Podcast Episodes

Rider Skills: Off-Road Hill Climb Techniques - Clinton Smout

Episode 222

What do you do when your motorcycle stalls or stops on a hill? How do you get going again? Or if you have to start at the bottom of a hill with no momentum? Clinton Smout, head instructor at Smart Ad…

Published on 7 years, 3 months ago

A Quest for Direction: Sue Hollis

Episode 221

When seasoned rider, Sue Hollis, left on her first long distance motorcycle trip, she had no idea if she would find the answers she was looking for. Riding in the United States and Canada, through de…

Published on 7 years, 3 months ago

Two Reasons You Need to Get Off Your Motorcycle

Episode 220

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Edema - Two Things Riders Need to be Aware Of

When motorcyclists ride in the same position for long periods of time, they may be at risk for Deep Vein Thrombosis and Ed…

Published on 7 years, 3 months ago

Water Crossing by Motorcycle -Hazards and Techniques - Pat Jacques

Episode 219

Water crossings by motorcycle can be unnerving, and there's a lot to consider before you even contemplate dipping your tires in to the water. So before you plow straight in, Pat Jacques from ADV Woma…

Published on 7 years, 3 months ago

Crossing Borders: Tips From a Former Custom's Official

Episode 218

No matter what international border you’re crossing, you’re going to have to deal with customs officials. Peter Sweetser, a former customs officer and overland,  gives an insider view of customs agen…

Published on 7 years, 3 months ago

The Art of Slow Travel: Michnus & Elsebie Olivier

Episode 217

Michnus and Elsebie Olivier started their motorcycle travel lifestyle in 2010 when they took a trip through Africa. Riding small motorcycles, called piki pikis in Swahili, they were hooked on travel …

Published on 7 years, 4 months ago

Rider Skills: Coach Ramey - Riding to Your Potential

Episode 216

Rider training involves more than just the physical aspect, to reach your full riding potential you have to train your mind as well. Coach Ramey Stroud teaches a 3 part course that he calls KSA Train…

Published on 7 years, 4 months ago

Stumbling Into Adventure Motorcycling: David and Em Morieson

Episode 215

A few years ago while out on a fishing and camping trip, David and Em Morieson stumbled on the Adventure Film Festival in Australia. And they were so inspired by a couple of travellers there, that on…

Published on 7 years, 4 months ago

Falling Off the Radar in the Middle East - Ben King

Episode 214

A few weeks ago, motorcycle traveller Ben King disappeared off the social media radar. There was no word of him on Instagram or Facebook. And riders in the community were starting to wonder what happ…

Published on 7 years, 4 months ago

Simple Tips to Avoid Motorcycle Breakdowns: Grant Johnson

Episode 213

Motorcycle breakdowns are always a possibility, whether caused by wear and tear, hard riding, or other reasons, it's something you just might be able to avoid. Grant Johnson, motorcycle mechanic and …

Published on 7 years, 5 months ago