Boots for adventure?

[SDU]

Garnae have an adventure boot, I have had the old version for a few years & they are comfy but the new models look better & are waterproof except when the water is running in over the top at force (river crossings can be fun) condoms for boots might help with that. They are like a pull over gumboot.
I got my Garnae boots from Don at cycletreads for a really reasonable price.

[Mikkel]

I got the Sidi Discoveries - and they are lovely!

Went for a bit of a ride today to try them out.

Must say I am very pleased - my boots saved me from dropping the bike on at least 3 occassions... The roads were quite dodgy after all the recent rain. Washouts, foilage, wood chips and rocks all over the B-roads - not to mention tons and tons of grit. Add a low-hanging winter sun and you had to be pretty awake all the time. Awesome day! Been waiting for a nice day like this for a long time now.

I can confirm that the boots are water tight. They are very comfortable and have plenty of grip - both in the mud (unlike the Pilot Powers ) and on the footpegs. I am very pleased with my purchase

[Transalper]

Judging by that map you would have had a good day out.
It's always good when you find yourself happy with your gear.
Take care out on those out of the way roads alone because unlike the highways if you fall there might not be anyone along to find you for quite some time.

[Mikkel]

Judging by that map you would have had a good day out.
It's always good when you find yourself happy with your gear.
Take care out on those out of the way roads alone because unlike the highways if you fall there might not be anyone along to find you for quite some time.

I didn't - and I wouldn't - go out there alone.

Not much traffic and help is far away...

[cooneyr]

I didn't - and I wouldn't - go out there alone.

Not much traffic and help is far away...

Let me rephase TA's post for you in a not so subtle way

Judging by that map you would have had a good day out.

"I like those roads"

Take care out on those out of the way roads alone because unlike the highways if you fall there might not be anyone along to find you for quite some time.

"Feel free to invite me along next time"

Roads like those are what we often do and I think TA is getting a bit riding withdrawal at the moment. Disclamer - this is entirely my interpretation

For better or worse, if you had put a post up saying you were going to do this ride you would probably have had about 5 or more adventurers turn up.

Cheers R

[Transalper]

Let me rephase TA's post for you in a not so subtle way
"I like those roads"
"Feel free to invite me along next time"
.....

Ahhh, yep, that was kind of in my mind although I did do some non bike related stuff yesterday I would have put that off for a ride such as that.
I also know that sometimes we just want to go with one or two mates and don't want a whole group turning up too so don't always advertise what we're up to either.
Glad to hear you already had company Mikkel.
Weathers not so nice today but I might just have to stretch my legs with Shrek who looks like he's going to Port Levy about lunch time today anyway.

[Mikkel]

For better or worse, if you had put a post up saying you were going to do this ride you would probably have had about 5 or more adventurers turn up.

Yep, I realise that...

However, this is only my third time ride on gravel and I'm riding a motard with sports tyres on it.

As such, I am rather slow compared to experienced guys with knobblies.

While I don't really submit to peer pressure I really fucking hate keeping other people waiting - and would prefer not having that on my mind while trying to find my gravel zen.

Give me a few more trips to build some experience and confidence and then I shall be happy to go out with a larger group of people...

[cooneyr]

Yep, I realise that...

However, this is only my third time ride on gravel and I'm riding a motard with sports tyres on it.

As such, I am rather slow compared to experienced guys with knobblies.

While I don't really submit to peer pressure I really fucking hate keeping other people waiting - and would prefer not having that on my mind while trying to find my gravel zen.

Give me a few more trips to build some experience and confidence and then I shall be happy to go out with a larger group of people...

Fair call, I understand but most adventures don't bite and we are more than happy to wait/help out/etc. Besides you would likely show us a thing or two on the seal

Those in the know recon tyre compound is just about more important than knobs for good gravel (not deep gravel) roads.

Have fun getting your gravel "mojo". Mind you you've only got about a month cause come the end of August there will hopefully be a few venture rides organised around canty again.

Cheers R

[helenoftroy]

I didn't - and I wouldn't - go out there alone.

Not much traffic and help is far away...

The nurse is pleased to hear that.....Tho I am guilty of, in the past having done all these roads on my ownnow the Western Valley is the only one I do solo during the week

Yep, I realise that...

However, this is only my third time ride on gravel and I'm riding a motard with sports tyres on it.

As such, I am rather slow compared to experienced guys with knobblies.

While I don't really submit to peer pressure I really fucking hate keeping other people waiting - and would prefer not having that on my mind while trying to find my gravel zen.

Give me a few more trips to build some experience and confidence and then I shall be happy to go out with a larger group of people...

From what you've said and I've heard you are getting the hang of it all very well.You've got the right attitude

Fair call, I understand but most adventures don't bite and we are more than happy to wait/help out/etc. Besides you would likely show us a thing or two on the seal

Those in the know recon tyre compound is just about more important than knobs for good gravel (not deep gravel) roads.

Have fun getting your gravel "mojo". Mind you you've only got about a month cause come the end of August there will hopefully be a few venture rides organised around canty again.

Cheers R

These guys rock Mikkel -they are an awesome bunch.Always willing to help,wait ,help pick up Beamers and DRs when they lie down......

[Mikkel]

The nurse is pleased to hear that.....Tho I am guilty of, in the past having done all these roads on my ownnow the Western Valley is the only one I do solo during the week

Well, I'm sure you have quite a bit more experience doing the entire motorcycle thing than I have In summer (no grit on the roads) and with a bit more experience under my belt I'd be happy to do the less remote roads by myself... But I'd make sure someone knew where I was going!

How was the Mt. Hutt access road btw? Did you have fun? Shame on you if you didn't go riding after all!

From what you've said and I've heard you are getting the hang of it all very well.You've got the right attitude

It's a lot of fun that is for sure! I'll try and have my fun without being too stupid about it... whether it be gravel or tarmac. Sometimes the road bites back though

These guys rock Mikkel -they are an awesome bunch.Always willing to help,wait ,help pick up Beamers and DRs when they lie down......

... if you're a lady I suppose Still, picking up beemers is a valiant deed, indeed!

One good thing about crashing my Husky is that I know for certain I can pick it up by myself unless I'm in a condition where I shouldn't ride on anyway.

But it sounds good - and I'm looking forward to more gravel adventure. If the weather is decent and I haven't got any FIRM plans then I can always be convinced to go riding (gravel or tarmac - both are good). Maybe we should make a Canterbury Adventure riding group or thread - a thread might be better since you can subscribe to it.

[cooneyr]

....These guys rock Mikkel -they are an awesome bunch.Always willing to help,wait ,help pick up Beamers and DRs when they lie down......

You forgot the ride beamers and give them punctures bit

Cheers R

[Mikkel]

Beemers are pretty heavy - no surprise if they need to lie down and have a rest every now and again

[helenoftroy]

You forgot the ride beamers and give them punctures bit

Cheers R

Beemers are pretty heavy - no surprise if they need to lie down and have a rest every now and again

I was SOO over dropping the big beast on that ride(1000ccGS)!! literally threw her at you at Ryan, when you said you wouldnt mind a ride

And I got to ride your mighty DR.......done deal!! was like riding my old XL500(and no kickstart phew!!)

bye bye beamer hello DR and you did a very impressive job with the puncture on the side of a ridge in the midst of stunning scenery

[helenoftroy]

How was the Mt. Hutt access road btw? Did you have fun? Shame on you if you didn't go riding after all!

Yeah did get out yesterday,didnt do the access road after all but got very dirty playing in the riverbed,tho would have preferred to be on a smaller bike

Was just so good to be out on the bike after this weather,I get cabin fever...

[Mikkel]

Yeah did get out yesterday,didnt do the access road after all but got very dirty playing in the riverbed,tho would have preferred to be on a smaller bike

Was just so good to be out on the bike after this weather,I get cabin fever...

I know just what you mean!

It's been a few weeks now...