Internet Riding Buddies (gschuessler)

This week on the podcast, Ben and Grace discuss the moronic basics of motorcycle maintenance, so whether you are new to bikes or are trying to become a little more mechanically inclined, this is the episode for you.

Don't forget to (chain) lube up!

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This week on the podcast, Grace and Ben interview their friend Shahin of MotoCorsa in Portland, OR, aka the best Ducati dealership in North America.

Shahin gives us the breakdown of why the DesertX is one of the best adv motorcycles on the market, the history of what makes Ducati motorcycles stand out amongst the pack, and how incredible of a community we have in the PNW for riding, whether it be dirt, forest roads, or track days.

Shahin is also the coolest guy ever. So tune in!

You can learn about MotoCorsa here!

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In case you didn't know, we love motorcycle camping, so for our first ever interview episode, we sat down with Moto Camp Nerd's founder Ben to talk through the essentials of motorcycle camping, our favorite moto camping stories, and how Ben built Moto Camp Nerd into one of the best adv outfitters ever.

You will also hear stories about bear boxes cooking frozen food, Grace facing off with the largest trash panda in existence, and that one time Ben accidentally drank all the beer.

For all things Moto Camp Nerd, please check out their website: Pack Small, Camp Easy

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This week on Internet Riding Buddies, Ben and Grace dive into the world of ADV Motorcycle Rallies. Whether you are brand new to the adv world and want to learn more about what rally weekends are like, or you are a seasoned veteran whose summer is booked full of rallies all over the US, there is something for you here.

We tell our favorite stories, share which rallies we enjoy most, and also discuss what to expect and additionally, what you can get out of these weekends to have the best time possible.

Who is ready for riding season? WE ARE!

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Just WHO IS the graceful renegade, aka the tall blonde chick who is Ben's trusty sidekick?

This week on the podcast, Ben sits down to interview Grace to allow our listeners and viewers a chance to get to know her better, because let's face it, that Emmy Award just isn't enough for street cred these days.

So tune in, and add a little grace to your day!

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This week on the podcast, Ben and Grace discuss shoulder season camping, including both the benefits and challenges of 'roughing it' in the colder, wetter months of the year.

And don't worry. Ben brings up neck gaiters at least twice.

Also - to sign up for our October Colorado Motorcycle Adventure, CLICK HERE!

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This week on the podcast, Ben and Grace interview their friend Dallas about XTADV, a new adv training program with Traction eRag that will begin this August. This will be the world's FIRST enduro to ADV cross training program, and both Ben AND Grace will be there to launch this incredible week of riding in the Canadian wilderness.

ALSO: apologies again for the chop in the episode this week. It will not be a regular thing, it was unfortunately just a hazard of weather and wifi not cooperating.

To sign up, check out XTADV HERE!

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This week on Internet Riding Buddies, Ben and Grace do a quick round of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs, or as Grace likes to say, F-ingAQs) which tend to pop up in their comments and direct messages.

And yes, Ben does finally address the question on everyone's mind - will he, or won't he, be doing a boudoir shoot?

ALSO HAPPY 10TH EPISODE!

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This week on the podcast, Ben and Grace discuss the most underrated riding gear, aka what a lot of us call 'tank bag accessories.' Everything from electrolytes to duct tape to Ben's obsession with neck gaiters - we've got you covered!

Also, did Ben mention he loves neck gaiters? Because he really does.

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This week on Internet Riding Buddies, Ben and Grace talk with Trav (@explore_adventure_moto) and Chad (@goodlife_adv) about their respective motorcycle accidents in 2023, which left them with broken legs.

Throughout the episode, we discuss the gnarlier side of the sport we love, and while this can sometimes be a touchy topic for riders, we hope it provides some insight of how important protective gear is, that mistakes happen to everyone, and the value of riding with friends who have your back.

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This week on the podcast, Ben and Grace tackle the longstanding debate of hard versus soft motorcycle luggage.

While there are definitive benefits to both, we take you through the pros, cons, and tell stories from the road and backcountry to help you decide which type of luggage is right for you.

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This week on the podcast, Ben and Grace discuss and dissect some of the baseline fears of camping alone, as well as how to get started if you have never given solo camping a try and always wanted to.

Never fear, the dork and the grace are here to ease your worries and get you out in the woods enjoying Mother Nature at her finest!

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What do WE wear in snow? Rain? Heat? Cold? What about longer touring trips or BDR's or going abroad?

In this episode, Ben and Grace talk about their favorite motorcycle gear, because if you are an all year round rider, you learn very quickly what works, what doesn't, and when it's just too gnarly outside to ride.

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So...who is Dork in the Road anyway?

This week on the podcast, we turn the tables from the previous episode, as Grace sits down to interview Ben to allow our listeners and viewers a chance to get to know him better.

Buckle up - this is a side of the dork no one has seen yet!

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This week on the podcast, Ben and Grace discuss the realities of what it is to truly live and travel off your motorcycle full time. Grace offers her insight, perspective, and knowledge after being a motorcycle dirt bag for 14 months through North America and Asia, shedding some light on the highs and lows that come along with the solo journey of vagabond life.

Buckle your seatbelt, Dorothy - Kansas is going bye-bye!

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After both recently purchasing 2024 Honda Transalp 750XL's, Ben and Grace discuss the hype, stigma, and mischaracterization surrounding the Transalp within the adventure motorcycle community.

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One of the biggest issues both Ben and Grace have within the adventure motorcycle world is gatekeeping - or rather - the practice of one human being taking it upon themselves to dictate who is or isn't performing an activity or a part of a community due to their personal stipulations. This includes phrases like "that's not real off road riding" or "you call this camping" or "you aren't a real dirt bike rider unless..."

We don't like it. We won't have it. And we definitely ain't gonna stand for it. Join the rant and let's put these egomaniacs in their place.

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This week on Internet Riding Buddies, Grace and Ben discuss the details behind what goes into purchasing a motorcycle, and let me assure you, we discuss every detail you could possibly need to know before you start your quest to buy a bike. Dealer or no dealer. New or used. Finance or cash. Trade in versus outright purchase.

We. Have. Everything. And we are here to help!

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