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As the year begins, many riders set New Year’s resolutions, often centred around sacrifice—cutting out indulgences, hitting the gym, or saving money by skipping small pleasures. All these resolutions centre around some sense of pain, which is why we often give up on our resolutions quickly. But what if your resolution fuelled your passion for two wheels instead? This year, aim for a win-win goal: plan one motorcycle adventure that stretches your comfort zone while enriching your life with unforgettable experiences. Research shows that setting specific, achievable goals significantly boosts success. So, why not resolve to finally go on that trip and let the journey be your reward? On this encore performance of Adventure Rider Radio, we go back to 2021, when Keith Futcher was on the show. He shared a goal he set for himself: to ride to the Sahara to see a sunset he had seen in a glossy magazine photo. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: If you have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: If you know someone who would benefit from today’s episode, share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow. Join our newsletter: Stay up to date with our latest episodes by signing up for our newsletter at Adventure Rider Radio. Get all the best content delivered straight to your inbox.

In the premiere episode of BUCKET LIST, Sheonagh Ravensdale and Pat Thomson, who first connected through the Women’s International Motorcycle Association (WIMA), share their incredible journey of adventure. Thirty years after their initial meeting, they continue to explore the world together. One memorable trip took them to Korea, where they were both surprised and deeply impressed by the unique experiences and discoveries they encountered. BUCKET LIST is an Adventure Rider Radio series that features destinations through the experiences of riders. Word of mouth provides valuable insight into what it's like to ride in a particular location. Through these stories, the series will explore local culture, roads, and other highlights, inspiring readers to consider adding these destinations to their own bucket lists. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: If you have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: If you know someone who would benefit from today’s episode, share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow. Join our newsletter: Stay up to date with our latest episodes by signing up for our newsletter at Adventure Rider Radio. Get all the best content delivered straight to your inbox.

Ante Dodig planned a motorcycle trip that would take him across Canada, up to Alaska, and all the way down to the southernmost tip of South America. This was his first foray into long-distance motorcycling, and while the trip didn’t unfold as he had envisioned, he said he would do it all over again, even knowing the outcome. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: If you have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: If you know someone who would benefit from today’s episode, share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow. Join our newsletter: Stay up to date with our latest episodes by signing up for our newsletter at Adventure Rider Radio. Get all the best content delivered straight to your inbox.

Backroad riding is the essence of adventure motorcycling — exploring remote places and pushing limits. It’s not an everyday experience for most riders, making preparation and caution crucial. In this RIDER SKILLS episode, Clinton Smout shares expert tips for tackling backroads safely, handling challenges, and avoiding common mistakes — your ultimate guide to backroad adventures. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: If you have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: If you know someone who would benefit from today’s episode, share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow. Join our newsletter: Stay up to date with our latest episodes by signing up for our newsletter at Adventure Rider Radio. Get all the best content delivered straight to your inbox.

On the 18th day of their adventure motorcycle journey along the Trans America Trail, Steve and Amanda Kleha faced an unexpected challenge in the Utah desert. A thin layer of water stretched across the dirt road ahead, seemingly harmless under the desert sun. Confident from weeks of riding, they decided to press forward. But what unfolded next would turn a routine day into a harrowing test of resilience—one they would never forget. More DEEP TROUBLE Episodes: DEEP TROUBLE - ARR’s Exclusive Episodes Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: If you have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: If you know someone who would benefit from today’s episode, share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

The Trans America Trail was the first major motorcycle adventure for Randy Gorrell and his son, Brady. The trip, intended to honor a promise, was filled with challenges. Brady, a newly licensed rider with no dirt experience, struggled on the rugged terrain, while Randy, despite his road expertise, found the TAT to be unlike anything he had ever experienced before. Overloaded bikes, failed comms, and painful saddle sores by Day 3 tested their resolve, with Brady repeatedly dropping his bike. It was a rough start to their travels—one that would make most question whether to attempt another trip. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: If you have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: If you know someone who would benefit from today’s episode, share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow.

For more than a decade, Suzanne Jolly had dreamed of her ultimate motorcycle adventure. Her idea was to load her motorcycle onto a boat that would drop her in a remote, boat-access-only area on the British Columbia coast. Once there, she could explore the vast network of logging roads that crisscross the Coast Mountains and ride in an area that few have ever seen. Because the area is so remote, she would need to take everything she required — bike, camping gear, and fuel — into the wilderness. However, her dream was put on the back burner when a brain injury turned her life upside down. After a long struggle with recovery, which included re-learning to ride a motorcycle, she decided to make her dream a reality by inviting a few other riders to join her in riding the hidden roads of the coast. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: If you have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: If you know someone who would benefit from today’s episode, share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow.

Ian Varley stepped off his boat in the UK, swung his leg over his motorcycle, and set off on a multi-country adventure. His gear was well thought out and organized, but his route was not yet locked down. Fast forward a few days, Ian wakes up in a foreign country, believing he is having a heart attack. This is where the trouble begins as he faces a life-threatening condition in an unfamiliar place. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: If you have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: If you know someone who would benefit from today’s episode, share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow.

This episode of Rider Skills with Clinton Smout focuses on a technique that doesn’t often get much attention. While experienced riders and instructors use it instinctively, it's rarely highlighted despite being essential for mastering great control. With just a bit of simple, low-risk practice, this skill can dramatically improve your riding and control without the risk of dropping your bike. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you loved today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: Know someone who would benefit from today’s episode? Share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow. Thanks for listening!

Andy, Josh, Sean, and Marlin are riding buddies with a unique bond. Approximately every two years, they try to go on a major expedition. Their most recent adventure involved riding the length of the Silk Road, focusing on getting off-road as much as possible. While they ultimately did not complete the journey as planned, the trip led to a spectacular discovery. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you loved today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: Know someone who would benefit from today’s episode? Share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow.

Motorcycle riders often spend considerable time learning and perfecting their riding skills. Our popular segment on the show, Rider Skills, discusses various techniques and the importance of learning them and practicing them in real-world conditions. However, what's sometimes missing is the next step—real-world exposure. Ben Dragoo has developed a curriculum specifically designed to help train riders preparing to compete in adventure motorcycle challenges like the GS Trophy. This episode explores how this training could potentially enhance riding skills. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you loved today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: Know someone who would benefit from today’s episode? Share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow.

Irwin Kubilius set out for a solo ride into the desert, fully aware of the challenges ahead. With experience, skill, and preparation on his side, he emerged unscathed in the end. But in hindsight, we can pinpoint a series of seemingly harmless decisions that could have easily led to disaster if conditions were less than ideal. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you loved today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: Know someone who would benefit from today’s episode? Share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow.

Chad Horton and Rose Padilla were headed home after being on the road for over five years. They flew to Panama City for a 2 to 3-day layover but ended up waiting for 2 to 3 weeks due to a delay in DHL delivering their motorcycle and gear. Ultimately, DHL admitted that they had lost track of the crate containing the motorcycle and all their gear, leaving Chad and Rose stranded in Panama. They eventually made it back home to LA. But what was it like to come back from such an incredible adventure to where they started? Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you loved today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: Know someone who would benefit from today’s episode? Share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow.

Chad Horton and Rose Padilla were headed home after being on the road for over five years. They flew to Panama City for a 2 to 3-day layover but ended up waiting for 2 to 3 weeks due to a delay in DHL delivering their motorcycle and gear. Ultimately, DHL admitted that they had lost track of the crate containing the motorcycle and all their gear, leaving Chad and Rose stranded in Panama. They eventually made it back home to LA. But what was it like to come back from such an incredible adventure to where they started? Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you loved today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: Know someone who would benefit from today’s episode? Share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow.

Owen Clarke is a journalist who mostly writes about action sports. He’s spent years traveling the globe, chasing stories and adventures. As an outdoor enthusiast, his journey often began with long drives on rough, remote roads—each mile taking a toll on his car and nerves. But then, everything changed. That was until Owen discovered the motorcycle. Not that he wasn’t already a rider, but what he discovered in the motorcycle changed how he looks at his adventures in more ways than one. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you loved today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: Know someone who would benefit from today’s episode? Share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow.

Owen Clarke is a journalist who mostly writes about action sports. He’s spent years traveling the globe, chasing stories and adventures. As an outdoor enthusiast, his journey often began with long drives on rough, remote roads—each mile taking a toll on his car and nerves. But then, everything changed. That was until Owen discovered the motorcycle. Not that he wasn’t already a rider, but what he discovered in the motorcycle changed how he looks at his adventures in more ways than one. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you loved today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: Know someone who would benefit from today’s episode? Share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

In this episode of Rider Skills, we’ll explore the challenges of sand riding and introduce a new technique to help improve your confidence and skills on sandy terrain. Expert riding instructor, Clinton Smout, will share practical tips and advice to help you navigate sand more easily and become a better rider. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you loved today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: Know someone who would benefit from today’s episode? Share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow. Thanks for listening!

In this episode of Rider Skills, we’ll explore the challenges of sand riding and introduce a new technique to help improve your confidence and skills on sandy terrain. Expert riding instructor, Clinton Smout, will share practical tips and advice to help you navigate sand more easily and become a better rider. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you loved today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: Know someone who would benefit from today’s episode? Share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow. Thanks for listening!

In this episode of DEEP TROUBLE, Chris Hoerenz needed a break from work, so he and a friend decided to fly into Park City, Utah, for an adventure. The plan was to rent motorcycles from a company that Chris's friend had used before, which would also provide GPS tracks for their day trips. After picking up the bikes and looking at the GPS routes, they chose one that seemed to suit the day and rode off. With GPS tracks provided by a reliable source, what could possibly go wrong? Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you loved today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: Know someone who would benefit from today’s episode? Share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow. Join our newsletter: Stay up to date with our latest episodes by signing up for our newsletter at Adventure Rider Radio. Get all the best content delivered straight to your inbox.

In this episode of DEEP TROUBLE, Chris Hoerenz needed a break from work, so he and a friend decided to fly into Park City, Utah, for an adventure. The plan was to rent motorcycles from a company that Chris's friend had used before, which would also provide GPS tracks for their day trips. After picking up the bikes and looking at the GPS routes, they chose one that seemed to suit the day and rode off. With GPS tracks provided by a reliable source, what could possibly go wrong? Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you loved today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: Know someone who would benefit from today’s episode? Share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow. Join our newsletter: Stay up to date with our latest episodes by signing up for our newsletter at Adventure Rider Radio. Get all the best content delivered straight to your inbox.