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My internet connection is pure shit right now, I can't get that page to load. They didn't actually say "you're going to die", did they?

Well maybe the followup question would be, "where does one go to buy brains online?" lol

I'd love to see the dashcam. I don't think I'd stop laughing if the cop really did say "you're going to die!" Reminds me of GTA3.

This story doesn't change my mind. http://www.newsnet5.com/news/national/police-man-sold-stolen-brains-online Seriously, what would possess someone to do that? Did he think he was feeding zombies?

I'm just trying to understand why this show is even on TV, let alone popular. I couldn't care less about what the characters say or do, I'm just sick of seeing cardboard cutouts of them in stores. Sent from my DROID RAZR HD using Tapatalk

I'm a little late to the game, but after seeing these bearded fucks everywhere I go and then seeing this controversy, I finally looked up what this show is about. The real question is why the hell a show about some family that makes duck calls is so popular, or on tv at all? I mean, how boring of a topic can you get, even for reality tv? What's next, a family that got rich making buckets? And seriously, is anyone surprised an old southerner doesn't like gays or blacks? Basically, no fucks should be given about this. It makes me not miss tv one bit!

I like the photo used for #8

We'll check it out! We intend to ride more this week since it's warming back up again.

Had a great ride this past Monday with cOoTeR. Rode up Mt. Lemmon just outside of Tucson, AZ. Fantastic views, phenomenal road, outstanding weather. Thanks for making the trip out!

Tucson Sent from my DROID RAZR HD using Tapatalk

Still have my same 3. Adding to my comment from last year, I've discovered in my travels that my SV handles 2-up riding off road pretty well too!

Finally all caught up on the blog http://jimandangelatravel.wordpress.com/ Out of Vegas and currently in Arizona enjoying the sun and relative warmth. We were hoping to be in Austin, TX by now but the weather there, like most of the country, has been rather frigid. There's good riding to be had here among other activities. Also doing a few mods to the truck. Feel free to make any comments in the blog, and at least check out the pictures. There's lots of them!

I'm not going to bother with specifics there's lots of good recipes here already. Here's a couple tricks I use. Diced tomatoes. Get the garlic/basil ones. The cheap chili beans are the best. Also mix in black and kidney beans if you're making a big batch. I like chunky vegies in mine. Course onions and green and yellow peppers usually go in mine. I also don't cook them to mush. Spices- go to Penzey's and get their Cajun spice and Northwoods Fire. Jack Daniels spicy original BBQ sauce adds a nice spicy smokey flavor. Soy sauce can go a long way, use in addition to salt to bring out your spices. A tablespoon of butter can also richen up the flavor and make your heat "stick". A shot or two of whiskey is nice too. Be sure to sample the whiskey!

How did this go from helmet colors to headlight modulators so fast? Lol About helmet colors, I go for contrast. I have a blue jacket and a yellow helmet. Previously it was an orange helmet. I still don't assume that everyone will see me because of them though. They can't hurt but I still ride defensively. It's the only way. Sent from my DROID RAZR HD using Tapatalk

You are the 1%.

In Vegas for a couple more days. I have more posts in the blog and will be adding more today and tomorrow. I recommend to all of youmaking the trip to Death Valley at some point in your life and bring a dual sport. Its awesome down there, and probably the most motorcycle friendly park out there. Sent from my DROID RAZR HD using Tapatalk

Thanks! I have a couple more posts ready to go, just need to find a good WiFi connection to upload it all. Sent from my DROID RAZR HD using Tapatalk

Ask for maintenance records. At 48k it should have the valve adjusted at least twice. Check for play in the forks. You'll feel a clunk when you push the bike back and forth with the front brake pulled. How cheap is cheap? I got my 2000 track sv for 1k and it had 9000 miles, but no title. I certainly wouldn't pay any more than $1k for an sv with 48k on the clock. Sent from my DROID RAZR HD using Tapatalk

We did our share of that too. Straight speed wasn't all that fun anyway, especially if it was cold out.

I'm sure if you ask John directly how confident he is in the work he'll tell you. They take all kinds except Ducati, due to the need for many expensive special tools. He said he's mess with my Aprilia if I wanted, but admitted he only knows enough to get in trouble.

You just suggested roads in other counties. I didn't always have time to go out to Peninsula or further, and the metroparks (from Lakewood to Brecksville) were right outside my old house. There were times it was good, but weekend afternoons were not the time to go there. I have that road memorized so usually I'd ride through there at night and comfortably took the road at 40-50. Yes, the Brecksville reservation was better, with better surfaces and less cops. Only issue I had was some fuckbomber on a bagger that almost ran into us by Tinker's Creek.

I've used them since 06. I prefer to do my own work so I've only gone in for big things. Only had one problem with a carb sync on my Bandit back in 08. I called and griped because it ran like shit and got lousy mileage, and they told me the tech that did the work lied on his resume and did a bunch of shoddy work for them. I brought it back and had it fixed in a day and running right, free of charge. Had no problem with tires getting mounted and they can usually do it while you wait, provided you bring the wheels in and call ahead to make sure they have someone available. Otherwise it's usually a day turnaround. John (the owner) and I are on a first name basis and I get a pretty good feeling from doing business from him. They aren't perfect but no shop is. I think he may cycle through techs for one reason or another, I think they have a notable ebb and flow with work throughout the season causing some guys to leave. Basically I'm trying to say I haven't had any issues with them that they were not quick to resolve. If they screwed up, they investigated, admitted fault, and made things right. I've been happy enough with their work to not bother trying another shop so I don't have a good comparison other than my own experiences.

Did Avenue Of The Giants. Awesome. Unfortunately we don't have time for Scaggs. We head to Yosemite or San Luis Obispo tomorrow. Sent from my DROID RAZR HD using Tapatalk

I don't know why the last link won't load as video, just copy and paste.

You all know CA 1. It's decent for the most part, however some sections are stuffed up with RV's and gawkers. The stretch between Tam Junction Center going north toward Point Reyes however, is not. It's amazing roads like this exist. There is a complex of roads in the area that are a riding paradise for many reasons. The scenery along the coast is amazing. In addition, the scenery inland is equally beautiful. The area is dense with rolling hills and lakes. Several of the roads take you through redwood forests, while others wind through hillside ranches. There is much for the eyes to see! What they all have in common is curves. Lots and lots of curves. Traveling along them, you almost think it was a racetrack designer that built them. Many turns are banked, and 95% of the surface is in great condition. Like any road, there are areas with gravel so it's best to do a scouting run if you wish to push things. Highway 1 has much in the way of elevation changes. Being a coastal road it's to be expected, and it follows the contours of the coastline. There are multiple hairpins and blind turns adding to the excitement. The best thing about riding in California is traffic. These roads hardly have any. And when you do come upon a car, they use the pull-offs!! It removes all the frustration from a day of riding. I've only been able to experience a handful of the roads around here, but you can make a nice loop out of Highway 1, Sir Frances Drake Blvd, and Lucas Valley Road (which runs right behind the house I'm staying at). I hear motorcycles going by all day, as well as sports cars. There are some residential areas along all points of the road but it doesn't hamper things much. There is also little law enforcement. I've only seen one cop checking Hwy 1 as you approach Tamalpais. You can also incorporate the Panoramic Highway and others and make for a long awesome day. Here's a few videos I've found of the roads. They aren't mine as I don't have a camera, but they give you an idea of the roads I've mentioned. Highway 1 from Tam Junction Center. Notice how cars get out of the way! Highlight reel of Lucas Valley Road Panoramic Highway