B-Mac

I recommend weekday's for motorcycling on the trail system because of the danger with two way traffic and the amount of atv's on the trail. With that being said, If you must ride on the weekend. Early morning or after 5pm on Sunday is your safest time (IMHO). We just finished a ride on Wednesday the 22nd. A KLR650 and a XL650R chasing a DL1000 V-Strom on the Wayne trail and a few Forrest service roads. Short Video:

Very Nice Bike. We are riding WNF Trails tomorrow 6/22/16, Might as well break it in and sort it out on the trails. What were you riding before, If I may ask. Breakfast: 8:30am Union Street Diner, Athens, OH. riding north to Monday Creek riding back roads and hit the trail, Will need a trail day pass.

I got beat up yesterday with the heat, Deep Gravel and wet rocky two track. I tried to stay hydrated

I am out, enjoy.

If my planned 7hr. Adventure ride cancels. I will shoot out on the Zeeee to New Concord and grab a cup of excellent coffee at Crumb and Cup Alley Cafe " 68 W Main St, New Concord, OH 43762" and try to meet up with you at 10:30.

Most are all big bike friendly 650-1200 if it's dry condition and with above average off road skill set. I normally only ride on dry weekdays due to the ATV traffic and remember it's a two way trail. This last Sunday was after 2pm so it was not to busy. A good way to start out (IMHO) Example: Start at Begley's campground on the main corridor and ride to the first intersection or hard surface road. turn around and ride back to the start. turn around ride again to the second intersection or road and ride back the last section and continue. This way you wont get to far into the system and stress about going back. Stay on the Main Corridor and then if you want to explore more difficult routes look for the heliports on the trail and ride to them. just in case you need help. It takes about 3-4 dry day's after rain to dry out. Have fun. Stay off long ridge "single track" Monday creek Map's http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/wayne/maps-pubs/?cid=stelprdb5360974

On my 2014 DL1000 I am on my 3rd rear and 2nd front Mitas E07 Dakar 50/50 Tires. They have become my standard tire I will be running with the amount of off road, gravel and minimum asphalt that I am running. I use to run Metzlar Tourance 85/15 on my 04 DL1000 but my off road was gravel or the occasional two track to get to a site. The Mitas E07's are very stable and predictable on the different gravel depth's that we have here in southern Ohio. They slide and recover when you explore your limits, Very forgiving. I pushed them very hard on asphalt down at the gap last month, Again very predictable. They "drop in" and require little force to maintain corner lines and are friendly when mid corner changes are required.I road the dragon in the early morning wet rain and was enjoying every mile of it. To me that is the best way to start your day ride down at the gap.The tires are a little noisy compared to a full street tire. I don't track tire mileage or motorcycle fuel mileage so I cant help you with that. Also the Darker model have a very stiff sidewall that I like for off road riding with cast wheels and low tire pressures. You need to come down here the the Hocking Hills and I will take you on a "Tour-De-Hock" Adv ride. V Stroms do everything well. Brian

Had a fun ride with two moto brothers from the great Canadian north down here riding the WNF area on GS1200. They camped overnight at Begley's Campground and we all three met up with a Ohio group and started a Adventure Ride. When the Ohio group broke off for lunch we continued on and before we went two miles the GS'ers wanted to "hit some trails" So we jumped on WNF Purdum trail to Dorr run loop and finished on the main over to camp Ohio trail then went on gravel, dirt, asphalt stuff till 3:30 pm back at the camp. We were finished, exhausted. They were great people to ride with. Another crap Video, No Music, 131.5Mi. 32.6 avg.speed 4:01moving time. 5:19 TT

I have not seen much posted on this site for adv riding in your area but you may try over here. http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/cincinnati-area-dual-sport-group.758808/ http://advrider.com/index.php?forums/gps-tracks-central-texas-gulf-states.39/ But please come back here and share your adventure with us.B.

Not when you back off the shot and see the full picture. Tell those who evaluate to eat a brown lunch bag of shit. If my toe is in between the lines it's called limbo

And the purpose of standing??

Jim, Sorry the weather is not going to be dry for your ride but I will be out on the back roads power sliding the wet gravel with no dust lofting the front wheel over the water puddles and catching air on the chip & seal back roads thinking about you. I hope someday you get an adv bike to expand the enjoyment of our sport. We are not getting younger. Stay dry my friend. Hope to ride the zzzzz's with you soon. B.

Just got this in E-Mail. FYI

Recent trip to the gap on my V with mitas E07 50/50 tires. busy day. 129 & 28. Sorry no music. I like the motor.

Rob, I have the equipment needed for this at my site. I will be around all week. Let me know if you would like to do this.

Hocking Valley Motorcycle Club Adventure Ride Copied from the ADV Rider:http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/hocking-valley-motorcycle-club-adventure-ride.1136406/ The Hocking Valley Motorcycle Club (HVMC) has just the event for you. Bring your Adventure Bike to our 3rd annual Spring Adventure Ride being held June 5th, 2016 out of our club grounds. We will satisfy your lust for adventure with a combination of twists, turns, hills, valleys, gravel roads, and dirt trails. The adventure will be safe and designed for fun. Lunch will be provided. GateOpens: 8:00am Depart: 10:00 am Course:125miles (new course, approx. mileage) Cost: $35.00(includes lunch) Directions: U.S. Route 33 to Logan, OH Exit Route 328-MaysvilleWilliamsRd Follow Arrows to ScoutRd, to 13121 JakeTomRoad (740) 385-7695 http://www.hockingvalleymc.com https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hocking-Valley-Motorcycle-Club

Like Jim stated, They are all around. Route 28 and the Skyway has photo shots now, So......... haul ass and

Just returned from the 14th annual V-Strom event at Iron Horse M/C Lodge. It's been awhile since I've attended this but this year many of the original (old) track gents from Barbers Motorsports park area came and it was like old times. Great weather and Riding for all. My new Strom with the 50/50 Mitas tires worked great. Road a little forest service roads but 90% was the good stuff. Nothing new to report down at the gap. The Mini Coopers were out in force but they don't take up too much room in the lanes and it was easy to deal with them. Standard Photo's

Drive Defensively by driving Offensively.

May I have a donut with mine

This Friday, May 6th. Looks good for a ADV Type gravel/chip seal and curvy up and down back road ride. The rain will be gone and dust should be minimal. I have a few routes that might be fun. Would the Gas station just north of Breman, Ohio at 664 and 37 be a good spot. Or Sunoco Gas station on Clear Creek road (116) and SR33 just north of Rockbridge, OH. I am free for this day. What tires are you running on your Versys? I think that Dunlop Sportmax and 17inch rims were stock on that model and they might be a little unstable on some gravel roads but that is your ride. Note: The Wayne Trail will be slippery as ice in spots so that's a no-go for me.

I might just do that, thanks for the offer. Looks like the Romney, W.V. ADV Camp and Ride is going to be a wet and soggy so I think I will (CXL) and just stay local and do a Saturday ADV loop route around the Hocking Hills area. The gravel roads will be dust free and great for power sliding.

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We had a great time. A little dusty for the rear rider but only saw two dirt bikes and one ATV all day. Broke one foot peg, Replaced on the trail- 5min. A few low speed tip overs but the trails were the smoothest they will be all season. Did a drive by on the OR trailers looked all secure at the campground.