DakAL Trip Planning

[Abercrombie]

Will anyone be running communications in their helmets on this ride? I have an extra Sena SMH10 laying around but I would have to get one mounted in my off road helmet.

[Sleddog]

I have a 5 watt Rugged Radio UHF/VHF system in my DS helmet.

[Abercrombie]

(09-01-2017 07:32 AM)Sleddog Wrote:  I have a 5 watt Rugged Radio UHF/VHF system in my DS helmet.

That's not compatible with with bluetooth, right? I probably shouldn't bring any more technology. Just figuring out how to load the maps and turn on my new Montana might be more than I'm able to figure out.

[ST Rich]

I will most likely be running my Sena also.
Then there is always that Line of Sight thing........

[Sleddog]

(09-01-2017 10:34 AM)ST Rich Wrote:  Then there is always that Line of Sight thing........

That's why I use the Rugged Radios.....cornstalks don't hamper the range!!

We started using them when riding in Mexico. Used them on the CDR this summer too. Excellent radios & good range.

[ST Rich]

Jack,

Do you know what frequencies you are on? I have a 2 watt Motorola that is on a mix of FRS and GMRS channels.

Also, are we packing the french presses? or just drinking the local blend in the morning.

(09-01-2017 07:32 AM)Sleddog Wrote:  I have a 5 watt Rugged Radio UHF/VHF system in my DS helmet.

[Sleddog]

(09-04-2017 09:41 AM)ST Rich Wrote:  Jack,

Do you know what frequencies you are on? I have a 2 watt Motorola that is on a mix of FRS and GMRS channels.

Also, are we packing the french presses? or just drinking the local blend in the morning.

462.6625/ GMRS channel 5

This is the system I have.

https://www.ruggedradios.com/index.php?m...=1083_1101

Of course we'll take the press. We do have a chaser vehicle.

[Abercrombie]

I have a question for Jack or those that have experience in this type of ride. What should I plan for or expect for mid day meals while out on the bike. I was originally thinking of just having Snacks or a Cliff bar or energy bar along to keep me going through the day. Am I thinking right or will we be stopping for for a meal where I should be bringing along a camp stove with a back pack meal or some kind of prepared meal?

I'm all ears for any type of advice since I've never participated in a off road ride anything like this before.

[blrfjr]

Our in-list seems to have shrunk a bit. C Zulu should be a go. We are sharing a room in Hot Springs unless something has changed. Still a couple more ?? on the list tho.
Good question Abercrombi. Im also curious about meals also.

[Sleddog]

Midday is up to the group if they want to stop & eat a sit down meal. Most often some kind of snack along the trail is enough. The chase truck won't be following our exact route so plan on eating out of your tank bag. Breakfast & dinner are in local restaurants.

Yes, the list is dwindling. The only one I haven't heard back from is BobC.

We will be leaving from Custer. Vehicle parking will be 6 miles west of there.
Unloading & parking Saturday afternoon would be best.

[Farmer]

I am hoping to get to Custer mid afternoon Saturday.

[c-zulu]

(09-06-2017 05:57 AM)Farmer Wrote:  I am hoping to get to Custer mid afternoon Saturday.

I also plan on arriving then as well..

I have yet to look but are the GPX tracks in this thread?

[Abercrombie]

(09-06-2017 07:12 PM)c-zulu Wrote:  

(09-06-2017 05:57 AM)Farmer Wrote:  I am hoping to get to Custer mid afternoon Saturday.

I also plan on arriving then as well..

I have yet to look but are the GPX tracks in this thread?

Check post #201 by Sleddog and I need a kick in the a** to try to figure out how to get them loaded in my new Montana.

[Sleddog]

I can load tracks for anyone that needs it done on Saturday.

[Farmer]

With the rising price of gasoline,I have decided to just ride the KLR out and back instead of the V10 Superduty Ford. (11 to 12 mpg)

Doing this will save me approximately $170 in fuel costs.I decided that money might as well go into an extra motel or 2 and a few more days of riding.

Leaving Friday,leisurely pace and will spend the night somewhere beyond half way,then on to Custer Sat. morning.

Thinking of doing a lot of the travel in Nebraska.

This trip is going to be so much fun.

[Abercrombie]

(09-07-2017 10:10 AM)Farmer Wrote:  With the rising price of gasoline,I have decided to just ride the KLR out and back instead of the V10 Superduty Ford. (11 to 12 mpg)

Doing this will save me approximately $170 in fuel costs.I decided that money might as well go into an extra motel or 2 and a few more days of riding.

Leaving Friday,leisurely pace and will spend the night somewhere beyond half way,then on to Custer Sat. morning.

Thinking of doing a lot of the travel in Nebraska.

This trip is going to be so much fun.

Enjoy the ride! I retire from the Fargo Fire Department after my 24 hour shift today, retirement party tomorrow night, and Saturday morning I'll be heading out with the XR650L in the back of the pickup for the drive to Custer.

[Sleddog]

I'd like to have dinner Saturday evening with everyone. We can decide on a place when you unload your bikes at Schleman's. (N43.73876 W103.71925) Or, about 6 miles west of Custer you'll go past Comanche Campground on your left. You will go down a shallow hill with a curve to the right then left. There will be a long driveway on the North (right)

Everyone should be unloaded by 5:00 ish.

My cell....605-321-9889

[Farmer]

Enjoy the ride! I retire from the Fargo Fire Department after my 24 hour shift today, retirement party tomorrow night, and Saturday morning I'll be heading out with the XR650L in the back of the pickup for the drive to Custer.
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Congratulations on your retirement.

[Farmer]

Other than a slight chance of showers Sunday afternoon,The forecast is for perfect riding weather the first part of the week.

Now,what have i forgotten to pack?

[c-zulu]

(09-06-2017 08:31 PM)Sleddog Wrote:  I can load tracks for anyone that needs it done on Saturday.

Sounds good..