Here is the promotional trailer for my website.  Watch me fail/win at comedy (you decide).  Be sure to check out my other videos on the website.

Just some fun shooting some guns!  Exercising out 2nd amendment right.

Just some photos on our ride along the Peak to Peak highway.  A hidden gem that most outside the area don't really know about.  Most people head to Estes Park and drive Trail Ridge Road, and don't get me wrong that drive is beautiful, however here is a drive that is just as scenic and filled with history but without the traffic and crowds. For more information and a map check out this link HERE.

Are motorcycles worth the risk?  You already know my answer. Here is a collaboration video that I had a small part in helping make.  It is very cinematic and insightful and I think helps explain why, us as motorcyclist, get so much enjoyment out of riding.  The footage that was volunteered is epic and I just had to share it on my site.  Check out the video below and if you want to see more definitely check out eveRide's Youtube channel HERE  Many props go to this motorcyclist for promoting responsible riding and creating very good ride videos.  As your watching the video see if you can pick me out.

Become a part of this community! Please check out the contributing channels (In order of appearance):

Holliday RIdes: https://www.youtube.com/user/Holliday...
MrDuhFactor: https://www.youtube.com/user/mrduhfactor
Canuckk61: https://www.youtube.com/user/canuckk61
BDSeidler: https://www.youtube.com/user/bdseidler
West Side Ride: https://www.youtube.com/user/thewests...
Dirt Diggler: https://www.youtube.com/user/iKLR650i
RideVictoria: https://www.youtube.com/user/RideVict...
GoatCabeza: https://www.youtube.com/user/GoatCabeza
EnduroRider NM: https://www.youtube.com/user/r0nnie90
NessedUpProductions: https://www.youtube.com/user/NessedUp...
TheJunkMan: https://www.youtube.com/user/thejunkman
Legion of Old Motors: https://www.youtube.com/user/LegionOf...
Sweety 76: https://www.youtube.com/user/MrSweetm...
DaMotovlogga: https://www.youtube.com/user/DaMotoVl...
XXXDeadHead: https://www.youtube.com/user/XXXDeadhead
Neil's in... : https://www.youtube.com/user/Neilisin
Vegas Romaniac: https://www.youtube.com/user/TwoWheel...
RegularDan: https://www.youtube.com/user/regulardan
TheMotorcycleVlogs: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheMotor...
Piston Slap: https://www.youtube.com/user/PistonSl...
MrSparkyAprilia: https://www.youtube.com/user/mrsparky...
Greg Bazydlo: https://www.youtube.com/user/dtown240
Zack Rogers: (couldn't find the channel!)
Dracati Ducati: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dracati
Mendo: https://www.youtube.com/user/Mendo
DGravatt: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dgravatt
Dr. DualSport: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvox...
Fak'n'NEUTRAL: https://www.youtube.com/user/ProbablyElk
FrickinJim: https://www.youtube.com/user/frickinjim
JoeJoeMoto: https://www.youtube.com/user/joejoeis
MrAusAdventure: https://www.youtube.com/user/mrausadv...
Rockin Rodney: https://www.youtube.com/user/R0CK1NR0...
SpiritStrike.com: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqDl...
ShadeTreeSurgeon: https://www.youtube.com/user/coondogg...
Minitstop: https://www.youtube.com/user/minitstop (He also provided the thumbnail art!)

My shop has needed re-organization since I revamped it about a year ago.  I kinda just threw the random tools and extra parts where ever they would fit and deal with it later.  Well it is now later. Read on for more.

If you have not seen my initial shop tour video showing some of what I did you might want to view it first (video at the bottom). This video was just shortly after I got the layout the way I wanted.  I had the painting done but not the flooring.  That video can be seen by CLICKING HERE.

To be honest what got me into the kick of re-organization was watching a podcast (on Youtube) from TESTED called Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project The topics at hand can get a little wild and off topic but they always come full circle with Adam Savage (of Mythbusters) giving a bunch of helpful hints and tips he uses around his shop.

Adam Savage is somewhat of a jack of all trades but specializes in prop and model making.  His shop however contains a lot of tools that most typical hobbyist might have.  And it is smaller than you might think. His insights on organization and methodology in how he positions things in his work space are universal to anyone who does little projects in an enclosed space.  One of the tips I picked up on is something he calls, first order of retrievability, the idea that everything you use the most is within easy reach and you don't have to move anything to get to it.

What I have found out after listening and watching these videos is, I have kinda been doing it wrong all along.  Now everyone has different workflows and habits, but Adam inspired me to take an introspective look at how I organized and use my tools.  What I found out is I practically hid my most used tools and some of my least used items are in plain view.  Now there is a reason for this I assure you.

See I grew up on a farm, the type of farm that rarely (if ever) took any piece of equipment into a professional shop.  All repairs and maintenance was done on the premise by me and my family.  Thus, we have/had a lot of tools stored in many places and in most cases doubles or triples of lots of things.  Seconds and thirds were stored in portable tool boxes for easy transport to do remote repairs in the field with the main tools stored in the large shop building.  

When I grew up and got out on my own I bought my own sets of tools (metric and SAE) and because at the time I had no permanent shop or storage area my tools stayed in the portable boxes, they came with me on offroad rides, races, basically they needed to stay portable.  When I finally bought a house with a garage that would eventually serve as a shop, I still stored my tools in portable boxes even though I had all the space I needed to make their storage more permanent.  I guess old habits are hard to break.

After listening to the podcasts it really made me think about how my tools I use the most were stored, still in boxes that I would have to dig out just for one socket or open end wrench.  So onward with my organization, this will be a ongoing process that I will update here with pictures and video.  I also plan on making a short series about tools you should have in your shop, no matter how large or small, if you are going to work on motorcycles.  Keep checking back for more, and let me know if there are any questions you would like me to answer in a future video.  Leave them in the comments.

Take a tour of Adam Savages Cave!  He doesn't have a lot of room but he sure gets a lot done in there.  His comments gave me the inspiration to re-think how I work in my space.

You know you have made it if you start showing up in other peoples videos.  I was flattered when these people already knew who I was.  I have a very small niche, not too many people geek out discussing the subtle odors in gasoline that is about to go bad, or whether the hassle of tuning a Kehin FCR is worth the performance gains over the currently functioning somewhat trouble free Mikuni BS carburetor.

Anyways this post is all about a few fellow dual sporters that I had the pleasure to take a ride with one fine afternoon.  Here are two videos from a somewhat of a new rider (he says he has only been riding for 3 years, but his skills reflect a properly seasoned rider, fast learner I guess)  The rider in question is a motovlogger, that is a blogger that uses video (vlogging) on a motorcycle, that goes by the name Hermit Da Vlog.  An interesting fellow that doesn't get out too much socially, but somehow decided to shed his hermit ways and broadcast himself to the world.  Anyways, I have a brief cameo in two of his recent videos.  His videos are great and entertaining, give him a watch.  Want to see pictures from this ride?  Click Here

And if you want to see more from this ride you can check out my video below.  You could consider this video the 2nd unit camera or a behind the scenes.

Riding season is upon us and of course we are all going to either participate in a group ride or organize a group ride ourselves.  For the latter it is important to be a responsible trail or group leader.  Leading riders into unfamiliar areas can be fun and rewarding.  What follows are some helpful tips to make the group ride a success and everybody gets back to the staging area in one piece.

1.  Communicate

Before anyone loads a single piece of gear, have a get together and talk about the 3 W’s Who, What, Where.  Who is all going with you on the ride, this is also a good time to get an idea of everyones skill level.   The skill level of the riders involved leads into the next question.  What type of terrain is the group going to be riding on?  Depending on everyones skill level will depend on the terrain you will want to take the riders on.   And lastly, Where are are the riders going to ride?  The what somewhat dictates the where.  For example, do the riders want a challenge or a leisurely ride.  As the leader you will need to respect the riders skill levels and desires, especially if they are new to the area.  Remember a trail that seems easy to you may be very difficult for others and vise-versa.

2. Bring the right gear

As the leader you need to set a good example and at least require the bare minimum of safety gear before you allow anyone on the trail.  Other than the obvious, be sure to take along extra specialty gear for the area or conditions you might face on the trail.  For example, if your riding in an area that sees frequent afternoon showers, pack extra rain ponchos.  Also even though the other riders might bring other gear, as the leader make sure you have a basic first-aid kit.  Plenty of water is always a good idea as well.

3.  Know your route

Know the area well.  Know where the parking is, how much parking and the route you will take to get to the trail head as well as the trails themselves.  Especially with new riders to the area you want to instill confidence that you know your way around.  Make sure if it is a complicated area be sure to provide maps for everyone just in case someone happens to get behind.  Be sure to discuss how to read the map.

4.  Don’t get too far ahead

This one is simple.  Keep track of your group.  Stop at every fork in the trail and make sure everyone is accounted for and that everyone can see the proper turn.  If there are difficult obstacles it might be a good idea to stop and make sure everyone clears the section before proceeding, this can also be a good time to take a break if people need it.

5.  Action plan

Have an action plan for the extreme case of someone getting lost, breaking down, or getting hurt.  A good plan is to have everyone meet at a certain well known landmark or area at the end of the day.  This way when someone comes up missing it is easier to plan your search of the trail to find that person.

Every situation will warrant different tactics.  These tips should only serve as introductory guidelines as the leader or organizer of a group ride.