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Trail Braking with Yamaha Champ School

PodcastBy The Podcast Host January 31, 2023

TRAIL BRAKING WITH YAMAHA CHAMPIONS RIDING SCHOOL Guest:Â Chip Spalding, business development manager and instructor at the nation’s premier motorcycle riding school: Yamaha Champions Riding School. Episode Summary:Get ready to master the art of trail braking as I am joined by the business development manager for Yamaha Champions Riding School, Chip Spalding. Listen in as we…

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Why teach four fingered braking?

PodcastBy The Podcast Host September 27, 2022

WHY TEACH FOUR FINGERED BRAKING? Guest: David Weed, currently an MSF-certified RiderCoach and RiderCoach trainer and formerly the lead technical specialist for the Washington State Motorcycle Program. Episode Summary:Join us for a fascinating chat with David Weed, a certified RiderCoach and instructor trainer with the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF). We tackle the contentious issue of four-finger…

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What Boots Should I Wear?

PodcastBy The Podcast Host August 22, 2022

MX BOOTS VS ADV BOOTS Guest: Alex and Bret discuss some of the advantages and challenges of switching to a heavier boot for ADV riding. Discussion Points: 1.Â There is huge difference between motocross boots and boots that are marketed as an Adventure boot. Key Takeaways: – There is the challenge of getting away from…

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Tire Talk

PodcastBy The Podcast Host June 17, 2022

ADV Tire Talk Guest: Jarrett King is an ADV rider and mechanical designer at Mitas Tires. Discussion Points:1.Â Air pressure â€“ should I air down before riding off-road?2.Â Why is the manufacturer’s baseline pressure different from what’s written on the sidewall?3.Â Can a rider increase or decrease the size of the tire on the bike?…

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Large & Tall Bike Setup

PodcastBy The Podcast Host March 28, 2022

LARGE & TALL BIKE SETUP Guest: Kip Kyler stands 6â€™4â€ with a 38â€ inseam who is riding a Husqvarna 701.Â He has made a few adjustments to accommodate his height and weight, but still feels cramped in the cockpit while riding.Â He has reached out to Bret to find out what other adjustments he can…

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Invest in Experience, Not Farkles

PodcastBy The Podcast Host March 2, 2022

INVESTING IN EXPERIENCE When taking riders overseas on motorcycle expeditions, Bret has been surprised to note that participants don’t have the problems he would expect them to have.Â In fact, less-experienced riders quickly develop their skill sets and become confident off-road riders very quickly – much faster than in any traditional training environment.Â Bret dives…

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