Cult of Dualsport

'Amazing Motorcycle Rally Party Ideas'

I'm not sure that "amazing" is the right word to describe this. But whatever. And, since this is a dual sport blog, don't forget to check out the offroad version. Fun quotes:

The Motocross party menu is a great way to experiment and be creative in your food planning. You can work on creating your own motorbike shaped cake for a birthday party. Or the relish tray can feature little wheel shaped wedges of radish and carrot. It’s all fun and great for the guests to nosh on. If you are having a party for younger Motocross fans, look out for some simpler, more traditional party foods to serve up in the theme.

The Motorcycle Rally can be a really tough affair with plenty of big hog riders and tattooed sleeves on their arms or a relaxing event with older retired folks riding cross country and Harley enthusiasts. Many times you’ll get a combination of both at bigger motorcycle rallies across the country. Whatever your guest list looks like you’ll be sure to make a hit with some classic party foods.

Potatoes, flour, bacon, salt, and a Husqvarna

I like Swedish food. Maybe I'll cook for the guys before our next dual sport ride. Hey, Ed! Bring your Husky!

These Swedish food dishes are recommended to allow full potential when researching, restoring, repairing, tuning, or racing any Husqvarna motorcycle. Each of these foods have been thoroughly tested and found to give maximum consumption pleasure which in turn has lead, in most cases, to world championship results when used in conjunction with Husqvarna motorcycles. Please use caution when using these foods without the correct motorcycles.

Is six liters enough?

Maybe. Maybe not. It depends. I've been through six liters of liquid on a single ride in the Sierra. That might not be enough in some other climates. Check these Hot Weather Survival Tactics for Motorcyclists from Motorcycle Intelligence.

Whether you describe "Hot Weather" as 80 degrees or 110 degrees, if you are riding for several hours in heated temperatures, the main thing to prevent is also the most obvious: DEHYDRATION.  Dehydration is excessive loss of water from the body.

Motorcyclists should not think too lightly of this malady. Dehydration can lead to a range of “bad” to “very bad” things that are listed below.

GCDSR hosts 'intro to dualsport' at A&S BMW

Here in Northern California, Gold Country Dualsport Riders regularly hosts large (30-60 bikes) rides. Personally, I dislike riding with so many folks. Obviously, others don't mind. Group leader Larry Fulkerson has announced an event at A&S BMW in Roseville:

... on Saturday September 13th, at 10:00am. GCDSR is holding an intro to Dual Sporting event at A&S BMW in Roseville. We will have a few instructors there to talk about Dual Sporting, street to dirt transitions, motorcycle first-aid, plus much much more. This event also comes with a complimentary lunch, drawings for prizes as well.

Subscribe to the GCDSR site for updates, as I won't be checking or attending this event...