Adventure motorcycling isn’t just about the ride—it’s about everything that comes with it: the borders, the gear, and the unpredictable moments in between. Ever had your gear raise an eyebrow—or a full-blown alarm—with airport security, police, or border agents? From tools to camping gear that triggered searches, the RAW panel shares stories of harmless objects that looked anything but, and the tense moments when curiosity met authority. And when the road itself turns uncertain, determination can clash with reality—storms rolling in, daylight fading, instincts warning “not today.” In this episode, we explore the judgment calls that separate grit from recklessness, the gear that got us flagged, and the rides we didn’t finish but will never forget.
Photo: Brian Rix and Shirley Hardy-Rix - Aussies Overland
ARR RAW round-table discussions with motorcycle adventure travellers - featuring Grant Johnson, Sam Manicom, Shirley Hardy-Rix, Brian Rix, Michelle Lamphere and Jim Martin.
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Photo: Brian Rix and Shirley Hardy-Rix
Above: Garmin 45XL Photos —Courtesy Grant Johnson; Ebay
Many Thanks to this Month’s TOP SUPPORTERS!
Damien Meadows
Clement Abbondandolo
Gerry Straube
Marc Forbes
Michael McClure — Tom’s Cycle
John Ciribassi — Emmaus MotoTours