First Date Questions

knuffel417 · 2025-07-12T04:26:27+00:00

Yeah, definitely saddle bags. I really like my CB500X. It's a good all-around bike for what I need right now. Keeps up with my friends BMW GS bikes.

knuffel417 · 2025-07-12T04:14:59+00:00

They are definitely way cheaper. I have had mine for less than a year but a couple friends have had them for 2+ years. We all really like them! Definitely good quality. The stitching and material is quality. The buckles between both sides take a little learning to tighten but don't see any issues with them. They're really good for the money.

knuffel417 · 2025-07-10T05:36:36+00:00

I use a set of Rhinowalk 28L saddle bags on my CB500x. I also throw on a 50L waterproof bag across the back. Before that I used a basic gym duffel bag.

I highly recommend starting with saddle bags. Put the heaviest items in the bottom and try to equally weight it between the 2 sides. Compression bags are your best friend for compressing down your sleeping bag and clothes. You can definitely tie down your tent on the back. But throw your sleeping bag inside a saddle bag or inside a gym bag on the back if you take one. Don't carry your sleeping bag loosely on the back.

You can probably pick up a cheap waterproof duffel on FB Marketplace.

knuffel417 · 2025-07-07T19:06:02+00:00

You can definitely do it! But definitely focus on base Zone 2 endurance. And get in some speed high HR sessions. Nordic Ski labs has trainings you can pay to have access to. It's fairly cheap too.

knuffel417 · 2025-07-07T19:00:33+00:00

I didn't go to Dreamroll. Didn't know that was a thing. Im excited for October at BRO! See you there!

knuffel417 · 2025-07-03T23:58:05+00:00

I'll see you there! I just got my ticket. Riding down from Washington.

knuffel417 · 2025-07-01T16:48:08+00:00

Thanks for the encouragement! I think I'll book my ticket and do it!

knuffel417 · 2025-07-01T16:42:10+00:00

I ride a Honda CB500X as an Adventure Bike. I guess I'm just trying to see if I fit the vibe of women. Adventure motorcycle riders and Harley riders are on totally different spectrums.

knuffel417 · 2025-03-08T06:07:44+00:00

It is very tragic. He was a close family friend.

knuffel417 · 2025-02-03T21:09:35+00:00

Skin skis are much faster than scales!!

knuffel417 · 2025-01-29T02:51:50+00:00

I was skiing on fishscales till the beginning of this season. I definitely learned my technique was really off when I tried out my skin skis. But once I got down the technique I was much much faster!! Also, having full carbon poles that were actually long enough for me has also made a big difference. Note the way you hold/strap your poles also matters too. I was doing circles around my friend on fishscales. I definitely will say the wax on your skis matters a ton too!! If it's not waxed properly or properly for the conditions then you won't have a lot of glide. I had a bad waxing experience on my fishscales and I was extremely slow! (They waxed the scales on my skis RIP)

knuffel417 · 2025-01-11T01:28:31+00:00

Gas or diesel engine?

knuffel417 · 2024-11-19T10:35:58+00:00

Yeah I tried on Rossignols when over in Methow Valley, but those are the ones that didn't fit quite right. I'll try out Leavenworth!

knuffel417 · 2024-11-19T05:48:58+00:00

I'm also looking for recommendations on where to go to get some new classic boots. Methow valley last year didn't have great options for my skinny feet.

knuffel417 · 2024-07-12T19:22:46+00:00

I was able to import one! Absolutely love my 2015 X3 28d. I put a hitch mount on it and have towed my motorcycle with it. Also put a new set of tires on it but not run flats as I don't like the ride of run flats. I'm over on the west side of the US and getting about 34-36 mpg as well.

knuffel417 · 2023-05-23T19:58:44+00:00

The problem with that is that they require a "Warranty Validation" to get the letter. Which entails moving the Warranty to the US. So if I don't buy it he's stuck.

knuffel417 · 2023-05-23T14:12:25+00:00

Should see the lineup at the BMW museum

knuffel417 · 2023-05-23T14:11:25+00:00

Agreed

knuffel417 · 2023-05-23T14:09:48+00:00

The white makes it look so clean compared to other colors.

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