HU Travellers Meeting Virginia 2025

ADVENTURE DISCUSSION PANEL with Q&A All Things Adventure and Beyond With David Woodburn, Cathy Davies, Greg Turp, Celia Williams, and Peter Bodtke.

We're back with more of the best time full of real talks about real adventure stuff, conversation-style.

Join some of your favourite savvy travellers about all things adventure and beyond. You're in for a wonderful time listening in and asking these folks some of your burning questions. Does that mean they'll be on the hot seat? Nah, they've weathered the best and worst on their travels... they'll bring warm insights, hot takes, and their humanness to the table. Cosy up!

Don't miss their individual presentations! Scroll for more info below.

Lynn Howard 2025: 250cc Fun, 2 Months & 12 Borders / Howdy, Partner!

1) 2025: 250cc Fun, 2 Months & 12 Borders
Exploring Centrla America - (Maryland) to Texas to Panama Canal and back.

Three friends took off from Maryland to see the Panama Canal and escape winter this year with a wish list, general route, and the canal as the southern destination. We headed off to explore and experience as much as we could in what sounds like a lot of time, but is never enough. Planning, packing, borders, costs, security, and different traveling styles - we'll run through some of what to expect and, of course, there's always the unexpected, but that's what makes travel fun, and sometimes not. It is what's around the next bend that makes us get back on the bike and head out for another day.

2) Howdy, Partner!
An interactive discussion of expectations and goals when traveling with someone.

This conversation encourages dialogue between riding partners who are looking to embark on an adventure, or to help someone looking for a riding partner, to take an honest look at themselves and their expectations. What makes a good trip? Is it the route, the plan, the flexibility, travel companions? Certainty or uncertainty? Self or organized? How do you decide what is your style? How do you come to terms with different styles on the road? What about food, lodging, money? How does each cope with the unexpected or difficult? The value of having real conversations with those you're planning on traveling with, so you experience the best of your companions, and everyone gets the most from the experience.

LYNN HOWARD has always had the travel bug. She loves to explore and travels whenever possible. There are so many fabulous people to meet and breath-taking places to experience. It's about hitting the road, being open to the journey, and having fun along the way.

Renee Maxfield Bravest Little Chicken Sh*t Overcoming my fears through my travels to Mexico.

RENEE MAXFIELD started riding at age 52 and has since crossed the country three times, ridden the Dalton Highway in Alaska, the TAT, Mexico several times, down into Belize and Guatemala, as well as Argentina and Chile.

Renee will discuss embracing courage despite fear, sharing her many adventures in Mexico. What began as a cautious exploration of an often-feared and misunderstood country blossomed into a deep love and appreciation for it, with each trip offering unforgettable experiences, proving that fear didn't prevent this Little Chicken Shit from crossing the border!

Daniel Byers Cycle South Reading from The Moment Collectors A reading of my travels from a chapter of Sam Manicom's The Moment Collectors.

At last year's HU Virginia, I helped Sam Manicom with book sales while he gave his many presentations. I'll do a reading of one of the chapters from Sam's The Moment Collectors, which is about my travel. I'm a little nervous, but it's going to be fun. Feel free to ask me questions afterward!

Remember to check out the mods Dan made on his Suzuki DR650 for travel. It may be included with Annette Stout's Fun Farkle Walk-About.

DANIEL BYERS says: Hello, fellow Horizons Unlimited motorcycle travelers! I began my world travels from NE Ohio in late 2017 aboard my DR650 Thousand Sunny. My travels have included many wonderful counties, memories, and friends made, along with multiple setbacks that have only served to harden my resolve for satisfying my wanderlust.

Melanie and Greg Turp, 2Wandrrs Morocco: It's the People / Yes, You Can! / Fresh African Tracks

MELANIE and GREG TURP sold everything in 2010 and decided to work part-time and travel the rest. In 2017, they decided to stop working and travel more. They're on a Patchwork RTW journey. To date, they have ridden in every state, plus six continents and over 70 countries.

Don't miss their workshop, PACKING FOR TWO ON ONE BIKE. More info below in 'Workshops and Tech Sessions'.

1. Morocco: It's the People
We rode around Morocco for a month to see the country and meet the people.

Morocco brings so much to mind: Sahara Desert, Atlas high mountain passes, Berber camel trade routes, North Africa. But we found riding there, in a foreign land, to be so much more. Once again, it was the people of Morocco who amazed us. Everywhere we turned we encountered smiling faces and outstretched arms of kindness. From a salute and a smile of a road-side official to the high-five of a local lad when riding through a small village. Our presentation will take you on our journey through this beautiful country.

2. Yes, You Can!
Stop making excuses and make a commitment to travel. Tomorrow may never come. How we did it.

Stop making excuses and make a commitment to travel. Tomorrow may never come. How we did it. How and why we decided to "take off". We have now ridden on six continents and through almost 70 countries. Don't let life get in the way of living your life. We had kids, grandkids, parents, and pets. Tomorrow may never come. Make the choice to travel, and go.

3. Fresh African Tracks
Our three-month ride around the southern countries in Africa.

Huff...HUFF!

"What was that?", we whispered to each other from the safety of our small tent. Earlier we had had elephants within meters of our camp. We also knew the sound we were hearing were lions. Come with us as we visit the highlights of South Africa, ride the Skeleton Coast and camp in a game reserve, visit Vic Falls, camp with elephants walking beside our tent, and camp in Kruger searching for the big five.

George Morrison Connected by HU How two guys met at Horizons Unlimited and, with that as their only connection, decided to hit the road together to see where it led.

GEORGE MORRISON was a relative newcomer to the world of motorcycle travel or anything moto-related at all. Having gotten the travel bug at age 58, he got his learner's permit, bought a helmet and a pair of gloves, and signed up for the basic rider's course offered by his home state of Pennsylvania. Within two weeks, he had his license, a new Kawasaki Versys X 300, and no idea just what he was getting himself into.

George's first adventure was to get to HU Virginia via parts of the MABDR. The trip was awesome and he felt very welcome at the event, even though he felt a bit overwhelmed. The next year, he attended again and took Tom Asher's training, where he met Dave Urasky of Wyoming, a lifelong adventurer having hiked, mountain biked, and rafted some of the most beautiful and challenging terrain North America has to offer. The training went on despite torrential rain, and they decided to ride the MABDR south to north.

They hit it off, and stayed in touch, deciding that Dave would come back East in the Fall to ride the NEBDR together. Having completed that trip, the next step was for George to go West so in 2024 George headed to Wyoming on his new Aprilia Tuareg and this time, Dave and his wife Lesley teamed up and the three of them ventured North through the Grand Tetons and up the Cassiar Highway and on to the Arctic Ocean at Tuk. From there they explored Alaska and created memories that will last a lifetime.

This talk is meant to inspire the first-timer, as well as the seasoned traveler, to start conversations with like-minded folks and get out there and explore. Of course, there's more to come and we'll be discussing our next trip!

Peter Bodtke The Heart of the Beast Journey Five months, 30,000 km, six countries, a personal dream list adventure into the South American interior, visiting old friends and making new ones.

PETER BODTKE started riding in 2008, just 18 months after getting his MC license, and continues to love Latin America. Riding in every country across the continental Americas, mostly solo, sometimes with friends or riders met on the road. The trips ranged from guided tours to multi-month DIY trips. Always fun.

In 2023, my second extended ride through South America began in Peru. The objective was to visit places I missed on a nine-month ride a decade earlier. Time-bound to five months, I set out to visit popular attractions and the little-known. The tour started in Peru, zig-zagged across Brazil, flew across Paraguay, consumed Argentina top to bottom, dipped into Chile, more Argentina, climbed Bolivia, and returned to Peru.

My trips are packed to enjoy the personality, culture, and vibe unique to every country. The range of experiences is not the norm. I'll talk about eating street food, making dinner for friends, and eating in South America's best restaurants. My lodging ranged from a couch, hammock, and air mattress to dorm rooms, AirBnBs, and a stupid-expensive spa lodge in Chile. Never did use the tent... Lots of stories, photos, and advice. Bring questions!

Joe Sokohl, Brothers, Bikes, and Bourbon Riding Through History Riding thorugh history to places you COULD go in a car, but just don't. The bike just...takes me there.

Riding through history means viewing the past to understand what happened and where. It means encountering in-person places that maybe you've read about, but never visited. Perhaps there's a favorite movie that you wanted to learn more about: Did it REALLY happen the way Hollywood said? And what was it about that Place that mattered?

I love to ride to out-of-the-way sites to learn more about things that matter... and to do so by motorcycle. Being on a bike grounds me in Where I Am and Where I'm Going, and understanding its history helps me understand... me. This talk showcases why historical riding is a great adventure, and then it focuses on history you can ride to from HU Virginia.

JOE SOKOHL's interest in riding was sparked by Then Came Bronson. Motorcycles have been a presence, a theme, and a force. With more than 25 years on road bikes, Joe writes for the MSTA and the BMWRA magazines, among others. He's still working, but longs for that moment of retirement from designing software.

C. Jane Taylor Spirit Traffic: Share Your Own Adventure Jane reads from her new motomemoir about learning to ride at 50 on a 10,000-mile trip, and invites listeners to share their own stories.

Everyone has a story. Come and share yours! Join author C. Jane Taylor in a presentation of adventure storytelling. Jane will start by reading from Spirit Traffic, her new adventure memoir about learning to ride a motorcycle at age 50 on a seven-week, 10,000-mile cross-country trip with her husband and son; they were all new riders on BMW 650s. She'll also discuss the 97-day, 13,000-mile national book tour she did on her bike in 2022. Afterward, listeners are invited to share their own stories on the theme "Adventure as I see it". Each story should illustrate a lesson learned and be limited to five-minutes.

C. JANE TAYLOR learned to ride at age 50 during a 10,000-mile cross-country trip. Her book Spirit Traffictells of that adventure and was the subject of a national book tour by motorcycle. Her current book, Riding the Line, is being released serially on Substack; excerpts have been featured in Rider Magazine.

Emy and David Woodburn Accompanying a Karenni Patrol in Burma / Preparing a Bike and Ourselves

1. Accompanying a Karenni Patrol in Burma
Three days in the Thai jungle, circumventing various army posts; a long boat up the Salween; then into Burma... and then...

In 2006, we moved from Florida to Georgia. Six weeks hard graft were spent preparing the house. We left our daughter and flew to Bangkok. A week later, we travelled to the north of the country. There, we made contact with the Karenni underground. Preparations were made. The refugee camps were trawled for numbers to make up a patrol. Emy, a Filipino man, a journalist from Italy, and I accompanied this small group through the jungles of Thailand, across the Salween River, and into the razorback terrain of northern Burma. A civil war has been in effect there since 1946. Our trek was a small insight into what it would have been like on the Ho Chi Min Trail, back a generation.

2. Preparing a Bike and Ourselves
Rebuilding an old bike from scratch, similar to the R60 Danny Liska used. Vintage bikes possess a certain practicality.

We'll be away for a month this summer to speak overseas and needed a "horse ride", so we dragged a crusty project BMW out of the storage trailer and stripped it down to part numbers. Then, we rebuilt it.

This bike is 600cc and left the factory in 1962. Al Jesse kindly made us a bespoke set of bags. What are the logistics of shipping a bike overseas? What are some of the ins and outs? Something rarely touched on is the purpose, the practicality, and philosophy of travel. Maybe we can discuss this also. We plan to leave this bike in Somerset and return in the spring for some more expansive travel.

EMY and DAVID WOODBURN have breathed air mostly in countries not their own. DAVID started travelling by motorbike in 1972 in Australia, followed by a 3+-year trip through Southeast Asia, India Subcontinent, Central Asia, Europe, North Africa, USA, and Canada. During the 1990s, David and EMY brought their young daughter along for adventuring across the ASian continent, Europe, and then Africa via sidecar.

Cathy Davies 35,000 Miles RTW in Eight Months - Organized! When health intervened, we traded our plan for a 2-person ride to Ushuaia for an 8-month, organized RTW expedition.

During her 57 years of riding two wheels, CATHY DAVIES has led groups to 50 states and to all Canadian provinces and territories. She has ridden in about 60 countries. Much of her OUS riding has been with organized trips. This can enhance the fun and learning, yet can increase the challenge.

Used V-Stroms were purchased, Spanish lessons complete, route planning in process. Just when we thought our 2-person, 2-bike ride from Atlanta to Ushuaia was coming together, life intervened. My husband, Larry Johnson, was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer. During his final week of radiation treatments, we learned of the first organized and marketed, around-the-world motorcycle expedition. Larry's health added urgency as well as a reason to have planning done and support available. Fourteen months later we embarked on an 8-month, 35,000-mile, life-changing expedition. One may think an organized expedition is easier. Think again.

Celia and Shaye Willams Scout and Drifter Return Home Preparing, outfitting, and shipping two vintage motorcycles to Germany... and beyond.

It was the 1980s, a time of great change at BMW Motorcycles in Germany, where the BMW R80ST was dreamed up and, after fine manufacturing practices, was exported to the U.S.. The R80ST took riders on the next step in making their ride an adventure. Scout and Drifter came over in this wave of BMW motorcycles, ready to tackle the rough and rowdy roads of the U.S.

This is their story of finding a home with Celia and Shaye after many years on the road and their triumphant return to their homeland. Scout and Drifter had fallen on hard times and were grateful to arrive in Merritt Island, where they received much attention. Returned to their former glory, they were ready to travel to their birthland and take on the strabe. Graced with new parts and adorned with tools, the voyage to Germany was easily undertaken. Home at last and all was gemütlichkeit. Scout and Drifter, the happy wanderers.

CELIA and SHAYE WILLIAMS are rocket engineers, tropical fruit farmers, and vintage home rescuers. CELIA is also a mild riding motorcyclist, musician who happily travels by by vintage motorcycle in the U.S. and Europe, and enjoys visiting gardens and transport museums. SHAYE, on the other hand, has been motorcycling since the age of one, is a shade tree mechanic, loves riding on- and off-road, and is really into the Isle of Man racing scene.

Petra Vergeer Epic Cross-Country Ride With No Plan What's it like to ride your motorcycle across the country alone, without a plan?

After spending 30 years working in developing countries and conflict zones, Petra felt a need for change - she resigned from her position and embarked on a solo journey across the country. Petra will share her incredible three-month journey, during which she visited 30 states and covered 14,000 miles. She embarked on this adventure without a specific plan, embracing the thrill of making spontaneous choices in where to go and what to do.

Petra will highlight the stunning scenery and diverse places she encountered. She will also elaborate on her experience traveling solo and the heartfelt interactions she had with strangers, some of whom have since become friends. To Petra, the journey provided a valuable opportunity to unwind, reconnect with herself, and contemplate her future career path.

PETRA VERGEER is an avid motorcyclist who cherishes the freedom of riding. After dedicating 30 years to aiding others in developing countries and conflict situations, she felt an undeniable urge for change last year. For Petra, riding is not just a pastime; it's her sanctuary, a precious escape that allows her to relax and rediscover her true self.

Mark Brunson Big Andes Adventure in a Short Time / Namibia and Botswana Self-Drive Safari / Santiago to Ushuaia in a Camper Van

MARK BRUNSON and his wife are retired teachers who have enjoyed adventure travel at home and abroad for fifty years. Recent international adventures using rentals include a month-long self-driving safari through Namibia and Botswana, a month-long van trip through Patagonia, and a week-long motorcycle ride through the Andes of Chile and Argentina.

1. Big Andes Adventure in a Short Time
My wife and I spent a week on a rented motorcycle riding through the Andes of Chile and Argentina.

It's not true that you need loads of time to have an overland adventure. We recently rented a motorcycle in Santiago, Chile for a week. We traveled north on beautiful mountain roads through wine country, staying in picturesque colonial mountain villages. We crossed into Argentina on Paseo Agua Negra, the highest land border in the world at 15,682 feet. We traveled south in Argentina through unpopulated mountain terrain, crossing back into Chile beneath Aconcagua, the highest mountain outside the Himalya. We stayed in very nice but inexpensive hotels that were recommended by the moto rental company, who also planned our route. We enjoyed local cuisine, beer, and wines in the evenings and met wonderful, friendly locals and riders during this journey. This experience is easy enough for any competent rider to enjoy. Included in this talk is information on logistics and cost.

2. Namibia and Botswana Self-Drive Safari
In 2022, we spent a month driving through Namibia and Botwana in a rented Toyota Hilux with a rooftop tent.

Discover how easy it is to do a self-drive safari in southern Africa. In 2022 we rented a Toyota Hilux with a roof-top tent in Namibia, and spent the next month driving a 4,000K circuit to Botswana and back. Highlights were camping in Etosha National Park, Chobe National Park and the Okavango Delta. We saw elephants, hippos, rhinos, giraffes, lions, hyenas, and a variety of herd animals and birds. Once a week we stayed in nice lodges to break up the camping, where we enjoyed delicious food and drink for a reasonable cost. We felt very safe at all times and enjoyed meeting the local people. This trip was easy to set up and coordinate using a rental broker who took care of all reservations and helped us plan an itinerary. The cost of this trip for a month was very affordable. Included in this talk is information on logistics and cost.

3. Santiago to Ushuaia in a Camper Van
In 2020, we drove a rental camper van 6,000 km from Santiago (Chile) to Ushuaia (Argentina).

Not having a free year to travel to Ushuaia, we started our journey in Santiago Chile driving south in a rented camper van on the famous Carretera Austral and Argentina's Ruta 40. This was a wonderful and affordable way to experience Patagonia as we crossed back and forth between the two countries multiple times. While we stayed in national parks, we wild-camped the majority of the time, and also stayed in nice municipal campgrounds, which were a great way to meet fellow travelers. At journeys-end, we returned the van in Punta Arenas and flew back to Santiago, then home. Included in this talk is information on logistics and cost.

Taylor Camplin The Journey to My First Motorcycle Adventure Excited to see the world in a whole new way.

Taylor grew up with the privilege of traveling the world from a young age, seizing every school break as an opportunity to explore new cultures. After high school, she took a gap year backpacking through Ecuador, India, and Zambia, an experience that sparked a passion for people and mental health. This journey led Taylor to pursue a career as a clinical social worker and now works as a mental health therapist in various capacities.

Then came a chance encounter with a wild and adventurous partner who introduced her to motorcycles and shared a lifelong dream of traveling the world on two wheels. Learning to ride wasn't easyเน€เธ™ย‚€”Taylor quickly realized the motorcycle world isn't designed for women. Finding the right gear and a comfortable bike took time, and after a broken wrist and six months of recovery, she finally feels (mostly) ready. Now, just a year after getting her motorcycle, Taylor is setting off to Europe to chase the adventure of a lifetimeเน€เธ™ย‚€”exploring both the world and her career in mental health along the way. She will share her journey as a lifelong traveler and new rider, the bravery of getting back on her bike after a traumatic accident, and how she has prepared for the adventure ahead.

TAYLOR CAMPLIN has been an avid traveler most of her life, visiting over 25 countries. She bought her first motorcycle last February in order to go around the world with her boyfriend in 2025. They're embarking shortly on an adventure, ready to embrace all the sights, sounds, and smells that only a motorcycle journey can provide.

Scott McQueen Riding Gear That Works / MSF to RTW: Beginner to Globetrotter

1. Riding Gear That Works
How your gear choices shape your riding experience - safety and comfort.

What you wear can make or break your adventure. This session explores the impact of riding clothing on your safety, comfort, and overall experience. From weather adaptability to protection features, I'll share tips for choosing the right gear for various environments and situations. You will gain practical knowledge on investing in clothing that enhances rather than hinders your journey.

Don't miss Scott's interactive Show-and-Tell: Game-Changing Gear workshop with the opportunity to showcase your own gear that has made the biggest impact for you. More info in the WORKSHOPS & TECH SESSIONS section below.

2. MSF to RTW: Beginner to Globetrotter
The journey from basic training to preparing for a routh-the-world motorcycle trip.

I'll share the story of how my partner and I went from completing the Motorcycle Safety Foundation course to preparing for a round-the-world (RTW) motorcycle adventure. I'll discuss the learning curve of gaining riding skills, planning a trip of this scale, and balancing excitement with the realities of limited experience. This session will offer relatable insights for new riders dreaming of big adventures, as well as tips for seasoned travelers mentoring others.

SCOTT McQUEEN was inspired by motorcycle overlanders like Elspeth Beard, Ted Simon, and Sam Manicom. He long-dreamed of exploring the world on two wheels while balancing a career in IT in Pasadena, California. That dream came to life with the purchase of a Triumph Scrambler 1200, which led him to master the transition from pavement to off-road exploration. Since then, Scott has motorcycled across Europe, Central America, and North America, tackling logistical challenges and immersing himself in the overlanding community.

David Woodburn & Charlie Pearce General Maintenance Workshop Servicing your motorcycle. Tell us what you want to know about!

Super-duper Duo, David and Charlie, show you how to do your own service, including adjusting chain tension. Ask us anything you want about maintenance issues.

Andrew Pain Going Small - Packing Small Tips for packing - what to carry, how to carry it, where to put it all.

Traveling on a small bike might seem like a terrible idea - but its not as terrible as being so loaded with gear that you need to call a crane to get off the side stand (that poor side stand - what did it do that you hate it so much?). Andrew Pain will talk through packing strategies, review gear, cover over what you really need to live on a motorcycle for weeks, months, or years. There will also be a teddy bear, but that is a different story.

ANDREW PAIN does not always make good choices. He has actually made a lot of bad decisions, and will be happy to talk about them.

Charlie Pearce Tire Changing Workshop Everything you need to know about tires to keep your adventures rolling.

Charlie's on-site to demystify the dark art of tires. The perceived hassles of fixing tires are (ahem) greatly inflated. Unless you think your adventures can roll along without tires, then you can't afford to miss this workshop. This session is absolutely perfect if you're newer to riding motorcyles or a bit nervous about travelling because flat tires give you the willies.

CHARLIE PEARCE is a qualified engineer, but learned how to get around any and every mechanical problem over the years. Problem-solving is a passion as well as riding on- and off-road, and travelling with his wife Linda by any and every means.

(Above photo credit: Chris Smith, Chris and Cami Photography.)

Greg Turp, 2Wandrrs Packing for Two on One Bike What we carry on a long trip

I will unpack our bike to show what we would typically carry on a ride. We travel two-up on one bike. This works for us for either three days, three weeks, or three or more months. It's always the same. And find out how we get our gear from one destination to the next.

GREG and MELANIE TURP sold everything in 2010 and decided to work part-time and travel the rest. In 2017, they decided to stop working and travel more. They're on a Patchwork RTW journey. To date, they have ridden in every state, plus six continents and over 70 countries.

Kevin Edwards and Charlie Pearce Tool Kits Roundtable with Show-and-Tell What should I bring to be prepared for breakdowns and maintenance? How much is too much?

We'll go through examples of what makes a good minimal toolkit and what is advisable for longer trips in remote areas. We'll consider some lightweight and multi-purpose tools that can get you out of trouble without weighing you down. You can't bring an entire workshop, so what is likely to be needed and what can actually be repaired with supplies on hand? Everyone's invited to bring their one favorite tool to show and discuss with the group.

KEVIN EDWARDS is an engineer based in North Carolina. He's been riding and moto-camping since 1995. He does his own wrenching, and his own stunts.

CHARLIE PEARCE is a qualified engineer, but learned how to get around any and every mechanical problem over the years. Problem-solving is a passion as well as riding on- and off-road, and travelling with his wife Linda by any and every means.

Fun Farkle Walk with Annette / Women of Adventure Meeting (Facilitated by Annette)

1. Fun Farkle Walk with Annette
A walk-about in the parking lot to check out bike mods, gadgets, and farkles!

Annette Stout and her smile returns to host the annual Farkle Walk of Fun. FARKLE = accessory. The word is generally accepted to mean a combination of "function" and "sparkle"; hence, farkle. We'll go on a walk-about to interview riders and examine their bikes for a detailed breakdown of their farkles and kit. How did they decide which farkle to add and which ones to subtract? and why? Check out different storage solutions, protective gear, navigation options, and comfort customizations. We'll also look at sidecars and trailers if they catch our eye or any interesting conveyance at the campground. If you've ever wondered, "What IS that?!?" when looking at a traveler's bike, this is your chance to find out!

2. Women of Adventure Meeting
A Ladies-Only meet and greet

Gather around and get to know fellow travellers! The annual gathering of the ADVENTURE LADIES OF HU VIRGINIAto share experiences and get to know a little more about the women attending and what they've been up to. This is always fun-filled and full of laughter, with no divisions made for how, why, or where you travel. Please set aside this time slot to meet your fellow female travelers!

Always the explorer, ANNETTE STOUT faces the world with humor, an open mind, and intense interest in all things involved with travel. Her experience with motorcycle camping combines her lifelong connection with the outdoors, powersports, gadgets, and the people whom she meets along the way.

Alex Reponen, The Spy Who Loved to Bake Motobaking: A Delicious Art & Science An introduction to understanding and mastering proper baking while traveling

"Motobaker" Alex will once again share his dual passions of baking and motorcycle travel to introduce fellow travelers to the joy, satisfaction and delicious possibilities of baking while traveling. Covering a range of equipment options, basic theory of successful motobaking and practical tips and tricks to ensure consistently delectable results while on the road. Whether you have the desire to bake everyday or just once in a while, these are game changing skills to add to your arsenal and require less dedicated equipment than you might think!

A practical demonstration of various setups from the field expedient to the more elaborate, with tasty, freshly baked treats to sample, this presentation will definitely leave you wanting more! Bring an appetite, questions, and ideas of what you'd like to bake!

ALEX REPONEN is a relative newcomer to motorcycling (approx. 12 years), but is a professional baker and seasoned international traveler. Having swerved from his previous career as a CIA officer overseas, he now satisfies both his passions by "motobaking" whenever possible; baking off the back of his motorcycle!

Scott McQueen Show and Tell: Game-Changing Gear Share and discover gear that transforms your motorcycle overlanding experience.

This interactive session invites attendees to showcase the gear that has made the biggest impact on their motorcycle adventures. After I share a selection of my favorite tools and equipment covering comfort, safety, and convenience; attendees will be encouraged to bring their own favorite items and speak for a minute or two about how these pieces have improved their journeys. Whether it's a multi-tool, a piece of luggage, or a gadget, this is an opportunity to inspire and be inspired by the collective wisdom of the overlanding community.

SCOTT McQUEEN was inspired by motorcycle overlanders like Elspeth Beard, Ted Simon, and Sam Manicom. He long-dreamed of exploring the world on two wheels while balancing a career in IT in Pasadena, California. That dream came to life with the purchase of a Triumph Scrambler 1200, which led him to master the transition from pavement to off-road exploration. Since then, Scott has motorcycled across Europe, Central America, and North America, tackling logistical challenges and immersing himself in the overlanding community.