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HU Virginia April 25-28, 2024
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Here's hoping the weather is better this year! One thing for sure, it can't possibly be any wetter than last year.
I'm looking forward to attending this year's event and can't wait to see the list of presenters fill out. Thanks in advance to the whole team for all your hard work. See you in April!
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I'm a first timer, heading there from Memphis. Trying to get my Michigan friends to meet me for the event. Looking forward to it!
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Any off-pavement rides Fri or Sat?
Hi, are any of the rides on Friday or Saturday off-pavement? I'm riding down from the DC area and trying to decide which bike to bring (1250RT or 1200GS).
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I'm signed up! It's my first HU event.
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Here's who's presenting at HU Virginia 2024, 25-28 April
Hey folks,
It's Friday and we're a couple of weeks out from HU Virginia! If you haven't kept an eye on the presentations rolling in, then quickly, you can check out ALL the latest sessions on the web page here:
https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ev...-2024#schedule
Would it be redundant to post everything here? 
Here are a few to whet your adv appetite and start planning your route to HU Virginia.
First up: ADVENTURE DISCUSSION PANEL with Q&A
Sam Manicom, Emy and David Woodburn, and Melanie and Greg Turp are addressing all things adventure and beyond. Some of the best times are real talks about real adventure stuff, conversation-style.
Don't miss their individual presentations, too.
Melanie and Greg Turp remember hearing elephants and even lions outside their tent while in South Africa. And a storyline no one ever gets tired of hearing: how and why they decided to take off and travel the world, through almost 70 countries on six continents. Words of wisdom: "Don't let life get in the way of living your life. Tomorrow may never come. Make the choice to travel, and go." Word!
Greg's also giving an informational intro to the Accident Scene Management / Road Guardians training program. (It's an info session, not the actual 7-h training.)
Emy and David Woodburn recount the time when, so very far from home, theft, damages, injuries, and illnesses washed over them like waves. Then there's warmth, hospitality, and general courtesy of strangers among hardscrabble lands in the Middle East during the '90s (Baluchistan, Pakistan, Türkiye, Israel, and Egypt). You'll be mesmerized.
David is also leading a couple of essential workshops with Charles Pearce about all things tires and general motorcycle maintenance. What's the point of adventure if your steed isn't getting the TLC it deserves?
Sam Manicom turns the reality of adventures in Vietnam into the stuff of travel fantasy with a look into its phenomenal history and time-defying beauty. Sam also brings the fantasy of getting published into practical reality with "a bunch of ideas that will help you to produce great articles" that can attract magazines' interest in publishing them.
Shall I go on? 
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#HUVirginia 2024 Presenter: MARC CHARTRAND (Trans-Quebec Trail)
Marc Chartrand is hailing all adventure motorcycle enthusiasts! Brace yourself for the Trans-Quebec Trail, a 5000-mile adventure route north of the 49th parallel. Discover some of Quebec's awe-inspiring wilderness and its hidden gems as you explore diverse terrain, from remote forests to majestic mountains to stunning maritime views.
Marc is the Project Manager of the Trans Quebec Trail efforts and the Regional Ambassador for the Basses-Laurentides Montérégie area.
P.S. Not to be confused with the upcoming inaugural HU Quebec, 17-19 May, 2024 in Lachute, Quebec, Canada (in partnership with La Classique Motofest and RideAdventure.ca)! Yes, we have a fresh HU 4 U this year. 
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#HUVirginia 2024 Presenters: AMY and KEVIN EDWARDS (EVs 101)
Amy and Kevin Edwards bring you the amps and ohms of electric vehicles (EVs) 101, including motorcycles. Kevin was the first to complete the Trans-America Trail on a commuter electric motorcycle that was modified for faster charging. It became a shockingly suitable adventuring machine. The same trip is now doable with a stock electric ADV bike.
Let me guess. How and where did Kevin recharge the bike in remote areas? You're going to have to ask him... when you get to HU Virginia! We already know motorcycles are fuel-efficient dragons on wheels, but what are your thoughts about going gasless? Worth it? Doable? Adventurable?
Sign up today and enjoy this fabulous weekend with friends.
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More event info here:
https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/events/virginia-2024
(Last day for advance online registration is 18 April. Full price upon arrival after that.)
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#HUVirginia 2024 Presenter: MOLLY HARRISON (Riding solo through Mexico and Baja)
Molly Harrison knows road-tripping through Mexico is easier, closer, cheaper, and more fun than you think. She gives a tiny glimpse of our amazing neighbor to the south- and celebrates the trials and trails, the food and drinks, the warmth and magic of solo travel. She'll give some fun intel on the Baja 1000, as well as the Baja ferry between Mexico and La Frontera. Be warned, you'll be planning your ride to Mexico soon!
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Get more event info here:
https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/events/virginia-2024
(Last day for advance online registration is 18 April. Full price upon arrival after that.)
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#HUVirginia Presenter: ALEX REPONEN (The Spy Who Loved to Bake)
Alex Reponen is a motobaker who combines his passions for baking and motorcycle travel. The delicious art and science of baking will be on display (and possibly a tasting) at the event. Check out his rugged vs. upscale set-ups for baking while on the road... a full frontal, so to speak, of his adventure oven which has baked some yummy things at the event last year. There are a few give-aways if you're seriously inspired to become an ADV foodie.
Ok, folks, it's Friday evening here in beautiful BC which is the home of HU. Head over to the HU Virginia web page for the FULL presenter listing, 'kay? Cheers and get out there this weekend!
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https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/events/virginia-2024
(Last day for advance online registration is 18 April. Full price upon arrival after that.)
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Daily schedule?
Grant, Steve et al. When and where should we expect to see the daily schedule of presentations? Last year I arrived to learn I was on 30mins after arriving, and would loooove just a touch more advance notice if possible! Looking forward to it! Thanks all!
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Originally Posted by Jim Nazium
Hi, are any of the rides on Friday or Saturday off-pavement? I'm riding down from the DC area and trying to decide which bike to bring (1250RT or 1200GS).
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Hi Jim!
There will be off-road training on Friday and on Saturday by Tom Asher with off-road rides as part of the training. The training requires additional registration (see the HU VA web page for the details), and we do have a few spots left.
If you don't want to do the training, there are ample trails throughout the state forest where the 4-H camp is located. There won't be led rides, but you can certainly find some dirt -)
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Welcome! We look forward to having you with us!
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Originally Posted by Phoeff99
Grant, Steve et al. When and where should we expect to see the daily schedule of presentations? Last year I arrived to learn I was on 30mins after arriving, and would loooove just a touch more advance notice if possible! Looking forward to it! Thanks all!
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Hi Alex!
We're finalizing the schedule now and should have it posted within a few days. We've got you tentatively set for Friday morning at 11 am and Saturday afternoon at 3:30 pm in the pavilion. How's that sound?
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That’s super helpful Steve, thanks so much! Looking forward to seeing everyone again!
Alex
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Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...
2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.
"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)
Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.
Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.
Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!
What others say about HU...
"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia
"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK
"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia
"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA
"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada
"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa
"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia
"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany
Lots more comments here!
Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook
"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.
Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!
New to Horizons Unlimited?
New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!
Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.
Read more about Grant & Susan's story
Membership - help keep us going!
Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.
You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.
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helps answer the question - Why Go? Inspirational stories by veteran travellers Greg Frazier (5 times RTW), Peter and Kay Forwood (193 countries), Tiffany Coates (Mongolia Mayhem) and Rene Cormier (University of Gravel Roads).
Get Ready! covers planning, paperwork, medical and many other topics! "Inspirational and Awesome!" See the trailer here!
What stuff do I need - riding gear, clothing, camping gear, first aid kit, tires, maps and GPS? What don't I need? How do I pack it all in? Lots of opinions from over 150 travellers!
break down language barriers, overcome culture shock, ship the bike and deal with breakdowns and emergencies."Just makes me want to pack up and go!" See the trailer here!
Grant demystifies the black art of Tire Changing and Repair to help you STAY on the road! "Very informative and practical." See the trailer here!
Ladies on the Loose! For the first time ever, a motorcycle travel DVD made for women, by women! These intrepid women share their tips to help you plan your own motorcycle adventure. They also answer the women-only questions, and entertain you with amazing tales from the road! Presented by Lois Pryce, veteran solo traveller through South America and Africa and author of 'Lois on the Loose', and 'Red Tape and White Knuckles.'
Cotton or synth sweat-wicking t-shirts with the cool Horizons Unlimited graphic on the front and a snappy slogan (changing every year) on the back.
Show your route on your panniers. Great conversation starter when you meet people on the road!
Motorcycle and travel books to inspire and inform you!
The definitive guide to planning your motorcycle adventure! This insanely ambitious 2-year project has produced an informative and entertaining 5-part, 18 hour video series. "The ultimate round the world rider's how-to!" MCN UK.
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