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We all know 2020 was a strange year and it doesn't seem to be much different now that we are well into 2021. One difference is that I forgot to post this announcement. But if you read the recap of the 2020 SFO - the Hurricane Zeta experience then you know SFO 2021 is a go October 28th - 31st. ...

I used to post some long crap about all the details, not this year, we're gonna do the same damn thing.  After four years we've kinda figured it out so things ain't changing, just getting better.  If you need details just check out the SFO 2019 post.  Same Bat Time, Same Bat Channel - you know...

For those that don't want to read the entire thing --- I am providing a down and dirty executive summary. However, really y nothing has changed, so if you know the routine then just pluck out the necessary details. See y'all in OCTOBER! Executive Summary SFO will be held October 24th thru...

Mrs. Bandit and I have been talking and we're gonna do it again for the fourth time. Get your heads out of the gutter! We're going to host SFO again this year you perverts! We are looking at two possible dates - September 26-29 or October 24-27. With that said, there are pros and cons...

Does anyone have a Zumo 660 / 665 mount that they aren't using and willing to part with?

For those that don't want to read the entire thing --- I am providing a down and dirty executive summary Executive Summary SFO will be held September 27th thru 30th in Jemison, Alabama. We'll ride during the day and eat and socialize in the evening. Dinner will be served Thursday, Friday and...

I suppose it's time to start considering our plans for this year's SFO. We need to at least get our dates locked down so that those who have to bid for vacation or otherwise plan out their riding schedule for the season know what dates to pencil in. I would like to get this nailed down in the...

I suppose this counts as a ride report, even though I didn't have to ride anywhere. As many of you know, Mrs. Bandit and I hosted SFO 2017 for the second consecutive year at our getaway place in the countryside near Jemison, Alabama. For those that aren't aware, I'll give you a brief...

Back by popular demand, we'll hold SFO in ALABAMA again this year. As many learned last year, there is actually some decent riding around the state of Alabama. While certainly not on par with the Ozarks or the Smokies, there are areas with some nice elevation changes, sweepers and even a few...

****Edit**** And the winner is....... Jemison, AL (essentially the same set up as last year - camp at my place and hotel at Clanton Inn, BBQ dinner, shrimp boil, live music, etc....) Oct. 26th thru October 29th - this is the same weekend as last year. Although it was a little warm for our...

Last night I pulled into my garage returning from a 650 mile, two day ride to Stockton, Alabama where I attended the Last Ride of the Year at the Stagecoach Cafe. Just 38 hours prior I had pulled out of that same garage on a brisk cool Alabama morning. The past two days had been filled with...

My buddy DeShan and I took a little 150 mile ride down to Selma, AL today and then rode over to the archaeological park that is the site of Alabama's first state capitol, Old Cahawba. There's nothing there now except the layout of the old streets and a few remnant foundations. But one can only...

I have had this bike for sale for a few months. I guess I just had it overpriced when I was in the $10K+ range... I've finally decided to get serious and get rid of this bike. A couple of weeks ago I listed it on Cycle Trader at $9,900 and it has gotten a lot of interest and probably would...

******* IMPORTANT ******* CHANGE IN HOTEL FOR SFO If you plan on staying at a hotel for SFO please read the following!!! I am changing the hotel recommendation to the Inn of Clanton. Inn of Clanton 946 Lake Mitchell Road Clanton, AL 35045 205-755-7829 I 65 - Exit 208 I stopped in today at...

El Durango Cinco - May 2016 The motley crew you see above assembled in Durango, CO back at the end of May 2016 for a few days to terrorize the good citizens of New Mexico and Colorado. While this story recaps some of the fun and frivolity of the adventure, the names have been changed to...

This is a ride report that really never was intended to be. I actually grabbed my camera on the way out the door as a last minute thought that, hey, be prepared, you never know. This ride report has it's roots in a ride report that has yet to be written. WTF you say? Well, I am referring to...

Traditions, Legends and Milestones A celebration of the love of family, the love of our country and the love of my FJR! The picture above was taken two weeks ago tonight on July 4th. From left to right are my wife, Mrs. Bandit, Uncle George, Aunt Clack and myself. Four years ago my wife...

UPDATED with attendees list- current as of 10/17/16 Yep, you read it right, ALABAMA! Everyone loves to ride the Ozarks, but some folks wanted a little change of scenery this year. There was even a bit of animosity that we've never done an FJR rally in Alabama. Shocking I know, but believe...

This might be considered a NEPRT, but is a question often asked by potential V-strom owners, even current owners of one or the other, Wee (650) or Vee (1000). Countless articles and opinion pieces have been written on the topic "Wee or Vee" and I don't really have a lot to add to what those...

I bought this bike from the same guy I bought my FJR from seven years ago. With 94,000 miles on my FJR I thought this might be my replacement at some point in the future. But with the FJR and two VStroms now in the stable I just don't have room for this bike. However, I have to say it's an...