Biking - Hiking/Camping/Fishing Similarities

[Dr. Dolittle]

I was walking around in one of the mega-outdoor stores the other day (pretty sure it was a Bass Pro Shop), just killing a couple hours with no intention of buying anything. After a short while, it dawned on me how many similarities there are in the gear needed for all these activities. Both motorcycling and camping/hiking put a premium on small, lightweight, and functional items. Tiny, lightweight tents and sleeping bags work great for both. Motorcycling and fishing both occasionally require you to don something light yet waterproof - outerwear or gloves. Prices in this place were amazing! Waterproof gloves for $25. On a recent visit to a HD dealer they showed me their Gore Tex waterproof gloves for around $60. One man, super light tent for $30. Frogg Togg rain suits starting at $40.

Long story short, I may be putting a bunch of stuff from this store on my Christmas list.

 

[R. Lewis]

only difference ----- the less expensive/just as practical items DON'T have the HD logo/bars on them!!!!!!

 

[Davidw2415]

only difference ----- the less expensive/just as practical items DON'T have the HD logo/bars on them!!!!!!

A freind of mine thinks if something doesn't have an HD on it's not as good.
But he also thinks a cup of coffee isn't any good unless it costs 3 or 4 bucks.
I think he's a knucklehead.

 

[Dr. Dolittle]

only difference ----- the less expensive/just as practical items DON'T have the HD logo/bars on them!!!!!!

Well, if that's the ONLY difference, I think I know where I'll be doing a lot of my shopping for stuff that doesn't actually bolt onto the bike.

 

[Clint]

My leathers say 'Langlitz'

My boots say 'Wesco'

My knives say 'Benchmade'

My guns say 'Colt'

And by BIKE says Harley.

I'm putting a tent and sleeping bags together for next years rides. Compact/packability and quality being my main concern. I'll also need a packable fly rod!

 

[NEWHD74FAN]

My leathers say 'Langlitz'

My boots say 'Wesco'

My knives say 'Benchmade'

My guns say 'Colt'

And by BIKE says Harley.

I'm putting a tent and sleeping bags together for next years rides. Compact/packability and quality being my main concern. I'll also need a packable fly rod!

Leathers = Hein Gericke :s

Knives = Browning , Victronox , Harley? :small3d031:

Guns = yes to both the 2nd & 5th Amendments (election year) :42:

Bike = HD primary & bolt on accessories
Metric = super sports & dirt :small3d015:

Camping gear (go to REI to sample; buy on Internet or support local retailer)

 

[Zamadan]

My leathers say 'Harley' due to negotiated 35% discount deal at time of bike purchase.
My boots say 'Harley' due to negotiated 35% discount deal at time of bike purchase.
My knives say 'Al Mar'
My guns say 'Colt and SW'
And my bike says Harley.
And my Fly Rod is a four piece Sage 5 weight.

We are getting a Pro Bass shop here in Calgary really soon. There goes more money.

 

[Clint]

And my Fly Rod is a four piece Sage 5 weight.

Do you pack that rod on your ride?

 

[Zamadan]

Do you pack that rod on your ride?

Yep, fits alongside on top of the saddle bag, the small round metal case it came with is only 2 ft long, waders boots and vest are in the bags. I use velcro straps to hold it on.