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Offline fatmatt650

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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #25 on: August 23, 2011, 04:40:19 PM »
The legendary Reedsport, OR park.

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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #26 on: August 23, 2011, 05:38:42 PM »
Quote from: fatmatt650 on August 23, 2011, 04:25:14 PM
Quote from: mrbreeze on August 23, 2011, 09:54:12 AM
Wow Matt......ya really put some miles down dude!!! Still gotta do it all over again but I know you got it in you to make it happen. Tell me you got a 530 chain & new sprockets before you left!!!! ;D ;D ;D
Haha! Nope! Still rollin' the same chain we got in Nevada and those tired old sprockets!

Now I'm really impressed. ;D
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #27 on: August 23, 2011, 06:00:27 PM »
Awesome, Matt. That takes some gumption. All I can say is "someday, someday."
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #28 on: August 23, 2011, 06:17:44 PM »
Nice setup! I'm curious what YOU took with you. I'm interested in your pack. What you decided to bring and what you left behind. What you brought that you didn't use and vise versa. I'm looking at my first long trip and am picking brains.
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #29 on: August 23, 2011, 06:23:59 PM »
cross country skate trip on a 750f.  Maybe I should ride back with you.
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #30 on: August 23, 2011, 08:34:26 PM »
Quote from: Pecantree on August 23, 2011, 06:17:44 PM
Nice setup! I'm curious what YOU took with you. I'm interested in your pack. What you decided to bring and what you left behind. What you brought that you didn't use and vise versa. I'm looking at my first long trip and am picking brains.

This is a pretty complete list. I used the stock tool kit w/ minor additions. I definitely need a short phillips head though to remove carb float bowls w/o taking the whole set off. I'll explain that issue later.

Rain gear
luggage rack
charging system
saddle bags
tank bag
luggage rack
tent
tarp
sleeping pad
sleeping bag
stove
pot/pan/utensils  - actually bought a titanium folding spork!
flashlights
lighters
scarf
skateboard
pads/helmet
walkman
clothes -
sneakers
hat
thermals
tooth brush
toothpaste
deodorant
soap
razor
towel - bought a $30 microfiber full size towel that packs down the size of my fist
cargo net
tools / spares -
points/condenser
patch kit
oil
bulbs
fuses
zip ties
fuel line
spark plugs
duct tape
first aid
freezer bags
pain pills
superglue
cord
toilet paper
spare key
leatherman
chain oil
spray and wipes for bug removal
lock
book
camera
mini tripod
batteries
cellphone
charger
Install charging system on bike
pens
wallet/id/ins.
maps/campground guides
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #31 on: August 23, 2011, 09:17:02 PM »
Trip like that yo never forget!! Have a safe return home!!
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #32 on: August 24, 2011, 04:51:02 AM »
Very thorough list Matt - what charging system did you install on your bike and was this for your phone?

thanks
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #33 on: August 24, 2011, 05:50:48 AM »
Yeah, I mounted a cigarette lighter on top of the headlight bucket and used a converter to charge my phone and mp3 player.
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #34 on: August 24, 2011, 03:03:11 PM »
Since this isn't a skateboard forum I'll skip over the next few parks I stopped at but here's a shot on the Hood River that borders OR and WA. I HIGHLY recommend riding the WA side as it's practically zero traffic, much less wind and far more picturesque than the 6 lane highway on the OR side. I was able to hold it at 110+ mph for several minutes at a time on  some stretches.
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #35 on: August 24, 2011, 03:49:17 PM »
Waitsburg, Wa watering hole. Definitely stop here if you're on the 12. 32 oz. mason jars of there own brews to go. The least pretentious brew pub in the country. I especially enjoyed the porter.
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #36 on: August 24, 2011, 04:07:19 PM »
More camping -

The bus driver -


This thing seemed like great idea until I started to get about a third of the way up and it started rocking back and forth. VERY disconcerting. Lesson learned - be sure all full-pipes are SOLID before skating!
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #37 on: August 24, 2011, 06:05:15 PM »
Looks like a great ride, congrats.

Ive put about that many miles on my bike in the past month, but with no net gain... remained on the east coast the whole time. Its nice here though!
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #38 on: August 24, 2011, 06:46:07 PM »
Hey: Thanks for the list and keep the pictures coming. Sounds like you had a carb adventure too.
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #39 on: August 24, 2011, 07:27:34 PM »
This thread is epic. Thanks for sharing the pictures. That skatepark looks like a blast! Lost Coast and a Downtown Brown, yum.
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« Reply #40 on: August 24, 2011, 08:01:41 PM »
Wrong turn in Idaho took me to this spot. -



I popped out of the bowl and this little guy gave me a fist bump. Says he's gonna be be a professional skater one day. -
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #41 on: August 24, 2011, 08:16:31 PM »
I'd been looking forward to this stretch for a while -

This is rt. 12 through the Bitterroot national forest in Idaho. Everything i've read about says that it's a must ride road, one of the best in the country. I was actually a bit disappointed. It's a beautiful ride and a pretty nice road but not nearly as twisty as I was expecting. Wide open sweeping curves and a whole bunch Harleys waddling along.
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #42 on: August 25, 2011, 02:09:52 AM »
Quote from: fatmatt650 on August 24, 2011, 08:16:31 PM
I'd been looking forward to this stretch for a while -
This is rt. 12 through the Bitterroot national forest in Idaho. Everything i've read about says that it's a must ride road, one of the best in the country. I was actually a bit disappointed. It's a beautiful ride and a pretty nice road but not nearly as twisty as I was expecting. Wide open sweeping curves and a whole bunch Harleys waddling along.

That is a fair assessment.  Next time try Hwy 75 between Challis and Stanley.  Probably has more of what you are looking for.
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #43 on: August 25, 2011, 06:21:13 AM »
Thanks, I'll try that on my way home.
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #44 on: August 25, 2011, 06:27:29 AM »
Still watching Matt -
Yeah I bet that was a wrong turn to find those parks... your secret is safe with me.....

Keep 'em coming
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #45 on: August 25, 2011, 06:49:18 AM »
I wish I could be on this trip with you! I've been trying to get my skate friends to do something like this, but none of them want to ride that far. When do you think you'll be heading back? Do you plan on going anywhere near AR on your way?
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« Reply #46 on: August 25, 2011, 06:51:08 AM »
Envious in Illinois.  I dont have the balls to ever do anything besides day trips.  Props dude, looks like fun, and nice F model!
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« Reply #47 on: August 25, 2011, 01:04:59 PM »
The pot of gold at the end of the Rt. 12 rainbow, Missoula, MT, one of the best parks in the country. -


...and more camping. -
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« Reply #48 on: August 25, 2011, 01:10:33 PM »
Pulled over for some pics after the only rain of the trip. I'd only had the rain gear on for about 20 minutes when it blew over. -


I'd never cheat on my girlfriend but when two cuties on a Harley roll up and ask if you need help w/ anything a guy can't help but think of a few things. I had camera in hand and didn't even think to snap a picture until they were rolling away.
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Re: Cross Country on a 750F!
« Reply #49 on: August 25, 2011, 01:24:53 PM »
Outside of Alpine, WY. We met up w/ a friend who lives there and has a raft and 2 trucks. We went for a refreshing run down the Snake River between Jackson and Alpine. Made for a great break in the ride, home cooked meals, showers, laundry, comfy couch, etc. -

And just happened to have a new park in town just a couple blocks from his house. -

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