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Mark, Deany and I are on a long trip right now. We are currently in Grand Junction and heading for Washington state and British Colombia/ Alberta area. Not sure how long we will be gone. Will contac…

Replied Jul 27

Well, I think I am going to pass. I would guess that we would not be back early enough to make the plans my wife has set out for Friday night. Plus, although they should be here today, the engine gua…

Replied Jul 15

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Monticello? Not sure where that it. If that is Colorado, or it is a weekend thing, I have to pass. My wife rides with me on the weekends.... so ... no offense, but she probably is prettier than you.…

Replied Jul 14

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I got on NMRider some time ago when I bought my XR650. Unfortunately, I did not like the motorcycle and sold it. So I never took advantage of the group rides you guys have. However, I just bought…

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Revisiting my past as a motocrosser and desert racer.... like 35 years past. Just bought a cherry 07 XR650L with lots of goodies. Nov. 14, 2009

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Kern Borlin replied to Kern Borlin's discussion 'Retired Riders'

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Mark Richards replied to Kern Borlin's discussion 'Retired Riders'

I cannot go during the week, but I ride in the Jemez almost every weekend, and there are so many roads out there that it might take several years to learn them all. As far as strolling through the woods, you can go as fast or as slow as you want. Th…

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July 18

buggs replied to Kern Borlin's discussion 'Retired Riders'

Certainly, get ahold of me when you get back and we can do coffee?

July 15

Kern Borlin replied to Kern Borlin's discussion 'Retired Riders'

July 15

buggs replied to Kern Borlin's discussion 'Retired Riders'

Hahaha! Friday is not the weekend and Monticello is by Elephan Butte in MEW MEXICO, just north of Socorro. There are plenty rides to Monticello documented here on this site. The ride is not technical, just some water crossing, anyhow, I will…

July 14

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July 14

buggs replied to Kern Borlin's discussion 'Retired Riders'

Want to ride Monticello this Friday? I am thinking about trailering to Monticello and riding the box.

July 14

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Retired Riders

I got on NMRider some time ago when I bought my XR650. Unfortunately, I did not like the motorcycle and sold it. So I never took advantage of the group rides you guys have. However, I just bought an '06 DRZ400 which I completely love. Now I hav…

July 13

Kern Borlin replied to Kern Borlin's discussion 'New Member in Rio Rancho'

Thanks Buggs, I look forward to it. Just crashed at the end of Southern, so waiting for Protective gear (protection suit) before I go crazy again. Nothing serious.... shoulder, elbow and hip bruises. But, hey, 3 out of 4 berm shots were pretty good.…

November 29, 2009

buggs replied to Kern Borlin's discussion 'New Member in Rio Rancho'

Welcome!!!! Hope you can join us in future rides here, in the AARP community!

November 29, 2009

Kern Borlin replied to Kern Borlin's discussion 'New Member in Rio Rancho'

Thanks for the welcome. And, the information about the ol' folks. Went out to the sand dunes, at the end of southern, and found out just how heavy the XR really is. Buried it in a hill climb and felt all 340+ pounds of it as I picked it up and back…

November 20, 2009

WildTurkey replied to Kern Borlin's discussion 'New Member in Rio Rancho'

Kern, welcome! There is definitely an AARP contingent, so have no fear, you'll fit in fine. Cheers, WT

November 20, 2009

NMTrailboss replied to Kern Borlin's discussion 'New Member in Rio Rancho'

Either Dunlop D606's or Pirilli MT21's are probably your best choices for a DOT legal tire for sand and primarily off road use. I've used both with good results and they work surprisingly well on pavement too. Just don't get the mileage of more stre…

November 15, 2009

Kern Borlin replied to Kern Borlin's discussion 'New Member in Rio Rancho'

Thanks Curtis. That was a fast reply, and I appreciate it. As you can tell from the post, I am an older guy (66) who still thinks he is 29. Presently I have Avon Distancias tires on the bike (came with them). Plan to go to Dunlop 606s, unless you ha…

November 15, 2009

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What you Ride

2006 Suzuki DRZ 400
2006 BMW R1200GS

Notable Rides you have completed

Alaska
Cassiar Hwy to Yukon
Ridden all lower 49 plus Alaska
Just got off 7,400 miler to Maine and Great Lakes

Dream Ride

Pyrenees of Spain
Copper Canyon of Mexico

Ocupation

LEO FED RETIRED

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At 10:34pm on July 18, 2010, buggs said…: It went well:

I had a blast, it was fun, I may have to do it again soon.

I am retired APD but I went back as a rehire, I am the SRO at Vallery HS

I have done Copper Canyon three times