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The poet George Herbert once wrote that “Every mile is two in the winter.” If you’ve gone riding in cold weather without good gear, we’ll wager you’ve got a pretty firm understanding of what he’s getting at there. 

Of course ol’ George was born long before the dawn of our beloved two-wheeled travel, and even longer before the invention of one of motorcycling’s guiltiest pleasures: The heated motorcycle glove. 

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Roughing it on two wheels but still looking for a good night’s sleep? Here’s our fast-and-dirty list of go-to motorcycle camping gear that we’ve put to work all around the world. 

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Top shelf vs bottom dollar: We compare the most expensive adventure motorcycle jackets from the most popular brands to their budget-friendly counterparts to figure out how much a good jacket is really worth. 

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The time has come for your epic WABDR adventure! You’re about to dive into some of the best backcountry riding the Pacific Northwest has to offer. But fair warning—this isn’t a ride for the faint-hearted. The Washington Backcountry Discovery Route (WABDR) will push you to your limits, and then some.

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Adding a Bluetooth com to your dual sport loadout is an absolute game changer. 

Wondering if your buddy made it through that gnarly rock section? Just ask him. Want to know if the coast is clear around the next turn? Phone a friend up ahead. Need to get in the zone before you try that nasty hillclimb? Put some Miley Cyrus on and crank that volume to 11. 

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Nothing kills a great day of riding like a soaking wet pair of socks. Wet feet make cold days colder, hot days stickier, and they'll also leave your boots with the kind of stink you can't scrub off with steel wool.

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Say what you will about modular motorcycle helmets, but there's no denying the convenience and versatility of a lid that's three-quarters when you want it, but full-faced when you need it. Modular helmets have a loyal following, and it's easy to see why.

The first electric adventure motorcycles have finally hit the market, but are these battery-powered touring machines the real deal, or ADVs in name only? 

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Chances are you've got a few things worth protecting between your waist and your ankles: Save your skin and whatever else with a proper pair of adventure motorcycle pants. 

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Adventure motorcycle tires are always a hotly debated issue. 

There are endless pages of forums, YouTube comment sections, and articles debating the merits of what sort of tire is best for different riders on different bikes. Don’t even get me started on tire pressures.