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Triumph Tiger 1050 – Test Ride and Review

Posted on June 7, 2011 by cesardagord

I wanted to test the Tiger 800, but since the dealer had this bike available… why not try it? When sitting on it the first impression you gather is from the ergonomics of the bike. Seat, handlebars, pegs: it is … Continue reading →

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Death Valley, March 2011

Posted on May 27, 2011 by cesardagord

After so many motorcycle reviews and ride reports from Death Valley, I had to go try it myself.  And I was not disappointed.  In fact, I realize that words, photos and videos never capture it the way it deserves to … Continue reading →

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My daily commute to work (part 2)

Posted on April 18, 2011 by cesardagord

Crossing the bridge, while in the winter when it gets dark early, sometimes I get to see the sunset. After I cross the bridge, I start going west, towards the sun. In the Summer, at this time of the day … Continue reading →

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My daily commute to work

Posted on March 2, 2011 by cesardagord

This post is written in memory of my cousin Eduardo D’Agord Schaan. Eduardo was an avid cyclist who once rode from Seattle, WA, to Washington, DC.  For a cause.  Somewhere in the 1990’S Eduardo applied to the Bike-Aid chapter of … Continue reading →

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Canon PowerShot S95

Posted on February 24, 2011 by cesardagord

There are few cameras that meet my most important criteria: be small enough to fit in a pants’ pocket, and still take reasonable shots.  I came across a few positive reviews of the Canon S95, I took a closer look … Continue reading →

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MTS1200, XT1200Z, R1200GS

Posted on February 23, 2011 by cesardagord

Of these three bikes I tested the 2010 Ducati Multistrada (MTS1200) and the 2010 BMW (R1200GS).  I haven’t tested the Yamaha Super Tenere (XT1200Z) yet.  But I’ve read its many reviews, and it seems like a great motorcycle by all … Continue reading →

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An Enduro from Husqvarna in 2012?

Posted on February 20, 2011 by cesardagord

If rumors are to be believed, Husqvarna, the recently acquired brand by BMW, is going to use the F800GS’s Rotax motor to develop a set of four new motorcycles. I’ve heard about the development of a longer stroke of the … Continue reading →

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Point-and-Shoot Photography Bliss

Posted on February 19, 2011 by cesardagord

One of the most important qualities for a camera, I’ve discovered through the years, are its size, portability, and its ruggedness.  Fitting in a pocket is the ideal size for cameras, for what I want to use them. For having … Continue reading →

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A Winter Ride

Posted on February 6, 2011 by cesardagord

When it stops raining in Eugene for a few days in the middle of the Winter, I take advantage of it. I always keep the bikes ready for action! January offered a few opportunities this year. On my first two … Continue reading →

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World Rider in Eugene

Posted on February 5, 2011 by cesardagord

On February 3rd, 2011 I attended Allan Karl’s presentation of his world travels on motorcycle at the European Motorcycles of Western Oregon. In general I admire all world adventure people. I admire their courage.  Especially their  courage to leave things … Continue reading →

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