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Here you have it: http://expeditionportal.com/trail-tested-2016-honda-africa-twin/

Oh man...volumes of books have been written to answer that question. It totally depends on your objectives. Physical adaptations (fitness) is all about stress and rest. The type of stresses you place on your body determine the level of rest required for those adaptations to be "absorbed." They...

Well, you did a bang up job with it! I assume it won't be long before it gets the same treatment you gave the new 2017 Element?

This has been a hoot to ride. The more I ride it the more I dig it. http://expeditionportal.com/trail-tested-rocky-mountain-instinct-bc-edition/

I think my review echoes what many of you have said thus far, but here it is: http://expeditionportal.com/field-tested-jetboil-genesis-base-camp-system/ We're 10 days into an 18 day camping trip and the Genesis continues to be a great system. The non-stick pan ROCKS. One of the best camp...

I'd wager that during my decade as a mechanic, a solid third of my work was correcting "repairs" done by home mechanics. There's a joke in the bike industry that the home mechanic is the best thing to ever happen to the pro mechanic. LOL

I mention the 26 inch wheel as being dead because that is largely what crushes older 26-inch wheeled bike prices. Although bikes are easy to work on, they do demand a full understanding of the nuance of bike mechanics. The tiniest things make a huge difference. As an example, just cutting...

I don't know if this will be of any use, but you might give it a read. I did my best to be as objective as possible. http://expeditionportal.com/head-to-head-hard-shell-vs-soft-shell-roof-top-tents/ What I like most about my RTT is the ability to camp on any surface. That to me is the single...

That is an understandable complaint. We use a Big Agnes Big House 6 tent from time to time. I can stand and even walk around in it. It's like a circus tent. But, I can pitch it by myself in just a few minutes.

I don't think so. I use both, definitely see the advantages to each types of shelters, but the overall comfort is a wash to me. In fact, I find there are more pad options that offer greater ground comfort than the mattresses in most RTTs. I don't think one style has a clear advantage overall...

The value of used bikes is highly variable. Consider the cost of the following pieces should they need to be replaced: Tires - $75 pair Chain - $40 Cassette - $75 Brake Pads - $50 Shift cables/housing - $50 Labor to install all of the above and tune the bike - easily $150. So, a $500 bike, or...

I spent several weeks going back and forth between these two tents during my testing phase. The Discovery Space is very easy to close, partly because the front half is already lower to the bottom half and easier to wiggle into position to mate with the latches. One thing to consider - When...

And again, the Autohome Columbus we tested over the span of a year was the easiest - by far - to open and close. One buckle to unlatch and boom, it's up. Closing it was actually easier than the cranked Magiolina Extreme, albeit just slightly. You still have to mind the fabric while compressing...

Considering the fact it costs tens of thousands of dollars to produce just one mold for a rotomolded case, I don't see custom sizes as being an option.

We're petty excited about this new development. As you may or may not know, we have partnered with HEMA to help map many of the iconic overland routes in North America. Chris Cordes is our man on the ground piloting that project with HEMA's guidance. It's been a huge undertaking. Let me know...

This came up frequently during my extensive test of hard shell tents for my Overland Journal review. Gas struts greatly simplify set up, but do complicate packing the tent away. You have to overcome the force of the struts - obviously - which can be a struggle depending on the tent and the user...

I'm a fan of the box. I've used bags many times and they're a pain to use. They're fine for long hauls where you don't need to access your stuff very often but boxes has the advantage edge. They're more aero which makes them more efficient and quiet. They're easy access, most have one single...

I know for a fact your rig will not be appropriate for the Mineral Creek access point to Engineer Pass, and going up Engineer from that side will be difficult, and also go counter to the common direction of the Alpine Loop. I'd say if you want to see the Loop, just do the whole thing. It's...

That is critical. I often read works from writers in a wide range of genres. Anthony Bourdain is my favorite, and possibly the best writer of our generation, regardless of whether or not you like his barbed wit and heavy snark. The guy is a literary savant. I have been lucky to travel with...