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We trade bike-season reality checks, garage fixes, and a brutally honest Cove 450 first ride that proves why “race bike” can be the wrong tool on public roads. Then we get three sharp perspectives on living bigger through motorcycles: Teapot One’s GSXR lap of the world, Brett Tkacs’s rider-first bike selection advice, and David Goldman’s Motorcycle Portraits exhibit with audio stories. 

• Beer check and spring riding conditions across Victoria and Sweden 
• RECCO reflectors explained and why tariffs sting 
• T7 garage upgrades and why weight aloft matters 
• Cove 450 Rally street drawbacks, from mousse tyres to harsh mapping 
•Helmet venting problems and cold-weather visibility fixes 
• VW Buzz EV road trip tips, charging strategy, and ferry comfort 
• TeapotOne on riding 54 countries on a GSXR and raising £15,000 for charity 
• African realities, corruption, risk assessment, and why attitude changes outcomes 
• Bret Tkacs on choosing an adventure bike for a coast-to-coast ADV rally 
• Self-sufficiency baseline, bike recovery, fatigue management, and energy conservation 
• Why bolt-on protection can ruin a small bike’s advantages 
• David Goldman on Motorcycle Portraits, audio interviews and the Montreal show 
• Shipping a motorcycle by air, costs, stress points, and what to expect 
• ADV Cannonball updates, practice tokens, Mile Crusher class, and Baja insurance notes 

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We chase a simple question that gets complicated fast: what actually keeps you riding when a normal-looking road turns greasy and you go down. 

Between MC culture hot takes, rally housekeeping, and two brutal crash stories, we come away with practical lessons on gear, rescue planning, and humility.  
 

• A cautionary tale about dogs and discarded cannabis roaches in public areas  
• Robert’s speeding-ticket paperwork update and why it’s safe to return to the US  
• Finisher medal upgrades and a tribute to Trans-America Trail founder Sam Correro  
• A straight-shooting clip on Harley attitude, sport bike respect, and the wave  
• Riding gear talk on boots, pants, and what armour can and cannot do  
• Chad Werner on Motorcycle Relief Project support, Whale And Wayne Weekend growth, and riding all 10 BDRs  
• Chad’s Alaska crash on slick road treatment and a Black Hawk evacuation  
• Andy Man Cam’s Spain crash on the TET and a severe spiral fracture from a foot dab  
• Why your phone and Garmin inReach belong on your body, not the bike  
• a clear breakdown of lower-leg protection options, from pads to full knee braces  
• ADV Cannonball Rally soft parc fermé rule tweak to close a scoring loophole  

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🎙️ The boys crack open some craft IPAs 🍻 and dive into another wide-ranging episode of motorcycle-adjacent chaos. Aaron celebrates a fleeting #1 Amazon ranking for his book Chasing Legends, shares an update on his flooded apartment saga (spoiler: it got worse), and reveals his motorcycle has arrived safely in London, shipped for £1,500 all-in. Taylor's 16-year-old son takes second place at a Swedish battle of the bands, proving the Lawson legacy of "number two" runs deep.

Featured Interview: Adam Lewis – Ride Through Japan
The heart of this episode is a fantastic conversation with Adam Lewis, creator of the YouTube series Project 47. Born in Tennessee, raised in Australia, and a 26-year resident of Japan, Adam is solo moto-camping his way through all 47 Japanese prefectures, filming stunning rural roads, connecting with locals in fluent conversational Japanese, and telling Japan's story in a way even Japanese viewers are celebrating. He shares how his wife's cancer battle inspired a "life is now" philosophy, his upcoming six-month ride to finish the remaining 35 prefectures on a loaned Harley Pan America, and why the best of Japan is found on the forgotten mountain roads far from the tourist crowds.

Also in this episode:

• Real estate disclosure horror stories (buyer beware!)
• Sound surveillance cameras in London
• Shipping tires as checked luggage experiments
• Aaron's Ride Out: Back of the Dragon
• New rally signups for 2026 Americas & 2027 Europe
• Next episode preview: Riding gear deep-dive + AndyMan Cam's accident debrief

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In this episode of the ADV Cannonball Podcast, the conversation kicks off with a wildly improbable real estate saga that ends in a perfectly timed disaster and a very lucky escape. From there, the talk flows naturally into motorcycles, gear, and the realities of adventure riding, including jackets, boots, helmets, navigation tech, and what actually works when conditions turn ugly.

The episode builds toward a feature interview with Kerry Lebel, who rode all the way to the Arctic Ocean, sharing first-hand insight into fuel planning, weather extremes, camping in remote regions, wildlife encounters, and lessons learned the hard way. Equal parts storytelling, practical advice, and unapologetic rambling, this episode delivers the kind of experience-based wisdom and humor that defines life on two wheels.

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Host Taylor Lawson and co-host Aaron Pufal kick back for a casual crew episode covering cannonball rally updates, book news, beer reviews, and plenty of laughs.

🍺 Beers of the Episode: Backcountry Brewing Trailbreaker Hazy Pale Ale & Stigberget Albatross NEIPA (7%)

Topics Covered:

• Podcast Rankings: The show is teetering on dropping to #3 in world adventure motorcycling podcasts — listeners, hit that share button!
• Chasing Legends on the Podcast Trail – Aaron's book update: print and ebook versions ~15 days out. Audiobook narrated by a Tennessee voice actor performing unique accents for each subject — expected mid-April. Taylor performs a live reading of his foreword, revealing the thread connecting legends like Ted Simon, Sam Manacom, and Claudio von Planta — many of whom ended up in jail on their journeys.
• Rally App Updates: Improved GPS tracker with age-of-fix indicators (red/yellow/gray), clickable rider dots showing name and number, and a public leaderboard for competitor strategy. Pro tip: Use an iPhone with MagSafe charging for the most stable experience.
• New Signups: Bush from Pembroke Pines, FL (T7) for 2026 Americas; Michael Waller from Draper, VA (BMW 1200R) riding for Stop Soldier Suicide; Thomas Jørgensen and René Bo from Team Vikings with GPS (Denmark) for 2027 Europe.
• 2027 Americas Route Tease: Cabo → Baja → Arizona (with Sterling Noreen's Bisbee routes) → Texas coast.
• Rideout: The Jonquil Motel in Bisbee, AZ — owned by Sterling Noreen, a hub for ADV riding with annual rallies and legendary off-road routes.
• Upcoming Episodes: Carrie's Arctic Ocean ride debrief, plus interviews with Adam (Ride Through Japan), Bruce (Teapot One), Eagle on the Road, and the legendary Stewie MK — currently riding home from the Africa Eco Race through Mauritania and Morocco.
• Kove 450 Talk & Alibaba discovery — factory-direct bikes for ~$3K and Aaron's custom build plans.
• Original Music: Aaron debuts "Cheap .38," a blues murder ballad.

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In this interview, we sit down with author and motorcycle enthusiast Ted Kettler, who recently penned the book The Road Most Traveled. Ted is a lifelong rider, host of the long-running "Motorcycle Men" podcast, and someone who’s no stranger to epic journeys on two wheels. His latest adventure takes readers along for his ride from New Jersey to the Florida Keys, offering a candid and humorous look at the highs, lows, and life lessons learned while riding one of America’s busiest highways on a 2003 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic.

In our chat, Ted talks about what inspired the trip, what it took to prepare the bike, the surprises and challenges along the route, and why riding a motorcycle changes everything about the travel experience. He also shares tips for new riders thinking about their own long-distance adventures, insight into the writing process, and even a preview of his upcoming book about riding to the legendary Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Whether you’re an avid rider itching for some inspiration or someone with a love for the open road, this conversation is full of relatable stories, valuable advice, and the spirit of motorcycling.

After the interview we talk about the soft launch of the 2027 European ADV Cannonball Rally.

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Host Taylor Lawson joins co-host Aaron Pufal for rally updates, field notes from a Swedish motorcycle show, and a special interview with Mercedes from Crankshaft Culture on her trip to the Dakar Rally.

🍺 Drinks: Ölön Double IPA & Seattle morning coffee

Topics Covered:

• Motorcycle Mässen Field Notes: Taylor camped in sub-zero temps at the Jönköping motorcycle exhibition (35,000 attendees). He caught up with Robert Bollinger, who shared details on his upcoming Pakistan Himalaya ride on CF Moto 450s and confirmed plans for the 2027 Europe ADV Cannonball. Robert's 2025 Cannonball video has hit 170K+ views and is driving serious interest in the rally.
• Mercedes at Dakar: Crankshaft Culture's Mercedes shares her bucket-list trip covering Defender's maiden voyage in the revamped W2RC stock class. Three Defender D7XR teams competed — a Lithuanian driver took 1st, Americans Sarah Price & Sean Berriman grabbed 2nd, and 14-time champ Stéphane Peterhansel placed 4th. She breaks down the differences between amateur TSD rallying and professional rally raid, the massive Bivouac support operation, and Defender's three-year W2RC commitment with plans to bring race-proven tech back to production vehicles.
• New Rally Classes for 2026/2027: Two classes introduced — Pro Class ("Wing Nuts") for first-to-arrive competitors, and Mile Crusher Class for adventure-focused riders. This expands capacity and streamlines morning starts for larger fields.
• Kove 450 Partnership: Kove is partnering for 2026 Americas.
• 2027 Europe Route Preview: Backbone route published — Tarifa, Spain to Skagen, Denmark. 5,000km base with 1,000+ optional miles via checkpoints. Features beach riding, French farmland stages, and an awards banquet at a Danish hotel and casino. Sign-ups opening imminently.
• Book Update: Chasing Legends on the Podcast Trail headed to the typesetter — expected mid-February.
• Logistics: HaulBikes offering trailer service from the finish line. Discounted Hilton hotel rooms filling fast — book now.
• New Signups (Americas 2026): Drew (Gillette, WY – 1300 GSA), Kurt Frazi (Antonito, CO – 1200 GSA, Team Cincinnati), Hilo Mania (Atlanta, GA – Himalayan 450), Timothy Maynard (Huntley, IL – KTM 1290 SAS), and Axel (Frankfurt, Germany – wait list, 1250 GSA).

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Host Taylor Lawson and co-host Aaron Puffall crack open drinks for a wide-ranging cruise episode covering a major book announcement, GPS app upgrades, 2027 Europe rally planning, and the logistics of running a coast-to-coast motorcycle rally from a Sprinter van.

🍺 Drinks: Ölön Double IPA & a Dark and Stormy

• Book Announcement – Chasing Legends on the Podcast Trail: Aaron reveals his upcoming nonfiction book — a deep-dive companion to the podcast's legendary interviews. Each chapter revisits a guest (Ted Simon, Austin Vince, Charlie Boorman, Sam Manacom, and more), unpacking missed connections, linking common threads between subjects, and exploring stories left on the table.
• GPS Checkpoint Rally App Updates: Major improvements detailed — color-coded GPS fix age indicators (red/yellow/gray) for real-time rider tracking; strobe flash on checkpoint achievement; persistent screen-on when app is in foreground; improved token security for lost/replaced phones; current point standings on home screen; public leaderboard now shows individual checkpoint achievements with timestamps. 
• 2026 Americas Rally Planning: Taylor officially commits to attending the full rally, helping with check-in and daily podcasting from the support van. Plans include loading a bike in the Sprinter van for photography runs and rider interviews at checkpoints. Pacific Coast Highway has reopened 
• 2027 Europe Rally Preview: Day zero set for September 1, 2027 in Tarifa, Spain, finishing in Denmark. Aaron scouting awards banquet venues including a spot in Le Mans, France, plus a biker club after-party with camping.
• Kove 450 Partnership: Kove providing a 450 Rally for 2026. Aaron designing custom livery. Bike will travel in the support van for off-road checkpoint runs and photography.
• Aaron's Rideouts – UK Edition: New entries added, including Ace Cafe London, The Bike Shed, Caffeine and Machine, Baffle House, Super Sausage Cafeteria, Pen Y Garth Cafe, The Chequered Flag, Yonderman Cafe (Peak District), and Victoria Bikers Club. 
• Music: Aaron's original biker music now available on all streaming platforms — search "Aaron Pufal."
• New Signups (2026 Americas): Jeff from Westminster, MD (joining Team De 

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Chris's film about our trip to India HERE

This week's Ride Out motorcycle destination is Josie's Hideout Saloon - MAP HERE

Host Taylor Lawson and co-host Aaron Pufal ring in the new year with holiday recaps, a feature interview with Ed March of C90 Adventures, major route announcements, and a massive wave of new signups.

🍺 Drinks: Hashtag Deepa Double IPA & Shoots Brewing Co. (Oregon)

Interview – Ed March, C90 Adventures: The legendary YouTuber joins to discuss 125,000+ miles of global adventure on a six-horsepower Honda C90. Ed shares how Top Gear and Austin Vince inspired him, his unique filming style born from pretending he's on video calls with friends, and the 21-hour editing process behind each episode. He recounts winter riding through Canada and Alaska with girlfriend Rachel, camping at -40°, the viral India truck crash clip, and his engineering-driven pivot to ridiculous vehicles — including an amphibious mini Jeep, tank-track conversions, and 700-mile lawnmower adventures. His takeaway: humans are universally good, the motorcycle is more dangerous than any person, and kindness makes the best content.

Route Announcements:

• 2027 Europe: Tarifa, Spain → Skagen, Denmark. ~8 days with off-road through Spain, France & Danish beach riding.
• 2027 Americas: Cabo, Mexico → Texas coast via Baja. Convoy from Tijuana with sweep vehicle for Mexico. Baja 1000 routes included.

New Segment – Aaron's Rideouts: Josie's Hideout, San Diego — a legendary 1936 biker bar in the foothills. Permanent link in show notes updated weekly.

Rally News: 2026 Americas sold out at 70 entries; wait list open. PCH reroute if highway reopens 30 days prior. HaulBikes tractor trailer at finish. Rally jerseys available for participants. Master points standings published.

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More info on the 2025 Alcan 5000 Summer Rally in Andy's article on Gear Junky and OVR.

Host Taylor Lawson and co-host Aaron Pufal deliver a packed holiday episode featuring two Alcan 5000 Rally interviews, route announcements, app updates, and festive original music.

🍺 Drinks: Voodoo Ranger Imperial IPA & a dangerously large Dark and Stormy

🎵 Original Music: "Here Comes Farkle Claus" & "Death B4 DNF"

Interview – Andy & Mercedes (Crankshaft Culture) | Alcan 5000 Summer Rally: The husband-wife team took a bone-stock 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite to 1st in class (2S) and 2nd overall — using only a kitchen timer and kid's calculator in the Seat of Pants class. They discuss road conditions (worse in summer than winter), helping stranded travelers on the Dempster Highway, and tips for TSD newcomers: stay on route, don't stress the math, just have fun.

Interview – Martin Walker | Alcan 5000 on a BMW Airhead: Martin shares three rallies' worth of experience competing solo on a custom-built BMW airhead, including a crash on Blackwater Road, roadside repairs at a Harley shop, and the challenge of navigating TSD sections alone on a motorcycle. He won motorcycles in 2022 and has signed up for the 2026 summer rally to the Arctic Ocean.

Rally News & App Updates:

• GPS checkpoint rally app remains free for other organizers; now used by adventure meets, bicycle rallies, and even yacht clubs
• Token security bug fixed for lost/replaced phones
• Push messaging feature for real-time course changes
• Shout-out to Ingvar (Twin Pegs) — offered lodging in Norway and scout riding for 2027 Europe
• Mulholland Snake in California reopened after three years
• PCH reroute for 2026 Americas if highway opens 30 days prior
• HaulBikes tractor trailer at every Americas finish; Iron Man Turner offering shipping to start line
• Rally jerseys now available for registered participants

New Signups (2026 Americas)

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