tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post2957697746031944865..comments2023-12-08T00:30:31.874-08:00Comments on Trobairitz' Tablet: Sunday Ride to Triangle LakeTrobairitzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03453398807198746434noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-53655812328648782632011-11-23T10:54:11.622-08:002011-11-23T10:54:11.622-08:00@BeemerGirl - Problem is, I still had the layers o...@BeemerGirl - Problem is, I still had the layers on because I needed the rain liner. Although I didn't have the quilted liner in the jacket, I guess that helps. I remember Dr. Pepper. Used to be my drink of choice. When taking night classes 13 years ago I always had a can with me to drink during class. I used to say Dr. Pepper made you smart. Alas, I cut out all soda over 5 years ago. Just carbonated water now.Trobairitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03453398807198746434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-66421951290682682462011-11-23T09:32:39.331-08:002011-11-23T09:32:39.331-08:00Anything to keep you comfortable on the bike longe...Anything to keep you comfortable on the bike longer. And allows few layers. :)<br /><br />I hadn't even thought of bringing the stove along on a ride. But we rarely partake of coffee or tea, so it slips my mind. Oilburner usually opts for Dr. Pepper, even on those cold days. I will have to give it a thought as it forces a better breaking point than a gas station.<br /><br />Wonderful pictures! Great location. Loved the one Troubador snapped of you with reflections in the water.BeemerGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15239761274177026636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-23744840223707661752011-11-21T06:27:00.346-08:002011-11-21T06:27:00.346-08:00@Dar - You think if the women's Icon Reign boo...@Dar - You think if the women's Icon Reign boots were designed in Oregon I'd actually heard of them or could buy them locally. Ummmm no. <br /><br />I have the opposite calf trouble. Most boots are too large in the calf and slap, slap, slap back and forth when I walk. Very annoying. I may have to keep an eye out for the Icon ones, but my guess is I'll go with the Sidi. I like ordering from Revzilla because your first exchange is free. I don't even think you pay for postage and they have a good return policy. That is where I got my jacket. Good luck in your hunt for boots.Trobairitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03453398807198746434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-60811495015641877592011-11-20T15:11:27.810-08:002011-11-20T15:11:27.810-08:00Trobairitz. The Sidi Jasmine rain boots have bee...Trobairitz. The Sidi Jasmine rain boots have been recommended to me as well, but I can only get them on line too. I need o be able to try shoes on and I hate hassling with returns. I tried on the Women's Icon Reign boot, designed in Oregon, they were comfy but I had trouble getting the right one zipped, my calf muscle is very muscular and it would zip up all the way. They were really nice boots and I would have bought them.Dar https://www.blogger.com/profile/14690180541358767168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-22133450638556708802011-11-20T08:38:37.824-08:002011-11-20T08:38:37.824-08:00@ Dar - thanks for the kind word. I too enjoy how...@ Dar - thanks for the kind word. I too enjoy how we can follow along with other bloggers on their adventures. <br /><br />The Tourmaster items you bought sound pretty neat. It is nice to be able to zip out rain liners and quilted liners. That is the way my Rev'its are. I too learned the hard way not to buy cheap crap. Of course it takes a few of those purchases before you realize it. <br /><br />The boots that I wear are a Harley Davidson Melia boot. Here is a link to where I bought them online. They were $129 at the time. <br /><br /> http://www.altrec.com/harley-davidson/womens-melia-boot <br /><br />They are pretty true to size. I usually wear between 7.5 and an 8. I bought an 8 and they have served me well, but they aren't a cold weather boot, have leaked really bad in the cold rain and the leather has stretched a bit so I can only wear winter socks with them. My feet were pretty toasty this summer in them. My next boot will be the Sidi Jasmine Rain Boot. A little bit more money and a whle lot more boot. <br /><br />http://www.revzilla.com/product/sidi-womens-jasmine-rain-boots <br /><br />I like that fact that they are a vegan boot too which is important to us at this point in our lives. I only wish that our local shops would realize they need to carry some ladies riding boots. I hate having to buy them online but that is about our only option around here. When the shops carry women's boots they are usually only one style or brand. I posted this blog when looking for boots the last time. <br /><br /> http://trobairitztablet.blogspot.com/2010/04/quest-for-little-red-riding-boots.html <br /><br />And now you know I went ahead and chose the Melias. And once again I'm thinking of new boots but at least this time Sidi has the awesome Jasmines, the reviews for them are great. Good luck on your boot quest.<br /><br /><br />@Chris - The Jetboil is the perfect accompaniment to a late fall picnic in the rain. It seems a thermos these days doesn't keep liquids as hot as they did back in the day so we prefer to make tea fresh when stopped. I think a Jetboil is well worth the money.Trobairitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03453398807198746434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-71980864262852285012011-11-20T07:36:14.921-08:002011-11-20T07:36:14.921-08:00good on getting some heated gear. I love mine. goo...good on getting some heated gear. I love mine. good to see someone else using a jetboil mid ride to make tea ;)Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06606446271603142230noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-81392958980513355272011-11-19T19:37:19.153-08:002011-11-19T19:37:19.153-08:00Trobairitz
Wow is the only word that comes when ...Trobairitz<br /><br />Wow is the only word that comes when I look at your pictures! They are breathtakingly beautiful! The best thing about motobloggers is they share their love of adventure and their trips. through their pictures. Bravo!<br /><br /> I have just purchased a TourMaster ladies Transition jacket and Flex pants. I LOVE them! With the liners in I haven't been cold or wet. The jacket has lots of venting and tons of pockets! The pants are pretty amazing because you can zip out the rain liner, quilted liner and then zip off the front of the legs down to mesh for summer. The length is perfect and I am not having to roll them half way up my calf like the J.R. Ballistics I had, being short is the bain of my existence. Maybe one day I will get some heated stuff, but I am toasty warm. I have never been so happy about a jacket & pants, after my misery with the J.R. Stuff. I have learned a valuable lesson about gear, spend a little more and you will be happy, buy cheap & consider it crappy. <br /><br />What brand of boots do you own? Again I spent less and my feet are usually cold and wet if it rains, there isn't anything waterproof about them. I am desperately searching for a decent boot. Suggestions?Dar https://www.blogger.com/profile/14690180541358767168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-63161922191362713722011-11-18T20:16:58.915-08:002011-11-18T20:16:58.915-08:00Siren's call? More like call of duty.
Manly m...Siren's call? More like call of duty. <br />Manly man stuff.<br /><br />Toodles:)Troubadourhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10567767701065756330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-63218631716492429372011-11-18T18:42:57.546-08:002011-11-18T18:42:57.546-08:00@ Irondad - Is it crazy that I see nothing wrong w...@ Irondad - Is it crazy that I see nothing wrong with a picnic in November in the PNW? And yes, I'll be going to coffee solo. You working the range is like a Siren's call. It is a lure Troubadour cannot resist.<br /><br />@ Brady - I have gone soft compared to when we lived in British Columbia. Long walks in sub zero temperatures and snow were the norm. We walked around Montreal when it was -36 out. That wouldn't happen now. My former self would kick my soft butt now. Bummer you didn't get a real fall. I didn't realize with your temperature changes over there you missed it. Stay warm.Trobairitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03453398807198746434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-27791350470774226132011-11-18T00:45:26.515-08:002011-11-18T00:45:26.515-08:00As a native of Minnesota, I find this sort of thin...As a native of Minnesota, I find this sort of thing... soft. And I love it. There was once a time where I would have shrugged such gear off, but now, anything that keeps me on the road longer, or more comfortable (safer, so long as I'm not falling asleep) is welcome. I ride too much to think about what my hardened hometown folk would have to say.<br /><br />Lots of nice picture. Looks like an absolutely gorgeous ride and wonderful fall day. I miss a real fall. *Sigh* It just got cold here, I don't feel like I had a real fall experience this year, as we jumped from nice weather to cold. And now, I dress like you, a mummy in 12 layers to keep my temp up.<br /><br />Keep riding!<br /><br />Brady<br />Behind Bars - Motorcycles and Life<br />www.behindbarsmotorcycle.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03424120592303852860noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-24522380093554409232011-11-17T13:58:51.857-08:002011-11-17T13:58:51.857-08:00Only people like us ( hard core riders ) would eve...Only people like us ( hard core riders ) would even consider having a picnic by a lake....in November in the Northwest!<br /><br />Looks like you'll be riding to coffee by yourself on Saturday, again, eh? :)irondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-49020228405872565022011-11-16T19:05:24.754-08:002011-11-16T19:05:24.754-08:00@Bluekat - The jetfoil is a must for hot drinks on...@Bluekat - The jetfoil is a must for hot drinks on the ride. It is nice it packs so small and comes with it's own cup too. Resistance to heated gear is futile. I love to ride and enjoy being warm at the same time. Win win.Trobairitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03453398807198746434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-78518704451944867552011-11-16T19:02:37.282-08:002011-11-16T19:02:37.282-08:00@Richard - thank you. Soon all the leaves will be...@Richard - thank you. Soon all the leaves will be off the trees and it will look a bit more like Alaska, although we'll never have the mountains you do. I miss real mountains. These are more like hills. We know there is no town that starts with X so we either have to skip it or find a street or business that starts with it.<br /><br />@CircleBlue - thanks for the kind words about the photos. We have really been enjoying the Canon cameras. Aren't heated grips just the best. I just love them, they are great in combination with the hand guards too.<br /><br />@Sonja - Without some type of heated gear I couldn't ride much below 45F. I tried it last year and had to stop and warm my hands on the engine of the TU. Should have put my toes on it too. Compared to Calgary weather, Oregon is like living in the tropics. Snow was always pretty when I'd go visit my mom when she lived there. I don't know if I captured the mood of the west as well as you did your Portland photos, but thank you.Trobairitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03453398807198746434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-27270770980371192682011-11-16T18:44:48.482-08:002011-11-16T18:44:48.482-08:00Looks like a perfect Autumn ride and great photos ...Looks like a perfect Autumn ride and great photos for the day! Gotta love the jetboil. My thermos doesn't keep things warm enough for me. Much better to just heat things up fresh on the spot! <br /><br />Don't you love the heated jacket! It's a whole new world :) Funny the resistance to them. I was the same way and didn't have one my first two winters (or grips). Didn't want the fuss, didn't want to be wired to the bike... Now there is no turning back!Bluekathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13485258388887249275noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-24602116558736474512011-11-16T18:12:42.434-08:002011-11-16T18:12:42.434-08:00As much as I like to shop for new motorcycle gear,...As much as I like to shop for new motorcycle gear, I have never actually wanted heated gear. If it is getting too cold for riding, chances are there are ice and snow on the road, and if that's the case I won't be riding at all. The West coast weather is quite mild compared to Alberta fall and winter, hence I still feel fine in my Olympia jacket with liner, a fleece shirt and a T-Shirt.<br /><br />You captured the mood of the West coast fall very well, and I like the reflective pictures in the water. The last pic is my favourite.SonjaMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12389245948579828531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-7609520350821357222011-11-16T16:43:32.291-08:002011-11-16T16:43:32.291-08:00First of all I really like the second and third ph...First of all I really like the second and third photos down from the one of Troubadour waiting for tea. The one of the dock you will be later standing/dancing on is very crisp.<br /><br />This is my first season for heated grips and I love them already.Keith - Circle Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11992667666539622569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-11297917616300478612011-11-16T16:33:26.899-08:002011-11-16T16:33:26.899-08:00So far, I haven't felt a need for a heated lin...So far, I haven't felt a need for a heated liner either though I am thinking about it just to simplify the amount of gear you would need to bring on a long trip. I still have some chemical heat pouches that I've used for winter camping and x-country ski trips. I must have good circulation since I rarely get cold and I've only turned on the heated grips to test them. (They work too well).<br /><br />I like your pictures, it looks a little like here... If you only look up.<br /><br />You may be working on "X" for a while if the town name needs to start with it.<br /><br />RichardRichardMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04773834892715980735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-64894975521292467922011-11-16T14:51:06.292-08:002011-11-16T14:51:06.292-08:00@TuscanFoodie - I think in Chicago you'd have ...@TuscanFoodie - I think in Chicago you'd have to put ski's on your motorcycle instead of tires. The store also had heated jacket liners that were powered by rechargeable batteries that fit in the left front pocket. Was a neat idea because you'd still be warm even when off the bike, BUT there were only three small squares/patches of heat. One over each breast and one in the center of the upper back. Wasn't good enough considering it was the same price.<br /><br />@Bobskoot - Glad I could make you smile. I always use my heated grips unless it is the middle of summer, and even then I've been known to use them on an early morning or later in the evening ride. I have really poor circulation so the heated grips, and now the liner will really help.<br /><br />@Gary - I didn't feel the need for a liner either, but I am glad I have it now. I get cold on the bike pretty easy since it is a naked bike. This will help extend my riding season. The heated insoles were a bonus. I picked up a package (one set of two) for $2 at Wal-Mart. They stuck to the bottom of my socks. I didn't think they would work that well but I was pleasantly surprised. My feet were warm all day and my toes only got chilly towards the end of the ride. If they had of been stuck further up towards my toes I don't think they would have been cold. I even had them on after getting home and they were almost too warm in my slippers. They didn't cool off until about 9 that night. Lasted almost 10 hours. Would definitely recommend them and will buy them again.Trobairitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03453398807198746434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-35986141556316444782011-11-16T13:26:18.327-08:002011-11-16T13:26:18.327-08:00I have never felt the need for a heated jacket lin...I have never felt the need for a heated jacket liner, but good for you enjoying your new gear. Plus, kudos to troubadour for getting it for you. However, I had not heard of the heated insoles, so I will get some and give them a try. Do they work well? Loved the last photo.Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-9997291068394589612011-11-16T11:10:00.213-08:002011-11-16T11:10:00.213-08:00Trobairitz:
I have a cheap (inexpensive) heated v...<b>Trobairitz:</b><br /><br />I have a cheap <em>(inexpensive)</em> heated vest, not the best but for emergency use only. I haven't used it since I had my GS400s which was years ago but I carry it everywhere, just in case, but I use my heated grips often. I had to make my own simple controller which is ON or OFF only with an electrical toggle switch from Home Depot and plugs into my battery tender 2 pole SAE connector. One day I will purchase a higher quality heated vest like yours with heated arms.<br /><br />You make a good subject, hamming it up for the camera. I smile as I look at your boot shot<br /><br />bob<br /><a href="http://www.wetcoastscootin.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Riding the Wet Coast</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10735041579950338.post-942324098419210322011-11-16T10:30:58.552-08:002011-11-16T10:30:58.552-08:00Same as you, I always resisted the purchase of hea...Same as you, I always resisted the purchase of heated riding gear. Before moving to the US, I was using my motorcycle all-year round (in Chicago it is simply impossible to ride in the snow...), but I never liked the idea of having something plugged to the battery while I ride. I have often looked at heated jackets operated by batteries, but I was never convinced by the quality I have seen. <br /><br />But I guess it will come a point in time where I will give in, I know it.A Tuscan foodie in Americahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08574053020975951944noreply@blogger.com