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Title: NE BDR movie
Post by: rjamesohio on March 01, 2020, 10:24:30 AM

Our local BMW store hosted a get-together last nite that featured barbecue and a showing of the movie mentioned.

First things first - my first time in a BMW dealership in quite some time. Nothing tempting thank you.

Second - if you think the Guzzi demographics are OLD, you should have been here last nite. And everyone thinks their going to take those GS's on THAT trail? LOL.

Now - let me admit - I will NOT be doing any Stage 4 trails as in the movie. I have full respect for the people that did, especially the delightful young lady who was not only small but rode - and picked up - her 1200 GS, all with a smile on her face!

The gravel roads and two lanes and the places they went - right on. Those will go on the short list. But the stage 4 trails laden with all manner of downed trees, mud, water, loose gravel and larger boulders? NO WAY. Even these great riders' feet came off the pegs several times, and I saw a lot of folks picking up their big bikes. Not even on a 250 will I be doing these - I've had enough broken bones thanks. But I DO admire their spirit.

Maybe if I was 30. But you'd better be in awesome shape.

Fun movie to watch, and the site is interesting. Perhaps one could modify the routes to eliminate the Stage 4 trails and still get a decent dose of the beauty that is off the beaten path...

https://ridebdr.com/ (https://ridebdr.com/)

The movie - as mentioned - was on the NE route that went through NH et al.

Title: Re: NE BDR movie
Post by: Antietam Classic Cycle on March 01, 2020, 10:33:35 AM

A friend and I went to see watch the MABDR movie at Bob's BMW in Jessup, MD a few years ago. Likewise, it was the first time in a BMW dealership in years and I found nothing particularly attractive. The attendees for that movie were a mix of older and younger riders.

I still hope to ride the entire MABDR sometime this year. I've done a few nearby sections of it on my V700.

Title: Re: NE BDR movie
Post by: guzziownr on March 01, 2020, 10:36:05 AM

I'll have to talk to our BMW store about a viewing. I will be doing day-trippable sections all Summer on the Eldo.
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Title: Re: NE BDR movie
Post by: oldbike54 on March 01, 2020, 10:38:28 AM

 All of that silly standing up  :laugh:

 Dusty

Title: Re: NE BDR movie
Post by: Antietam Classic Cycle on March 01, 2020, 10:58:44 AM

Quote from: oldbike54 on March 01, 2020, 10:38:28 AM

All of that silly standing up  :laugh:

 Dusty

Standing up?

Title: Re: NE BDR movie
Post by: tazio on March 01, 2020, 11:21:31 AM

Went with some friends to the viewing last night in Atlanta.
Rode the GRiSO, neat little hang-out type repair shop that rents space and tools. Coffee served. Plenty of fit riders in their 40~early 60's with some younger guys and gals. Grilled chicken skewers and brew.
Place is called Brother Moto. Even had a Guzzi inside.
Enjoyed the movie.
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