Hi there! I’m Jess and welcome to my channel, Sound Mind ADV. I am a Marine Corps veteran, mom, wife, and adventure seeker.
This channel is inspired by my passion for encouraging others to seek mental and emotional wellbeing by adventuring in the great outdoors.
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Excellent watch! Thank you for making this. Cheers! -Tim
I really felt for you when you first went off the bike, after lying it down. I’ve been there. I think the anxiety is always in the back of our mind and when something does actually happen, there’s a “you should have known” factor that comes into play. Is that a fair or reasonable expectation? We can’t know what we are ignorsnt of. In your recovery, surely you’ve heard that shame comes from feeling we are bad people. That’s a bit extra to put on a simple spill on your bike. You are a former Marine….who served in a combat zone, BTW. You are putting yourself out there to experience new things. Give yourself a break! There is no measuring contest in adventure riding. Semper fi!
Really enjoyed your video. Question, what model of Maui Jims are those sunglasses? I like them!
Where did you go? 😮
Hi Brian. That last video was something I didn’t want to do. But I accepted a product thinking it was something different and was under obligation 😩. Since the promo is over I removed it. I have more vids planned for this channel both moto and camping related. But also am working on another project on another channel that is a different genre entirely. Hopefully I will be here posting soon and maybe revive it. I appreciate you checking on me 😊.
@@SoundMindADV I understand Jess, fully. I’ve really missed your adventuring content , come back when you can Most important thing is look after yourself
Some things I would like to add. Even experts travel in multiple rigs. Going out solo does carry a higher risk. More people means more help, and a miserable ride home is better than being stuck and stranded by yourself. There are a multitude of tools and devices to unstuck vehicles but they are all worthless if you dont know how to use them. Have someone teach you and learn at home. it is amazing how many different uses some devices have and they would not come to mind if someone hasnt taught you. Bring an emergency pack incase you have to spend the night. Bring water for 2-3 days. Nothing makes a crisis like being out and not having water. An extra fuel can is handy when plan A doesnt work and you have to drive plan b which can be a lot longer. It doesnt matter how good an off roader you are, running out of gas is a dead end. Knowing real first aid is a must. Even if you can call out rescue can be hour to even days away. Basic first aid is basically call and do a bare min until the ambulance arrives. That isnt good enough. That also means that a first aid kit needs more than bandaids. Learn some mechanics. You should be able to do simple repairs on the trail. especially with the radiator hoses. A spare hose can be a life saver. Once you have been out awhile you will learn what needs to be fixed or adjusted while on the trip. Also, and I cant stress this enough. make sure your rig is up to the task. If the battery is failing get a new one. dont risk it. Make sure the radiator is in good shape and the rig isnt overheating. Make sure the brakes are good and all the fluid levels are up. Trails that are dusty can be hard on air filters. A spare filter isnt expensive and easy to replace in the trail. Rule of thumb is a 5 minute fix in your driveway is equal to a 1 hour fix in the trail. Having a winch is great but it does eat a lot of your battery so keep that in mind. A couple of 2-4 ton hand come alongs gives a long pull once you bet then set up. Chains and straps are good as they dont stretch much, but sometimes a good rope is needed to reach an anchor when nothing close is usable. Just note that you then need to learn a few knots and proper rope usage. Most ropes stretch a lot too so that has to be thought about when setting up your system.
Thank you for the well thought out advice. Considering some people venture out without even the bare minimum of knowledge and equipment, your post is a reminder to all beginners to take it serious and do a better risk assessment. Especially when they could be putting family members in danger. I'll pin your comment in hopes others will read it.
Link to keithproducts is dead. Out of business I guess???
Thanks. I'll remove it from the video and include a link to an alternative item. Small business couldn't keep up with the demand for the product.
Thankyou so much for posting this!!!
This company is out of business...look into the Eastbound motowinch. Ride safe!
I wonder what you carry for tire repair and air in case of a flat or leak. Especially with innertube tires. Could happen.
Yes it does happen occasionally. For tubed tires, I carry a spare tube for the front that will work in the rear as well. Tire and wheel removal tools, a small stand for getting wheel off the ground. Also small patch kit some CO2 cartridges and a hand pump. For tubeless, I carry small pump that connects to battery, a plug kit and tools. Maybe I'll do a detailed video on that sometime.
Ha, I suggested that on the video you dropped the bike and here it is on the very next video i watched. Lol. Im glad you found it and showed how to use it. Looks like it works well. Happy camping.
Thank you. Unfortunately this company went out of business. Maybe look into the Eastbound Motowinch instead.
Good video, Real life sometimes throws us a curve ball. 450 lbs is heavy for everyone. I think they make bike lifter things to help get bikes upright again. Not sure how they work, Id research them.
It seems these are no longer made So I went to the hardware store and bought three 20x450mm galvanised pipes that are pipe threaded at the ends, three connecting bushes, one flange (it's like a round foot plate) and a 250 kg ratchet strap. Total was 40 AUD (about 25 USD). The strap is longer than these, so it can go around something smooth and back up. That cuts the load on the strap in half. The third bush protects the threaded end at the top and makes the hole big enough for both hooks. It easily lifts the back for chain oiling. I haven't tried it for lifting a fallen bike yet, but i can't see why it wouldn't work just like this.
Keep a $10 folding saw in your pack (weight 8oz). When you drop your bike and can't pick it up, take the saw and go cut yourself a 7'-8' limb, branch, pole, the straighter the better. Take a jacket, sweater, hoodie or other piece of clothing and wrap the limb starting about one foot from the small end up as high as the clothing will allow. This protects your bike from scratches. Lift the bike slightly and slide the wrapped limb under the bike (from the top side of the bike) so that the small end is just poking through on the other side of the bike between and in line with the tires. Make sure the clothing wrapping the limb is not contacting the hot exhaust. Now starting at the opposite (large) end, pick up the end of the limb and start walking towards the bike. Your hands should be walking down the limb as your feet are walking towards the bike. Done right, your hands should be close to the handlebars about the time the bike is vertical again. Levers are the simplest and one of the strongest force multipliers found in nature. Practice this recovery method a few times when you don't actually need to do a recovery. Once you are familiar with the technique, you can recover your bike solo in a few minutes.
Thank you so much for that advice! I will practice this.
Have you also considered getting side panniers and rear rack for the crf? Which is better, no racks or with racks?
For now rackless luggage works well for me. I have the AXP rear rack that is nice and wide with grab handles. I keep luggage racks on my other bike with the option of soft or hard panniers. the other bike is for longhaul trips.
Hi Jess. When is your nxt vlog coming out? I hope you’re good 😊
Today!, But not directly Moto related. More content in the works. I feel inspired. Thanks :)
Appears company went out of business?? Link broken. URL for sale as or July 2, 2023.
Thanks. I think the demand was too much for a one man show business. I'll update the video description and link to the Eastbound Motowinch.
I called the gentleman who manufactures the dirt Napier. He is not producing any product as of now and does not know if he will down the road
Okay Thanks. I will keep an eye out if he revives the company and continues to make the product in the future. in the meantime I will update the video description. Try Eastbound Motowinch or another option.
Such an awesome bike, I'm actually looking to get one!!!
Thanks Jeff. I'm preparing a video to show the mods I've done over the past year. I'm returning to KZread LOL!
It impossible to login to this site. I think the designer of this thing is the worst marketing human being on earth.
Hi Jess!!!!
Out standing review and a great product for those that ride heavier bike off-road.
sadly it looks like this product is discontinued. I updated my video description. maybe try Motowinch by Eastbound. Same concept just slightly different technique. Thank you!
How do I get one for myself
Sadly the product is discontinued. Maybe look at the Eastbound Motowinch. Sorry about that.
I miss your videos. Hope all is well! ✌️
Thank you 🙏🏼. Haven’t had time to be a KZreadr lately. But I have some new content in the works. Lots of new mods on the Rally too 😊
Lots of mods on my CRF300L so we’ll have to compare notes!
i have never seen such amazing blue eyes!!
Someone knows what happen to this woman ? Accident ?. Her videos were very instructives.
I am fine. Just haven’t had time to be a KZreadr. I’ll be back soon with some fresh content. Thank you 🙏🏼
You are ok? No more videos
I’m good. No time to be a KZreadr lately. But new content coming soon! Thanks for checking up on me ❤
Good info. I'm cautious when riding solo, but even so, trying to pick up a 500lb bike by oneself isn't fun. I'm going to think of it as a one-time payment, for a lifetime roadside assistance policy.
Great review! Thanks for being clear and thorough. I've been riding my older GSPD for over 30 years and I can still manage to pick it up but realized- why would I want to? Being out riding solo I try to keep my injuries to a minimum so why risk hurting myself lifting a heavy bike in the middle of nowhere if instead I just use the right tool for the job (and that ain't me!). Thanx for the info!
Trust me
Cover the speedo with tape. Nobody needs to see it. 🚔🚓
It was stuck on KM....lol. I fixed it at the end of the video. Bike is slow, doesn't go that fast.
Looks like a great product would love to buy it but I have tried without succus for several weeks to contact anyone either by phone or on there web site its like they just vanished. If anyone has any info on there status would like to no. Thanks
Thanks..I removed the link and updated video description. It's a shame he went of business. Too much demand for this very small business. I'll update if he revives the business.
Just found your channel and was watching your video, you mentioned 29 stump, funny thing is you and I were there the Sametime. Semper Fi
Thanks.
How lovely the way you have explained about your long Trip, I'm from Brazil, I've been in California 4 years ago, I'm so proud of your courage... God bless you on the road!!!
Good idea.
Jess, not heard anything for ages here, and yes worried You ok?
I have one also. I'm 72 years old and 125 lbs so I no longer have the leg muscles to pick up a big bike. I bought it because I couldn't pick up my Royal Enfield Himalayan. Then I dumped the Himalayan on some soft sand and broke a rib last year, so I made a video of picking up the bike with my dirtnapper. (you can see my video on the my channel). I didn't even know I had a broken rib yet until I started riding out of that area and every bump I hit let me know!!! I have also just now ordered the pieces that John Saxton uses for his method of picking up a bike and I want to try it on my new Versys X 300 (which under good conditions I CAN lift, but not all conditions of drop are ideal). I'm getting it ready to do the NMBDR (New Mexico Backroads Discovery Route) the first of June 2023 (solo). See John's method here and let me know what you think: kzread.info/dash/bejne/naiXyrFrg727pag.html.
"Aircraft Alloy material"... Well, I hope such material is at least "military grade" :-p
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When is it gonna be available?
Thanks for that review! Recently got a heavy bike and found out the hard way about the "what if".
How are you liking your Honda CB590x?
I wouldn't want that metal contraption anywhere near my painted tank etc. One slip and it would scratch the heck out of the paint job.
Considerng you had a crash and the tank scratched up anyway I consider your comment moot.
Semper Fi Devil Dog ...
great video ..
Holy smoke, there is a long list of products here. I saw the video with the guy that I assume invented this; was intrigued, and wanted to buy one. I'm not as able as I used to be, so it seemed sensible. Holy fuck $195USD
try this method, it's cheaper; kzread.info/dash/bejne/naiXyrFrg727pag.html
Amazing, just what I need.
Great to see more ladies out and about on motorcycles! I just bought a 2022 Honda CB500X - love it! Selling my Harley.
Maybe light weights and dumbbell curls! 😂
It's all about leg muscle and how flat the bike is to the ground. A goldwing or big Harley are easier to stand up because they are so tall when lying on their side. Flatter/thinner adventure bikes are hard to get started without LOTS of muscle especially in the legs.
Love your straight forward no BS style mixed with your positive infectious attitude. I have the crf300l version and love it. I chose to go with the Mosko Moto Reckless 80 which also works great. Having said that, I've heard great things about the Giant Loop system You earned yourself a new sub. :)
I'm older and have been contemplating a dual sport or adventure bike. One of my concerns has been my reduced strength. Before ever seeing these types of lifting contraptions, I was envisioning in my head, different ways to use a ratchet strap and a sturdy piece of wood cut to the right length (plenty of wood in Eastern Tennessee). When I was a Navy Seabee, we learned how to rig gin poles for lifting in case we had situations where equipment was not available. The gin pole was the fundamental basis for my idea, but then I realized a good ratchet strap would also be beneficial. One of these devices would be faster and simpler than having to scrounge for a proper pole to cut to the right length and then rig it up. If you should ever got caught without this device, one method would be to drive anchor stakes at each tire to keep the bike from sliding. Cut a pole about the height of the bike or a little longer, with a Y at the top. Run your ratchet strap from an anchor point on the bike like she did, but bring it OVER the bike instead, and run the strap across the Y in the top of the pole. Make sure the bottom of the pole is dug in or planted good. You may even need to tilt your pole toward the bike a little. Anchor the other end of the strap to a solid point, like base of a small tree, a jeep, a rock, or whatever. Crank the ratchet and lift the bike. As I said earlier, you may need to tilt your pole toward the bike, because when you get tension across the top of it, it may move in the direction you are ratcheting since there is no pulley where your Y is. If necessary, place an object like a log, under the bike after it is partially lifted, in case you need to reposition your pole or reset your strap. I tried to be as descriptive as possible, so I hope this helps. Remember, this is just an idea that works in my head and has not personally been tested by me, but if you or someone else happens to have a ratchet strap, and not much else, it could possibly work. If you try to just ratchet it up to a branch in a tree, make sure the branch is sturdy enough to hold the weight and for personal safety, stay clear in case it doesn't.