Author: annessky

The Redbird Crest Trail in Avenza Maps

Mapping Technologies on the Trail

As users of this nation’s public or private trails, Sharetrails.org/BRC members likely rely on a variety of mapping technologies for navigation.  Being able to visualize where you are, and where you’re going is important....

KAT Exploration Photos

A few photos from our trip last weekend. I’ll get around to writing something in a few days. Men, who are very frank to their doctor and do not alter the dosage or increase...

KyTopo Image Service in ArcGIS Pro

KyTopo: Kentucky’s New Topographic Map Series

Updated – 04/23/18 For many decades, the USGS Topographic Quadrangle Map series was “THE” base for anything mapping related. A wide array of Federal programs required that they be utilized for submittals, surveyors included...

Fisher Seat & Safari Tank

The Tour of Idaho: Initial Bike Prep for 2018

In my opinion, bike preparation must be the easiest part of getting ready for the Tour of Idaho. Lots of other folks have done their homework and shared their successes accordingly. Martin has some invaluable...

Tour of Idaho Overview Map

The Tour of Idaho: Getting Ready for 2018

Early this year, I was invited to do the “Tour of Idaho” in 2018 by Randy Block. If you don’t know what “The Tour” is all about go check out Martin Harkworth’s website, motorcyclejazz.com....

Jeff, John, & Justin checking out the Sandstone

Renfro Valley Dual Sport – 2017 Edition

Hat’s off to the organizer’s of the 2017 Renfro Valley Dual Sport once again! I’ve only done this three years now, and each time, I’ve been amazed at how well they mark the route. If you pay...

KyMotoVan at a Trailhead

KyMotoVan Travel Report

It was about this time last year when we decided to get either a 3/4-ton Diesel truck or a Sprinter. I didn’t know much about them then, but by September we were test driving one...

Chip & Dwayne - Redfish Lake in the Background

Idaho Riding 2016 – #4

Day 4 of riding in Idaho was great as usual. Dwayne, Chip and I set out on the Little Casino trail around 9:30am or so. Dwayne hadn’t ridden this trail since the re-route they’d done...

Idaho Riding 2016 – #3

Idaho Riding 2016 – #3

Day three turned out to be adventure! Chip and I went out for the day and started right where his RV was parked. The ride began with about 4 miles of asphalt heading out...