A few weeks ago I would not have believed that a 550 pound motorcycle was capable of jumps, hill climbs and log hops but my new friends at the Rawhyde Adventure Challenge helped me to learn otherwise.  Jim and Stephanie Hyde run a great school for adventure riders who want to get more comfortable with their motorcycle in off-road situations.  Check them out at www.rawhyde-offroad.com  Chela and I also met an extraordinary couple who have been touring the world on motorcycles.  They'd begun some 4 years and 100,000+ miles ago.  Go to www.2ridetheworld.com  Lisa and Simon, we'll always remember you.  You're truly an inspiration