KLR 650 & DRZ 400 Take on Moab's SLICKROCK TRAIL: 2015 Emig Ride Day 1! o

Can a 160 lb guy on a KLR handle slickrock like a boss? Well, if it's Jesse from GeoMoto on Jeff Emig's KLR650 from last year, then YUP! Join us for the first day of adventure through Moab, Utah. We rode SlickRock trail, then headed up Potash Road to the Shaffer Switchbacks on the White Rim Trail. It was an amazing way to start out a week full of incredible riding!
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[@shadetreesurgeon]

MORE!! Holy shit man... That was probably the coolest looking trail I've ever seen... You're probably the only person in the world that could make a guy from the tropics want to visit the desert...

[@RidingJapan]

I'd go with you xD.no desserts in Japan xD

[@minitstop]

+shadetree surgeon I can literally vouch for that last sentence! :p

[@Raythe]

+minitstop not only can you vouch for it, you have footage of it!

[@shadetreesurgeon]

I shared the video to my facebook and my whole crew is already making plans to rent a sprinter and make the journey out there haha

[@GuyFromLV]

+shadetree surgeon Thanks for showing me this! America has such beautiful landscapes!!

[@motomaryland4734]

Utah is just amazing. Thank you for the video just living vicariously through your desert footage!

[@gcprost]

I rode the Slick Rock trail many years ago and I was harassed by cyclists. I get it. They want it just for bicycles. I was riding a Suzuki DR 650. I personally found the experience daunting. On a smaller dirt bike it would have been really fun. The trail was beautiful. I will never forget it. Thanks for doing this. I really enjoyed watching someone ride it well.

[@mrelf6049]

Wow! One of the best videos I have ever seen. Wish I can try a trail like this sometime...

[@Freespiritphil]

My dad has been out there multiple times for rides with friends... One of these times I'm going to join him out there. It looks absolutely amazing!!!

[@eveRide]

+Freespiritphil You won't regret a moment of it! It's some of the most amazing terrain I've ever seen!

[@Datdogg]

hey there! im in military right now and was watching ur clips just to take my head away, tho you just made me feel like i was traveling with you guyz. Amazing work. You have inspired me, thank you so much.

[@JoshuaHillFamilyADV]

Loving every minute of this! Hope to make it out there next year. Thanks for the sneek peek!!

[@ScratchBabble]

GREAT footage! Well done. Can't wait for the rest

[@glock19gen3]

That turn is no joke. The first time I rode it on my Beta 300 RR I slide it out... Nailed it after that... GREAT trail!

[@jeffmanz5359]

Each of your videos get better & better. Great filming. Keep em coming

[@srvmotoman]

Wowsers...that is breathtaking! Great video!

[@samualiam9981]

Yeah buddy. Always enjoy these videos.

[@chadhicks1781]

I knew this series was going to be legit! cant wait to see the rest of the footage

[@Raythe]

28,492 subscribers! your numbers will surely go up with this video series! congrats on the success Tyler!

[@Lifesnextadventure1]

Great stuff. Can't wait to see the hole Emig ride.

[@tvthunder]

It looked great! Love your stuff man! Ride on with no apologies!😀

[@paulk9306]

The KLR was an excellant machine, took 1 from the UK to Istanbul, and back to Dublin Eire, 4mths 8000mls, through France,Switzerland,Italy, Greece, Turkey.

[@humdinger5701]

Oh man ! Those were epic trails.. Never even noticed the video quality. I was to busy drooling over that epic scenery.

[@eveRide]

+BellOnWheels The Slickrock trails truly are some amazing terrain!

[@Braapncamp]

Thanks for sharing your rides Everide, what a great scenery! I like the pro style of your vids :)

[@johnnyturbo8460]

That's simply stunning!

[@phrankus2009]

That was both entertaining and very informative. (and BEAUTIMOUS ! ) ... SAVED to my ADV play-list.

[@eveRide]

+phrankus2009 Thanks Frank! :D

[@markknox684]

I stayed at that same hostel last year on my solo trans America trail trip on my 15klr. Where I actually replaced my low beam light in the parking area under the single tree. But that was my first stay at a hostel and will be my last too! Thanks for some of the best dual sport footage and bike reviews out here!

[@texaslonestarrider]

Well Done! Fantastic Video! Thanks For Sharing!

[@iSlanderEST]

Awesome video! I have to say that you deliver a really good quality videos! Keep up the good work!

[@HawkGirlMistyV]

We went out there from NC in July with our DIY RV/ toy hauler and took our two XT 225's and had an absolute blast! We did Fins-N- Things, Shafer trail, onion creek, Monument Valley and Valley of the Gods. It inspired me to make my first KZbin videos because everyone should see this place. I can't stop thinking about it, we want to go back so bad! Don't wait just do it!

[@eveRide]

+Misty Varner Ohhhhh that itinerary sounds amazing! I haven't even seen some of those places, yet!

[@Paul49myspace]

Man does that look like a blast! A possible Bucket list in some October in the future! Thanks for the Post Tyler. Cheers!

[@mbigatti]

Love the drone shots!

[@pastorbug1445]

Awesome! More... More... More... Spread that adventure addiction.

[@eveRide]

+Pastor Bug I'm trying! :D

[@FloridaOutdoorAdv]

What an excellent video EVERIDE!!!!

[@eveRide]

+Florida Outdoor Adventures Thanks so much! :D

[@norcalprospectinggoldandadv]

Great video. Keep up the great work. Love you videos.

[@toomuchcoffeefpv]

Drone shots are amazing!

[@addie750]

Awesome video as usually Tyler! Incredible landscapes scenery! Loved seeing a KLR on those types of trails. :)

[@eveRide]

+addie750 Yeah that KLR can seriously handle about anything!

[@gofres]

some great shots from the drone! beautiful!!

[@GlacierPilotGst]

That is some epic scenery!

[@markgunnison]

That is an amazing video, can't believe how beautiful the scenery is. Looking forward to more :-)

[@eveRide]

+Mark Gunnison Someday we'll have to get you out here to St. George and Moab and enjoy some of this wild rocky riding :)

[@es20641]

I still think it turned out great :) Those drone shots are epic. I think that is one of the coolest features you have added to your videos. Thanks for putting the time into this.

[@eveRide]

+Eric Swanson Thank you for sticking around and taking time to leave kind comments :) It really does make a difference in the motivation of this whole venture!

[@DirtHog365MV]

Wow wow wow wow...oh and double wow! I am always blown away by the area and these vids you put together...loving the drone action! =0)

[@DavidHathaway]

Seriously amazing! I need to amp up my skills and hit some sandpaper trails! Thanks for making this seem so accessible.

[@kevinfaul9289]

I love the disclaimer intro. Also I will definitely add this to my moto bucket list. Another great video!

[@eveRide]

+Kevin Faul Thanks Kevin!

[@osimnod]

Tyler, you keep upping the ante of your adventures! Great scenery, pleasant narration and useful information for newbie and seasoned rider, alike. You and Dave at MAD TV are setting new standards for vlogging creativity and quality.

[@eveRide]

+osimnod Dave at MAD TV is my hero! They make some incredible stuff!

[@motojet977]

Amazing! I've said it before and I'll say it again, Utah is tops on the bucket list for riding! Nice Vid!!

[@eveRide]

+MOTO JET I don't say it to everybody, but of all the West Coast states I think Utah is my favorite, and not just because I live here. There's really no place like it!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Wow - what an amazing ride! One day I hope to get to ride some place like that, stunning videography, thanks for taking the effort to film, edit and port...."much love, TMF out!"

[@eveRide]

+TheMissendenFlyer Thanks so much! Sub'd to your channel and happy to see great stuff!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+eveRide ADV Wow, thank you, I'm very excited - eveRide (one of my fave KZbinrs) has subscribed to little ol' me - thanks a million!! :0)

[@baseballDUDE32]

Love the video. 🎉 keep up the great work.

[@wyvernbiker]

Great idea with the markings. Fantastic scenery :oD

[@MrSlowestD16]

I think the drone didn't hinder the view out the back that much at all. Gave the shot a little character, shall we say. As for the 480p video, it still looked very good. That area is epic - amazingly beautiful. I need to start visiting Moab and the places around there, just looks insane. Looks like a great place to ride.

[@HermitDaVlog]

Mmmm, gotta get that one knocked off the bucket list.

[@rune-photo]

just have to say: I realy wonder I try making good video's when you guys makes them like this...? This is just AWESOME to watch! thanx

[@eveRide]

+Rune Holthen Any video is a good video... my videos are pathetic when compared to truly professional productions like Moto 5 etc! I get inspiration from those!

[@rune-photo]

+eveRide ADV well...I would say your videos are quite over a average video-making geek as myself... anyway: keep up the good work!

[@guyault7957]

everide - thank you for sharing your adventures! I have been watching for awhile now and this is by far my fav of yours. I have been looking for awhile and really want to get into some Adv riding here in tx. it is because of your videos that I will be getting the klr. I want a good commuter bike so wanted something a little bigger bit also want to be able to pack it up and find some trails and camp sites. thanks again! awesome videos bud.

[@eveRide]

+Guy Ault The KLR is a great bike! In Texas, I've heard the Roll the Bones rally is a lot of fun and a great way to meet other riders! Good luck and here's to many happy adventures!

[@ChaoticDetour]

Another great vid! Starting to miss it down there, it has it's own kind of beauty.

[@eveRide]

+ChaoticDetour Yeah man, but you're in a majestic place, as well!

[@MrDuhfactor]

Oh baby!! Time to go back!!

[@eveRide]

+MrDuhfactor Yeeeeah! Now you're talking!

[@user-df2kk2gk5u]

For sure... Done it many times on my mountain bike... Now I'm aching to try it on my dual sport.

[@TheColtoncole]

Thanks man i got my badass DRZ400 because of you! Sweet vid!

[@eveRide]

+Cole Smith YES! I hope you love it!

[@DrDualSport]

Reminds me of when we rode the practice loop at night with Jae and Ben. Can't wait to get back there!

[@eveRide]

+Dr. Dual Sport When I ride that loop in the daytime, it makes me think of how crazy it was to do that in the night, especially when Jae's light wasn't working! Someday we'll do this again :)

[@danmanthe9335]

Man, thanks for the KLR love. Always need a little of that

[@McNewMotoTech]

Utah is the best man! love the drone shots!

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Beautiful video dude! I still have yet to do Slick Rock Trail. I have had a blast on fins and things, but that one and Hell's Revenge are on my short list. No matter what the video settings, that was awesome and thanks as always for making great content for us all to enjoy.

[@eveRide]

+ColoradoDualSport Well man, Moab is a great place to meet in the middle! We WILL ride this together sometime soon, eh?

[@regulardan]

Woah man that was a great view and informative. The trailer hyped and Ep01 delivered :)

[@eveRide]

+regulardan I certainly hope the next vids in the series will deliver!

[@denniscox9277]

very cool,I am going to be there someday, thanks for the video, cool,

[@BorgfeldRider]

stunning views... just awesome

[@eveRide]

+Borgfeld Rider Thanks! :)

[@pdx650]

the camera shots were great, everide. No need to apologize. Keep up the great work, please.

[@GoneRidingPartsCom]

another great video !

[@JohSno]

Wow! Just wow. Doesn't matter the quality of the video. Important is you been there.

[@chroniclesofsolid]

The camber and switch backs on those rocks! Another great vid mate, was too busy vicariously pooping myself to notice it was 480p

[@eveRide]

+chroniclesofsolid Hahahahah! No lie, I've vicariously pooped before, too! hahahahahha :D Thanks for the laugh, sir :)

[@kingfisherfilip9511]

great video my friend :) those shots from drone are best :)

[@badjuju6563]

If this is the bad footage the rest must be unearthly. Beautiful scenery and not a bad couple of warm ups...fantastic.

[@snapps1747]

I will see this some day. I love your drone vids!

[@DRZcoffeegirlRide]

wow! I'm going! every time you make a vid of that area I want to be there! yep going

[@eveRide]

+DRZcoffeegirl Ride You're going to love it!

[@gncc1race]

That was amazing! Absolutely stunning scenery and fun terrain. It did look very hot though! Oofdah! Dude your videos just keep getting better and better. Very professional even with the camera issues. Your narration & edits rival Discovery Channel and Nat Geo!

[@eveRide]

+gncc1race Hahaha thanks! That's quite the compliment, but I'll take it! :D It's fun to put a lot of effort into these videos and come out with something I'm happy with.

[@eliman2479]

In Houston TX. On my lunch break siting in cubicle wishing I was there. That drone footage is amazing.

[@CaliforniaDualSportRiders]

Great riding guys! This video is definitely tempting me to bring the club out to visit...

[@eveRide]

+California Dual Sport Riders Yes. Yes yes yes yes yes.

[@Joe-sg8tk]

That was an excellent video. Thanks.

[@eveRide]

+wd40 ducttape You're very welcome, sir! I'll be making a video (or at least publishing a very long blog post) soon that recounts my first year of trying this whole thing professionally. I hope you don't mind that I mention you as a big part of what kept me going.

[@robertwalder4574]

Keep up the awesome videos Tyler! Yeah you don't post as often as you used to but the quality has gone up tremendously!

[@eveRide]

+Robert Walder Thanks! Yeah I heard that some channels did better by releasing just 1 video per week. I tried it out and views/subscribers tripled per video for some reason! I think this genre appreciates a bit more editing :)

[@uselessbass]

awesome shots from the drone man!

[@MuddyFenders]

PIcking up my drz this saturday! SO Pumped!

[@eveRide]

+andy s Woohoo! You're gonna love it!

[@alabaster4263]

How well did it last

[@thebrooklynprepper]

Great video brother

[@d3v1ld0g6]

Fantastic!

[@FRAGAFE]

Dude, that was EPIC! I need to get out there someday... I also need WAY more riding time before I'd feel comfortable. I'm setting a goal of September 2016

[@100SpokeRiderz]

Very Cool Vid

[@rabidwookie606]

Looks fun!

[@TheFLBClub]

What an amazing video! I've always gone the other direction, and end up going down the switchbacks, which is easier, but then I have to go up that one big ledge... which is harder :D

[@eveRide]

+The FLB Club Yeah it's a technical trail any way you slice it!

[@Scoottoots]

The views from that Potash Road are awesome. I'm thinking about a trip this year, and that sure looks like a good choice. :)

[@b1pig]

I dont mind the lower quality or the shake. To me, it just adds a little bit of realism. As always, great job, sir. Love to see the results of your labor. Wish I could enjoy some of the fun you're having making the video. LOL

[@eveRide]

+b1pig Hahhaha yeah it's definitely a good time!

[@SteelHorseman]

You the man!! God Bless!!

[@eveRide]

+The Steel Horseman Thanks so much sir!

[@thedru77]

The production value of your videos is just out of this world! Obviously you start of the video talking about some minor problems, but overall your videos are done so well. Ever think of showing the editing process and your thought process etc? It's just amazing... thanks for all the work!

[@eveRide]

+dru x I've thought about it, perhaps I'll put up some editing stuff on the raw channel.

[@kennyraceboy]

absolutely stunning views. I wish we had riding like this in Australia! But that just means that I'll have to make a trip to Moab! Haha!

[@eveRide]

+kennyraceboy Now you're talking! Moab should not be missed... it's definitely bucket-list material!

[@minitstop]

I can't wait to go back to slick rock/hell's revenge and damn and things and stuff and ermagersh! This is a sick video, bro!

[@eveRide]

+minitstop Dude we are going to do a route from STG to Moab with EVERYTHING in between. We're going to need a few weeks, but honestly man, it will NOT disappoint!

[@minitstop]

+eveRide ADV I don't know if I can swing a few weeks especially if Barnes comes with. We'll see. Iwannamoto. Hard.

[@robyg7037]

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[@azkafen9306]

This vlog was just sexy, and that slowmo was sick please keep these vids coming now I know my garage needs a dual sport.

[@eveRide]

+Azkafen ALL garages need dual sports! ;)

[@Gunner40Five]

Oh man that was sweet! I have wanted to do slickrock, Hells revenge , and Fins n Things on my KLR. We just always seem to end up on Potash road for some reason. Keep up the good work.

[@eveRide]

+Gunner40Five Potash road is one of those overlooked gems that's just a great (and relatively short) ride. I loved it!

[@jessekimball]

this video always gets me out of a funk!

[@Kaianine]

OMG! epic footage, even with the slightly botched settings! i really want to get out to slickrock someday!

[@eveRide]

+kaianine Oh man it really is one of those trails that's just a bucket-list thing. It's not too long, but it's terrain like nowhere else!

[@ladyeclectic]

Holy crap!!! You aren't joking about that pucker factor!!!!!!! Some of those sections look insane to this newbie offroader but still a ton of fun. :D I've seen videos of jeeps on that trail after a rain and it's like pucker factor times infinity...

[@eveRide]

+ladyeclectic Ahhhh yeah I think that's why it got the name "slick rock"... those trails get a little wet and I can imagine they'd be terrifying!

[@HowardianMotoVlog]

Jesse is such a great rider

[@Tankerman]

You taught me something today because I always thought it was called slick rock because it was slippery. Stay safe

[@eveRide]

+Tankerman Yeah a lot of people think that, but it's VERY grippy... not something you want to "slide" down!

[@blackman6913]

This is super cool. Didnt know you could take dual sports on bicycle trails =D

[@HobbzGarage]

Talk about a home run. You nailed that video. Love the Phantom footage. Once you upgrade to the p3 you will be able to do the follow me, and poi features.

[@eveRide]

+Hobbz-Garage This one is actually an Iris+, but the Phantom is on its way! The Iris has some good follow modes etc, but when it was released it was fairly new tech, so I've never reliably flown it like that. I'm hoping the P3 makes up for the tech!

[@HobbzGarage]

I can't wait to see some vids with it. The mountains here make it hard to use the follow me.

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good stuff

[@richmoto1]

Epic footage, what color! Thanks for the effort.

[@shadowhadz6781]

Just incredible! I was wondering if you used the oversized petrol tank?

[@I_Am_Michael]

once again, you show why I subscribe to your channel. well done. you and CDS must have gone to the same school of how to do a good video.

[@eveRide]

+michael adams Thanks man :)

[@andypandy.]

the start of this vid is just super full of silver linings!! :-) That landscape is just sooo pretty!! I guess the heat in the rocks will also add to the grip you felt riding over it, wonder if it is just as grippy when its a bit colder?

[@eveRide]

+Andy Pandy Motovlogs I've ridden it in winter and summer, and it grips quite well in all seasons!