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Pure genius

I always thought the purpose of rackless was for fly/ride scenarios where you’re on a different bike for every trip. Even then, most rentals come with some system you can use.

If it’s your bike, seems like having the rack gives you so many more options and better durability.

How comfortable was the new bike for a 300+ km ride?

Isn’t “free” more like 15-30%? I like the app by the way.

That was my plan for later this summer but work is conspiring against me. I’m not sure I’ll have enough time to get down and back.

Nice day out on the road up to Big Almaty Lake in the Ile Alatau mountains outside Almaty, Kazakhstan. #motosky

What happens when the on screen keyboard comes up?

I like the app. It certainly picks some unconventional routes where I live.

Love the pics. I’m hoping we will see more ride reports like this here.

First decent ride of the season up to the base of Shymbulak ski resort in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

At the end you can see the Medeu ice rink at 5,500ft, built in 1951.
#motosky

I’ll send you a few spots to check out. If you want to grab a beer, let me know.

Where are you headed in Kazakhstan? I’m in Almaty.

Where abouts is that? I’m originally from Oregon but haven’t been back in ages. I think I need to get back and do more exploring.

I switched over to a down quilt and a good sleeping pad. Much more comfortable and packs up really small.

Looks like I’ll also be retired real soon (earlier than expected). See you out on the road!

I’ve been wanting to give Bhutan a try

I’ve downloaded the app. Told my wife now I just need a BMW to go with it. 🤞

What app are you using to track your ride?

Fastmail is good. Based in Australia.

Where abouts in India is that? I’m moving to Delhi next year for work. Looking forward to some adventures.

Favorite so far is above the Arctic Circle in Norway but I have a big trip planned for the summer to Tajikistan, so maybe that will be my new favorite. Welcome to #motosky.

Enjoying the posts. I’m moving to Delhi in 2026 and looking forward to exploring these places.

Summer in Turgen Gorge outside Almaty, Kazakhstan

Just watched episode 1 and loved it. Looking forward to hearing him talk about making it.

On the first screenshot at the bottom I think you want “Sign up” instead of “Sign in”

If you make it in 2025, I’ll be in Almaty. Stop by and say hi.

I’m doing this one next summer from my base in Almaty. Any tips?

Can also recommend taking a one day adventure riding course. Gives you way more confidence off-road, especially if you have a heavy bike. And a great way to meet a few people to ride dirt with.

I went with an Insta360 and a drone. Insta is great because you don’t need to frame the shot. Just turn it on and ride. Way more diversity of footage than typical action camera on helmet. It’s not great if you want shots of you looking at the camera and talking.

This is amazing. Great write up and I love your site. Going to save this and build one myself when I retire.