When it comes to motorcycle training – especially as it applies to massive “adventure” bikes – Dallas Shannon has some interesting and quite possibly controversial ideas on how to best prepare riders to manage these beasts.

In this two-parter, Mark and Dallas Shannon discuss the evolution of the Traction eRAG, the importance of structured training, and the cultural differences in riding education. Dallas emphasizes the need for a gentle entry into off-road riding to help new riders overcome fear and develop essential skills. He also highlights the role of mentorship and the impact of age on riding, advocating for a more supportive and educational approach to off-road riding. Dallas uses his experience in varsity-level sports education and a fleet of lightweight enduro bikes to bolster riders against the ruts, mud, washouts, sand, detours, borders, bureaucracy, long days and everything else that conspires against us in our everyday riding experiences.

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