Devil's Creek Q & A

We had some questions about tech and the sound level. Here are two great links regarding DDS Tech and sound. Please review!
Primer

http://forum.dixiedualsport.com/post/A-short-primer-on-sound-level-terminology-2179583

http://forum.dixiedualsport.com/post/DDS-Tech-amp-Sound-Test-2099652

Here's A Link To Answer Any Questions About Roll Charts http://forum.dixiedualsport.com/post/Roll-Charts-What-Are-They-2165521

Devil's Creek Q & A :
WHO IS INVITED: Any current DDS member with a street legal Dual Sport Motorcycle. Membership is included in registration.

Q: What's Included?
Approx 300+ miles of riding, Roll-chart, GPS Tracks, T-Shirt, Saturday & Sunday breakfast, Saturday Night Bullshoot and entertainment, Lunch on the route both days, and much more! You'd better like to eat!

Q: What about camping and lodging?
Camping and lodging is on your own. With so many different variables there is no way to include this in the event. The campground start area is huge and there is never a shortage of spots, so reservations are not necessary. When you see it you'll know what we mean. Hotels are 15 minutes away. Details will be provided to all registered riders.

Q: What type of Motorcycle should I ride?

For the Dual Sport Option: Factory off road orientated Dual Sport and Licensed trail bikes will work best( DRZ400, 450EXC, WR250, etc...) Not suitable for KLR650 or larger.

For the Adventure Option: Big bikes along with mid-sized and small. GS1200 to XT225s! It's all about back road touring!

Discovery Option: Skill based, if you have off-road riding experience nothing bigger than 800cc...if you have limited off-road experience nothing larger than a 650...

Q: What is Sound test and Tech Inspection?

Sound is the Number 1 enemy of our sport and we have been doing our part for 21 years to ensure that DDS riders and events are respectful to the sport, the residents of the areas through which we ride, and other users that enjoy our forests as well! Here are two links that describe what is entailed. Please read both!

http://forum.dixiedualsport.com/post/A-short-primer-on-sound-level-terminology-2179583
http://forum.dixiedualsport.com/post/dds-tech-sound-test-2099652?pid=20710808#post20710808

Q: Fuel Range and fuel stops ?
Approximately 70 miles between fuel stops. 100 mile fuel range recommended.

Q: How Long Is Each Day's Ride?
All mileages are approximate: DualSport 130+/-, Adventure 150 +/-, Discovery 90 +/-. Ultimately, it's as long as you make it! If you reach your limit, please, by all means, do the safe thing and head back! There are no trophies or million dollar factory contracts. This is a fun weekend, enjoy it!

Q: What Category Do I Fall Into?
(Attn: Noobs, Novices and Those with Limited Off-Road Skill Sets)

Dual Sport Option:
is designed for riders with off-road skill sets. We're not talking dirt road experience, we're talking about single track trail riding. This is for people not afraid of mud, water, sand, trees, logs, snakes, alligators and pulling their bikes sideways under trees. Like riding at Croom or Whissenhunt in GA.

Adventure Option:
Is designed for big bikes and/or those with minimal skill sets, or people who just want an easy back roads country tour. This ride encompasses paved and dirt roads. These dirt roads vary from hardpacked limestone to washboard and sandy. Participate and add to your experience here! (We consider riding on North Georgia gravel and forest roads as easy adventure riding.)

Discovery Option:
Is designed for those who are not quite Top Gun Dual Sporters, but better than a dirt road rider. This encompasses dirt roads with a few trail sections thrown in to challenge you a little. We won't put you through the nasty stuff! Overall this is the shortest route in length.

Q: Can I Bring My Family?
Sure. But no unlicensed motorcycles or ATVs are allowed at the campground area.

Q: Where Do We Stay? Is There Camping? Hotels?
Specific event and lodging information is mailed to all registered riders. It is safe to say that there are more than enough tent and RV sites (full hook ups!) at the staging area. Hotels are located about 7 miles away. So lodging is not a problem!

Q: Why Do You Guys Do This?
We're old enduro riders! We still love to ride, but not with the pressures of racing!

Q: How Should I Set Up My Motorcycle?
What Do You Suggest?
This is Florida, so yes, there is sand. Lots of if it! There is also water, rocks, roots, mud pavement, broken pavement, railroad beds and the like...

All Bikes:
MUST have a roll chart holder! - Should carry whatever you need for tire repair and inflation. You should know how to repair your own flats and be able to do so. We do not provide a towing service or repair center for your motorcycle. - Recommend D.O.T. knobbies on all bikes. (TKC80, D606, MT21, etc.) 50/50 and street tires not recommended. Even the Adventure route gets sandy!

Dual Sport Riders:
Since we never know how blessed we will be with rain, it's always good to be prepared for wet riding conditions! - Reroute your cab vent tubes up into your airbox. This will require a "t" connector and addition hose.
- KTM riders may want to duct tape their airboxes shut to slow down water from getting in.
- Add dialectric grease to your electrical connections, and give the whole engine and wiring a good shot of silicone spray for good measure!
- Full D.O.T. street legal knobs are the preferred tires (D606, MT21, etc)
- Tow rope
- Spare tube and irons and KNOW HOW TO USE THEM.
- Spare spark plug
- Extra set of brake pads
- Extra air filter
- Make sure you have fresh oil, and a fresh, fully charged battery!

Adventure Riders:
- Tire repair kit, whether you're tubeless or tubed, you need to be able to fix a flat, including pumping it up!

Discovery Riders:
While we'll route you past the nasty stuff, it's always good to get into the habit of learning what you'll need, so do what you can from both of the above lists! Especially the tire repair and rope!

Panniers and top cases should be left home. They add a lot of weight and make it a more difficult ride!

As for YOU, The Rider...
- Check the ego at the door.

Have a talk with yourself. Know and understand YOUR skill level, YOUR riding style, YOUR expectations, and YOUR LIMITS! And when you reach YOUR LIMIT, call it a day and head back. Accidents and injuries happen when people go past their limits.

- Hydration pack with plenty of fluids and some trail snacks.

- Drivers license, vehicle registration, and insurance cards. Cell phone - Small first aid kit: some band aids, tape, gauze pads, ointment, etc... A small bottle of acetominophen or ibuprophen in case you need it.

- Dress appropriately: ATGATT! (All The Gear All The Time!) Safety first! Sturdy above ankle boots, gloves, eye protection, helmet, etc. This is a FUN weekend, we want you to have FUN, not pain!

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