DEEP TROUBLE: Riding Loaded in Big Bend – What Went Wrong

Clif Holland shares a father-and-son motorcycle adventure that took an unexpected turn shortly after arriving at Big Bend National Park. After a 700-mile ride to reach the start of their backcountry route, the decision to explore before staging their gear set the tone for what followed. Riding a heavily loaded BMW R1200GS on remote backroads, Clif quickly found himself facing the challenges of sand, weight distribution, and the limited margin for error on big adventure bikes, which led to DEEP TROUBLE. We talk about backcountry riding and the importance of preparation, training, and testing your setup before tackling routes like the BDR. 🔗 Show Notes & Links: Find photos, links, and resources related to this episode on our website at Adventure Rider Radio . 🎧

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DEEP TROUBLE: Riding Loaded in Big Bend – What Went Wrong is an episode from Adventure Rider Radio Motorcycle Podcast by Canoe West Media.

This episode is 68:45 long.

This episode was published on Apr 30, 2026.

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