WHAT'S IN A NAME? A lot, as it turns out, and it's tied into identity and how we choose to see ourselves as well as how we present ourselves to others. Mark gets into how and why it matters to motorcyclists in some interesting ways.

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Mark and Dallas Shannon discusses 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. (Part 2 of 2)

Send your questions to us via email: podcast@bmwmoa.org.

The Ride Inside with Mark Barnes is brought to you by the BMW MOA Foundation and is on the web at bmwmoa.org.

Mark and Dallas Shannon discusses 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. (Part 1 of 2)

Send your questions to us via email: podcast@bmwmoa.org.

The Ride Inside with Mark Barnes is brought to you by the BMW MOA Foundation and is on the web at bmwmoa.org.