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“Travelling – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.” – Ibn Battuta

Not chasing destinations.
Chasing the feeling of getting there.

We’re Agata and Joris – two riders exploring the world on two wheels. From remote off-road tracks to long-distance journeys across continents, we share real stories, tested gear and the kind of adventure you can’t always plan.

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    by ADV Hoppers 22 March 2026
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Meanwhile at Hopper Garage… Standard ADV Hoppers Meanwhile at Hopper Garage…

Standard ADV Hoppers Sunday.
Joris works on the bikes.
Agata supervises.
Very closely. From the shade. With a cold drink. 😎
Everyone has their role in a successful operation. 😂🏍️

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Every trip leaves its mark. Not just on us, but o Every trip leaves its mark.

Not just on us, but on our gear too.

This journey made us realise that a few faithful companions have finally earned their retirement after many years of adventures.

The foam covers on our Cardo headset speakers have survived 7 seasons before finally giving up.

Agata's trusty Sidi Adventure boots have carried her for 5 seasons and countless kilometres. They've finally developed a hole above the heel, so waterproofing is now... optional.

Joris' summer gloves have reached the point where there are more holes than leather. Ventilation? Excellent. Protection? Not so much. Time to start looking for a new pair.

The helmet liners have done 6–7 seasons of service and are definitely due for replacement. Looks like we'll be paying Klim @klim.polska a visit.

Agata's Klim Artemis suit is still going strong after 7 seasons. It only needs a new Velcro tab at the collar, although the waterproof membrane isn't quite what it used to be anymore. Maybe it's time to start thinking about its successor.

And then there are the mysterious disappearing bolts on Agata's KTM... those definitely need some attention before the next adventure (parts on the way).

It's funny how these little signs of wear tell the story of thousands of kilometres, countless mountain passes, dusty tracks, river crossings, heat, rain, mud and everything in between.

Good gear isn't something that looks new.
Good gear is something that has stories to tell.

What piece of motorcycle gear has served you the longest?

#ADVHoppers #AdventureMotorcycling #GearThatTellsStories #RideMore
Day 2 at the RIDE Moto Festival – more of everythi Day 2 at the RIDE Moto Festival – more of everything!

Saturday turned the volume up a notch.

More bikes. More riders. More conversations. And definitely more sunshine! The festival grounds were buzzing all day.

Whenever we had a chance, we wandered around again. More bikes to admire, more interesting talks to listen to... and, of course, a bit more time spent simply soaking up the atmosphere. That's one of the best things about festivals like this - there's no rush. You just let the day unfold.

The only thing that didn't quite live up to Friday was the evening concert. Let's just say... we've discovered there's someone out there who sings worse than we do. (That's just our personal opinion we're definitely not professional music critics!)

Back at the campsite, the day had one final surprise waiting for us. Apparently, while we were away, a family of moles had decided that the ground beneath our tent was prime real estate. They'd built several fresh molehills right underneath us, turning our sleeping area into something between an inflatable mattress and an off-road obstacle course.

There was still one festival day left, but we decided to head home early. A long ride awaits us, and with the weather forecast looking far from perfect, we'd rather take our time and split the trip over two days. We've seen what we came to see, done what we came to do, and now it's time for the most important part of any adventure: getting home safely.

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What does a perfect day at a motorcycle festival l What does a perfect day at a motorcycle festival look like?

Talking adventure riding with fellow bikers. Wandering between incredible bikes. Watching kids discover off-road riding for the first time. Seeing Chris Birch and Kevin Gallas make big adventure bikes look like trials machines. Taking a well-earned schnitzel break. Finishing the day with live music, good friends and a fantastic atmosphere.

Here's a little recap... but it doesn't capture even a fraction of the vibe.

3 days. 2 wheels. 1 love.

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