'Thrill Seeker' Completes the First Ever Non-stop Journey from California to Florida on a Motorcycle
San Diego, CA (PRWEB) June 26, 2008 -- San Diego BMW Motorcycles in San Diego, CA, is excited to share the recent news of one determined man's journey, successfully accomplished.
His name is Gary Orr, and he is the co-owner of San Diego BMW Motorcycles. For the last few months, Gary had been carefully orchestrating a trip from California to Florida, which began June 11, 2008, and concluded June 12, 2008. He rode a BMW K 1200 LT motorcycle equipped with SPOT GPS and XM Satellite Radio. He towed a trailer which carried 75 gallons of gas; this amount of gasoline provided him with enough fuel for the entire cross-country trip. Gary's incentive behind the project was to be the first human in history to travel from California to Florida, without stopping- for anything. This meant no interruptions of travel for food, sleep, restroom, traffic lights, traffic, road construction, border patrol, police, weather or any other variable of fate.
The one man show began in a public parking lot in Ocean Beach (San Diego) CA, and ended 35 hours later in Madison, Florida. He wore a BMW Rally 2 Jacket that was generously packed with snacks to get him through the trip. In order to stay hydrated, he ran a hose from his water tank that was mounted on the trailer, to his mouth. Gary constructed a unique gas pumping system which used a momentary action switch that transferred the gasoline from the tank on the trailer to the motorcycle gas tank.
According to Gary and his SPOT GPS personal tracking device, he did not stop for 2,232 miles. The interstate 10 was used almost exclusively. At the few stop lights and signs that were encountered, Gary carefully implemented a 'slow and roll' technique, which, at absolutely no point in time, required him to completely stop his motorcycle; he simply just reduced his speed until the light turned green and it was safe to pass through.
While extensive planning was conducted, the voyage made here required, without a doubt, a substantial deal of luck. Gary Orr states that if it weren't for the unfailing XM Satellite Radio that offered him such a large variety of clear non-interrupted stations, and his cell phone that kept him in contact with some friendly supporters of his endeavor, his trip might not have been as victorious.
San Diego BMW Motorcycles is the premier dealer in all of San Diego, providing Sales and Service on all models of New and Pre-Owned BMW Motorcycles, the Parts and Accessories to go with the rides, and the Apparel to go with the rider.
For more information about San Diego BMW Motorcycles, and Gary Orr's achievement, contact 760 Media at (888) 760-4332 (IDEA).
###
Related Articles:
Facing Foreclosure In California -- New Home Loan Program Launched To Help
New home loan program launched to stop or avoid foreclosure in California.
Location Filming Made Simple In Southern California
The recent opening of Soboba Movie Ranch located at the Oaks Retreat and Conference Center provides Southern California with some excellent filming solutions.
Vacation Homes for Orlando Tourists a Growing Trend, According to OrlandoEscape.com
Vacation homes and condos are fast becoming an important, if not essential, part of an Orlando vacation. The regional increase in rental properties indicates that when travelers are given the choice between a hotel room and a multi-bedroom house or condo unit, most people prefer the comforts of home.
Phoenix Books' Sexography: a Triumphant Tale of Survival and the Journey to Finding One's Self
A new memoirs detailing the triumphs and tragedies associated with learning about one's sexual self, Sexography by Carly Milne opens a new door of discussion about surviving sexual traumas with honesty, wit and hope.
Industry Leaders Gathered in Las Vegas for ParaFest '08
Customers, Partners and Industry Experts from All Over the Globe Gathered to Hear Best Practices in Customer Service, Support and Help Desk
Las Vegas Family Vacation
Summer Vacations are fast approaching. If youre planning to unwind with your kids, you may want to have a Las Vegas family vacation.
Buying from a Real Estate Auction
Buying real estate is something that many people are just not knowledgeable about. They have never attempted it and have no idea what they need to do. The process can be very easy as long as you have some basic information and just so long as you are willing to follow a simple procedure. As such there are several real estate buying methods to choose from and one is surely to fit into the plans that you have made for homeownership.
Real Estate Investing Research: Is There a Real Estate Market Cycle "Crystal Ball"?
Real estate investing research is so very important. Clarity in the real estate marketplace is power. Professional investors have it. Speculators and novices are always seeking for it. It?s why professional investors who understand the real estate market cycles and know how to research real estate markets can make more money in the longer term than speculators and ?flippers? can make in the short term.
Earth Buses Launches a Fleet of Eco-Friendly Luxury Limousine Buses - First of its Kind in Las Vegas
Earth Buses launches a fleet of eco-friendly luxury limousine buses - first of its kind in Las Vegas. Earth Buses is Las Vegas' first and only environmentally friendly luxury limo bus service run entirely on renewable fuel sources.
Golf Club Buying Guide - The Essentials
If you are fairly new to the game, or just new to actually going out and purchasing a club on your own, read through our quick golf club buying guide. It is sure to set you straight on what you need to know about buying the perfect golf club for your needs.