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4 - Wheeler Herpin'!!!!!
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by CottonmouthKyle on September 22, 2008
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Because of the gas issue we are ALL havin' I decided to start herpin' on my 4- wheeler! The first night of herping I found 2 dusky pygmy rattlers, 2 banded water snakes and 2 eastern garter snakes. I live right ny Swamp rd so its very conveinent. Does anyone else use this method of snake huntin'????
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by Chris_Harper on September 22, 2008
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I've herped a bit on my motorcycle, but at the moment I'm laid up with a little "back surgery". Personally, I think the future for herpers is leaning toward motorcycle herping, since fuel prices are only down temporarily, and will go up over the next decade. Most motorcycles get over 48mpg, and many as high as 70mpg.
While probably cost prohibitive, the BMW R1200 GS Adventure represents the ideal herping motorcycle. It will run on either highways, dirt roads or mudholes, and has plenty of storage. Having a motorcycle myself, I can see that one of the bigger problems would be keeping the temperature in the saddlebags at a tolerable temp for herps. The bike could easily be outfitted with snake handling tools and snake bags.
Add to that some GMRS/FRS Radios, a GPS, and some rain gear, and you've got yourself a real adventure.
Currently, I recommend the Garmin Streetpilot 2720 - while they last. I just picked up a second one on eBay for $140. Take advantage of the fact that this model DOESN'T have bluetooth, mp3 and XM capability. Those are the options that have driven the sister model - 2820 cost up to $700 more than the 2720!
As for motorcycles, if you want to go offroad, you'll want a "dual purpose" bike like the BMW I mentioned above. There are many brands available, and I suggest you start with www.Craigslist.com to find the best deals.
Additionally, I wouldn't get anything smaller than 500cc's.
~CH
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by agkistrodude on September 23, 2008
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I bought a Yamaha 4-wheeler 2.5 years ago mainly for herping and hunting. Works great.What I like about it over a motorcycle is that you can carry allot more cargo on a 4-wheeler.Not to mention the 4 wheel drive. Marty
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by SerpenXotics on September 23, 2008
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just bought a 04' xr 650 l my new favorite road cruiser. Just installed new lights and am thinking some spotlighting as well. I love it because it is nothing to ride right down a road and swap on to a trail on this bad boy without changing speed...I have been thinking of putting together a group herp-ride for southeatern bikers!!!
Joe
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by Chris_Harper on September 24, 2008
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I've done a lot of research on this, and I have looked at every dual purpose motorcycle available. The winner, hands down, is the Kawasaki KLR 650 which retails new for $5599. Used ones in great condition can be found for $3000+. The price alone makes this motorcycle one of the best choices, but the 55 to 60 mpg and the 6.1 gallon fuel tank cinch the deal. This is by far the largest fuel tank available in these models, with comparable sized engines. If you want to set one up for herping, Google the term "KLR 650 Panniers" or "Adventure Touring Motorcycles". There are people that ride these bikes all over North America set up exactly the way we need them. All of the hard work has already been done.
For examples, see this link:
http://boojum.smugmug.com/photos/65248610-M.jpg
and this one: http://www.advrider.com/
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by Cro on September 24, 2008
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I would like to have one of the ROKON TrailBreakers.
You would not be able to drive it day to day on the paved roads, but it would be lighter and more agile than a 4x4 ORV, and could be used for snake hunting the sand and gravel roads, as well in the woods and fields.
I think it would be a lot of fun.
http://www.rokon.com/products/trailbrkr.htm
Best Regards John Z
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by Chris_Harper on September 24, 2008
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Any ORV would be nice once you are in a location to herp, but the difference with the Kawasaki KLR 650, is that I could ride it from my house all the way to the Apalachicola, and then use it to herp on and off trail. And get 60 mpg while doing it. If gas prices continue to climb, there HAS to be an alternative, and I think this is it. Probably wouldn't hurt to jump in before things get too hectic.
My primary driver right now is a Suzuki Boulevard C50T, like this one, except mine has a Mustang Seat and Lindbar highway bars. I get 48 mpg, but it's definitely not made for dirt roads.
http://www.motorcycle-journal.com/forum/attachments/cruisers/13059d1209733705-feedback-suzuki-m50-c50t-request-p1010018.jpg
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