The Perfect Storm: Exploring Costa Rica on Dirtbikes & Adventure Bikes

It's no secret that Costa Rica has some incredible riding on tap. From deep jungle single track to apocalyptic volcanic ash fields to long mountain roads. Simon and Randy headed down to explore with the team from Ultimate Rides and document the trip. Feature story and more photos in Issue 35 of Upshift: bit.ly/2issu35q
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[@garyketola9101]

that's #1 on my bucket list yeah!

[@stevenbury3980]

08:30 British humour right there."It's a bit foggy out":

[@Davidkxf]

That volcano looks like a scene from WW1

[@rocketrollsvlogs7625]

I would love to see Costa Rica on a dirt bike.

[@ridersride1]

Pura Vida !!!

[@diessemartin]

Wow..!!! super ride and video..tks…!!! what level of skill do i need for this trip..?? i start riding enduro only 2 years ago..??

[@UPSHIFT_ONLINE]

The ride we were on was pretty challenging. But the nice thing about the guys at Ultimate Rides is they could tailor the ride to your level.

[@evenstevenmotodrone735]

Thanks Brandon Glanville for sharing me this video. 🏍🇨🇷

[@UPSHIFT_ONLINE]

My pleasure! Thank you for watching

[@Jaffa1951]

Tough stuff

[@whereverimayroam74]

Do you have any maps of where you rode. Not super excited for the crazy single track you hit but everything else looked like a dream.

[@UPSHIFT_ONLINE]

We do not. We were with a guide service. And we have learned the hard way... sharing routes and maps in our position is a recipe for disaster. It's always going to piss someone off.

[@whereverimayroam74]

@@UPSHIFT_ONLINE - Unfortunate but I can see how that could be the case.

[@tareksaba1ify]

11:03 LOL

[@ExpatonTwoWheels]

Looks like a great ride! Would be more fun if it didn't rain so much. Was that the monsoon season? Definitely wanna check that out one day

[@UPSHIFT_ONLINE]

Just luck of the draw. They have had perfect weather since.

[@markperrella5546]

wow! awesome riding! i take it, its not made for DR650 LOL

[@CuRbFamez]

What volcano was that?

[@UPSHIFT_ONLINE]

It's been a minute. Couldn't tell you off hand.

[@TokyotimTech]

Looks a lot like enduro in Thailand wet and nasty haha nice video

[@Han-vq5qs]

What boot do you recommend for all the water crossings and those conditions ? Amazing looking place ;)

[@UPSHIFT_ONLINE]

We tend to rely on the Alpinestars Tech 10 the most. The Tech 7 also has it's place. We also wear Sidi Crossfire 3 often. Water is going to get in over the top regardless if it's deep so "waterproof" isn't something we really look for.

[@Han-vq5qs]

Yeah I’ve had my eye on the Alpinestars Tech 7 enduro purely more on price perspective but the sidi crossfire 3 srs and Gaerne sg12 are an extra $350 seem like a better quality boot probably last twice as long think I’m just goin to get the tech 7 lol

[@UPSHIFT_ONLINE]

We really like the Tech 7. It's not quite as protective, but it offers fantastic bike feel and control.

[@tareksaba1ify]

I am not sure if this is fun? Little too wet

[@stevematheny1643]

Lol that's funny👍

[@mrbelinus]

There're rain season and dry season, so that's not a problem.