{"product_id":"the-dirt-social","title":"Sun 23 Aug: The Dirt Social","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover the Roads Less Travelled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin us for \u003cstrong\u003eThe Dirt Social\u003c\/strong\u003e, a relaxed introduction to the world of \u003cstrong\u003esoft roading\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed for riders who want to explore the UK's network of \u003cstrong\u003eByways Open to All Traffic (BOATs)\u003c\/strong\u003e and unsealed roads without tackling extreme off-road terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEver wondered where those little green lanes on the map actually go?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e an enduro day or motocross experience. Instead, it's about building confidence, learning new skills and discovering a completely different side of motorcycling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you ride an adventure bike, scrambler or even something more road-focused with suitable tyres, we'll show you how enjoyable venturing off the tarmac can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Soft Roading?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft roading uses legal \u003cstrong\u003eByways Open to All Traffic (BOATs)\u003c\/strong\u003e, unsurfaced roads and gentle trails that remain public highways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll learn how to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRide safely on loose gravel, dirt and uneven surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImprove slow-speed balance and bike control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose the correct riding position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the terrain ahead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild confidence away from the tarmac\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand responsible green lane riding and countryside etiquette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no races, no pressure and no expectation of previous off-road experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGuided Ride\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the day we'll be riding a carefully planned route using BOATs and quiet lanes across \u003cstrong\u003eHertfordshire and the surrounding countryside\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced ride leaders will be on hand throughout the day to offer advice, encouragement and tips as your confidence grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere will be plenty of opportunities to stop, ask questions, take photos and enjoy the scenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs This Event For Me?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis day is ideal if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave always wanted to try green laning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwn an adventure bike or scrambler but have never taken it off road\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to improve your bike handling skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoy exploring places most riders never see\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer a relaxed, social riding day rather than a challenging off-road experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you can confidently ride on the road, we'll help you with the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Motorcycles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost adventure bikes, scramblers and dual-purpose motorcycles are suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExamples include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarley-Davidson Pan America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriumph Scrambler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriumph Tiger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBMW GS models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHonda Africa Twin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHonda Transalp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYamaha Ténéré 700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzuki V-Strom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoyal Enfield Himalayan \u0026amp; 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