Ted Simon is often referred to as a pioneer or founder of adventure motorcycling.

He's no longer riding across the globe yet at 88 years old Ted still has an opinion and is relevant in his ideas of travel and adventure.

Coming up on this episode, Ted tells us to get lost. I'm Jim Martin. This is Adventure Rider Radio. Stay with us.

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