Of Dust and Dreams: BDR Planning Guide from WizzWare
For many riders, the idea of taking on a Backcountry Discovery Route starts with excitement – wide open landscapes, remote mountain passes, old mining towns, endless dirt roads, and the freedom that only adventure riding can deliver. But once the trip becomes real, so do the questions.
- What’s a BDR really like?
- What gear should you bring?
- How much fuel range do you actually need?
- How should you pack?
- What happens if the bike breaks down miles from service?
- How do you budget for a multi-day BDR trip without forgetting critical equipment or expenses?
That is exactly why we created Of Dust and Dreams: BDR Planning Guide.
Based on our personal experiences, this new planning guide was designed specifically for adventure riders preparing for Backcountry Discovery Routes and long-distance motorcycle travel. Whether you’re planning your very first BDR or refining your setup for future expeditions, this guide helps organize the preparation process into a clear, practical system.
Built for Real Adventure Riders
Unlike generic travel planners, Of Dust and Dreams focuses on the unique challenges of adventure motorcycling. The guide walks riders through the decisions that matter before the wheels ever start turning.
The book includes sections covering:
- Planning and route decisions
- Navigation and communication strategies
- Gear and logistics preparation
- Packing systems and load management
- Safety and mechanical preparation
- Legal and financial readiness
- Equipment recommendations and trip considerations
- Downloadable-style planning worksheets
- Packing lists
- Budget tracking spreadsheets and preparation tools
The goal was simple: create the kind of planning resource we wished we had before our own long-distance rides.
Designed to Be Used – Not Just Read
One of the core ideas behind Of Dust and Dreams was usability. It’s designed to be written in, referenced, highlighted, and used while actively planning your trips. Riders can organize notes, reminders, route research, gear decisions, and last-minute adjustments all in one place.
The included planning tools and budget worksheets to help avoid one of the most common problems in adventure travel: forgetting the small details that become major problems later.
Why We Created It
At WizzWare, we spend a lot of time around motorcycles, route planning, GoPro filming systems, and backcountry travel. We are often asked about how to get started, so we built a single resource to bring the planning process together into something organized, practical, and rider-focused.
Of Dust and Dreams: BDR Planning Guide is the result.
Available Now on Amazon
The book is now available on Amazon for riders preparing for Backcountry Discovery Routes, multi-day adventure rides, and long-distance motorcycle travel.
If you are dreaming about your next ride into the mountains, desert, forests, or remote backcountry roads, this guide was built to help you prepare with confidence.
Your route begins long before the engine starts.
