Are We Eco-Warriors?
I've seen several articles recently that talk about the interests adventure riders have in “sustainable and eco-conscious” riding. In the forums I read, I never see riders discussing purchases based on low emissions (a factor often described in motorcycling enviro pieces) nor necessarily moving to ‘eco-friendly’ tours. This is not to say that the riding community does not care about the environment. Indeed, on a daily basis I see photos shared of the beauty of the Australian environment, and beyond to other nations. I see riders expressing the wonder of spots they know or find and, where possible, see an occasional photo of wildlife. There's something enjoyable about that in particular. But does this make you ‘eco’? This is not to say that the riding community does not care about…