• Introduction

In ADVMoto Live! #21, host Carl Parker talks with Jocelin Snow — adventure rider, trainer, and BMW GS Trophy competitor — about how riders can make the most of their time on two wheels in 2021. From short local rides to full-scale adventures, Jocelin shares strategies for planning routes, preparing gear, finding training opportunities, and staying motivated after a difficult 2020. Whether you’re new to the sport or a seasoned explorer, this episode offers practical advice and inspiration for your next ride.

• Episode Summary

Known for her infectious enthusiasm and passion for empowering new riders, Jocelin Snow shares her insights on how to plan motorcycle travel for any schedule or skill level. As both a small business owner and professional coach, she discusses how to balance work, adventure, and community while helping others discover the joy of riding. From packing lists to digital mapping tools, Jocelin’s tips make it easier than ever to plan your next escape.

• Trip Planning Basics: Learn how Jocelin organizes rides ranging from quick weekend getaways to 30-day expeditions like her ride to Alaska.
• Essential Gear: Her must-carry items include a water filter, tool kit, tracking device, first aid supplies, and tow strap — even for day rides.
• Training and Confidence: Jocelin emphasizes the importance of rider education through schools like RawHyde, West38Moto, and D.A.R.T., as well as home practice routines.
• Digital Tools: Jocelin’s favorite planning program is MyScenicDrives.com — a free, web-based platform that exports routes directly to GPS devices.
• Adventure Mindset: Whether planning solo rides or group tours, Jocelin encourages adaptability, curiosity, and the willingness to get a little lost along the way.
• Community and Events: With rallies and training camps returning after COVID delays, she shares updates on IMS Outdoors, BDR rides, and regional adventure gatherings.

“Eat the cake, buy the bike, take the ride,” Jocelin says. Her message is simple — don’t wait for the perfect time to explore. Make 2021 the year you ride somewhere new and share the experience with others.

• Highlighted Quotes

“Eat the cake, buy the bike, take the ride.” — Jocelin Snow

“Don’t get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life.” — Dolly Parton, quoted by Jocelin Snow

“Adventure travel connects us — not just to places, but to people.” — Jocelin Snow

“You can’t put more years in your life, but you can put more life in your years.” — Jocelin Snow

• Support & Follow-Up

Follow Jocelin Snow on Instagram at @JocelinSnow and check out her latest training updates, garage builds, and GS Trophy adventures. For more stories and upcoming events, visit AdventureMotorcycle.com.

• About ADVMoto Live!

ADVMoto Live! is an original adventure and dual-sport podcast for riders who live and breathe the long way around. Hosted by Carl Parker, the show features explorers, builders, and dreamers whose stories inspire and define the adventure motorcycling community.