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Horsefly snouts, precision manufacturing, and 3d printing Scroll to the bottom of the page to download or play the Podcast.   It is also available on iTunes, Android, or Stitcher.  And if you like the show please subscribe on any of those channels and leave a review.  Thanks! In this episode we learn about a fantastic resource for those small businesses and entrepreneurs in our area that are developing a manufacturing focused business. The start up process for these types of businesses can be incredibly challenging due the prohibitive cost of the manufacturing tools, machines, and facilities. Many of these necessities have price tags in the hundreds of thousands of dollars and require highly skilled and trained operators. Fortunately for those in this situation help is available. The Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advanced Flexible Manufacturing exists just to serve this purpose. We started the conversation in the machine shop area and went through some demonstrations first.  Then we talked in detail with Jamie Cope about the mission of RCBI.  In the podcast you’ll hear the conversation with Jamie first and the machine shop tour and demonstration next. From the RCBI website: About RCBI The Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advanced Flexible Manufacturing (RCBI) encourages job creation, economic development, innovation and entrepreneurship by supporting manufacturing companies of all sizes. We offer leading-edge equipment use and specialized training for everyone from sole proprietors to Fortune 500 companies. Simply put, our goal is to use our Advanced Manufacturing Technology Centers across West Virginia to provide the resources that individuals and companies need to create, sustain, and expand their businesses. In addition to providing leased use of high-tech equipment, workforce development programs, Quality Management Implementation, and customized workforce training, RCBI assists companies in electronic networking and procurement – particularly with federal contracts. The technologies available at RCBI Advanced Manu

In Episode 3 of Triple Sevens Expedition Radio we’re talking with Bill Currey, founder and Chairman of the Coal River Group.  The Coal River Group (CRG) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the protecting, preserving, and promoting the Coal River watershed. Since 2004 the Group has been working to restore the quality of the watershed and increase river recreation in southern West Virginia. After visiting with Bill at the CRG Science and Education Center Steve and I went to have lunch at Four Brothers Coffee. While there we’d reflect on the conversation we’d just had with Bill and the fascination we’d both just developed for the Coal River. It is a very good lunch spot and the atmosphere is great.  But please there is some background noise for the first couple minutes. Thanks for taking the time to listen.  And thanks to our sponsors for helping make the show possible. Warn TNT Customs Kargo Master CVT Baja Designs Hidden Trails Motorsports StandWatch.org The Coal River Group Tembo Tusk Factor 55 Bell Helmets   If you like the show please subscribe to us on iTunes, Android, or Stitcher, and leave a review of the show.   Show notes: 12:30            Pioneering River Cleanup 14:05            Getting to the problem 17:19             Silt mitigation 21:11             To

In Episode 2 of Triple Sevens Expedition Radio we’re talking with Scott Fields from the Uwharrie Offroad Training Center and Chris Cagle from the El Dorado Outpost.   We learn more about each of those outfits and go in depth on the upcoming BF Goodrich 36 Hours of Uwharrie offroad triathlon. Thanks for taking the time to listen.  And thanks to our sponsors for helping make the show possible. Warn TNT Customs Kargo Master CVT Baja Designs Hidden Trails Motorsports StandWatch.org The Coal River Group Tembo Tusk Factor 55 Bell Helmets If you like the show please subscribe to us on iTunes, Android, or Stitcher, and leave a review of the show. Show notes: 7:30               El Dorado Outpost 9:00              Backcountry Driving School 11:35             Overland Experts 13:45             Origins of the BF Goodrich 36 Hours of Uwharrie 15:30             Northeast Offroad Adventures 17:10             There’s always more to learn 19:40             Tread Lightly 21:57             Florida Adventure Safari 28:20            What is the BF Goodrich 36 Hours of Uwharrie 43:38             Sponsor Teams 47:04             Prize Packages  podcast

-Podcast at the bottom of the page-   Thanks to StandWatch.org for our medkit.  It goes without saying that First Aid knowledge and preparation is one of the primary necessities for anyone that participates in outdoor and adventure sports.  Basic preparedness can literally be the difference maker in a life or death situation.  And while I’ve had a bit of basic training I won’t even begin go into tips or advice on this topic.  There are many people in the Overland community far more qualified than I.  In fact, the My Medic webpage appears to be a pretty good source.  There is even an Outdoor Adventure First Aid Guide in this kit that at quick glance looks to have tons of helpful information. While we’re on the topic of StandWatch and medical care it’s worth sharing their upcoming Veteran support clinic on May 25th.  On this day The StandWatch.org medical team will provide field medical services during the Run for the Wall overnight stop in Hurricane, West Virginia.  The annual Run for the Wall brings together thousands of bikers and their supporters as they make their way across the United States from Ontario Californian to Washington D.C. to honor veterans, particularly those who fought in the Vietnam War.  And every year they stop overnight in Hurricane, WV, our home town. This sponsor/partnership with StandWatch is one of our favorites.  Not just because of personal connections and the geographic closeness.  But because these guys are truly out there trying to make a difference.  They saw a problem and mobilized to provide a solution.  Zac Northup, Al Conaway, and Dr. Melin Moses (the founders) and many volunteers are working to fill the gap that veterans face while waiting for assistance or treatment from other providers.  This wait has proven to be far too long for too many of our Veterans.  StandWatch provides free medical care for those Veterans.  We’ll be hanging out and lending a hand with them on Wednesday and have many more joint operations in the works. If you’d like to know

In this episode of Triple Sevens Radio we’re talking with Zac Northup and Al Conaway, two thirds of the non-profit Veteran Care startup, StandWatch.org. In this conversation you’ll get an introduction to StandWatch and hear all about the service they are offering our veterans and the problems they’re trying to alleviate. We’ll get the details of their upcoming Rally Point, where they will provide free healthcare to veterans in need. And we’ll tell you how you can help, where you can register for the 5k and color run being held in conjuction with the rally point, and how you can support StandWatch as they try to support our veterans in need. Check our video of their HDT Global Tent setup Check out their fantastic and admirable mission at www.standwatch.org, www.facebook.com/standwatchorg, and for those of you in the area register for the 5k run/walk and color run coming up on Saturday February 27. Come on out and have a great time, support StandWatch, and see their mobile medical unit in action. In the meantime follow along at our site www.three777.com for more updates from the Triple Sevens team as we continue to prepare for the BF Goodrich 36 Hours of Uwharrie coming up in August of this year. Find out more at our website, at www.facebook.com/triplesevens, and www.instagram.com/three.777.x Show Notes 1:21                Origins of StandWatch.org 2:03               The current process for Veterans seeking care 2:30                The system is broken 3:47                The solution 5:28                Dr. Melin Moses 10:16              Expedition Overland 14:10              Tents, Gear, Etc. 14:57              HDT Global 15:10              Tent setup video 15:55              Hours of operation 17:15               Registration details 19:02             Date and Times 19:30