Just went to Pismo from the 21st to the 24th. It was my first time in the sand on my bike/or any bike. What a blast! I got a sand pro 8 paddle for the trip hooked up really nice. I also took my buddies YZF 400 for a spin. Nice 4 stroker. I kinda see why you guys ride the 500's in the sand. OOPS forgot to mention I have a KX 125. You could say it is under powered in the sand (LOL). I'll post some pics of the trip ASAP.