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City Escape: McAlester, Oklahoma

City Escape: McAlester, Oklahoma

This City Escape route showcases western Oklahoma’s relatively lesser-known waterscapes. In addition, you get to enjoy rural cruising and carve through woods where robbers and murderers lurked. Roaring north out of McAlester, US 69 quickly takes you to the shores of Lake Eufaula. You’ll cross several bridges, some

2026 Ténéré 700 World Raid: Taking the Ténéré Farther

2026 Ténéré 700 World Raid: Taking the Ténéré Farther

Yamaha will bring the 2026 Ténéré 700 World Raid dual sport motorcycle to the U.S. market this year. This take on the Ténéré adds expanded long-distance touring capacity to an already capable motorcycle. At its core, the World Raid remains the same as the base model, sporting the well-reviewed

Cherohala Skyway—The Most Expensive Road in North Carolina

Cherohala Skyway—The Most Expensive Road in North Carolina

Spanning 43 miles of sweeping curves and high-elevation vistas, the Cherohala Skyway is one of the Southeast's most iconic scenic byways. Connecting Robbinsville, NC, to Tellico Plains, TN, the road winds through the Cherokee and Nantahala National Forests—hence the name “Chero-hala.” Built over the course of 34

Continental TKC80²— Performance On and Off the Road

Continental TKC80²— Performance On and Off the Road

It’s finally here. After some delays, including production setbacks and even a brand-new machine lost in a shipping container at sea, the second-generation TKC80² tire is available in most sizes. BMW fitments should arrive in August. One of the most trusted dual sport tires got a significant update. I

Tourmaster Zephyr Mesh Jacket and Pants

Tourmaster Zephyr Mesh Jacket and Pants

Tourmaster is on a roll. Last year’s models upped the ante, and now the all-new Zephyr riding get-up is yet another big leap forward. I first tested this gear on a three-day ride in southern California. From dusty trails to fast tarmac and temperatures ranging from 40 to 80