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Virginia: Riding Skyline Drive

I shuddered as the dark shadow raced across the asphalt and straight over me. Looking up, I could immediately see the cause—a huge turkey vulture was soaring not so far above me. It seemed to be purposely aiming its rapidly moving shadow at me. This was just one of

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From Hardware to Music—Bluegrass at Bellamy

Bluegrass music is all about celebrating the history and folk traditions of the Appalachian region where it was born (in addition to the nice tunes, that is). While the music sounds good over the stereo, the experience gets a whole lot better if you go catch a concert at a

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10 Interesting Things to Do In and Around Sebring, FL

Sebring is a city that sits about smack-dab in the middle of the Florida peninsula. Its location makes it a fantastic base from which to ride out for motorcycle adventures. Both the Atlantic and Gulf coastlines are within easy access along the legendary Cracker Trail that passes by Sebring. Even

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10 Things to Do In and Around Jasper, AR

If you found yourself reading our recent Jasper, Arkansas Shamrock Tour, you might be wondering what else there is to do and see in this area. While the curvy roads are plentiful, there are several neat things to check out in this part of the Ozarks. Buffalo River Floating on

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Chehalis, Washington Shamrock Tour®

My mother loves Dick’s—the fast food chain, that is. She has had a lifelong love affair with the old-fashioned hamburger stand that opened in Seattle the same year she was born: 1954. Dick’s Drive-In is a staple of the Seattle metropolitan area, with nine current locations peppered

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The Hidden Gem of the Nantahala Forest—Wayah Road and Wayah Bald Road

Wayah Road winds through the breathtaking scenery of North Carolina's Nantahala National Forest. Beginning near Franklin, NC, Wayah Rd stretches approximately 28 miles, connecting US 64 and US 74. This route leads riders through the dense forest, alongside rushing streams and through countless twists and turns. It also

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City Escape: Kansas City, Missouri

By the mid-19th century, the U.S. had expanded through the slavery-supporting state of Missouri to its border with the future state of Kansas, which wanted to come into the Union as a “free state.” During the years preceding the Civil War, armed citizens fought over Kansas’ future status during

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10 Fun Things to Do In and Around Fredericksburg, TX

If you haven’t already ridden your motorcycle in Fredericksburg, TX, you’re missing out. Located in the hill country of central Texas, this city is close to great riding roads, from the Willow City Loop to the Twisted Sisters. The fun doesn’t end when the ride does, though.

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California: Going Out to Get Back In (to Yourself)

I found myself on long, narrow roads that reach to some far-off place, alone. The desert passed by, Joshua trees eclipsing the sun. The silence of solo travel in a barren landscape. Out here, it is the in-between that matters, with the destination being somewhat unimportant. Bands of two-lane asphalt

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Lockwood Valley Washout

“The greatest adventure is what lies ahead.” J.R.R. Tolkien There is a beginning, middle, and ending to every story. Everyone knows that—this one, however, is different. The Lockwood Creek reversed everything. A sign reading “ROAD CLOSED DUE TO FLOODING” stopped us in our tracks. The disappointing road

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Capacity’s Fearless Adventure: A Coast-to-Coast Adventure

I always wanted to do a cross-country solo ride, but I had no idea how to break it to my business partner. This past summer, he entered my office and announced, “I’m going to Europe for a month.”  “Enjoy!” I said. “I’ll hold down the fort—but when

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Discover the Rugged Beauty of Park Loop Road in Maine

Coastal Maine is among the most ruggedly beautiful regions in the entire country. If you’d like to enjoy this gorgeous region to the fullest, you should take your bike to Park Loop Road on Mount Desert Island. Park Loop Rd is a 27-mile-long two-lane loop road that follows Mount

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Everything in One Place—Athens, OH

Athens is your gateway to a whole bunch of excellent riding roads. No, not the Greek capital—we’re talking about Athens, OH. This welcoming city sits on the Hocking River in southeastern Ohio, some 20 miles from the West Virginia border. Athens, named after the ancient Greek city, is

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Solve the Supernatural Mysteries of Spook Hill

Florida is internationally famous for… Unusual activities, shall we say. There’s a place in the Sunshine State, however, where motorcyclists can have a real run-in with the supernatural. Or so it would seem, at least.  We’re talking about Spook Hill, where an unnatural force takes control of your

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The Safest Haunted Town in America—Sleepy Hollow, NY

You’re walking through town in the dead of night when you hear a sound, as if an engine revving in the distance. You look down the road and there, on top of a hill against the pale full moon, you see a motorcycle popping a wheelie. But to your

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Beware the Highway of Death—US 285

Many famous motorcycling roads have nicknames that describe their characters. The High Road to Taos takes you to the mountains, the Skyline Drive shows off the scenery of the Shenandoah Valley, and the various Dragons promise curves aplenty. And then you have Death Highway. It’s exactly what it sounds

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Learn the German History of Franken’s Rock—Frankenstein, MO

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Jasper, Arkansas Shamrock Tour®

Jasper is the perfect rally point to ride anywhere in northern Arkansas, and seemingly every road in this part of the state is a gem. SR 7, or Scenic Byway 7, leads into Jasper from the north and the south. It is rarely straight for more than a few hundred

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Classic Roads: Deadman Pass, OR

When regular people hear a name like Deadman Pass, they generally think it best to steer clear. Motorcyclists are built a little different, though, and a morbid moniker such as this is an invitation to hop in the saddle. Deadman Pass is also known as Deadman’s Pass or Dead

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A Ride So Good It’s a Sin—The Ohio Demon’s Triangle

Ohio is a unique place. Where else can you become a motorcycle exorcist? You can start your devil-busting escapades by letting your tires rip all across the Demon’s Backbone. But if that ride leaves you hankering for more evil to put in its place, the Demon’s Triangle has

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Beware the Boogeymen of Boogertown, NC

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Wild West’s Illegal Den of Sin—Deadwood, SD

Many old Wild West towns had a—shall we say—seedy reputation. But you’d be hard-pressed to find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy as Deadwood, SD. The city’s outlaw status began immediately with its founding in the mid-1870s. Deadwood was an illegal town. It was

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New Mexico: The Land (and Sky) of Enchantment

There is an inexplicable sense of magic in the air as soon as you enter New Mexico. This sacred land is a Southwestern gem, a place where the natural world, culture, and spirit are entwined. I wanted to find out what made this place so magical in the first place,

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The Devil's Stairs—Wicked Fun in North Carolina

There won’t be a stairway to heaven over where we’re going. You’ll still have a great ride, though. North Carolina has a deservedly great reputation as a motorcycling destination, and the Devil’s Stairs takes you on some of the most sinfully fun of them all. All

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Ride to the End of the World—Centralia, PA

Have you ever wondered what Earth will look like once 99.9% of humanity is gone? Motoring to Centralia, PA, will give you an ominous taste of the end of the world. I can’t rightly call Centralia a ghost town because it has residents—a whopping five stubborn souls