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Motorcycling Guide to North Carolina

North Carolina offers an unmatched playground for motorcyclists seeking varied, technical riding in gorgeous surroundings. The Tarheel State serves a smorgasbord of distinct scenic regions, excellent roads, and a long riding season. Multiple renowned riding roads wind their way through the state. To name just some of them, you’ll

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Sitgreaves Pass

Sitgreaves Pass is a gap in Arizona’s Black Mountains. Located on the Oatman Highway section of Route 66, it offers natural beauty and real danger in equal measures. The first known European to have passed through the gap is Edward Fitzgerald Beale, who was commissioned to survey and construct

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Putting the ‘S’ in Scenic—Salmon River Scenic Byway

Idaho may not be the first state that pops to your mind when planning a motorcycle tour. You shouldn’t ignore the Gem State, though, or you’ll miss out on some first-rate roads—like the Salmon River Scenic Byway. This 163-mile route certainly deserves the “scenic” moniker, with a

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Kansas Route 66

Short and Sweet Although Kansas claims only 13 miles of Route 66, this short stretch packs in plenty of character. Winding through the state’s southeastern corner, it passes through three towns—Galena, Riverton, and Baxter Springs—each with its one-of-a-kind connection to the Mother Road. The journey begins in

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New Mexico Route 66

Land of Enchantment Crossing into New Mexico, Route 66 takes on a completely new personality. The flat plains of Texas give way to dramatic mesas, red rock cliffs, and high desert expanses that seem to stretch forever. The light here is sharper, and the sense of history is deeper. Much

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Arizona Route 66

High Desert, Low Crowds Arizona brings on a dramatic blend of high desert landscapes, rugged mountains, and towns steeped in history. Stretching nearly 400 miles from the New Mexico border to California, this part of the Mother Road showcases everything that makes a cross-country ride unforgettable. The winding highways bring

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Missouri Route 66

Show Me More After crossing the Mississippi from Illinois, Route 66 winds through more than 300 miles of rolling hills, cozy towns, and vibrant green countryside of Missouri. The Show Me State features some of the longest rideable stretches of the original highway still in existence today. Riders on Missouri’

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An Unforgettable Ride Awaits in Pulaski County, MO

To ride the open road is to imbibe the spirit of adventure and freedom. No other road in American history has represented those ideals better than Historic Route 66, which has carried bikers from the Windy City to the sunny shores of the Pacific Ocean for 100 years.  In Pulaski

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California Route 66

End of the Road California represents the final leg of Route 66, where the Mother Road meets the Pacific Ocean after thousands of miles across the heartland and deserts of America. Covering roughly 316 miles from the Arizona border to Santa Monica, California transitions from desert landscapes and towns to

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Illinois Route 66

Route 66 Begins Illinois holds a special status as Route 66’s official starting point. The journey begins at the corner of Adams St and Michigan Ave in downtown Chicago, where you’ll find the iconic Begin Route 66 sign. From there, the road stretches southwest across 300 miles of

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5 US Destinations for an Early-Season Spring Motorcycle Ride

The winter puts an end to the riding season in many places across the U.S. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, since the cold months are a great chance to maintain your motorcycle or perhaps read that motorcycling book that’s been sitting on your coffee table. Eventually,

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Review: Wigwam Motel—Holbrook, AZ

The Wigwam Motel in Holbrook is unique these days. Originally, it was a part of a small chain of Wigwam Villages built in the 1930s and 1940s, which has now dwindled to just two independent locations.  This motel features free-standing concrete and steel tipis (not wigwams like the name would

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See All of Vermont Along SR 100

To many motorcycle enthusiasts, the best riding roads are those that let you see as much as possible along their length. SR 100 in Vermont is certainly among them.  After all, it lets you see all of the Green Mountain State. Vermont SR 100 is a roughly 210-mile-long stretch of

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Where Route 66 Begins—Chicago, IL

Chicago is a legendary city for many reasons, from jazz music to Prohibition-era gangsters, baseball, and unique hot dogs. Motorcyclists, however, have a wholly unique reason to ride to the Windy City. This is where Route 66 begins. I suppose you could also argue that this is where the Mother

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The California Dream

If you spend enough time riding Route 66, you start to feel the ghosts tug at your sleeves. Not in a spooky way, but in the gentle, persistent way history taps you on the shoulder. Out west, dreams aren’t just born; they migrate. And for decades, they all seemed

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Review: El Rey Court—Santa Fe, NM

El Rey Court in Santa Fe is a classic Route 66 motor court with deep roots in the Mother Road’s history. Opened in 1936, it provides a convenient and stylish stop for motorcyclists exploring the high desert of New Mexico. The property’s adobe architecture gives it an unmistakably

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The Historic Brick Road

One of the most distinctive surviving stretches of Route 66 in Illinois is the hand-laid brick road south of Auburn, about 20 miles from Springfield. Known simply as the Brick Road, this 1.4-mile segment is a rare opportunity to experience the Mother Road much as travelers did nearly a

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Flagstaff, AZ—The Capital of Northern Arizona

Flagstaff is commonly renowned as the outdoors paradise of Arizona, but the city offers more for motorcyclists than just magnificent mountainscapes. Steeped in history, Flagstaff was also a significant stop along Route 66. Proud of the part it played in the story of the Mother Road, both the old and

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Find the True Appalachia in Boone, NC

The city of Boone sits in western North Carolina, in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It’s a prime destination for any motorcyclist looking to immerse themselves in all things Appalachia. Boone is surrounded by fantastic riding opportunities in all directions. Squiggly mountain roads stretch out of the

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Blue Whale of Catoosa

The Blue Whale of Catoosa is one of the more whimsical roadside attractions in Oklahoma. Sitting on a small pond just off the highway, this giant blue whale began life in the early 1970s. It was originally a simple backyard project by Hugh Davis, who built it as a surprise

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The Town With A Famous Corner—Winslow, AZ

Nestled along historic Route 66, Winslow, AZ, carries the weight of railroads, Native American heritage, roadside kitsch, and genuine small‑town charm. For motorcycle riders, Winslow is a must-visit if you’re motoring down the Mother Road, or are visiting the area in general.  This is where the spirit of

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The End of Route 66—Santa Monica, CA

All good things must come to an end. When motorcycling through Route 66, the road ends in Santa Monica, CA. Or that could be where your journey starts, depending on which way you’re going. We started our ride in Illinois, though, so Santa Monica is where we put the

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Follow Lewis and Clark’s Trail Over Lemhi Pass

On August 12, 1805, Meriwether Lewis led three members of the Lewis and Clark Expedition over the Continental Divide. He had discovered a “large and plain Indian road” that took his group over the Lemhi Pass, from which he first saw the Columbia River. Today, you can hop on your

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Review: Blue Swallow Motel—Tucumcari, NM

Arriving at the Blue Swallow Motel is like riding into the past. Only, this motel has been lovingly restored, neon-lit, and made perfectly comfortable for modern-day motorcyclists.  We stayed here last summer on our Route 66 trip, and it was one of the most memorable stops of the entire journey.

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6 Romantic Ohio Hotels for You and Your Pillion Rider

Everything’s more fun on a motorcycle—including spending time with your special someone. Whether you’re riding two-up or sitting in the saddles of separate bikes, motorcycling brings you and your dearest together like few other things can. Ohio might not be your first state that pops to your