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Nevada’s Red Desert Jewel—Northshore Road

Not all beautiful motorcycling environments in America bristle with abundant plant life and teem with animals. The barren, rugged majesty of the desert makes for a charming ride as well. Northshore Road in southern Nevada is a unique one, even among the many great U.S. desert rides. Despite its

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Billings, Montana Shamrock Tour®: Exploring Montana’s Trailhead

"Is your bike running and in gear?” I said nervously to Luke, one hand on my camera and one hand on the clutch lever. We watched the grizzly make its way toward us, just a few feet away at this point. This was one of the many moments on

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Cuba, MO—Missouri’s Official Mural City

Many towns and cities along Route 66 boast some types of murals. But only one of them is officially dubbed the Mural City. That would be Cuba, MO. This small city of a bit over 3,000 residents sits in Crawford County, some 85 miles southwest from St. Louis. Since

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10 Things to Do In and Around Duluth, MN

If you found yourself reading our recent Duluth, Minnesota Shamrock Tour, you might be wondering what else there is to do and see in this area. Here are some of our favorite spots to explore. Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center Located in Canal Park directly adjacent to the Duluth Ship

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Visit the Route 66 Hall of Fame in Pontiac, IL

Hearing the words “Pontiac” and “Route 66” might bring to your mind images of cruising down the road in a luxurious American-made automobile. Pontiac, IL, might have nothing to do with the car marque, but the city is intricately linked to Route 66—for motorcyclists and car drivers alike. Well,

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Boring, OR—The Most Exciting Place to Visit

Booooooooooring! So you might think, but Boring, OR, is anything but boring. In fact, according to the town’s slogan, it’s the “the most exciting place to live.”  Alright, maybe that’s a bit of marketing hyperbole, but the sentiment stands. There’s plenty of fun stuff to see

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Nebraska: Sugar Sand and Solitude

In the center of Nebraska lies the Sandhills, encompassing more than 19,000 square miles of scattered small towns and ranches, along with half a million cows. This unlikely destination had been on my bucket list for years. Finally, I found myself at Flyover Brewing in Scottsbluff, NE, with my

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Great Smoky Mountains National Park—A Green Paradise

If you haven’t ridden in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park yet, what are you waiting for? Set time for a trip and get in the saddle, because you’re missing out. Covering 522,000 acres on the border of North Carolina and Tennessee, the Great Smoky Mountains National

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Head Out on a Capital Ride in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C., is a city everyone everywhere knows. If nothing else, they’re aware it’s the capital of the United States and home to both the White House and the Congress. But Washington, D.C., is so much more than just the political heart of America. The city

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City Escape: Grand Rapids, MN

Minnesota is called the Land of 10,000 Lakes, but that’s selling it short—there are more than 14,000 lakes in the North Star State. This all-paved City Escape route takes you to see some of the most gorgeous of the bunch. These roads aren’t blessed with

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Ozarks: Coffee, Cuisine, and Cruising

I’ve spent my entire life in the Southwest. I’ve gone from growing up in northern Arizona to a brief stint in southern California and then to calling Colorado my home for the past decade. The thought of living anywhere near the South never crossed my mind. I mean,

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Follow Bonnie and Clyde’s Trail in Joplin, MO

On the surface, Joplin, MO, looks like any other Midwest city along the old Route 66. A closer look, however, reveals a vibrant town with plenty to do and a fascinating history including a tale of two cities and plenty of lead—in the form of both ore and bullets.

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The Birthplace of Route 66—Springfield, MO

Most riders would say Route 66 begins in Chicago (or Los Angeles, depending on your perspective). But although the Windy City is the road’s starting point, that’s not where it begins. To find the birthplace of Route 66, you’ll have to point your front wheel to Springfield,

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6 Things to See Along and Around Skyline Drive

Skyline Drive is one of the iconic byways of America. The road spans 105 miles through Shenandoah National Park in Virginia. The northern terminus is in Front Royal, Virginia. The southern terminus at Rockfish Gap connects to the Blue Ridge Parkway, which takes you south another 469 miles south if

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Visit Dyersville’s Field of Dreams

“People will come, Ray. They'll come to Iowa for reasons they can't even fathom. They'll turn up your driveway not knowing for sure why they're doing it,” said Terence Mann. People know why they’re coming to Dyersville, IA, though. They’re

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City Escape: Ridgeland, Mississippi

Although Mississippi doesn’t have ultra-twisty mountain roads, the state is prime grounds for a calm ride through a serene rural setting. This route out of Ridgeland, on the outskirts of Jackson, takes you on a long, meandering loop that can help you get your mind off whatever might bother

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Perfect Mountain Curves—Ozark Highlands Scenic Byway

The Ozark Highlands Scenic Byway (OHSB) is a tailor-made road for any motorcyclist on the prowl for curves and gorgeous forested mountain scenery. It’s not a very long road, but we’re talking about a serious “quality over quantity” situation here. This beautiful stretch of asphalt consists of an

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George Washington Heritage Trail

The three counties of West Virginia’s eastern panhandle (Jefferson, Berkeley, and Morgan) were where young George Washington spent much of his time as a surveyor. Later, he returned here to enjoy the region’s scenic splendor and soak in the hot springs. Many of America’s seminal historical events

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The Serpent of 62 and Other Great Roads Around Madison, IN

This is a story about a lifelong love of motorcycles and an appreciation for curves. It’s also a tale of how I was lucky enough to end up living in the midst of some of the best roads in the country.  Madison, IN, is known for a lot of

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10 of RoadRUNNER’s Favorite International Motorcycling Destinations

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10 Things to Do In and Around Chehalis, WA

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West Texas: Where America’s Legends and Reality Meet

West Texas is, in many ways, a microcosm of the U.S. itself. It’s a place where our history and myth collide with our contemporary identity, where our ideal of ourselves as a nation contrasts with the reality of everyday life. With big skies, wide-open spaces, and long roads,

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Discover the Proud Route 66 History of Galena, KS

Back in its glory days, many small towns across America thrived on the steady flow of motorists on Route 66. Although the Mother Road is long gone, many of these places still hold on firmly to its legacy. One such place is Galena, KS. This small city of roughly 2,

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The Spine of Missouri—SR 19 in Mark Twain National Forest

You’ve ridden on the backs of dragons and demons but how about an entire state? That’s what you can do on SR 19, also called the Spine of Missouri. Well, I know at least one rider who has called it that. It’s a good and appropriate name,

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