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Kancamagus Highway

The White Mountains are one of the most beautiful and scenic regions in the entire northeastern U.S. Motoring down the Kancamagus Highway puts you right in the middle of it all. The Kancamagus Highway is known by many names, including the Kancamagus Scenic Byway, New Hampshire SR 112 (its

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8 Best Fall Motorcycle Rides in Kansas

When you think of fall motorcycle rides, you’re probably picturing roads meandering under expansive orange canopies. Kansas, however, offers a different kind of scenery. The vast prairies and grasslands of Kansas can be just as gorgeous in the fall as the forests of the Great Smoky Mountains. Additionally, the

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In the Middle of Middle Tennessee—Watertown, TN

Middle Tennessee is known for its rich history, unique cedar groves, and—of course—Nashville the Music City. Watertown, TN, is a charming little burg that gives you easy access to all of this and more astride your motorcycle. Watertown is located along US 70, merely 10 miles from Lebanon

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Tuscany, Italy—In Search of Iconic Images

Ah, Tuscany. This magical region of northern Italy paints so many iconic images in the mind of anyone who has ever seen TV shows or magazine articles featuring it. Rolling sun-kissed fields of velvet green with winding unpaved roads, lined with tall cypress trees leading to idyllic hilltop farmsteads. Medieval

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Review: Hidden Springs Inn—Reserve, NM

If you blink, you just might ride right through the town of Reserve, NM, without even realizing it. That’s exactly what happened to me the night I planned to stay at the Hidden Springs Inn. After an exceptionally long day of off-road motorcycling, it was well after dark by

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See Unforgettable Fall Foliage on the Triple Nickel

Many great motorcycling routes let you admire the annual changing of the leaves from the saddle. To find one of the most stunning fall rides in the eastern U.S., and perhaps the whole country, you should head to Zanesville, OH—the starting point of the Triple Nickel. The Triple

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The Boys of Summer, Part 3: Illinois to Washington

Although baseball is a beloved pastime on the East Coast, the age-old American sport is merely an echo that travels gently toward the Pacific Ocean. There are no obstructions along its path, so it might resonate with the people trapped in the noise. After Wrigley and Guaranteed Rate fields (the

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9 Best Beaches to Ride to on Hawaii’s O’ahu Island

Let’s be real here—there’s no such thing as a bad beach on O’ahu. Some of them, however, are better for motorcyclists than others. That might be because they’re easily accessible by motorcycle, offer nearby attractions that speak to riders, or are out of the way

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City Escape: Allentown, PA

“Well, we’re living here in Allentown; And they’re closing all the factories down.” —Billy Joel, “Allentown” Allentown’s robust manufacturing economy became a Rust Belt casualty in the late 20th century. Billy Joel’s hit song paid tribute to the indomitable spirit of the people living in a

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8 Best Places for A Fall Color Ride Near the Smokies

The Smoky Mountains are covered in deciduous trees. Their dense canopies are already gorgeous in the summer, but once fall comes around, the mountains burst into flame. Figuratively speaking, that is. No matter where you go in the Smokies in the fall, you’re bound to see some stunning leaves.

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Unplugged and Unreachable: Visit These 9 US Destinations in America Without Cell Reception

Are you sick and tired of phone calls? Would you rather chuck your phone out the window than answer another text or email? It sounds like you need to unplug for a while—and fortunately many places in the U.S. are still beyond the reach of cell and Wi-Fi

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In Pursuit of Wildness: Pinnacles National Park

Once upon a time, it was called Pinnacles National Monument, but today it is America’s newest national park. That’s where this story begins. Graduating from San Jose State, getting married, and landing my first permanent job with the National Park Service all within one week was a miracle.

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City Escape: Bemidji, MN

Bemidji, MN, is one of the cities claiming to be the birthplace of Paul Bunyan. Although we may never know for sure where (if anywhere) Bunyan was born, this tour will certainly convince you he hails from northern Minnesota. You’ll begin and end your ride at Bemidji’s famous

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8 Points of Interest In and Around Weston, WV

Weston, WV, (population 3,943) is the county seat of Lewis County. Weston is a quiet town with a compact, walkable downtown with a handful of interesting shops, restaurants, and museums. The Weston Downtown Historic District has a bit of that time-machine feel, as if time stopped moving about 70

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The Waterfront Jewel of America—Great Lakes Seaway Trail

A beautiful waterscape is one of the best backdrops for a laidback motorcycling outing. The Great Lakes Seaway Trail serves both good times and water views in spades. This National Scenic Byway (also known by its previous official name, Seaway Trail) is a series of designated roads in Pennsylvania and

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9 Unique Attractions Along Ohio's Windy 9

Ohio’s Windy 9 is an exhilarating collection of motorcycling roads out of Athens, OH. These nine roads offer something for everyone, whether you enjoy a relaxed, meandering cruise or a heart-pounding romp through challenging technical curves. But motorcycling isn’t just about the roads. The things you see along

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Review: Cherohala Mountain Trails Campground—Tellico Plains, TN

In the rolling hills near Tellico Plains, TN, the Cherohala Mountain Trails Campground (CMTC) offers a haven for motorcyclists seeking adventure and relaxation in the Appalachian Mountains. Kellie and Wayne have owned the CMTC for over a decade now and are outstanding hosts. Not only are riders welcomed with a

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Three Texans, Four Strokes, Five States

I’ve really gone and done it this time. Idaho is not an easy feat to pull off from Central Texas. I had mulled over various scenarios—shipping, flying, staging, renting, begging, borrowing. I even tried to talk myself out of it and pick a different trip that was easier

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Ride into the Green at Michigan’s Tunnel of Trees

Michigan is famous for its trees, sporting lusciously full canopies of leaves. Taking your motorcycle to the Tunnel of Trees lets you ride right into the midst of the greenery. The Tunnel of Trees Scenic Heritage Route—also known as SR 119 or locally as M-119—is a narrow paved

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The City of Plenty—Boston, MA

Any motorcyclist with even a passing interest in American history should have Boston on their list of riding destinations. The city boasts the whole package—it’s steeped in history, has plenty of options for entertainment, and is near some fantastic roads to ride. Settled in 1625 and founded in

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Costa Rica: Cruisers in Paradise

The Great Getaway is BMW Motorrad’s organized trip to locations chosen specifically for the R 18 cruiser. With tours in Portugal, Costa Rica, and Oregon, BMW is partnering with local tour companies to lead these trips. These aren’t intense ride-rinse-repeat type tours (which can be great) but rather

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Wichita Mountains National Scenic Byway

The uninitiated generally perceive Oklahoma as one big flat wheat field—remember that Rodgers & Hammerstein musical that celebrated the land “where the wind comes sweepin’ down the plain?” In reality, however, the Sooner State does have several “mountainous” regions. Although the peaks are more like speed bumps compared to

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Ride the Highest Pass in the Eastern Alps—Stelvio Pass, Italy

The Stelvio Pass is one of the most challenging and exhilarating motorcycle roads in the world to ride. It’s absolutely worth a trip to Italy just to wrassle with this beast. At 9,045 feet, Stelvio Pass is the highest paved mountain pass in the Eastern Alps and the

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The Little Alien Town—Rachel, NV

What would you expect to find in the remote desert of Nevada? Perhaps sand, stones, and shrubs—with a little green man peeking out from between them. That’s what might await you in the tiny town of Rachel, one of the country’s UFO capitals. Just for the record,

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Weston, West Virginia Shamrock Tour®

Sometimes you bring the quiet with you on a trip. Sometimes, it’s already there. Sometimes it’s both. I brought a little quiet with me on this tour, that I’ll admit. But in this part of West Virginia, nestled in the hollers around Weston, there was also a