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The Wickedest Town in the West—Jerome, AZ

Motorcyclists riding into Jerome, AZ, can expect this small, charming mountain town to get the good times rolling as soon as you arrive. Had your visit taken place some 120 years earlier, though, you may not have received such a warm welcome. At the time, Jerome had the dubious honor

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A Bucket List Road—The Blue Ridge Parkway

The Blue Ridge Parkway plows through the longest linear park in the U.S., stretching over 469 miles from near Waynesboro, VA, to US 441 in North Carolina along the Blue Ridge Mountains. Those hundreds of miles include some of the most stunning views you can find in all of

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Fredericksburg, Texas Shamrock Tour®

At the heart of every great Shamrock Tour® is a vibrant hub to call home. I’m often so excited to swing a leg over my bike that I rarely think about what I’ll do when I swing it back. That’s why Fredericksburg is the perfect destination. Texas

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Review: Heart of The Valley Motel—Maggie Valley, NC

In summer 2023, we met up with our giveaway winner, Christina, and her friend, Jennifer, for a Shamrock Tour® out of Maggie Valley, NC. We planned the ride for early June, just before the busy season began, and we basically had Maggie Valley to ourselves—aside from a Chevy SSR

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10 Things To Do On Your Next Ride in Bloomington, Indiana

Just 50 miles south of Indianapolis, you’ll find a vibrant university town with youthful energy. Bloomington, IN, might not be the first place you think of when planning your next motorcycle tour, but for many in the Midwest, it’s a charming spot for a long weekend getaway—complete

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Gold and Antiques: California SR 49

Locals and historians call California SR 49 the Golden Chain Highway. It runs north to south and is in the middle of the state on the western side of the Sierra. Touring it is another excuse to see the area around Yosemite National Park. Technically, SR 49 starts in the

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Tennessee’s Oldest Town—Jonesborough

It’s pop quiz time! If you heard the name “Jonesborough,” how would you spell it? Whether you’d go for “Jonesborough” or “Jonesboro,” you’d be correct either way. The town has been officially known by both names over the years. And there are quite a few of those

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Ride The Beautiful Texas Bluebonnet Trail

Pardon my waxing poetic for a moment, but the Texas bluebonnet season is like life—it’s a beautiful affair that’s over far too quickly. That’s precisely why you should grab your handlebars and motor to the Bluebonnet Trail to enjoy both life and the flowers while they

Accommodations

Review: Sky Ridge Yurts—Bryson City, NC

Sky Ridge Yurts is a glamping haven perched high on a mountainous ridge line. The promise of a view that could "take your breath away" wasn't an exaggeration—it was a reality that unfolded before our eyes. Descending on Sky Ridge felt like stumbling upon a

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Idaho Cold Plunges and Hot Springs

It was an idea from the bikepacking world. Our non-motorized riding ancestors developed the Idaho Hot Spring Mountain Bike Route,  consisting of mountain bike trails and forest service roads to create a 500-mile loop around a concentrated area of geothermal activity in northern Idaho. Since the route is for bicycles,

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Where the Trek Begins—Riverside, IA

Exploration and discovery are among the biggest drivers that drag motorcyclists to the road. There’s just something about finding a new place you’ve never seen before, especially if you found it by accident. Riverside, IA, is a small city famous for being the birthplace of a great explorer—

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City Escape: Grand Junction, Colorado

When visiting Grand Junction, CO, do not miss the opportunity to ride this stunning loop through the Colorado National Monument. Red rock monoliths and infinite views will cause severe rider conflict. Will you ride the perfect twisty pavement or stop and take in the surreal views? Colorado National Monument contains

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Baja California—Monkey Business

With the picnic tables dotted among the ponderosa trees of Arizona long gone, we rode onto what looks like a nose-diving dragon—775 miles in body and 200 miles in girth—from Mexicali in the north to Cabo San Lucas in the south. The Baja peninsula, or Baja California, is

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Explore the Northern Rainforests—Olympic Peninsula Loop

The Olympic Peninsula in Washington State marks the most northwestern reaches of the contiguous U.S. It sports some of the most majestic sights in the country, from the rocky seaside to tranquil mountaintops and the depths of the rainforests. It comes as a surprise to some, but many of

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Visit Oklahoma's First State Capital—Guthrie

On the morning of April 22, 1889, Guthrie, OK, was still just a dusty prairie stop known as Deer Creek on the AT&SF Railroad in the Unassigned Lands of Indian Territory. By the same evening, it had become a tent city with approximately 10,000 residents. The new

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Tennessee & North Carolina: Theme Rides, Biodiversity, and Casinos

It was a bright morning in late May. A leisurely breakfast at Pete’s Coffee Shop & Restaurant in the delightful town of Knoxville, TN, set us up for the start of our Great Smoky Mountains motorcycle tour. After the breakfast (with eggs, bacon, pancakes, and the works), my wife

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Discover North Carolina on US 70

Opened to traffic in 1926, US 70 quickly earned the nickname Broadway of America for its significant role as one of the main highways connecting the U.S. East Coast to the West. Although its western terminus has moved several times, its eastern end in North Carolina has stayed mostly

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City Escape: Brattleboro, Vermont

The word “pastoral” is overused when describing Vermont, but that might be because it fits the place to a tee. This north-to-south loop takes you through everything this beautiful state has to offer. You’ll pass gently flowing rivers, dense forests, small towns, and open fields with old stone fences

Events

The Iconic Daytona Beach Bike Week

By the time most of the country is still trying to break out of winter, Florida will have already started the spring riding season. That’s the perfect excuse to head over to Daytona Beach for the world-famous Bike Week. This year’s event, taking place on March 1-10, marks

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Why Not Visit This Small Town—Whynot, NC

Behind every name, there is a story. Take your bike to Whynot, NC, and you’ll discover a place whose origin story will surely resonate with any rider who has attended an overly long meeting that just never seems to end. Whynot is a small place of only around 100

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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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9 Spectacular Places to Visit in Arizona

Heat, sand, and cacti—that’s Arizona in the popular imagination. But the state has much more to offer for a moto traveler who knows where to point their front wheel. Arizona sports a huge variety of Southwestern environments, from its famous sun-scorched desert to tranquil lakes, awesome (in the

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Fort Ross: Russia’s Stronghold in America

Touring Russia by motorcycle has always been on my bucket list. I enjoy the country’s literature and the Russians I have met have been great people, which is partly why I have wanted to see it. Sadly, the political climate over my lifetime has never really been right for

Accommodations

Review: Viking Inn—Solvang, CA

Solvang is an exceptional theme park of a city in the heart of Central California’s wine country. Positioned exactly at the beginning of the downtown area, the Viking Inn is a welcoming spot from which to explore this unique town. Like Solvang itself, the Viking Inn was originally built

Jan/Feb '24

Whale Hunting in The Desert & The 1000 Mile Cheeseburger

"There’s whales in this here desert!” I proclaimed to Caleb as we swung our legs over our matching pair of Honda Gold Wings. “There’s whales, you just have to know where to look!” And that’s exactly what we intended to do. 9:07 a.m., Las