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Germany and Austria: The Walk of Fame

Mar/Apr '24 Premium Content

Germany and Austria: The Walk of Fame

Sadly, you can celebrate a centenary only once every 100 years. I’m saying that because one could get used to high-class events like BMW’s 100th anniversary tour in the German and Austrian Alps. The three-day 100 Years of BMW Motorrad Anniversary Tour went from Munich to the Grossglockner

Red Rock Canyon Scenic Loop

Mar/Apr '24 Premium Content

Red Rock Canyon Scenic Loop

The Red Rock Canyon Scenic Loop stretches for 13 miles through its eponymous canyon, just west of Las Vegas. The one-way road curves its way through the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, which encompasses nearly 200,000 acres within the Mojave Desert. Look At Those Rocks! What sets Red

Fredericksburg, Texas Shamrock Tour®

Mar/Apr '24 Premium Content

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

Idaho Cold Plunges and Hot Springs

Mar/Apr '24 Premium Content

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,

City Escape: Grand Junction, Colorado

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

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

Mar/Apr '24 Premium Content

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

City Escape: Brattleboro, Vermont

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