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City Escape: Shreveport, Louisiana

City Escape: Shreveport, Louisiana

Nestled in the northwestern corner of Louisiana, Shreveport welcomes riders with its historical architecture, vibrant art scene, and renowned culinary offerings. This route allows riders to experience the lively downtown area with its bustling markets and entertainment venues, while also venturing into the surrounding countryside. The terrain around Shreveport varies,

The Living Ghost Town—Austin, NV

The Living Ghost Town—Austin, NV

US 50, cutting through the desert of Nevada, is often called the loneliest road in America. The title is well-deserved, with the road stretching on for long miles with no sight of civilization. Yet, you will encounter small but welcoming hamlets along this lonesome ride. One of them is Austin,

5 Reasons You Should Ride to Bloomington, IN

5 Reasons You Should Ride to Bloomington, IN

Nestled in the heart of the Hoosier State, Bloomington beckons motorcycle travelers with its enchanting blend of natural beauty, vibrant culture, and winding roads that promise an exhilarating ride through the heartland. This area is more than just Indiana University. Here are five great reasons why you should head out

Riding Alaska’s Iconic Glenn Highway National Scenic Byway

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Riding Alaska’s Iconic Glenn Highway National Scenic Byway

The Glenn Highway in Alaska is not just a roadway—it's a lifeline connecting the bustling urban center of Anchorage to the serene wilderness of the last frontier. Stretching approximately 135 miles from Anchorage to Glennallen, this iconic highway traverses some of the most breathtaking landscapes on Earth,

The City with Everything—Arlington, TX

The City with Everything—Arlington, TX

Big cities aren’t typically motorcyclists' first choices for riding destinations. There’s an exception for everything, though, and in Texas, that’s Arlington. Sitting almost smack-dab in the middle between Fort Worth and Dallas, this city of nearly 400,000 residents forms a crucial part of the Dallas-Fort

The Curvy Beauty of the Woods—Diamondback Loop in North Carolina

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The Curvy Beauty of the Woods—Diamondback Loop in North Carolina

It’s not about how long it is, it’s about how good of a time you can have with it. I am, of course, talking about the Diamondback Loop in North Carolina. Just short of 17 miles, this loop through the dense woods of the Pisgah National Forest is,

Valley of the Gods—A Good Adventure for Father and Son

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Valley of the Gods—A Good Adventure for Father and Son

“The adventure leads the ride.” —JJ Lewis It was July, 107 degrees, and not a sliver of shade in sight. My son Ben had just ripped a gash in his rear tire on the razor-like rocks so common in this part of the northeastern Arizona desert. It was a “good

City Escape: Bedford, Virginia

City Escape: Bedford, Virginia

After witnessing the sobering National D-Day Memorial in Bedford, VA, it’s time to clear your head and shift your focus from the temporal to the enduring. Head west and follow the perpetual path of the waters into the mountains. This City Escape passes through both the eastern Blue Ridge

An Authentic Wild West Mine Town—Virginia City, NV

An Authentic Wild West Mine Town—Virginia City, NV

You’re riding through the Nevada desert under the blazing sun when suddenly you spot a sign welcoming you to Virginia. Don’t worry, you haven’t managed to magically transport yourself to the East Coast—note that word “City” on the sign. You may find yourself transported back to

Sebring, Florida Shamrock Tour®

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Sebring, Florida Shamrock Tour®

So you’ve done the Daytona Beach Bike Week, you’ve ridden SR A1A, you’ve visited Key West, you’ve traveled through the Everglades, and—with the last kid on their way to college—you’ve made your final pilgrimage to Mouse Land (at least until the grandkids come

4 Unique Places to Stay Near Durango, CO

4 Unique Places to Stay Near Durango, CO

Durango, CO, is a first-class motorcycling destination. With majestic mountains all around, this town is a gateway to a motorcycle wonderland. First and foremost, the Million Dollar Highway begins roughly 50 miles north of Durango, offering excellent mountain curves. Of course, there are also SR 145 and 62 that take

Ride in Luxury on the Millionaires’ Mile—Hillsboro Beach, FL

Ride in Luxury on the Millionaires’ Mile—Hillsboro Beach, FL

Seaside views, balmy weather, swanky mansions, opulent condominiums, five-star hotels, immaculately groomed greenery… It sure is nice to live like the rich and famous. Most of us can’t (or even want) to afford such luxuries. But we can all ride through them at Hillsboro Beach, FL—otherwise known as

The King of Roads—Historic Columbia River Highway

The King of Roads—Historic Columbia River Highway

A title like the King of Roads sets up a lot of expectations. The Historic Columbia River Highway lives up to all of them. That’s not the only accolade bestowed upon this 75-mile stretch between The Dalles and Troutdale, OR, though. It’s also designated a National Historic Landmark,

The Boys of Summer, Part 1: Massachusetts, Connecticut & New York

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The Boys of Summer, Part 1: Massachusetts, Connecticut & New York

My father is a New York Yankees fan. Born the year after Mickey Mantle put on the pinstripes (so 1952), he grew up in the Yankees’ Golden Era. The Bronx Bombers were in the midst of a five-year World Series win streak, an effort that would lead them toward 27

City Escape: Ashland, Oregon

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City Escape: Ashland, Oregon

Ashland, OR, is far from any major city, and that is probably the greatest part of its allure. The remoteness, along with the region’s mountainous topography, is the reason you’ll find a good number of fantastic, traffic-free motorcycle roads in the area. Among the very best is the

Curves for the Next 99 Miles—Lolo Pass & US 12

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Curves for the Next 99 Miles—Lolo Pass & US 12

“Winding Road Next 99 Miles,” declares the famous sign just outside Kooskia, ID. Those five words tell you exactly what you can expect from Lolo Pass. Located in the Bitterroot Range at an elevation of 5,233 feet, Lolo Pass connects Idaho and Montana. US 12 traverses this high mountain

South Dakota: Black Hills BDR-Xtended

South Dakota: Black Hills BDR-Xtended

Flashback to grade school photos of Mount Rushmore in my history book, and I was infatuated instantly. It’s a striking monument, carved from dense granite into an elegant display of our nation’s leaders. Even as a kid with no understanding of how this marvel came to be, I

The Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway

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The Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway

Appearing in opaque shades of blue, bluish green, green, and yellowish green, turquoise is a mineral that has been a treasured gemstone for thousands of years. The stone’s value derives from its use in jewelry and other decorative applications. It is usually found in dry climates, which is why

10 US Riding Destinations with Bizarre Names

10 US Riding Destinations with Bizarre Names

Some riding destinations in North America have evocative, awe-inspiring names, like the Blue Ridge Parkway or the Sea to Sky Highway. The names for some other places are… Less so. Many locations in the U.S. have decidedly mind-boggling names. But that makes them worth taking your bike to—if

Destination: Lynchburg, TN

Destination: Lynchburg, TN

Riding south from Nashville, TN, takes you through some of the most picturesque green rolling hills on this side of the Mississippi. Before long, you’ll find yourself in Lynchburg, one of the region’s cute small towns that makes for a perfect lunch stop while riding. While it may

El Camino del Diablo—A Baptism of Fire

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El Camino del Diablo—A Baptism of Fire

El Camino del Diablo, or the Devil’s Highway, has earned its ominous name. This Native American and pioneer trail snakes through the formidable Sonoran and Yuma Deserts in Arizona, uniting Ajo to Yuma amidst the Tinajas Altas Mountains. During our ride through the devilish road, our friends Beth and

The Mother of All Roads: Historic Route 66

The Mother of All Roads: Historic Route 66

Some roads are famous. Others are legendary. And then there’s Route 66. Really, I see little point in writing this piece—you probably already love Route 66. It would be hard to overstate just how important the Mother Road is to American motorists, whether they hit the pavement on

Red Rock Canyon Scenic Loop

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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

Alaska: Exploring the Kenai Peninsula

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Alaska: Exploring the Kenai Peninsula

Alaska is a bucket-list type of place and, motorcycle or not, it’s been on ours for many years. The Last Frontier is filled with nearly endless gorgeous mountain ranges, giant creeping glaciers, deep picturesque bays, and wildlife that can’t be found in the lower 48 states. It’s

Florida’s Green Mountain Scenic Byway

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Florida’s Green Mountain Scenic Byway

The Green Mountain Scenic Byway is a 36-mile series of roads in central Florida that showcases the state’s history, culture, and natural beauty. Close enough to Orlando for easy access, yet far enough away to escape the theme park hustle and bustle, the roads and landscapes can make you