Oopsie: One Step Forward, Two Steps Back
Sure, I can make it up the hill no problem. Standing still on flat ground? Apparently that’s where I lose it 😆 As mentioned over the past weekend… “She’s a kook. But she’s our...
Monthly Archive: March 2011
DRZ Fun: Spending a Saturday on the Trails
On Saturday, GL, Kenny and I spent the day riding doing some trail and woods riding. It was, in a word… fabulous. The morning started off a bit cold and windy. My un-gloved hands...
Sunday Snapshots: Inspirational Signs
I pass this church often. Whoever puts the quotes on their signs really comes up with some good ones. This weekend was a two-fer. “Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.” “Get...
Greatest Road iPhone App – Free for Limited Time
Looking for suggestions on routes to ride? There’s an app for that. If you’ve got yourself an iPhone, you can put the Greatest Road app in your pocket for free for a limited time....
A Ride Along Long Island’s North Shore
Long Island’s north shore has some lovely little towns tucked into the coves along the Sound shoreline. This is where you can find some sense of “small town” feel that is increasingly absent in...
My Speed Triple Is All Spiffed Up Once Again
This past weekend, my Triumph got it’s seasonal look-see. It’s got a new set of tires, new chain & sprockets, fluids are good – I’m officially ready to hit the road. I feel better,...
Spring Cleaning for the Speed Triple
My ’05 Speed Triple goes in for it’s yearly once over tomorrow. I’ll be glad to have her routine maintenance all squared away. Lately I’ve been daydreaming about long weekends away, carving through the...
I Spy: Stellar Trail Deluxe Minibike
Spotted in a garage while having my car inspected – The Stellar Trail Deluxe Minibike.
Happy St. Patty’s Day: Ireland’s North West 200 – Video
Kiss me, I’m Irish! For today, anyway. In honor of Saint Patrick’s day, I thought I’d post a little something from Ireland’s North West 200 road racing circuit. This is a 2010 on-board video...
A Visit to Montauk’s Memory Motel
Everyone that has ever passed through Long Island’s easternmost town of Montauk seems to know of the Memory Motel. The name is also special to many Rolling Stones fans. In 1975, while staying in...
Afternoon Coffee At Springs General Store
No pretense, no fuss. Just a small general store with a screen door, good food and an appreciation for it’s own history. The store stands sweetly just being itself itself and watching the passage...
Smile! Random Sunday Ride Photo
This pretty much sums up my Sunday: Here on Long Island it was a sunny, nearly spring day. Though the winds were blowing all day, the temperatures danced around the 50 degree mark. I...
The Big Duck of Flanders
It is impossible for me not to stop whenever I pass the Big Duck. I just love it.
Superficial Friday: Icon Alliance Krazy Klown Helmet
*Warning* This post contains clown content. Those with weak constitutions may want to avert their eyes. It’s just about time for me to replace my beloved Shark helmet. In the course of looking around...
Behold! My Crotona Midnight Run Trophy
The postman came a’callin’ this afternoon with a box from Dick Roberts and the gang over at Ramapo Motorcycle Club. Inside was my fabulous 2011 Crotona Midnight Run High Point Female Expert trophy. I’ll...
The 15 Best Roads in America – Chosen By AMA Magazine Readers
The 15 Best Roads in America as Chosen By AMA Magazine Readers.
ROK Straps: The Alternative to Bungee Cords
ROK Straps are flat, adjustable, elastic straps – A strong, safe alternative to bungee cords to secure your motorcycle packing.
Sights from the Road: Pennsylvania Landlocked Lighthouse
Spotted on the road – A landlocked lighthouse near Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Books: Chicks on Bikes by Christina Shook
Chicks on Bikes by Christina Shook explores what it means to be a woman on a motorcycle.
