Sunday Ride: Soaking up the Autumn Light at the Beach
There is something especially beautiful about the morning light at this time of the year. I don’t know if it is the colors that get reflected from the trees and grass, the suns position...
Tagged: New York
Why, Yes. It IS a Giant Cauliflower
In the realm of giant roadside farm fruits and vegetables there are some oft-seen staples like a giant ear of corn or a strawberry. As my friend Wendy, proprietress of the fabulous Roadside Wonders, said ~ “Yep, you...
The Wayback Machine: 10 New York Blog Posts from the Archive
As a blogger one of the things that I often struggle with is how to call back older content. There comes a time when posts reach the point of no return. They get their...
These Aren’t The Droids You’re Looking For
There are several many people in my life that might argue that I am a weirdness magnet. But, what would that say about them? Am I really a magnet -or- do you think that just maybe when...
Don’t You Love Riding in the Autumn Weather?
Riding in the fall weather here in the northeast is so nice. The changing leaves make for a beautiful backdrop as you twist and turn through the countryside. I managed to squeak out a...
The Long Shadows Were Calling Me Home
When the shadows start getting long, that’s when I start missing home. I continuously walk the line of having the curiosity of a person who likes to wander and one whose heartstrings reel them...
Welcome Back to the Empire State
Following the Hancock Highway, I crossed the border from Pennsylvania into New York in the town of Hancock. For hours and hours, my belly had been growling. I felt the pasty, dry, mouth that...
Moto Photo: Welcome to New York
On the Long Island north shore’s far eastern end is the town of Orient. From there you can catch a ferry to New London, Connecticut. Or – exit the ferry from New London as...
Maintenance Mode: Riding in to the Dark Months
It’s that time of year again; the dark months. The chill of winter is muscling it’s way in to everyday life and we’re biding our time until the days start getting longer again. It...
1939 World’s Fair Police Motorcycle with Sidecar
The New York Public Library has an awesome collection of digitized images. I found this one while poking around. A 1939 World’s Fair Police Officer with motorcycle and sidecar. I would love to know what...
Pine Bowl Speedway Stunt Team Vespa Scooter with Sidecar
Another super-sweet scooter with sidecar setup from 2010 Rhinebeck Grand National Super Meet. This awesome baby reads “Vespa Taxi Co.” on the front and “Pine Bowl Speedway Stunt Team – Poestenkill, NY” on the...
Motorcycle Ice Racing at Lake George, NY
Big Time Excitement – 2010 Motorcycle Ice Racing in Lake George
I Spy: New York City Blacked Out BMW R60/7
Some of the motorcycles parked outside of the Motorcycle Show at the Javitz Center in New York City were just as interesting to look at as the ones that were parked inside. I spied...
Sights from the Road: I Love Huge Wieners
Don’t you? I mean, seriously! How great is that hot dog? I have to thank my dear friend Bill for tipping me off to the giant hot dog. I had no idea it existed....
Motorcycling Long Island: Sunday at the Fire Island Lighthouse
A 60 degree Sunday afternoon at the end of November is a treat here in the Northeast. Old man winter is patiently waiting to come knocking on our door. In the meantime we made...
Long Island: Off the Beaten Path – Autumn at Peconic Lake
Long Island is home to over 3 million people squeezed into it ‘s 2 eastern most counties; Nassau and Suffolk. Though it is the largest and well longest island in the United States, space...
Sights from the Road: Casa Basso in Westhampton, New York
“d’Artagnan, come sir. Today, we swashbuckle at the Casa Basso. My man servant Mousqueton telleth me the eggplant rollatini is to dieth for!” Casa Basso 59 Montauk Highway Westhampton, NY 11977 http://www.casabasso.net
All Points Bulletin: Suspects Heading North – Day Ride Report
This past Sunday, Kenny and I joined the guys over at SuspectsUnlimited.com for their forum’s first anniversary ride. Soth of SteadyOntheHumble put out an APB that this ride would be going down and encouraged...
Sights from the Road: It Wasnt a Rock, It was Rock Lobster Art Car
This afternoon while out cruising around I just happen to stumble across what could easily be the top 3 art cars that I’ve seen so far.
Sights from the Road: Fabulous Furniture on 28
When traveling through the Catskills on route 28 in Boiceville, New York you simply cant miss Fabulous Furniture on 28’s outdoor yard art.
