The white fences and green pastures of the southern Blue Ridge roll past as Lauren Bergrud navigates her way across the familiar terrain. She’s in her element here, whether on two wheels or four hoofs. Her vintage black Yamaha hums along next to the tranquil fields where contented horses flick their tails as she motors past. Which came first, her love of horses or … [Read more...] about Horses for courses: Lauren Bergrud pursues her passion for both horses and motorcycles
Electra Glides in Blue: Riding with Asheville Police’s Motor Unit
Asheville Police Department’s trio of Electra Glides moves in unison through the mid-day interstate traffic. Mirror-to-mirror, the team switch lanes without ever braking formation. There’s a gap beside the third officer, and I’m tempted to insert my trailing adventure bike into the formation to live out my childhood fantasy of riding with Jon and Ponch from TV’s … [Read more...] about Electra Glides in Blue: Riding with Asheville Police’s Motor Unit
Hare & Hound: An outstanding pub for every palate
At the end of a row of charming antique shops and art galleries in downtown Landrum, South Carolina, awaits an eatery guaranteed to satisfy the culinary tastes of most any motorcyclist, whether you just want a beer and a burger or Szechuan duck paired with a fine wine. The Hare & Hound Pub at the intersection of U.S. 176 and S.C. 14 features traditional pub fare along … [Read more...] about Hare & Hound: An outstanding pub for every palate
Tallulah Treasures: Cascading lakes and a scenic gorge highlight a road trip down to north Georgia
Autumn makes the perfect time to drop down from the highlands to where the Blue Ridge Mountains emerge in north Georgia. Amid these rolling hills, the Tallulah River heads southeast through a beautiful series of manmade lakes before tumbling down the state’s most famous gorge. Each year, as if part of a pilgrimage, I make my down to this hidden corner of the state to roam the … [Read more...] about Tallulah Treasures: Cascading lakes and a scenic gorge highlight a road trip down to north Georgia
Jocassee journey: Clear waters amid cascading mountains
The bright blue water reflecting the cloudless sky above almost hurts your eyes when you gaze upon Lake Jocassee from Devils Fork State Park. The mountains on the far shore rise from the waters to form the Blue Ridge Escarpment, the great divide between mountains and piedmont, between twisty turns and long fast straightaways. A community once existed under those serene … [Read more...] about Jocassee journey: Clear waters amid cascading mountains
