“Don’t have kids unless you’re prepared to say goodbye to motorcycling.” Over the years, my husband and I heard this time and time again from fellow riders. As a couple married for over a decade, acquaintances shared stories of people they knew who traded their garage full of bikes for a minivan and weekends on the mountain roads for pee wee soccer games. There was the … [Read more...] about Parenthood and the biker balancing act
Peaceful Side Social: A mountain oasis for riders
A little gem at the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park — Townsend, Tennessee — beckons motorcyclists with its stunning mountain scenery, lush forests and meandering roads ripe for thrill-seekers. Between the sweeping curves of Foothills Parkway with panoramic views and the tight, twisties of the infamous Dragon, there’s much adventure to be had. After a long … [Read more...] about Peaceful Side Social: A mountain oasis for riders
Baby bumps and riding slumps
Some women always know they’ll be a mom one day. That wasn’t me. My husband and I relished our independence and financial freedom: the ability to fly across the country for riding adventures whenever we desired, attend track days at a moment’s notice, or even just enjoy date nights on a whim. Our lives felt fulfilled. I was happy with just the two of us as a family, but … [Read more...] about Baby bumps and riding slumps
Taking it to the Track: Your racing dreams are more accessible than you think
Motorcycle racing — the words alone make the heart beat faster. It conjures images of dauntless riders pushing their limits to the max at gut-wrenching high speeds and making thrillingly close passes to be the first across the finish line. It’s an aggressive, daredevil-attracting sport reserved for those far from faint-of-heart. So how did I, a prudent, risk-adverse and … [Read more...] about Taking it to the Track: Your racing dreams are more accessible than you think
On your way to adventure: Owners of the Farmhouse Inn share their two-wheeled wanderlust with guests
The early evening sun light creates a soft glow emphasizing the bright whites of the dogwoods and colorful red buds along the scenic commute to Tellico Plains, Tennessee, a small East Tennessee town bordering the Cherokee National Forest. Though the town may be quaint, it’s big in character as it welcomes motorsports enthusiasts traveling to enjoy the thrilling Cherohala Skyway … [Read more...] about On your way to adventure: Owners of the Farmhouse Inn share their two-wheeled wanderlust with guests
