My teenager is gone. The 19 years of caring for her — of bonding together, exploring, laughing (and crying), of making memories that made even better stories — are now done. Through two decades of togetherness, I pampered my well-behaved, happy child with constant love and care. Feeding her, washing her and waxing her. Fixing flat tires, lubricating chains, changing … [Read more...] about Parting Ways: A Bittersweet Goodbye to My Honda
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The Iceman Cometh: Following the Sirens’ Call for the Last Edition Toaster
It’s no wonder that the generation of BMWs powered by the 246/247 engine series holds a special place for me. Perhaps it is the elegant simplicity. Or maybe it is because they were the pinnacle of two-wheeled excellence when I was in high school and college. Could be that they evoke strong memories of good times with my dad. Whatever the connection they still, as a friend says, … [Read more...] about The Iceman Cometh: Following the Sirens’ Call for the Last Edition Toaster
An East Tennessee Expedition: Frontier Forts, Funny Airplanes and Utopian Towns
Given my love of beer, starting an East Tennessee expedition in the town that the temperance movement built seemed like an irony I couldn’t resist. The small town of Harriman, Tennessee, began as a utopian alcohol-free city, complete with orderly streets and picturesque Victorian houses. Its location just off Interstate 40 made it an interesting stop to begin a journey along … [Read more...] about An East Tennessee Expedition: Frontier Forts, Funny Airplanes and Utopian Towns
Expedition Masters 2026: The motorcycle travel calendar to dream destinations is now available
From Italy's most iconic roads to the extreme landscapes of Iceland, and on to the vastness of North America: unique travel experiences astride the Multistrada and DesertX families, designed for riders who see riding as discovery, adventure and boundless passion Ducati and Dainese confirm their partnership to deliver exclusive travel experiences, meticulously curated and … [Read more...] about Expedition Masters 2026: The motorcycle travel calendar to dream destinations is now available
Daytona 50th Anniversary Update … Speed Thrills for 2026
The summer of 1976 was a historic one for BMW and their performance efforts. American executive Bob Lutz was instrumental in the creation of the company’s Motorsports Division in 1972, which was a prelude to enhancing the company’s performance profile on the street and on the track. Lutz was also instrumental in driving the company to shake off the conservative and stodgy … [Read more...] about Daytona 50th Anniversary Update … Speed Thrills for 2026
