“Motorcycles are dangerous” serves as a mantra many two-wheeled enthusiasts often hear. It proves an interesting statement, considering a motorcycle is a machine that only does what its rider tells it. So along that logic, a motorcycle is only as dangerous as its rider. Yet numerous motorcyclists have little to no education or training to understand the physics of the bike … [Read more...] about Powered by knowledge: Rev up your riding with education and training
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Apple Valley Café: A sweet and mouth-watering stop in Townsend
A land of cascading waterfalls and rolling mountain vistas, Townsend, Tennessee, is a tranquil little gem at the gateway of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Motorcyclists often flock to the area to experience the far-reaching views along the meandering Foothills Parkway or to see historic buildings and wildlife along the 11-mile loop in Cades Cove. Other motorcyclists … [Read more...] about Apple Valley Café: A sweet and mouth-watering stop in Townsend
Don’t be bitten by The Dragon: Slay it with these tips
Spring through fall, motorcyclists from across the globe make the migration to a top motorcycling mecca: The Dragon. Nestled in the scenic Smoky Mountains and stretching across the North Carolina and Tennessee border, The Dragon boasts 318 exhilarating, twisting curves in 11 miles. These are no ordinary curves. The road serves up a challenging mix of decreasing radius corners, … [Read more...] about Don’t be bitten by The Dragon: Slay it with these tips
Painted Peak: Refreshing brews and Appalachian-inspired cuisine
Tazewell County, nestled in the mountains of Southwestern Virginia, boasts three of the state’s highest mountain peaks with breathtaking scenery. The area attracts motorcyclists from across the country to its infamous stretch of exhilarating curves along Virginia Highway 16 from Tazewell to Marion, known as the Back of the Dragon. The 438 curves make the area a destination for … [Read more...] about Painted Peak: Refreshing brews and Appalachian-inspired cuisine
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
