It is Thursday. But it is different from most Thursdays in my life since I am standing as close as I can to a racetrack in northern Alabama to get pictures of riders practicing for upcoming races. In this moment, the old — or should I say “vintage” — bikes are running sidecars of various design. The riders are getting ready to participate in races over the next three … [Read more...] about Barber Vintage Festival: You Will Be Entertained
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The Honda of my dreams
What’s your dream bike? You know which Honda I’ve always wanted? Guess. Nope, not that one. Want a clue? It’s not even a motorcycle. Still guessing? It doesn’t even have wheels. See, the Honda I’ve been lusting over since the first time I saw it — is the vintage illuminated dealer sign. You know the one. “H O N D A.” Red squares, white letters, each being their own light … [Read more...] about The Honda of my dreams
Grains & Grits Festival Offers a taste of Tennessee rides and whiskey
As the setting sun casts shades of pink and orange across the colorful fall foliage of the Smoky Mountains, white tents dot an open field at the Townsend Visitors Center as the annual Grains & Grits Festival ramps up for an evening of Southern spirits and gourmet grub. Every autumn, the festival returns to the small mountain town of Townsend, Tennessee, where … [Read more...] about Grains & Grits Festival Offers a taste of Tennessee rides and whiskey
Barber Vintage Festival to celebrate classic cycles
Vintage motorcycle enthusiasts will gather up their goggles and waxed-cotton jackets this October to attend the annual Barber Vintage Festival at the Barber Motorsports Park near Birmingham, Alabama. “It’s probably one of the most unique vintage motorcycle events in the country right now,” said Jeff Ray, executive director of Barber Motorsports Museum. “This will be our 15th … [Read more...] about Barber Vintage Festival to celebrate classic cycles
