I have motorcycles. A bunch. New ones, old ones. And I ride a lot, nearly every day. Short, far, sometimes for months at a time. Riding is its own unique sensation and operation, and I think that’s why I enjoy it so much. Sometimes if I ride long enough, it even feels like I’m flying. I wonder what it’s like to fly — don’t you? Maybe you know, maybe you’re a pilot or fly … [Read more...] about Flying on the ground: A tour to the Helen Balloon Festival
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The Royal Enfield 350: Building a scrambler and a few adventures
When I decided to explore more of Western North Carolina, I knew I needed a motorcycle that could handle diverse terrain and let me venture off the beaten path. After careful consideration, I chose the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and began converting it into a scrambler. This decision was driven by several key factors, all aimed at maximizing my ability to explore both paved … [Read more...] about The Royal Enfield 350: Building a scrambler and a few adventures
Old School Cool: Dirt bike passion hit Dean Pieranunzi early
At 16, Dean Pieranunzi began his affinity for riding with a friend’s old dirt bike, sparking a passion for vintage motorcycles and restoring dirt bikes from the ’70s. Shortly after he discovered his love for bikes, he bought a 1,000cc Japanese super sport, a bike that proved much too powerful for a teenager. Now Pieranunzi, a carpenter, musician and vintage bike aficionado, … [Read more...] about Old School Cool: Dirt bike passion hit Dean Pieranunzi early
