Overland Expo East is jam-packed with exhibitors, classes, and events to help you get equipped, educated, and inspired to get out and explore. And with events all across the country you can visit an Overland Expo as a long weekend, or make it a part of a bigger trip. And to get the most out of the event you should take a look at the option of camping onsite. Not only do you get … [Read more...] about Partner content: Overland Expo East
Yamaha
Georgia on my mind: Helen lures riders to region’s attractions
As the heat of summer started to ease, I packed up the bike one Friday, needing to experience another road trip before the cold winds of November would arrive. A weekend escape to the kitschy fun of the alpine-themed town of Helen, Georgia, seemed very appealing. It only enticed me more that it was Oktoberfest season, and I knew Helen would be a pretty lively place to make my … [Read more...] about Georgia on my mind: Helen lures riders to region’s attractions
Three cylinders, three states
I eased my new Yamaha to a halt on the quiet bridge over the Tugaloo River, stopping on the state line between South Carolina and Georgia. I followed the Blue Ridge Mountains down through the Carolinas all morning to explore this corner of the Peach State. There wasn’t much room next to the railing of the river crossing, but the rare passing pick-up truck didn’t seem to mind … [Read more...] about Three cylinders, three states
Improving the odds: A crash illustrates the importance of ATGATT
The weather was unusually awesome on New Year’s Day. It was more like spring than winter. My wife and I joined a group ride in Hendersonville, North Carolina, where friends and bikes of all types were aplenty. We were just entering that group rhythm, headed toward some of our favorite twisties, when it happened — and it happened quickly. My wife, Sheri, was ahead of me on her … [Read more...] about Improving the odds: A crash illustrates the importance of ATGATT
Going solo: A ride along the Blue Ridge
The road treated me well today, each corner unfolding knowingly into the next. There were some amazingly clean stretches of familiar asphalt that begged for just another few feet before brakes, a half-second sooner on the throttle. I rediscovered that perfect, mid-corner spot for my head a few times, just above the handgrip on either side of the tank — the place where I could … [Read more...] about Going solo: A ride along the Blue Ridge
