I was pumped for this ride. Stretch and I haven’t gotten to do a good dual sport ride and go exploring for a while and he had a new place in mind up near Sylva, NC. The ride up was a mix of twisty pavement and gravel.
Read MoreMy First Motocamping Trip
I have been getting camping gear together and I finally had everything lined up for my first night out on the motorcycle. Friday I started getting sick and by the time Saturday rolled around I had a runny nose and a sore throat, but I was not going to be deterred.
Read MoreSlaying the Dragon with an Old Friend
Everything was shaping up to be a great day to slay the dragon. The morning was a little chilly in the low 40’s, but it was supposed to warm up into the 50’s! Not too bad for the first weekend in March. As Lanny would say, “The best time to ride the dragon is before the leaves are back and after they are gone.”
Read MoreI'm Down, I'm DOWN, I'M DOWN!
Our day started off with much anticipation. The previous week my buddy Jeff procured himself a “new to him” Suzuki V Strom 650. I think the adventure riding bug has been nagging at him and he has decided to give it a go! Plus, he says "He doesn't want to go faster, just be able to get further in a day." I started laughing the first time he told me that, it's kind of the same thing!
Read MoreOdd Pair For a Winter Motorcycle Ride
It was going to be one of those occasional warmer February days and I wanted to get out on my FZ1. I invited all the usual suspects, but it was short notice so nobody was able to go. My original plan was about a three hour ride. Staying closer to home meant sunshine and mild temperatures. Just as I was about to saddle up I got a text from my buddy Stretch.
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