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Firstgear TPG Escape Pants: Long-term Review
I’ve been working on getting the last photos posted from the International Motorcycle Show in Chicago the past few weeks, but I wanted to switch topics and circle back to finish the review on my Firstgear kit. I’m sure I’ve … Continue reading
Posted in Gear - Maintenance - Safety
Tagged Escape Pants, Firstgear, Motorcycle, Motorcycle Gear, Safety
6 Comments
Spring is in the Air; Feeling a Little Rusty…
After a glorious weekend of coughing, sneezing, and otherwise congested misery, Spring is undoubtedly in the air. Sunny and 75 Saturday and Sunday I was, unfortunately, relegated to couch almost the entire weekend. Fortunately I broke the shackles on Monday … Continue reading
Voltzy’s Root Beer Stand: Pubs and Street Eats 12
What do you call a food truck that becomes a brick and mortar establishment? Voltzy’s Root Beer Stand: where the food is outstanding and the insults are free. Originally a trailer, I have no idea exactly when Voltzy (Rick Volz) opened in … Continue reading
Posted in Reviews
Tagged Food, Food Truck, Foodie, Fried Pickles, Hot Dog, Motorcycle, Root Beer, Street Food, Voltzy
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Progressive International Motorcycle Show, Chicago: Harley Davidson Motorcycles
This year I can say I actually walked into the Harley booth. Last year in Cleveland I think I walked by, but decided that it was way too crowded and I didn’t want to wade through all the people. To … Continue reading
Posted in Events & Rides
Tagged Chicago, Flat Head, Harley Davidson, International Motorcycle Show, Iron Head, Motorcycle, Pan Head, Sportster, Twin Cam, V-twin, Vintage
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Progressive International Motorcycle Show, Chicago: Triumph’s New British Twins
I’m actually a little sore with Triumph regarding their showing in Chicago. Despite the fact that Triumph has a bike for virtually every class of motorcycle, they decided to only bring the 2016 Bonneville “Reborn” models to Chicago; moreover, rumor … Continue reading
Posted in Events & Rides
Tagged Bonneville, Chicago, International Motorcycle Show, Motorcycle, Speed Triple, Thruxton, Triton, Triumph Motorcycles, Triumph Tiger
3 Comments
Appalachian foothills in the Bluegrass State
It’s been a crazy week, and it’s only Wednesday. If I’ve not already mentioned, I do a little writing during the evening on rainy days, but for the most part the vast majority of my blogging is done on my … Continue reading
Posted in Opinion
Tagged Appalachia, Bluegrass State, Cliff, Hiking, Kentucky, Nature, Outdoors, Red River Gorge
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Moto Guzzi, the other Italian Motorcycle
The Saturday before last (3/12) I decided I wanted to check out another motorcycle dealer in Cincinnati; I’d seen several of their Craig’s List ads and it really wasn’t that far from home. As it turns out, Cadre Cycle in … Continue reading
Posted in Bikes
Tagged Italian, Italy, Moto Guzzi, Motorcycle, Norge, Stelvio, Triumph Motorcycles, Triumph Trophy, V7 Stone
4 Comments
Progressive International Motorcycle Show, Chicago: Indian Motorcycle Highlights
While I’ve often said I’ve never met a motorcycle I didn’t like, I’m probably a certified Indian fanboy. Admittedly, I’m a little disappointed in the Thunderstroke 111 performance I’ve seen up to this point, but I assume it’s very similar … Continue reading
Posted in Events & Rides
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Progressive International Motorcycle Show, Chicago: Ducati Motorcycles, Highlights of Desmodromic Supermodels
Right or wrong, I can’t fight the perception that Ducati is the epitome of (street) motorcycle performance. That being said, I can picture myself on an R1, but I don’t foresee myself in the saddle of a 1299 cc, tire … Continue reading
Posted in Events & Rides
Tagged Chicago, Ducati, IMS, International Motorcycle Show, Monster, Motorcycle, Multistrada, Scrambler
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Hiking and Mountain Biking: Rediscovering an Old Hobby
If my wife is reading this right now, she might injure herself rolling her eyes so hard. I have a few hobbies… to say the least (golf, hiking, motorcycles, ice hockey…). As a salty Army Veteran, my rucksack is like … Continue reading
Posted in Opinion
Tagged Army, Bicycle, Derelict, Hiking, Mountain Bike, Rucksack, Trail Riding, Trails
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