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Progressive International Motorcycle Show 2016, Chicago: The Preview

Last year I wrote extensively about the IMS show in Cleveland. As I mentioned last week, I missed the Cleveland show this year while I was soaking up the sun in sandy, gulf side Florida, so I took my kitchen … Continue reading

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The Harley Davidson Museum: The History of Milwaukee Muscle

I realized that I was going to miss the International Motorcycle Show in Cleveland while I was on vacation with family in Florida a few weeks back. After talking things over with the “boss” I decided to make the trip … Continue reading

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Warped Wing Brewing Company, Share Pint Make a Friend: Pubs and Street Eats 11

I’ve been wanting to do a Warped Wing edition of Pubs and Street Eats since January of last year, but considering they were only a “tasting room” (without food), I’ve been putting it off until now. Fortunately, Spent Grain Grill … Continue reading

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Things don’t always go as planned…

A few days back I stopped by one of my favorite micro-breweries with full intentions of writing up another edition of Pubs and Street Eats. Great idea, had I remembered to bring along my portable hard drive on family vacation … Continue reading

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Motorcycle Maintenance: Valve Adjustment with 42k service

Back around the New Year the odometer starting ticking close to 42,000 miles and it was time to change the life blood in the trusty Triumph. When I neared 36k back in September, I had a discussion with friends about … Continue reading

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Lucky Star Brewery, The Mexican Cantina: Pubs and Street Eats 10

On a snowy Sunday in mid-January, how about some Tequila Aged Stout to warm up your insides? I imagine the look on your face is probably the same one I made when I was reading the beer list on the wall … Continue reading

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How to Winterize Your Motorcycle: The Unconventional Method

Turn the key. Pull in the clutch. Thumb the ignition.   Wait… what?   Did I mention “unconventional”?   Look, countless articles have been written on winterizing your motorcycle. This time of year it’s the same old song, clean up the … Continue reading

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The Triumph Bonneville Reborn

On more than one occasion I’ve mentioned I’m clearly in the tank for Triumph Motorcycles. Obviously, the launch of the completely new Triumph Bonneville line is a “must-see” for a Triumph die-hard like myself. Considering that family obligations may keep me … Continue reading

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Turning the corner on the New Year

Well, 2015 is officially in the books. While I have turned another page on the calendar, I don’t really see myself as the kind of person that makes resolutions and whatnot around the new year. However, this is the beginning … Continue reading

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First Gear TPG Rainier Jacket: Long-term Review

Since it’s officially winter, I figured now is as good a time as any to review the First Gear “kit” that I’ve often mentioned. Last summer I started searching for some better winter riding gear. At the time, my best winter … Continue reading

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