Sunday tailgating
In Germany, Sunday is the day to enjoy yourself. Put on your Sunday best, gather with family and friends, enjoy a walk and maybe even some coffee. There is no shopping on Sunday as all the stores are closed. (I do miss those days in Canada when there was one day to do nothing but […]
Europe v North America – Helmets
The modern leather vintage helmet. Protects your head better but still has that stylish vintage look. For those pilots who ride, there is a one helmet works for all. These modular helmets are designed like fighter jet pilot helmets. Very cool. For those times when you feel the force – wear your storm trooper helmet-lol. […]
Two Wheels Rule Amsterdam
It doesn’t take much time in Amsterdam to figure out that pedestrians are second class citizens and that vehicles are for the wealthy. Amsterdam may be globally famous for its Red Light District and Museums but what is most apparent in this city – two wheels rule! The Dutch are incredibly skilled riders covering many […]
Moto GP faces lawsuit in Texas
For Immediate Release Wed, 12 September 2012 Dorna statement regarding 3four Texas MGP LLC and COTA In response to 1993 500cc world champion Kevin Schwantz and his company 3four Texas MGP LLC filing a lawsuit against the new Circuit of the Americas (COTA), Dorna Sports S.L., a third party in the matter, wishes to release […]
Fire burning in Peachland – BC Highway 97C
A pair of riders pull off to the side of road Sunday, September 9, 2012 as the smoke from the Peachland wild fire billows into the sky. High winds carried smoke down Okanagan Lake and quickly turned a beautiful afternoon into dusk. The burned out trees in front of the riders are remnants of the […]
Reflections from the road
As the summer winds down, the vacationers return home and the students head back to school, I find myself reflecting on my own experiences and the knowledge I have gained this riding season. Since I began riding, I have changed the way I drive. Being a rider has given me a different perspective on sharing […]