BC’s Don Hatton struggles during Day 3 of Dakar

Vancouver Island, BC resident, Don Hatton, is possibly the unluckiest Dakar Rally competitor and by the updates coming in, his luck in 2013 isn’t changing. You could say the Dakar is Don’s personal demon that he intends to conquer. While reviewing the Stage 3 stats to follow the Canadian competitors, Patrick Beaule of Montreal is […]

A music and motorcycle marriage – Journey

By Marissa Baecker Last night, my work as a photographer brought me to cover the Journey concert. I remember Journey from high school but didn’t necessarily consider myself a ‘fan’. Their music dates back to the late 70’s and like any other rock group, has had some changes and growing pains but the one element […]

The Return Road to Dakar

From the South shores of Montreal hails Canada’s next Dakar competitor and is no stranger to the gruelling competition having completed the event in a 2011 as a navigator in a vehicle. But this year, competition will be slightly different as Patrick Beaule aims to be the first Canadian to complete the Dakar in both […]

New Powersports Show has familiar face

There is a new show coming to town and it may surprise you to know that a familiar face is behind the scenes. The Power Sports Adventure Show, paired with the All About Snow Show will kick off in October and invite the world of power sport enthusiasts. However new the show itself may be, […]

From Tulips to Tail Pipes

By Marissa Baecker When we hear the name Vander Zalm in Kelowna, there is no mistaking the connection to the community. It isn’t the image of the political figure, former Premier, and face behind the anti-HST campaign – Bill Vander Zalm that comes to mind but more likely the catchy logo behind the Kreater Custom […]

Vicki Gray of Motoress encourages women from the heart

By Marissa Baecker Today is International Female Ride Day. Each year, the first Friday in May is dedicated to women around the world who enjoy motorcycling. On this day every year women are encouraged to gather with one another and spend the day on two wheels. How did the day come about and who began […]

Hatton on a mission to complete Dakar

“I want to be a rock star.” “I want to be in movies.” “I want to play in the NHL.” All statements that we have said, dreamt about or heard one of our friends say. All three are attainable but require a lifetime of training, perseverance, family support and a whole lot of money at […]

Vancouver Island resident to compete for Canada at 2012 ISDE

By Marissa Baecker The International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) competition has announced the 2012 participants qualified to compete in September in Saxony, Germany. Of the 34 countries announced to compete, Canada offers two teams made up of two British Columbians, three Albertan’s and one Quebecer. Three ladies make one of seven Women’s World Trophy Teams […]

When the tough get cold, they ride to Cabo

The bikes were barely put away for the winter when one quick thinking Harley-Davidson dealer began planning the next ride. Two days before Halloween, an email came across the computer inviting the first on their feet with a deposit for a ride to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. The idea came to Blair Kane of Kane’s […]