Favorite Local Motorcycle Routes: Florida
Posted by ROGER HEUMANN
Florida is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world and has over 1,000 miles of shoreline complete with palm trees, beaches and more. The terrain is mostly level and the motorcycle roads are straight and beautiful. If you enjoy countless beaches, port towns and other pockets of paradise, you’ll like one or more of the best motorcycle routes in the state of Florida. Venus Backroad If you want to see some cattle ranches and orange groves, this route is for you. The road is twisty and there is no traffic to complete with. The pavement is...
How To Avoid Numb Hands When Riding Motorcycle
Posted by ROGER HEUMANN
You might think that the biggest problem motorcycle riders face is keeping bugs out of their teeth. While this is a concern for plenty of riders, there are other issues riders face that affect the riding process even more. Numb hands, for example, can dictate how far and how long a rider can stay on the bike. Those who experience hand numbness are not only uncomfortable, but they can also be limited in how much they can ride. Numb hands are prevalent among steady riders, but the good news is, there are steps that can be taken to avoid the...
Favorite Local Motorcycle Routes: Delaware
Posted by ROGER HEUMANN
Delaware is a state rich in history as well as both rural and urban scenery. It has tax-free shopping and the motorcycle roads give you thick forests, shorelines, hills, wooded areas and much more. You can bike for as long as you’d like and then enjoy the beaches, hiking and other fun entertainment. These routes are some of the best in the state for motorcyclists who ride locally and those who travel around. Coast Shore Run This 60-mile motorcycle route consists of a quiet 2-lane road that runs up along the Delaware Bay coast. It passes through farmlands and coastal estuaries...
How To Care For Leather Motorcycle Gloves
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Motorcycle gear is expensive and if you have a good pair of riding gloves, not only did you invest money into them, but they are a comfortable piece of your ride. You want to maintain them and keep them operable as long as possible. If you want leather motorcycle gloves to stay in good riding condition for a number of years, you will need to do proper maintenance on them. Leather is made from animal hide and functions somewhat like human skin. If it gets too dry, it gets brittle and can crack. If it is too wet, it...
Favorite Local Motorcycle Routes: Connecticut
Posted by ROGER HEUMANN
Connecticut is a picturesque portion of the country with easy drives for motorcycle riders who live in the New York and Pennsylvania regions or those visiting from other areas. The rolling hills, antique shops, tobacco farms, river valleys and other scenic views allow motorcyclists miles of memories. Here are some of the best routes in the state of Connecticut.more Scenic Durham to Old Saybrook This motorcycle route starts in Durham and stretches just less than 40 miles to Old Saybrook. You will get to see small towns and villages, farms, lakes, and historic sites along the route. The Hadlyme...
Motorcycle Gear To Ensure A Safe Ride In Every Season
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No matter what the season, if you ride a motorcycle you already know how important protective equipment is to your life. Critical motorcycle safety equipment can save the lives of both the rider and the passenger. This list of four essential pieces of protective gear for motorcycle riders can make all the differnece between an accident and a tragedymore Motorcycle helmets Motorcycle helmets consist of four basic parts that shield and protect your head in the event of a motorcycle collision, including: A carbon fiber or Kevlar hard outer shell that resists and absorbs shock An inner protective liner, which...
Favorite Local Motorcycle Routes: Arkansas
Posted by ROGER HEUMANN
You may not automatically think of Arkansas as a great place to ride, but the state actually has some of the best motorcycle roads in the country. There are plenty of things to do when you stop and there are mountain ranges, untapped forests, and open roads to enjoy as well. Here are just a few of the best motorcycle routes in the state of Arkansas.more Missouri Route 86 This route is known as “Ride the Eagle” because you will take route 23 from Eureka Springs across to Eagle Rock. Missouri Route 86 takes over from there in this...
5 Reasons To Always Wear Motorcycle Gloves
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If you ride your motorcycle often, you know the rules about gear. You should always wear your helmet to protect your head and so on and so forth. You know that you should always wear your gloves as well because you’ve heard other say so, but what are the real reasons? When it’s hot, they aren’t always comfortable! Here are a few reasons why you should wear your motorcycle gloves at all times when you ride. Reason #1: Falls are Unpredictable It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been riding or how careful you are, you can still fall....
5 Tips For Buying Leather Motorcycle Gloves
Posted by ROGER HEUMANN
When you need to buy motorcycle gloves, you go to the store, pick up the first pair of gloves and walk to the register, right? Wrong. Buying motorcycle gloves should take a little time and effort. If you want to get gloves that will be safe, comfortable, and appropriate in all the right areas, take these tips into consideration.more Tip #1: Go for Comfort Comfort is number one on many riders’ lists. Of course, you want to be safe as well, but if the gloves aren’t comfortable, you are less likely to wear them. As you inspect the...
Favorite Local Motorcycle Routes: Alabama
Posted by ROGER HEUMANN
Alabama is a great state to take a motorcycle ride since it has a rich heritage, plenty of culture stops, beautiful scenery, and decent weather for much of the year. This state has a few designated trails that were designed to show culture, history, and scenery along one path. You can expect a variety of things form the scenery including rolling hills, thick forests, and a small area of the Gulf coastline. There are plenty of options throughout the state, but here are some of the best places to cruise when you are looking for an entertaining ride.more Monroeville...
The Impact Of Motorcycle Gloves On Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Posted by ROGER HEUMANN
Carpal tunnel syndrome happens when the median nerve running from the forearm into the palm is pressured and squeezed at the wrist. The nerve sense sensations into the hand and impulses to small muscles in a number of areas. The median nerve in the carpal tunnel area can become compressed when it is overused or traumatized. Carpal tunnel syndrome can be mild, moderate, or even severe. At best, it is uncomfortable. When you think of carpal tunnel syndrome, you most often attribute it to someone sitting at a desk typing for too long with bad posture. But the affliction can...
How A Weekend Motorcycle Trip Brought Us Closer
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1,000 miles. 3 days. 3 men. 1 great priceless experience. Over Father’s Day weekend, my brother and I rode 1,000 with our dad. It wasn’t planned as a Father’s Day event and we weren’t actively looking for a way to reconnect. We’re all pretty close and have good relationships. We were definitely looking forward to some miles under our tires, wind our faces and some beautiful Michigan scenery. The morning we left was cool. Once we gathered at dad’s house, we began to look over the map and the general idea for our trip. Dad had been planning possible routes...