For the second week we decided to list the top 20 motorcycle roads in the Southwest. Again, these roads were rated on a scale of 1 to 10 by motorcyclists who have previously ridden these routes – with a score of 10 being the best. Arizona Northern Arizona Grand Canyon North Rim Parkway – This [...]
Life In America 2000 – Average household income is $42,148. George W. Bush is elected president. Grand Prix Formula 1 racing returns to the US after nine years. 5-million acres are destroyed by fires in the West. Tiger Woods becomes the youngest golfer to win a grand slam. Last of the original Minis rolls off [...]
Some of our favorite rides can take us a long way from civilization. The lack of traffic, nice fresh air, and good roads can make for some of the best motorcycling memories. However, the seclusion we enjoy can suddenly become a big problem if a mechanical problem arises or, God forbid, a crash occurs. Preparing [...]
For the next four weeks we will be providing a look at the best motorcycle roads in America broken down by region, with one region covered per week. We’re kicking off this week with the top 20 motorcycle roads in the west. These roads were rated by motorcyclists who have previously ridden these routes – with [...]
Life In America 1999 – Median household income is $40,810. The world’s population hits 6 billion (currently 7 billion). Y2K has many people concerned. Myspace appears on the internet, though not as a social media site. Lance Armstrong wins his first Tour de France. The Euro is introduced into the currency market. At the movies, [...]
If you’re planning a long motorcycle trip this season it’s a good idea to research and plan where you are going to stay overnight, for many obvious reasons, prior to heading out on your bike. We compiled a few tips along with some benefits and disadvantages about staying over night in campgrounds and hotels/motels. [...]
Life In America 1998 – Median household income is $38,100, the first real growth in income since 1989. The government announces its first budget surplus in 30 years, but is overshadowed by the impeachment proceedings of President Clinton for perjury and obstruction of justice for his relationship with “that woman.” The iMac is unveiled. Google [...]
Life In America 1997 – Median household income is $37,006, which is about what it was in 1989 after adjusting for inflation. The world is transfixed by news of the death of Princess Diana in Paris. Microsoft becomes the world’s most valuable company at $261 billion. Mike Tyson bites off Evander Holyfield’s ear in a [...]
Life In America 1996 – Median household income is $35,492. Mad Cow disease strikes Great Britain. eBay starts. Dolly the sheep becomes the first animal to be created through cloning. Internet usage goes from 1 million to 10 million in 12 months. The summer Olympics are held in Atlanta. The Macarena, as a song and [...]
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