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I count touring the Alps on a Motorcyclist Magazine tour as one of my fondest memories.WORDS: Rob CimenoPHOTOS: Andy CherneyI count touring the Alps on a Motorcyclist Magazine tour as one of my fondest memories. Long acknowledged as some of the finest motorcycling roads in the world, all expectations were ...    Read more

Ever since I began riding sportbikes a few years ago, a strange ritual has taken place.WORDS: Angie LoyEver since I began riding sportbikes a few years ago, a strange ritual has taken place. Riding solo with my ponytail in the wind, I’m spotted by a male sportbike rider who examines ...    Read more

I don’t put much stock in conspiracy theories and the like, but the way Honda has treated young Nicky Hayden this season makes me want to reconsider. WORDS: Charles EverittPHOTOGRAPHY: Courtesy of Honda Pro Images I don’t put much stock in conspiracy theories and the like, but the way Honda ...    Read more

As a 20-year PGA Golf Professional, I’ve had the privilege to meet a lot of famous people.WORDS: Jim WestAs a 20-year PGA Golf Professional, I’ve had the privilege to meet a lot of famous people. In reality only some of the time it is a privilege - other times the ...    Read more

Nothing makes a screw-up heal faster than hearing the tale of a guy who messed-up just a bit more than you.WORDS: Rob CimenoNothing makes a screw-up heal faster than hearing the tale of a guy who messed-up just a bit more than you.So I was reading Motorcyclist and one particular ...    Read more

It’s been nearly four months since the MOMBA experience at Mid-Ohio, but I just can’t quit thinking how fun and energizing the AMA’s Vintage Motorcycle Days weekend was.WORDS: Mitch BoehmIt’s been nearly four months since the MOMBA experience at Mid-Ohio, but I just can’t quit thinking how fun and energizing ...    Read more

I can’t help but wonder, when Catman passes by Butcher in the hallway, or Mitch looks over at Brian during a staff meeting, are they both think what I’m thinking ...WORDS: Robert CimenoPHOTOS: Brian Nelson I can’t help but wonder, when Catman passes by Butcher in the hallway, or Mitch ...    Read more

While attending a track day recently, I was able to observe a few interesting characters.WORDS: Rob CimenoPHOTOS: George RobertsWhile attending a track day recently, I was able to observe a few interesting characters. Much like the way a bird watcher observes birds in their natural habitat, I too, like to ...    Read more

We got so many letters about our "Why We Ride" cover story (November, 2006) that we couldn’t begin to fit them all in the magazine ...    Read more

without plying him with alcoholWORDS: Angie LoyPHOTO: Todd WestoverAnyone who’s met me knows I’m shy and reserved. But after a couple martinis you can’t shut me up! Fortunately, cocktails were served at the premiere of Mark Neale’s new documentary, The Doctor, The Tornado & The Kentucky Kid at Paramount Studios ...    Read more

Hello, my name is Rob and I have a problem.WORDS/PHOTOGRAPHY: Rob CimenoHello, my name is Rob and I have a problem–and I only wish a bit of overindulgence in homemade chocolate chip cookies was it. Experience has led me to believe I can’t say no to new motorcycles. I hope ...    Read more

I planned on going to Femmoto 2006 for nearly a year after the organizer, Bonnie Strawser, asked me to be a returning instructor. I got into trouble at the ’05 event for strafing the women on the track while dicing with a couple of male instructors, so needed to redeem ...    Read more

OK, I admit it: As no small number of readers has pointed out, we probably should have published a map showing the route for the Colorado Centopassi ride ...Words: Brian CattersonOK, I admit it: As no small number of readers has pointed out, we probably should have published a map ...    Read more

My husband Brian was aching to moto since it had been a year since he last rode in the dirt ...Words: Angie LoyMy husband Brian was aching to moto since it had been a year since he last rode in the dirt. A job change and moving house twice had ...    Read more

It’s 6:15 p.m. on an acceptably balmy Tuesday afternoon in the Boss Angeles and I’m bracing for the ugliest part of my day –WORDS: Tim CarrithersIt’s 6:15 p.m. on an acceptably balmy Tuesday afternoon in the Boss Angeles and I’m bracing for the ugliest part of my day – the ...    Read more

Ever wonder what the Motorcyclist staffers do on their days off? We ride. Test Bike Manager Michael Candreia is no exception.After a three-year hiatus, Motorcyclist's Test Bike Manager Michael Candreia returned to motocross competition during AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days at Mid-Ohio, July 27-29. The odds were stacked against him ...    Read more