The Inside Scoop On Motorcycle Helmet Ratings – Part 2
Okay, so in the last post, we went over how different riding styles dictated – or might dictate – different ways of rating a helmet for the real world. Since we posted that, folks have gotten damned near violent about helmets online. This guy wants to say this, this guy…
American Legend Rider Boots Have Arrived at The Den!
Two things I personally cannot stand – sore feet and folks riding motorcycles with wimpy footwear. Now, the sore feet thing is real – I spent what felt like years standing in all manner of boots and dress shoes. Around the time I escaped from the Academy, “combat” style boots…
Why it’s a Necessity to Wear Protective Motorcycle Apparel
[The following is a paid sponsored article by PandoMoto.com] In recent decades, the number of motorcycles on the road has increased dramatically. This may be good news for motorcycle riders and manufacturers, but it presents an increasing safety issue on the roadways. More than ever, it is essential that you…
The Inside Scoop On Motorcycle Helmet Ratings
About fourteen minutes after the first biker fell off the first bike and broke their head open, some enterprising individual probably decided a helmet was more than just a pretty good idea and began selling “motorcycle helmets.” The problem, though, is even though science and medicine are amazingly advanced, our…
The Story of Fox Creek Leather is the Story of America Itself
The story of Fox Creek Leather is the story of America itself. From one man, Paul Trachy, who held himself and his own handmade products to a higher standard, to his decades-old dream of uniting small teams of craftsmen from around the United States. When you buy an item from…
Motorcycle Tank Restoration – Do the Hard Stuff Yourself
So now that summer is finally here, people are digging bikes out with a variety of challenges. No spark, bad fuel, water in the tank, or, even worse, rust. There are too many ways “no spark” can hit you for me to help you out with that, but let me…
Our Take on Motorcycle Profiling – Be Prepared & Have Your Stuff in Order
So four years ago, you might remember, there was a biker-related shootout at the Twin Peaks restaurant in Waco, Texas. Nine guys died and over 170 were arrested with so-called “fill in the blank” warrants. In the last month, the final analysis – from a judicial point of view –…
WSB Helmets – Smallest DOT Certified Beanie Helmets
Let’s face it, there are a lot of helmets out there. Whether you like full face, ¾, or our favorite, the beanie, every manufacturer has different ideas on what “fit” and “safety” seem to mean. Sure, you could slap a sticker on a novelty helmet, but for some of us,…
Schott NYC History – From Selling Locally Door to Door to Digitally Worldwide
Schott’s heritage is a true-blue, real-deal, piece of Americana. The iconic styles produced by hand for over 100 years have become infused in American culture and have served as battle flags for the American spirit. Begun by two brothers of a Russian immigrant, Schott NYC originally sold jackets – of…
When the Inclement Spring Weather Makes for Unfavorable Riding
So maybe you’re stuck contemplating what to do when the inclement spring weather makes for unfavorable riding conditions. What can you do? Honestly, I’ve never had too much trouble with it because I’ve always lived where “winter” was a day or two of really cold weather, followed by days at…
Hillside USA Leather – Pride and Craftsmanship Sewn Into Every Garment
Hillside USA has been manufacturing top quality AMERICAN MADE motorcycle leather apparel, which includes jackets, vests, chaps and gear for men and women, for nearly three decades. Why? The simple truth is that as more and more jobs in the textile and garment making industry went overseas, the void that…
Where are You and Your Bike Headed this Year?
Where you going this year? What big trips have you planned – or are you trying to hit a certain number of miles or kilometers in the riding season? I’ve averaged over 10,000 miles a year for a long time, but I’ll be honest, I just like getting out in…
