When there are so many fabulous faraway places to see Why should Spain and Tahiti and Rio, just be only names to you and me? I feel certain there's people we'd be glad to know there So tell me why don't we get up and go there Go to those fabulous places where we long to be Fabulous Places - Bobby Darin
Backroads has been around since 1995. In those 27 years I have been fortunate enough, along with my best friend and, many times, old and new friends, to have traveled to some very amazing places.
European motorcycles are characterized by their styling, handling, and in the case of classics, their unique riding experience.
Any list of motorcycles is subjective, but for someone who's new to classic motorcycles and thinking about purchasing their first machine,, they are invaluable. If it’s on the list, it is a well-known and proven classic with a big following.
Yamaha is proud to unveil the newest iteration of its celebrated ‘Faster Son’ design philosophy—the striking, completely redesigned 2022 Yamaha XSR900. Inspired by Yamaha’s legendary racing heritage, the new XSR900 represents a significant advancement in both performance and style, boasting an all-new chassis, more powerful 890cc engine, more advanced electronics package and a brilliant new look drawn from Yamaha’s classic
1980s-era Grand Prix racing machines.
Last month, Apple launched its self-service store which allows customers to buy parts for select Apple devices they can repair at home. It was a big win for advocates in the “right to repair” movement, who’ve fought Apple in Congress for the opportunity to swap out their own shattered screens.
“Racing is life. Everything that happens before or after is just waiting.”
Michael Delaney (Steve McQueen)
The Porsche 917 is a racing legend – the most powerful and fastest Porsche race car to date with an air-cooled twelve-cylinder engine whose power in 1970 was an imposing 580 hp at 8,300 rpm. With an impressive racing record, the 917 is responsible for turning the German brand into a force that dominated the endurance racing scene from the early 1970s until the mid-1990s.
Even if you are not a guitarist you most likely know the name Martin.
Built in Nazareth, Pennsylvania since 1833, Martin Guitars has created the finest guitars & strings in the world for over 180 years. They're the choice from professionals to beginner guitar players.
One of the best is the D-18.
Take a minute and see how this wonderful instrument is hand-built!
Sure, there are great rain gloves and great street gloves - but Held Air-N-Dry Gloves have the best of both worlds.
Built with two-layers - one vented and the other with a water-proof Gore-Tex membrane - these gloves, like all Held gloves, will last for years and they do exactly what they say they will.
The Oldest River In New York Is A Beautiful Piece Of Living History
New York is home to many famous rivers with extensive histories of industry and recreation. But when it comes to age, the Susquehanna River stands out above the rest. Not only is it the longest river on the east coast, it’s also one of the oldest rivers in the entire world. You may be wondering how the age of a river is even determined. It's a complicated process and there is no way to judge an exact age with absolute
certainty.
So read on…
Going Inside West Virginia’s Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum Will Give You Nightmares
Prepare to get the heebie-jeebies! The Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum, located in Weston, West Virginia, opened in 1864 to house the mentally ill and was forced to close down in 1994. Some of the reasons that people would be admitted to the Weston Asylum: the dreaded “female disease”, laziness, birth control, and religious enthusiasm. This abandoned asylum is now supposedly haunted with the souls of the
insane.
The first-ever expedition to the bottom of a startling desert sinkhole found wonders—but only natural ones
by Sarah Durn
In the far eastern edge of Yemen, far from any cities or well-traveled roads, there’s a black mark in the desert, like a giant eye peering up from the earth. Regardless of how uncanny it looks from above, it is a natural phenomenon, a perfectly round and profoundly deep sinkhole called the Well of Barhout, or the “Well of Hell.” It’s easy to see why. Without the help of wings or long ropes, anything that disappears into this
367-foot-deep hole is not going to come out.
The other day I was stunned that someone did not know what NCC-1701 meant. Whaaaat?!
This same person had Star Trek (awesome) and Star Wars (cute) mixed up.
Jeesh! It must suck to have a life based on reality.
The new series Strange New Worlds is phenomenal and takes a look at the Starship Enterprise a decade and a half earlier- when it was captained by Christopher Pike.
One step inside the historic Riverview Inn and riders always feel at home. The original hotel was built in the 1950s and has since been transformed into a modern getaway that still preserves its classic charm. The location is perfect for exploring and guests can enjoy the laid-back Colonial Beach events calendar and dive into the rich history of the area.
Looking for a great escape on two-wheels?
The Riverview Inn is the perfect Potomac-side spot to kick back and take time for yourself and always a Backroads pick while in the region.
