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Europe In Texas
We are constantly on the lookout for short multi-day trips that can be completed over a three-day weekend. We've ventured into Arkansas...
davisnika
Sep 155 min read


Don't Pet the Fluffy Cows!
The bison walking towards us whille we were on the bike. When I ride, I put on a baseball cap after removing my helmet that says "Adult...
davisnika
Aug 136 min read


Hobby for Two, Please
My husband and I have been married for over 36 years and have been riding two-up for nearly seven years. I have to admit, we haven’t had...
davisnika
Aug 35 min read


Fairytale Forests and Western Movies
We take a two to three-week trip each summer and schedule out the ride, the recreational stops, and the overnight stays. We generally...
davisnika
Jun 193 min read


A Taste of Texas
Part of motorcycle touring is eating… the energy consumed requires hydration and good food! If you read my previous article...
davisnika
Jun 84 min read


Three Days on the Pacific Coast Highway
Summer of 2024, we rode the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) from the official starting point in Dana Point and rode north to Leggett,...
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May 304 min read


Unexpected Encounters
From the very beginning, our adventures have been filled with interesting people, places and occurrences. As I shared in my second...
davisnika
May 235 min read


Bucket List Bonanza
A few years back, I stumbled across a bucket with cute cards inside to create a bucket list. The cards have a place to write the activity...
davisnika
May 144 min read


Adventuresome Accommodations
I have mad respect for those who ride and camp, but these bones stopped seeing the ground in my 30s. I make the very most out of every...
davisnika
May 94 min read


Fuel's Folly
Riding with me in a car takes a lot of trust. I have only ran out of gas once in my life, but the risk is pretty consistent because I get...
davisnika
May 34 min read


Tale of the Pig Trail
When you think of Texas, longhorns, cowboy boots, and horses come to mind. When you think of Arkansas, pigs are on the list. Arkansas’...
davisnika
Apr 252 min read


Compromising Trips
People say opposites attract. He is a night owl; I am an early riser. He is laid-back; I am a little neurotic. He is organized (OCD); I...
davisnika
Apr 113 min read


What The Devil?
In our early 20s, we went white-water river rafting in Tahoe, Nevada. One of the rapids was named “The Meat Grinder.” With a name like...
davisnika
Mar 213 min read


Rain Won't Stand In Our Way...Key West or Bust
Beautiful sunset in Key West A few years back, we traveled from Texas to Key West. Bad weather was in the forecast from the very...
davisnika
Mar 163 min read


Here Comes The Storm
Our attempt to outrun was a failure. Long-distance trips can be a little tricky when dealing with weather in various states. Last summer,...
davisnika
Mar 94 min read


Peace, Love and Ride
I bought my husband his first motorcycle six years ago without knowing I was going to ride. The pillion life (aka backpack) began because...
davisnika
Feb 284 min read


Double Date with The Three Sisters
The majority of the time, we ride alone as a two-up couple. It is not by choice, but because we have few couple friends who ride or whose...
davisnika
Feb 184 min read


Sunsets, Wildlife, and Murals, Oh My!
We both have Bluetooth-synced helmets that allow us to communicate with one another as well as listen to our own music. We have very...
davisnika
Feb 123 min read


Hawaii On A Hog
Best view of Honolulu and Diamond Head from Tantalus Lookout. As a high school principal, my varsity volleyball girls travel to Oahu...
davisnika
Feb 83 min read


Texas Two Trip
Long distance trips are amazing, but not always feasible due to life constraints and scheduling. An overnighter or small multi day trip...
davisnika
Feb 43 min read
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