State Route 74 in Colorado is also known as Bear Creek Road. Besides being twisty, a rider from Littleton explained that it "Takes you past Red Rocks and some wonderful scenery." As it's name implies, SR 74 follows along the Bear Creek.
This 11 mile stretch of SR 74 runs between Morrison and Evergreen and is just west of the Denver metropolitan area.
Old Hill City Road is unique in that it follows and crosses the railroad tracks 14 times of the 1880 Train, a vintage steam engine. Contributed by Jeff Marchitto, he describes Old Hill City Road as "a twisty, scenic ride which serves as a very handy and fun crossover between Hill City and Keystone."
You could use Old Hill City Road as an alternative to US 16 or combine the two for a nice loop. At the Keystone end it is only a few miles to Mount Rushmore.
Hopkins Hill Road is located just west of Warwick, but the contributor say that it has an "Unusually rural feeling for RI (like some back roads of NH or Maine)." He also noted that Hopkins Hill Road "will test your curve negotiation skills."
It is only 8 miles in length but it is a road you might want to turn around and do it again. Looks like a good road to seek out if you are in the area.
About.com has posted an article on How to Save Gas on a Motorcycle. It provides 10 tips to improve your miles per gallon (mpg). Besides making common sense, many will help you 'keep the rubber on the road' and improve the pleasure of your ride.
Here is another tip: While scanning 5 seconds down the road, if I observe a red light, I back off the throttle and coast (in gear) to the light. More often then not, the light turns green before I reach the intersection.
Do you have a tip to increase mpg you would like to share?
River Road, AKA Buck River Road, is located 5 miles north of Blakeslee in the Pocono Mountains. Submitted by Charles Peterson, he describes it as "a beautiful country ride through: state game lands, the quaint little town of Thornhurst, and along the upper Lehigh River. Use caution on the turns--several are tight and poorly banked. This road is somewhat difficult to find at each end but a ride well worth the effort after getting there."
Nick Sloane recently submitted CR 58 and it was quickly followed up with comments from Bob L. Both praised the scenery along this route and the excellent road conditions. CR 58 is located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan along Lake Superior and runs through the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Both Nick and Bob also noted that traffic was very lite on this route.
Triadelphia Road is a quiet backroad which loops off of MD 32, just west of Baltimore. The contributor relates that it is a "Fun route for novice riders since there's virtually no traffic." No doubt a good choice for experienced riders as well if you're in the area.
The Sturgis (Black Hills) Rally officially begins this coming week. One the events on Monday, August 8th, is the Mayor's Ride. Mark Carstensen, the new Mayor of Sturgis, has obtained his motorcycle license and will borrow an H-D Road King in order to participate in the event. He has previous experience riding dirt bikes but this will be his first involvement in road riding.
Mayor Carstensen will also be available to officiate at weddings, which are common at the rally.
For Mayor Carstensen's comments on motorcycling and the rally logon to the Sturgis Rally Daily.
I commend Mayor Carstensen for his support of motorcycling and the Sturgis Rally and wish him, the City of Sturgis, and all the participants well for a safe and successfull rally.
SR 3 in the Eastern Highlands of Kentucky looks like a real winner. A rider from North Carolina describes it as a "Sweet little back road through the mountains, with lots of turns and elevation changes.". It starts in Louisa along the West Virginia state line. It is recommended that you stop at Kentucky's Pavieillon, at the intersection of SR 3 and US 23, which he relates "is a unique combination gas station/ice-cream shop/country music museum (honoring the locals who made it big), with plenty of rocking chairs out front for riders who want to take a cool break on a hot day." Check out the Paveillon's website, I'll think you'll agree.
A rider from New York recently submitted PA 191 which takes you through the Pocono Mountains and the Upper Delaware River Scenic and Recreational Area. He stated that he "Found this one by mistake, but what a find." I completely agree.
I've ridden it several times and it is a road that I look at anytime I plan on heading north into New York. Once you cross the bridge to Hancock, NY, you have several options:
1) Take NY 97 to backtrack south along the Delaware and enjoy the infamous 'Hawks Nest' with it's spectacular views of the river.
2) Pickup NY 10 and experience the wonderful scenery provided by the Cannonsville Reservoir.
3) Catch NY 30 which is a great route through the heart of the Adirondack Mountains.
PA 191, along with anyone of the NY routes, will provide a good day of riding.
Victory has announced its 2012 lineup of 15 models including 3 Ness Limited Edition models. Gone are the Kingpin 8-ball and Vision 8-ball. The price of the Vision Tour was dropped $2,200. For more information and photos, visit About.com's 2012 Victory Motorcycles Buyer's Guide.
