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Byway Boogie Routs 2.0
Sport Touring Routes " The Original" . Great route for those of you that have not traveled much in Arkansas. Highway 7 is known as Scenic Byway 7, hence "The Byway Boogie”. It’s up Hwy 7 to Jasper and return to HSV. Stop at the Low Gap for lunch, it’s just a couple of blocks north of downtown. Mt Magazine Loop . This will take you to the highest location in Arkansas. Your lunch stop (wp9) is at the Cove Creek Gas and Store. You can get a decent sandwich there. If you prefer a
Jerry James
Oct 28, 20253 min read
Modern Sportbikes: Brutal, Brilliant, and Absolutely Addictive.
If you’ve swung a leg over one of today’s modern sportbikes, you already know, it’s not just a ride, it’s an experience . These machines are unapologetically fast, razor-sharp, and loaded with technology that would make NASA engineers grin. They deliver the kind of adrenaline that leaves your hands tingling, your heart racing, and your back slightly sore… but somehow, you’re already planning your next ride before the engine cools. credit - Cycle World Magazine The Age of Exce
Jerry James
Oct 25, 20253 min read
Is Overlanding Pricing Itself Into Extinction? Don’t Let It Go the Way of the Dinosaur
Is overlanding pricing itself into extinction? Rising costs, overpriced gear, and unrealistic expectations are pushing this outdoor lifestyle out of reach for everyday families. Here’s why the community must return to affordable, practical adventure.
Jerry James
Sep 19, 20253 min read
ByWay Boogie Sport Touring & ADV Routes
The Routes are Here! The routes are Here! When you download the routes, ensure you are downloading the correct type. Garmin Zumo and...
Jerry James
Sep 8, 20252 min read
The Clutch Lever Purists’ Last Stand: Ducati Just Pulled the Pin
Some riders think technology is ruining motorcycles. Heated grips? Fine. Cruise control? Tolerable. But take away their left-hand clutch lever and suddenly they’re standing on a soapbox in the parking lot of the local diner, yelling at clouds like a leather-clad Grandpa Simpson.
Jerry James
Sep 3, 20252 min read
No Clutch, No Problem: Why DCT Still Delivers the Thrill
Honda’s DCT is basically a smart way to shift gears automatically while keeping the feel and power delivery of a manual gearbox. Inside, there are actually two clutches: one handles odd gears (1st, 3rd, 5th) and the other handles even gears (2nd, 4th, 6th)
Jerry James
Aug 16, 20253 min read
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