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Motorcycle Safety Checklist

By Larry GoreLoneStarBiker — First EditionPrinted pages: 42 Eye and Face Protection: Use goggles or glasses to protect eyes from wind, dust, dirt, rain, insects, and stones. Make sure eye or face protection is free of scratches, made of material that does not shatter, and gives a clear view to either side. Throttle and Brakes: … Read more

The Garden Inn a romantic getaway

A journey through The Garden Inn begins as one ascends the steps onto the welcoming porch and enters through the original double Dutch doors. When the weather is mild, humidity is low, and cool gulf breezes are blowing, the windows are raised and the Dutch doors left open and guest enjoy sitting in the same … Read more

A Look At The Past Galveston as it was

Texas Aviation Hall of Fame / Lone Star Flight Museum 2002 Terminal Dr. 409.740.7722 The museum is home to one of the finest collections of restored aircraft and aviation exhibits in the nation. Over 40 restored aircraft are displayed and most are in working condition. The collection includes WWII Fighters, Bombers, Liaison Trainers, and Executive … Read more

around the bend

It's summer. In Texas. Remember the feeling you got at the end of each school year … of total freedom and time stretched out so far it seemed endless? Summers were when special trips were planned for family, reunions, maybe Six Flags or that wonderful world of Disney. Summer brings day light savings time extending … Read more

Keep the Rubber Side Down I am Safe

by Jackie Vaughan wheels-in-motion.com Many people use a checklist to prepare for a trip. It might include gas, tire pressure, first aid kit, et cetera. One item often missing is the condition of the rider himself. Yet the rider's condition is at least as important as the condition of the bike. There is a checklist … Read more

Sailors Bikers

Have you ever noticed that there's not much difference between the suntanned face and windblown hair of a biker and a sailor? The only real difference is the mode of transportation; be it bike and road or boat and water. The breeze feels the same, it all about the view. Kemah offers an oasis on … Read more