motorcycle: California Motorcycle Ride - Little Dragon - Hwy 49 (Coulterville, CA) - 04/07/13 04:58 PM
California Motorcycle Ride - Little Dragon - Hwy 49 (Coulterville, CA)
Last month, Bob and I rode the Little Dragon, California's version of Tennesee's and North Carolina's famous Tail of the Dragon. The Tail of the Dragon is a popular destination for motorcycle riders and sports car enthusiasts worldwide and it consists of an 11-mile stretch of highway with a total of 318 turns. The Little Dragon is actually 5 miles longer than the Tail of the Dragon, but with only approximately 45 turns. Here is a photo of the Little Dragon that I took from the southernmost vantage point, Fremont's Fort:

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motorcycle: Coulterville, CA - Magnolia Saloon & Grill Restaurant at Hotel Jeffery - 03/31/13 09:28 AM
Coulterville, CA - Magnolia Saloon & Grill Restaurant at Hotel Jeffery
The Magnolia Saloon & Grill at Hotel Jeffery is a popular lunch stop destination for motorcycle riders who come to ride the Little Dragon, a 15-mile stretch of Hwy 49 between Coulterville, CA and Bear Valley, CA with fun twisties and wonderful views. Bob and I went on a group motorcycle ride from El Dorado Hills, CA down Highway 49 to the Little Dragon last weekend and it was a great day trip to start the Spring riding season!
Established in 1851, the Magnolia Saloon is California's oldest operating saloon … (4 comments)

motorcycle: Pollock Pines, CA 95726 - Sportsman's Hall - 08/19/12 04:14 PM
Pollock Pines, CA 95726 - Sportsman's Hall
Sportsman's Hall in Pollock Pines, California is open Monday to Thursday from 8am to 8pm, Friday and Saturday from 8am to 9pm and Sunday from 7am to 9pm. It is a pretty cool and convenient place to stop for a quick meal if you're traveling on Highway 50, midway between Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe. Sportsman's Hall is known as California Landmark 704 and was "California's only home station where riders changed on the Pony Express Trail."
Bob and I stopped in for breakfast on our way to Hot August Nights in South Lake Tahoe … (0 comments)

motorcycle: Uncle Toms Cabin - Wentworth Springs Rd, El Dorado National Forest, CA - 08/18/12 01:58 PM
Uncle Toms Cabin - Wentworth Springs Rd, El Dorado National Forest, CA 95634
Uncle Toms Cabin (est. 1864) is a great place to stop en route to the Rubicon Trail for off-road enthusiasts or simply a cool destination if you're looking for a rustic retreat. However, if you're not coming in a Jeep, 4WD truck, SUV or even a hypermotard, just know in advance that you'll have to go about 1/4 mile on a dirt road off Wentworth Springs Road to get to Uncle Toms Cabin! Here are some photos of our group of motorcycles going down that road...and no, most … (6 comments)

motorcycle: South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 - The Beacon Bar & Grill at Camp Richardson - 08/10/12 10:36 AM
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 - The Beacon Bar & Grill at Camp Richardson
Rum Runner. It's the drink that The Beacon Bar & Grill at Camp Richardson in South Lake Tahoe, CA is famous for...that along with their beachfront and lakeside outdoor dining deck with live music every afternoon from 2-6pm! Just sit back and scroll down...these photos are worth a few thousand words and they tell the whole story:
The Beacon Bar & Grill at Camp Richardson Resort
Boats Docked at The Beacon Bar & Grill
Live Entertainment at The Beacon Bar & Grill - Key Lime Pie
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motorcycle: Hot August Nights 2012: S. Lake Tahoe (8/3-8/5) Reno-Sparks (8/7-8/12) - 08/10/12 10:09 AM
Hot August Nights 2012: South Lake Tahoe (8/3-8/5) Reno-Sparks (8/7-8/12)
Hot August Nights first started in the Reno-Sparks Convention Center in 1986 and has grown to be the nation's largest classic car event today. Hot August Nights 2012 started on Friday, August 3, 2012 at the MontBleu Casino in South Lake Tahoe and the events are now being held in Reno-Sparks until it ends on Sunday, August 12, 2012.

These classic car photos were taken at the "Show & Shine" at MontBleu Casino (formerly the location of Caesar's Palace) on Sunday, August 5, 2012:








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motorcycle: Capay, CA 95607 - Road Trip Bar & Grill - 07/29/12 11:30 AM
Capay, CA 95607 - Road Trip Bar & Grill
Capay Valley's Road Trip Bar & Grill was our dining destination for today's group motorcycle ride...and after eating there, I know why they were voted Best Restaurant in Yolo County last year!

Road Trip Bar & Grill has a parking lot in the back, right behind their outdoor patio with lots of seating. FYI, the patio is not dog-friendly, as only service dogs are allowed.

Like everyone else, we decided to eat in their air-conditioned dining room because it was a typical midday in July...too hot to eat outside. Better … (12 comments)

motorcycle: North San Juan, CA 95960 - Brass Rail Tavern & Forty Niner Diner - 06/29/12 04:16 PM
North San Juan, CA 95960 - Brass Rail Tavern & Forty Niner Diner
We stopped at the Brass Rail Tavern & Forty Niner Diner on Hwy 49 in North San Juan, CA for a late lunch during a group motorcycle ride from Rocklin, CA to Bullards Bar Reservoir in Dobbins, CA. The Brass Rail Tavern is what I would call your typical biker bar, with some really good grub next door at the Forty Niner Diner.
Bob had one of their famous Philly Cheesesteak sandwiches and I had the best Patty Melt I've ever had...oh boy, was it delicious! The grilled onions … (10 comments)

motorcycle: El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 - The Purple Place Bar & Grill - 06/17/12 12:59 PM
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 - The Purple Place Bar & Grill
Famous for their Bloody Marys, the Purple Place Bar & Grill in El Dorado Hills, CA is also a popular meeting spot for group motorcycle rides. Since they are open for breakfast, many bikers meet at "The Purp" before heading out to ride. For us, the Purple Place was the final destination after a group motorcycle ride on Hwy 49. Bob enjoyed his refreshing Cobb Salad and I savored my BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich...yummy!
The Purple Place Bar & Grill is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner and they … (10 comments)

motorcycle: Georgetown, CA 95634 - Camp Virner Restaurant & Lounge - 06/16/12 03:27 PM
Georgetown, CA 95634 - Camp Virner Restaurant & Lounge
Camp Virner Restaurant & Lounge is a family owned and operated little gem of a restaurant in the Georgetown Divide, just 6 miles up Wentworth Springs Road from Main Street at Hwy 193 in Georgetown. They are open for dinner only, Wednesday to Sunday from 5pm to 9pm, and serve American, German and Italian food. BTW, I've heard that if you are coming for their prime rib (which they only serve on Fridays and Saturdays), be sure to get there early before they run out!
Last Sunday, Bob and I took a … (6 comments)

motorcycle: Penryn, CA 95663 - Valencia Club - 06/14/12 04:30 PM
Penryn, CA 95663 - Valencia Club
The Valencia Club, located at 2162 Taylor Road in Penryn, is a popular meeting spot for bikers to eat before, during or after a group motorcycle ride. The bar is open Monday to Friday from 7:00am to 2:00am and on Saturday and Sunday from 8:00am to 2:00am. Happy Hour at the Valencia Club is Monday to Friday from 4:00pm to 7:00pm and includes drink specials and $1 tacos.
Valencia Club - 2162 Taylor Road, Penryn, CA 95663 - (916) 663-0300
Valencia Club - Breakfast is served all day
Valencia Club - Country Fried Breakfast
Valencia Club - Cobb Salad
Valencia Club - Weekly … (8 comments)

motorcycle: 2nd Annual Placer Food Bank Poker Run - May 14, 2011 at Roseville Yamaha (Roseville, CA) - 04/23/11 02:55 PM
2nd Annual Placer Food Bank Poker Run - May 14, 2011 at Roseville Yamaha (Roseville, CA)

Jake Coplen, the Poker Run's organizer (and a Granite Bay High School senior), invites everyone to come out for a charitable motorcycle ride to benefit the Placer Food Bank, a non-profit food assistance agency located at 8284 Industrial Avenue, Roseville, CA 95678.
The Poker Run event is open to riders of all experience levels and all makes and models of motorcycles and is sponsored by Roseville Yamaha, located at 2014 Taylor Road, Roseville, CA 95678. Riders can register/check-in at the Roseville Yamaha parking lot … (16 comments)

motorcycle: Speechless Sunday: 2010 Victory Cross Country by Cory Ness (Arlen Ness Motorcycles - Dublin, CA) - 09/18/10 07:21 PM
Speechless Sunday: 2010 Victory Cross Country by Cory Ness (Arlen Ness Motorcycles - Dublin, CA)

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motorcycle: Wordless Wednesday - Name That Motorcycle! - 12/01/09 04:56 PM
Wordless Wednesday - Name That Motorcycle!

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motorcycle: Harley-Davidson Announces The End of the Buell Motorcycle - 11/01/09 06:11 PM
Harley-Davidson Announces The End of the Buell Motorcycle
On October 15, 2009, it was announced by Buell Motorcycle Company's President Jon Flickinger that all production of Buell motorcycles would wind down by October 30th.
To watch a video of Erik Buell's goodbye to Buell Motorcycles, click on the video to open a new window:

Here is the official press release from Buell Motorcycle Company:
BUELL OFFICIALS THANK CUSTOMERS, DEALERS AND EMPLOYEES FOR UNFORGETTABLE RIDE
EAST TROY, Wis. -- (Thursday, October 15, 2009) Buell Motorcycle Company officials thanked the company’s customers, employees and dealers for an unforgettable ride, following today’s announcement … (4 comments)