Road Journal

Stories from the miles between.

Journeys, photographs and the practical lessons that only arrive after the road has had its say.

Half Dome from Glacier Point.
Sierra · September 10–14, 2026 · Five riding days

Los Angeles to Las Vegas: Five Days When the Plan Met the Road

A five-day motorcycle ride from Los Angeles to Las Vegas through the Sierra, Yosemite and Death Valley.

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Red touring motorcycle parked beside a fuel pump.
Journal entry · 2013-09-21

My First Solo Ride Into the Appalachians

In 2013, my first solo motorcycle trip into the Appalachians nearly ended before it really began. A late start, a badly aimed headlight and rain near Savannah gave me plenty of reasons to turn around. I kept telling myself the same thing: Just keep going.

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