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Do Not Put Your Kid on an Electric Bike
Yes, they’re fun, fast, and convenient. But motorized vehicles are not for children. On Memorial Day weekend, my family pulled into a busy campground for a long weekend of outdoor fun. Like many campgrounds in Oregon, this one was in an idyllic spot between a bunch of exciting outdoor activities like rock climbing, floating on…
Read MoreKilgore’s Corner: Practice boat/watercraft safety
With the hot weather arriving, lakes statewide will, no doubt, be filled with people looking to kick off the summer boating season. Pleasure crafts, jet skis, fishermen and swimmers will co-exist for a long and, hopefully, safe summer. Each year, countless numbers of people are involved in water- related accidents, many of which, with a…
Read MoreMotorcycle Airbag Systems Are Rad, and Donut’s Gonna Show You Why
They’re not cheap, but neither are hospital or funeral bills. Life on two wheels is filled with risks, and as someone who enjoys ripping around town on a motorcycle, it’s your responsibility to do as much as you can to mitigate them. A great way of doing that is having quality gear like a good…
Read MoreWith warm weather comes more motorcycle rides; tips to keep yourself safe
QUINCY (WGEM) – With the spring season upon us, you may want to take full advantage of the weather and hit the road on your motorcycle. Smith Brothers Powersports Sales Manager, Andrew Smith said, this is the time when people get the itch to buy their bikes and get on the road. He encourages bikers…
Read MoreApparel Pro: Sport Leather Jackets
When the classic leather jacket isn’t enough. Stylish and naturally tough, leather is viewed as the quintessential material for motorcycle jackets. While riders wearing plain (or emblemed) leather jackets is a common (and expected) sight atop cruisers and tourers, the same can’t be said for those on sport bikes. If V-twin riders are all about…
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