Road Dirt

Road Dirt photo-journalist Ryan Nolan writes about kicking off riding & racing season with a weekend at North Florida’s JenningsGP motorcycle track.

Road Dirt writer Ted Edwards offers sage advice on planning memorable motorcycle road trips.

We interview Rick Collinson of RVProducts4You, and their proprietary TPMS units for motorcycles and trikes. We learn about Rick’s amazing backstory, including his decorated service at “Ground Zero” after the 9-11 attacks, and his company’s vision for improved motorcycle safety.

The motorcycling community is a special breed. Rob shares why, and gives several heart-warming examples.

We ride the newest twin by one of the world’s oldest motorcycle brands.

Ricky Brabec and Team Honda make history in the grueling and legendary Dakar Rally.

Ted Edwards shares the blissful escape that is motorcycle road tripping.

Custom motorcycle builder Kevin Baxter of Pro Twin Performance shares the story behind his first motorcycle, and the life lessons that accompanied it.

West coast writer Ted Edwards reveals the “secret sauce” of Road Dirt’s uniqueness.

Custom bike builder Kevin Baxter of Pro Twin Performance recounts the special friendship and mentorship of a great man, Canadian bike builder Bob McKay.

Rob shares an open letter to the motorcycle manufacturers, recalling the marketing strategies of old.

We ride the 1970s styled Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 Sportster, and wax nostalgic on the history of this iconic model line.

Rob reviews and gives his impressions of the highly touted Indian FTR 1200s

Road Dirt west coast writer Ted Edwards gives his humorous and heartwarming account of riding in the prestigious Colorado 500 Charity Ride

Rob reads Road Dirt assoc. editor Phil Gauthier’s account of a 4-day road trip with friends, filled with both struggles and memories.

Road Dirt editor Rob Brooks digs up a tale from the RD Archives, recounting the bike that tried to kill him, and what he learned from the ordeal.

Road Dirt’s Ted Edwards account of the true heroes of Laguna Seca racing, both on and off the track.

Rob discusses the conditions and situations that can create fear and anxiety for riders, and how to overcome these.

Road Dirt editor Rob Brooks discusses the visual skill he calls “Long View”, and its impact on riding and life.

Road Dirt west coast writer/rider Ted Edwards unveils five more of his favorite roads in Washington State and east Oregon, in his unique and entertaining style.

Road Dirt owner/editor Rob Brooks reflects on the traumatic, life-altering motorcycle crash he experienced years ago, and how he eventually got back to riding.

Road Dirt contributor Lloyd Clement of New Hampshire recounts a spectacular day of riding- to the legendary Laconia Bike Week, across the beautiful White Mountains, and along the rocky southern coastline.

Rob comments on the struggles of recent decades in American motorcycling, some signs of revival in our sport, and offers some suggestions for the future.

Road Dirt west coast writer Ted Edwards rides the breathtaking beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Rob reads his account.

Rob spent some time with motorcycle rider, vintage collector, and retired motorcycle racer Keith Campbell, in what became a quite enjoyable interview. *disclaimer: mild language