Random Thoughts From The Road

In this episode Randy and I talk about both the advantages and disadvantages of chain drives, belt drives and shaft drives. Both in terms of reliability and application. Also, our featured ride is the "Moonshine Run" in Arkansas.

In this episode Randy & I are out and about at the 17 th annual Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest, where we have a conversation with world renowned motorcycle artist David Uhl.  Also we chat it up with the guys from Law Tigers.

In this episode Randy and I discuss the 10 motorcycles made famous for their exploits during WWI and WWII, and how WWII saved Harley Davidson from extinction.

In this episode I talk about the Harley Davidson Sportster, from it's humble beginnings to the present day. Plus our featured ride of the week, the 53 mile Sparta to Peel ferry ride in southwest Missouri.

In this episode Randy and I talk about the two bikes Randy has added to his gasoline harem, whiskey drinking aggravations, first loves and assorted other random thoughts.

In this episode Randy and I talk about the best ways to keep cool when riding in the "seventh circle of hell" with the 100 degree + temperatures we've been experiencing this summer. How to avoid heat exhaustion and still being able to enjoy the ride. Plus, our featured ride… The 58 mile Melbourne Loop in Arkansas.

In this episode Randy and I talk about adding performance parts to your ride if your goal is long distance touring. To remain stock or not, and how much is too much in terms of building a performance engine for a true touring cruiser. Also, our featured ride the 22 mile Chadwick to Rockaway Beach in Missouri.

In this episode Randy and I talk about the Hot Springs rally in Arkansas, and the "All Out Dyno Drags" event, Randy's new build, and of course random thoughts. We also talk about our featured ride – the Ola to Hot Springs ride in Arkansas.

In this episode Randy and I talk about what our "fantasy ride" would be, and give some shout-outs to a couple of listeners. Also, we talk about our featured ride of the week – The Mena Loop in Arkansas.

In this episode Randy and I cuss and discuss the virtues of going all black or all chrome on your ride . And naturally, we tend to go off on various tangents because we have a short attention span. Also, we talk about our featured ride of the week – The S tockton Lake Loop in Missouri .

In this episode Randy and I go to the Progressive AFT I-70 flat track race. We talk about flat track racing, and sit down with two of the sports most prominent racers. Also, we talk about our featured ride of the week – The Searcy to Siloam Springs ride in Arkansas .

In this episode Randy and I bring you part 2 of our age old debate on what the definition of "American Made" is. Is it really American made if it just assembled in America, and the parts are imported from countries around the world? And are there any American made bikes produced in the U.S. anymore? Also, we talk about our featured ride of the week – The Eminence to Pilot Knob ride in Missouri.

In this episode Randy and I talk about our thoughts on metric bikes. What are some of our favorites, what's the latest and greatest and which metric bikes have great power, but are butt ugly! Also, randy and I get into an ongoing debate about… Well, you'll just have to listen to find out what it's about.

In this episode Randy and I talk about the age old debate that has torn apart empires… Single overhead or dual overhead cams, particularly when it comes to building a cafe racer. Also, we talk about our featured ride, the "Ponce Run" in Missouri.

In this episode Randy and I talk about the things you need to do to your ride so that you'll have a safe and trouble free riding season. Also, we talk about our featured ride… "The Boston Mountains Run" in Arkansas.

In this episode Randy and I are at the Sho-Me bike show in Sedalia Missouri. We talk with Rick Yeager, an old-time motorcycle enthusiast and former owner of Yeager;s Cycle Sales in Sedalia. We talk about the Sedalia Motorcycle Association, some of the unusual bikes at the show and so much more.

In this episode Randy and I talk about some of the bikes in the 2022 Harley Davidson line up, what we like and don't like. Also our featured ride, the Eureka Springs Loop, a 25 mile ride in northwest Arkansas. And of-course, random babbling nonsense.

In this episode Randy and I talk with world famous custom bike builder Curly Waugaman from Curly's Inc. We chat it up about his humble beginnings, what he's into now, and his thoughts on future motorcycle trends.

In this episode Randy and I talk about a Christmas eve night ride with his son Carter, what Santa brought us (or didn't bring us) and of course our signature random babble. Also we discuss our featured ride the Mansfield to Forsyth ride in Missouri.

In this episode Randy and I have a conversation with the owner of F-Bomb Baggers custom bike shop. We learn about his humble beginnings, and what his take is on the popularity of "Big Wheel" baggers, audio for your bike, and of course, all of the other nonsense that randomly pops into our heads.

In this episode Randy and I cuss and discuss about the idea of going from two wheels, the three. Plus, motorcycles and music, what is the latest in sound systems for bikes. Also, we talk about our featured ride, the Ironton to Eagleton loop ride in Missouri.

In this episode Randy and I babble on about the 2021 Harley Davidson Electra Glide Revival. The first of their new and extremely limited Icons Collections. Also, we talk about our featured ride, the Hartville to Houston ride in Missouri, as well as some of the better larger roads in the Ozarks.

In this episode Randy and I talk about a new bike build project that is rolling around in his demented mind. We debate different ideas about Cholo or Bulldog style bikes. Also, we talk about the Ozark Moonshine run in Arkansas. Something that's near and dear to Randy's heart. (The Moonshine, not running).

In this episode Randy has the day off, but I head to Barn House Harley Davidson in Jefferson City Missouri where we talk about the new Livewire, the Pan America and what's coming up in 2022. Also we have a new sponsor!

In this episode Randy and I head to the Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest and have a big time. But, as occasionally happens when you're having a great time, Gremlins sometimes have the final say… Little Bastards!