Review: GSI Collapsible Javadrip

The morning cup of coffee is such an important ritual for most people.  You're half awake and you stumble to the kitchen and fire up the coffee pot.  The aroma of the morning brew can be so heavenly.  Mmm, can you smell it?   There is such an emotional connection to that smell, it is really hard... Continue Reading →

My Favorite Drink. The Manhattan Cocktail.

Manhattan Cocktail (Sweet) 1 Dash of Angostura Aromatic Bitters 3/4 oz. Sweet Vermouth: Dolin Vermouth de Chambery Rouge 1 1/2 oz. Bulleit Rye Frontier Whiskey Stir well with giant cube of ice. That's what I have.  Serve with a cherry. There you have it, my favorite drink for this day.    HCBrian          

Baby BMW and My Friend Julia

You have all seen the articles about the Lego version of the BMW 1200 GS.   Today Julia got to share hers with me in the office today. That little kit is very cool and I would love to build one up in the future.  No,  I don't have a BMW GS1200, but that's okay.... Continue Reading →

Maker Space. Rear Rack $12.00 Later.

Attached is my first and only attempt at building a rear rack for my Suzuki V Strom.   I have been doing some research on rear racks and have been looking at a lot of really nice options.  Touratech and SW-Motech to name two.   Unfortunately, those options all come with a nice price tag... Continue Reading →

Some of My Favorite Things

I spend way too much time on the inter-webs looking at motorcycle stuff.   I have watched way too many videos trying to determine the right tire, the perfect duffel bag, the best adventure jacket, the best fitting boots and a few good riding videos, book ended by many, many terrible riding videos. It is... Continue Reading →

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