TALLADEGA SCENIC HIGHWAY ON MT. CHEAHA ~ ALABAMA ~ photo taken by Dianna Stover
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Monday, October 25, 2010

PIC OF THE WEEK - FALL LANE

It's sooo nice riding through the cooler Alabama air these days. Saturday, as Harley and I rode out in search of some pretty foliage, we're able to enjoy the weather as it is so much more comfortable now.

We found ourselves riding up around Talladega county and near a little town called Fayetteville, when we came upon this cozy country road that was a tunnel of reds, orange, yellow and browns.

FALL LANE
While we stretched and drank our Sonic Sweet Teas (yes, we have made up a way to carry Route 44 drinks in our saddle bags) I took some shots of this beautiful road, I'll just call Fall Lane.

I love riding on roads like these. They almost seem surreal. The gauntlet of shade and color transforms into a secret path from your favorite childhood storybook, and allows your imagination to take you far, far away.

It was a great day Saturday. Riding our Glides... listening to Auburn football on the radio... beating LSU and making the Auburn Tigers #1 in the SEC... just puts icing on the cake.

Have a great week everybody!

Lady R

Monday, October 18, 2010

PIC OF THE WEEK - LOOK BOTH WAYS

When Harley and I are out exploring little country roads we've never been on... we often cross over small rivers and creeks. Sometimes the bridges are large and impressive, and sometimes you might not even realize it's a bridge... till you look both ways.

The bridge...

Looking left...

And looking right...
This scene may not be as impressive as some as our other bridges and rivers, but with the Glides at rest, the quiet peacefulness of nature came over me while I stood there and listened...

It reminded me of why, while riding... I always look both ways.

Have nice week everybody!

Lady R

Monday, October 11, 2010

PIC OF THE WEEK - OLD GLORY AND VICTORY LANE

Happy Columbus Day everyone! For the first time in several years, I'm enjoying today's holiday at home. Thanks to my boss for being a good Grandpa and taking his grand young'ins to Disney World. Thanks again boss! Hope you had a great time.

I'm feeling a bit patriotic today, so I posted something I've been saving.

OLD GLORY

Back in July, Harley and I went to Talladega Super Speedway to participate again in the annual Biker's for Babies event. It was a beautiful day to ride the track and this year I actually waited in line to get my souvenir photo in Victory Lane.

VICTORY LANE
It was cool to realize that I was in the very same spot that some of my favorite drivers like Bill Elliott and Rusty Wallace stood while relishing in the glory after their victorious run. I had fun and I'm glad I waited for my photo... I just wish the dude taking the pics would have included the Talladega logo right above my head. (I know, I know... never happy!)

I hope those of you that have today off, enjoy the extra time to do something fun, like me. I'm spending the day the way the great discoverer Christopher Columbus did... looking beyond my imagination and pressing forward, deep into the world of the unknown... my kitchen cabinets!


Be sure and take a look at Thunder Beach and the Three B's... Beaches, Bikes and Beautiful Babes I posted on Saturday. Candy for the eyes... yum, yum.

Happy Columbus day again... and to all a great week!


Lady R

Saturday, October 9, 2010

THUNDER BEACH AND THE 3 B'S... BEACHES, BIKES AND BEAUTIFUL BABES

Take a look at this Fall's Thunder Beach Rally... served up with big blue skies... lot's of sunshine... and comfortable temperatures that hung around the mid 80's all weekend long. It just doesn't get any better than that.

BEACHES
The beaches in Panama City are still just as lovely as ever. In fact, one of my pals revealed to me that they've gotten a lot of Destin and Gulf Shores business because of the oil spill disaster. The city is always changing and building, so the construction along the coast line was a bit of a drag, but we managed to avoid any mishaps while me maneuvered around.

Even though we didn't take advantage of it and stick our toes in the water, I enjoy riding along the coast and being able to look over at the magnificent view. (In between the condo's that is!)

BIKES

We saw some impressive bikes during the weekend. We walked around several different venues... all of which had their own version of shows and contests. Let me hush a minute and let your eyes feast on some of these beautiful machines.


This one is for Dave over at Road Grits Cafe.
It made me think of you and wondered what you would say about those foot boards. Pretty wicked, heh?

I posted pictures of this trike in my BAGR4LF AND THE BEST IN SHOW post, but it appears he added the flag carrier since then. Very nice!

BEAUTIFUL BABES
We all gathered around to cheer on our friend, Shooter, as she put herself out there for the Ms. Thunder Beach Contest. The guys in our group offered up their assistance on what "sexy biker chick" attire meant, and even made her go change... twice! LOL! We all thought she looked awesome, but unfortunately she did not take the crown.

The tall skinny blond with fake hair and sparkly boobs won. What do those judges know!
My brave friend... Shooter.
Her legs go all the way up her ass too... they're just not as long as everyone else's. Woo Hoo! You go girl!

Here are a few of the other contestants... for your viewing pleasure! LOL!

This contestant danced with her shadow... pretty cool.

Had to include this groovy chick. I thought she was cute as a button.

Well there you have it... another great time logged in the history book of life. We've been enjoying the Thunder Beach Rallies for about 8 years now, and I have to remind you... it's not so much the rally itself, but the friends we see while we're there.

I want to give a big thanks to our pal, The Pizza Man for letting us stay at his place on the beach. It was good seeing you and we appreciate your hospitality immensely.

Listen up everybody! If your ever in Panama City Beach, and your hungry, you need to eat at Marco's Pizza. It's locally owned and operated (by our friend and his family), and not only do they make really good pizzas, they also have the best Italian Subs I've ever eaten. They're at 7010 Thomas Drive and they deliver too. If your looking for something good to eat... you won't be disappointed. Eat at Marco's!!

Until next time... keep the shiny side up and ride on!

Lady R

Monday, October 4, 2010

PIC OF THE WEEK - LONG HORNS AND HEADLINES

EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT...!

Harley and I spent this past weekend in Panama City Beach for the Fall Thunder Beach Rally and we had a blast! I've got some pics to sort through and cool stories to share, but after our long ride home, I was too tired to fool with any of it. In the mean time... check out the local headlines.

LONG HORNS AND HEADLINES
While Harley and I were parking our Glides near one of the Thunder Beach Venues, this guy was walking around showing everybody the paper. I soon figured out why... his grinning face, topped with his Texas Long horns were printed right on the front page. He laughed and told us ..."showing off sure is hard work!" At least he was having a good time.

Thanks to all our wonderful friends for making our weekend absolutely the best! We sure appreciate all of you!

More to come, I promise! Have a great week everybody!

Lady R