Tag: Scooter

From Bighorns to Breakdown: Finding Pride and Camaraderie Beyond the Miles

September 14, 2025

A Morning of Anticipation and Omen The Scooter Cannonball Run is not for the faint of heart. Eight days, thousands of miles, often pushing yourself and your machine to their absolute limits. For me, among the blur of sunrise starts and endless highways, Day 4 stands out as a microcosm of the entire experience: a … More From Bighorns to Breakdown: Finding Pride and Camaraderie Beyond the Miles

From Solitude to Solidarity: My First Three Days on the Scooter Cannonball Run

September 6, 2025

The Journey Begins: Nerves, Rain, and the Open Road The preparation was done, the first day of the Scooter Cannonball Run had finally arrived. I knew the next phase of this adventure would be a mix of long days in the saddle and strategic nights spent planning the next leg of the journey. What I … More From Solitude to Solidarity: My First Three Days on the Scooter Cannonball Run

The Cannonball Kick-Off: An Epic Journey by Car, Plane, Uber & Bus!

July 26, 2025

The time has finally come! The Scooter Cannonball Run is almost upon us, and after a bit of a scramble, I’m making my way to the starting line in beautiful Seaside, Oregon. This leg of the adventure has been a logistical puzzle, but I’ve navigated my way through cars, planes, Ubers, and even a hostel … More The Cannonball Kick-Off: An Epic Journey by Car, Plane, Uber & Bus!

From Shakedown to Self-Assured: My Scooter’s Long-Haul Evolution

June 19, 2025

Every great journey starts with a single, sometimes tentative, step. For me and my scooter, that initial phase was all about breaking it in properly. No high-speed thrills or epic mileage right off the bat. Instead, I embraced the art of the “ride to eat” – short, low-speed jaunts to local culinary gems. One standout was Pop’s … More From Shakedown to Self-Assured: My Scooter’s Long-Haul Evolution

Scooter Cannonball Run 2025: Decking Out My Ride and Branding for the Swap!

June 12, 2025

With the Scooter Cannonball Run 2025 drawing closer, the prep work is shifting from the mechanical to the decidedly more aesthetic! While ensuring my scooter is a finely tuned machine is paramount, adding those personal touches and crafting a unique identity has been a blast. It’s all about making sure she looks as good as she runs, and … More Scooter Cannonball Run 2025: Decking Out My Ride and Branding for the Swap!

The Electronic Labyrinth – Scooter Cannonball Prep Heats Up!

June 5, 2025

With the Scooter Cannonball Run just over two weeks away, the pressure is mounting! The next critical step in my preparation journey was tackling the electronics. What a veritable labyrinth of wires, mounts, and software needed to navigate the complex web of checkpoints and bonus point opportunities. My initial plan involved wiring the Garmin Zumo … More The Electronic Labyrinth – Scooter Cannonball Prep Heats Up!

Beyond Taillights and Tires: Gearing Up for the Scooter Cannonball Run

May 29, 2025

Good morning, folks! As I dive deeper into prepping for the Scooter Cannonball Run, I’ve been thinking a lot about a term my husband, a heavy equipment mechanic, often uses: the “TnT mechanic.” He’d vent about guys in his field who never progressed beyond being able to handle just taillights and tires. Well, when it … More Beyond Taillights and Tires: Gearing Up for the Scooter Cannonball Run

Thirty Days and Counting: Prepping for the Scooter Cannonball

May 22, 2025

The countdown has officially begun! In just 30 short days, I’ll be kicking off what promises to be one of the most challenging and exhilarating adventures of my life: the Scooter Cannonball. For the past six months, my garage has been a hub of activity, transforming my trusty scooter into a long-haul machine, ready to … More Thirty Days and Counting: Prepping for the Scooter Cannonball

Finding the Perfect Scooter for the Cannonball Run: A 200cc Adventure

September 26, 2024

Finding the Perfect Scooter for the Cannonball Run: A 200cc Adventure When I first decided to participate in the Scooter Cannonball Run, I was determined to compete on a scooter reminiscent of the TW200 that I rode all over the United States ten years ago. So, I bought a 2007 SYM 250rv off Facebook Marketplace. … More Finding the Perfect Scooter for the Cannonball Run: A 200cc Adventure

Crazy Adventure Ahead: Celebrating 10th Anniversary of My Journey on the Back Roads

July 11, 2024

Facebook memories that pop up can really stir up emotions, can’t they? In May 2025, it will mark a decade since I embarked on a journey of a lifetime, cruising along the back roads of the United States on the mighty Yahama TW200. It truly allowed me to see the world with wide eyes, and … More Crazy Adventure Ahead: Celebrating 10th Anniversary of My Journey on the Back Roads