Tag Archives: motorcycle messenger

Hunter S. Thompson

Posted on January 13, 2010 by Hoag

Hoag, circa 1979 “It was only then, after exhausting all other means of demoralizing the public, that he turned seriously to writing. Several years earlier he had given up bikes “because of the stigma.” After a long stint as a … Continue reading →

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Super Trike

Posted on January 18, 2009 by Hoag

This is a photo my Dad sent me from the Philippines. Amazing. This motorbike and side car are draped with every conceivable kind of item; check out the cluster of four horns on the front, the multiple mud flaps hanging … Continue reading →

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DIY Studded Motorcycle Tires for the Winter Warrior

Posted on December 17, 2008 by Hoag

I mentioned in a previous post that my co-worker “Steve” rides in all types of weather, and this week’s snow and ice are no exception. Steve bought a set of self-tapping tire studs from Aerostich that he screwed into the … Continue reading →

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