In recent news, Florida motorcyclists  started their engines in preparation for a 7,000 mile journey to Alaska. This trek is being made in order to race at the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge.
The motorcycle race, which goes from Key West to Homer, Alaska, began on June 20th, with motorcyclists expected to arrive in Alaska on July 4th. So, what do you get for braving the elements on two wheels for that long of a journey? The prize for the winner is $500,000 worth of Alaska gold. However, the race also serves to benefit Disabled and Paralyzed American Veterans, among other Read the Rest…

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It seems as if the world cannot get enough of those who risk their lives just for a thrill. And the latest thrill-seeker is Ryan Capes.  According to a recent article published in Auto Racing Daily, the Grand Sierra Resort was packed with curious onlookers who were hoping to see something spectacular come out of Ryan Capes in the way of a motorcycle jump, and they were not disappointed.
Capes was attempting to set a world record for a ramp-to-ramp motorcycle jump. In his first attempt at the jump, he cleared 287 feet.  However, he had promised the crowd a 300-foot Read the Rest…

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