2 Wheel Destinations

07/05/2026

🤦‍♂️ What The Hell, Dael?!

For the THIRD time this year, I've tried to plan the Murphy to Manteo ride...

And for the THIRD time, something came up and it got pushed aside.

So here I am... planning it ONE MORE TIME.

Then my brain did what it always does...

"Wait a minute... what if I did this completely backwards?" 🤣

Instead of riding from Murphy to Manteo, what if I started at the other end?

🏍️ Day 1: Ride to the USS North Carolina Battleship Memorial and spend the day exploring Wilmington.

🏍️ Day 2: Ride up the coast to Manteo, explore the Outer Banks, and visit Kitty Hawk.

🏍️ Day 3: Ride the entire length of US Highway 64 from Manteo all the way back to Murphy. One highway. One state. Coast to mountains.

Then...

Here's where the "What The Hell, Dael?!" really kicks in...

Instead of ending the trip...

Instead of heading back to my normal routine...

What if I just kept riding?

Turn west...

And point the front wheel toward Sturgis.

Because if I'm already in Murphy...

Why stop there?

😂😂😂

This is exactly how my mind works. I start planning one ride, and before I know it, it's turned into a cross-country adventure.

So now I need your help.

🏍️ Which adventure would you rather follow?

A. Murphy ➜ Manteo ➜ Wilmington ➜ Home

OR

B. Wilmington ➜ Manteo ➜ Murphy ➜ STURGIS!

Drop your vote in the comments.

Who knows... you might just help decide where the next chapter begins.

2 Wheel Destinations™

Every Destination Has A Story.

07/03/2026

🇺🇸🏍️ As America celebrates 250 years of freedom, we're proud to share this patriotic tribute from our friends at Kickin Kountry.

At 2 Wheel Destinations™, we believe there's no better way to experience America than from the seat of a motorcycle. From winding mountain roads to small-town Main Streets, every mile reminds us why this country is so special.

Take a moment to enjoy this tribute from Kickin Kountry, then get out and explore the beauty that makes America worth celebrating.

🇺🇸 Happy 250th Birthday, America!

🏍️ 2 Wheel Destinations™
Every Destination Has A Story.

06/30/2026

🏍️🤣 LEATHER... OR MARSHMALLOW? 🤣🏍️

After Dael's recent "unexpected meeting with the pavement," he's been doing some serious thinking about riding gear.

He's narrowed it down to two options...

🥷 Option A: The full leather riding suit.
Looks tough. Offers great protection. Makes him feel likehe belongs on a racetrack.

OR...

☁️ Option B: The Stay Puft Marshmallow Man suit! 😂

Sure, he'd look like he rolled out of a giant inflatable bounce house, but if he ever hit the ground again, maybe he'd just bounce his way back onto the bike! ROFLOL!

In all seriousness, every ride teaches us something. Dael's reminded him that ATGATT (All The Gear, All The Time) isn't just for long trips or fast rides. Sometimes it only takes a slow-speed mishap to change the way you think about safety.

So, let's have a little fun...

👇 What's your vote?

🅰️ A. Full Leather Suit
🅱️ B. Stay Puft Marshmallow Man Suit

Drop your answer in the comments... and if you've ever had a "learning experience" on two wheels, share your story too. You never know who it might help.

🏍️ 2 Wheel Destinations™
Every Destination Has A Story.

06/30/2026

⚠️ Sometimes it's not the motorcycle that lets you down... it's the gear you add to it.

As I was leaving the Kickin Kountry 101 offices and heading toward Morganton on the V-Strom, my rear tire suddenly locked up. I managed to coast into the parking lot at Mariner Finance, but at less than 5 mph the wheel locked completely... and down I went, thankfully in the entrance and out of the road.

The good news? I was barely moving, so I walked away with nothing more than a bruised, road-rashed right knee, a broken right foot peg, and a bruised ego. Looking back, I'll take that trade any day.

Once we picked the bike up, something didn't make sense... the rear tire rolled freely. After looking everything over, I found what I believe most likely caused it. It appears the clip that holds one of my soft pannier bag straps may have been broken by my boot while riding, allowing the strap to fall into the rear wheel and lock it up.

💡 Lesson learned:
Soft pannier straps are no longer on my adventure bikes. From now on, it's hard, bolt-on cases only. Sometimes the best lessons are the ones that leave you with a story instead of a hospital bill.

Thank you to the person who stopped and helped me get the bike back on two wheels. Your kindness is greatly appreciated.

And before the keyboard mechanics arrive... 😄
I'm good. These things happen. If you'd like to leave a comment, make it something positive... or ask me to marry you. (Ladies only. 😂)

Ride safe, check your gear, and remember... sometimes it's not the motorcycle that fails—it's the equipment we add to it.

06/22/2026

Sometimes the best motorcycle stories aren't found at the destination... they're discovered over a cup of coffee.

While filming for 2 Wheel Destinations™ in Marion, NC, Dael and Mike met Ladussa, a rider who had just rolled past an incredible milestone—10,000 miles on her Indian Motorcycle Chief Dark Horse in less than a year! 🔥

But that's only the beginning.

Ladussa and her husband are on a unique motorcycle adventure. Instead of riding side-by-side, they're taking separate routes across the country, each carving their own path and collecting their own stories before reuniting in Michigan. 🇺🇸🏍️

As her route brought her through Marion, she made a stop at Ingenious Coffee Roasters on Main Street for a much-needed cup of coffee after countless miles on the road. What started as a casual conversation quickly turned into something much bigger.

Dael grabbed the camera.

Mike asked a few questions.

And suddenly, a simple coffee stop became an unforgettable interview filled with stories of the open road, motorcycle life, adventure, determination, and the freedom that only riders truly understand.

This is exactly why we do what we do.

Not just to showcase destinations... but to share the stories of the people who make the journey worth taking.

🎥 Watch for the upcoming 2 Wheel Destinations™ feature as Ladussa shares her ride, her experiences, and what it's like chasing miles one road at a time.

🏍️ Have you ever taken a long-distance motorcycle trip? Tell us your longest ride in the comments!

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06/12/2026

🔥 IT'S ON LIKE DONKEY KONG! 🔥

The countdown is over and the thunder is about to roll! 🏍️💨

THE THE BIGGEST HARLEY-DAVIDSON BAGGER RACE IN THE WORLD is happening THIS WEEKEND at Shadyside Dragway and the baddest baggers in the game are coming to throw down for speed, bragging rights, and glory on the strip!

Expect:
💨 Massive burnouts
🏍️ Wheelies off the line
⚡ Side-by-side bagger battles
🔥 Non-stop V-Twin horsepower
🎥 Coverage from Bagger Nation Network - BNN™

If you love motorcycles, horsepower, and the smell of race fuel, this is one event you don't want to miss.

Head over to the original Bagger Nation Network - BNN post, give it a Like, Follow and Share, and let us know if we'll see you trackside this weekend!

06/06/2026

⏳🥇 WE WENT BACK IN TIME AT THE 22ND ANNUAL NC GOLD FESTIVAL! 🥇⏳

What if you could step back into the days when North Carolina was at the center of America's first gold rush?

That's exactly what happened when Dael and Mike of 2 Wheel Destinations came face-to-face with Christopher Bechtler... or at least David Gillespie's incredible portrayal of the legendary goldsmith, gunsmith, and mint founder!

Before there was a Federal Mint, there was Bechtler's Mint right here in North Carolina. Prospectors would bring their gold to Christopher Bechtler, who would carefully weigh and assay it before turning it into coins trusted throughout the region. 💰⛏️

But gold wasn't his only talent.

Bechtler was also an innovative gunsmith, crafting unique brass-barreled flintlock and percussion rifles and pistols that helped make his name known far beyond the gold fields. 🔥🔫

Join us as we take a fascinating trip into the past, discovering how one man's ingenuity helped shape North Carolina history and played a role in the early American economy.

History isn't just something you read about... sometimes you can shake its hand.

🎥 Watch as David Gillespie brings Christopher Bechtler to life and shares the story of the man whose mint came before the U.S. Mint and whose craftsmanship left a lasting mark on American history.

👇 Did you know North Carolina was home to America's first gold rush before California? Let us know in the comments!

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05/29/2026

* THE* THE BIGGEST HARLEY-DAVIDSON BAGGER RACE IN THE WORLD

🏍️🔥 If you love Harley-Davidson baggers, drag racing, burnouts, and the thunder of American V-Twin horsepower, this is the event you've been waiting for!

*THE* THE BIGGEST HARLEY-DAVIDSON BAGGER RACE IN THE WORLD is coming to Shadyside Dragway June 12-13 with incredible racing action, awesome bikes, and a weekend full of speed and excitement.

Whether you're racing, riding, spectating, or just love motorcycle culture, this is one event you don't want to miss.

Check out the original post for all the details and let us know if you'll be there! 🏁🔥

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🔥🏍️ * THE* THE BIGGEST HARLEY-DAVIDSON BAGGER RACE IN THE WORLD IS COMING! 🏍️🔥

June 12-13, Shadyside Dragway becomes the battleground as the Hog's Gone Wild Harley Davidson Bagger Event returns with thunder, horsepower, and some of the fastest V-Twins on the planet!

💨 Bagger Racing
🔥 Burnout Action
🏁 Multiple Racing Classes
🎤 Great Atmosphere
🤘 Non-Stop Entertainment

This isn't just a race... it's a full-throttle sensory overload. The roar of the engines, the smell of race fuel, that Bagger Burnout G***a filling the air, and some of the baddest Harley-Davidson baggers you'll ever see lined up under the lights.

If you love motorcycles, speed, competition, and pure American V-Twin performance, this is where you need to be.

Join Bagger Nation Network as we bring you all the action from Shadyside Dragway and showcase the machines, the racers, and the excitement that make this one of the premier Harley-Davidson drag racing events in the world.

Who's ready to hear the tree drop? 🏍️💨🔥

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05/28/2026

Most people know Dael from riding motorcycles, chasing scenic roads, and traveling with 2 Wheel Destinations… 🏍️🔥

But before the cameras were focused on rides and destinations, they were focused on filmmaking.

This Friday, the award-winning short film RENA will finally be released to the public after an incredible film festival journey that wrapped up with 99 Laurels. 🎬

Dael wrote, directed, produced, and also co-stars in the film.

So now we’ve got to ask…
How do you think his acting skills compare to his riding skills? 👀🔥😂

Watch the LIVE interview and scene breakdown this Friday as Dael talks about the inspiration behind RENA, behind-the-scenes moments, filmmaking challenges, and breaks down scenes from the movie live.

Stay tuned for the official release links! 🎥🔥

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05/27/2026

🚨 REMEMBER! TOMORROW — Thursday, May 28 from 6PM to 9PM, Jerry Greybeal will be LIVE jamming out courtesy of Reese’s Delectables and Nourishments during the 🔥 4TH THURSDAY BIKE NIGHT FOR THE PEOPLE at Base Camp- Marion,NC and EVERYONE is invited! 🏍️🚗🔥

Bring your motorcycles, classics, muscle cars, hot rods, Jeeps, trucks, rat rods, custom rides, or just bring yourself, a chair, and enjoy an evening of food, music, and community fun with The V-Twin Foodies / 2 Wheel Destinations Crew and Big Yummy Feed The People! 🍔🌮🎶

🌧️ RAIN? NO WORRIES.
We’ll move the whole thing INSIDE and keep the party rolling with a full-on HOUSE PARTY atmosphere! 🤘🔥

This is more than just a Bike Night…
It’s about bringing people together, supporting the community, making memories, and helping make someone’s life a little better along the way. ❤️

EVERYONE WELCOME.
Family Friendly.
Good Food.
Cool Rides.
Great People.
Amazing Vibes.

Pssss... 👀
I heard brisket tacos may be making a return 🌮🔥
But you better get there early… you know what happened last time! 😂

⭐ WHY THE NAME CHANGE NEXT MONTH?
We want EVERYONE to feel welcome, so we’ll be transitioning from Bike Night to Cruise In to open things up even more to the entire community of Motorcycles and Automobiles.

Bring the classics.
Bring the moderns.
Bring the hooligans.
Bring the rat rods.

This is a COMMUNITY EVENT FOR THE PEOPLE. 🔥