Coffee Ride to Sandy Hook Cafe in Sandy Hook, CT
I was expecting a regular coffee shop experience but was so surprised with the quality that I had to sample a gourmet lunch.
Coffee Ride to Zumbach's Gourmet Coffee in New Canaan CT
After a short ride, I find a coffee shop with helmets on the wall and posters of sports cars befitting the host of Caffeine and Carburetors
Coffee Ride to Churchill After Hours in Eldred NY
A trio of bikes heads west to Sullivan County and a great coffee in a classic car and motorcycle shop.
Coffee Ride to Humbled Coffeehouse - Stamford, CT
Come as you are and take a rest as a friend at the Humbled Coffeehouse.
Riding a motorcycle is good for you
You’ll never find a motorcycle parked outside a psychiatrist’s office.
Coffee Ride to The Village Blend - Sloatsburg, NY
We lead a group to the heart of Ramapo and a charming coffee shop in the village of Sloatsburg.
Coffee Ride to Diplomat Cafe - Goshen, NY
A pocket of Europe in the village of Goshen, NY, with wonderful coffee and treats. Get your passport stamped at the Diplomat Cafe.
Wacaco Picopresso Review
A miniature portable espresso maker that’s light on weight but big on flavor.
Coffee Ride to River & Rail Cafe - New Milford, CT
A stop for coffee on the way to get a motorcycle serviced finds a charming town.
Coffee Ride to Café e Dolci - Warwick, NY
A descent into Warwick, NY, leads to a charming town with an excellent Red Eye and pastry at our destination.
Brewing artisanal coffee at home
Can’t make it to a coffee shop? How to up your homebrewing game.
Coffee Ride to First Village Coffee - Ossining, NY
An outstanding cortado, muffin, and some great tunes make First Village Coffee a must-visit coffee shop.
Coffee Ride to Sunshine Coffee Roasters - Larchmont, NY
There was lots of traffic heading into southern Westchester, but a great cup of joe awaited.
Beeline Plus Initial Review
New features shift the Beeline from a cool incognito nav device to a compelling alternative to larger screen-based GPS units.
Coffee Ride to Forage & Gather - Mountain Dale, NY
A 120-mile ride to the mountains allows for some exploration of times past and a hamlet being revitalized. A wonderful coffee cafe awaits.
Coffee Ride to Slave to the Grind - Bronxville, NY
A bit of nostalgia as I head to the village I lived in as a kid in southern Westchester County. I found an outstanding cappuccino at the coffee shop I visited.
What to do in the off-season
Prep your bike for storage, perform maintenance, look at upgrades you may want, and plan some trips and rides for next season.
Coffee Ride to Farmer’s Grind - South Salem, NY
A quick ride through farm country ends at the Farmer’s Grind with some amazing options on the menu.
Coffee Ride to The Kitchen Table - Callicoon, NY
While the Beeline was just 82 miles, our route to The Kitchen Table in Callicoon, NY, ended up over 120 miles with all the twisty roads. The grilled cheese with bacon was worth the long ride, and many on the NEBDR have stopped there as it is close to the start in Hancock.