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Buzzy’s August Adirondack Adventures – #5

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The Adirondack Mountain Region provides some of the most picturesque, enjoyable and exciting day trips in the Northeast. Fortunately, I’ve done them all – and here are some of the best to take in August.

#5 – Baseball – Brew Pub Doubleheader

Start in Albany and take Rt.20 west to I88 west to Colliersville. Take Rt.28 north and stop at the Council Rock Brewery and enjoy a fantastic local brew and some great chicken tacos. Continue on Rt.28 north into Cooperstown, home of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Catch some spectacular views of Otsego Lake and hop back on Rt.28 west. Take a left onto Rt.80 west and head to New Berlin. Take a right onto Rt.8 north and then a right onto Rt. 20 west, and cruise on home.

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And remember: You’re Never Lost When Riding Your Bike!

Buzzy’s August Adirondack Adventures – #4

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The Adirondack Mountain Region provides some of the most picturesque, enjoyable and exciting day trips in the Northeast. Fortunately, I’ve done them all – and here are some of the best to take in August.

#4 – Two Days Away – to Alexandria Bay – for a Pirate Day

From Albany take I90 west to Utica. Hop on Rt.12 north. Take a left onto Rt. 365 in Barneveld and stop at Van’s Tavern for an incredible burger that’s as big as the plate. Get back on Rt.12 and continue heading north, through Boonville, Lowville and into Watertown. Take Rt. 37 north to Theresa, and then Rt.26 north to Alexandria Bay.

This 2-day ride is great any time in the Summer/Fall, but August 12-21 are the famous Bill Johnson’s Pirates Days, a 10-day festival filled with Buccaneer fun and excitement for the entire family.

So, Maties this trip can very easily become more that just a 2-day adventure!

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And remember: You’re Never Lost When Riding Your Bike!

Buzzy’s August Adirondack Adventures – #3

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The Adirondack Mountain Region provides some of the most picturesque, enjoyable and exciting day trips in the Northeast. Fortunately, I’ve done them all – and here are some of the best to take in August.

#3 – Going Green for Some Amazing Hoopes

Start in Mechanicville and take Rt.4 north to Whitehall. Stay on Rt.4 and cross into Vermont. Take Rt.22A north to Orwell and then a left on Rt.73, which will take you to the historic Fort Ti Ferry. Following the ferry ride you’ll be back in NY. Take Rt.9N south, with beautiful Lake George on your left, and head to Bolton Landing. Stop at Frederick’s Restaurant for a bucket of their Hoopes chicken wings (they are THE BEST!). Continue south on 9N into Lake George, where anything can happen.

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And remember: You’re Never Lost When Riding Your Bike!

 

Buzzy’s August Adirondack Adventures – #2

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The Adirondack Mountain Region provides some of the most picturesque, enjoyable and exciting day trips in the Northeast. Fortunately, I’ve done them all – and here are some of the best to take in August.

#2 – The Smart Way to Visit the Goddess of Wisdom

Starting in Saratoga, take Route 29 west to Route 30 north. Stay on Rt.30 thru Wells, Speculator and into Indian Lake. Take a right onto Rt.28 and a left onto 28N in North Creek. Stay on 28N into Minerva (named after the Roman goddess of wisdom and science) and stop at Sporty’s Iron Duke Saloon and Cabins for a Burger and a Brew. Hey, you can even spend the night!

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And remember: You’re Never Lost When Riding Your Bike

Buzzy’s August Adirondack Adventures – #1

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The Adirondack Mountain region provides some of the most picturesque, enjoyable and exciting day trips in the Northeast. Fortunately, I’ve done them all – and here are some of the best to take in August.

#1 – A “Great” Way to get to and from Lake George

Starting in Saratoga, take Route 29 west. Take a right onto Fishhouse Rd and then a right onto South Shore Rd. Stop at Captain Naughty’s for some great food and fun. Continue north on South Shore Rd (Rt.7), a right onto North Shore Rd. (Hadley) and continue on to Rt. 9N (Lake Luzerne). Take 9N north to Lake George, where you’re on your own!

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Optional return trip A

Backtrack 9N south to Lake Luzerne and take North Shore Rd. south. Stop at Melba Mae’s Riverview Inn in Hadley (tell Don and Linda we sent you). Continue south of North Shore Rd to Rt. 30 finishing the 78 mile loop around Great Sacandaga Lake. Take a left onto Rt.29 and head back to Saratoga, completing an amazing ride.

Optional return trip B

Backtrack 9N south to Lake Luzerne and take North Shore Rd. south. Take a left onto the Batchellerville Bridge and then a right onto South Shore Rd. for your return route to Rt.29. You won’t complete the lake loop, but the view from the bridge is worth it.

 

 

 

Five Best Ways to Keep Your Bike Cool

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Unlike cars (and other motorized vehicles), most motorcycles are AIR COOLED, so if the air temperature is incredibly hot your bike needs help to prevent it (and you) from overheating. Here are the Top 5 things you can do to help beat the heat and keep your bike on the road in hot/humid conditions:

5) Install an OIL COOLER

S1920001This device helps lower the engine oil temperature. It’s simple to install and is recommended for every air-cooled motorcycle, but especially if you regularly ride in stop-and-go traffic or in regions of the country where hot/humid weather conditions are typical.

 

 

 

4) Change your OIL and OIL FILTER now!

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Since your oil is the only liquid in your engine, it not only needs to lubricate, but serve as a coolant. Old, dirty oil cannot do either – and the same for a worn-out filter.

 

 

 

 

3) Choose the PROPER OIL

S1920004We use and highly recommend Cenpeco 20/50. It helps your bike run 20-degrees cooler than other brands. Weight and viscosity are key in helping keep your engine running right
at maximum temperatures.

 

 

 

 

2) Install an ENGINE FAN

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This device helps circulate air directly into the engine area. It may be hot air, but it’s better than the very little air that’s getting in there as you ride.

 

 

 

 

1) KEEP IT PARKED

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It’s important to understand that there are days when it’s so hot/humid that it’s simply not smart or safe to ride. You are in danger of not only having your engine break-down, resulting in costly repairs (or blowing the engine entirely), but putting yourself in physical danger as well. Riders can suffer serious burns and permanent injuries to their bodies by making contact with an extremely hot bike.

RULE OF THUMB: If it’s too hot for you, it’s too hot to ride.

 

JJ’s Cycle will help you keep your bike cool. We carry and install oil coolers, engine fans and the proper oil/filters for your bike. And we’ll answer all your questions on the topic of engine cooling. Stop by or give us a call: (518) 266-9657.