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Random Thoughts From The Road

Ozark Rides

We’re a twice a month podcast where we talk about all things motorcycles and the biker lifestyle as well as riding around the Ozark Mountains of Missouri & Arkansas and well, just about anything else that might pop into our minds. We tend to babel from time to time. Our podcast are short by podcast standards, usually around a half hour in length. It turns out that we have a short attention span, and tend to get bored sitting around listening to long format podcast for an hour or two which severely cuts into our ride time.

A conversation with Curly from Curly's Inc.

In this episode Randy and I talk with Curly, the proprietor of Curly’s Inc.. One of the countries premier custom bike builders. We talk about his beginnings, and what he’s up to now.

Nov 10, 2024

31 min

Great bikes that are not Harley’s & Indians.

In this episode Randy and I talk about some of the great motorcycles out there that are not Harley Davidson and Indians. There’s a lot of great motorcycles out there to choose from if you’re not a fan of the big two American manufactures. From Honda to BMW, your choices are endless for a great bike. Also we talk about one of our favorite rides in Missouri.

Oct 27, 2024

26 min

Horsepower VS Torque

In this episode Randy and I debate what is better… horsepower or torque, each has it’s benefits. Also, we have a new “Featured Ride”, the Jessie James Getaway ride in southeastern Missouri.

Oct 6, 2024

31 min

Local bike festivals and is Harley going woke?

In this episode Randy and I talk about the local bike festivals here in the Ozarks. Also, we talk about what in the hell is going on with Harley Davidson! And of course we dabble in nonsensical babbling B.S..

Sep 22, 2024

29 min

WWI & WWII dream bikes

In this episode Randy and I talk about some of the obscure motorcycles used in WWI & WWII, and which ones are on our dream garage line-up.

Sep 8, 2024

24 min

Listener questions, and the Oldfield Loop.

In this episode Randy and I answer some listener questions about riding two up stress-free, and the Harley Davidson EVO engine. Also, I rode the Oldfield Loop in Missouri for the first time in a couple of years, and why I highly recommend it for your bucket list rides.

Aug 18, 2024

22 min

Our favorite rides in the Ozarks.

In this episode Randy and I talk about some of our favorite rides in the Ozarks. Of course there are many great rides in the Ozarks, but there are a few that really stand out for us. Hopefully you’ll check them out for yourself.

Aug 4, 2024

34 min

Vintage bikes and our featured ride.

In this episode Randy and I talk about vintage motorcycles. The need for more maintenance, and the ones we would like to have in our stables. Also, we talk about our featured ride “The Piglet Run” in Arkansas. And of course we slip in a little babbling nonsense.

Jul 21, 2024

33 min

Motorcycle preventative maintenance & riding alone.

In this episode Randy and I talk about how to keep your ride in good running order, and reducing on-road breakdowns with normal preventative maintenance. Also, we’ll talk about why some people like to ride alone verses in a big group.

Jul 7, 2024

31 min

Getting the best ride for you, and our featured ride.

In this episode Randy and I talk about things you should consider when your looking to upgrade your ride comfort. Also, we talk about our new featured ride, the “Osage River Ridge” ride in central Missouri.

Jun 16, 2024

29 min