"...even readers who don't ride motorcycles, but do enjoy knowing which restaurant serves the best blueberry pancakes on Mt. Desert Island or the best chili in the Berkshires, might like to take a look at Berke's book." May 1992 -- i

"...for those who want to put a little vroom into their vacation. . ." -- Boston Sunday Globe, May 1992

"Berke has written a highly entertaining and fact-crammed book...." -- Rider, October 1992

"Marty Berke sounds like he'd be a great guy to tour with. For those of us who'll probably never get the chance to put wheels to the road with him, however, Berke has written a highly entertaining and fact-crammed book . . . Breezy, humorous and entertaining . . ." -- Jerry Smith for Rider

"Motorcycle Journeys Through New England by Martin C. Berke is a northeast motorcyclists dream. Even in the information age, it's hard to believe the quality and wealth of info in this narrow booklet. . . . The book combines information of interest to motorcyclists with sights of interest to all. Glance at political history in Calvin Coolidge's hometown. Gain some literary insight at Robert Frost's summer get-a-way cabin. Explore the arts with a few interesting roadside sculptures. And of course, experience a wealth of different culinary delight. Martin seems to always find the perfect example of down-east cooking when he pulls into the little roadside shacks that line his out-of-the-way routes.

"From lobsters in Maine to cob-smoked ham in Vermont, there's plenty to feast on. For folks in the tri-state area, it may please you to find that Martin has a broad-based definition of 'New England.' His sojourns not only include southern parts of Connecticut and Rhode Island, but also trips to Lake George and Lake Placid in northern New York State.

"My great-grandparents were Maine apple farmers, so I expected to open this book and be bored by things I already knew. Instead, I was greeted by how much I had missed and a desire to return to the land of my youth. I strongly recommend this book to anyone with two wheels and a love of salt spray and green mountains." -- C.C. Motorcycle Newmagazine, October 1992

"While amazingly comprehensive, Berke modestly concludes that his isn't the last word, noting 'the intent of this book is to get you going, to present choices, and to encourage you to venture on your own.'

"Riders are advised to taste the sheer variety of New England, a land where - on the same day! - you can mosey down from a 6,000 foot mountain peak to the sands of an Atlantic Ocean beach. The forested, sparsely-populated north country has much to offer. It's a constant goad for us mid-Atlantic riders to zip up the Eclipse, compress the air mattress and 'get goin' from here. Motorcycle Journeys provides the extra incentive to make such dreams a reality." -- Motorcycle Times, September 1992

...I strongly recommend this book to anyone with two wheels and a love of salt spray and green mountains." -- C.C. Motorcycle Newmagazine, October 1992

Starting in early October, the trees of Maine, Vermont and New Hampshire burst into a brilliance of color. From the top of northern New England's numerous mountains you can see mother nature work her way south leaving patches of red, orange and yellow behind. By month's end, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut have reached their peak, turning the area's twisting roads into paths of autumn gold.

Fall has made it famous, but any season becomes New England, with its haphazard roads, scenic landscapes and traditional architecture. This book is the perfect guide for finding the best the area has to offer. It contains suggestions to lead motorcyclists to their kind of road in six major riding regions: the rugged Maine coast, the high notches of the White Mountains, the lush gaps of the Green Mountains, the lakes region of upstate New York, the rolling Berkshire hills, and the coastal areas of Rhode Island and Connecticut. Altogether, Berke has carefully plotted 19 trips for you, most of them taking one day to complete. Each trip is detailed by means of a map and specific route directions, as well as recommendations for restaurants, diners, roadhouses, places to stay, interesting places to visit and the locations of emergency facilities. In addition, the book contains a listing of all major motorcycle dealerships in New England, in the event you have mechanical trouble on the road.

The trips are designed to accommodate various riding styles, from two-up travelers looking at every nook and cranny, to sport riders chasing more curves than a day's worth of hourglasses. Either way, this book will lead you to great riding and offbeat people and places.

"Ever had the urge to kinda slip across the border on those two wheels? Like down Mexico way? What's holding you back . . . all those lingering myths? What you need is a guide, someone who has traveled extensively in Mexico since 1972. Someone like Neal Davis. Now we're not sure whether he's available to literally hold your hand on a trip like this, so we think the next best thing is for you to get a copy of his book, Motorcycle Journeys Through Northern Mexico.

"This 224 pages of travel expertise covers everything from interesting routes to insurance to gasoline availability to . . . you get the picture. He even includes useful Spanish phrases, packing lists, and motorcycle events, to name just a few of the dozens of items covered." -- Thunder Press, Feb 2000

"This 224 pages of travel expertise covers everything from interesting routes to insurance to gasoline availability to..." -- Thunder Press, Feb 2000

Join Neal Davis as he leads two-wheeled tours though the varied wonders of northern Mexico. The rich history and culture of Mexico have given our southern neighbor a unique flavor that is best appreciated first-hand--and motorcycling makes that possible like no other method of travel, connecting you with the people, the landscape, and the interactions between them that often lay beneath the politics of Mexico's turbulent past.

Today, history coexists easily with contemporary Mexico, and you will find modern roads dotted with 17th-century missions and colonial outposts. Mexico's legendary mineral resources have left evidence of wealth and gentility far from the beaten path taken by less-adventurous travelers--making them perfect destinations for motorcycle touring. And, Mexico's well-maintained roads wind through dramatic countryside to rival anything you have yet experienced, be they lonely roads along the high desert, twisty roads through lush native jungle, or roads that expose you to the rugged vistas of The Devil's Backbone or the Copper Canyon.

Davis details four extended loops from the border, each with its own theme, and all of them suitable for street bikes. He also offers many suggestions for accommodations, side trips, connecting routes, and dual-sport diversions so you can plan a trip to suit your own time, budget, and interests. Many practical matters are covered in detail: border crossing, insurance, money, gasoline, navigation, medical care, and motorcycle repair. Helpful appendices cover packing lists, additional references, and useful Spanish words and phrases.

Having traveled extensively in Mexico since 1972, Davis is well-qualified to evaluate any lingering myths regarding safety, driving etiquette, and common health concerns, giving you straight answers based on both experience and common sense. But be warned, Davis' enthusiasm for both Mexico and its friendly people is more than just contagious, it could very well lead to the memories of a lifetime!

This latest addition to the popular Whitehorse Motorcycle Journeys Series, features more than 30 trips following the best motorcycling roads in Washington, Oregon, Northern California, Idaho, and British Columbia, from the sweeping roads below Mt. St. Helens, to the jagged coastlines of northern California and Oregon to the desert hills of Idaho. Written by a motorcyclist, it includes full-color topographic maps and detailed directions formatted for easy reading from tank-bag map windows. Trips are designed for various riding styles, from two-up travelers sightseeing to sport riders looking to ride the curves. For the ambitious motorcyclists headed for Alaska, it includes the best motorcycle trips through British Colombia.