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Gilmore Car Museum – An Amazing Collection of Automotive History

  The Gilmore Car Museum is the largest classic car collection in the country. It is located in southwestern Michigan, just several miles northeast of...

Kal-Haven Trail – Michigan Bicycle Trails

The Kal-Haven Trail is a rail-trail going east-west between the cities of Kalamazoo and South Haven. The trail is 33.5 miles (55 km) long....

Why Travel By Bike – Advantages of Touring

From time to time, when I mention bike touring, I get a question: Why bike tour?... Why travel by bike?... One could quickly think of...

Beaver Island – Lake Michigan’s Hidden Gem

Beaver Island is the largest Lake Michigan island. It is 13 miles (21 km) long, and 3 to 6 miles (5 to 10km) wide....

What You Need For Bike Touring – Camping Gear

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Detroit Institute of Arts – A Cultural Gem in Detroit

Location I can imagine that many people feel a little apprehensive when visiting Detroit. After all, when the city is in the news, it’s usually...

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