#Sportsman

I’d never been to Alaska before, let alone its southeasternmost tip, so the crew at Destination Yamaha could hardly press “send” before I responded “yes” to their invitation. Twenty-two hours of daylight, bears catching salmon in a river, icebergs off the shores of a forest-laden coastline…I’d dreamt up my version of this forbidden kingdom since childhood. It’s the stuff of fiction, feeding classic novels for readers who (like me) picture themselves as explorers, bold pioneers who run towards the unknown at full speed. At least in my imagination.

In this new(ish) segment we're dubbing "Travels", we explore amazing places to ride off-road, telling you not only about our experiences but what you could experience in these unique locations – the popular haunts and hidden gems alike. These stories are meant to inspire you to grab the wheel (or handlebar) and wander past your comfort zone. From the distinct terrains to the unusual lodgings, the points-of-interest and the laundry list of engine-off activities, in these journeys, the destination and adventure are one in the same.