Throttle and Smoke – BBQ Stops for Riders

/ July 31, 2024

The Highlands are home to many eateries that, like the master road builders of yesteryear, know the value of taking things slow to create something extraordinary. To help you find these BBQ artisans and their savoury stops, we’ve compiled a list of five must-visit BBQ spots for your summer riding adventures.

Ice Cream Cruise’in – 10 Cool Motorcycle Stops

/ July 13, 2023

There is nothing better than taking a break from the saddle on a hot day of riding the black top for a delicious ice cream treat. The next time you’re looking for a cool motorcycle stop in Ontario’s Highlands, check out this list of Ride the Highlands ice cream hangouts.

High-Octane Coffee Stops

/ August 23, 2022

There is something about a good coffee shop that attracts riders. Maybe it’s that little pick-me-up that fuels you for your long journey, or a place to brake and recap the morning’s ride. Maybe just like each bike is unique in its own way, with its different customizations, so is each coffee shop and the coffee it brews. Either way, we, like most riders are always looking for that high-test goodness.

I Brake for Deliciousness – Top 10 Food Finds

/ May 17, 2022

Every year the Ride the Highlands team creates a new list of must see stops where we think you should drop your kickstand in Ontario’s Highlands. This year we are focusing solely on restaurants and giving them the delicious love they deserve. They are what fuel us while riding the Highlands, so we’ve chosen these 10 food stops you should

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Saddlebag Samples

/ August 11, 2021

After a long day of riding Ontario’s Highlands’ handcrafted roads, nothing is better than cracking open a nice cold brew from the samples you’ve collected during your ride, and recapping the day. There is no shortage of craft breweries to wet your whistle along our Ride the Highlands routes and we’ve created a list just for you. Please note: Ride

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We Brake for Baking

/ June 1, 2021

Voir en francais – There’s nothing sweeter than spending the summer on your bike. After a long, glorious day on the road, nothing is more satisfying than devouring the handcrafted, delicious treats you’ve found along the way. Summer is way too short to search out all of the amazing must eat baked good locations on our Ride the Highlands’ routes,

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Best Biker Burgers to Brake for in Ontario’s Highlands

/ July 15, 2019

Voir en francais – As riders, we are always searching. Searching for those roads less travelled, searching for the twisties to ride, searching for the best butter tart or sticky bun. Many of you have been hunting for the best burgers in Ontario’s Highlands, asking the Ride the Highlands crew where you should stop. We’re happy to tell you that

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Insider’s Cut to Ride the Highlands

/ July 18, 2018

Voir en francais –  Updated Feb 2024 Over the past few years we’ve shared lots of secrets to get you excited about rippin’ it up in the Highlands. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or new to the club, we have the insider’s tips that will make your trip. Check out the stories below for the best roads to cruise, places

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Mmmmmm Motorcycles & Microbrews – 6 Microbreweries & Cideries Worth Riding To

/ October 3, 2017

Voir en français Imagine swinging a pickaxe, everyday, for months on end, knowing that at some point people on two wheels will really appreciate it. The road builders were true craftsmen who carved out the ribbons of the delicious twistiness that are enjoyed by all riders today. Another type of craftsman has emerged in Ontario’s Highlands and is delivering a

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Perfect Patios

/ July 29, 2016

Voir en français Like you need yet another excuse to Ride the Highlands. There are the baked goods and smoked meat quests, the Polish cuisine cruises, the twisty road rides, sweeping vista views, historical settlement stories and now we are bringing you the Perfect Patios. Nothing says a summer ride like rewarding yourself with that perfect patio pleasure. Ontario’s Highlands is

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