But it's not a new road for
us; we've been traveling this way for more than a year.
If you are a regular reader of American Rider, you've no doubt noticed-and
perhaps even appreciated-that we've been featuring fewer custom bikes and more
emphasis on travel. This hasn't been an abrupt change; it has been progressing
for the past year or so, and has been carefully planned.
The redesign of this issue symbolizes our commitment to the new agenda. Art
Director Bob Schroeder worked hard to create a completely fresh appearance. I am
impressed with what he has accomplished; I like the way the magazine looks and
hope you do, too. I also hope I can fill these new pages with material that is
relevant to you.
The new American Rider is not about building the custom bike that you dream of
someday building; it's about riding the bike you already own. How do you get
more use out of it? How can you enjoy riding even more? What's out there-
products and services-that can make owning your Harley even better? And what
about destinations? We hope to answer those questions with solid information and
savvy advice.
This redirection is focused on making Harleys more useful and making travel an
adventure. And we have a plan:
Our Editor-at-Large Clement Salvadori will be traveling the highways and
spinning yarns on these pages just as he always has. Tech editor Joe Minton will
guide us all toward more useful modifications to make your Harley even more fun
and more enjoyable. Reg Kittrelle, a veteran Buell rider and Thunder Press
publisher, has a lot to share. Thunder Press editor Terry Roorda wants to share
his Blue Dog Diaries with AR readers. That old sage Bill Stermer will lob in a
few travel nuggets and help manage buyers guides; Scott Dalgleish will be
installing the latest parts and accessories; and Chris Sindoni will continue to
share tech and travel tips.
Me, I'll be doing what I always do, bumbling around out there on public roads,
trying to decide what to put in these pages and what to leave out...you know,
just being an editor. And although there's a lot to consider when addressing the
family of Harley riders who have differing interests, attitudes and opinions, I
won't get lost as long as I focus on the most important person-the one in the
saddle.
So let's go on a ride on a different road; I'll lead the way. Of course, if
you've ever been lost with me while traveling, I would understand your anxiety
about following me down a new road. But please feel confident to follow our
adventures in the pages of American Rider. I'll try not to get us all lost.
-Biker in Chief
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