World Wild Wheels

Echoes of History and Polenta: A Ride Through Vallarsa to Monte Zugna

Sun, 31 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

There’s a certain magic in leaving the humid plains behind and watching the thermometer drop as the road begins to tilt upwards. This weekend, I pointed the front tire toward the Vallarsa, a valley that feels like a corridor between the Venetian Prealps and the Trentino peaks. If you’re looking for a ride that combines technical curves, breathtaking vistas, and a deep dive into history, this is it.

Heads Up! The Ultimate Guide to Picking Your Next Lid

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

So, your trusty old helmet has seen better days? Maybe it’s hit the 10-year mark like my old Shoei Neotec 2, or perhaps those 70,000 kilometers across Europe have finally taken their toll. Whatever the reason, it’s 2026, and the world of helmets has changed a bit. If you’re feeling a little lost in the sea of new regulations and tech, don’t sweat it—I’ve got you covered.

1. Finding Your “Soul-Mate” Brand
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Choosing a brand isn’t just about the logo; it’s about the shell shape. Every brand has a specific “mold.” If you find a brand that fits your head perfectly without creating pressure points, stick with it. If a helmet hurts and you can’t fix it with different cheek pads, that brand simply isn’t for you.

Sellaronda 2026

Sun, 24 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

The Sellaronda on a motorcycle is the “Ride of Rides” — a mystical experience for any self-respecting rider. Starting from the Bassano area means crossing the beating heart of the Veneto region before diving into the 360° cinema of the Dolomites. Here is the logbook for this gallop between asphalt and rock.

1. The Climb: From the Brenta Valley to the Pale di San Martino
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Departing from the Bassano del Grappa area warms up the tyres. You take the SS47 along the Valsugana, riding up the Canale di Brenta to Primolano. From here the road starts getting interesting, heading toward Fiera di Primiero.

White Gold and Heavy Metal: A TET Adventure on Monte Grappa

Sun, 17 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

There’s a specific kind of silence you only find at 1,500 meters when the roar of a Boxer engine finally cuts out. It’s the sound of realized ambition—and occasionally, the sound of realizing you’ve bitten off more than you can chew.

On May 17, 2026, we set out to tackle Section 3 of the Italian TET (Trans Euro Trail). The plan was an epic loop: Gallio, Campomulo, and the high-altitude tracks of the Asiago Plateau, eventually sweeping across the Grappa massif. But the mountains had a different itinerary in mind.