More Stuff We Like

Look, we all know that magazines are in a world of hurt these days, and for many of them, the grim reaper is nearer than a Charlie Sheen relapse. But that doesn't mean there aren't some pretty cool rags out there for us hardcore riders to cuddle up to. And be honest, there are just some times when only print to paper can satisfy..........you know what I'm talking about.

Luckily we've got a couple of suggestions for those "old school" moments. And by "couple", we do mean only two. Here goes;

Cycle Source, "a grass roots motorcycle publication" (http://www.cyclesource.com/), $4.99 at the newsstand. If you're into the hardcore chopper and custom scene, this is your mag. Tons of cool pics, and profiles of builders you just may not have heard of yet. Don't expect any OCC profiles or road tests of the latest Milwaukee iron........'cause you ain't gonna find any. Or hot chicks languishing over, under and barely on these rolling testaments to American creativity........sorry guys. OK, you might find a couple in some of the ads.

Unfortunately another thing you're not gonna find is good writing, or editing for that matter. You would think that they'd at least use spell check, come on guys (and yes, I know my stuff is very far from perfect). Think ninth grade yearbook.........almost. That said, there's a lot of passion for the industry and the people that make it great.......and that goes a long way in making you forget some of the rather painful prose. Oh, and Cycle Source does incorporate the latest in cool QR bar code technology, if you have a smart phone, it's really a blast. Pick a copy up this month.......we think you'll be back for more.

The Horse, Back Street Choppers, (http://www.thehorsebc.com/), $5.99 at the newsstand. Very similar in vibe and feel to Cycle Source, but maybe a little more sophisticated in terms of technical depth, more how to's and build articles. And yes Virginia, this rag has chicks, and they are hot.........and usually inked up. Nothing your mom would ground you for, so don't get all shy. Every cover features a lovely astride some wicked cool chopper or bobber.......makes for great garage art if you ask me.

Alas, the writing is not much better, and at times can be downright painful, power through it, and focus on the metal, because the featured machines are truly amazing........Again, you're not gonna find too many of the "big name" bike builders, but you just might find some of the most inspired. I guarantee you'll learn something in every issue........and most importantly, be entertained in the process.

Lastly, you have to love a publication that offers subscription discounts to our brave lads and ladies that put their butts on the line defending our freedom.........way to go. They also offer a discount (though not as much of course) to folks spending time, or I should say, doing time........and it just doesn't get more hardcore than that.