A Tangled Confusing Mess of Camera Mounts & Accessories

I didn't realize how incredibly easy for photography and videography mounts and adapters to accumulate over time, leaving people like me with a tangled, confusing mess. 

I have so many mounts that I lost count. I think that eventually I am going to need an extra room in my apartment to use as storage just for my Nikon DSLR and GoPro action cameras adapters. My main problem is that when I travel, I usually carry more mounts and adapters than I need. For that reason, lately I've been leaving my tripod at home, and carrying instead my miniature Platypod tripod. 

I just finished inspecting my gear, and for this coming weekend I am planning to bring two cameras, and only a handful of accessories. Including my clothes, they should all fit in my motorcycle tail bag, without any issues. We'll see. 

Motorcycle E-ZPass Update

This morning I contacted the people at customer service of E-ZPass to update my credit card information, and to confirm my motorcycle E-ZPass transponder was still active. It's been a while since the transponder was last used.

The E-ZPass update took less than 10 minutes to complete. I was informed to expect a new transponder by mail in less than 7 days, and in the meantime to continue using the old one since it has been activated. That means that I am ready to travel to Maryland this coming weekend to attend the Classic Motorcycle Day event. Woo Hoo Yeah !!!!

Classic Motorcycle Day in Maryland

It's been 9 years since the last time I attended the Classic Motorcycle Day event in Mt. Airy, in Maryland. Weather permitting, I am planning to attend this year on May 17, 2026, in Mt. Airy.  I am looking forward to it.

Bitten by The Tail of the Dragon

Last night I've read the story of a biker on a Harley Davidson motorcycle that went down riding the Tail of the Dragon. He spent three weeks in the hospital after completing several surgeries. 

In 2018, I rode 11 hours on my bike from Philly to get to Deals Gap Motorcycle Resort in North Carolina. During preparations for the trip to the motorcycle resort, I remember thinking that I needed to be extra careful riding Tail of the Dragon to avoid getting into an accident. I felt the need to make sure my bike was in one piece, so she could take me home at the end of the week. 

The same day I arrived at the motorcycle resort, a kid from Canada unloaded a motorcycle from his pick-up truck. Less than ten minutes later crashed his bike in one of the 318 curves that are notorious for accidents if riders are not careful. 

An average of 1.5 to 4 riders die annually on the Tail of the Dragon. I tried my darndest not to become part of the Deals Gap statistics.

Margaritas, Mariachis and More. ¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo!

If you are near Palmyra, Hershey, or the Harrisburg area, I invite you to the best Mexican restaurant called Rey Azteca. They serve authentic Mexican cuisine, with a vibrant atmosphere, and friendly service.

If you are lucky, you'll visit at a time when Mariachis are performing live authentic Mexican music at the restaurant! The food is amazing, and afterwards you can catch a movie next door at Flagship Cinema. ¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo!

Horseback Riding During a Glowing Sunset

Last night, using AI I was able to recreate a picture of my first horseback riding experience. Horses are elegant and graceful, and regarded as magnificent creatures; they are also intimidating animals. It is true when I say that probably due to their size, I am terrified of them. 

It is possible that horses have been on my mind the last few days, after watching the Kentucky Derby 2026 race results last Saturday, May 2, 2026. I am not a fan of horse racing, but after I learned about the dramatic coming from behind (last-to-first comeback), I had to watch the video. Golden Tempo made a stretch run for the ages, coming from dead last to win. It sure was a historic win. 

It is not out of the question that to overcome my fear of horses I may have to sign up for horseback riding lessons in the future. Only time will tell. 

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 vs Suzuki Hayabusa. Which One To Choose?

The choice often comes down to personal preference. I prefer Kawasaki's, which is why I purchased a Ninja ZX-14. Some people prefer what they consider to be the fastest motorcycle,  not realizing that in racing, the rider skills makes all the difference. 

Not everyone can ride a Ninja ZX14 or Hayabusa to its full potential. 200 HP machines, like today's newer hyperbikes, are capable of exceeding 100 mph in first gear. I am certain that the majority of street riders rarely, if ever, use more than 100 horsepower on the street. 

A more powerful bike will only help you if you have the skills and the cojones to take advantage of it. In my opinion, the better rider with a lesser bike will almost always beat a faster motorcycle.