Last year we kicked off the year with a trip to New York City the first weekend in January to see the Cycle World show. This year, we decided to see the show in Washington DC the weekend of January 14-16 instead.

The Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows travels to 12 major cities throughout the US, including San Francisco, Dallas, Seattle, Denver, Atlanta, New York, Ohio, Minneapolis, Chicago & Detroit. And, they offer something for everyone - from riders being able to get their helmets & gear checked for safety to the Kid’s Cycle Center, which offers a plethora of vehicles, gear and fun, all miniaturized, all for kids.

And then they have The Factory - a showcase of the latest aftermarket products and essential riding gear where motorheads can compare and discuss everything from performance parts to the latest communications hardware with manufacturer representatives, including Arai, Avon, Bell Powersports, Chatterbox!, Dunlop, K&N, Pirelli, Progressive Suspension, Shoei, Troy Lee Designs, and Ventura.

And lets not forget one of the main attractions - The Ball of Steel Stunts. You can read more about what BOSS is all about by checking out their feature in our February issue.

In my opinion, DC, in comparison to New York last year, was a better show to attend because attendees had more of a chance to spend some time with the company representatives and talk about their specific needs. To find out more about how you can catch one of the shows on the circuit next year, visit their website at www.motorcycleshows.com. You can also purchase tickets in advance of the show and skip the lines - definitely my recommendation!