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WHO IS BACK OF THE BIKE LIFE Back of the Bike Life is Pat and Trevor Machado.  A husband & wife team who are ready to downsize, live a minimalist life, and travel the USA by motorcycle.  Read About Us-Meet Pat & Trevor, to learn more about who we are

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About Us-Meet Pat & Trevor

WHO WE ARE Welcome to Back of the Bike Life! We are Pat & Trevor Machado, a motorcycle couple who love to take two-up adventures. Two-up means we are two people on one motorcycle.  Trevor is the rider and Pat is the passenger. We met in 2015 and got married

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Quechee Gorge, The Deepest Gorge in Vermont

The Quechee Gorge is a popular tourist attraction in Quechee, Vermont.  We have stopped here several times to check out the scenery, and it never disappoints! o LOCATION & PARKING The Quechee Gorge is located along US Route 4 in Quechee, Vermont. Take exit 1 off I-89 to Route 4/Woodstock

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Soulfully Good Café, Woodstock Vermont

Soulfully Good Café is a New England café located in the picturesque town of Woodstock Vermont.  ABOUT THE CAFE Located at 67 Central Street in Woodstock, this cute café serves breakfast, lunch, and Sunday brunch.  They use local and organic ingredients whenever possible, which is something we love! They offer

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Texas Falls, The Jewel of The Green Mountains

If you love cascading waterfalls, then you need to visit Texas Falls! This beautiful waterfall is in The Green Mountain Forest of Vermont, and definitely should be on your list of must-see areas! o Texas Falls began forming over 12,000 years ago, at the end of the ice-age.  Melting ice

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Ride Guide New Hampshire-5 Amazing NH Roads

We have put together this Ride Guide New Hampshire of 5 amazing roads to ride while you are visiting New Hampshire.  These are some of our favorite rides, and a great start to exploring New Hampshire! New Hampshire is home to many beautiful, scenic roads and routes.  We always travel

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Free, Set of 8, Thanksgiving Cards! Ready to Download and Print!

Free Thanksgiving Cards Need a beautiful, decorative touch for your Thanksgiving table?  How about a splash of class for your dessert table? This set of 8, Thanksgiving Cards, will add a beautiful, classy touch to any table!  All you need to do is download the file, print the cards, and

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Travel Bucket List, Adventure Is Calling!

Travel Bucket List Have you started your Travel Bucket List yet?  If you are anything like us, then you are already dreaming about your next travel adventure! You have a long list of “must see” places in your head and you need to keep track of all the “places to

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