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Plan your fall foliage road trip Come autumn, thousands of motorists take to the highways and backroads to
· Watch the weather. Autumn weather can be unpredicable. Some days it may
experience the ever-changing landscape made beautiful by leaves changing
be crisp, while other days it will be hot. Sometimes you may experience hot
colors. Fall foliage road trips make for a fun way to spend a weekend after-
and cold weather on the same day. Dress in layers so that you can be com-
noon.
fortable and shed or add layers as necessary.
With cameras in hand and provisions at the ready, motorists can make the
· Explore different spots. Do not take the same route or visit the same towns
most of their next fall foliage road trip.
each year. Vary your trips to experience a greater range of autumn magic. From the eastern seaboard to the Rockies, explore as many awe-inspiring
· Know when to go. Learn the best times of the year to see the peak leaf col-
palettes of fall colors as possible.
ors. Mountainous regions and many located in northern latitudes will see changes in leaf color earlier than other regions. Drivers living in certain areas of Canada, regions of the Rocky Mountains or in particular parts of New England can expect to witness leaves changing color as early as September, while much of the midwest can expect peak color in mid- to lateOctober. Southern regions may not see leaves change color until November. · Aim for a weekday. Many people plan fall foliage road trips on the weekend. These "leafers" or "peepers," as they're sometimes referred to, flood normally empty rural areas and can easily cause traffic jams. Schedule your own trip for a weekday so you can avoid most of the crowds and enjoy a more serene environment for hiking excursions or countryside visits. · Book accommodations early. If you plant to stay overnight, book your trip as early as possible and don't be surprised if costs are high. Autumn is not only a peak time for leaf color changes, but also it's a prime time for vacationers interested in comfortable temperatures and amazing scenery, so autumn lodging rates may be equal to or exceed the rates charged during the height of summer vacation season. Verify room rates and openings well in advance if you have your heart set on staying in prime leaf color country. · Employ a few tricks of the photography trade. Fall foliage may be at its most vibrant at sunrise and sunset when the sun is low in the sky and will not cast much glare. Slightly overcast days also may help leaves' colors pop, but too much cloud cover may cause a lack of vibrancy in leaf color.
Autumn is a great time to embark on road trips and take in the awesome spectacle of fall foliage.
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Cold weather riding tips for bikers
HE'S GOT A HURRICANE UNDER THE HOOD
The arrival of cooler temperatures means motorcycle enthusiasts should have a plan in place for their vehicles. Although fall sees many riders pack their bikes into the garage to wait out the winter, many others see no reason to quit the great outdoors just because colder weather is on the way. No matter which path riders take and when they take it, preparation is essential when riding motorcycles. Here are a few pointers for riders to consider once the leaves have started to change color. Layer up Layering clothing is a key component of riding a motorcycle in colder temperatures. Many people are not very active on the back of a bike, so they will not generate enough heat on their own. Layering clothing will take the bite out of frosty winds and any precipitation that happens to be falling. Layer clothing so that you will feel comfortable, maybe even a bit warm when you are just standing around outdoors. A first layer of thermal or fleece is a good idea. Then layer other materials as needed for comfort. Just do not wear so many layers that your mobility is compromised. If layers are not keeping you warm enough, invest in heated clothing. The outermost layer you wear should be weather- and wind-resistant. Wind chill can quickly sap your energy and cut your ride considerably. Leather clothing will fit the bill in most cases, but a rain suit or some other waterproof material also may be necessary at times. Leaves Leaves can be a significant hazard to riders in the fall. Damp leaves can make a slippery mess of roads, particularly on turns and curves. Avoid all piles of leaves, as you do not know what may be hiding beneath them. Consider wet leaves as dangerous as black ice, as soggy leaves can be just as slippery. Salt and sand Road maintenance crews will use sand and salt to keep roads clear when snow and ice forms. Avoid riding on salty roads because the salt can corrode chrome and paint. If you choose to do any winter riding, apply a coat of wax to all parts of the motorcycle before going for a ride. This will help protect it and enable any salt to be easily wiped off after riding.
BY TOM AND RAY MAGLIOZZI
Dear Tom and Ray: My 1995 Volvo 850 GLT sounds like there's a hurricane under the hood. This sound started as a barely noticeable hiss at high rpms but has gotten a lot worse. It sounds, quite literally, like a hurricane is whirling around under my car. It is quietest when the engine is cold; it's loudest once the engine is warm, and during acceleration. I can barely hear it until I step on the gas. It seems to be coming from directly behind and underneath the motor. Any ideas? -- Devin TOM: It would be interesting if they named hurricanes after things that sounded like them. You know, "Hurricane Transmission Rebuild." RAY: The noise could be caused by any number of things, Devin. But we can help you narrow it down. TOM: First, you need to determine if the noise requires the car to be moving, or will it occur when you're in neutral and just stepping on the gas? RAY: If the gusts blow when the car is in park or neutral and sitting still, then you can rule out things like the transmission, the differential and the wheel bearings. TOM: And if you can get it to make the noise by just revving it up, then diagnosing it should be a piece of cake.
You get an assistant to step on the gas while you stick your head under the hood and figure out where the noise is coming from. RAY: If it's hard to tell -- sometimes noises bounce off so many surfaces that it's hard to find their origin -- a piece of rubber tubing can sometimes help. You put one end in your ear, and move the other end around the engine, isolating different sections of the engine compartment, until you figure out where the noise is the loudest. TOM: Then once you fix the car, you can drive to the emergency room and have the tubing removed from your ear. RAY: If I had to take a wild guess, I'd start by looking at the snorkel between the air filter and the throttle. If that's partially disconnected or cracked, you'd hear air being sucked in through that breach instead of passing quietly through the air filter. That could be very loud. TOM: But it could also be an idler pulley, a belt tensioner or a half-dozen other things. Once you narrow down the location, though, you'll be 90 percent of the way to fixing it -- the other 10 percent being money. Good luck.
Standing water If it rains or snows lightly after an extended period of dryness, oils in the road can come to the surface, making roads quite slick. In addition, stay on the lookout for puddles and other standing water. While motorcycle tires are good for displacing water, they still can hydroplane. Stay focused when riding on wet surfaces. Foraging animals One potential hazard riders may not consider is wildlife. Harvested crops reduce easy food sources, and animals may be on the move looking for food. Deer can be pushed out of fields by hunters. A collision with a deer can damage a car, never mind a motorcycle. Always use caution in rural areas, particularly at dawn and dusk.
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Winterizing If you choose to store your bike when the weather starts to get cold, remember to put a fuel stabilizer in the tank, fill the tank with gas and hook the battery up to a battery tender. This will ensure the bike is ready to hit the road when the temperatures warm up.
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