2 Wheel Destinations

06/22/2026

Sometimes the best motorcycle stories aren't found at the destination... they're discovered over a cup of coffee.

While filming for 2 Wheel Destinations™ in Marion, NC, Dael and Mike met Ladussa, a rider who had just rolled past an incredible milestone—10,000 miles on her Indian Motorcycle Chief Dark Horse in less than a year! 🔥

But that's only the beginning.

Ladussa and her husband are on a unique motorcycle adventure. Instead of riding side-by-side, they're taking separate routes across the country, each carving their own path and collecting their own stories before reuniting in Michigan. 🇺🇸🏍️

As her route brought her through Marion, she made a stop at Ingenious Coffee Roasters on Main Street for a much-needed cup of coffee after countless miles on the road. What started as a casual conversation quickly turned into something much bigger.

Dael grabbed the camera.

Mike asked a few questions.

And suddenly, a simple coffee stop became an unforgettable interview filled with stories of the open road, motorcycle life, adventure, determination, and the freedom that only riders truly understand.

This is exactly why we do what we do.

Not just to showcase destinations... but to share the stories of the people who make the journey worth taking.

🎥 Watch for the upcoming 2 Wheel Destinations™ feature as Ladussa shares her ride, her experiences, and what it's like chasing miles one road at a time.

🏍️ Have you ever taken a long-distance motorcycle trip? Tell us your longest ride in the comments!

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06/12/2026

🔥 IT'S ON LIKE DONKEY KONG! 🔥

The countdown is over and the thunder is about to roll! 🏍️💨

THE THE BIGGEST HARLEY-DAVIDSON BAGGER RACE IN THE WORLD is happening THIS WEEKEND at Shadyside Dragway and the baddest baggers in the game are coming to throw down for speed, bragging rights, and glory on the strip!

Expect:
💨 Massive burnouts
🏍️ Wheelies off the line
⚡ Side-by-side bagger battles
🔥 Non-stop V-Twin horsepower
🎥 Coverage from Bagger Nation Network - BNN™

If you love motorcycles, horsepower, and the smell of race fuel, this is one event you don't want to miss.

Head over to the original Bagger Nation Network - BNN post, give it a Like, Follow and Share, and let us know if we'll see you trackside this weekend!

06/06/2026

⏳🥇 WE WENT BACK IN TIME AT THE 22ND ANNUAL NC GOLD FESTIVAL! 🥇⏳

What if you could step back into the days when North Carolina was at the center of America's first gold rush?

That's exactly what happened when Dael and Mike of 2 Wheel Destinations came face-to-face with Christopher Bechtler... or at least David Gillespie's incredible portrayal of the legendary goldsmith, gunsmith, and mint founder!

Before there was a Federal Mint, there was Bechtler's Mint right here in North Carolina. Prospectors would bring their gold to Christopher Bechtler, who would carefully weigh and assay it before turning it into coins trusted throughout the region. 💰⛏️

But gold wasn't his only talent.

Bechtler was also an innovative gunsmith, crafting unique brass-barreled flintlock and percussion rifles and pistols that helped make his name known far beyond the gold fields. 🔥🔫

Join us as we take a fascinating trip into the past, discovering how one man's ingenuity helped shape North Carolina history and played a role in the early American economy.

History isn't just something you read about... sometimes you can shake its hand.

🎥 Watch as David Gillespie brings Christopher Bechtler to life and shares the story of the man whose mint came before the U.S. Mint and whose craftsmanship left a lasting mark on American history.

👇 Did you know North Carolina was home to America's first gold rush before California? Let us know in the comments!

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05/29/2026

* THE* THE BIGGEST HARLEY-DAVIDSON BAGGER RACE IN THE WORLD

🏍️🔥 If you love Harley-Davidson baggers, drag racing, burnouts, and the thunder of American V-Twin horsepower, this is the event you've been waiting for!

*THE* THE BIGGEST HARLEY-DAVIDSON BAGGER RACE IN THE WORLD is coming to Shadyside Dragway June 12-13 with incredible racing action, awesome bikes, and a weekend full of speed and excitement.

Whether you're racing, riding, spectating, or just love motorcycle culture, this is one event you don't want to miss.

Check out the original post for all the details and let us know if you'll be there! 🏁🔥

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🔥🏍️ * THE* THE BIGGEST HARLEY-DAVIDSON BAGGER RACE IN THE WORLD IS COMING! 🏍️🔥

June 12-13, Shadyside Dragway becomes the battleground as the Hog's Gone Wild Harley Davidson Bagger Event returns with thunder, horsepower, and some of the fastest V-Twins on the planet!

💨 Bagger Racing
🔥 Burnout Action
🏁 Multiple Racing Classes
🎤 Great Atmosphere
🤘 Non-Stop Entertainment

This isn't just a race... it's a full-throttle sensory overload. The roar of the engines, the smell of race fuel, that Bagger Burnout G***a filling the air, and some of the baddest Harley-Davidson baggers you'll ever see lined up under the lights.

If you love motorcycles, speed, competition, and pure American V-Twin performance, this is where you need to be.

Join Bagger Nation Network as we bring you all the action from Shadyside Dragway and showcase the machines, the racers, and the excitement that make this one of the premier Harley-Davidson drag racing events in the world.

Who's ready to hear the tree drop? 🏍️💨🔥

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05/28/2026

Most people know Dael from riding motorcycles, chasing scenic roads, and traveling with 2 Wheel Destinations… 🏍️🔥

But before the cameras were focused on rides and destinations, they were focused on filmmaking.

This Friday, the award-winning short film RENA will finally be released to the public after an incredible film festival journey that wrapped up with 99 Laurels. 🎬

Dael wrote, directed, produced, and also co-stars in the film.

So now we’ve got to ask…
How do you think his acting skills compare to his riding skills? 👀🔥😂

Watch the LIVE interview and scene breakdown this Friday as Dael talks about the inspiration behind RENA, behind-the-scenes moments, filmmaking challenges, and breaks down scenes from the movie live.

Stay tuned for the official release links! 🎥🔥

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05/27/2026

🚨 REMEMBER! TOMORROW — Thursday, May 28 from 6PM to 9PM, Jerry Greybeal will be LIVE jamming out courtesy of Reese’s Delectables and Nourishments during the 🔥 4TH THURSDAY BIKE NIGHT FOR THE PEOPLE at Base Camp- Marion,NC and EVERYONE is invited! 🏍️🚗🔥

Bring your motorcycles, classics, muscle cars, hot rods, Jeeps, trucks, rat rods, custom rides, or just bring yourself, a chair, and enjoy an evening of food, music, and community fun with The V-Twin Foodies / 2 Wheel Destinations Crew and Big Yummy Feed The People! 🍔🌮🎶

🌧️ RAIN? NO WORRIES.
We’ll move the whole thing INSIDE and keep the party rolling with a full-on HOUSE PARTY atmosphere! 🤘🔥

This is more than just a Bike Night…
It’s about bringing people together, supporting the community, making memories, and helping make someone’s life a little better along the way. ❤️

EVERYONE WELCOME.
Family Friendly.
Good Food.
Cool Rides.
Great People.
Amazing Vibes.

Pssss... 👀
I heard brisket tacos may be making a return 🌮🔥
But you better get there early… you know what happened last time! 😂

⭐ WHY THE NAME CHANGE NEXT MONTH?
We want EVERYONE to feel welcome, so we’ll be transitioning from Bike Night to Cruise In to open things up even more to the entire community of Motorcycles and Automobiles.

Bring the classics.
Bring the moderns.
Bring the hooligans.
Bring the rat rods.

This is a COMMUNITY EVENT FOR THE PEOPLE. 🔥

05/20/2026

Join Dael McCoyle & Mike Willette as they turn windshields into the Nature Channel. From trails on Adventure bikes to highways on V-Twins, they explore the best backroads and hidden gems across the country. One mile at a time, 2 Wheel Destinations style.

05/18/2026

What If?

05/08/2026

🏍️🔥 SHARE THIS POST & HELP SPREAD THE WORD! 🔥🏍️

4TH THURSDAY BIKE NIGHT is rolling back into Base Camp in Marion, NC and EVERYONE is invited!

🍔 Great Food
🏍️ Awesome Bikes
👊 Great People
🎶 Great Atmosphere

Big Yummy Feed The People will be serving up some incredible food while the bikes line the lot for another unforgettable evening in the mountains of Western North Carolina.

📍 Base Camp – Marion, NC
🗓️ Thursday, May 28
⏰ 6PM - 9PM

Whether you ride or just love the atmosphere, come hang out, eat good food, and enjoy the night with friends and family.

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04/27/2026

Ep. 17 Destination The Mast General Store Annex

The final leg is here! Episode 17 picks up right where we left off, carving through the last few curves before the valley opens up. As we head into the heart of Valle Crucis, we pass the construction site of the new school on the right and finally pull the bikes into our destination: the historic Mast General Store Annex.

It’s been an incredible journey documenting the scars of the storm and the resilience of the High Country. Thank you for riding along with us for this series!

Episode Highlights:
📍 The Final Stretch: Transitioning from the twisties to the valley floor.
🏫 Local Growth: Passing the new Valle Crucis School construction site.
🏁 Kickstands Down: Arriving at the iconic Mast General Store Annex.

The Bikes:
2007 Suzuki V-Strom 650DL | 2024 Kawasaki KLR 650

Supported by:
Crown Rent 2 Own & Mattress Outlet (Spruce Pine, NC)
Sweet Dreams RV Campground (North Cove, NC).