WarBikes

Some riders go with whatever boots they have handy. Some riders seek out motorcycle boots that have the right grip and heel. Working around aircraft usually requires steel-toed boots. Come to think of it, working around the garage should require steel-toed boots, too.

Mike, our behind-the-camera producer has been trying out Chippewa Boots for quite awhile because of his many in-the-field projects. Recently he commented on their boots while flying in a WWII era T-6 and he’s been savoring their engineer boot while working around the bikes.

Mike is such a fan, he’s converted several of us here in the garage, including Ralph and Kenny. Check them out for yourself and see.

On a completely different note, several years ago Lisa Gregory wrote an article for Soldier’s Magazine called War bikes: motorcycles have played an enduring role in American military operations since the Army enlisted its first two-wheeled cycle before World War I. It can be found online here or here.

What’s notable about her commentary is the history that we’ve tried to emulate here at WarBikes.

“By the time America entered the war [WWI], the motorcycle was widely used in combat, communications and transportation.”

She highlights some of the motorbike history in military situations over the past century. We know that Veterans have their own stories to tell about their experiences learning to ride or shuttling equipment in dangerous areas, and we know how attractive the feel of being on two wheels is to those who’ve flown and fought in combat zones.

We appreciate being a part of this history and we’re loving telling our story. And while we share insights to a custom motorcycle build, we’re gonna be wearing some really cool boots.