With 84,000 square miles of scenic wonder-encompassing the grandeur and majesty of alpine mountain ranges to the rugged splendor of the colorful southwest desert-Utah is certainly one of the greatest motorcycle touring destinations in the world. Home to five national parks, seven national monuments and forty-three state parks, an epic adventure awaits riders in this biker's paradise. Dave Magdiel brings his years of experience touring the American West and his knowledge gained exploring Utah as few others have, to create a book for the seasoned rider or the touring novice alike. In this second edition, he will guide you through three distinct geographic regions of the state, highlighting the history, legend and geology you will encounter, with a bit of humor thrown in for good measure. A fourth section offers alternatives to freeway travel when transiting the state. Extensive appendices provide reference information on motorcycles, clubs and tourism. Adding brief articles with tips on weather, equipment and safety, Dave gives you what every rider needs-a little knowledge about what to expect and what to look for-to make the ride more fun and enjoyable. Ride Utah brings the road to life and will make you feel a part of the ride before you ever throw a leg over the saddle. It's the perfect saddlebag companion for anyone serious about experiencing Utah. Enjoy the ride