Hitting the Open Road? Embrace the Cliché and Ride Safely this Labor Day Weekend!

Whether you've heard it once or you've heard it a thousand times, I'll say it once more: be sure and ride safely this weekend! There are probably more belligerent drivers on the road than most other times of the year, giving you all the more reason not to skimp on safety gear, regardless of how hot it gets, and to pack an emergency kit if you're heading out on a long ride.

Speaking of long rides, everybody's got their own preparation style, but if you're taking off on an epic journey of your own and want a few tips, check out our road trip planning article, complete with an abbreviated rundown of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation's TCLOCS checklist. You'll also want to make sure your tires are ready for whatever you've got in store for them.

And because a little road trip envy is never a bad thing, feel free to brag about your plans in the comments... happy riding!