Riding season is wide open. Here is what is on our radar this month.

Ride of the Month: Sugarloaf Mountain and the Green Mountain Byway

The Clermont hills around Sugarloaf Mountain are the closest thing to real elevation in peninsular Florida, rolling climbs and citrus-country views. A favorite escape from Orlando traffic.

Know Your Rights: The Florida PIP Trap for Riders

Florida has no-fault PIP, but motorcycles are excluded. An injured rider gets no PIP benefits, so going after the at-fault driver is everything. Carry UM and UIM coverage on your own policy.

Ride safe out there. The Rider Wire is a community newsletter from Ride Nation Orlando. General information, not legal advice.