What a day today!! We started by opening up the visitor center at the Four Corner monument. It’s a splendid sight! Then we went to the valley of the gods, riding 15 miles in an hour or so before connecting with Moki Dugway. The Dugway ran up up a rock face, about 1.5 lanes wideContinue reading “Crème de la crème”
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Day 3 – Steve : Grand Junction to Farmington NM
Or is this Day 1 because it was the first day on the bike. I woke up pretty early on my own and in no rush to get out the door. I packed up, said goodbye to the truck which was left at the hotel in Grand Junction. I headed down Rt 141 which twistsContinue reading “Day 3 – Steve : Grand Junction to Farmington NM”
Days running together…
We started the day on the old Santa Fe trail. Made quick work of it and crossed into Colorado and MST by 0730. A little after 0900 we caught our first glimpse of the mountains and we were drawn like moths to the flame. The straight roads soon twisted up and the riding excelled. WolfContinue reading “Days running together…”
Day 2 – Steve : Ely, NV to Grand Junction Co
Well, I’ve finally made it to Colorado. First time which is pretty surprising. There was a trip many years ago to Colorado I was supposed to go, but I got on the bike and turned around and went home. I just had a bad feeling. This time, I made it. I woke up early inContinue reading “Day 2 – Steve : Ely, NV to Grand Junction Co”
Getting my kix
We started the day by dodging a few raindrops and picking up US Route 66 for an hour or so. Underwhelming but we did get pix. The rest of the day was due west across Kansas’ thriving farming and ranching communities. It was quite pleasant and temps were moderate. We rolled into Dodge City withoutContinue reading “Getting my kix”
Pre-Launch
Preparations are ongoing and this year’s group adventure is underway for three already. Two are navigating west while the third is heading east towards our rendezvous. I’m leaving last as it will take me the least time to arrive. I say that not because I’m the fastest rider, but because I’m flying in and rentingContinue reading “Pre-Launch”
Day 1 – Steve : San Jose to Ely Nevada
Day 1 started early, as if to practice for the arrival of Harv. Actually got on the road at 6 a.m. and bee lined it towards Reno. No traffic and people were moving at a good clip. I made great time through the first tank of gas as towards the end I needed to well,Continue reading “Day 1 – Steve : San Jose to Ely Nevada”
Over the water and under the water
Leg 2 is done, finding us in Springfield Mo. today we crossed the Ohio and Mississippi rivers at fort Defiance and stopped for a photo op. Weather and traffic cooperated and we knocked out 550 miles in 12 hours. We closed the day at the American Legion post where the sail from my first submarineContinue reading “Over the water and under the water”
Living with danger
Danger Dan, that is. Connected with Danger Dan in Albany, KY at the end of day 1. 600 miles for this guy, with about 15 miles of freeway total. The upgraded Super Tenere is running great. The roads and weather cooperated and zero imperial entanglements ensued. It was a grand day, despite a bit ofContinue reading “Living with danger”
It’s on the way…
Harvey Hexnut and the usual suspects are on the move again. I’ll be heading west from the Tidewater area of Va directly, pretty much beelining west to the Rockies. No trailering for me this go around so I’m planning the road less traveled between here and Colorado. Keep the rubber side down! Harvey Hexnut
Phat Barstewards 