I wear a light colored, cotton, long sleeve shirt. You sweat, the shirt get damp and cools you off, a vicious cycle but it works.
Looks like you might be going up 191 (formerly 666) in eastern AZ. Beautiful ride, winds right back on itself but the north end is heaven. Lots of animals up in there, keep a watch for them.
In 1969 when I got out of the MC and started living on St. Croix I bought a Kawasaki 500cc three cylinder crotch rocket. I went everywhere with my hair on fire. My next bike was a Norton Commando. Addicted to adrenaline at the time. Had a blast.
No Harleys on the Island only English or Japanese.
A few miles short of the Canadian border, and apparently it’s supposed to be like this all day, and then rain all day tomorrow until around 3pm. Gunna wait a few hours and see if it gets better, and if not then I might just ride around northern Wisconsin so I can have the time to just hide inside tomorrow if needed.
I called around and found a bed and breakfast type of place where they’ll let me wait for the rain to stop tomorrow and check out late for free, so I decided to go. It was a miserable ride, but I’m glad I did it. This place is beautiful even in the fog/rain.
The rain was supposed to come this afternoon, so I woke up early and told myself I was just going to ride until it started, and then pull into the next motel. It’s unbelievably beautiful up here, and the road just winds and winds the whole trip so it’s an amazing ride, super glad I didn’t bail. The only downside besides the rain is the bugs. If you come to a stop somewhere out of town by the lake, it’s like the beginning of a sci-fi movie with how many descend on you, never experienced that level of it before.
Up here is...Minnesota? Looks like too many trees for North Dakota. You may have said, but I missed it.
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Heading out Monday. Quite a bit of travel required just to get Steve to cook me dinner, but still worth it.
Going clockwise just to make Edward happy also.
I don’t know why I keep doing this to myself. I tried yet another Iowa barbecue restaurant and had maybe the worst brisket sandwich I’ve ever had in my life.
I’ll learn my lesson eventually.
@CalvinAndHobo said:
I don’t know why I keep doing this to myself. I tried yet another Iowa barbecue restaurant and had maybe the worst brisket sandwich I’ve ever had in my life.
I’ll learn my lesson eventually.
As you pass through Texas you may find what you seek.
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"If you do not read the newspapers you're uninformed. If you do read the newspapers, you're misinformed." -- Mark Twain
Tried to time my route to get me far enough south to beat the rain, but the weather guessers got the storm location wrong. Went from dry to thunderstorm in 5 seconds. I pulled into some random driveway and tried to get my rain gear on, while not being able to see anything, and some gentleman pulled out in his truck and told me to park in the garage. Apparently this is a boat lift company, and he turned on his industrial size fan and told me to change and dry my clothes and wait out the storm. Then he spent 5 minutes telling me about his Harley, which is par for the course, but I was happy to listen in my dry clothes. Can’t beat southern hospitality.
@Guitarded said: @CalvinAndHobo I'll be going through Flagstaff Friday or Saturday. When are you scheduled to be there? Stopping for the night?
I won’t be that far along until mid week next week. I’ll be at big bend national park Saturday night to Monday morning. Then will be spending part of Tuesday in El Paso getting an oil change on my bike. Probably not until 8/21-8/23 ish for Flagstaff.
@CalvinAndHobo said:
Tried to time my route to get me far enough south to beat the rain, but the weather guessers got the storm location wrong. Went from dry to thunderstorm in 5 seconds. I pulled into some random driveway and tried to get my rain gear on, while not being able to see anything, and some gentleman pulled out in his truck and told me to park in the garage. Apparently this is a boat lift company, and he turned on his industrial size fan and told me to change and dry my clothes and wait out the storm. Then he spent 5 minutes telling me about his Harley, which is par for the course, but I was happy to listen in my dry clothes. Can’t beat southern hospitality.
Sounds like we share the same storm Lampe is about 20 miles south of me.
Don't let the wife know what you spend on guns, ammo or cigars.
@Guitarded said: @CalvinAndHobo I'll be going through Flagstaff Friday or Saturday. When are you scheduled to be there? Stopping for the night?
I won’t be that far along until mid week next week. I’ll be at big bend national park Saturday night to Monday morning. Then will be spending part of Tuesday in El Paso getting an oil change on my bike. Probably not until 8/21-8/23 ish for Flagstaff.
Just checking. Thanks.
You know you are welcome at my home in Albuquerque any time.
Safe travels!
Edit: If you get a chance to visit Chaco Canyon I recommend it.
Friends don't let good friends smoke cheap cigars.
Route 23 going south from Eureka Springs to Ozark might be one of the best motorcycle roads in the eastern half of the country. The whole thing looked like this, with twisties the whole way.
I have a question though. Is Arkansas “the south”? It fits my criteria in terms of delicious artery clogging food, optional turn signals, and friendly people at least.
Fell asleep at around 9:30, woke up at 2:00 am, couldn’t fall back asleep. Switching from a night schedule to a day one always messes with me.
I have a few printouts of this thread from my trip last year stashed away, and it was fun going back and reading my random thoughts that I had from the trip. Going to try to write more of those down when I have time, like I do right now waiting for sunrise. Sorry in advance if I’m overposting.
I don’t know why, or what it means, but it definitely seems like there’s a direct correlation between how rural an area is, and how polite those people are. It’s not even just in America. When I was in Canada it was the same way, just the friendliest people in the world when you got outside of the city. The further you got, the friendlier they were. Even Thailand was like that when I was there with my mom 10 years ago. I want to look that up when I get home, and see if there’s a reason why.
I still kind of dread the worst thinking hypothetically about what happens if I get pulled over while carrying when I’m on my bike. Bikers have a bad reputation with law enforcement for good reason. I often debate with myself if I should just not say anything about it even when I’m in a state that requires you to tell the officer. As of now my plan is just to have my hands visible and to say “I have a license from out of state that’s reciprocated here to carry concealed, is there anything you’d like me to do?” But I can’t help but wonder if it’s better to just risk it and not say anything, even when required to, and then play dumb and say I didn’t know about the law if I get asked about it specifically.
I’m not quite sure why they don’t really grow crops in the Ozarks. It seems like perfect conditions, aside from the hills. Are hills that much of a hindrance? There’s cattle everywhere, but basically no farms.
When gas stations advertise this, you know it’s going to be a great ride, since bikers are mostly who this sign is for:
Got a short 200 mile ride to Shreveport today. Going to eat some Cajun food and then play some poker.
Random pictures that I took and don’t have context for, but want to save:
Most of the Ozarks are smaller family farms, not the size those farther north in the flatland. I'd recommend always make sure you're traveling stars that are reciprocal for CC, and immediately telling any officer. At least that's what the ones I've talked say since we went Constitutional Carrry.
Don't let the wife know what you spend on guns, ammo or cigars.
@CalvinAndHobo said:
Route 23 going south from Eureka Springs to Ozark might be one of the best motorcycle roads in the eastern half of the country. The whole thing looked like this, with twisties the whole way.
I have a question though. Is Arkansas “the south”? It fits my criteria in terms of delicious artery clogging food, optional turn signals, and friendly people at least.
The whole upper left quadrant of Arkansas is fantastic motorcycle country. We spent a little time there a couple years ago. Awesome. Webmost spent a little time there on his way back from the west coast and told me that if I hadn't ridden the area to put it on the short list. And, to answer your question, yes, Arkansas is decidedly part of "the South".
As for the turn signal thing, all I can do is shake my head. I remember way back when, it seems like everyone thought that lever on the left side of the steering wheel was just a place to hang your High School ring. Wouldn't want to push down on it or your ring might fall off. As a lifelong motorcyclist it just drives me crazy. When a bike uses their turn signal, which happens far more often than the cars, about half the population isn't sure which way the bike will turn. I've pointed out "it's going to go to the side that's flashing", but just get a confused look from the person I'm talking to.
It's not limited to the South, but it does seem worse here.
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"If you do not read the newspapers you're uninformed. If you do read the newspapers, you're misinformed." -- Mark Twain
My advice would be that if you are stopped and are asked for i.d. to give them your cc permit at the same time. I’ve had a few officers tell me that this will actually give them a better idea that you’re not someone with a criminal past and they’re not as likely to have an issue.
@CalvinAndHobo I've been enjoying the trip reports, I wouldn't worry about posting often, I've been enjoying following along, even though I don't ride.
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I always hand my CCW and drivers license at the same time. I’m always thanked for doing so. It let’s them know you’re honest, legal and not a sh!tbag. Hands on your grips is always a good idea 🤙🏼. Of course, hypothetically speaking, if I owned a firearm and a legal carry citizen 🤪.
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I wear a light colored, cotton, long sleeve shirt. You sweat, the shirt get damp and cools you off, a vicious cycle but it works.
Looks like you might be going up 191 (formerly 666) in eastern AZ. Beautiful ride, winds right back on itself but the north end is heaven. Lots of animals up in there, keep a watch for them.
In 1969 when I got out of the MC and started living on St. Croix I bought a Kawasaki 500cc three cylinder crotch rocket. I went everywhere with my hair on fire. My next bike was a Norton Commando. Addicted to adrenaline at the time. Had a blast.
No Harleys on the Island only English or Japanese.
A few miles short of the Canadian border, and apparently it’s supposed to be like this all day, and then rain all day tomorrow until around 3pm. Gunna wait a few hours and see if it gets better, and if not then I might just ride around northern Wisconsin so I can have the time to just hide inside tomorrow if needed.
I called around and found a bed and breakfast type of place where they’ll let me wait for the rain to stop tomorrow and check out late for free, so I decided to go. It was a miserable ride, but I’m glad I did it. This place is beautiful even in the fog/rain.
Used to be a long time ago Swisher Sweets with a wood mouth piece stayed lit while riding in the rain.
The rain was supposed to come this afternoon, so I woke up early and told myself I was just going to ride until it started, and then pull into the next motel. It’s unbelievably beautiful up here, and the road just winds and winds the whole trip so it’s an amazing ride, super glad I didn’t bail. The only downside besides the rain is the bugs. If you come to a stop somewhere out of town by the lake, it’s like the beginning of a sci-fi movie with how many descend on you, never experienced that level of it before.
Up here is...Minnesota? Looks like too many trees for North Dakota. You may have said, but I missed it.
"If you do not read the newspapers you're uninformed. If you do read the newspapers, you're misinformed." -- Mark Twain
I’m taking the long way to the Milwaukee herf. Currently at this red line.
Heading out Monday. Quite a bit of travel required just to get Steve to cook me dinner, but still worth it.
Going clockwise just to make Edward happy also.
Have a great trip Calvin.
Safe travels, @CalvinAndHobo
I know, You're a big dog and I'm on the list.
Let's eat, GrandMa. / Let's eat GrandMa. -- Punctuation saves lives
It'll be fine once the swelling goes down.
I don’t know why I keep doing this to myself. I tried yet another Iowa barbecue restaurant and had maybe the worst brisket sandwich I’ve ever had in my life.
I’ll learn my lesson eventually.
As you pass through Texas you may find what you seek.
"If you do not read the newspapers you're uninformed. If you do read the newspapers, you're misinformed." -- Mark Twain
I didn't know you could make terrine out of brisket...
At any given time the urge to sing "In The Jungle" is just a whim away... A whim away... A whim away...
Tried to time my route to get me far enough south to beat the rain, but the weather guessers got the storm location wrong. Went from dry to thunderstorm in 5 seconds. I pulled into some random driveway and tried to get my rain gear on, while not being able to see anything, and some gentleman pulled out in his truck and told me to park in the garage. Apparently this is a boat lift company, and he turned on his industrial size fan and told me to change and dry my clothes and wait out the storm. Then he spent 5 minutes telling me about his Harley, which is par for the course, but I was happy to listen in my dry clothes. Can’t beat southern hospitality.
Was he taking pictures while you were changing your clothes?
That explains it
Thanks for the updates.
I know, You're a big dog and I'm on the list.
Let's eat, GrandMa. / Let's eat GrandMa. -- Punctuation saves lives
It'll be fine once the swelling goes down.
@CalvinAndHobo I'll be going through Flagstaff Friday or Saturday. When are you scheduled to be there? Stopping for the night?
I won’t be that far along until mid week next week. I’ll be at big bend national park Saturday night to Monday morning. Then will be spending part of Tuesday in El Paso getting an oil change on my bike. Probably not until 8/21-8/23 ish for Flagstaff.
Sounds like we share the same storm Lampe is about 20 miles south of me.
Don't let the wife know what you spend on guns, ammo or cigars.
Just checking. Thanks.
You know you are welcome at my home in Albuquerque any time.
Safe travels!
Edit: If you get a chance to visit Chaco Canyon I recommend it.
Route 23 going south from Eureka Springs to Ozark might be one of the best motorcycle roads in the eastern half of the country. The whole thing looked like this, with twisties the whole way.
I have a question though. Is Arkansas “the south”? It fits my criteria in terms of delicious artery clogging food, optional turn signals, and friendly people at least.
Fell asleep at around 9:30, woke up at 2:00 am, couldn’t fall back asleep. Switching from a night schedule to a day one always messes with me.
I have a few printouts of this thread from my trip last year stashed away, and it was fun going back and reading my random thoughts that I had from the trip. Going to try to write more of those down when I have time, like I do right now waiting for sunrise. Sorry in advance if I’m overposting.
I don’t know why, or what it means, but it definitely seems like there’s a direct correlation between how rural an area is, and how polite those people are. It’s not even just in America. When I was in Canada it was the same way, just the friendliest people in the world when you got outside of the city. The further you got, the friendlier they were. Even Thailand was like that when I was there with my mom 10 years ago. I want to look that up when I get home, and see if there’s a reason why.
I still kind of dread the worst thinking hypothetically about what happens if I get pulled over while carrying when I’m on my bike. Bikers have a bad reputation with law enforcement for good reason. I often debate with myself if I should just not say anything about it even when I’m in a state that requires you to tell the officer. As of now my plan is just to have my hands visible and to say “I have a license from out of state that’s reciprocated here to carry concealed, is there anything you’d like me to do?” But I can’t help but wonder if it’s better to just risk it and not say anything, even when required to, and then play dumb and say I didn’t know about the law if I get asked about it specifically.
I’m not quite sure why they don’t really grow crops in the Ozarks. It seems like perfect conditions, aside from the hills. Are hills that much of a hindrance? There’s cattle everywhere, but basically no farms.
When gas stations advertise this, you know it’s going to be a great ride, since bikers are mostly who this sign is for:
Got a short 200 mile ride to Shreveport today. Going to eat some Cajun food and then play some poker.
Random pictures that I took and don’t have context for, but want to save:
Most of the Ozarks are smaller family farms, not the size those farther north in the flatland. I'd recommend always make sure you're traveling stars that are reciprocal for CC, and immediately telling any officer. At least that's what the ones I've talked say since we went Constitutional Carrry.
Don't let the wife know what you spend on guns, ammo or cigars.
The whole upper left quadrant of Arkansas is fantastic motorcycle country. We spent a little time there a couple years ago. Awesome. Webmost spent a little time there on his way back from the west coast and told me that if I hadn't ridden the area to put it on the short list. And, to answer your question, yes, Arkansas is decidedly part of "the South".
As for the turn signal thing, all I can do is shake my head. I remember way back when, it seems like everyone thought that lever on the left side of the steering wheel was just a place to hang your High School ring. Wouldn't want to push down on it or your ring might fall off. As a lifelong motorcyclist it just drives me crazy. When a bike uses their turn signal, which happens far more often than the cars, about half the population isn't sure which way the bike will turn. I've pointed out "it's going to go to the side that's flashing", but just get a confused look from the person I'm talking to.
It's not limited to the South, but it does seem worse here.
"If you do not read the newspapers you're uninformed. If you do read the newspapers, you're misinformed." -- Mark Twain
My advice would be that if you are stopped and are asked for i.d. to give them your cc permit at the same time. I’ve had a few officers tell me that this will actually give them a better idea that you’re not someone with a criminal past and they’re not as likely to have an issue.
@CalvinAndHobo I've been enjoying the trip reports, I wouldn't worry about posting often, I've been enjoying following along, even though I don't ride.
I always hand my CCW and drivers license at the same time. I’m always thanked for doing so. It let’s them know you’re honest, legal and not a sh!tbag. Hands on your grips is always a good idea 🤙🏼. Of course, hypothetically speaking, if I owned a firearm and a legal carry citizen 🤪.
A good cigar and whiskey solve most problems.