Author Topic: Great Circle Tour of the US, July 2014 (Read 41381 times)

bluezboy · « **Reply #150 on:** July 23, 2014, 03:08:24 AM »

Your new improved milage has me thinking I need to put a Hondaman ignition on Pandora, my milage has never come close to the 40-50 some claim to get here. of course well see if improves when her new stock pipes go on today!

HondanutRider · « **Reply #151 on:** July 23, 2014, 06:07:35 AM »

I'll bet this is where you got a room last night in Stockton. I see there is a McD's just down the street.

Schnell · « **Reply #152 on:** July 23, 2014, 06:40:29 PM »

No, I was at a budget inn by I5 and hammer lane.
Last night in Oakland at a camera forum buddy's couch, and tonight in fort Bragg.

scottly · « **Reply #153 on:** July 23, 2014, 07:12:19 PM »

Spent some time working in Garberville, as well as Laytonville and Covelo. It would have been nice to have a bike handy for when I wasn't working...

HondanutRider · « **Reply #154 on:** July 24, 2014, 04:49:09 AM »

Quote from: Schnell on July 23, 2014, 06:40:29 PM

No, I was at a budget inn by I5 and hammer lane.
Last night in Oakland at a camera forum buddy's couch, and tonight in fort Bragg.

Ah, so you were at the other Budget in that town. Looks like there was a Sushi nearby on the other side of the highway that would have been my dinner-place.

It's great following your route and progress on your site. You seem to be making good progress and taking lots of really great pictures. I'll bet the coast road yesterday was a fun ride with lots to see. I've been to San Fran a couple of times and it ranks as one of the best cities in N.A. We even had a chance to drive a rental car down Lombard Street - wish it had been a bike! There is so much to see and do in that city.

Stev-o · « **Reply #155 on:** July 24, 2014, 05:41:41 AM »

Quote from: HondanutRider on July 24, 2014, 04:49:09 AM

Quote from: Schnell on July 23, 2014, 06:40:29 PM
No, I was at a budget inn by I5 and hammer lane.
Last night in Oakland at a camera forum buddy's couch, and tonight in fort Bragg.

Ah, so you were at the other Budget in that town. Looks like there was a Sushi nearby on the other side of the highway that would have been my dinner-place.

It's great following your route and progress on your site. You seem to be making good progress and taking lots of really great pictures. I'll bet the coast road yesterday was a fun ride with lots to see. I've been to San Fran a couple of times and it ranks as one of the best cities in N.A. We even had a chance to drive a rental car down Lombard Street - wish it had been a bike! There is so much to see and do in that city.

I've been to San Fran a couple times too. Wanted to drive the motorhome down Lombard St but they ain't having any of that.

Jerry Rxman Griffin aka MuthaF'er · « **Reply #156 on:** July 24, 2014, 11:13:41 AM »

I think you'll really like that last section of Hwy 1

My sister lives in Eureka/Arcata if you get in a pinch, etc.

HondanutRider · « **Reply #157 on:** July 26, 2014, 05:03:56 AM »

Here's a device I came across that would be great for those long-distance tourers: http://www.findmespot.ca/en/index.php?cid=100 This is something you maybe should have considered getting Frank. They also have one that connects to an iPhone for enhanced capability.

On another note, are you going to swing by Sturgis for their big yearly event? It is happening Aug. 4-10 I believe.

Schnell · « **Reply #158 on:** July 26, 2014, 01:14:50 PM »

Quote from: HondanutRider on July 26, 2014, 05:03:56 AM

On another note, are you going to swing by Sturgis for their big yearly event? It is happening Aug. 4-10 I believe.

I'll be through there a week earlier, I think.

Schnell · « **Reply #159 on:** July 26, 2014, 08:14:52 PM »

I'll be through Seattle heading east on 20 tomorrow. Any members around there?

HondanutRider · « **Reply #160 on:** July 27, 2014, 04:47:10 AM »

Great to hear that you got your wheel bearings fixed and are on the way home now. Keep an eye on those front wheel bearings the rest of your journey.

This sounds like the place you stayed at last night. If it is, you should take a picture of your bike on the road in front.

Schnell · « **Reply #161 on:** July 27, 2014, 10:56:25 AM »

As you wish!

Schnell · « **Reply #162 on:** July 27, 2014, 10:57:41 AM »

My odometer this morning

HondanutRider · « **Reply #163 on:** July 29, 2014, 05:05:55 AM »

Instead of just taking selfies, you need to get a picture of your bike on the road in front of this stallion before you move off this morning. (Nice waterfall BTW! I was going to post it if you had not.)

Kevin D · « **Reply #164 on:** July 29, 2014, 10:20:28 AM »

Frank, I dunno if you are going by Babb, Montana, but the best steak I've ever had was at the Cattle Baron and the nearby Going to the Sun highway is not too shabby either.

Hmmm.... I'm seeing some mixed reviews here but my experience was absolutely top notch:
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g45070-d547467-Reviews-Babb_Bar_Cattle_Baron_Supper_Club-Babb_Montana.html

Schnell · « **Reply #165 on:** July 29, 2014, 02:31:46 PM »

I'm on more of a ground chuck, aka hamburger budget!

nccb · « **Reply #166 on:** July 29, 2014, 02:55:08 PM »

Quote from: Schnell on July 29, 2014, 02:31:46 PM

I'm on more of a ground chuck, aka hamburger budget!

Have you been keeping up with how many big macs you've been eating. I have noticed McDonalds is frequented quite often

Kevin D · « **Reply #167 on:** July 29, 2014, 05:05:30 PM »

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I'm on more of a ground chuck, aka hamburger budget!

Yep, sorry, not trying to empty your wallet. It's a high dollar area, I spent an arm and a leg to stay one night at a nearby hotel, but the views are free..... and sublime.

Schnell · « **Reply #168 on:** July 29, 2014, 08:36:04 PM »

Yes, I stop at McDonald's at least once a day while travelling. If more than a coffee or $1 drink with wifi are on order, the a couple of $1 buffalo ranch chicken sandwiches are good. I haven't had a Big Mac on this trip yet.

I use the wifi to check email, map, and trip adviser for motels.

mrbreeze · « **Reply #169 on:** July 29, 2014, 08:43:19 PM »

I would be all over McDonalds on a trip like this just for the cost of sodas and they are everywhere. Doesn't mean that alone for the whole trip. Gotta eat good at least once every couple of days.

Schnell · « **Reply #170 on:** July 29, 2014, 08:47:02 PM »

I think I've stumbled upon the ultimate road trip menu: motel coffee and whatever breakfast they offer, a foot long sub at subway for brunch, a $1 soda with refill and wifi at McDonald's in the heat of the afternoon, and a six-pack with a bag of peanuts for the evening.

70CB750 · « **Reply #171 on:** July 30, 2014, 02:48:21 AM »

On family trip to Colorado we did a lot of Panera's for wifi.

Kevin D · « **Reply #172 on:** July 31, 2014, 03:56:49 PM »

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To the east of the pass, whereI'm going to, all rivers flow eastward

It's all downhill, all the way home, Frank.

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Take your time, make sure that wheel and tire are good to go.

We carry a small cooler on our travels, box of Cheerios, half gallon of milk for breakfast, for lunch, loaf of bread, pb&j, water, apple, find a park with a playscape and a picnic table in the shade. Mom makes sandwiches, Kids run around, dad take a snooze.

Schnell · « **Reply #173 on:** July 31, 2014, 06:02:00 PM »

In belle fourche, heading by sturges tomorrow just before the big party.

Just over 7,000 miles.

Here I am.

Stev-o · « **Reply #174 on:** July 31, 2014, 06:42:18 PM »

Where do you plan to enter Canada? I'd stay as far north as possible for the best riding.

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Author Topic: Great Circle Tour of the US, July 2014 (Read 41381 times)