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CVO Social => Ride Report => Topic started by: Jock on May 23, 2016, 08:06:53 PM
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Over sixteen months ago there was a discussion started by JC regarding the 2016 West Coast Gathering. At the time there were a number of locations being bantered about – Cody, WY, Sturgis, SD, Garberville, CA, Victoria, BC, Canada not to mention others. Much like the 2016 Presidential Election, it appeared to be way too early to consider candidates much less a location. A poll was put into place and the voting began! The winner – The Redwoods!
With the winner chosen it was now time for me to determine if I could attend the gathering. Can I get the time off from work? Will I have the funds to make the trip? Should I ship the bike over to the West Coast? Questions, Questions, Questions! And later into the process came an unexpected one, my son announced that he was getting married in May! SHAZAM! Fortunately for me he choose a date early into the month and this opened up the opportunity.
Of course there were other questions but it became quite clear! This was a once in a lifetime opportunity to become a…
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Before I knew it sixteen months became 15-14-13-12-11-10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1! ROLL OFF! It was time to roll off and become a part of the original Redwood Charter.
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My starting point would be on the East Coast in a tiny little Southern beach town…
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This quite little town is “Charming”…
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While the shade trees are not the size of the Redwoods they do the job here…
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Instead we have the Southern Front Porch columns for size…
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This “Charming” little location can produce some nice eatin’ size catfish for the krewe
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But now it’s time to head west and become a …
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Join me on the ride and let’s see what happens!
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I'm looking forward to following your journey Jock! :bananarock:
If you make it to the Los Angeles area by this Fri. afternoon.........
The Rock Store, 30354 Mulholland Highway, Cornell, Ca.91301 is where all the celebrity motorcyclists hang out on the weekends. http://www.rock-store.com/index.htm
There's also a photographer, Rock Store Photos that's usually up there on Sat. Sun and holidays shooting. http://www.rockstorephotos.com/ I've been in touch with him and he's going to meet us at the Rock Store on Fri. at about 2:00 p.m. If you're in the area and would like to get some professional shots of your bike/trailer in motion, meet us at the Rock Store around 2 p.m. Of course anybody else in the area that wants to get in on this photo shoot.....see you there! :bananarock:
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Jock keep the photos coming unfortunately I had to cancel my trip to the Redwoods see you next time.
Windjammer
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We had to cancel as well. Looking forward to your pictures. Thanks Jock
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I'm looking forward to following your journey Jock! :bananarock:
If you make it to the Los Angeles area by this Fri. afternoon.........
The Rock Store, 30354 Mulholland Highway, Cornell, Ca.91301 is where all the celebrity motorcyclists hang out on the weekends. http://www.rock-store.com/index.htm
There's also a photographer, Rock Store Photos that's usually up there on Sat. Sun and holidays shooting. http://www.rockstorephotos.com/ I've been in touch with him and he's going to meet us at the Rock Store on Fri. at about 2:00 p.m. If you're in the area and would like to get some professional shots of your bike/trailer in motion, meet us at the Rock Store around 2 p.m. Of course anybody else in the area that wants to get in on this photo shoot.....see you there! :bananarock:
I am currently sitting about 10 mins away from the rockstore. :cool26: :stunned:
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Jock, we will patch you in when you arrive.
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Jock, we will patch you in when you arrive.
Hide the women and children! Jock, the Photographer of Mayhem, is on his way! Plains tornadoes be damned.
No one documents a journey like Jock!!!
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I am currently sitting about 10 mins away from the rockstore. :cool26: :stunned:
Marty, if you're still there sit tight. We bumped up our departure on Fri. We should be there between 1 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. Wait for us! :P
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First State
Georgia
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Second State
Alabama
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I’m diggin’ the state motto too! ;)
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Third State
Mississippi
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By the way, what is America’s Music?
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Fourth State
Tennessee
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For this destination I would be combining business and pleasure! It was time for the pleasure!
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It was early on Beale Street and the crowd had not gathered at this point.
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Beale Street is the home of music, food, fun and shenanigans!
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And as luck would have it, a Miss Bikes on Beale Street, but that is tomorrow night! DAMN!
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After eating suddenly a Car Show appeared out of no where!
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The Gran Tornio Sport….my first car!
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Morning arrived after my quick visit and it was time to scoot! Over the river to…
Fifth State
Arkansas
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Holy Schnikes! The bottom fell out! Rain! Wind! Cold! Interstate! Trucks! Can’t See! Get me the #e!! outta here!
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Sixth State
Oklahoma
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Holy Schnikes Part II! What da……… Finally pulled into an ole gas station and one hour later, cold, soaked and pushed around the road, I went back on it! Gotta make up some time!
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Seventh State
Texas
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You know you are in Texas when you are on I-40 when you see the signs for this place!
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Wanna know “Where’s the beef?” Well here it is!
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I still have the smell of the cattle farm in my nose! It’s a wonder I still eat beef!
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:D
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By the way, what is America’s Music?
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BLUES baby! :bananarock:
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Marty, if you're still there sit tight. We bumped up our departure on Fri. We should be there between 1 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. Wait for us! :P
Perfect timing :2vrolijk_21:
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Eight State
New Mexico
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Land of Enchantment my azz…Land of the Drunks! As stated in previous trips, I have never seen so many DUI signs in my life! HA! ;)
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And I guess after they get caught they are placed in prison, where they escape! ;)
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See what I mean? :nervous: ;)
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Say hello to Chief Firewater! ;)
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Well c#it! I guess so with all of that firewater being drunk!
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Get me the #3ll outta here…. ;)
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Ninth State
Arizona
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Not enough time for… :(
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Besides, if you’ve seen one canyon you have seen them all right? :o
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Took a little trip down Route 66
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Tenth State
California
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Where the #3LL is the Welcome Center and sign? I don’t understand it, they welcome everybody else! WFH! ;) :D
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Well maybe not.... :D
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Where the #3LL is the Welcome Center and sign? I don’t understand it, they welcome everybody else! WFH! ;) :D
We're hanging out for another day so I'll toss out a Welcome to California Jock!
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Where the #3LL is the Welcome Center and sign? I don’t understand it, they welcome everybody else! WFH! ;) :D
It's in Spanish, you missed it
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Land of Enchantment my azz…Land of the Drunks! As stated in previous trips, I have never seen so many DUI signs in my life! HA! ;)
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No doubt alcoholism and drunk driving have been and continues to be a problem for New Mexicans. We have had our share of drunk driver related deaths, some very infamous. This includes the likes of Gordon House. House was convicted in 1995 of four counts of vehicular homicide and other charges for the 1992 Christmas Eve deaths of Melanie Cravens, an Albuquerque woman, and her three young daughters.
The four died when House's car, going east in the westbound lanes of Interstate 40, slammed head-on into a car carrying Cravens and her daughters Kandyce, 9; Erin 8; and Kacee, 5.
House testified he had consumed 7 beers in the hours before the crash but said his disorientation was caused by a migraine headache
However, through a program of continuous awareness and stricter laws, penalties and enforcement, New Mexico works hard to reduce DUI related deaths on our highways. In 2004, New Mexico was the 5th leading state for DUI related deaths per capita. The following information is based on 2012 statistics.
States With the Most Drunk Driving Deaths by Population
Source: 247wallst.com using statistics from 2012
10. Texas
> Drunk driving deaths per 100,000: 5.0
> Total DUI arrests: 85,436 (2nd highest)
> Beer consumption per capita: 34.4 gallons (9th highest)
> Pct. of minors consuming alcohol: 22.4% (14th lowest)
> Pct. of binge drinkers: 18.9% (19th highest)
9. West Virginia
> Drunk driving deaths per 100,000: 5.1
> Total DUI arrests: 5,654 (10th lowest)
> Beer consumption per capita: 30.3 gallons (20th highest)
> Pct. of minors consuming alcohol: 26.9% (15th highest)
> Pct. of binge drinkers: 10.1% (2nd lowest)
8. South Dakota
> Drunk driving deaths per 100,000: 5.3 (tied, 7th highest)
> Total DUI arrests: 5816 (12th lowest)
> Beer consumption per capita: 38.9 gallons (4th highest)
> Pct. of minors consuming alcohol: 26.3% (17th highest)
> Pct. of binge drinkers: 22.1% (6th highest)
7. Alabama
> Drunk driving deaths per 100,000: 5.3 (tied, 7th highest)
> Total DUI arrests: 286 (the lowest)
> Beer consumption per capita: 30.2 gallons (22nd highest)
> Pct. of minors consuming alcohol: 20.4% (5th lowest)
> Pct. of binge drinkers: 13.7% (4th lowest)
6. Oklahoma
> Drunk driving deaths per 100,000: 5.4
> Total DUI arrests: 13,801 (23rd highest)
> Beer consumption per capita: 28.3 gallons (20th lowest)
> Pct. of minors consuming alcohol: 22.3% (13th lowest)
> Pct. of binge drinkers: 16.5% (12th lowest)
5. Mississippi
> Drunk driving deaths per 100,000: 6.0
> Total DUI arrests: 10,221 (22nd lowest)
> Beer consumption per capita: 33.9 gallons (11th highest)
> Pct. of minors consuming alcohol: 22.0% (10th lowest)
> Pct. of binge drinkers total: 14.2% (6th lowest)
4. Wyoming
> Drunk driving deaths per 100,000: 6.9
> Total DUI arrests: 4,147 (7th lowest)
> Beer consumption per capita: 33.0 gallons (15th highest)
> Pct. of minors consuming alcohol: 27.2% (13th highest)
> Pct. of binge drinkers: 18.9% (19th highest)
3. South Carolina
> Drunk driving deaths per 100,000: 7.6
> Total DUI arrests: 17,906 (20th highest)
> Beer consumption per capita: 32.7 gallons (16th highest)
> Pct. of minors consuming alcohol: 22.2% (12th lowest)
> Pct. of binge drinkers: 15.4% (8th lowest)
2. Montana
> Drunk driving deaths per 100,000: 9.0
> Total DUI arrests: 4,418 (9th lowest)
> Beer consumption per capita: 41.0 gallons (3rd highest)
> Pct. of minors consuming alcohol: 29.7% (7th highest)
> Pct. of binge drinkers: 19.2% (17th highest)
1. North Dakota
> Drunk driving deaths per 100,000: 10.3
> Total DUI arrests: 5,730 (11th lowest)
> Beer consumption per capita: 45.8 gallons (the highest)
> Pct. of minors consuming alcohol: 32.8% (3rd highest)
> Pct. of binge drinkers: 23.8% (2nd highest)
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It's in Spanish, you missed it
And that would explain it! I need to learn the new national language at some point I guess. ;)
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We're hanging out for another day so I'll toss out a Welcome to California Jock!
Admit it Mike! You stole the sign! Bet you collect them in the garage. ;)
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Admit it Mike! You stole the sign! Bet you collect them in the garage. ;)
Busted. I'm still trying to figure out how to get it on the plane tomorrow morning....
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Thanks for the updates Jock except for the extra crack part. WOW...by the way do you ever work?
BigLew
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Time to get up and head towards the Rock Store!
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This is the place to be on Mullholland Highway if you ride…
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Lookie Here! It’s Jerry and J. Carolyn all the way from Memphis, TN!
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We should be seeing more of them soon. There off on a month’s journey! Nice!
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They have a nice outdoor patio to eat and drink…
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Just remember…
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Need gas?
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Priced right! ;)
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It would be here that I would be meeting JC, the Snake Charmer!
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Speak of the devil and he will appear…JCZ, Babe and El Diablo! ;) :D
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After some grub and chatting with the locals it was time to Charm the Snake!
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And here it is….
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Mullholland Highway
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And here they come…JCZ and El Diablo
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JCZ posing for the camera or should I say rollin’ for the camera…
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Time to say so long and head down the road…
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Our first stop on the Pacific Highway, Highway One!
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Our prospect El Diablo and his ride…
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Neptune’s Net…nice place for bikers across from the beach!
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Let’s check it out…
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Outdoor dining available…
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El Diablo got caught in the “Net”
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“Rockin’ Down the Highway”
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“Between a Rock and a Hard Place”
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More Pacific Coast Highway, Highway One, tomorrow!
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Our first stop on the Pacific Highway, Highway One!
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You missing something in this pix?
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something on rear tire?
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something on rear tire?
His Bushtec
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His Bushtec
It was at the hotel already. Good eye!
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looks like a frog stuck on his tire . Road kill? :nixweiss:
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After a night in Camarillo, it was time to roll out towards Cold Spring Traven.
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I remembered coming here several times before… :2vrolijk_21:
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They were getting breakfast ready but it was time for us to roll… :2vrolijk_21:
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The next stop would be the Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo which opened in 1958.
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The property is adorned with a pseudo-Swiss-Alps exterior and lavish common rooms accented by pink roses, Western murals, and hammered copper.
Let’s go inside…
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Downstairs is why we stopped here…
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Just to peek at the famous rock waterfall urinal located in the men's restroom…
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And of course to use it too…
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Barroom Lounge
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(https://c6.staticflickr.com/8/7395/26711463613_a6b3c40f30_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GGpew6)
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It’s a rest stop too…
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Aiming to cater to a range of tastes, rooms were given unusual names such as the Yahoo, Love Nest, Old Mill, Kona Rock, Irish Hills, Cloud Nine, Just Heaven, Hearts & Flowers, Rock Bottom, Austrian Suite, Cabin Still, Old World Suite, Caveman Room, Elegance, Daisy Mae, Safari Room, Highway Suite, Jungle Rock, American Home, Bridal Falls and the Carin.
(https://c8.staticflickr.com/8/7505/26711447183_a63fecba48_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GGp9CP)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7234/27284616496_2aeec7bd23_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Hz3MUm)
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I may have to stay here one day….in the 50 Shades of Grey room! ;)
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Time to head to the coast were the fog was still think at times…
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From JCZ the Snake Charmer, to JCZ the Squirrel Whisper!
(https://c5.staticflickr.com/8/7219/26710545004_4cda4baf97_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GGjws1)
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I am thinkin’ that El Diablo is enjoyin’ his trip so far…
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Time for lunch in Big Sur…
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From JCZ the Snake Charmer, to JCZ the Squirrel Whisper!
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They're looking for food. Bunch of beggars. They're worse than the highway off ramp people. 8)
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So JCZ knew a little road for the beaten path near Carmel with a nice view…
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(https://c5.staticflickr.com/8/7457/27220473292_994f5eb29b_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Hto3n3)
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(https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7578/26710903624_abc0cb59cd_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GGmn47)
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A trip down the Pacific Coast Highway is not complete without the Bixby Bridge
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(https://c3.staticflickr.com/8/7455/27043103050_9dfb2ba035_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HcGYnq)
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Let’s check in with El Diablo who is seein’ it for the first time…
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Our tour guide and the prospect…
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The Memorial Day Weekend crowd was too much for a visit to…
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(https://c3.staticflickr.com/4/3857/14314089586_c7ed2ae4f0_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nNTs93)
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I often wonder what this place is used for…
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Time to head out towards the gathering but first…The Golden Gate Bridge Crossing!
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After a quick visit at the bridge, it’s time to roll and have breakfast and another quick gas stop…
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Jon and his daughter came along for the ride…
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A sweet young lady
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We got the signal to roll…
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Saddle up boys, daylight is burin’
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Jon, his daughter and I went for a little preview of…
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Because our host hotel is awaitin’ our arrival…
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There were already some krewe members here…
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The pool is an inviting 83 degrees…
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The hot tub is ready too…
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My room’s view…
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And the Redwood Charter begins...
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Redwood Charter President, JC, holding church...
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Dale and Becky, were found on the Avenue of the Giants, they knew nutin' of the krewe until 30 minutes ago
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Good to see Magoo, one of the enforcers and Victoria again…
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Spokane Charter President Gabe and Becky are back too…
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Pony up and show me the money!
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Jerry is excited to turn over his money too! ;)
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Even the prospect…
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Sargent at Arms, ak, is makin' sure our Canadian friends at buttoned up!
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And our Carmel Charter President and consigliere, Greg, has arrived...
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Tonight we PARTY...Tomorrow...
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It’s Monday morning and everyone survived the party. Time for the morning briefing of today’s events…
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Let’s roll…
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The first stop on today’s run…the Chandelier Drive-Thru Tree
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JC & Babe
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(https://c3.staticflickr.com/8/7682/26757661514_9f78588e7c_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GLu1xC)
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El Diablo
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Dave & Diana
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(https://c8.staticflickr.com/8/7373/27365151375_d8bbd8379c_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HGay7K)
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Gabe
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Dan
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John
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Blair & Chris
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Wayne & Eleanor
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Simon
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Mark & Denise
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James
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Don
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Greg
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Marty
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Mark & Denise found a cozy “little” place to rest
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My man, Big Sexy, takes advantage of it too
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What can he say the devil made him do it…
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Shelter Cove | Watch out for the baby deer!
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So there was plenty of parking available
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Fly into your home…
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Our destination was also the home of a friend of JC’s Tom
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The view from his home
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One of Tom’s toys…he rode cross country on it too!
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And another toy…
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Tom & Sierra the Biker Pup sharing his story
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The krewe was admiring the toys
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Greg showed me a method to fold chaps, Andy showed me his method too! Andy’s finished product! :D
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Seal Rock | Shelter Cove
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Let’s Roll
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The Lighthouse Tour
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Lunch Time!
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Looks like one of the krewe is taking advantage of the local flavor…
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R&R
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Simon was entertaining the dogs
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Dave & Dana are ready to roll
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The Avenue of the Giants
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Landsdale Grove
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The center of this tree is so big you could stand up in it.
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Crazy Big
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Plenty of woods to get lost in here…
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Dave’s Place
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Timber!
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Dana shows us the size of these Giants
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Check this out!
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Let’s roll
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We have arrived
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Immortal Tree
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The Redwood Originals
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How tall is that tree?
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Big Sexy v. Tree…which would win? ;)
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At the Funky Monkey, a local restaurant, the beef is so fresh…
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It was across the street just last night!
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“Eat mor’ chicken please!” ;)
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On Tuesday’s ride we ate in Weaverville…
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Harley Davidson’s Goodwill Ambassador, Greg, invited a young fellow to sit on his bike! He enjoyed it until he was informed it was blue! ;) :D
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Our next stop was some welcomed shade…
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Thanks to….
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Filled with all types of …
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Do you believe in Bigfoot? ???
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Man or Myth?
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Dave & Diana ask the question…”Who is bigger? Bigfoot? Them?”
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Our next stop…
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Redwood Harley Davidson
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Welcome…
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They had several CVOs on the floor…
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Relaxing chairs too…
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The Canadian Border Patrol showed up too
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There was a Bike Show…
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The winner – Danny Boy! He wins the coveted lifetime subscription to his favorite magazine Hog Tales! ;) :D
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Dave & Diana admire Danny’s ride and were awarded Second Place.
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Next stop…
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The Samoa Cookhouse
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Longtime eatery
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Offering down-home, family-style meals
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Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are available
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The krewe is ready…
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Food anyone?
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Pass the bread please…
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Bring on the next course…
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We want food!
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And here is comes…
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In addition there is a lumber museum…
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I am thinkin’ the place was a “hit”!
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Outdoor there was a Maritime Museum too…
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Our next stop in Eureka was near an area with some Victorian Homes…
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The Carson Mansion is a large Victorian house located in Old Town
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Regarded as one of the highest executions of American Queen Anne Style architecture, the house is "considered the most grand Victorian home in America
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It is also the most photographed :D
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Tons of wood meets tons of iron…
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Jimmy
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Don
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Marty
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John
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Dana
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Dave & Diana
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Dave
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Wayne & Eleanor
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Mark & Denise
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Alan
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James
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Blair & Chris
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Dan
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Simon
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Mike
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JC
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The Dirty Dozen
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Hey Jock great pictures, tell the crew hi!
BigLew
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As always Jock...outstanding pics, subject and composition! :2vrolijk_21:
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For this destination I would be combining business and pleasure! It was time for the pleasure!
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Spent a week there one night !
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It's Wednesday so I decided to take CA 1 South towards Fort Bragg
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One of the many experiences I enjoy in CA are the never ending opportunities such as these
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I used to feel the same way Jock. Come on out to stay next time. I thought I sold you on the cove during lunch?
Tom
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I used to feel the same way Jock. Come on out to stay next time. I thought I sold you on the cove during lunch?
Tom
Tempting indeed! Enjoy your trip too! Thanks for the hospitality.
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One of the many bridges
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One of the many views from CA 1 at the North end of the highway
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Sound the fog horn!
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A rocky coast line…
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With some winding roads…
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One of my destinations was…
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Glass Beach in MacKerricher State Park near Fort Bragg…
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Glass Beach
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Glass Beach…
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is abundant in sea glass…
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created from years…
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of dumping garbage…
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into an area of coastline…
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near the northern part…
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of the town.
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The water is clear too
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The cliffs of Fort Bragg
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After traveling past Fort Bragg, I back tracked and returned to CA 20, another twister of an opportunity!
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Which takes me to…
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mmm…found this little gem on CA 101….remember this episode of South Park? ;) :D
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGyKBFCd_u4
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So what is Confusion Hill? :nixweiss:
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Rumor has it that it is where the mountain hippies go to get high! ;) :D
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Oh they were talkin’ about that kind of log! ;) :D
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The Legend of Bigfoot surrounds this place…
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Could this be where LeatherFace from the Texas Chainsaw Massacre lives now? :o
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And of course the funky bird house…
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And this journey would complete my entire traveling on CA 1 which took a number of years…Check that one off the box! :2vrolijk_21:
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What's next on the bucket list Jock? Inquiring minds want to know.
Great pics.....thanks a bunch for taking us along. Kind of feel like I was there! :P
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Thanks Jock wish I could have gone, but there is that work thing.
BigLew
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Thanks man, for taking us with you. Enjoyed your ride :2vrolijk_21:
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Excellent work as always Jock. Thanks for helping preserve the memories.
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Excellent work as always Jock. Thanks for helping preserve the memories.
Usually Jock is preserving the mammary's. ;)
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Thanks Jock. I like that spot with the chainsaw art. We have stopped there a couple of times over the year, some fine work there. :2vrolijk_21:
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Usually Jock is preserving the mammary's. ;)
Roger Lane,...you are killing me!
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I'm still waiting on the pictures from the last day.
Thank you all again for allowing a Japanese/ Russian rider into the group.- And yes, I did hear what JC had to say about there only being a one year window of non CVO ridership. :-X Help me talk him into selling me his beautiful bike. :2vrolijk_21:
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I'm still waiting on the pictures from the last day.
... And yes, I did hear what JC had to say about there only being a one year window of non CVO ridership. :-X Help me talk him into selling me his beautiful bike. :2vrolijk_21:
JC was kidding. :coolblue: It's actually 90 days. :huepfenlol2:
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I'm still waiting on the pictures from the last day.
Thank you all again for allowing a Japanese/ Russian rider into the group.- And yes, I did hear what JC had to say about there only being a one year window of non CVO ridership. :-X Help me talk him into selling me his beautiful bike. :2vrolijk_21:
That must be a JC rule not a CVOHarley rule and probably only for GTG s he hosts. :P
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That must be a JC rule not a CVOHarley rule and probably only for GTG s he hosts. :P
Keep coming back Simon, more will be revealed! :huepfenlol2: Faded memories so I don't remember who it was that first came up with that but I believe it was long before you got here. Jonga can tell you all about it. :P
And, for the record, I believe Greg just shortened it to 90 days. :bananarock:
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A little history for you Simon. I believe when it was started, that it was meant as a joke (at least that's how I took it)....somebody (wasn't me, I just repeated it) said that if you don't have a CVO you can attend our GTGs and rides for a year but that when photos are being taken.....you have to move your bike down the street.
There are still a lot of members on this forum that were here back then. Somebody reminded me of that and I reminded the group. Again, I believe it was just a joke and I believe (I HOPE!) that everybody on a non CVO took it that way. I think it's one of those things....you had to be there. :2vrolijk_21:
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I don't think that's the way it works, at least on the East Coast or east of the Rocky Mountains. In Fact you can host a GTG or 4 without owning a CVO. Don't ask me how I know that. :2vrolijk_21:
Mike
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Yep, lots of members are HD non-CVO models. I know it's a joke as we have encouraged new membership from all sorts of non-CVO scum :D
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OK.....maybe we need to cut it down to 30 days! :huepfenlol2:
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Yep, lots of members are HD non-CVO models. I know it's a joke as we have encouraged new membership from all sorts of non-CVO scum :D
And then there are the members who HAD a CVO, but the 110 engines kept grenading on them, so they "graduated" to a BMW,......LOL!
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It’s Thursday and our final day together. It would be a short day of riding and our destination was Trinidad! A sleepy little town on the coast.
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Of course all of that can change when these iron horses roll into town…
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Our stop would be at the Memorial Lighthouse
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The fog was thick on the coastline this morning…
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Are those steps I see? Where do they take us?
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Let’s see…
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And of course to the shoreline…
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Babe was kind enough to be my muse for this photograph.
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Now while the view was nice, it came with a cost! Plenty of steps to climb down AND UP! :o
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But that did not deter the prospect, Mike, from the adventure.
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Now for Mr. Fitness this is no feat at all! :)
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Anything worth doing requires effort and this one was worth it
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Marty enjoys the view from the peak
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As does Alan
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And Don…Smart Men!
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This guy is all smiles! :2vrolijk_21:
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Ask not that whom the bell tolls…
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A nice little visit to an All-American town
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After that a few of us rode north to Redwood National Park
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We visited Lady Bird Johnson Grove
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And made our way over to the trail which took us over the road
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Got Guides? ;)
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It’s a nature trail that is ~ 1.5 miles long
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Greg found a single bedroom treehouse for rent but decided he did not need all of that space… ;) :D
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Alan and Greg are relaxing on one of the giant redwoods while Greg responds to one of the ladies in his harem… :2vrolijk_21:
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“Now if I can just lean on this tree I will be alright!”
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Alan, John and Greg are discussing the trails and the history of the park…
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It was time to leave the park but on the way back to the hotel Mark took us by the Elks Club! ;D
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These animals did not seem disturbed by our presence nor our bikes…
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They were enjoyed the trailer park as much as the humans…relaxing! :)
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Time to roll and say good-bye
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Meanwhile back at base camp, Jimmy and Alan are enjoying a tour of the Ural from Tom :2vrolijk_21:
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Jimmy is takin’ it all in…
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The excitement builds!
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And off they go! No riding bitc# here! ;) :D
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It was time to get ready for our final night in Ferndale, CA!
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It’s Thursday night and some bikers roll into town…
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They are loud and riding hard… ;) :D
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And they are bringing all of this tomfoolery… ;) :D
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To our respectful little paradise…
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Filled with Bed & Breakfast locations to relax… :)
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Quint little homes... :)
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And Victorian home styles…
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But don’t be fooled! Not everyone lives in a glass house here!
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Even the businesses have a feel to them….
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With our grand entrance placed behind us and the town welcoming us with open arms, it was time to enjoy the final evening…
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At the Victorian Inn (http://victorianvillageinn.com/) in Ferndale, CA…
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The Victorian Inn has a nice atmosphere to enjoy some adult beverages and relax… :)
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And of course you will be well served by their ladies…
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The fun continued…
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New friendships were being made…
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J. Carolyn and Jimmy were solving the problems in the world…
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There were old posters of concerts posted in the bathroom hallway…Remember the Wipe Out drum solo!
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Our ships would be sailing tomorrow morning… :(
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Plenty of vintage furniture and atmosphere…
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And they were ready for us…
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The Redwood Originals minus a few early departures…
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After dinner JC took a moment to share some comments regarding the gathering…
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Blair was asked to share the history of the gatherings…
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The Redwood Originals were takin’ the final night in…
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Marty accepted the Travelin’ Vest on behalf of the West Coast…Thanks Marty.
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Greg conducted the infamous T-Shirt swap!
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Which Gabe started at the Spokane Gathering
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Andy was enjoyin’ the experience
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John maybe a Goldwing owner but he has a silent hankerin’ for H-D T-Shirts! ;) :D
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I do believe Blair got his own dealer’s T-Shirt
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And yours truly picked a perfect one donated by Steve
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The night would wrap up at the Victorian Inn with a gift presented to JC from some of The Redwood Originals in appreciation for all of the time, energy and effort placed into this gathering.
Thanks again JC.
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Our host hotel would be sending us off and in appreciation for our stay at their property. If you are ever in the area and in need of housing I would recommend this hotel. A nice property with large rooms, well maintained and a friendly staff.
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It’s Friday morning and it’s time to depart Fortuna, CA, home of the Redwood Originals! I would be sad to leave but am proud to say I am a Redwood Original and look forward to comin’ back again!
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So as I say good-bye to the Redwood Highway…
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the giant redwoods…
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with their twisty roads…
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and cool shade…. :)
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Where would I go?
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Where would I go?
With us to Cody and Yellowstone,... next year?
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Another great ride report Jock. Thanks so much for your time, energy and photography skills! :2vrolijk_21:
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excellent road trip pictures Jock. :2vrolijk_21:
I’m sure you had to be there to appreciate all the wonders involved.
Carry On
TN
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Enjoyed the trip with you. As always, great pictures and commentary...made me feel like I was right there with you'uns.
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Enjoyed the trip with you. As always, great pictures and commentary...made me feel like I was right there with you'uns.
Yankee Translation: you'uns = you'se
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Yankee Translation: you'uns = you'se
:huepfenlol2: :2vrolijk_21:
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Great shots, Jock! Always great to see you. :2vrolijk_21:
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Where would I go?
With us to Cody and Yellowstone,... next year?
It's a plan....
For now the journey continues...
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To the next chapter of my journey – Sacramento. Home of the “other” Golden Gate Bridge!
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Here I would begin the next adventure on the way to the East Coast.
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Mariposa would be my next stop…
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A visit to St. Joseph’s Cemetery…
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Words to live by…
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Interesting Memorials
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In front the church…
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St. Joseph’s Catholic Church – Built in 1862.
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A nice little place to worship…
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And the new 11th Commandment ;)
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And for dinner…a local favorite
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I am diggin’ the pre-certification process here… :2vrolijk_21:
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In the morning…
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My old stompin grounds. Man, I sure miss the rides the mountains just outside of Sacramento and that area has to offer but I sure don't miss the heat that's going on in Sacramento right now. :nervous:
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Time for another visit to Yosemite National Park
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Placing civilization behind me….
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Welcome to the park…
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Ice cold water surrounds you…
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White water raft this… ???
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Waterfalls everywhere…
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The hotel is the same but the name has changed to protect the innocent ;)
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I’m on fire! ;)
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The meadow was green with whisky clouds…
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Who says we need water?
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Lower Yosemite Falls…
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Only in Yosemite will you find a tree growing in a rock…
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Tunnel View…Awesome!
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Glacier Point….Fabulous!
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El Capitan
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After leaving Yosemite it was time to go over Tioga Pass Rd.
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Plenty of snow still available
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Ice fishing? ;)
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Witnessed a poor guy getting’ a ticket for fishin’
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Plenty of tour groups on the road….English please!
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But for now it was time to head to Bishop, CA!
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Decision Time! The projected heat was to be in the 100’s! Death Valley was considered. Estimated temps could be 117 mid-day!
The answer? An early wake-up and make the journey through Death Valley! Go on the bike at 62 degrees! Arrived at Death Valley entrance with 93 degrees at 8am.
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By the time I got to my first stop it was 100 degrees…
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The Highway to Hell! 109 degrees
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Furnace Creek is a cool 113 degrees!
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“If you're goin' through hell keep on going
Don't slow down if you're scared don't show it
You might get out before the devil even knows you're there”
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But where too?
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Yep! Viva Las Vegas Baby! :)
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Home of Hot Babes!
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Flexible Women! :huepfenjump3:
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And night life!
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But don’t forget! What happens in Vegas, Stays in Vegas!
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Time to head to the pool! See ya! :coolblue:
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11th State
Nevada
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My next stop would be a hop skip and a jump from Las Vegas – Zion National Park
12th State
Utah
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During most of the year you must park and ride the bus to visit the interior of the park
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Marty – This flag is for you – Happy Birthday!
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Everywhere you turn…
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The color will change depending upon the light…
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What do you see?
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Let’s take the Riverside Walk
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The temps can change swiftly here
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Along with the view…
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The walk to the Narrows…
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“Between a rock and a hard place!” :D
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Ding, Ding – Next Stop…
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The Cathedral
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“Don’t let the sun go down on me”
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See what I mean regarding the light…
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The Lodge
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My Lodge and the view from my hotel window
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My Lodge outdoor surroundings
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After a wonderful visit, a great meal with an excellent view, a good night sleep, it was time to hit the trail through the park…
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The line for the tunnel was forming…
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Time to head to the next stop…
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Bryce Canyon National Park
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Rainbow Point
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Black Birch Canyon
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Natural Bridge
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Inspiration Point – The Mack Daddy!
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Inspiration Point consists of three levels that provide varied spectacular perspectives of the main amphitheater. You cannot help but be inspired considering the intricacies of the hoodoos! Not to mention the hairdos too! ;) :D
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After leaving Bryce Canyon National Park my travels would take me down Highway 12 through Escalante and more Dixie National Forest.
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Here the weather and terrain begin to change. Had to stop and put on the leathers.
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The rain was starting to come in ever so slightly…
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Larb Hollow Overlook
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After a turn onto Highway 24, I came upon Capitol Reef National Park
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Still trying to outrun the precipitation…Here the leathers would come off again.
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My day would conclude in Moab were I would begin my day in…
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Even at 8am the line to enter into the park is forming… :'(
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Welcome to the Park Avenue Trail. A moderate hike along the canyon floor with some close up looks of fins, rocks and monoliths.
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On the other side of the trail we will find some snowcapped mountains still in view through the haze.
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In a distance you can see Delicate Arch. Two trails are available to hike to the arch. The top of this arch is five foot thick.
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Devils Garden is available by walking down this trail.
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If you plan to walk to Devils Garden be prepared. It is over 11 miles round trip but along the way you will find…
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One of the many arches on this path is Landscape Arch.
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Next to it is a baby arch… ;)
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And through the “crack” we see the snowcapped mountains again…
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The skyline arch
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Chance of rain – 0%, Chance of blistering sun – 110% ;) :D
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When I first entered the trail this was a place of shade with many travelers in it. Now….well…
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Time to head back to another view point, the over 11 miles would have to be for another day…
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There are plenty of others…
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Balanced Rock
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Off in a distance you can find a stick man of a figure on top of a rock formation! King for a Day! ;)
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The Windows – a moderate hike up a one mile trail to a wonderful arch.
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There are several arches on this trail
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Once at the top you can see for miles…
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Never ending :o ;) :)
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But my visit had to as it was time for me to head to my next stop taking Highway 128 to it…
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Thanks for the pictures Jock. How was all the walking at altitude? It would be rough on this fat boy!
BigLew
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Thanks for the pictures Jock. How was all the walking at altitude? It would be rough on this fat boy!
BigLew
Jock is a fine specimen of physically fit! :P
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Fantastic thanks for sharing :)
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13th State
Colorado
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To some cooler temperate in Vail…
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My residence for the evening…
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The view from the front of the hotel…
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My room’s view.
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I was right at the base of the slope…
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Let’s walk over the bridge to the village…
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When I think of Vail I think of skiing…
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And I wasn’t thinkin’ of this type either… ;) :D
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The ski patrol is frozen for the season…
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And so was I…
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The village is still asleep…
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But the water is alive…
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Perhaps this is the eye-opener of the day… ;)
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The GoPro Mountain Games are in town!
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With feats such as these…
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Walking across is one matter but…
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Water fun abound…
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Look mom, No safety harness…
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This is not a man only sport…
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Try flipping and landing on a wire!
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Cornhole with a twist
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Vail is a lovely place no matter the time of year…
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No to mention where else can you get a “kiss ass hat”?
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mmmm…think I would keep junior out of this one. :'(
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The vendors for the games were beginning to set up…
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I had my own GoPro Games….Bear Raslin’ ;) :D
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Head Buttin’ ;) :D
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Butt I was given the “boot” and told to hit the trail…
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So I “hopped” on my steel horse and rode out of town…
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Fourteenth State
Kansas
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Since I did not have the time to visit the state treasure – The Big Ball of Twine, I instead enjoyed the rain and heavy winds of I-70! Nothing like pushing a bike to the right to prevent from being blown to the left! :'(
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15th State
Missouri
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My next stop would be in St. Louis. Home of the St. Louis Cardinals and the Gateway Arch!
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Not to mention some…
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One of the main purposes of my visit was…
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While the Cardinals where not in town tonight, the moon that had been following me during my entire journey was… :)
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Of course you can always take a cruise down the mighty Mississippi...
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Or ride in a…
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But the key purpose of my visit was to get up to the top at night…been there several times during the day but not at night…construction was occurring at the park
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The skyline through the arch at nite…
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The moon was still following me… :)
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But I was too late! DAMN! I let the time go by too fast and was two minutes late to buy a ticket!
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Oh well…a reason to stop here next time too! That moon is still following me… :)
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16th State
Illinois
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17th State
Kentucky
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18th State
Tenneesse
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Here I was spend the final night in Music City – Nashville
It’s Sunday morning and time for my final leg on the trip back to Georgia. It has been 20 days on the road and by the time I get back ~ 8,000 miles of bliss! What a wonderful opportunity I have had and thank you to all that I encountered along the way.
These events have become a special part of my life and the friends I have made are priceless. Each one of you have a special place in my heart and soul and I appreciate all you do to make it special.
I can’t wait to start a ticker for the potential of an upcoming Yellowstone Gathering next year! What an awesome place, members and world we have it.
Thanks for taking the journey with me! Until the next one – Enjoy the Ride!
Proud to be a Redwood Original
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Jock thanks for taking us along w/you on your journey... the way you share and present your travels are above and beyond... you should really consider being a tour guide as a second (primary) occupation as you can definitely compete (do better than those you met on the road)...
Plenty of tour groups on the road….English please!
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Thanks... much L&R (and appreciation)!!!
:pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
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Great to see you up in NorCal and thanks for taking us along on the rest of your ride.
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Thanks again Jock. Glad we were able to share a few hundred miles of that journey with you. :2vrolijk_21:
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Thanks for taking us along on your amazing journey, Jock! We must have missed you in Memphis / Beal St by a couple hours. Until next time...