Topic: Phoenix, Az (Read 3914 times)

magnoliarunner · « **on:** February 16, 2006, 09:58:12 PM »

To All,

Any good scenic rides around Phoenix or surrounding areas?
Going in March. Staying for 3 days.
How about roads to Grand Canyon, Utah, Las Vegas, etc...
What do ya'll recommend?

Thanks,
magnoliarunner

SPIDERMAN · « **Reply #1 on:** February 16, 2006, 10:26:03 PM »

Flagstaff AZ is the closest town to the Grand Canyon. About 35 miles from the rim road. Phoenix is a big city in the desert. IMHO there's not a lot to recommend. Tuscon to the southeast is a better city and 45 miles from Tuscon is Tombstone which is cool (OK Coral, Boot Hill and all that) Nogales Mexico is another 40 or 50 miles south of Tombstone if you've never been to Mexico. Don't know where you're coming from, but I'd spend a night in Tombstone, head down to Nogales for a day the next day. Spend that night in Tuscon ride over to Flagstaff, do the GC and environs the next day and then head on to Vegas. If I have to tell you what to do and see in Vegas you need more help than I can offer.

Big B

SPIDERMAN · « **Reply #2 on:** February 16, 2006, 10:31:00 PM »

PS past Vegas is Moab National Park Utah and the arches which are something to see That's about a good 5 hours or so out of Vegas Also you've got Hoover Dam 45 miles outside of Vegas Take an Atlas and draw lines through the places I mentioned and see what you come up with for a route. If you've never seen the Southwest and are coming from the east you should also go through Alberquerqe (did I eff that up on sp?) New Mexico

Hey Nait can we get spell check added to this site (nah that would take all the fun out of it wouldn't it)

RJ749 · « **Reply #3 on:** February 17, 2006, 12:01:45 AM »

Yup, ef'd up. Albuquerque if it matters.

Hacienda in Scottsdale has dinner rides on Friday nights and they have an overnight ride to Tucson on the 11th.

Not sure when you are there.

SPIDERMAN · « **Reply #4 on:** February 17, 2006, 10:02:05 PM »

hey rjob
Isn't there some kind of tram up some mountain in Alberquerque ? What's the deal with that?

RJ749 · « **Reply #5 on:** February 17, 2006, 11:02:50 PM »

Sandia Peak Tramway, nice restaurant up there too or a more casual place for lunch.

http://www.sandiapeak.com/

There is also a new Casino and Resort out on the east side of town that would make a good stop for the night.

http://www.sandiacasino.com/cgi-bin/output.pl?nf=2

SEvet · « **Reply #6 on:** February 20, 2006, 02:20:51 PM »

Check out Cyclerides.com. They list day rides out of Phoenix.
Try Hwy. 60 East up to Show Low and back on 260 thru Payson.
Make sure you dress in layers... it'll be cold in the higher elevations.

The Bolvine Gigolo! · « **Reply #7 on:** March 02, 2006, 09:52:51 PM »

Hey! all the rides that have been suggested are great but if you decide to go to the grand Canyon, you need to ride thru Sedona, it's just off Hwy 17 south of Flagstaff. In my opinion it's got to be the prettiest place I've ever seen. [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]

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The Mysterious Q! · « **Reply #8 on:** March 03, 2006, 10:13:33 AM »

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hey rjob
Isn't there some kind of tram up some mountain in [highlight]Alberquerque [/highlight]? What's the deal with that?

You asked for the proper spelling and right above your post is the proper spelling and you spelled it wrong again.You big dummy [smiley=huepfenlol2.gif]And there endeth the lesson.Later,Q

Twolanerider · « **Reply #9 on:** March 03, 2006, 11:26:30 AM »

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You asked for the proper spelling and right above your post is the proper spelling and you spelled it wrong again.You big dummy [smiley=huepfenlol2.gif]And there endeth the lesson.Later,Q

Fine (paper plate) dining, proper etiquette and now spelling too. Martha is on the job [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif] [smiley=drink.gif] [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif] .

By the way Spider it's spelled Albaker.... no... Alberquer..... wait.... Al.... ah, to hell with it.

The Mysterious Q! · « **Reply #10 on:** March 03, 2006, 11:43:27 AM »

Hey TwoLane,Somebody has to police this board.Call me the etiquette moderator.Just had to call out my boy Spidey.All in good fun,next lesson is on proper punctuation.Later,MarthQ Stewart

Twolanerider · « **Reply #11 on:** March 03, 2006, 11:47:07 AM »

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Hey TwoLane,Somebody has to police this board.Call me the etiquette moderator.Just had to call out my boy Spidey.All in good fun,next lesson is on proper punctuation.Later,MarthQ Stewart

Outstanding !! Not everyone is willing stand up and meet the harsh responsibilities of etiquette moderator-hood-ness. By the way, watch the mail. The crown and sceptre should be showing up any day

The Mysterious Q! · « **Reply #12 on:** March 03, 2006, 11:52:23 AM »

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Outstanding !!

naitram · « **Reply #13 on:** March 03, 2006, 12:01:49 PM »

you 2 are startin to worry me

RJ749 · « **Reply #14 on:** March 03, 2006, 12:23:15 PM »

It is amazing how quickly a thread can turn south.

JCZ · « **Reply #15 on:** March 03, 2006, 02:23:03 PM »

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Hey!

rasmusmi · « **Reply #16 on:** March 03, 2006, 04:07:56 PM »

Sedona is awesome, but closer to Phoenix is the ride out east to Tortilla Flats - lots of 90's and some 180 degree twists and turns, AND they have a pretty decent breakfast and lunch menu waiting for you too. The store itself is almost like walking through an AZ museum, and dollar bills are stapled everywhere on the walls - very cool! - all paved roads too.

Also, check this website: http://www.cyclerides.com/
Barry Carraway has ridden every road in AZ and hasw lots of good tips for enjoying this great state on a bike. Ride safe and enjoy! [smiley=banana.gif]

greglyon · « **Reply #17 on:** March 03, 2006, 06:38:48 PM »

Go to www.cyclerides.com He has day rides from Phoenix. All the ones mentioned in this thread plus maps and mileage. My favorites are:
1. tortilla flats
2. Yarnell Hill
3. Jerome
4. Sedona
5. Oak Creek Canyon
6. Highway 64 through the Grand Canyon from South entrance and out the East entrance
This should be a good start
Enjoy

reo · « **Reply #18 on:** March 04, 2006, 09:11:14 AM »

Hey IROAR, or anyone else with info on the area.

What would be your opinion of good area's to look at for a posible relocation? In these area's what kind of money are the houses going for, and Could you descrbibe the area.

greglyon · « **Reply #19 on:** March 04, 2006, 10:11:14 AM »

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Hey IROAR, or anyone else with info on the area.

What would be your opinion of good area's to look at for a posible relocation? In these area's what kind of money are the houses going for, and Could you descrbibe the area.

Your timing is not great. There was an article in the local paper that said the Phoenix housing market appreciated higher than any other in the country over the last 12 months. Recently, things have cooled down with houses taking longer to sell and the number of listings dramatically increasing. Most people looking at a starter house are moving to the outskirts where land is more affordable. These areas include Anthem, Avondale, and East Mesa/Apache Junction. A lot depends on your budget. Expect to pay minimum 250k-350k in the outskirts. If you like Scottsdale, 450k+ If you have more questions feel free to pm me.

RJ749 · « **Reply #20 on:** March 04, 2006, 11:40:28 AM »

Bad break, farther out means more seat time on the way into town [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]

reo · « **Reply #21 on:** March 09, 2006, 11:28:49 PM »

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Your timing is not great.

JCZ · « **Reply #22 on:** March 10, 2006, 06:41:28 PM »

With more houses on the market, it'll quickly become a buyers market.

Iroar.......what kind of home does that 450k get you? What size home, what size lot?

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