Patallaire Posted July 30, 2002 Posted July 30, 2002 As a "New" Long rider this is what I observed on my journey, feel free to add stuff to it: -Truckers are friendly toward Bikers -There is no way around the Rt.80 Chicago/Indiana border short of being there at 4:30 in A.M.. This section of the country needs 20 lanes. -People in IoWa are far to obsessed with the distance to Des-Moines, they post it every 4 miles. It takes forever to get there as a result of this. -Plymouth Vayagers and Dodge Caravans create the worst turbulance, try to get around them quickly. -Don't flip someone the bird on the Turnpike, you may need to stop for gas at the same time, it can be akward! -Sunsets in Nebraska are beautiful. -IoWa has the nicest smell. -A large piece of Farm equipment for sale at a dealer looks like a gnat on an elephant when it is sitting in the middle of a field in South Dakota. -There is a lot of land in this country. -The Corn Palace is a must see in South Dakota. -Wall Drugs owners were geniuses for free Ice Water, anyone who has ridden through the Badlands at 3:30 in the afternoon knows why. -Wyoming has a lot of ranches that are huge and beautiful -Colorado should be rated "x" fpr its scenic beauty and optical orgasms every place you looked. -It should also be rated "x" for its liberalism on the road markings and for its official BMW speed limit of 80+ MPH, or was that just for Hooners? -Great bikes make for confident riders! -Harley riders shouldn't try to drag race 7 of us when we are already at our official speed limit and coming into a 45 MPH corner. -Gold wing riders shouldn't either but they can make it challenging. -Packing is an art form, I bring too much stuff. -Tom Roe is the tool God and the Tank bag guru, among other things. -There was a lot of planning for an un-ralley! -If you think HaNNaBone sings well you should hear him play the Grand Piano! -Moose should be Buttercup! It fits better! -Kanas is flat, flat, hot and fast. Rocket Joe made it fly! -There are great people in our group! -It is hard to get back to reality. -Toll boothes are a pain. -There are great breakfasts out there, aside from Donuts. -Valentines are a must! -America has a lot to offer. -Mount Rushmore was the work of an American Michaelangelo and yet 95% of our citizens can't tell you his name! -"Gift Shops" offer the same stuff, just different places. -Big Mak is! -Helen Two-wheels is a character, great product and she lives her system. -Air Rider is an honarary Hells Angel and will design a wind screen accordingly. -Mennonites dress well. I think I will stop here for a breather you all carry this on!
Kris Posted July 30, 2002 Posted July 30, 2002 In reply to: -Plymouth Vayagers and Dodge Caravans create the worst turbulance, try to get around them quickly. You obviously haven't ridden behind Wurty... them minivans have nuthin on his wake turbulence!! kris
Airtire Posted July 30, 2002 Posted July 30, 2002 In reply to: Mennonites dress well.... Especially with a wad of BMW RT cash in their pocket. Don't flip someone the bird on the Turnpike..... Yeah, or when you pass them on the right either. In reply to: The Corn Palace is a must see in South Dakota.... Really, Wurty wanted to show me his feet. In reply to: Tom Roe is the tool God and the Tank bag guru..... He is also the "Fuel Miester" LA-NY on a tank And Pat Allaire....the boy can get to some Peg Scrapin in a hurry. God give Pat some twisties, he is deserving. All I can say is....DON'T MAKE ME RIDE BACK EAST to have this kind of fun again.
David Posted July 30, 2002 Posted July 30, 2002 Great stuff, man. You definitely have a flair for observation and writing.
Rojen Posted July 30, 2002 Posted July 30, 2002 Just one to add. No matter how much sunblock/chapstick you use, windburn will still swell your lips.
ChrisNYC Posted July 30, 2002 Posted July 30, 2002 -Gotta agree with Pat on the truckers. Generally pretty good folks. It's their rigs and cargoes that can make trouble. -The NICEST people I met (going through 21 states) were in Oregon. Everywhere I stopped in Oregon, they were just so darned nice. Almost made me suspicious -I like a nap sometime between 1-3pm. -It can be hard eating healthy when riding cross-country. All food served in restaurants between PA and WY are required by law to have a thick protective covering of melted cheese on top. And every baked potato shall be served with a blob of butter the size of a small child's head. -The first music tape player was invented by someone who had to ride across Nebraska. -No matter where you go, it's possible to feel like an outsider, but in Spokane WA they will look at you like you really ARE an outsider. -Rawlins WY is a hard place to get a decent meal. Iowa City IA is a GREAT place to stock up on food, provisions, parts, nap in the public park. -Jamestown ND is "The Pride of the Prarie". And don't you forget it! -There's no place like home. ------------------ Chris (aka Tender Vittles), Little '77 KZ400 in the Big Apple Black '99 RT for Everywhere Else, such as...color=green>
snod Posted July 30, 2002 Posted July 30, 2002 Pat I wish I would of had your view of the HD! I was pretty busy myself. It was either down shift or lower the windshield, I lowered the shield. Down shifting would have been showing weakness. Does this make me a hoon? What out for those Iowans, they will get you in trouble every time! That Monday ride was great, glad I got to go along!!
PhillyFlash Posted July 30, 2002 Posted July 30, 2002 - No matter where you stop for gas, there's always someone there who USE to ride a motorcycle. - It's amazing how good cool water can taste while riding on a HOT day. - When you stop somewhere on a 110 degree day, wearing a full face helmet and full riding suit, someone will always ask "Aren't you hot wearing that?" (no, I just plug in the portable air conditioner down here and turn it on. Down right chilly today.) - It's more fun to ride with a friend; but you're often friendlier when you ride alone. - Little kids in cars love to wave to motorcyclists. Their parents don't. - People riding in the back of pickup trucks look like they wish they weren't. - The eastern third of Colorado should be a part of Nebraska. It all looks the same. - 11,000 foot mountaintops will take your breath away. - In July, I'd rather be in Colorado than in Arizona.
Patallaire Posted July 30, 2002 Author Posted July 30, 2002 Continuing: -MP3 players make the hours and miles disappear. -There is no clothing that works when it gets to 100 degrees. -When you make a decision on rain gear, stick to it. -Golden sunrises at the top of Monarch pass at 6A.M. make you realize what mjaestic beauty is all about. -There are blond creatures all through Kansas -Hail/sleet hurts when it hits your jacket and neck. -Corn-fed takes on new meaning in the great state of IoWa. -All of our bikes took about the same amount of gas at the fill-ups, facinating. -Custer park has a lot of wild, large animals. Buffalo's are huge when they are right next to you and your bike. -Dead bugs are everywhere. -The speed limit in Colorado was code for which gear to downshift to before the corner. -Joe Cocker was not at his place, but free bandanas were. -The Steurgis contingency was on the road as I returned, they don't look as happy on their steeds. -The smells just before a rain storm are beautiful on a bike. They are better when the rain misses you. -Rocket Joe knows how to move through traffic.
USAF1 Posted July 30, 2002 Posted July 30, 2002 Additional thoughts..... -After 2 hours of riding into a 55mph crosswind, your right nostril will glue itself shut! -Young folks, in Acura's, Hyundi's and Lexus's DO NOT know the first thing about the 2 second rule! -If you smell a lingering, bitter odor when camping.....leave...it's probably Malathyon (sp?) -A sauntering Black Angus at 8,200 feet, at the apex of your corner is not something you need to see at 60 mph! -There's nothing in the world like walking into your mothers retirement community dining hall, during dinner, in all your motorcycle gear, with a peeling sun-burnt nose, and watching your mom's face light up!! -Do Not expect to be able to pitch a TENT in the campground outside that big Casino just south of Pendleton, Oregon. Grass is for 5th wheelers - Winnebagoers and other folks who like to sleep indoors. The rest of us get dirt! -Never, Ever, take ANY road labeled "WEST" out of the Grand Coulee Dam area, unless you know someone that lives out in the middle of absolutely nowhere. -Underwear takes up to 1/2 a cubic foot when packing for a week.....leave'em at home! -Always put your hand THRU the handstrap on your digital camera while taking pictures from a moving motorcycle! -Never put your video camera on top your tankbag while digging around in your saddlebags! -When ordering baked potato, after discussing the days special with the waitress, make sure she understands you ONLY want the baked potato! -Do not try to cram more than 87 of those small marshmallows in your mouth, unless someone with an industrial vacuum cleaner is standing next to you! -Do not try to squirt water, from one of those clear blue plastic water bottles, down the back of your jacket by raising your arm over your head at 85 mph! -Most importantly, don't look behind you after the wind rips the bottle from your fingers, like you were a baby. -Always, always wave at EVERY Law Enforcement Officer! -Steer clear of the cattle feeding stations, in Idaho, in the early morning and late afternoon hours. The hordes of flying creatures like to have their conventions during those hours. You never know what they've been eating on... (well, I do)...... Pat
bigmak Posted August 1, 2002 Posted August 1, 2002 Good one Pat ........ Underwear takes up to 1/2 a cubic foot when packing for a week.....leave'em at home! ............. Maybe you did get my socks???
USAF1 Posted August 2, 2002 Posted August 2, 2002 BigMac You need to check mile marker 273 on hwy 15 coming out of Jellystone.....................
murrayg Posted August 3, 2002 Posted August 3, 2002 Pat: That was fun. A great thread. How about, when riding alone the sight of another mc will perk you up. Certain species of birds like to play dodge the motorcycle and at 90 mph occasionally one won't get out of the way in time. You find yourself riding in temperatures you would never ride in your cage without AC or Heat. changing riding gear on the side of the road can be a hazzard as cagers are trying to figgure out why you're standing on the side of the road in shorts, boots and a tee shirt.
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