Call me Easy Rider

cactusjack · 08-28-2009, 02:21 PM

I have been tossing an idea around in my head. An "Easy Rider"-like trip. Take a week off from work, load up the bike and go. No particular destination, just travel wherever I feel like. Find a motel when I get tired, stop and eat when I'm hungry.

If I want to do it this year, I'd better get going, otherwise I'll have to stick to the southern coast.

Just an idea at this point, but I'm close to actually doing it.

waterman · 08-28-2009, 02:56 PM

Scott,

I have had that same thought before. Someday.

audiogooroo · 08-28-2009, 09:03 PM

Hmmmmmm......wheels are turning.....

**Top Cat** · 08-28-2009, 09:05 PM

Hey you only live once CJ, err, I mean Easy Rider.
Go for it. You never know what next year wil bring.

ells · 08-28-2009, 10:01 PM

Similar thoughts here, just doesn't seem to happen, not a good sign. Did do it a couple times many years ago with a small plane, great adventures to be had in either case. Be free young man! Probably don't want to do it with more than one, if that, riding companion, just not the same freedom.

psychocycle · 08-29-2009, 12:28 AM

An Easy-Rider Trip - Just keep an eye out for geezers in pickups with shotguns.

djh · 08-29-2009, 10:47 AM

Do It ! Sometimes the best destinations to go are not written in stone. There is always a certain amount of planning but plans can be just suggestions only . Have a great and safe journey wherever it takes you. DJ

chainsaw · 08-29-2009, 02:03 PM

When do you want to leave?

cactusjack · 08-29-2009, 04:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by "CHAINSAW"

When do you want to leave?

At this point, I've only progressed from the "thinking about it" to the "thinking out loud" stage. If it is to happen this year, probably October.

ells · 08-29-2009, 09:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cactusjack

Quote:

Originally Posted by "CHAINSAW"

When do you want to leave?

At this point, I've only progressed from the "thinking about it" to the "thinking out loud" stage. If it is to happen this year, probably October.

Head to the east, stay on the south side, or not.

MarkG · 08-29-2009, 09:29 PM

CJ, a lot of people kid me about my 250 mile or less days, there is a method to my madness. When I see a sign or something of interest I can take the time to go see it. You would be surprised how many days run out to 300 or 400 miles with the extra unplanned side trips. Something that just isn't possible if you actually try and cover 400 to 500 miles a day like many riders.

Typical example: Holbrook to Cortez is only around 270 miles. It took me 380 miles to get there with the side trip through Canyon de Chelly and a couple of other areas. I didn't plan the side trips, I just looked for something interesting to do along the route. Even went to a quilt show one year because I needed a break and it was something totally different.

Pick a direction and stop at the tourist information areas for suggestions Try and talk to the old grandmother type volunteers, they seem to come up with things to see that the younger crowd doesn't think to suggest.

Always try and pick something that is not in your normal pattern. Could be a thrashing bee, maybe a square dance festival, it might be something as simple as stopping to watch a parade. Spent six hours going to the Space Museum in Alamogordo, NM a few years ago. You need an excuse for a break and if you haven't planned for a long day there is plenty of time to relax. A good reason to keep the speed down so there is time to read the signs.

One thing I have found travelling this way. The idea that it will be just a short stop doesn't exist. It is real easy to spend a couple of hours or lose a half day when you don't have to be somewhere at a particular time.

Oh, leave the wrist watch in the saddle bag. Watch the sun and adjust the ride to get to a hotel in a reasonable time after the sun sets.

Netnorske · 08-29-2009, 09:54 PM

At least you can fit more stuff (beer, munchies, maps, extra undies, etc.) in that nice new trunk! Ahhhh.....the power of more space...

! Good luck!

sarge1057 · 08-31-2009, 06:30 AM

Sounds like a great plan enjoy.

nomad561 · 08-31-2009, 08:40 AM

I want to make a trip like this too,but my girlfriend can't seem to get the time off.I'm looking at trying to go south(Key West maybe) in December.

rickyboy · 08-31-2009, 12:50 PM

I hope you manage to get away Scott. I think I might do the same thing next year. Brian {midge} and I do a ride somewhere each year. It is nice to have another person/bike along with you. Maybe midge and I will just do the "easy rider" thing together instead of planning a trip. I'm thinking of a complete west coast trip down through So. Cal.. If you make it west to Northern WA. be sure to call or something and maybe we can meet up. It might be a little chilly for you by then though. Take care.

08-28-2009, 02:21 PM	#1
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Call me Easy Rider I have been tossing an idea around in my head. An "Easy Rider"-like trip. Take a week off from work, load up the bike and go. No particular destination, just travel wherever I feel like. Find a motel when I get tired, stop and eat when I'm hungry. If I want to do it this year, I'd better get going, otherwise I'll have to stick to the southern coast. Just an idea at this point, but I'm close to actually doing it. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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08-28-2009, 02:56 PM	#2
waterman Top Contributor Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Colorado Posts: 6,530	Call me Easy Rider Scott, I have had that same thought before. Someday. __________________ Joel "Waterman" 2017 HD Road Glide Ultra 2006 Nomad - Sold VBA 213 VROC 16913 Custer 09: Cortez 10: Crescent City 11: Kanab 12: Estes Park 13: Tahoe 14: Red Lodge 16
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audiogooroo Sr. Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado/Las Vegas, NV Posts: 3,390	Call me Easy Rider Hmmmmmm......wheels are turning..... __________________ Audiogooroo - Daryl Porter Colorado Springs, CO VBA #248 VROC #17261 1999 Grn/Grn Nomad
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08-28-2009, 09:05 PM	#4
Top Cat Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peoples Republic of New York State Posts: 15,154	Call me Easy Rider Hey you only live once CJ, err, I mean Easy Rider. Go for it. You never know what next year wil bring. __________________ Tim "TC" Conley VBA #9 2011 Victory Kingpin mine 2013 Victory Boardwalk -hers [LEFT][COLOR=#000000] [SIZE=4]
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08-28-2009, 10:01 PM	#5
ells Sr. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Boulder County, Colorado Posts: 2,014	Call me Easy Rider Similar thoughts here, just doesn't seem to happen, not a good sign. Did do it a couple times many years ago with a small plane, great adventures to be had in either case. Be free young man! Probably don't want to do it with more than one, if that, riding companion, just not the same freedom. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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08-29-2009, 12:28 AM	#6
psychocycle Advanced Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Posts: 822	Call me Easy Rider An Easy-Rider Trip - Just keep an eye out for geezers in pickups with shotguns. __________________ Psychocycle VBA # 1125 2002 1500 fi Nomad
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08-29-2009, 10:47 AM	#7
djh Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Pioneer Ca. Posts: 130	Call me Easy Rider Do It ! Sometimes the best destinations to go are not written in stone. There is always a certain amount of planning but plans can be just suggestions only . Have a great and safe journey wherever it takes you. DJ
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08-29-2009, 02:03 PM	#8
chainsaw Sr. Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 2,732	Call me Easy Rider When do you want to leave?
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08-29-2009, 09:29 PM	#11
MarkG Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Chandler, AZ Posts: 1,255	Call me Easy Rider CJ, a lot of people kid me about my 250 mile or less days, there is a method to my madness. When I see a sign or something of interest I can take the time to go see it. You would be surprised how many days run out to 300 or 400 miles with the extra unplanned side trips. Something that just isn't possible if you actually try and cover 400 to 500 miles a day like many riders. Typical example: Holbrook to Cortez is only around 270 miles. It took me 380 miles to get there with the side trip through Canyon de Chelly and a couple of other areas. I didn't plan the side trips, I just looked for something interesting to do along the route. Even went to a quilt show one year because I needed a break and it was something totally different. Pick a direction and stop at the tourist information areas for suggestions Try and talk to the old grandmother type volunteers, they seem to come up with things to see that the younger crowd doesn't think to suggest. Always try and pick something that is not in your normal pattern. Could be a thrashing bee, maybe a square dance festival, it might be something as simple as stopping to watch a parade. Spent six hours going to the Space Museum in Alamogordo, NM a few years ago. You need an excuse for a break and if you haven't planned for a long day there is plenty of time to relax. A good reason to keep the speed down so there is time to read the signs. One thing I have found travelling this way. The idea that it will be just a short stop doesn't exist. It is real easy to spend a couple of hours or lose a half day when you don't have to be somewhere at a particular time. Oh, leave the wrist watch in the saddle bag. Watch the sun and adjust the ride to get to a hotel in a reasonable time after the sun sets. __________________ Mark Griffin 2021 Manhattan Metallic K1600GTL 2016 Silver K1600GTL - sold 2015 Red/Blk Cross Country Tour - sold 2008 Red/Blk Nomad - sold KE7HG VBA 00176, IBA 65686, MOA 211564 Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Maggie Valley '11\|Kanab '12\|Estes Park '13\|Red Lodge '16\|Custer '18
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08-29-2009, 09:54 PM	#12
Netnorske Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Everett, Washington Posts: 5,709	Call me Easy Rider At least you can fit more stuff (beer, munchies, maps, extra undies, etc.) in that nice new trunk! Ahhhh.....the power of more space... ! Good luck! __________________ *Kris Olsen* VBA #0691 2017 HD Ultra Limited Low 2013 Victory Cross Country Tour 2012 1700 Vulcan Voyager 2008 1600 Vulcan Nomad 1997 Vulcan 800 Classic *"Growing old is mandatory,* *but growing up is optional"* Custer 2009\|Kalispell 2010\|Cortez 2010\|Crescent City 2011\|Kanab 2012\|Canmore 2012\|Estes Park 2013\|Orofino 2014\|Lake Tahoe 2015\|Red Lodge 2016
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08-31-2009, 06:30 AM	#13
sarge1057 Sr. Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: ,,,,,,,,,,,, Posts: 1,426	Call me Easy Rider Sounds like a great plan enjoy.
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08-31-2009, 08:40 AM	#14
nomad561 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Pasco , Wa Posts: 1,445	Call me Easy Rider I want to make a trip like this too,but my girlfriend can't seem to get the time off.I'm looking at trying to go south(Key West maybe) in December.
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08-31-2009, 12:50 PM	#15
rickyboy Top Contributor Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: 108 Mile Ranch B.C. Canada Posts: 5,472	Call me Easy Rider I hope you manage to get away Scott. I think I might do the same thing next year. Brian {midge} and I do a ride somewhere each year. It is nice to have another person/bike along with you. Maybe midge and I will just do the "easy rider" thing together instead of planning a trip. I'm thinking of a complete west coast trip down through So. Cal.. If you make it west to Northern WA. be sure to call or something and maybe we can meet up. It might be a little chilly for you by then though. Take care. __________________ Nomad'a What ! "rickyboy" Richard Cole Canada West Region 108 Mile Ranch, British Columbia Canada Vulcan Bagger Assoc. #00722 Black 2006 Nomad https://cdn2.iconfinder.com/data/ico...Book_32x32.png
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