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Some years ago my sister, her family, and I rented a house on Coffin Neck in far down east Maine.Big timber-framed pile - no expense was spared: slate roof, all copper plumbing including the waste pipes, big porches, gourmet kitchen, observatory - the works.We went on a little excursion to Quoddy Head State Park - the easternmost point in the US, and site of the West Quoddy Head Lighthouse and some spectacular hiking trails. On the way in we, (I!) noticeda few typical Harleys, and a scruffy Triumph Tiger with Utah plates off to the side. The weather was misty and cool. On the way back to the van, I noticed that the rider of the aforementionedTriumph was astride his machine. So, I went over to chat."You're a long way from home, eh?" "Yep - Brisbane, Australia, mate!" We chatted for a few minutes. He enquired about local campgrounds, and I couldn't really help the fella,as I don't live in that part of the state.I returned to the van, and mentioned the situation. I don't know what possessed me, but I said, " We'vegot lots of room, why don't we invite him for the evening?" My sister immediately replied, "Let's do it! Quick, get him before he rides off!" And so we made the acquaintance of Mr. Glen Cochrane of Brisbane, Australia!He was absolutely delighted with the invitation, and I couldn't tell which he liked more - the accommodations out of the weather, or the laundry facilities!He'd bought the bike unseen on the internet, and flew to Utah to collect it and begin his tour of North America.We were in touch for several years - which reminds me that I've got to email him some holiday greetings.All of THAT said, by all means let us know if you're in the area. I have an extra bed, and you're welcome to itfor a day or two. I've also got workshop facilities if your mount needs a little fettling. Of course, it wouldn't takemuch arm twisting to get me to ride some local roads with you as well. :-) -Stretch
You always have a spot in Georgia or In Arizona. Tools, garage, food and beer.
Huzo, if you get anywhere in Texas, let me know and I will seek you out. I’d really like to meet you. I can vouch that Houston Paul and Texas Turnip would make superb hosts.
Please post a picture of your US map with the pins stuck in it.Enquiring minds want to know!
Not sure when it takes effect but Texas will be the first state to roll out driverless trucks.
No sooner said…!I’ve got some red ones on the way.
Thank you.Address ?
Have you figured out the dates for the trip?
Not yet, no.There are a couple of things that still have to tumble the right way, but I’ll arrange it so the temperatures are tolerable as far South as Texas and North as Canada.If the range was as cold as 15 degrees C and warm as 30 degrees C, then that would be good.I would think that early/mid Autumn (Fall), would be the way to go ?
Hey Huzo, We are in Bellingham, WA just south of the BC border. A great jumping off spot to roll into BC or over the Cascades to visit Simon. Also lots of shop tools. email to doansci at g mailIt would be fun to meet you. Fare warning - I've always wanted to visit Australia Shawn
Check the mgnoc site for rallies,good ones in Kentucky and Missouri in mid,late September,weather is mild then.
I'm not sure how things are your way, but lately many motorcycle dealers will not keep a variety of tires in stock. Many of them will not accept ride -in maintenance without an appointment. Many of them require you to bring them the wheels and will not loan tools or a lift for you to remove them. IF you can guesstimate your need for tires, you could pre order them and have them delivered to WGers along the way. There is a motorcycle accessory shop called Cycle Gear who will mount tires brought in on the wheels. Here is a page with their locations nation wide: https://www.cyclegear.com/stores . They also sell helmets and M/C gear as their name suggests.
Fall is hands down the BEST season for riding for me.You might want to start north in the early fall and travel southas fall progresses. Snow in October is NOT unheard of in northernareas of the US. September can also have some warm days.OC to 29C, (32F to 85F) Would be a range of temperatures to preparefor. You wouldn't necessarily ride all day at 0C, but you'd likely start anearly morning at somewhere near that temp. In the south, you'd certainlyencounter temps in the 80s F, even in October.Fall does have the advantage that most of the touristas are gone - except forleaf-peepers - and the kids are all back in school. Weekday traffic in scenic areasis therefore much reduced; although keep in mind some touristy parks and suchlikemay be closed for the season.Still, I love fall for riding. -Stretch
It looks like you have the northeast and northwest covered, but how about the Rocky Mountains?We live in Berthoud, Colorado near Rocky Mountain National Park. Trail Ridge Road climbs to 12183 ft/3713 m and is less than 60 miles/100 k from my house. We can offer bed and breakfast, and a shop with lift and tire changer.Dan
Huzo…Here’s a great resource for rides in New England…put together by the Bring More Wallet crowd..NewEnglandRiders.or gThis is just a map, but all these rides are detailed in the website…really good pickings
