drswift Posted November 2, 2010 Share Posted November 2, 2010 I might show up just to admire GrayDude's hat. Link to comment
mig Posted November 3, 2010 Share Posted November 3, 2010 Ok. So we are approaching the day. I have looked at the extended forecast and it looks ok. My plan is to leave Vallejo about 8 ish and head toward tahoe and up and over to 395, and then down to beatty. First time riding thru this area. Anyone taking the same route? Suggestions? Team up? Coarsegoldkid your thoughts. Thanks Miguel Link to comment
johnlt Posted November 3, 2010 Share Posted November 3, 2010 If you're coming south on 395 from Tahoe area, you have a couple choices to cross over to 95 (Beatty is on 95). Either 168 or 190 are great routes. If you take one of them over, take the other back on the way home. Link to comment
mrduck Posted November 3, 2010 Author Share Posted November 3, 2010 Ok. So we are approaching the day. I have looked at the extended forecast and it looks ok. My plan is to leave Vallejo about 8 ish and head toward tahoe and up and over to 395, and then down to beatty. First time riding thru this area. Anyone taking the same route? Suggestions? Team up? Coarsegoldkid your thoughts. Thanks Miguel Keep the CHP boys busy up on the northern 395 , so's we can sneak in unannounced from the south! (Tell 'em we said hi!) Don J Link to comment
Heck Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Keep the CHP boys busy up on the northern 395 , so's we can sneak in unannounced from the south! (Tell 'em we said hi!) Don J Me thinks you prolly just did..... Link to comment
graydude Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 I might show up just to admire GrayDude's hat. Dave, this is Beatty. ANYTHING can be had for a price! Link to comment
johnlt Posted November 6, 2010 Share Posted November 6, 2010 On a car trip to Vegas and Zion, I had the opportunity to drive across the new Hover Dam bridge. WoW!! parked at the visitor center and took the trail up to the bridge and got to walk across the bridge. Spectacular views. Anyone anywhere close to Vegas on the DV run should detour such that you can see this bridge. A true wonder of the world. Can't see much driving over it because views are blocked so folks don't spook but the walk over the walkway is just spectacular. I'll post some pics when I get back. Add it to your route to or from DV. Link to comment
johnlt Posted November 6, 2010 Share Posted November 6, 2010 A couple samples: The view from the bridge: Link to comment
Heck Posted November 6, 2010 Share Posted November 6, 2010 Does this new bridge preclude you from driving across the dam now? Link to comment
johnlt Posted November 6, 2010 Share Posted November 6, 2010 Yes, no more traffic across the dam erxcept for parking. You can still tour the dam and walk across the dam but no access to AZ. Link to comment
Twisties Posted November 6, 2010 Share Posted November 6, 2010 John, How's the traffic now? Still delays, or all opened up? Link to comment
johnlt Posted November 6, 2010 Share Posted November 6, 2010 John, How's the traffic now? Still delays, or all opened up? It is all opened up even to 18 wheelers. Very light traffic with 6 lanes across the bridge. Link to comment
Twisties Posted November 6, 2010 Share Posted November 6, 2010 John, How's the traffic now? Still delays, or all opened up? It is all opened up even to 18 wheelers. Very light traffic with 6 lanes across the bridge. Great! Link to comment
Redbrick Posted November 6, 2010 Share Posted November 6, 2010 Looks like Beemer Babe (Kathy), Oldmoto (Norm) and Redbrick (Phil) will be riding up 14-395 early Friday, over Westgard Pass (168) and down to Beatty......Probably be in Olancha for a late b'fast 9:30ish or so........Will be nice to see you folks again... Link to comment
Heck Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 Might be over in Ridgecrest on Friday Morning. If so will try to catch you all at Olancha..Never rode the 168 loop yet. Still up in the air, will firm up plans midweek. Link to comment
Redbrick Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 Might be over in Ridgecrest on Friday Morning. If so will try to catch you all at Olancha..Never rode the 168 loop yet. Still up in the air, will firm up plans midweek. OK Heck.........We'll keep an eye out for you.... Link to comment
graydude Posted November 8, 2010 Share Posted November 8, 2010 Sadly I'm out. Just can't swing it. Our dinner reservations at the Sourdough are in place for January. See everyone there! Oh tee shirts should be available for the main DVD! Link to comment
drswift Posted November 8, 2010 Share Posted November 8, 2010 Any excuse to keep that hat out of my hands! Link to comment
mrduck Posted November 9, 2010 Author Share Posted November 9, 2010 Sadly I'm out. Just can't swing it. Our dinner reservations at the Sourdough are in place for January. See everyone there! Oh tee shirts should be available for the main DVD! Todd, gonna miss ya! And thanks from all of us for doing the real work setting up the January event! We'll raise a toast to you, and try to behave ourselves. Don J Link to comment
graydude Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 Any excuse to keep that hat out of my hands! It's the only way I can get you down here in January! Link to comment
gottago Posted November 11, 2010 Share Posted November 11, 2010 Gar's IN!! at least for Sat and Sun. OK He got Friday off so he and Wik will be there Friday. You all have fun and be safe. Link to comment
Krakken Posted November 11, 2010 Share Posted November 11, 2010 I'll be camping on the coast this weekend, but I'll be thinking of you guys. The road up to Scotty's Castle has been completely repaved and is in perfect condition. Have fun! Dwight Link to comment
BrianT Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 I'm also out unfortunatly. What are the dates for January so I can make my reservations? Link to comment
ArizonaAl Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 Brian-- 14-17 Jan Hope to see you then Al Link to comment
Groanup Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 Time to bring this ride back up! Just got off the phone with the Exchange Club, put in my reservation for Saturday night. Due to schedule conflicts, won't be there Friday night-BUT-Saturday morning, around 10:00 am or so,a late breakfast in Olancha at the Ranch Cafe! From there,we'll figure out how to spend the rest of the day (Whitney Portal,Wildrose Canyon charcoal kilns, Darwin?)on the way back thru DV to Beautiful Downtown Beatty! Anyone wanting a "somewhat entertaining" ride are welcome to join us. If not, have a good time exploring DV and we'll see ya later on Saturday afternoon in Beatty! Don J Hmm, Breakfast at the world famous (infamous?) Ranch House Cafe and a "somewhat entertaining" day of riding eh? See ya in Olancha! Link to comment
ryan_a1982 Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 damn, i'm in Palm Springs and I wish I had my RT with me to get to death valley to ride this weekend. It would be $420 for me to rent one and I think that is too rich for my blood, considering I have one sitting in my garage. Have a great ride! the weather is beautiful. Link to comment
David13 Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 I'm on my way to Santa Catalina island this morning. But Death Valley was definitely my first choice. dc Link to comment
gottago Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 Gar pulled out early this morning. Taking the long way so should be into Beatty around 3 or 4. Everyone have fun. Link to comment
Twisties Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 damn, i'm in Palm Springs and I wish I had my RT with me to get to death valley to ride this weekend. It would be $420 for me to rent one and I think that is too rich for my blood, considering I have one sitting in my garage. Have a great ride! the weather is beautiful. Just go in whatever you've got and hang out. You wouldn't be the first to put in an appearance in a cage. Link to comment
Heyfrank Posted November 13, 2010 Share Posted November 13, 2010 Hi Don. Are you going to be at the chevron in Mojavi at 8:00? Hakan and myself can join you. Whitney portal looks clear but a little chilly. Looks like might be fun.Talk at breakfast. Link to comment
mrduck Posted November 13, 2010 Author Share Posted November 13, 2010 Hi Don. Are you going to be at the chevron in Mojavi at 8:00? Hakan and myself can join you. Whitney portal looks clear but a little chilly. Looks like might be fun.Talk at breakfast. Yessiree Mojave Chevron around 8:00 am,then Olancha for breakfast. We'll figure out sumthin' there! Don J Link to comment
Heck Posted November 13, 2010 Share Posted November 13, 2010 C'mon Frank, Don, et al !! you guys are late!! They remodeled the Sourdough!! Most everybody is here in Beatty!! Link to comment
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