Site Objective

Posted on January 4, 2012 by admin

We  intend  to  bring  all  bikers (motorcycle enthusiasts)  a  glimpse of  the  various  locations  that  we  have traveled and plan on  traveling  to again. We  hope  that  by  allowing  our  visitors  the  opportunity   to watch  free video’s  that we made in most cases from our handlebars, and a sample of what we choose as our cruise music. You  the  viewer  will  gain  enough  insight  to  aid  you  in  your  vacation  decision  making ,and  share  with  you  our adventures  to  Sturgis (South Dakota) , Mt. Rushmore , Deals Gap (Dragon’s Tail),  Cherohala . We  will  on occasion  show  how  even  taking  your  family (To various  campgrounds and campsites) you  can  visit  some  pretty  neat  places  while  maintaining comfort  in  your  stay .  We also  hope  that  our  tips  will  provide  you  with  some  ideas  that  will  allow  you  ( the  visitor )  to  include your   motorcycle  on  family vacations  without  a  trailer  very  inexpensively (super cheap). Our main desire is to “go  travel “ real often and don’t break the budget! (Cheap travel)    



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Full Throttle Saloon and Sturgis

Posted on December 21, 2011 by admin

My trip from home to Sturgis (1300 miles) was without a doubt the most adventurous trip I had ever taken. I left home with 4 of my closest friends; all of us except one had never been before. My main objective was to accomplish this journey while I was still physically able to travel the long  distance ride it  required,  I like most people am aging.  However I choose to remain “Low Mileage”.

The ride to Sturgis was something I had always dreamed of doing, and I feel it truly was a milestone in my riding career. With only a few inconveniences, the trip became a very enjoyable adventure. The surrounding rides are simply breathtaking. By the time I returned home I had racked up 4200 miles in the seat of my 2006 Harley- Ultra Classic.

We intended on making this journey in 10 days, which we did, But could have spent a lot more time at several of the locations.  The rides around Sturgis and all the various sites to see are so abundant that you don’t feel as though you got to see all you wanted to. Maybe that is why I will return!

 

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Mount Rushmore

Posted on November 26, 2011 by admin

  Mount Rushmore is  one of many sites this  part of the Country (South Dakaota) has to offer. One of the more enjoyable routes you will experience is the Iron Mountain Highway (Peter Norbec scenic byway) which leads you into Mount Rushmore. This ride is so peaceful, that you really don’t want it to end!

The square tunnels will astonish you, but don’t allow them to distract your attention away from the fact that the last one perfectly picture frames Mount Rushmore in the distance. The architectural design required to accomplish that astonishes me!

There is a gift shop so you can purchase a Mount Rushmore keepsake, but the pictures you take of your experience will last forever.

Galen Clark

                              IRON CHARIOT

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Yellowstone National Park

Posted on February 18, 2012 by admin

We entered Yellowstone from Jackson Hole Wyoming; once we entered, the enjoyment began. You experience different scenery around every corner. Plan on spending the entire day, if not more in your attempt to soak it all in. If you can’t resist all the pull offs, you will tear up the better part of a week just trying to see it all.

I don’t claim to have seen the whole thing (Yellowstone Park), but I do plan on returning. You will be amazed at all the wildlife you will see. Buffalo range very freely and often present photo opportunities.

Old Faithful geyser and the geyser field offer several hours of enjoyment. Old Faithful erupts approximately every 40 minutes. Seating is available, however to get a real good view you must endure the front row (standing only).

Please remember that all wildlife in the Park is free ranging and could show up in the road at any time. In one of our descents we had to slow up and allow a mother Elk and her offspring to cross in front of us.

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Bear Tooth Pass (Wyoming)

Posted on February 5, 2012 by admin

We began our visit to this fabulous location, from the North-east entrance of Yellowstone Park. Beartooth Highway (47 miles) is closed during winter months, be sure to check those dates and make sure they don’t interfere with your travel plans.

With peak elevation of 10947 feet above Sea level cooler temps should be expected and wear appropriate clothing (extras in saddle bags). Being this high above all this beautiful scenery is simply breathtaking. We ended this journey in Red Lodge Montana where we spent the night. This ride may not be on my bucket list, but it should be!

 

 

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Cherohala Skyway

Posted on January 22, 2012 by admin

                            CHEROHALA (SCENIC BYWAY) TOUR, TELLICO PLAINS TENN.

 

This place is one of my favorites for many different reasons. The first would have to be the many biker friendly establishments around my stay. The many different options you can choose from to park your ride and spend the night. The many different choices you have available for dinning. However one of the neatest things is the Historic little town of Tellico Plain’s. While cruising through you will find many neat establishments, one of which is a motorcycle touring shop that offers all kinds of neat biking gear and allot of info about the Cherohala trip. The name Cherohala derives from the name of Cherokee National Forrest (Tennessee side) and Nantahala National Forrest ( North Carolina side ).  This is what I truly enjoy, a nice relaxing ride through a truly beautiful gift from our creator, and this is what I call therapy!

 

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Taming the Dragon

Posted on January 12, 2012 by admin

TAMING THE DRAGON

We all must understand that what we might enjoy as our form of entertainment, Is not necessarily everyone’s cup of tea. My journey to Deals Gap was planned during mid-week so my leisure style of riding did not turn into a nuisance to the high speed twisty loving sport bike riders.


This ride can be very scenic and enjoyable, There are pull offs strategically placed throughout the entire (318 curve) 11 mile ride. Do not become inconsiderate, if someone is on your tail, let them around. Remember, just because you might wear briefs, you can’t expect me not to wear boxers.

The accommodations I acquired at the Deals Gap Motorcycle Resort were very reasonably priced and the food at the Diner was great (including breakfast). There is a gift shop where you can purchase T-shirts’, or various other Dragon Tail memorabilia.

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