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Many years ago I believed I had experienced as near to perfect ride as humanly possible and posted this account on the “Original GL1800” forum. This, I believe, may be the first published naming of FM335, FM336, and FM337 as “The Three Sister”. They had previously been called the 100 mile loop….
In the Texas Hill Country - south of Interstate 10 and West of Kerrville lie “Three Sisters” that will provide any rider much more pleasure than ever imagined possible. Weather this is your first time in the saddle (a true novice) or you are a seasoned veteran, the “Sister’s” generous curves, unexpected dips, captivating sweet aromas and awe inspiring beauty will fill your heart and you will be 100 percent in love.
Of course I am referring to three of the most loved and often ridden roads in the entire state of Texas. Ranch Roads 335, 336 and 337 (affectionately referred to as the “Three Sisters”) are arguably the best in the state. Connected in one fashion or another by Ranch Roads 187 and 1050 or state highways 16 and 39, the “Sisters” are truly a full day (maybe two) of pure pleasure.
Yesterday, myself and a friend departed San Angelo at 7:30 AM headed for what we knew would be a full day of riding and taking in all the beauty the fall season displays. Exactly nine hours – and 462 miles later we were back home feeling very satisfied and a bit worn out. I mean, we had one of those “man I’d love to do that again but don’t have the energy” looks.
Those of you that have ridden the “Sisters” know what I say – the rest of you need to come ride with me……
JERRY “REDWING”
SAN ANGELO, TX
October, 2000
November 25, 2017 Update:
I have been traveling from San Angelo to ride these fantastic roads for nearly 20 years now and have to say without any doubt that this trip, more precisely “TODAY”, was the most enjoyable riding I have experienced. I rode down yesterday to spend time with a very good FRIEND (you most likely will recognize him best by his Trike Talk screen name, GrandpaDave and his courageous bride Peggy. They are spending a few months planted in an RV park right on Hwy 16 (yes I feel sorry for them also.)
Yesterday we just jawed and caught up with things but this morning they joined me for a Cracker Barrel breakfast and we caught up even more.
After eating, riding was all we had in mind! A more perfect day I just can’t imagine. Temperatures were made for riding. There was no wind or rain and we were surprised that the roads were not very busy at all. The beautiful scenery here year around combined with generous fall color sprinklings was just the icing on the cake!!! The only thing missing was even more of our Trike Talk FRIENDS!!!
Peg, Dave, and I got back to their RV and just felt so fortunate. We were not near as exhausted as the October 2000 ride but then we did not travel near as far and for sure did not push that proverbial "envelope." None the less it sure felt good to set in the shade reminiscing and relishing today. :xszpv: :xszpv:
In the Texas Hill Country - south of Interstate 10 and West of Kerrville lie “Three Sisters” that will provide any rider much more pleasure than ever imagined possible. Weather this is your first time in the saddle (a true novice) or you are a seasoned veteran, the “Sister’s” generous curves, unexpected dips, captivating sweet aromas and awe inspiring beauty will fill your heart and you will be 100 percent in love.
Of course I am referring to three of the most loved and often ridden roads in the entire state of Texas. Ranch Roads 335, 336 and 337 (affectionately referred to as the “Three Sisters”) are arguably the best in the state. Connected in one fashion or another by Ranch Roads 187 and 1050 or state highways 16 and 39, the “Sisters” are truly a full day (maybe two) of pure pleasure.
Yesterday, myself and a friend departed San Angelo at 7:30 AM headed for what we knew would be a full day of riding and taking in all the beauty the fall season displays. Exactly nine hours – and 462 miles later we were back home feeling very satisfied and a bit worn out. I mean, we had one of those “man I’d love to do that again but don’t have the energy” looks.
Those of you that have ridden the “Sisters” know what I say – the rest of you need to come ride with me……
JERRY “REDWING”
SAN ANGELO, TX
October, 2000
November 25, 2017 Update:
I have been traveling from San Angelo to ride these fantastic roads for nearly 20 years now and have to say without any doubt that this trip, more precisely “TODAY”, was the most enjoyable riding I have experienced. I rode down yesterday to spend time with a very good FRIEND (you most likely will recognize him best by his Trike Talk screen name, GrandpaDave and his courageous bride Peggy. They are spending a few months planted in an RV park right on Hwy 16 (yes I feel sorry for them also.)
Yesterday we just jawed and caught up with things but this morning they joined me for a Cracker Barrel breakfast and we caught up even more.
After eating, riding was all we had in mind! A more perfect day I just can’t imagine. Temperatures were made for riding. There was no wind or rain and we were surprised that the roads were not very busy at all. The beautiful scenery here year around combined with generous fall color sprinklings was just the icing on the cake!!! The only thing missing was even more of our Trike Talk FRIENDS!!!
Peg, Dave, and I got back to their RV and just felt so fortunate. We were not near as exhausted as the October 2000 ride but then we did not travel near as far and for sure did not push that proverbial "envelope." None the less it sure felt good to set in the shade reminiscing and relishing today. :xszpv: :xszpv:
