Ride Report 2019 Black Hills, Grand Teton Mtns., Rocky Mountain Ntl. Park

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Day 8 Continued-

The sign was telling the truth...



...Curvy scenic road...



...hard to beat the enjoyment of roads like this!



Getting closer...



...the road was recently resurfaced...



...nice ride, and there we are!



Mary took hundreds of photos...



Just a few have made it here...



...the views seem never-ending...



...and new around every curve in the road.



Will post more of Day 8 as time allows.

Kevin

[Iowavicrider]

Beautiful! We just returned from the 3-Wheel Rally in Deadwood and your adventures brought back great memories! Spearfish Canyon never gets old!

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Beautiful! We just returned from the 3-Wheel Rally in Deadwood and your adventures brought back great memories! Spearfish Canyon never gets old!

So true!

Kevin

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Day 8 Continued-

I know this is getting long for just one day, but we rode some of the most scenic places to ride, and Mary took well over 500 pics, plus the GoPro footage, plus the drone footage...it is getting close to a wrap for the day.

The ride thru these curves...



...brings us to...



...absolutely stunning views...



...so much so that I...



...literally forget about the road for a bit, which is very unusual for me.



Being able to ride thru...



...these rock formations is...



...a joy and a privilege.



Just amazing that we can enjoy these views!



Ok, where to next?



Continued in next post.

Kevin

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Day 8 Continued-

Doing it old school. Yeah, I finally started using GPS on the TG a few years ago...but on the Sporty and the Softail it is still done the old way. lol



Ok, this way looks like more fun!



Pulled over for a battery change, and to let the slow-pokes get way ahead of me so I can proceed at my preferred pace.



Back rolling...



...and thoroughly enjoying it...



...but all good roads eventually come to an end.



Time to head back to camp. We had a bit of a hold up at some road construction near Hill City...15-20 minutes...



...but soon we are back rolling.



At 60, I've tried numerous times to figure out what the allure of the open road is, especially curving ones...



...I've not figured it out, but it has been in my blood for over half a century, and it does not get old! I'm just happy Mary likes it almost as much as I do.



Day 8 will be concluded soon.

Kevin

[Gray Biker]

I carry one of them things in my back pocket, but hardly ever take it out. But after riding out there 26 years, we've been on most of the hard roads. We love riding out there.

We're going to start going out at other than Rally time. It looks way better riding without all the other bike traffic

[flyswatter]

Loving the ride report....

[BILLIJAK]

Kevin, been back from the 3 Wheeler Rally for a little over a week...hot and muggy back here on the east side of SD. Really enjoying this Ride Report as just recently traveled many of the same roads. You were just about a mile from our place in your last pic of Sheridan Lake.

The road construction s of Hill City can be a long wait for the pilot car....especially with no shade. There was road construction..chip sealing..up on Iron Mtn Road when we were there...again a long wait in the sun. But, the roads are worth it!

Looking forward to your next posting!

Bill

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I carry one of them things in my back pocket, but hardly ever take it out. But after riding out there 26 years, we've been on most of the hard roads. We love riding out there.

We're going to start going out at other than Rally time. It looks way better riding without all the other bike traffic

Yeah, we only get out every few years, so need to refer to it periodically.

Loving the ride report....

Good to read that you're digging it.

Kevin, been back from the 3 Wheeler Rally for a little over a week...hot and muggy back here on the east side of SD. Really enjoying this Ride Report as just recently traveled many of the same roads. You were just about a mile from our place in your last pic of Sheridan Lake.

The road construction s of Hill City can be a long wait for the pilot car....especially with no shade. There was road construction..chip sealing..up on Iron Mtn Road when we were there...again a long wait in the sun. But, the roads are worth it!

Looking forward to your next posting!

Bill

We were most fortunate on short waits and cooler weather! Thank you for your pointers when we met up earlier.

Next post or two is the last in the Hills...moving on to the Grand Teton NP.

Kevin

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Day 8 - Some missing shots.

Found a few photos...



...that were already cropped....



...and resized...



...that I meant to post from earlier in the day.



What a great ride it has been...



...today has to be one of the most enjoyable days Mary and I....



...have spent on 2 wheels.



We don't know how many years we have left...



...we are definitely making the most of them...



...fantastic scenery, great roads, memorable day!



Day 8 concluded in next post.

Kevin

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Day 8 Conclusion-

As we head back to base camp...



...we are savoring our last day riding in the Hills.



We have seen a lot of deer today, including a bunch that ran in front of us.

This is the best action shot we got of one.



Headed down to Cheyenne Crossing.



When we got back to camp we...



...put the drone up in the air one last time...

(look at this shot closely, you will see a bald eagle in it...it circled the drone 5 or 6 times before losing interest)



Got a bit of footage riding down...



...out little "private drive".



That's it for the Black Hills. Video below is a little recap, along with us loading up for Day 9, headed for Grand Teton National Park.



Kevin

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Day 9-

Today we're headed for the Grand Teton National Park.

Saying goodbye to base camp...



...beautiful area, but time to move on.



We're chomping down the miles...



...and we stay dry, weird feeling.



Before you know it, we're getting close to Dubois...



...last time we passed thru here (a couple of years ago) we stopped and had lunch...



On that trip we met decman, from XLForum, and stayed the night in the Super 8 there. This time we're passing right on thru.

Crossing the Continental Divide as we get close to the GTNP...



...I "had" to stop and get a pic of me in my flip-flops standing in the snow.



Yeah, it was cold, wet, and windy...



...but this is where we're riding tomorrow!



That's it for Day 9. Will begin posting up Day 10 in the Tetons soon.

Kevin

[Fearless]

Kevin I just for the first time see your on a journey! thanks for take me along again the drone shots are great. travel safe Fred

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Kevin I just for the first time see your on a journey! thanks for take me along again the drone shots are great. travel safe Fred

Thank you. Good to ready you're enjoying!

Kevin

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Day 10-

Last night we stayed at Colter Bay in the GTNP. First place we've paid to stay, but inexpensive at $17.

But this morning it is time to ride!

Headed for a scenic spot to unload the bike...



...came across this pullout...



...perfect place to unload the bike and start exploring!



Bike is out and Mary is ready!



Looking back as we pull out for a day of riding.



We have all day to ride...



...the roads are nice...



...and the views are spectacular.



Sweeper after sweeper...



...and view after view.



More on Day 10 soon.

Kevin

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Day 10 Continued-

What a great time riding around...



...not a lot of roads...



...but we took all of them, even wooden bridges...



...and gravel roads...



...to get closer to the mountains.



Walked around a bit at the end of this road.



Riding back out to the asphalt...



...stopped for this pic of the super clear water.



Back rolling...



...thoroughly enjoying this day.



More of Day 10 coming.

Kevin

[bikerbillone]

Wow, great pics, great scenery. Now you guys have the set up for doing it for convenience, comfort, relaxation and total fun. How cool is that?

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Wow, great pics, great scenery. Now you guys have the set up for doing it for convenience, comfort, relaxation and total fun. How cool is that?

Thank you. Yes, we're focusing on the best riding, and taking out some of the more taxing/tedious aspects of getting to the great riding.

Kevin

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Day 10 Continued-

We are having a great time...



...exploring every road around...



GTNP. Hey! We're passing our "home on wheels".



Absolutely Stunning views...



...around every curve in the road!



Stopped to change out some batteries.



Last time we were here we spent a few hours down at Jenny Lake...



...Today, too many people and traffic, so we head north a bit...



...more beautiful views.



Not nearly the traffic/people at Jackson Lake.



Day 10 continued in next post.

Kevin

[FuzzyWuzHe]

...I "had" to stop and get a pic of me in my flip-flops standing in the snow.



Kevin

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