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febbraio - dicembre 2024
This year's goals are:
- To complete the Grand Tour of Texas, PNW Grand Tour & H-D's 10 Rides for 2024;
- To win the H-D Dealership Challenge!
- Do well on Tour of Honor and Ride To Eat; and
- To finish H-D's 50 Rides, 1 Nation.
Wish me luck! ✌️ Leggi altro
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  • 77giorni
  • 256fotografie
  • 3video
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  • Nancy Webb...Pat Bonetar2024 VROOM VROOM
    Giorno 16

    Day 16: Petaluma to Santa Margarita

    12 marzo, Stati Uniti ⋅ ⛅ 61 °F

    My time in Petaluma went quickly, but was productive. On Saturday I went to Urgent Care to get some meds to clear up this persistent cough. On Sunday I met up with a biker friend for lunch. And on Monday I figured out where to go for the next couple of weeks.

    I didn't go far today, less than 300 miles south. I usually avoid toll roads, but when in San Francisco, a ride across the Golden Gate Bridge is always worth it. [At least this time the clouds were just high enough to see the uprights!]

    The city was its typical foggy self, but it was more like very low cloud cover. I didn't go down Lombard Street this time because the roads were wet from the cloud/fog moisture. The “Crookedest Street in the World" is daunting enough without being slippery as well.

    Just south of San Fran, I visited Wyatt Earp's grave in Colma. Sometimes it's hard to believe he was a real person. Having visited Doc Holliday's cemetery in Glenwood Springs a few years ago, I thought a stop at Wyatt's would be appropriate.

    Just south of San Jose, I had a great lunch at Trail Dust BBQ in Morgan Hill, another Ride To Eat stop. Oh my yummy 😋.

    Finally making my way to the coast, a ride through Fisherman's Wharf at Monterey Bay is always nice. The sand dunes were glittering in the afternoon sunbeams, and the water was like a watercolor painting come to life.

    A little further down Highway 101, I arrived at The Kampground of America (KOA) outside of Santa Margarita, nestled back in the hills and where I'll be for the next few days. Fingers crossed the nighttime temperature stays above 40°F so I don't have to sleep in the bathroom 🤞.

    So long [for now], and thanks for all the fish! ✌️

    HD Dealership Challenge: 5 (total 48)
    RTE-X-USA: 3 points (total 24)
    10 Rides for 2024: 0 (total 1 of 10)
    MCGTTX 2024 Stops: 0 (total 0 of 50)
    IBA Lap Around the 48 Stops: 0 (total 0 of 9)    Leggi altro

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  • Nancy Webb...Pat Bonetar2024 VROOM VROOM
    Giorno 17

    Day 17: Maintenance & Morro Bay

    13 marzo, Stati Uniti ⋅ ☀️ 63 °F

    Yesterday my shifter started acting up, and Santa Maria HD was able to slip me in today. So after a very cold night (but above 40°F, I think🥶), the smell of skunk outside my tent at 0400🤢, and a cat (hopefully🤞) that slept on my bike and pissed on my tent🤬, I rode about an hour south to the dealership.

    I had some lunch close by, and they resolved the problem free of charge, even though it wasn't under warranty. Basically--bear with me because I don't know the proper terminology--the extension rod for the forward control shifter had a bunch of washers to take up space. They were nasty and gooey and weren't allowing the rod to move freely, which was preventing the shifter from springing back into place. They took off the washers and double-nutted it, which should prevent it from happening again. Big win!

    On my way back to the campground, I went to Morro Bay, known for its huge volcanic mound in the bay. Pretty cool.

    Back to the KOA, where I stopped at the store and bought a bottle of wine, two bundles of oak, and two firestarters for hanging out tonight. Leftover salad and some pop tarts mean it's going to be a great night in camp 😊🔥🍷.

    So long [for now], and thanks for all the fish! ✌️

    HD Dealership Challenge: 1 (total 49)
    RTE-X-USA: 3 points (total 27)
    10 Rides for 2024: 0 (total 1 of 10)
    MCGTTX 2024 Stops: 0 (total 0 of 50)
    IBA Lap Around the 48 Stops: 0 (total 0 of 9)    Leggi altro

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  • Nancy Webb...Pat Bonetar2024 VROOM VROOM
    Giorno 19

    Day 19: Santa Margarita to San Diego

    15 marzo, Stati Uniti ⋅ ☀️ 61 °F

    Picking up from two days ago, the wine and fire were very relaxing, and I managed a great rest despite the cold.

    The next day, yesterday, I just hung out at camp and packed what I could until around 1630, when I filled up the tank and had an extraordinary dinner in town at a restaurant called "The Range." I had asparagus cream soup to start 😋, grilled halibut on a bed of smashed potatoes and pan fried spinach with the perfect dab of a garlicy Dijon sauce all topped with ultra thin fried onion strings 😱. I decided to go all the way and finished with a strawberry trifle and cup of decaf coffee. O. M. G. it was sooooooo good.

    Another good sleep with two pairs of socks this time, and I was up at 0530 to break camp.

    By 0700 this morning, my heated gear was thawing me out and Luci and I were on the road to HDs all the way south. Taking Highway 101 to I-5, I hit a lot of traffic everywhere, so I got to practice my lane splitting skills. It is definitely not for the faint of heart 😳.

    I only had a couple of sort of close calls and got to my San Diego KOA at a out 1500. Plenty of time to set up camp and make a run to the store. Now I'm having an adult beverage, hoping the temperature stays above 50°F tonight ✌️.

    I'm having a great time and wish y'all could join me!!

    So long [for now], and thanks for all the fish! ✌️

    HD Dealership Challenge: 8 (total 57)
    RTE-X-USA: 0 points (total 27)
    10 Rides for 2024: 0 (total 1 of 10)
    MCGTTX 2024 Stops: 0 (total 0 of 50)
    IBA Lap Around the 48 Stops: 0 (total 0 of 9)    Leggi altro

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  • Nancy Webb...Pat Bonetar2024 VROOM VROOM
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    Giorno 22

    Lunch With A Friend, Aquarium & Zoo

    18 marzo, Stati Uniti ⋅ ⛅ 63 °F

    The past three days have been awesome! Saturday I had lunch with a Harley buddy and got my first Lap of the 48 stop. Sunday morning I spent at the Birch Aquarium, followed by a St Paddy's Day fish & chips lunch by the beach and a soak in the campground's pool-side jacuzzi. And today I spent entirely at the San Diego Zoo! I've attached just a few pics to make you jealous 😉.

    So long [for now], and thanks for all the fish [and mammals and birds and reptiles!!]! ✌️

    HD Dealership Challenge: 1 (total 58)
    RTE-X-USA: 0 points (total 27)
    10 Rides for 2024: 0 (total 1 of 10)
    MCGTTX 2024 Stops: 0 (total 0 of 50)
    IBA Lap Around the 48 Stops: 1 (total 1 of 9)    Leggi altro

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  • Nancy Webb...Pat Bonetar2024 VROOM VROOM
    Giorno 23

    Day 23: San Diego to Banning

    19 marzo, Stati Uniti ⋅ ⛅ 66 °F

    Not much to tell about today. I only went about 175 miles north from San Diego through Temecula into Banning just off I-10.

    This KOA is smack in between San Bernardino National Forest to the north and Mount San Jacinto State Park to the south. The peaks rising above the forest are still snow-covered, so I'm definitely not going up there. The State Park to the south I visited in 2021. At the top of CA 243 (awesome ride!) is Idyllwild, a cute little town that reminded me of Tahoe without the lake. It's also where I got my first flat and sat on the side of the road for five hours until the tow truck showed up. So, no thanks on going up there again.

    I think I'm just going to read and goof on my phone for a couple of days 🤣.

    So long [for now], and thanks for all the fish! ✌️

    HD Dealership Challenge: 2 (total 60)
    RTE-X-USA: 3 points (total 30)
    10 Rides for 2024: 0 (total 1 of 10)
    MCGTTX 2024 Stops: 0 (total 0 of 50)
    IBA Lap Around the 48 Stops: 0 (total 1 of 9)    Leggi altro

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  • Nancy Webb...Pat Bonetar2024 VROOM VROOM
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    Giorno 29

    Highway Queen!!

    25 marzo, Stati Uniti ⋅ ☁️ 63 °F

    Let me catch you up on my last week.

    In Banning, I pretty much just hung out at the campground and Starbucks (decent wifi). I left there on Friday headed for Borrego Springs and my first Babes Ride Out.

    The weekend started with setting up camp and a decent karaoke on Friday.

    Saturday morning I walked the mile into town for breakfast, then picked up my helmet from the artist who painted an HD logo based on my #945 El Diablo motorcycle. Love it! Then I took a short riding course to work on my rear brake skills. After a late lunch that I got for free because it took over an hour to get half a tuna sandwich and a cup of clam chowder, I had a lovely rest in my tent despite high winds and a little rain.

    Then it was time for the big Saturday night party themed "The '70s." I had loads of fun chatting with ladies from all over and admiring the costumes and outfits many wore. Then came time for the crowning.

    I didn't know what was going on when a couple ladies grabbed me and pushed me to the front of the crowd. Turns out, I had come the furthest and was awarded Highway Queen. The honor came with two tickets to HD's Homecoming in late July and a $500 gift certificate to a motorcycle clothing company sponsoring the rally. Unfortunately, I can't attend Homecoming and none of the merchandise appeals to me, but I've given the prizes to ladies who can use them, so win-win. The rally finished with an outstanding disco.

    Sunday morning, I broke camp and hit the road headed to my friend's home in Los Angeles. Because of the rainstorm that swept through the mountains Saturday night and the unusually cold weather, the road I was planning to take to go west needed snowplows. Rather than risk it, I backtracked east to Salton Sea and north to I-10. From there it was an easy day to LA, where I am for a few days.

    It was a fantastic rally and I hope I can attend again!

    So long [for now], and thanks for all the fish! ✌️

    HD Dealership Challenge: 4 (total 64)
    RTE-X-USA: 2 points (total 32)
    10 Rides for 2024: 0 (total 1 of 10)
    MCGTTX 2024 Stops: 0 (total 0 of 50)
    IBA Lap Around the 48 Stops: 0 (total 1 of 9)    Leggi altro

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  • Nancy Webb...Pat Bonetar2024 VROOM VROOM
    Giorno 30

    Day 30: Out & About on LA

    26 marzo, Stati Uniti ⋅ ☀️ 66 °F

    I had a very nice day riding around Los Angeles collecting dealerships and Ride To Eat stops. I saw the place where the first cheeseburger was served and an old but nice 76 gas station across from Beverly Hills City Hall. You may recognize the building as Eddie Murphy's police headquarters in the movie "Beverly Hills Cop."

    In Pasadena, I ate at Pie 'N Burger, and man was it delicious!! I wish I'd had room for pie, but the burger and rings were plenty. I loved that they don't use the normal soda fountains. Instead, they squirt the syrup into the glass, then add soda water. Yummy!!!

    Now I'm back at my friend's home. Apparently we're drinking Absinthe tonight 😳. Not sure how that's going to turn out, but I'm game 🍾🥂!!

    So long [for now], and thanks for all the fish! ✌️

    HD Dealership Challenge: 4 (total 68)
    RTE-X-USA: 5 points (total 37)
    10 Rides for 2024: 0 (total 1 of 10)
    MCGTTX 2024 Stops: 0 (total 0 of 50)
    IBA Lap Around the 48 Stops: 0 (total 1 of 9)    Leggi altro

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  • Nancy Webb...Pat Bonetar2024 VROOM VROOM
    Giorno 34

    Day 34: Spring Heat In Arizona Day 1 & 2

    30 marzo, Stati Uniti ⋅ ☁️ 52 °F

    As you can tell from this belated post, I survived the Absinthe. Turns out, it's just another anise-flavored liquor, like Ouzo, Raki, and Sambuca. All of which I hate. Black licorice is disgusting. Anyway, I only had one shot.

    I left my friend's house in Cerritos on Thursday, arriving at the hotel in Irvine about 30 minutes later. Long day of riding 🤣. Dinner and drinks at the bar, and it was an early night.

    Yesterday, I had my clutch adjusted at Orange County HD and checked in for the HOG Touring Rally Spring Heat in Arizona. I hugged a couple of awesome chicks I haven't seen for a while, then it was back to the hotel.

    Yesterday evening, the HOG Chapter served us dinner back at OCHD, where I hugged even more folks I hadn't seen since at least last year. So wonderful to catch up with everyone!

    Today, in a heavy downpour, one of the regional HOG managers Paul and I made a beeline from Irvine to San Diego, about 75 miles straight down I-5. During a touring rally, we would normally take the 350-mile-ish route through whatever twists and turns are in between our hotels, but today was so wet that wouldn't have been any fun. Even with rain gear, by the time I got to San Diego (again), I was pretty soaked.

    After ditching my gear in the room, I'm now having a bento lunch at a Japanese restaurant next door to the hotel. I'm still wet, but whatever. I'll dry eventually 🤣.

    So long [for now], and thanks for all the fish! ✌️

    HD Dealership Challenge: 0 (total 68)
    RTE-X-USA: 0 points (total 37)
    10 Rides for 2024: 0 (total 1 of 10)
    MCGTTX 2024 Stops: 0 (total 0 of 50)
    IBA Lap Around the 48 Stops: 0 (total 1 of 9)    Leggi altro

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  • Nancy Webb...Pat Bonetar2024 VROOM VROOM
    Giorno 36

    Day 36: Tour of Honor Begins

    1 aprile, Stati Uniti ⋅ ☁️ 48 °F

    On Saturday, we had dinner at the VFW near the El Patron HD, then it was few drinks at the hotel bar while chatting with rallyers. One couple's daughter is the bass player for the band Incubus, which is now on tour in New Zealand. How cool!!

    Yesterday morning it was still raining and really cold in the higher elevation passes, so Paul and I stuck to lower climes and hugged the Mexican border most of the day. We had lunch in Mexicali...what a place.

    Since it was Easter, the Yuma HD wasn't open, not even for the rally 😞, so several of us Ubered to a bar and grill in town and had a fine time.

    This morning, I took off by myself because Tour of Honor began today. I was able to grab a bunch of stops...I just hope I'm taking the photos correctly. I'll find out after they score (or don't score) my submissions.

    Now I'm working my future routes to include as many TOH stops as I can. There are a lot!!

    So long [for now], and thanks for all the fish! ✌️

    HD Dealership Challenge: 3 (total 71)
    RTE-X-USA: 4 points (total 41)
    10 Rides for 2024: 0 (total 1 of 10)
    IBA Lap Around the 48 Stops: 0 (total 1 of 9)
    MCGTTX 2024 Stops: 0 (total 0 of 50)
    PNW GT Stops: 0 (total 0 of 30)

    Tour of Honor Stops:
    - State Memorials: 2 (total 2)
    - 9/11 Memorials: 2 (total 2 of 50)
    - Doughboy Memorials: 0 (total 0 of 50)
    - Gold Star Family Memorials: 1 (total 1 of 50)
    - Hueys: 3 (total 3 of 50)
    - K9 Memorials: 1 (total 1 of 50)
    - Madonna of the Trail Stops : 0 (total 0 or 12)
    - Veteran Cemeteries: 1 (total 1 of 50)    Leggi altro

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  • Nancy Webb...Pat Bonetar2024 VROOM VROOM
    Giorno 37

    Day 37: Spring "Chill" in AZ Complete

    2 aprile, Stati Uniti ⋅ 🌙 63 °F

    Today was the last day of the Spring Heat in Arizona HOG Touring Rally. Not much heat 🤣. From Tucson, I went north through Globe and Salt Water Canyon (always a great ride) to reach Show Low, where there was plenty of snow and cold. I had to stop to put on my heated gear, including my insoles because I couldn't feel my toes 🥶.

    Once I was nice and toasty, I white knuckled through White Mountain Pass where there was a ton of snow. I think the road must have been freshly doused with chemical because it was wet but not icy. The evergreen trees were enjoying the sunshine and taking advantage of its warmth to dust themselves off...sometimes right on me! The animals were enjoying it as well. Oddly enough, the horses were by the road, but the herd of elk and pair of pronghorn were behind the fence 🤔.

    Once I popped out into Springerville, I snapped my first Madonna of the Trail pic, then had a quick lunch and coffee at Junk & Java. I was just about to leave when in walked a motorcyclist...that I know 😱. Bill Davis, the HOG Touring Rally organizer!

    I took the warmer (barely) route back to Show Low, then swooped a bit north to Taylor to grab another TOH State Memorial, then hightailed it to Phoenix. I got back early so I hit a couple of HDs before going to Desert Wind HD for our final dinner. For those of you who know, I didn't win the rally knife, but I had fun and made some new friends. Great time yet again.

    I grabbed even more stops after dinner and have just gotten settled in the room. Very tired and an early day tomorrow. I'll do the math below later.

    So long [for now], and thanks for all the fish! ✌️

    HD Dealership Challenge: 5 (total 76)
    RTE-X-USA: 1 point (total 42)
    10 Rides for 2024: 0 (total 1 of 10)
    IBA Lap Around the 48 Stops: 0 (total 1 of 9)
    MCGTTX 2024 Stops: 0 (total 0 of 50)
    PNW GT Stops: 0 (total 0 of 30)

    Tour of Honor Stops:
    - State Memorials: 1 (total 3)
    - 9/11 Memorials: 2 (total 4 of 50)
    - Doughboy Memorials: 0 (total 0 of 50)
    - Gold Star Family Memorials: 0 (total 1 of 50)
    - Hueys: 0 (total 3 of 50)
    - K9 Memorials: 0 (total 1 of 50)
    - Madonna of the Trail Stops : 1 (total 0 or 12)
    - Veteran Cemeteries: 0 (total 1 of 50)    Leggi altro

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