We made it home just as the sun was setting. Overall 1300 miles this trip, averaging 51 mpg on the Triumph. It was windy most of the day after we got to Lucerne Valley, maybe 15/20, with long periods of tail winds ;). When we stopped in Yucca Valley, I looked at Weather.com again, since early am forecasts had been wind under 10 mph the entire trip. Ha! Now they were calling for 60 mph gusts in Barstow and 25-30 in general along the Mohave desert. How is it possible for them to be incorrect all the time. Gees.
We were lucky to be ahead of the worst winds and the day went well. The highest price of gas we saw in Ca for regular was $3.99, the highest we actually paid was $3.69. Of course, crossing into Arizona the price was $2.25.
Our sole purchase was a Death Valley mug. Apparently I only buy glasss souvenirs ;). When I got it home and read the bottom of it, it says hand wash only. Sigh.
Off this am to spring our dog from the penitentiary.
Thanks for all the comments;)
Well thank goodness you made it home. I guess you really did "ride like the wind!" What a blessing that you had a lot of it at your backs.
ReplyDeleteWe could not believe the price of gas in California, no wonder so many are moving out of there.
Nice blog, loved the pics - Bob especially was enamored with the photo of the 1954 Vincent. Let's get together soon - we have lots of stories to hear. Hope Lucy is still talking to you after you abandoned her for this adventure.