Adventures in the Wild Wild West - a Triple Ride Report - Red Lodge, NAFO, HW3
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bigjohnsd
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She will be in my ride report... and thoughts always.
Tyler, I was thinking that you and she might make a good team to Publish The Magazine
We ventured further into the park following the signs for Old Faithful... we lucked out on timing as it erupts about every 90 minutes and we arrived about 15 minutes before the next event started... we managed to find a space to tuck the bikes into and headed for the observation point... we were in good company as we awaited the big event...
Marie was like a little girl in anticipation and I have to admit I was too...
There were several false starts... small eruptions and everyone got all excited only to see the spout burble back down... until finally the big burst happened upon us... it was actually quite quiet amongst the gathered throngs as we watched the event unfold upon us...
And the spout continue to grow taller...
And then the spectacle was over... we just looked at each other in wonder for a few moments as the throngs began to disperse... like we had witnessed something special made just for us in that moment... it was one of those special moments shared with a special friend...
Marie was like a little girl in anticipation and I have to admit I was too...
There were several false starts... small eruptions and everyone got all excited only to see the spout burble back down... until finally the big burst happened upon us... it was actually quite quiet amongst the gathered throngs as we watched the event unfold upon us...
And the spout continue to grow taller...
And then the spectacle was over... we just looked at each other in wonder for a few moments as the throngs began to disperse... like we had witnessed something special made just for us in that moment... it was one of those special moments shared with a special friend...
Back to the bikes and overlooking the West Thumb of Yellowstone Lake...
Until we found Rich/NorCalFJR and his lovely bride, Nikki... we almost missed meeting up with them but timing worked out just perfect...
Our route took us around the lake headed toward Beartooth Pass...
And the lovebirds took a moment to enjoy the moment...
Better with visors up next time...
On we went...
Based on our experience, the best time to visit Yellowstone is earlier in the day... later in the day, traffic gets thicker and slow moving and totally clueless drivers become more prevalent... after following one those clueless motorhome drivers at 20 mph and not heeding any of the turnouts, I had had enough and pulled over to cool down a bit and remember why I was there... to witness the beauty of the land and I wasn’t gonna let some douche canoe ruin it for me...
Until we found Rich/NorCalFJR and his lovely bride, Nikki... we almost missed meeting up with them but timing worked out just perfect...
Our route took us around the lake headed toward Beartooth Pass...
And the lovebirds took a moment to enjoy the moment...
Better with visors up next time...
On we went...
Based on our experience, the best time to visit Yellowstone is earlier in the day... later in the day, traffic gets thicker and slow moving and totally clueless drivers become more prevalent... after following one those clueless motorhome drivers at 20 mph and not heeding any of the turnouts, I had had enough and pulled over to cool down a bit and remember why I was there... to witness the beauty of the land and I wasn’t gonna let some douche canoe ruin it for me...
Not another Douche Canoe!?
As much as I'm enjoying the saga, that made me laugh out loud.
Thanks again!
As much as I'm enjoying the saga, that made me laugh out loud.
Thanks again!
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We came across a few folks pulled over on the side of the road...
And slowed a bit to see what they were looking at... can you see them in the fields??
More views along the way... we had seen a couple of bison but they were fairly far away... Marie decided to stop and get a closer look but Rich, Nikki and I pressed forward...
Yellowstone sure is a beautiful place...
As we came closer to the end of the park, I was a bit disappointed at the thought that would be the extent of the wildlife sightings but not much longer along the way, we started to witness the bison... this guy was just chillin’
A couple more...
And then we came across a big herd grazing and drinking out of a creek running along the road... these suckers are HUGE and luckily we didn’t get stuck behind completely stopped traffic... we rolled slowly through and I snapped a couple of pics from the bike as we passed them... really impressive beasts!
We continued on our merry way headed for Beartooth... this would be an especially memorable run over this pass as it was one that I was supposed to do back in 2009 before I got sidetracked... I had ridden pillion with a friend in 2011 but this would be the first time I would make the run on my own power...
And slowed a bit to see what they were looking at... can you see them in the fields??
More views along the way... we had seen a couple of bison but they were fairly far away... Marie decided to stop and get a closer look but Rich, Nikki and I pressed forward...
Yellowstone sure is a beautiful place...
As we came closer to the end of the park, I was a bit disappointed at the thought that would be the extent of the wildlife sightings but not much longer along the way, we started to witness the bison... this guy was just chillin’
A couple more...
And then we came across a big herd grazing and drinking out of a creek running along the road... these suckers are HUGE and luckily we didn’t get stuck behind completely stopped traffic... we rolled slowly through and I snapped a couple of pics from the bike as we passed them... really impressive beasts!
We continued on our merry way headed for Beartooth... this would be an especially memorable run over this pass as it was one that I was supposed to do back in 2009 before I got sidetracked... I had ridden pillion with a friend in 2011 but this would be the first time I would make the run on my own power...
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Fontanaman
Robin Trower
Most awesome Tyler.
Great stuff Tyler
We stopped off in Cooke City to hydrate and gas up and then started our ascent onto Beartooth Hwy... it was a bit breezy and cool which made for perfect riding...
We were also fortunate to pretty much have the road to ourselves...
Just stunning...
Before we knew it, we had reached the Top of the World which of course has a store to purchase trinkets, t-shirts, and stickers... yes, I did partake in my part in keeping the store alive...
From where we came...
The wind was blowing pretty good at the top and you could hear this whirly-gig whipping around furiously...
We didn’t dilly dally too long as we knew our friends were gathering in Red Lodge and were looking forward to seeing them... so on we went over the spectacular Beartooth Hwy...
The downhill section... wheeeeee!!
We arrived at the motel and could see that there were a good many folks who had already arrived... I found my room pretty quickly... so named for the ladies that would be sharing the suite for the weekend and in memory of our Hubba Hubba Master... I'm sure this would have been his favorite room to visit...
I unloaded, had a quick shower to freshen up, and then headed into town with a few folks for dinner at a Mexican place called Bogart’s... one of my very favorite parts of these gatherings is seeing friends from all over the US and picking up like it was yesterday that we had seen each other...
I also got to see a friend who used to live in the Bay Area but moved to WY a couple of years ago, Nick (aka Moose which you can understand how he got that nickname by the size of his paws!) which was an added treat for the day...
We were also fortunate to pretty much have the road to ourselves...
Just stunning...
Before we knew it, we had reached the Top of the World which of course has a store to purchase trinkets, t-shirts, and stickers... yes, I did partake in my part in keeping the store alive...
From where we came...
The wind was blowing pretty good at the top and you could hear this whirly-gig whipping around furiously...
We didn’t dilly dally too long as we knew our friends were gathering in Red Lodge and were looking forward to seeing them... so on we went over the spectacular Beartooth Hwy...
The downhill section... wheeeeee!!
We arrived at the motel and could see that there were a good many folks who had already arrived... I found my room pretty quickly... so named for the ladies that would be sharing the suite for the weekend and in memory of our Hubba Hubba Master... I'm sure this would have been his favorite room to visit...
I unloaded, had a quick shower to freshen up, and then headed into town with a few folks for dinner at a Mexican place called Bogart’s... one of my very favorite parts of these gatherings is seeing friends from all over the US and picking up like it was yesterday that we had seen each other...
I also got to see a friend who used to live in the Bay Area but moved to WY a couple of years ago, Nick (aka Moose which you can understand how he got that nickname by the size of his paws!) which was an added treat for the day...
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Mr Bill
Old Dog
Ho boy that picture makes my hair stand on end!the Now.
Things like that in life make every day seem like an encore. Thanks for sharing the great pics and stories.
And what BikerGeek said. About time!
escapefjrtist
Searching for Dry Roads
...thanks T !
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Mudslide Miller
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Great stuff, as always T. I look forward to the day when I can get a good DSLR. Your photos make all mine, from my first digital dinosaur, look like crap. Your pics are always so vibrant and colorful. Awesome, awesome stuff!! Look forward to seeing all your NAFO pics as well. And for WIW, sorry about the job loss. Just enjoy the time off, while you have it.
Hugs,
Gary
Hugs,
Gary
hppants
Well-known member
I love the road shots of Beartooth pass. I want to be there on my bike NOW.
On popular scenic roads, national parks, etc., sometimes I get conflicted on the bike with the traffic. On the one hand, I want to be able to stop often and look around. I want to breathe in and really absorb the environment. But OTOH, if there is a lot of traffic, with limited opportunities to pass the RV train going 20 under, I sometimes pass up stopping opportunities. I don't want to get stuck behind the RV train AGAIN. Gear up and gear down - put it on, take it off. I know that this line of thinking is stupid. Take your time - enjoy, scratch, and sniff. But admittedly sometimes, I get caught up in it.
Your pictures show a mostly desolate road - a perfect riding day. I can just feel any inkling of tension melted away.
Envious to be absolutely sure.
On popular scenic roads, national parks, etc., sometimes I get conflicted on the bike with the traffic. On the one hand, I want to be able to stop often and look around. I want to breathe in and really absorb the environment. But OTOH, if there is a lot of traffic, with limited opportunities to pass the RV train going 20 under, I sometimes pass up stopping opportunities. I don't want to get stuck behind the RV train AGAIN. Gear up and gear down - put it on, take it off. I know that this line of thinking is stupid. Take your time - enjoy, scratch, and sniff. But admittedly sometimes, I get caught up in it.
Your pictures show a mostly desolate road - a perfect riding day. I can just feel any inkling of tension melted away.
Envious to be absolutely sure.
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Panman
Well-known member
This picture makes me smile, it makes me think of the time in the back seat of Dad's 56 Olds driving thru at dusk and seeing the wild life and folks fly fishing. I wish I could have that memory in a photo taken by you! That was the year Earthquake Lake was formed, we had camped at Rock Creek just a few days before.
This picture seems so Idyllic, no force to it and so peaceful. It's amazing how something so peaceful can be so powerful as just a few mile north is the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone and the three water falls. https://www.yellowstonepark.com/3-waterfalls-of-the-grand-canyon-of-yellowstone/
Keep on taking me on these rides Tyler, they are enjoyed.
Top_Speed1
Panama Canal Crosser
AWESOME as usual Tyler, thank you for sharing, and more, more, more........
(please!)
(please!)
