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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: Steve on September 11, 2016, 03:03:42 AM
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Road Trip! We leave tomorrow!
We were gone 42 days last year, but I don't think it will be quite as long this time. Probably around a month. Like last year, we will leave from the Cleveland, Ohio area and head west. Unlike last year, we won't be making the trip to Seattle in four days of mind-numbing interstate driving. Our daughter saw all the great places we explored on our return trip last year, and asked if we could leave earlier so she could see some this time.
We will most likely head across Iowa again, but continue west across Nebraska instead of up to Sioux Falls and across South Dakota like last time. Then wander our way northwestward to take in several state and national parks.
I'll be posting photos on Instagram, which will then be shared to Facebook if you'd like to follow along.
Instagram: https://instagram.com/explore_the_usa/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExploringTheUSA
(Please do not reference or link to anything that might identify me or my location closer than northern Ohio.)
This is our general route headed west. I don't know where we'll go on the return trip.
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Vacations/2016-Cross-Country-Adventure/i-hRHJdqS/0/XL/Steve%20%26%20Deb_s%202016%20Cross-Country%20Adventure%20%7C%20OVERLAND%20BOUND%20COMMUNITY-XL.jpg)
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Have fun - and don't get arrested.
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Dear Steve, Blick, and WeatherCat road trip warriors, . . .
Road Trip! We leave tomorrow!
;) . . . . Yeah, but you forgot to get yourself a vintage travel trailer again! . . . . . . (http://www.canebas.org/WeatherCat/Forum_support_documents/Custom_emoticons/travel-trailer-smiley.gif)
Seriously, have a great time and do pop in on the forum when you have a chance!
Cheers, Edouard [cheers1]
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We made it to Davenport, Iowa today. We'll head to Lincoln, Nebraska tomorrow to meet up with one of Claire's friends.
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Uploading photos of the past couple days now that I have an Internet connection that isn't dial-up speed... We are in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho tonight, and will reach Seattle tomorrow.
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Steve, just checked out your Facebook postings and photos. Looks like you are having a blast. I too have owned both a Subaru and a 4-Runner. For me, the 4-Runner was way more comfortable, but the Subaru handled much better on snow and ice. Interested in your take. Keep on posting.
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Steve:
We know your are on the road but last year when you were on the road you upgraded to El Capitan. Are you running macOS Sierra yet?
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Steve:
We know your are on the road but last year when you were on the road you upgraded to El Capitan. Are you running macOS Sierra yet?
I upgraded while on the road last year?!?! That doesn't ring a bell, but I forget a lot of things these days. That seems pretty bold! If so, I'm not doing it this time.
We are in Bellingham, Washington at this time. We got Claire all moved into her apartment, and have left Seattle behind. I don't like cities much, and Seattle is way to busy for me. We don't have any firm plans yet, but will keep you up to date on where we are.
The 4Runner has been very comfortable, and we went on a trail in the Tetons that I don't think I would have taken the Outback on. The 4Runner didn't even blink at some of the rougher areas. We'll see next winter how it handles snow. It will be hard to beat the AWD Subaru offers.
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We've been wandering around a lot since my last posting here. Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and now Utah. John, I'm just NW of you in Tremonton. We'll be in the SLC area for 2-3 days, and then head east, either via I-70 or I-80. If I-70, we might end up in your neighborhood. It'd be nice to stop and say hi! No promises at this point, though.
Instagram: https://instagram.com/explore_the_usa/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExploringTheUSA
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My brother in law, just retired who is 61 biked (bicycle) from LA across the US to the Atlantic ocean. That is an accomplishment.
My wife and I have driven from Iowa to Nova Scotia 3 times , as far as Cheticamp.
Nothing beats a road trip, but being 61 years old, with a pacemaker and bicycling says more to me. Geez makes me tired considering it.
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Steve:
Would love to see you if it works out; understand if it doesn't. We live about 10 miles east of Heber City, which is 20 miles south of Park City, which is 20 miles east of Salt Lake City. I'll PM you my mobile number.
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Be careful in Iowa, Eastern Iowa, a lot of flooding going on, but by the time you get there, the water should be down.
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Dear Steve, Weatheraardvark, Blick, and WeatherCat adventurers, . . .
We've been wandering around a lot since my last posting here. Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and now Utah.
Glad that you and Deb are having another great adventure! [tup]
My brother in law, just retired who is 61 biked (bicycle) from LA across the US to the Atlantic ocean. That is an accomplishment.
That's quite journey but these days I don't know if it is all that safe purely from the way that cars and bicycles no longer mix. I used to do a lot of cycling in my area but had to give it up because bad drivers and too many cyclists who also weren't the most polite or skilled. Riding in an area that you know well gives you a leg up on the potential danger spots. Riding across the country these days would be something that would frighten me.
Cheers, Edouard
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Dear Steve, Weatheraardvark, Blick, and WeatherCat adventurers, . . .
We've been wandering around a lot since my last posting here. Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and now Utah.
Glad that you and Deb are having another great adventure! [tup]
My brother in law, just retired who is 61 biked (bicycle) from LA across the US to the Atlantic ocean. That is an accomplishment.
That's quite journey but these days I don't know if it is all that safe purely from the way that cars and bicycles no longer mix. I used to do a lot of cycling in my area but had to give it up because bad drivers and too many cyclists who also weren't the most polite or skilled. Riding in an area that you know well gives you a leg up on the potential danger spots. Riding across the country these days would be something that would frighten me.
Cheers, Edouard
He followed historic Route 66 the whole way. He blogged along and met a lot of folks that biked from other countries. Bike travel is great, but motorists and two legged pond scum are a fright it seems. Anyway, Have a great trip, enjoy. Nothing beats a road trip.
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My wife and I met Steve and his wife tonight in Heber City, where they bought our dinner! We had a wonderful time getting better acquainted with one another. We covered lots of topics, including some of you because you were not there to defend yourselves. :)
Steve has been a very helpful resource on the forum for years and it was a treat to meet him in person.
From a historical perspective, this was the first ever meeting of two WeatherCatters face to face in Utah. It was a very enjoyable experience and we are pleased to have become a very small part of Steve and Deb's 2016 Cross Country Adventure. Thanks for a great night out Steve.
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You are very welcome, John, and it was such a pleasure to meet you both. We enjoyed the company and the wonderful food, and I'm very glad we were able to get together!
Steve
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Dear Blick, Steve, and WeatherCat adventurers, . . . .
My wife and I met Steve and his wife tonight in Heber City, where they bought our dinner! We had a wonderful time getting better acquainted with one another.
Glad to hear it! [cheer] We feel like "old friends" but I'm sure it would be an experience to meet anyone of you in person.
We covered lots of topics, including some of you because you were not there to defend yourselves. :)
*Gulp!* I do hope it was nothing that couldn't be mentioned in mixed company! (http://www.canebas.org/WeatherCat/Forum_support_documents/Custom_emoticons/eek2.gif)
Cheers, Edouard [cheers1]
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Here are a bunch of photos since the last dump.
16.56 miles of trail in Grand Teton National Park
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Columbia River Wild Horses Overlook
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Along the Skagit River on the way to North Cascades National Park
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North Cascades NP
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Deb's birthday!
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Grand Coulee Dam
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Somewhere in eastern Washington on WA 21
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Cracked windscreen...
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Malad Gorge State Park, Idaho
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Temple Square, Salt Lake City, Utah
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Golden Spike National Historic Site
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Along the driving tour of the Golden Spike site
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Dinosaur National Monument, Utah/Colorado border
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Here's our route as of this coming Saturday night. We'll be in Loveland, Colorado
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Dear Steve and WeatherCat fans of beautiful scenery,
Here are a bunch of photos since the last dump.
Thanks for sharing the beautiful pictures!
However, I must confess I especially like one picture in particular . . . .
Golden Spike National Historic Site
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Just one of those things I guess!! (http://www.canebas.org/WeatherCat/Forum_support_documents/Custom_emoticons/train-emoticon.gif)
Cheers, Edouard [cheers1]
P.S. Sorry about the crack in the windshield. The perils of a road trip.
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We are slowly moving east, trying to stay to backroads as much as possible. Since leaving Salt Lake City, we have only been on the Interstate for 26 miles, and Monday had about 90 miles of packed dirt/gravel road on old US 40. :)
(http://www.morrisgarage.com/skitch/Traveling_the_USA_-_Fall_2016_-_Google_Maps-20161005-220758.jpg)
Heading toward St Louis, then up to Hannibal, and across the middle of Illinois and Indiana over the next few days.
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Nice pics posted on Facebook. Were those videos on your big camera or your phone? :)
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Videos from the phone. Still figuring out the settings on the camera...
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(http://www.morrisgarage.com/skitch/Traveling_the_USA_-_Fall_2016_-_Google_Maps-20161010-113610.jpg)
Day 29, 9:18 PM EDT We're back home in NE Ohio! We drove 6785.5 miles, and according to the onboard computer, averaged 16.6 miles. The 4Runner now has 10,063 miles on the odometer, and has performed flawlessly. Time for the 10K service.
And we continued with the no interstates travel, adding about 30 miles total over the last three states. That's less than 100 miles from Salt Lake City to Cleveland, and about 300 miles since leaving Seattle. We drove approximately 120 miles of no-paved roads.
We had a wonderful trip, saw some amazing things, and ate too much fantastic food. Thanks to everyone who has followed along with us, and to the new folks who've found us during our travels.
We don't know what or when the next adventure will be, but continue following to find out.
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Welcome home! Thanks for all the pics.
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Welcome home! Thanks for all the pics.
x2!!
Cheers, Edouard