piratemonkey 0 Posted September 29, 2011 We're currently in Auburn. Still doing a lot of dirt. Weather is getting hotter so we're looking into switching to more pavement so we don't kill Simon, who has been a real trooper. Going through Death Valley is definitely out. Yesterday afternoon we went through Yuba City, which is the biggest place we've been in ages -- tons of aggravating stoplights! The redwoods have been my favorite part of the trip. I never cease to remain in awe of them. The Soda Creek store at Lake Pillsbury was home to a ton of cats. This one was the friendliest cat I've ever encountered. Burned section of Mendocino National Forest. Trees without leaves/needles = great visibility through the turns! This is what happens when you forget you have side bags. I was riding the rut when I rammed into the fence thingy and nearly tore the bag off. You do laundry whenever and whenever you can. The dangers of doing laundry wherever you can. Western side of mountains heading towards Williams on I-5. It got a lot hotter and drier. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piratemonkey 0 Posted September 29, 2011 Miles logged after 20 days: 3,263. About 800 miles left?... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 559 Posted September 29, 2011 Ah yes....one of the main reasons we carry water purification units with us in the back country, instead of imagining that we can just dip our Sierra cup into the creek and sip pristine water. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkug 146 Posted September 29, 2011 Good to hear from you two again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wonderwoman 0 Posted September 29, 2011 Love those Redwoods. It always feels like our ancestors are watching over us in those places. Happy to see that Simon is doing so well. I've never seen a cat jump on a motorcycle before! A new meaning to the word "friendly". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DustyRock 0 Posted October 1, 2011 You have got to be friken kidden me ? How can you contort yourself like that & not hurt yourself ? http://www.dualsport-sd.com/forums/uploads/monthly_09_2011/post-1009-075093600%201316661987_thumb.jpg Bravo ! What a champ to endure that stuff. Kudos to Wayne & Simon. BTW nice write-up Respect !!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piratemonkey 0 Posted October 3, 2011 You have got to be friken kidden me ? How can you contort yourself like that & not hurt yourself ? The photo taking only stops when the screaming and/or crying begins. Otherwise, everything is fair game! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piratemonkey 0 Posted October 3, 2011 We're almost home. We're in Big Bear at the Motel 6; didn't want to grind out the last bunch of miles today. Our asses deserve a break. Last few random pics... Loaded bikes are fun fun fun in deep sand. Simon does not understand the sanctity of the "Think Tank." A visit to The Pinnacles. Adventurers will sit and eat anywhere. Heading into Death Valley. Cloud cover is always a plus there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stomp944 0 Posted October 3, 2011 Wow, guys - epic!! Enjoy your last riding day today and the well-deserved break once back home. Thanks for sharing the pics in advance, and looking forward to the write-up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beezzz 6 Posted October 3, 2011 Great write up. We enjoyed the voyage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racebob 0 Posted October 5, 2011 Wayne and Zina Great ride, Quite an undertaking. My question - if you did it again, would simon get in the back pack? Bob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piratemonkey 0 Posted October 5, 2011 Wayne and Zina Great ride, Quite an undertaking. My question - if you did it again, would simon get in the back pack? Bob I tested him today by breaking out the backpack -- he willingly jumped in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHunter 15 Posted October 6, 2011 If he was just a little Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piratemonkey 0 Posted October 6, 2011 If he was just a little Re Dog: "Easier to get along with than a girlfriend and a little less expensive." I like that guy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites