My epic ride

[Monty]

Well...epic for me, anyway. Last Monday morning, on the spur of the moment, I decided to head west, on one of those head-clearing rides...badly needed. The stresses of life were getting to me, and I needed some serious time in the wind, all by myself, to think. I also needed to see something majestic. After the first day, I decided to make Pike's Peak my goal. I had never ridden that far west, so I decided to go for it. I rode out there, rode up to the peak, and rode back home on Friday. 2800 miles for me. It was hot on the way back, but I'd do it all over again. It was well worth it. If you've never climbed Pike's Peak on a motorcycle, I highly recommend it...unless you have asthma. I smoked for 35 years, and quit last January. I had a little trouble breathing, but nothing I couldn't handle. I took an atlas...no GPS...I never even turned the radio on. It was just me, my Venture & the wind. I listened to her purr all 2800 miles, and was never happier. She has 97k on her now, and is still like a new bike. No hiccups, whatsoever. Oh well, my head is much clearer, I am happier, and I got to add 4 more states to my riding map. Angel & I got up this morning & rode for blueberry pancakes. All is right in my world again.

 

[MJ44]

Congratulations on getting an idea and just going for it! Great photos, too!

[etcswjoe]

I would love to just get on the bike and go west, it's only 1700 miles for me each way. Great pics too.

[Yammer Dan]

I had a snowball fight up there in 1971. Did the drive up in a 1950 Chevy. Had to pull over at checkpoints and let the brakes cool down on the way back down. Went Rock Climbing in the Garden of The Gods. I doubt if they let you do that anymore. Wish I could remember my Buddies name that made that climb with me. Would be great to see if he is still around.

[cowpuc]

TOTALLY AWESOME MONTY!!! :clap2::dancefool:

Look at those GORGEOUS pics:thumbsup: and think of all the cash you saved by getting a mental massage without paying the big dollars for some head shrinker!!! Plus, you get to come on here and share the therapy with all your buddies.. Plus, plus - your scoot really loves you now!!! Plus, plus, plus - YOU and your scoot just proved once again the deeper meaning of why we ride!!

 

THANKS FOR SHARING MONTY!!

[CaptainJoe]

I went to Colorado last year... will probably take a trip out there again next year...Glad you enjoyed it. I for one never enjoyed group riding. Too much bickering and drama. Anything more than 3 or 4 bikes takes the fun out of it.