Update: Well, our trip is booked and we are flying out in late June to finally start our ride. Decided to ship the bikes out to the east coast with the HOG shipping group.. So far, like the customer service and looking forward to seeing the delivery service to either recommend or to grumble about. Admittingly, was a bit taken back when we still had to locate, contact and arrange the drop off arrangements with the Harley dealership for our destination, but that was okay too as it gave us a chance to talk to the dealership in advance. We decided not to rush the trip and are taking 3 weeks to enjoy the ride, scenery and people. What I'm looking for input on now is...we want to take some camping gear and try to spend a night or two (here and there) on river beds, lakes or really cool camping spots. Any suggestions on where to go? Passing through CT, NY, OH, IL, WI, TN, AR,OK, TX & AZ.
p.s I'm allergic to man eating bears, snakes and big spiders.
Selina you will be all right in Ohio, as far as the bears. The dog-gone coyotes might keep you awake though.
Where in NY and CT are you traveling through? I live in Copake Falls, NY which is on th Ct., Mass and NY border. There is a great camp ground right around the corner from me. It is part of the Taconic State Park system. The one by me is called Bash Bish Falls. There are bears in the area, but I haven't heard much about any coming into the camp ground yet. Its too early in the season I guess.
Where in NY and CT are you traveling through?
Hello sidetrack, we'll be starting in Hartford, CT and heading north towards Springfield, MA. Then cross over on 90 towards Rochestor. Looks like we'll be about 20-25 miles north of where you are when we cross over, but not too far off. thanks for tip and we'll keep it in mind.
Selina
There might be a more boring way to cross NY than Rt 90 but I have yet to find it. I hate it everybody drives 20 above the limit & you spend most of the trip scanning for law enforcement.
Try route 20 if you want to pass near Rochester. A lot slower but your get to see a lot more.
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Consider using the Southern I86/Rt. 17 way along the PA border
Back on Page 1 Lucky mentioned not going into antique stores anymore. Lucky, it gets worse...soon the stuff you threw out will be on Antique Road Show at 25K plus and you'll beat yourself into a coma. Don't go into antique stores anymore or except on rare occasion will I watch Antique Road Show. Now I have an attic full of "stuff" for my grandkids to store sometime down the road.
99Savage, thanks for the tip. We have heard not so good reviews about Rt 90 like, many toll stops and locals who are used to them simply fly through them. Since we would have no idea what the toll fee's are and may need to stop, may get rear ended. Looking for a site or map to show where the tolls are and prices, so that we can be prepared. I'll take a look at your suggestions for the other routes. This is one (of many) once of lifetime ride and I want to see as much as possible. Thanks!
