View from the Harley |
Michael and George |
TR and George. I told them this pic was going on the net |
While I'm on the McMurtry subject, are you familiar with his son James? I think this guy is terrific and have seen him in person several times. I'm impressed with the father and the son. Way to go McMurtry's.
One of my very favorite parts of this loop we just made was Fort Davis on Saturday night. We met quite a few characters, heard some sad stories about the fire, and just had a mellow evening. We stayed at the Stone Village Tourist Camp.click here It was built back in the 30s and has been recently renovated. I thought my little room was so cool. The front wall and front door were made of screen. It was very cool with a light breeze at night, which makes sleeping perfect.
Stone Village Tourist Camp |
5" gash and the side-walls still hold. Thank God. |
We left relatively early Sunday morning, skipped breakfast for a bigger lunch later on, when this happened. I'm about 4 miles south of Pecos, Texas on Highway 17. It's one of those things that every motorcycle rider dreads. I had a rear blowout doing 70 miles an hour. I have owned and ridden motorcycles for over 45 years. I've never had a flat on a parked motorcycle, much less one at highway speed. I didn't really have time to get scared, just trying to hang on and get my bike stopped. I finally hired a guy to come get me from Odessa. He brought a dually truck and trailer, loaded me and the Harley up, and took us to town. I spent the night in a motel and the Harley spent the night the garage. Monday at lunch, I was back on the road, headed home. Here's a few more pictures of the trip.
Rio Grande |
I love Texas! |
Mighty Fine! |
Michael
You toured on bike what I consider the best places in Texas to ride Two Wheels . I always loved smelling the desert smells and the crisp air as you climb up our of the River area to Marfa or Alpine. AND the change in Temperature.
ReplyDeleteSure am glad you handled that flat. That had to be a scary little bit till you got it stopped. Like you, never had a flat on a bike while moving.
Great pics Michael but a blow out at 70mph would have scared the livin' crap outta me !!
ReplyDeleteBen-Some of my favorite parts of Texas.
ReplyDeleteSassy-I didn't have time to get scared. I'm glad the tire held so my rim didn't get damaged. Dunlop makes a great m/c tire. What scared me was the $560 repair bill!
Great pictures! Blowouts are one of my top fears. We have yet to experience one. Glad you are safe!<>Nicole<>
ReplyDeleteThank you Nicole. Instinct kind of takes over. Hope you guys don't ever have to try it.
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