From Illinois to Las Vegas
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From Illinois to Las Vegas
Has anyone riden from Illinois to Las Vegas in June? If i go i will be solo so I need a safe great scenic route. Would like to stay off the interstate as much as possible. I hear the tornado belt iswild this time of year. Would like to get there in 4 days if possible.
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RE: From Illinois to Las Vegas
I-55 south to Springfield, then I-72 west to Hannibal Mo. Nicetown, with a lot of history. From there, you can take US 36 all that way across Missouri, and Kansas. Lotta small, older towns along 36, and at least on the Missouri side, it has been repaved within the past few years. In western Kansas, you can drop back down to I-70, and continue towards Denver...after that.....hopefully somebody that lives out that way can chime in !!
Yes, Kansas sees alot of tornados.....but, the vast majority of those are in unpopulated areas, given the fact that most of Kansas is farm and prairie land.Doesn't mean you WON'T see one, but I wouldn't let the fear of em stop you from taking your trip!
Yes, Kansas sees alot of tornados.....but, the vast majority of those are in unpopulated areas, given the fact that most of Kansas is farm and prairie land.Doesn't mean you WON'T see one, but I wouldn't let the fear of em stop you from taking your trip!
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RE: From Illinois to Las Vegas
I'm going out on a limb here, but, all ya need to know is WEST! And, where's the next gas station! Keep it simple, you'll have a great time
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RE: From Illinois to Las Vegas
ORIGINAL: CSI Topeka
Yes, Kansas sees alot of tornados.....but, the vast majority of those are in unpopulated areas, given the fact that most of Kansas is farm and prairie land.Doesn't mean you WON'T see one, but I wouldn't let the fear of em stop you from taking your trip!
Yes, Kansas sees alot of tornados.....but, the vast majority of those are in unpopulated areas, given the fact that most of Kansas is farm and prairie land.Doesn't mean you WON'T see one, but I wouldn't let the fear of em stop you from taking your trip!
You might look into following the old RT66 (I40) many places to jump off and do some sight seeing.
Hot Bike Bagger magazine has been running a series on this the last few months.
The series "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" on the food network seems to have alot of stops on RT66 also!
Four days will fly by!!!
Have fun and enjoy!!!
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RE: From Illinois to Las Vegas
Mexico, Arizona & Nevada can be HOT in June - Sept
Drink lots of water & take one or a few in the bike...
Drink lots of water & take one or a few in the bike...
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RE: From Illinois to Las Vegas
Been thinking I want to make that same trip as well. I will be watching here to see what ideas come up. Riding through any desert might be the tough part. I know I saw another thread in here somewhere that was discussing some great tips for staying cool while doing that. Have a safe trip and take notes and lots of pictures.
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RE: From Illinois to Las Vegas
ORIGINAL: CSI Topeka
I-55 south to Springfield, then I-72 west to Hannibal Mo. Nicetown, with a lot of history. From there, you can take US 36 all that way across Missouri, and Kansas. Lotta small, older towns along 36, and at least on the Missouri side, it has been repaved within the past few years. In western Kansas, you can drop back down to I-70, and continue towards Denver...after that.....hopefully somebody that lives out that way can chime in !!
Yes, Kansas sees alot of tornados.....but, the vast majority of those are in unpopulated areas, given the fact that most of Kansas is farm and prairie land.Doesn't mean you WON'T see one, but I wouldn't let the fear of em stop you from taking your trip!
I know you said you didn't like interstates, but I-70 through Colorado from Denver to Utah is really cool. Over the continental divide at the Eisenhower Tunnel, Vail Pass, and Glenwood Canyon are breathtaking to folks from lower altitudes. It's usually cool up there, you'll see a lot of snow off of the road even in June. Into Utah on 70 you'll go from Green River to Salina 110 miles, no services, and beautiful rock formations. I -70 ends at Old Cove Fort Utah and I -15 heads on through the desert. About St. George Utah the scenery turns red as you ride toward Nevada. I love the scenery, but that's where it gets HOT! Nevada, well it's hot and ugly through Mesquite to Vegas. There are other routes but at least one way I think you'd enjoy this one. It's about 775 miles from Denver to Vegas.
I-55 south to Springfield, then I-72 west to Hannibal Mo. Nicetown, with a lot of history. From there, you can take US 36 all that way across Missouri, and Kansas. Lotta small, older towns along 36, and at least on the Missouri side, it has been repaved within the past few years. In western Kansas, you can drop back down to I-70, and continue towards Denver...after that.....hopefully somebody that lives out that way can chime in !!
Yes, Kansas sees alot of tornados.....but, the vast majority of those are in unpopulated areas, given the fact that most of Kansas is farm and prairie land.Doesn't mean you WON'T see one, but I wouldn't let the fear of em stop you from taking your trip!
I know you said you didn't like interstates, but I-70 through Colorado from Denver to Utah is really cool. Over the continental divide at the Eisenhower Tunnel, Vail Pass, and Glenwood Canyon are breathtaking to folks from lower altitudes. It's usually cool up there, you'll see a lot of snow off of the road even in June. Into Utah on 70 you'll go from Green River to Salina 110 miles, no services, and beautiful rock formations. I -70 ends at Old Cove Fort Utah and I -15 heads on through the desert. About St. George Utah the scenery turns red as you ride toward Nevada. I love the scenery, but that's where it gets HOT! Nevada, well it's hot and ugly through Mesquite to Vegas. There are other routes but at least one way I think you'd enjoy this one. It's about 775 miles from Denver to Vegas.
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RE: From Illinois to Las Vegas
ORIGINAL: kwoozn
......and for heavens sake, if you do see one don't try doing 80mph in our state to outrun them!!
You might look into following the old RT66 (I40) many places to jump off and do some sight seeing.
Hot Bike Bagger magazine has been running a series on this the last few months.
The series "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" on the food network seems to have alot of stops on RT66 also!
Four days will fly by!!!
Have fun and enjoy!!!
ORIGINAL: CSI Topeka
Yes, Kansas sees alot of tornados.....but, the vast majority of those are in unpopulated areas, given the fact that most of Kansas is farm and prairie land.Doesn't mean you WON'T see one, but I wouldn't let the fear of em stop you from taking your trip!
Yes, Kansas sees alot of tornados.....but, the vast majority of those are in unpopulated areas, given the fact that most of Kansas is farm and prairie land.Doesn't mean you WON'T see one, but I wouldn't let the fear of em stop you from taking your trip!
You might look into following the old RT66 (I40) many places to jump off and do some sight seeing.
Hot Bike Bagger magazine has been running a series on this the last few months.
The series "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" on the food network seems to have alot of stops on RT66 also!
Four days will fly by!!!
Have fun and enjoy!!!