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Mar 3, 2015 | 01:09 PM

duckbagger

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Tahoe?

I'm planning a Tahoe trip for July, two baggers--two couples. Looking for good places to stay, attractions to see, and of course can't-miss rides. Any input would be appreciated.

Mar 3, 2015 | 01:32 PM

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Just being in Tahoe all by itself is pretty cool, when I'm there I don't really feel compelled to do much (laying around the pool,drinking,napping,etc.).However riding around the lake is fun, I manage to do it a couple or three times every time I go. Definately go to Red Hut for breakfast.I like to stay at Inn by the Lake but that's where we went for our honeymoon so it's personal thing.The view is fantastic but there may be nicer,better or cheaper places to stay.

Mar 3, 2015 | 01:44 PM

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Take the slow ride around the lake (maybe one of the prettiest places on earth). South shore is where the "happening" is to stay. Mt rose is a good short ride. Virginia City is a pretty kool place to kill a day. If ya got another day take 89 down to 4, over to 49 (maybe lunch in Murphys) and back to 89 on 88. Oh and the view from Echo summit on 50 is fantastic.

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Mar 3, 2015 | 02:15 PM

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Thanks. I've got the lake ride and Virginia City on the ride list, but the 89-4-49-88 ride looks good too. I like loops.

Mar 3, 2015 | 03:18 PM

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I road around the Lake last September and it was nice but due to construction, tons of traffic, and high day-time temps it isn't something I'd do again. Once was enough. That being said the area up there is amazing for riding. Check out the roads above Truckee, CA and into Quincy - you'll find never ending winding beautiful roads and you'll never run out of low traffic scenic pavement.

Mar 3, 2015 | 03:29 PM

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I have a cabin for rent on the west shore near homewood. PM me and I'll give you my number.

Mar 3, 2015 | 06:57 PM

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A good loop would be Incline Village, up and over Mount Rose to Virginia City, then go back down the south side and take 395 to Minden / Gardenerville NV. The Carson Valley is beautiful. From there take Kingsbury grade back up to Tahoe. There are places on that road where it looks like you're in an airplane.

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