I just got back from a quick round trip to Lake City, 1012 miles (1600 kms at least) in 20 hours and 51 minutes from my house. I hope the Iron Butt people are impressed when I send them all my receipts and log and witness forms and on and on and on. Check their website if you've not heard of them. They are maniacs and motorcycle nerds all rolled up into one, so what they will do with me heaven only knows.
http://www.ironbutt.com/about/default.cfm
http://www.ironbutt.com/about/default.cfm
I am in surprisingly good fettle but want to eat and sleep and not download pictures right now. The Bonneville was perfect, but I did learn that cruising at 75+ miles per hour (120km/h) sucks up the gas at the rate of 40 miles per gallon (16 km/liter) instead of my usual 43-45.
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kiss my iron butt.
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kiss my iron butt.
8 comments:
Congratulations on your achievement. Sometimes I think I want to join the iron butt club, but then I remember that I'm really too lazy to do it. So I'll cheer on those who aspire to it instead. Enjoy your nap - you've earned it.
Sounds like a great trip. Amusingly enough, my last trip to Key West showed, according to my in-car computer, that I got better gas mileage at 90 mph, than at the mandated 55-70 mph! And that's with a 13 year-old BWM!
I always enjoy your postings.
Diana
Dear Conch:
I was as thrilled as all get out when I read your post tonight. You have my deepest respect and admiration.
I take my hat off to you, and to the great bike that helped you accomplished this run.
Congratulations.
Fondest regards, and with envy...
Jack • reep • Toad
Twisted Roads
I'll bet Florida is not as hilly... or windy...
__Orin
Scootin' Old Skool
bravo!!! ive done this type of miles but failed to follow the rules and get my paperwork together for IBA cert., to my later dismay. rest your butt, and arms, and back, and legs...lol... you deserve it. :)
You're insane!!
In a good way. I feel quite well but rather sleepy even the day after.
I agree, insane in a good way. I'm envious, but I can also imagine the various aches and fatigue from such a long time in the saddle. I'm glad you're recovering well.
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