HOW Days 18 and 19
Meeker, Co to Clayton, NM to Colleyville, TX
We used 2 days to get back home. First day we did over 530 miles (850 kms) and the second day 470 miles (755 kms).
As my tires had taken quite a beating, I decided to stop in Denver and change tires. To get there we took Interstate 70 (in Colorado) which is probably one of the most scenic Interstates in the country. We crossed Glenwood Canyon which was under construction due to flood damage and also rode close to Breckenridge and Vail and did Vail Pass. We also crossed Eisenhower Tunnel which at an elevation of 11,158 Feet (3,401 m) is one of the highest vehicular tunnels in the world.
In order to change the tires, I had to remove both wheels from the GSA and then put them back. A down GSA on the parking lot was a sight to see and had many talks about the bike, its capability and ruggedness.
After putting the new tires on, rode south to Clayton, NM and passed Raton Pass. The trip from Raton, NM to Clayton, NM was done at night and as usual in these circumstances I found a “rabbit” (car that goes at the right speed) and followed close by to protect me from deer on the road. It worked well and arrived in one piece.
For the second day we all travelled together, Bill rode on his KTM 1190 and Dave and Mitch drove in the truck carrying their 690’s.
We ate in a Subway along the way and made good time to arrive home just before 5pm local time.
Make Life a Ride !
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