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    RE: Hatchers Pass If you are going to be in Palmer--you should take the drive to the top and back. Your only about 10 miles from the entry road. This part is paved all the way to Independence Mine--then gravel road. I would NOT recommend going over the pass to Willow. it is mostly dirt and pot holed road. The longest 50 miles you would want to drive. The scenery is breathtaking though. (Rocks in the drive belt are not good). I have done it by car--but would not on any kind of motorcycle. Keep on enjoying your trip.

    The snow is gone--except for places like Hatchers Pass. It is usually not open beyond Independence Mine (almost the top of the pass) until mid-June. I have been up the pass twice so far this season to Independence Mine.
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    Hope you're having a good day, Yazz. Your posts give me something to look forward to checking every day. (Haven't seen your new hair-do yet since all your pictures have been of rain/cold riding with your helmet on - still waiting! )

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    Quote Originally Posted by Spyder Cat View Post
    Wow! What an adventure Yazz!! Don't know how I missed this thread but I'm having a blast catching up. I'm going to subscribe so I can follow your daily escapades.

    And if you're heading through our part of the country (Southern Oregon via I-5 or 199), be sure to let us know! We'd love to meet you.

    It's a great time of season for adventure. Never know what's around the next corner. Enjoy your ryde. Thanks for sharing it with us.
    Glad you enjoy the trip!

    Don't think we'll be getting into Southern Oregon this trip. But then again, you never know what the coming years will bring.

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    Quote Originally Posted by akspyderman View Post
    RE: Hatchers Pass If you are going to be in Palmer--you should take the drive to the top and back. Your only about 10 miles from the entry road. This part is paved all the way to Independence Mine--then gravel road. I would NOT recommend going over the pass to Willow. it is mostly dirt and pot holed road. The longest 50 miles you would want to drive. The scenery is breathtaking though. (Rocks in the drive belt are not good). I have done it by car--but would not on any kind of motorcycle. Keep on enjoying your trip.

    The snow is gone--except for places like Hatchers Pass. It is usually not open beyond Independence Mine (almost the top of the pass) until mid-June. I have been up the pass twice so far this season to Independence Mine.
    Thanks for the heads-up. There is so much to explore in Alaska! Its going to be hard to decide what to do in the time allowed.

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    Hope you're having a good day, Yazz. Your posts give me something to look forward to checking every day. (Haven't seen your new hair-do yet since all your pictures have been of rain/cold riding with your helmet on - still waiting! )
    Every day has been a good day! Even the rainy, snowy ones.

    Wearing a helmet of baseball cap all the time now. Have a permanent case of helmet head.
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    Default Eastern Washington - Yakima Canyon

    The view outside our hotel.



    Had the day to myself so did some exploring. Went down Yakima Canyon.



    This canyon has a personality all its own.



    Its stunning scenery and sweeping curves lends itself to a leasurely ride.



    When I got to the mouth of the canyon, turned around and went back up it again. Totally different scenery riding the opposite way.
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    Beautiful, love the blue skies

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    Joy,
    What a great trip. I am enjoying all the pictures and your experiences. That is the way to live life, just head out and see what is in store. I can't wait until Brian and I can do this kind of trip, I know we would love it.
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    Quote Originally Posted by SpyderAnn01 View Post
    Beautiful, love the blue skies
    Down south in the summer time, the sky is a pale blue. Its a real treat to be in such an intense blue sky.

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    Joy,
    What a great trip. I am enjoying all the pictures and your experiences. That is the way to live life, just head out and see what is in store. I can't wait until Brian and I can do this kind of trip, I know we would love it.
    We did have an itinerary but it got tossed out the window because of the weather. It is much more fun without a plan. We get to where we get to, then decide where to go next.

    One of these years y'all will do one. Your Ironbutt ride was awesome! Don't think I could have kept up with you two.
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    Today was our last down day. Hubby's back from visiting family, the laundry is done and we're all set to take off again tomorrow.

    Took a little putz today and found this.



    Those aren't clouds sitting on the mountains. Thats the snow on the Cascade Range. We're crossing them tomorrow.
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    Oh boy. That's going to be exciting!!! Can't wait to read about your crossing!!!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Yazz View Post
    Those aren't clouds sitting on the mountains. Thats the snow on the Cascade Range. We're crossing them tomorrow.

    Have fun and ride safe.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Yazz View Post
    Those aren't clouds sitting on the mountains. Thats the snow on the Cascade Range. We're crossing them tomorrow.
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    Plug in those undies!

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    Quote Originally Posted by DynamoBT View Post
    Oh boy. That's going to be exciting!!! Can't wait to read about your crossing!!!
    It was after the crossing that it got knarly.

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    Thanks! Any time I'm on Spydee, its a good time!

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    Oh man, the electric underwear was dialed all the way up.
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    Default Eastern to Western Washington - Crossing the Cascades

    We headed out of Ellensburg heading up into the Cascades via Stevens Pass.

    Headed up Wanachee Canyon...



    Heading into Leavenworth, pear orchards everywhere!



    Leavenworth is a tidy Bavarian town.



    Stevens Pass.



    Its a popular skiing spot.



    As we came down the mountain, first the invisible rain, then rain. Not the gulley washers we get down south, just enough to make visibility poor. Dealt with rain and 42 degree temps for about a hundred miles. Singing praises to electric underwear!

    We're holed up in Bellingham till the ferry leaves on Friday the Thirteenth.
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    WOW. I am speechless and in awe! Amazing journey so far! Beautiful sites for sure.

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    Keep it coming Joy, I am enjoying your adventure and living vicariously through you. What great scenery and riding you are getting to experience. Continue to have fun and ride safe.
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    We will see you tomorrow at the restaurant with Sam. Thanks for posting these fantastic pics!!

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    Where are you staying in Bellingham?? Live here.

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    Man I wish I was with you guys
    This is a great blog, thanks again for taking the time to post it, I know it's a lot of work but it's great to look back on when you're stuck at home. You are a hardcore rider.

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    thanks for sharing, Stevens Pass is where I go to ski when visiting my daughter, she lives Mill Creek...it's really a pretty drive with the river following the road or would that be road following the river???? Enjoy your travels...be sfae....have fun!!!!!

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    Quote Originally Posted by SteveMac View Post
    WOW. I am speechless and in awe! Amazing journey so far! Beautiful sites for sure.
    Its amazing the sights that are out there. Glad I can share them with you.

    Quote Originally Posted by dltang View Post
    Keep it coming Joy, I am enjoying your adventure and living vicariously through you. What great scenery and riding you are getting to experience. Continue to have fun and ride safe.
    There has been some excellent riding so far. Can't wait to see whats around the bend. Y'all ride safe too!

    Quote Originally Posted by draboo View Post
    We will see you tomorrow at the restaurant with Sam. Thanks for posting these fantastic pics!!
    Had a wonderful time spending time with you and your wife. Y'all are such a hoot!

    Quote Originally Posted by 1stfan View Post
    Where are you staying in Bellingham?? Live here.
    Sent a pm about where we were meeting up for dinner. We saved a seat for you. Sorry we missed meeting up.

    Draboo and can am sam are on the lookout for you now. They want to meet up you!

    Quote Originally Posted by Mr Orange View Post
    This has been a very enjoyable read and the photos are great. keep it coming.
    Glad you like the posts. Was told to put lots of pictures in, by a certain individual, not to be identified, but you know who you are. Glad I took the advice.

    Quote Originally Posted by Lamonster View Post
    Man I wish I was with you guys
    This is a great blog, thanks again for taking the time to post it, I know it's a lot of work but it's great to look back on when you're stuck at home. You are a hardcore rider.
    If your willing to putz down the road with us, you're more than welcome to ride along. Don't think we can put the hours in the saddle that you do though.

    Didn't think about saving this as a journal. Just wanted friends and family to follow us on the trip and know we hadn't been eaten by bears.

    Quote Originally Posted by flamingobabe View Post
    thanks for sharing, Stevens Pass is where I go to ski when visiting my daughter, she lives Mill Creek...it's really a pretty drive with the river following the road or would that be road following the river???? Enjoy your travels...be sfae....have fun!!!!!
    Oh man, Stevens Pass must have awesome skiing! From where we were, could see a slope that had to be at least a black diamond! The resort wasn't open, but there was still snow on the slopes. Very beautiful area.
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    We really enjoyed our meet'n'greet'n'eat with all of you! Our pic didn't turn out very well, hope yours is better! And make sure Jeff keeps an eye on his rear tire!! And no gambling on the ferry!

    Brad and Pat

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    Default Bellingham, Washington

    We had a day to burn before getting on the ferry. It was a beautiful day, so we explored Bellingham.

    This is out the back of our hotel.



    Its a larger town than it feels because of all the hills and forests.



    The old Down Town has saved most of the old buildings and its now full of neat shops and restaurants.



    A view from the harbor area.



    Had dinner with fellow SpyderLovers at the Hill Top Restaurant. Highly recommend the salmon!



    Starting from the back, Sam (can-am sam) And Celeste Hillde, Me and Hubby (Jeff), Brad (Draboo) and Pat Nicholson. Its so neat that people who have never met each other can hit it off so well. We are all friends we know well, but haven't met yet. That is the magic of SpyderLovers.

    Just want to add that Hubby is the photographer on this road trip. Think he's doing a great job!
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    Default Sleeping Accommodations on Ferry - Room or Tent?

    Glad to hear you are enjoying some good weather.

    The Photographer continues to do a GREAT job! Looking forward to the pics from the Ferry.

    This part of the journey should give you both a chance to stretch your legs.

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    Default Thanks

    Thank You for sharing this ride with all of us. Many of us have a dream to make a ride like ya'll are doing!
    To God Be The Glory!



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