Rydther '23 Photos!!

[NoneMoreBlack]

This one popped up in my phone over the weekend, I don't remember exactly where it came from...I think it was from a placard at the ordnance museum.

I think you mean it took place on a legally sanctioned closed course

So sorry Mako, glad you made it out ok and maybe the bike isn't a write off

 

[N4teTheGreat]

Hwy 338 and Lucky Boy Pass Road, Lyon County, Nevada:

average speed: forty miles per hour.

Faster than me, my average on Lucky Boy was probably 20ish. NF-028, phone had lost the map so I just winged it.

Contractors special

Guess Dr SLO and I enjoyed the same perch at the bar. I tried to play pool, it wasn't pretty.

My feelings exactly.

They put the two hypers on the same side of the complex.

Got a little wet Saturday

Eventually escaped the rain on my loop. Lots of beautiful scenery with all the moisture the area has had recently.

Stopped for a shot of this structure just outside of Mina

All packed up for the ride to Usal beach for a night of camping.

ThumperX lending a hand (and a bike!) to resolve a very bald tire situation.

 

[ruby]

It was great to meet you all (and some for the second time, too!) Wish I had time to hang out and get to talk to folks more. Look forward to the next rally.


Roberts Ferry Covered Bridge


Long and winding road to Sonora Pass


The open road ribboned away into the mountains in both directions


A pretty marsh broke up the monotony of the dry landscape


Mono Lake on Friday, before it was kissed by the rain god

 

[ruby]

Bike on moto

This is what I need.

 

[ruby]

Reaching for the sun

On the way home, the sun chased away the rain cloud for awhile.

 

[Hooli]

Nice shots!

Going to make a real effort for next year, too much going on right now.

 

[ThumperX]

Great pictures so far!! We need more!

Meandad and None More Black

Meandad and his great new bike.

None More Black headed out on his own down Lucky Boy on the way to Bodie

 

[ThumperX]

Sunday afternoon headed down Pole Line Rd. a sign reads "road closed in 15 miles." I'm on the way to meet Rhonda in Bridgeport. No sooner do I hangup with Rhonda, who is 10 minutes ahead of m, when the check engine light flashes.
I pull over and discover a catastrophic failure of my radiator.

I call AAA thinking there is a repair shop in Hawthorne that can fix this. Nope! Furthermore the soonest a tow truck can get me is at 10:30 PM to tow me to where? I limp back to the El Cap and book an extra night.
Walking around a closed up town is hard on the mindset. I have to say seeing these little pink guys here and there did bring a smile to my face.

I set my alarm for 4:30 Am in hope of getting on the tow truck's first thing list. No such luck, Tow ETA 4-5PM. At least I have a destination so I contact the shop and let them know my truck will be sitting outside their shop when they come to work Tuesday morning. Fortunately the tow truck is a little earlier and I get to enjoy a scenic drive through Wilson Canyon and Smith Valley.

There's always one ...

Oh yeah, forgot to mention I was trucking Ritchie's GS back while he rode the trusty NC back home.

The good news is that I stayed at the Carson Valley Inn which is a fantastic destination spot.
The pool and hot tubs are beautiful and just what I needed to get the taste of 4 days in Hawthone out.

 

[budman]

Such a bummer G.

Glad we got to see ya!!... but you paid a price for our fun.

 

[ThumperX]

Next year maybe I can convince some of our dual sport and dirt riders to come. Happy to truck out a few bikes for folks. All around Hawthorne are amazing geological formations, hot springs, fast desert riding, ghost towns and stunning peaks.

From the Off Road Nevada website

If you like wide-open spaces and room to roam, then the Mineral County OHV trails are for you. The entire county, including the county seat of Hawthorn, is home to only about 4,500 residents. The county was named because of the high concentration of mining and minerals in the area, and is full of historic mine sites and ghost towns.

The map displays several ideas for fun day trips, or “Adventure Routes”. One route takes the rider on a loop through Aurora, Masonic, and Bodie State Historical Park in California. Several other adventure routes are based in Mina and visit the surrounding mining districts.

Trails in the area are primarily dirt and often cross fence lines. There are several ranch, mining and utility roads that provide good access to remote areas. BLM directional signage and street signs can be found infrequently along designated routes. Secondary roads navigate cattle grazing land and historic sites. Multiple staging areas can be found along or just off of US-95. The Bodie Loop can be accessed from the Big Horn Campground at the Elbow, part of the Walker River State Recreation Area.

 

[ThumperX]

Not my photo but sums it all up to me, there is no wrong answer.

 

[Kornholio]

Next year I’ll be there. Might not be on two wheels, but I’ll be there nonetheless.

 

[budman]

Some pics from mean dad

Helping a brother out since he is busy and I am an out of work hippie.

You can tell he likes his new bike!!!

 

[mean dad]

I'm tryna get in the habit of taking more pics at all. Baby steps.

 

[budman]

Ain’t that hard.

Look for the people smiling

 

[OaklandF4i]

Great pics, looks like a great time!

I've slowly shopping for a older BMW GS Adventure, so who knows... if it doesn't conflict with Stonybard, I'll make a return next year and explore some of those dirty roads around Hawthorne with ThumperX and Saint John.

 

[mean dad]

Ain’t that hard.

Look for the people smiling

SEEing things is the easy part.
Taking my phone or camera out and taking the picture is the part I'm working on.

A couple of times on the way home on Sunday I pulled over to take a picture and cars passed me. So I stopped doing that.

 

[budman]

A couple of times on the way home on Sunday I pulled over to take a picture and cars passed me. So I stopped doing that.

If you take party picks the only passing is another cocktail.

Here is a couple from L8Braker.

Sonora Pass times 3 and more Mako Brako.

 

[Go Go]

Friday roll out.

 

[Go Go]

Soggy Saturday