Sturgis Cancelled (for me)

[KiowaEagle_imp]

So I was going to go to Sturgis the first week of August (yes I know it's the week before) but we decided to cancel that trip. So a friend and I are planning to go to Athens, OH to do the Windy 9's on the 2nd and 3rd and then head south to spend the 6th & 7th in the Deals Gap area.

So two questions. Which of the Windy 9's should we concentrate on. I understand they're generally half day 100 mile or so rides so I'm hoping we can get 4 in. Which are the best?

And then Deals Gap. Of course we'll hit up the Dragon, what else should we look for?

Thanks in advance guys! :biker:

 

[TXBikerGuy]

So I was going to go to Sturgis the first week of August (yes I know it's the week before) but we decided to cancel that trip. So a friend and I are planning to go to Athens, OH to do the Windy 9's on the 2nd and 3rd and then head south to spend the 6th & 7th in the Deals Gap area.

So two questions. Which of the Windy 9's should we concentrate on. I understand they're generally half day 100 mile or so rides so I'm hoping we can get 4 in. Which are the best?

And then Deals Gap. Of course we'll hit up the Dragon, what else should we look for?

Thanks in advance guys! :biker:

I really enjoyed the Cherhola Skyway--even more than the Dragon. Although I'd probably always run the Dragon again if I get out that way.

 

[suhawk305]

KiowaEagle asked "....what else should we look for?"

KE, you have to be more specific with your question. Knowing you, you intended to ask "Where are the best bars/beer joints/pubs around these areas".

 

[KiowaEagle_imp]

KiowaEagle asked "....what else should we look for?"

KE, you have to be more specific with your question. Knowing you, you intended to ask "Where are the best bars/beer joints/pubs around these areas".

You forgot strip joints....:banana:

 

[peterbaron]

Good for you guys, have fun

 

[The A-man]

I'll follow your posts and perhaps join you for Deals Gap, KE. Let me know if you'd like to drop by here. Been trying to coordinate a visit by Mtneers, perhaps we could line up a "micro-rally". We have a very private downstairs, perfect for guests!

 

[KiowaEagle_imp]

Thanks for the invite Amos! As it happens I've been talking to Mtneers about it and he thought he might be able to join us for that leg of the journey.

 

[the Ferret]

I might be able to join you on the Athens trip for a day or two. I've ridden that area a lot, but not familiar with the Windy 9 routes. I think I have their brochure upstairs, not sure. I know Roadrunner also did a Windy 9 story which I think I have.

As far as Deals Gap, Dragon, Cherhala, Moonshiner 28, Foothills Parkway, the Rattler, Babarosa Saloon Run, Thunder Road Loop,

PM me your phone number and I'll text you a map pic

Better yet I will send you a link via pm

 

[PowerDubs_imp]

Be careful on the dragon. Way too many young kids in cars faster than their capabilities. No respect at all for sides of the road.


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[KiowaEagle_imp]

Be careful on the dragon. Way too many young kids in cars faster than their capabilities. No respect at all for sides of the road.


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Yea, that's my one worry about that road. That and other bikes.

 

[the Ferret]

Here's a link to the Windy 9. Keep in mind this is an Athen's county thing so they are all in one county and there is plenty of good riding outside of that county.

https://athensohio.com/category/ohios-windy-9/

However if going by this I would definitely ride # 1 Rim of the World. 78 is a good road and I can't tell if this map goes by the Old Muskie Bucket which is a must see, but the Stockport Inn is very cool if it is open.

you will probably also want to ride #9 the Triple Nickle which is pretty famous here. Our Dragon. Noorthern Section is very technical with sharp turns, cut backs and blind rises. The southern half down to the Ohio river which I don't think is in Athens co is a better road for me. Still pretty fun without the danger of too technical of road.

 

[KiowaEagle_imp]

In reading online it sounded like #3 Hocking Hills Nipper was a good ride too.

I'm looking forward to these Windy 9's. I had never heard of this area before last year and I've had a few people tell me it was well worth going. Good technical roads without the traffic and without the 35 mph speed limits. Some said better than the dragon because of that.

 

[rickcb]

This is the area Jennifer and I usually ride. We live about 60 miles north of Athens. Our favorite roads are:

SR78
SR60 north of SR36
SR79 north of SR16
SR541 between SR79 and SR36
SR664
SR374
SR377
SR83
SR376 between SR78 and SR60
SR56
SR555 I hate it but Jennifer loves it.

We would love to join you for a ride. But maybe not SR555. I really do hate it. Too much gravel in the corners.

 

[KiowaEagle_imp]

That would be great Rick! I'll pm you my contact info.

 

[Billie_imp]

I'm still headed out to Sturgis, probably leave the 3rd or 4th. Mainly go to visit with friends from all over the states that I've been camping with for years.
Everyone is welcome, the stories about non Harley riders being turned away at the city limits is an old wives tale.

 

[Lord Popgun]

Well take some pics Billie. We love pics and those would be interesting.

 

[Mtneers]

I'm still headed out to Sturgis, probably leave the 3rd or 4th. Mainly go to visit with friends from all over the states that I've been camping with for years.
Everyone is welcome, the stories about non Harley riders being turned away at the city limits is an old wives tale.

I’ll have to live vicariously thru your Sturgis pics ‘cause my riding friends and I pulled the plug on this year’s trip also.

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[LongRanger_imp]

Considering the recent and dramatic uptick in Covid cases across the country, I’m surprised Sturgis hasn’t been cancelled this year, but it hasn’t. There is no statewide mask mandate in South Dakota.

 

[the Ferret]

I'm beginning to wonder if the rally in Pa is a good idea this year.

 

[peterbaron]

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