Cross country trip....

[DILLIGAF]

First in the new pool!

 

[DILLIGAF]

Starting out a lazy day but the neighbors party with a band is going to pump up the volume later.

happy Memorial Weekend everybody. Take a moment and reflect on our heros of the past.

 

[DILLIGAF]

Last night LS neighbor threw a “little” party. Awesome. I guess this band won the Voice competition at some point

 

[DILLIGAF]

Nice thunderstorm hitting right now. The rain is really needed out here.

let it rain

 

[DILLIGAF]

Drove to costco today. PT went well and we are at least twwo weeks ahead of schedule. Still no pain and the swelling gets handled with the ice and advils. Moving right along.

roxy today before....

 

[DILLIGAF]

Until this hit. Pretty substantial downpour. Yesterday I slept thru two inches of rain over about 1.5 hours.

 

[DILLIGAF]

I think this pool of AJs is about to overflow

 

[DILLIGAF]

ok....Last appt today with the Doc and I am kicking ass and will re-start my journey next week. Probably take the Harley out for a ride in the next few days and see how that goes but I don't really see an issue. Will have to shorten up my driving days for a while due to swelling so I can ice and advil but its getting better every day.d

Going to head up thru the Smokey Mountains on the 77 for a bit.

Will post updates as I proceed.

I have really enjoyed hanging out with AJ and Patty and they couldn't have been any better hosts. Its just time to hit that open road.

 

[fmo24]

If you make your way into Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg area lots of moonshine distillery and a few Bourbon Distillery you can tour. A bit touristy but can be fun

 

[fmo24]

We are in northern Alabama at Smith lake. A beautiful lake from what I’ve seen. Been raining like a mofo this week so just fixing shit inside Moho as these things are rolling earthquakes lol

 

[DILLIGAF]

We are in northern Alabama at Smith lake. A beautiful lake from what I’ve seen. Been raining like a mofo this week so just fixing shit inside Moho as these things are rolling earthquakes lol

lol......

Is that anywhere near HWY 77? I haven't really looked at a full map yet

 

[fmo24]

lol......

Is that anywhere near HWY 77? I haven't really looked at a full map yet

No Smith Lake is off I65 northwest of Birmingham Al
Pigeon forge is in smoky mountains. Dollywood lol. Not too far from Knoxville Tn

 

[fmo24]

lol......

Is that anywhere near HWY 77? I haven't really looked at a full map yet

Are you thinking I75 from Florida traveling north.

 

[SoCalDave]

ok....Last appt today with the Doc and I am kicking ass and will re-start my journey next week. Probably take the Harley out for a ride in the next few days and see how that goes but I don't really see an issue. Will have to shorten up my driving days for a while due to swelling so I can ice and advil but its getting better every day.d

Going to head up thru the Smokey Mountains on the 77 for a bit.

Will post updates as I proceed.

I have really enjoyed hanging out with AJ and Patty and they couldn't have been any better hosts. Its just time to hit that open road.

Born and raised just west of the Smokey Mountains...welcome to God's country...

 

[DILLIGAF]

Are you thinking I75 from Florida traveling north.

75 to 10e and then to the 77....might be one other road involved to get on the 77

 

[fmo24]

I’m not familiar with 77. We went in off I40 thru Sevierville to pigeon forge area

 

[DILLIGAF]

I’m not familiar with 77. We went in off I40 thru Sevierville to pigeon forge area

From what I have been told that will take me right thru the Smokies

 

[SoCalDave]

From what I have been told that will take me right thru the Smokies

Sorry to say but the 77 runs due east of the Smokies. Yes that is beautiful country but you need to get closer to Tennessee to really get "The Smokies".

Anderson County · South Carolina

South Carolina

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[DILLIGAF]

Sorry to say but the 77 runs due east of the Smokies. Yes that is beautiful country but you need to get closer Tennessee to really get "The Smokies".

Anderson County · South Carolina

South Carolina

www.google.com

After the 77 I think then I head thru the Smokies.....I have to look at a map. I am definitely going thru the Smokies.....I am sure I can find em

 

[SoCalDave]

After the 77 I think then I head thru the Smokies.....I have to look at a map. I am definitely going thru the Smokies.....I am sure I can find em

Yeah I guess your in no hurry to get anywhere fast at this point. Safe travels and I'm fn jealous...LOL

 

[DILLIGAF]

Yeah I guess your in no hurry to get anywhere fast at this point. Safe travels and I'm fn jealous...LOL

Thanks.....

 

[RichL]

I’m not familiar with 77. We went in off I40 thru Sevierville to pigeon forge area

Sorry to say but the 77 runs due east of the Smokies. Yes that is beautiful country but you need to get closer to Tennessee to really get "The Smokies".

Anderson County · South Carolina

South Carolina

www.google.com

After the 77 I think then I head thru the Smokies.....I have to look at a map. I am definitely going thru the Smokies.....I am sure I can find em

77 runs north and ends in Ohio.

 

[DILLIGAF]

One way another I am going thru the Smokeys. Lol

map time today to check it all out

 

[RichL]

Just don't take 77 to the end or you'll end up in Cleveland by the Indian's stadium.

 

[DILLIGAF]

Gun show this weekend at the Lee County Civic Center.

hoping to pick up a single shot BB gun

 

[snowhammer]

One way another I am going thru the Smokeys. Lol

map time today to check it all out

Beautiful area. I recommend Blue Ridge Parkway, there are several side loops that would be great for the Harley. Just a heads up, the roads through the mountains there may not have shoulders or wide lanes like you may be used to. Embrace the southern hospitality!

 

[DILLIGAF]

Beautiful area. I recommend Blue Ridge Parkway, there are several side loops that would be great for the Harley. Just a heads up, the roads through the mountains there may not have shoulders or wide lanes like you may be used to. Embrace the southern hospitality!

thats where LS has me heading. I am def doing that.

born in GA by the way

 

[snowhammer]

thats where LS has me heading. I am def doing that.

born in GA by the way

How far north are you going in you travels?

 

[DILLIGAF]

How far north are you going in you travels?

where the wind takes me. Just need to be in Sturgis in August.

 

[snowhammer]

You've got a spot to park in Michigan if the wind takes you here.

 

[DILLIGAF]

You've got a spot to park in Michigan if the wind takes you here.

well thank you. What part of MI?

 

[snowhammer]

well thank you. What part of MI?

Southwest. Just south of Grand Rapids. I've got shop space for RV parking or repairs and plenty of room at the casa

 

[DILLIGAF]

Southwest. Just south of Grand Rapids. I've got shop space for RV parking or repairs and plenty of room at the casa

will keep that in mind. Appreciate that.

 

[Ace in the Hole]

Tom call me if you need to chat out of boredom on the road...we’re rolling to MT around 9 am tomorrow from Havasu. Splitting it into two days bc of MaK. I need to call you anyway anoint that 5th..

you should check out Charleston if you can

 

[DILLIGAF]

Tom call me if you need to chat out of boredom on the road...we’re rolling to MT around 9 am tomorrow from Havasu. Splitting it into two days bc of MaK. I need to call you anyway anoint that 5th..

you should check out Charleston if you can

Will do.....I am trying to fade into Montana before Sturgis in July but don't know if that leg will be completed or not. Maybe after Strugis but.....wanted to eliminate as much as possible any wild cold storms that might go thru.

If you are talking about WV.....I have lots of family there but probably not going thru.

I have to really sit down and look at the map and come up with my route. If I knew the area better I would just head North and mosey thru but I have to have some kind of plan.....lol

You guys drive careful. Jen and Robert should be back in TX in a day or two so if you need anything there don't hesitate to call them.

 

[DILLIGAF]

OK....So leaving Sunday to get on the road. Loaded the bike up today and just prepping everything. Been a while and want to make sure all is good. I was going to leave this past Monday but wasn't feeling like it was the right time. I know my leg will be getting tired while driving and of course there is always the possibility of blood clots so....gave it one more week.

Next stop is in North central FL....staying at a farm there via Harvest Host and then heading towards the Smokies.

Will start taking pics again while on the road.....

 

[Dettom]

If I recall there is a dumpy little casino on I40 with a free campground in back. Electric and water. Great for an overnite stop if there are open sites.

We stay at Indian casinos all the time when we just need a place for one night. Our experience is they are usually cheaper than a lot of campgrounds and it’s almost always never a problem finding a space. Full hookups, clean level pads and usually a restaurant. Can’t beat em.

 

[Ziggy]

born in GA by the way

Was it you that has relationship to Hatfields or McCoys?

 

[LuckyStrike]

Was it you that has relationship to Hatfields or McCoys?

Yes he is not sure but I think both sides
LOL


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[DILLIGAF]

Was it you that has relationship to Hatfields or McCoys?

both. Our family roots are WV and KY

 

[Christopher Lucero]

both. Our family roots are WV and KY

like the german car and the jelly?

 

[DILLIGAF]

like the german car and the jelly?

No....like squirrel gravy

 

[Christopher Lucero]

No....like squirrel gravy

good to hear your trip is going well. stay safe, & cool...some weird weather ongoing...everywhere.

and for f@ck's sake, will you please just give a f@ck.

 

[OLDRAAT]

Plan for extra stops Tom. A little walk around and elevate the knee and take a rest in the hauler for a bit. Glad you're enjoying life and the U.S.

 

[DILLIGAF]

Plan for extra stops Tom. A little walk around and elevate the knee and take a rest in the hauler for a bit. Glad you're enjoying life and the U.S.

Thank you.....I do plan on that as I don't want blood clots for sure...

First leg is a little over 300 miles and may even split it up in 100 mile increments. Last thing I want is to over swell the leg. If I had no issues I could run 600 miles easily but a man has to know his limitations....lol

 

[DILLIGAF]

good to hear your trip is going well. stay safe, & cool...some weird weather ongoing...everywhere.

and for f@ck's sake, will you please just give a f@ck.

Maybe....one of these days....not likely but maybe...haha

 

[Ace in the Hole]

Maybe....one of these days....not likely but maybe...haha

He has looked far, he has looked wide, he has looked high and low, and even after much searching has not found the field of fucks to give.

 

[DILLIGAF]

He has looked far, he has looked wide, he has looked high and low, and even after much searching has not found the field of fucks to give.

haha....I like it

 

[Christopher Lucero]

for you.

 

[DILLIGAF]