tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post5848468151601247445..comments2023-11-29T09:02:41.478+00:00Comments on Flies in your Teeth: Riding Through The Badlands. Wow.Gary Francehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-20997679365632320632010-08-14T13:04:17.371+01:002010-08-14T13:04:17.371+01:00Chris - It is well worth it. The main parts of the...Chris - It is well worth it. The main parts of the Badlands are not very big so you can easily see them in a few hours, but combined with the nearby Black Hills, there is much to see.<br /><br />BB - Stop it. Don't encourage her!Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-11244790198808005772010-08-13T16:42:38.210+01:002010-08-13T16:42:38.210+01:00Come on...no burros in your back garden? I'm w...Come on...no burros in your back garden? I'm with Jackie on this one.biker babyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13472957923070962416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-55099919042125711522010-08-12T16:06:50.282+01:002010-08-12T16:06:50.282+01:00Gary: Great pics of the badlands. I will have to v...<b>Gary:</b> Great pics of the badlands. I will have to visit them again!Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06606446271603142230noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-36093984020307716642010-08-12T03:30:43.375+01:002010-08-12T03:30:43.375+01:00Dan – Glad you liked the video. The clamp is a Car...Dan – Glad you liked the video. The clamp is a Cardellini Clamp. If you read this post on my blog, there is lots of information in there about it and the spigot connector and the ball head. http://garysusatour.blogspot.com/2010/04/rough-guide-to-camera-mounts-2.html<br /><br />Chessie = The Badlands were exceptional. I am pleased that you are enjoying the trip!<br /><br />Bob – I think I need to lose a few more pounds before I inflict myself on a Burro! You will have to make do with a photo of me on a horse! You are right about not stopping, but in principle, I do want them all to be at exactly the 1000 mile points.<br /><br />Eve – I have seen a few 883 Irons on my trip. The video helps to explain so much more than photos, or words.<br /><br />BB – I am now in Sturgis and I think you are right – it is all of those things, so I avoid the touristy things and concentrate on the bikes and the people! There are some weird examples of each!<br /><br />MP, aka Steve – Yep, a great ride. Glad you are reading about my travels. The Burros belonged to the people that owned the ranch and yes, guests feed them carrots. I resisted!<br /><br />Radar – Well spotted! To be fair, I have only ridden without a helmet for probably 15 miles or so. This is about 0.2% of my ride. A tiny amount really. You might be right about the public consumption. I wonder, just what can I put on my blog?<br /><br />Oz – Thanks! I have done Rushmore and Crazy Horse, which were both good to see, but I preferred just riding on the great roads the Black Hills have to offer. I will write about this soon.<br /><br />WW – I really liked the Badlands, but I wouldn’t want to get stuck there without fuel.<br /><br />Geoff – I absolutely agree. It was stunning.<br /><br />Dan – Now that would be worth paying good money to see! Glad you are reading some of my stuff. It is the trip of a lifetime and I am enjoying it immensely.<br /><br />Sonja – Going through part of the Badlands – the slow really picturesque part – I rode without my helmet. I have tried this a couple of times for a very small number of miles, but after what I saw in the Black Hills, I won’t be doing that again. The Badlands are my favourite scenery so far.<br /><br />Tim – I couldn’t believe that headstone. Cracked me up!<br /><br />R!ch – Yep, exactly that tv show. It was great viewing.<br /><br />Jackie – The list of places we should go back to together is getting longer! I am glad you liked the shadow! Now, don’t go getting ideas about Burros in our back garden!Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-21609794367611851802010-08-10T20:31:01.594+01:002010-08-10T20:31:01.594+01:00Wunderbar..!!
You are travelling through a unique...Wunderbar..!!<br /><br />You are travelling through a unique part of the County. I have never been there, but I think we should go back one day.?. What do you think.?. :-)<br /><br />I just love riding with you through your blog. I wish I would have been able to come with you. Unfortunately, as we found out in New York City, it isn't possible. I'm thinking maybe a trailer and/or a trike for me (pink and aqua, Please).<br /><br />I loved your video of the terrain. More than that, I loved seeing your shadow following you along. xx<br /><br />The little burros were absolutely adorable.. xx Can we get one..???.. They could live quite comfortably in our back garden… hehehe<br /><br />Your journey thus far, has been full of surprises. Be safe MD.. xoxo Kz…………………Jackie, the Wife xxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12702215240572005827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-65503335341188361992010-08-10T08:36:20.825+01:002010-08-10T08:36:20.825+01:00Gary, I assume your mention of Long Way Round was ...Gary, I assume your mention of Long Way Round was an allusion to the trip Ewan McGregor & Charley Boorman took across Europe & Asia then Alaska, Canada to NYC. All motorcycle tour fans should see that great video coverage.<br /><br />R!chAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-36210607487621812402010-08-10T07:36:11.196+01:002010-08-10T07:36:11.196+01:00Hi Gary, was surprised by the change in landscape ...Hi Gary, was surprised by the change in landscape too and of the 'feel' of the Badlands. Nice photos too, many thanks. And the Thick Loaf Bread made me laugh too, and the donkey outside the window. You're having a ball.Tim Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15560821807241207276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-14478556861249045542010-08-10T01:58:11.761+01:002010-08-10T01:58:11.761+01:00Nice vid! Did you actually ride 'naked' or...Nice vid! Did you actually ride 'naked' or are you in desperate need of a haircut...? Yes, the badlands are beautiful. We have our own in Alberta, and it has always been my favorite destination.SonjaMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12389245948579828531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-63883686542434551912010-08-09T23:02:40.388+01:002010-08-09T23:02:40.388+01:00Actually, I'd like to see Bobskoot riding a bu...Actually, I'd like to see Bobskoot riding a burro with both of them wearing pink crocs!<br /><br />Just wanted to let you know I was following, just not commenting. I can read the enthusiasm in your posts. What an awesome experience, eh?irondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-33808064086229646012010-08-09T22:47:37.147+01:002010-08-09T22:47:37.147+01:00Wow and wow! Fantastic photos Gary. The changes ...Wow and wow! Fantastic photos Gary. The changes in scenery are really impressive!Geoff Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05041523109817248619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-24821283092259477102010-08-09T21:57:09.146+01:002010-08-09T21:57:09.146+01:00The Badlands are just that. And do fuel up before ...The Badlands are just that. And do fuel up before you go into them. And you could still be in trouble. Bad is right now we know how Butch Sundance and my native brothers and sisters could hide so well.Webster Worldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12400898270278007467noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-84900599867156412502010-08-09T21:13:37.884+01:002010-08-09T21:13:37.884+01:00Great pics and video. The Badlands are awesome. ...Great pics and video. The Badlands are awesome. You will have a great time at Sturgis and be careful. Enjoy Rushmore and Crazy Horse.Ozhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01781519114239212489noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-27234403201119114752010-08-09T20:10:45.860+01:002010-08-09T20:10:45.860+01:00Gary,
Busted! I see you're riding naked again...Gary,<br /><br />Busted! I see you're riding naked again!<br /><br />Enjoy all that is Sturgis. I suspect that some of what you'll see won't be exactly suitable for public consumption, but I'm sure you will enjoy the party nonetheless!!<br /><br />Be safe.Radarhttp://www.thunderroadlodge.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-71277519281753617092010-08-09T18:18:12.572+01:002010-08-09T18:18:12.572+01:00Been reading your updates, sounds like a great rid...Been reading your updates, sounds like a great ride. My guess is that the burros like to walk there because people throw food at them.Motorcycle Philosophyhttp://www.motorcyclephilosophy.orgnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-73817846797410709572010-08-09T17:44:32.781+01:002010-08-09T17:44:32.781+01:00You will find that most of Sturgis is over crowded...You will find that most of Sturgis is over crowded, commercialized and touristy. We haven't been since 2001. We rode through during the rally in 2006 on the way home from Montana and didn't stop. People were even camped on the grass at the highway off ramps. Everyone should go at least once for the experience, but it's not what it used to be. We would like to go before or after the rally just for the riding. It's beautiful country.biker babyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13472957923070962416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-86506258728915536792010-08-09T17:36:38.148+01:002010-08-09T17:36:38.148+01:00Wow Gary! I was in the Badlands when I was too you...Wow Gary! I was in the Badlands when I was too young to remember now. I loved the ride with you and would love to go back again on the bike! That was fantastic. <br />The Burros were a cute surprise! <br />What a beautiful place!<br />PS I think I saw an 883 Iron ride by!!!Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06554593974838511759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-58228246696633239942010-08-09T15:51:34.901+01:002010-08-09T15:51:34.901+01:00Gary:
why not a Burro ride instead ? I need to s...<b>Gary:</b><br /><br />why not a Burro ride instead ? I need to see a photo of you on one. You manage to find the neatest places, esp that ranch. I'm not sure I would have liked that gravel road though.<br /><br />We are the same. If it is not safe to stop then don't. You can always stop farther on, a mile or so doesn't make much difference, unless you run out of gas and have to walk.<br /><br />bob<br /><a href="http://www.wetcoastscootin.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Wet Coast Scootin</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-18317454037121576692010-08-09T15:40:11.202+01:002010-08-09T15:40:11.202+01:00Gosh, to be you...experiencing the Badlands for th...Gosh, to be you...experiencing the Badlands for the 1st time .... OK, I've experienced them before, but I want to do it again. It's been too long. Thanks for re-awaking the bug to go... I'm enjoying your trip Gary...<br />Be well.Chessie (Chesshirecat)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16483022434950803097noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-15471956574989899602010-08-09T15:31:26.753+01:002010-08-09T15:31:26.753+01:00Loved the video through the badlands. I liked the...Loved the video through the badlands. I liked the visual of you and your bikes' shadow as you wind down the road. Gary what was the name of that camera clamp you showed me when you were traveling through Milwaukee?<br /><br />I bet it is more calming having burros outside your window rather than trains every 15 minutes.Milwaukee Danhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15179891210078811244noreply@blogger.com