RT 66 Day 16-Welcome to New Mexico - Slackwag66 - CycleBlaze

March 31, 2025

RT 66 Day 16-Welcome to New Mexico

Day 16 took us primarily on frontage roads adjacent to I-40. Smooth ride and once again the Wind Gods had our backs (figuratively).
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Nothing but the best jewelry…
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Good advice
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Many RT 66 buildings abandoned and many for sale.
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We were glad to roll into our third state of the trip. Three of eight.
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We’re about a third of the way to Chicago, many miles yet to ride.
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Yep, that’s flat #2. Chris’ tire changing skills are improving.
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After a fine Mexican lunch at Gordo’s in Gallup, NM, we treated ourselves to a room at the historic El Rancho. Many a Hollywood star has visited.
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Their motto is ‘Charm of Yesterday, Convenience of Tomorrow.’
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Finally, a shout to an old Turner co-worker, and his wife, who we met up with in Winslow. It was great to see John and Bonnie DeMarco, enjoying life in retirement in the SW.
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Today's ride: 49 miles (79 km)
Total: 801 miles (1,289 km)

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Edward HargisYour pictures and comments are wonderful. Almost feels like we are there. Keep it up. What an adventure you are having and you are documenting it!
Ed and Peggy
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