Shenandoah Skyline Drive

Shaun · 05-27-2008, 08:58 AM

A few pics from yesterdays ride. I left Washington DC, heading west on 66 out to Front Royal, Virginia. From there, it was a quick turn south on 340 to find the North gate of Skyline Drive. I ran the entire length, 105 miles, and enjoyed great views, too many deer to count, two black bear cubs, and one out-of-nowhere rainstorm. I ran 29 North, headed back to DC, and slaughtered 1,273 bugs with my helmet (included photo is from the second time I pulled over to clean my shield).

nozzle · 05-27-2008, 09:28 AM

Excellent pics Shawn, er Shaun

I spent the day assembling my new cup holder (it has cup holders on the sides) after pulling kids behind the boat. Thanks for killing those nasty bugs!

barleymashers · 05-27-2008, 09:43 AM

Looks like a great ride. I was out yesterday, did my fair share of bug killing and deer spotting and one turtle.

Shaun · 05-27-2008, 10:01 AM

Thanks guys. Nozzle, you still thinking of heading to the races at Summit? Mind if I tag along?

Nepix · 05-27-2008, 10:13 AM

wow man looks like you got your protein fill for the day

derstuka · 05-27-2008, 11:03 AM

Sweet pictures Shaun! Thanks for sharing! She what I mean about riding with a clean shield? I know it is hard with lots of bugs out, but every stop is a time to clean for me.

FrankoQ · 06-02-2008, 09:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shaun

Thanks guys. Nozzle, you still thinking of heading to the races at Summit? Mind if I tag along?

Summit races?
When?

bitterpil · 06-02-2008, 06:35 PM

Looks like a nice ride and it was a great day to be out.

KC-10 FE · 06-02-2008, 07:23 PM

What's the fee these days? The last time I was on the Skyline, I think it was $15 for a vehicle with a trailer. The deer in the park are absolutely not afraid of people. They will literally eat out of your hand.

KC-10 FE out...

Shaun · 06-03-2008, 02:11 PM

It was ten dollars for a bike, and 30 for a years pass. The day pass is good for a full week, and can be credited against a years pass within that time. The bears were a little skittish, but the deer were just like puppies.

FrankoQ · 07-03-2008, 07:05 AM

I might do this ride on Sunday.
Any suggestions on a place to have lunch and clean the visor?

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nozzle Uber Noz Join Date: May 2007 Last Online: 12-31-2008 08:25 AM Location: Southern Maryland - Find Me! My Ride: 07 RWB 'ceptor View my Photo Gallery Posts: 1,504 Thanks: 3 Thanked 15 Times in 13 Posts	Excellent pics Shawn, er Shaun I spent the day assembling my new cup holder (it has cup holders on the sides) after pulling kids behind the boat. Thanks for killing those nasty bugs!

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barleymashers Member Join Date: May 2008 Last Online: Yesterday 03:56 PM Location: New Jersey - Find Me! My Ride: 2003 Silver VFR 800 View my Photo Gallery Posts: 46 Thanks: 1 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Looks like a great ride. I was out yesterday, did my fair share of bug killing and deer spotting and one turtle.

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Shaun Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Last Online: 11-22-2008 05:26 PM Location: Washington DC - Find Me! My Ride: 2000 VFR (stolen) 2004 VFR (well secured) View my Photo Gallery Posts: 50 Thanks: 9 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	It was ten dollars for a bike, and 30 for a years pass. The day pass is good for a full week, and can be credited against a years pass within that time. The bears were a little skittish, but the deer were just like puppies.

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