Monday July 27

Gallup, NM to Flagstaff, Arizona - 185 miles

Left Gallup at 8:15 am and tried to stay on US 66 route all the way but we were interrupted by the unpaved roads.  The scenery of landscape was improved as we went farther to the West.  No question about it!  It was cool in the morning but it became hot around 100 degrees by noon.  As we moved on the bike, it did not matter. 

Bobby took photo of each individual biker along the way. 

Lupton gave us a grand start with majestic red cliffs.

We made time to visit the Petrified Forest National Park.  Interesting geography! 

We had lunch at Holbrook and saw the Wigwam Motel that looked like real teepee.  I think that it would be fun place to stay overnight. 

Some of us visited the Meteor Crater, one of the most extraordinary places on earth.  After this visit, we headed toward Flagstaff for overnight.  We were wet from rain and hail.

Paul Stefurak met his young brother who lives in Flagstaff.  His brother brought some family albums to share with us so we knew Paul better! 

By nightfall we were at the Museum Club bar where many bikers and fans were gathered.