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Montana, never been, what to expect?
- Thread starter roostershooter
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I recall that building near the hotel we stayed at...the wind was howling and woke up to 38 degrees F mid June...we didn't enjoy the shady benches nor any ice cream
We tried the valley route on 12 ...think it was 12 towards Helena.The
Interstate did not look fun that day, besides having big signs warning motorcyclists to avoid it
Kind of like Louisiana...convenience store- liquor store
They used to have drive thru daquiri stops as well
Rinty
New member
That's a nice run, and there's a nice little cafe at White Sulphur Springs, right across from the Exxon.
Especially when it's raining, and the semis are throwing off huge rooster tails. When I go to Red Lodge, I have to ride the section between Big Timber and Columbus.
nakwakto00
Adventurist
I always check the Dept of Transportation road websites for construction updates. Last year they gave me some good info on some roads to avoid because of delays and when it might be tricky for driving a motorcycle. Some states like Idaho have an app for your smartphone that provides good updates. I also start the day with a road weather check. Then as I move along I check my weather app on my smartphone - last year I dodged some pretty nasty thurnderstorms by timing my route. Some years (like last year) have had snow in June so I had to make alternate plans and/or routes. Finally when eating in a local cafe or restaurant I ask about any travel issues. I avoid the superslabs (Interstates) as much as possible preferring state and county roads. It can be slower and farther, but there's a lot more to see. I almost always camp and only on occasion do I motel it. Finally, I tend to travel early in the day - less traffic - and get to camp by 3-4 PM.
Rinty
New member
The ride from Columbus to Red Lodge on Hwy 78 is one of my favorite quick runs. Good road surface, good visibility, lightly patrolled, long sweepers and easy to get a rhythm going....
That's a great piece of road, and I have great memories both riding, and driving it. It's kind of the aperitif for the main course Beartooth Pass.
We almost missed it, going to my first Beartooth Rendezvous, but luckily my brother had a better map than me, and spotted it.
