Flint Hills .... Red Bud Ride

Wind Sprinter · 04-19-2009, 08:56 AM

April 18, 2009 ... The Redbud Ride. Twenty riders decided to throw caution to the wind as far as rain and storm forecasts and make the journey to Beaumont, KS. There were no storms, remarkably no wind, lots of misty fog ... and plenty of prairie, valleys and hills to see and ride.

We gathered at the Beaumont Hotel for their $5 special breakfasts and ate heartily. Many riders had braved cool temperatures, rain and fog to get to the rendezvous point, so carb replenishment was a must!

We rode south through the wind farm and found 100 fourteen-story turbines completely motionless, a rare experience. Turning east down Cisco Road, we rode through one valley and rise after another. The prairie had been fired within the past week or two, and the smell of damp, burned grass was everywhere. We surprised a small herd of 6-8 white tail deer, and had the pleasure of watching them run a quarter mile or more across open range.

Not wishing to tempt fate with the weather forecast, the decision was made to ride an abbreviated route that would take us to the Green Ranch overlook, then southeast and on to Howard, KS for fuel and more carbohydrates. While in Howard, we took some time to visit the whimsical park located just off Hwy. 99. As you can see, motorcycles are both a popular theme as well as source of parts for the sculptures!

We rode a varied reverse route back to Beaumont, where the riders split-up to make their ways home. It turned out to be a delightful day of sightseeing in the Flint Hills. No mechanical issues or personal mishaps of any kind, and a good time was had by all!

Hope you enjoy the view ...... Best, Wind Sprinter

Backroads Touring Kansas

maloryII · 04-19-2009, 09:43 AM

what's the story with that KLR hack?

Wind Sprinter · 04-19-2009, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by maloryII

what's the story with that KLR hack?

So as not to miss any details, will point you to the builder's post on the BT-K bulletin board: KLR650 Sidecar

This ride was the "shakedown cruise", and it seemed to do just fine. Sorry I didn't get detail shots ....

Best, Wind Sprinter
Backroads Touring - Kansas/

Gadget Boy · 04-19-2009, 11:37 AM

Looks like a good ride, and the weather cooperated, bonus!

04-19-2009, 08:56 AM	#1
Wind Sprinter Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2004 Location: Wichita, KS Oddometer: 109	Flint Hills .... Red Bud Ride April 18, 2009 ... The Redbud Ride. Twenty riders decided to throw caution to the wind as far as rain and storm forecasts and make the journey to Beaumont, KS. There were no storms, remarkably no wind, lots of misty fog ... and plenty of prairie, valleys and hills to see and ride. We gathered at the Beaumont Hotel for their $5 special breakfasts and ate heartily. Many riders had braved cool temperatures, rain and fog to get to the rendezvous point, so carb replenishment was a must! We rode south through the wind farm and found 100 fourteen-story turbines completely motionless, a rare experience. Turning east down Cisco Road, we rode through one valley and rise after another. The prairie had been fired within the past week or two, and the smell of damp, burned grass was everywhere. We surprised a small herd of 6-8 white tail deer, and had the pleasure of watching them run a quarter mile or more across open range. Not wishing to tempt fate with the weather forecast, the decision was made to ride an abbreviated route that would take us to the Green Ranch overlook, then southeast and on to Howard, KS for fuel and more carbohydrates. While in Howard, we took some time to visit the whimsical park located just off Hwy. 99. As you can see, motorcycles are both a popular theme as well as source of parts for the sculptures! We rode a varied reverse route back to Beaumont, where the riders split-up to make their ways home. It turned out to be a delightful day of sightseeing in the Flint Hills. No mechanical issues or personal mishaps of any kind, and a good time was had by all! Hope you enjoy the view ...... Best, Wind Sprinter Backroads Touring Kansas __________________ Nil Carborundum Illegitimi KLR650-a15 KLX250S

04-19-2009, 09:43 AM	#2
maloryII always cheaper Joined: Mar 2008 Location: Savannah, GA Oddometer: 2,552	what's the story with that KLR hack? __________________ 2006 KTM 950 Adventure

04-19-2009, 11:37 AM	#4
Gadget Boy ADV Plenipotentiary Joined: Aug 2002 Location: Toronto, Canada Oddometer: 39,268	Looks like a good ride, and the weather cooperated, bonus! __________________ ADV flag, decals & patches? Here

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