A new, women-focused Riveter Chapter of the Antique Motorcycle Club of America has scheduled a two-week cruise on the length of Route 66 in June 2022, called Chix on 66. Karan Andrea, president of the Riveter Chapter, has been a member of the AMCA. "I got the idea to ride Route 66 on one of … Continue reading Woman-focused chapter of Antique Motorcycle Club of America plans Route 66 cruise in June
Category: Road trips
Route 66 Road Fest releases slick new video
The organizers of next year's Route 66 Road Fest in Tulsa and Oklahoma City last week released this well-produced video that probably will prove enticing even if you're not planning to go to those Oklahoma events. The video not only touts the forthcoming features of the festivals but also the numerous landmarks along Route 66 … Continue reading Route 66 Road Fest releases slick new video
U.S. will lift travel ban for vaccinated international travelers by November
The United States government on Monday announced it would lift the COVID-related travel ban for 33 countries, including the United Kingdom and European Union, by early November if those travelers are fully vaccinated against the disease. It would be the first time in more than 18 months that European travelers could travel to the U.S. … Continue reading U.S. will lift travel ban for vaccinated international travelers by November
Angel Delgadillo, Hackberry General Store featured in Arizona Tourism video
The Arizona Office of Tourism a few days ago released this terrific video that features the Hackberry General Store in Hackberry and Angel Delgadillo in Seligman. https://youtu.be/yblqaMJsJA8 The first part of the seven-minute video interview is an interview with Amy Franklin, owner of the Hackberry store. I also love her neighbor Richard, who plays his … Continue reading Angel Delgadillo, Hackberry General Store featured in Arizona Tourism video
Nearly 330 miles in California added to U.S. Bicycle Route 66
The Adventure Cycling Association recently announced the designation of 18 new U.S. Bicycle Routes in five states, including nearly 330 miles in California to U.S. Bicycle Route 66. This is what is stated about the California section: USBR 66 (329.8 miles): Where possible, USBR 66 generally follows the historic U.S. Route 66. Beginning at the Arizona … Continue reading Nearly 330 miles in California added to U.S. Bicycle Route 66
Man aims to ride his unicycle down Route 66 for charity
A man is riding his unicycle down Route 66 from Chicago to Flagstaff, Arizona, to raise money for a charity that helped his family when he was seriously injured as a youngster. According to KY3 in Springfield, Missouri, 19-year-old Peter Frank is trying to cycle 30 miles a day. A tracking device he wears indicated … Continue reading Man aims to ride his unicycle down Route 66 for charity
Take a look at ABC’s “Nightline” feature on Route 66 in 1992
While looking for something else, I stumbled upon this 20-minute feature about Route 66 that aired July 3, 1992, on ABC News "Nightline" program. It's a wonderful segment. You'll see a number of businesses and people who've since departed almost 30 years later. You'll also see a younger-looking Michael Wallis, Angel Delgadillo and Delbert Trew. … Continue reading Take a look at ABC’s “Nightline” feature on Route 66 in 1992
Book review: “A Sports Fan’s Guide to Route 66”
Here's a new guidebook that takes on a previously unexplored aspect of Route 66 -- local sports teams that help unite those communities. Ron Clements' "A Sports Fan's Guide to Route 66" (Amazon link; Imbrifex Books, paperback, 352 pages, Kindle version available) takes the traditional east-to-west path on the eight states that Route 66 traverses … Continue reading Book review: “A Sports Fan’s Guide to Route 66”
So who’s the big teddy bear walking along Route 66?
In the last few weeks, a dude in a big teddy bear costume has been walking east along Route 66. He's been posting on Facebook under the "I am Bearsun" account and also on Instagram. He also has a website. A couple of examples: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bearsun (@iambearsun) … Continue reading So who’s the big teddy bear walking along Route 66?
Next phase of Oklahoma Music Trail to launch at Route 66 Heritage Festival
The next phase of the Oklahoma Music Trail will be launched this weekend at the inaugural Route 66 Heritage Festival in downtown Miami, Oklahoma. The trail currently is a well-developed website shepherded by Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell, who also is Oklahoma's tourism chief and a big Route 66 advocate. The Joplin Globe had details on … Continue reading Next phase of Oklahoma Music Trail to launch at Route 66 Heritage Festival