Mike, I have ridden that road many times, and I LOVE that sign.
The last time I was on it was on the GTS and yes the foot pegs took a beating!
Don't forget to stop at the Hot Springs on the way!
Grant Gall
Michael Cordon wrote:
> Got back a few days ago from a ride from the Bay Area to Mt. Saint Helens,
>WA across Idaho, and into Montana. The roads around Mt. St. Helens (not to mention
>the scenery) are awesome. But, if your GTS travels across the U.S. take you any
>where near the Montana/Idaho area, make sure that you take Hwy 12 from Lowell, ID to
>Missoula, MT. It's a spectacular 100+ mile road with thousands of twisties (and only
>an occasional cage). In fact, just outside of Lowell, there's a sign that I can't
>seem to get out of my mind. It reads, "CAUTION, Winding Road Next 77 Miles." I've
>ridden most roads in the western United States, and this is definitely one of the
>finest, prettiest roads I've ever ridden. For most of the ride, the road hugs a
>spectral river to the south. If you slow down to catch your breath, you may see fly
>fisherman wading in the river below. The GTS was made for this road.
>
> Also, if anyone's into mountain bike riding (I find it a nice, aerobic
>compliment while on motorcycle vacations), Helena, MT and Bend, OR have excellent
>rental bikes and great trails within a few miles of the downtown bike shops.
>
> Mike Cordon
> '94 GTS (the non-surging model)
>
> P.S. If you're in Missoula, drop by Fred's.
