After a good breakfast at camp, headed to Lee to meet the rest of the group (Andy, Chuck, Richard). A great leisurely ride through beautiful NY and Massachusetts backroads. The GPS took me straight through Hudson, NY, which is were Christian used to live. As I was riding into town I realized I had been there and recognized all the places we used to hang out when we visited. Pretty cool.
Andy, Richard, and Chuck rode through some heavy rain last night as they were coming to Lee but all made it safely. Once we got together in Lee, we headed north to continue our adventure following the BDR route.
A great was to start the day through some great forest roads. Easy riding. Our first stop was Mount Greylock. At 3500ft, it is one of the highest points in Massachusetts. Climbed the tower (memorial) to the very top and had lunch at the lodge. Amazing views in all directions. On our way down, we took the dirt path. Steep fun downhill all the way.
In the afternoon, we finally got indoctrinated into what a Class 4 road in Vermont and Massachusetts means. Basically, unmaintained, nasty paths through the forests. Wow! Spooky stuff. Mud, water puddles, slippery rocks, step ledges up and down, muddy ruts ... motorcycles sliding everywhere. Not for the faint hearted. On the other hand, it is amazing what these big motorcycles can do when handled with care and love : ). After a few wipeouts and lots of sliding in the mud, we made it through.
After those C4 nasty roads, we finally made it into Readsboro. At the general store, we met the new owner. A Korean American from NYC that had just bought the store 6 months ago and was having the time of his life out here in the woods with his family. He gave us some kimchi for our dehydrated camp food. A great addition.
We camped at Woodford State just outside Readsboro. Our first camping experience in Vermont. Got fire wood, fire starters, and camped next to the lake. Watch the sunset and had a nice fire for dinner.
A great way to end a very rough riding day.
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