I would like to thank Ollie for putting this trip together, and for the extra time and effort he dedicated to making sure both noobs and old-timers had plenty to see and do - an outstanding trip by any measure. Thanks to everyone who kept me fed for the 3 days; special kudos to Ben for the amazing stews, and to Scott for the terrific chili and always spectacular Dutch oven Apple Cobbler. Since this trip took place over Mark and Ollie's B-days, we had a little celebration time, too - thanks to Mark's parents for the Twinkies (or as they are now known - Mojave Birthday Cakes).
The weather was fantastic, the blooms were all around us, and the only real carnage was a broken windshield, a flat tire, and 2 blown rear shocks - all on Martin and Vanessa's rented Wrangler JK
While I've been on the Mojave Trail many times, this was the first time I had the opportunity to try out the Chocolate shake at the Kelso Railroad Depot - and let me assure everyone, it will not be the last time - one of the best ever, anywhere !!!
I would also like to thank the Mojave Green for not going after any of us, and allowing us to snap some pics that even made the Ranger at Hole in the Wall visitor center nervous....
(I hope to make it to at least half the places this bike has been)
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