We finally (Steve and I) got out on the Gold Wing yesterday. Home sweet home, my body said as I eased into the seat. Much more comfortable than the Beemer. Anyway, left about 8:30 a.m. for a 9 a.m. breakfast meeting of the Gold Wing group.
Arrived a little late because of traffic tie ups due to the Reeds Lake Triathlon. But still enjoyed time with other GW riders, then set off for Muskegon where we were meeting with riders from other clubs. That was a nice ride through the countryside.
Got to Muskegon, and after a short wait we took off for Custer, Michigan and the VFW there. The ride was called the "Freedom Ride." We had to pay a fee to ride, but the fees were all donated to the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans. Well worth it. The ride was great, very scenic and roads we'd never been on. There were so many bikes that we split into three groups. I would say there were 40-50 bikes all together. Stopped midway at an Artesian Well for a break. The water had an iron taste but was clean and cold.
Arrived at the VFW, where we were treated to snacks and we both won door prizes. Ok, it was apple sauce and apple juice (Indian Summer was a major prize donator) but it was nice to get something useful. They also had T-shirts for sale, we didn't bring enough money so Steve got back on the bike and found an ATM so we could both get shirts (again profits to the Vets.)
Rode home with three other bikes from our Grand Rapids group, took more major roads so it wasn't as long of a ride, but still two hours or so. I was actually getting sleepy and came as close to dozing off on the bike as I ever have. The armrests would have kept me in I guess. Got home around dinner time. A nice days ride.
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