Do I have to ride all the
way?
No. Actually, only
about 30% of the participants cover the entire 2,448
miles. The majority join up
or drop off along the route.
Some people have made the
event over more than one
year - covering different
segments each year. We
salute them as our 'Repeat
Offenders' and give them a
special pin.
Are the ride dates for one
way or both ways?
One
way.
How much does it cost to make the run?
"An estimate would be about $135 per day for meals, lodging, gas, tolls. and
incidentals."
Who will lead the ride?
The event does include a Rallymaster, who does NOT serve as a professional guide. The Rally organizers designate
headquarters motels and alternates. Each participant has
a full set of maps, routes,
join up points, etc., and is
not held hostage by a leader
with the route information.
Participants can ride at their own
pace, join up and drop off
when they please -- making for their own personal tour
of Route 66, while still enjoying the company of other
66 cruisers. Each year has seen Repeat
Offenders, people who have made the trip before.
They have distinctive pins and are always
ready to share their expertise with a "newbie."
Can I sign up at the 'join
up' points or on the day of
departure?
No. You must
be registered in advance.
Does HHJM, Inc., make
lodging and meal arrangements for the event?
We will
designate 'headquarters' motels (Motel 6, Super 8, etc.)
in cities along the route. Participants can then make reservations
at those motels in advance, attempt 'day of arrival'
accomodations or make other arrangements.
Meals are a matter of individual arrangement . . . there are usually
restaurants near the motel.
Does HHJM, Inc., help
people to meet other riders?
We designate 'join
up' points along the route. There is a get-acquainted, pre-departure dinner the night before the start of the
Rally. Also, registered riders are given a 'Buddy-up' list of all the participants.
What happens in case of a
mechanical breakdown?
Participants should arrange individually for a 'rescue'
service . . . motorcycle specific. If the breakdown can't
be fixed in 15 minutes, the Rally rolls on. We do not
provide a 'sweep' vehicle with spare parts/bikes, towing/loading/repair
capability.
What sort of weather
should we plan on?
In Illinois, Missouri and Kansas
expect cool mornings with a
high in the 80's. Rain is a
possibility. From Oklahoma
City westward expect hot,
dry and windy. Many participants plan to hit the motel
pool in the afternoon and do
most of their riding in the
morning, starting at first light...5:15AM.
Where, exactly, are the
'join up' points?
That information is sent to registered participants.
Can I get a refund if I
can't go?
Yes.
Just return the registration
materials to our office. An option is to roll-over your registration to next year’s rally. A roll-over is allowed one
time, and if not used that next year, no refund is given.
Are there other Route 66
materials you recommend?
We publish Motorcycle
Guide to Route 66 which we
think is excellent. Our videos/DVD's include documentaries
of previous Rally runs. They will give you
an excellent preview of
what you will see. Ghost
Town Press has a separate
map for each of the 8 states
Route 66 passed through.
Those 8 maps are offered
to all participants. Additionally, major 'chain' bookstores stock Route 66 materials.
Why don't I find a highway 66 on the maps I see?
Route 66 - as far as the national highway system is
concerned - ceased to exist
in 1985. That's when the
Interstate System was complete and Route 66 was de certified. Route 166 can be
found in Kansas. State
Route 66 exists in Oklahoma
between the Missouri border
and Oklahoma City. There
it is known as the 'free
road,' because the Interstate
is a toll road.
How far is it between gas
stations on Route 66?
There are only two segments
of the old road where gas is
a concern. The first is between Seligman and
Kingman, AZ and the second is between Needles and
Barstow, CA. Both are
85 miles in length. Gas on
those legs is uncertain and it
will not be a major national
brand. We suggest that a
person always leave
Barstow, Needles, Kingman
and Seligman with a full
tank of gas. Everywhere
else gas is plentiful.
Does it cost more if I have
a passenger?
No. And an
additional ride pin can be
purchased for a passenger on
a registered bike.
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