Wow ! You should work for “Lonely Planet” for the best adventurous places in the USA !
Great stories - loved it. God Bless the American West.
Haven't done it for 20 years and I would do it again if someone in my family or friends showed an interest. One more trip. My dad did it every winter until he was 85.
In 69, I was on my way to report for spring training in St. Pete. I drove from Pomona, CA to Houston, 24 hours without stopping and collapsed at a motel exhausted. I was 22 and so stoked for the opportunity I had adrenilin rush for the entire drive.
That's all folks.