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02-16-2019, 03:10 PM

Southwest Dave replied to a poll Competition. Tioga Pass Prognosticator No:27. Spring opening. in Memorable Breakdowns & Back Roads

Another winter storm alert is in effect. At the moment the high Sierra webcam seems to be down, either that or it's completely covered!

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02-14-2019, 01:20 PM

Southwest Dave replied to a thread 10 Day road trip - USA; Suggestions? in Spring RoadTrips

Being from the UK myself, one thing I looked for in a trip to the USA was to actually see nature in a way that is different to the UK and indeed much...

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02-14-2019, 09:19 AM

Southwest Dave replied to a thread 30ft RV trip down West Coast - feasible? in Planning Summer RoadTrips

Hello and welcome to the RTA forums ! How many of you are travelling and for how long ? The main difference between a 30ft and a 25ft RV (other...

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02-14-2019, 02:51 AM

Southwest Dave replied to a poll Competition. Tioga Pass Prognosticator No:27. Spring opening. in Memorable Breakdowns & Back Roads

Yeah certainly good for the water table Donna although it looks like the weather is drying out for the weekend, which is good news for me ! ;-) I...

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02-13-2019, 03:58 PM

Southwest Dave replied to a poll Competition. Tioga Pass Prognosticator No:27. Spring opening. in Memorable Breakdowns & Back Roads

Nice picture Mark, good to see a new winner photo. The weather looks pretty awful for the rest of the week in the Sierra's with plenty more snow...

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02-12-2019, 02:30 PM

Southwest Dave replied to a thread Planning San Diego to Portland, OR Road Trip - Advice needed in Planning Summer RoadTrips

A couple of initial thoughts. I think Baker or Shoshone would be options for an overnight on route to Death valley although they have limited...

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02-11-2019, 03:47 PM

Southwest Dave replied to a thread California Jul 20th - August 10th in Planning Summer RoadTrips

I think you misunderstood me. I was suggesting that you consider staying in Bishop or Lee Vining on the 31st July on route to Yosemite after having...

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02-11-2019, 10:28 AM

Southwest Dave replied to a thread Planning San Diego to Portland, OR Road Trip - Advice needed in Planning Summer RoadTrips

I certainly think it's doable, particularly if you started out from LA but it will depend on your priorities for the trip and at what pace you like...

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02-11-2019, 09:45 AM

Southwest Dave replied to a thread California Jul 20th - August 10th in Planning Summer RoadTrips

I think you have the makings of a nice plan there. As has been mentioned the travel times are to optimistic but there are no drives that aren't...

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02-11-2019, 09:35 AM

Southwest Dave replied to a thread Planning San Diego to Portland, OR Road Trip - Advice needed in Planning Summer RoadTrips

Hello and welcome to the RTA forums ! Your 2 weeks is quite doable but are you aware that dropping a car off in a different state can be quite...

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02-11-2019, 09:27 AM

Southwest Dave replied to a thread Las Vegas > Grand Canyon > Yellowstone > Las Vegas in Planning Summer RoadTrips

Hello and welcome to the RTA forums ! Well there is a whole host of things you could do so it will take a little more research on your part, but I...

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02-11-2019, 02:19 AM

Southwest Dave replied to a thread California Jul 20th - August 10th in Planning Summer RoadTrips

Personally I would head to Sequoia NP from Cambria and then Death valley to Yosemite via Tioga Pass (CA120). You really don't want to miss this...

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02-10-2019, 02:29 PM

Southwest Dave replied to a thread California Jul 20th - August 10th in Planning Summer RoadTrips

Hello and welcome to the RTA forums ! We can certainly help you put your trip together but it's going to need a bit more input from you so I would...

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02-10-2019, 02:33 AM

Southwest Dave replied to a thread summer from Oklahoma city to yellowstone national park in Planning Summer RoadTrips

Yeah with the time you have, Yellowstone should be left for another trip. To visit the park and the adjoining Grand Tetons you really need a minimum...

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02-10-2019, 02:12 AM

Southwest Dave commented on article A Las Vegas Flyover in the ChooseFun Airship in Getting Out There

Wow ! That looked like a great experience and a lot of fun. Dave.

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02-09-2019, 03:14 PM

Southwest Dave replied to a poll Competition. Tioga Pass Prognosticator No:27. Spring opening. in Memorable Breakdowns & Back Roads

Another significant amount of snowfall is expected through the weekend. From the National weather service.

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02-08-2019, 03:05 PM

Southwest Dave replied to a thread Rocky Mountain RoadTrip in Planning Summer RoadTrips

I would try and find another day in Yellowstone as the park is huge and slow going. Rather than driving all the way to Devils tower on day 13 you...

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02-06-2019, 09:26 AM

Southwest Dave replied to a poll Competition. Tioga Pass Prognosticator No:27. Spring opening. in Memorable Breakdowns & Back Roads

Yeah that's a lot of snow !! Official site says all roads are closed in the park at present. Looks as though they are expecting more snowfall...

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02-06-2019, 02:19 AM

Southwest Dave replied to a thread Planning, Las Vegas, Reno, LA (Pasadena area) over Labor Day in Planning Summer RoadTrips

I'm not sure how much of a difference going before the weekend may make, but I think you have to accept it will be busy during that period. If you...

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02-05-2019, 02:32 AM

Southwest Dave replied to a thread Planning, Las Vegas, Reno, LA (Pasadena area) over Labor Day in Planning Summer RoadTrips

Just as well you do !! It's a very pleasant drive in itself but here are a few things off the top of my head. As well as Death valley and Bodie...

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02-04-2019, 02:17 AM

Southwest Dave replied to a thread Tips? Traveling via RV from Groveport OH to Woodinville WA in Fall & Winter RoadTrips

Interstates are a priority to keep clear and traffic on the move and are not usually shut down for too long if they do, so the most important thing...

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02-03-2019, 03:58 AM

Southwest Dave replied to a thread US roadtrip possible for 19 years old German? in Gear-Up!

I can see you are desperate to make this happen but before you move forward with your plans you will need to do some in depth research and start...

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02-01-2019, 02:13 PM

Southwest Dave replied to a poll Competition. Tioga Pass Prognosticator No:27. Spring opening. in Memorable Breakdowns & Back Roads

Hi anuj1985. Don't forget to select your date range in the Poll above. Dave.

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