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Summary: Real Riders who Have Made the Ride
Review: Guess I received a different copy of the book then rpward3. I found the book INCREDIBLY helpful. Yes, there's some data that's available on the web...but geeesshh...one of the VALUES of this book is saving you the time to DO that research...and given the amount of faulty data on Route 66 on the web (trust me...I found out the hard way), this book is a lifesaver when it comes to finding the old road segments, history, and some of the fun that comes with taking two wheels down the Mother Road. I'm about to do my 3rd year in a row on Route 66, and still can't recommend The Motorcycle Guide to Route 66 enough. Now if we can just get Kirk off that Gold Wing and on a Road King :-)
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Summary: Woodwards Route 66
Review: Guess I received a different copy of the book then rpward3. I found the book INCREDIBLY helpful. Yes, there's some data that's available on the web...but geeesshh...one of the VALUES of this book is saving you the time to DO that research...and given the amount of faulty data on Route 66 on the web (trust me...I found out the hard way), this book is a lifesaver when it comes to finding the old road segments, history, and some of the fun that comes with taking two wheels down the Mother Road. I'm about to do my 3rd year in a row on Route 66, and still can't recommend The Motorcycle Guide to Route 66 enough. Now if we can just get Kirk off that Gold Wing and on a Road King :-)
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Summary: "Repeat Offender" Comments:
Review: I agree with Bill Oakes, I too must have received a different copy of Kirk's book than Bob Ward. Kirk's book IS a time saver--if I have time available for research, I have time to be out on Route 66. As a "repeat offender" I have used Kirk's M/C guide several times (I wish it had been been available for the "Inaugural Run!) both Eastbound and Westbound and found it easy to use, as accurate as most sources available, stores in my tank bag (I wish Kirk would reduce the size--tank bags are not created equal!) and was especially helpful in identifying "must see" icons of the Road. No single website (IMHO) has as much comprehensive, organized motorcycle specific touring information as Kirk has in this book. In retrospect, if I had Kirk's book and the map series he provides to all "Mother Road Rally" participants, I would have made fewer u-turns my first trip. Although Kirk's book is motorcycle oriented (it lists dealers, campgrounds and state specific laws) it can be used by all manner of travelers. So if you're considering "doin' Route 66" Kirk's book is a "primer!"
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Summary: "Repeat Offender" Comments:
Review: I agree with Bill Oakes, I too must have received a different copy of Kirk's book than Bob Ward. Kirk's book IS a time saver--if I have time available for research, I have time to be out on Route 66. As a "repeat offender" I have used Kirk's M/C guide several times (I wish it had been been available for the "Inaugural Run!) both Eastbound and Westbound and found it easy to use, as accurate as most sources available, stores in my tank bag (I wish Kirk would reduce the size--tank bags are not created equal!) and was especially helpful in identifying "must see" icons of the Road. No single website (IMHO) has as much comprehensive, organized motorcycle specific touring information as Kirk has in this book. In retrospect, if I had Kirk's book and the map series he provides to all "Mother Road Rally" participants, I would have made fewer u-turns my first trip. Although Kirk's book is motorcycle oriented (it lists dealers, campgrounds and state specific laws) it can be used by all manner of travelers. So if you're considering "doin' Route 66" Kirk's book is a "primer!"
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Summary: Rehash of Available Data
Review: I was extremely disappointed when I received this book and discovered that it was basically a compilation of existing data. I have done extensive research on the web for an upcoming trip to explore Route 66 and I was hoping for some new, detailed information from Mr. Woodward's book. What I found was that his detailed route directions certainly appear to be a direct copy of the directions posted for several years on Swa Frantzen's excellent Route 66 website, including some of the typos from the website. In addition, Mr. Woodward includes reprints of articles from the AMA's magazine and some other things I've seen elsewhere.If you lack the time, inclination, or patience to do a little research on your own, or if you're just too lazy to do so, this may be the book for you. Otherwise, don't waste your money.
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Summary: A Unique Perspective
Review: Kirk Woodward has closed yet another gap in the lore of America's legendary highway. Even though this book could be used by any cruiser, motorcyclists are a breed apart and therefore hold a unique perspective. Mr. Woodward has spent years travelling and absorbing the "magic" of Route 66, and the content of this book is a direct expression of his own special feel for the road. If you love old roads, motorcycles, or just plain travel, this is without question one of those "gotta haves!" In fact, buy two copies. That way you'll have one for the book shelf and one for the highway.
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Summary: The best guide for Route 66 travellers
Review: Not only is this simply one of the best guides to travel old Route 66, it is also a work of art kept up to date by a person travelling down the road on regular intervals. It's a guide in a league of its own. Be sure to pack this guide on any serious Route 66 tour.
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Summary: Nothing in print can touch it!
Review: The best and most detailed treatment I've ever read about this once proud highway. Loaded with information. Extremely well written and comprehensive in every way. A MUST READ for anyone wishing to explore Route 66 by motorcycle, car or whatever. Kirk has devoted tremendous time and efforts detailing absolutely "everything" of past, present or future interest. Suggested routings, landmarks and points of historic note complete in every way including maps, pictures, and travel tips. Nothing has been left out or omitted. A Route 66 tour guide for anyone with a lust for travel - especially by motorcycle. I highly recommend it!
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Summary: Nothing in print can touch it!
Review: The best and most detailed treatment I've ever read about this once proud highway. Loaded with information. Extremely well written and comprehensive in every way. A MUST READ for anyone wishing to explore Route 66 by motorcycle, car or whatever. Kirk has devoted tremendous time and efforts detailing absolutely "everything" of past, present or future interest. Suggested routings, landmarks and points of historic note complete in every way including maps, pictures, and travel tips. Nothing has been left out or omitted. A Route 66 tour guide for anyone with a lust for travel - especially by motorcycle. I highly recommend it!
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Summary: The Good Women of China
Review: This was good read which will leave most people with a lot to think about.
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