Lost within 20 miles of home!

[f6john]

Saturday I ventured out to Lexington shopping for some gloves. I decided to take the long way home which I often do. So I went a few miles northeast of Lexington and chose a road going southeast as I knew that would take me in the general direction of home. The entire area of Fayette County and southern Clark county is some beautiful countryside, horse farms, stone fences and miles of wooden plank fences, and mega horse barns that I would be unable to afford a stall rental.

 The Kentucky River cuts  through this area forming much of the county boundaries and enhances the scenic beauty where it cuts through the limestone terrain that this and much other portions of Kentucky are known for. The furtherI went, the less familiar my surroundings became. As is the case in much of this area, the further you get from population centers, the more narrow the roads become and the blind curves and elevation changes are constant. These roads while paved and in good condition are so narrow, I was glad I was on a motorcycle. No two full size vehicles were going to meet and pass without one or both moving off the pavement which I witnessed a couple of times during my meandering.

My biggest concern was running into a dead end as often occurs in my travels in this area especially anywhere near the river. Dead ends aren’t a problem of themselves but I had been traveling for miles and the back tracking would involve taking me back at least halfway to where I started and it was starting to sprinkle and I was afraid I might lump up! I wasn’t really lost but I had lost track in my mind where this “pig path” might lead and deposited me where I might see something recognizable. At one significantly high spot I slowed down and off to my left in the distance I saw two communication towers which I knew were within 10 miles of my home but I still had no idea how I would get there.

But I knew I had not crossed the river so I pushed on. Eventually all my travels were down hill and I was sure the river would appear soon. As I reached he bottom of my decent I came to a cross roads and I recognized a street sign and then I knew I had been there before. My internal compass said turn right and within minutes I was riding parallel to the river and more land marks came into view. I was still about 10 miles from home from but all on roads I traveled frequently.

It’s nice to be able to enjoy a little discovery and adventure this close to home. I dare say there are plenty more opportunities to explore that are waiting for me to take advantage.

[carolinarider09]

 

[da prez]

  I may be lost , but I'm making good time. 

                                    da prez

         If I made it home , then I was not lost!

[Valkorado]

Nice visual descriptions, I would like to putt around that area one of these days.  I also like aimlessly wandering around, you find the hidden gems.  I've been up some narrow, dirt and even gravel roads.  I once went up so far, and the road got so narrow and muddy that I found myself in a slippery 25 point turn situation trying to get fat lady turned back around.  That is not advisable.  

We have the scenery here for sure, and while many of the roads in Western Colorado are paved they are hardly in good condition.  Freezing and warming asphalt results in lots of potholes and thick tar snakes.  Chip seal is everywhere here too.

Seems like the last few years' economy has slowed the maintenance crews down too.  Keeps ya on your toes!

I'm sure with all the new Infrastructure $$ our roads will get fixed up soon.  (sarcasm font there).

[Valker]

You're not lost if you still have gas. Until then it's only "touring new places".

[Moonshot_1]

Was returning home from the Athens Inzane and wanted to avoid going through Indianapolis.
So I planned a route that took just north of it.
Ran into a series of road construction projects just northwest of Indy.

I too, relied on my inner compass and 3 and a half hours later discovered my internal compass needed significant re calibration as I was 2 and a half hours EAST of Indy.

Finally stopped at a Wendy's got the phone out and man was I surprised where I was at.

[RNFWP]

John, sure sounds like a nice ride to me. 

You're not lost if you still have gas. Until then it's only "touring new places".

I like that...

[luftkoph]

You’re right about those high dollar ponies, I’ve hauled pine shavings for their bedding, they have nicer accommodations than many people in this country, then again my dog probably could claim that also.

[Rams]

Saturday I ventured out to Lexington shopping for some gloves. I decided to take the long way home which I often do. So I went a few miles northeast of Lexington and chose a road going southeast as I knew that would take me in the general direction of home. The entire area of Fayette County and southern Clark county is some beautiful countryside, horse farms, stone fences and miles of wooden plank fences, and mega horse barns that I would be unable to afford a stall rental.

 The Kentucky River cuts  through this area forming much of the county boundaries and enhances the scenic beauty where it cuts through the limestone terrain that this and much other portions of Kentucky are known for. The furtherI went, the less familiar my surroundings became. As is the case in much of this area, the further you get from population centers, the more narrow the roads become and the blind curves and elevation changes are constant. These roads while paved and in good condition are so narrow, I was glad I was on a motorcycle. No two full size vehicles were going to meet and pass without one or both moving off the pavement which I witnessed a couple of times during my meandering.

My biggest concern was running into a dead end as often occurs in my travels in this area especially anywhere near the river. Dead ends aren’t a problem of themselves but I had been traveling for miles and the back tracking would involve taking me back at least halfway to where I started and it was starting to sprinkle and I was afraid I might lump up! I wasn’t really lost but I had lost track in my mind where this “pig path” might lead and deposited me where I might see something recognizable. At one significantly high spot I slowed down and off to my left in the distance I saw two communication towers which I knew were within 10 miles of my home but I still had no idea how I would get there.

But I knew I had not crossed the river so I pushed on. Eventually all my travels were down hill and I was sure the river would appear soon. As I reached he bottom of my decent I came to a cross roads and I recognized a street sign and then I knew I had been there before. My internal compass said turn right and within minutes I was riding parallel to the river and more land marks came into view. I was still about 10 miles from home from but all on roads I traveled frequently.

It’s nice to be able to enjoy a little discovery and adventure this close to home. I dare say there are plenty more opportunities to explore that are waiting for me to take advantage.

Wow, memories................

That posting reminded me of my first date.   Yeah, I was confused, bothered and thought I'd never make it to home but eventually figured it out.   

Rams

[f6john]

Saturday I ventured out to Lexington shopping for some gloves. I decided to take the long way home which I often do. So I went a few miles northeast of Lexington and chose a road going southeast as I knew that would take me in the general direction of home. The entire area of Fayette County and southern Clark county is some beautiful countryside, horse farms, stone fences and miles of wooden plank fences, and mega horse barns that I would be unable to afford a stall rental.

 The Kentucky River cuts  through this area forming much of the county boundaries and enhances the scenic beauty where it cuts through the limestone terrain that this and much other portions of Kentucky are known for. The furtherI went, the less familiar my surroundings became. As is the case in much of this area, the further you get from population centers, the more narrow the roads become and the blind curves and elevation changes are constant. These roads while paved and in good condition are so narrow, I was glad I was on a motorcycle. No two full size vehicles were going to meet and pass without one or both moving off the pavement which I witnessed a couple of times during my meandering.

My biggest concern was running into a dead end as often occurs in my travels in this area especially anywhere near the river. Dead ends aren’t a problem of themselves but I had been traveling for miles and the back tracking would involve taking me back at least halfway to where I started and it was starting to sprinkle and I was afraid I might lump up! I wasn’t really lost but I had lost track in my mind where this “pig path” might lead and deposited me where I might see something recognizable. At one significantly high spot I slowed down and off to my left in the distance I saw two communication towers which I knew were within 10 miles of my home but I still had no idea how I would get there.

But I knew I had not crossed the river so I pushed on. Eventually all my travels were down hill and I was sure the river would appear soon. As I reached he bottom of my decent I came to a cross roads and I recognized a street sign and then I knew I had been there before. My internal compass said turn right and within minutes I was riding parallel to the river and more land marks came into view. I was still about 10 miles from home from but all on roads I traveled frequently.

It’s nice to be able to enjoy a little discovery and adventure this close to home. I dare say there are plenty more opportunities to explore that are waiting for me to take advantage.

Wow, memories................

That posting reminded me of my first date.   Yeah, I was confused, bothered and thought I'd never make it to home but eventually figured it out.   

Rams

First date? Maybe you were rushing things a bit? But I hope home was warm and cozy.

[Rams]

Saturday I ventured out to Lexington shopping for some gloves. I decided to take the long way home which I often do. So I went a few miles northeast of Lexington and chose a road going southeast as I knew that would take me in the general direction of home. The entire area of Fayette County and southern Clark county is some beautiful countryside, horse farms, stone fences and miles of wooden plank fences, and mega horse barns that I would be unable to afford a stall rental.

 The Kentucky River cuts  through this area forming much of the county boundaries and enhances the scenic beauty where it cuts through the limestone terrain that this and much other portions of Kentucky are known for. The furtherI went, the less familiar my surroundings became. As is the case in much of this area, the further you get from population centers, the more narrow the roads become and the blind curves and elevation changes are constant. These roads while paved and in good condition are so narrow, I was glad I was on a motorcycle. No two full size vehicles were going to meet and pass without one or both moving off the pavement which I witnessed a couple of times during my meandering.

My biggest concern was running into a dead end as often occurs in my travels in this area especially anywhere near the river. Dead ends aren’t a problem of themselves but I had been traveling for miles and the back tracking would involve taking me back at least halfway to where I started and it was starting to sprinkle and I was afraid I might lump up! I wasn’t really lost but I had lost track in my mind where this “pig path” might lead and deposited me where I might see something recognizable. At one significantly high spot I slowed down and off to my left in the distance I saw two communication towers which I knew were within 10 miles of my home but I still had no idea how I would get there.

But I knew I had not crossed the river so I pushed on. Eventually all my travels were down hill and I was sure the river would appear soon. As I reached he bottom of my decent I came to a cross roads and I recognized a street sign and then I knew I had been there before. My internal compass said turn right and within minutes I was riding parallel to the river and more land marks came into view. I was still about 10 miles from home from but all on roads I traveled frequently.

It’s nice to be able to enjoy a little discovery and adventure this close to home. I dare say there are plenty more opportunities to explore that are waiting for me to take advantage.

Wow, memories................

That posting reminded me of my first date.   Yeah, I was confused, bothered and thought I'd never make it to home but eventually figured it out.   

Rams

First date? Maybe you were rushing things a bit? But I hope home was warm and cozy.

Sir, home is always welcoming.   

What I discovered that night was to never volunteer to drive the tractor on a evening hay wagon ride when you don't know where you're supposed to be going.

Why would you question home being warm and cozy?   

Rams

[f6john]

Saturday I ventured out to Lexington shopping for some gloves. I decided to take the long way home which I often do. So I went a few miles northeast of Lexington and chose a road going southeast as I knew that would take me in the general direction of home. The entire area of Fayette County and southern Clark county is some beautiful countryside, horse farms, stone fences and miles of wooden plank fences, and mega horse barns that I would be unable to afford a stall rental.

 The Kentucky River cuts  through this area forming much of the county boundaries and enhances the scenic beauty where it cuts through the limestone terrain that this and much other portions of Kentucky are known for. The furtherI went, the less familiar my surroundings became. As is the case in much of this area, the further you get from population centers, the more narrow the roads become and the blind curves and elevation changes are constant. These roads while paved and in good condition are so narrow, I was glad I was on a motorcycle. No two full size vehicles were going to meet and pass without one or both moving off the pavement which I witnessed a couple of times during my meandering.

My biggest concern was running into a dead end as often occurs in my travels in this area especially anywhere near the river. Dead ends aren’t a problem of themselves but I had been traveling for miles and the back tracking would involve taking me back at least halfway to where I started and it was starting to sprinkle and I was afraid I might lump up! I wasn’t really lost but I had lost track in my mind where this “pig path” might lead and deposited me where I might see something recognizable. At one significantly high spot I slowed down and off to my left in the distance I saw two communication towers which I knew were within 10 miles of my home but I still had no idea how I would get there.

But I knew I had not crossed the river so I pushed on. Eventually all my travels were down hill and I was sure the river would appear soon. As I reached he bottom of my decent I came to a cross roads and I recognized a street sign and then I knew I had been there before. My internal compass said turn right and within minutes I was riding parallel to the river and more land marks came into view. I was still about 10 miles from home from but all on roads I traveled frequently.

It’s nice to be able to enjoy a little discovery and adventure this close to home. I dare say there are plenty more opportunities to explore that are waiting for me to take advantage.

Wow, memories................

That posting reminded me of my first date.   Yeah, I was confused, bothered and thought I'd never make it to home but eventually figured it out.   

Rams

First date? Maybe you were rushing things a bit? But I hope home was warm and cozy.

Sir, home is always welcoming.   

What I discovered that night was to never volunteer to drive the tractor on a evening hay wagon ride when you don't know where you're supposed to be going.

Why would you question home being warm and cozy?   

Rams

My bad, I thought getting “to home” carried a different connotation than getting back to your abode!

[Avanti]

Got lost in Kentucky last fall on purpose! Great place to get lost. I might try to figure out where I was so I can do it again.

[Rams]

Got lost in Kentucky last fall on purpose! Great place to get lost. I might try to figure out where I was so I can do it again.

Yeppers, Kentucky is one of my favorite places to get lost in.   Parts of Arkansas would probably be number two on the list.   TN next.   The list goes on....................... 

Rams