5000 miles from TX to CA and back in a 40hp '66 Beetle

supercub · Posted: Tue Dec 03, 2013 2:50 pm Post subject:

Thanks for following along. Here are some more shots from the remainder of the trip back.

Colorado

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Kansas

Da TOW'D · Posted: Tue Dec 03, 2013 4:19 pm Post subject:

Good Eye!
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Harris · Posted: Wed Dec 04, 2013 9:43 am Post subject: 5000 Miles

Thanks Supercub,

Great story. The Kansas farm house in now my screen saver. A trip you will never forget. You did some extensive route searching.

supercub · Posted: Thu Dec 05, 2013 10:50 am Post subject: Re: 5000 Miles

hrt4me · Posted: Fri Dec 06, 2013 1:00 pm Post subject:

I enjoyed reading your trip report

I'm in Lewisville, and although I no longer own a VW, I would still be interested in tagging along on some of your local day trips through north Texas...

supercub · Posted: Tue Dec 10, 2013 7:31 am Post subject:

I actually moved to New Hampshire about 4 months ago. I grew up in Highland Village right next to Lewisville.

wcfvw69 · Posted: Tue Dec 10, 2013 9:56 pm Post subject:

Thanks for posting such a well written story of your trip. I enjoyed it and especially your photography. What kind of camera did you use out of curiosity?
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supercub · Posted: Thu Dec 12, 2013 6:24 pm Post subject:

The camera is a roughly 8 year old Sony digital SLR. Nothing fancy but it's durable and reliable.

wcfvw69 · Posted: Thu Dec 12, 2013 10:18 pm Post subject:

Ratt · Posted: Thu Dec 12, 2013 11:45 pm Post subject:

I just did a paper about how traveling art shows in the late 1700's inspired adventure in many east coast Americans. You have done the same. I want to fire up my Bus and disappear on some back roads for a long while.

Great post, and AWESOME photos!

dailyt3 · Posted: Sat Dec 28, 2013 6:18 pm Post subject:

That was a great post, I appreciate you sharing your pics and story. Makes me want to take a trip in the future..
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pondoras box · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 10:58 am Post subject:

I thoroughly enjoyed reading your story! The photographs are National Geographic quality in my opinion, please post more if you have some! I could almost hear the screech of hawks when looking at those wide open areas in Utah!

I have 9 more years until I can retire and now I know what I want to do when that day arrives!

Thank you for sharing and inspiring.
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supercub · Posted: Tue Jan 14, 2014 8:26 pm Post subject:

It's good to hear that you all enjoyed my story. I would definitely advise anyone to make the time for a cross country trip with whatever wheels you have. By avoiding the Interstates you can discover the real American countryside. That trip was definitely one of the best times of my life though I am just 29.

pandoras box, thank you for the high compliments of my photographs. I have enjoyed taking pictures since I was a kid. There were over 500 pictures from the trip so I am sure that I can round up a few more to post.

I am already planning an even bigger trip for 2015, though this time I will most likely be on my trusty '82 Honda C70 scooter. Just need to save up some money for the road and unload some excess stuff which unfortunately may include my Beetle.

supercub · Posted: Tue Jan 14, 2014 9:27 pm Post subject:

Harris · Posted: Wed Jan 15, 2014 6:12 am Post subject: 5000 Mile Trip

Still enjoying the photos. I have screen savers for a long time. Absolutley amazed at the back roads you took. A regular modern day Lewis & Clark in a VW. This thread is a big encouragement to get more of us on the road.

wcfvw69 · Posted: Wed Jan 15, 2014 3:50 pm Post subject:

You truly missed your calling. You should become a photographer.. Great eye and great photos. Thanks for sharing.
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joeyk803c · Posted: Tue Jan 21, 2014 11:12 pm Post subject:

Some amazing photos. I've always dreamed of taking a road trip along the back roads of America. Once I have my bug running, reliable and I'm ready you've inspired to me to take one.

I already want to plan a back-road trip up north to see some distant family. I'll have to get my brother to tag along so we can both enjoy the sites.

Ace Radio · Posted: Fri Jan 24, 2014 9:18 am Post subject:

I too enjoyed reading the details of your trip. I drove part of that route, from Pueblo headed east (Ohio) about five years ago. It was a great experience and served as a great escape from everyday life for a few days. A buddy of mine wants to do a cross country trip later this summer to experience the classic weekend in Los Angeles. We haven't worked out the details yet, but it's a good possibility. I agree 100% that the back roads are much more enjoyable. It's best if you have no real schedule and can stop and look at local sights and interesting things along the way. Thanks again.

vwknut71 · Posted: Sun May 18, 2014 6:29 am Post subject:

I don't often reply to post, but wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed your trip report and photos, and it has inspired me to keep plugging away on my 40 hp '65
Bob

supercub · Posted: Mon May 19, 2014 3:33 pm Post subject:

I am glad you liked it. After seeing your reply, I looked back through this post and now I am longing for another cross-country journey with the VW. The car actually is for sale on here now, but I might have to rethink that. Good luck with finishing your '65.


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