Posted by dkeav on February 15, 2016 at 17:35:05 from (50.121.118.67):
In Reply to: Tractor drives/rides posted by hightechredneck on February 15, 2016 at 10:38:23:
I've been going on a multi-day ride in Central Illinois for a few years now, it has quite the turnout from all over usually, even a Canadian couple on a Super C one year. They run two groups a fast group (mostly IH and newer tractors) that runs around 15+mph and a slow group that goes in the 10-12mph range. I always go in the slow group as its more enjoyable to just cruise around.
Friday's they usually have a bus pickup at the end location in the morning and take you to the start location. Start off around 7am and stop by a local picture even (World's Largest something) and take pictures. Head out into the rural area and cruise for a while, make a few stops to stretch and converse. Stop in a little town or park for catered lunch then set off in the afternoon to wind up at the final stop for dinner usually around 5pm 25-30 miles covered. Saturday usually leaves for a similar journey/plan on the day. Sunday is a shorter morning ride for a few hours, then wind up back at the start for a final lunch and loading up to go home.
The food has always been top notch, the routes can have some boring spots but typically have lots of nice scenery and maybe a few fun more technical creek crossings or hill climbs. They line the tractors up at the end of the day for re-fueling for the next day. There is usually a designated tractor in each group that carries a port-a-potty as well and coolers of water. A chase vehicle follows each group to help with any breakdowns or issues. Several of the riders are local firemen/paramedics and bring gear to deal with just about anything that might come up (and something always does it seems).
It is a blast and I look forward to it every year, the price is around $160 for all three days (you can choose to just ride a certain day or two if you like) this covers your fuel, meals and I believe a t-shirt/hat et al
I think this type of ride while it takes a lot more work to set up attracts more people than the shorter rides. A short ride is a lot of work to get your tractor ready and hauled for just a few hours/miles.
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