This Memorial Day weekend, I decided to drive to Vegas and go for a ride along the Strip. In my lifetime, I doubt that Vegas will be shut down again like it is right now, so I wanted to take the opportunity to go down there and document my ride.
My bike in front of The Mirage Hotel and Casino
Close-up of my prized possession.
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Me and my Magnum P.I. Starter ‘Stache (as one of my dear friends put it)
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There were very few people on the strip, but as you know, it is usually packed with tourists walking around etc…
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At the end of my ride, I needed to eat and I found an establishment that was OPEN!
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I earned my wings!!!
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Even Fremont Street was dead.
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No one around and the entrance has been closed off.
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As a bonus, I visited Alegiant Stadium, the new home of the Las Vegas Raiders.
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I am so happy I was able to make this happen. The drive from our house took just under 3 hours! That is unheard of. Overall I loved the whole experience. It did get a bit too hot to ride toward the end of my ride, the temperature reached 93 degrees. I hope we do not have another pandemic in my lifetime but I am glad I was able to visit Las Vegas for this experience. It was well worth the trip.