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Virginia Cooper
Ontario, California 91762
Signed on: Tuesday January 1, 2002
Yvonne Payne
Norfolk, VA
Discovered part of the old Route 66 in Arizona a few years ago. I'm eager to travel some more of the historic route!
Signed on: Wednesday January 2, 2002
Gerard J. St. John
Philadelphia, PA
It's a dinosaur; the blacktop ought to be scraped up and trucked to the LaBrea Tar Pits with the other dinosaurs. If you want to know what it was like, do it the old-fashioned way -- the whole stretch, or at least between L.A. and East St. Louie where it connects to Route 40. And leave your credit cards and ATM cards at home, along with your cell phone and laptop. If you spend too much at one place, you make it up by not eating the next day. And drive an old car, one that increases the chance of a breakdown somewhere along the way, and one without air conditioning. The real Route 66 exists only in Bobby Troupe's song and on the Internet. Thanks for keeping it alive.
Signed on: Friday January 4, 2002
Robert Paige
Irving, Texas
Happy New Year and Happy Birthday #76 to Route 66. Have a question. Can anyone answer which is the oldest still existing of the list below : 1.Hotel/Motel/Tourist Court/Cabins, etc. ? 2.Restaurant ? 3.Service Station ? 4.Tourist Trap (Jack Rabbit, Twin Arrows, Yellow Horse, etc. ?
Signed on: Saturday January 5, 2002
Angel
California
On my cross-country move from New York City to California I traveled on Historic Route 66. It was the most exciting and moving experience of my life. Being from a big city you take a lot of things for granted. On this route you'll see what this great world has to offer. I recommend a trip on Route 66 highly! You will never forget it.
Signed on: Saturday January 5, 2002
Norman Earnhart
Poteau Oklahoma
Have many fond memories of route 66
Signed on: Sunday January 6, 2002
Robert Paige
Irving,TX
The following was from a New York Times Editorial, ca. 1925: "The traveller may may shed tears he drives Lincoln Highway or dream dreams as he speeds over the Jefferson Highway, but how can he get a 'kick' out 46 or 55 or 33 or 21 ?" A near miss to "kicks on Route 66" !
Signed on: Sunday January 6, 2002
Chris Towner
A California State of Mind
I like the pictures here -- good job! I want to take my kids on this trip. My doughter just graduated High School, and she has the car recommended above: an old Plymouth Volare which may or may not make it! Travel is the last legal high.
Signed on: Wednesday January 9, 2002
puff daddy
bling bling city
yo yo route 66 is dope yo maan it is snip snapple fan tastic
Signed on: Thursday January 10, 2002
mildred longlwel
missippi
what a great road
Signed on: Thursday January 10, 2002
Kathy
Illinois
Come see one of the most unique collectables on the web. Cannot be found ANYWHERE else.
Signed on: Thursday January 10, 2002
Nomad
Jupiter, FL.
I will get my "kicks" on the route 66 this summer (2002) from Chicago to CA. Probably, depart in July. Couldn't wait for it!
Signed on: Saturday January 12, 2002
ronnie brundies
davenport ia.
love the website! keep it up!
Signed on: Monday January 14, 2002
Lauren
Texas
Great site: would love to see even more pictures! Also useful would be more historical background and context. How its chaged over the years... some previously major highway attractions have become nothing but appendages of ghost towns. America is using a tangible source of culture and hisorical sinificance right before its eyes. But even today, talk about a great road trip!
Signed on: Monday January 14, 2002
Robert Paige
Irving,TX
Planning a trip to California May 12-24, 2002. Will be traveling part of the way on Route 66 between Amarillo and Victorville (both ways-round trip). Look for a dark blue Mercury Sable with Texas Radio Plates W5TBC .Or,if you have a "ham" radio license look for me on 146.52 MHZ direct or any of the 2-meter repeaters along the way, especially the Grants, Albuquerque and Link repeaters. Bob, W5TBC
Signed on: Monday January 14, 2002
Nikki Smith
NJ
I loved researching route 66! I plan to travel on Route 66, well, at least the Route 66 of now. I plan on taking a road trip to Cali. soon.
Signed on: Tuesday January 15, 2002
Pat Kennedy
Chester, VA
I plan to ride Rt 66 in May/June from IL to CA. Look for the BMW K1200LT with the music load.
Signed on: Tuesday January 15, 2002
Don Berizko
San Bernardino, CA.
Once again I was doing research and your site was invaluable..I'd like to thank you for all your hard work.. don berizko
Signed on: Wednesday January 16, 2002
Timothy Toney
Marshall, MI
Man, from the pics I see, we all should do something to make the original route all accessable again.
Signed on: Wednesday January 16, 2002
Henrik Kurdt
Germany
Signed on: Thursday January 17, 2002
Janice
Little did I realize I grew up on Rte 66! I lived at 42nd and Harlem in Stickney (near Chicago). I always saw the sign that read "Rte 66" but I never realized it was THE Rte 66. I worked at Murray's Milk Shop which was right on the route. Thanks for your site to confirm where the route is around my childhood home.
Signed on: Thursday January 17, 2002
Ed Stadick
Bolingbrook, IL
Signed on: Friday January 18, 2002
Patty
Huntsville, Alabama (Rocket City)
I lived in So. CA for 43 years, the last 10 in Victorville, before moving to Alabama. I miss CA, it was nice to see the photos, thanks for providing them. Keep up the good work. Patty
Signed on: Sunday January 20, 2002
john c kirby
carnegie, pa.
nostalgia and more nostalgia !
Signed on: Sunday January 20, 2002
J.J. Vicars
A Stage Near You
Recently drove from Flagstaff to Kingman on my way to Vegas.I highly recommend stopping in Seligman for a bite at the Copper Cart diner.Real nice folks.Cool curio shops along the way.Keep on Rockin'!
Signed on: Monday January 21, 2002
Bob & Margo Bollard
Wayne, NJ
Signed on: Tuesday January 22, 2002
Nicholas
Louisiana
I'm a second grader and we are learning about route66 in art class and the pictures are cool.
Signed on: Tuesday January 22, 2002
Robert Paige
Irving, Texas
Pardon me, but couldn't resist a reply to Nicholas of Louisiana. Traveling the route is even cooler, especially this time of the year. Is Delagadillo's Snow Cap the coolest thing on Route 66 ? Correction to note on previous posting :"LISTEN (instead of Look) for me on 146.52 MHZ........etc." I don't have Mobile ATV as of yet.
Signed on: Thursday January 24, 2002
Chicks For Kicks!
Michigan
Hey Everybody, we can't wait to travel the Historic Route 66 for our 2002 Spring Break! Look for a bunch of girls in an old white car! We'll be traveling the last week of March from Chicago-CA..hope some hot guys will come join us lol :) See you there!
Signed on: Friday January 25, 2002
Michelle
Chino Valley
HI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Signed on: Friday January 25, 2002
Malcolm Threadgould
Brighton UK
I have seen the pics read the stories next is to hire a Harley and go see it. See you soon Route 66
Signed on: Sunday January 27, 2002
Pam Potter
Oklahoma
pictures taken by all over town. also have oklahoma highways and Sayre Oklahoma, Thomas Oklahoma Guthrie Okla, Cushing Oklahoma at http://www.community.webshots.com/user/pam996
Signed on: Tuesday January 29, 2002
Micheal Whitfield
Mcminnville, Oregon
Signed on: Tuesday January 29, 2002
stephen
uk england
hello all i am planning a trip in early next year to travel across route 66 i would be very greatful if anyone could send me any infomation on route 66 for example how long it takes to drive by car across each state thankyou stephen p.s. hope you all have fun stephenfell@hotmail.com
Signed on: Wednesday January 30, 2002
Caroline
VA, USA
Signed on: Wednesday January 30, 2002
Princess
Massachusetts
I miss all my friends! Route 66 is sweet!2
Signed on: Wednesday January 30, 2002
Thomas
Thomas
hello i am canadian
Signed on: Wednesday January 30, 2002
Fabrizio
Italy
Looking for two girls met last summer. During my coast-to-coast trip I've met two girls in Elk City OK. If anyone Knows about a girl that drove from Arizona to Boston in August 01 please contact me o give the girls my e-mail. Thank You for this and to all the people Imet on my road this summer that help me and my RV. Hoping to visit USA again as soon as possible. Fabri.
Signed on: Friday February 1, 2002
Fabri
Italy
Hops! I forgot. If anyone of You is planning a trip in Italy, I will glad to hope You.
Signed on: Friday February 1, 2002
Drive-In Jim
Texas
I have a page of Route 66 Drive-In Movie Theatre locations, open and closed. Any out of date info there, please let me know via my form mail link there. Thanks
Signed on: Saturday February 2, 2002
Mike Nicholson
Michigan
I grew up on the Main Street of America, in McLean, Tx. Have been gone from McLean and Tx since 1977. Planning to move back "home" McLean in the Spring. Have a house facing the West Bound lane of the Great Road. Yall stop in at McLean and enjoy some Texas hospitality. Great site. Keep up the good work.
Signed on: Sunday February 3, 2002
SHEILA
BROOK PARK, OH
Signed on: Thursday February 7, 2002
John Zucks
Longwood, FL
Drove from Oklahoma City to LA in 1968. I'll always remember it. Amarillo, Grants, Tucumcari, Kingman, Needles.
Signed on: Friday February 8, 2002
Hartmut Schiller
Signed on: Saturday February 9, 2002
Hartmut Schiller
Kirchheim-Teck/Germany
Signed on: Saturday February 9, 2002
Robert Staton
Medford, Ore
From 1953 to 1967, I made about eight round trips from Miami Okla to California, and I enjoyed every trip. It was as american as apple pie, and I wish I could travel it again. It's too bad part of it is gone forever.
Signed on: Monday February 11, 2002
Gitte Falk Jakobsen
Denmark
Hi! I just wanted to say that I appreciate this site! I teach geography in a Danish 7th grade, and we will be studying the US soon, using Route 66 as a focal point - and this site is both detailed and easy enough for my students to go exploring by themselves!! Thanks!
Signed on: Monday February 11, 2002
Robert Paige
Irving, Texas
Planning to make trip May 12-June 1,2002. Traveling I-40, I-15 and Route 66 Amarillo to Victorville. Hope to see y'all !
Signed on: Wednesday February 13, 2002
Didier Gautron
France
A "Route 66 project" I have in may mind for quite a lot... And I made it in the year 2000. It was great and I really "Get my kicks".
Signed on: Thursday February 14, 2002
Robert Paige
Irving, TX
Correction to posting of Feb. 13.: Leaving May 19 - Make that May 19-June 1, 2002 for trip.
Signed on: Friday February 15, 2002
David Red
Jakarta International School
Signed on: Monday February 18, 2002
Robert Paige
Irving, Texas
This year's trip should be about the 10th since 1961.
Signed on: Monday February 18, 2002
diane wittmeyer
i am from new york recently moved to the northwest suburbs, and just loved the info about the historic rt. 66. i learned alot. thank you
Signed on: Tuesday February 19, 2002
Andy Schieber
Annandale Mn.
Am planning trip down route 66 in April. Am taking 72 Nova SS (350) car. Shipping car down on flatbed & picking up in Arizona, then heading east. No time limits!!! I have spent my entire life repairing cars & now running a repair shop in my home town, everybody always in a hurry. Now it's my turn to experience the drive of my life in a real muscle car that I built. Repeat: "No time limit getting home !!!" I will be stopping to see all I can & even stand in in any Jam sessions I can find. Maybe see Dave lowery , Johnny Hickman, or Todd Park Mohr. Will be much fun!!! cya
Signed on: Tuesday February 19, 2002
Phil Saigeon
Toronto, Canada
Just doing my homework for a trip in June 2002. I plan on driving my Harley on this trip. I'm planning on coming from Toronto Canada, through Chicago and on to Los Angeles. Then North on Hwy 101 to British Columbia, Canada............to a H.O.G. Ralley in Pentictin BC. What a trip to remember eh??????? I'd sure like to see it before we kill it. Nice pics, sure would like to see more. Sure makes me want to ride. Live to Ride.....Ride to Eat......eh??????? Thankx for the info.
Signed on: Friday February 22, 2002
David E. Carr
Coloma, WI
I traveled the original 66 from St Louis to Tulsa regularly from 1965-69. It was in the process of being replaced by 4 lane I-44 at that time. I never thought I would miss the old road but I do now. I traveled I-44 from St Louis through Tulsa twice last year and it sure brought back memories as I cruised it at 70 in my Motor Home en route to Tucson for the winter.
Signed on: Saturday February 23, 2002
Jeff Ray
Edwardsville Illinois
I've never lived more than 2 miles from Route 66!And I've lived in 4 different places!
Signed on: Sunday February 24, 2002
Daniel
Niederwörresbach
I would like to cross the road very well. It's a dream of me to ride my bike the road.
Signed on: Monday February 25, 2002
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Signed on: Monday February 25, 2002
Oliver Brux
Berlin (Germany)
Signed on: Tuesday February 26, 2002
Sally McAuliffe
Milpitas CA (Silicon Valley)
My husband and I will be traveling Route 66 in April 2002 in my '69 Corvette to celebrate our 35th anniversary. Honk if you see a gorgeous dark burgandy/rootbeer brown (color changes depending on shade or sun) Vette with Calif license HER VT. We would love any advice/recommendations for our trip.
Signed on: Tuesday February 26, 2002
Jacquelyn Saunders
New Castle
Signed on: Wednesday February 27, 2002
katia e Alessandro
Italy
We love America, we love Mother road.... we return in USA in August 2002.
Signed on: Friday March 1, 2002
Lesta Dewald
Cushing Oklahoma
Signed on: Friday March 1, 2002
Giovanni Macchiavelli
Italia
Percorsa la mitica 66 da SantaFe a SantaMonica durante un coast to costa (Miami - S. Francisco) nel novembre 1999 e quest'anno ci facciamo il resto. Buon viaggio a tutti.
Signed on: Saturday March 2, 2002
Drive-In Jim
Texas
Thanks for the info. And the highway is named correctly, contrary to some claims in the guestbook.
Signed on: Saturday March 2, 2002
sarah
wellston oklahoma
Signed on: Saturday March 2, 2002
Sid Melton
Joplin Missouri
Signed on: Monday March 4, 2002
MIKE SMITH
ANAHEIM CA
Your site is a public service to all those who treasure the America of yesteryear, the ghost of which still haunts the remains of Route 66. God bless America.
Signed on: Wednesday March 6, 2002
Christian Aas Nyhus
Kapp
Route 66 is the best road ever behind Østre Toten Vei!
Signed on: Wednesday March 6, 2002
WILLIAM CARR WALLER
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND,USA
I am looking for a writer to write the script for a cowboy,blue grass operetta. YOU WILL FIND THE MUSIC ON MY HOME PAGE. WILLIAM CARR WALLER
Signed on: Thursday March 7, 2002
Tony Alamo
Chicago,Il
Eventhough I live near a stretch of the route in Chicago, I going to try it out for the first time this April in reverse from Cal. to Texas., then drop off to Dallas. Hope to have a great time living in the past!
Signed on: Monday March 11, 2002
Dr.William M.Geraghty
Cleveland ,Ohio
I was one of the original"Baloney Boys" to travel route 66 in 1967 So........all I have to say is......"Will the last one traveling to California from Illinois on Route 66 please bring the concrete "Teepees" The Baloney Boys."Fat Eds;The Crutch and The Flash from Cleveland,Oho
Signed on: Wednesday March 13, 2002
The Baloney Boys(THE BUCKEYES!)
THE OHIO STATE
We were going down 66 as they were building the new I-40 in 1967,sometimes it felt like we were the last ones on the road. My German wife says "Germans" are flipped out about 66 and love driving it on a motorcycle.Oh...ok....I drove it in a 59 Ohio rust bucket Ford.(Elaine Robinson comes to mind)sooooo on behalf of the "Baloney" boys whom know the road........all we have to say is - "ROUTE 66 LIVES!!!!!" but then so does Frodo....
Signed on: Wednesday March 13, 2002
donnie lewis
austin in.
great slide show!!!! cant wait till im on my on 66 tour!!
Signed on: Friday March 15, 2002
Elke and Kevin Sujdak
Chicago
Kevin and I traveled the entire Route 66 and more on our "Prenuptual Honeymoon" last year, when we moved from California (San Francisco)back to Sweet Home Chicago. We took our time, for once and made sure we saw most everything along this great road. We arrived at the "End Route 66" sign in Chicago on September 28, 2001 after almost 6600 miles and 4 weeks on the road. It was a fantastic adventure. We got married on October 14, 2001 in Grant Part by the Buckingham Fountain (opposite the End of Route 66). What a great Beginning we though! Our advise: Join the Route 66 Federation and get a set of their special maps. They were really helpful in finding hidden parts of Route 66. It's worth it!
Signed on: Saturday March 16, 2002
Bret Webber
Pasco, WA
Sweeeet!
Signed on: Monday March 18, 2002
Bret Webber
Pasco, WA
Nicely done!
Signed on: Monday March 18, 2002
Richard Beck
McLean, TX
I lived on the Mother Road in the late 50s and early 60s. When I backed out of our driveway I was on the westbound side of Route 66 in McLean, TX. How I miss those days. Great times, great people, great place. Drove many miles on the great road in Texas and Oklahoma.
Signed on: Monday March 18, 2002
christiane,,,di gonzalvo
france italy
Sweet greetings from sunny maurizius where I stay soooooo well and comfortable love and baci da happy christiane
Signed on: Tuesday March 19, 2002
Tony J
Signed on: Tuesday March 19, 2002
Tony J
Signed on: Tuesday March 19, 2002
Nick Arensberg
Minnesota
I like route 66 a lot
Signed on: Tuesday March 19, 2002
Andy Le
Your Mom
I like guys a lot
Signed on: Tuesday March 19, 2002
J Gibson
Prescott, Ariz
I spent a lot time on route 66 with my parents as a young person. Driving the Harley across Arizona brings back a lot of old memories.
Signed on: Wednesday March 20, 2002
Leehman Wexlin
Marathon Florida
great site
Signed on: Wednesday March 20, 2002
Robert Paige
Irving, Texas
We plan to travel at least the part of Route 66 from Amarillo to Victorville and return May 20 - June 1, 2002. E-Mail us for particulars if our paths might meet.
Signed on: Thursday March 21, 2002
Gary Carlson
RR#1, Orillia, ON.,Canada, L3V 6H1
What a great site. We are planning to travel to our favourite country USA and follow the entire Route 66. If you are in Canada, come visit Daylilies of the Field (an Official AHS Display Garden) and see over 1000 different Daylilies. This is a private, non-commercial garden. Send E-mail for detailed directions.
Signed on: Thursday March 21, 2002
Mr. & Mrs. Mike Cramer
Santa Ana, Calif
Get your kicks from Route 66!!!
Signed on: Friday March 22, 2002
Doug Rietz
Fremont, CA.
I am looking forward to picking up Rte 66 in Ludlow CA. on my way out to Albuquerque. Can't wait to see Roy's place in Amboy and looking forward to avoiding I-40 from Kingman to Flag. It doesn't get any better than seeing the maniacs on I-40 speeding by while you are cruising along with no one on your tail.
Signed on: Friday March 22, 2002
Doug Handyside
Allison Park, PA
Hello
Signed on: Saturday March 23, 2002
Nils Fonteyne
Dortmund (Germany)
Hello! I'm at the university of dortmund and i wanted to visit the southwest states in october 2001. Something happened to NY and Washington at september 11th. That was the reason that my airplane did't start. The company will never ever start :-( But that's no reason for me not to come and see the nature of the southwest! Is there somebody out there who can tell me something about the route 66? Perhaps you can tell me which places are woth to visit. I will not have enough time to see everything, cause I planned to stay for three or four weeks... Viele liebe Grüsse aus Dortmund, de nils
Signed on: Sunday March 24, 2002
Michael O'Neil
East Greenwich, RI
Will be travelling Rt 66 from OK City to Las Vegas in July 2002.
Signed on: Tuesday March 26, 2002
Steven C. Barr
Oshawa, Ont'o., Canada
Grew up in Waynesville, Ill's., 5 miles from 66, and hung out at the "Dixie" in McLean! Anybody know if the short piece of the first 66 still exists east of I-55 in Funks Grove? It did 10 years ago...
Signed on: Tuesday March 26, 2002
Jeremiah Crim
Los Angeles, CA
Hey everyone- A friend and I are currently working on putting together a "virtual road trip" for Route 66 as part of an independent study at Johns Hopkins. This summer, we will be traveling along the route, recording what is left of it in pictures, videos, sketches and interviews. As part of our project, we will be trying to interview as many fellow travelers and people that live along the road as possible. But we won't be doing this only on the road; we've already been in contact with some people who grew up along the road or traveled it in the past for phone and e-mail interviews. Did you grow up along the road? Or do you have memories of traveling Route 66 before it was decommissioned? If you'd like to share some of them with us, please drop me an e-mail so we can set up an interview. And if you're planning to travel the road this summer, you may see us out there! -Jeremiah
Signed on: Saturday March 30, 2002
Bob Engler
Wilmington, Delaware
Will be motorcycling the Mother Road across New Mexico in May. Am looking for an information about businesses that rent bikes in the region. Thanks.
Signed on: Saturday March 30, 2002
Ronnie Rutledge
Bakersfield, Ca.
Very cool!
Signed on: Monday April 1, 2002
Bob & Shirley Taulbee
Lincoln, Delaware
Retiring June 1st and will be traveling route 66 by the middle of month.
Signed on: Monday April 1, 2002
David Treidel
I just used the photo gallery from your site in my ESL (English as a Second Language) class here in Korea. First i had the class individually find out about Route 66 and come up with their own ideas of its signifigance. Then, the next day I filled in the blanks of the story and explained more about it. They were kind of lost - "so it's just a highway?!" Well, yeah... Then I took them into our computer lab and lead them through your photo journey. It was a real eye opener as they got into, say, Arizona and thought back on Chicago or Missouri! One of my favorite classes I've taught. Just thought I'd share. Welp, time to finish my lunch and go back to work!
Signed on: Wednesday April 3, 2002
Brian Keating
Signed on: Wednesday April 3, 2002
Brian Keating
Poole,England
Since I heard the Rolling Stones sing about Route 66 over 37 years ago,I`ve been hooked on an American dream.It`s been a dream to drive(whats left of)it and one day,just maybe,I`ll do it.Preferably on an American institution,or should I say,a Harley Davidson.
Signed on: Wednesday April 3, 2002
Kuba
Sanok, Poland, Europe
hi, i like road 66, plesae send me more info`s about "mother road"...
Signed on: Wednesday April 3, 2002
SRV
I hope to travel the last part of Route 66 this summer in my new 2002 Z-28 T-Top Chevrolet Camaro. I hope to go from my new home of Albuquerque, NM to the Santa Monica pier, then head north up the PCH. In fact I go over the old Route 66, which goes down from Sante Fe through the town of Bernallilo, every day on the way into work. My brother traveled Route 66 back in 1970, or so, when he was in the army. Him and a bunch of army buddies traveled to Albuquerque, to hear my broher explain it, him, a black guy, a Mexican, and some Japanese guy all piled into a car from Fort Sill and headed west. Route 66 truly is a piece of American history which must be preserved. Can America get that swagger during the times of the glory days of '66'? Yea, I think so. We will have new glory days which people will be writing about. With some very exciting automobiles coming out of Detroit and GM; the SSR, the Pontiac Solstice, the Cadillac CTS, the '03 Ford T-Bird, the Ford '49, hopefully this trend in Detroit will continue of putting a contemporary spin on some timeless lines, we may be witnessing a re-birth of the 'Mother Road', Detroit, and everything which makes America the Greatest Nation ever to grace the face of the earth. Go Bless America !
Signed on: Saturday April 6, 2002
SRV
I hope to travel the last part of Route 66 this summer in my new 2002 Z-28 T-Top Chevrolet Camaro. I hope to go from my new home of Albuquerque, NM to the Santa Monica pier, then head north up the PCH. In fact I go over the old Route 66, which goes down from Sante Fe through the town of Bernallilo, every day on the way into work. My brother traveled Route 66 back in 1970, or so, when he was in the army. Him and a bunch of army buddies traveled to Albuquerque, to hear my broher explain it, him, a black guy, a Mexican, and some Japanese guy all piled into a car from Fort Sill and headed west. Route 66 truly is a piece of American history which must be preserved. Can America get that swagger during the times of the glory days of '66'? Yea, I think so. We will have new glory days which people will be writing about. With some very exciting automobiles coming out of Detroit and GM; the SSR, the Pontiac Solstice, the Cadillac CTS, the '03 Ford T-Bird, the Ford '49, hopefully this trend in Detroit will continue of putting a contemporary spin on some timeless lines, we may be witnessing a re-birth of the 'Mother Road', Detroit, and everything which makes America the Greatest Nation ever to grace the face of the earth. God Bless America !
Signed on: Saturday April 6, 2002
Mike & Diane Austing
New Philadelphia, OH
My wife and I travelled a portion of Route 66 thru NM and AZ while heading for Army Language School, Monterey, CA in January 1976. We couldn't believe how beautiful the desert was in the winter. It's a shame that more of Route 66 can't be reclaimed. We lost quite a bit when the "interstates" took over travel in this country! Very Good Site; thank you!
Signed on: Sunday April 7, 2002
Gemma Piñera Suárez
Gijón (Asturias). Spain
Quite interesting and well done. ¡Congratulations!. Although it was real it sounds to me like a tale of thousands of kilometers.
Signed on: Tuesday April 9, 2002
Piet
The Netherlands
I plan to take my son for a three month trip to the U.S. in 2004 or 2005 and 'do' Route 66 by motorbike. Your site has provided me with lots of useful information! Thank you very much!
Signed on: Tuesday April 9, 2002
Frank and Carole DeLong
Yakima, Washington
Planning a trip in the near future on Route 66. See ya'all there.
Signed on: Tuesday April 9, 2002
Bruce Hibler
Dallas,TX
IM doing an school report for history in the 5th grade and ur site helped me alot and would u e-mail a map of 66 so i could look at it cause i really like maps alot thanks
Signed on: Friday April 12, 2002
David & Charmain Hutton
Tacoma Washington
We are leaving the first week of May for Georgia and would like to travel as much of Route 66 as possible
Signed on: Friday April 12, 2002
Mark D. Schneider
Garden Grove, CA
This is my personal story with the wonderful highway of dreams: After moving from our city to Laughlin, NV my now deceased "foster mother" and her son Andrew Dodson beckoned me to come visit them. I had a 1978 VW Rabbit Diesel which pretty much died in 1994 due to my ignorance, yet it provided me the opportunity to discover the California leg of the journey. I covered as much as the route due to time constraints.
Signed on: Sunday April 14, 2002
Heike & Michael Hering
Frankfurt/Main Germany
My wife 'n me are great fans to the states. We enjoyed a lot of time in this great country and your site remember us these good times. Hopefully we 're waiting for our next stay to USA. Greetings from Germany
Signed on: Monday April 15, 2002
adrian scallan
toronto canada
Great , interesting .I first heard of the mother road after standing in front of famous Santa Monica pier sign in 1997.I ride and I will travel ROUTE66
Signed on: Tuesday April 16, 2002
Paul Fr. Berthelsen
Norway
Hi there, We are 24 Norwegian Lost Vikings that will start in Chicago on the 25th april. We have rented Harleys at Eagle Rider and are really looking forward to ride all the way to Los Angeles. We will arrive in LA on the 7th. may. If you see us coming - with Norwegian flaggs - honk your horn! We have planned the trip for two years and cannot wait to see another side of USA. See you all !
Signed on: Wednesday April 17, 2002
Mariko Kinoshita
California
Hello,guys!I am planing to go to road trip this summer vacation,from LA.I don't know much sabout road trip,so Please tell me about your road trip(^^)
Signed on: Friday April 19, 2002
mike
Omaha ne
The wife and I are planning to cruise 66 from St.Louis,Mo. to the coast in 2003 for our 30th wedding anniversary. Great web site .. thanks
Signed on: Saturday April 20, 2002
marie-noelle
france
Signed on: Sunday April 21, 2002
marie-noelle
france
dreams go on !!!!
Signed on: Sunday April 21, 2002
Phil
Washington
I traveled the Route in my 1966 Mustang last year from the pan handle into CA and loved every minute of it! The car originally traveled the route when it was brand new so I felt it was my duty to celebrate it's anniversary by traveling the path again. It was smooth sailing! Great site!
Signed on: Tuesday April 23, 2002
Silje
Norway
I wish I could drive down route 66, Its my biggest dream. But I am only 13 years old.... I love USA!!!!!!
Signed on: Tuesday April 23, 2002
Wayne Weaver
Texarkana, Texas
Signed on: Tuesday April 23, 2002
Fabrizio
Italy
Greetings from the other side of the planet. I'vegot my kicks on 66 last summer and I miss USA so much! What do you think ... another trip in 2003 is a good idea? God bless You and Devil miss You passing! Bye Bye
Signed on: Tuesday April 23, 2002
Margaret Cusick
England
Signed on: Saturday April 27, 2002
Janet & Roger Goodrick
York in England
We've travelled various bits of 'route 66' over the past 3 years and we love it ! Oatman's GREAT (I was knocked over by a baby donkey there!)'The Snowcap' at Seligman, wonderful place but don't go if you've had a sense of humour by-pass. If you get the chance to experience the road definitely Go For It!!!!! You won't regret it. See you there sometime?
Signed on: Monday April 29, 2002
Johnny hulst
The Netherlands
I test-bike,s. I,am race-bike,s and the next step is route 66
Signed on: Tuesday April 30, 2002
Josh and Betsy Burns
Phoenix, AZ
We are mapping with GPS/GIS systems all of the alignments of Highway 66 in Arizona. Josh also does a Breeding Bird Census for USGS along the Oatman-Topock portion of the road.
Signed on: Wednesday May 1, 2002
Dave Bennett
wales uk
this is a great site i didnt even know 66 exhisted can anybody tell me how long approx it would take me to drive from start to finish if you can email me to let me know becouse i might do it this year
Signed on: Wednesday May 1, 2002
Soeren Bank Olesen
Denmark
Signed on: Thursday May 2, 2002
Nicholas Newman
Melbourne,Australia
Travelled L.A. to Springfield,2000late, find the site brings back all the memorys. Hoping to travel the complete Rte 2003.
Signed on: Thursday May 2, 2002
Carole Annie
Ohio
I've always wanted to travel Route 66 before I pass on. Hope I get the chance.
Signed on: Thursday May 9, 2002
Carole Annie
Ohio
Approximately how many days does it take to leisurely travel Rte. 66 and number of driving hours per day? What's the best time of year to do it? I'm so excited. Thanks in advance for your reply. Carole
Signed on: Thursday May 9, 2002
Charles Tagg
Arlington TX
Great Info. I am trying to plan a trip on Motorcycle and your site has helped a bunch. Thanks
Signed on: Friday May 10, 2002
"Red" Kreutz
Morton, IL
I'm a retired truck driver, with a 55 year love affair with the Mother Road, and even some of the Interstate highways which have replaced most of it.My oldest memories are of my Mom and Dad packing all us kids into an OLD's sedan from our home in south St.Louis, and driving west on ROUTE 66, to Meramec Caverns, Devil's Elbow, Lake Taneycomo, and beyond. It took me until the age of 40 before I could honestly say that i had driven the complete route (Chicago-Santa Monica). The ROAD is still a mystery to me, perhaps because so much of it constantly changes, yet so much remains the same.Maybe the ROAD itself is the destination, rather than some point along it. Kind of like poetry. I would like to warn any travellers who are not familiar with the route, do your research, plan in advance, and prepare for the worst weather you've ever experienced. It most likely wont occur, but if it does, it will be on ROUTE 66!!!!!
Signed on: Saturday May 11, 2002
Giuly
Italia
the spirit of amreica in one route!
Signed on: Sunday May 12, 2002
Robert Paige
Irving, TX, USA
We're off to California and return from May 20 through June 1. See ya on the road or e-mail us !
Signed on: Wednesday May 15, 2002
The Wilsons
Cobble Hill BC Canada
Just drove I-40 to Arkansas and back and stopped several times at Route 66 towns . Silver Moon Cafe was great but the adjoining run-down motel that is still being used distracts from what is a great restoration of that section of the route. Trust me it is run-down we stayed there .....
Signed on: Wednesday May 15, 2002
michelle
Killeen Tx
hey to all my buddies Tasha,Krissy,Frances,the other michelle,my Quinton C.,and my T.C.,and to everyone i forgot soory but much love to veryone and great website it helped me get a 100 in class LOL bye !!!
Signed on: Thursday May 16, 2002
Manfred
Austria
Hi, i love to go "the Route 66", every Year i come back to the the historic Route66 again. This year i visit from St.Louis to Kansas. Sorry my english! Please, sign my Guestbook to, thanks. Se you...on the Route 66, Manfred.
Signed on: Saturday May 18, 2002
Harold
NYC
Planning to make the trip start to finish on motorcycle
Signed on: Saturday May 18, 2002
Ryan Parnham
Morton, IL
My best friend and I drove the whole thing in 1997- the greatest 2 weeks of my life!
Signed on: Friday May 24, 2002
col wolf
australia
Signed on: Sunday May 26, 2002
Paul Fr. Berthelsen
Norway
Hi there, did u see us thundering down Route66. We had 12 wonderfull days from Chicago to LA - only 5 hours of rain ! We enjoyed every inch of the trip. We joined Fun Trip 2002 from Williams to Barstow - nice old cars u have! The Vikings will be back - keep the road open !
Signed on: Monday May 27, 2002
Katrina McSherry & Chad McMillan
London, UK & Louisiana
We are planning to take this magnificent road trip during the summer of 2003. I'm sure it will be a significant event in our lives. This is also my gift to Chad for graduating top of his class next year! I'm so excited for both of us. It looks so amazing. This is an inspiring site - thank you!
Signed on: Monday May 27, 2002
vaughn morris
south wales/uk
me and my partner are planing to grove route 66 in the year 2005; would like any tips or words of advice.
Signed on: Tuesday May 28, 2002
Jacky MARTIN
France
I am a French photographer, fan of classic cars and Route 66. I travelled several times on Route 66, and in other places in USA. You can see a lot of pictures on my site.
Signed on: Wednesday May 29, 2002
"Weezl" E;0-D
What a fantastic page! I have travelled small sections of Route 66 near Flagstaff, but never the entire thing. It's something I'd love to try one day. Keep up the great work!
Signed on: Thursday May 30, 2002
Paul & Laurie Hill
Santa Rosa,CA
WOW!! My husband & I just got back from our Rte 66 adventure. We traveled w/ my sister & brother in law. We had our brand new TBird & Corvette shipped from Calif to Chicago. Our license plates read RT66 4US and 2RTE66. Flew back to Chicago & started our journey on May 13th. We were on the road for 2 weeks arriving in Santa Monica on May 27th. We had the convertible tops down most of the time. What fun!! Lots of small towns, antique stores, museums etc....Wonderful sites & friendly people along the way! Advice to anybody who is planning a trip...2 weeks is not long enough...there is too much to do & see...Definitely view some videos before you go so you know the places to stop. It was fabulous!!!
Signed on: Friday May 31, 2002
Duane
Arlington, VA
After seeing a recent PBS documentary on Route 66, I started doing research on the itnernet and planning a trip. The city by city driving directions on this site are an excellent tool. I also purchased Michael Wallis' book, as well as Jack Rittenhouse's "A Guide Book to Highway 66." I think I will take a friend, and drive to Chicago, and then drive 66 through Illinois, ending up in Springfield to attend the Mother Road Festival in September. Should be a lot of fun. Very nice site here, excellent work!
Signed on: Sunday June 2, 2002
Robert Paige
Irving, Texas, USA
We are back home again after completing a two week trip to California. We stopped off at Winslow and had dinner at the Turquoise Room at La Posada (Excellent Prime Rib !). Visited the Bowlin's Flying C Ranch and had lunch and visited gift shop at Cline's Corners and also stopped by Yellow Horse and Jack Rabbit Trading Posts. Traveled the old road over Sitgreaves Pass and through Oatman (videos of the burros on Main Street !) Railroad Station at Kingman is undergoing renovation as is the Casa del Desierto at Barstow. Needles is trying to raise money for the restoration of El Garces. I am not all that much a fanatic on the road itself, but rather the places along the road, so things are looking up! Also had an unexpected and surprise, but short and pleasant visit with Jeremiah Crim -who is doing a research on Route 66 - while having lunch at Del's at Tucumcari (very delicious Reuben Sandwich !) May do some more exploring after Labor Day. Best regards to all.
Signed on: Sunday June 2, 2002
Robert Paige
Irving, Texas, USA
How could I have left out our visit to Delgadillo's Snow Cap at Seligman ? ! As somebody else has remarked, "What a Hoot !". Anyone -event remotely thinking of traveling Route 66 - shouldn't miss Delgadillo's. The Snow Cones are just like I remember them from my childhood days. Deliciously cold, tasty and refreshing, especially Strawberry !
Signed on: Monday June 3, 2002
charlotte
Haverhill, MA
Route 66 rocks! It should be a prerequisite for EVERY American to drive the length of the thing at least once in their lives ;-)
Signed on: Tuesday June 4, 2002
Randee
California
I have a quick question....when going to L.A. from Las Vegas, is it possible to travel Route 66? Just wondering b/c Im going on vacation next month and would like to go down the "mother road." Please let me know!! Thank you
Signed on: Thursday June 6, 2002
sue hart (szloch)
sacramento, california
i was on route 66 when i was just a little girl. my family drove from kansas to california on route 66 in the 1970's. it was a great ride. i would do it again with my own family and let them see the historical route.
Signed on: Friday June 7, 2002
Jack Chandler
Southern California
Just traveled the entire length of the Route from Chicago to Santa Monica, taking my 82 year old father on a nostalgia trip from his first trip west in 1941! I used McClanahan and Ross maps the entire way. What a great helper these maps were. I would have never made it without them! I highly recommend them. I got lost a few times, but got back on track with the maps. Was also able to drive as much of the "old" road (1926-1931) alignment as still exists! Would love to hear from others who have made the same trip.
Signed on: Friday June 7, 2002
Charles HortonSr
Corsicana, Texas
Looking forward to a vacation from Illinois to California on route 66....
Signed on: Saturday June 8, 2002
john w blain
lyman S.C.
Great have traveled parts of it & now i am going to join it a St Louis go all the way, to Calif, on cycle
Signed on: Sunday June 9, 2002
MONTSE & RAUL
SPAIN
WE WON'T DIE 'TILL WE CAN RIDE ALL ALONG THE ROUTE 66!!
Signed on: Monday June 10, 2002
Michael Stuckey
Signed on: Monday June 10, 2002
Gavin Crew
ENGLAND U.K.
See y'all in 2003
Signed on: Friday June 14, 2002
William E. Bouyer
Delaware
This site was very helpful in my resurch of Route 66. Planning on driving the entire rute this summer.
Signed on: Monday June 17, 2002
Banco Jones
spain
Esto es grandioso, irrepetible y se respira la historia.
Signed on: Monday June 17, 2002
Beth Akins
Jefferson, Georgia
Signed on: Wednesday June 19, 2002
Irvin
Netherlands
HELP!!! I am looking for two stickers of the route 66 sign to put on the gastank from my motorcycle. Does anybody know where I can buy, order or find them??? If you know, please send me an email with the information. Thanks in advance.
Signed on: Thursday June 20, 2002
haroun and heidi
joensuu, finland
we are planning to travel the route 66 next year and are trying to find out as much information as posssible about things to do and see on the way.if you can help us , we will be very gratefull for your help. if any one also has a map that he or she could send us we would be over the moon, because here in finland we can not find it. sincerely haroun and heidi
Signed on: Saturday June 22, 2002
Tom
Glassboro, NJ
Hello and thank you very much for a wonderful trip on The Mother Road. Very nice site!
Signed on: Sunday June 23, 2002
Sparrow and Hutch
Las Vegas
Thanks for the info. We plan to travel route 66 by truck (rolling campsite) in the near future.
Signed on: Sunday June 23, 2002
Dave
Oregon
Great site,thanks
Signed on: Monday June 24, 2002
Donnie Biggs
Virginia
Signed on: Monday June 24, 2002
Charlie Burns
Perris, Ca 92570
Hope to complete the remaining Route this fall. Have made it as far as Springfield, Mo.
Signed on: Thursday June 27, 2002
Mike
La Verne CA
I've lived my entire life a couple blocks from the route. Thanks for keeping it alive online.
Signed on: Saturday June 29, 2002
d z
Louisville, KY
I'm getting ready to travel the route in August. Excellent page with wonderful information on directions while on the route! Really, I've found nothing else on the internet that gives such directions!
Signed on: Monday July 1, 2002
Byron Budd
Coquitlam, BC CANADA
Signed on: Monday July 1, 2002
Don Berizko
San Bernardino, CA.
Hi Everyone, Isn't this a great website??!! I know there are some people here from California, Illinois and Texas. I wanted to let you know to be on the look out for Martin Milner, Star of Route 66 and Adam-12. He will be at 3 Route 66 events this year, please visit our website for more details. Also we have added some new Route 66 videos and DVD's to our website along with our other items. If you haven't driven route 66 these videos will show you everything to look for, if you have driven route 66 then these videos will bring back memories. Enjoy the Road!!!! don
Signed on: Wednesday July 3, 2002
Amy
Chicago
A friend and I are traveling from Chicago to LA the last week in August. It's our first time driving across country. We plan to take 6 days to get there. Looking forward to exploring Route 66!
Signed on: Saturday July 6, 2002
Fred Zimmerman
Kansas City, KS
Signed on: Sunday July 7, 2002
Mike Beddows
Manchester England
Ilive in England but I have visited Florida a couple of times with my family and we think your country is fantastic. We would love to travel on Route 66 some day and we like to find any information from people who have been lucky enough to have done this.
Signed on: Sunday July 7, 2002
Brian Horan
Great site! Very nostalgic. My grandpa ran an auto parts store on main street Bristow, OK, which was Route 66.
Signed on: Monday July 8, 2002
Armando H. Longoria
Austin, TX
Enjoyed viewing the information--I'm planning my annual trip to California. I've always used IH 10 but now I'm planning taking Route 66.
Signed on: Tuesday July 9, 2002
Armando H. Longoria
Austin, TX
Enjoyed viewing the information--I'm planning my annual trip to California. I've always used IH 10 but now I'm planning to take Route 66.
Signed on: Tuesday July 9, 2002
Mari Ruiz-Torres
Ontario, California
I'm looking for a publicity still and/or board game from the 1960s Route 66 tv series. Great site. I visit it often. Thanks lots
Signed on: Thursday July 11, 2002
Fred & Jacky Goudy
Reading, England
We've just got back from our R66 trip and still cant shut up about it. It was long and tiring but was it worth all the effort? You bet it was! What a fantastic way to travel across America. The food was great, the scenery was awesome and you couldn't meet friendlier people. Stayed in loads of R66 motels and we cant speak highly enough about them. We will return...definately!
Signed on: Friday July 12, 2002
Karen Boudreau
San Diego
We have printed the map (OK?) so that we can follow it in the car on our trip down the road. THANKS for having it available.
Signed on: Monday July 15, 2002
Dr.William M.Geraghty
Cleveland& San Diego
several years ago,I posted about "THE BALONEY BOYS " that drove route 66 in 67 heading out to California in a 59 rustbucket Ford Fairlane that "FAT EDS" paid $35.00 for .......we'll the adventure continues.The FLASH;The Crutch;and Fat Eds will be represented by the FLASH on the Return Trip from California to Ohio.(took awhile)in September 02. Follow the Adventures of the Flash,as was posted a few years ago.THE ADVENTURE CONTINUES!!!
Signed on: Monday July 15, 2002
Annie Moyer
Bellefonte Pa
hope to visit Route 66 in Arizona next year.
Signed on: Tuesday July 16, 2002
Tiger S. Tagawa
Wood Dale, Illinois
Middle of April of this year, we have drove on an unpaved road in between Laguna Pueblo village to Los Lunas. NM SR6 East bound, I have strong impression that the yellow center line on the deserted road and have surely felt, here was the Main Street of America Though I have no Corvette StingRay, someday, let me start to drive from the main entrance of The Art Institute of Chicago at Michigan and Jackson Avenue to Santa Monica, California !
Signed on: Tuesday July 16, 2002
Erin Quinn
Las Vegas, NV
Signed on: Wednesday July 17, 2002
Mudragaddam Mahesh
Carbondale, IL
I am an Internantional student here in U.S and I have partly travelled through Route 66 and I have always wanted to know more about it. I am very pleased with your site providing with the details of Histotic Route 66. I wish to drive from Chicago to Los Angeles over this Route.
Signed on: Wednesday July 17, 2002
Daniel French
Ann Arbor, Michigan
This is without a doubt theeee most moving and insperational websites for travel I have ever visited! I have put route 66 on top of my list of life's things to do. Just a great website...thank you!
Signed on: Thursday July 18, 2002
Gary Schultz
Almond, Wi.
I believe the State Hwy in Chenoa that you refer to in the guide is State Hwy 24 not 25. We have relatives living in the area and I believe that is the correct hwy.
Signed on: Thursday July 18, 2002
Gizmo
Great Site!!
Signed on: Sunday July 21, 2002
Lyndell Wood
Illinois
Signed on: Monday July 22, 2002
De Buf Jeannine
Belgium
Signed on: Monday July 22, 2002
kevin turner
Signed on: Wednesday July 24, 2002
kevin turner
Cullercoats - a village in NE England!
Dream holiday ('vacation' in your parlance)must be to drive the whole route. Please don't spoil the image by telling me it's long and boring. I prefer the image and I WILL do it one day.
Signed on: Wednesday July 24, 2002
Scotty Hannah
Dallas TX
66 is the ultimate "automobile" road trip - savor the subtle aspects
Signed on: Friday July 26, 2002
les thighgland
utoxeter u.k.
photos were a little uninspiring, dull even.still, its a good reason to go and get my own!(any donations greatfully recieved)
Signed on: Sunday July 28, 2002
Garl Stevens
California
This site brought it all back to me. Whhen we were innocent, when we cared for our neighbors. When a neiighborhood was more like one big extended family and things were not so complicated. Thank you for bringing me home again.
Signed on: Tuesday July 30, 2002
Garly L. Stevens
San Pedro,California
Your site brought it all back to me. When we were more innocent, when we cared for our neighbors. When a neighborhood was more like one large extended family and things were not so complicated. It was a wonderful time of discovery, a great time to be alive. I only now realize what we have lost. Thank you for bringing me home again.
Signed on: Tuesday July 30, 2002
Gary L. Stevens
San Pedro,California
Your site brought it all back to me. When we were more innocent, when we cared about our neighbors, when you knew the names of every kid on the block. When a neighborhood was more like one large extended family and things were not so complicated. It was a wonderful time of discovery, a great time to be alive. I only now realize what we have lost and I mourn at it's loss. Thank you for bringing me home again.
Signed on: Tuesday July 30, 2002
Bill Hahn
Concord, NC
I was stationed in Tucson, AZ / USAF for 3 years; early 70's. Even drove home to Indiana once... but took the Interstates. Could have experienced 66 (it didn't occur to me). Recently read a book on the subject, became fascinated, now my wife and I plan to make the trip next Fall / 2003. I would enjoy hearing from experienced travelers of 66 about what to miss - what not to miss. It's interesting to see how popular this site is with Europeans. Wonderful Site!
Signed on: Thursday August 1, 2002
Jim and iris Jordan
Signed on: Monday September 2, 2002
Douglas & Kathy Gummere
Orlando, FL
Planning a driving trip in 2003 to drive all of old Route 66. Planning a 3 week trip. Any thoughts as to the best way to visit these historic sites along the way.
Signed on: Monday September 2, 2002
Katie
Seattle
A friend and I will be driving as much of 66 as is left next year. Anyone have advice on: The best time of year to do it? When the "off-season" is (limited funds)? Camping along the way? Best safe places to stay? If a side trip to Vegas would be worth the effort? Any info is welcome!! Katieh29@hotmail.com
Signed on: Tuesday September 3, 2002
Stephan
Belgium
Nice site We travel the road from S.FE to S.Monica next year with the bike (we hare HD riders from beljium)
Signed on: Thursday September 5, 2002
Ricardo M. Luchetti
Brazil
Congratulations for your very good work on this site!
Signed on: Thursday September 5, 2002
cristian
italy
hallo this november i go to the road!!!!!!
Signed on: Monday September 9, 2002
TJ Greaton
Maine
I took a trip from California to Maine with my fiance (surprisingly we are still together!) During this trip we crossed Route 66 many many times. We often stayed at motels on the Route. It was pretty exciting to see part of American History still working.
Signed on: Tuesday September 10, 2002
LaDo
Netherlands
A great site, with a lot of info. Keep going on! LD
Signed on: Tuesday September 10, 2002
John Schaeffer
Pa.
Always wanted to ride my motorcycle across 66, but haven't had the chance yet. I'm 50 now, and slowly running out of time, but it's still adream.
Signed on: Wednesday September 11, 2002
Lars the idiot
lars
Metallica best band ever
Signed on: Wednesday September 11, 2002
Dorothy Kosmak
Dadeville, AL
Traveling from Barstow through Oklahoma on my way home from visiting my granddaughter in Littlerock, CA. Finally, gonna take that trip...!
Signed on: Wednesday September 11, 2002
Carlo
Genoa, Italy
I stay one time, in 1999, on the Route 66. Crossing Flagstaff... It was a dream!
Signed on: Thursday September 12, 2002
Courtney Took
Barstow, Californa
Hiya! I live in the city of Barstow and right on Route 66! Go me! Well just came by to say this site is great.
Signed on: Sunday September 15, 2002
Allan Scott
Scotland
Hm, interesting. One day perhaps, who knows. Check out the CD Rough Sketches from Route 66 by John Stewart. The songs reflect his impressions of the road and the people who live along it.
Signed on: Monday September 16, 2002
Ralph Iorio
Toronto, Canada
Signed on: Wednesday September 18, 2002
Tess
Springdale IN
With directions and a map we left Los Angeles on a cold and drizzly morning for an adventure on 66. The trip was like going back in time to simpler times. The drive between Victorville and Barstow CA was scenic and beautiful. My husband pulled over to the side and we got out. It was very quiet except for the occassional car or charter bus going by the two lane road.
Signed on: Thursday September 19, 2002
Eleanor
Kanker Illinois
Los Angeles here we come...on old Route 66.
Signed on: Thursday September 19, 2002
Denny
Ontario, CA
To answer a question about if it's possible to take Route 66 from Los Angeles to Vegas. Route 66 does not go all the way down to Vegas but you can take 66 from Los Angeles to Barstow then get on I-15 the rest of the way to Vegas.
Signed on: Friday September 20, 2002
paul wilson
kitchener,ontario
Heard "Get your kicks on Rt.66" and the theme from the T.V. series and took the route from Chicago to L.A. in 2001.Going again soon.
Signed on: Saturday September 21, 2002
Samantha S.
Italy
We hear about Route 66. It is a very famous street in the United States. We are going to visit Los Angeles next year and see Route 66.
Signed on: Saturday September 21, 2002
Duane and Chris McKenzie
Lorain Ohio
Signed on: Sunday September 22, 2002
Julia
London, UK
I had a small taste of Route 66 a couple of years ago while on holiday. I am now planning another trip to the states purley to travel Route 66. Both me and hubby can't wait to 'Hit the Road'... If anyone has any tips an where to stay and places to see pleeeeease let me know... Thanx .... Oh by the way .... I LUV AMERICA ... You guys have some of the most beautiful scenery I've ever seen and I can't wait to see you all again ..xx..
Signed on: Sunday September 22, 2002
Robert B.
Manhattan Beach
When I was young my folks took me on a trip to Oklahoma from California on the original Route 66. This was 1952! I remember the trip and I do hope to take parts of it again. Many fond memories.
Signed on: Sunday September 22, 2002
Robert B.
Manhattan Beach
When I was young my folks took me on a trip to Oklahoma from California on the original Route 66. This was 1952! I remember the trip and I do hope to take parts of it again. Many fond memories.
Signed on: Sunday September 22, 2002
James
Ventura CA
We finally did it! Our life long dream. My wife and I drove on route 66 all the way from Los Angeles to Illinois. We rented a car for the trip and returned to Los Angeles via plane. What we saw was a lot of americana history. We never got tired of the ever changing scenery. We plan to do it again in about 5 years but in reverse next time. Everyone should get their kicks on route 66 at least once in their lifetime.
Signed on: Sunday September 22, 2002
Louie F. Thomas, US Army (Ret.)
Mogadore, Ohio
Signed on: Monday September 23, 2002
Louie F. Thomas, US Army (Ret.)
Mogadore, Ohio
I have traveled the old road from end to end, but mostely the westeren half. It brings fond memories of the road and the people. Wish it was still present in all it's glory.
Signed on: Monday September 23, 2002
Mable Troy
Richmond, California
We drove from the Frisco Bay Area to Los Angeles to take a trip to the Calico ghost town near Barstow. We had planned to take I-15 to Calico but decided to try old Route 66 instead although it would take longer. It was interesting to see the historic significance of Route 66 by being there instead of looking at pictures and reading about it.
Signed on: Tuesday September 24, 2002
Patrick johansen
norway
i have a task about route 66 amd i visited this site and i found it very interessting. i foud alot about route 66 and i thank you all for this site... blessings from patrick johansen 18 years old. ps: i love your country.
Signed on: Thursday September 26, 2002
Jeff Harris
Michigan
Nice site. Hope to visit some of the REAL Route 66 someday!
Signed on: Thursday September 26, 2002
allea griffith
amboy
Signed on: Thursday September 26, 2002
Shelby
Wisconsin
Hello again, I am working on writing a book.
Signed on: Friday September 27, 2002
Robert Paige
Irving, Texas
Hello, Shelby from Wisconsin ! If you are working on a book on Route 66, you have a lot of company. Good Luck and Happy Trails !
Signed on: Friday September 27, 2002
DeBon
Chablis
I left Illinois with my bike group to arrive in Los Angeles on Route 66 last summer.
Signed on: Saturday September 28, 2002
Richard Nuno
Vegas
I was born near Route 66 in Victorville CA. Now my family has moved to Vegas so my dad can work. I miss living near Route 66.
Signed on: Sunday September 29, 2002
Denis Brighton
Liverpool England
Before there were the interstate highways there were the routes that people used to travel across America. Route 66 will forever live as the American icon of the past that's very much alive today in songs and films. To some Route 66 is an enigma and to others it is a grand relic of the past.
Signed on: Sunday September 29, 2002
AMG
Pasadena, CA
Surprise, surprise! I just found out that I actually LIVE on old Route 66. How odd...
Signed on: Sunday September 29, 2002
ken smith
smyrna, delaware
although i've never travelled on rt.66 or any of the states it runs through i certainly have a deep appreciation for it's long and historic background.
Signed on: Tuesday October 1, 2002
Irv
Northridge, CA
Traveled Route 66 in March 1929 as we migrated from Illinois to Southern Calfornia. A real adventure!
Signed on: Wednesday October 2, 2002
Guy
AZ
get your kicks
Signed on: Wednesday October 2, 2002
Dorothy Kineer
Scottsdale
Last summer we drove back to California (orginally from Van Nuys), the first time using old Route 66. It got a little confusing in Los Angeles with the traffic and trying to follow the route through different congested streets and neighborhoods. We finally made it to the Pacific Ocean.
Signed on: Thursday October 3, 2002
Tod Baker
England (Isle of Wight)
Drove from L.A. to SFO via P.Springs, Sedona, G. Canyon, Vegas & Yosemite.. Picked up 66 Seligman to Kingman. Real Buzz. Steinbecks Grapes of Wrath tell it like it was. Its just a road! No its not, its a huge chunk of history. Magnificent! shame its not still complete.
Signed on: Saturday October 5, 2002
Niels E. Petersen
Rosenbakken 5B, 6100 Haderslev, Danmark
Vi påtænker at køre fra Chicago til Los Angeles på MC i eftersommeren 2003. Vi vil selv lave turen og ikke køre gennem rejsebureau.
Signed on: Saturday October 5, 2002
James Mancuso
Perry,NY
This is one great way to get one's kicks on Route 66 . A couple years ago I actually did so on the short stretch in Galena, KS when I went trucking with a driver buddy of mine. What a thrill it was to actually experience the magic of the Mother Road, if only for a few short stretches.
Signed on: Saturday October 5, 2002
Kenneth Hunt
UPS Main St
I was surprised when I found out that the world famous Sunset Blvd. in Los Angeles is world famous Route 66 also. Sunset Blvd. is also imortalized in film and song.
Signed on: Saturday October 5, 2002
Haslett/Hoffs
Niles, Michigan
Planning trip in June 2003 with 17 year old son, 14 year old grandson, and seven year old daughter. We'll be going in reverse from flagstaff. Thanks for the reverse directions!! Would love any "kid friendly" suggestions--especially lodging. A couple cool historic roads in Michigan: Red Arrow highway along Lake Michigan then heading east along I-94; US 12, an east-west road spanning the southern part of state!!
Signed on: Friday October 11, 2002
Robert Paige
irving, tx
Haslett/Hoff. Couldn't get mesage sent to you. Drop me a line by e-mail if you would like some suggestions. t
Signed on: Friday October 11, 2002
Robert Paige
Irving, Texas
Here are a few suggestions for starters (I don't claim to be an expert such as Tom Snyder, et.al. but have been traveling "Route 66" since 1961-at least from Amarillo to Victorville) and "have been there-done that"..: For lodging, don't miss the Wig Wam Tourist Courts at Holbrook, Arizona (on old Historic Route 66 from I-40 exits 285, 286 or 289). The "grown ups" in the family will love La Posada in Winslow, Arizona.(Historic Route 66 from I-40 exits 252, 253 or 255) Be sure to have dinner (Prime Rib is excellent !) in the Turquoise Room at La Posada and then step outside and watch the trains go by.The TraveLodge at Kingman, Arizona (I-40 exit 53) is a real bargain (at least it was on our trip last May). Just to name a few. You can probably find websites for all of these. El Rancho at Gallup, New Mexico is also a historic place for lodging (I-40 exit 20, 22 or 26).One of the best coffee shops for a light meal and also one of the best "Route 66" gift shops for memorabilia is at Little America in Flagstaff, Arizona (I-40 exit 198). For the kids, don't miss the "Indian Trading Posts" , especialy Bowlin's "Running Indian" at Mile 234 on I-40 in New Mexico (don't remember which town, if any, is closest) and the Yellow Horse Trading Post at Lupton, Arizona - at Mile 359 on I-40 at the New Mexico-Arizona state line....run by Chief Juan Yellow Horse and his wife. Then there's the Jack Rabbit, just east of Winslow, Arizona (I-40 Exit 269)........."Here It Is !". Nearly forgot to mention Cline's Corners, New Mexico (I-40 exit 218) but it's on the "must see" list, too ! Most of all for entertainment, don't miss Delgadillo's Snow Cap at Seligman, Arizona (on "Historic Route 66" in the middle of town betwen exits 121 and 123 on I-40). The snow cones are "just like they used to make them" and the Delgadillo Brothers - Juan and Angel - are always cutting up and playing tricks on the unsuspecting tourists. And finally, I would recommend at least travelling the old section of Route 66 between Kingman and Topock, Arizona over the mountains and through the town of Oatman, Arizona, with the wild burros roaming the main street. You exit I-40 at Mile 44 just south of Kingman and re-enter I-40 just before crossing the Colorado River into California.It's not for the timid driver or acrophobe, but really not all that bad if you go slow on the switchbacks and the up and down grades, allow plenty of time and enjoy the views. These are just a few for starters. I hope you will get more replies.
Signed on: Saturday October 12, 2002
azitah
azitah
I love u and I need u Nelly I love u I do Need u. No matter what I do all I think about is u even when I with my boo u know I am crazy over u.
Signed on: Monday October 14, 2002
Dennis and Laura
Evansville Illinois
We strongly recommend taking old Route 66 instead of the interstate highways when going to Los Angeles. We done it the last 3 summers. It's always a great adventure.
Signed on: Wednesday October 16, 2002
Myrtle
Arizona (retired)
Here's my favorite page about Los Angeles http://www.geocities.com/los_angeles_coast lots of information that you should look at before going there.
Signed on: Wednesday October 16, 2002
Jeff & Corrie Orth
Maltbe Washingtion
Will driving IL to Ca in are lite Blue 66 Ford Cobra Wa 66 plates in late April and early May 2003, not more than 250 miles a day. Looking for any good sites to see, can anyone help. Will be runnung GPS to help use find the old road, sometimes it seems overwillming. Look for use and say hi.
Signed on: Thursday October 17, 2002
Rusty Morris
Marshfield, MO
Being 48 years old you'd think I'd have known Route 66 was still there. Well I know now and drive the section between Marshfield and Springfield a couple of times a week. The wife and I plan to drive all the Missouri parts of The Mother Road and hopefully the rest of the country in our lifetime. My favorite section of Route 66 is North of St. Robert, MO where the road is divided. Though it's not the original placement it is still like driving into a timewarp. Happy driving to all
Signed on: Monday October 21, 2002
Jaclyn Faber
St. Louis MO
We traveled Route 66 this summer for a month and fell in love with the mother road! We used the information on this web site to get us started and found it so helpful. We did use the directions given on this web site and I will tell you they are great! We only got lost a few times and when we did get lost it was in the major cities! I highly would suggest following all the gravel and dirt roads you get a chance to see some beautiful country! We did months worth of research and this is really the best 66 site a round. Keep on following the mother road!
Signed on: Wednesday October 23, 2002
Natasha Elliott
This is the greatest site i have ever been to! Like myself, being a fan of route 66 shows your appreciation of transportation at its finest. Thanks to this wonderful site, it is made possible to research and learn good solid information of the historic route 66. :)
Signed on: Monday October 28, 2002
Kevin Holden
Newcastle, England
i hope to visit the us next year. I have always wanted to 'do' route 66. This site has only given me a kick. To do it!
Signed on: Monday October 28, 2002
Kevin Holden
Newcastle, England
i hope to visit the us next year. I have always wanted to 'do' route 66. This site has only given me a kick. To do it!
Signed on: Monday October 28, 2002
Don Owens
Evansville, TX
This web page got me so interested in fact that I now plan to drive Route 66 to Los Angeles (at least part of the way) instead of flying.
Signed on: Tuesday October 29, 2002
Tim Logan
Mississauga, Ontario Canada
Just got back from doing the road. IT WAS FANTASTIC. Can't wait to ride again. Saw so much - and I LOVE my car!!! 9000kms from Toronto to California and back - 9000 memories!!!
Signed on: Tuesday October 29, 2002
Clara Nuckels
Kingman|Velle Vista
Hi, I am miss Valle Vista 2002, and i loved participating in last years Miss route 66 pageant. I was impressed with all the cars and the shows everyone works so hard on. When I visited Seligman for the pageant, everyone was so excited to be there. Thank You to all the people who make the Route66 events possible. Clara Nuckels
Signed on: Thursday October 31, 2002
Rebecca
Lakewood, WA
I will turn 45 in 2004...and for my birthday that February, I plan to drive the NM/AZ portion of the route (all I will have time for) in a red covertible, with plenty of sunscreen, no itinerary and lots of film....
Signed on: Saturday November 2, 2002
THOMAS MC DERMOTT
(GLASGOW)SCOTLAND
BE THERE SOON
Signed on: Wednesday November 6, 2002
Michael Jordan
TSMS
Hello. Umm... I g2g bye bye.
Signed on: Thursday November 7, 2002
Danielle
Wisconsin
I did a project on this in 8th grade, I am now a doctor and loved that road. We had great memories from it.
Signed on: Thursday November 7, 2002
Ivy Pound
Suffolk, England
Would be grateful for any info on what to see and what to do - planning to drive Route 66 in June 2003. Does anyone know how long it is?
Signed on: Thursday November 7, 2002
Dave Menges
Elkhart IN
I proposed to my lady friend at the bend of the Chain of Rocks bridge last week. She said yes!
Signed on: Friday November 8, 2002
Fanman
Milwaukee, WI,
Signed on: Saturday November 9, 2002
Fanman
Milwaukee, WI, USA
Hey there! I am planning a Harley ride to do the entire Rt. We will be shipping our bikes to LA, flying to get them and riding home. I think I will use the Kelly Cash "Reverse" Directions instead of AAA's. QUESTION: I need an idea of how many days it will take to get back to Chicago. Also, I am open for ideas for "MUST SEE'S" ALONG the way. Thanks and keep Kickin' it on 66
Signed on: Saturday November 9, 2002
Jeff Prien
Fox River Grove , Illinois
In four years, my son will be eight years old, and I'd like to head out with him, in our '66 Charger, down the old mother road.
Signed on: Tuesday November 12, 2002
robert olsen
norway
halla balla jai ar en otlanning som ar veldi doooom
Signed on: Wednesday November 13, 2002
JOE AND JEAN BREA
MEMPHIS, TN
Did the Route 66 thing last May and June in our "new" 1965 Impala. Picked it up in OKC via the blue highways and almost avoided all of I40.The side trip to the Grand Canyon was great. Using your directions as well as McClanahan and Ross maps made the trip much more interesting.Met some really nice folks along the way, both natives and foreign tourists. Looking forward to doing the trip againin my "new" yellow 48 Chevy.
Signed on: Friday November 15, 2002
Dale and Ron
My buddy and I traveled every mile of this road we could get on in Aug.2002.It was not easy finding all of it, but we did it! What a wonderful trip. We took 900 pictures!It is a must see!
Signed on: Saturday November 16, 2002
david
HEY THIS IS DAVID
Signed on: Monday November 18, 2002
Katrina the Great
Russia (former soviet union)
Route 66 was a very important part of my life. Without out it, i never would have found Bradley. He meens the world to me. fondly, from Russia (former soviet union
Signed on: Monday November 18, 2002
Alessandro Imperlioni
Sweden
Odenskogs Maffian kommer snart att åka på route 66
Signed on: Monday November 18, 2002
Pierre Drolet
Weatherford Texas
Heard so much about Route 66, wanted to get some facts on it. Thanks for the information.
Signed on: Wednesday November 20, 2002
Frank Bohan
Ron McGuire
I would like to know if Soulebys Gas station is still open in Mt.Olive Ill.
Signed on: Wednesday November 20, 2002
Phil
Germany
Hi, I´m 14 years old. I have got a homework and then I was at this page. I can hardly write and speak english.I needing this page for my american -english homework. This page is the best for my work at school . See you later aligator!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Your friend from germany (Berlin)
Signed on: Wednesday November 20, 2002
Rebecca Racine
St Catharines, ON
Hello! It's Becky from Canada! I Love you Jay!
Signed on: Friday November 22, 2002
David Bruce
San Berdoo / Redondo Bch. Ca.
Born on it Drove on it Wrote on it
Signed on: Sunday November 24, 2002
Perry
Auckland Australia
We are planning a Los Angeles trip next U.S. summer (our winter) and we want to take a whack at the old route 66.
Signed on: Sunday November 24, 2002
William F. King
Newark, Ohio
We made our first trip west in 1953 on Route 66.We have made several since then,but on the interstates.Would like to go one more time on Route 66 it was the best.
Signed on: Monday November 25, 2002
Thomas Soncrant
Michigan
Having driven Route 66 since 1960, we always look forward to our next trip, which in this case, is the summer of 2003. We will introduce our grand kids to the real American Highway, ROUTE 66.
Signed on: Tuesday November 26, 2002
mike davis
chattanooga, tn
traveled the old 66 in late 1950's twice when we moved from ny to calif and calif back to ny i miss the old open road and hate freeways
Signed on: Wednesday November 27, 2002
martin hathaway
county durham, england(uk)
as a youngster in the '60's i never missed "Todd & Buzz" and longed to drive route 66. in '88 & '92 i visited the south west and got to drive bits in ca and az. it's unlikely that i'll do it all but looking at the websites is the next best thing. many thanks.
Signed on: Friday November 29, 2002
Wheels Academy
Car & Motorcycle Websites
Signed on: Sunday December 1, 2002
Robin &Berit
Sweden
An interesting site
Signed on: Monday December 2, 2002
Amanda
CA
I really like this page, It helped me out a lot for a school project
Signed on: Tuesday December 10, 2002
Crazy liz
Germany
Signed on: Thursday December 12, 2002
Crazy liz
Germany
Signed on: Thursday December 12, 2002
Crazy liz
Germany
Signed on: Thursday December 12, 2002
Bronte89
The power of internet! Awesome.
Signed on: Sunday December 15, 2002
marieke
the Netherlands
Hi ya all, Yesterday my friend and I made a promiss to eachother, when we've both finished university we're going to travel all the way from chicago to Los angeles following the famous route 66. It'll take me another 3 years but until then I'll keep on dreaming. Thans for the site, it is really cool and keeps the dreams alive
Signed on: Monday December 16, 2002
cbi class
Lincoln High School
Why isn't there anything about Lincoln Heights or El Serreno sections of Los Angeles, which were part of route 66?
Signed on: Monday December 16, 2002
Rosemary
Rogers
Made the trip from Springfield,Il to L.A.in 55',I was seven yrs.old and I think that I remember every motel, gas station& cafe on 66'.I remember a souvenir-shop called Blackie,s, but can,t remember the state it was in.Would appreciate any info on it. Thanks for the memories!
Signed on: Tuesday December 17, 2002
Rosemary Rogers
Beaumont, Tx.
Made the trip in 55'from Springfield,Il to L.A.I was 7 yrs.old at the time,but I think I remember every gas station motel and cafe along The Mother Road. Who would of thought at the time that it would become a wonderful drive down memory lane some 40 some odd yrs,later!We're planning on making the trip again sometime this year.Does anyone have any info on a souvenir shop called Blackie's? I remember the shop but can't remember the state it was in.
Signed on: Tuesday December 17, 2002
THom
California
I am heading out on route 66 this weekend. I am broke and need to get to California. Any advice on where to get good rides, find a free place to crash or somewhere to work short term along the way to raise some money would be greatly appreciated. Seasons Greetings!
Signed on: Thursday December 19, 2002
Jerry Sanderson
Mina,SD
Signed on: Wednesday December 25, 2002
Karen DeLong
Creston, OH
I was very lucky to travel Route 66 back in 1967--the whole route all the way to California. Saw many wonderful and interesting things along the way. If anyone gets any kind of remote chance to travel this road---DO SO! And please stop at the many interesting cities, sights along the way. You will never regret doing so. It's hard to believe that so much of this famed road is no longer "with us". America, thru the years, has become too "fast" of a country and always in a hurry. So, take time to slow down and enjoy our great country on Route 66!!
Signed on: Friday December 27, 2002
Heiko Krüger aus Friedland
Signed on: Monday December 30, 2002