CJ1-1 Photo by Chris J.

This is actually Friday night before the ride having
driven into Mexico from San Diego. Unloading the
bikes and gear after arriving at a resort in Tecate.

 

The next few photos are from Friday night.
First order of business: Choose your ride.

SS1-1 Photo by Steve

CJ1-2 Photo by Chris J.
To everyone's delight, all the rented bikes had
fresh rubber. Many had brand new rear tires
which would soon be put to good use.
Mark and Ryan.

GG1-2 Photo by George

LP1-3 Photo by Luke
 Tim doing shadow puppets or magic, I'm not sure.
Not quite warm enough for a dip,
but it looks inviting.

GG1-23 Photo by George

GG1-25 Photo by George

Beau and Chilly, racing pair.

Saturday morning....Let's GO!
Ready to head out, this is
Mark and Ryan before the falls.

GG1-27 Photo by George
   
A short ride to breakfast.

CJ1-6 Photo by Chris J.

GG1-3 Photo by George
 Who's hungry?

Delicious chorizo & eggs that stayed with some all day!

 

Sidenote: I found out a few weeks later why the
waiter here gave me a bewildered look when
I asked ¿Tiene Usted algo salsa caliente? Oops.

GG1-15 Photo by George

LP1-4 Photo by Luke

Group shot after getting Tim with
the fake oil puddle. ;^)

Lucas looks at the back of Rad's
bike for the first and last time.

LP1-6 Photo by Luke

RN1-5

On the trail. Or, is it a road? Sometimes we'd ride over
some really tough terrain that seemed inaccessible except
by dirtbike, Baja buggy, or horse, and then there'd be a
road sign. Unbelievable.
Some say that Baja is the most beautiful place there is.
While I'm personally undecided, I will say that it is always scenic, as you will notice in many of the photos that follow.

RN1-6

GG1-4 Photo by George

Whew! A break.

Most of the photo opps are at breaks or meals for
obvious reasons.
Saddling up for the next leg.

RN1-8

RN1-9
Cattle guard ahead, so there might be cattle too.
 

SS1-2 Photo by Steve

SS1-4 Photo by Steve's camera
 Fred and Steve.
Creek bed break.

GG1-6 Photo by George

LP1-8 Photo by Luke

Warming up now. Time to peel off some layers.

A bit cool in the mornings, it was in the low to
mid 70's this time of year. Perfect!
Lucas, Luke, and Rad. Finally...We're doing Baja!

LP1-9 Photo by Luke's camera

LP1-10 Photo by Luke
 Chris V. (with Baja beard) and Lucas.

Meanwhile:

Ryan studies nature.

GG1-5 Photo by George!

CJ1-9 Photo by Chris J.
 A welcome break at Ramona's. This part is the gas station.
These are the fuel tanks.

GG1-8 Photo by George

CJ1-10 Photo by Chris J.

The fare at Ramona's. I think that's $4 & $5 per gallon.
Someone correct me if I'm wrong.
Chris J., Luke.

LP1-14 Photo by Luke's camera

SJ1-3 Photo by Sten

Enjoying cold drinks, a snack, and the shade at Ramona's.

Ryan, Lucas, Chris V., Steve.
The PA boys, Moe, Larry...No....Mark, George, Ryan

GG1-7 Photo by George's camera
This was one
 long day!
   

SJ1-4 Photo by Sten

Lunch at the new taqueria in a small town.

Anyone catch the name of this little hamlet?
Some looks around town.

CJ1-13 Photo by Chris J.

RN1-15
  
George, Luke, and Lucas.

GG2-24 Photo by George's camera

GG2-13 Photo by George
 Friendly locals serving up great grub.

Luke arrives at the famous "Mike's Sky Ranch".

Not sure who the yellow helmet is. Mark maybe?

GG1-11 Photo by George

GG1-30 Photo by George
The bike parking and pool at Mike's Sky Ranch.
Those Tres Amigos at the Rancho.

GG1-32 Photo by George

RN1-18
 
Some of the mountains around Mike's Sky Ranch near dusk.

CJ1-16 Photo by Chris J.

LP1-15 Photo by Luke!
I told you, it was a very long day. Thanks for this one, Luke.
See, look at Mark.

GG1-28 Photo by George

LP1-16 Photo by Luke
  

George, Chris J., Mark, Beau, Steve,
and Fred enjoy much needed refreshment.

SJ1-5 Photo by Steve's camera

GG1-13 Photo by George
 Lounge at Mike's where home made tequila is served.
With the Rancho on generator power, it's lights out at 10. So that's why we were supposed to bring flashlights!

CJ1-17 Photo by Chris J.