Sith Happens Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 Has anyone done it? I really fancy it for my 50th birthday in a couple of years time. What's best, through a tour operator with an itinerary or diy? Fancy it in a convertible but read may be too hot and a normal car with ac best? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoetheRam Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 Aircon is a 100% necessity if doing it in summer. You'll hit 40 degrees easily in Arizona and New Mexico and possibly Cali. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sage Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 18 minutes ago, Paul71 said: Has anyone done it? I really fancy it for my 50th birthday in a couple of years time. What's best, through a tour operator with an itinerary or diy? Fancy it in a convertible but read may be too hot and a normal car with ac best? Air con. A convertible would be too hot and sunny unless you went in April or October and then you have to think you would think you would go through different climate zones. You will have to like driving as you will several hours long stretches through naff all. Don't skimp on car size/quality as it will be your world for a couple of weeks. I thought about it and found this guide https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2015/feb/28/us-road-trip-route-66 On balance I'm going to do the West Coast from Seattle to San Diego. DIY would definitely be best. You can find loads of helpful stuff on the internet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McRamFan Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 Done both PCH (just the CA part) and 66. I would recommend you do it DIY, stay in motels and look out of for booklets that give you discounts on diners and motels (hopefully they still exist). Don't be afraid to stay in not so well known towns, and ask the locals for advice and guidance and things to go and see that aren't advertised internationally, you will be pleasently surprised. Tour operator have their own agendas ad timetables, you could end up frustrated by having only a set amount of time, and no opportunity to wander off the beaten track. It technically doesn't exist anymore, however some states are rebrading parts of the road system State Route 66. Plan when you are going to stay on the highway and when you are going to wander off. I would also go for an SUV, you need plenty of room, as you end up using it as a massive suitcase / changing room / bedroom / diner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richinspain Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 1 hour ago, Paul71 said: Has anyone done it? I really fancy it for my 50th birthday in a couple of years time. What's best, through a tour operator with an itinerary or diy? Fancy it in a convertible but read may be too hot and a normal car with ac best? Rowett prefers Route 1 I’m told. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sith Happens Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 1 hour ago, richinspain said: Rowett prefers Route 1 I’m told. I'm not doing it in an old banger either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarrowRam Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 I’ve always wanted to drive Route 66. If I was you I’d plan it yourself. I know a lot of Route 66 was lost when they opened the freeway. A lot of the towns on Route 66 ended up ghost towns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddie Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 You don't need to go and do that nonsense for your kicks. I'm prepared to kick you for nothing. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2tups Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 On 17/06/2018 at 13:06, sage said: Air con. A convertible would be too hot and sunny unless you went in April or October and then you have to think you would think you would go through different climate zones. You will have to like driving as you will several hours long stretches through naff all. Don't skimp on car size/quality as it will be your world for a couple of weeks. I thought about it and found this guide https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2015/feb/28/us-road-trip-route-66 On balance I'm going to do the West Coast from Seattle to San Diego. DIY would definitely be best. You can find loads of helpful stuff on the internet. And the IPAs will be awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boycie Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 Anyone tried route 69? Im thinking of heading down the highway. Hopefully something will come my way? yer never know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richinspain Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 15 minutes ago, Boycie said: Anyone tried route 69? Im thinking of heading down the highway. Hopefully something will come my way? yer never know. I've heard it's ok, but can get a bit hairy at times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McRamFan Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 9 hours ago, Boycie said: Anyone tried route 69? Im thinking of heading down the highway. Hopefully something will come my way? yer never know. Once you manage to get past first base Boycie, don't bite off more than you can chew... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boycie Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 You’re all filthy animals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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