Breakfast was interesting as we got our “usual table” and were described as the “crazy crowd from last night”.  It was time to leave.

A cold start led to a hot day, as the group headed towards Death Valley.  Some confusion over the speed limits in “the park” led to the group getting a little disjointed with half heading one way, while the other half  (with the map) went the correct way.  By midday we arrived at our destination: Badwater, the lowest point in the US at -282 feet.  This was definitely a highlight of the trip, and lots of photos were taken by the group and tourists who found the bikes to be an interesting photo op.  At over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, the heat was on, but the journey was worth it.  Now it required a final 150 miles push to Bishop, California.  Some of the best riding and curves (not as plentiful as the curves in Tonopah, but that’s a whole other story), ensured everyone had a great motorcycle riding experience.

Safely arrived, the pool and the hot tub became the focal point and we eventually moved on to the Whiskey Creek for a wonderful dinner and [more] alcohol.  This was the last night the complete group would be together, as Turtle Mama, The Pirate and Scott (CHiPs) would be heading home tomorrow.