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4.07 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.07
30 Reviews

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By Guest (0 McR Points) on Dec 31, 2009

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Guest
May 5, 2012
We live in Tucson. Our V-Strom 1000 is one week…
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HEC
November 23, 2011
What a great ride! We rode the route Nov 2011.…
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Written Directions

You can't miss this as there is no confusion. From Phoenix take Rt.60 east out of the big city toward Superior. At Superior turn south on Rt.177 toward Winkleman. At Winkleman turn left (north) on Rt.77 toward Globe. At Globe turn west on Rt. 60 (left into town and follow traffic on Rt.60 across the bridge, turn right and then follow traffic toward Miami (Az) and on over the "Top of Land" to Superior. You're back at start. From Tucson you will enter the triangle at Winkleman. From Showlow you will enter at Globe. I love this 90 mile ride for all the scenery and wonderful historical feeling. Take your time, this is a slice of life not to be misssed.

Scenery

The route changes elevation from 2500 to 5000 feet with corresponding changes in flora and geology. It is beautiful, different on each of 3 sides.

Drive Enjoyment

These are state high ways and all maintained very well.

Tourism Opportunities

If you eat Mexican food you are in luck. I absolutely recommend Marias in Winkleman, order tacos w rice and beans. In Superior eat at Las Hermanos. In Globe there are several choices, you might even get a hamburger or hot dog someplace. Be sure to eat at one of the shacks. The food is excellent. Tour a little in Superior and be sure to ride though downtown Globe. You will be impressed with the substantial building in Globe. The old mines, mining towns and geology are incredible. El Capitan Pass between Winkleman and Globe is a sure stop to enjoy the views. Life is short, do it now.

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dpickens01
January 4, 2021
29 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
It was a nice ride with lots of elevation changes and beautiful scenery. Also get to see some of the mining areas. Stopped at Maria's in Winkelman for lunch which also was good. Make sure to get gas at Superior before heading south.
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dpickens01
February 12, 2021
29 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
Nice ride and scenary. A little chili in January, wish I had heated grips up in Superior/Globe.
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Tundra Hawk
April 4, 2021
13 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
I have ridden this route a number of times over the past 20 years and each time I still enjoy it. I usually ride south out of Superior and start the run there. There has been some road work along the way in all sections and there is still a lot happening Globe to Superior as they improve that roadway. Still a nice run...
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