The Old Chain of Rocks Bridge that connects Madison, Ill., and north St. Louis, Ill., is part of an old alignment of Route 66. It's now used as part of a Trailnet walking and bicycling trail that connects the St. Louis Riverfront Trail and the MCT Confluence Trail. On Monday, Trailnet will begin fees of … Continue reading Parking fees coming to Old Chain of Rocks Bridge
Geezer Riders reach the end of the line
The Geezer Riders considered their ride to Oatman, Ariz., one of the highlights of their Route 66 trip because of the rugged Black Mountains surrounding it, the semi-wild burros roaming the streets and the quaint businesses. Here's the story on it in the Mainichi Daily News of Japan. Here is the report about the Geezers' … Continue reading Geezer Riders reach the end of the line
Scenes from the road in New Mexico
Compugrrrl has posted nice images in recent days on the New Mexico PhotoJournal. On Friday, she posted a photo of a long-shuttered diner in Glenrio (even though it's just within the border of Texas). She also has images from the Blue Swallow Motel and and the Route 66 monument, both in Tucumcari, neon from the … Continue reading Scenes from the road in New Mexico
“RV” movie contains a brief Route 66 connection
According to film reviewer Brent Simon of Now Playing magazine, the new Robin Williams comedy "R.V." has a brief Mother Road reference: In the end, too, after the secret of Bob’s meeting comes out, a moralistic ending gives way to a cast karaoke version of “(Get Your Kicks on) Route 66,” a la the Farrelly … Continue reading “RV” movie contains a brief Route 66 connection
A new interview with Pixar’s John Lasseter
Jonathon Moran of Seven.com.au in Australia sat down and talked with Pixar director John Lasseter about the studio's upcoming "Cars" movie, which is based on Route 66. Lasseter says "Cars" is "the most complex film we have ever made." Lasseter also said his trips on Route 66 also greatly influenced the film's look. ... The … Continue reading A new interview with Pixar’s John Lasseter
Hampton Inns wins Preserve America honor
Jim Conkle of the California Route 66 Preservation Foundation reports that both he and Hampton Inns were nominated for the Preserve America Presidential Award. Conkle found out yesterday that Hampton Inns won, so he in essence also won because he was a humongous part of the Hampton Inns Route 66 Caravan a few years ago … Continue reading Hampton Inns wins Preserve America honor
Tulsa’s Route 66 Master Plan is now online
I reported on this plan here and here a few months ago when I had a hard copy of it. But now it's on Tulsa County's Vision 2025 site for your perusal. Route 66 Master Plan home page Route 66 Master Plan, Part 1 Route 66 Master Plan, Part 2 Route 66 Master Plan, Part … Continue reading Tulsa’s Route 66 Master Plan is now online
Fat Man has fewer than 300 miles remaining
Steve Vaught of thefatmanwalking.com is enjoying springlike weather in Pennsylvania and has fewer than 300 miles to go in his cross-country trek, according to his April 26 journal entry (near the bottom of the page). Also, if anyone wants to join Steve's walk into New York City, e-mail him at steve@thefatmanwalking.com to let him know.
Another attraction coming for Route 66 rail fans
The central New Mexico region is preparing to open a commuter rail line called the Rail Runner that eventually will connect the Duke City to Santa Fe. Considering that Albuquerque has the region's only major airport and considering Santa Fe is filled with tourism attractions, it sounds like this is a terrific alternative to driving … Continue reading Another attraction coming for Route 66 rail fans
Another reason to use Route 66
Apparently an eastbound Interstate 44 bridge over the Gasconade River in Missouri was damaged during a truck accident on April 15, and one lane has been closed since until repairs are made, according to the Waynesville Daily Guide. Repairs aren't scheduled to begin until May 1 at the earliest. Obviously, that kind of lane closure … Continue reading Another reason to use Route 66