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Presents:
"Deadhorse Down"
Deadhorse to Fairbanks
June 24th - 30th 2005
Welcome to the Edge of the World!
Cross the Arctic Circle!
Dive into the Arctic Ocean!
Soak in natural Hotsprings!
Ride the most remote parts of North America!
Phil
Freeman, owner of Alaska Rider Tours, will be leading this trip.
This ride features 5 days of exploratory riding from the Arctic Ocean to Fairbanks on 2004 Kawasaki KLR 650's. This tour is designed for those who are short on time, but want to make a motorcycle trip of a lifetime through the farthest reaches of North America. Stream crossings, stunning scenery, wildlife viewing… this tour offers it all for those who want an unforgettable motorcycle adventure!
"Deadhorse Down" features
the Dalton Highway: the most remote stretch of dirt highway on the continent.
We will start the tour in Prudhoe Bay, and search out adventurous side-trips
on old mining roads along the tour route all the way to Fairbanks. The
riding is 40% paved, 60% dirt.
The Caribou are migrating this time of year, so we will have a chance
to see hundreds of them! Imagine having to stop your motorcycle while
they pour over the road! We will also be visiting the old sourdough town
of Manley Hotsprings. This remote town boasts a rich gold mining history
and distinctly Alaskan frontier atmosphere. It also features natural hotsprings,
so bring your swim suite!
We will be staying in hotels, historic roadhouses, and industrial containers (that's all they have in Deadhorse!). Get your gear ready, we are going to the edge of the world!
Alaska Rider Tours will have the motorcycles ready for you in Deadhorse. Space is limited to 8 riders, on a first come/first serve basis.
Itinerary:
*Deadhorse is the small industrial town which supports the oil exploration at Prudhoe Bay. It is located a few miles from Prudhoe Bay and the Arctic Ocean. To gain access to the ocean, one is required to take an authorized tour. (Security in the area is high due to terrorist threat to the oil infrastructure at Prudhoe Bay.) The cost of the tour is $37 per person. You may take the tour the afternoon of the 25th.
Saturday, June 25th:
Deadhorse
Please arrive in Deadhorse by Saturday (Alaska Airlines provides daily flights to Deadhorse from Anchorage). Hotel check-in. You will be able to take a tour of Prudhoe Bay and the Arctic Ocean in the afternoon (Please let us know in advance, so we can set it up). Welcome Dinner this evening. Stay in Deadhorse.
Sunday, June 26th:
Deadhorse to Coldfoot - 239 miles (200 miles dirt)
We will be riding from the most northerly point on the road system in North America. We will cross the remote Brooks Range at Atigun Pass. Scenery is world-class, and the chance of seeing wildlife (from Grizzlies, Dall Sheep, Caribou, to Moose) is high. Stay in Coldfoot.
Monday, June 27st:
Coldfoot to Yukon River - 133 miles (45 miles dirt)
We cross the Arctic Circle on this day. Though not a long day of touring, there are some mining roads to explore in the Coldfoot area, which will keep us busy for hours! Stay near the Yukon River.
Tuesday, June 28nd:
Yukon River to Manley Hotsprings - 137 miles (96 miles dirt)
We ride south to the Elliot Highway turnoff. We then ride west to the small frontier town on Manley Hotsprings. This town was started as a trading post for the surrounding miners at the turn of the century. It still retains its remote and rugged charm. We will be staying at the Manley Roadhouse, established in 1906. The town is quaint, and boasts a population of 72. For those interested, there are some hotsprings to soak in, after a days' ride.
Wednesday, July 29th:
Free Day in Manley Hotsprings
This day is up to you: Rest, read, relax, or explore around the area on your KLR 650. We have a chance to check out some of the mining roads in the area. Other activities include Pike fishing or visiting a dog sled kennel. Stay at Manley Roadhouse.
Thursday, June 30th:
Manley Hotsprings to Fairbanks - 152 miles (70 miles dirt)
From the edge of the world, we finally reach civilization in Fairbanks. Farewell dinner at 5-star restaurant this evening. Stay in Fairbanks.
Friday, July 1st:
Flight Home
Information:
The tour price includes: motorcycle rental, 6 nights accommodations, all
dinners (Including a 5-star Farewell Dinner), guide, staff mechanic, support
vehicle (carrying spare parts, tools and an extra motorcycle), printed
tour itinerary and Alaska Rider Tours t-shirt and hat.
Tour price does not include: alcohol, tips, gas, alternate tours and breadfasts and lunches on the road.
*All guests are asked to contribute $100 to a group "kitty" to cover alcohol costs while on the road. Some of the places we will be staying do not offer alcohol. The remainder of the kitty will be distributed back to the tour members at the end of the tour.
Price:
$3,000 double occupancy
$3,600 single occupancy
Group size:
4 rider minimum
8 rider maximum
Alaska Rider Tours
P.O. Box 1392
Girdwood, AK 99587
www.akrider.com
akrider@alaska.net
1-800-756-1990/(907)272-2777
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