Highway 93: Is it really THAT bad? Nevada to Arizona on a 2024 Harley Davidson

[@ridetofood]

What do you think about the ride from Vegas to PHX? Anyone got a favorite food stop in Kingman they want to share?

[@fabiano.colella]

If you don't stop at Mr. D'z in Kingman you're doing it wrong :)

[@deanarmbruster9012]

Cracker Barrel in Menchie's ice cream

[@jamescampolo7824]

I've lived in Kingman for 33 years. The only place I eat is at home it's a sure thing. Italian, Mexican, Q, American. Otherwise, if your just passing though there are plenty of chains. The local Mexican is Gringo/chain Mexican. Mr. D's, it's a burger joint.

[@jamescampolo7824]

IMHO, the food in Kingman is like an Arizona road, it is rough but it will get you there.

[@demastermynd]

darn hate i missed you in nevada, maybe next time...ride it like you stole it :)

[@marktaylor8659]

My wife and I visited the Hoover Dam many years ago. We took the tour and our tour guide said, "No dam ticket, no dam tour". Great video and thanks for sharing.

[@ridetofood]

Haha love it! Thank you for the kind words

[@donalddesilets7640]

Great video , The Hoover Dam is definitely a marvel! I was so in aw the first time I saw it. I was there on a bike trip when they were building that very tall bridge you could see when you were standing on the Hoover Dam. That was a feat in itself, they built that coming in from both opposite sides. They only had the middle connecting section to install when I left. Love your videos, you are a wealth of information!

[@ridetofood]

How cool! That would have been amazing to see being constructed! Thank you for the kind words 😊🤘

[@jamescampolo7824]

I drove over the dam for 20 years before they built the bridge. That was the only way to get to Vegas unless you went through Laughlin and up 95.

[@CD-lm5xq]

A great drop again Staci !! I am fortunate to be old enough to have been able to cross the dam in a car with my parents in the late 70's. It is a must stop to visit if you are in the vicinity. I will definitely stop this year on my journeys south. Thanks for taking us along Staci !!! 👍👍👍👍👍

[@Viewson2s]

This is on my list of stops when I ride back that way. From Atlanta

[@wayneburbank2440]

People! Ahhhh! Ride away! Lol. You're awesome :) The thing I remember the most about that ride are the lights on all the windmills... it was dark... and I was amazed at how many there were and in awe about how they got them ALL to flash at the same time!?! Lol. I don't remember the road being that tore up though, good to know! Keep riding, laughing, and enjoy everything around you! Love watching it :)

[@MrVegas702-zk5ye]

Those tacos looked delicious and your happy dance while you ate them confirmed it🤣😂

[@ridetofood]

💃🏼🌮✅ the happy dance tells all! Haha! 🤘

[@nerissa_nonstop]

Love The Coffee Cup. I left my wallet there by accident once, didn't realize it until I was halfway back to PHX. The great people at the Coffee Cup found it and mailed it to me in PHX! Def a great place to support

[@ridetofood]

NO. WAY. omg. that's awesome!

[@jamesp386]

Always great content and well produced. 💯

[@ridetofood]

Appreciate it!

[@christydelfs8998]

I live in Vegas and have ridden to Boulder City a few times. Have also rode to Death Valley once before in the spring time when rare flowers were blooming. Right now it's been 110° + weather and riding at all has been brutal LOL. Glad you got to enjoy the ride before the heat.. thanks for reminding me to try that coffee shop! It's been on my bucket list a while now.

[@professor767]

Thanks for the ride video. Hoover Dam is indeed an engineering marvel, and exciting to tour. There are some awesome youTube videos that show it up close. ride safe.🙏🏾👍🏾

[@robertrich4756]

I enjoy your videos, really well done. Also, I think you keep getting prettier and you have a fabulous laugh! Keep up the great videos and ride safe!

[@ridetofood]

lol thank you!

[@creigstanfield]

I really enjoy your videos. Perfect mixture of the sites you see, the food you eat and little about your gear and the bikes you ride. Keep up the good work!

[@ridetofood]

Thank ya!

[@brucegerken1063]

Great video thank you very well done thanks for taking us along.

[@GeorgeKremer-sp2uw]

Wicked awesome tips about the Hoover Dam! Thanks! And, thanks for the heads up about the less than smooth roadway. However, with most excellent tacos as the reward at the end, I'm sure it was a well spent day in the saddle! Thanks for taking us along!

[@RayTorres-gb8bp]

Hey miss Stacie, great videos love the scenery, keep the videos coming ,stay safe keep riding 😊

[@leayoung3014]

I love this ride on a bike! many, many years ago we took the tour to the bottom of the dam and it was AWESOME! Your hair will stand up on end because of the static electricity! That tour was so worth it!!! 15:17

[@ridetofood]

Haha that is amazing! Good to know. Thank you!

[@linru992]

I have and continue enjoying your vlogs! Keep up the great work and I'm always inspired by your content!!🎉❤😊

[@ridetofood]

Thank you!

[@Ridingdakotas701]

On my ride from Kingman to PHX it was 112 degrees. Coming from the North it was miserable. This looks much more enjoyable this time of year lol

[@ridetofood]

Hahaha yeah, riding it in February and riding it in July are VERY different scenarios 😂

[@TyFromTennessee]

What a great ride! I've never been to Vegas on the bike, but I love going there. I appreciate you taking us with you. Those tacos looked amazing! Very well done...

[@ridetofood]

Thank you Ty!!! the greater vegas area has some great riding. of course it's enjoyment will depend on the time of year you end up going (july...prob not the best month haha!). February wasn't too shabby other than the rare and historic storm systems that moved in with perfect timing lol

[@dorianatownsend]

Yay, you're in my area! I enjoy the 93. Some of the highways here can be a bit rough, but the views are unmatched. Glad you're enjoying yourself and got some tacos!

[@georgesmith6785]

Use to tide it all the time as son in Phoenix mom in Bullhead City. Excellent vidro

[@thevoiceinmyhelmet3827]

Super enjoyed this video , Thanks for sharing , I’ve ridden from Kingman to Vegas several times and always had a great time 👍😎

[@jasonshortphd]

Did that ride almost a year ago. From the dam to Seligman, then on to Winslow, and then down to Phoenix. It was COLD and saw a lot of snow. Great riding though.

[@castle228]

My father and I did the round trip from Phoenix to Vegas and back to Phoenix back in 2003 (by automobile). Stopped at Hoover, also. Great little trip and I definitely didn't think it was boring. Thanks for taking us along, Staci! Cheers!

[@ridetofood]

Awesome!!

[@vandechu]

Love your content

[@baggerbuley]

Glad you mentioned the Dam bathrooms because they are a triiiip. 🤙🏼

[@ridetofood]

Haha almost cut it out of the edit but I was like “nah, I think they deserve a mention” 😂

[@baggerbuley]

@@ridetofood Definitely, if only for the time warp factor of it. 🤣 It was one of my unexpected favorite parts when I visited.

[@dmedina6835]

Another great video!!!! Stay safe and remain beautifully awesome

[@ridetofood]

thank ya!!

[@waynesiminski8268]

Nailed it again girl! 👍🏻 Thanks as usual Staci.

[@Tommyvon]

The last time i was at the Hoover Dam, the bypass bridge hadn't been built yet. Still a few years after 9/11, it was the only way from phoenix to vegas and it was ROUGH. Such long wait times as cars were searched crossing the bridge. Esp on the weekends. I was so fed up by the wait, and the search, that i didnt care to stay. This looks so much more relaxing. Thanks for bringing us along, bucket list to ride there!

[@ronroccolarosa5575]

Very cool, just rode that 3wks ago! Including the Dam!! Be safe & ride on!

[@ridetofood]

Thanks, you too!

[@artieshell9205]

Another great one. And I’m oddly fascinated by the video editing. Great job & thanks for putting in the time and effort.

[@ridetofood]

Thank you!

[@user-bl8bn4kb8m]

Another great video, thanks for sharing your trips and giving us all the travel tips and tricks..

[@ridetofood]

Thank you for watching them! 😊

[@GearHeadMoto]

Another great video from you. I am going to try and make it here this year on my 3,000 mile moto camping trip.

[@ReneVandyk]

Hi Staci what an Awesome Amazing Scenery love the Hoover dam that had

[@SwabbyG]

OMG those looked so good and the best part is I'm literally heading to Phoenix tonight!! Not for the tacos but while I'm there I know where I'm eating now!! You're awesome sauce Staci. 🙌🙌

[@ridetofood]

Tacos Tijuana is also a great stop!!

[@TD205]

Awesome videos!! I've been to the Hoover Dam and it is a sight to see👍🏿. Those tacos looked delicious😋. Good stuff!! Stay safe🏍!!

[@houseofroos]

Classy and articulate !

[@JohnScharwath]

The Hover Dam tour is well worth it !!!

[@MrTraewilliams]

Ms. Staci is like a taco bloodhound There is no place a Birria taco can hide. 💯✌🤟🤘

[@ridetofood]

WHO LET THE DOGS OUT 🎶🐕🌮

[@BIKERLIFE-Portugal]

Love your work,,,,great job....🙂

[@ridetofood]

thank you!

[@adamc209]

So nice, love this channel. You are an amazing one woman operation ! Can’t wait to get bike touring in a few months

[@ridetofood]

Thank you and enjoy! 🏍️💨

[@gsrider569]

Great video, really diggin your content. good info on the places, attractions, people and food on your journeys. doesn't hurt that your easy on the eyes either.

[@ridetofood]

Thanks I think 😅

[@gsrider569]

@ridetofood it's all good!!! Keep.up the good work.

[@AstheMagpieFlies]

YAS :D I love Staci Daily Vlogs :P

[@ridetofood]

Yay! Thanks friend 🖤🫶

[@Qwnb72]

great video !! keep them coming! thank you !!

[@ridetofood]

Thank you! Should have a new one up tomorrow 😊🤘

[@gregmilona2159]

Great video Tracie ,thanks from an Aussie 🇦🇺🇺🇸

[@ridetofood]

Thanks for watching!

[@back_yard_bill]

Hoover Dam, another "must see!" for me. Hope I can get tour tickets on site. Planning to head down to Daytona in less then 2 weeks, stick around for Bike Week, spend some time on the Florida Adventure Trail then will head West towards Nevada. Only got to spend a couple days last October and I can see, I missed a lot of stuff! Will hopefully be able to spend more time riding around Nevada. Thanks for the great video.

[@briandenton8360]

I told you 93 was rough!! We did it in an SUV and it was terrible!! The wife and I definitely loved the beautiful scenery out west last December but we did miss the trees back here in Va. If you have time, I'd definitely recommend the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, if you haven't done it. And the extended tour of the Hoover Dam is well worth the few extra dollars.

[@ridetofood]

You'll see the grand canyon a couple of times in my PanAm series I filmed in 2022 - it's slowly being released over the next couple of months! :)

[@leonbeck6254]

All the food looked great😉🎅🏼🏍🇺🇸

[@Delzona]

Another excellent video! I haven’t been back to the dam since the bridge was built, so of course it’s on my list of places to revisit! It is always distressing to see how low the water level is now! Very worrying!😢 Awesome tacos 🌮 🎉!

[@ridetofood]

The water level definitely puts things into a new perspective when you see it in real life!

[@Delzona]

@@ridetofood it is certainly an eye opener!! Ride Safe!

[@pamartin]

Thanks for taking us with you! 😂😂 you blurred the speedo! 😂😂

[@ridetofood]

😎🏁

[@jamesblair4454]

I always love watching your videos, you make it so interesting to watch. I have lived a Harley Davidson lifestyle for so many years but I have to say seeing the old Ford pick up pulling the trailer with the old VW bus on it was cool and I was hoping you were going to walk over and take a look at them. Like most Harley people I’m in the classic vehicles also.

[@ridetofood]

Sometimes you gotta pick and choose your battles and talking with the owner of that setup was one I wasn’t interested in picking 😂🤘

[@jamesblair4454]

@@ridetofood completely understandable

[@jimweagant8920]

Thanks for the video and ride along 👍👍

[@ridetofood]

Thanks for always watching, Jim!

[@mdf1951]

As usual your video's are really great.

[@ridetofood]

Thank you!

[@evensteven0254]

I visited the Hoover dam about 20 years ago & did the dam tour. Dam good video!

[@ridetofood]

Haha awesome! And, thank you!

[@mojomanmurph1925]

I drove 93 for the first time in Dec 2022. People were flying doing average speed between 80 - 100. It was crazy. Scenery was awesome though, just try not to get run over. Visit Hoover Dam if you are ever in the area. Worth the stop.

[@ridetofood]

....did you watch the video? lol!

[@VegasJimmy]

I've made that trek a few times and the worst part is when the road shuts down. Happened a couple times to me where they close it down due to a fatality. Depending where it happens, you may have to detour to Prescott or WAY out of your way to get around. Plus you gotta grab a Chicago Dog in Wikieup!

[@ridetofood]

Dangit I missed the hot dog stand?! GAH!

[@vadersvicla9746]

I did the round trip From Phoenix to Vegas last year, I have to agree with you on the condition of the roads! 2 out of 10 is being nice. There are stretches of highway that are the worst condition I have ridden on. But, the desert scenery is beautiful and it would be an incredible ride if the roads didn't suck so bad!

[@ridetofood]

hahaha, agreed!

[@martyvanzandt1417]

I take that route every year (for the last 3 years) from Henderson NV to Phoenix for Arizona Bike Week. Those trips I had a Kawasaki Vaquero, traded that in for a 23 FXST. I'll see what the difference is when I go again in April. 🙂

[@ridetofood]

Have all the fun!!

[@kramer8865]

It's so strange, but for some reason whenever I watch your videos I get very hungry 😊

[@ridetofood]

I understand 😂🌮

[@kevinmeehan4549]

Great episode !!!!

[@ridetofood]

Thank you!

[@KeithRowell-ix2qg]

Used to drive for knight out of Phoenix. Have driven that 93 hwy over 100 times.not bad

[@ridetofood]

that's because you're in a gigantic 18-wheeler lmfao

[@nomoreblahblah]

Good views of the Hoover Dam. Though the Dam was built years before, I have a suspicion that Las Vegas wouldn't exist if the Hoover Dam didn't exist. Excellent Cool😎

[@ridetofood]

It definitely would not be what it is today without the dam!

[@Pococnosurvival]

that French toast in the beginning looked so damn good I am going to make some now....and the taco spot, looked really good. you must have a special food camera, all the stuff you eat looks like its the best in the world......I bet you can make a Big Mac look like a gourmet black Angus t bone steak prepared by gordon Ramsey.....lol. the way you do your videos, and the way you give history, your like a freaking historian....haha...good job

[@ridetofood]

Hahahaha, thank you!

[@tailwind_adventures]

Great vid.... you should have ran the 95 south from Boulder City to Laughlin and taken Oatman HWY into KIngman..... It's such a rad road

[@ridetofood]

That’s a great ride! As the boomers love to tell me, “been there done that” 😂🤘 oatman is awesome!! Great rec!

[@Viewson2s]

Amazing view.

[@NairbRegah]

The 93 is brutal when it's hot. There can be brutal headwinds too. During the rally in Bullhead City the Kingman HD is a popular stop with entertainment and food trucks. Now I have to try The Taco Spot. Try Republica Empanada in downtown Mesa.

[@ridetofood]

Yeah I bet it suuuuucks in the summer!

[@MichaelH416]

Thank you for sharing

[@ridetofood]

As always Thanks for watching them! 🤘😊

[@allwrong3114]

You should have been at the dam in 1983 when it overflowed. That was cool!

[@ridetofood]

I wasn’t anywhere close to born yet but yes if I had a Time Machine I would definitely want to check it out! Lol

[@allwrong3114]

Oh. Power to you youngster! @@ridetofood

[@briantanner9900]

Thank for sharing such a great trip , you do such great job making me want to jump on my bike a take long trip , so a question for you , why block out your speed dial ? Thanks again keep sharing !

[@ridetofood]

Thank ya! Some things are better left for the internet to ponder 😎

[@renegade6785]

Four wheels move the Body ,but two wheels move the Soul 😊 👋

[@MatheusXJapan]

IF I am not wrong Transformers movie was played in Hoover Dam. Wonderful place! You have been made nice vídeos, keeping making! USA has many many great places and incredible roads! Congratulations!

[@ridetofood]

Haha yes it was a part of the transformers movie!

[@knappdaddy]

Wow no better way to end a long day than with tacos !! Great job !

[@ridetofood]

you know it!!

[@TimBarnett-pl9kd]

You want some twists an scenic road, look into coastal scenic road from San Lewis Obispo too Monterey, California.

[@ridetofood]

As the boomers like to tell me “been there done that” first time was 10 years ago! 🤘🏍️💨

[@MoxieMike66]

I drove from NH to El Paso by car when I was stationed at Ft. Bliss almost 40yrs ago, mainly ride in northern New England on the bike, NH & ME. Finally got my MC Lic over 18yrs ago, bought my first bagger 2yrs ago, been mostly riding a 79' KZ1000 ST since I got my License, my 1st & 3rd bike. Live in NH near the coast and I've ridden all over the state, haven't been out there since the Army.

[@mojomanmurph1925]

Anywhere out west is awesome to ride. Just have to be sure of the weather conditions.

[@ridetofood]

nice! the white mountains of NH are beautiful!

[@sharonhirsch1173]

Fun video

[@Bill0167]

I just rode 93 North from Wickenburg to Kingman. It was at night, wasn’t a fan of the road at night. Had to get get gas in while on 93 and it was 6.99! Thats crazyz kingman was almost 1/2 that. Seeing during the day may be worth it I guess…

[@ridetofood]

Yeah I’d say give it a whirl when the suns out lol!

[@twocupstwodrams7535]

Everything is better with bacon......butter, yeah, that's enough for today. Thank you for sharing, Ride Free

[@MotoCurmudgeon]

Great video. I recommend taking the dam tour where you go inside, it’s amazing, but yeah…people…

[@ridetofood]

Oooo I bet it is very peopley but also very worth it as you said haha thank you for the rec!

[@jamescampolo7824]

Never, never get gas at one of those gas stations south of the Dam. Just get enough to get you to Kingman where gas is almost half the price. It is around $3.75 for premium. From Hoover to Kingman is less than 90 miles.

[@ridetofood]

👍👍

[@SmittyAZ]

Remember when there was basically ONE gas station on that stretch? OUCH!

[@mjake1992]

That green looks soo good😍🤤 I'm terrified what might happen if I walk into my local HD dealer. I black out during big purchases 🫣🤣

[@ridetofood]

LOL! I don’t black out but my anxiety spikes to oblivion 😂

[@reyvalenzuela2479]

Used to take this route when driving commercial trucks

[@ridetofood]

yeah its definitely a popular one for that!

[@ReneVandyk]

The Hoover dam they had lots of movies made there it cool😊

[@ridetofood]

Yes they have!

[@MightyMouzMoto]

I still can't get what makes ppl think/feel like it's fine to just throw out their trash wherever! Like, who or what made them that way? Then again, there's a lot of senseless things ppl do. As always, great vid. Thank u! Safe travels, Stac.

[@ridetofood]

Right?! I’ll never understand. Thanks for watching!!

[@kevinduhon9465]

Awesome video as always. Who do you use for your cold weather gear?

[@ridetofood]

Heated? I have hd and gerbing gear. Base layers: smartwool

[@skydaddy2426]

I remember before the bridge was built and everyone had to drive across the dam. The traffic was so so insane always

[@ridetofood]

That’s what I’ve heard!

[@TheHuester44]

Thanks for the Taco Spot recommendation. I’ve lived here for many years and have never been to one. . Enjoy your visit Stacy . I’m curious what your favorite Harley dealer is in the Phoenix area? Mine is Buddy Stubbs . Will you be back for Bike Week? Probably can’t say which is okay .

[@SmittyAZ]

@TheHuester44 Arrowhead for my '23 fat bob, but mostly because I don't like the Kingman Dealer and I also stay across from GOAZ for my Euro bike business.

[@ridetofood]

I go to Ramjet when I need things in AZ! I will not be at AZ bike week. Sturgis is the only big rally I’ll be attending this year

[@RodWilliams-m7r]

Try 93 from ID to Montana through the bitterroots...

[@SmittyAZ]

Glacier Park used to be the reward for putting up with the Yellowstone crowds. I'm sure GNP is probably now over crowded.

[@ridetofood]

Yeah I’ll do that stretch one of these days!

[@aquahombre]

Great Video, some pretty nice roads. Where are you going this year?

[@ridetofood]

Still figuring that out lol

[@aquahombre]

Well have fun and ride safe@@ridetofood

[@mrbaaman]

If you need any food or road recs in san diego, we've got plenty of both!

[@oldbikenewman]

Great video, as always... I apologize if you have answered this question before, but I was wondering, what do you do with your camera after you get footage with you holding it behind you? Are you able to get in your saddlebag without stopping, or do you pull over after you get the footage that you want and put it in another location then? Godspeed

[@ridetofood]

It just clips back into the mount. you can read more about the mounts I use here: ridetofood.com/the-best-gopro-mounts-for-your-motorcycle/

[@jmanr78]

Agree with you on the road conditions, the road needs to be repaved like 5 years ago.

[@ridetofood]

haha yeah, it's a little bumpy

[@elviejogo2008]

I feel that the west is fundamental. Forest to desert. it depends on your expectations and what you know and research. You and I, being southwestern find the beauty as it exists. The food is the icing on it all. Just sayin'. Thanks for sharing!@

[@ridetofood]

Totally get it! I love the western side of the country. It just hits the soul a little different. 🏜️🌲🏔️

[@kroozer_814]

Did this the exact route last August before we went to sturgis it was very warm 😂

[@ridetofood]

Yeah I’d imagine it was quite toasty 😂🥵

[@robertrodriguez2412]

Good times! Do you have the Tour Pack loaded? If so does it make the bike feel unbalanced? Thanks!

[@ridetofood]

I had luggage in it but it wasn’t anything heavy. I didn’t notice any handling issues!

[@SmittyAZ]

If reservations are needed just to visit Grand Canyon West / Skywalk, that must be something new? They do have lodging out there that probably needs a reservation.

[@ridetofood]

It’s on their website if you want more info

[@SmittyAZ]

@@ridetofood Thanks. I was there during the C word / reopening. Maybe they weren't jam-packed yet. I like to just wake up and go when it comes to 'local' rides.

[@charlesscoggins5029]

Good video. That is a beautiful helmet. What model is that ?

[@ridetofood]

it's all listed in the video description! :)

[@demastermynd]

wait when did you get the green machine? nice!

[@ridetofood]

Explained it in the last video!

[@demastermynd]

@@ridetofood ah ok gotta catch up! ride safe! keep up the great work :)

[@markbarkerhd17]

Wow the road must have been terrible. I lived in Colorado for 45 years, and you are used to that.

[@ridetofood]

its a really common route for 18-wheelers so its pretty bumpy/torn up in certain sections. not the worst thing i've ever ridden but also not the smoothest. lol!

[@HarleyRider1]

Is a great ride

[@KindredGh0st]

i hate heights. legit got sweaty palms just watching looking over the hoover.

[@ridetofood]

😅😅😅