Historic Route 66

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One of the most famous symbols of the American west, Route 66's significance has been commemorated in songs, movies, and various other aspects of popular culture. Built in 1926, the 2,448 mile (3,940 km) strip of road was one of the first highways built in the United States. It spanned 8 states, running from Chicago, Illinois to Los Angeles, California, passing through Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona along the way.

Route 66 holds special meaning to the many migrants who traveled along its path toward the west, particularly during the Dust Bowl of the 1930s. In 1985, the route was removed from the United States Highway System as it was considered to be no longer be relevant. Now known as "Historic Route 66," the highway still evokes the same sense of wonder and excitement that comes from journeying west to a land of possibilities.

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Review by pit, Germany, December 2010

I did an amazing ride on a rental harley by Eaglerider Flagstaff. You can get a bike for a day trip at $99.-. We drove down to Sedona and Jerome. Peter

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Review by CoyoteLovely, USA, October 2010

This had to have been one of the most fun times of my life. My best friend and I drove across country to move from Florida to Las Vegas, and we ended up taking a long run over Route 66. I have one piece of advice for anyone who wants to make this drive: CHECK THE WEATHER! My friend and I made the mistake of thinking that the weather would be warm cause we'd be in the desert. When we woke up in Flagstaff and it was 19 degrees, we were both just a bit under dressed... If you do make this drive, stop at the Roadkill Cafe for us! It was closed when we got there!

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