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Subject: reply to 55 MPH BLUES
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Date: Mon, 11-Jul-83 12:26:55 EDT
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Posted: Mon Jul 11 12:26:55 1983
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Reply to 55 MPH BLUES;

I have just returned from my vacation. I traveled by motorcycle with my wife
as a passenger. Another couple traveled with us, each drove their own
motorcycle. The speed averaged less than 55mph and peaked about 62mph. The
area traveled was through Vermont (Green Mtns), New Hampshire (White Mtns.)
and New York (Adirondack Mtns.). We also traveled along interstate highways.
The total distance that we drove was about 2100 miles.  The extra time that
we spent on the road due to the slower speeds was more than rewarded by
seeing more of the scenery than other people can when they drive at high speed
from one place to another.

When we arrived at the places we wanted to stay, we were not tired and actually
were relaxed enough to go out and have a good time that night. Most of the
people that we talked to at the motels were to tired or they suffered from
tension headaches to do anything other than to lie down and rest after
driving at or above the speed limits. Yes, I did ask them how far they
traveled that day. Some answers indicated speeds above 60mph.

Driving at 55mph or less not only saves lives but can also help keep ones
sanity. For those people that think driving wastes their time and energy,
I would recommend using another form of transportation.

                                     Rested and relaxed
                                          BTM