sharimcm 0 #1 May 24, 2007 I am seriously thinking about going on a road trip for the Memorial Day weekend... I've made the 15-hour drive before, and after a phone call from my aunt, I'm thinking about doing it again... What I am curious about is the gas prices along I-10 from Austin to Phoenix. Does anyone along the way know what I should expect to be paying? The prices here are still under $3.00/gal., but the prices in Cali and Nevada were quite higher... And, if you're along the way and would love to offer me a place to sleep on my way there, let me know. I get tired after 8-10 hours of driving... I have a few places in Phoenix to lay my head, so when I'm there, I got that part covered. Suggestions? "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gonzalesna 0 #2 May 24, 2007 Quote Suggestions? Don't road trip with me... I tend to drive non-stop until I get to my destination with the exception for stops for gas and potty breaksSome people refrain from beating a dead horse. Personally, I find a myriad of entertainment value when beating it until it becomes a horse-smoothie. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sharimcm 0 #3 May 24, 2007 Quote Don't road trip with me... I tend to drive non-stop until I get to my destination with the exception for stops for gas and potty breaksThat's usually how I am on the way home... This trip might be different though... The last time I drove it, I was moving there, and I was tired from packing up the car. This time I'm just going for a visit. I have friends and family there, and strangely they all called to "check in with me" the day before I left for Cali... "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stitch 0 #4 May 24, 2007 Make sure your A/C is charged up. "No cookies for you"- GFD "I don't think I like the sound of that" ~ MB65 Don't be a "Racer Hater" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gonzalesna 0 #5 May 24, 2007 did they think we weren't going to let you leave or were they worried we'd kick you out? Some people refrain from beating a dead horse. Personally, I find a myriad of entertainment value when beating it until it becomes a horse-smoothie. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sharimcm 0 #6 May 24, 2007 Quote Make sure your A/C is charged up. It's a brand new car... The license plates just came in, and those will be put on tomorrow. I plan on breaking it in with a 2000+ mile drive roundtrip... The A/C better be charged, or I'll be blessing some Honda dealership with my presence on the way there... "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sharimcm 0 #7 May 24, 2007 Quote did they think we weren't going to let you leave or were they worried we'd kick you out? They just wanted to know why I was going to Cali and not Arizona. I was just there in November, but I guess they are having SWS (Shari Withdrawal Syndrome). For some reason, it seems to happen quite a bit for some people. They can't seem to get enough of me. Yea, I'm so ... "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #8 May 24, 2007 QuoteWhat I am curious about is the gas prices along I-10 from Austin to Phoenix. Does anyone along the way know what I should expect to be paying? A lot. There are some very remote stretches of road along there, interrupted by only a few small towns, and the prices are always much higher than in the big cities. If you don't have the cash, put it on a credit card and pay it off later. There is one stretch between Ft. Stockton and Van Horn where you'll go at least a half-tank of gas, 150 miles or so, between gas stations. So when in doubt, stop every half-tank and top-off. Watch out for the tumbleweed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ffejdraga 0 #9 May 24, 2007 The stations here around Eloy are at 3.09, 3.03, 3.05 Phoenix I have seen $3.15 I live 10 minutes from Eloy, and there is a guest bedroom here. You are welcome to stay. just pm me. jeff D-16906 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racer42 0 #10 May 24, 2007 QuoteQuoteWhat I am curious about is the gas prices along I-10 from Austin to Phoenix. Does anyone along the way know what I should expect to be paying? A lot. There are some very remote stretches of road along there, interrupted by only a few small towns, and the prices are always much higher than in the big cities. If you don't have the cash, put it on a credit card and pay it off later. There is one stretch between Ft. Stockton and Van Horn where you'll go at least a half-tank of gas, 150 miles or so, between gas stations. So when in doubt, stop every half-tank and top-off. Watch out for the tumbleweed. There is so much of absolutely nothing in west Texas. Gas prices tend to be about 20 cents more/gallon too.L.A.S.T. #24 Co-Founder Biscuit Brothers Freefly Team Electric Toaster #3 Co-Founder Team Non Sequitor Co-Founder Team Happy Sock Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sharimcm 0 #11 May 24, 2007 The last trip to Phoenix I drove I remember stopping three or four times for gas and once for "dinner." I was driving an older vehicle on its last wheel, so I am hoping to get better gas mileage with the new Honda. If I go, I will be leaving tomorrow morning and will get there EARLY Saturday morning (2 or 3) if I don't stop in New Mexico or Tucson. My aunt and uncle probably would not be up at that time, so it would be better for me to stay somewhere else, and meet up with them Saturday afternoon. I really have no commitments right now, so time is not really a concern for me. "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beerlight 0 #12 May 24, 2007 Isn't there a DZ near El Paso? I bet you could crash there.... Funny, you can drive ALL day and still be in Texas! gotta luv it................ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sharimcm 0 #13 May 26, 2007 OK... I'm leaving in the morning... If you're in the Phoenix area and are just dying to meet me, shoot me your number via PM, and I'll make sure to schedule some time... I should be there tomorrow night, and will be leaving Wednesday morning. "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,590 #14 May 26, 2007 Stop by Pecos Parachute School and make a few dives. (I would advise bringing your own rig). "There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaH 0 #15 May 27, 2007 Quote The stations here around Eloy are at 3.09, 3.03, 3.05 Phoenix I have seen $3.15 I live 10 minutes from Eloy, and there is a guest bedroom here. You are welcome to stay. just pm me. jeff D-16906 Shari just crossed the AZ border. She's tired but doing well. Be yourself! MooOOooOoo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #16 May 27, 2007 Is she coming back here? Tell her to come back to SoCal...I still haven't met her. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaH 0 #17 May 27, 2007 Quote Is she coming back here? Tell her to come back to SoCal...I still haven't met her. No, not this trip. She's going to see her Aunt and Uncle in Phoenix. She'll back her in a couple of months. Be yourself! MooOOooOoo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #18 May 27, 2007 Cool! I'm going now, but have a wonderful night, Lisa. We need to catch up, soon. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gonzalesna 0 #19 May 27, 2007 Quote Quote Is she coming back here? Tell her to come back to SoCal...I still haven't met her. No, not this trip. She's going to see her Aunt and Uncle in Phoenix. She'll back her in a couple of months. And meSome people refrain from beating a dead horse. Personally, I find a myriad of entertainment value when beating it until it becomes a horse-smoothie. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaH 0 #20 May 27, 2007 Quote Quote Quote Is she coming back here? Tell her to come back to SoCal...I still haven't met her. No, not this trip. She's going to see her Aunt and Uncle in Phoenix. She'll back her in a couple of months. And me I was trying to be polite again. jkBe yourself! MooOOooOoo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
upndownshop 0 #21 May 27, 2007 Hey Shari Got your text. Nope wont be anywhere near Az this tour, unless you call Texas close.Have a safe trip. J Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sharimcm 0 #22 May 27, 2007 Quote Quote Quote Is she coming back here? Tell her to come back to SoCal...I still haven't met her. No, not this trip. She's going to see her Aunt and Uncle in Phoenix. She'll back her in a couple of months. And me Who says? I stayed in Case Grande last night with a wonderful dz.commer (THANK YOU JEFF), and just got up a few minutes ago. "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gonzalesna 0 #23 May 28, 2007 nah... this ain't hot... this is nice... be glad you're not here in july and august. 120 regularly Some people refrain from beating a dead horse. Personally, I find a myriad of entertainment value when beating it until it becomes a horse-smoothie. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sharimcm 0 #24 May 28, 2007 Hey Gonzo... I'd like to thank you for the nice ride you gave me last night! I just loved it when you started going faster and faster... It was all over before I knew it. You left me craving more and more... But, it sure did leave a smile on my face. It was only up to 101 yesterday. I refuse to come visit June - early September. I'll take the Texas heat with humidity over Phoenix any day. "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpnjivin 0 #25 May 29, 2007 Hey let me know how the road trip was and anything cool to check out on the way. I'm taking a trip in Aug from Dallas up to Payson AZ. Have fun and enjoy the heat. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
