We opted to use Highway 65 for the entire ride. In addition to avoiding interstate traffic we were blessed with moderate temperatures until the mid afternoon.
We missed the green light at a construction area on Hwy. 65 - we could have raced the yellow light, but opted to be squeaky clean with traffic laws. Little did we know that the light would remain red for such a long time....cat naps were the item.
At our last stop before heading into the city we opted to put on our cooling vests. We knew that with the slower speeds and 85 degree temperature we would be far more comfortable.
We are staying at Embassy Suites on the river in Des Moines. We arrived in time for the evening cocktail 'party'. This is a VERY nice facility. In the 14 hours we have been here I only have one complaint - they charge for internet access - at isn't any nominal fee either!
Today we will register at the Wing Ding and spend the day mosying through the convention. Des Moines is hoping 14k motorcyclists spend $4 million dollars over four days.
These photos were taken last evening from our room's window. The river below is at flood stage.
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