Rolling Down Cabbage Hill . . . We're starting our day at the Flying J in Caldwell, Idaho and we've got 400 miles to cover today, and our drive will include rolling down Cabbage Hill near Pendleton, Oregon. With A Heavy Load We've got a heavy load on this trip, so downhill speed management will be critical. Our day starts out with nice weather, but once we get to the western side of the Cascade Mountains we'll encounter … [Read more...]
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Rolling Down Cabbage Hill Oregon With A Heavy Load
July 20, 2021 by Rick ·
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Ramblin Driver At The End Of The Day
July 14, 2021 by Rick ·
Ramblin Driver I'm just a ramblin driver at the end of the day after watching and commenting on other drivers trying to park at the Flying J in Caldwell, Idaho. Sometimes, the best entertainment is at a truck stop watching from my driver's seat. It's amazing, sometimes, watching other drivers trying to park at the end of the day. I'm amazed, sometimes, at the decisions some drivers make with regards to choosing a parking spot. … [Read more...]
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