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4.07 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.07
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Superior, Winkleman, Globe triangle

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By Guest (0 McR Points) on Dec 31, 2009

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May 5, 2012
We live in Tucson. Our V-Strom 1000 is one week…
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November 23, 2011
What a great ride! We rode the route Nov 2011.…
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Written Directions

You can't miss this as there is no confusion. From Phoenix take Rt.60 east out of the big city toward Superior. At Superior turn south on Rt.177 toward Winkleman. At Winkleman turn left (north) on Rt.77 toward Globe. At Globe turn west on Rt. 60 (left into town and follow traffic on Rt.60 across the bridge, turn right and then follow traffic toward Miami (Az) and on over the "Top of Land" to Superior. You're back at start. From Tucson you will enter the triangle at Winkleman. From Showlow you will enter at Globe. I love this 90 mile ride for all the scenery and wonderful historical feeling. Take your time, this is a slice of life not to be misssed.

Scenery

The route changes elevation from 2500 to 5000 feet with corresponding changes in flora and geology. It is beautiful, different on each of 3 sides.

Drive Enjoyment

These are state high ways and all maintained very well.

Tourism Opportunities

If you eat Mexican food you are in luck. I absolutely recommend Marias in Winkleman, order tacos w rice and beans. In Superior eat at Las Hermanos. In Globe there are several choices, you might even get a hamburger or hot dog someplace. Be sure to eat at one of the shacks. The food is excellent. Tour a little in Superior and be sure to ride though downtown Globe. You will be impressed with the substantial building in Globe. The old mines, mining towns and geology are incredible. El Capitan Pass between Winkleman and Globe is a sure stop to enjoy the views. Life is short, do it now.

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settleron
December 30, 2019
22 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
Ive ridden this a few time this year. Some nice twisties and some beautiful scenery.
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CultLdr
November 26, 2017
51 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring
Did this ride on Thanksgiving 2017 for a quick morning trip out of Chandler. I have been to Superior/Globe a few times, 188 once etc and wanted to try out this loop.

Roads were in very good condition, temps were perfect and sun was glorious. I rode with the visor open on my helmet the entire time because it was so perfect.

Really enjoyed the stretch out of Winkleman to Globe due to absolutely no traffic in front or behind and the views were beautiful.

Great quick ride from Phoenix area.
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PhaedrusFlyz
April 14, 2020
149 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
This is a route that I consider a local route. I lived in Tucson and worked at the Miami Mine, and would take my bike to work to collect the better mileage rate. I generally did this route to and from Tucson. Even when I came back over the holidays with my FX, I made a point to go on that ride.
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