Re: WY itinerary

On Sun, 16 Mar 2025 13:08:31 -0000 (UTC),
  George.Anthony <ganthony@gmail.net> wrote:

 Ted Heise <theise@panix.com> wrote:

The first trip I was too optimistic in how much driving would
be tolerable each day.  And I used Google maps estimated drive
time on interstates, not recognizing I'd not be driving near
those speeds.  Now I look for the shortest mileage route and
figure 60 miles max in an hour--probably topping out at five
hours a day.  Makes it take longer to get to our destination,
but it's less wearing by far.

 On long trips with long days, I use 50 mph as an average. With
 stops for fuel, restroom use and traffic issues it is usually
 spot on. I seldom drive much over 60 mph, though.

Yeah, I typically tow at about 60 mph, and rarely go over.  The
mileage really drops pretty drastically as I go over that speed. 
I also have to stop for fuel (and usually lunch) enough that 50
mph would be more accurate.  I guess I use 60 because it's a bit
easier math.   For me, anyway.  :)

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Ted Heise      <theise@panix.com>       West Lafayette, IN, USA