I only rode along as far as Eureka, but it was worth it.

I do it a lot. I cruise from Sacramento to Ely, with eating stops in either Austin or Eureka. I usually stay overnight in Ely, which is actually a decent size town.

I also usually find lots of bikers out there. And also north toward Elko, which is actually also a decent size town.

Sounds like fun

I went through in the mid 70's and it was small then--over 4000 now huh?
He said it was exceedingly boring as a high school kid.
Grandfather was a foreman at the Kennecott Copper Mill.

Thank you!

I don't mean to hijack your thread, but I watched this last week and very much enjoyed it.

I'm just not sure I'm brave enough to do it by myself.

Driven this road many times from Colorado to SF. Last time was a April spring trip and I was amazed by all the families on bikes. Passed little groups with children and gear all along the way.
I'll have to watch full video to see if they found my favorite hot spring.

desert.

It's near the Nevada-Utah state line, a few miles off Route 50 down Route 487. Be sure to tour Lehman's Caves, they are spectacular! Also, drive up to Bristlecone. The scenery is awesome!