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Hello All,

I just got back from scouting a ride for the Iowa Meet & Greet through the Loess Hills in western Iowa. I have found some fantastic roads to travel and a couple of good motels in the Lake Manawa/Council Bluffs area to stay at. For those that want to go on a ride through the Loess Hills we will start in Council Bluffs, IA and head north about 100 miles on various county & state 2 lane roads to Smithland, IA for lunch at Runt's Place on Hwy 141. We will spend some time eating and visiting then head back to Council Bluffs on a mostly different route.

Detailed map of route

The plan would be for those who choose to stay in Council Bluffs Saturday night to go out for dinner and socialize. Lake Manawa area has several nice restaurants within walking distance of the motels.

If anyone would just like to come to Runts for lunch and meet the group that is also encouraged. I know there are a bunch of riders who don't ride in groups and I respect that. I will also provide a map later with the route if anyone would like to ride the route by themselves.

I want to invite all riders on the forum to joins us for the event.

Motels:

Settle Inn - $80 per night including tax (I will stay here again) They also have a cheaper rate if you book ahead. 888-980-5555
Fairfield Inn - $98 plus taxes
Motel 6 - $66 plus taxes