"Ask a hundred motorcyclists where they'd most like to go riding, and a high percentage of them are likely to choose Colorado. It's got mountain scenery, spectacular pass roads and more curves than the World Series. But those of us who don't live in the Rockies could use some help in putting together a perfect Colorado ride. What we need is a local expert who knows the best roads, the friendliest restaurants, the neatest places to stay.
Who can you turn to for that touring advice? Well, it ain't me, babe. It's Mike and Linda Broadstreet of Freedom Tours. After taking a nine-day Freedom Tours lap of the Rockies last summer, I can tell you they know their stuff"Bill Stermer, American Motorcyclist, February '97.
" No matter where you travel there is a huge advantage in riding with someone who knows the area. In this case it was more like old friends showing you around their neighborhood. It's obvious that Mike and his wife Linda, know and love these mountains. They delight in passing along their knowledge laced with humorous tales of the old west. We appreciated having a chase vehicle (it's amazing how much smaller your saddlebags are by about the fifth day). We also discovered that the price is just slightly more than we have spent going on our own, and what we received for that extra money was far beyond our expectations."
Ron Young, BMW Owner's News, March '97
"A motorcycle trip is only as good as the roads, and these were beyond description! Each day we wound our way over curvy mountain passes, crossed valleys of green farmland, followed clear water streams through tight canyons and stopped to smell the wildflowers in high tundra. Our leader certainly knew the best pullouts and photo opportunities. We took so many photos with our new camera that Mike almost automatically came over to us at each rest stop to see if we wanted him to take our picture again! On our own, we never would have figured out the itinerary. It is obvious that much thought and many years of refinement have gone into it."
Ken Klein, Wing World, March '94
"As the proprietor of Freedom Tours, Mike has turned the lessons of his life into an education and experience for motorcycle enthusiasts of all ages. His sense of humor is contagious, painting every waterfall, mountain pass and dead animal with the color of laughter, and he has the ability to turn history, geology and anthropology into spell-binding tales."
Lisa Johnson, Longmont Business Views, April '95
"Most often, when we pick lodging, the accommodations don't match the outside appearance or guidebook description - seems to be similar for restaurants. Taking turns choosing means that I'm in the doghouse about half the time! Don't know how you've found all the wonderful lodging and unique restaurants. We've traveled many fun miles with friends and on our own. It was with much consideration that we decided to let you handle everything. I 'm glad we did! I was never in the doghouse. Thanks for setting the scene for a very romantic vacation.
Mike & Audrey Mayer, Ballwin, MO
"My Southwest Tour was much better than I expected. The scenery took my breath away, my fellow bikers were the nicest bunch of people you could wish to tour with and Mike and Linda took care of us in a very friendly and professional way. I would recommend the Southwest Tour as the trip of a lifetime.
Gus Martin, Dublin, Ireland
"We loved the people, the scenery and the overall experience. Your calming confidence was the intellectual balance that we both needed from time to time. We came home feeling that we had really accomplished something. It was more than a vacation...as we joked often...it was an adventure in every sense of the word."
Steve Simon & Helen Porter, Miami Beach, FL
"The tour with you was easily the most fun I ever had! Memories of the interaction with the roads, mountains, weather, machines and especially the people will linger with me forever. There is no doubt that my riding skills were substantially increased as a result of the on-road experience and the off-road discussions with Mike and the other riders. I was able to do serious riding purely for the fun of it. The exposure was invaluable."
Joel Klaits, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
"Memories to last a lifetime...saw places I would never have found alone. Best riding I've ever experienced!"
Julie Kramer, Irvine, CA
"We met some great new friends and it really was good to see Colorado with a native of the state. Did lots, saw lots and enjoyed the whole experience. We were bowled over by Colorado and it's people."
Niel & Claire Bullock, Staffordshire, England
"As a novice rider I gained valuable riding experience under diverse road and weather conditions. Interestingly, the experienced riders were also highly stimulated. I really enjoyed Mike's easy going persona, his knowledge of Colorado and his Indian flute 'a la Kokopelli."
Rick Fulwiler, Cincinnati, OH
"We spent nine days viewing the most spectacular scenery on the best motorcycle roads guided by a neat couple who have a vast knowledge of Colorado. They really work hard to accommodate the rider's needs plus provide some nice surprises along the way."
Dale & Judy Miller, Brownsberg, IN
"The beautiful scenery, nice people, wonderful accommodations, fine meals and most of all, the personal attention we received made this trip well worth the cost."
Joe & Karen Guiffre, Bridgewater, NJ
"We knew the roads would make this a great trip,but we didn't expect the diversity of scenery and places to explore. Every morning began a new adventure. A group of relaxed riders intent on enjoying themselves made for day after day of light-hearted fun."
Pat & Sandra Ryce, Birmingham, AL
