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03-26-2019, 03:59 PM
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Phoenix Work-Around
Sadly, we’ll be leaving the Coachella Valley tomorrow to head back to the East Coast. The time I’ll be leaving points to a 4:30-5:00pm arrival in Phoenix.
Been there-Done that. Rather not do it again.....
So is it worth taking 85 to I-8 to I-10 as a time/aggravation saver?
Thanks -Ron
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03-26-2019, 04:07 PM
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It would be to me.
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03-26-2019, 04:09 PM
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yes.... AND, its not out of the way.. Pay close attention when you get to Gila Bend. I think you will turn left on the overpass just as you'r coming into Gila Bend.
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03-26-2019, 04:13 PM
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OH YAH - Watch your speed as you come into Gila bend. Its a speed trap.. I think it drops down to 55, then 45.. near the airport.
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03-26-2019, 04:24 PM
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Good hwy all the way thru Gila Bend.....was on it two weeks ago...
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03-26-2019, 06:13 PM
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The route is the very best if you want to avoid some of Phoenix. You'll still have some traffic but not nearly as much.
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03-26-2019, 09:51 PM
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Thank you, one & all. 85 it is. Happy Trails!
- Ron
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03-26-2019, 11:41 PM
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I've done that 85 to 8 several times, well worth it especially now with the road work west of Phoenix.
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03-27-2019, 08:42 PM
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We just finished the 85 bypass! Barely any traffic on it or I-8. Great help, everyone!
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03-28-2019, 12:20 AM
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Thanks for returning with an update! Wish more folks would do so.
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