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Posted: 3/19/2024 3:21:55 PM EDT
[#1]
If I make it it will be Thursday afternoon. Leaving Sunday Morning.
In the past it has been quite chilly at night fellows so come prepared for that and then be prepared for warmish weather if on the gravel. Though so far it looks like it cold be mild with mid forties and high sixties. |
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Posted: 3/20/2024 11:56:29 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By corruptor: I think that's correct. I only live 3 hours away and haven't been out riding much, so I want to take advantage of the time off if I can. The plan I am working with is getting there Wed. Night late in Athens and then riding over Thursday (it’s about 30 min. The Lodge in Tellico is sold out, as I feared, so we’ll go for cheaper rooms-my plan is to talk to the plant we have in Athens and see if we can park our bikes there rather than trailer and untrailer at a hotel-or worse, just park them. |
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Posted: 3/21/2024 9:38:31 AM EDT
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We’ll be staying in Athens for sure-I was able to secure parking at our plant and rooms will be cheaper. 30 minute ride won’t be too bad.
Can I get a list of the street riding guys so we can swap phone numbers via PM? |
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Posted: 3/21/2024 4:07:57 PM EDT
[#4]
E-07s are on the way! Also new TPMS sensors which are dying on my bike. SO I will swap them at the same time.
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Posted: 3/22/2024 1:52:24 PM EDT
[#5]
So… no street riders then?
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Posted: 3/22/2024 2:36:57 PM EDT
[#6]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TheOtherDave: So… no street riders then? You have room in your hotel for another guy? Friend of mine has a late model Goldwing and might make the trip if he had a place to stay. |
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Posted: 3/22/2024 5:18:56 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tree-hugger: You have room in your hotel for another guy? Friend of mine has a late model Goldwing and might make the trip if he had a place to stay. Probably not-we are a party of 3 with potential for a 4th that I’ll find out about hopefully today-another ARFCOMMER local to me that lost his house too in a fire last year. Hotels in Athens should be pretty cheap-if any other street rider want to chime in about their room situation we can maybe get the guy a place to crash and offset the cost. |
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Posted: 3/22/2024 5:20:27 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TheOtherDave: Probably not-we are a party of 3 with potential for a 4th that I’ll find out about hopefully today-another ARFCOMMER local to me that lost his house too in a fire last year. Hotels in Athens should be pretty cheap-if any other street rider want to chime in about their room situation we can maybe get the guy a place to crash and offset the cost. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TheOtherDave: Originally Posted By tree-hugger: You have room in your hotel for another guy? Friend of mine has a late model Goldwing and might make the trip if he had a place to stay. Probably not-we are a party of 3 with potential for a 4th that I’ll find out about hopefully today-another ARFCOMMER local to me that lost his house too in a fire last year. Hotels in Athens should be pretty cheap-if any other street rider want to chime in about their room situation we can maybe get the guy a place to crash and offset the cost. Cool. I’ll pass that along and see if he can swing it. |
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Posted: 3/22/2024 5:21:53 PM EDT
[Last Edit: TheOtherDave]
[#9]
We need a best helmet hair competition this time-I rode down and back last time so it was pretty wild-ran across a pic today:
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Posted: 3/22/2024 6:59:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TheOtherDave: We need a best helmet hair competition this time-I rode down and back last time so it was pretty wild-ran across a pic today: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/48873/E9995CC4-CDBD-428F-81FD-0CDD84652C29_jpe-3166350.JPG Well, shit. I was going to go for a haircut this weekend. Looks like I'm going to have to hold out for this... 
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Posted: 3/25/2024 5:17:56 PM EDT
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What's the atmosphere like in the evening at this event?
Campfires? One big community campfire or everyone on their own type of thing. |
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Posted: 3/25/2024 6:20:35 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tree-hugger: What's the atmosphere like in the evening at this event? Campfires? One big community campfire or everyone on their own type of thing. There is a big community fire. This is a fairly mellow crowd that just does stupid things on bikes. It’s pretty quiet come bed time but during the day it’s just an excited anthill of dual sports. A real blast. |
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Posted: 3/25/2024 6:47:40 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Canoeguy: There is a big community fire. This is a fairly mellow crowd that just does stupid things on bikes. It’s pretty quiet come bed time but during the day it’s just an excited anthill of dual sports. A real blast. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Canoeguy: Originally Posted By tree-hugger: What's the atmosphere like in the evening at this event? Campfires? One big community campfire or everyone on their own type of thing. There is a big community fire. This is a fairly mellow crowd that just does stupid things on bikes. It’s pretty quiet come bed time but during the day it’s just an excited anthill of dual sports. A real blast. Cool. I have a propane fire-ring gizmo that works well as a campfire that doesn't draw the attention of the fire marshals of the Colorado Rockies. It's quick and easy deal with. It's also pretty nice when you can't burn out-of-state firewood. I'll leave it at home. |
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Posted: 3/26/2024 10:17:14 AM EDT
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Posted: 3/26/2024 10:49:53 AM EDT
[#15]
Haven't seen @Squatch post lately. Still planning to make it to the event?
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Canoeguy: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/191077/IMG_9495_jpeg-3169858.JPG Nice, just in time! |
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Posted: 3/26/2024 12:13:06 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tree-hugger: Cool. I have a propane fire-ring gizmo that works well as a campfire that doesn't draw the attention of the fire marshals of the Colorado Rockies. It's quick and easy deal with. It's also pretty nice when you can't burn out-of-state firewood. I'll leave it at home. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tree-hugger: Originally Posted By Canoeguy: Originally Posted By tree-hugger: What's the atmosphere like in the evening at this event? Campfires? One big community campfire or everyone on their own type of thing. There is a big community fire. This is a fairly mellow crowd that just does stupid things on bikes. It’s pretty quiet come bed time but during the day it’s just an excited anthill of dual sports. A real blast. Cool. I have a propane fire-ring gizmo that works well as a campfire that doesn't draw the attention of the fire marshals of the Colorado Rockies. It's quick and easy deal with. It's also pretty nice when you can't burn out-of-state firewood. I'll leave it at home. Somewhere along the line I read that campfires laid directly on the ground are prohibited, but elevated fire pits are good to go. What are you guys thinking about food? I'm planning on bringing most of mine for breakfast and dinner, and I'm guessing we'll stop along the way for lunches? I'll have a single butane burner and a frying pan or two if anyone feels like cooking and doesn't want to haul that stuff along. |
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Posted: 3/26/2024 12:16:16 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By corruptor: Somewhere along the line I read that campfires laid directly on the ground are prohibited, but elevated fire pits are good to go. What are you guys thinking about food? I'm planning on bringing most of mine for breakfast and dinner, and I'm guessing we'll stop along the way for lunches? I'll have a single butane burner and a frying pan or two if anyone feels like cooking and doesn't want to haul that stuff along. For food there are too many restaurants within a mile or two for me to pack anything. If I can make this work. |
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Posted: 3/26/2024 2:23:10 PM EDT
[Last Edit: tree-hugger]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By corruptor: Somewhere along the line I read that campfires laid directly on the ground are prohibited, but elevated fire pits are good to go. What are you guys thinking about food? I'm planning on bringing most of mine for breakfast and dinner, and I'm guessing we'll stop along the way for lunches? I'll have a single butane burner and a frying pan or two if anyone feels like cooking and doesn't want to haul that stuff along. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By corruptor: Originally Posted By tree-hugger: Originally Posted By Canoeguy: Originally Posted By tree-hugger: What's the atmosphere like in the evening at this event? Campfires? One big community campfire or everyone on their own type of thing. There is a big community fire. This is a fairly mellow crowd that just does stupid things on bikes. It’s pretty quiet come bed time but during the day it’s just an excited anthill of dual sports. A real blast. Cool. I have a propane fire-ring gizmo that works well as a campfire that doesn't draw the attention of the fire marshals of the Colorado Rockies. It's quick and easy deal with. It's also pretty nice when you can't burn out-of-state firewood. I'll leave it at home. Somewhere along the line I read that campfires laid directly on the ground are prohibited, but elevated fire pits are good to go. What are you guys thinking about food? I'm planning on bringing most of mine for breakfast and dinner, and I'm guessing we'll stop along the way for lunches? I'll have a single butane burner and a frying pan or two if anyone feels like cooking and doesn't want to haul that stuff along. I planned on bringing enough Canned Soup for the week and coffee makings to be prepped on a JetBoil. ( ETA: I always cook canned soup on hunting trips so it won't go to waste if I don't use it ) It's cash only on the grounds so I'll bring some for whatever I feel like while hanging out there. And of course I'll go along with whatever is suggested by the group. Resaurants, fast food, etc. I'm game. |
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Posted: 3/26/2024 3:47:58 PM EDT
[#19]
They did have some food trucks on the grounds last year. Just one or two I believe. I was disappointed that they seemed to leave a bit early.
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Posted: 3/26/2024 10:21:06 PM EDT
[#20]
We going to do any restaurant meals?
Trying to figure out what we’ll be doing-looks like the street riding crowd is a bust this year, glad I am bringing some guys to ride with. |
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Posted: 3/26/2024 10:52:57 PM EDT
[#21]
I'll probably do a little of all food types. Dehydrated, oatmeal, coffee, food truck, restaurants, etc. Similar to last year. I'll be on the road/camping 6 or 7 days total though.
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Posted: 3/26/2024 11:03:38 PM EDT
[#22]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TheOtherDave: We going to do any restaurant meals? Trying to figure out what we’ll be doing-looks like the street riding crowd is a bust this year, glad I am bringing some guys to ride with. When we're not riding - we all will STILL be having fun together. Time for an adventure bike, Dave. Just do it. It'll be fun. 
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Posted: 3/27/2024 9:31:25 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tree-hugger: When we're not riding - we all will STILL be having fun together. Time for an adventure bike, Dave. Just do it. It'll be fun. You’re not wrong-just not for the reasons you think…. I feel like I’ve got two more bikes in me, but I don’t think I have room between now and retirement for more than one. I really want a Speed Triple 1200RS or SuperDuke 1390 EVO…. But my wife is 70 and will eventually not be able to ride her own bikes and needs something with a backrest for us to ride 2–up. Her R1200R would cost $1k to put one on and it has no leg room for me so that means Adventure Bike. My BIL has a 990 SAR that I’ve got quite a few miles on, will probably end up with a new SAR. I want something with adaptive cruise control for running out to see my family. |
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Posted: 3/27/2024 11:47:15 AM EDT
[#24]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TheOtherDave: You’re not wrong-just not for the reasons you think…. I feel like I’ve got two more bikes in me, but I don’t think I have room between now and retirement for more than one. I really want a Speed Triple 1200RS or SuperDuke 1390 EVO…. But my wife is 70 and will eventually not be able to ride her own bikes and needs something with a backrest for us to ride 2–up. Her R1200R would cost $1k to put one on and it has no leg room for me so that means Adventure Bike. My BIL has a 990 SAR that I’ve got quite a few miles on, will probably end up with a new SAR. I want something with adaptive cruise control for running out to see my family. Take my 1200 GSA for a spin when we are down there. Of course it is "outdated", but I am sure it can give you a taste of what it is capable of. |
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Posted: 3/27/2024 2:09:04 PM EDT
[#25]
Think I've got time to break these in?
 Attached FileThat's a LOT of boot... My current boots are Forma Adventures and are really soft. These are probably overkill for the type of riding we'll be doing (if there is such a thing). |
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Posted: 3/27/2024 2:25:12 PM EDT
[#26]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By corruptor: Think I've got time to break these in? https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/232511/Boot_JPG-3170966.JPG That's a LOT of boot... My current boots are Forma Adventures and are really soft. These are probably overkill for the type of riding we'll be doing (if there is such a thing). I bought some Gaerne Fastbacks that I'll be wearing on the trip. Ankle/foot injuries are no joke and might as well have a good strong boot even if you get into the crazy stuff only every once in a while. |
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Posted: 3/27/2024 3:08:11 PM EDT
[#27]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SBRChris: I bought some Gaerne Fastbacks that I'll be wearing on the trip. Ankle/foot injuries are no joke and might as well have a good strong boot even if you get into the crazy stuff only every once in a while. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SBRChris: Originally Posted By corruptor: Think I've got time to break these in? https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/232511/Boot_JPG-3170966.JPG That's a LOT of boot... My current boots are Forma Adventures and are really soft. These are probably overkill for the type of riding we'll be doing (if there is such a thing). I bought some Gaerne Fastbacks that I'll be wearing on the trip. Ankle/foot injuries are no joke and might as well have a good strong boot even if you get into the crazy stuff only every once in a while. Yep. Bring ( I have three pairs that fit me right now. The crummiest pair will be saved for the wettest day forecasted, if possible ) |
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Posted: 3/27/2024 3:08:53 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Canoeguy]
[#28]
Ill be wearing my Adventure 2 boots. Not full on motocross but way more than I wear daily around town.
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Posted: 3/27/2024 3:18:28 PM EDT
[#29]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SBRChris: I bought some Gaerne Fastbacks that I'll be wearing on the trip. Ankle/foot injuries are no joke and might as well have a good strong boot even if you get into the crazy stuff only every once in a while. Very true. Reconsidered what I was wearing after a buddy went down on the trail. He messed up his ACL but likely would have broken a few bones if not for his boots (A* Tech 7). My current boots flex a LOT at the ankle. Decent enough for most of the quick runs I do, but it's just not enough for off-road riding. I heavily considered the Fastbacks, but finally opted for the SG12 after talking to the dealer about the pros and cons. |
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Posted: 3/27/2024 3:25:10 PM EDT
[#30]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tree-hugger: Yep. Bring ( I have three pairs that fit me right now. The crummiest pair will be saved for the wettest day forecasted, if possible ) Yeah, I'm riding the whole way again so the only room for boots is on my little(big) footies.haha I'm bringing a few pair of socks though. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:28:22 AM EDT
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:31:41 AM EDT
[#32]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By corruptor: Looks like we should have decent weather! https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/232511/Tellico_Weather_JPG-3171719.JPG Yea that is about as good as it gets for early April. Last time I was there it was below freezing at night so I am happy with those numbers. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 11:44:11 AM EDT
[#33]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Canoeguy: Yea that is about as good as it gets for early April. Last time I was there it was below freezing at night so I am happy with those numbers. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Canoeguy: Originally Posted By corruptor: Looks like we should have decent weather! https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/232511/Tellico_Weather_JPG-3171719.JPG Yea that is about as good as it gets for early April. Last time I was there it was below freezing at night so I am happy with those numbers. Agreed. How will the camping area be after the rain? |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 12:03:53 PM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tree-hugger: Agreed. How will the camping area be after the rain? There are lots of areas, I stayed down near the creek near the main site next to a big tree. It rained last time I went but I was fine. There was a soft area but I just avoided that. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 12:16:36 PM EDT
[#35]
Gotcha
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Posted: 3/28/2024 1:41:53 PM EDT
[#36]
Do we bother trying to get camp spots close to one another or are choices pretty limited?
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Posted: 3/28/2024 1:49:27 PM EDT
[#37]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SBRChris: Do we bother trying to get camp spots close to one another or are choices pretty limited? We should definitely camp together. Down by the creek had space. Across the creek is a pond and all those spots get tight. But I will pitch wherever you guys are if I can make it. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 1:55:29 PM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Canoeguy: We should definitely camp together. Down by the creek had space. Across the creek is a pond and all those spots get tight. But I will pitch wherever you guys are if I can make it. OK I'll look for a spot near the creek. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 2:09:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SBRChris: OK I'll look for a spot near the creek. Or wherever you decide. I think you will be there first. At this point I am not really sure what our number is up to. I would request not too far from a porta john...but not too close either 
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Posted: 3/28/2024 2:21:00 PM EDT
[#40]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Canoeguy: Or wherever you decide. I think you will be there first. At this point I am not really sure what our number is up to. I would request not too far from a porta john...but not too close either Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Canoeguy: Originally Posted By SBRChris: OK I'll look for a spot near the creek. Or wherever you decide. I think you will be there first. At this point I am not really sure what our number is up to. I would request not too far from a porta john...but not too close either I'm trying hard to make it there by Noon on Wednesday. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 2:25:56 PM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tree-hugger: I'm trying hard to make it there by Noon on Wednesday. You'll beat me there then. I'll probably be there that afternoon if all goes to plan. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 2:54:58 PM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SBRChris: You'll beat me there then. I'll probably be there that afternoon if all goes to plan. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SBRChris: Originally Posted By tree-hugger: I'm trying hard to make it there by Noon on Wednesday. You'll beat me there then. I'll probably be there that afternoon if all goes to plan. If I leave home on Tuesday, I'll easily be there when it opens ( at Noon??? ) on Wednesday. If I wait until early Wednesday am, it may be closer to 2 or 3PM EST. ( I lose an hour from where I am ). I have an 8-hour drive. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 3:04:01 PM EDT
[#43]
I just sent a quick text to the group from last year's trip.
I'm hoping we can get everyone's contact information into our phones before everyone starts making their way to the destination. I didn't do that after last year. Please reply with names and if you didn't receive the text then DM me and I'll re-send a new group text with everyone. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 3:09:21 PM EDT
[#44]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Canoeguy: Or wherever you decide. I think you will be there first. At this point I am not really sure what our number is up to. I would request not too far from a porta john...but not too close either Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Canoeguy: Originally Posted By SBRChris: OK I'll look for a spot near the creek. Or wherever you decide. I think you will be there first. At this point I am not really sure what our number is up to. I would request not too far from a porta john...but not too close either I'll look for a spot close to the creek. Hopefully, we have a porta john close. Maybe I can ask for one to be put closer if not???? |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 3:26:46 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Canoeguy]
[#45]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tree-hugger: I'll look for a spot close to the creek. Hopefully, we have a porta john close. Maybe I can ask for one to be put closer if not???? There will be one close enough I am sure. That is also closer to the showers which I kid you not, is in an old bus. I am telling you guys it’s a trip. It’s like a pissed off hornets nest of dual sports and ADV bikes. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 8:41:48 PM EDT
[#46]
Anyone else going?
@Squatch ???? |
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Posted: 3/31/2024 6:20:17 PM EDT
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Posted: 3/31/2024 10:58:12 PM EDT
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Fingers crossed….
Got our rooms tonight, we are likely down one rider-he had to do a frame replacement and has a check engine light on the first test ride-not really enough time to figure out what it is. I can get him a bike to ride, but it would mean having to come up with a way to get it down there as the van he bought to haul the Buell around is giving some starting problems. |
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Posted: 4/1/2024 7:49:00 AM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Canoeguy: Lots of fun today and I am still not sure I am coming… https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/191077/IMG_9531_jpeg-3174916.JPG I did that yesterday as well. I'll be packing up today and hitting the road tomorrow morning. Hopefully it all works out to where you can make it. |
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Posted: 4/2/2024 9:45:01 AM EDT
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Took the bike out for a season opening shakedown ride and to fill the tank before it gets trailered tomorrow, everything is good except tags and insurance-no idea where anything is in the house as far as paperwork is concerned but we lucky that the Secretary of State had an opening for me today at 4. We lost one of our group so it’s just me and a buddy…. Poor guy spent last week replacing the broken frame on the XB12SS he bought recently and has a CEL as well as a van that decided to not start after a hard rain. Bummer, was going to be his first “big boy” trip after graduating and getting an engineering job.
That said, with him not coming, Craig and I can leave earlier and not get into Athens at 1am now! |
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