2013 Vulcan Bagger National Rally - All Information Right Here!

[trip]

Here are the details for the 2013 VBA National Rally.

2013 VBA National Rally
"Mountain Madness"
June 25, 26 & 27, 2013
Estes Park, Colorado

For registration, base hotel information, Itinerary and all other information, go to:
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More information will be forthcoming.

Thanks,
Trip

[mobandy78]

:cheers: :tup: :cheers: :tup:

I'm going to really try and make this one! I'm going to start dropping trip hints from now til then!

Good job Trip!

[blowndodge]

They sure ain't giving those rooms away are they?

OK Scott, take your best shot! :tehe:

[Pretzel]

Hrrrmmm... about 12 hours (non-stop) 1 way, and in the wife's favorite vacation state... Think I'll start dropping those hints too! ;)

[Todd]

Hrrrmmm... about 12 hours (non-stop) 1 way, and in the wife's favorite vacation state... Think I'll start dropping those hints too! ;)


27hrs non stop......I'm ridin' ... the wife may fly into Denver.

[cactusjack]

They sure ain't giving those rooms away are they?

OK Scott, take your best shot! :tehe:

You are a CHEAP BASTARD, aren't you? :lmao:

How'd I do? :shrug:

I think Estes Park is a great location. Right next to Rocky Mountain Nat'l Park.

I took these pics in Estes Park in 2004. We were driving up a road and these "indigenous wildlife" decided to cross the road right in front of our car.

http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad358/cjack_1/PC260017.jpg

http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad358/cjack_1/PC260018.jpg

[blowndodge]

You are a CHEAP BASTARD, aren't you? :lmao:

How'd I do? :shrug:

I think Estes Park is a great location. Right next to Rocky Mountain Nat'l Park.

I took these pics in Estes Park in 2004. We were driving up a road and these "indigenous wildlife" decided to cross the road right in front of our car.

http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad358/cjack_1/PC260017.jpg

http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad358/cjack_1/PC260018.jpg


You did well! Nice pics of the family BTW :lmao:

[waterman]

They sure ain't giving those rooms away are they?

OK Scott, take your best shot! :tehe:

Well BD, we could have picked some of the other hotels at $150 and up per night. This is one of the lower cost and larger hotels in Estes Park.

[waterman]

You are a CHEAP BASTARD, aren't you? :lmao:

How'd I do? :shrug:

I think Estes Park is a great location. Right next to Rocky Mountain Nat'l Park.

I took these pics in Estes Park in 2004. We were driving up a road and these "indigenous wildlife" decided to cross the road right in front of our car.

http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad358/cjack_1/PC260017.jpg

http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad358/cjack_1/PC260018.jpg

At that time of year they will definately be higher up in the park.

[cactusjack]

At that time of year they will definately be higher up in the park.

This was around Thanksgiving, if I remember correctly.

[waterman]

This was around Thanksgiving, if I remember correctly.

By late June they will be high up close to tree line or up in the tundra area of Rocky Mountain National Park.

[Todd]

By late June they will be high up close to tree line or up in the tundra area of Rocky Mountain National Park.

Good thing...you know what BD might try with em:lmao::lmao::lmao:

[pronghorn]

Those planning on attending the 2013 Rally in Estes Park and desire road information for the area and the state. I would suggest going to the Butler Map website and get a Colorado map. If you need info on getting to Estes, quickest, most scenic, etc. ask and I'll reply. One of the least important reasons for the motel selection is there a Liquior store in crawling distance.

[landman]

:tup:155 miles to a national rally,how sweet is that.

[cactusjack]

:tup:155 miles to a national rally,how sweet is that.

I'll know when the 2015 National Rally is held in Tucson. :D

[blowndodge]

:tup:155 miles to a national rally,how sweet is that.

You keep making out like a freekin bandit!! :wtf::yep:

[elvis]

2013 VBA National Rally
"Mountain Madness"
June 25, 26 & 27, 2013
Estes Park, Colorado


Now, that's a great location to take a ride to and ramble around for a few days.

Less than 1,500 miles one way on the interstates :hmm:

[mobandy78]

Hrrrmmm... about 12 hours (non-stop) 1 way, and in the wife's favorite vacation state... Think I'll start dropping those hints too! ;)

I'm thinking we need to make this happen! We could travel together or find several in our "neck of the woods" and have a whole group go up at the same time.

Anyone in the SC Region or the SE part of the country would be going through Oklahoma more than likely. :tup: :yep:

[Netnorske]

Those planning on attending the 2013 Rally in Estes Park and desire road information for the area and the state. I would suggest going to the Butler Map website and get a Colorado map. If you need info on getting to Estes, quickest, most scenic, etc. ask and I'll reply. One of the MOST important reasons for the motel selection is there a Liquior store in crawling distance.

This is a good thing. I always want to know where the hooch is located...:cheers:. My wife promises everyone I am not a problem drinker and I'm not! It's only a problem when I run out and I'm still on vacation....:yep::D!

[Netnorske]

Now, that's a great location to take a ride to and ramble around for a few days.

Less than 1,500 miles one way on the interstates :hmm:

I'm thinking I'm gonna go east to Missoula, then down 93 through Pocatello and on from there. I'll save the slab riding for the ride home...:yep:.

[Rasta]

Made reservations. Make sure you tell the lady Vulcan Bagger Association to get the discounted rate because she couldnt find the VBA rate:ohno:

[glwilson]

Those planning on attending the 2013 Rally in Estes Park and desire road information for the area and the state. I would suggest going to the Butler Map website and get a Colorado map. If you need info on getting to Estes, quickest, most scenic, etc. ask and I'll reply. One of the least important reasons for the motel selection is there a Liquior store in crawling distance.

I have a Butler Map of Colorado. Nice maps.:cheers:

[kawgirl]

I've seen elk all over Estes in the summer. Great place. I think the committee did a grand job with their choice!

[elvis]

I'm thinking I'm gonna go east to Missoula, then down 93 through Pocatello and on from there. I'll save the slab riding for the ride home...:yep:.

Kris, that's a good strategy, I think.

There are 306 days from today to the first day of the rally. Or 10 months and 2 days as I type this. I'm marking my calendar but I cannot commit to something that is 10 months away from now. It's amazing how many members already booked their hotel room, wow...



CO is beautiful though and the Rockies and some of the roads that lead to CO are awesome :yep:


Cheers,


E.

[markclark57]

Hmmm, might be a possibility. :cheers:

[toy4bob]

But, But... I just got back from Estes Park last Friday night :)

Told the wife what I was just reading about and she said I am busy. Then she asked when is it LOL. Since I have taken 3 bike trips this year, she is done hearing about more for now.

[waterman]

Good thing...you know what BD might try with em:lmao::lmao::lmao:

Let me guess, just what you did to a Jackalope 3 years ago???:wtf: I hear that poor jackalope hasn't been the same since.:lmao:

[Todd]

Let me guess, just what you did to a Jackalope 3 years ago???:wtf: I hear that poor jackalope hasn't been the same since.:lmao:

Best that jackalope ever had I tell ya>:(>:(>:(:P:P

[Cajunrider]

Sick puppies......:crazy::ohno::wtf:

[kawgirl]

Are you and Darlene going, Mitch?

[coacha]

Reserved and starting to collect aluminum cans to pay for the trip.

[kawgirl]

Reserved and starting to collect aluminum cans to pay for the trip.

You have never been reserved!! :lol:

[waterman]

Reserved and starting to collect aluminum cans to pay for the trip.

You not bringing your anchor???

[Blueraven]

Anyone looking for a room mate?

[Cajunrider]

Are you and Darlene going, Mitch?

Yes Amy, we've made plans to go. How about you?

[old curmudgeon]

:tup:155 miles to a national rally,how sweet is that.

72 miles for me but I'll probably take "the long way" :D

[coacha]

You have never been reserved!! :lol:

Ok...if it wasn't on yet, it is now :P

[coacha]

You not bringing your anchor???

In the process of selling it right now. Economy being what it is and two in college, gotta cull the herd.

[Blueraven]

I have booked my room!

[kawgirl]

Yes Amy, we've made plans to go. How about you?

I booked my room as soon as I found out the details!

[manban9888]

Antlers will be my first rally and I'm really looking forward to it and I'm going to make reservations for Estes rally this week. It's a long ride from Sebastian Fl but I'm going to take my time n enjoy backraods and scenery the whole way. Looking forward to breaking bread w you all

[manban9888]

Just made reservations. Gonna be a long fun ride

[blowndodge]

Best that jackalope ever had I tell ya>:(>:(>:(:P:P

That jackalope probably didn't feel a thing! :lmao::bird:

[Todd]

That jackalope probably didn't feel a thing! :lmao::bird:

A million freekin out a work comedians....and you got jokes :cheers::cheers::lol::lol:

[Top Cat]

A million freekin out a work comedians....and you got jokes :cheers::cheers::lol::lol:

Not good jokes
But jokes:P

[nomadtom69]

Checked the regular prices for Seniors at the same motel best price was $135. so Trip has done good.

[Top Cat]

Checked the regular prices for Seniors at the same motel best price was $135. so Trip has done good.

You doubting the ability of our fearless leader :wtf:

[nomadtom69]

would not doubt him just seeing if a Senior discount would give a better price:D have a Choice membership the rally motel is a member.

[nomadtom69]

Todd -Amy-Coach-Mike- what days did you reserve at the rally motel??

[cactusjack]

Checked the regular prices for Seniors at the same motel best price was $135. so Trip has done good.

I checked the price using my AMA discount, and it was $130. So I agree, Trip got us a good discount.

[Blueraven]

Made my reservations for Monday to the Friday. 3 days ride out there on backroads. Hopefully some nice scenery.

I also noticed that there are no STRUCTURED rides for any of the 3 days. Is that because this is still in the planning stages?

[trip]

All rides will be SELF-GUIDED this time Rhys. Keep an eye on the Rally page.

[trip]

I checked the price using my AMA discount, and it was $130. So I agree, Trip got us a good discount.

Glad you guys noticed, especially after BD's remark about the room rate being high. I realize that's just BD blowing gas, but it took a while to arrange everything with the hotel. Staying at a hotel in Estes Park is not a cheap affair compared to other places. Also, I was able to negotiate a welcome dinner on Monday evening that is free to all attendees. At the last National everyone paid for a welcome dinner.

Sometimes, you guys just don't know how good you've got it. :cheers:

[Netnorske]

Glad you guys noticed, especially after BD's remark about the room rate being high. I realize that's just BD blowing gas, but it took a while to arrange everything with the hotel. Staying at a hotel in Estes Park is not a cheap affair compared to other places. Also, I was able to negotiate a welcome dinner on Monday evening that is free to all attendees. At the last National everyone paid for a welcome dinner.

Sometimes, you guys just don't know how good you've got it. :cheers:

I get it. We had that same problem in Canmore for the Canadian Rockies Rally. The location was/is a big tourist draw and lodging in most places there was VERY expensive. We got a place where rooms were either $100 or $120 a night. So....very well done indeed in finding a great spot and getting us some great group rates. Can't wait to roll in there next summer on my new scoot...:tup:.

[Top Cat]

Checked the regular prices for Seniors at the same motel best price was $135. so Trip has done good.

You doubting the ability of our fearless leader :wtf:

I checked the price using my AMA discount, and it was $130. So I agree, Trip got us a good discount.

Glad you guys noticed, especially after BD's remark about the room rate being high. I realize that's just BD blowing gas, but it took a while to arrange everything with the hotel. Staying at a hotel in Estes Park is not a cheap affair compared to other places. Also, I was able to negotiate a welcome dinner on Monday evening that is free to all attendees. At the last National everyone paid for a welcome dinner.

Sometimes, you guys just don't know how good you've got it. :cheers:

You will notice I never doubted you Boss. Unlike some members I have complete faith in you. :D

[cnc]

You will notice I never doubted you Boss. Unlike some members I have complete faith in you. :D

Tim I just thought your comment was just typical of your nature, always cautious and careful what you say so as not to offend anyone.:lmao::lmao:

[coacha]

All rides will be SELF-GUIDED this time Rhys. Keep an eye on the Rally page.

As long as we don't use Todd's GPS to set the route...we would end up in Nova Scoita. :P

[coacha]

Todd -Amy-Coach-Mike- what days did you reserve at the rally motel??

Sunday, 23rd through Friday, 28th.

[Top Cat]

[QUOTE=cnc;456339]Tim I just thought your comment was just typical of your nature, always cautious and careful what you say so as not to offend anyone.:lmao::lmao:/QUOTE]

Finally, someone who understands the real me. Thank You Norm.:tup:

Hey, wait a second, whats with the two :lmao::lmao:at the end of your post :hmm:

[cactusjack]

You will notice I never doubted you Boss. Unlike some members I have complete faith in you. :D

Go wipe off your nose, Tim. I think you've got s**t all over it. Again. :lol:

[waterman]

Go wipe off your nose, Tim. I think you've got s**t all over it. Again. :lol:

Nose??? I was thinking that he was at least up to his ears.:tehe:

[blowndodge]

The VBA???

Vulcan Bagger A$$kissers! Wow! you guys have a face shaped like a wedge!! :tehe:

Robert I'm so sorry for doubting you. Now please take this crowbar and remove those boys from your butt cheeks PLEASE!!! :tup::ohno:

[cnc]

[QUOTE=cnc;456339]Tim I just thought your comment was just typical of your nature, always cautious and careful what you say so as not to offend anyone.:lmao::lmao:/QUOTE]

Finally, someone who understands the real me. Thank You Norm.:tup:

Hey, wait a second, whats with the two :lmao::lmao:at the end of your post :hmm:

Ummm, my defence is fat finger typing, and I'm sticking to it.:yep:

[trip]

The VBA???

Vulcan Bagger A$$kissers! Wow! you guys have a face shaped like a wedge!! :tehe:

Robert I'm so sorry for doubting you. Now please take this crowbar and remove those boys from your butt cheeks PLEASE!!! :tup::ohno:


Soitenly.

[Kawhead]

Anybody considering Camping? :cheers:

[dmyers]

Anybody considering Camping? :cheers:

I thought about it .
But found a room at discovery lodge that was very reasonable

[Netnorske]

I thought about it .
But found a room at discovery lodge that was very reasonable

Regardless of price...I don't think I would ever go to a rally and not stay at the main rally lodging. That's where all the evening parties happen! Just saying'...

[cactusjack]

Regardless of price...I don't think I would ever go to a rally and not stay at the main rally lodging. That's where all the evening parties happen! Just saying'...

I did that in Custer (alright, BD...I was being cheap) and stayed at another motel. You miss out on a lot of camaraderie that way, and you need to watch the drinking so you don't get in trouble riding back to your motel. If you aren't attending the rally to socialize with other members, then stay wherever. If you want to be at rally central, stay at the base hotel.

[Loafer]

Makes sense.

[replay13]

Anybody considering Camping? :cheers:

I'll be camping on the way out and back and maybe while I'm there. I see Jellystone has tent sites, not sure about the other two.

Btw: I'm going :yep: :wave:

[waterman]

I'll be camping on the way out and back and maybe while I'm there. I see Jellystone has tent sites, not sure about the other two.

Btw: I'm going :yep: :wave:

The KOA is just down the street and they have tent camping. Jellystone is clear on the other side of town.

[waterman]

I thought about it .
But found a room at discovery lodge that was very reasonable

Don, I've done the same as you before or when I make a late decision to go. I won't do that on purpose again. As several stated it is a completely different feeling when you pack up and go to your hotel by yourself.

[trosco]

I am sure some folks will camp as that is part of what the motorcycle travel is about for them. And at the same time I agree that staying at the base hotel is the best way to go if you want to be rubbing elbows with all the folks. That is a big part of the attraction of coming to a rally.
That said, I may not do that this time. It will be the first time since the SD National that I haven't been at the host hotel and that was because there weren't rooms available when I made my arrangements.
But, I have life long friends that live less than 30 miles from the hotel and it would break their hearts for me to come all that way and not stay with them. So I will but expect me to be there hanging out as much as possible!!! Maybe even grabing a room for a night or setting up a share with some one that wants to save a little$?

[blowndodge]

I did that in Custer (alright, BD...I was being cheap) and stayed at another motel. You miss out on a lot of camaraderie that way, and you need to watch the drinking so you don't get in trouble riding back to your motel. If you aren't attending the rally to socialize with other members, then stay wherever. If you want to be at rally central, stay at the base hotel.

Right.............. like you really knocked them back at Kanab?? http://www.easyfreesmileys.com/smileys/lol-049.gif

[cactusjack]

Right.............. like you really knocked them back at Kanab?? http://www.easyfreesmileys.com/smileys/lol-049.gif

No, but I wouldn't have been drinking at all if I had to ride to another hotel at the end of the evening. It's not worth crashing or a DUI.

[blowndodge]

No, but I wouldn't have been drinking at all if I had to ride to another hotel at the end of the evening. It's not worth crashing or a DUI.

I don't know about that. You sure dress for the party!
http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb210/blowndodge/lilScott2.jpg:lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao:

[waterman]

I don't know about that. You sure dress for the party!
:lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao:

This coming from the one who went to bed first every night at Kanab. Heck, Bob and Mark (the oldest ones there) went to bed after you.:lmao:

[Kawhead]

Y'all quit telling things before you tell something that wasn't suppose to be told!:wtf:

[dmyers]

Don, I've done the same as you before or when I make a late decision to go. I won't do that on purpose again. As several stated it is a completely different feeling when you pack up and go to your hotel by yourself.

I did consider that
But i wouldn't be able to justify spending that much money on just a room.
I went to the south central rally and stayed at the base motel and only went into my room to sleep and p**s
Spent the rest of the time riding and drinking with Dave,Jim, and Jesse.
I do wish i could stay at the base motel though
if i find someone to split a room with i may still

[a340driver]

Where on the west coast are you from .. me? Langley

[BudMan]

I did consider that
But i wouldn't be able to justify spending that much money on just a room.
I went to the south central rally and stayed at the base motel and only went into my room to sleep and p**s
Spent the rest of the time riding and drinking with Dave,Jim, and Jesse.
I do wish i could stay at the base motel though
if i find someone to split a room with i may still

Bring a date. Problem solved. :D

[petenomad]

I bring a date, and it doesn't save me any money Dave. In fact, somehow it seems to cost me more. :shrug:

[Top Cat]

Bring a wealthy date and let her pay, problem solved :tup:

[trip]

Next Spring, when the rally dates start getting closer, you'll be able to find someone to share a room without a problem.

Wealthy date or not.

[Jared]

I am sure some folks will camp as that is part of what the motorcycle travel is about for them. And at the same time I agree that staying at the base hotel is the best way to go if you want to be rubbing elbows with all the folks. That is a big part of the attraction of coming to a rally.
That said, I may not do that this time. It will be the first time since the SD National that I haven't been at the host hotel and that was because there weren't rooms available when I made my arrangements.
But, I have life long friends that live less than 30 miles from the hotel and it would break their hearts for me to come all that way and not stay with them. So I will but expect me to be there hanging out as much as possible!!! Maybe even grabing a room for a night or setting up a share with some one that wants to save a little$?

Ross, where do your friends live. I'll be staying with family in Longmont, which is about 25ish miles away.

[sly]

Anyone looking for a room mate?

MAYBE....... I'll let you know asap....

[trosco]

Jared, Their mailing address is Lafayette but actually live a bit north on Hwy7. About 5 miles due south of Longmont. We'll have to experiment with a couple of the routes up to Estes. That "Lefthand" Hwy and Route 7 going northwest both look interesting.

[rickyboy]

Thurs. Aug. 30th 3:00 PM Pacific time
Just booked a reservation for a double premium. Apparently 38 rms. have been reserved so far. The person taking the reservation seemed to think there were approx. 90 rms. set aside for us.
Hey Larry Garget are you in my friend???

[waterman]

Jared, Their mailing address is Lafayette but actually live a bit north on Hwy7. About 5 miles due south of Longmont. We'll have to experiment with a couple of the routes up to Estes. That "Lefthand" Hwy and Route 7 going northwest both look interesting.


Ross,

Lefthand canyon is a blast. Hwy 7 is St Vrain. Not as twisty but a very nice ride.

[Blueraven]

MAYBE....... I'll let you know asap....
That would be Great!

[trosco]

H2Oman & Jay-red: sounds like we have the beginings of a self directed ride for one of the days!!!

[a340driver]

Count Us In TOO !! :D:D

[waterman]

H2Oman & Jay-red: sounds like we have the beginings of a self directed ride for one of the days!!!

I plan on taking one or two short rides. :D Definately don't mind some company.:wave:

[trosco]

When I get closer to heading that way we should start some threads that are rides folks want to do. I will be out there to explore the 2ndary hi-ways. I did the NP last June and now want to see the Colo coutryside. The 12,000 ft areas are amazing but the weather is always a issue that high so hope to explore the 4-8,000 ft areas.

[rickyboy]

There'll be some good rides happening.

[Blueraven]

Yes, don't live us CANADIAN's in the cold about the rides.... LOL

[trosco]

Rhys, it wasn't the cold that was a issue, it was the sleet, icey roads and 70mph wind gusts that made the trip through the hi passes a bit of a butt pukerer!

[waterman]

The time of year the rally is the weather shouldn't be as much of an issue for the most part. You can still get some late afternoon showers in the mountains.

[rusty1]

We are planning to attend. Made reservations.

Rusty

[waterman]

We are planning to attend. Made reservations.

Rusty
:tup:

[Corigan]

I am going to bail on this one unfortunately. Work is making me head out of town that weekend. My club was also ragging on me for not going on a black hills trip earlier that month with them. Guess I need to call and cancel my reservations for 12 days worth of hotels.. :/ Oh well, regionals next year I guess.

[a340driver]

Booked my room at the Estes today... oh boy ...oh boy!!

[rickyboy]

Booked my room at the Estes today... oh boy ...oh boy!!

Are you going to ride out or trailer the bike? Is your wife riding/coming too?

[blowndodge]

I plan on taking one or two short rides. :D Definately don't mind some company.:wave:

:ohno: Just as long as you QUIT WHINING!!! Last time I led to the north rim of the Grand Canyon ride with the speed limit marked at 60 I may have touched 65 a couple of times (I was riding double) and you PISSED AND MOANED about my excessive speeding!!! OMG like you were riding as my bitch!! >::bird::lol:BLAH BLAH BLAH BLAH.........

[wanderer]

:ohno: Just as long as you QUIT WHINING!!! Last time I led to the north rim of the Grand Canyon ride with the speed limit marked at 60 I may have touched 65 a couple of times (I was riding double) and you PISSED AND MOANED about my excessive speeding!!! OMG like you were riding as my bitch!! >::bird::lol:BLAH BLAH BLAH BLAH.........

I'll ride with you Brad, I enjoyed our
ride into Oregon at the Northwest Rally.

[waterman]

:ohno: Just as long as you QUIT WHINING!!! Last time I led to the north rim of the Grand Canyon ride with the speed limit marked at 60 I may have touched 65 a couple of times (I was riding double) and you PISSED AND MOANED about my excessive speeding!!! OMG like you were riding as my bitch!! >::bird::lol:BLAH BLAH BLAH BLAH.........

I think you had better adjust your estrogen level there Brad. Your memory is fading.:tehe::lmao:

[haygrrr]

Still a handful of rooms available. We've exceeded the block of rooms but are selling others at same group rate.

[Todd]

Ground floor room cancelled today in case someone wants to grab it. Sorry I can't make it out.

[Top Cat]

Ground floor room cancelled today in case someone wants to grab it. Sorry I can't make it out.

What :wtf: First you step down from staff and now you aren't coming to the National :shrug:
I was lookin forward to meeting you again.

[waterman]

What :wtf: First you step down from staff and now you aren't coming to the National :shrug:
I was lookin forward to meeting you again.

Probably gonna tell everyone its too far.:lmao::P

[Todd]

What :wtf: First you step down from staff and now you aren't coming to the National :shrug:
I was lookin forward to meeting you again.


I was looking forward to getting together again too. Saving my pennies to go down to the Caribbean and/or Mexico to do a little scuba diving around the same time and in the fall. We have a small window when the whole family will be able to go, so I decided I better sit out this National.

[Todd]

Probably gonna tell everyone its too far.:lmao::P

Its not the length of the ride...its the $400- $500 worth of hotel rooms just to get there and back..not to mention while I am there. Guess I could sleep beside the road or in truck stops like BD :cheers:

[Top Cat]

I was looking forward to getting together again too. Saving my pennies to go down to the Caribbean and/or Mexico to do a little scuba diving around the same time and in the fall. We have a small window when the whole family will be able to go, so I decided I better sit out this National.

Family comes first. Hope you have a great vacation.:tup:

[Blueraven]

Looking for a roommate for the National Rally. I already have a room booked.

[canuckrider]

Has anybody thought about doing a tour of the Stanley Hotel? Some of the rooms are reported to be haunted and supposedly Stephen King got his inspiration to write The Shining while staying there. Might be kind of cool to check it out one the days.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Stanley_Hotel

Check out the video about the hotel tours:

http://www.stanleyhotel.com/tours

[rickyboy]

Has anybody thought about doing a tour of the Stanley Hotel? Some of the rooms are reported to be haunted and supposedly Stephen King got his inspiration to write The Shining while staying there. Might be kind of cool to check it out one the days.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Stanley_Hotel

Check out the video about the hotel tours:

http://www.stanleyhotel.com/tours

I'd be up for that tour Al,... I think it would be an awesome tour for sure.
Count me in!!
But we/I have to get there first. ....I still have my room booked, but my life is in a constant hold pattern, and has been since Feb of 2010. I make plans and then keep my fingers crossed that I don't get sent back to work,....in some capacity.

[Netnorske]

I'd be up for that tour Al,... I think it would be an awesome tour for sure.
Count me in!!
But we/I have to get there first. ....I still have my room booked, but my life is in a constant hold pattern, and has been since Feb of 2010. I make plans and then keep my fingers crossed that I don't get sent back to work,....in some capacity.

I'm holding out hope for you Ricky....wouldn't be the same without you. Wait....it won't be the same anyways since I'll be riding a goofy-looking, fast-as-hell two wheeled cadillac.....:lmao:...but I would still hate not seeing you in my rear-view mirror....:D!

[rickyboy]

I'm staying focused Kris.

[blowndodge]

I thought about this years National quite a bit. Probably more than I should and I've come up with the following thoughts:

I believe this will be my last National ride. I will continue to do the southwest regionals as I enjoy my west coast crowd and committing to only every other year is easy. Let me explain why:

at 55 I'm getting more set in my ways (like that miserable SOB TC!) and I don't want some "executive decision" planning my summers ride locations. It's nothing personal but deciding where I'm riding any given year is going to be solely MY decison and not the Staff here. There is so much of this country I want to see from the perch of my new ride and any future new bikes that debating where with a large organization such as VBA is out of the question.

Further. Time constraints makes no sense to me. I thought about riding 2500 miles to Maggie Valley but to meet and relax for 3 WHOLE DAYS and then ride 2500 miles home is just plain stupid. If I was to have riden to Maggie Valley I would want to ride with people that were taking their time and staying at least a week exploring all the town has to offer. This is why I will be arriving in Estes Park Sunday. Marie and I will explore the town and see what makes Estes Park; Estes Park! On the way home we will be taking the longer route with Scott through the Million Dollar highway with Marie and I cutting across the NW corner of New Mexico to add to my state count.

I hope to make this a memorable ride to finally meet some of the people I have't yet.

[MarkG]

You are learning, when you get a little older you won't remember what day of the week it is when you are riding. :D The Maggie Valley run was 37 days. Stopped and saw some people going there, went up the Blue Ridge Parkway and hung a left, came back across the Northern US and visited my folks for awhile in the Black Hills, then finally pointed the bike generally Southwest and took a little over a week to get home from there.

Last year I was planning on being gone for a couple of weeks and came home when I woke up to six inches of powder on the bike six weeks later. Really hated to leave up north it was still 100 down here in October.

This year I am debating how far in advance I will leave for Estes Park. Only 840 miles, then again maybe I can find it in 1,000 miles or so depending on how often I forget to turn the right direction :yep: the dilemma is how long I will be out afterwards. My parents are in their 90s so I will go visit them for awhile in the Black Hills. Heck, it is only another 350 miles. Then again, there are some areas I haven't seen in Montana. Of course there is the furnace we call Arizona in the middle of summer so I am not going to be in any real hurry to go back to the heat, either.

From a certain point of view the nationals have been on my way to wherever I might be going. :tup:

[schoeney]

I thought about this years National quite a bit. Probably more than I should and I've come up with the following thoughts:

I believe this will be my last National ride. I will continue to do the southwest regionals as I enjoy my west coast crowd and committing to only every other year is easy. Let me explain why:

at 55 I'm getting more set in my ways (like that miserable SOB TC!) and I don't want some "executive decision" planning my summers ride locations. It's nothing personal but deciding where I'm riding any given year is going to be solely MY decison and not the Staff here. There is so much of this country I want to see from the perch of my new ride and any future new bikes that debating where with a large organization such as VBA is out of the question.

Further. Time constraints makes no sense to me. I thought about riding 2500 miles to Maggie Valley but to meet and relax for 3 WHOLE DAYS and then ride 2500 miles home is just plain stupid. If I was to have riden to Maggie Valley I would want to ride with people that were taking their time and staying at least a week exploring all the town has to offer. This is why I will be arriving in Estes Park Sunday. Marie and I will explore the town and see what makes Estes Park; Estes Park! On the way home we will be taking the longer route with Scott through the Million Dollar highway with Marie and I cutting across the NW corner of New Mexico to add to my state count.

I hope to make this a memorable ride to finally meet some of the people I have't yet.

I agree with several points Brad. The bottom line is I am not retired and I have many things I enjoy that take time (Family, Vacation, Running, Bicycling, etc.) and committing to such a long trip so far in advance is difficult.

I would much rather join in at the last minute rather than back out of a commitment. The smaller & closer regional (sometimes combined) rally's make more sense for me. Hopefully I will have a clear calendar someday and can take off 30 days at a time to enjoy the Nationals at a slower pace.

I have found out some things about myself.

A) I really enjoy the journey's to the rally destinations
B) I don't care for group rides or long rides when I get to the rally
C) I really enjoy the time "around the campfire" at the rally's. Good way to get to know everyone.
D) I don't like riding long miles 6-7 days in a row. Throw in a day off or a low mileage day or two and I am happy.
E) I used to want to put 400-500 miles on in a day but now I am happy with 250-350.
F) I prefer 4 riders or less in my group. Makes hotels, restaurants, and gas stops much simpler.
G) I really enjoy sweepers, riding along water, eating at the hole in the wall places.
H) I am also becoming more like TC! :cry:>:(:ohno::D

[Todd]

I agree with several points Brad. The bottom line is I am not retired and I have many things I enjoy that take time (Family, Vacation, Running, Bicycling, etc.) and committing to such a long trip so far in advance is difficult.

I would much rather join in at the last minute rather than back out of a commitment. The smaller & closer regional (sometimes combined) rally's make more sense for me. Hopefully I will have a clear calendar someday and can take off 30 days at a time to enjoy the Nationals at a slower pace.

I have found out some things about myself.

A) I really enjoy the journey's to the rally destinations
B) I don't care for group rides or long rides when I get to the rally
C) I really enjoy the time "around the campfire" at the rally's. Good way to get to know everyone.
D) I don't like riding long miles 6-7 days in a row. Throw in a day off or a low mileage day or two and I am happy.
E) I used to want to put 400-500 miles on in a day but now I am happy with 250-350.
F) I prefer 4 riders or less in my group. Makes hotels, restaurants, and gas stops much simpler.
G) I really enjoy sweepers, riding along water, eating at the hole in the wall places.
H) I am also becoming more like TC! :cry:>:(:ohno::D

WOW! That could be me with the exeption of I like to keep riding once in the saddle. I don't mind the 400 mile days as long as it isn't too many strung together.

[BudMan]

I thought about this years National quite a bit. Probably more than I should and I've come up with the following thoughts:

I believe this will be my last National ride. I will continue to do the southwest regionals as I enjoy my west coast crowd and committing to only every other year is easy. Let me explain why:

at 55 I'm getting more set in my ways (like that miserable SOB TC!) and I don't want some "executive decision" planning my summers ride locations. It's nothing personal but deciding where I'm riding any given year is going to be solely MY decison and not the Staff here. There is so much of this country I want to see from the perch of my new ride and any future new bikes that debating where with a large organization such as VBA is out of the question.

Further. Time constraints makes no sense to me. I thought about riding 2500 miles to Maggie Valley but to meet and relax for 3 WHOLE DAYS and then ride 2500 miles home is just plain stupid. If I was to have riden to Maggie Valley I would want to ride with people that were taking their time and staying at least a week exploring all the town has to offer. This is why I will be arriving in Estes Park Sunday. Marie and I will explore the town and see what makes Estes Park; Estes Park! On the way home we will be taking the longer route with Scott through the Million Dollar highway with Marie and I cutting across the NW corner of New Mexico to add to my state count.

I hope to make this a memorable ride to finally meet some of the people I have't yet.


Seems fairly simple. See where national rally will be.
If it fits in with your plans or schedule, then go.
If it doesn't, then don't.

[Netnorske]

I agree with several points Brad. The bottom line is I am not retired and I have many things I enjoy that take time (Family, Vacation, Running, Bicycling, etc.) and committing to such a long trip so far in advance is difficult.

I would much rather join in at the last minute rather than back out of a commitment. The smaller & closer regional (sometimes combined) rally's make more sense for me. Hopefully I will have a clear calendar someday and can take off 30 days at a time to enjoy the Nationals at a slower pace.

I have found out some things about myself.

A) I really enjoy the journey's to the rally destinations
B) I don't care for group rides or long rides when I get to the rally
C) I really enjoy the time "around the campfire" at the rally's. Good way to get to know everyone.
D) I don't like riding long miles 6-7 days in a row. Throw in a day off or a low mileage day or two and I am happy.
E) I used to want to put 400-500 miles on in a day but now I am happy with 250-350.
F) I prefer 4 riders or less in my group. Makes hotels, restaurants, and gas stops much simpler.
G) I really enjoy sweepers, riding along water, eating at the hole in the wall places.
H) At the local rallies, I really enjoy washing Kris's bike and keeping his cocktail ice bucket full at all times.
I) I am also becoming more like TC! :cry:>:(:ohno::D

I LUV YOU MAN......:cheers::tup:!

[blowndodge]

I LUV YOU BD!......:cheers::tup:!

Thanks buddy! :cheers:

[cnc]

I LUV YOU BD......:cheers::tup:!

Thanks buddy! :cheers:

You Guys are kinky.:wtf:

[Netnorske]

You Guys are kinky.:wtf:

Brad is Kinky AND Twisted....I'm just kinked...:yep:.

[blowndodge]

If you've got a point to make...MAKE IT!! :lmao:

[cnc]

If you've got a point to make...MAKE IT!! :lmao:

Are you talking to me?:ohno::tehe:

[cnc]

Brad is Kinky AND Twisted....I'm just kinked...:yep:.

They got pills for that.:lmao::lmao:

[schoeney]

I LUV YOU MAN......:cheers::tup:!

I know you do....but this hero worship thing has got to end.:P:tup::lmao:

[waterman]

I thought about this years National quite a bit. Probably more than I should and I've come up with the following thoughts:

I believe this will be my last National ride. I will continue to do the southwest regionals as I enjoy my west coast crowd and committing to only every other year is easy. Let me explain why:

at 55 I'm getting more set in my ways (like that miserable SOB TC!) and I don't want some "executive decision" planning my summers ride locations. It's nothing personal but deciding where I'm riding any given year is going to be solely MY decison and not the Staff here. There is so much of this country I want to see from the perch of my new ride and any future new bikes that debating where with a large organization such as VBA is out of the question.

Further. Time constraints makes no sense to me. I thought about riding 2500 miles to Maggie Valley but to meet and relax for 3 WHOLE DAYS and then ride 2500 miles home is just plain stupid. If I was to have riden to Maggie Valley I would want to ride with people that were taking their time and staying at least a week exploring all the town has to offer. This is why I will be arriving in Estes Park Sunday. Marie and I will explore the town and see what makes Estes Park; Estes Park! On the way home we will be taking the longer route with Scott through the Million Dollar highway with Marie and I cutting across the NW corner of New Mexico to add to my state count.

I hope to make this a memorable ride to finally meet some of the people I have't yet.

Boy Brad, your about to make everyone :cry:.

Brad, you are right about distance and time when you live on either coast. For me, we live in a region that it's 1400 miles to California (Redwoods Rally) and 1300 miles to Maggie Valley (2011 National). So we are really in the middle of it.

I would love to have the time to enjoy a ride to somewhere and really see the sights and the back roads, but it is the same for me as it is you. There is a nasty four letter word that interferes with fun, WORK. Maybe someday we can enjoy ourselves like the retired people (TC).

[blowndodge]

Boy Brad, your about to make everyone :cry:.

Brad, you are right about distance and time when you live on either coast. For me, we live in a region that it's 1400 miles to California (Redwoods Rally) and 1300 miles to Maggie Valley (2011 National). So we are really in the middle of it.

I would love to have the time to enjoy a ride to somewhere and really see the sights and the back roads, but it is the same for me as it is you. There is a nasty four letter word that interferes with fun, WORK. Maybe someday we can enjoy ourselves like the retired people (TC).

Someday Joel :tup:. I just know planning for these 1500+ mile NR's has me taking 2 weeks off just to travel back and forth. I seriously debated the 1100 miles to Estes Park this year. If it wasn't for bringing my new bike and meeting the rest of the members I wouldn't have planned it. That and the fact thatTeri Conrad from Kawasaki is riding all the way with me and Marie.

As Budman stated if it's too far don't go. I can't see the National ever being a one day ride for me. Estes Park is the furthest out west so far and it's still over 1100 miles for of us west coast people.

[Kawhead]

I thought about this years National quite a bit. Probably more than I should and I've come up with the following thoughts:

I believe this will be my last National ride. I will continue to do the southwest regionals as I enjoy my west coast crowd and committing to only every other year is easy. Let me explain why:

at 55 I'm getting more set in my ways (like that miserable SOB TC!) and I don't want some "executive decision" planning my summers ride locations. It's nothing personal but deciding where I'm riding any given year is going to be solely MY decison and not the Staff here. There is so much of this country I want to see from the perch of my new ride and any future new bikes that debating where with a large organization such as VBA is out of the question.

Further. Time constraints makes no sense to me. I thought about riding 2500 miles to Maggie Valley but to meet and relax for 3 WHOLE DAYS and then ride 2500 miles home is just plain stupid. If I was to have riden to Maggie Valley I would want to ride with people that were taking their time and staying at least a week exploring all the town has to offer. This is why I will be arriving in Estes Park Sunday. Marie and I will explore the town and see what makes Estes Park; Estes Park! On the way home we will be taking the longer route with Scott through the Million Dollar highway with Marie and I cutting across the NW corner of New Mexico to add to my state count.

I hope to make this a memorable ride to finally meet some of the people I have't yet.
http://www.pic4ever.com/images/snapoutofit.gif SNAP OUT OF IT!

I thought once Medical Mariana was legal in in Cali you would chill. http://www.pic4ever.com/images/Ghelyon.gif

I hated to do that, but you'll thank me later.:yep:

[Kawhead]

I thought about this years National quite a bit. Probably more than I should and I've come up with the following thoughts:

I believe this will be my last National ride. I will continue to do the southwest regionals as I enjoy my west coast crowd and committing to only every other year is easy. Let me explain why:

at 55 I'm getting more set in my ways (like that miserable SOB TC!) and I don't want some "executive decision" planning my summers ride locations. It's nothing personal but deciding where I'm riding any given year is going to be solely MY decison and not the Staff here. There is so much of this country I want to see from the perch of my new ride and any future new bikes that debating where with a large organization such as VBA is out of the question.

Further. Time constraints makes no sense to me. I thought about riding 2500 miles to Maggie Valley but to meet and relax for 3 WHOLE DAYS and then ride 2500 miles home is just plain stupid. If I was to have riden to Maggie Valley I would want to ride with people that were taking their time and staying at least a week exploring all the town has to offer. This is why I will be arriving in Estes Park Sunday. Marie and I will explore the town and see what makes Estes Park; Estes Park! On the way home we will be taking the longer route with Scott through the Million Dollar highway with Marie and I cutting across the NW corner of New Mexico to add to my state count.

I hope to make this a memorable ride to finally meet some of the people I have't yet.
Did you write this for the "Prospect's"? :hmm:

:D

[blowndodge]

NURSE!!! SOMEONE GET A NURSE IN HERE!! Mikes pulled out his IV again!!:hmm:

[coacha]

Did you write this for the "Prospect's"? :hmm:

:D

We have to Prospect now? Dam, they are changing all the rules.

My biggest issue right now is finding the American dollars to get there and back. Probalby have to ride the Beemer though cause the KawaTanker has a bent shift fork. If I fix it first, I can't come. Decisions, decisioins.

[Kawhead]

NURSE!!! SOMEONE GET A NURSE IN HERE!! Mikes pulled out his IV again!!:hmm::lmao:

I so afeared you are slipping and turning into those that are on your ignore list and in time you will shun we the sane, and we will become the ones on your daunted ignore list and the now ignored will become deignored.:hmm:

Kinda like the time I got abysmally drunk and the next morning I realized I'd "slept" with a Mermaid with the woman part on the bottom instead of the other way around. :shrug:

[Kawhead]

We have to Prospect now? Dam, they are changing all the rules.

My biggest issue right now is finding the American dollars to get there and back. Probalby have to ride the Beemer though cause the KawaTanker has a bent shift fork. If I fix it first, I can't come. Decisions, decisioins. Oh hell, how thangs have changed!:ohno: Nomads is going to be rare at the rallies now. Don't spend the ride money on the Kaw. Brang the Beemer. What the hell?:D

My son has turn out to be a jr. kawhead, nut didn't fall far from the tree, so I'm using that money for rallies, beer, wicked women. Prolly gonna sppend:yep: the rest of it foolishly.

[blowndodge]

:lmao:

I so afeared you are slipping and turning into those that are on your ignore list and in time you will shun we the sane, and we will become the ones on your daunted ignore list and the now ignored will become deignored.:hmm:

Kinda like the time I got abysmally drunk and the next morning I realized I'd "slept" with a Mermaid with the woman part on the bottom instead of the other way around. :shrug:

No that wasn't a mermaid. That was my pet frog you tried to kiss. Thinking it would turn into Todd! :wtf:

[Kawhead]

No that wasn't a mermaid. That was my pet frog you tried to kiss. Thinking it would turn into Todd! :wtf:Might have been a cyclopes. :shrug:I have this fuzzy memory of this one fish eye looking up at me, and a flat chest with no arms.:hmm:

[Kawhead]

NURSE!!! SOMEONE GET A NURSE IN HERE!! Mikes pulled out his IV again!!:hmm:
Last time a bunch of orderlies gagged me and tied me to the bed. Guessing the same will happen again, do me a solid and tell them to tie me face down this time to spank me and gimme a enema so I can at least get something out of it to.:D
Or is it "too"? I know it taint "two". What the hell, "as well". I ended with a preposition anyway.:wtf:

[cactusjack]

You brought your "A" game today Mike! This is some funny shizzle you be writing.

[Todd]

Might have been a cyclopes. :shrug:I have this fuzzy memory of this one fish eye looking up at me, and a flat chest with no arms.:hmm:

Are you sure that wasn't a one eyed snakefish???? :lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao:


..I don't speak up often anymore but when I do ... you gotta admit...that's funny right there...I don't care who you are :lmao::lmao:

[Kawhead]

Are you sure that wasn't a one eyed snakefish????


..I don't speak up often anymore but when I do ... you gotta admit...that's funny right there...I don't care who you are :lmao:
Naw, thay ain't no such thing as a one eyed snake fish with a warm slit at the bottom.

They's some things that are better left to the imagination than to be said. In this case.

It's a wind down high after you get off a tractor. :shrug:
That's the nects best thing to being on a NOMAD on a long sweeping curved road comparative! Or a long sweeping curved woman. I guess. I never had one. :ohno:

I ain't one ,but farmers is got it made! :tup::yep:

If I didn't hate working hard for a living, that's what I'd do for a living if I could work hard. My boss has done ruined me in this puss puss job I have, and the only thing I'd be useful for if God forbid I loose this one is a door stop somewhere I reckon at a motel or something.:hmm:


Todd don't speak up?:wtf: THAT"S FUNNY!:lmao: Somebody piss him off and watch 'im not speak up!:wtf: WTF? :D

[Top Cat]

I was just scanning the new posts and got to this one and my ears started ringing.
Seems I am getting a bad rep around here. I don't understand it? I try to be kind, polite and helpful in any way I can.
Then some of my so called friends will start bustin my chops for no apparent reason. Now being the calm, cool, levelheaded person I am I fight the urge to retaliate in kind but they just persist with the unnecessary barrage of insults.
I start to get upset but then it dawns on me, the reason they harass me is jealousy :yep: they envy my carefree life style and good looks.
So in the future I will consider their insults and ball bustin as a feeble attempt to bring me down to their level because they know in their hearts they will never be able to rise to mine. :lmao:Carry on.

[GIBBY]

My son has turn out to be a jr. kawhead, nut didn't fall far from the tree, so I'm using that money for rallies, beer, wicked women. Prolly gonna sppend:yep: the rest of it foolishly.

Too funny Mike. Reminds me of something W.C. Fields said one time when asked what he did with all his money " Spent most of it on drinking, whores, and cigars, the rest I just pissed away" :D

[Kawhead]

Too funny Mike. Reminds me of something W.C. Fields said one time when asked what he did with all his money " Spent most of it on drinking, whores, and cigars, the rest I just pissed away" :Dhttp://www.pic4ever.com/images/305.gif Thanks!


Only difference in the way W.C. and I said it, is he was a comedian and that's what I'm gonna do.:D

That "W" word is such a nasty word to call a nice girl that are a little more giving of themselves. Bless their hearts, were it not for them, and their not so high high standards, my life would have been a little less enjoyable.:D

[Kawhead]

I was just scanning the new posts and got to this one and my ears started ringing.
Seems I am getting a bad rep around here. I don't understand it? I try to be kind, polite and helpful in any way I can.
Then some of my so called friends will start bustin my chops for no apparent reason. Now being the calm, cool, levelheaded person I am I fight the urge to retaliate in kind but they just persist with the unnecessary barrage of insults.
I start to get upset but then it dawns on me, the reason they harass me is jealousy :yep: they envy my carefree life style and good looks.
So in the future I will consider their insults and ball bustin as a feeble attempt to bring me down to their level because they know in their hearts they will never be able to rise to mine. :lmao:Carry on.My every day endeavor is to obtain the summit of valiance, virility, and vigorocity that are duly apparent and commonplace characteristics of Top Cat's daily demeanor.

I think folks is rattling you cage for a reaction. :yep: Like when you knock on the wall to make your dog bark kinda thang.:D

[mobandy78]

My every day endeavor is to obtain the summit of valiance, virility, and vigorocity that are duly apparent and commonplace characteristics of Top Cat's daily demeanor.

I think folks is rattling you cage for a reaction. :yep: Like when you knock on the wall to make your dog bark kinda thang.:D

If anybody wants to rattle his cage, all they have to do is mention LOUD PIPES, and that'll get him going. :D

[cactusjack]

If anybody wants to rattle his cage, all they have to do is mention LOUD PIPES, and that'll get him going. :D

Or riding with no helmet. :cheers:

[Top Cat]

Or GUN CONTROL >:(

[mobandy78]

Or GUN CONTROL >:(

I know how to control my gun, I don't need anybody else telling me.

[Kawhead]

One poor guy ,so there be no a misunderstanding, had a sign on his bike that read, "No F@(K, No Ride", and TC went strait frothing at the mouth, mad dog, barking spider, ape snit crazy! :wtf::yep:

I'm telling you it was nearly as bad as when whether on purpose or by accident, somebody constructfully criticizes Saint Blowndodge! :ohno: And no where near the hell raised when Trip, with hat in hand politely almost ashamedly, with the soft Texas drawl, ask for a meager donation of spare change to help defray the astronomical hundreds of thousands of dollars to run the board. oOOOooOOBoy! Then it's chasing butterflies with bricks, "Take your bike to the dealer, that''ll fix it", "Your ass is on the ignore list you sorry SOB"! :ohno::yep:


:D:D

[mobandy78]

One poor guy ,so there be no a misunderstanding, had a sign on his bike that read, "No F@(K, No Ride", and TC went strait frothing at the mouth, mad dog, barking spider, ape snit crazy! :wtf::yep:

I'm telling you it was nearly as bad as when whether on purpose or by accident, somebody constructfully criticizes Saint Blowndodge! :ohno: And no where near the hell raised when Trip, with hat in hand politely almost ashamedly, with the soft Texas drawl, ask for a meager donation of spare change to help defray the astronomical hundreds of thousands of dollars to run the board. oOOOooOOBoy! Then it's chasing butterflies with bricks, "Take your bike to the dealer, that''ll fix it", "Your ass is on the ignore list you sorry SOB"! :ohno::yep:


:D:D

HA! I remember that. Poor guy. Did he ever show back up after that?

[blowndodge]

I think I'm about ready to start crying...

[Top Cat]

HA! I remember that. Poor guy. Did he ever show back up after that?

No he did not return. :tehe:
I'm just trying to keep the forum clean, family oriented place to hang out.
Poor guy, Mike ? People who put signs on their bikes or cars and trucks like that are just plain ignorant.
Ranks right up there with those ball sacks guys put on their vehicles.

[mobandy78]

No he did not return. :tehe:
I'm just trying to keep the forum clean, family oriented place to hang out.
Poor guy, Mike ? People who put signs on their bikes or cars and trucks like that are just plain ignorant.
Ranks right up there with those ball sacks guys put on their vehicles.

I was going to put one of those on your bike, but they were draggin' the ground... and we all know that's not true with you. :lmao:

[Kawhead]

I think I'm about ready to start crying...http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/sick/barfing.gif (http://www.sherv.net/emoticons.html)
Shadd Dapp, oh yee of tender hearted meekness.http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/bad/mobster-smiley-emoticon.gif (http://www.sherv.net/emoticons.html)

:D:D

No he did not return.
I'm just trying to keep the forum clean, family oriented place to hang out.
Poor guy, Mike ? People who put signs on their bikes or cars and trucks like that are just plain ignorant.
Ranks right up there with those ball sacks guys put on their vehicles.I cain't stand Ball Sack Guys. If there's one thing I cain't stand more than a Ball Sack Guy, it's a Crying Ball sack Guy!:ohno:
I hated that stupid sign too.:yep: It's just a crying shame the youth today have to sink to such low levels these days for attention.:ohno:
I've been trying to make this a clean, family oriented place to hang out in for years, so good luck with that. :yep::D

:D

[manban9888]

No he did not return. :tehe:
I'm just trying to keep the forum clean, family oriented place to hang out.
Poor guy, Mike ? People who put signs on their bikes or cars and trucks like that are just plain ignorant.
Ranks right up there with those ball sacks guys put on their vehicles.

Nothing wrong w having standards and a little decency

[Kawhead]

Nothing wrong w having standards and a little decency
Both at the same? We gonna need a bigger board. :hmm:
Better still, lets have a password protected Standards and Manners, Benchmarks & Decency or S&M, B&D sub-board and find out how traffic it gets.:shrug:

[manban9888]

Both at the same? We gonna need a bigger board. :hmm:
Better still, lets have a password protected Standards and Manners, Benchmarks & Decency or S&M, B&D sub-board and find out how traffic it gets.:shrug:

Mike if you want to do an S and M board have at it but I'm gonna skip that rally

[petenomad]

Both at the same? We gonna need a bigger board. :hmm:
Better still, lets have a password protected Standards and Manners, Benchmarks & Decency or S&M, B&D sub-board and find out how traffic it gets.:shrug:

I don't care who you are, that's pretty funny right there. :lol:

[elvis]

.....

I would much rather join in at the last minute rather than back out of a commitment. .....



But Schoeney, that eliminates the social interaction on here and all the buzz that comes with it, like, dammit, my cat died and I cannot make it to the rally.

The forums would be so boring :lol:.

[Kawhead]

Mike if you want to do an S and M board have at it but I'm gonna skip that rally

I don't care who you are, that's pretty funny right there. :lol:

I didn't realize that acronym had already been spoken for. That's one of the consequences of a sheltered life. Go figger. :shrug:

:hmm::D

[glwilson]

Ranks right up there with those ball sacks guys put on their vehicles.

I know a guy that thinks so much of himself and his cooking on the grill that his grill has a super-sized ball-sack hanging from it.:lmao:

I am damned serious... and he thinks it is cool...:D

[Kawhead]

Cool people be that way sometime. :D

[tomm]

Been putting off the inevitable, but finally cancelled our reservation for Estes Park today. Work situation just would not cooperate.

Was really looking forward to meeting the folks behind all those famous names from the other regions. Guess it will be 2015 instead. Have a great time everyone that is going.

[Kawhead]

As long as we see you in 2015 Tomm. Believe me I know how it is.

A Rally is a terrible thing to miss and there's a lot of terrible things you have to do to get to go to one. Sometimes I think my boss considers mine and my coworkers dreams the same as bubble wrap that he sits around popping all day and bust just to be doing it, and sometimes twists it and it goes POP, POP, POP, POP, POP,POP! AND WITHOUT A THOUGH TOSSES ALL THOSE BUSTED DREAMS INTO THE TRASH AND MAKES ME EMPTY THE WASTE BASKET!:cry:

[Netnorske]

Been putting off the inevitable, but finally cancelled our reservation for Estes Park today. Work situation just would not cooperate.

Was really looking forward to meeting the folks behind all those famous names from the other regions. Guess it will be 2015 instead. Have a great time everyone that is going.

Tom,
Sorry you will not be able to make it....you will miss a great time for sure. On the bright side....that leaves one or two more of BD's cigars for me to smoke....:yep::D.

[tomm]

As long as we see you in 2015 Tomm. Believe me I know how it is.

A Rally is a terrible thing to miss and there's a lot of terrible things you have to do to get to go to one. Sometimes I think my boss considers mine and my coworkers dreams the same as bubble wrap that he sits around popping all day and bust just to be doing it, and sometimes twists it and it goes POP, POP, POP, POP, POP,POP! AND WITHOUT A THOUGH TOSSES ALL THOSE BUSTED DREAMS INTO THE TRASH AND MAKES ME EMPTY THE WASTE BASKET!:cry:

2015 it is then.

Tom,
Sorry you will not be able to make it....you will miss a great time for sure. On the bright side....that leaves one or two more of BD's cigars for me to smoke....:yep::D.

Have one of those cigars, and maybe a drink or two, for me.

[dell]

I've been working on a trailer for the rally trip. My wife doesn't want to miss this trip, and I'll need the extra luggage space.3937

Don't know yet how it will effect fuel mileage. Jay will be with us, and we plan to take the "old route" from Missouri, on US-50, to Colorado Springs, then up through Denver (places to go, people to see). Counting the days!

[GIBBY]

It will be great to see you again Dell and to meet your wife. See you guys in Estes Park.

[Rasta]

I've been working on a trailer for the rally trip. My wife doesn't want to miss this trip, and I'll need the extra luggage space.3937

Don't know yet how it will effect fuel mileage. Jay will be with us, and we plan to take the "old route" from Missouri, on US-50, to Colorado Springs, then up through Denver (places to go, people to see). Counting the days!

Cool Dell! Should have enough room now for the shoes!!:D

[blowndodge]

I know a guy that thinks so much of himself and his cooking on the grill that his grill has a super-sized ball-sack hanging from it.:lmao:

I am damned serious... and he thinks it is cool...:D

I know a guy named Greg that thinks he'sso cool he has my ball sack hangin over his nose!!! :lmao::lmao:


How did this comment escape me??? :ohno:

[Kawhead]

I know a guy named Greg that thinks he'sso cool he has my ball sack hangin over his nose!!! :lmao::lmao:


How did this comment escape me??? :ohno:
Note to self:
Never mock Bdodge's grill, coolness or ball sack. Especially all three at the same time http://www.pic4ever.com/images/183.gif

What the ever lovin' hell was you thinking GL? :wtf:
Have you lost you funkin' mind?
You knew that kitten had claws.:ohno:
You act like those clueless IRS Department Heads. :shrug:

:cheers::D

[glwilson]

Note to self:
Never mock Bdodge's grill, coolness or ball sack. Especially all three at the same time http://www.pic4ever.com/images/183.gif

What the ever lovin' hell was you thinking GL? :wtf:
Have you lost you funkin' mind?
You knew that kitten had claws.:ohno:
You act like those clueless IRS Department Heads. :shrug:

:cheers::D

You know... I guess I wasn't thinking. Only BD would turn that around. :ohno:

[Kawhead]

You know... I guess I wasn't thinking. Only BD would turn that around. :ohno:
You musta never met him. :wtf:
If he ain't nothing, he's the king of turning things around since folks started turning stuff around. :yep:

[haygrrr]

I'm out..... Just cancelled my room in Estes. My back has been great and physical therapy has been going well but I aggravated it again last weekend and its set me back weeks. I keep thinking I can get through it but I've been in denial. I'm barely making it through the work day and can't sit or stand for long periods of time.
Sagebrush tank bib and hard bag liners just came yesterday too - just in time for nothing....

Really disappointed I can't meet you all. Maybe I can catch a regional late summer early fall....

Ride safe!

[Netnorske]

Hey BD...while you're at it, sing this one...

"And another ones gone and another ones gone, another one bites the dust".

Sorry you can't make it...that sucks.

[cactusjack]

Both at the same? We gonna need a bigger board. :hmm:
Better still, lets have a password protected Standards and Manners, Benchmarks & Decency or S&M, B&D sub-board and find out how traffic it gets.:shrug:

Don't drag the rest of us into your private hell, Mike! :lol:

[dshelly]

:ohno::ohno::ohno::ohno: