Location Polls for SW Rally

[waterman]

Jared and I have pinned down two locations for the 2014 SW Rally. Both locations have the ability for members of either the NW or the SC to attend as they are either on the north or east fringe of the area.

The two locations are Logan, Utah or Taos/Red River, New Mexico. Both are very nice locations.

With the poll I would like to see the interest of members from outside the SW Region. That is why I have two non-SW member responses as well as the member responses to guage the interest from outside the region.

*EDIT

The 2014 Southwest Regional Rally will be held in LOGAN, UTAH!

We have discussed the possibility of having a combined rally with the NW region, but it is still to be finalized. Rides, hotels, dates, etc. are still to be decided.

[cactusjack]

Joel, you should have added another choice "Doesn't matter - either one is fine".

It doesn't matter to me, I'm fine with either location. I think they are both great places for a rally.

[waterman]

Joel, you should have added another choice "Doesn't matter - either one is fine".

It doesn't matter to me, I'm fine with either location. I think they are both great places for a rally.

OK, what would be your first preference?????

[blowndodge]

What happened to Lake Tahoe? I remember lots mentioned it when you asked the first time!

[cactusjack]

OK, what would be your first preference?????

Well, since you pushed me, my preference is indicated in the poll.

There's a 700 mile distance between the two locations. I think the input you're really looking for is from those whose attendance is dependent on the location.

[blowndodge]

OK since your ignoring me the reason I picked Tahoe is that Kris and Ricky and some of the extreme NW usually like to attend ours. Putting it down south makes it longer than going to the Nat'l for some of these guys. Looking at Tahoe were within 700 miles of almost everyone.

[cactusjack]

OK since your ignoring me the reason I picked Tahoe is that Kris and Ricky and some of the extreme NW usually like to attend ours. Putting it down south makes it longer than going to the Nat'l for some of these guys. Looking at Tahoe were within 700 miles of almost everyone.

"almost" everyone.

[wanderer]

I'm with Brad, I like Tahoe too!

[waterman]

OK since your ignoring me the reason I picked Tahoe is that Kris and Ricky and some of the extreme NW usually like to attend ours. Putting it down south makes it longer than going to the Nat'l for some of these guys. Looking at Tahoe were within 700 miles of almost everyone.

Not ignoring you Brad. I talked with Kris about Logan and he loved that spot. Like I said, we've had 1 in California, Nevada, Utah and Colorado for Regionals. Just looking at the other states.

We will get around to Tahoe. I would like to get up there as well. I just need another year to forget that ride across the Salt Flats and Northern Nevada.

With the Logan, we will still get some from the NW region and if we do the Taos, we would get some from the SC region.

[Jared]

I vote for Logan. I can run home for lunch between rides. :P

[blowndodge]

that one in California????? Shoot you sound like Trip giving me a geology lesson. I had to drive over 800 miles to get to the same state I live in. I was just trying to center it so it had the best and shortest for most riders. The beauty of the mighty sierras ain't bad either!

[waterman]

that one in California????? Shoot you sound like Trip giving me a geology lesson. I had to drive over 800 miles to get to the same state I live in. I was just trying to center it so it had the best and shortest for most riders. The beauty of the mighty sierras ain't bad either!

Did I say it was in California????:wtf::wtf::wtf:

[schoeney]

I voted but was limited in choice. Here is my choices in order of preference.

1) Tahoe
2) Logan
3) NM

[kawgirl]

that one in California????? Shoot you sound like Trip giving me a geology lesson. I had to drive over 800 miles to get to the same state I live in. I was just trying to center it so it had the best and shortest for most riders. The beauty of the mighty sierras ain't bad either!

Was Trip studying rocks or maps?

[blowndodge]

Not ignoring you Brad. I talked with Kris about Logan and he loved that spot. Like I said, we've had 1 in California.

Ah...... yea.....you did bro..

[Dave]

I'm with Brad, I like Tahoe too!

Me too.

[wanderer]

Not ignoring you Brad. I talked with Kris about Logan and he loved that spot. Like I said, we've had 1 in California.

That's about like saying you had one in Australia. Which part of the state makes a BIG difference.

[landman]

even though i believe that taos was originally my suggestion, i decided to vote for the
logan,ut. area simply because it would be closer for me and thus less expensive to
travel to.i think that all areas mentioned are nice but in this economy and what with being in the real estate bussiness i find that i must consider travel cost.

[Netnorske]

even though i believe that taos was originally my suggestion, i decided to vote for the
logan,ut. area simply because it would be closer for me and thus less expensive to
travel to.i think that all areas mentioned are nice but in this economy and what with being in the real estate bussiness i find that i must consider travel cost.

I think you picked Logan because you know I would not ride to Taos....and you would miss me....:D:cheers:.

[Netnorske]

Logan is a beautiful area and the ride up through the pass to Bear Lake is spectacular! I rode through there on my way home from Kanab, just to see some new terrain as I had the time....it is two thumbs up for sure! Tahoe not being a choice....I opted for Logan as a non-SW member.

[blowndodge]

I would miss you too Kris. There's no chance I'm driving 900 miles through the hottest desert in the United States to go to Taos.

[waterman]

I would miss you too Kris. There's no chance I'm driving 900 miles through the hottest desert in the United States to go to Taos.

Almost my thoughts about driving the Salt Flats and northern Nevada.

[cactusjack]

I would miss you too Kris. There's no chance I'm driving 900 miles through the hottest desert in the United States to go to Taos.

Wimp. I have to do that no matter where the rally is, unless it's at my house.

[poppy]

I vote for Logan. I can run home for lunch between rides. :P

I voted for NM since Logan is just up the road and my scooter wouldn't even warm up for that ride.....

[usranger74]

Logan - home of Utah State University were I spent my college days. Going back would be fun.

[landman]

I think you picked Logan because you know I would not ride to Taos....and you would miss me....:D:cheers:.

:yep: you know me pretty well kris.

[Netnorske]

:yep: you know me pretty well kris.

Well....that goes both ways Bob....we definitely missed you up in Canmore this past summer...I had to drink without you. Somehow I managed....:tup::cheers:!!

[waterman]

Well....that goes both ways Bob....we definitely missed you up in Canmore this past summer...I had to drink without you. Somehow I managed....:tup::cheers:!!

Your still upright.:cheers:

[ballast]

New Mexico for me. But I like long trips.

[ponch]

Wimp. I have to do that no matter where the rally is, unless it's at my house.

+1 :tup:

[Dave]

it's at my house.

Rally at Scott's place!!!!

[markclark57]

I'm not going to vote the pole since I don't care about the "Where". . . "Who" is more important to me.
If some of the folks are concerned about $$$ it should be anywhere other than Taos. That's the most expensive place to do anything in NM.

If we go to Taos we could stay here http://www.elmontesagrado.com/ I was one of the plumbers that helped build it. It's nice, but I'm not sure how many members could afford their room. :ohno: The "Cheap Seats" start at around $170.00 per night.

[waterman]

I'm not going to vote the pole since I don't care about the "Where". . . "Who" is more important to me.
If some of the folks are concerned about $$$ it should be anywhere other than Taos. That's the most expensive place to do anything in NM.

If we go to Taos we could stay here http://www.elmontesagrado.com/ I was one of the plumbers that helped build it. It's nice, but I'm not sure how many members could afford their room. :ohno: The "Cheap Seats" start at around $170.00 per night.


Red River is just a few miles out of Taos and much cheaper.

[blowndodge]

You boys have fun!!

[cactusjack]

You boys have fun!!

What are you going to do, BD? Another summer at quilting camp? Pole dancing school? :lmao:

[waterman]

You boys have fun!!

We haven't even set the place yet!!!

[blowndodge]

Im riding to Tahoe that year. No worries. This ain't my only group I ride with Joel.

[wanderer]

[QUOTE=blowndodge;471202]Im riding to Tahoe that year.QUOTE]

What???? You only do one ride a year!!!!!! I try for at least one ride per month.

[cactusjack]

[QUOTE=blowndodge;471202]Im riding to Tahoe that year.QUOTE]

What???? You only do one ride a year!!!!!! I try for at least one ride per month.

He has other "pressing" items on his calendar, Gene. :lol:

[blowndodge]

[QUOTE=wanderer;471204]

He has other "pressing" items on his calendar, Gene. :lol:

yea, like your face against my ass! :tup::lol:

[blowndodge]

[QUOTE=blowndodge is one mighty fine dresser if i do say so myself;471202]QUOTE]

What???? You only do one ride a year!!!!!! I try for at least one ride per month.

you should spend more time working on your quotes Gene!! :D

[ponch]

You boys have fun!!

It ain't a done deal yet.

[landman]

how about logan in june and taos in sept.then we could go to tahoe for the next east coast national rally in 2015.

[ponch]

Or skip both and go to Pahrump NV, home of Art Bell.

[blowndodge]

It ain't a done deal yet.

Hey, I don't want to buzz kill your Taos plans. I shouldn't matter Jim. I just picked Lake Tahoe in the beginning STRICKLY because of the geographic location that would allow the "most" potential riders.

If given a choice to ride 900 miles of desert in June to go to Taos, which I've skied there, and overpriced as hell. or ride 550 miles and 150 miles of that is through moderate desert to an altitude of 6000 feet of the Sierra Nevada mountains with 1000's of lakes and roads to ride? Cattle pastures, snow topped mountain peaks.

It's a no-brainer for me. Yes Scott, I have little brains to waste!

[ponch]

Hey, I don't want to buzz kill your Taos plans. I shouldn't matter Jim. I just picked Lake Tahoe in the beginning STRICKLY because of the geographic location that would allow the "most" potential riders.

If given a choice to ride 900 miles of desert in June to go to Taos, which I've skied there, and overpriced as hell. or ride 550 miles and 150 miles of that is through moderate desert to an altitude of 6000 feet of the Sierra Nevada mountains with 1000's of lakes and roads to ride? Cattle pastures, snow topped mountain peaks.

It's a no-brainer for me. Yes Scott, I have little brains to waste!

Logan, Tahoe or Taos and I will be there. No matter to me.

[landman]

:shrug:it looks like a tie for southwest members so i'm guessing joel will settle on tahoe.

[cactusjack]

Hey, I don't want to buzz kill your Taos plans. I shouldn't matter Jim. I just picked Lake Tahoe in the beginning STRICKLY because of the geographic location that would allow the "most" potential riders.

If given a choice to ride 900 miles of desert in June to go to Taos, which I've skied there, and overpriced as hell. or ride 550 miles and 150 miles of that is through moderate desert to an altitude of 6000 feet of the Sierra Nevada mountains with 1000's of lakes and roads to ride? Cattle pastures, snow topped mountain peaks.

It's a no-brainer for me. Yes Scott, I have little brains to waste!

You're telling me...look at how you spelled S-T-R-I-C-T-L-Y! :lmao:

[waterman]

:shrug:it looks like a tie for southwest members so i'm guessing joel will settle on tahoe.


This might be a joint rally.

[schoeney]

This might be a joint rally.

Oh yeah? Who is bringing the joints?

From: A concerned citizen from the legalized marijuana State of Washington

[ponch]

Oh yeah? Who is bringing the joints?

From: A concerned citizen from the legalized marijuana State of Washington

Don't know, don't care, don't smoke.

[markclark57]

Considering election 2012 results . . . Let's have it in Colorado. :lmao:

[landman]

Considering election 2012 results . . . Let's have it in Colorado. :lmao:

we will,starting at estes in 2013.

[ponch]

we will,starting at estes in 2013.

The outcome of this election might change the possibilities of a lot of things...

[ponch]

Considering election 2012 results . . . Let's have it in Colorado. :lmao:

Considering the results, Arizona or Utah would be more appropriate.

[usranger74]

Any verdict on this yet?

[ponch]

Guilty

[landman]

:lol:joel is still trying to find a free choice hotels room for himself before making the decision.he has to use up his free stay points sometime.

[Netnorske]

:lol:joel is still trying to find a free choice hotels room for himself before making the decision.he has to use up his free stay points sometime.

Joel is quiver-lipping at the thought of having it someplace I won't ride to. He knows it won't be a party without me....:lmao::lmao::P:P!

[blowndodge]

He's embarrassed to admit that Tahoe would be perfect and he didn't think of it! :crazy::hmm::tehe:

[markclark57]

Joel is quiver-lipping at the thought of having it someplace I won't ride to. He knows it won't be a party without me....:lmao::lmao::P:P!

Or . . .

Here is my latest revision of your awesome "Apple Pie" recipe.

The PDF has 2 copies of the recipe on the same page to save paper when sharing the formula with friends. :cheers:

[ponch]

He's embarrassed to admit that Tahoe would be perfect and he didn't think of it! :crazy::hmm::tehe:

May be we can talk him into Long Beach and we'll camp out at your place. :D

[Netnorske]

Or . . .

Here is my latest revision of your awesome "Apple Pie" recipe.

The PDF has 2 copies of the recipe on the same page to save paper when sharing the formula with friends. :cheers:

Ohhhh....that sounds dangerous....but tasty...:cheers:!

[markclark57]

Ohhhh....that sounds dangerous....but tasty...:cheers:!

This one is strong enough that you can tell there's something in it, but it's so sweet and Apple-y it fools most of the first timers. They down a pint by themselves and wake up the next day wondering what happened. :lol:

[blowndodge]

May be we can talk him into Long Beach and we'll camp out at your place. :D

Joel would never get in my gated community Jim!! :tehe:

[ponch]

Joel would never get in my gated community Jim!! :tehe:

I would hope you'd let in the rest of us.

[blowndodge]

Or . . .

Here is my latest revision of your awesome "Apple Pie" recipe.

The PDF has 2 copies of the recipe on the same page to save paper when sharing the formula with friends. :cheers:

I can't get that strong of everclear in cali.

[markclark57]

I can't get that strong of everclear in cali.

Can you get Corn, Copper, and Propane? JK :lol: :cheers:

[ponch]

Can you get Corn, Copper, and Propane? JK :lol: :cheers:

Or just distill the crappy everclear he can get.

[waterman]

He's embarrassed to admit that Tahoe would be perfect and he didn't think of it! :crazy::hmm::tehe:

Don't push it Bradley...:lmao:

[waterman]

Any verdict on this yet?

1 1/2 years out and you guys are getting pushy aren't you.:wave:

[waterman]

Joel would never get in my gated community Jim!! :tehe:


I don't know if I would want to go there Brad. I was told it is a gay/lesbian community. :P

[waterman]

Ok, the vote is a dead ass tie. I haven't voted yet but I guess as your fearless leader I get to break the tie. I'll let you know by the end of the week after I have consulted with a couple of individuals.

You may go back to your pathetic life Brad:lmao: as your Fearless Leader has spoken.:bs::cheers:

[waterman]

:lol:joel is still trying to find a free choice hotels room for himself before making the decision.he has to use up his free stay points sometime.


Back off boy.:tehe::tehe::lmao::lmao: Next time you follow me I'll point you in the direction of BD's house.

[ponch]

I don't know if I would want to go there Brad. I was told it is a gay/lesbian community. :P

You are thinking of West Hollywood. Brad lives in Long Beach.

[Jared]

DRUM ROLL PLEASE............................................ .................................................

The 2014 Southwest Regional Rally will be held in LOGAN, UTAH!

We have discussed the possibility of having a combined rally with the NW region, but it is still to be finalized. Rides, hotels, dates, etc. are still to be decided.

[usranger74]

DRUM ROLL PLEASE............................................ .................................................

The 2014 Southwest Regional Rally will be held in LOGAN, UTAH!

We have discussed the possibility of having a combined rally with the NW region, but it is still to be finalized. Rides, hotels, dates, etc. are still to be decided.


Outstanding!!!:cheers: Go USU!!

[Netnorske]

Excellent choice...:tup:!

[markclark57]

OK, Now I'll vote . . . for Logan, Utah. :D

[waterman]

OK, Now I'll vote . . . for Logan, Utah. :D

Oh, now you break the stupid tie.:P

[blowndodge]

I vote for Lake Tahoe...:bird:

[cactusjack]

I vote for Lake Tahoe...:bird:

Late again to the party, I see. Did you get the memo?

[Jared]

I vote for Lake Tahoe...:bird:

Looks like we have our first suggestion for 2016. :tup:

[manban9888]

Another long ride on my Nomad I'm gonna savor. Looking forward to it

[markclark57]

Oh, now you break the stupid tie.:P

If it was in Caribou, Maine I'd still get there. My point in not voting was that I don't care where you hold it. It will take more than distance to change my mind. :cheers:

[markclark57]

I vote for Lake Tahoe...:bird:

Looks like we have our first suggestion for 2016. :tup:

I'll second that. . . Or any place else. :tehe:

[ponch]

I'll second that. . . Or any place else. :tehe:

Alaska?

[markclark57]

Alaska?

:hmm: I know a couple IB fans have made that trip . . . OK :yep:

[ponch]

:hmm: I know a couple IB fans have made that trip . . . OK :yep:

It's closer than you think. Look up Hyder Alaska.

[cactusjack]

Logan is a nice place for a rally. It's located in the picturesque Cache Valley in the NE corner of Utah, about 75 miles N of Salt Lake City. Temperatures should be really nice there. I'll be interested to see what rides our organizers come up with. It's close enough to Jackson Hole and the Tetons that it would make for a nice day ride.

[Jared]

Jackson Hole and back would be 400 miles. You think our group would do something like that?

[Dave]

I guess whenever you guys decide to hold a western rally in the middle of the western states, I'll be able to make it. Topaz Lake, Tahoo area would have been great.

[cactusjack]

Jackson Hole and back would be 400 miles. You think our group would do something like that?

I didn't think it was that far. Well, Google Maps says 186 miles one way. I guess you're right.

[markclark57]

Jackson Hole and back would be 400 miles. You think our group would do something like that?

I didn't think it was that far. Well, Google Maps says 186 miles one way. I guess you're right.

:hmm: We could start that day's ride a little earlier with an optional mid-point turn around for those who want an easier day of it. :cry:

[cactusjack]

Even so, I wouldn't be opposed to riding to Jackson. I haven't been there in many years.

[blowndodge]

I didn't think it was that far. Well, Google Maps says 186 miles one way. I guess you're right.

How is 372 the same as 400 math wiz boy?!!:crazy::tehe:

[cactusjack]

How is 372 the same as 400 math wiz boy?!!:crazy::tehe:

Well Excuuuuse me, Mr. Precision. It was a general statement. We aren't planning bomb drops here.
Jared said 400, I said 186 one-way based on Google Maps.

[landman]

It's closer than you think. Look up Hyder Alaska.

been there,done that !:tup: see you all in logan then we can worry about what's
next.

[ponch]

Even so, I wouldn't be opposed to riding to Jackson. I haven't been there in many years.

I went through there on the way to Crescent City. It's nice. Spendy looking.

[ponch]

Jackson Hole and back would be 400 miles. You think our group would do something like that?

May be we can ride to Bud's house for a BBQ?

[Jared]

May be we can ride to Bud's house for a BBQ?

:tup::tup:

[Netnorske]

May be we can ride to Bud's house for a BBQ?

I even know the way from Logan to Buds house....I came through Logan and stopped in at his place on my way home from Kanab...:D. Bud knows how to BBQ...I can attest to that....:tup:!

[waterman]

I even know the way from Logan to Buds house....I came through Logan and stopped in at his place on my way home from Kanab...:D. Bud knows how to BBQ...I can attest to that....:tup:!


At that distance, Bud has no excuses for not being there at this one.:cheers:

[blowndodge]

Aside the fact that You will be there Joel??? :lol:

[waterman]

Aside the fact that You will be there Joel??? :lol:

Hey Gilligan, go BBQ some ribs.

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