a Saturday ride

racinchef · 01-04-2009, 12:00 AM

though not really a great weather day for riding, it did hit 52F and that was good enough for me. I rode out of Virginia Beach in my regular leather jacket, but changed into my heavier lined jacket and chaps in Chesapeake rode on down into NC. I stopped as I always do at a gas station/store called the Border Crossing in Moyock, NC. A fresh coffee and I headed down to Elizabeth City via 168, 34 and then 17 back northward. I got heading homeward by about 3:45, and the sun was on its way down out of the sky and temperatures were slowly dropping. Heading back up 17 and back into VA I got caught up in traffic and it took me another hour to finally get back home, but before I did the sun was all but gone and temps had gone down to about 42F. The last 20 miles was by interstate so it got pretty chilly by VA standards. My fingers were numb and I needed to get warmed up when I got home. I really enjoyed the ride though; it never gets old no matter how many times I ride that route. I put on 160 miles today. A hot coffee and another cigar and I'm ready to ride. Where did you ride today?
Who is up for a ride this coming Saturday Jan 10th? The weather is forecast for 50F, but it may be warmer.

Todd · 01-04-2009, 01:46 AM

Hey racinchef, the way my map looks, South Hill VA is about 125 miles for each of us.........we need to find a nice Sat. or Sun. and meet up there and have lunch.......maybe a few others can join.

racinchef · 01-04-2009, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by todd (Nomadis Custodis)

Hey racinchef, the way my map looks, South Hill VA is about 125 miles for each of us.........we need to find a nice Sat. or Sun. and meet up there and have lunch.......maybe a few others can join.

Now that sounds like a pretty nice plan. Who's game for that?

cheriann · 01-04-2009, 11:02 AM

Hi Racinchef!

That sounds like such a GREAT day!!! I am so jealous!
The weather was pretty nice here too, but I spent the day doing housework :'( Silly me!!!

ells · 01-04-2009, 11:08 AM

Friday, I cruised around the eastern plains in 55+ degree weather and stayed comfortable in jeans and lined leather jacket (and a new full-face helmet). However, yesterday was in the upper 20's and threatening snow so stay at home in the wood shop.

Oops, this was about Saturday's ride - didn't.

dabull · 01-04-2009, 11:18 AM

I cruised about 100 mile round trip yesterday. Was a nice ride over to Defuniak springs to meet up with friends for lunch. Was a nice short trip;)

racinchef · 01-06-2009, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by CheriAnn

Hi Racinchef!

That sounds like such a GREAT day!!! I am so jealous!
The weather was pretty nice here too, but I spent the day doing housework :'( Silly me!!!

Yes, that was quite irresponsible of you to be doing something as unimportant as that when the possibility for a good motorcycle ride existed. However, you are forgiven, but don't let it happen again!

racinchef · 01-06-2009, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Ells

Friday, I cruised around the eastern plains in 55+ degree weather and stayed comfortable in jeans and lined leather jacket (and a new full-face helmet). However, yesterday was in the upper 20's and threatening snow so stay at home in the wood shop.

Oops, this was about Saturday's ride - didn't.

Friday still counts; it is just the weekend started one day early. Glad you were able to get a good day of riding in before the temps dropped.

racinchef · 01-06-2009, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by DaBull

I cruised about 100 mile round trip yesterday. Was a nice ride over to Defuniak springs to meet up with friends for lunch. Was a nice short trip;)

Sounds like you still had a good time nevertheless. Always nice to get out no matter how short or long the ride is especially during the winter.

kawgirl · 01-07-2009, 05:53 AM

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Originally Posted by racinchef

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Originally Posted by todd (Nomadis Custodis)

Hey racinchef, the way my map looks, South Hill VA is about 125 miles for each of us.........we need to find a nice Sat. or Sun. and meet up there and have lunch.......maybe a few others can join.

Now that sounds like a pretty nice plan. Who's game for that?

I'm game for it on a Saturday.

racinchef · 01-07-2009, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by kawgirl (nckawgirl)

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Originally Posted by racinchef

Now that sounds like a pretty nice plan. Who's game for that?

I'm game for it on a Saturday.

Holy Crap! I just googled your locale and you're within striking distance. So far just me. I may have another bike going with me making us four. I'll call another buddy and see if he wants to come too. Heck, I go right by you on route 17 when I make deliveries to Wilmington and Morehead City.

Todd · 01-07-2009, 11:31 PM

Now, are ya'll talking THIS Saturday ??? ??? ??? ???

Showers and 34 low 56 high......the temps are fine...but not if I get wet!!!

paul · 01-07-2009, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by todd (Nomadis Custodis)

Now, are ya'll talking THIS Saturday ??? ??? ??? ???

Showers and 34 low 56 high......the temps are fine...but not if I get wet!!!

Hey, you ain't gonna melt.

Todd · 01-07-2009, 11:45 PM

I might float downstream though ;)

Don't mind just the wet or just the cool....but can't take em both together!!

unwind2 · 01-08-2009, 04:31 AM

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Originally Posted by todd (Nomadis Custodis)

Cute.

01-04-2009, 12:00 AM	#1
racinchef Advanced Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 701	a Saturday ride though not really a great weather day for riding, it did hit 52F and that was good enough for me. I rode out of Virginia Beach in my regular leather jacket, but changed into my heavier lined jacket and chaps in Chesapeake rode on down into NC. I stopped as I always do at a gas station/store called the Border Crossing in Moyock, NC. A fresh coffee and I headed down to Elizabeth City via 168, 34 and then 17 back northward. I got heading homeward by about 3:45, and the sun was on its way down out of the sky and temperatures were slowly dropping. Heading back up 17 and back into VA I got caught up in traffic and it took me another hour to finally get back home, but before I did the sun was all but gone and temps had gone down to about 42F. The last 20 miles was by interstate so it got pretty chilly by VA standards. My fingers were numb and I needed to get warmed up when I got home. I really enjoyed the ride though; it never gets old no matter how many times I ride that route. I put on 160 miles today. A hot coffee and another cigar and I'm ready to ride. Where did you ride today? Who is up for a ride this coming Saturday Jan 10th? The weather is forecast for 50F, but it may be warmer. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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01-04-2009, 01:46 AM	#2
Todd Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Greensboro, NC Posts: 5,915	a Saturday ride Hey racinchef, the way my map looks, South Hill VA is about 125 miles for each of us.........we need to find a nice Sat. or Sun. and meet up there and have lunch.......maybe a few others can join. __________________ Todd Frazier VBA #0003 VBA National Leader-USA Operations/Garage Moderator - RETIRED 2006 Black Nomad since she was born Greensboro, NC
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01-04-2009, 11:02 AM	#4
cheriann Sr. Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 1,250	a Saturday ride Hi Racinchef! That sounds like such a GREAT day!!! I am so jealous! The weather was pretty nice here too, but I spent the day doing housework :'( Silly me!!! __________________ Cheri Ann 2012 Vulcan Vaquero VBA #2069
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01-04-2009, 11:08 AM	#5
ells Sr. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Boulder County, Colorado Posts: 2,014	a Saturday ride Friday, I cruised around the eastern plains in 55+ degree weather and stayed comfortable in jeans and lined leather jacket (and a new full-face helmet). However, yesterday was in the upper 20's and threatening snow so stay at home in the wood shop. Oops, this was about Saturday's ride - didn't. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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01-04-2009, 11:18 AM	#6
dabull Sr. Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Crestview, FL Posts: 2,409	a Saturday ride I cruised about 100 mile round trip yesterday. Was a nice ride over to Defuniak springs to meet up with friends for lunch. Was a nice short trip;)
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01-07-2009, 11:31 PM	#12
Todd Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Greensboro, NC Posts: 5,915	a Saturday ride Now, are ya'll talking THIS Saturday ??? ??? ??? ??? Showers and 34 low 56 high......the temps are fine...but not if I get wet!!! __________________ Todd Frazier VBA #0003 VBA National Leader-USA Operations/Garage Moderator - RETIRED 2006 Black Nomad since she was born Greensboro, NC
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01-07-2009, 11:45 PM	#14
Todd Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Greensboro, NC Posts: 5,915	a Saturday ride I might float downstream though ;) Don't mind just the wet or just the cool....but can't take em both together!! __________________ Todd Frazier VBA #0003 VBA National Leader-USA Operations/Garage Moderator - RETIRED 2006 Black Nomad since she was born Greensboro, NC
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