My Decade of Nomads - Page 4

bobhamlin · 01-27-2011, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by xgringo

Although I never met Dan, he came accross as a real likeable guy in his posts.

Not to everyone, unfortunately. And particularly if he sensed an authority figure.

**taranis** · 01-27-2011, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Idaho (High Plains Drifter)

(jaws theme here) He's baaack.

NOT.

Who dragged this out of the pile??

That would be "Slots". ::)

gman47 · 01-27-2011, 05:45 PM

Dan, great memories for you and great reminders of similar experiences I've (we've) had. I started riding again going on 13 years ago, that's when I bought my '98 Classic. I bought my '05 Nad almost 2 years ago. Other than getting used to a different (and heavier) bike I couldn't be more satisfied. I look forward to many more years and miles on my "new" ride!

In '98 six of us made the trip to a rally the Bridgeport, Ca.. That was the beginning of a yearly "Guys Ride". Most of the riders I travel with are on HD's but also included are Hondas, Beemeres and my trusty steed. We have been in hail, fog, snow, rain, thunderstorms and one time rode through 2 swarms of grasshoppers while in Nevada. Some of us have stretched the limits of our tank's capacity.

I've do all the trip planning, averaging about 2K per trip. It's difficult to get many more miles in as some riders can only spare a week's vacation or have other commitments. We average 14 riders per trip. And yes, we are looking forward to this year's ride, no destination yet. A bit of math will show, collectively over 330,000 miles in those years. Last year as I was thinking about these trips and the mileage, I could come up with only a hand full of what could be considered "breakdowns"..... flat tire, out 'o gas, dead battery, ignition switch corrosion and a carb problem!!! Not bad considering 90% of the riders are on HD's. That actually says a great deal as to how far HD has come. Note: with this many riders, it ain't the stoppin', it's the startin'!! Kinda like herding cats!!!!

I had to chime in here since you reminded me of the things we've seen, the people we've met and the great memories created while out on the road. It's not so much the miles ridden but the memories and camaraderie that comes from such adventures. Here's to many more years and miles, thanks again!!!

cactusjack · 01-27-2011, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by gman47

Dan, great memories for you and great reminders of similar experiences I've (we've) had. I started riding again going on 13 years ago, that's when I bought my '98 Classic. I bought my '05 Nad almost 2 years ago. Other than getting used to a different (and heavier) bike I couldn't be more satisfied. I look forward to many more years and miles on my "new" ride!

In '98 six of us made the trip to a rally the Bridgeport, Ca.. That was the beginning of a yearly "Guys Ride". Most of the riders I travel with are on HD's but also included are Hondas, Beemeres and my trusty steed. We have been in hail, fog, snow, rain, thunderstorms and one time rode through 2 swarms of grasshoppers while in Nevada. Some of us have stretched the limits of our tank's capacity.

I've do all the trip planning, averaging about 2K per trip. It's difficult to get many more miles in as some riders can only spare a week's vacation or have other commitments. We average 14 riders per trip. And yes, we are looking forward to this year's ride, no destination yet. A bit of math will show, collectively over 330,000 miles in those years. Last year as I was thinking about these trips and the mileage, I could come up with only a hand full of what could be considered "breakdowns"..... flat tire, out 'o gas, dead battery, ignition switch corrosion and a carb problem!!! Not bad considering 90% of the riders are on HD's. That actually says a great deal as to how far HD has come. Note: with this many riders, it ain't the stoppin', it's the startin'!! Kinda like herding cats!!!!

I had to chime in here since you reminded me of the things we've seen, the people we've met and the great memories created while out on the road. It's not so much the miles ridden but the memories and camaraderie that comes from such adventures. Here's to many more years and miles, thanks again!!!

Dan Lund left Kawanow a year or so ago and won't be back.

AlabamaNomadRider · 01-27-2011, 09:43 PM

Guess some people don't realize he isn't on the forum now. Although when you pull up his profile he is still listed as active. Or at least he was the last time I checked.

blowndodge · 01-28-2011, 12:27 AM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

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Originally Posted by gman47

Dan, great memories for you and great reminders of similar experiences I've (we've) had. I started riding again going on 13 years ago, that's when I bought my '98 Classic. I bought my '05 Nad almost 2 years ago. Other than getting used to a different (and heavier) bike I couldn't be more satisfied. I look forward to many more years and miles on my "new" ride!

In '98 six of us made the trip to a rally the Bridgeport, Ca.. That was the beginning of a yearly "Guys Ride". Most of the riders I travel with are on HD's but also included are Hondas, Beemeres and my trusty steed. We have been in hail, fog, snow, rain, thunderstorms and one time rode through 2 swarms of grasshoppers while in Nevada. Some of us have stretched the limits of our tank's capacity.

I've do all the trip planning, averaging about 2K per trip. It's difficult to get many more miles in as some riders can only spare a week's vacation or have other commitments. We average 14 riders per trip. And yes, we are looking forward to this year's ride, no destination yet. A bit of math will show, collectively over 330,000 miles in those years. Last year as I was thinking about these trips and the mileage, I could come up with only a hand full of what could be considered "breakdowns"..... flat tire, out 'o gas, dead battery, ignition switch corrosion and a carb problem!!! Not bad considering 90% of the riders are on HD's. That actually says a great deal as to how far HD has come. Note: with this many riders, it ain't the stoppin', it's the startin'!! Kinda like herding cats!!!!

I had to chime in here since you reminded me of the things we've seen, the people we've met and the great memories created while out on the road. It's not so much the miles ridden but the memories and camaraderie that comes from such adventures. Here's to many more years and miles, thanks again!!!

Dan Lund left Kawanow a year or so ago and won't be back.

Friggin Hitlers!! ;)

**Top Cat** · 01-28-2011, 08:19 AM

bobhamlin · 01-28-2011, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Top Cat (TC)

TC speechless? The apocalypse MUST be imminent!

**Jared** · 01-28-2011, 01:33 PM

I'm glad this was brought back up. I must have missed it on it's first time around and it was definitley an enjoyable read.

skeeter · 01-30-2011, 02:36 AM

Put another token in and pull the arm. Slots was diggin in the archives at 3 some in the morning. Didn't hurt my feelins to bring up some memories. When I make it to the porch and the proverbial rockin chair, I wonder if I'll remember what you wrote.... probably not but hopefully I'll rock away feeling like I shared in a good experience with some great people.

**canuckrider** · 01-31-2011, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

Dan Lund left Kawanow a year or so ago and won't be back.

Sounds like that's a whole story all by itself! LOL! Wish I had been around for the excitement.

Every board has it's own character (and characters) , doesn't it?

**Top Cat** · 01-31-2011, 12:04 PM

Yeah it was exciting alright

Lets not go there. ::)

**glwilson** · 01-31-2011, 06:45 PM

::)

01-27-2011, 05:45 PM	#48
gman47 Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Elk Grove, Ca. Posts: 187	My Decade of Nomads Dan, great memories for you and great reminders of similar experiences I've (we've) had. I started riding again going on 13 years ago, that's when I bought my '98 Classic. I bought my '05 Nad almost 2 years ago. Other than getting used to a different (and heavier) bike I couldn't be more satisfied. I look forward to many more years and miles on my "new" ride! In '98 six of us made the trip to a rally the Bridgeport, Ca.. That was the beginning of a yearly "Guys Ride". Most of the riders I travel with are on HD's but also included are Hondas, Beemeres and my trusty steed. We have been in hail, fog, snow, rain, thunderstorms and one time rode through 2 swarms of grasshoppers while in Nevada. Some of us have stretched the limits of our tank's capacity. I've do all the trip planning, averaging about 2K per trip. It's difficult to get many more miles in as some riders can only spare a week's vacation or have other commitments. We average 14 riders per trip. And yes, we are looking forward to this year's ride, no destination yet. A bit of math will show, collectively over 330,000 miles in those years. Last year as I was thinking about these trips and the mileage, I could come up with only a hand full of what could be considered "breakdowns"..... flat tire, out 'o gas, dead battery, ignition switch corrosion and a carb problem!!! Not bad considering 90% of the riders are on HD's. That actually says a great deal as to how far HD has come. Note: with this many riders, it ain't the stoppin', it's the startin'!! Kinda like herding cats!!!! I had to chime in here since you reminded me of the things we've seen, the people we've met and the great memories created while out on the road. It's not so much the miles ridden but the memories and camaraderie that comes from such adventures. Here's to many more years and miles, thanks again!!! __________________ When you come to the fork in the road ..... take it!
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01-27-2011, 09:43 PM	#50
AlabamaNomadRider Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Boaz, Alabama Posts: 13,742	My Decade of Nomads Guess some people don't realize he isn't on the forum now. Although when you pull up his profile he is still listed as active. Or at least he was the last time I checked. __________________ Gene Cross, Jr. Boaz, Alabama KawaNOW/VBA #1181 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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01-28-2011, 08:19 AM	#52
Top Cat Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peoples Republic of New York State Posts: 15,154	My Decade of Nomads __________________ Tim "TC" Conley VBA #9 2011 Victory Kingpin mine 2013 Victory Boardwalk -hers [LEFT][COLOR=#000000] [SIZE=4]
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01-28-2011, 01:33 PM	#54
Jared Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Greeley, Colorado Posts: 6,772	My Decade of Nomads I'm glad this was brought back up. I must have missed it on it's first time around and it was definitley an enjoyable read. __________________ Jared VBA #1051 (Former President)
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01-30-2011, 02:36 AM	#55
skeeter Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kerrville Tx Posts: 1,713	My Decade of Nomads Put another token in and pull the arm. Slots was diggin in the archives at 3 some in the morning. Didn't hurt my feelins to bring up some memories. When I make it to the porch and the proverbial rockin chair, I wonder if I'll remember what you wrote.... probably not but hopefully I'll rock away feeling like I shared in a good experience with some great people. __________________ Robert(skeeter)Dozier 07 Red&Titanium Nomad 81 Suzuki 850GL KawaNow pre#
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01-31-2011, 12:04 PM	#57
Top Cat Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peoples Republic of New York State Posts: 15,154	My Decade of Nomads Yeah it was exciting alright Lets not go there. ::) __________________ Tim "TC" Conley VBA #9 2011 Victory Kingpin mine 2013 Victory Boardwalk -hers [LEFT][COLOR=#000000] [SIZE=4]
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01-31-2011, 06:45 PM	#58
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	My Decade of Nomads ::) __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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