Is he a myth?

**trip** · 11-17-2008, 10:47 AM

While at the Int'l Motorcycle Show this past weekend, I got to meet Nightrider and his wife. After shaking his hand and introducing myself, Bob said, "Ahh, you're Trip...you are for real".

I laughed and told him that yes, I was for real. So, Bob's comment got me to thinking.......over the last year KawaNOW has seen a number of new members that probably haven't taken the time to get to know me and the history of KawaNOW. It also got me to thinking that maybe....just maybe there are others in KawaNOW that think I'm just a virtual administrator.

So, I write this just to reaffirm each of you that I am real and work behind the scenes on a daily basis to make sure KawaNOW is here for you when you need it. I'm not one of these admins that likes to butt his nose in every conversation. As big as KawaNOW is getting, it's hard to keep abreast of every conversation on every thread...but I try. I like to listen more than I talk, which is probably why many of you don't know me that well.

I'd like to encourage all new members to get to know me better and learn about my mission for KawaNOW by reading the About KawaNOW web page at http://www.kawanow.org/about.htm and feel free to take a look at my personal website at http://www.hilliard.ws . Also, if you haven't looked at it, you can learn all there is to know about the KawaNOW Forum at http://www.kawanow.org/forumfaq/forumfaq.htm .

Also, feel free to learn about and get to know Jeff (Socwkbiker) Platz and the KawaNOW Moderators at http://www.kawanow.org/staff.htm .

In conclusion, I'd like to say thanks to Nightrider for spurring my thought process and giving me a heads up. Although I wasn't able to attend any of the Regional Rally's last year, I will be at the National Rally this year in Custer....come hell or high water. I would love to see as many KawaNOW members there as possible and I look forward to meeting all of you and shaking your hands.

My virtual door is always open to all of you. Feel free to send me your thoughts and constructive comments. I thank you for being a member of and supporting KawaNOW.

"KawaNOW and FOREVER"

Trip

ridemslow · 11-17-2008, 10:52 AM

Good post. :)

nomad561 · 11-17-2008, 10:57 AM

Thanks Trip.

cactusjack · 11-17-2008, 10:57 AM

Aw, I still don't think you really exist.

Bdog · 11-17-2008, 10:59 AM

Trip..your're going to have to prove that your "real" to us Canadians by showing up in person with your ride in Canada. See you in the spring when the roads are rideable. Until then..hmm..maybe your real and maybe not..hmmm..lol. My place is yours if you show up and heck...if you do..I'll treat you to whatever you want made for the nomad in the shop..deal?? Geez..I don't think you can turn down that offer...Bdog..oh yeah...thanks for all you've done on this site.

skeeter · 11-17-2008, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

Aw, I still don't think you really exist.

I wouldn't either but, the deer around here say he's real and have even put their stamp of approval on him.

dogdoc · 11-17-2008, 12:39 PM

**taranis** · 11-17-2008, 01:50 PM

I even looked for Trip at the Kawi area of the show Sat. No luck. Well, at least no-one that looked like the pictures. Hey, you didn't cheat in Photoshop, didja?

Hey, if you saw a tall guy with a black Skagit Powersports long-sleeve tee on, that was me.

You didn't say Hi neither. Ann and I were hurt, disappointed and crushed. Hell, we felt so bad, we had to go for a long ride Sunday to get over the blues.

**coacha** · 11-17-2008, 01:57 PM

Trip is real...just like Santa, the Easter bunny, the tooth fairy and a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow...that is what the unicorn told me.

Yellow Jacket · 11-17-2008, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bdog

Trip..your're going to have to prove that your "real" to us Canadians by showing up in person with your ride in Canada. See you in the spring when the roads are rideable. Until then..hmm..maybe your real and maybe not..hmmm..lol. My place is yours if you show up and heck...if you do..I'll treat you to whatever you want made for the nomad in the shop..deal?? Geez..I don't think you can turn down that offer...Bdog..oh yeah...thanks for all you've done on this site.

I can just see about 50 guys showing up at Bdog's place saying, "Hi. I'm Trip and I'm here to take you up on your offer to build something for my Nomad."

When you look at the stuff Bdog makes in his shop, you will understand why!

**jmorrow** · 11-17-2008, 04:29 PM

Trip???? Who's Trip???? ???

Bdog · 11-17-2008, 06:17 PM

Thanks Bob..good point..Trip..you must bring I.D. ...lol...Bdog

nomad · 11-17-2008, 06:33 PM

wow, for a computer generated persona, that sounded nice.......lol! :)

blowndodge · 11-17-2008, 08:05 PM

Is he real?

Does BD ever know it!!!

**trip** · 11-17-2008, 08:46 PM

I knew I should have made this thread "unrespondable".....LOL

11-17-2008, 10:47 AM	#1
trip VBA Founder Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lindale, Texas Posts: 6,846	Is he a myth? While at the Int'l Motorcycle Show this past weekend, I got to meet Nightrider and his wife. After shaking his hand and introducing myself, Bob said, "Ahh, you're Trip...you are for real". I laughed and told him that yes, I was for real. So, Bob's comment got me to thinking.......over the last year KawaNOW has seen a number of new members that probably haven't taken the time to get to know me and the history of KawaNOW. It also got me to thinking that maybe....just maybe there are others in KawaNOW that think I'm just a virtual administrator. So, I write this just to reaffirm each of you that I am real and work behind the scenes on a daily basis to make sure KawaNOW is here for you when you need it. I'm not one of these admins that likes to butt his nose in every conversation. As big as KawaNOW is getting, it's hard to keep abreast of every conversation on every thread...but I try. I like to listen more than I talk, which is probably why many of you don't know me that well. I'd like to encourage all new members to get to know me better and learn about my mission for KawaNOW by reading the About KawaNOW web page at http://www.kawanow.org/about.htm and feel free to take a look at my personal website at http://www.hilliard.ws . Also, if you haven't looked at it, you can learn all there is to know about the KawaNOW Forum at http://www.kawanow.org/forumfaq/forumfaq.htm . Also, feel free to learn about and get to know Jeff (Socwkbiker) Platz and the KawaNOW Moderators at http://www.kawanow.org/staff.htm . In conclusion, I'd like to say thanks to Nightrider for spurring my thought process and giving me a heads up. Although I wasn't able to attend any of the Regional Rally's last year, I will be at the National Rally this year in Custer....come hell or high water. I would love to see as many KawaNOW members there as possible and I look forward to meeting all of you and shaking your hands. My virtual door is always open to all of you. Feel free to send me your thoughts and constructive comments. I thank you for being a member of and supporting KawaNOW. "KawaNOW and FOREVER" Trip __________________ Robert "Trip" Hilliard VBA/KawaNOW - Founder/Past President VBA # 00001 Trip's Website Custer 09, 18 / Maggie Valley 11 / Eureka Springs 09, 17 / Antlers 09, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18 Texas Hill Country / Deals Gap / Colorado / Wyoming / Montana / Utah / More trips for Trip Login or Register to Remove Ads
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11-17-2008, 10:52 AM	#2
ridemslow Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chesapeake, Ohio Posts: 1,537	Is he a myth? Good post. :) __________________
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11-17-2008, 10:57 AM	#3
nomad561 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Pasco , Wa Posts: 1,445	Is he a myth? Thanks Trip.
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11-17-2008, 10:57 AM	#4
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Is he a myth? Aw, I still don't think you really exist. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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11-17-2008, 10:59 AM	#5
Bdog Sr. Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Ft. Mcmurray Ab. Posts: 1,447	Is he a myth? Trip..your're going to have to prove that your "real" to us Canadians by showing up in person with your ride in Canada. See you in the spring when the roads are rideable. Until then..hmm..maybe your real and maybe not..hmmm..lol. My place is yours if you show up and heck...if you do..I'll treat you to whatever you want made for the nomad in the shop..deal?? Geez..I don't think you can turn down that offer...Bdog..oh yeah...thanks for all you've done on this site. __________________ Login or Register to Remove Ads
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dogdoc Top Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,263	Is he a myth?
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11-17-2008, 01:50 PM	#8
taranis Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Grand Prairie, TX Posts: 802	Is he a myth? I even looked for Trip at the Kawi area of the show Sat. No luck. Well, at least no-one that looked like the pictures. Hey, you didn't cheat in Photoshop, didja? Hey, if you saw a tall guy with a black Skagit Powersports long-sleeve tee on, that was me. You didn't say Hi neither. Ann and I were hurt, disappointed and crushed. Hell, we felt so bad, we had to go for a long ride Sunday to get over the blues. __________________ _______________________ "Taranis" and the Lovely Ann KawaNOW Oldschool #885 His: 2006 Nomad Hers: 2008 VN900 Classic LT
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11-17-2008, 01:57 PM	#9
coacha Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Haysville, KS Posts: 6,259	Is he a myth? Trip is real...just like Santa, the Easter bunny, the tooth fairy and a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow...that is what the unicorn told me. __________________ Ron "Coach" Allan, Haysville, KS 1999 Nomad Wine and Red "KawaTanker" 2009 BMW R1200RT 2003 BMW K1200LT "Magic Carpet" DOA 11/7/2015 VBA #00291 IBA # 41995 DS #320 '08 Elkins, WV; '09 Helen, GA; '09 Custer, SD; '10 Stanton, VA; '11 Maggie Valley; '12 Townsend, TN; '13 Estes Park; '13 Blairsville, GA; '15 Eureka Springs; '16 Helen; '18 Custer, SD
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11-17-2008, 04:29 PM	#11
jmorrow Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Beech Grove, Arkansas Posts: 1,884	Is he a myth? Trip???? Who's Trip???? ??? __________________ Jim (Dooley) Morrow Stanford, Arkansas 2004 Kawasaki Nomad 1500 VBA #146
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11-17-2008, 06:17 PM	#12
Bdog Sr. Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Ft. Mcmurray Ab. Posts: 1,447	Is he a myth? Thanks Bob..good point..Trip..you must bring I.D. ...lol...Bdog __________________
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11-17-2008, 06:33 PM	#13
nomad Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: central mississippi Posts: 443	Is he a myth? wow, for a computer generated persona, that sounded nice.......lol! :)
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11-17-2008, 08:05 PM	#14
blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	Is he a myth? Is he real? Does BD ever know it!!! __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
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11-17-2008, 08:46 PM	#15
trip VBA Founder Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lindale, Texas Posts: 6,846	Is he a myth? I knew I should have made this thread "unrespondable".....LOL __________________ Robert "Trip" Hilliard VBA/KawaNOW - Founder/Past President VBA # 00001 Trip's Website Custer 09, 18 / Maggie Valley 11 / Eureka Springs 09, 17 / Antlers 09, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18 Texas Hill Country / Deals Gap / Colorado / Wyoming / Montana / Utah / More trips for Trip
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