Pie Run II 2007 "Heavenly Pie in Hico"

[wczimmerman]

Where:The Koffee Kup in Hico, Texas on 281 and Hwy 6.
Here's the website:
Koffee Kup Family Restaurant (http://www.koffeekupfamilyrestaurant.com/)
This is a favorite of many folks here, so if you're new this is a great place to come and meet up with us!

When: 11:00 in Hico, TX
24 February


Map: Hico, TX (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=hico,+tx&ll=31.982853,-98.032594&spn=0.015146,0.027805&hl=en)

Who:
Definite:
wczimmerman +1
blazin' mama +1
Vrn_James
lastsix +2
Graubart
Gilk51
Simmons1
donroger1
terrebandit
PhotoBone
MusicMan754
jbh
dukey33
RosscoB +2
JLG
tx-vfr
snuffcityrider
Squeaky
rocketbunny
QuickSilver
sherob +1

Maybe:
Dragwn
vfer
Sinjen +1
nativ_txn
CaroleAnn
busarider1
dutchinterceptor
MCRyder
JuniorBiker500
stinky93071
wildebube
panda42
DHTracker
STill Fiddlin
phuffstatler +2
Eulogite
ceddec
red strom

[sherob]

You can put me down for a "maybe". Last visit, I didn't even try the pie :eek2:

[Squeaky]

I'm in for a maybe too!

[wczimmerman]

List updated.

[Dragwn]

Put me down for the "maybe" list..I deserve a kitchen pass darn it :mrgreen:

[Vrn_james]

Never been there but have herd so much about the place
I'm in definatly, chance to get the Bonneville out, unless the other half (a maybe) is off then it will be the ST...

[wczimmerman]

List updated.

[vfer]

Put me down as a maybe.
That's my Saturday to work but I'll try and switch with somebody.
I havn't got to hit 51 and a couple of other roads down there with RC51 yet.

[Sinjen]

Sinjen + Theresa are a maybe:rider:

[1TallTXn]

Count me as a maybe.
Lots of good routes between here and there. and when you get there, there's pie, lots of good food, pie, Dublin Dr Pepper on tap, pie, great sweet tea, did I mention pie? :eat:

[sherob]

... and they have a great salad :rofl:

[nativ_txn]

Put me as a maybe, if work and kids will allow it. :wave:

[1TallTXn]

... and they have a great salad :rofl:
don't forget the pie! :eat:

:lol2:

[CaroleAnn]

I'll be a maybe too. :pray: :sun: :rider: :eat:

[lastsix]

I'm planning on showing up...it'd be great to meet you folks.

[dutchinterceptor]

I'll be there for sure....if I can get my bike put together, and I don't have to work on the house, and if the weather isn't bad, and...

Better put me down as a maybe.

[rocketbunny]

maybe. If the weather cooperates.

[Squeaky]

maybe. If the weather cooperates.

Well, a few of us out-of-towners are thinking of making a weekend out of it and camping overnight to Sunday. Details are still up in the air...

[rgatling]

WC,
Put me down as a "maybe".

[wczimmerman]

List updated.

[Graubart]

I'm in! :eat:

[Gilk51]

Count me in. I will see if there is any chance that tortuga (Susan) will have her Atlantic back by then... :shrug:

[Simmons1]

I am in.

[donroger1]

Chris, I'm in too. :eat:

[wczimmerman]

Got y'all added.

[Gilk51]

Got y'all added.
Hurray! I wasn't left out this time! :-P

[terrebandit]

If the weather is decent, I'll be there. Found some new roads over that way today while in route to Kerrville. FM219 is pretty good between Clifton and the gap. Bet I could find others in the area too.

[Gilk51]

If the weather is decent, I'll be there. Found some new roads over that way today while in route to Kerrville. FM219 is pretty good between Clifton and the gap. Bet I could find others in the area too.
Uh huh. FM1238 north of Cranfills Gap and FM203 north of that.
Also SH219 between C-Gap and Carlton...

This is a good area! :thumb:

[dutchinterceptor]

If the weather is decent, I'll be there. Found some new roads over that way today while in route to Kerrville. FM219 is pretty good between Clifton and the gap. Bet I could find others in the area too.

Last couple of times on the way back from Hico I did 219-182-217-2602-6-219-708-56 and it puts you out right at Lake Whitney. Loads of fun....at speed anyway.:trust:

[busarider1]

Put me down as a maybe. I have a project going on and if it's complete I will be there; but not on the Strom!!!

[PhotoBone]

Been looking forward to this one for weeks! If it's above 40* and not raining I'm in!

[MusicMan754]

Been looking forward to this one for weeks! If it's above 40* and not raining I'm in!

+1. I'm planning on attending. If the weather holds out with no rain.

[jbh]

Uh huh. FM1238 north of Cranfills Gap and FM203 north of that.
Also SH219 between C-Gap and Carlton...

This is a good area! :thumb:


I agree with that, good roads all around.

I plan to be there.

[Squeaky]

If it's above 40* and not raining I'm in!

YOU SAID THE R WORD!!!! :giveup:

Now we're all jinxed.

No, wait... we were all jinxed when it was titled a Pie Run.

You're off the hook. Carry on... ;-)

[rgatling]

WC,
Take me off the list. I'm going to hang out with the TSBA guys this day.

Enjoy the pie!

[wczimmerman]

List updated.

[dukey33]

I'm in.

Been wanting to go there for a while.

[wczimmerman]

Edits made.

[DaveC]

WC,
Take me off the list. I'm going to hang out with the TSBA guys this day.

Enjoy the pie!

Conflict, what time is the TSBA movie? it is only about 3 hours from Hico quicker if you use I-35.
hmmmmmmmmmmm:ponder:

[pacman]

I'll be there.

[1TallTXn]

I'll be there.
there goes the party! :giveup: :lol2:

[pacman]

there comes the party! :giveup: :lol2:

Fixed it for ya, Nate.:trust:
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[1TallTXn]

Fixed it for ya, Nate.:trust:
http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i77/wstecker/ytrap_burnout.gif
and bad grammar to boot! :doh:

[RosscoB]

Count me in!

I'll be bringing a couple friends along with me.

[JLG]

Hey, just got back in town and online again. Count me in, it's on my calendar.

[pacman]

and bad grammar to boot! :doh:

hay thiere, im collage ejmucatid do'nt Bee threwin roks, at me.

yung wappersnippers.:argh:

[MCRyder]

I'll throw mine and my son's (JuniorBiker500) names into the maybe category. I might even have my Sprint back from the shop by then (7+ weeks and counting :argh: ), if I can make the journey. It's gonna need some roadwork to get in back in shape.

[dutchinterceptor]

I'll throw mine and my son's (JuniorBiker500) names into the maybe category. I might even have my Sprint back from the shop by then (7+ weeks and counting :argh: ), if I can make the journey. It's gonna need some roadwork to get in back in shape.


7 weeks, huh? See there Jay and Tom, it's not just Honda!:lol2:

Has JB500 done many 400 mile days yet?

[1TallTXn]

hay thiere, im collage ejmucatid do'nt Bee threwin roks, at me.

yung wappersnippers.:argh:
:nana:

[stinky93071]

I might be in.. have to see whats going on that weekend

[1TallTXn]

I can be moved to the Definite list.

[MCRyder]

7 weeks, huh? See there Jay and Tom, it's not just Honda!:lol2:

Has JB500 done many 400 mile days yet?

I now regret my decision to not handle the work myself :argh: . I figured since it was an insurance job I'd let the shop handle it. I actually got it back two weeks ago, for a day. Then I noticed that the side case bracket had a crack in one of it's supports, they didn't. So back it went :miffed: . Sigh!

Cameron's best day so far is 250 miles, round trip to the CW show in Fort Worth. I think he'll enjoy the ride out if we can make it, especially with some riding company.

[Squeaky]

Cameron's best day so far is 250 miles, round trip to the CW show in Fort Worth. I think he'll enjoy the ride out if we can make it, especially with some riding company.

Pardon my ignorance, but is Cameron a Wee-TWiT? I know a couple of Beemer riders that are considering bringing the kiddos (9 & 11) and knowing that other kids in the same range will be attending might help their decision.

[MCRyder]

Pardon my ignorance, but is Cameron a Wee-TWiT? I know a couple of Beemer riders that are considering bringing the kiddos (9 & 11) and knowing that other kids in the same range will be attending might help their decision.

Cameron's 16, if he makes it he'll be riding his Kawasaki Ninja 500. Don't let the Beemer riders keep from bringing their kids, Cameron always had a blast riding pillon for events like these when he was that age.

[Squeaky]

Cameron's 16, if he makes it he'll be riding his Kawasaki Ninja 500. Don't let the Beemer riders keep from bringing their kids, Cameron always had a blast riding pillon for events like these when he was that age.

We're not sure they're ready for a trip of that length. It'd be a stretch for their parents as it is! If we get all the kinks worked out, we're actually thinking of making a weekend out of it by having a chase vehicle for the kids and luggage/gear while we lead on the bikes.

Just haven't found anyone to drive the chase vehicle yet... :giveup:

[MCRyder]

We're not sure they're ready for a trip of that length. It'd be a stretch for their parents as it is! If we get all the kinks worked out, we're actually thinking of making a weekend out of it by having a chase vehicle for the kids and luggage/gear while we lead on the bikes.

Just haven't found anyone to drive the chase vehicle yet... :giveup:

That's something our family did.

Cameron's first long road trip (at age 12) was to the Top O' The Rockies Rally in Colorado. His mom tagged along in our mini-van with our daughter. I think she did it more as a way to make sure her youngest was safe :lol2: . Cameron would switch back and forth between us during the trip. He and I camped out at the rally. Mom and daughter stayed at a B&B in town. It was a great family trip.

[wildebube]

Make me a maybe. I want to see what the weather's going to be like before I jump in as a definite.

[BMWbabe]

Looks good..I am a maybe as well:mrgreen:

[panda42]

I will be a definite maybe at this point.
I have been trying to get out and socialize with some of the TWT people, but it has never worked out. Tire issues and battery problems made me miss the last pie run...

[Gilk51]

I have been trying to get out and socialize with some of the TWT people, but it has never worked out.
We had a Tarrant County M&G last Tuesday night in Grapevine - hope you can make the Pie Run...

[DHTracker]

Count me as a maybe.

David

[STill Fiddlin]

Yeah, I'm a maybe, again. (as hoping for a longer ride that weekend, but my wife's going to be away visiting a friend this week, so I think I'm unlikely to get a pass on that trip when she gets back.)

[wczimmerman]

List updated.

[snuffcityrider]

Hope to be there, would like to get to know you all, never been to a TWT meet before. It's a long ride though, about 10 miles.:eat:

[Gilk51]

It's a long ride though, about 10 miles.:eat:
We can give you directions... ;-)

Hope to see you there...
:mrgreen:

[pacman]

Pardon my ignorance, but is Cameron a Wee-TWiT? I know a couple of Beemer riders that are considering bringing the kiddos (9 & 11) and knowing that other kids in the same range will be attending might help their decision.

Squeaky, I'm strongly considering bringing my 10 year old son. He's been begging to go on a "long" ride with me, and this one should be under 2 hours each way, so I might cave in. It's probably a go, but I'll decide for sure in the next couple of days.

[sherob]

If my passenger armrests get here in time, my soon to be 9 y/o daughter will be my pillion :rider: She snoozes to easily :doh:

[1TallTXn]

Bring the kiddos! :rider:

[lastsix]

I'm going to bring a couple of people with me...add a +2.

[BMWbabe]

"No need for speed...if you're important enough people will wait"

love your tag line


I'm trying to work out the details now....but it's looking very good :eat: :mrgreen: :rider:

[phuffstatler]

If I get the forks rebuilt in time on the wing... or a new tire and battery on the 'hawk... I'll be there with 2 in tow...

So, a maybe....

.

[wczimmerman]

List updated. I am very excited to see so many bringing their family/kids. It speaks well of this group that we can do that. I know my 5 and 7 yr old daughter will be there and they will be happy to have others to interact with.

[sherob]

I ordered my armrests... should be here tomorrow if they didn't lie to me ;-) So Kiana and I should be there :rider:

[Gilk51]

I ordered my armrests... should be here tomorrow if they didn't lie to me ;-) So Kiana and I should be there :rider:
You can probably use bungee cords as a back-up... ;-)

[Squeaky]

You can probably use bungee cords as a back-up... ;-)

I was going to recommend duct tape, but the bungees are probably a better option because you won't have to clean the sticky residue off her before mom sees it! :lol2:

[sherob]

I was going to recommend duct tape, but the bungees are probably a better option because you won't have to clean the sticky residue off her before mom sees it! :lol2:

I only use duct tape over the mouth :lol2: Velcro is better :clap:

[pacman]

In, out, in, out. I wish I could make up my mind.:doh: It looks like I'm out again. My sons Cub Scout pack has decided to try and get some last minute Cub Scout "Arrow of Light" requirements (for moving up to Boy Scouts) in this weekend, so that's where I'm committed. I hope you folks have a grand trip and I'll catch you on the next go-round.

[donroger1]

In, out, in, out. I wish I could make up my mind.:doh: It looks like I'm out again. My sons Cub Scout pack has decided to try and get some last minute Cub Scout "Arrow of Light" requirements (for moving up to Boy Scouts) in this weekend, so that's where I'm committed. I hope you folks have a grand trip and I'll catch you on the next go-round.
:tab No Really. You can tell us... You're going Duc hunting! :rofl: :rofl:

[Quick-Silver]

I am thinking I would like to make this run up to Hico. I will be coming up 281 from 306 out of Canyon Lake. Would welcome the company if anybody would care to join in.

[pacman]

:tab No Really. You can tell us... You're going Duc hunting! :rofl: :rofl:


I wish!

That 5 minute ride was about all I could handle on that machine. My legs we're screaming!

[Eulogite]

I gotta go see a man about a cow down in them parts this weekend, so I'm going to try to accomplish both. I haven't asked the missus her intentions, yet.

[dutchinterceptor]

Anyone have the nerve to check the weather forcast? :duck:

[Squeaky]

I gotta go see a man about a cow down in them parts this weekend, so I'm going to try to accomplish both. I haven't asked the missus her intentions, yet.

If you buy the cow, can you tie him off to the Strom and mozey on home the slow way?

[sherob]

Got my armrests... will be there Saturday :sun:

[PhotoBone]

Anyone have the nerve to check the weather forcast? :duck:
It's so good now I'm afraid to look!

[Gilk51]

Planning on leaving the good ole Minyard at I20 and Green Oaks in SW Arlington at 8:30 and mosey on down to Hico via some Texas roads...

Route TBD but I have some ideas...

Looking for folks to join me so I won't get lost...

[ceddec]

Got my armrests... will be there Saturday :sun:
So what time should one leave Katy to make Hico @ 1100 hrs..assuming relatively legal speeds.

[Squeaky]

So what time should one leave Katy to make Hico @ 1100 hrs..assuming relatively legal speeds.

Dark:30

Rocketbunny and I will be slabbing it up too, so pick a meeting spot. We'll look for fun stuff after lunch.

[kurt]

So what time should one leave Katy to make Hico @ 1100 hrs..assuming relatively legal speeds.

Ask Squeaky and add one hour to what she tells you. :lol2:

[sherob]

Last time we ran up, it was all slab... I think we left around 6:30-7:00 :sun:

[ceddec]

Dark:30

Rocketbunny and I will be slabbing it up too, so pick a meeting spot. We'll look for fun stuff after lunch.
Just to be clear, that was relatively legal speeds, not relativistic speeds.

[Squeaky]

Ok, now I REALLY need to get my throttle lock back on the bike!

[sherob]

Ok, now I REALLY need to get my throttle lock back on the bike!

Nah... I want to see your bike dance some more :clap:

[dukey33]

heh heh. This one's gonna hurt, but just a little.
I'm figuring I need to be on the road by 0600 from my end of town.

Dave

[sherob]

It may be big... it may be a TAD slower off the line... but it has cruise control, comfy seat, XM... did I mention cruise control :lol2:

[Squeaky]

It may be big... it may be a TAD slower off the line... but it has cruise control, comfy seat, XM... did I mention cruise control :lol2:

But as far as I know the back seat is already taken for this one! :doh:

I was talking about the throttle lock for the long/straight/boring parts. Dance? How so? (Is this a good thing like "man, she can really make that bike dance" or a bad thing like "wow, that bike is dancing all over the place, I should hang back")

[sherob]

I was talking about the throttle lock for the long/straight/boring parts. Dance? How so? (Is this a good thing like "man, she can really make that bike dance" or a bad thing like "wow, that bike is dancing all over the place, I should hang back")

:rofl: Good thing... you make your bike look real light the way you were bouncing it from side to side... that was on purpose wasn't it :rofl:

[Squeaky]

:rofl: Good thing... you make your bike look real light the way you were bouncing it from side to side... that was on purpose wasn't it :rofl:

Yes, it was on purpose! :giveup:
I like to do that for a few reasons - it scrubs the tires if I've been off on the shoulder or in dirt/gravel, and also makes my body relax (I can feel the tension in my lower back when I do that if I'm not relaxed enough yet).

Plus it just looks cool - especially if I can sucessfully slalom the lane reflectors!

[sherob]

Plus it just looks cool - especially if I can sucessfully slalom the lane reflectors!
:clap:

[rocketbunny]

It may be big... it may be a TAD slower off the line... but it has cruise control, comfy seat, XM... did I mention cruise control :lol2:

What of it? My bike has cruise control too. :p Oh... and XM.... oh...and a comfy seat...and it's NOT slow off the line. Wait! What was the advantage to that land barge?

I'm thinking that I'll talk Squeaky into meeting in Waller at 2920 and 290 around 7AM. Then when we KSU about 45 minutes later, we'll be on-time for the Pie Run.

We'll either take 290->36 or just straight 6. Either way, its 215 miles from Waller.

I've got a route back planned..but I'm not sure Squeaky will like it. It's a little long. :P

[sherob]

What was the advantage to that land barge?

The backseat with my daughter in it :rider:

[Gilk51]

The backseat with my daughter in it :rider:
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[panda42]

Hey Chuck (gilk51),
I think I may try to meet up with you, but I am afraid that I will not be much help on not getting lost. Of course, I prefer to call it "exploring".

And I have been looking forward to meeting Rocketbunny after reading her website!

I am trying to talk RBent to come along, too.

Yea! This sounds like it is going to be a good weekend. :rider:

[Gilk51]

Hey Chuck (gilk51),
I think I may try to meet up with you, but I am afraid that I will not be much help on not getting lost. Of course, I prefer to call it "exploring".
Works for me - we'll figure it out. We'll see who else from our area is going and may meet up with them somewhere as well...

[1TallTXn]

Chuck, what route are you thinking of taking?

I'm looking at the map and its looking like I'll be going south of Hico and then back up to pick up some decent roads :rider:

[Gilk51]

Chuck, what route are you thinking of taking?

I'm looking at the map and its looking like I'll be going south of Hico and then back up to pick up some decent roads :rider:
OK - I was thinking of leaving out of good ole A-town with US287 to Mansfield
FM157 to FM917
FM917 to Egan
FM2280 to Keene (know where that is? :-P )
US67 to FM203 (west of Glen Rose)
FM203 to SH144 (short) to Walnut Springs
FM927 to Iredell
FM1238 to SH219
SH219 west to Carlton
FM1744 to US281
US281 to Hico and the Koffee Kup

Not cast in stone, just thinkin' :ponder:

[sherob]

I'm thinking that I'll talk Squeaky into meeting in Waller at 2920 and 290 around 7AM. Then when we KSU about 45 minutes later, we'll be on-time for the Pie Run.

What is the place on 290/2920 to meet up at? I just remember Shell stations... 362? :doh:

[Squeaky]

KSU will NOT be 45 minutes later unless you allow me to take my helmet off. That's the big deciding factor.

I think there's a Shell out there, but it might be farther north.
Becca - how about I just stay over in the Bat Cave on Friday night?

[Squeaky]

Oh - And Zimm - you can move a pair of Beccas up from maybe to "When do we leave?"

[beemer2010]

Squeaky/RocketBunny,

What time will ya'll be leaving the 2920 and 290 area? I might try to make it.

[sherob]

Squeaky/RocketBunny,

What time will ya'll be leaving the 2920 and 290 area? I might try to make it.

Hey Jaimie... how are you liking the Strom? ;-)

[wczimmerman]

List updated. I called the Koffee Kup yesterday and gave them advance notice to expect 50-60 people. They are looking forward to it.

[BMWbabe]

I can't go...so mark me from maybe to "awww....maybe next time"

[wczimmerman]

BMWbabe-removed from list. Hope you can make the next one.

[1TallTXn]

OK - I was thinking of leaving out of good ole A-town with US287 to Mansfield
FM157 to FM917
FM917 to Egan
FM2280 to Keene (know where that is? :-P )
US67 to FM203 (west of Glen Rose)
FM203 to SH144 (short) to Walnut Springs
FM927 to Iredell
FM1238 to SH219
SH219 west to Carlton
FM1744 to US281
US281 to Hico and the Koffee Kup

Not cast in stone, just thinkin' :ponder:
Where's that keene you're talking about? isn't that in OK? :scratch: :-P

I was thinking of avoiding most of 67 :yawn: and catching
1434 just outside of Cleburne (Elks Lodge on the corner)
200 to 56
56 to 202
202 to 144
144 to Walnut Springs
Then following your route from there.

Could easily follow 56 to 67 then catch 203 down like you were planning. Would ad a chunk of time to your route, but its much more interesting :rider:

[beemer2010]

Hey Jaimie... how are you liking the Strom? ;-)

A lot more than the ST we had. I now am waiting on the Concours 1400. I just found out that it won't be sold till the summer, I can't wait. How do you like your Wing?

[sherob]

A lot more than the ST we had. I now am waiting on the Concours 1400. I just found out that it won't be sold till the summer, I can't wait. How do you like your Wing?

Smooth... traded 11/22... I can now take my daughter with me on my riding adventures ;-)

The new Connie looks nice :trust:

[rocketbunny]

There is a gas station... I don't remember what it is.... on the south side of 2920 on the west side of 290. Plan to meet there at 7AM.

I'll probably be late.... but might be on time if Rebecca does stay overnight in the bat cave....which she's welcome to do.

[beemer2010]

How many miles are we looking at riding from 2920 and 290? Not that it matters but I have somethings to do in the afternoon.

[rocketbunny]

How many miles are we looking at riding from 2920 and 290? Not that it matters but I have somethings to do in the afternoon.

Uhhhhh. It's 215 miles of slab, whether we take 6 or 36.

Coming back will be around 250+ miles because we'll take some more fun roads.

If you have something to do in the afternoon, you might want to wave off on this ride. It'll be a 450+ mile day.

[sherob]

There is a gas station... I don't remember what it is.... on the south side of 2920 on the west side of 290. Plan to meet there at 7AM.

I'll probably be late.... but might be on time if Rebecca does stay overnight in the bat cave....which she's welcome to do.

Coolio :sun:

[Gilk51]

I was thinking of avoiding most of 67 :yawn: and catching
1434 just outside of Cleburne (Elks Lodge on the corner)
200 to 56
56 to 202
202 to 144
144 to Walnut Springs
Then following your route from there.

Could easily follow 56 to 67 then catch 203 down like you were planning. Would ad a chunk of time to your route, but its much more interesting :rider:

OK, my counter offer: :mrgreen:

US287 to Mansfield
FM157 to FM917
FM917 to Egan
FM2280 to Keene
US67 to FM1434
FM1434 loop around to FM200
FM200 to Brazos Point Road
BPR to FM56
FM 56 west to FM202
FM202 to SH144
SH144 to Walnut Springs
FM927 to Iredell
FM1238 to SH219
SH219 west to Carlton
FM1744 to US281
US281 to Hico and the Koffee Kup

Looks like 135 miles from Minyards - do you think 2.5 hours (8:30 to 11) is enough or should I move back departure to 8:00 (or 8:15)?
:trust:

[1TallTXn]

Looks like 135 miles from Minyards - do you think 2.5 hours (8:30 to 11) is enough or should I move back departure to 8:00 (or 8:15)?
:trust:

I'd rather get there early then late, but I think 2.5hrs should be enough. Its just under 2hrs for me to the KK. Don't ask me how I know :trust:

[Gilk51]

Its just under 2hrs for me to the KK.
Yeah, but with this route? :scratch:

OK, I'll change my time & leave the Minyards at 8:00 AM. That should put me into Keene about 8:30 or so. We'll see if anyone else joins us.

I'll be at the Minyards about 5-10 minutes before 8.
LeMans start at 8 AM... :eek2:

8:00 AM:
0800 for you military types
8 bells for you Navy types
8 o'clock in the mornin' fer yew Johnson County types
and for you KLR riders, the big hand is on the 12 and the little hand is on the 8...
:mrgreen:

[donroger1]

8:00 AM:
0800 for you military types
8 bells for you Navy types
8 o'clock in the mornin' fer yew Johnson County types
and for you KLR riders, the big hand is on the 12 and the little hand is on the 8...
:mrgreen:
:tab How about the shadow from the pointy thing in hitting the VIII symbol?

[Gilk51]

:tab How about the shadow from the pointy thing in hitting the VIII symbol?
:lol2:
I guess that would be the Italians (Aprilia and Ducati riders) due to the Roman numerals... :zen:

[phuffstatler]

What about Waco area? Are we poor Central Texans left without comrades?

.

[1TallTXn]

Yeah, but with this route? :scratch:


Yup, its an hr if I take 67 to 220. Glen Rose is 30-40 min, then another 20-30 to Hico

Rolling through Keene at 0830, I'll be waiting in the bank parking lot, left side at the 2nd light on 2280 in Keene heading towards 67.

[1TallTXn]

What about Waco area? Are we poor Central Texans left without comrades?

.
your more then welcome to meet me in Keene :rofl:

[wczimmerman]

What about Waco area? Are we poor Central Texans left without comrades?

.


You're welcome to meet up with me and the wife. We'll be coming up from Gatesville, through Cranfills Gap and up.

[Faylaricia]

I'll be at my mom's in Meridian that weekend and will stop by. Won't be on the bike though.

[1TallTXn]

I don't know if this has been posted or if they have changed.

Last time I was there, they only took cash. there's an ATM onsite, but of course there's the extra fees

Just an FYI

[RosscoB]

I don't know if this has been posted or if they have changed.

Last time I was there, they only took cash. there's an ATM onsite, but of course there's the extra fees

Just an FYI


Thanks for the heads up.

[dutchinterceptor]

What is it about weather and Hico??


Saturday, Feb 24
http://vortex.accuweather.com/adc2004/common/images/wxicons/blue_frcst_bg/15.gif
High: 70 °F RealFeel®: 63 °F
Severe morning thunderstorms, with damaging winds and hail; rather cloudy and windy

[terrebandit]

What is it about weather and Hico??


Saturday, Feb 24
http://vortex.accuweather.com/adc2004/common/images/wxicons/blue_frcst_bg/15.gif
High: 70 °F RealFeel®: 63 °F
Severe morning thunderstorms, with damaging winds and hail; rather cloudy and windy



It SUCKS! :rant:

[kurt]

Looks like the threat is mainly between midnight and 6am.

[RosscoB]

What is it about weather and Hico??


Saturday, Feb 24
http://vortex.accuweather.com/adc2004/common/images/wxicons/blue_frcst_bg/15.gif
High: 70 °F RealFeel®: 63 °F
Severe morning thunderstorms, with damaging winds and hail; rather cloudy and windy



The forcast I looked at said that would all be over with on Friday Night. It gave a great forcast for Saturday.

I guess I'll check again as time gets closer.

[Gilk51]

I was looking at the forecast for Somervell County and it had a 20% chance of rain in the morning and sunny in the afternoon. Will have to look again tonight...

[ceddec]

At 0600 hrs Saturday our Wx service is showing a line approx through San Antonio - Austin and points north. Last night it looked like most wet weather would run north of Hico but this morning its changed again. This is another system that has the weather folks challenged. There has been a lot of that this year and last. In any event it doesn't look like I'll make it now due to some home issues that turned up yesterday. :giveup: By the time I can get away I'd have to average something over a hundred to show up late and while the bike is quite willing, I'm not. Y'all have fun and I'll try to catch the next one.

[Quick-Silver]

Looks like the threat is mainly between midnight and 6am.

texmedic, what weather url are you using. The graphs make for a good quick reference.

[fossil]

I don't know if this has been posted or if they have changed.

Last time I was there, they only took cash. there's an ATM onsite, but of course there's the extra fees

Just an FYI

Just called and confirmed. cash only. Thanks for thinking of this tx-vfr

R :)

[southplainssilver]

Still time to set another PIE plate at the table? :eat: Looks like I can make this one.

[Squeaky]

Still time to set another PIE plate at the table? :eat: Looks like I can make this one.

Always room for more! :eat:

(Plus I have a feeling the weather will scare off some folks)

[kurt]

texmedic, what weather url are you using. The graphs make for a good quick reference.

This one:

NOAA Weather Graph (http://www.srh.noaa.gov/forecast/MapClick.php?CityName=Georgetown&state=TX&site=EWX&FcstType=graphical)

You can change to any location you wish.

[PhotoBone]

This one:

NOAA Weather Graph (http://www.srh.noaa.gov/forecast/MapClick.php?CityName=Georgetown&state=TX&site=EWX&FcstType=graphical)

You can change to any location you wish.


I like this one. http://wwwa.accuweather.com/forecast-hourly.asp?partner=forecastfox&zipcode=76457&metric=0&hbhday=2&hbhhour=8
Plus, I think this forecast has gotten a little better than when I checked last night. Actually wind may be more of an annoyance than rain.
I'm going anyway! Still haven't decided between coconut or chocolate pie!:eat:

[txbanditrydr]

With sustained winds of 30-40 mph (and gusts to 50 mph) I hope everyone will be very careful tomorrow.

[PhotoBone]

Yeah, but with this route? :scratch:

OK, I'll change my time & leave the Minyards at 8:00 AM. That should put me into Keene about 8:30 or so. We'll see if anyone else joins us.

I'll be at the Minyards about 5-10 minutes before 8.
LeMans start at 8 AM... :eek2:



Chuck,

I'll try to hook up with you at the Minyards in the morning. If I'm not there by 8:00 don't delay your departure. See you in Hico regardless!

[phuffstatler]

I'm too chicken for 30-50 MPH winds.... it's the Waco Autorama for me and my daughter....


Catch you all next time....

.

[Gilk51]

Chuck,

I'll try to hook up with you at the Minyards in the morning. If I'm not there by 8:00 don't delay your departure. See you in Hico regardless!
OK, but can you bring a couple of really big cruiser/touring riders to lead the way and block the wind for us? :lol2:

If it *IS* raining at 8:00 or so, I'll delay as much as to 9:00 and then take the direct route (287, 917, 2280, 67, 220, 6). Maybe we will be able to do better route-wise on the way home if that is the case.

regardless, we will be wary of the wind...

[sherob]

The Becca's... are we still meeting at 290 & FM2920... or FM362 at the Shell station?

Thanks,
CatFreak

[Squeaky]

CatFreak

:lol2:

Yeah, the plan is still 7am meet @ 290 & 2920. Becca says there's a gas station there.

[sherob]

If weather looks bad I wont be going... I won't endanger the Wee ;-) I'll still run the helmet out to you though :sun:

[Squeaky]

We'll definately take it easy if the weather is bad, but it should blow through my noon and we're taking all slab up there if it makes a difference....

I was even going to be nice and charge the communicator so I can talk to you guys! Now I guess I'll just have to listen to Becca sing..

[sherob]

I was even going to be nice and charge the communicator so I can talk to you guys! Now I guess I'll just have to listen to Becca sing..

:lol2: I don't have the GMRS setup on the Wing... haven't dropped the coin for the CB... so you'ld still have to listen to her :trust:

[1TallTXn]

I'm still going regardless.

Chuck and tag-alongs, I'll wait in Keene till ~0900 at which point I'll roll.

everybody keep the shiny side up

[dutchinterceptor]

Bad weather or not I won't be able to go. Sorry Chris, I'll have to check out your new exhaust on the next trip!

Everybody be careful and enjoy!!

[Squeaky]

I'm still going regardless.

Me three (I skipped two because the other Becca would have taken it if she saw this first) but this time I'll try to be closer to on time than the ill-fated Marble Falls run that had be an hour and a half behind schedule with the torrential downpour!

[Gilk51]

Me three
Are you expecting to pick up Max (http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15785)? :eek2:

[Squeaky]

Oh my...

[RosscoB]

Bad weather or not I won't be able to go. Sorry Chris, I'll have to check out your new exhaust on the next trip!

Everybody be careful and enjoy!!

Doh!:doh:

I was hoping to catch up with you and check out some of the more recent VFR modifications.

[wczimmerman]

Called the Koffee Kup and confirmed 30 definite and 20 maybe's. Irene is ready for us, and we'll see y'all tomorrow.

Dutch: no worries, the new pipes aren't going anywhere. We'll try to meet up in the mean time.

[jbh]

I may bow out if the winds are bad, so right now i am a maybe.

[Squeaky]

Does it help to add weight to the bike if the wind picks up? I wasn't planning on riding with the ammo cans but if it'll help I'll pop them on.

[sherob]

A heavier bike helps... you really just gotta let the bike lean into it and just ride it out. ;-)

[Squeaky]

A heavier bike helps... you really just gotta let the bike lean into it and just ride it out. ;-)

Well, we were pushed around with 50mph gusts on our Spring trip last year, but it was no picnic. Deb looked like she was going to be blown off onto the shoulder, and at one point a 55gal drum was pushed into the roadway! :eek2:

[sherob]

I find just letting it lean, no death grip on the bars, the bike usually will handle it pretty well. When you hold real tight, the wind will hit the rider causing them to telegraph unintended movement to the bars. :eek2:

[sherob]

This will help...

http://www.survivalskills.clara.net/riding_skills_46.htm

[Quick-Silver]

Does it help to add weight to the bike if the wind picks up? I wasn't planning on riding with the ammo cans but if it'll help I'll pop them on.

Yes Mam. It's called a GoldWing.;-) Just Kidding.

Just try to stay relaxed and ride the wind. It's just another dynamic to riding. It can be fun if you can stay relaxed. ...and yes riding several hours in strong wind does get a little tiring even on the Wing and on the VTX.

[rocketbunny]

I just find staying relaxed and letting the bike move under you works. Keep arms loose and don't worry too much. Worry makes for a death grip. Keeping it in a lower gear for ready power also seems to help me mentally.

I've ridden in some pretty bad wind. The V-strom doesn't have much fairing, so it should be fine. I know my ST barely notices wind most of the time.

[STill Fiddlin]

I am out. Have to do shuttle my son around to his activities so my wife and daughter can go on planned shopping trip. This is the daughter who yelled at me tonight because *my* computer doesn't have AIM installled on it - oh, she's using mine because she broke the notebook I got her, and I haven't finished fixing it, though I stayed late at work tonight working on it. Do I sound PO'd??? My mom was right - get rid of them while they're little and cute .... I always thought she was kidding.

[Squeaky]

My mom was right - get rid of them while they're little and cute .... I always thought she was kidding.

OR...

Deprive them of everything above the standard for living (water, food, air. clothes, roof) and then they'll appreciate every little thing they get in addition.

No, I don't have kids. Let me know how this works out for ya. :mrgreen:

[busarider1]

I'm out. Sorry folks. Looking forward to seeing you in OK!

[rickmillertx]

Sorry, I can't make this one. I've been gone all week. Ride safe.
Rick

[PhotoBone]

If it *IS* raining at 8:00 or so, I'll delay as much as to 9:00 and then take the direct route (287, 917, 2280, 67, 220, 6). Maybe we will be able to do better route-wise on the way home if that is the case.

regardless, we will be wary of the wind...

sounds like a plan... just hope this headache I have this evening is gone in the morning :-|

[jbh]

Does it help to add weight to the bike if the wind picks up? I wasn't planning on riding with the ammo cans but if it'll help I'll pop them on.

At the tech day last week the wind was making the strom do weird things. On monday (equally as windy if not more) I took the luggage off (side cases) and put a shorter windshield on and it was much much better. I think the big givi cases act as sails for crosswinds.

Also though I had just raised the fork tubes at the tech day and later I adjusted the preload near the max on the front and back which may have had a very big impact on crosswind handling.

[panda42]

Gilk51, I have become a maybe.
I caught a bug Wednesday night and I am still trying to shake it. I am waiting to see how I feel when I wake up. If I am not at the Minyards when everybody is ready to leave, then do not wait for me. I will try to check in here early enough to confirm.

Stay safe in the weather!

[MusicMan754]

I'm out. Although I have ridden in strong wind before it's just not my type of fun. Especially if my wife rides with me. :shock: We are thinking about riding somewhere on Sunday though since the weather is supposed to be nice. So if anybody wants to ride some on Sunday afternoon you are welcomed to join us. I'll start a new thread on it.

Everyone Ride Safe tomorrow,

[Squeaky]

For those that aren't too far from Hico and are backing out because of weather: Please reconsider coming in the car/truck. It's still a great time to be had by all!

Heck, I've got a possible 700 mile day planned for tomorrow and I need to wake up in 5 hours... maybe I shoudl go to sleep!

[rocketbunny]

Woohoo.. I'm up... radar doesn't look so bad this morning. A little wet out my window, but manageable.

[M38A1]

Woohoo.. I'm up... radar doesn't look so bad this morning. A little wet out my window, but manageable.

Well, I think I'll just have to head that way too then. :rider:

[gowest1]

Weather doesn't look too bad. Roads are wet in Grand Praire but no rain currently falling. TV shows another light band of showers on the way but looks like it will quickly pass.
Minyards in Arlington at 8:00 am or 9:00 am?

8 am will work for me.

[Gilk51]

I am still planning to be there around 8 and link up with the Nathan in Keene around 8:30 or so.

I will be there a bit before 8 but will wait a bit if I know you will be joining us.

We'll see how the wind does - maybe I should go ahead & put my fork brace on this morning?

:rider: :eat: :rider:

[TexasShadow]

At the tech day last week the wind was making the strom do weird things. On monday (equally as windy if not more) I took the luggage off (side cases) and put a shorter windshield on and it was much much better. I think the big givi cases act as sails for crosswinds.

Also though I had just raised the fork tubes at the tech day and later I adjusted the preload near the max on the front and back which may have had a very big impact on crosswind handling. Side cases and tail bags can effect the aerodynamics depending on many things. So can windshields.

Most DL1K and 650 riders raise the forks to some degree just to improve handling at high speeds and in the wind. Raising my windshield makes my bike dance all over the road. Suspension can be a factor in that too. Weight also helps, but moreso if its centered and low. That's one reason why cruisers are less prone to 'wind dancing'.

Ive found on the whee that when I'm sitting upright in hard wind, no matter what direction, I'm a windmill and the bike dances all over the road. On my long trip last year I learned that if I scoot my butt back on the seat, lower my upper body down over the tank, the ride is smooth sailing. The difference is so significant that it's amazing. No wind dancing at all. (it also reduces fatigue on a long ride). It's actually quite comfortable.

Just my $0.03.98.

[TexasShadow]

We'll see how the wind does - maybe I should go ahead & put my fork brace on this morning? It's gusting here, downpour in spurts.

I have to work this morning so y'all have fun.
I'm picking up the bike from Piper's this afternoon and leaving the truck there. If anyone in my area is going into or near NRH tomorrow, can I beg a ride with you so I can pick up the truck?
I'd rather have the bike with me than the truck. I'm lost without it.
It's been like my kid in the hospital.
I guess I need a 'life'.

[Gilk51]

I am trying to decide if I start out with the rain gear or not. Will find out shortly, I guess.

What did the Whee need to fix it?

[TexasShadow]

What did the Whee need to fix it?I responded in the other thread (Tarrant county M&G).

At least have rain gear on the bike; you'll need it. Raining and gusting again as I type. (rain's been on and off again)

[wczimmerman]

Looks like everything is clearing out nicely. 99% of the rain is gone as of 07:10, and the sky is clearing. The Zimmerman family will see you there.

"Houston: we are a go for lunch"

[Gilk51]

About to leave in about 20 minutes.

To Minyards! :thumb:

[gowest1]

Layering up to leave in 5 minutes. See you.

[terrebandit]

I'm out. The weather is looking worse out east and is expected to become severe later today. It rains one day out of the month and it happens to be today. Go figure... :rant:

[panda42]

I'm out. I am still too congested and moving too slowly to make it out today.

[1TallTXn]

I'll be saddling in about 5min
its wet, but not raining, and calm

Here's hoping it'll stay that way :sun:

[1TallTXn]

just as I typed that, the wind picked up again :argh:

[busarider1]

It's just plain beautiful here in OK. I wish I could be hooking up with everybody at Hico. I need me some pie!!!

[Quick-Silver]

Got a late start. Should be there a little after 12:00.

[jbh]

I started that way today at 10am. The wind did not make it enjoyable so I turned around. Have fun.

[Gilk51]

The wind did not make it enjoyable so I turned around.
I thought the wind was bad this morning - doesn't hold a candle to what it is right now! :eek2:

I'm home but not without some pucker moments - this wind and gusts are dangerous. Here's hoping all make in home OK... :pray:

[1TallTXn]

Chuck, Kevin, self and the gentleman on the ST1300 who's name I forgot :doh: landed in Keene ~1340.
there was an officer directing traffic at the corner of 4th and 2280, didn't think much of it, but power was out at my apt when I got home. It just came back on so here I am posting that I survived! :rider:

[wczimmerman]

We just got in and I know exactly what you mean, Chuck, about those pucker moments. I'll get a ride report thread started in a bit. I need to sit on the couch for a while...

[Gilk51]

Chuck, Kevin, self and the gentleman on the ST1300 who's name I forgot :doh: landed in Keene ~1340.
there was an officer directing traffic at the corner of 4th and 2280, didn't think much of it, but power was out at my apt when I got home.
I kinda suspected that there might be a local power problem.

The other ST1300 rider was Michael (PhotoBone) from Flower Mound. He said he was headed up SH360 :shock: - any north-south road is murder. Hope he gets there OK...

[MusicMan754]

I thought the wind was bad this morning - doesn't hold a candle to what it is right now! :eek2:

I'm home but not without some pucker moments - this wind and gusts are dangerous. Here's hoping all make in home OK... :pray:

I think this is the first time I have ever seen this.

http://jpturnage.home.comcast.net/weather1.JPG

[1TallTXn]

The other ST1300 rider was Michael (PhotoBone) from Flower Mound. He said he was headed up SH360 :shock: - any north-south road is murder. Hope he gets there OK...

OK, he told me his name but I completly forgot :giveup:

Here's hoping you made it home w/o being blown off the road Michael!

[Gilk51]

That "Blowing Dust" picture is what it looks like!

[JLG]

I just got back ok, I dropped in behind a group of 4 on 220 to 67 that turned off around Keene and then I fell in behind Rolan (I think) around Midlothian. Wind really was a challenge at times, wasn't too bad when at my back but gusts from angles made it interesting :eek2:

Hope everyone makes it back ok, despite the wind I enjoyed it and enjoyed talking to Becca and Patrical.

Look forward to next time. Be Safe.

[Vrn_james]

Just made it home and dumped the dirt out of everything... Had a great time and enjoyed the company... PHOTOS (http://vrnjames.smugmug.com/gallery/2510157#131800755)

http://vrnjames.smugmug.com/photos/131801202-M.jpg

[Gilk51]

I dropped in behind a group of 4 on 220 to 67 that turned off around Keene
:lol2: I wondered who that was back there! Looks like the Honda STs were out today. Glad you made it home OK.

[1TallTXn]

So THAT's who it was back there!

glad you made it home safe Jackie.

[Graubart]

Yes, pucker moments indeed. :giveup:

Instead of going straight home as I should have, I took 2481 to Bluff Dale then east on 377 to Granbury. By the time I got to Starbucks the sky looked liked the little weather icons Music Man posted.

(Yes, if you have to ask, I did have pie and ice cream in Hico and a Mocha Frapp at Starbucks. :mrgreen: )

I finally gave up on trying to get some reading in, watching the Strom blowing back and forth in the wind. I was seriously concerned that she would blow over!

On the way home, down 144 to Glen Rose, there were emergency vehicles directing traffic where a wooden power pole had been broken off by the wind. :giveup:

It was still being held up off of the highway by the wires so traffic was still able to get through.

I hope everyone chimes in as they arrive home. :pray:

[kurt]

Stories are here"

http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?p=213847#post213847