Pie Run IX: Falling for Pie - Blessing Hotel 09/27

[Gilk51]

New for 2008!

Where: Hotel Blessing Coffee Shop in Blessing
FM 616 & 10th St (128 10th St)
Blessing, Texas 77419
(361) 588-6623

Recon by: ToroGuy, RockmanTex

Contacted: 09/05/2008, 09/20

NOTE: Saturday menu is mainly Fried Chicken, Chicken Fried Steak and Peach Cobbler
I found out that pies are special order only! :eek2:
So, we will probably order a few varieties the week before once we get a count...
That was a surprising turn of events...
Also note: pie will be $1.25 extra...

website: Blessing Hotel (http://www.texasbob.com/eats/tbe_blessing.html)
Historic Blessing Hotel (http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~txmatago/bl_hotelblessing.htm)

GPS: 28.871780, -96.221440 (from Google)

Map: Blessing Hotel (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=FM+616+%26+10th+St,+Blessing,+Texas+77419&sll=32.720491,-97.029071&sspn=0.007925,0.01016&ie=UTF8&ll=28.871191,-96.221416&spn=0.008249,0.01016&t=h&z=17&iwloc=addr)

When:
11:00 AM CDT (1100 for our military minded) (KLR riders: the big hand is on the... ;-) )
27 September 2008

The arrival time is our normal morning time to beat the lunch rush.
OK, lately we have been the lunch rush! :eek2:


Who:

Definite: :sun:
Scorch http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Scorch
Quick-Silver http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me_grn.gif Jerry
Seahog & Shehog http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Steve,Veronica
Simmons1 http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Rich
Sharpshooter http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me_grn.gif Saul
aharbi http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Art
ST/SV+1 http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Larry,Karen
crawl+1 http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Paul,? (11)
RockmanTex http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Steve
FJRMike http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Mike
dukey33 http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Dave
ToroGuy http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Mike
GlitterCritter http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Linda
javanino http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif JD
BMWbabe+1 http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Mollie,Sarah
sparkyphotog+1 http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Bryan,Aaron (21)
Abby http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me_grn.gif Tim
Sierra IV+1 http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Kelly,'08Raider
Gilk51 http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me_grn.gif Chuck
JustJ http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif J
StarSapphire http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Lilia
scubalizard+1 http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Thomas,?
D'artagnan http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Jeff (30)
treybrad http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Trey
Dirtrideroader http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Chris
ceddec+1 http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gifDennis,Jeanne
texasyankee http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Sam (35)
jar675 http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me_grn.gif James

Probable: :cool2:
MIKEYLIKESIT http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me_grn.gif Mike
Squeaky http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me_grn.gif Rebecca
Michelle http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me_grn.gif Michelle
shootergal http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me_grn.gif Corinne
msnyder755+1 http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Michael,Karen
tortuga http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me_grn.gif Susan
Grover http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Billy
southplainssilver http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me_grn.gif Reggie
pkiser http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me_grn.gif Phil (10)
Moose http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Al (11)

Definite Maybe: :loco:
Jbay http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif James (ambiguously denoted as possibly probable) :twitch:
JacknTexas http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Jack

Maybe: :scratch:
+3 with MIKEYLIKESIT
C50dreamin http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Zed
jhansen http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Jeff
M38A1 http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Scott
ervdrvr1+1 http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Erv,Kim
db+1 http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif ?,? (10)

Possible: :shrug:
Red Brown http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Fred

Thinking about it :ponder:

Unlikely but a hair of a chance... :pray:
jblaze5779 (too far)
kurt (stars must align) http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me_grn.gif Kurt

Cancellations :-(
GHT (going on a cruise)
Hotair (in then out)
Maverick http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me_grn.gif David
thestudent http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Jonathan
humblerider+1 http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Dennis,?
stevenspring http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif Steve

No Way (doing something else & have to tell you about it ;-) ) :doh:
KomadoreObvious (has to work) :-(
voyagerrider,ladyrider (off to North Carolina)
andyc740 (trip to Mexico)
Treffin (headed for D.C.)
TexasShadow (camping at Fort Richardson)
Jack Giesecke (daughter getting married)
Snoopster (family stuff)
smithr (UT football)

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Pie suggestions:
Blackberry or Cherry
pecan +2
chocolate something
Pecan or Apple or Peach

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OK, we'll try nametags again! :yawn:

NOTE: If your name has a nametag icon http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif beside it, then you have made a stick-on nametag made. If not, I am waiting until the last minute for you to supply an avatar picture or a "called/given" name to go with your screen name. The nametag will have your avatar, screen-name, and "real world" name, assuming I can find all that information.

If your name is not in one of the lists, then you have not clearly said what your intentions are or I haven't gotten to it yet.
If it is still not on the list when a "list updated" post appears after it, I have erred :doh: and let me know about it!

There will be a supply of blank nametags at the restaurant.

If the nametag icon is greenhttp://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me_grn.gif, it means it was left over from the last time! :lol2:

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Count: 36 def + 11 prob = 47, 12 maybe

[Scorch]

I'm in, definite. I can reuse my name tag, too. ;-)


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[Quick-Silver]

Definite: :sun:

[MIKEYLIKESIT]

probable... i would say definate, but i dont want to jinx myself!! :zen:
might have extras going too so, +3 maybe.

[Seahog]

Seahog & Shehog are definite.

[Simmons1]

I'm in!

[GHT]

I'm in, working on a DS route down and back! Anyone have one?:rider:

OH NO!!!! We are going on a last minute cruise that weekend!!!! Have Fun, I made the ride down to the Blessing Hotel last Thursday, it's a long way from Pasadena and not a lot to see once you get there. 247 miles round trip!!

[Desert Skies]

I'm in, working on a DS route down and back! Anyone have one?:rider:

Beach? :shrug:

Or maybe you could pull off riding across rice fields without getting shot.:trust:

[Sharpshooter]

The arrival time is our normal morning time to beat the lunch rush. OK, lately we have been the lunch rush!

According to the sign out front, breakfast is served until 10am, followed by the lunch buffet starting at 11am.

I have laid out a route from the Fort Bend County area (Sugar Land/Richmond/Rosenberg) that covers 112 miles using FM roads for 96% of the ride. We are on Hwy 36 or Hwy 35 for only a few miles. With only 112 miles to cover, there should be no need for a fuel stop enroute. I plan KSU (kick stands up) around 8am.

I have not yet come up with a group departure point, thinking possibly the Fort Bend County Courthouse on HWY 90A in Richmond or the Fort Bend County George Memorial Library on FM762 & Golfview (near Wal-Mart) or the intersection of US59 and FM762 (possibly the Petco parking lot). I don't want to use the Shell station parking lot at that corner because it is on the wrong side of the street and crossing FM762 is a pain at that intersection with the construction traffic. If we meet near US59 & FM762, that will allow Houston area riders to slab it on 59 to the FM762/Richmond exit and meet up there for the ride.

I am open to suggestions.

I don't know how to post a Mapquest route on here and don't have time right now to learn it but we would be heading south on FM762 past Brazos Bend State Park to FM1462. Turning right on FM1462 to Hwy 36 in Brazoria County. Turning left onto Hwy36 to Hwy35 just north of West Columbia. Turning left onto FM524 through Sweeney to FM521. After turning right onto FM521, we stay on FM521 all the way to Hwy35 just north of Palacios in Matagorda County. Turn right onto Hwy35 and travel only about 6 miles into Blessing and to the hotel/cafe.

MapPoint puts that route at 3 hours 23 minutes from my home so I am figuring less than 3 hours from one of the meeting locations above. If we plan KSU between 8 and 8:15am, we should be fine, especially with the +/-5 mph thing I have been seeing as something of a norm.

Thoughts?

Chuck... Put me down as a definite. I hope I am not jinxing myself but after last weekend, I am going. :eat: :rider:

-Saul

[Scorch]

I'm in, working on a DS route down and back! Anyone have one?:rider:


I would be interested in a DS route. Maybe you can start a thread in Upcoming Ride/Trips (http://www.twtex.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=46) and we can work on one?


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[KomadoreObvious]

I have work that day :doh: so im out

Hannah

[Seahog]

Saul:
On 521 you will go past the STP nuke; after that you will come to a 4-way stop at the Collegeport road. The next thing will be a short bridge across the Tres Palacios River. If you go on past the bridge about 1/2 mile or so you will see a crossroad intersection. Take a right there and you will have a prettier ride right on in to Blessing. It ain't exactly the hill country, but there are a few curves and curve-like unstraight sections.

See y'all there.

Steve

P.S. the peach cobbler is VERY good at the Hotel!

[Scorch]

I don't know how to post a Mapquest route on here and don't have time right now to learn it but we would be heading south on FM762 past Brazos Bend State Park to FM1462. Turning left on FM1462 to Hwy 36 in Brazoria County. Turning right onto Hwy36 to Hwy35 just north of West Columbia. Turning left onto FM524 through Sweeney to FM521. After turning right onto FM521, we stay on FM521 all the way to Hwy35 just north of Palacios in Matagorda County. Turn right onto Hwy35 and travel only about 6 miles into Blessing and to the hotel/cafe.




Like this?
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&saddr=Commercial+Dr+%4029.546702,+-95.750300&daddr=FM-762+%4029.465450,+-95.694180+to:FM-762+%4029.352620,+-95.641570+to:TX-35+%4029.080440,+-95.748050+to:FM-524+%4029.001660,+-95.645010+to:FM-521+%4028.787075,+-96.010186+to:28.78752,-96.212769+to:blessing+tx&hl=en&geocode=Fc7YwgEdZPdK-g%3BFWqbwQEdnNJL-g%3BFazivwEdHqBM-g%3BFXi7uwEdLgBL-g%3BFbyHugEdrpJM-g%3BFYNBtwEdNgBH-g%3B%3B&mra=dpe&mrcr=0&mrsp=6&sz=11&via=1,2,3,4,5,6&sll=28.842869,-96.026001&sspn=0.41501,0.615234&ie=UTF8&ll=29.212111,-95.638733&spn=1.654076,2.460937&z=9


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[Sharpshooter]

Like this?

Yeah, something like that. Although, I am probably gonna incorporate Seahog's minor route change. I have been on some of those roads before and scenery is not something they are known for. His is probably better than mine. My route just gets us there without major highway time.

-Saul

[C50dreamin]

I agree with the "Seahog route" it will be a little fun to throw in some curves right before you pull into Blessing...


I am a MAYBE at this point as I am scheduled to work that weekend. It's only 12 miles from my front door but I work 63 miles away so I can't just stop by at lunch time...I'll see if I can trade a day or weekend with someone else or take a few hours off...

Just found out after I got back from Marble Falls when I came in on Mon...talk about your Monday morning blues...:doh:

[aharbi]

Great! I'm in. Any excuse to reuse my spiffy tricked-out name tag.
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[C50dreamin]

Hey looks pretty good !!! I need to get mine done...

[Squeaky]

I didn't realize we were supposed to save them, so mine is on my pannier :doh:

Mark me as a most likely probable! (aka definite as long as something doesn't mess up the plan)

[Gilk51]

I didn't realize we were supposed to save them, so mine is on my pannier

There are more - I have several duplicates when I was figuring out the setup...

[ST/SV]

Wife and I are planning on making this one.

[Sharpshooter]

Saul:
On 521 you will go past the STP nuke; after that you will come to a 4-way stop at the Collegeport road. The next thing will be a short bridge across the Tres Palacios River. If you go on past the bridge about 1/2 mile or so you will see a crossroad intersection. Take a right there and you will have a prettier ride right on in to Blessing. It ain't exactly the hill country, but there are a few curves and curve-like unstraight sections.

Is that FM2853? That appears to go straight into Blessing as you described.

-Saul

[Michelle]

I am probable. I would say definite but then something will come up at the last minute like last time. :miffed:

[voyagerrider]

We will definitely NOT be at this one as much as my wife, Ladyrider, would like to be since it down in the area where is from. Kathy was born and raised in Bay City.
By that date we should be getting close to or arriving at the house we have rented on the Cherohala Skyway in North Carolina. We leave on the 23rd, get back to Texas on Oct 7th
We are going to try to do a trip report as we go along.
Marty

[thestudent]

Maybe, got to talk with the SO.

[Seahog]

Is that FM2853? That appears to go straight into Blessing as you described.

-Saul

Dat's the one. It will give you a couple of chances to wiggle your handlebars
& work up an appetite.

steve

[Sharpshooter]

Dat's the one. It will give you a couple of chances to wiggle your handlebars
& work up an appetite.

steve

That's good because there isn't much anywhere else along the route. There is something about Brazoria and Matagorda counties in that they don't have much in the way of twisties. Ocassionally they have a little bit of scenery but that's about it. Thanks for the recommendation, Steve. I have already altered my route map in MapPoint. I have not yet fabricated the mount I designed for the Gold Wing to mount my Zumo 450 GPS so doing it in Mapsource and loading it into the Zumo is pointless. I use a pilot's kneeboard for the printed maps/directions from MapPoint.

-Saul

[crawl]

I'll be there (first pie run :clap: ) and a non-forum member friend plans to tag along with me.

One suggestion for the route you guys are discussing. There is a nice road with some tight curves that adds only one mile to your route. When you come down 762 to 1462, you could go left and then right onto Cow Creek Road. I make a lap from Clear Lake out to that road, it's one of my favorites. If you do, be careful at the beginning bit, there are some tight corners.

Here's a google map showing that change and Seahogs feedback:

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&saddr=Commercial+Dr+%4029.546702,+-95.750300&daddr=FM-762+%4029.465450,+-95.694180+to:29.264837,-95.598221+to:TX-35+%4029.080440,+-95.748050+to:FM-524+%4029.001660,+-95.645010+to:FM-521+%4028.787075,+-96.010186+to:FM-2853+%4028.811285,+-96.150222+to:blessing+tx&hl=en&geocode=Fc7YwgEdZPdK-g%3BFWqbwQEdnNJL-g%3B%3BFXi7uwEdLgBL-g%3BFbyHugEdrpJM-g%3BFYNBtwEdNgBH-g%3BFRWgtwEdMt1E-g%3B&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=2&sz=11&via=1,2,3,4,5,6&sll=29.183939,-95.554962&sspn=0.462799,0.721664&ie=UTF8&ll=29.179742,-95.85434&spn=0.925631,1.443329&z=10

[Gilk51]

list updated (see post #1)

I called the Cafe and we are on their calendar. Since this was a scouted Pie Run location, I was surprised to hear that pies are special order only! :giveup:

The dessert on Saturdays is peach cobbler. They don't have pies unless they are left over from a special order. So, I guess we'll order some - please indicate your preference & we'll see if we can't get those ordered...

[RockmanTex]

I had lunch there yesterday and it was very good home cooking. They offered 3-4 veggies, 3 meats, salad, fruit salad, rolls & cornbread, ice tea, cobbler and cake for $ 8. They can seat 75 in the cafe and another room if is available if needed the lady told me. Chuck, you can add me to the list.

Steve

[Gilk51]

I had lunch there yesterday and it was very good home cooking.

She mentioned that you were there yesterday, Steve. (thanks for the recon)

She asked me "is this the group that is coming from everywhere?" :lol2:

[FJRMike]

I will be there for this one.

[Red Brown]

Hey Chuck,

Mark me as a possible attendee.

There is a large sport-touring rally in Arkansas that is vying for my attention.

RB

[andyc740]

Though I love to eat at the Blessing Hotel, I probably won't make this one. I'm planning a birthday trip with my wife to Mexico that weekend. :rider: I will talk it up with the others in our chapter, since this run is (fairly) close to home.

[jhansen]

I'm in the maybe status right now. Orchestra event in Huntsville of all places the same day....:argh: Now we just have to watch what Ike tears up when he comes ashore this weekend. :storm:

[dukey33]

I should make this one. Mark me down as a 'definite'.

thanks.

[jblaze5779]

I would like to join you guys on this one but it seems a little too far from Dallas for me.

[stevenspring]

put me down s definite

[ToroGuy]

Chuck,

Please show me plus GlitterCritter as DEFINITE !!

PIE suggestion is either Blackberry or Cherry.... :eat:

[javanino]

I'm in! I'd like to head over to Rockport after Pie and possibly stay over if anyone else is interested. That is of course assuming it's still there after this weekend :giveup:

[Sharpshooter]

PECAN! Definitely pecan...

-Saul

[Cowtowner]

I'm in! I'd like to head over to Rockport after Pie and possibly stay over if anyone else is interested. That is of course assuming it's still there after this weekend :giveup:

Yup, the whole coast may be a mess after Friday night/Saturday.

[Sharpshooter]

Chuck, depending on where Hurricane Ike hits this weekend, we my want to check on the Blessing Hotel afterward to make certain it is still open. Blessing is only about 30 miles as the crow flies from Matagorda Island so that puts it northeast of the island, putting Blessing on the 'dirty' side of the storm when it makes landfall. And that close to the coast, it will take the brunt of the strong winds before the storm starts to degrade. Just my 2 cents...

-Saul

[Squeaky]

My $.02:

Let's wait and see what happens. If there's damage and it's within reason, we could see about a "TWT Cleanup Day" with sammiches and pie brought in from offsite. If there isn't damage and the hotel will be open, we go ahead with the pie run as scheduled. If the damage is too much for an afternoon of cleaning and trash removal, then we can try to organize a bigger effort to help out the historic hotel/restaurant.

But for now all we can do is wait and see... :zen:

[BMWbabe]

We're planning on going (sparkyphotog and I) with kids

[Gilk51]

Chuck, depending on where Hurricane Ike hits this weekend, we my want to check on the Blessing Hotel afterward to make certain it is still open.

I have had a couple of people mention that in PMs. We still have 2 weeks after this weekend. Once we see where Ike goes, we'll try to formulate a plan.

If we need a back-up destination, I am thinking Brenham. Anybody else have any suggestions?

Like Squeak says, we have to wait and see...

[Abby]

Definite on this Pie Run. I'm thinking anything chocolate will be good.

[jhansen]

If we need a back-up destination, I am thinking Brenham. Anybody else have any suggestions?

..


Nice cafe in Brenham right across the street from the courthouse IIRC, chuck.:trust:

[javanino]

My $.02:

Let's wait and see what happens. If there's damage and it's within reason, we could see about a "TWT Cleanup Day" with sammiches and pie brought in from offsite. If there isn't damage and the hotel will be open, we go ahead with the pie run as scheduled. If the damage is too much for an afternoon of cleaning and trash removal, then we can try to organize a bigger effort to help out the historic hotel/restaurant.

But for now all we can do is wait and see... :zen:

I agree, we'll know after this weekend. My guess is the clean up in that area will be a mess for awhile but let's wait and see before looking at a Plan B.

[humblerider]

I'm in. +1.

Now that Ike is coming here it would seem to bode well for Blessing. We'll see...

oh yeah pie??? Pecan or Apple or Peach.

[Treffin]

I'll be in D.C. the following week so I won't be able to make it for this one. Have fun and be safe!

David

[RockmanTex]

I have had a couple of people mention that in PMs. We still have 2 weeks after this weekend. Once we see where Ike goes, we'll try to formulate a plan.

If we need a back-up destination, I am thinking Brenham. Anybody else have any suggestions?

If Blessing doesn't work, we might try Orsak's in Fayetteville. Good food and desserts

Steve

[Jbay]

+1 most likely, definitely thinking about it, fer sure... I think

(probability is highly possible)

[Gilk51]

PECAN! Definitely pecan...

Also my choice :mrgreen:

------- list updated -------

Count: 24 def + 5 prob = 29, 5 maybe

I'll try to call them tomorrow (Monday) or Tuesday. If they are intact, I suspect more folks will sign up.

(guess I better get back to the nametags :roll: )

[kurt]

My two cents is that we relocate. Even if the restaurant is open, lack of support services like fuel and towing will be questionable and unverifiable. The chance for flats and other mishaps will increase exponentially.

[crawl]

Just to throw this out, what about swapping the locations around, such as move the October location up and do Blessing in October?

[Squeaky]

If Blessing doesn't work, we might try Orsak's in Fayetteville. Good food and desserts
I love Orsaks, but I don't think they could hold the number of people we've been getting at pie runs lately.

I'll try to call them tomorrow (Monday) or Tuesday. If they are intact, I suspect more folks will sign up.

My two cents is that we relocate. Even if the restaurant is open, lack of support services like fuel and towing will be questionable and unverifiable. The chance for flats and other mishaps will increase exponentially.

They probably got high wind but as nearby as Sargent is still reporting no electricity on the news. To make matters worse, the area is getting tons of rain today so if they had any sitting water from the storm it'll just be getting worse today.

I too vote for a change of venue, but not a swap with the IPRD, since some of us are already planning for that one. :rider:

[Seahog]

I love Orsaks, but I don't think they could hold the number of people we've been getting at pie runs lately.





They probably got high wind but as nearby as Sargent is still reporting no electricity on the news. To make matters worse, the area is getting tons of rain today so if they had any sitting water from the storm it'll just be getting worse today.

I too vote for a change of venue, but not a swap with the IPRD, since some of us are already planning for that one. :rider:

just got off the phone with Blessing Hotel; no damage, business as usual.

I'll be going there for lunch today.

steve

[Seahog]

just got off the phone with Blessing Hotel; no damage, business as usual.

I'll be going there for lunch today.

steve

Update: Had pan fried chicken, baked ham, yams, rice & gravy, string beans
and peach cobbler for dessert. All that & iced tea to drink for 8.50 drive-out.
Good food, great service (self) and a lot of local history.

steve

[M38A1]

I'm in the 'maybe' category. Opener for bow season....

[Gilk51]

Update: Had pan fried chicken, baked ham, yams, rice & gravy, string beans
and peach cobbler for dessert. All that & iced tea to drink for 8.50 drive-out.
Good food, great service (self) and a lot of local history.

How are the roads and gas availability in the area?

Basically, sounds like it is good enough shape to keep on the schedule...
:ponder:

[TexasShadow]

Not me. I'll be camping at Fort Richardson for the weekend.

[Seahog]

How are the roads and gas availability in the area?

Basically, sounds like it is good enough shape to keep on the schedule...
:ponder:

Roads & general infrastructure in the Blessing - Matagorda area are fine...
not much storm down that far. Gas station in Blessing is open; no problems there. In 2 weeks I imagine all the roads in and out of Houston will be in decent
shape. Maybe txdot could work a curve or two into the grand scheme of things.


steve

[Gilk51]

Thanks for the report, Steve! :thumb:

[Sierra IV]

Sierra IV (Kelly Skrobarcek) Corpus Christi, Tx. will definately be in Blessing on the 27th. no name tag. maybe if i could get out more - i would meet some of these nice folks. see ya'll there !!!

[javanino]

Sounds like the original plan is a go. There's a lesson to be learned in assumption and speculation, and weather forecasts for that matter. We didn't get a drop in San Marcos Friday night or Saturday.

[Sharpshooter]

Someone still needs to change the banner ad to Blessing, not the Bluebonnet Cafe.

-Saul

[Gilk51]

Someone still needs to change the banner ad to Blessing, not the Bluebonnet Cafe.

That someone would be Squeaky...

Hello? Squeak? :giveup:

[Squeaky]

Oh, you mean something like this...

http://img222.imageshack.us/img222/5047/2008blessingzz5.jpg

[Scorch]

Wow, that was fast!

[Squeaky]

Wow, that was fast!

I started working on one as soon as I saw Shooter post about it. I'd somehow forgotten :doh:

[Maverick]

Mark Shootergal and I as probables.

Thanks,

David

[ervdrvr1]

You can add me and the Misses(aka "She Who Shall Be Obey'd!!" aka Kim) as a maybe for our first pie run(still trying to talk her into it). Anyone from the greater Ft Hood area going, let me know. If I go, we can meet up.

Happy Trails!!
Erv
Deep in the Heart of Texas!!

[msnyder755]

Put Karen and I down as Probable...won't know until next week for sure. We still have our name tags from the BlueBonnet.
I vote for Pecan

[javanino]

You can add me and the Misses(aka "She Who Shall Be Obey'd!!" aka Kim) as a maybe for our first pie run(still trying to talk her into it). Anyone from the greater Ft Hood area going, let me know. If I go, we can meet up.

Happy Trails!!
Erv
Deep in the Heart of Texas!!

If you happen to be taking 183 from the hood, you can certainly meet some of us en route. Plenty of us from the Austin/San Marcos corridor heading that way.

[Jack Giesecke]

Count me in on this one, 45 minute ride at most. Okay, 20 minutes on the SV in a hurry. :lol2: I'll ride up with Steve (seahog)

[Jack Giesecke]

Darn, forgot, can't make it. That's the day my daughter's getting married and, well, I gotta sorta be there.:lol2: Actually, I'd rather ride. We tried to convince 'em to elope to Vegas and get Elvis to marry 'em.

[db]

db +1, down in the 'maybe' column.

[jhansen]

Put me into the maybe column as well.

[Gilk51]

Sierra IV (Kelly Skrobarcek) Corpus Christi, Tx. will definately be in Blessing on the 27th. no name tag. maybe if i could get out more - i would meet some of these nice folks. see ya'll there !!!

I'll have a name tage fer ya...

Put me into the maybe column as well.

You already were in the "maybe" column (see post #34). :roll:

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list updated - see post #1

My plans are to go down on Friday, so if you want a pre-printed custom special official Pie Run name tag, let me know by Thursday night!

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Count: 25 def + 8 prob = 33, 12 maybe

pie choices: pecan, chocolate something, blackberry/cherry, apple, peach

there will be peach cobbler for sure...

[Gilk51]

I'm in, definite. I can reuse my name tag, too. ;-)

Wrong. You have updated your avatar - new nametag required! :-P

(save the old one - it may become a collector's item :roll: )


:lol2:

[Gilk51]

Contacted the restaurant again today and ordered some pies, as requested. Pie will be $1.25 extra from the lunch meal (which apparently already included peach cobbler), so we should be plenty sweet when it is over.

I told her to expect 40-50. If that changes drastically next week, I will call again...

[Hotair]

I am in!!! Coming from my place in Lamar/ Rockport. If anyone wants to fish on Sat nite I have a pier and lights. Also plenty of room for tents and a bed and couch. Friday night also. PM me if interested.

[Sierra IV]

hey Hotair, I'm gonna be passing through Rockport on my way north from Corpus. Can I meet up with ya along the way. I was gonna leave south Corpus about 8 or 8:30 - that would put me in Rockport around 9. lemme know.

"S" IV

[Hotair]

Well, I AM JINXED!!!!!!! I posted without consulting the other half, WE have a date on that Saturday I can't get out of!!!!!!!! Sorry!!!:giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2:

[Sharpshooter]

Well, I AM JINXED!!!!!!! I posted without consulting the other half, WE have a date on that Saturday I can't get out of!!!!!!!! Sorry!!!:giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :giveup: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2:

She isn't called SWMBO for nothing...

She Who Must Be Obeyed!

-Saul

[StarSapphire]

JustJ is a Definite and I am a Probable. I am working on a babysitter for my son - we found out that my stock pillion seat isn't worth the ride for a 9 year old. :-(

Edit: J says he digs peach cobbler, but for pie, it'd be apple or a berry of some sort. Me, um, well, it contains sugar and tastes good, right? :sun:

[Maverick]

Sorry Chuck, I need to bow out of this one.

Ya'll have fun and be safe.

[scubalizard]

add me in. i am trying to convince the wife, buy you know.... will not know until i am heading out and only after she has changed her mind 1000+ times. it looks like the name tag has washed away, that is what i get for leaving documents of the floor, i hope that those bills were not important :eek2:

coco pie sounds good

thomas

[Gilk51]

list updated

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Count: 28 def + 9 prob = 37, 12 maybe

[kurt]

Hair of a chance if the planets align and I get some sleep Friday night. I'd be leaving from work.

[thestudent]

I have to back out. Sorry about that. Ya'll have a great time.

Is it bad that I'm passing this up for a dove hunting trip? Don't answer that. Hopefully next time.

[Gilk51]

list updated - check post #1 to make sure you are correctly listed.


Count: 29 def + 10 prob = 39, 11 maybe

:rider: :eat: :rider:

[Snoopster]

Thought I was going to be able to make this one but I have a family obligation. Have fun.

[ToroGuy]

GlitterCritter and I are planning a backroads route (Spring/Tomball/Waller/Sealy/Blessing) Saturday morning. Let me know if anyone would like to meet up and ride along.

We can decide meeting spots (maybe the Shell station at FM2920 & FM2978 and LOVE's truckstop in Waller at 290 and FM2920) and times when we know who joins.

[D'artagnan]

Count me in...

[southplainssilver]

Chuck,

Please add me as probable, hopefully I can get that spiffy name tag this month.

Reggie

[Gilk51]

list updated (see post #1)



Count: 30 def + 11 prob = 41, 11 maybe

[humblerider]

Oh Man! I can't make it.

I've just been reminded that Saturday is my daughter's birthday and other plans have been made.

[Gilk51]

You do understand that if I make a nametag for you that you are required to attend? ;-)




:nana:

[JacknTexas]

I am a strong "maybe" at this point. I am going to try and make this one. Should know for sure Saturday about 8am, lol.

Thanks for doing these Chuck. http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/BBS/images/smiles/goodjob_sign.gif

[smithr]

Sorry I will not be making it again. I will be doing the UT football thing. Enjoy an pack some pie away for me. I just got back from Ar. last weekend so I am not hurting to much for riding. About 1400 miles in three days will do that to you.

[StarSapphire]

Chuck, I am IN! Please move me from the "probable" to the "definite."

:sun:

[Sierra IV]

spoke to a buddy of mine today who rides an '08 Raider. says he's free on saturday and would like to ride up with me, so add one more to the "IN" list.

Sierra IV

[pkiser]

Chuck,

Put me down as probable.


Phil

[treybrad]

Well, I struck out on tickets to the Texas game, so put me down as coming... (thank goodness for DVRs).

:rider:

trey

[CaroleAnn]

I so want to go but my bike still isn't ready. It's been in the shop for almost two weeks for it's scheduled maintenance but because of my oil filter relocation kit they don't stock my oil filter and its taking forever to get the shipment in. I've got to find a better way to deal with this so it doesn't take two weeks for an oil change. :giveup: :tears:

[kurt]

I so want to go but my bike still isn't ready. It's been in the shop for almost two weeks for it's scheduled maintenance but because of my oil filter relocation kit they don't stock my oil filter and its taking forever to get the shipment in. I've got to find a better way to deal with this so it doesn't take two weeks for an oil change. :giveup: :tears:

Buy half a dozen filters and let one of us locals help you out.

[Gilk51]

I so want to go but my bike still isn't ready.

Drive down, park a block away, and walk in to keep a low profile. :trust:

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list updated (see post #1)

Count: 31 def + 11 prob = 42, and 13 maybe

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Remember - if you are coming & want a nametag (meaning you are not on the list), I need to know by tonight...
:rider: tomorrow...

[treybrad]

Buy half a dozen filters and let one of us locals help you out.

+1, I think my garage is the regular host to two bikes, two trucks, and three cars for routine maintenance.

Bring the oil and filter, it only takes about 15 mintues to do an oil change... PM me if you ever want the space/help to do it.

trey

[Dirtrideroader]

Sign me up as a definite. I completely forgot this was happening this weekend. Funny how a little windstorm can blow your memory away.

I would like to warn people to be careful around HW 36 and US 59 in Rosenberg. This is the opening weekend of the Fort Bend County Fair. Usually causes traffic in the area.

Here is a possible route from Crabb River Road and US 59.

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&saddr=29.559123,-95.690918&daddr=762%2FTadpole+Rd+to:1462+to:TX-36+to:1728%2FBrook+St+to:1301+to:1301+to:1301+to:1 301+to:2668+to:Blessing,+TX&hl=en&geocode=%3BFWDAwAEd1kFM-g%3BFUwlvwEdXlJL-g%3BFYT3vgEdnkRL-g%3BFXpOvQEd-otI-g%3BFX6VvQEdp-1I-g%3BFQ6SvQEdoA1J-g%3BFVaVvQEd3NpI-g%3BFZqDvQEdxK1I-g%3BFUp_twEdiLNH-g%3B&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=0&sz=10&via=1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9&sll=29.776298,-95.835114&sspn=0.944038,1.18103&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=10

[Dirtrideroader]

One other thing, I had a piece of Pecan Buttermilk pie in Dhanis this last weekend that was the best piece of pie I have had in a long time. Of course I don't remember the exact name of the place. And they only had about 3-4 kinds of pie. They are all homemade. I mean, one of the waitresses actually makes them at home and brings them in.

Ok, back to your regularly scheduled Pie Run banter.

[Squeaky]

Ok, I'll come up with a plan and post a West Houston/Katy/Sugar Land thread in a little bit...

[Dirtrideroader]

Ok, I'll come up with a plan and post a West Houston/Katy/Sugar Land thread in a little bit...

What, I post a possible route and you have to step and and start a whole new thread?

That is what I like about you, you take charge and keep the rest of us idiots from wandering off into the weeds...

[StarSapphire]

Um, Squeaks, no dirt roads for me, ok? ;) I need full pavement. :sun:

[Grover]

That is what I like about you, you take charge and keep the rest of us idiots from wandering off into the weeds...

I made it into the weeds already and trying to find my way out... :giveup:

[CaroleAnn]

Buy half a dozen filters and let one of us locals help you out.

I wasn't sure which filter I needed but I did my research and found it. I will buy a few to keep on hand, its about time I started doing my own oil changes anyway. The relocation kit just makes it easier on the VStar. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[CaroleAnn]

+1, I think my garage is the regular host to two bikes, two trucks, and three cars for routine maintenance.

Bring the oil and filter, it only takes about 15 mintues to do an oil change... PM me if you ever want the space/help to do it.

trey

It only takes 15 minutes now, before it took a lot longer. Yamaha VStars have a poor oil filter design. The exhaust pipes and driver floorboard have to be removed to get to the oil filter. That's why the relocation kit was put on so that I can do this. But again, any and all help is appreciated.

[Squeaky]

What, I post a possible route and you have to step and and start a whole new thread?

That is what I like about you, you take charge and keep the rest of us idiots from wandering off into the weeds...

Actually, don't hold your breath. I might be skirting the group and meeting y'all there. I just wanted the riders that wanted to group up to have a place to get their act together since this thread is all over the place (literally) in terms of planning.

Um, Squeaks, no dirt roads for me, ok? ;) I need full pavement. :sun:

Gotcha. I guess J should've said that the last time I offered up a ride. :lol2:

[Dirtrideroader]

Actually, don't hold your breath. I might be skirting the group and meeting y'all there.


Damnation, now I have gone and hurt her feelings and she won't even ride with me...

I apologize for my rudeness.

[Squeaky]

Damnation, now I have gone and hurt her feelings and she won't even ride with me...

I apologize for my rudeness.

If you're going solo, go with Grover. :trust:
If you're taking Erin, I'd recommend meeting up with SharpShooter, D'Artagnan, etc.

[Dirtrideroader]

If you're going solo, go with Grover. :trust:
If you're taking Erin, I'd recommend meeting up with SharpShooter, D'Artagnan, etc.

I am trying to talk Randy into coming down, letting his kids go to the Fair while we ride my bikes down there. Either way, I will have no passengers.

Maybe we should take this discussion to the SW Houston thread you are going to start.

[ceddec]

Please put Dennis & Jeanne down as a maybe.

[Moose]

I'm going to try and make this one

[texasyankee]

Count me in for Saturday.

After the pie, is anyone interested in riding another 90 miles to visit the Presidio at Golidad?


Sam Sullivan

[Gilk51]

list updated - see post #1

please double check your status

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Count: 35 def + 12 prob = 47, 12 maybe

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I have the nametags in alphabetical order - please arrive in alphabetical order so it will be easy to get your nametag. :-P

:rider: :eat: :rider:

[jar675]

Lets see I think I am in!!

[Gilk51]

Lets see I think I am in!!

Think? I better see ya 'cause I already have your nametag ready! :nana:

[Sharpshooter]

OK, let's try to take some time out of fixing fences & remodeling the kitchen to get back on this pie thing...

I am finalizing my proposed route now. I did not get a chance to make the ride for time and road conditions because of some pain named Ike so I have a question for anyone who has ridden some of the southern Fort Bend roads. Are Cow Creek Rd and Nash Rd paved roads? They appear to be from Google's satellite images but I need to make sure. Some of the people who have indicated they are going need/want paved roads. I have never ridden those two roads before.

So here is what I am thinking:
Meet at the southwest side of the intersection of FM762 and Hwy59 in the parking lot of the new Academy Sporting Goods. I know some of you have been discussing meeting at 59 & Crabb River Rd but I hate that intersection. It is too big, cars are too fast trying to get under the new underpass and the only place to meet would be the HEB paking lot and that is a pain getting out of sometimes, especially with a Starbuck's Black Eye in the cup holder. It is your call and I will defer to the groups decision but I have made my vote.

Anyway... regardless of the meeting spot, we take 762 all the way around past the nuke plant at Smither's Lake and Brazos Bend State Park to FM1462. The FM762 leg is about 18 miles. We turn left onto FM1462 for only about a mile and turn right onto Cow Creek Rd. We stay on Cow Creek for only about 1.2 miles until it turns into Nash Rd/CR25. This leg is about 14 miles. We turn right off of CR25 onto Hwy35. We stay on Hwy35 for about 10 miles (there is a left turn back in East Columbia but it is still Hwy35) into Old Ocean. In Old Ocean and at FM524, we turn left and take FM524 for about 9 miles to FM521 south of Sweeny.

We turn right onto FM521 until we get to FM2853 just southwest of Blessing. Let's dwell on FM521 a moment... We will be on FM521 for approximately 40 miles. About 22 miles after getting onto FM521, we make a left and FM521 merges with Hwy160. IT IS STILL FM521! About 1.5 miles after the left turn, we make a right and get off of 160 but we are still on FM521.

At FM2853, we turn right. About 8.5 miles later, we turn right onto Hwy35. About a mile later, we turn left onto FM616 that will take us into Blessing and pie, glorious pie.

I know this is a circuitous route with a number of turns but there is just no other more glamorous way to traverse Matagorda County. I just did not want to take Hwy59 all the way to El Campo and then south on Hwy71 to Blessing. To stay on Hwy59 for most of the trip is not why we ride. OK, on a Gold Wing we are comfy there but that is not where I want to be.

I am open to suggestions, flames, darts or pie. I plan to be in the Academy parking lot at Hwy59 and FM762 at 8:00am. KSU (kick stands up) at 8:30am. Please be fueled and ready to roll. There is a Shell station on the northeast corner of that intersection if you forgot to fuel up before you left home or if you want to top off or if you need to empty your bladder. My calculaton is this trip from this departure point is about 103 miles so we should not need a fuel stop. At posted speeds, this trip is supposed to take about 3 hours but I suspect we will get there in less time than that.

Also, I know I came up with this route but I DO NOT WANT TO LEAD. I prefer the tail of the pack. Yeah, I know if you ain't the lead dog, the scenery never changes but I am willing to suffer. If I have to lead, you folks are gonna have to stare at the back side of the Great Pumpkin for 100 miles and listen to Tom Tynan's Home Improvement Show or whatever I am listening to on my MP3 player.

See you Saturday morning...

-Saul

[stevenspring]

Take me off the list....I gotta work Saturday

[Gilk51]

list updated (post #1)

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Count: 36 def + 11 prob = 47, 12 maybe

[Quick-Silver]

list updated (post #1)

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Count: 36 def + 11 prob = 47, 12 maybe

Chuck,

About what time can we look for you? I don't want to be too early. It can be embarrassing. Just kidding.:lol2:

If the nametag icon is green, it means it was left over from the last time! :lol2: :rofl:

SEYA

:rider: :eat: :rider:

[Gilk51]

About what time can we look for you? I don't want to be too early. It can be embarrassing. Just kidding.:lol2:

I plan to be there about 10:00 AM. We are leaving in a bit and will be spending the night in Bay City.

[Simmons1]

Chuck you were right about the Hotel situation.

I am leaving at 5am'ish tomorrow morning, hopefully I won't be late!

[Outlander]

Put me a probable.

[aharbi]

...but because of my oil filter relocation kit they don't stock my oil filter and its taking forever to get the shipment in. I've got to find a better way to deal with this so it doesn't take two weeks for an oil change. :giveup: :tears:

I get my oil filters for my oil relocation kit at Autozone. I also have a V-Star 1100. This may help:
Oil Filters for the Phat / Elite ORK:

Harley Davidson (63805-80A, black) or (63796-77A, chrome)

EMGO (10-82420, black) or (10-82400, chrome)
HIFLO (HF-170, black) or (HF170C, chrome)
K&N (KN-170, black) or (KN170C, chrome)
K&N (KN-171, black) or (KN171C, chrome) with anti backflow valve
AMSOIL (SMF 135 (or 134?), black) or (SMF 135C (or 134C?), chrome)

Oil Filters For the Perf-form ORK (updated 11/28/06)
See above list (Phat/Elite ORK) - same HD filters used
Oil filters for the ME ORK (updated 03/24/07)
Just ask for an Equivalent Roadstar (99 to present) filter:
(note: these are all metric filters)


Yamaha 3FV-13440-00
Perf-form (J-503 black) or (J-503C for chrome)
Amsoil (SDF13 or SMF103 black) or (SMF103C for chrome)
EMGO (10-82230 black) or (10-82220 for chrome)
Bosch (3300)
Fram (6017A) Fram also makes a Chrome one pn?????
Hastings (LF-113)
HIFLO (HF303) or (HF303C for chrome)
K&N (KN-303) or (KN-303C for chrome)
NAPA Gold (1358)
Purolator (ML16817)
STP (SDF13)
Wix (51358)

Oil Filters For the Jardine ORK (updated 11/27/06)
See above list (ME ORK) - same metric filters used
Oil Filters For the Barons ORK (updated 05/16/07)
See above list (ME ORK) - same metric filters used

Avoid Fram Filters - paper ends have been reported to disintegrate

[Gilk51]

I am leaving at 5am'ish tomorrow morning, hopefully I won't be late!

Well, our departure has been delayed until my wife gets back from the vet - we just broke up a dog fight in the backyard - they killed a squirrel and then fought over it. One of the dogs has two ugly puncture woulds in her leg. :-(

We have a reservation & will be leaving sometime today. <sigh>

[Gilk51]

Well, I am about to depart. Susan will stay and see what happens with the pooch. :-( If they get her out at a reasonable time, she may come on down, however, it looks improbable.

Sorry, Raul, didn'r get you processed. See everyone in Blessing. Ride safely.
:rider: :eat: :rider:

[Squeaky]

OK, let's try to take some time out of fixing fences & remodeling the kitchen to get back on this pie thing...

Ok. I copied your post over to the Katy/West Hou/Sugarland thread: http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?p=490579#post490579

[crawl]

I have a question for anyone who has ridden some of the southern Fort Bend roads. Are Cow Creek Rd and Nash Rd paved roads? They appear to be from Google's satellite images but I need to make sure. Some of the people who have indicated they are going need/want paved roads. I have never ridden those two roads before.


That road is fully paved from 1462 to 35. It's a bit bumpy in the beginning, with a couple of very tight turns over bridges, so watch your speed at first.

Paul

[FJRMike]

That road is fully paved from 1462 to 35. It's a bit bumpy in the beginning, with a couple of very tight turns over bridges, so watch your speed at first.

Paul

Not sure if Cow Creek is open - it may be mudded over from the storm.

[FJRMike]

I am planning on leaving from the 1st Nat Bank at corner of HW 35 east bypass and HW 6 in Alvin on Saturday morning. This is by the new Wally World..

Will go down 1462 to 521 to Brazoria and go by the nuclear plant on the way.

Should take about 3.5 hours at a +5 mph pace..

Stands up at 0830 and all are welcome.

My cell is 832-248-6502.
Mike

[Gilk51]

I'm in Bay City tonight - anyone coming thru here on 35 or something tomorrow?

Or will I just have to beat you there?

Remember that the restaurant does not open for lunch until 11:00. I think they serve breakfast until 10:00...

:rider: :eat: :rider:

[Simmons1]

Chuck:

How long did it take you to get there?

I am trying to figure out what time to set my alarm clock for:eek2:

[Squeaky]

Chuck:

How long did it take you to get there?

I am trying to figure out what time to set my alarm clock for:eek2:

Now you know how WE feel for Hico, Celina, Edom, Canton... :sun:

[Gilk51]

Chuck:

How long did it take you to get there?

I am trying to figure out what time to set my alarm clock for:eek2:

It was right at 300 miles for me - I left at noon - took 20 to I35W, then 77 south in Waco. Stopped for lunch and petrol in Cameron. Took 36 to Wallis then 60. Stopped for photo in Somerville. Stopped to return the wife's call in Brenham (went thru town - there is a bypass that is faster) Stopped in Wharton and arrived in Bay City about 6:15.

Bay City is east of where you want to go but about the same mileage.

Good luck - see you tomorrow...

[Gilk51]

Now you know how WE feel for Hico, Celina, Edom, Canton... :sun:

Don't forget Ponder! :nana:

[Simmons1]

Now you know how WE feel for Hico, Celina, Edom, Canton... :sun:

Getting up early is not a problem for me, being late for lunch is!:rofl:

It was right at 300 miles for me - I left at noon.... arrived in Bay City about 6:15.

Bay City is east of where you want to go but about the same mileage.

Good luck - see you tomorrow...

Thanks Chuck!

If you are bored you can watch me travel in the morning:

http://jasonjonas.org/spot/tripViewer.do?id=435

[SUNKISSED]

Oh, Friday evening and I'm a very strong yes/maybe? :sun:
Cindy

[Squeaky]

Oh, Friday evening and I'm a very strong yes/maybe? :sun:
Cindy

[soup nazi voice] No nametag for you! [/soup nazi voice]

[Gilk51]

If you are bored you can watch me travel in the morning:

http://jasonjonas.org/spot/tripViewer.do?id=435

I am sure that you can make better time than I did - you can probably make it on one tank and not stop at all! ;-)

[Simmons1]

I am sure that you can make better time than I did - you can probably make it on one tank and not stop at all! ;-)

That is the plan!

[crawl]

I'm sorry but I planned to attend tomorrow with a friend, but I hurt my wrist this week working around the house, and at this point I don't think I'm going to be up for the ride tomorrow. Still typing with one hand...so please cancel us from the list.
Thanks,
Paul

[Tourmeister]

I'm heading down with Pkiser and JacknTexas. I'll be loaded down with TWT T-shirts and stickers. We hope to be there a little before 11:00am so that I might snag a table to setup shirts.

See you tomorrow :eat:

[lddave]

Anyway... regardless of the meeting spot, we take 762 all the way around past the nuke plant at Smither's Lake and Brazos Bend State Park to FM1462. The FM762 leg is about 18 miles
-Saul

The power plant is not a nuke it consists of 5 gas fired units and 4 PRB coal fired units. The nuke plant is in Wadsworth. Have fun I will be working at the coal fired unit Saturday.

[kurt]

I'm pretty sure at this point that the planets have not aligned. :yawn:

[Gilk51]

I'm heading down with Pkiser and JacknTexas. I'll be loaded down with TWT T-shirts and stickers. We hope to be there a little before 11:00am so that I might snag a table to setup shirts.

See you tomorrow :eat:

:doh: No clue that you were coming.

I *DO* need to get a supply of stickers - folks up in our area keep thinking that I am supposed to have them... :shrug:

[Gilk51]

OK, if nobody is planning to come this way, I'm off on a quick trip to Edna and a courthouse!

See ya'll in Blessing!

:rider: :eat: :rider:

[Sharpshooter]

Woke up this morning at 5:20 with pie on my mind but my stomach had other plans. It is best that I not venture far from home / a bathroom. There has to be something about pie that brings Murphy out...

-Saul

[Texason]

I am looking forward to the after action reports. This would have been my first pie run except Ike moved Texas/Arkansas to today. I've been a season ticket holder for 24 years and choosing between the pie run and the football game was a difficult decision. :doh: