Uncle's Around the Bend 2009 attendance list

[Richard_]

If you are planning on attending Uncle's Around the Bend non-event and want to be added to the attendance list, please respond to this thread and I'll add your name.

1. Uncle
Richard_
Connie_
WoodButcher
DFW Warrior (Bill)
FJR Bandit
Calgary-Yogi
Ixta (Joel)
Hotair
Jbay

11. ISURF (Jeff)
PigTrail (Richard)
Dad PigTrail
Ruidosa Ron
echo boom (Rachel) now Butte
Outlaw6Guy
Pinklloyd
Jerry
Horkatrans (Mark)
GSer (Robert - for life, for love, forever)

21. ed29
o matic (Mike)
Rick M
Jim D
Jay R
David N
LOSTINTX
Deer Slayer (Bill)
mlstuts (Martin)
Dirtrideroader (Chris)

31. medinacaver
beemin
busted knuckle (Gary)
chopperbob (Bob)
slowoldguy
justin1889
no-name nephew #2
mff (Huggin' Mike :mrgreen: )
bigdon55
skup

41. revog
sickjoepick
gtunche
roundblack (Brian)
Robert K
Dave Bell
PharrSide
Cotton
Tomcat (Tom)
BikerBob (Robert)

51. Devine Rider (Hap)
GL1800
Dirtbike Dave (Dave)
Primate (John)
Motor 1
Motor 2? (Rox & Rick - not sure which one is Motor 1)
Lanny Marshall
Cherry Marshall
Moose
spidennis

61. Tom Riley
Leda Riley
Apollo
Hood Ornament
Sean
Desert Coyote
Desert Coyote's brother Richard
Tiger Jeff
Voni's Paul
Paul's Voni


71. txdiamond17
friend #1 of txdiamond17
friend #2 of txdiamond17
Team Pink
- Uncle Dave Hemphill
- Snowball Gary Miller
- Shadetree (Bill Dragoo)
- Randy Ruark (no nickname yet)
- Grumpy (Gary)
- Phil (looking for a nickname)
Sparky

81. Zugg Zugg
stan817
American Idol Bryan
Jim Green
Klaus
Jim Knight
JRed
DaKingMan (Charlie)
SigepKat (Chris)
Snag

91. FooFighter
RTKLR (Jim)
rjudge (Rick)
kda515 (Nomad Ken)
psychodad (Colin)
psychodad friend 1: Kevin
psychodad friend 2: Brad
psychodad friend 3: Howard
Red Leader +1 (cris & denise)
Red Leader +1 (cris & denise)

101. northeastokie (Duane)
Clayton Walther (trailrider77)
Justin (je2000)
Casey Fry (gotdurt)
Dao Hoang
David Odom
Mrs. David Odom
CCKBMW - the other half of Robert K
tourmeister
Desmo (Steve)

111. cas446 (Chris)
Welborn Mark
Keith (fangs)
David A. (Scooter)
Gary (Shaman)
Terri (Lucy)
Mikel (Rainman)
Jenny (Jenny- Rainman's wife)
Jerry (Digit)
Alice (Alice- Digit's Wife)

121. Dirtbomb [Chris]
Loose Bolt [Nace]
Ronnie
Rick
Darin Griffith

[DFW_Warrior]

One please....

[FJR Bandit]

If this is the Feb ride, I'm in.

[Richard_]

If this is the Feb ride, I'm in.

It is. I've added you to the list.

[Calgary-Yogi]

I'M IN

[Ixta]

Yup. Joel.

[Hotair]

IN!! It is all JOEL'S fault!!!

[Jbay]

count me in

[ISURF]

Count me in, Thanks.
Jeff

[PigTrail]

I'm in +1 (Dad flying in from VA)

Richard

[Ruidoso Ron]

I'm in.

[Butte]

I'm in!

[Outlaw6Guy]

I'm in..........already got my RV spot reserved.

[Pinklloyd]

Richard put me down on the list.
Pink

[Jerry]

YeeHaw!!! Jerry's a-comin' :rider:

[subcomm]

Horkatrans (Mark) is in.

[GSer]

I'll definitely be there! And I'll try to drag a couple more GS riders with me.

Robert

[ed29]

I am IN!

[o_matic]

YeeHaw!!! Jerry's a-comin' :rider:

Yeah! what he said:mrgreen: , except I'm Mike, not Jerry.

[RICK M]

Count me in - Rick M

[JimD]

Jim D
Jay R
David N

Was there last year and had a blast...looking forward to the ride again...

[LOSTINTX]

I'm IN.............

[Deer Slayer]

I plan to be there.

[DFW_Warrior]

Wow... that list is getting long already!!!

[mlstults]

I'm onboard, too.
Martin

[Dirtrideroader]

Put me down as attending.

[medinacaver]

please add me to the list

MC

[BEEMIN]

Add me to the list, please. I'll try camping, if the weather allows.

[busted knuckle]

Hi - count me in too Richard. Also, please provide me with Uncle's phone number as I am planning to (perhaps) stay the winter in the area. Last year I got some good leads for possible land purchase from Uncle, so perhaps you can personal email me? Thanks in advance - Gary aka Busted Knuckle.

[chopperbob]

Richard, count me in. I think I will be with Rusty.
Bob

[slowoldguy]

Count me in, Richard. As prep for doing MexTrek next year with the gang the nephews and I have bought three bikes in 2 days (last Fri and Sat) :eek2: , 2 KLR's and a DR. The farkling and dirt mods have already begun. Nephew 2 has decided this non-event will be an excellent tune-up. I, OTOH, will need a couple of mini-tune-ups before the tune -up based on the level of skill I exhibited in our Sunday ride .:giveup:

[mff]

Yes, I'am in! Make sure Uncle lines up some cute waitress's to hug.
MFF

[slowoldguy]

That would be
slowoldguy
justin1889
no-name nephew #2



(get your own name, aaron. They're free. ;))

[bigdon55]

Please add me to the non event list !:rider:

[skup]

I'm in also as of now.

[revog]

Add Revog to your list

[Mike in Clear Lake]

Add me too! Should be there with a new d/p. I will also do the Mexico ride.

Mike

[TexasShadow]

I have only so much vacation time and so many places to be. I decided today that I won't be going to BB in Feb. Been invited to ride trails in Tennessee in Spring. That will be a perfect compliment to riding the canyons in Utah in the fall. Thus the Balance of My Universe will be maintained.

I need to retire, sell the house and stuff and just ride the bike everywhere..........
Screw the job.

[sickjoepick]

Newbie to the site with a new (to me) 07 KLR. I'll be there. I own 40 acres near Black Hill - 23 miles N of Study Butte. Terlingua ranch property is still pretty cheap if you deal with locals. I guarantee you can ride Terlingua ranch's 1000 plus miles of DS roads if you are member of POATRI (see poatri.org)! Awesome country but leave only tracks!

[gtunche]

Count me in

[Outlaw6Guy]

I need to retire, sell the house and stuff and just ride the bike everywhere..........
Screw the job.


Now you're talkin!

[DFW_Warrior]

Uncle or Richard, do you guys have approximate numbers from last year's event? I was just wondering how this one was shaping up compared to last year.

[WoodButcher]

Well, just looking at the attendance threads, we are up to 44 right now and last year there were only 50 names total.

I looked at a couple of pictures from the ride report and tried to count bikes, but only got 29. That seems awfully low to me. So guessing I say close to the attendance list.

[Richard_]

I think 50 - 60 people attended last year. Uncle had a number of friends from Oklahoma attend who did not sign the attendance roster.

Based on the response so far, I expect more riders to attend this year.

[jhansen]

Not that I commit to anything past next week, but is there anybody going down there on a street bike? It will be highly unlikely that I will have a DS (unless I win the lotto) and wonder if there are street people going too.

[Richard_]

Jeff,

I don't know if there will be riders on street-only bikes, but last year there were riders who only rode pavement (including me). Street riders are very welcome at Uncle's "Run what ya brung" non-event. Hope you can make it.

[roundblack]

Not that I commit to anything past next week, but is there anybody going down there on a street bike? It will be highly unlikely that I will have a DS (unless I win the lotto) and wonder if there are street people going too.

I have a street bike and I really want to do this trip! :rider:

Is anyone else from Austin going? I'm waffling between riding out or trailering. I even priced out renting a pop up trailer with a "toy hauler deck."
http://www.americandreamvacations.net/pics/391-sideview.jpg

[gtunche]

I will be on my R1100RT BMW

[jhansen]

Thanks....now to start working the schedule.

[chopperbob]

Roundblack,
I think there are lots of riders from Austin attending. Some ride and some
trailer etc. Last year Rusty and I trailered three bikes and hoteled it.
There are many options. RV parks, free camping (near Uncles) Motels and of course
Lajitas (more upscale). Mabey you can score room with someone who will be taking a large trailer. There are lots of rides for street only bikes. Its amazing how much stuff the street and D/S guys carry with them.
Bob

[WoodButcher]

Lajitas resort declared bankruptcy a while back. I don't know what's open there for places to stay. Check it when you are down there next week Bob.

[roundblack]

Richard, put me down for one!

[chopperbob]

I will do that. It looks like i'm not taking the bike with me. The wifey will be cooking Thanksgiving dinner in the rv and I havent come up with any body
to ride with. Ill make up for it on the Uncles ride. Will be spending lots of time on the porch for sunsets etc.
Bob

[Robert K]

Count me in also. Sounds like fun. And a good warm up for the TAR.
Robert Krull

[WoodButcher]

Welcome to the site Robert.

[Robert K]

Hi Rusty, I lurk a lot but don't post much. Actually TWTEX is one of the few motorcycle forums I read. Great site and I'm really envious of that Mexico trip Richard and Crew just took. Maybe next year.
We have our Christmas Party here on Dec. 13 so maybe we'll see you here. I guess I ought to ask Richard about posting info on it. Lot's of good food and good times.

[Dave Bell]

Richard please put me on the list.

Dave Bell

[PharrSide]

Count me in unless there is a heatwave in the forecast for that weekend. Been there, done that. February should be OK.

[slowoldguy]

Nice to see ya' Robert. Greetings from West of Waco. Will be down at the shop Friday early with Savage picking up his new "red" victim. He's talking about trying to make this trip but I think surgery will win out this time. Talk him into Mexico. The nephews and I are planning on doing this as a tune-up for Mexico but who knows, we may just head staright down south. ;)

[GTgirl]

I wanna go....are us ladies invited to this one?

Delores

[Mike in Clear Lake]

Richard_

You can scratch me off of the list. I was hoping to do Uncle's in conjunction with my Feb '09 MEX ride, but the dates conflict with the dates for an amateur bullfighting school I am attending near SLP.

Mike

[Richard_]

I wanna go....are us ladies invited to this one?

Delores

Delores,

Absolutely, the ladies are invited. Quite a few attended last year.

Should I add your name to the list?

[cotton]

Richard,
Please add me to the list.
Probably will bring another rider as well.
Will be camping out of my enclosed bike trailer.
Cotton

[Tomcat]

See you there! Probably linking up with the early group.

[BeemerBob]

Please add me to the list.

Robert Squires
(254) 744-4402
Robert@TexasPropertyServices.com

[Devine Rider]

I'll be joining the ride also. -Hap

[GL1800]

Me Too!!!!

[primate]

Richard,
Made reservations for me and Dirtbike Dave yesterday, put us on the list.

[Motor 1]

Not quite set in concrete yet. But pencil us in. Rox & Rick. We met Uncle & Richard (and a few other nice peoples) last Feb 08 at Uncles camp site.

[Motor 1]

I have a small toy hauler (7 X 16). Anyone have any idea where I could stick it? I don't need hook-ups as I can just dry camp for a week or so. Thanks

[Richard_]

I have a small toy hauler (7 X 16). Anyone have any idea where I could stick it? I don't need hook-ups as I can just dry camp for a week or so. Thanks

You can park it next door to Uncle's. The property next to his is called Gareth Park and the owner has opened it up for free camping.

[RICK M]

Richard,
Made reservations for me and Dirtbike Dave yesterday, put us on the list.

DANG IT ,
I wont be the only black KLR at Big Bend ,Primo will be there .Thats ok I will borrow some duct tape from Duct tape Dave and fix that problem .:trust:

[Motor 1]

Thank you Richard. :sun: If I get there early can I still camp there? We might arrive around the 1st of Feb.

[primate]

Rick, I was hoping to do some custom graphics in silver, but I think duct tape might be a tad redneckish.:lol2: I need a little farkling before I can park next to you.

[Richard_]

Thank you Richard. :sun: If I get there early can I still camp there? We might arrive around the 1st of Feb.

I just spoke with Uncle and he says no problems. You can either park on his property or next door.

[ltlxvz]

We plan to be there, staying at the El Dorado. It will be the first time for us to visit Big Bend and we look forward to getting advice on what roads to ride and places to see. See yall there!

Lanny and Cherry Marshall

[Motor 1]

OK Richard, Thank you & Uncle. See ya all then. :sun:

[FJR Bandit]

We plan to be there, staying at the El Dorado. It will be the first time for us to visit Big Bend and we look forward to getting advice on what roads to ride and places to see. See yall there!

Lanny and Cherry Marshall

Are you looking for street or dirt or both?

[ltlxvz]

Are you looking for street or dirt or both?

Both. Some pavement as long as it leads to dirt roads which we prefer. Easy to moderate class 1 dirt roads are best for our ability.

ltl
'82 SP 500
'01 250 Nighthawk (slightly modified)

[FJR Bandit]

Both. Some pavement as long as it leads to dirt roads which we prefer. Easy to moderate class 1 dirt roads are best for our ability.

ltl
'82 SP 500
'01 250 Nighthawk (slightly modified)

You are welcome to join me on Saturday. We can do Hen Egg, Moon Valley, and some other Class 1 dirt roads. But be warned, I get lost easy like Squeaky but with out a GPS.:doh:

I'm hopeing to have all the parts in time to mount my GPS on the DR.

[Moose]

In!

[spidennis]

put me on the list!
the last time I was in big bend was back in 1980!
I'll trailer over my 03wr250f .....
and be camping, if possible.
i might even be able to bring another rider or so ......

[GTgirl]

Delores,

Absolutely, the ladies are invited. Quite a few attended last year.

Should I add your name to the list?


I am thinking very seriously about this since I will be missing the after Christmas ride to Mexico

Delores

[Mike in Clear Lake]

I am thinking very seriously about this since I will be missing the after Christmas ride to Mexico

Delores

Is there something I don't know about? Who's going to Mexico after Christmas?

[TRiley]

Add us to the list:
Tom & Leda Riley

[Apollo]

I'm so in!

[BeemerBob]

Is there something I don't know about? Who's going to Mexico after Christmas?

Mike, did you ever get any more information about a trip to Mexico after Christmas? I too would be interested in more info. Please post if you get more info on this.

[Mike in Clear Lake]

Mike, did you ever get any more information about a trip to Mexico after Christmas? I too would be interested in more info. Please post if you get more info on this.

Bob,

See the link http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34205 Nothing concrete yet. Hoping to rendezvous with anybody who will be down there at the time.

Note Mardi Gras in Mexico during that time.

Mike

[DIRT BIKE DAVE]

Rick M & Primate
There will be one more BLACK KLR there.After I get 685 kit installed,With or without my fancy silver graphics(duct tape).Ill leave both of you in my dust.HaHa.Looking forward to the trip

[RICK M]

I will be ready to ride in your dust, that might be better than following that clapped out smoking KRYLON BLACK DUCT GRAPHICS KLR 650 .......:rofl: :lol2: Rick M
I just had surgury on my left hand to replace the thumb joint so I am still hoping to be ready for this ride...:rider:

Rick M & Primate
There will be one more BLACK KLR there.After I get 685 kit installed,With or without my fancy silver graphics(duct tape).Ill leave both of you in my dust.HaHa.Looking forward to the trip

[primate]

Two months should be enough time to heal, otherwise we'll have another use for duct tape...

[RICK M]

YOU GOT THAT RIGHT ,I may need it .
Rick M
Two months should be enough time to heal, otherwise we'll have another use for duct tape...

[Hood Ornament]

In! Sean's in as well.

[Desert Coyote]

Richard,

I am in!

[TJ1776]

Tiger Jeff is in!

[Voni]

Paul and I will be there.

Heck, we're always here :sun:

Stop by our adobe 25 sMiles north of Study Butte. Iced tea or coffee always ready for visitors.

Voni
sMiling

[DFW_Warrior]

Paul and I will be there.

Heck, we're always here :sun:

Stop by our adobe 25 sMiles north of Study Butte. Iced tea or coffee always ready for visitors.

Voni
sMiling

What about some hot cocoa? If it's chilly out, we just might be doing that....:rider:

[Voni]

Deal!

And marshmallows!

Voni
sMiling

[DFW_Warrior]

I am SO there!!!!!

[txdiamond17]

Me and 2 other guys are in, can't wait!!!

[gmsnowball]

Team Pink returns for an encore performance. We were there in 2007 just after it snowed and an ice storm. Obviously we didn't get to ride as much as we wanted as most of the roads were closed. We managed to have an adventure of epic proportions anyway :eek2: but are eagerly waiting on a return visit to the Bend. We have unfinished business there.:lol2:


Team Pink Members

Dave Hemphill aka "Uncle Dave", a Jayhawker
Gary Miller aka "snowball", an okie
Bill Dragoo aka "durtrider", another okie
Tim Edwards aka, "yet to be determined" or should I say earned, :rofl: another jayhawker

More members may be added later

Can't wait, it should be great.....

[sparkyphotog]

I'm in.

[Squeaky]

I'm in.

:clap: You're finally going to see Big Bend!

[sparkyphotog]

:clap: You're finally going to see Big Bend!

Yup - and it's about time. :rider:

[Zugg Zugg]

Zugg Zugg is in. I am also bringing a buddy. This will be my first ride with fellow TWT riders. Man, am I looking forward to it!

[gmsnowball]

Team Pink returns for an encore performance. We were there in 2007 just after it snowed and an ice storm. Obviously we didn't get to ride as much as we wanted as most of the roads were closed. We managed to have an adventure of epic proportions anyway :eek2: but are eagerly waiting on a return visit to the Bend. We have unfinished business there.:lol2:


Team Pink Members

Dave Hemphill aka "Uncle Dave", a Jayhawker
Gary Miller aka "snowball", an okie
Bill Dragoo aka "shadetree", another okie
Tim Edwards aka, "yet to be determined" or should I say earned, :rofl: another jayhawker

More members may be added later

Can't wait, it should be great.....

Let's go....any more news. Any tracks to share?

[flashstromer]

IN!!


Any of you Texans want me to bring you some "real" BBQ?:lol2:

[Squeaky]

Any of you Texans want me to bring you some "real" BBQ?:lol2:

Y'all do ribs, we do brisket/sausage. :mrgreen:

[flashstromer]

Y'all do ribs, we do brisket/sausage. :mrgreen:


Ya'll do "pie runs"... we do BBQ meetings.:giveup:

[Richard_]

Let's go....any more news. Any tracks to share?

Here's the latest news from Big Bend, as of Jan 3rd.

The river is still high, but the flood waters have receeded. All the roads affected by the flood are now re-opened, with the exception of River Road in the park. The west end of River Road is closed but the east end is open, allowing access to the southern end of Black Gap Rd. I will be surprised if River Road is still closed in Feb.

Hwy 170 is re-opened, though there is a short bypass just east of Presidio. The bypass is a graded rock road but can be ridden by any motorcycle.

There is a new camping hostel open for business in Terlingua, next door to the Boathouse Restaurant/Bar. It is called Las Ruinas Camping Hostel. I don't know much about it but believe it has a kitchen, showers, and toliet. It also has some nice looking "Miner Tents" for rent if you want to camp but don't have a tent. Call "The Boathouse Restaurant and Bar" to make reservations.

[DFW_Warrior]

I'm in.

:clap: That makes me happy!!!!

All the roads affected by the flood are now re-opened, with the exception of River Road in the park. The west end of River Road is closed but the east end is open, allowing access to the southern end of Black Gap Rd. I will be surprised if River Road is still closed in Feb.

I heard a rumor that a certain rider (who shall remain nameless) did the entire River Road while down there with the Desert Rats. I don't know how legal that might or might not be, but I can say that if it's not open by the end of Uncle's ride, that I'll probably chance it anyway.

[Calgary-Yogi]

I'm in.

Great News

[WoodButcher]

:clap: That makes me happy!!!!



I heard a rumor that a certain rider (who shall remain nameless) did the entire River Road while down there with the Desert Rats. I don't know how legal that might or might not be, but I can say that if it's not open by the end of Uncle's ride, that I'll probably chance it anyway.

You talking about *****? You couldn't get him to stop talking about how nice (and difficult) it was. Long silt beds and sand. Virgin silt beds even. He suggested I that I shouldn't try it on the Transalp. I'll bet he fesses up anyway. No visual evidence he was there anyway because he didn't stop and take pictures.

[DFW_Warrior]

You talking about *****? You couldn't get him to stop talking about how nice (and difficult) it was. Long silt beds and sand. Virgin silt beds even.

Yep that would be him. And I'm really kicking myself for not having the same chance to go and do the same thing. Man, that would have been oh so sweet.

[Desert Coyote]

Well good for him. He is has more guts than me. When I was down there at there at end of October the west end was closed. I entered through the east end and went down the GAP and rode for about another 10 miles or so and got tired and turned around. I was a little tired from the first day of riding and if I was with another rider I probably would of tried the whole run but did not want to wipe out or get stuck with the "unknow" in the middle of the Chihuahan Desert. I am really getting pumed up about this trip and truth be said I wish it was at the end of this month cause "I AM READY TO ROLL!!!" Anyway looking forward to meeting everyone and listening and learing from the veterans trail blazers!

[Calgary-Yogi]

You talking about *****? You couldn't get him to stop talking about how nice (and difficult) it was. Long silt beds and sand. Virgin silt beds even. He suggested I that I shouldn't try it on the Transalp. I'll bet he fesses up anyway. No visual evidence he was there anyway because he didn't stop and take pictures.

He that will not be mentioned, continued to remind us well after you left :lol2:

[skup]

Any one riding from Houston to Big Bend?

[Desert Coyote]

Skud,

Is That Riding Or Driving?

[skup]

Riding. I'm thinking of leaving on Wednesday afternoon which will require a night some where.

[Desert Coyote]

Skup, As of right now my brother is coming with me. We are planning on leaving Monday morning camping in the park mon, tues, and weds. As of now we are not planning on pulling a trailor. If he bails out I will let you know.

[Desert Coyote]

Skup, Scratch that last post. You are RIDING sorry and nevermind.

[stan817]

I'm in! This sounds great. I'm a rookie at this, so excuse the dumb questions.

How far in between gas stops?

Is there a place with water and electricity for my toy hauler?


Stan

[ed29]

I'm in! This sounds great. I'm a rookie at this, so excuse the dumb questions.

How far in between gas stops?

Is there a place with water and electricity for my toy hauler?


Stan


There is an RV park in Study Butte, and another in Terlingua itself.

Gas stops are determined by whichever route you choose to ride. Mostly we meet for breakfast and group up with riders that want to go the same way that day. Nothing is set in advance, it is (as Richard says) a non-event event.

[skup]

I just spent last week in Big Bend. Two locations for gas.


Just out side the park near the city of Terlingua. Intersection of 170 and 118 comming into the park on the west side. Two gas stations located at the intersection.
In the middle of the park at the intersection of 118 (or Maverick Dr) and 385. Also listed as Big Bend Headquarters and visiter Center (Panther Junction). One station located there.

Those are the only ones I found.

[WoodButcher]

If you can make it 100 miles on tank then you can do a lot of riding there. You still need to be careful, but that will get you on a lot of good roads.

Other gas station is in Rio Grande village, far south east corner of the park.

[skup]

I agree. 100 miles on a tank will get you back to a gas station with out too much problems. In addition the gas station in the center of the park is at most 40 miles from the farthest locations in the park.

[American Idol Bryan]

I will be there:headbang: :headbang:

[GL1800]

Got a tire question! what type of off road riding will I be able to do with the stock metzler tourance tire that comes on the 2009 R1200GSA. or should I go ahead and get a more agressive dirt tire now instead of waiting till I wear them out.

[Richard_]

Got a tire question! what type of off road riding will I be able to do with the stock metzler tourance tire that comes on the 2009 R1200GSA. or should I go ahead and get a more agressive dirt tire now instead of waiting till I wear them out.

If it's dry the Tourance will be okay on 90% of the dirt roads. The 10% or so of sand and/or pea gravel will be a handful, but it would be a handful on the big GS anyway.

If you want to make change prior to heading out, certainly a more agressive tire will improve things when you are on the dirt. It's not necessary, but can be a good thing.

I like to run a knobby front tire and a ds rear tire on my Strom. I've got a TKC80 on the front and a Tourance on the back and find it to be a very good combination. The knobby front provides additional traction in the dirt but performs fine for me on pavement.

[GL1800]

Richard, I'll see about changing out the front tire to start with.This weekend I was up at Cycleland ,Nacogdoches (deep sand) and the front end was a plow!! Thanks for the help Lary

[Desert Coyote]

I have stayed at the R.V. park in Study Butte several times. I think its called the Big Bend RV park or Study Butte RV park, it is on the internet. I agree with Skup a 100 mile tank will do you just fine. I went ahead and purchased a 1 gallon can and bunjied it to my wrack on top of my duffle bag which ended making a good back rest. I will have it again, more than likey, just in case but doubt I will need it.

Oh by the way Richard just my brother the other Richard is in too. So we will be arrivng two deep.

Hey did someone say something abut a bar-b-q 1 night?

[Desert Coyote]

I have stayed at the R.V. park in Study Butte several times. I think its called the Big Bend RV park or Study Butte RV park, it is on the internet. I agree with Skup a 100 mile tank will do you just fine. I went ahead and purchased a 1 gallon can and bunjied it to my wrack on top of my duffle bag which ended making a good back rest. I will have it again, more than likey, just in case but doubt I will need it.

Oh by the way Richard just my brother the other Richard is in too. So we will be arrivng two deep.

Hey did someone say something abut a bar-b-q 1 night?

[skup]

BBQ? I had the most amazing BBQ at the Kiva bar in Terligua. Interesting place since it is mostly underground.

[Desert Coyote]

I had the quail sasuage one night and the chicken the other at th KIVA. It was open mic night and a group from Memphis were on vacation and they could all play and sing. Got to listen to some Eagles and Dwight Yokum music. Had a great time. If if new how to dump a pic I could share some but dont know how...? I say we all have meet up there one night too, They have that great patio out back that ought to work, I think. I dont know about the service for dinner. We might be to big of a group...? Is there a Fiesta planned anywhere?

[PigTrail]

This will be my first trip to big bend. My dad's flying in from VA to join us for the ride and we'll be on an xr400 and a green KLR. Looking forward to following some of you around Big Bend.

Any route maps? or suggested rides? or should I just look for somebody to join up with at Kathy's Kosmic Kowgirl Kafe. I think we're going to arrive Wed evening and staying in Terlingua.

[Richard_]

Any route maps? or suggested rides? or should I just look for somebody to join up with at Kathy's Kosmic Kowgirl Kafe. I think we're going to arrive Wed evening and staying in Terlingua.

I'll try to put some routes together and post them up so folks can download them before leaving for Big Bend.

[FJR Bandit]

I'll try to put some routes together and post them up so folks can download them before leaving for Big Bend.

Richard, Will you be including some easy route (like moon valley and hen egg) for the newer riders and some harder routes (like river road and ????) for those with more skills?

[Richard_]

Richard, Will you be including some easy route (like moon valley and hen egg) for the newer riders and some harder routes (like river road and ????) for those with more skills?

Yes. I'll rate the routes so riders have an idea of the level of difficulty of each route.

[Dirtrideroader]

Yes. I'll rate the routes so riders have an idea of the level of difficulty of each route.

Any routes available for people with one good foot? My new seat should be here Friday and it is killing me keeping my foot elevated and crutching around the house.

I did start my 690 yesterday, just to make sure it still started.
I guess I should hook them up to a battery tender.

[skup]

Check out the National Geographic map page. I picked up this map in Big Bend but you can get it off their page. It shows the off road routes and clasifies them by dificulty (paved road, improved road, high clearance road, and four wheel drive road). It is also GPS compatible.

http://www.natgeomaps.com/ti_225

[jredford]

Hi all! Jim Green, Klaus, Jim Knight and I are coming! Are there any motels we can stay at?

Thanks

[Richard_]

Are there any motels we can stay at?

Try:

- The El Dorado in Terlingua
- Chisos Mining Company/ Easter Egg Valley in Study Butte
- Big Bend Motor Lodge in Study Butte
- Longhorn Motel on Hwy 118 north of Study Butte

[DaKingMan]

John,

I will be going as well--are there maps for this? Were you able to get rooms?
I will try to call you tomorrow

rgds,

Charlie

[Richard_]

I will be going as well--are there maps for this?


I'm working on a ride guide + maps for this and hope to have it done this month. I'll announce it when I get it done.

[Desert Coyote]

DaKingMan, Try the Chisos Mining CO. Motel 432-371-2254 tell em Hector sent ya.

[ramblinrog (aka) Uncle]

There is also the Strawbale Guest House in the Ghostown. Call Nick at 432-371-2896. Also there is a room available to rent in the Perry Mansion at the Ghostown. I'll post the contact info. later.

[SigepKat]

Put me down for a maybe...plus a few non-riders that just want to play at Big Bend...

Any idea how many street riders are going? I don't think the Sporty would do the dirt very well...

McLoud

[WoodButcher]

I've heard of a couple that are going. Plenty of good paved roads in the area too.

[Richard_]

Put me down for a maybe...plus a few non-riders that just want to play at Big Bend...

Any idea how many street riders are going? I don't think the Sporty would do the dirt very well...

McLoud

I've added you to the list.

I don't really have any clue as to how many street riders will be attending. There will be some, but since we aren't tracking attendees by bikes I don't know how many.

[roundblack]

Put me down for a maybe...plus a few non-riders that just want to play at Big Bend...

Any idea how many street riders are going? I don't think the Sporty would do the dirt very well...

McLoud

At least one street rider from Austin. :rider:

[SigepKat]

Sweet!

[DFW_Warrior]

I know of a couple street riders that are going. So I don't think you'll be completely alone. But even if you are, it's Big Bend... so it's never a bad thing.

[GSer]

I am already looking forward to this ride. So many people go to Terlingua to visit Roger that I think the county should put up a sign. Maybe something like this. :lol2:

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/454187876_fLocW-XL.jpg

[DFW_Warrior]

I am already looking forward to this ride. So many people go to Terlingua to visit Roger that I think the county should put up a sign. Maybe something like this. :lol2:

:clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:

[kemper's gigi]

I am already looking forward to this ride. So many people go to Terlingua to visit Roger that I think the county should put up a sign. Maybe something like this. :lol2:

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/454187876_fLocW-XL.jpg

That is excellent!

[Richard_]

Robert,

LOL! That's great!

[jredford]

[QUOTE=Richard_;543640]Try:

- The El Dorado in Terlingua
- Chisos Mining Company/ Easter Egg Valley in Study Butte
- Big Bend Motor Lodge in Study Butte
- Longhorn Motel on Hwy 118 north of Study Butte[/QUOTE

Richard would one of these be the "Home Base"? Or doesn't it matter.

thanks!

:rider:

[Richard_]

Try:

- The El Dorado in Terlingua
- Chisos Mining Company/ Easter Egg Valley in Study Butte
- Big Bend Motor Lodge in Study Butte
- Longhorn Motel on Hwy 118 north of Study Butte

Richard would one of these be the "Home Base"? Or doesn't it matter.

thanks!

:rider:

I expect riders will be staying all over the place, some RVing, some camping and some motelling it, so no central home base. My recommendation is for the motel crowd to stay at the El Dorado due to its central location.

We will all meet up each morning at Kathy's Kosmic Kowgirl Kafe for an optional riders meeting. Evening will be on the front porch at the Starlight Theater.

[ramblinrog (aka) Uncle]

I am already looking forward to this ride. So many people go to Terlingua to visit Roger that I think the county should put up a sign. Maybe something like this. :lol2:

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/454187876_fLocW-XL.jpg

THAT'S GOOD!!!!!!:rider:

[ramblinrog (aka) Uncle]

There is also the Strawbale Guest House in the Ghostown. Call Nick at 432-371-2896. Also there is a room available to rent in the Perry Mansion at the Ghostown. I'll post the contact info. later.

The room is $65 nite or $300 week. Call 360-713-3408 Tell Casey, Roger sent ya. Call at aeast 1 week in advance.

[ramblinrog (aka) Uncle]

There is also the Strawbale Guest House in the Ghostown. Call Nick at 432-371-2896. Also there is a room available to rent in the Perry Mansion at the Ghostown. I'll post the contact info. later.

The room is $65 nite or $300 week. Call 360-713-3408 Tell Casey, Roger sent ya. Call at aeast 1 week in advance.

[CraigS.]

You can put me on your list. I just joined TWT, been to BB a few times. Either R1150GS or F650GS.

[gmsnowball]

Please make changes as noted for Team Pink

Durt Rider is actually Shadetree - Bill Dragoo
Slow Guy - Tim Edwards ( had a nick name and didn't know it)
Grumpy - Gary (2 Gary's)
Looking for a nick name - Phil

Thanks Can't wait to eat at the Chili Pepper Cafe'

Where is Kathy's Kosmic Kowgirl Kafe from the Chisos Minning Company Motel?

[Richard_]

Please make changes as noted for Team Pink

Durt Rider is actually Shadetree - Bill Dragoo
Slow Guy - Tim Edwards ( had a nick name and didn't know it)
Grumpy - Gary (2 Gary's)
Looking for a nick name - Phil

Thanks Can't wait to eat at the Chili Pepper Cafe'

Where is Kathy's Kosmic Kowgirl Kafe from the Chisos Minning Company Motel?

Changes made.

Kathy's is next door to the Chisos Mining Company Motel.

[Desert Coyote]

any iedas how many riders we are looking for this event so far..?

[Richard_]

any iedas how many riders we are looking for this event so far..?

100 or so.

[BMWbabe]

I know of a couple street riders that are going. So I don't think you'll be completely alone. But even if you are, it's Big Bend... so it's never a bad thing.

Well SAID!!!!

I'm coming with Sparkyphotog and bringing the wee-TWT's. We're taking turns riding and kid-entertaining but I know there won't be a shortage of fun things to do and see.

Yay Big Bend!!

[sparkyphotog]

:clap: That makes me happy!!!!



Great News

Thanks guys - look forward to seeing you there!

[flashstromer]

OUT!

I've got things keeping me home for Feb so I'll be heading down in March.


Have fun, ya'll.

[Ital/vzla]

I'm in Austin, heading out either the 19 or 20th, not sure yet.
Would like to know if anyone or gruop in the area are riding in the same direction at about the same time?

http://www.twtex.com/forums/attachme...4&d=1227398070
http://www.twtex.com/forums/attachme...7&d=1227399512

[Ital/vzla]

the 19th out of Austin

[RTKLR]

Uncle, I'm planning on being there. See you then. Jim

[Desert Coyote]

Man I just wiped yesterday on my bike. Off of work for a whole freeking week and my bike needs repairs but I am still in. Went to the Monster truck and thrill show at the Reliant on Saturday. It was fun. Those free style bikers are awesome. All I have to say if you ain't the best DON'T ACT LIKE IT! keep all hands on the bars at all time, wear your helmet and no showing off! lol Well I think I am getting my memory back oh yea I need a new gear sihfter the one on my bike is bent up NOW! lol I hope my handle bars are'nt bent but I will check them tommorow.:eek2:

[rjudge]

Made my hotel res yesterday.

Rick

[Calgary-Yogi]

I am now going to have to sit this one out

:tears: :tears: :tears: :tears: :tears: :tears:

[WoodButcher]

I am now going to have to sit this one out

:tears: :tears: :tears: :tears: :tears: :tears:

What? After you got a new bike just for the trip? Work or injury do you in?

[DFW_Warrior]

I am now going to have to sit this one out

:tears: :tears: :tears: :tears: :tears: :tears:

No good buddy. I'll be missin you out there.

[bigdon55]

I am now going to have to sit this one out

:tears: :tears: :tears: :tears: :tears: :tears:
Well crap, who am I going to follow around!:eek2:

[Calgary-Yogi]

What? After you got a new bike just for the trip? Work or injury do you in?

Don't remind me. :doh:

It's the leg. New doc has banned me from riding [for very good reasons] for up to 3 months.

[bigdon55]

Did you re injure the leg doing your Tricks?

[Pinklloyd]

Ditto what Don and Rusty say!!!

Will miss the leader!

Hope you heal well and quickly!

Pinklloyd

[Calgary-Yogi]

Did you re injure the leg doing your Tricks?

You haven't missed any trick riding.

I was riding in BB over X-mas with a blood clot in my leg. My previous doc did not place any risk factor on doing this. My new doctor has greatly increased the risk factor of riding due to both the blood clot and the new drugs I am on.

[bigdon55]

ZZZUP Loyd //:rider: :rider: :rider:

[Desert Coyote]

Yes my left ankle, elbow and shoulder. Nothing broke just swelling. Bashed my head. Scrapers on the right upper forehead. I will survive. Lesson learned all the gear all the time.

[Desert Coyote]

Sorry about that post I thought that was for me.

[sparkyphotog]

Don't remind me. :doh:
It's the leg. New doc has banned me from riding [for very good reasons] for up to 3 months.

Dude, that sucks. :doh: Heal fast buddy!

[kda515]

count me in---Nomad Ken

[Butte]

No good buddy. I'll be missin you out there.

+1 You will be missed. Who's gong to wear Rachel for a backpack this year?

[psychodad]

Count in one Okie......I'll be with 3 Texans. I'm not sure who's worse off???

Colin

[Richard_]

Count in one Okie......I'll be with 3 Texans. I'm not sure who's worse off???

Colin

Have the 3 already added their names to this attendance list? If not, let me know and I'd be pleased to add them.

[TexasShadow]

I was riding in BB over X-mas with a blood clot in my leg. My previous doc did not place any risk factor on doing this. My new doctor has greatly increased the risk factor of riding due to both the blood clot and the new drugs I am on.Ditto. I worried about you every day you rode.

[psychodad]

Have the 3 already added their names to this attendance list? If not, let me know and I'd be pleased to add them.

Richard,
I don't believe they have....... Kevin, Brad & Howard, will be our little weekend dysfunctional family.

Thanks!

Colin

[Aamir]

Hey guys I am new to the forum. I know the ride isn't just for dual sports, I have a VStrom 650 are the dirt rides too much for this bike?

Thanks

[Red Leader]

Please add Red Leader (cris & denise)
Thanks

[Squeaky]

Hey guys I am new to the forum. I know the ride isn't just for dual sports, I have a VStrom 650 are the dirt rides too much for this bike?

Thanks

That would depend on your tire choice, your skill/comfort level, and your "adventure" tolerance. I've done some small sections on my Strom but others have done all/most of it on big GSs, Tigers, and TransAlps.

[WoodButcher]

Yeah, but the Transalp is easy to ride offroad compared to those others.

There are plenty of paved roads in the area too. One of the guys coming down with us is only riding pavement.

[TJ1776]

Hey guys I am new to the forum. I know the ride isn't just for dual sports, I have a VStrom 650 are the dirt rides too much for this bike?

Thanks
The VStrom 650 is a popular choice among dual sporters. Plenty of options even with street tires. Come on down!

Jeff

[Richard_]

Hey guys I am new to the forum. I know the ride isn't just for dual sports, I have a VStrom 650 are the dirt rides too much for this bike?

Thanks

Hi, Aamir.

Welcome to the forum. :welcome:

Most of the non-paved roads in the park are class 2 roads (Motorcycle Non-Paved Road Rating System (http://texasadventure.net/Motorcycle%20Non-Paved%20Road%20Rating%20System.htm)), which are rideable on a Strom. It will be a handful in the sand and loose gravel sections but a rider with average dirt skills should be able to get through. I recommend that you have armor on the bike (skid plate and crash bars) before tackling a class 2 road.

[GTgirl]

I am out of this one this year. I am being punished for being an irresponsible pet owner and will be having puppies sometime that week. Ya'll don't have too much fun with out me. I will be there in spirit!

Delores

[GTgirl]

OK before you guys run with that....let me clarify....my dog will be having puppies that week

Delores

[Richard_]

I'm glad you clarified that. :lol2:

[roundblack]

Reservations made. I'm riding the bike to Alpine on Thursday, and staying in Terlingua on Friday and Saturday.

[jredford]

I was wondering if anyone has GPS routes or tracks for the BB ride? Ae there any preferred routes? Curious and excited!!

:rider:

[WoodButcher]

No planned routes for this. Hence the non-event status. No planned routes, no registration, no fees.

However, there are some people that have been out there that have gps routes and maps. Best thing I can suggest it at the breakfast "rider meeting" get to talking and find a group that is your speed and going to do something that sounds like your ability.

I'll post some map links later and maybe some gps tracks. I just don't have them on this computer.

[Richard_]

I was wondering if anyone has GPS routes or tracks for the BB ride? Ae there any preferred routes? Curious and excited!!

:rider:

Perfect timing on your question.

I just finished a Big Bend ride guide. The guide is a 48 page, spiral bound 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 book that includes 12 different routes - 8 dual sport routes and 4 pavement-only routes. Two 11x17 color maps are included with the ride guide. One of them is a topo map of the Terlingua Ranch area and the other is a map of the primitive roads in Big Bend. The guide also has a link to download the routes for your GPS.

I expect to have the guide back from the printer this week.

The cost for the guide and maps is $25 ($27 if you use paypal). I'll be posting a separate thread about the guide, but if you want to order one now you can do so.

Richard Gibbens
12609 Red Bud Trail
Buda, TX 78610

paypal: rgibbens@austin.rr.com

I will mail the guides and maps to anyone who orders one. Or I can hand carry it to Big Bend in Feb. I will bring a few extras to Big Bend with me, but order one in advance if you are sure you want one.

Richard

[northeastokie]

I will be there

northeastokie (Duane)

08 KLR650
06 KLX250S

[BeemerBob]

There was a thread about this non-event event with dates, more details, etc. but now I cannot seem to find that thread anymore. Can someone point me in the right direction. Thanks

[Richard_]

There was a thread about this non-event event with dates, more details, etc. but now I cannot seem to find that thread anymore. Can someone point me in the right direction. Thanks

Here you go - Uncle's Around the Bend (http://twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33993)

[WoodButcher]

I notice that Jbay is number 10 on the list. He broke his collarbone a week ago and I believe he's out for this ride. I think I talked him into the TAR though.

[TexasShadow]

I notice that Jbay is number 10 on the list. He broke his collarbone a week ago and I believe he's out for this ride. Uh oh. :( Please extend my well wishes for a rapid recovery.

[Jbay]

im OK it was on Sat Jan17th http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35630

a little duct tape and i'm good to go

http://z.about.com/d/movies/1/0/5/n/O/wildhogspic9.jpg

il post some x-rays later on the other post

[CCKBMW]

CCKBMW - the other half of Robert K

[gmsnowball]

Team Pink changes are as follows

Slow Guy - Tim Edwards is out

Looking for a nick name - Randy Ruark is in

We will arrive on the 18th. Looking to get away from the cold and ice.:giveup:

Please tell me the current ice storm in Oklahoma and Texas is not as far south as BBNP:eek2: We want :sun: weather this time.

[WoodButcher]

Uh oh. :( Please extend my well wishes for a rapid recovery.

He's been very nice about it. He hasn't blamed me at all yet. I led the parade down a trail called Crippling Creek. :giveup: 8 riders stopped at the entrance to ponder, 7 entered the trail...6 came out. Actually James rode out too, but not in the same condition he went in.

[Voni]

Please tell me the current ice storm in Oklahoma and Texas is not as far south as BBNP:eek2: We want :sun: weather this time.


:sun: Sunny and close to 80 here again today! :sun:

Voni
sMiling

[Tourmeister]

Well, the KLR got dropped off at the shop last night. He says it should be ready by Friday, possibly early next week. So if that works out, I am in. Steve "Desmo" is also in.

I am in Huntsville. Our plan is for me to meet at Steve's (in Magnolia) and leave from there early Thursday morning. We were going to truck out in his truck with the bikes in the back. However, if there is anyone in the area that might like to go out with us, I have access to a large Mega Cab Dodge and a trailer that can hold five DS bikes with no problem. The truck will seat five adults with room to spare and has a covered bed for all our gear. Shoot me a PM if you are interested in hooking up with us so we can work out the details. I think we will be camping.

[iphorde]

I'm in. Anyone in Frisco, TX area want to trailer? I have a 14ft trailer and 3/4 chevy.

--
iphorde (Byron)

'07 Yamaha WR450R (dual-sported)
'08 KTM (LC8) Adventure 990
'09 BMW F800GS

[Tourmeister]

I'm in. Anyone in Frisco, TX area want to trailer? I have a 14ft trailer and 3/4 chevy.

--
iphorde (Byron)

'07 Yamaha WR450R (dual-sported)
'08 KTM (LC8) Adventure 990
'09 BMW F800GS

Soo.... which bike you taking? :trust:

[iphorde]

Can't decide. :)

[CBAT]

Can't decide. :)

Please, take the 800GS and give us a full ride report on her performance.

[spidennis]

Can't decide. :)

take the wr ..... and have fun!
there's gonna be a few of us with wr machines
and at least one drz ......
we'll leave all the street bikes in the dust!

[jagster]

Would it be ok to use a legalized CRF 230f? Its kinda small bore but its great for offroad so light :D. I'm thinking about going have never ridden much offroad as far as legal duel sporting, recently made it legal. Pending weather and work (I travel with job), I might appear :)

This little bike only goes about 65 top speed, and comfortably around 50 or 55.

[Tourmeister]

Would it be ok to use a legalized CRF 230f? Its kinda small bore but its great for offroad so light :D. I'm thinking about going have never ridden much offroad as far as legal duel sporting, recently made it legal. Pending weather and work (I travel with job), I might appear :)

This little bike only goes about 65 top speed, and comfortably around 50 or 55.

That is what Ed29 used last year :thumb: There were quite a few 200-250cc bikes out there if I recall correctly. Top speed is not really an issue. In the park the max speed is 45 mph everywhere.

[WoodButcher]

One of the guys going out with me will be on a CRF 230 that he is just finishing up the plating process on. I knew someone else that had done it and besides the dual sport kit they went up one tooth on the front sprocket so that cruising at 55 was at lower RPM's. Since the National Park max speed limit is 45 and there is only a short stretch of pavement between Study Butte and the park you won't need to go too fast. If you decide to do more pavement and head for the State Park, you still only have a short section of higher speed highway, but longer than to the NP.

Sorry, the short answer is yes, it will work fine.

[WoodButcher]

Thought Ed was on a XR250?

[spidennis]

I'll be on my WR250F ........

[Tourmeister]

Thought Ed was on a XR250?

Beats me :shrug: It was some kind of Honda twofiddy ;-)

[jagster]

Cool sounds good I will try to make it, if its warm and work allows :D

[jagster]

But I'm getting laser eye surgery the 13th so we will see how that goes might not want to get too much dust in there :(

[Calgary-Yogi]

Thought Ed was on a XR250?

DONT ride any of Ed's bikes, the only outcome of doing that is you end up owning more bikes. :doh:

Thankfully he is taking his KLR for this trip and I already have one of them

[WoodButcher]

Thought you were out for this one. You back in?

[ed29]

It is an XR-250, but there was a CRF-230 out there last year too. Its rider had a blast and range was not a problem at around 100 MPG. I think it was geared up a bit as the rider reported being able to reach 70 or so on pavement. But in most places out there your comfy cruise of 50-55 means you will see more of the great scenery.

In short I encourage you to go with teh 230 for this trip.

[DFW_Warrior]

DONT ride any of Ed's bikes, the only outcome of doing that is you end up owning more bikes. :doh:

I second this motion. I rode his CRF450 for less than 2 miles on the trails, when I stopped him and remarked that I had to own one of them. A couple months later and I bought a WR450.

[ed29]

I guess I have good taste in bike then huh??? Hey Bill.... wanna ride the FJR sometime??
:trust:

[Calgary-Yogi]

Thought you were out for this one. You back in?

Nope

[mallard75]

Three of us were planning to roll down from DFW for our first DS trip... However we had to take the top end off of the XL350R last night... if I can get the new valves ground in and the motor back in and running we will be there.

[FJR Bandit]

Would it be ok to use a legalized CRF 230f? Its kinda small bore but its great for offroad so light :D. I'm thinking about going have never ridden much offroad as far as legal duel sporting, recently made it legal. Pending weather and work (I travel with job), I might appear :)

This little bike only goes about 65 top speed, and comfortably around 50 or 55.

It will be find. I rode a XT225 last year.

[iphorde]

Think it will be safe if I take two down (GS and WR) and leave one unattended?

[Richard_]

Think it will be safe if I take two down (GS and WR) and leave one unattended?

Most likely it will be fine. Might put a disk lock on it just to be sure.

[cas446]

I will be there.

Chris

[cotton]

Richard,
Sorry but I am going to have to bail out on Uncles ride. Really wish I could be there. Started installing a new metal roof on my house and it is taking longer than I thought. I Feel guilty about leaving half a roof on my house and then going away for 8 days. My wife would kill me. Be Safe- have FUN - will try to make Mextrex again.
Cotton- Orange Park, Florida

[WoodButcher]

Think it will be safe if I take two down (GS and WR) and leave one unattended?

I had both my Transalp and WR there last year and at Christmas. I just left the WR cable locked to the post outside my room last year. At Xmas I was at Uncle's and just left it sitting out. However there weren't too many of us there then. But I would plan on some sort of lock for the WR, just for peace of mind.

[DFW_Warrior]

Think it will be safe if I take two down (GS and WR) and leave one unattended?

I'm taking down two. But then again, looking at your bikes compared to mine, I think yours will be more likely to get stolen.:lol2: Mine are ugly and all beat up.

[FJR Bandit]

I was planning on two bikes but do to a recent event :doh: the XT my be the only bike. Or I would be willing to safe guard :trust: someone's WR or GS or ??? :lol2: :lol2:

[ed29]

Recent event???? Are you and the DR alright??

[DFW_Warrior]

No kidding, what happened David?

[WoodButcher]

No kidding, what happened David?


I suspect this: http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36635

Just a gear test and waiting for parts now.

[welborndm]

Welborn Mark (1)

[welborndm]

Hey Richard, I sent in a Check Feb 3rd for the Trip Packet. See ya there. Mark W

[Tourmeister]

Welborn Mark (1)

Welcome to the site Mark! :wave: