Pie Run I: The Sky's The Limit - Conroe, 1/31

[Gilk51]

First Pie Run for 2009 - let's go south!

Definition: Pie Run - TWT's monthly excuse for a ride. Thinly disguised as a "Ride-to-Eat" (RTE), it is a chance for riders from all over the state (and sometimes from other states) to plan routes, organize ride groups, meet with like-minded folk, talk and gawk at all kinds of bikes, eat lunch and have pie for dessert!

Where: Pie in the Sky Company, Conroe,Texas
Pie in the Sky Company
3600 North Loop 336 W.
Conroe, Texas 77306
936-760-3301
Fax 936-760-3324

Recon by: first visited in 2006

Contacted: 1/13 email, 1/26 email

website: Pie in the Sky Co (http://www.pieintheskypieco.com)

GPS: N30.31447 W95.50597

Map: Pie in the Sky (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=3598+North+Loop+336+W,+Conroe,+Montgomery,+Texas&sll=30.314811,-95.504097&sspn=0.007984,0.010471&g=3599+North+Loop+336+W,+Conroe,+Montgomery,+Texas&ie=UTF8&ll=30.314821,-95.50577&spn=0.007984,0.010471&t=h&z=17)

local help: It's on the corner (if you can call it that) of Loop 336 and FM2854. Coming in from the west off TX105, turn right on to the loop and it's about a mile(?) if that south.

detailed local directions: If you come in from the west on 105 you will go south on the 336 Loop for about a mile. The exit to 2854 will be on your right and as you take that exit you will IMMEDIATELY pull into their parking lot.

For those coming from I-45 N you can exit at the 336 Loop and go westbound. The loop will curve north and you will want to take the 2854 exit. The exit will take you 180 degrees back to 2854, you will go west on 2854 under the 336 loop and then take the 336 loop southbound ramp as if to get back on 336. The pie shop will be on your left side just before you make the jump back onto 336.

For those coming from I-45 S you can exit at the 336 Loop and go westbound. The loop will curve south, you will cross Hwy 105 and then follow the above directions.

For those coming I-45 N or S you can exit at Hwy 105 and go westbound a couple of miles to the 336 Loop and then go south. Follow the above directions.

For those coming in on 105 from the east just stay on 105 through Conroe, past I-45 and then follow the above directions.

http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/medium/pieinthesky_conroe.jpg

When:
11:00 AM CDT (1100 for our military minded, for KLR riders, the big hand is on... ;-) )
31 January 2009

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: (64)
Friday clan (5 of 'em)
ToroGuy
GlitterCritter+Randy and Charlette
mikeofcontex+1
Soozy (12)
Squeaky
aharbi
shootergal
wbrisett
Hemibee+AC Cobra (late)
Abby
Snoopster (20)
taminator
10-95+3
windrunner+1 (Windsong)
Chirpy
Beemer Steve
wendy and steve (only counts as 1) (30)
txtinman
4734
Kit_McConnico
mlstults+1
roundblack
rangerdw
klb1122+1
alexM (40)
bmcdonau
StarSapphire+1
JustJ
varnado
skidrow+(2 to 4)?
RICK M+1 (50)
Big A+1
Snook+1
CaroleAnn
james.cain
Velocipede
equipment junkie+1
blesk (60)
prhaussies with shim kit
$hooter+2 (64)

Probable: :cool2: (37)
Gilk51
tortuga
Txstomper67
jbobiccus
TombstoneRider+1
Michelle
scubalizard
Texas T
gixxerjasen (10)
ST/SV+1
Diderich+1
con1408
tuckertaft+1
bongobob+1
Jbay (20)
Sleepy Weasel
treybrad
skidrow
skup
wildebube
JacknTexas
ceddec+1
kennyd
sparkyphotog (30)
tenntoad
MarkSV1k
achesley
SUNKISSED
StarSapphire: 1 more
james9793
Texason (37)

Definite Maybe: :loco: (3)
pub610
Ninjette
MIKEYLIKESIT

Maybe: :scratch: (12)
TombstoneRider: 4 more
scubalizard: 1 more
Prothos
jhansen
pdef
thestudent
crawl (10)
ham
Maverick (12)

Possible: :shrug:
poser

Thinking about it :ponder:
P-Ratt
donroger1

Unlikely but a hair of a chance... :pray:
Dragwn

Cancellations :-(
kurt (house hunting)
sbrogden daughter's 21st BD
rad3766 the voices said "no"
jar675+2 halfzies in New Mexico
Kidder
voyagerrider
drroccostein back out
Simmons1


No Way (doing something else & have to tell you about it ;-) ) :doh:
ctoons (chaperoning middle school students)
McB (New baby on the 23rd)
euromedic (working that day)
Janet (working)
ekms377 (BD party)

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nametags ? ... probably not... :shrug:

Left over from previous events http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me_grn.gif
New ones for this run http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/nametag_me.gif

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Count: 64 def + 37 prob = 101, 15 maybe, 1 possible

:rider: :eat: :rider:

[Gilk51]

I could not get Google Maps to accept "3600 North Loop 336" - it barfed.

Sooo - I need a local to verify that this is where it is - I made my best calculation based on the directions by Jeff (jhansen) and Brian (Texas T).

http://www.twtex.com/photopost/data/500/medium/pieinthesky_conroe.jpg

[pub610]

Good morning, Gilk.
Please list Ninjette and I as Definite Maybe(s). We made it to this one a year or so ago and had a great time.

[Txstomper67]

Yes, Pie in the Sky is at that location. That is all I know about it though never been there. I do go by there at times.

Maybe this will help

If coming from Houston get off at loop 336 and turn left onto loop 336 and follow to FM 2854 you will have to turn right to get to FM 2854 turn right onto FM 2854 and then you will have to turn back right like you was going to get back onto the loop 336 and Pie in the sky is on your left.

If you are coming from Dallas get off at loop 336 (watch out traffic area) turn right onto Loop 336 follow to FM 2854 and turn right and Pie in the sky will be on your right

If coming from Navasota Hwy 105 east to FM 2854 (there is a traffic light at this intersection)( nicer ride and avoids all the traffic lights that are on Hwy 105) and follow that to Loop 336 and Pie in the sky will be on you left as you are turning to get on the loop
(the ramp is a horse shoe)


Oh if I am in town I will try to make it as well will be my first pie run


Hope this helps

[Manfred]

I plan on making this run - on my new beemer :rider:

[Blue Bomber]

You can put the Friday family down as Definite. Surely we can make this one. :sun:

[kurt]

Probable for now.

[jbobiccus]

Quite probable for me.

[TombstoneRider]

Mrs. TombstoneRider and I will more than likely be there.
We might have about 4 others in tow.

:rider:

[ToroGuy]

Me and GlitterCritter are Definite!!

[mikeofcontex]

Location is correct.

Me +1 for sure DV.

[Soozy]

I am going to make this one. I may get a room and ride back the next day. Would anyone want to share? I snore.

[Squeaky]

I should be in for this. :rider:

[Michelle]

I am probable. :eat:

[rad3766]

I will go with a real strong definite maybe...

[Squeaky]

I will go with a real strong definite maybe...

It's too far inland to reach it with the tug, ya know. ;-)

[poser]

I'm going to go with possible on this one, not sure yet.

Is there a group heading out from Katy, any interest in pre-ride breakfast tacos

[scubalizard]

Add Me as definite, and +1 as maybe.

Any one riding up from league city?

[Prothos]

Maybe for me. I will be oncall for work so i have to play it by ear.

[Gilk51]

Should this be cancelled from lack of interest? :huh:
I only posted about it this morning... :ponder:

;-)

[Texas T]

Probable. Never know for sure until that morning.

[Manfred]

Should this be cancelled from lack of interest? :huh:
I only posted about it this morning... :ponder:

;-)

Probably - it's obvious nobody likes pie or riding motorcycles :giveup:

[mikeofcontex]

For those coming from the west, take a right at 2854 just east of Montgomery and miss the lights on 105. Turn north on 336 at Conroe.

For those coming from the south, take the first 336 exit (southside) in Conroe and go west watching for the Pie place after the gentle turn to the north and immediately after crossing 2854. It will be on your left.

For those coming from the north, take the first 336 exit (northside) in Conroe and go west watching for the Pie place after crossing 105 west. It will be on your right.

For those coming from the east, turn to the west on 336 and follow it around until reaching 2854. Watch for the Pie place quickly on the left.

Or... look it up on maps.google.com

[Texas T]

Should this be cancelled from lack of interest? :huh:
I only posted about it this morning... :ponder:
;-) LOL

Yeah, you're a little slow in updating the roster.

They have appreciated our business the last two (3?) times that we've been there and they've always treated us well.

[scubalizard]

Should this be cancelled from lack of interest? :huh:
I only posted about it this morning... :ponder:

;-)

I think that we were waiting for you to do that thing that you are so good at... :eat: PIE RUNS!!:eat:

[TombstoneRider]

If anyone else wants to ride with us down from College Station, we will be cutting thru the pine woods. this will make for an awesome ride.

[drroccostein]

Put me down as a probable.

[gixxerjasen]

For those coming from the west, take a right at 2854 just east of Montgomery and miss the lights on 105. Turn north on 336 at Conroe.

For those coming from the south, take the first 336 exit (southside) in Conroe and go west watching for the Pie place after the gentle turn to the north and immediately after crossing 2854. It will be on your left.

For those coming from the north, take the first 336 exit (northside) in Conroe and go west watching for the Pie place after crossing 105 west. It will be on your right.

For those coming from the east, turn to the west on 336 and follow it around until reaching 2854. Watch for the Pie place quickly on the left.

Or... look it up on maps.google.comSheesh, who's taking the slab? ;-)

Oh yea, probable for me.

[ST/SV]

Wife and I are a definate probable.

[Diderich]

Any one riding up from league city?

Probably...plus 1. I'll be riding up from league city.

[windrunner]

The two windys will hopefully be attending. That is if the one with all the hot air gets his tire fixed! (He has had bad luck with his rear :rolleyes: tires lately)

[aharbi]

Yes yes Add Me as definite. :rider:

[shootergal]

count me in...too close to miss this one! BTW: the sweet potato fries are deee-lish!

[con1408]

I will probably make this one.

[jhansen]

put me down in the maybe due to work issues

[Maverick]

Count me in.

[Gilk51]

Thanks to those that verified the location and provided detailed directions. :thumb:

list updated

Count: 15 def + 18 prob = 33, 10 maybe, 1 possible

(pretty good start on day 1) :sun:

[Texas T]

Well, it was one of the largest turnouts we had a couple of years ago. 72+ I think.

[TombstoneRider]

break the record for all i care, as long as they don't run out of pie. but at least it will be a good ride over there. but no pie would be a let down.

:eat:

[wbrisett]

Count us in... Two riders, + 1 pillion. Finally a weekend that looks like we won't have to cancel our trip to the pie run! Yeah!

Wayne

[voyagerrider]

Count me in as a maybe. We are in between a couple of important CMA events for the weekend before and weekend after.
Marty

[Hemibee]

Chuck just in case you didn't believe the others, yes that is the correct location. :mrgreen:

You can put me down as a definite if. I will pass by there when I get back to town after my class and will stop if there is still anyone there.

[DaveC]

Intellicast weather forecast (http://www.intellicast.com/Local/Weather.aspx?location=USTX0286)
has pop-ups.

[Hemibee]

Intellicast weather forecast (http://www.intellicast.com/Local/Weather.aspx?location=USTX0286)
has pop-ups.

or NOAA (http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?CityName=Conroe&state=TX&site=HGX&textField1=30.3233&textField2=-95.4714&e=0) has no pop ups.

[Dragwn]

Unlikely but a hair of a chance... :pray:
Add me under this one Chuck, I really need a ride.

[tuckertaft]

Marci and I will try to make the pie run. I think it will be fun to get out on a nice ride plus meet some nice people.

[Abby]

I'll be there

[Simmons1]

I'm probable!

[bongobob]

It's mostly likely that I will be going.. if i cant get my engine back together by then, than I'll ride my friend's silverado. and my friend will bring his XS850..

[Snoopster]

Count me in please. :sun:

[MIKEYLIKESIT]

mark me down as a def. maybe. tooooooooo close to the house to miss this one. i hope. i just have this weird way of jinxing myself.:giveup: :lol2:

[taminator]

Add two more definates: Taminator and 10-95. Our first pie run. Yeah!!!

[CaroleAnn]

Put me down as a probable.

I'd like to hook up with some other Austin riders for company.

[wbrisett]

Put me down as a probable.

I'd like to hook up with some other Austin riders for company.

Despite us not being listed as going, we are. ;)

My wife, daughter and I will plan a route and I'll get it organized. I'll post details in the ride section.

Wayne

[P-Ratt]

You can put me down as a definite "Thinking about it."

[CaroleAnn]

Despite us not being listed as going, we are. ;)

My wife, daughter and I will plan a route and I'll get it organized. I'll post details in the ride section.

Wayne

Terrific, I'll keep an eye out for the post. Thanks!

[txtinman]

I'm a probable. If it's not too cold then I'm there.:eat:

[StarSapphire]

J, Ninja Boy and I are high probable = 2 bikes + 1 kid. If Ninja Boy and I don't go because of weather, J will still likely be there. How's that for commitment?! :rofl:

[Squeaky]

If Ninja Boy and I don't go on the bike because of weather, we'll be happy to go in the cage and take Jamey's kids up with us.

:sun:

[StarSapphire]

J, Ninja Boy and I are high probable = 2 bikes + 1 kid. If Ninja Boy and I don't go because of weather, J will still likely be there. How's that for commitment?! :rofl:

:sun:

Why, of course! How did you ever read my mind??? Can I make them eat spinach and sing campfire songs???

:zen:

[Squeaky]

Can I make them eat spinach and sing campfire songs???

:zen:
Ashley sings, but it ain't no campfire song. :eek2:

Spinach - you can try. (I'd actually like to see that. The only way they eat broccoli is if it's smothered in cheese and fried in a ball of breadcrumbs.)

[Jbay]

I'm a probable. If it's not too cold then I'm there.:eat:

+1 probable, Mike got a route? last year took IH45 back :eek2:

here is a possible route google (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=3598+North+Loop+336+W,+Conroe,+TX+77304&daddr=Eva+St%2FTX-105+to:TX-105+to:FM-244+to:Farm-To-Market+Rd+3%2FFM-3+to:FM-937%2FE+Navasota+St%2FRanch+Rd+937+to:31.604914,-97.104034&hl=en&geocode=FX6RzgEdg7ZO-g%3BFXazzwEd1s9L-g%3BFfjrzgEdOjJJ-g%3BFVrb0gEdvO9F-g%3BFX4T2wEdND5D-g%3BFVrh4AEdKCY_-g%3B&mra=mi&mrcr=5&mrsp=6&sz=12&sll=31.600177,-97.097168&sspn=0.145916,0.20256&ie=UTF8&ll=30.678078,-95.899658&spn=1.178705,1.620483&z=9)

[pdef]

Add another "Maybe" Pdef

All depends on cold and wetness.

*edit no +1 for this ride

[thestudent]

I'm a maybe.

[landman650r]

so i've noticed these pie run posts before...and conroe is only an hour from me...but what do yall do on these pie runs?

[Squeaky]

so i've noticed these pie run posts before...and conroe is only an hour from me...but what do yall do on these pie runs?

Eat :eat:

You either get there yourself or group up with others.
You get there, mingle, eat, mingle some more, drool over bikes, maybe convince someone to let you take a test ride (or is that just me? :mrgreen: )
You go home by yourself or with others, or you can go for a ride before you go straight home, etc.

It's all up to you. The only thing set is the place for pie (& lunch)

[landman650r]

gotcha...

[Sleepy Weasel]

Technically speaking... you're not required to get the pie. You're also not required to get the runs.


Uncle Chuck, put me down in the "probably" group, please.

[kurt]

You can eliminate me. Until we find a house, all of my free time has suddenly evaporated. :doh:

[windrunner]

Please put Dale and I as definite. He says "Yes'm" real well now.

[Gilk51]

List updated (finally)

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Count: 24 def + 26 prob = 50, 14 maybe, 1 possible

I need to look at a route as well. crumby back up plan is US287 and I45 :puke:

[treybrad]

I'm planning on making it.

trey

[Sleepy Weasel]

List updated (finally)

http://cdn.myspecv.com/f/img/smilies/smiley-poke2.gif

[Gilk51]

http://cdn.myspecv.com/f/img/smilies/smiley-poke2.gif

Uncle Chuck, put me down in the "probably" group, please.

You confused me - I didn't remember any nephews named "Sleepy Weasel"... :shrug:


--- list updated (again) :mrgreen:

[skidrow]

I'm a PROBABLE..which is dumb considering it is closer than my kids house.

[skup]

I should be there!

[crawl]

I'm a maybe...

I might try to tag along with you league city guys if possible.

Paul

[rad3766]

I will go with a real strong definite maybe...

Chuck,
Please upgrade my status to yes, :sun: I will be there........by truck, but there nonetheless. :eat:

[Sleepy Weasel]

Chuck,
Please upgrade my status to yes, :sun: I will be there........by truck, but there nonetheless. :eat:

Be sure to ask Squeaky if you can ride her bike.

:lol2:

[Chirpy]

Add one more to the count!

[wildebube]

Put me down as probable.

[pub610]

Just wondering, Chuck, if anyone (you out there, Zim?) knows what our record attendance is for a pie run.

[Gilk51]

Just wondering, Chuck, if anyone (you out there, Zim?) knows what our record attendance is for a pie run.

Up until last year (2008), it was about 75-76 and I think that was at Pie in the Sky. We blew that away last year but there was never an "official" count. We ate in shifts in Marble Falls - some folks just ate breakfast and then hung around.

Celina had a great turnout. Ponder has always done well.

But Hico (Koffee Kup) last year took the cake... er pie. :sun:

http://www.texasarlingtoncs.us/pics/mc/pie_runs/hico080628/group_5106q.JPG

Folks came early and left early. Folks cam late and left late. Some didn't quite make it all the way there. :doh: The estimate was over 100, probably 110+. The attendance matches the temperature. :sun:

Story here (http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29417)...

[rad3766]

Be sure to ask Squeaky if you can ride her bike.

:lol2:

Hmmmm.....:ponder: .......
Well, turnabout is fairplay, but I have a rule about riding other peoples bikes; I dont wanna ride yours, dont ask to ride mine.
......but thats just me.

[Kidder]

Probable

[Manfred]

Grrrr. Hafta drop out. Our daughter turns 21 the Monday after the pie run (if she don't see her shadow) and my wife and I are visiting her Fri and Sat, Jan 30 & 31 to celebrate. As is turning 21 is a big deal (wife doesn't read this forum).

And the beemer has new tires, loud horns, and the re-built rear shock is in the mail. Another day, another pie.

[Sleepy Weasel]

Grrrr. Hafta drop out. Our daughter turns 21 the Tuesday after the pie run (if she don't see her shadow) and my wife and I are visiting her Fri and Sat, Jan 30 & 31 to celebrate. As is turning 21 is a big deal (wife doesn't read this forum).

And the beemer has new tires, loud horns, and the re-built rear shock is in the mail. Another day, another pie.

You do realize that Groundhog Day is on Monday, right?

[Manfred]

You do realize that Groundhog Day is on Monday, right?

Of course I do, why'd you ask? :doh:

[Beemer Steve]

Wendy and I will be there .

[Sleepy Weasel]

Of course I do, why'd you ask? :doh:

No reason... but I'll be avoiding my shadow that day, too.
:mrgreen:

[txtinman]

I'm changing my mind. I'm now a definite. See y'all there.:thumb:

[Squeaky]

I think it's safe to add two halvsies as probable. ;-)

[Gilk51]

I think it's safe to add two halvsies as probable. ;-)

OK, I don't understand that - 'splain please... :scratch:

[Gilk51]

Grrrr. Hafta drop out.

Must be something about being the first signer-upper. The first one last month had to cancel, too. :-(

Add one more to the count!

Just one? :ponder:

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List updated - except for Squeaky since I dint understand.

Count: 29 def + 32 prob = 61, 14 maybe, 1 possible

[Squeaky]

Two half pints = halv-sies
aka - add Ashley & Michael to the list please

[Gilk51]

and what about James? :trust:

[4734]

I'll be there.

[Squeaky]

and what about James? :trust:

Oh, I thought he'd already posted - he's in unless work sends him somewhere at the last minute.

[bmcdonau]

I think I can make it--put me down as a probable

[rad3766]

'lo Chuck,
The voices in my head held a vote, I'm gonna hafta cancel. :-(
( my work schedule changed, the voices thing sounds funnier....:doh:
My Pie Run virginity shall remain intact a little bit longer. :argh:

[Kit_McConnico]

I'll be there, unless my old timey bike breaks down.

[Gilk51]

<wczimmerman>list updated ,/wczimmerman>

Count: 32 def + 34 prob = 66, 14 maybe, 1 possible

[$hooter]

Me and a couple of friends are a strong MAYBE...weather will dictate what happens. I can do the cold...just cant/wont do the wet...but looking at 3 of us for sure and possibly 6...one on a crotch rocket who will probably ride the back tire most of the way.

[ctoons]

I wish I could do this, but unfortunately, I'll be chaperoning middle school students that day!

:mad: :rant:

[10-95]

Add two more definates: Taminator and 10-95. Our first pie run. Yeah!!!


Add 3 more. Two guys from work riding their 'Wings, one with a wife in tow.

[10-95]

You can put me down as a definite "Thinking about it."

Add another "Maybe" Pdef

All depends on cold and wetness.

*edit no +1 for this ride

Not sure what that means but, y'all can come with us. Surely with a group of cops riding we can keep y'all out of trouble. :mrgreen:

If you do decide to go give me a holler and we can all meet up.

[Texas T]

I'll be there, unless my old timey bike breaks down. Great avatar by the way.

[Kit_McConnico]

Great avatar by the way.


Thanks!
I gotta have a backup for when my final drive craps the bed.

[McB]

Not gonna make this one. New baby on the 23rd, so I'll probably be otherwise occupied!:sun:

[euromedic]

Just a few miles from the house....too bad i am working that day :tears: :miffed: :angryfire :argh: :thumbd: :roll: ....;-) Maybe next time :rider: :eat:

[Janet]

probable....

EDIT....
nevermind. It is a work weekend :(

[JacknTexas]

highly probable for me...

[ceddec]

Probable for both of us.

[ham]

Ham maybe coming to the Pie Run:rider:

[donroger1]

I'm thinking about this pretty hard. It would be a great test to see if I am up to 500 mile days again.

[Gilk51]

list updated:

Count: 35 def + 37 prob = 72, 18 maybe, 1 possible

Check & see where you have been categorized in post #1 and let me know if there are any mistakes. If you sent a PM, I sometimes miss those. :doh:

[$hooter]

Do we have a route yet??

[Gilk51]

Do we have a route yet??

south

(details forthcoming)

Also be aware that the wife and I and possibly one more will be probably be going down on Friday and spending the night in the general vicinity. Hopefully, this week will get a route and time on this thread (http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36029)...

[mlstults]

I'm in and my wife, I'll force her, will be with me. Great way to kick off my 60th BD. (actual BD is Sunday)
Martin and Debby

[RICK M]

very Probable ------ almost for sure but not quite yet
Rick M - Big A - plus 2 fender lizards :rofl:

[Windsong]

Scott, please count me as myself---no woman speaks for me. No more + 1. Me-- Dale.
Plus --- what kind of deals does anyone know about regarding the 2009 Honda Shadow Aero? I have been looking at one at the dealer in Conroe, but want an idea of what is available and the best price. Any help? Much appreciated- the windiest of the two. (typed by the other)
(Like his avatar? He is a scientist---scary.)

[mikeofcontex]

Another shot at directions... I45 in Conroe is under construction. The 105 underpass at I45 has been closed a couple of weekends and I don't know the schedule...

From the north - http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=I-45+S&daddr=30.31458,-95.505738&hl=en&geocode=Fcgu0AEdxehO-g%3B&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=1&sz=15&sll=30.321989,-95.502648&sspn=0.018819,0.037036&ie=UTF8&ll=30.315877,-95.502563&spn=0.301117,0.592575&z=11

From the east - http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=cut+and+shoot,+tx&daddr=30.314691,-95.505652&hl=en&geocode=&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=1&sz=15&sll=30.318803,-95.498829&sspn=0.018819,0.037036&ie=UTF8&ll=30.309467,-95.461235&spn=0.075284,0.148144&z=13

From the south - look at the aerial view for final details
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=I-45+N&daddr=30.313431,-95.506296&hl=en&geocode=FTjvzAEdxHRP-g%3B&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=1&sz=15&sll=30.312505,-95.501018&sspn=0.01882,0.037036&ie=UTF8&ll=30.312505,-95.501018&spn=0.075282,0.148144&z=13

From the west - 2854 is much prettier and has few lights - your call - look at the aerial view for final details
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=montgomery,+tx&daddr=FM-2854+to:30.313098,-95.506382&hl=en&geocode=%3BFbiazgEd3KVM-g%3B&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=2&sz=15&via=1&sll=30.318359,-95.501404&sspn=0.018819,0.037036&ie=UTF8&z=12

[kennyd]

Probable.

[Squeaky]

Scratch Jamey and the kids off the list. :tears:
New Mexico will have him busy for a week or two.

[Gixxer Geezer]

I have been looking forward to this ride... but fighting the flu now .. not sure what my condition will be by Sat...

[Kidder]

Change me from probable to out. Sorry, I had a change of plans and I won't be able to attend.

[sparkyphotog]

I'm a probable - 95% chance :mrgreen:

[tenntoad]

Please put me down as a probable.

Thanks

[roundblack]

count me in. :rider:

[MarkSV1k]

Please put me in as probable - Thanks

[achesley]

If the weather agrees and all is kewl, I'll do my best to make it. Offshore now but 'spose to be home tomorrow and need to ride somewhere after 14 days out here on the water. ;-)

[rangerdw]

Count me in....definitely!:rider: :eat: :rider:

[wbrisett]

OK update.... Take my count down to one. Turns out my darling daughter now has Saturday detention! :doh:

So my wife has offered to take one for the team and stay home with her. So, my count goes from three down to one.

Wayne

[SUNKISSED]

probable

[Maverick]

Chuck,

I've posted the invite with my BACA Chapter and hope to have some additional turnout. They will let me know who we can expect and I will get that info to you as soon as available.

Thanks,

Maverick

[Maverick]

Scratch Jamey and the kids off the list. :tears:
New Mexico will have him busy for a week or two.

Sorry to hear that.

Tell Jamey Hi and sorry we'll miss him. We can still expect you, right?

[Squeaky]

We can still expect you, right?

Yup, I'll still be there.

If the weather is nice, I'll volunteer to lead a little loop after lunch. :rider:

[klb1122]

I'm in at a definite +1. :zen:

[Tourmeister]

By the way, we will be bringing a bunch of the TWT shirts with us. So if anyone wants to buy any, find me or Beth and we'll take care of you. We still have quite a few of the black and the tan shirts in most sizes.

[alexM]

Count me in.

[ekms377]

Can't go....daughter's b-day party....she's gonna be 2!

[bmcdonau]

I think I can make it--put me down as a probable

Looks like I'm a definite now. I hope its not real cold Saturday morning since I'll have to leave pretty early.

[StarSapphire]

Ok, Chuck, please update JustJ and I to definite (+Ninja Boy riding pillion) and a coworker of mine as a probable.

[$hooter]

Do we have a route from Fort Worth as a "bunch" or are we on our own. I am thinking of going down to Hillsboro...then 171 to Mexia...then 14 down to connect with 6...then to 105 at navasota and on over to Conroe.

...Or we can run down to Waco and head out on 6 if anyone down there wants to wait on us. We should be there by 9:30 at the latest.

Chuckie...you gots anything different for a route??

[varnado]

Im in... Riding in with the Austin crowd.

:rider:

[skidrow]

Put Me Down For 2-4 People.

[RICK M]

DEFINITE :rider:
Rick M + 1
Big A + 1
Snook + 1

[CaroleAnn]

You can put me down as a definate now! :rider:

[Hemibee]

Chuck add AC Cobra (Kyle) to the list, he will be with me.

[Gilk51]

whew! list updated (see post #1)

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Count: 55 def + 37 prob = 92, 18 maybe, 1 possible

Looks like a great turnout - I need to get on the ball and figure out what the wife and I are going to do...) :roll:

[james.cain]

DEFINITE :rider:

Possible 2up if the temperature is good.:sun:

[james9793]

If I don't have to work Saturday as a make-up day for the ice day today, I think I'm in...

It'll be my first Pie Run!
So, since I'm a pie virgin, I'm ordering 'cherry pie', :trust:

I would really like to ride down & back with a Fort Worth area group; is there one already organized? If so, someone please pm the details.

James

[Gilk51]

I would really like to ride down & back with a Fort Worth area group; is there one already organized? If so, someone please pm the details.

Hi James - there is a start of a bit of organization here (http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36029). Normally, this would be how I would go, but the wife wants to go down Friday. So, maybe someone in the DFW group will propose something soon.

Anyway, hope to meet you on Saturday in Conroe. You need to join us at some of the Tarrant County events!

[Texas T]

Possible 2up if the temperature is good.:sun:

Conroe TX:

Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 30. West wind around 5 mph.

Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 67.

Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 51.

[$hooter]

Hi James - there is a start of a bit of organization here (http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36029). Normally, this would be how I would go, but the wife wants to go down Friday. So, maybe someone in the DFW group will propose something soon.

Anyway, hope to meet you on Saturday in Conroe. You need to join us at some of the Tarrant County events!


Well, I made a tenative route, but nobody said anything (post #144). If anyone wants to go with us...give me a holler so that we can meet. If you want to meet sorta early, we can hit a IHOP and score some breakfast. There is a IHOP in Burleson on the East side of I-35. Going South, exit at Alsbury and make a left (go East) at the light. Cross over I-35 and you can either turn right on the access road or go straight and turn into the Lowes parking lot and cut thru it to IHOP. We will be at the IHOP at 8:00 Am Saturday morning and have breakfast. We should be out of there by no later than 9. If some want to go down I-45...thats fine with us. We are flexable and can do last minute changes. If we go down thru Hillsboro, then we will be returning on I-45, but if we go down on I-45, we will return the back way thru Hillsboro. For those that are close to my house, you are welcome to come by here at 7 for coffee before we head out. 7804 Sugarland Dr...FTW, 76179. I am in Lake Country Estates just off of Boat Club Road. Just let me know that you are going to come by here and I will build some extra coffee.

[voyagerrider]

Chuck,
Hate to do it cause it looks like there will be a great turnout, but we will have to cancel. To much other stuff going on.
Marty

[Velocipede]

I'm in. Trying to round up more Clear Lake riders.See ride thread here. (http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?p=554961#post554961)

[equipment junkie]

Please add Equipment Junkie +1 for Saturdays pie run. We may be meeting up with Velocipede and the Clear Lake Group if an early morning work situation allows.

Craig aka Equipment Junkie

[drroccostein]

:giveup:

Well with ice storm this week, I fell on the driveway an buggerd up my back. So I am out for this one.

[jar675]

I think I may be there. :pray:

[Gilk51]

I think I may be there. :pray:

:wary: I have already moved you off the list because someone said you weren't going to make it... :doh:

[jar675]

I am not supposed to make it. But a slight engineering problem has changed the schedule so I will drive most of the night to make this.

[Texason]

Please include me in the probable category, only because nothing is definite in this world. This will be the first pie run I did not have a scheduling conflict with. :trust:

[Gilk51]

I am not supposed to make it. But a slight engineering problem has changed the schedule so I will drive most of the night to make this.

Well, kindly be careful & stay alert - we actually WANT to see you... :sun:

[Squeaky]

He and David (FJRBandit) will be fighting for the distance award - Hobbs, NM to Stafford, TX and then on to Conroe. :rider:

[Gilk51]

He and David (FJRBandit) will be fighting for the distance award - Hobbs, NM to Stafford, TX and then on to Conroe. :rider:

Well, all both of them need to be CAREFUL!

:mrgreen:

[blesk]

I'm in. My bike wants to meet new friends, feeling kind of limited spending days with only two other bikes in my office building garage.

[prhaussies]

Hey, I will be there !!! I have a shim kit to turn over to it's rightful owner. Might as well eat lunch and pie. I have been there once before and it was very good. Highly recommended place to eat. RH

[bushwhacker]

Weather.com Conroe Weather for Saturday January 31, 2009.

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b120/wfsjr/ConroeSat.jpg

[Maverick]

move me to the maybe catagory.

[$hooter]

We have moved over to the ABSOLUTELY going group...:rider:


Breakfast at the IHOP at the Southeast corner of I-35W and Alsbury Road in Burleson at 8am Saturday morning for anyone who wants to run with us.

[ToroGuy]

Hey Chuck,

GlitterCritter's cousin, Randy, and his wife Charlette will be coming with GlitterCritter and me. You'll recognize us when we arrive as the "odd couple"...them on the HD Sportster and us on the Honda ST.

[DaveC]

:rider:

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m18/dcarter001/Voyager/100_0650-1.jpg

[Gilk51]

OK - list updated - there are too many to check for duplications, so wade thru post #1 to verify your standing...

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Count: 64 def + 37 prob = 101, 15 maybe, 1 possible

:eek2:

[pub610]

Chuck, Two of my grandsons are playing basketball tomorrow a.m. so we'll be in Tyler instead of Conroe. regrets.

[ceddec]

We are definite.:rider: :eat:

[ivg]

In.

C ya there! :rider:

[DFW Dano]

Chuck, I'm out... Goonrider has a wrestling match on Saturday... :doh:

:pray: I need pie..................

[Texas T]

Definite!
:eat:

Tonight: Clear, with a low around 28. West wind around 5 mph.

Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 70. West wind 5 to 10 mph becoming south.

Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers after midnight. Increasing clouds, with a low around 46. South wind between 5 and 10 mph.

[Texas T]

OK - list updated - there are too many to check for duplications, so wade thru post #1 to verify your standing...

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Count: 64 def + 37 prob = 101, 15 maybe, 1 possible

:eek2:

I hope you called to warn them. :mrgreen:

[Gilk51]

I hope you called to warn them. :mrgreen:

The modern method is email, Mr. T. :nana:

[Texas T]

Ya got me there!

What time will you be there? I can be there at any time to help you with anything.

[Gilk51]

What time will you be there? I can be there at any time to help you with anything.

Shooting for around 10:30 - we will probably go to Tourmeister's and ride down with him.

[Texas T]

Ok. See ya then.

[RockmanTex]

I'm in.

Steve

[donroger1]

I'll be there.........

[P-Ratt]

Things are looking up for me making it out tomorrow. You can slide me into the attending column.

[Outlander]

I will be able to make it too.

[Prothos]

brr 30 in conroe right now.

[Squidbilly]

Looks like I will be able to make it to this one.

[Texas T]

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