Pie Run X - Cooler Weather, Great Pie! Oct. 29th

[wczimmerman]

Where:The Koffee Kup in Hico, Texas on 281 and Hwy 6.
Here's the website:
Koffee Kup Family Restaurant (http://www.koffeekupfamilyrestaurant.com/)

When: 11AM in Hico, TX
29 October

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

Who:
Definite:
wczimmerman + 3 buddies
FWRex
veryquick
birdwh
Maxiscoot
SabreScott
Gilk51
Tortuga
vfer
MusicMan754
AustinTrophy
Warhammer
Vitto
crndallas
VFRJohn
dutchinterceptor
rickmillertx
Brian123 + wife
wlllw + buddy
Tourmeister
Blue Bomber
mnapuran
rbickle
TAPnTX
Rocket_Cowboy
leeroy
Texas51

Maybe:
bluedogok
Dyna Sport
budzrex
jetblue
John Bennett
terrebandit
BuddhaTim
Texhoss
Sleepy Weasel
triumph-s4

[txbanditrydr]

I know I should know but do you know what the date is I should know?? (what's in your wallet) :shrug:

[wczimmerman]

I know I should know but do you know what the date is I should know?? (what's in your wallet) :shrug:

Ooops. I added the date to the original post.

[Squeaky]

Ok, I'll say it: Is there a reason we have the pie run so early instead of, say, 2pm so that people have more time to get there and don't always have to rush?

[wczimmerman]

Ok, I'll say it: Is there a reason we have the pie run so early instead of, say, 2pm so that people have more time to get there and don't always have to rush?

Well, in the case of the Koffee Kup, it's to beat the local rush which happens around 2PM. With limited seating and our often large numbers, we would either have unhappy locals or unhappy riders as we waited for seating. As for the other locations, much the same: beat the local crowds and get home with some time left in the day. The rotation to the different locations was supposed to ease the departure times for those closest to the event.

Does this help?

[kurt]

Ok, I'll say it: Is there a reason we have the pie run so early instead of, say, 2pm so that people have more time to get there and don't always have to rush?

We get up early. :nana

[FWRex]

Count us in, FWRex and veryquick.

[birdwh]

I'm in.

[bluedogok]

Well, in the case of the Koffee Kup, it's to beat the local rush which happens around 2PM. With limited seating and our often large numbers, we would either have unhappy locals or unhappy riders as we waited for seating. As for the other locations, much the same: beat the local crowds and get home with some time left in the day. The rotation to the different locations was supposed to ease the departure times for those closest to the event.

Does this help?
I hate mornings also, one of the reasons that I didn't make the Edom trip this time.

In the fall/winter, it allows most to get home before it gets too dark and the critters come out (in most cases) to sacrifice themselves. If we were to meet at 2 then in most cases we wouldn't leave until about 4 pm and that would put those who travel far right through the country when the sun is going down.

I know I was coming home from the Test Pie Run to Hico on New Years Eve in the dark and it got dark and cold quick (it was real nice during the day) and a little spooky out there looking for those glowing eyes in the dark.

Just another thought.

We may be there, it depends on what time the Tech-Baylor game in Waco is since Naomi wants to go to that game.

[Tx Rider]

Pencil me in, unless the weather gets all nasty. In which case I'll be in the garage trying to catch up on bike maintenance.

[budzrex]

I may try to make this one if my schedule allows, and if I do
Dyna Sport you can go ahead and get your wrenchs out as
I dont think it has rained on a Pie Run since the last one I rode
to

[MaxiScoot]

Maxi and SabreScott are looking forward to it. We'll try to be on time this time. :)

[Squeaky]

I dont think it has rained on a Pie Run since the last one I rode
to

If we get you & rainmaker to the same pie run, do you two cancel each other out? Or do we just get another natural disaster? :shrug:

[wczimmerman]

List updated. Looking forward to it!

[Gilk51]

If we get you & rainmaker to the same pie run, do you two cancel each other out? Or do we just get another natural disaster? :shrug:
I think it would be more of an Unnatural disaster - ever see a hurricane form over land & rotating clockwise in the northern hemisphere? That is what would happen... :eek:


Oh yeah, count Susan (tortuga) and me (gilk51) in! http://www.texasarlingtoncs.us/pics/smilies/righton.gif

[Hotboot]

I am a 79% maybe. That's for sure.

[vfer]

I think I'lll be there.I've been to all the Hico runs so far.

[wczimmerman]

Few more added to the list.

[Gilk51]

I am a 79% maybe. That's for sure.
Bring Lauren! :)

[Hotboot]

Bring Lauren! :)

Those kids operate on a 12 hour flow chart, I won't know the baggage situation 'til Friday B4. I want to ride the fizz this time, she will prefer the fjr if she goes. Dang little women, I'll let you know. We owe you lunch anywho.

[MusicMan754]

I'm planning on going this time. (MusicMan754) My wife may be able to go as well.

[AustinTrophy]

MMmmmmmmm....pie! Sign me up for this one!

[wczimmerman]

List updated with a couple more.

[John Bennett]

Put me down for maybe!

[Warhammer]

Add me to the list! This is likely to be my last Pie Run for a few months, as the due date for Little Rex approaches.

[wczimmerman]

Listed updated once more.

[Gilk51]

wczimmerman + child #1
blazin' mama + child #2
You guys gonna ever get around to naming those younguns? :roll:

[wczimmerman]

You guys gonna ever get around to naming those younguns? :roll:


:rofl

Yeah...Thing 1 and Thing 2

No really: Cassie and Savannah..

[kurt]

I'm a maybe. Depends on work commitments lining up..

[wczimmerman]

Gotcha added Kurt. Hope you can make it so we can see the new wheels before you sell 'em.

[terrebandit]

I'm going to try and make it. I'll probably take the bandit this time.

[Gilk51]

Gotcha added Kurt. Hope you can make it so we can see the new wheels before you sell 'em.

LOL, WC http://www.texasarlingtoncs.us/pics/smilies/righton.gif - I want to see the Fizzy, too. :rofl



I'm going to try and make it. I'll probably take the bandit this time.
Well, Dave, 'tween the SV and the Bandito, you can't lose either way. But this way I can get you to pose for another picher... :mrgreen:

[kurt]

Move me to definite. I got off of work.

[vfer]

I finally talked my wife into going.Add vfer+wife on shadow 750

[wczimmerman]

Listed changes made.

[Vitto]

I'm in and I believe Chris (crndallas) said he would be going. This time though I am not eating lunch just dessert cuz I was too full for pie last time. Are we meeting somewhere for preride or just go to Hico??? did I miss that post?

[VFRJohn]

Me, me, me - count me in.

Hico. Is that "Hee-sew".. or "Hick-oh" ??

:angel:

[wczimmerman]

Me, me, me - count me in.

Hico. Is that "Hee-sew".. or "Hick-oh" ??

:angel:

Got ya added. It's pronounced: "High-co"

[dutchinterceptor]

Add one more Asphalt VFR...I'll be going after all!!

[rickmillertx]

Count me in. I love pie.

[wczimmerman]

Updates made.

[Sleepy Weasel]

This time though I am not eating lunch just dessert cuz I was too full for pie last time.

Made the same mistake myself on my first pie run.
:tears:

[mnapuran]

Made the same mistake myself on my first pie run.
:tears:

Duh! This is what I did last time... Pie only 8-)

[Vitto]

All that sugar can't be good for ya though. Get all hyper and start acting like I have attention deficit disorder :shock:

whatever I already act like that....

[Sleepy Weasel]

All that sugar can't be good for ya though. Get all hyper and start acting like I have attention deficit disorder :shock:

whatever I already act like that....


I believe at our age it's called A(dult)ADD. You see, technically the chemical composition of the...

ooohhh... look at all the shiny motorcycles!

[Gilk51]

Made the same mistake myself on my first pie run.
:tears:
That's why you buy a full pie to take home! 8-)

VFRJohn - we verified the pronunciation a while back - one of our members is a local there & told us "High-co" was correct... (just like WC remembers) ;-)

[Vitto]

Guess that one problem with riding a non luggage bike can't take anything with ya...... :-|

[Brian123]

Add Brian123 and wife Cindy to the list. Our first Pie Run, If anybody is leaving from the N.Fort Worth, Keller area and looking for somebody to ride down with drop me a line.

[Gilk51]

Guess that one problem with riding a non luggage bike can't take anything with ya...... :-|
I had no luggage on the January pie run - just bungied the pie box to the rear rack (I have bungied a sack of dog food on the ZR's rear sear, too) - the pie even survived a tip-over on an FM road!

Better living through Bungie cords! :chug:

[Gilk51]

Add Brian123 and wife Cindy to the list. Our first Pie Run, If anybody is leaving from the N.Fort Worth, Keller area and looking for somebody to ride down with drop me a line.
Hi Brian! Got Saturday off, I see!

As the date approaches, there will probably several ride groups that form up at different places. One used in the past is Venus, another the FW Cycle Gear. You should have a couple of options...

[wczimmerman]

That's why you buy a full pie to take home! 8-)



Just make sure it's a more solid pie. I attempted to haul a strawberry pie back home in my Givi topcase at the last Hico meet. It made it home, but it didn't look much like a pie when I pulled it out. After a brief stop in the fridge, it was certainly edible though... :mrgreen: Lesson learned? Strawberry pies don't like to lean. :headbang:

[wczimmerman]

List updated with Brian123 + wife

[Gilk51]

Just make sure it's a more solid pie. I attempted to haul a strawberry pie back home in my Givi topcase at the last Hico meet. It made it home, but it didn't look much like a pie when I pulled it out. After a brief stop in the fridge, it was certainly edible though... :mrgreen: Lesson learned? Strawberry pies don't like to lean. :headbang:

:rofl I must have guessed right - Pecan Pie is the way to go!

[Gilk51]

Move me to definite. I got off of work.
You gonna start a thread for FZ1 demo ride sign-ups? :dude:

Me, I'm first! :bigokay:

uh, don't sell it before then... :-|

[Squeaky]

You gonna start a thread for FZ1 demo ride sign-ups? :dude:
Me, I'm first! :bigokay:
uh, don't sell it before then... :-|

Aww shucks, now I have to ride it with Chuck's butt print on it.... :miffed:
I just might be in on this one. We'll have to wait and see for sure, so count me as a maybe.
I'd just haul rear out there on highways to make sure I get there in time, then do the fun stuff on the way back.

[wczimmerman]

Squeaky-added to the Maybe's.

[kurt]

I just might be in on this one. We'll have to wait and see for sure, so count me as a maybe.
I'd just haul rear out there on highways to make sure I get there in time, then do the fun stuff on the way back.

The futon is open.

[Squeaky]

The futon is open.

Nah, but thanks for the option. I think I'll rough it again. Lake Travis was a lot of fun this weekend, even though I camped by car. I started a list of haves and have-nots, and my motorcycle camping list is being refined as we speak.

[terrebandit]

Sorry guys/gals, I'm out. I'll probably just do a local ride here in the Tyler area. If anyone wants to tag along with me, let me know.

Ya'll have fun!

[kurt]

Nah, but thanks for the option. I think I'll rough it again. Lake Travis was a lot of fun this weekend, even though I camped by car. I started a list of haves and have-nots, and my motorcycle camping list is being refined as we speak.

Ok. They opened up a new park with camping down the street last weekend. :-?

[1TallTXn]

dang, not going to make this one either. stupid meeting. and this local is only 1hr from my place.

[walks away grumbling]

[wlllw]

I'll be there. I've got a scooter buddy who may come as well.

I'm new to the forum, so it'll be great to meet many of you.

And, please, no rain... :roll:

[Gilk51]

Welcome, willw - bring along your buddy & join us!

[wczimmerman]

Update made.

[Soloman]

Well with the unfortunate demise of the Hill Country rally, I will now be attending my second pie run. If anyone is planning on riding down together from DFW area, I'd love to join you.

[Tourmeister]

We will try to make it. Sarah will be staying behind with the grandparents.

[wczimmerman]

Gotcha added. We're up to nearly 30 on the definite list! Great group!

[wczimmerman]

Called in to Irene at the Koffee Kup and gave her the preliminary numbers of about 30 definite's and a handful of maybe's. There's still time to join in on the fun, but please let me know so I can a ballpark headcount to Irene! One week to go! :clap

[wczimmerman]

My wife and daughters won't be making this one. Something about a brithday party that has distracted them (friend of one of my daughters)...

[Hotboot]

My wide and daughters won't be making this one. Something about a brithday party that has distracted them (friend of one of my daughters)...


Does your bride know you just called her "wide" ?

[wczimmerman]

Does your bride know you just called her "wide" ?


:oops: :oops: :oops:

Crud. It's just evil that the "d" key is right next to the "f" key. Fixed the post. Thanks for the lifesaving heads up!

[Gilk51]

Fixed the post. Thanks for the lifesaving heads up!
I, however, happened to screenshot the original. :shock:
Now, what was Jen's email address again? ;-)

Sorry the gals won't be making it. I wanted to see the whole Zim family on 2 bikes. OK, not a big deal in some areas of the world - they would have gotten all 4 of you on a 50cc scooter plus a chicken, too... :nana

[rbickle]

I'm in.

Rick

[mnapuran]

I plan on trying to make it ...

[wlllw]

...If anyone is planning on riding down together from DFW area, I'd love to join you.



I was kinda thinking the same thing. So many of us are leaving from the metroplex going out to Hico. I would be fun to ride out there in a group.

I'm down. Any other takers?

[wczimmerman]

List updated. We're at 29 "Definite's" and 7 "Maybe's"

[kurt]

I'll be riding to Hico from the Austin meeting point, then going to Possum Kingdom Lake from there.

[Tourmeister]

Is the Austin meeting point the TC on 183? I missed that part of the thread.

[kurt]

Is the Austin meeting point the TC on 183? I missed that part of the thread.

I haven't heard yet. I nominate TC on 183 in Cedar Park at 9:00. Anyone opposed?

It's the pink building:

http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=30.521548,-97.831664&spn=0.003916,0.006951&t=k&hl=en

[Tourmeister]

:tab Are they done with all the construction right there at 1431/183? If not, perhaps somewhere else might be a bit more convenient? Last time it was a real pain to get to the TC even though we started from only a few miles away. Perhaps something North of that intersection?

[kurt]

:tab Are they done with all the construction right there at 1431/183?

Anyone? I haven't been over there in months.

[BuddhaTim]

Mark me down as a deffinate maybe.

Are there any small groups leaving from or near the Conroe area? Or if anyone is looking for someone to ride with let me know.

[wczimmerman]

Numbers now:
29 definite
8 maybe

[WoodButcher]

Anyone? I haven't been over there in months.

I'm itching for a ride, so I'll try to slip over this afternoon and check it out...or tomorrow morning. I'll post as soon as I can.

[kurt]

Move me to "out". Evidently my plan to ride to Possum Kingdom in conjunction with the Pie Run puts me there too late for the lake cruise and BBQ that my mother has planned. She was going to reschedule the whole family coming if I couldn't be there for that. :tears:

[Hotboot]

Move me to "out". Evidently my plan to ride to Possum Kingdom in conjunction with the Pie Run puts me there too late for the lake cruise and BBQ that my mother has planned. She was going to reschedule the whole family coming if I couldn't be there for that. :tears:

Mama and BBQ over our pie and yak fest is a no-brainer.
I did want to see the FZ b4 you sold it though, who knows what you will be riding in 30 days.....

[TAPnTX]

Put me down for (YES) I love Pie and Riding :lol:

Todd

[wczimmerman]

Took one off and added one to the list. Kurt-I understand about the BBQ! We'll have to chat about a getting together to do the fork oil.

[Rocket_Cowboy]

Do you have me on the list? I'm still planning to make the run ... it's been too long since my last one.

[wczimmerman]

Do you have me on the list? I'm still planning to make the run ... it's been too long since my last one.

You are now! Looking forward to chatting with you.

[mnapuran]

Okay.. so who from DFW is heading out? I'll help organize a departure from the Plano area if anyone is interested. :-P

[TAPnTX]

I will ride with you Mike!!!

Todd

[mnapuran]

hehe.. I figured you might Todd... Anyone else?

[Texhoss]

Please put me down for a possible. I will come, if I can get a few things worked out. Thanks

Texhoss

[wczimmerman]

Listed updated.

[Sleepy Weasel]

Please put me down as a maybe... Supposed to get the new shifter for the SV tomorrow, and if I do, I should definitely be there. If I don't get it in time, then it's up to the Sherpa, and that just sounds like an awful long ride on that seat.

I guess I could stand up the whole way...
:lol:

[Squeaky]

If I don't get it in time, then it's up to the Sherpa, and that just sounds like an awful long ride on that seat.

I guess I could stand up the whole way...
:lol:

I think dynasport found a dirt route to Hico once...

On that note, please move me off the maybe list. I'm a no-go this month, unfortunately.

[triumph-s4]

Put me down as a maybe. I sure want to meet more of this crowd :)

[rickmillertx]

Mike, I'll ride with you guys. What time and where.

[WoodButcher]

Anyone? I haven't been over there in months.

Okay, I needed to get out of the home/office so I ran over to check out the 1431/183 intersection. It is better. You don't have to go over a dirt section on 1431 on the west side of 183. Still is some lane rerouting though. Coming from north or south 183 will be fine, or coming east on 1431. Only pain I see is heading west on 1431 and that is because there is only a flashing yellow with no left turn lane to turn up into the TC area.

Have fun heading out this weekend. I have to move gravel and turn tops. Might try to slip over to see you off though.

Oh yeah, I managed to have one of those longer than planned rides too. Got distracted and ended up turning south off of 1431 a couple of lights past 183...you know, the curvy road that goes by the lake :) Anyway, I've never gone that way down Lime Creek and it was a little harder, I think. Specially with the view. The lake is much more obvious.

[Kidder]

I'd love to go especially with the promising forecast, but...
http://www.juddemerson.com/Arkansas/ArkTripOct05/tire.jpg

...I need to get a new tire on Saturday!

[Blue Bomber]

I'd love to go especially with the promising forecast, but...
...I need to get a new tire on Saturday!

Are you sure you can't get a little more use out of that tire? :brainsnap

[callmelenny]

Have fun everybody.

I'll be camping at the Bracken Bat Cave (http://www.batcon.org/discover/bracken.html)

No pie for me :tears:

[wczimmerman]

Edits made.

[Hotboot]

Kidder, man frugal is one thing but that just looks scary. That pony needs new shoes.

No Squeaky...bummer.

IF I can swing this thing, where are the DFW riders meeting, I need a group ride this time. Hep me people hep me.....

[vfer]

Chris you can scratch the wife.She's not gonna make it this time.

[Kidder]

Kidder, man frugal is one thing but that just looks scary. That pony needs new shoes.


Blue Bomber and jetblue,

I'm still working on my trip report from last weekend but suffice it to say that I thought the tire had a lot more life in it than it did. When I realized that it wasn't going to get me back to DFW, I searched for a dealership. However, most dealerships in the area we were in close @ 2 (not 4, like in DFW). So, I was screwed. I did run across a Honda dealership that closed @ 6 but they refused to work on my bike. They said they could only work on Hondas. So, I made it to Hot Springs with belt showing in one small spot. I called my dad and he said he could meet us in Texarkana. So, I did the rest of the damage to that tire on the slab from Hot Springs to Texarkana. It does look pretty bad, doesn't it?!

[wlllw]

Okay.. so who from DFW is heading out? I'll help organize a departure from the Plano area if anyone is interested. :-P
I'm down. Coming from Denton. But what sort of route are you thinking. I'm not too in to the long highway rides. Any back roads you know of?

[Gilk51]

I haven't seen any west-side or south meeting points agreed to yet. So, I'll propose one in the hopes that it will prime the pump.

Talked with Susan (tortuga) last night and she probably won't make it - very tough couple of weeks & she may just sleep in again.

I think that I will try the same Hico route again that we took last time, although I am not planning to miss FM51 again. We won't be too fast and faster riders can go ahead if they wish. How about meeting at the Minyards at I20 & Green Oaks at 8 AM - LeMans start at 8:15... At least that might get some others to offer alternates...

We could also link up with folks in Granbury if that is convenient...

General route - US287 slab to FM157 (Mansfield) to FM917 to SH171 (Godley) to FM2331 to FM4 to us377 to FM144 to FM51 to US67 (possibly FM203, FM927 if time permits) to SH220 to SH6 to the KK. Have a slightly different route back.

Judd (Kidder) had a good route starting in Venus at FM157 and US67. I have details on this one as well (they are also in the Pie Run archives). Venus is another good concentration point.

Any interest?

[Vitto]

Well, looks like its time for me to buy a map. :-? I will meet ya'll somewhere along that route. I know where Venus is :clap but are you actually gonna pass through there I can't remember the road I was on in Venus.

Well I suppose I am off to get that map......

[Soloman]

Please remove me from the list of attendees. I had an accident this morning on my way to work. I'll post more information and some pictures soon. I'm in okay shape, but my bike looks pitiful. If you were in NC, it's not quite as bad as Toms but will cost more to fix.

[smithr]

I enjoyed my first ever twt meet here on the last Hico pie run. I will not make it this time since my owners group is meeting at coopers in llano. If you see any connies while your out givem a wave. I might be in there.

[Sleepy Weasel]

Please remove me from the list of attendees. I had an accident this morning on my way to work. I'll post more information and some pictures soon. I'm in okay shape, but my bike looks pitiful. If you were in NC, it's not quite as bad as Toms but will cost more to fix.

Ah, the curse? Sorry to hear it. Turns out UPS is delivering my new shifter today, so it looks pretty definite that I'll be attending. Hope things work out alright for you.

[Rocket_Cowboy]

I enjoyed my first ever twt meet here on the last Hico pie run. I will not make it this time since my owners group is meeting at coopers in llano. If you see any connies while your out givem a wave. I might be in there.

If you've never been to Llano, you'll love it. I rode through Llano Sunday morning around 2:30am ... it just wasn't the same without the pits smoking, and the smell of BBQ in the air.

[wczimmerman]

If you've never been to Llano, you'll love it. I rode through Llano Sunday morning around 2:30am ... it just wasn't the same without the pits smoking, and the smell of BBQ in the air.


Do us all a favor, Charlie-don't wash your bike before Saturday! :lol: :moon:

[Rocket_Cowboy]

Why not? We had perfect weather for the rally last weekend. :D

[Crndallas]

Venus sounds good to me for a meeting point..(closer to home,sleep later). Can do Arlington or try to catch you thru Granbury..................

[mnapuran]

Vitto... which way are you going? Me and Todd (and anyone else from N Dallas) could meet you guys out your way and head out with you guys too.

[Squeaky]

I'm in okay shape, but my bike looks pitiful. If you were in NC, it's not quite as bad as Toms but will cost more to fix.

Glad you're Ok, but real sorry about the SV. :tears:

[Sleepy Weasel]

I think that I will try the same Hico route again that we took last time, although I am not planning to miss FM51 again. We won't be too fast and faster riders can go ahead if they wish. How about meeting at the Minyards at I20 & Green Oaks at 8 AM - LeMans start at 8:15...

I think I should be able to link up with you there. Just realized I haven't ridden with you in a while. I replaced my busted shifter today after work, so I'll be on the SV. I ought to be able to keep up.

[mnapuran]

I need to know who plans on leaving where, and when... for the DFW group. If not too early, us N. Dallas guys can meet up with some of you heading out there.

Otherwise... Todd and I will plan our route tomorrow.... possibly slabbing it part of the way.

[Tourmeister]

I never saw anything other than the TC mentioned as a meeting place in North Austin. So we will shoot for being there at about 8:45 for a 9:00am departure.

[Vitto]

Vitto... which way are you going? Me and Todd (and anyone else from N Dallas) could meet you guys out your way and head out with you guys too.

You tell me where/when and I will be there......

[leeroy]

I never saw anything other than the TC mentioned as a meeting place in North Austin. So we will shoot for being there at about 8:45 for a 9:00am departure.
I will try to be there.

[vfer]

There is gonna be a couple of us heading out from the Justin and Rhome areas tomorrow morning.Anybody is welcome to ride along.I'm gonna take some new roads that I have not done before,so if you don't mind getting lost,it could be a fun ride.

[texas51]

I just confirmed I dont have to work so I will be there. I will try to hook up with vfer later.

[triumph-s4]

Texas51/vfer - Where are you guys going to meet up? I'll be heading out of Ponder and well, Justin isn't that far away.

[wczimmerman]

List updated: 32 Definite, 10 Maybe

Good showing. Who was the guy with the wife on the Kawi ZZR-600?

[texas51]

We just need to find out what time Ron\vfer wants to leave and I can meet yall in Justin some place.

[mnapuran]

Where:The Koffee Kup in Hico, Texas on 281 and Hwy 6.
Here's the website:
Koffee Kup Family Restaurant (http://www.koffeekupfamilyrestaurant.com/)


Anyone have the GPS location of the place? I'm finding quite a few options on 281 & 6.

[mnapuran]

You tell me where/when and I will be there......

Right now, I'm thinking you (and anyone else that wants to meet us), can meet us at the McDonalds near 35E and 1382/Beltline (Lancaster I believe).

Sound good?

[vfer]

Triumph-S4 if you want to meet me at my house at about 8 am,I'll give you the address.I figured we could meet Rob at his house since it is on the way.Ki-speed from the VFRd site was also wanting to go and may meet at my house also.

[triumph-s4]

vfer - PM your address and I'll see you at 8.

[hardybaker]

Several of us "Marquez" guys and gals will see ya'll there. Hardy Baker

[wczimmerman]

Several of us "Marquez" guys and gals will see ya'll there. Hardy Baker

Got an idea of how many?

[Vitto]

Right now, I'm thinking you (and anyone else that wants to meet us), can meet us at the McDonalds near 35E and 1382/Beltline (Lancaster I believe).

Sound good?

There's nothing there but Walmart and Whataburger. I am at Ovilla Rd, 2 more exits south and there are 2 gas stations right off the exit. What is our route Mike? and what time??

[fz1nutt]

Count me in as a 2 upper. The misses and I would like to meet up with any of the folks heading out of Venus. I think Business 287/Main at the Wataburger/Exxon is the usual starting point. Kick stands up at 9:15-9:30 should be O.K..

[Hotboot]

I just confirmed I dont have to work so I will be there. I will try to hook up with vfer later.

I am now a definite also. I don't know what the route is, but I would enjoy riding with an RC. Lewisville area gang post up.

[rbickle]

I'll meet you all in Venus at 9am or so.

Don't you mean Hwy 67, rather than 287 for Venus?

Rick

[fz1nutt]

My bad you are correct. Show of hands on how many may start from here.

[Gilk51]

I'll meet you all in Venus at 9am or so.

Don't you mean Hwy 67, rather than 287 for Venus?

Rick

US67 and FM157. You can take US287 to pick up FM157 in Mansfield.

[Gilk51]

List updated: 32 Definite, 10 Maybe

Good showing. Who was the guy with the wife on the Kawi ZZR-600?
I think you mean Kelly (FWRex) and Allison (veryquick) - 'saki ZRX and ZZR...

[Gilk51]

I think I should be able to link up with you there. Just realized I haven't ridden with you in a while. I replaced my busted shifter today after work, so I'll be on the SV. I ought to be able to keep up.
I'll look for ya, Jim. We can decide to use the Granbury route or go link up with the peanut gallery in Venus. See you around 8...

[mnapuran]

Okay... here's MY plan:

I'm going to Todd's (tapntx) in the morning (~8:15am), then we are heading up 75/Central and planning on picking up Rick (rickmillertx) near 75/Walnut Hill (~8:30am). Then we are heading out to get Melanie (Vitto) in Red Oak at 35E/Ovilla Rd (~8:50am).

Then we will head to Venus. Plan on being in Venus by 9:30am. If anyone wants to join us at that time... please let me know, and let me know a specific location. Otherwise, we will just head out to Hico from there after a brief stop in Venus.

If you have the need to PM me, I might not get until the morning, so include a cell phone number.

[Texhoss]

Hi fellows, I need to cancel my ride. You guys eat some pie for me.

Later,

Texhoss

[Sleepy Weasel]

I am now a definite also. I don't know what the route is, but I would enjoy riding with an RC. Lewisville area gang post up.

Wanna head down to meet Chuck's group with me? I figure on rolling out about (gulp) 7 to allow time for at least one wrong turn.

Trying to remember just where Green Oaks crosses I20, specifically in relationship to 360...
:scratch

[Gilk51]

Wanna head down to meet Chuck's group with me? I figure on rolling out about (gulp) 7 to allow time for at least one wrong turn.

Trying to remember just where Green Oaks crosses I20, specifically in relationship to 360...
:scratch
The scenic route is to take Green Oaks off of 360 (also the Carrier exit) and take it around to the west. Has some nice sweeping curves. Hang a left at Eastchase (I think it is Meadowbrook at that point) - it will eventually become Green Oaks again. There is a Y where Little Road goes off to the right, just after Pleasant Ridge (Jack-in-the-Box on the left). The Minyards is on the right about 1/8 mile after the Y. Other than the left at Eastchase, the road changes names but doesn't require any turn-offs...

If you go 360 to I20 west, Green Oaks is exit 445 - about 8 miles west of 360...

See you there...

[KawiJeff]

OK I'm in. I will meet with the group out of Venus around 9:00.

[mnapuran]

Hope you guys are dressing warmer then I can.... I just dressed up and went for a ride a few minutes ago (58 degrees or so here), and I was still cold. And it's gonna be closer to 42 or so at 8am.

See ya tomorrow.... cold and tired.... but ready for pie!

[Sleepy Weasel]

The scenic route is to take Green Oaks off of 360 (also the Carrier exit) and take it around to the west. Has some nice sweeping curves. Hang a left at Eastchase (I think it is Meadowbrook at that point) - it will eventually become Green Oaks again. There is a Y where Little Road goes off to the right, just after Pleasant Ridge (Jack-in-the-Box on the left). The Minyards is on the right about 1/8 mile after the Y. Other than the left at Eastchase, the road changes names but doesn't require any turn-offs...

If you go 360 to I20 west, Green Oaks is exit 445 - about 8 miles west of 360...

See you there...

Ah, ok... Think I'll opt for the direct/quick route in the interest of a timely arrival.

[Hotboot]

Wanna head down to meet Chuck's group with me? I figure on rolling out about (gulp) 7 to allow time for at least one wrong turn.

Trying to remember just where Green Oaks crosses I20, specifically in relationship to 360...
:scratch

I was planning on meeting up w/ Gilk in Venus....9:00 ish. Still have to leave here @ 0730 to have a relaxed pace with a coffe warmer stop. Gonna be chilly. Fox exit Cracker Barrell at 7:10 for breakfast. All welcome.

[Sleepy Weasel]

I was planning on meeting up w/ Gilk in Venus....9:00 ish. Still have to leave here @ 0730 to have a relaxed pace with a coffe warmer stop. Gonna be chilly. Fox exit Cracker Barrell at 7:10 for breakfast. All welcome.

Ok, that works... Chuck, guess I'll catch you in Venus then.

I didn't know Cracker Barrel was open for breakfast.

[mnapuran]

Where in Venus are you guys meeting?

[kocook]

So we will shoot for being there at about 8:45 for a 9:00am departure. Scott getting out of bed and on a scooter in time to be near Austin by 8:45pm has me :rofl :rofl :rofl :rofl :rofl :rofl :rofl :rofl :rofl

[KawiJeff]

Where in Venus are you guys meeting?
At the Wataburger/ Exxon. It is at the stop light at 67 & 157, I believe. Can not miss it.

[hardybaker]

Yes sir, It looks like seven or eight of us will be departing "Marquez" at eight in the morning.(from crossroads store). From there to Groesbeck,Praire Hil,Mount Calm,West,Clifton, Cranfield Gap, Fairy and Hico.And then???Please keep in touch and lets get together sometime and ride!! Hardy Baker

[bluedogok]

Anyone have the GPS location of the place? I'm finding quite a few options on 281 & 6.

31.98296 N
98.03310 W

It is on the northeast corner of the US-281 and Hwy 6 intersection.

[Squeaky]

Scott getting out of bed and on a scooter in time to be near Austin by 8:45pm has me :rofl :rofl :rofl :rofl :rofl :rofl :rofl :rofl :rofl

Nah, I'll bet he's already in Austin and only a few short miles from the TC. 8-)

[Gilk51]

Ok, that works... Chuck, guess I'll catch you in Venus then.

I didn't know Cracker Barrel was open for breakfast.
Well, it looks like we'll meet at the Minyards and head down to Venus.

Don't see any routes posted after that. If we use Kidder's route, we will get into Hico too late - it may be better to ride that on the way back.

I would suggest a modification to the route I was going to use - take 67 south towards Cleburne and pick up FM4 there - take that to G-bury, FM144 exit right to FM51, south on 51. Depending on what time we hit US67, we can take 67 right to 220 to 6 to the KK or take 67 left to 203,144,917 to 6 and the KK.

I'll print up a copy of Judd's (Kidder) route (as soon as I find it)...

[SabreScott]

Karen and I will take a direct route from Sachse so she can get her beauty sleep. We are planning to ride SH 16 north from the area up to Graham and on to Wichita Falls to visit my son and my mom.
See you guys there. We'll try not to be late this time.

[Gilk51]

Here is Kidder's Route (shamelessly cut & pasted from his post on 1/13/05):

Honestly, the DFW folks could/SHOULD do a great ride. Meet up at the gas station at the corner of 67 and 157 (Venus). Then, continue south on 157, then hit twisties pretty much all the way to Hico (except for a short stint through Whitney). This route includes the spectacular FM 1238 from Cranfills Gap to Hwy 6 at Iredell. Then take 6 directly into Hico.

If people are interested in doing a twisty route at a "nice" pace, let me know and I'll probably end up going. I'm not interested in taking the slab all the way to Hico. If we met at Venus at 9am with kickstands up, we'd roll into Hico right around 11:30.

Here's the route I have in mind:

From Venus (corner of 67 and 157): Take 157 south
Turn right (west) on FM 916 to Grandview
Continue on 916 to Rio Vista
Turn left (west) on 174
Turn left (south) on FM 933 to Whitney
Turn right on 22 and go over the Whitney Dam
Turn left at Laguna Park on FM 56
Veer right onto FM 708
Turn left on FM 219 into Clifton (gas stop)
Continue on 219 to Cranfills Gap
Turn right on 22 then turn left back onto FM 219
Veer right onto FM 1238
Turn left on Hwy 6 and head to Hico
The route back can vary. I usually reverse the route. I'd be willing to lead the group to Hico (unless someone else wants to)
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If you want to find it - it is on page 18 (!) of Zim's epic Central Texas Meet & Greet thread that became the First Pie Run in the history books...

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Also ripped off from Yeeha Stephen's post in the same thread:

DFW folks... If it's dry, I would be remiss if I didn't remind you that when you're running down 67 to Hico, you cruise right by one of the premium MC roads us N-Texans have. FM203 South on 67 just after you leave Glen Rose, take FM203 left. (If you make it to 51 or the Chalk Mountain roadside park, you passed it.) Right on TX144, through Walnut Springs, Right on FM927, Right on TX6 in Iredell and on to Hico & ride right passed where you would have come out on TX220.

That first part of 203 is Sweet.
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[Rocket_Cowboy]

Sorry ya'll ... too much drinking last night has left me in a physical state not suitable for riding today. Apparently I've turned into quite the light weight after going through my detox routine prior to running the Two Step. Hopefully I can catch ya'll on the next one. :(

[Gilk51]

Thanks Chuck. I do REALLY appreciate that no pic thing...... :nana
I'm dead... :pound:

[Vitto]

and the reason for that distinctive white jacket.....

is a reflection of my inner self... pure as fresh fallen snow :angel:





:moon:

[Gilk51]

Looks like TM or another Admin has moved the after-ride posts here: pie run X story telling... (http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5956)

(the last 2 posts by Vitto and me need to be moved as well, we must have been in the process of posting when the thread was moved).