OFFICIAL: The December Pie Run (New Year's) Celebration! [Archive]

wczimmerman

11-19-2005, 10:44 AM

Where: The Holiday Inn Express in College Station
1203 UNIVERSITY DRIVE EAST
COLLEGE STATION, TX 77840
979-846-8700

When: 31 December 2005 :dude:
6PM-1AM
Dinner and pie served at 6:30PM

Cost: Pay Here (http://twtex.com/forums/Dec_Pie_Run.htm)

A block of 10 rooms (minimum required) are reserved under William Zimmerman/Two Wheeled Texans at a discounted rate. This rate will be set on Monday (21 Nov), but it will be less than $89 for the night. Reservations need to made on your own and before 19 Dec. If at least the 10 rooms are not booked by the cutoff date, this event cannot happen. If we have more than the 10, they have room.

What: This will be THE TWT event! We will be ringing in the new year and celebrating 12 successful Pie Runs.
The catering will be BBQ:
2 meats (brisket/sausage), 3 veggies, bread, pickles, peppers, onions, tea, and sauce. They have a selection of 9 different pies! The cost covers your dinner and the pie of your choice from those available! Reservations for the dinner need to made here and paid to Tourmeister before the 19 December cutoff date. We will need to know how many adults and children will be attending, so please list that in your post. Please also list your preference for pie from this list:

Apple
Boston Cream
Cherry
Chocolate Meringue
Coconut Meringue
Lemon Meringue
Pecan
Pumpkin
Millionaire Pie

I will mark each person as PAID as Scott confirms the payment. We will have several folks bringing some of the best motorcycling movies for our viewing pleasure. There will also be an area for kid's movies. For those that may not want to watch the motorcycle movies :scratch: bring whatever game (cards, etc) instead. We will also celebrate the New Year at midnight. We plan to cage it down to CS, so please come in your cages or bikes!

The caterer needs a $100 deposit to lock in the date, so the quicker we get the initial funds, the quicker we can lock down their services. The hotel is providing the meeting rooms for free with the 10 room bookings. Please note if you plan to stay in the hotel in your post.

Alcohol: BYOB. You are welcome to bring your own alcohol, dunkenness and rowdiness will not be tolerated!

NEED:
1. We need someone artistic to put together a Powerpoint on DVD that is a collection of pictures from each of the Pie Runs from the year. This will be shown at the event! When we have the victim, I mean, volunteer we will start a thread for submissions. UPDATE: AustinTrophy is handling this here (http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6368)

2. The hotel does not have a DVD player, so we will need to bring 2 (one for the adults and one for the kids) and the necessary cables to hook them up.

Who: (DEADLINE 19 DECEMBER)
Staying in hotel:

wczimmerman
blazin' mama + 2 kids
Gilk51
Tortuga
vfer + wife (+1 in the oven)
Tourmeister
Blue Bomber + 1 kid
bluedogok + Naomi
budzrex + Pam + Amber
birdwh
Squeaky
Skid
Rainmaker
Snoopster
Yeeha Stephen + wife
Cruzintexas + wife

Not staying in hotel:

P-Ratt
HiSPL + 3
RockmanTx + wife

Total Attendance:
32

Hotel Rooms:
11

wczimmerman

11-19-2005, 10:46 AM

wczimmerman-Adult-Apple
blazin' mama-Adult-Chocolate Meringue
Zimmerman kid #1-Child-Lemon Meringue
Zimmerman kid #2-Child-Lemon Meringue
Staying in the hotel.

NOT PAID

Gilk51

11-19-2005, 11:25 AM

wczimmerman

11-19-2005, 11:38 AM

gilk51 - Adult(?) - Boston Creme (can we have more than one?) :shock:
staying at hotel

Haven't talked Tortuga into it, yet (she isn't interested in a night of MC movies) :roll: So, it may be just me...

Ask her what she would like to do-I'm certainly open to suggestions! There will be several wives there, so we'd love to have her.

vfer

11-19-2005, 07:16 PM

vfer-adult-pecan
wife-adult-apple
staying at hotel
PAID [mod add]

Tourmeister

11-19-2005, 09:20 PM

Way ahead of you Chuck ;-)

However, for those that pay using PayPal, there is also the issue of the transaction fee. So the final price for them will be a little higher.

These are the PayPal prices and include the fee and tax.

Single Adult will be $11.50
Two Adults will be $22.60

One kid will be $7.30
Two kids will be $14.25
Three kids will be $21.25

For those paying by checks: $11 for each adult and $6.75 for each kid.

Gilk51

11-19-2005, 09:49 PM

:shock: Man, I'll pay by check then!

Let's see, $11 + $0.37 for the stamp...

Wow! I save 13 cents! :-P

vfer

11-19-2005, 09:53 PM

I just sent my money via PayPal to ya Scott.I'm ready for pie.

wczimmerman

11-19-2005, 10:06 PM

I just sent my money via PayPal to ya Scott.I'm ready for pie.

Duly noted!

Tourmeister

11-19-2005, 10:28 PM

So... I hear Mexico is nice this time of year... :mrgreen:

Tourmeister

11-20-2005, 11:16 PM

WC, stick this on the Calendar. Mods can do that ya know ;-)

wczimmerman

11-21-2005, 09:03 AM

WC, stick this on the Calendar. Mods can do that ya know ;-)

Done deal. It says it's waiting for approval from a Mod, but I have no idea where that's done. :help:

Gilk51

11-21-2005, 10:01 AM

Done deal. It says it's waiting for approval from a Mod, but I have no idea where that's done. :help:
See? It happens to other folks, too! :-(

Tourmeister

11-21-2005, 08:49 PM

GGRRR... @#!%@! permissions are driving me bonkers... The event has been allowed and should show up now. I "think" have finally checked the right box so I don't have to approve everything, but don't hold your breath :roll: :-P

bluedogok

11-21-2005, 08:52 PM

It happened to me also when I tried to post next weeks bike night.

Tourmeister

11-21-2005, 09:17 PM

Yours got validated as well ;-)

mary111

11-22-2005, 08:16 AM

Actually, from what I've witnessed, most of the students go home for New Year's....back to their home towns/cities to do the New Year's scene with old friends.

AustinTrophy

11-22-2005, 08:42 AM

1. We need someone artistic to put together a Powerpoint on DVD that is a collection of pictures from each of the Pie Runs from the year. This will be shown at the event! When we have the victim, I mean, volunteer we will start a thread for submissions.

Ok, since I can't go on this ride because I will be busy trying to figure out which end of a diaper goes on which side of the baby, I'll volunteer to put the presentation together. At least I'll be there in spirit that way :)

wczimmerman

11-22-2005, 08:53 AM

Ok, since I can't go on this ride because I will be busy trying to figure out which end of a diaper goes on which side of the baby, I'll volunteer to put the presentation together. At least I'll be there in spirit that way :)

EXCELLENT! You are the hero of the party!:bigokay:

HiSPL

11-22-2005, 08:16 PM

Couple of tech questions....

Does the Hotel provide a projector WITH a laptop for the P-Point or just a projector. Is their screen attached to a wall or is it a portable job? Also do they provide sound for the movies? Is it part of the room system or is it localized so that two movies can be played at once, without disturbing each other.

I want to come to this, I just need to find out if I'm working or not. I could provide a DVD player and a laptop with a DVD drive that would serve as the second DVD player and P-Point machine. I could also *possibly provide some sound reinforcement for the movies. I have a couple of speaker projects laying around that would suffice. Along with amps and mixers and all sorts of freaky sound equipment....

I am saying we are a strong maybe for 2 adults and 2 kids (3 and 5 y/o) no room. Pie choice forthcoming....

:nana:

wczimmerman

11-22-2005, 08:18 PM

AustinTrophy

11-23-2005, 12:39 PM

... When we have the victim, I mean, volunteer we will start a thread for submissions....

Do you want me to start the thread, or will you do it and make it sticky with your Mod powers? :shock: I'd like to get started on this ASAP. I've downloaded as many pictures as I could find in threads related to pie runs, but There are many runs left unaccounted for.

wczimmerman

11-23-2005, 12:42 PM

Do you want me to start the thread, or will you do it and make it sticky with your Mod powers? :shock: I'd like to get started on this ASAP. I've downloaded as many pictures as I could find in threads related to pie runs, but There are many runs left unaccounted for.

Go ahead and start the thread and I'll make it sticky. Thanks for your help on this.

wczimmerman

11-24-2005, 08:48 AM

Just as a friendly Thanksgiving reminder: 18 days left until the cutoff. Please make your reservations soon!

wczimmerman

11-28-2005, 03:00 PM

T minus 14 days and counting to the cut off date.

Dragwn

11-28-2005, 04:20 PM

I'm gonna ask my SO and see if she'll do something with me..I can use my priorityclub points for a room...and it'll be in Aggieland, so maybe she'll agree :mrgreen:

bluedogok

11-28-2005, 06:43 PM

Scott - adult - Chocolate Meringue
Naomi - adult - Boston Creme
Staying at motel

I can bring a DVD/VCR player if needed.

PAID [mod added]

wczimmerman

11-28-2005, 07:47 PM

Thanks Scott! Got you added to the list.

Keith-lemme know what you and your SO decide!

I'm not sure what the interest would be but my wife is considering getting the ladies together to do scrapbooking at this event, too.

Tourmeister

11-28-2005, 08:53 PM

Bluedogok has paid.

budzrex

11-28-2005, 09:11 PM

We are in, reserved a room for that night I will get a check or paypal
to Scott this week. It will be for
Bud-adult- Apple Pie
Pam-Adult-Pie decision pending
Amber-child-consulting with mom

We can bring a good assortment of Childrens DVDs as well

wczimmerman

11-28-2005, 10:07 PM

Pam-Adult-Pie decision pending
Amber-child-consulting with mom

We can bring a good assortment of Childrens DVDs as well

:rofl: :rofl:

Updated the list and changed bluedogok to reflect a paid status. Only need 4 more on the rooms and 10 more for the caterer. Lookin' good so far.8-)

wczimmerman

11-28-2005, 10:31 PM

I can bring a DVD/VCR player if needed.

PAID [mod added]

Please do.

HiSPL

11-29-2005, 08:01 AM

Hey, could you guys post the age of your kids?

Grace = 5
Joe = 3

budzrex

11-29-2005, 08:09 AM

Our daughter Amber is 8

wczimmerman

11-29-2005, 10:15 AM

My kids are 6 and 4.

DucGirl

11-29-2005, 10:24 AM

wow - why was little ole college station chosen for this?

too bad we're going to be gone by then, but I can post it up on the TAMUMC board if y'all want....

Vee Dub Nut

11-29-2005, 11:19 AM

let me look at my schedule... i'll probley be around for dinner and such, but wont need a room :-D

wczimmerman

11-29-2005, 01:42 PM

wow - why was little ole college station chosen for this?

too bad we're going to be gone by then, but I can post it up on the TAMUMC board if y'all want....

CS is central to the Austin-Houston-Dallas-Ft. Worth-San Antonio triangle. Please feel free to post this event but we'll need folks to sign up here so we can track numbers.

DucGirl

11-29-2005, 01:46 PM

cool - I hear that - I posted it over on our board and just copied the original post - if anyone mentions that they will be going I'll tell them to post up over here for sure

wczimmerman

11-29-2005, 01:49 PM

let me look at my schedule... i'll probley be around for dinner and such, but wont need a room :-D

Just lemme know

wczimmerman

11-29-2005, 01:50 PM

cool - I hear that - I posted it over on our board and just copied the original post - if anyone mentions that they will be going I'll tell them to post up over here for sure

Thanks!

P-Ratt

11-29-2005, 04:03 PM

We'll (hopefully) be getting in from a trip that day. I'd expect to make it out for some but won't be needing a room.

1 Adult please: pumpkin

PAID [mod added]

Tourmeister

11-29-2005, 05:08 PM

Sarah = 1

wczimmerman

11-30-2005, 07:37 AM

We'll (hopefully) be getting in from a trip that day. I'd expect to make it out for some but won't be needing a room.

1 Adult please: pumpkin

Got you added!

Tourmeister

11-30-2005, 01:32 PM

P-ratt = paid

wczimmerman

12-02-2005, 05:22 PM

Friendly reminder: T minus 10 days and counting to the cutoff date

Tourmeister

12-02-2005, 06:02 PM

Will "birdwh" Bird has paid for one adult. No clue about the pie preference ;-)

wczimmerman

12-03-2005, 11:38 AM

Will "birdwh" Bird has paid for one adult. No clue about the pie preference ;-)

Staying in the hotel?

Tourmeister

12-03-2005, 12:48 PM

Don't know. He just sent me a check for the fee and nothing else. Shoot him a PM.

wczimmerman

12-03-2005, 09:33 PM

All right! We only need 3 more folks to reserve a room to get the meeting rooms for free and only 7 more for the caterer. It should be a great time!

Squeaky

12-03-2005, 10:00 PM

I'll be there, but I haven't reserved a room yet. I will be staying in the hotel.

NOT PAID [mod added]

wczimmerman

12-03-2005, 10:02 PM

I'll be there, but I haven't reserved a room yet. I will be staying in the hotel.

Excellent! I am really hoping to get to chat with you, Squeaky, for more than a few seconds this time 'round!

Squeaky

12-03-2005, 10:05 PM

Excellent! I am really hoping to get to chat with you, Squeaky, for more than a few seconds this time 'round!

Yeah, you and I have been in the same place at the same time on more than a few occasions but I don't think we've actually shared an entire conversation. We'll have plenty of time to talk at the shin-dig!

Tourmeister

12-03-2005, 10:56 PM

So if we don't get 10 rooms reserved, what is the deal on the meeting room? Can we still use it? If so, what would be the cost? Do we have a backup location if that cost is high?

wczimmerman

12-07-2005, 03:05 PM

5 days left!

Tourmeister

12-07-2005, 03:07 PM

You did not answer my question ;-)

wczimmerman

12-07-2005, 03:18 PM

You did not answer my question ;-)

I know. The person that is in charge of all this leaves at 3PM (M-F), and because I'm at work I keep missing her. I will call her during the day tomorrow and get your questions as well as the previous A/V questions answered and report back here.

One more thing to note: I put the wrong address for the hotel on the initial posting. If you called the 979-846-8700 number to make your reservation, then you have made it at the CORRECT location. ONLY THE ADDRESS was wrong. If you googled their number based on the address, you'll need to move that reservation. Sorry-my mistake. :oops:

I have corrected the address.

wczimmerman

12-07-2005, 03:24 PM

I spoke with the front desk about the number of rooms reserved. With my reservation, they are showing only 2 rooms reserved under the original block of 10. If you have already made your reservation, please call them and verify that it is under the Two Wheeled Texans group so we get credit for the number. If you have not made your reservation, please do so soon.

bluedogok

12-07-2005, 03:39 PM

It took them awhile to find the group name, but the finally said they found it. I will forward my confirmation number to you when I get home for reference.

Tourmeister

12-07-2005, 05:02 PM

Don't post your confirmation number! Just PM it to him ;-) We're booked for one room.

:tab I would like to have some kind of alternate plan if this falls through because we don't book enough rooms. We have a big screen TV but not enough room for everyone to spend the night ;-) There are several hotels within a mile or so of us. We can handle 15-20 people in the house without too much trouble. So if all else fails, perhaps we can party at our place. I have room for maybe six or seven bikes in the garage. No cover charge, just donations for grub and drinks.

:tab Best case scenario is we do the original plan! ;-)

Squeaky

12-07-2005, 05:52 PM

Ok, room is booked and PayPal on the way for the meal.
I sure hope this goes off without a hitch, but I'd settle for Casa de Friday if it came down to it. After all, it's not about where I spend the holiday, it's who I spend it with that matters. ;-)

Tourmeister

12-07-2005, 08:39 PM

Got the paypal for Squeaky

Skid

12-07-2005, 10:43 PM

I made my PayPal payment.

Skid

Tourmeister

12-07-2005, 10:48 PM

Confirmed, Skid is paid.

wczimmerman

12-08-2005, 02:20 PM

Argh! :headbang:

Tried calling the hotel to talk with Diedra about alternate plans and costs and guess what? She left early today!

First, Jen gets creamed in our truck this morning, now this...I will get the answers hopefully tomorrow.

Tourmeister

12-08-2005, 02:35 PM

Is Jen okay?

vfer

12-08-2005, 08:25 PM

Is Jen okay?
What he said?

Gilk51

12-08-2005, 08:36 PM

More info here: ice/car/truck mishap (http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6622)

(bottom line - the Z girls are OK)

birdwh

12-08-2005, 09:27 PM

I'll make my reservation tomorrow (friday) but it looks like we're still not going to make 10 rooms???

budzrex

12-09-2005, 12:22 AM

I will call tomorrow and let them know my reservation is for the TWT booking cant remember if I specified or not

wczimmerman

12-09-2005, 08:41 AM

OK-spoke with Diedra this morning:

1. Even if we don't get to the 10 rooms, we'll get the meeting rooms free anyway.
2. Our cutoff date has been extended to 19 Dec 2005
3. She only shows 4 rooms as booked under the TWT name currently
4. If we would like to use a projector to do a Powerpoint presentation, they have one available.

So, that still leaves us with a minimum of 25 folks for the caterer, and we're getting close on that now, too.

vfer

12-09-2005, 09:07 AM

I just reserved my room at the hotel.

birdwh

12-09-2005, 10:13 AM

Me too

Gilk51

12-11-2005, 09:40 PM

And the party animal has one reserved as well. (uh, ya'll don't mind if I have my warm milk and go to bed at 10:30 PM do ya?)... :roll:

wczimmerman

12-16-2005, 08:51 AM

Just a reminder that the cutoff date is now 3 days away (it was adjusted for us). Get your reservations in now!

HiSPL

12-16-2005, 12:15 PM

I'm in. Just PP'd Scott. No room for us, we live about 3 miles away. I can bring a DVD player and a Powerbook that could run the powerpoint or double as the 2nd DVD player. Let me know if I need anything else. Also what about sound, find anything out about that? I can get almost anything we need as far as sound and video goes. Need another projector?

Tim = Boston cream
Daniela = Lemon meringue
Grace = Pumpkin
Joseph = Pumpkin

Looking forward to it!

Tourmeister

12-16-2005, 12:27 PM

Do we at least have enough people for the caterer?

wczimmerman

12-16-2005, 01:47 PM

Do we at least have enough people for the caterer?

Well, it's 25 minimum for the caterer and we're at 24 by my count. TM-PM me with the total in the Paypal account and I'll get with you on the final costs.

RockmanTex

12-16-2005, 07:29 PM

Add Steve & Sheri for meal and Pecan pie, no room. We sent paypal to Scott.

Steve

Tourmeister

12-16-2005, 08:57 PM

HiSPL and Rockman have paid.

Yeeha! Stephen

12-17-2005, 02:16 PM

Coming in just under the wire... Yeeha! Stephen & Miss Vicki, with a last minute change of plans, are gonna be able to make it.

Room reserved at the Hotel today (Sat 17 Dec) Hope that helps.

Stephen Slisz = Coconut Pie
Vicki Mansfield = Chocolate Pie

And, the checks in the mail.

See Ya'll there!

Cruzintexas

12-19-2005, 10:56 AM

Rita and I are there!
We are staying at the Hotel.
Steve

Cruzintexas

12-19-2005, 01:11 PM

Steve N Rita 2x pecan pie
Paid via pay pal 12/19/05

Tourmeister

12-19-2005, 07:09 PM

Got their payment.

wczimmerman

12-19-2005, 07:43 PM

Thanks! I'll be giving the caterer the final head count and pie order tomorrow.

Squeaky

12-20-2005, 11:28 AM

Almost forgot - Boston Cream pls!

wczimmerman

12-20-2005, 12:59 PM

OK! We're a GO for liftoff! I have locked in the caterer for the event by paying the deposit and given them the list of pies we'll need. We have met the 10 room minimum for the hotel (although they were not going to hold us to that). We're all set.

There's still time to get in on this, but I will have to put a deadline of 27 Dec 2005 for a final headcount.

Snoopster

12-20-2005, 04:22 PM

It looks like Erik "Rainmaker" & I will be there to join all our TWT friends. :party: I was still able to make a reservation. I will have to get back to you on the pie. BTW, I didn't see Gavin "Skid" listed on the first page as an attendee.

Tourmeister: Is it okay to wait til Thursday to pay your personally?

Squeaky

12-20-2005, 05:06 PM

It looks like Erik "Rainmaker" & I will be there to join all our TWT friends. :party:
:thumb:
YAY!! :jammin:
PARTY ON! :drums:

Gilk51

12-20-2005, 08:23 PM

Almost forgot - Boston Cream pls!
I knew that I liked you for some reason - excellent choice (if nobody else picks it - we can just split a whole pie!) :shock:

It looks like Erik "Rainmaker" & I will be there to join all our TWT friends.
Uh oh. And I was planning to ride to this thing. I guess I better ask Santa for monsoon gear... (am I right in that Arkansas Bud is comin' TOO) :help:

:shock: :shock: :shock:

Tourmeister

12-20-2005, 08:33 PM

Deb, yes.

budzrex

12-20-2005, 08:34 PM

Back your slicker Chuck Tropical Storm Bud rolls into Texas for most of the Week. I will be spreading liquid joy its a Pie Run remember the first 6 oh the soggy memories

Gilk51

12-20-2005, 08:50 PM

Back your slicker Chuck Tropical Storm Bud rolls into Texas for most of the Week. I will be spreading liquid joy its a Pie Run remember the first 6 oh the soggy memories

*** GASP *** :nono:

;-) (looking forward to meeting you, Bud) :-)

budzrex

12-20-2005, 09:00 PM

Looks to be a great evening, Look forward to meeting you as well:rider:

Tourmeister

12-20-2005, 10:08 PM

Chris, do we have everything squared away for the DVD player and sound?

Squeaky

12-20-2005, 10:51 PM

Maybe Rainmaker and Bud will cancel each other out?
Getting down there should be easy enough with rain gear if needed. The rest of the night will be spent in the warm & cozy hotel so it shouldn't be an issue.

Hey, that reminds me - is there an indoor pool or hot tub or anything at this hotel? :cool2:

bluedogok

12-20-2005, 11:31 PM

I will be bringing a DVD/VCR combo player.

budzrex

12-21-2005, 09:18 AM

We are bringing an assortment of Childrens DVDs but only have a small portable player if anyone has something larger for the kids to view on.

wczimmerman

12-21-2005, 09:21 AM

We plan on bringing our DVD player and some kids movies, too. HiSPL is going by the hotel to evaluate what we'll need for a proper setup, so I'll defer to him on the necessary equipment.

Squeaky-they have an outdoor pool, so if you're into the Polar Bear club you're welcome to go swimming!

Snoopster

12-21-2005, 10:49 AM

Lemon Meringue - me :coffee:
Boston Creme - Erik

Chris: Please add Steve "cruzintexas" & Rita "Hurricane Rita" to the attendees list.

wczimmerman

12-21-2005, 06:37 PM

From HiSPL:
OK, it seems like we will need everything for the adults. The "projector" that they had was an overhead projector for transparencies. Doesn't really work for video! I will take care of everything for the adult entertainment. Video, sound, and laptop. The kids will have a 32" inch TV and VCR for their corner. If someone brings kids movies on DVD, then we will need a DVD player for that.

So it seems that all we need are 1 DVD player, and the movies! I'll take care of the rest...

Thanks for doing this!

Will we need some RCA cables to hook up the DVD's, etc?

HiSPL

12-21-2005, 07:56 PM

Nah.... Got it covered.:thumb:

budzrex

12-21-2005, 09:26 PM

We will bring DVDs and Videos for the Kids

Amber has a fairly good library if there are any requests

Squeaky

12-21-2005, 09:38 PM

We will bring DVDs and Videos for the Kids

Amber has a fairly good library if there are any requests

Ooh, Ooh, can we watch Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (the original) and Bugs Bunny and Shrek and Little Mermaid and...

Oh, wait - I'm watching the adult movies, right? :uhoh:

budzrex

12-21-2005, 10:43 PM

We will have you a special chair saved at the little people's table:-)

wczimmerman

12-22-2005, 08:12 PM

I'm pretty sure the list on page 1 accurately reflects everyone that is coming. Next time we do this, I'm gonna have to come up with a better way to track this info.

AustinTrophy

12-22-2005, 10:14 PM

I'm pretty sure the list on page 1 accurately reflects everyone that is coming. Next time we do this, I'm gonna have to come up with a better way to track this info.
You might look into eVite (http://www.evite.com)(www.evite.com) for next time. I've used it for a couple parties and it works quite well, though I'm not sure if you can set something up without having to create a guestlist and email invitations via their site.

P-Ratt

12-24-2005, 10:25 AM

Oh, wait - I'm watching the adult movies, right? :uhoh:Adult movies? What kind of celebration is this? ;-)

Gilk51

12-24-2005, 11:25 AM

Adult movies? What kind of celebration is this? ;-)
To Rebecca, adult movies are those tagged PG... ;-)

wczimmerman

12-26-2005, 11:48 AM

Well folks-looks like the weather just might cooperate! We're looking at 60's during the day with full sunshine. Maybe the Zimmerman family will be arriving on 2 wheels after all...

Gilk51

12-26-2005, 05:42 PM

wczimmerman

12-26-2005, 06:15 PM

Just curious when folks are planning to arrive at the event? I'm trying to determine what time I should leave and whether to try to link up with someone on the way there (like Temple but not Houston). ;-)

Still working on Susan... :roll:

We're actually planning on leaving at about 14:00 so our 4 year old can get a catnap before we ride down. Chuck, you're welcome to ride down with us. We're right on I-35 and about an 1 hour from B/CS.

Our address:
1016 N 1st St.
Temple, TX 76501

PM me if you'd like my cell number.

Gilk51

12-26-2005, 07:39 PM

Thanks, WC, I think that would be terrific - especially if you know where we are going... :roll:

Composing a PM next...

Tourmeister

12-26-2005, 08:12 PM

:tab Temple is a good bit out of the way for getting to College Station from DFW isn't it? :scratch: I would hit Hwy 6 from Waco and run into BCS, just watch for LEO! Or, I would just shoot down I-45 to Madisonville and pick up Tx 21/US 190 West to BCS. Now if you are riding down...

Gilk51

12-26-2005, 09:11 PM

Aw, TM, exactly when does "out of the way" matter while on the motorsikle? ;-)

I hope to try some FMs down to around Waco and hook into I35 near there. Besides, I would like to watch the Zims get themselves & 2 kids on the bikes. Now the first page Says "WC" and "Blazing Mama +2 kids". I really want to see this - putting both kids on the Zuk with Jen! :shock:

Yeah, I am planning on riding down if the weather holds up - got someone to cover my SS class so I can play hookey on Sunday & sleep late, too... ;-)

Cruzintexas

12-27-2005, 10:32 AM

we are riding from the conroe area on saturday and hope to hit a few roads the round about way. any takers????
steve n rita

Squeaky

12-27-2005, 02:56 PM

we are riding from the conroe area on saturday and hope to hit a few roads the round about way. any takers????
steve n rita

Probably! What time y'all plan on leaving?

Snoopster

12-27-2005, 03:04 PM

Hey Steve,

I'm interested in hooking up with ya'll too. :rider: Let me know the plan.

Cruzintexas

12-27-2005, 03:30 PM

I GUESS WE CAN PLAY IT BY EAR AND SEE WHAT THE WEATHER DOES. iF IT IS GOOD WE CAN LEAVE AROUND NOON AND MAKE A SWING THROUGH EASTEXAS THEN BACK WEST TO CS. iS ERIC COMING?????
STEVE N RITA

Squeaky

12-27-2005, 03:37 PM

Yup, Tweedle Dee & Tweedle Dum, uh, I mean, Gavin and Erik are coming too... :lol2:

Cruzintexas

12-27-2005, 04:29 PM

Yup, Tweedle Dee & Tweedle Dum, uh, I mean, Gavin and Erik are coming too... :lol2:
be nice i areone of those!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Yeeha! Stephen

12-27-2005, 10:02 PM

Well folks-looks like the weather just might cooperate! We're looking at 60's during the day with full sunshine. Maybe the Zimmerman family will be arriving on 2 wheels after all...

My ride is in the shop, gettin' all primed for the Spring Season... We'll be in the Cage.

wczimmerman

12-29-2005, 09:01 AM

Yup, Tweedle Dee & Tweedle Dum, uh, I mean, Gavin and Erik are coming too... :lol2:

Are Gavin and Erik already on the list by a username or do they need to be added? Are they paid up? Thanks. I'm contacting the caterer today with a final head count.

Squeaky

12-29-2005, 09:35 AM

Erik is Rainmaker and Gavin is Skid. They should be on there already.

wczimmerman

12-29-2005, 10:27 AM

OK. I have given the final headcount to the caterer and we're ready to go. If you have not paid please do so soon since we'll be paying the caterer at the event from those funds.

My wonderful wife put forth an idea the other night: We're probably going to need sweet and salty snacks for the post dinner/pre New Year countdown time. If you can, please bring something: chips, salsa, candy, etc. This would be a great way to clear all of that extra Christmas food out from your house!

Also for a final review-who's bringing a DVD player?We're going to need 2 (one for the adults and one for the kids) and any necessary hookups to the TV's. HiSPL: can you give some info on anything we might need to supplement what you're setting up?

Tourmeister

12-29-2005, 11:59 AM

To my knowledge, everyone on the list has paid.

birdwh

12-30-2005, 01:44 PM

Austintrophy hooked up with Scott to transfer the p-run photo presentation DVD...ok, i'm not sure which scott, not tourmeister scott anyway.

I'll be coming despite a leaky fork seal.

Squeaky

12-30-2005, 02:13 PM

Can't wait!
Getting antsy... Pie, friends, bikes, movies... What more could I ask for to ring in a brand new year?

Gilk51

12-30-2005, 02:17 PM

Austintrophy hooked up with Scott to transfer the p-run photo presentation DVD...ok, i'm not sure which scott, not tourmeister scott anyway.
I'll bet it was that Okie - Blue dawg... :-D

Snoopster

12-30-2005, 02:25 PM

For those of ya'll that are wanting to join us on a pre Pie Run ride we are meeting @ the Starbucks in Huntsville. :rider: Kickstands up @ 11:30. Not sure what route Steve "cruzintexas" has in mind but he said he'd get us to the hotel in time to shower & take a little nap before dinner @ 6:30.

Tourmeister

12-30-2005, 02:41 PM

Group nap?? :wary: :sleep:

Squeaky

12-30-2005, 02:47 PM

Group nap?? :wary: :sleep:

Everyone bring your jammies! I'll have the rubber ducky PJs... ;-)

I was actually wondering what everyone was going to be wearing - t-shirts and jeans like all other pie runs, something a little nicer since it's dinner, or something comfy like jammies since we'll be up all night and lounging?

Personally I like the jammies idea. Like a big grown-up pajama party. :-P

Tourmeister

12-30-2005, 02:53 PM

Uhh... does everyone sleep in Jammies? :-| :brainsnap

Squeaky

12-30-2005, 02:55 PM

Uhh... does everyone sleep in Jammies? :-| :brainsnap

Well if they don't, they should! :nana:

wczimmerman

12-30-2005, 02:56 PM

Everyone bring your jammies! I'll have the rubber ducky PJs... ;-)

I was actually wondering what everyone was going to be wearing - t-shirts and jeans like all other pie runs, something a little nicer since it's dinner, or something comfy like jammies since we'll be up all night and lounging?

Personally I like the jammies idea. Like a big grown-up pajama party. :-P

Since I personally believe the national fabric should be denim, the Zimmerman family will be in jeans and t-shirts. I never considered this to be a formal affair-just comfortable.

Uhh... does everyone sleep in Jammies?

:lol2: Nope. :duck:

HiSPL

12-30-2005, 04:36 PM

Also for a final review-who's bringing a DVD player?We're going to need 2 (one for the adults and one for the kids) and any necessary hookups to the TV's. HiSPL: can you give some info on anything we might need to supplement what you're setting up?

Hey y'all,
Just got back from the Keller - Tennessee - Waco Christmas marathon.:sleep: :coffee: :sleep:

I have another DVD player available to me, so all I need is movies for the grown-ups and the kiddos. Bring whatever movies that you might think are appropriate for a bunch of moto-nuts or just cool stuff to watch. (Dust 2 Glory would be, like AWESOME!). The kids can watch DVD or VHS video. The grown-ups will only have DVD.

So to recap, I am bringing EVERYTHING for video, powerpoint, kids video, and sound. No need for anybody to bring anything but the actual movies and P-point.

I will probably be there pretty early tomorrow (2 o'clockish) to start setting stuff up, so if anybody gets there early, drop in and say hi!

bluedogok

12-30-2005, 07:24 PM

Austintrophy dropped off the DVD this evening and we previewed it, all I can say is he did a great job on it :clap:

It actually runs on a DVD player, so it could play on a loop with a player on the computer while we are off watching D2G or LWR or Faster or .......

Gilk51

12-30-2005, 07:31 PM

Well, I have been unable to convince Susan to come down to BCS with me. That means there will be one unused meal "ticket" (I bought 2) - please make it available to anyone who needs it...

Oh well.

Squeaky

12-30-2005, 08:10 PM

... we previewed it...

Hey, no fair! It's supposed to be new for all of us! :box:

Chuck, sorry to hear that
a) I won't get to see Susan for this pie run
b) Susan won't be able to have the yummy food and pie that Chris has set up for us
c) There will be an unused meal ticket (although I'm sure someone will want to go back for seconds :eat: )
d) You don't get to spend NYE with your loving wife :tears:

bluedogok

12-30-2005, 09:23 PM

He wanted to make sure it worked on a regular DVD player since he had problems with the first one he burned :trust:

budzrex

12-30-2005, 09:45 PM

We have run into a slight issue during our travels this week, no real problems just a family member who needs some help. We may or may not make it in time for the party. Chris if I need to pay for meals to keep the head count right for the food no problem just let me know. We are still going to try to make it just not sure if it will be possible.

Squeaky

12-30-2005, 10:21 PM

Ok, so I might have gone a little overboard on the "Faces of TWT" slideshow. It's almost 19 minutes as a power point presentation. I PROMISE it's not like watching aunt Millie's vacation slides!

Can you imagine if I'd included pics of bikes and scenery how long it would have been?! :brainsnap

wczimmerman

12-30-2005, 10:33 PM

Tourmeister

12-30-2005, 11:36 PM

Cagiva 549 and Hardy Baker may show up. They were planning to arrive after dinner & pie just to hang out, visit and watch movies. Perhaps we can get word to them and they can use the meal tickets?

I hope you other guys can all make it though!

Texas T

12-31-2005, 04:26 AM

Just a note to wish you all well, to have safe journeys and a fun evening. I'm about to head out for work and I have to work tomorrow as well. Enjoy yourselves and eat some pie for me.
:rider: :eat: :rider:

Squeaky

12-31-2005, 07:23 AM

:twitch: I must be delerious at this hour. How's about a little pie run haiku:

Gonna go ride :rider:
Then meet with my good bike friends :party:
Eating yummy pie :eat:

See y'all there! :bigokay:

Gilk51

12-31-2005, 09:20 AM

wczimmerman

12-31-2005, 09:27 AM

Leavin' in a few minutes for the first checkpoint - the zimmerman mansion.

Gonna try this route:

US287 to Mansfield
FM157 thru Venus to Maypearl
FM66 to Itasca
FM934 to FM933
FM933 to Whitney
FM22 to FM56
FM56 thru Valley Mills and McGregor to Moody
SH7 east to I35
I35 to 3rd Street exit in Temple...

some of this old, some new (to me)

See you soon!

If you're still here-I can give you a fun route that will avoid Valley Mills and take you all the way down to 36 which takes you into Temple by another direction:

From Hico (you know how to get there), take 281 to 219 (toward Cranfills Gap). 219 to 182. 182 will dump you onto 36 (go east to Temple). 219 and 182 is one of my favorite road combo's. From 36, go over I-35 in Temple and turn left at 3rd street (downtown). Turn right at French (at the Shell station) and left on 1st.