Pie Run II "Hico's Slice of Heaven"

[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/)
This is a favorite of many folks here, so if you're new this is a great place to come and meet up with us!

When: 14:30 in Hico, TX
26 February
UPDATE DUE TO RAIN!

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:
Graubart

Maybe:

[Hairsmith]

That will be great for October.....
But where are we going in February ?

I am hoping for:sun: :sun: &:eat: :eat:

[wczimmerman]

That will be great for October.....
But where are we going in February ?

I am hoping for:sun: :sun: &:eat: :eat:

Oops. Fixed the date. :doh:

[Hotboot]

You could qiuckly kill post #'s 1 and 2 and nobody would be the wiser.

Put me on the possible list, my record this year....0 and 1.

[Sleepy Weasel]

You could qiuckly kill post #'s 1 and 2 and nobody would be the wiser.

Put me on the possible list, my record this year....0 and 1.

0 and 1, or 0 for 1? :ponder:


Put me on the list for this one, please.

[bluedogok]

Y'all have fun, we will be attending my nephew's 3 y.o. birthday party that weekend.

[Photojojo]

Gotta work :tears: , you guys and gals have fun.

[dutchinterceptor]

I haven't missed a Hico run yet so add another asphalt VFR!

[wczimmerman]

List updated. Hairsmith-you comin'?

[wonder91178]

I was talking to Squidward about this and thought about bringing my old people with us (read: parents) on their Vulcan Nomad.

We're thinking it over... :sun:

Kim

[Hairsmith]

Not sure if I can make it. I have to take off work for Saturday rides.
Will have to wait for it to be closer before I will know.

Besides it might not be raining:eek2: what fun would that be?:rofl: :lol2: :rofl:

[vfer]

This will be the first time I won't make the Hico pie run.I will be in Hawaii sweating on a beach,while everybody is back here riding motorcycles.:duck:

[Squeaky]

I'm considering it. Might be a good excuse to pack up the bike and try camping somewhere out there. Anyone know of a decent/cheap campsite in the area?

[wczimmerman]

Added a couple more to the lists.

[dutchinterceptor]

This will be the first time I won't make the Hico pie run.I will be in Hawaii sweating on a beach,while everybody is back here riding motorcycles.:duck:

I don't mean to be rude vfer but you s#ck!!:nana: Do they rent sportbikes in Hawaii?? I'm jealous.

[Sleepy Weasel]

I'm considering it. Might be a good excuse to pack up the bike and try camping somewhere out there. Anyone know of a decent/cheap campsite in the area?

Most of the FM roads around Hico have nice wide grassy shoulders where you could pitch a tent.

Loud sudden noises in the middle of the night don't bother you, do they?
:eek2:

[FWRex]

I'm considering it. Might be a good excuse to pack up the bike and try camping somewhere out there. Anyone know of a decent/cheap campsite in the area?

Both Dinosaur Valley State Park and Cleburne State Park are within easy distance of Hico, Rebecca. But I don't know the rates and I haven't camped at either of them, so I can't provide a personal recomendation.

Barring any unforseen circumstances, Allison and I will be at this one, Chris, so please add us to the list.

Kelly

[wczimmerman]

Both Dinosaur Valley State Park and Cleburne State Park are within easy distance of Hico, Rebecca. But I don't know the rates and I haven't camped at either of them, so I can't provide a personal recomendation.

Barring any unforseen circumstances, Allison and I will be at this one, Chris, so please add us to the list.

Kelly

Allison=veryquick, right?

[Squidward]

I don't mean to be rude vfer but you s#ck!!:nana: Do they rent sportbikes in Hawaii?? I'm jealous.
They do about 5 blocks away from the Outrigger Reef hotel, Waikiki. I rented a CBR929RR there in 2000. In all honesty, I had more fun on the Aprilia scooter I rented when I went back a few months later.:rider:

[Cherioer]

You count me and Amanda in. Bike is back to 100%.
I've been wanting to head that direction and to see the D.P. plant anyway.

I'll ask around for some camping up that direction Squeaky.

[JKDGabe]

Well, I might have my new (to me) bike by then so I'm a "maybe".

Camping: how serious a camper are you? You can camp on the river just south of Hico with no fee's and very few passersby. Or you can wimp out and go to Glen Rose with the rest of the tourists...

[Squeaky]

Camping: how serious a camper are you? You can camp on the river just south of Hico with no fee's and very few passersby. Or you can wimp out and go to Glen Rose with the rest of the tourists...

That could work. For one night, I don't really need electricity or running water. I love the idea of camping where there aren't familied running around and teenagers having parties all night.

More info please - is it a park or just a riverbank? Is it legal to camp there? How far from the Koffee Kup?

[Graubart]

I will gear up for the 25 mile ride from Glen Rose. Maybe I will take the long way to Hico. I actually plan on leaving room for pie this time. :doh:

[Gilk51]

Both Dinosaur Valley State Park and Cleburne State Park are within easy distance of Hico, Rebecca. But I don't know the rates and I haven't camped at either of them, so I can't provide a personal recomendation.
Camped both several years ago with church and/or Scout groups. Both are good but get a reservation - if the weather is nice, they will fill up fast.

Allison=veryquick, right?
That's her!

Add me to the list. Working on the spousal unit to drag her 'Priller down there...

[wczimmerman]

I actually plan on leaving room for pie this time. :doh:


Good luck! I've tried everything and I still can't get the whole slice of Reeses Peanut Butter pie eaten. Those that know me know that I am a bottomless pit when it comes to these things... :rofl:

[Gilk51]

There is always plenty of room in the topcase or extra bungie cords to take a pie home. It is amazing what abuse they will take on the ride home & still remain edible! (ask me how I know this) :doh:

[wczimmerman]

There is always plenty of room in the topcase or extra bungie cords to take a pie home. It is amazing what abuse they will take on the ride home & still remain edible! (ask me how I know this) :doh:

Word of caution: The strawberry pie does NOT like to lean into the turns! :lol2:

[wczimmerman]

List updated.

[rgatling]

Put me down for "maybe"

[Sleepy Weasel]

Well, I might have my new (to me) bike by then so I'm a "maybe".

Going for the "shortest ride" award?

;-)

[gocatgo]

I'll be there. Maybe my gloves will be dry by then. :rider:

[King_O_Road]

Just bought a Texas Parks and Wildlife pass this weekend ($60 for a year),
and I plan on doing some State park hoping this Spring break and through out the summer.
It cost about 6 bucks to gain entry to the parks and about 8 bucks additional to camp there.
The entry fee is waived if you have the pass, and a pass is good for as many people as you can fit in (or on in this case) a vehicle.
If you look up Texas Parks and wildlife on the web they will have each park listed on the map there with the address and phone number to each site and you can get a good idea of where they are in reference to where you want to ride. Another good idea is to look at Corp of Eng. parks they are located all over the state as well... Good Luck with it


Ohh Yeah I am going to try and make it, but don't count me as a firm yes yet...

[Squeaky]

Sorry, I'm going to have to back out on this one. My sister has finally decided to fly down for a visit, and it's the pie run weekend.

Next time!

[Gilk51]

Sorry, I'm going to have to back out on this one. My sister has finally decided to fly down for a visit, and it's the pie run weekend.
Tell her to bring her gear with her! Doesn't she want to meet your crazy friends? :doh:

[kurt]

Put me down as "maybe".

[Squeaky]

Tell her to bring her gear with her! Doesn't she want to meet your crazy friends? :doh:

She'd likely go to a bike night with me by car, but she's bringing my nephew (14 months old) and has no desire to get on or near a bike. Good thought, though.

[1TallTXn]

Well, Shoot! I'm already busy that weekend :( and Hico's a great little ride from my place :(

Ya'll have fun!

[JKDGabe]

Going for the "shortest ride" award?


I believe I still hold the record for that don't I?

As to the camping for anyone who's on a DS it's a nice detour if nothing else. Leave Hico on hwy 6 towards Waco, take the first dirt road to the right out of town and keep taking rights as they become available. Some nice scenery (depending on the time of year) and a neat river crossing.

[Gilk51]

I believe I still hold the record for that don't I?

Yep. You take the cake (er, pie).

Got a new ride yet?

[triumphant]

My bikes being painted. If it's finished on time I'll be there.
Dick

[King_O_Road]

COUNT ME IN !!!!:rider:
How many folks from the Austin /Leander/Cedar Park area will be doing the Pie Run on the 25th?
I would love to make my first run with the TWT, and could use some company on the way to Hico....
If all else fails I may ride up to Copperas Cove and stay with family on friday night then set out for Hico in the morning.
And if the weather is just crappy I've got a poker game to go to....:sun:vs:storm:

[kurt]

I'm still a maybe at this point, but typically we have met at Taco Cabana just north of 1431 on 183.

[whoa]

How many folks from the Austin /Leander/Cedar Park area will be doing the pie Run on the 25th?

Keep an eye on the pie run thread. The normal meeting spot for the greater Austin area is at the Taco Cabana north of 1431 in Cedar Park. There are usually a few riders (sometimes many) meeting up there.

[Cherioer]

I'd be willing to meet you up there. Sounds like as good a spot as any.

I don't know how long it takes to get there. Could someone from Austin who has been to Hico before let us know about how long it takes to get there.

[whoa]

been to Hico before let us know about how long it takes to get there.

Takes about two hours to get from Cedar Park to Hico if you go 183 to 281. This is a very boring route, so I'd like to find something a bit more inventive. But if your short on time, the direct route is best.

[King_O_Road]

I am up for the scenic tour if you’re willing to map it out... And not all of us are DS, so keep it to the paved roads please:lol2:

[Cherioer]

kor me too so. I'll work on something unless there are more knowledgeable people meeting at the same location.
We see what turns up closer to the run.

[whoa]

not all of us are DS

I'm with ya brother. ;-)

[kurt]

I'm with ya brother. ;-)

05 Thruxton

So I see! Got pics? Oh, and move me to definite.

[whoa]

So I see! Got pics?
:mrgreen:

Rode to Waco this morning in the driving rain. The service manager was sad to see me. Said he'd completely detailed the bike yesterday and figured I wouldn't show cause of the rain. He did a great job, looked great before I left. Those are some good guys up there.

[nKhona]

I am going to try and make this...what is a good paved route from the North Dallas (Plano) area?

[Cherioer]

I am going to try and make this...what is a good paved route from the North Dallas (Plano) area?

Not sure if its the best or even the most direct route, but it is paved.

Take go 35W south to 30 East to 377 south to 281 south on into Hico.

[whoa]

Last month on the unofficial Hico Pie Run, the guys coming in from the north found some very nice roads. I'm assuming similar roads are out there coming in from either side, but haven't asked anybody yet for ideas. Need to start looking for options.

[wczimmerman]

Whew! List updated. Been busy drooling over my new ride and I haven't been paying attention to this thread.

[FWRex]

Not sure if its the best or even the most direct route, but it is paved.

Take go 35W south to 30 East to 377 south to 281 south on into Hico.

:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:


Okay, seriously, Dan, are you planning on coming around the north side of the Metromess, through the middle of it, or swinging around south? Just about any way you look at it, the first parts going to be slab. But from the southwest side of Fort Worth, let's get you on a route that'll do more than wear out the middle of your tires.

Kelly

[Gilk51]

Whew! List updated. Been busy drooling over my new ride and I haven't been paying attention to this thread.
Gotta love a kid with a new toy... :mrgreen:

[SabreScott]

Sorry, I'm out on this one. Have two gigs booked that day. Don't know about Karen. Her new job is great, but tiring. Catch you next time around.
Eat pie!...eat pie... eat pie!...

[Gilk51]

I am going to try and make this...what is a good paved route from the North Dallas (Plano) area?
It is a bunch of trouble, but if you look back at the previous Hico Pie Runs - all in this section, you will see several route options.

As the time draws near, there will probably be several groups form at different locations. Venus is one of them.

[nKhona]

Thanks Kelly and Chuck...I'll check out the other threads and see what they have.

This would be my first long trip on a motorcycle, so I am looking for something doable for a n00b. I have about 800 miles under my belt from commuting to work when I can. I have been on 190 with light traffic and was for the most part comfortable.

I think I could handle cutting across the Metromess to get to roads that have actual curves in them.

[Cherioer]

:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Okay, seriously, Dan

:giveup: Easy now Like I said sure its not the best, but the only prerequisite was that its paved.


So hope you get set him in the right direction Kelly.



As far as coming from Austin, I'm going to take 1431 to hook up to 16, which is also fairly straight but was rated one of the best roads in Texas, north to just south of Smithville then head over to Hico on country road of choose. That way I can get the straighter roads out of the way before the goes away for a sportier bike.

The wife and I will stop at the TC on 183 and 1431 for Breakfast around 8AM and leave out around 8:30 for Hico.

[smithr]

Hmmm 1431 to 16 then into Hico? Besides being way out of the way that is not the part of 16 they are talking about being the best in Texas. That part of 16 is south of kerrville to bandara. Slab wise is 183, 281 onto Hico. There are some good back roads around too.

[Cherioer]

Hmmm 1431 to 16 then into Hico? Besides being way out of the way that is not the part of 16 they are talking about being the best in Texas. That part of 16 is south of kerrville to bandara. Slab wise is 183, 281 onto Hico. There are some good back roads around too.

Hmmmm. :brainsnap What to do what to do.

[dutchinterceptor]

I just checked accuweather's 15 day forcast for the 25th. Yeah, I know this is Texas but I seem to remember that same forcast a year ago in Hico. I'm having flashbacks. Partly cloudy, small chance of rain, high of 66 and low of 47. You remember the one that never got above 47 and rained most of the day!! I'll never trust accuweather again!!!

[kurt]

You remember the one that never got above 47 and rained most of the day!! I'll never trust accuweather again!!!

But in retrospect, those are called adventures. :zen: Who would remember sitting in the house watching basketball a year later?

[dutchinterceptor]

But in retrospect, those are called adventures. :zen: Who would remember sitting in the house watching basketball a year later?

Yeah, the adventure part came when I didn't have any raingear!!:doh:
I'm ready this year.

[Hairsmith]

Yeah, the adventure part came when I didn't have any raingear!!:doh:
I'm ready this year.

Spoken like a man with untested rain gear !:lol2: :trust:

[bowillyard]

Please add me to the list, and a maybe for Cindy if I can get the LT back together it would be a good trip to test out the new tires and farkle. :) And if weather.com says that it is OK for her to go outside.

[bobcat]

Hmmmm. :brainsnap What to do what to do.

Cherioer, the two times I went with the Austin group we slabbed up on 183 and 281, to make sure we got there at approximately the right time. The return trip allows more time to dawdle on the backroads, going thru Cranfills Gap and some other small towns I don't remember the names of.

Zimm, please add me as a "maybe". :eat: Congrats on the new bike also!

[wczimmerman]

Updated the list. Bobcat-thanks! Even though the break in is killing me, I'm having a blast on the new wheels.

[King_O_Road]

Well here is the yahoo map planner for the CedarPark / Leander to Hico ride.


http://maps.yahoo.com/pdd?ed=eOrHg.V.wilHnwnnjOOEtCAtE0unuXA2PE0J.uTwJfr 96U0o0c9_L6x72cmwCrpGrEuxa6bJ2zu6xSFtcGgCfWUBb.4mX ijIJoLSKKT9JVS2zgrRny.3kU5o8bA-&name=&csz=Cedar+Park%2C+TX+78613&desc=&country=US&tname=&tcsz=Hico%2C+TX&tdesc=&tcountry=US&tbt=0&ds=n&rkey=3CVTxeR32XWE4Aiz1tiVkFtnCsKYJ6dZCtbUxazdLWuaP 8CUCPmnhwDFbL2KU5CYZhJGNyF1qELY1_7OHvCak2ayZUPEXJv oL6RT5Avv34FnE7WJn73NOPv6ev6T&om=6&textonly=0&trf=0&oerr=&terr=3003&mag=6

So what time are we to meet up in Hico? Per the planner it takes about 3 hours to get there, but I have found that it uses a slowwer time than it really takes.

[King_O_Road]

Never mind I just saw the "11am meet "IN" Hico" on the first page ....

[Gilk51]

Updated the list.
How come I never get put on the list? Am I banned again? :-P

(don't believe me - see page 3) :-(

[wczimmerman]

How come I never get put on the list? Am I banned again? :-P

(don't believe me - see page 3) :-(
:giveup: How did that happen? Oh well, you're on the list now...

[bluedogok]

It takes 2 hours from the Taco Cabana in Cedar Park to the Koffee Kup doing the straight route (183 to 281) up there.

[MusicMan754]

Put me down as a maybe. I need to get out more! :rider:

[mary111]

Any Hico pie runner around Lewisville who would take a pair of Joe Ballastic ladies pants along? Lady member will be attending Hico pie run and would like pants. I'm in Lewisville and will meet up with you to give pants for her.

[Hotboot]

Any Hico pie runner around Lewisville who would take a pair of Joe Ballastic ladies pants along? Lady member will be attending Hico pie run and would like pants. I'm in Lewisville and will meet up with you to give pants for her.


This just begs for a Sleepy Weasel response.



;-) :rofl: :trust:



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[terrebandit]

I'm going to try and make this one, weather permitting of course....

[dutchinterceptor]

I'm going to try and make this one, weather permitting of course....

:eek2:
:thumb:

[FWRex]

Thanks Kelly and Chuck...I'll check out the other threads and see what they have.

This would be my first long trip on a motorcycle, so I am looking for something doable for a n00b. I have about 800 miles under my belt from commuting to work when I can. I have been on 190 with light traffic and was for the most part comfortable.

I think I could handle cutting across the Metromess to get to roads that have actual curves in them.

Dan, I have to second Chuck's suggestion. If there's a group meeting in Venus, you might try cutting south, picking up Hwy 67 and taking it into Venus to meet up with them. Otherwise, grab a map or your favorite map website/program. Starting at the intersection of I-20 and Hwy 377, start looking for the following:

FM 1187, FM 2331, FM 4, Hwy 167, FM 51, Aledo-Iona Rd., FM 5, FM 1189, FM 1188, FM 2481 out of Bluff Dale, FM 203, FM 927, FM 205.

Now, those aren't necessarily in order. And, connected together, they won't form the most direct route to get down there. But they will take you on some of the better roads in the area. Of course, in the interest of getting down there in time for lunch, you might want to take the straight stuff down and the twisty stuff back. In which case I'd suggest Hwy 377 to Granbury, Hwy 144 to Glen Rose, Hwy 67 west, Hwy 220 to Hico. Or, if you want a middle of the road route, stay on Hwy 144 through Glen Rose to Walnut Springs, then hang a right on FM 927 to Iredell. Then go right on Hwy 6 to Hico. Hope this helps.

Kelly

[nKhona]

I like the idea of picking a direct route down there and the twisties on the way back.

I just got a Garmin and am waiting on a mount to be delivered. I'll feel alot better about taking the FM roads having that with me. Still need to get some paper maps as back ups.

Once again thanks for the advice!

[pub610]

Any Hico pie runner around Lewisville who would take a pair of Joe Ballastic ladies pants along? Lady member will be attending Hico pie run and would like pants. I'm in Lewisville and will meet up with you to give pants for her.

If someone will bring the pants, I'll bring the lady who doesn't have any.:clap:

[Hotboot]

I am still a maybe, but I'll bring the pants if I make the trip.

[mary111]

10-4.....greatly appreciated if you go the the pie run of course. That'll be good since you are local.

[mary111]

10-4.....greatly appreciated if you go the the pie run of course. That'll be good since you are local.

I would appreciate a "backup" in the event Blue doesn't go to the pie run. Just pm me.

[Gilk51]

I would appreciate a "backup" in the event Blue doesn't go to the pie run. Just pm me.
Backup? Why don't you just come down, May-ree? I am sure there are several available back seats on all of those KLRs on the forums! ;-)

Even if you cage down, you would meet friends and it would motivate you to get on two wheels... :rider:

[mary111]

Hi, Chuck! On the back is nice as well. I like winter riding as well as summer riding. Temperatures never bothered me. Always fun to ride.

[Gilk51]

Well, OK, add me as a "backup". We could make the "exchange" sometime if Lawrence can't make it down there...

[kurt]

Why don't you just come down, May-ree? I am sure there are several available back seats on all of those KLRs on the forums! ;-)

Even if you cage down, you would meet friends and it would motivate you to get on two wheels... :rider:

I triple-dog-dare you.

Now you have to. :rider:

[wczimmerman]

Listed updated once more.

[Vitto]

I'm torn there's a health fair that day that I would like to work but I wanna ride. Well I do have a full time job and there is always next month for the halth fair.......

Weather looks good

[mary111]

Sleepy Weasel plans to take the riding pants to the pie run if he goes. Thanks to other TWT members who volunteered.

[Gilk51]

Sleepy Weasel plans to take the riding pants to the pie run if he goes. Thanks to other TWT members who volunteered.
And you actually trust someone who goes by "weasel" to deliver it? :thpt:

[terrebandit]

Let me be the first to say it.... the weather is looking pretty good for next weekend...

:giveup: :rofl:

[dutchinterceptor]

Dave, not to nit-pick but actually Vitto beat you to it.....see above^^^:lol2:
Let's keep our finger's crossed.:sun:

Let me be the first to say it.... the weather is looking pretty good for next weekend...

:giveup: :rofl:

[terrebandit]

Dave, not to nit-pick but actually Vitto beat you to it.....see above^^^:lol2:
Let's keep our finger's crossed.:sun:

Well, thank God for that. That way I won't be blamed if things change weatherwise :rofl:

[Gilk51]

Well, thank God for that. That way I won't be blamed if things change weatherwise :rofl:
Sheesh, that would never stop us from blaming you, Dave... ;-)

[VickyBeads]

Put me down as a maybe.

[pub610]

Dutch, terrebandit... Will there be a group from the Tyler area riding down? I'm giving it some thought.

[dutchinterceptor]

Dutch, terrebandit... Will there be a group from the Tyler area riding down? I'm giving it some thought.

Bill, The only time there was a group was when Dave, me and Jerry went last year. All the other times I was on my own. I'm gonna go unless the weather turns really sour. The ride to Hico is 190 miles from Tyler and I usually leave about 7:30 to 8:00. I always slab straight to Hico and occasionally break the speed limit when safe to do so. On the way back I take a few back roads with lots of sweepers...ok a few sweepers around Cranfills Gap. I definitely kick up the pace through there back to Corsicana then slab back to Tyler. A friend of mine might show also. You and Jessica are welcome to join me if you like.

[MCRyder]

If y'all decide to go, can you post from where and when you'll be leaving? I figure there'd be a meeting place and depart from there (?) I "might" just be able to break away and head on out with you guys. Sunday's gonna be a long day and I could use the ride :rider:

[dutchinterceptor]

I'll gas up at the Chevron in Chandler and leave around 7:30 - 8:00. It would be nice to have a "Tyler" group going.

[pub610]

7:30 in chandler?:yawn: That's pretty early but I'm jonesing for a trip.
Okay. Bugly and I - prolly no Ninejette this trip - will leave about 6:45 (you telling me 6:45 comes TWICE a day? Gasp!) and head towards Chandler. Mark, you want to hook up in Tyler or will you head down through the country to Chandler and rendezvous there?

[Gilk51]

Uh oh. The East Texas Mafia is assembling.

Watch out all! ;-)

[dutchinterceptor]

Uh oh. The East Texas Mafia is assembling.

Watch out all! ;-)



Careful what you say there!!!
You could wake up with your handlebars in your bed some morning.:eek:
(Cue Godfather Theme)

[smithr]

It's trying to rain on my pie again. :(

[MCRyder]

Careful what you say there!!!
You could wake up with your handlebars in your bed some morning.:eek:
(Cue Godfather Theme)

Yeah, and youse bed'll be drenched with 20/50 wgt. engine oil :trust:

[dutchinterceptor]

It's trying to rain on my pie again. :(



Woooo Hoooo!!!!
Cold and Rainy!!!
I Love It!!!




(Note: Maybe reverse psychology will work on Mother Nature)

[pub610]

All this site needs is a link to intellicast.com and to an intellimeteorologist.:zen:

[kurt]

http://www.srh.noaa.gov/ifps/text/images/shra40.jpg

It means there is a better than average chance it won't. :mrgreen:

[Gilk51]

Yeah, and youse bed'll be drenched with 20/50 wgt. engine oil :trust:

You could wake up with your handlebars in your bed some morning.

Youse guys are a bunch of bums!



Uh, you wouldn't hurt my 'Strom now, would ya? :pray:

[Hotboot]

Well scrub me for this one.
Daddy's Baggage is teathering me to this zip code this weekend. :giveup:
We might do some DS shopping and needed M/C maintaining.
Y'all ride safe, keep warm and eat some good pie for us.

:rider:

[terrebandit]

Well guys, duty calls.... :doh:

I have a public meeting to attend in Hawkins on Saturday morning so the Hico pie thingie is out for me. :yawn: However, I will probably get out for a ride late in the day on Saturday (after I get back from work) or on Sunday afternoon after church. If any of the Tyler hooligans are hanging back also, let me know. I was thinking of stunting on hwy 69 or maybe on the loop in Tyler. :eek2:

[Gilk51]

I was thinking of stunting on hwy 69 or maybe on the loop in Tyler. :eek2:
http://www.texasarlingtoncs.us/pics/smilies/squid.gif

[wczimmerman]

Edits made.

[gocatgo]

Careful what you say there!!!
You could wake up with your handlebars in your bed some morning.:eek:
(Cue Godfather Theme)





You guys are a hoot.
At least that's what Guido says.

[kurt]

http://www.srh.noaa.gov/ifps/text/images/ra20.jpg

It's starting to look better!

[Gilk51]

http://www.srh.noaa.gov/ifps/text/images/ra20.jpg

It's starting to look better!
KRLD weather this morning indicates rain Friday but dry Saturday and Sunday at around 60 degrees...

Looks good to me... :mrgreen:

[wczimmerman]

Spoke with Len, the owner, and warned them...I mean, notified them of our arrival and numbers at this point. We're all set.

[pub610]

I waited until you notified the Koffee Kup guys... I'm planning on being there. According to Mapquest it's 7,212 miles from Kilgore to Hico. And dutchinterceptor says if I leave at midnight a.m. I can accompany him. but I have got to ride :rider: somewhere sometime soon, so Hico it is.

Ninejette is still merely a maybe... no confidence in the Accu part of Accuweather.

[dutchinterceptor]

I waited until you notified the Koffee Kup guys... I'm planning on being there. According to Mapquest it's 7,212 miles from Kilgore to Hico. And dutchinterceptor says if I leave at midnight a.m. I can accompany him. but I have got to ride :rider: somewhere sometime soon, so Hico it is.

Ninejette is still merely a maybe... no confidence in the Accu part of Accuweather.


Hey Pub,
I wasn't taking into account the fact that it may be raining. We better leave a little earlier so you might want to hit the road at 11:30 pm.
:rofl:

[Sleepy Weasel]

Well scrub me for this one.
Daddy's Baggage is teathering me to this zip code this weekend. :giveup:
We might do some DS shopping and needed M/C maintaining.
Y'all ride safe, keep warm and eat some good pie for us.

:rider:


You're... taking your dad to the airport?

[Hotboot]

DB is the lil' blue elephant choco shake eatin' kiddo you have met.
Not so little anymore. Gilk has a pix somewhere.

Y'all please have a safe and enjoyable ride.

[rbickle]

OK, for those of us in the southern mid cities area... I'll be at Whataburger in Venus at 8am for some pre-ride coffee.

With any luck, we can keep the rubber sides down on all bikes for the duration of the ride.

Rick

[Gilk51]

OK, for those of us in the southern mid cities area... I'll be at Whataburger in Venus at 8am for some pre-ride coffee.
What time are you planning to leave Venus, Rick?
Do you have a route planned?

KRLD weather remains positive for the weekend - rain tomorrow, partly sunny and 60 on Saturday.

[Gilk51]

DB is the lil' blue elephant choco shake eatin' kiddo you have met.
Not so little anymore. Gilk has a pix somewhere.

Daddy's Baggage, i.e. alias Lauren, the heir to the family fortune ;-)

I thought I had a photo of her, but couldn't find it. :-(

Rick Bickle has a Lauren, too. She is younger, though.

[nKhona]

Sorry guys, but I am going to have to miss this one. I have to head to Louisiana for a funeral.

Be Safe and enjoy the pie!

[AustinTrophy]

I'm going to try and make this one, so please put me down as a 'maybe'. It all depends on if my son is being an :angel: or a :twisted: and how my wife feels about me disappearing for a while...

[wczimmerman]

Edits complete.

[Hairsmith]

Since it looks like a great day weather wise for the pie:sun: run and the chance of rain is getting lower all the time. I have decided there is no adventure in that so will not be making this one. Going to wait for a better chance of rain to plan a ride. :storm:
Actually I wish I could do two things at once, but I am headed down to Cleveland to a Trials school, Ryan Young will be teaching.:rider:
Plus the opportunity to look at a new toy might present its self. :trust:

Y'all have a great:eat2: time and be safe. :zen:

[MCRyder]

My Saturday is starting to look shaky. If I can make it I'll meet you guys (the ET Motorcycle Mafia ;-) ) at the Chandler Exxon. If I'm a no show, then I'll be wishing y'all a safe one!

[dutchinterceptor]

My Saturday is starting to look shaky. If I can make it I'll meet you guys (the ET Motorcycle Mafia ;-) ) at the Chandler Exxon. If I'm a no show, then I'll be wishing y'all a safe one!

If you ARE able to make it you might meet us at the Chevron!!!
I'm not sure if there is an Exxon in Chandler.:lol2:

You know you want to ride 400 miles in the rain for a slice of pie!

[King_O_Road]

Wow, the weather seems to be "Dooming" my first ride... :storm:
I really want to go, but 400 miles on a wet bike for a new guy that has only rode 100-150 miles at once seems to be a bit out of my reach of skills (I think) :ponder: I have never been in the rain before so I am guessing it is a tuff ride (no fairings or wind screen here) And untested rain suit....
So unless the weather perks up :sun:(so far it is at 30%) I am thinking I will have to just "eat cake" :giveup:

[dutchinterceptor]

Wow, the weather seems to be "Dooming" my first ride... :storm:
I really want to go, but 400 miles on a wet bike for a new guy that has only rode 100-150 miles at once seems to be a bit out of my reach of skills (I think) :ponder: I have never been in the rain before so I am guessing it is a tuff ride (no fairings or wind screen here) And untested rain suit....
So unless the weather perks up :sun:(so far it is at 30%) I am thinking I will have to just "eat cake" :giveup:


According to my map, Leander is only 109 miles from Hico. 183 to Copperas Cove, right on 281 to Hico. I don't mind rain too much as long as I can stay warm. When I'm cold AND wet....all bets off. What's really bad is when you go by a car or truck and the spray totally covers your visor. :eek2:

[King_O_Road]

ok so I was just rounding up on the mileage :rofl:
And I have done the cold and wet thing before in the ARMY, so I can't imagine it being any more fun on a bike then it was in the back of 5 ton with no cover for 200 miles in this same type of weather.

[King_O_Road]

say... wasn't there a route map of the ride posted somewhere in this thread?

[MCRyder]

If you ARE able to make it you might meet us at the Chevron!!!
I'm not sure if there is an Exxon in Chandler.:lol2:

You know you want to ride 400 miles in the rain for a slice of pie!

Chevron, Exxon, I always get those two crossed up :doh:. From what I've heard about Koffee Kup pie it'd be worth twice the ride and weather to wrap your gums around a slice :eat:

[gocatgo]

Just heard the latest weather forecast...:-(
Since I am recovering from some crud going around, I will not tempt fate and ride in the morning if it is raining. If I have a relapse somebody would have to shoot me! :suicide:

[Gilk51]

Just heard the latest weather forecast...:-(
:uhoh: Grrrrrrr. Total turn-around on the forecast - KRLD now says T-showers tonight, continuing thru Saturday morning, finally clearing up for sunset.
:storm:

:-( <sigh>

KLTY says 80% chance of rain on Saturday, high of 60-something. :thumbd:

I'm with Dutch - I don't like wet and COLD - we'll see what it looks like in the morning... :ponder:

[wonder91178]

Squidward and I are out...he will be putting his new triple clamps on the ol' Ziggy1k and I will be painting the spare bedroom on saturday... :(

[whoa]

so I can't imagine it being any more fun on a bike then it was in the back of 5 ton with no cover

I enjoy riding in rain until the low 40s. I bought good but not great foul weather gear. With your time in the saddle at the moment, I think you've chosen wisely to push out to another time. This is Texas, so far more nice days than not. Except these pie runs do seem to be cursed... or blessed depending on need for rain.

[fz1nutt]

O.K. Mother Nature wins on Saturday:hack: :storm:
Who could still ride on Sunday? Forecast so far looks good.

[bobcat]

90% chance of rain. Yuck. There's always a chance for pie in the future. I think I'll just stay home and watch my new Evel Knievel DVD.

[pub610]

I really did not want to work on the remodeling Saturday but it looks like somone up there is pushing for a completion. Looks now like I'll stay out of the rain :giveup: tomorrow. If I'm not at the Chevron station at 7:30, dutch, don't wait on me.

[Gilk51]

Who could still ride on Sunday? Forecast so far looks good.
Randall - check Chris' (sharkey)... Day After Pie Run idea (http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7968)

[blazin' mama]

This will be my last ride for awile so I'm going to put all my rain gear on and follow WC to Hico tomorrow and if I get sick, oh well. I tried to back out, but when you got a babysitter and this is the only time you've got with your husband this week or next, you go so lets Ride on! :rider:

He'll have to warm me up when we get home. :trust:

[wczimmerman]

He'll have to warm me up when we get home. :trust:

YES MA'AM! :clap:

[Cherioer]

Well I'm still going.

I have been cursed by Rainmaker, so just have to leave with knowing anytime I take a long ride its going to rain.


I've got a few sick days begging to be used.

[FWRex]

Allison and I are out, as well. Combination of recovering from colds and having already done enough wet, cold weather riding to last us for a while. We might sneak out on Sunday and swing through Glen Rose for some BBQ, weather and sinuses permitting.

[fz1nutt]

Hey Chuck, I'm keepin a eye on his plans. Would rather go sooner than later, but I just want to ride! Just point the way. Not to get off subject but has anybody done much riding in southern parts of Oklahoma ?

[Sleepy Weasel]

Wow, the weather seems to be "Dooming" my first ride... :storm:
I really want to go, but 400 miles on a wet bike for a new guy that has only rode 100-150 miles at once seems to be a bit out of my reach of skills (I think) :ponder: I have never been in the rain before so I am guessing it is a tuff ride (no fairings or wind screen here) And untested rain suit....
So unless the weather perks up :sun:(so far it is at 30%) I am thinking I will have to just "eat cake" :giveup:

My first ride in the rain was on a V-Star, no windscreen, November 2004 I think. I was on a Poker Run with a small group of folks and while I can't remember the mileage, I know it was over 100 miles in the rain. With the right gear, it's do-able. I didn't have the right gear, so it was kind of miserable. A couple of lessons I picked up...

#1, your first ride in the rain can be a lot less stressful if you're following someone with a lot more experience than you. If you have someone with a similar bike making the corner entry speed judgements for you, especially if they're not trying to drag pegs, it can let you relax a little and focus on just following through the corners. You'd be surprised how much traction a wet street tire still has.

#2, if your rain gear includes both top and bottom pieces (and it should), wear them both. Depending on how hard it's raining, within half an hour of riding with just a rain jacket on, you're going to learn that every drop hitting the front of the jacket is then inclined to roll down into your crotch. This actually looks pretty bad in a really light rain where your thighs don't get too much water because it looks like you peed yourself real good.

#3, if you're moving at 45mph plus and the rain is beading up on your visor, try just turning your head to each side before you try wiping the visor. Most of the water will just roll off sideways when you do that.

#4, even with rain gear, if you've got saddle bags with room for dry socks, etc, pack 'em. Assume you're going to forget some point of entry for the water. Boots with vents that allow in air, allow in water, but usually the vents are an inch or so above the sole, meaning they let you carry an inch or so of water with you. Wet socks suck when combined with wind chill.

#5, if you can't be happy with the ride anymore, cut your losses and take the short way home. Do you really want to waste a day off being unhappy?

Remember, there will always be another Pie Run.

[MusicMan754]

Would you believe I walked outside today to ride to my inlaws in Alvarado, (my wife and I were going to ride from there to the pie run tomorrow) took it off my rear stand, noticed immediatly something was amis, looked down and the rear tire on my Strom was totally flat?!?! :eek2: Don't remember how that could have happened, didn't remember going over anything that would have caused a flat tire. I have not ridden in a couple of weeks with the cold and bad weather. (Maybe its mad at me?) :miffed:

Needless to say, if I go I'll probably be caging it. :tears:

[dutchinterceptor]

Well, as bad as I hate to say it....mark me off the list. If I knew it was gonna be 60 all day I'd go in a sec, but every time I check the forcast it seems as though the temps keep dropping. I just can't bring myself to ride when it's cold and rainy. This will be the first Hico run I won't make. Something about rats and a ship....:giveup:

[terrebandit]

Wus :rofl:

[rbickle]

Well, I guess I'm out on the ride.
Got my fill of rainy riding last time.

Rick

[Texas T]

Intellicast Hico forecast:
Saturday:
Rain showers ending early with mostly cloudy conditions later in the day. High 63F. Winds N at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 60%. Rainfall near a half an inch.

Conroe forecast:
Saturday:
Rain likely with a few thunderstorms. High around 65F. Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph. Rainfall possibly over one inch.

[King_O_Road]

Any chance of pushing the "Hico" ride back to next Sat.?
From what I have been reading, the Koffee Kup is not to be missed.
Heck I am even off on Thursdays and Fridays, so if there is group that would be off at the same time...
we could do it during the week. Just an idea from a newbie that really wants some pie...
no need for a Weasel spin on that last bit....:rofl:

[dutchinterceptor]

Wus :rofl:


:lol2: HEY!! Nobody asked you! Shouldn't you be out doing wheelies??:lol2:

[afrazier]

Could someone pass on a message to Sleepy Weasel? Me and hubbie were going to make the ride tomarrow but i bailed out because of rain. He was still planning on making the ride tomarrow but got a call and he is not feeling well at all. He is still pushing to make it out tomarrow.

Sleepy Weasel is bringing a pair of joe rocket pants for me when i go on future rides. If we dont make it (but i have a feeling cherioer will try his hardest to make it) if he could pass to an austin rider and then i can pick those up from them, or he can take them back with him and i can mail some money to him so he can mail those to me.

If someone sees this and could pass on this message. Thanks

Amanda

[wczimmerman]

Jen and I are still planning on going since so far the threat of rain just hasn't panned out here. I will see in the morning. A little rain is no big deal, but if there are heavy winds and severe weather I may have cancel. I'll post again in the morning.

[Hotboot]

Could someone pass on a message to Sleepy Weasel? Me and hubbie were going to make the ride tomarrow but i bailed out because of rain. He was still planning on making the ride tomarrow but got a call and he is not feeling well at all. He is still pushing to make it out tomarrow.

Sleepy Weasel is bringing a pair of joe rocket pants for me when i go on future rides. If we dont make it (but i have a feeling cherioer will try his hardest to make it) if he could pass to an austin rider and then i can pick those up from them, or he can take them back with him and i can mail some money to him so he can mail those to me.

If someone sees this and could pass on this message. Thanks

Amanda


I'll call the Weasel and inform him he is to ride to Hico with no pants.
That oughta be interesting, hope his G/F has a sense of humor.

UPS can get your britches to you for cheep I bet.

[Gilk51]

Jen and I are still planning on going since so far the threat of rain just hasn't panned out here. I will see in the morning. A little rain is no big deal, but if there are heavy winds and severe weather I may have cancel. I'll post again in the morning.
I am going to reassess in the morning also. I am going to at least try to make it down to Venus. Anybody else planning on being there?

[wczimmerman]

OK-I know I've waited until the absolute last minute, but I've been watching the radar for about 40 minutes now. It's just not stopping. So, I'm making the call for us to stay home. SO-how about a Sunday afternoon Pie Run, instead? I've called the Koffee Kup and confirmed with them that 14:30 is the best time (post-Church crowd) to arrive. I also told them that there may 1 or 2 brave souls that make it through the monsoon. Post here if you're interested in going. I will be elsewhere, but I am happy to update the list for an approximate head count to pass to the restaurant.

[Graubart]

OK-I know I've waited until the absolute last minute, but I've been watching the radar for about 40 minutes now. It's just not stopping. So, I'm making the call for us to stay home. SO-how about a Sunday afternoon Pie Run, instead? I've called the Koffee Kup and confirmed with them that 14:30 is the best time (post-Church crowd) to arrive. I also told them that there may 1 or 2 brave souls that make it through the monsoon. Post here if you're interested in going. I will be elsewhere, but I am happy to update the list for an approximate head count to pass to the restaurant.

Put me down for one VStrom in Hico at 1430.
:eat:

[Gilk51]

Well, I am late leaving but I am about to venture out & test my rain gear and Tourance tires. I am going to skip Venus and hit US67 via Mansfield and Keene. Dunno if I'll make it but gonna at least start.

Geronimo!

[wczimmerman]

:hail: :hail:

Chuck: you are an inspiration!

Graubart: put you on the list!

[Cherioer]

long johns and raingear on standing here watching it rain.
Was about to leave when the thunder and lightning started.
Took that as a hint from the tiki gods that I should wait for another
day to ride.

Got to work tomorrow, but hope you all have lots of (dry) fun.

[txbanditrydr]

At 803 am ......
Well, I am late leaving but I am about to venture out & test my rain gear and Tourance tires. I am going to skip Venus and hit US67 via Mansfield and Keene. Dunno if I'll make it but gonna at least start.

Geronimo!
At 831 am.... Gilk is viewing the forum. - Change your mind????

(Wouldn't blame ya):giveup:

[Graubart]

Well, I am late leaving but I am about to venture out & test my rain gear and Tourance tires. I am going to skip Venus and hit US67 via Mansfield and Keene. Dunno if I'll make it but gonna at least start.

Geronimo!

Chuck, you may already be gone and didn't get to read this, but I will see ya' there! TWO pie runs in one weekend. Woohoo!
:clap:

[wonder91178]

Well, we ended up with 3.1" of rain in D/FW...

...my yard said "Ahhhhhhhh!!!!!" :mrgreen:

Have fun all that are going, eat some pie for me! (Just pick the meringue off first....eck!)

[whoa]

... and the tradition continues ...

[King_O_Road]

OK-I know I've waited until the absolute last minute, but I've been watching the radar for about 40 minutes now. It's just not stopping. So, I'm making the call for us to stay home. SO-how about a Sunday afternoon Pie Run, instead? I've called the Koffee Kup and confirmed with them that 14:30 is the best time (post-Church crowd) to arrive. I also told them that there may 1 or 2 brave souls that make it through the monsoon. Post here if you're interested in going. I will be elsewhere, but I am happy to update the list for an approximate head count to pass to the restaurant.

I am up for the Day After Ride, or perhaps this next weekend.
Cherioer and I may try to ride next weekend.

from: Cherioer
"I've got to work tomorrow, so if you go to Hico we can try to go somewhere else next weekend. Maybe Luchenbach and Devils Backbone (sounds dangerious but just a nice strech of road and highest spot in the hill country).":rider:

[txbanditrydr]

Looks like some improvement for you folks out west....

HICO RADAR SHOT (http://www.wunderground.com/radar/radblast.asp?ID=FWS&region=c3&lat=32.00447845&lon=-98.04012299&label=Hico%2c%20TX)

Enjoy........:eat:

[Texas T]

At 803 am ......

At 831 am.... Gilk is viewing the forum. - Change your mind????

(Wouldn't blame ya):giveup: At 9:03 it shows his last activity was at 8:03 so he's probably just logged on but is currently battling the elements.

[Graubart]

Graubart's VStrom is back in the shed now. Chuck should be near Cleburne now, in moderate rain.

It was an all-Strom pie run today. Let's see if I can list them all......my apologies for anyone's name I have already forgotten........let's see now....... there was a great looking Red Strom......that was mine....... and there was a nice looking Blue Strom......I think that belonged to some guy named Chuck.

Um, did I mention the Blue Strom? Yes, I did.......so that was it! Red Strom and Blue Strom. :lol2:

I enjoyed today's pie run so much that I think I will do it again tomorrow. :eat:

[Texas T]

Congrats on "weathering" the storm.

[Gilk51]

At 803 am ......

At 831 am.... Gilk is viewing the forum. - Change your mind????

(Wouldn't blame ya):giveup:
Well, I was in such a tizzy to not forget anything, I forgot to sign off - I probably was still signed on while I was in Hico - now no one will believe me! :-(

[Graubart]

Well, I was in such a tizzy to not forget anything, I forgot to sign off - I probably was still signed on while I was in Hico - now no one will believe me! :-(


By the looks of the radar, you had rain all the way home. Glad you made it ok. :clap:

[Gilk51]

By the looks of the radar, you had rain all the way home. Glad you made it ok. :clap:
Yeah, much more than going down. All-in-all, my raingear worked OK. I didn't see the temp go above 51 or so, and I wasn't toasty warm but I wasn't miserable either. :rider:

Now downshifting on 917 really sloshed around the water in my boots! :lol2:

Really glad to meet you, Bill. Enjoyed talking with ya about Comanche Peak and motorcycle stuff. have fun (again) tomorrow - you'll see what the rest of the crowd is like. And thanks for lunch - I'll repay ya when we go for BBQ!

Hey, WC, both Mary Beth and the fella at the counter that I think was the owner both mentioned that you had called and updated about today and also about tomorrow. I think they really appreciated it! http://www.texasarlingtoncs.us/pics/smilies/righton.gif

[gocatgo]

Bill and Chuck, ya'll are DA MEN! :clap:

Glad you both made it home safe and sound.

[Gilk51]

Well, even though there was just all both of us for the Saturday Pie Run, I started a thread here (http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8002).

Now, I expect the folks on the Sunday Pie Run to add to it so it doesn't look completely anemic... :roll:

[Vitto]

What's happenng for Sunday??????? Is anyone gonna go??????

[dutchinterceptor]

2:30 makes it too late for me. I've gotta be back in Tyler by 5:00pm. Y'all enjoy!!

[Gilk51]

What's happenng for Sunday??????? Is anyone gonna go??????
Mel, go back to page 17 of this thread & read WC's reply about not going today and shooting for 2:30 PM tomorrow...

[Vitto]

When: 14:30 in Hico, TX
26 February
UPDATE DUE TO RAIN!

Who:
Definite:
Graubart

Maybe:[/QUOTE]


There sure aren't many names on the new list

[Graubart]

When: 14:30 in Hico, TX
26 February
UPDATE DUE TO RAIN!

Who:
Definite:
Graubart

Maybe:


Is this a trick you play on new members!? I already fell for the TWO person pie run, in the rain no less!

Now I guess you think the new guy will fall for the ONE person pie run! Well the joke's on you! I will be there and I will be eating pie!!! :eat:

(I may have to get the waitress to take my photo for the run report. Or maybe I can just prop the camera on a napkin dispenser. I'll figure it out):lol2:

[wczimmerman]

OK-Just so I can let the good folks at the Koffee Kup know, who is planning on going?

[Hotboot]

It's a tradition we have on the last rainy Saturday every February.
Pick on a newbie named Bill. Read your contract dude.

Seriously, I think that list was a last minute update for this mornings ride, and only the two bad boy Strom adventurers had the kahones to make it.
The weather folks had it all wrong too.
Keep in mind last month's pie run was a very wet event too. Those who made that one remember and passed this time. More to come and dry riding in our future. Chuck and Bill home safe is a good thing. :clap:

[King_O_Road]

Well since I spent all day yesterday ( almost all day) playing poker, the wife says I have to do a little family time today. So I guess I will not make the re-run for Hico. But I've got to say, not a bad idea , spending time with the teenage boy before he doesn't want to spend any time at all... got to go

[Graubart]

Ok, I guess if no one's up for Hico today, I will head another direction. Where ever you decide to ride today, stay safe. :sun:

[whoa]

We made it to the Bluebonnet Cafe just as they closed. We managed to salvage the ride anyway. What a great day to be out.