Loved the HC 500, here goes my tale:
I arrived in Johnson City to find that Kubotamike had pulled out all the stops for us.
When I first pulled in I got to meet Mary, she directed me to the campsite. Mike had camping areas cleared, had a cooler full of ice cold beer and Topo Chicos and was starting a bonfire. He still took the time to give us a tour of the property and the river, it was beautiful.
I then set up my camp and got to meet some of the others staying there. Vinnie I already knew from the April Mexico trip and then met another Jorge, Dennis, Dan, RG. We hung out by the bonfire and had some drinks, talked. Mike was soon cooking for us and kept bringing out sausages as appetizers, later followed by burgers with all the fixings. With a full belly I turned in early to get some rest.
Let me reiterate what has been said. Kubotamike went way above and beyond the call of duty. He could have just given us a place to put up our tents; instead him and Mary were the nicest, most gracious hosts. It was great meeting them both.
Next morning we had the riders meeting, lots of bikes. We broke up into small groups and started to ride.
Selfie with Jorge
Selfie with Wayland
This was the most beautiful spot. It was right after a short but deep crossing. KLRs rule.
Kubotamike
Me
Lunch was at the Frio Canyon Motorcycle stop. One of these things is not like the others.
On our way to dinner, I was told this could be blackmail worthy material!
And some of our crew. Left to right: Wayland, Dan, Dennis, Mike, Jorge and Jorge. We had a great dinner at the YO Lodge.
My campsite for the night, at the Kerrville KOA. Since I had a roof over my head I didn't even have to put my tent up.
Our crew the getting ready to head out. Me, Mike and Dan (another one, Dannyboy)
David and Jorge joined us.
The day was wet and slippery, not kode.
Dannyboy was loving it.
Lunch break.
Biggest ribs ever.
And frog legs. Good.
Greg and Mike
David and Dan
Dennis and I.
Our crew broke up after lunch and I ended up riding just with Kubotamike. We had a blast, because of all the rain we had so many fun water crossings. Great day. Once back in Johnson City I was wet and cold so Mike trailered me back to Austin. Best host ever.
Many thanks to Rich Trailboss for putting it all together and to Kubotamike for hosting us.