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This is repeat of a post I made on the vtxcafe forum. Just trying to get it out there for everyone ...
Being up here on the High Plains I feel somewhat isolated from the bulk of the Texas Riders on the Board. Most (Nearly All) events from Rides, Rallies and Meet and Greets take place in the lower part of the State. I made one this year in October in Crockett. Had a great ride down (500+ miles) and had fun at the event but that distance for lunch and conversation is a way to go.
So I was wondering if it was planned far enough in advance if there would be any interest in having a Meet and Greet and maybe a planned ride up here "On the Dark Side of the Moon".
I was looking at a target of June to early July before the intense heat sets in.
Looking at Palo Duro Canyon as a meeting place.
... http://www.google.com/search?q=palo+duro+canyon+state+park&hl=en&client=safari&rls=en&prmd=imvns&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=_TUDT-SxCcGztwebkNGXDQ&ved=0CHcQsAQ&biw=1919&bih=1012 (http://"http://www.google.com/search?q=palo+duro+canyon+state+park&hl=en&client=safari&rls=en&prmd=imvns&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=_TUDT-SxCcGztwebkNGXDQ&ved=0CHcQsAQ&biw=1919&bih=1012")
There are a couple of nice rides and sites in the area and the canyon is really something to see. The famous Musical "Texas" would be going on at that time and is something to see. ( I enjoy it and I hate musicals ) Have been 10 plus times.
... http://www.texas-show.com/home.html (http://"http://www.texas-show.com/home.html")
Another destination to take in, about a 70 mile ride from the canyon is the Cross at Groom Texas.
... http://www.crossministries.net/ (http://"http://www.crossministries.net/")
I was going to contact members of the forums I frequent, here, vtxcafe.com, hondashadow.net forum and the Honda Rebel forum. I thought this would be an interesting spectrum of Honda Riders.
Would welcome riders from Oklahoma, New Mexico and Colorado since the ride in for them would be shorter than for you guys from down south in THE STATE.
There are motels available in Canyon Tx and Amarillo and some good places to obtain vittles. Also camp sites are available in the canyon ranging from primitive to full hookup. Shower facilities and restrooms are available at several of the campsites.
Hello out there ……...
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Sounds like something cool, but I believe if you did it in June you would be competing with people that ride to the VTX Coloradical M&G IIRC. I was actually thinking about taking a moto trip sometime in the summer and would probably consider it. Will look more into the details and check in later.
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This is very intriguing. Would have to be the later part of June for us. Put us down as a good maybe.
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hmmm interesting, hey we could all stay with Tomcat!
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I am interested, if it falls in a time frame that I am off :bikerider:
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O.K. - Have gotten several responses.
Trying to narrow this down.
June has 5 weekends this year.
Looking at weekend 2: ___ Friday 8th ... Saturday 9th ... Sunday 10th
Distance guys would have Friday to come in or Thurs - Fri to come in.
Gonna get the date nailed down then go on to particulars on whether or not we do a ride on Saturday afternoon.
Let me know ... post up .... still flexible here for now.
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Darn, that weekend is totally out for us...will be in FL at that time. :'(
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BUMP ...
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When will we know if this is a go for it or not?
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When will we know if this is a go for it or not?
It is a go as of now. Going to start requesting how many will be coming on Friday for the Sat. meet. Plan a Sat afternoon ride if anyone wants. Plan a couple of places to eat. Date of June (10) 9 as Meet and Greet Day...
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Just a heads up, that weekend is ROT Rally weekend.
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Just a heads up, that weekend is ROT Rally weekend.
So you going to ROT :rofl:
Got some WT that says :snapoutofit:
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I ain't going to ROT, just mentioning it for everyone else! :P Go back to your wine! :chair:
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I'm out. I have plans that weekend and I think your days are off by a day. But I get the point.
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I'm out. I have plans that weekend and I think your days are off by a day. But I get the point.
You are correct ... has been changed ...
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Website has been setup for information and updates on the "gathering'.
Please check the websit link below for ongoing updates and information ....
Link to Meet and Greet Website --> http://web.me.com/rjtmacturner/DarkSideoftheMoon/Home.html (http://web.me.com/rjtmacturner/DarkSideoftheMoon/Home.html)
Post up on your participation as soon as possible.
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The Dark Side of the Moon Meet and Greet
Website has been updated. Click on the link below for information -
http://web.me.com/rjtmacturner/DarkSideoftheMoon/Home.html (http://web.me.com/rjtmacturner/DarkSideoftheMoon/Home.html)
Post any response here in this thread.
Thanks -- rjtmac ....
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I'm looking forward to going. Been wanting to go to the Paladuro Canyon for quite some time.
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I'll be there unless something happens, try and bring my step son & his buddy both X riders!!
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News on the rooms .... Click below:
http://web.me.com/rjtmacturner/DarkSideoftheMoon/Blog_Updates/Blog_Updates.html (http://web.me.com/rjtmacturner/DarkSideoftheMoon/Blog_Updates/Blog_Updates.html)
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We should make this one and are looking forward to the ride
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Motel info posted on the Updates Page of the website ....
http://web.me.com/rjtmacturner/DarkSideoftheMoon/Blog_Updates/Blog_Updates.html (http://"http://web.me.com/rjtmacturner/DarkSideoftheMoon/Blog_Updates/Blog_Updates.html")
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Wow at last a M&G I can make without getting a case of numbbutt getting there.
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HECK, TC. Your bike won't even get warmed up before you get there. ;D
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Just a little update on the M & G. As of today there are 16 confirmed attendees and 23-25 tentative participants.
Looking good. Hopefully more will confirm and more will start considering attending as the event comes closer.
Looking forward to seeing everyone....
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Bump - 1st day of March ... Under 100 days left ....
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There are 78 days until the Gathering ....
We have 25 confirmed attendees ...
As of now we have riders from the following forums:
- vtxcafe
- hondashadownet
- hondarebelforum
- vtxoa
Haven't had any commitments yet from the texasriders forum yet although there are 4 tentatives on the list.
There are four confirmed couples and 2 tentatives.
There are 17 tentatives from all of the forums on the list.
There have been commitments from Kansas, NM, Oklahoma and Texas.
I think there is one Louisiana rider coming. Can someone confirm that ?
Would really like to have several texasriders forum members present. Have no one confirmed at this time...
If you have not committed do a little soul searching and come on out ... looking forward to seeing everyone.
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I'm confirmed, and I'm a Texas X Riders member. :thumbup: And the VTX Cafe, and the OA. LOL
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It was requested that a Map showing the Home Towns of the Confirmed Attendees be added to the Website. That has been done.
Go to the Link shown at the bottom of the Attendees Page to view the map.
http://web.me.com/rjtmacturner/DarkSideoftheMoon/Attendees.html (http://"http://web.me.com/rjtmacturner/DarkSideoftheMoon/Attendees.html")
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Heads up everyone ... I need to start gathering some information.
Yesterday I contacted the Trading Post in the Canyon to give them a heads up on the "Invasion" on the 9th. Was wanting to give them some advance time on getting supplies laid in and maybe extra help on the lunch shift. Looks as though we have a minimum of 35 so far for the Saturday meeting.
I am going need to do the same for the Rafter G on Saturday if we stop there on the swing back to Canyon after the Saturday planned ride.
It is also time to start considering if anyone is going to want to try and hit The Big Texas Steak Ranch on Sunday Ride on the backside.
If these are a couple of things we might want to consider I need everyone to chime in. Please let me know. Yea or Nea !! Don't be shy. I just need to see where the numbers are going to fall ... We can do things as a group or let guys/gals roll their own.
Getting some concrete numbers from the CONFIRMED group will help in extrapolating some numbers to go by.
Thanks everyone...
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PLANNED RIDES POSTING
Tentative planned rides have been set for Saturday and Sunday.
Check the Websites Updates Page for information and the Info pages for maps of the rides.
http://web.me.com/rjtmacturner/DarkSideoftheMoon/Blog_Updates/Blog_Updates.html (http://"http://web.me.com/rjtmacturner/DarkSideoftheMoon/Blog_Updates/Blog_Updates.html")
All feed back appreciated ...
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Strange. I'm unable to click on the links on the blog in the Updates section. I've tried three different browsers across two different operating systems. Anyone else experiencing this?
Yep. links are dead for me too.:confused:
"Houston - We have a problem" ...
The Web Editor I am using seems to have a "SMALL" quirk. Cannot remove the "read more" link at the bottom of each blog entry on the Updates page. It appears no matter whether there is more text or not. As of now there are NO Updates entries that are longer than what appears on the page.
I cannot get this problem solved. None of the support forums for the Editor have an answer and it seems to be a "bug" everyone is having to live with.
If it wasn't for having to rebuild the entire site I would change apps and solve the problem but I am just too dam_ lazy to do so... Gee, honestly is freeing. Of course I know that it doesn't solve the problem.
Please excuse this irritation for now and forgive my laziness.
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Information on the Website has been updated.
New Motel information and Links to Mods Listing Templates on the Info Page ...
http://web.me.com/rjtmacturner/DarkSideoftheMoon/Home.html (http://"http://web.me.com/rjtmacturner/DarkSideoftheMoon/Home.html")
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I have a phone call appointment in the morning to have a chat with the Palo Duro Park Superintendent. Found out doing some reading and research on the Canyon that LARGE groups need to inform the Park Administrators of their gathering. I don't know that we are considered a LARGE group but thought I would make them aware of our arrival. That will let the Park personnel know of our group coming in and also the Trading Post to lay in supplies for the "gathering".
Going assure the Supt that the Son's of Anarchy are not arriving and that we will be a civil group of mostly middle aged to "old" guys just gathering for a fun time. ( ok nobody takes offense, I am one of the "old" guys )
I think were sitting a 36 confirmed - I have some non forum guys who have 95% committed but waiting on final "CAN DO" before posting their numbers.
Hoping to gain at least 10-12 more in the next 3 weeks and maybe then get a few late to the party guys to get to the 50 mark. Got some Okie guys from the Shadow forum I am trying to prod into taking the plunge.
Hoping this little shindig is a success and fun time for everyone.
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Now there are just 6 weekends between now and and THE Weekend ...
Haven't been notified of any new confirmations in about a week. Anyone else still considering making the journey ?
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I woud have loved to make this, but I already have plans that weekend. I'm even missing ROT rally. :(
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Official Inquiry ...
Request has been made to check into:
Proposal for T-Shirts to be made .... √
Proposal for Sticker to be made ..... √
If so on either one we would really need to get rolling on this and everyone needs to weigh in very quickly. ( 5 -7 days max )
I will need a range or maximum for cost for each one.
T_Shirt .... $$.¢¢
Sticker ..... $$.¢¢
I will need help with everyone contacting each other to get opinions posted.
Don't be shy ... need posts pro or con. Have to get a benchmark on this...
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We are under 40 ...
39 Days
until the Gathering
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Looks like we could have a good group for the Proposed Sunday Ride.
Now that the Ride has filled out we will need to make some decisions.
I have reworked the Sunday Ride Map • *1 on the Info page of the website.
Info
It shows alternate starting points other than the floor of the Canyon. The Wal-Mart and United Super Markets starting points would be gas up points for the start of the ride or everyone could gas up and meet at the United Banking Center parking lot.
Also there has been a good interest shown in hitting the Big Texan for the evening meal on Sunday. Alternate routes to get to the restaurant are shown on the map. Both Alternate routes minimize or eliminate time on I-40, one of the busiest interstates in the nation. Mondo numbers of 18 wheelers at 80 mph. I don't mind being on the road with them but many do so we have options. I don't want anyone put in a position of being uncomfortable or "scared" (understandable) in having to ride in a situation they feel is not in their zone of capability and confidence.
Posting this so everyone can be ??? thinking ??? about what they might want to do and it can be :blahblah: discussed :blahblah: and finalized Saturday sometime.
Any input you would like to post - please do ... we want this to be a positive and fun time for everyone.
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A Facebook group has been created by DKilleen, one of the "Gatherings" attendees, so that anyone that takes pictures of:
Rides in
During the Meet
Planned Rides
Trips home
can post pics so riders from all of the participating forums can follow along. As we all know, "If you don't take pics, it didn't happen".
Search for Palo Duro Meet & Greet or maybe this link will work:
http://www.facebook.com/groups/288138721276446/ (http://www.facebook.com/groups/288138721276446/)
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Have found a provider and cost on the T-Shirt. It will be a WHITE ... 100% Cotton Shirt with a round collar. Sizes up to 5X. $22.00 ea. (total cost).
It took a few calls to find a guy who could provide the larger sizes - 3X and up shirts at no huge additional charge or get them at all. The company I am talking to has a good reputation.
Will have some graphics posted by the end of the week. Hopefully by Wednesday night or Thursday. Kinda trying to push my graphics people on this.
If this comes to life ... will take payments:
by pay pal
Payment information will be provided later when and if this gets off the ground. Will pretty much need to have orders in by mid next week.
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Got the design for the T-Shirt in ...
See what you think ...
Gonna have to have a decision and orders by no later than Monday ... Need a minimum of 15 shirts ordered to get the price I was quoted $22.00 ... this fact came out yesterday when I called to confirm dates of printing shirts and pickup.
Let me know what you think. As previously stated if this is gonna be a go, I'll get order and payment info posted. This is gonna be kinda whirlwind so I will need everyone to chime in quickly...
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I can't make it but still pretty cool. Thanks for all your efforts. I hope it has a good turn out. take lots of photos and then rub it in on us who couldn't make it. I have been wanting to visit that part of Texas for quite some time now.
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With our little outing coming up and the reaction this thread got thought I might just drop a link in here for everyone's consideration.
Bike Viewing Manners - Behave Around Rides That Are NOT Yours! - Honda VTX forums for Honda VTX 1300 / VTX 1800 motorcycles (http://www.vtxcafe.com/showthread.php?t=76313)
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O.K. - let's give this a try. Please forgive the trouble and another T-Shirt post but here is the scoop.
Make Payment to the PayPal account you will receive today in a Private Message. If you do not receive a PM just send a PM to me or a Visitors Message and I will get the account to you. $22.00 per shirt. Sorry for the cloak and dagger just don't feel comfortable putting my account out on a public forum.
I need payment and information no later than Sunday
Please • Please • Please I need the following information to keep all of this straight and ensure order and delivery of the correct Shirts:
Your Screen Name
Your name
Number of Shirts
Sizes
Please include the information with your PayPal payment.
Thanks for your cooperation in this. Shirt guy is on my back for getting him this late...
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Just a reminder to create and print you out a Mods sheet for your bike. Hopefully everyone will have one ready.
Remember a plastic jacket to display the sheet will be provided.
Links to 2 different examples or sheets you can use to fill are posted on the website. The links are located in the next to the bottom section of the Info page. ( Info Page link below )
http://web.me.com/rjtmacturner/DarkSideoftheMoon/Info.html (http://"http://web.me.com/rjtmacturner/DarkSideoftheMoon/Info.html")
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T-Shirt ALERT
O.K. as of 5:45 pm Sunday afternoon I have a total of 5 shirts ordered.
I will wait until around 3:00 Monday afternoon for orders. Have to be in be end of work Monday.
We need 15 ordered. I really thought from the feedback I had gotten that this would not be a problem but we are falling short.
Be it known - if you order and we fall short I will have your money for refund at the Gathering.
So if you intend to order please order through paypal with the information you got in your PM. If you need the paypal account PM or Visitor Message me.
Please check prior posts for all other information.[/font]
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As of 9:50 am Monday morning (28th) we have orders for 14 shirts. We may get this to fly after all.
Only ONE short....
Anyone else out there ? As stated previously 3:00 pm this afternoon (Monday the 28th) is cutoff.
Surely somebody else is gonna jump in on this ....
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You've worked your Cranberries off to get this thing off the ground and to that I take my hat comes off. I know that was alota off's in that last statement but that was the only way it could be said. Yes the Texas X Riders are a statewide assoication but unless you are in the Houston area (where the founding fathers live or lived) you'll basically get no support. Some of the North end riders (Dallas, Ft.Worth or let's say North Central riders) would possibably support this except for the Coloradoical, ROT, and some other events coming up so their saving the cash flo for those. One's that are going to Colorado don't want to make that 9 hour oneway and then turn right around and do it again in a couple of weekends. The ones going to ROT are saving their money cause those folks down there that put it on think "the little people that support us are rich" and if you've ever been then you'll know what I'm talkin about. I hope for your success and pull this off. Been riding thru that area for over 40 years and never seen Palo Duro from the inside. My bad I'm sure but maybe someday I will. Good Luck on your endeavors.
Hooter
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hooter: Itasca "Wampus Cats". One of my top 3 favorite school mascots in the state of Texas.
Thanks for your kind words. Really hasn't been all that much work. Just time taken between other things that were being done. I learned a lot putting the web site together and it has just been a fun endeavor.
I traveled to the Crockett M&G last October and had a good time. Long ride for lunch. I was hoping to have the same fun experience with this more local event except not have to travel quite so far this time. I have been really surprised by the response to the gathering. Look to have between 30 - 40 there. When I first started I was really being optimistic I thought by hoping for 10 - 12.
I am not much into crowds and large noisy gatherings. That is some people's cup of tea, not mine. I would much rather go to a small informal and close gathering and meet and get to know people. Some of the out of control things that go on at the large Rally venues just don't appeal to me and certainly do not appeal to the wife.
The "Dark Side of the Moon M&G" is an alternative to such large events. Didn't put it together to compete. As a matter of a fact I had never even heard of ROT until the date was set for the Palo Duro gig. I believe a member on the VTXOA forum pointed it out to me that I had planned the two at the same time. Also was made aware of the Colorado thing about the same time.
We invited people from 5 different forums inclusive of X riders, Shadow Riders and Rebel Riders and anybody else that happen to venture on the website for an invite.
So we will see how people take to the "Dark Side of the Moon". Still time to join in ...
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"So we will see how people take to the "Dark Side of the Moon". Still time to join in ..."
Thanks for the nice reply. Would really consider the run but I'm retired and have a shop making yard art, Bird Homes, etc. and my weekends are pretty much taken with flea market style sales. Spring and fall are the busiest times of the year for us and as much as I love road running, well just gotta do what a person gotta do! Take care.
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Alright !! Goal met ... shirts will be ordered ...
Waited until 3:30 for any last minute stragglers ... Shirt guy is not in his office. Said he would be. May have to wait until morning to get the order in. That's o.k., delay is on him...
Guess everyone will have until the morning (29th) to order. Say 8:00 am.
Extended SALE !!
Get em while the last !!
Don't be left out !!
0% interest on your pre-payment !!
Make your friends envious !!
Sorry • No Trade Ins !!
Be the first on your block to get one !!
Sorry, got carried away there !!
Hope everyone likes them ...
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Just to let everyone know .... Final Talley ...
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We had 24 shirts ordered.
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:cool2: would like to make it but too much going on. Pheonix for work the week after and a wedding that following weekend . got to spend that time getting ready. Want to return to Palo Duro some day soon. been 30 years since last time. Hope you have a successful turn out. You have worked your butt off putting this together.
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37 is the count of Confirmed Attendees as of 2:00 pm June 1.
Anymore "On the Fencers" out there who have decided to be a part of the crew ?
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:notworthy: I also thank you for the effort you have made to put this on!!! I know what it is like to beg for a commitment from people! Turkey Roost is as central as there is! Pay if you come. The more that show the cheaper it is!! It is too hot, it is too cold, it is too wet, it is too windy, it is too far!!!!! I could still show up with no plans!! Been on the ground before!!! Ride safe ride long. :couch:
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Just a reminder • some information • and some requests ….
I. If you have not done so confirm your reservation at the Buffalo Inn Motel … must be done by Wednesday the 6th.
II. Please Sign in and fill in your information on in the sign in sheet when you get to the Trading Post.
III. Pick up a Packet either the night before or at the Trading Post. I have prepared packets for 50+ riders ( surely that will be enough - I believe in overkill )
• Please complete the Name Tag you will be provided in the packet and wear it. This will make the whole event more “Attendee Friendly”.
• If you are bringing a mods list be sure to have it packed. A plastic display sleeve will be provided along with a ZipTie ( In your Packet ). Check ¾ of the way down the Info Page on the website to download a copy of form or make your own.
There is still a plan to meet at the United Banking Center on the east side of town (see map on info page of the website) no later than 10:30 and proceed to the canyon as a group. If you want to take part you are welcome. If not meet us at the Trading Post at 11:00 am.
Everyone ride safe ... Weather looks clear - no rain forecast.
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••• T-Shirts in hand and will be at the GATHERING •••
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Pictures of the Meet and Greet ....
http://www.vtxcafe.com/showthread.php?p=983193#post983193 (http://www.vtxcafe.com/showthread.php?p=983193#post983193)
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Great write up and pics!! Beautiful countryside!
One day will be riding out that way!
Thanks! :thumbup:
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Thanks again for all your efforts!!! Did tomcat from Lubbock show up? if he didn't someone better check on the guy!!!!! he has been out of pocket toooooo long!! No Turkey Roost, no BBT. I hope he is alright!!!!!! :cuss: :flag: