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[iamrjtmac]

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

All feed back appreciated ...

[iamrjtmac]

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.

[iamrjtmac]

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

[iamrjtmac]

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.

[iamrjtmac]

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 ?

[matap]

I woud have loved to make this, but I already have plans that weekend.  I'm even missing ROT rally.

[iamrjtmac]

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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[iamrjtmac]

We are under 40 ...

39 Days
until the Gathering

[iamrjtmac]

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.
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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   discussed 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.

[iamrjtmac]

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29 and Counting

[iamrjtmac]

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/

[iamrjtmac]

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.

[iamrjtmac]

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...

[matap]

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.

[iamrjtmac]

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.

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