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**Clint** · 04-01-2008, 08:47 PM

There's something cool about crossing the country, but I'd go either way. I had planned on making day trips or an overnighter to Wisconsin anyway.

tricker · 04-01-2008, 09:13 PM

and the Clint rebuttle... the plot thickens *insert dun dun duuuuunnnnnn*

North Carolina would be a hell of a trip.. Never really taken a real vacation.

Wisconsin riding.. I'm sure i could get my dad to take a few days off and join us.

either way i'm game.

frostbitevinnie · 04-01-2008, 09:22 PM

I'm easy, well used to be anyway.

tricker · 04-01-2008, 09:47 PM

Hmm.. Ok so just cause i'm procrastinating on everything i wanted to do tonight.. So rick has been to said location. I have not, by the sounds vinnie hasn't either nor mike. Either way you look at it.. lets say 600-800 miles of cruising on new roads to us. Clint brings up a good point in regards to something about a cross country trip. But in a way how many people can say they rode their bikes that far, met up with people and just rode for the sake of riding? I don't know any personally.

I would enjoy a wisconsin ride but i think that would be better in fall. Something about that time of year i love.

But thats just IMO

Rickster · 04-01-2008, 10:26 PM

I have another long trip planed for July/Aug, I'm taking the Road King out to Pikes Peak, and if time allows the Grand Canyon, and I may take another week to ride the back roads in the Black Hills on the new DR 650, so a long ride out to Deals Gap isn't something I need to do, I would if that's what everyone else wanted, but it didn't really sound like it was written stone for anyone. Hope I didn't step on anyone's toes by suggesting SW Wisconsin.

From what I hear, there is a section down there that has been described by some as the Dragon of the North (i think it's SR-171 on the link below), and even though we might have less total miles by staying closer to home, we should get more quality miles by going that route.

Wisconsin Motorcycle Roads Look here for more info on the area.

Rickster · 04-01-2008, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tricker

Hmm.. Ok so just cause i'm procrastinating on everything i wanted to do tonight.. So rick has been to said location. I have not, by the sounds vinnie hasn't either nor mike. Either way you look at it.. lets say 600-800 miles of cruising on new roads to us. Clint brings up a good point in regards to something about a cross country trip. But in a way how many people can say they rode their bikes that far, met up with people and just rode for the sake of riding? I don't know any personally.

I would enjoy a wisconsin ride but i think that would be better in fall. Something about that time of year i love.

But thats just IMO

All excellent points that I completely understand, and would go along with.

tricker · 04-01-2008, 11:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rickster

All excellent points that I completely understand, and would go along with.

I think people just get surprised when i can actually piece together an actual thought that makes sense w/o going out on a different tangent.. my bad

Wow we can't decide... Wisconsin would be cheaper too..

Rickster · 04-01-2008, 11:38 PM

IMHO trips like these wind up being more about the company than the ride, and on the last two Deals Gap rides, I met some great people from this forum (I'm sure ShonR will agree, he was with us last year), and I expect this trip will be more of the same, so either place will be fine by me.

Thundurburd · 04-01-2008, 11:50 PM

I was planning on western WI this summer too. Also since I get down to KY (about hours from Deals Gap) about once a month, I'll probably get over to TN this summer one way or another.

In other words I'd be happy to do either.

Thundurburd · 04-01-2008, 11:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rickster

IMHO trips like these wind up being more about the company than the ride...

That's the way I'm looking at it.

frostbitevinnie · 04-02-2008, 05:45 AM

I did have my heart set on Deals Gap, not so much for the twisties but more of the camaraderie. I have ridden a lot of twisties in CA. and they are fun but I don't ride a sports bike, big fat cruiser. I have no intentions of tearing it up but rather just go easy and take it all in. I miss the mountains and I love the smells. So either way would still work for me but if it were up to a vote I would go with Deals Gap.

Rickster · 04-02-2008, 07:37 AM

My vote would be split 60/40, 60% in favor of Deals Gap, and 40% in favor of Western WI.

**Clint** · 04-02-2008, 08:58 AM

I want to meet a bunch of you and tear it up.

tricker · 04-02-2008, 10:25 AM

Aight so deals gap it is then?

**Clint** · 04-02-2008, 10:26 AM

Poll added. Well, in a minute.

tricker · 04-02-2008, 10:40 AM

and this is why clint gets paid the big bucks

**Clint** · 04-03-2008, 04:07 PM

Let's keep talking about this. We're at the 8 week mark already.

tricker · 04-03-2008, 04:13 PM

4 votes so far...... i know there's more people than that. *insert motivational speech*

Rickster · 04-03-2008, 04:19 PM

Robinsvile NC is only a short ride from the Dragon, about 20 miles on a verry twisty road, and I understand they have a motel there called the "Phillips Motel" that has some verry good cottage rental rates. $125 a night for a 3 room cottage split 5 ways is only $25 each. I haven't stayed there, but a friend of mine did, and he said it was fine, he would go back again.

Phillips Motel, Robbinsville, NC 828-479-3370

**Clint** · 04-03-2008, 04:23 PM

Sounds great. That's why we'd need to get our s**t together and get it booked.

I call the third room.

View Poll Results: Midwest adventure destination?
Deal's Gap and the surrounding area	16	88.89%
Southwest Wisconsin	0	0%
Southwest Wisconsin, then Deal's Gap!	2	11.11%
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04-01-2008, 08:47 PM	#21 (permalink)
Clint Gainfully employed Join Date: Dec 2003 Bike: 2002 Bandit 1200 S Location: St. Cloud, MN, USA Posts: 20,114	There's something cool about crossing the country, but I'd go either way. I had planned on making day trips or an overnighter to Wisconsin anyway. __________________ 'Busa shock, Racetech forks, Holeshot stage 1 & pipe, Hella headlights, CBRXX clipons, Givi bags, Zumo 550, Conti Road Attacks \| Symtec grip heat Arai Signet GTR \| Joe Rocket Meteor boots, Alter Ego pants, jacket \| Alpinestars SP-1 gloves \| Hanes boxer-briefs Gems for motorcyclists

04-01-2008, 09:13 PM	#22 (permalink)
tricker M-J Lifetime Achievement Award Join Date: May 2007 Bike: 2004 kawasaki zzr 600 Location: rochester, minnesota Posts: 7,074	and the Clint rebuttle... the plot thickens insert dun dun duuuuunnnnnn North Carolina would be a hell of a trip.. Never really taken a real vacation. Wisconsin riding.. I'm sure i could get my dad to take a few days off and join us. either way i'm game. __________________ I feel left out since Tim and Pete are doing it too.. song of the whatever timeframe I decide? Godsmack - Awake http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypkG-mIfvy4

04-01-2008, 09:22 PM	#23 (permalink)
frostbitevinnie Forensic Bug Splatter Analyst Join Date: Jul 2007 Bike: '07 C90T, '76 MT250, smashed up '91 GSX1100g Location: St. Cloud, MN 3rd house NW of the Depot Posts: 4,153	I'm easy, well used to be anyway. __________________ Sam 3/7/09 Rest in peace my good friend.

04-01-2008, 09:47 PM	#24 (permalink)
tricker M-J Lifetime Achievement Award Join Date: May 2007 Bike: 2004 kawasaki zzr 600 Location: rochester, minnesota Posts: 7,074	Hmm.. Ok so just cause i'm procrastinating on everything i wanted to do tonight.. So rick has been to said location. I have not, by the sounds vinnie hasn't either nor mike. Either way you look at it.. lets say 600-800 miles of cruising on new roads to us. Clint brings up a good point in regards to something about a cross country trip. But in a way how many people can say they rode their bikes that far, met up with people and just rode for the sake of riding? I don't know any personally. I would enjoy a wisconsin ride but i think that would be better in fall. Something about that time of year i love. But thats just IMO __________________ I feel left out since Tim and Pete are doing it too.. song of the whatever timeframe I decide? Godsmack - Awake http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypkG-mIfvy4

04-01-2008, 10:26 PM	#25 (permalink)
Rickster Forensic Bug Splatter Analyst Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: St Paul Mn Posts: 4,210	I have another long trip planed for July/Aug, I'm taking the Road King out to Pikes Peak, and if time allows the Grand Canyon, and I may take another week to ride the back roads in the Black Hills on the new DR 650, so a long ride out to Deals Gap isn't something I need to do, I would if that's what everyone else wanted, but it didn't really sound like it was written stone for anyone. Hope I didn't step on anyone's toes by suggesting SW Wisconsin. From what I hear, there is a section down there that has been described by some as the Dragon of the North (i think it's SR-171 on the link below), and even though we might have less total miles by staying closer to home, we should get more quality miles by going that route. Wisconsin Motorcycle Roads Look here for more info on the area. __________________ 2009 BMW, R 1200 GS 2008 DR 650 2006 HD Road King 2008 1250 Bandit ABS 2003 KTM 525 EX/C 2005 Santa Cruz Heckler

04-01-2008, 11:38 PM	#28 (permalink)
Rickster Forensic Bug Splatter Analyst Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: St Paul Mn Posts: 4,210	IMHO trips like these wind up being more about the company than the ride, and on the last two Deals Gap rides, I met some great people from this forum (I'm sure *ShonR* will agree, he was with us last year), and I expect this trip will be more of the same, so either place will be fine by me. __________________ 2009 BMW, R 1200 GS 2008 DR 650 2006 HD Road King 2008 1250 Bandit ABS 2003 KTM 525 EX/C 2005 Santa Cruz Heckler

04-01-2008, 11:50 PM	#29 (permalink)
Thundurburd Sit speling cheker Join Date: Jul 2007 Bike: 2007 Black S50 Location: Waukesha WI Posts: 1,818	I was planning on western WI this summer too. Also since I get down to KY (about hours from Deals Gap) about once a month, I'll probably get over to TN this summer one way or another. In other words I'd be happy to do either. __________________ Mike

04-02-2008, 05:45 AM	#31 (permalink)
frostbitevinnie Forensic Bug Splatter Analyst Join Date: Jul 2007 Bike: '07 C90T, '76 MT250, smashed up '91 GSX1100g Location: St. Cloud, MN 3rd house NW of the Depot Posts: 4,153	I did have my heart set on Deals Gap, not so much for the twisties but more of the camaraderie. I have ridden a lot of twisties in CA. and they are fun but I don't ride a sports bike, big fat cruiser. I have no intentions of tearing it up but rather just go easy and take it all in. I miss the mountains and I love the smells. So either way would still work for me but if it were up to a vote I would go with Deals Gap. __________________ Sam 3/7/09 Rest in peace my good friend.

04-02-2008, 07:37 AM	#32 (permalink)
Rickster Forensic Bug Splatter Analyst Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: St Paul Mn Posts: 4,210	My vote would be split 60/40, 60% in favor of Deals Gap, and 40% in favor of Western WI. __________________ 2009 BMW, R 1200 GS 2008 DR 650 2006 HD Road King 2008 1250 Bandit ABS 2003 KTM 525 EX/C 2005 Santa Cruz Heckler

04-02-2008, 08:58 AM	#33 (permalink)
Clint Gainfully employed Join Date: Dec 2003 Bike: 2002 Bandit 1200 S Location: St. Cloud, MN, USA Posts: 20,114	I want to meet a bunch of you and tear it up. __________________ 'Busa shock, Racetech forks, Holeshot stage 1 & pipe, Hella headlights, CBRXX clipons, Givi bags, Zumo 550, Conti Road Attacks \| Symtec grip heat Arai Signet GTR \| Joe Rocket Meteor boots, Alter Ego pants, jacket \| Alpinestars SP-1 gloves \| Hanes boxer-briefs Gems for motorcyclists

04-02-2008, 10:25 AM	#34 (permalink)
tricker M-J Lifetime Achievement Award Join Date: May 2007 Bike: 2004 kawasaki zzr 600 Location: rochester, minnesota Posts: 7,074	Aight so deals gap it is then? __________________ I feel left out since Tim and Pete are doing it too.. song of the whatever timeframe I decide? Godsmack - Awake http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypkG-mIfvy4

04-02-2008, 10:26 AM	#35 (permalink)
Clint Gainfully employed Join Date: Dec 2003 Bike: 2002 Bandit 1200 S Location: St. Cloud, MN, USA Posts: 20,114	Poll added. Well, in a minute. __________________ 'Busa shock, Racetech forks, Holeshot stage 1 & pipe, Hella headlights, CBRXX clipons, Givi bags, Zumo 550, Conti Road Attacks \| Symtec grip heat Arai Signet GTR \| Joe Rocket Meteor boots, Alter Ego pants, jacket \| Alpinestars SP-1 gloves \| Hanes boxer-briefs Gems for motorcyclists

04-02-2008, 10:40 AM	#36 (permalink)
tricker M-J Lifetime Achievement Award Join Date: May 2007 Bike: 2004 kawasaki zzr 600 Location: rochester, minnesota Posts: 7,074	and this is why clint gets paid the big bucks __________________ I feel left out since Tim and Pete are doing it too.. song of the whatever timeframe I decide? Godsmack - Awake http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypkG-mIfvy4

04-03-2008, 04:07 PM	#37 (permalink)
Clint Gainfully employed Join Date: Dec 2003 Bike: 2002 Bandit 1200 S Location: St. Cloud, MN, USA Posts: 20,114	Let's keep talking about this. We're at the 8 week mark already. __________________ 'Busa shock, Racetech forks, Holeshot stage 1 & pipe, Hella headlights, CBRXX clipons, Givi bags, Zumo 550, Conti Road Attacks \| Symtec grip heat Arai Signet GTR \| Joe Rocket Meteor boots, Alter Ego pants, jacket \| Alpinestars SP-1 gloves \| Hanes boxer-briefs Gems for motorcyclists

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04-03-2008, 04:13 PM	#38 (permalink)
tricker M-J Lifetime Achievement Award Join Date: May 2007 Bike: 2004 kawasaki zzr 600 Location: rochester, minnesota Posts: 7,074	4 votes so far...... i know there's more people than that. insert motivational speech __________________ I feel left out since Tim and Pete are doing it too.. song of the whatever timeframe I decide? Godsmack - Awake http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypkG-mIfvy4

04-03-2008, 04:19 PM	#39 (permalink)
Rickster Forensic Bug Splatter Analyst Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: St Paul Mn Posts: 4,210	Robinsvile NC is only a short ride from the Dragon, about 20 miles on a verry twisty road, and I understand they have a motel there called the "Phillips Motel" that has some verry good cottage rental rates. $125 a night for a 3 room cottage split 5 ways is only $25 each. I haven't stayed there, but a friend of mine did, and he said it was fine, he would go back again. Phillips Motel, Robbinsville, NC 828-479-3370 __________________ 2009 BMW, R 1200 GS 2008 DR 650 2006 HD Road King 2008 1250 Bandit ABS 2003 KTM 525 EX/C 2005 Santa Cruz Heckler

04-03-2008, 04:23 PM	#40 (permalink)
Clint Gainfully employed Join Date: Dec 2003 Bike: 2002 Bandit 1200 S Location: St. Cloud, MN, USA Posts: 20,114	Sounds great. That's why we'd need to get our st together and get it booked. I call the third room. __________________ 'Busa shock, Racetech forks, Holeshot stage 1 & pipe, Hella headlights, CBRXX clipons, Givi bags, Zumo 550, Conti Road Attacks \| Symtec grip heat Arai Signet GTR \| Joe Rocket Meteor boots, Alter Ego pants, jacket \| Alpinestars SP-1 gloves \| Hanes boxer-briefs Gems for motorcyclists**

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