track day anyone? Update: 7/12/09 - Page 5 - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

tricker · 07-10-2009, 06:13 AM

no fresca or fanta?

frostbitevinnie · 07-10-2009, 07:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tricker

no fresca or fanta?

Wonder if they still make that stuff?

**Clint** · 07-10-2009, 12:18 PM

Cool. Where do you want to hook up?

Rickster · 07-10-2009, 12:23 PM

I just checked, and the weather isn't looking good.

My friend from work that went a few weeks back got rained out.

tricker · 07-10-2009, 01:41 PM

Hopefully they're full of it and its not too shabby. it is over 48 hours out so it will probably change.

**Clint** · 07-10-2009, 01:52 PM

I'm actually hoping we get postponed. Sunday is one of those days for me when I have two things I really want to do. The track day, and a scavenger hunt in town with Jolene for a $12,000 diamond. She's faced with getting her sister or someone to help instead of me. I feel really bad.

Doesn't look too bad to me. http://www.accuweather.com/us/mn/lit...day=3&metric=0

tricker · 07-10-2009, 03:17 PM

i have nothing planned and well.... have been looking forward to this. After this weekend I'm booked till about september

Rickster · 07-10-2009, 03:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clint

I'm actually hoping we get postponed. Sunday is one of those days for me when I have two things I really want to do. The track day, and a scavenger hunt in town with Jolene for a $12,000 diamond. She's faced with getting her sister or someone to help instead of me. I feel really bad.

Doesn't look too bad to me. AccuWeather.com - Little Falls Weather Details | Little Falls Minnesota Weather Forecast

That's for Little Falls, I think our chance of rain when I checked was at 60%, might have changed by now, that was over 3 hours ago.

Too bad about the conflict of interest, that's why we need clones.

tricker · 07-10-2009, 04:27 PM

Do we want like 5 clints running around? That might be a bit much. Hell i can barely stand myself. Could you imagine 2 or 3 of me running around?

**Clint** · 07-10-2009, 04:56 PM

I'd kill myself, and I'd take at least one Adam with me.

Thanks for catching my oops, Rick. I'm still not entirely used to spending so much time up nort'. I can usually look at St. Cloud's forecast and apply it to the cities with reasonable confidence. Little Falls is pretty far away.

Thundurburd · 07-10-2009, 06:01 PM

Now you boys keep the rubber parts on the bottom. If I wasn't so lazy I would be coming up there too, I sure could use the practice. I've found nothing like that around here.

Hopefully there will be a few picture that end up here?

tricker · 07-10-2009, 06:08 PM

ok actual question for rick and clint. Are you two trailering your bikes there? I have pro's and con's against it in my head (trailer reserved by uhaul currently). Would you suggest using it? Current trailer is for boat... not cycle.

frostbitevinnie · 07-10-2009, 06:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clint

Cool. Where do you want to hook up?

Your place, just need a time.

Rickster · 07-10-2009, 06:50 PM

I'm going to ride the bike there, but if I was comming as far as you or Clint I would be very tempted to trailer for three reasons.

1. In case something happens to the bike that renders it unrideable (not likely).

2. Your going to be way more wore out than you think possible. (trust me on this).

3. You can bring a cooler & some sun shade.

Your call, no one will think your a woss if you trailer, most of the regular riders in the advanced classes trailer their bikes.

tricker · 07-10-2009, 08:59 PM

i may cancel the trailer.. just might need to bribe vinnie to watch my saddle bags or tank bag. All I need is some food and water and i'll be set. I'm counting on being tested and worn out, but its only 60 or 70 miles for me one way. Also I have to pay for two days due to the time i'm leaving so that would save me a smidgen of cash. Thanks for your opinion on it rick.

**Clint** · 07-10-2009, 09:12 PM

I trailered the first time because Jolene was with and didn't want to ride so far. Rick's right... you'll be knackered by the end. I rode it last time and it wasn't really a big deal. It was mostly dehydration from the heat. Doesn't look like we'll be too hot this time. Drink water between every session and you'll be ok.

Rickster · 07-10-2009, 09:57 PM

I don't think you need to worry about anyone messing with your bags, I'll be taking my trunk & bags off too, last time we just left them in the grass next to the fence & they were fine, too many people around for anyone to be messing with anyone else's stuff.

frostbitevinnie · 07-10-2009, 10:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tricker

i may cancel the trailer.. just might need to bribe vinnie to watch my saddle bags or tank bag. All I need is some food and water and i'll be set. I'm counting on being tested and worn out, but its only 60 or 70 miles for me one way. Also I have to pay for two days due to the time i'm leaving so that would save me a smidgen of cash. Thanks for your opinion on it rick.

No problem, I can watch and sift through your stuff.

grandpatractor · 07-10-2009, 10:43 PM

I'd like to head down and watch too, but I have a birthday party for my grandsons that I MUST attend. I am also gearing up to leave on my trip and making sure everything is ready.
J.D.

Rickster · 07-11-2009, 07:22 AM

No problem JD, just send me your $50 for a gate pass, and I"ll make sure it gets in the right hands.

07-10-2009, 12:18 PM	#83 (permalink)
Clint Gainfully employed Join Date: Dec 2003 Bike: 2002 Bandit 1200 S Location: St. Cloud, MN, USA Posts: 20,119	Cool. Where do you want to hook 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

07-10-2009, 12:23 PM	#84 (permalink)
Rickster Forensic Bug Splatter Analyst Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: St Paul Mn Posts: 4,210	I just checked, and the weather isn't looking good. My friend from work that went a few weeks back got rained out. __________________ 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

07-10-2009, 01:52 PM	#86 (permalink)
Clint Gainfully employed Join Date: Dec 2003 Bike: 2002 Bandit 1200 S Location: St. Cloud, MN, USA Posts: 20,119	I'm actually hoping we get postponed. Sunday is one of those days for me when I have two things I really want to do. The track day, and a scavenger hunt in town with Jolene for a $12,000 diamond. She's faced with getting her sister or someone to help instead of me. I feel really bad. Doesn't look too bad to me. http://www.accuweather.com/us/mn/lit...day=3&metric=0 __________________ '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

07-10-2009, 04:56 PM	#90 (permalink)
Clint Gainfully employed Join Date: Dec 2003 Bike: 2002 Bandit 1200 S Location: St. Cloud, MN, USA Posts: 20,119	I'd kill myself, and I'd take at least one Adam with me. Thanks for catching my oops, Rick. I'm still not entirely used to spending so much time up nort'. I can usually look at St. Cloud's forecast and apply it to the cities with reasonable confidence. Little Falls is pretty far away. __________________ '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

07-10-2009, 06:01 PM	#91 (permalink)
Thundurburd Sit speling cheker Join Date: Jul 2007 Bike: 2007 Black S50 Location: Waukesha WI Posts: 1,818	Now you boys keep the rubber parts on the bottom. If I wasn't so lazy I would be coming up there too, I sure could use the practice. I've found nothing like that around here. Hopefully there will be a few picture that end up here? __________________ Mike

07-10-2009, 06:13 AM	#81 (permalink)
tricker M-J Lifetime Achievement Award Join Date: May 2007 Bike: 2004 kawasaki zzr 600 Location: rochester, minnesota Posts: 7,074	no fresca or fanta?

07-10-2009, 01:41 PM	#85 (permalink)
tricker M-J Lifetime Achievement Award Join Date: May 2007 Bike: 2004 kawasaki zzr 600 Location: rochester, minnesota Posts: 7,074	Hopefully they're full of it and its not too shabby. it is over 48 hours out so it will probably change.

07-10-2009, 03:17 PM	#87 (permalink)
tricker M-J Lifetime Achievement Award Join Date: May 2007 Bike: 2004 kawasaki zzr 600 Location: rochester, minnesota Posts: 7,074	i have nothing planned and well.... have been looking forward to this. After this weekend I'm booked till about september

07-10-2009, 04:27 PM	#89 (permalink)
tricker M-J Lifetime Achievement Award Join Date: May 2007 Bike: 2004 kawasaki zzr 600 Location: rochester, minnesota Posts: 7,074	Do we want like 5 clints running around? That might be a bit much. Hell i can barely stand myself. Could you imagine 2 or 3 of me running around?

07-10-2009, 06:08 PM	#92 (permalink)
tricker M-J Lifetime Achievement Award Join Date: May 2007 Bike: 2004 kawasaki zzr 600 Location: rochester, minnesota Posts: 7,074	ok actual question for rick and clint. Are you two trailering your bikes there? I have pro's and con's against it in my head (trailer reserved by uhaul currently). Would you suggest using it? Current trailer is for boat... not cycle.

07-10-2009, 06:50 PM	#94 (permalink)
Rickster Forensic Bug Splatter Analyst Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: St Paul Mn Posts: 4,210	I'm going to ride the bike there, but if I was comming as far as you or Clint I would be very tempted to trailer for three reasons. 1. In case something happens to the bike that renders it unrideable (not likely). 2. Your going to be way more wore out than you think possible. (trust me on this). 3. You can bring a cooler & some sun shade. Your call, no one will think your a woss if you trailer, most of the regular riders in the advanced classes trailer their bikes. __________________ 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

07-10-2009, 08:59 PM	#95 (permalink)
tricker M-J Lifetime Achievement Award Join Date: May 2007 Bike: 2004 kawasaki zzr 600 Location: rochester, minnesota Posts: 7,074	i may cancel the trailer.. just might need to bribe vinnie to watch my saddle bags or tank bag. All I need is some food and water and i'll be set. I'm counting on being tested and worn out, but its only 60 or 70 miles for me one way. Also I have to pay for two days due to the time i'm leaving so that would save me a smidgen of cash. Thanks for your opinion on it rick.

07-10-2009, 09:12 PM	#96 (permalink)
Clint Gainfully employed Join Date: Dec 2003 Bike: 2002 Bandit 1200 S Location: St. Cloud, MN, USA Posts: 20,119	I trailered the first time because Jolene was with and didn't want to ride so far. Rick's right... you'll be knackered by the end. I rode it last time and it wasn't really a big deal. It was mostly dehydration from the heat. Doesn't look like we'll be too hot this time. Drink water between every session and you'll be ok. __________________ '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

07-10-2009, 09:57 PM	#97 (permalink)
Rickster Forensic Bug Splatter Analyst Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: St Paul Mn Posts: 4,210	I don't think you need to worry about anyone messing with your bags, I'll be taking my trunk & bags off too, last time we just left them in the grass next to the fence & they were fine, too many people around for anyone to be messing with anyone else's stuff. __________________ 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

07-10-2009, 10:43 PM	#99 (permalink)
grandpatractor Found second gear by accident Join Date: Feb 2008 Bike: 08 Suzuki C109RT Location: wisconsin Posts: 315	I'd like to head down and watch too, but I have a birthday party for my grandsons that I MUST attend. I am also gearing up to leave on my trip and making sure everything is ready. J.D. __________________ J.D.

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07-11-2009, 07:22 AM	#100 (permalink)
Rickster Forensic Bug Splatter Analyst Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: St Paul Mn Posts: 4,210	No problem JD, just send me your $50 for a gate pass, and I"ll make sure it gets in the right hands. __________________ 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

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