Matts_12GS Posted January 26, 2017 Share Posted January 26, 2017 I'm going to say IN, but I frankly have no idea if I can make it, and if so for how many days. +1.... That's a long way from New England... Link to comment
Indy Dave Posted January 27, 2017 Share Posted January 27, 2017 . . . .but not as far as Austin. Hoping you both can put some miles behind you and join us! Link to comment
TyTass Posted January 27, 2017 Share Posted January 27, 2017 I'm currently in VA Beach, but have only been applying for positions with some companies in CT. Regardless of where I get hired, the number of miles won't matter ... only the ability to take the time off. Link to comment
Panhandle Chuck Posted January 29, 2017 Share Posted January 29, 2017 In. The Florida Panhandle crew. Link to comment
Indy Dave Posted January 30, 2017 Share Posted January 30, 2017 I'm currently in VA Beach, but have only been applying for positions with some companies in CT. Regardless of where I get hired, the number of miles won't matter ... only the ability to take the time off. Good men are hard to find. Once you're settled in, Ken and I will ride up and pay a visit to the Boss Man and make sure he sees things the way he should! Oh wait, I'm not so sure that would do wonders for your career. When the dust settles, if you can't make it, we'll kick up our kickstands in your honor and celebrate your new job. In. The Florida Panhandle crew. Great Chuck, nice Florida group in the works! Link to comment
Kinsley Posted January 30, 2017 Author Share Posted January 30, 2017 I'm currently in VA Beach, but have only been applying for positions with some companies in CT. Regardless of where I get hired, the number of miles won't matter ... only the ability to take the time off. Good men are hard to find. Once you're settled in, Ken and I will ride up and pay a visit to the Boss Man and make sure he sees things the way he should! Oh wait, I'm not so sure that would do wonders for your career. Yea, I'm sure Dave and I can put in a word for ya...that should keep you unemployed and available Link to comment
Marty Hill Posted January 30, 2017 Share Posted January 30, 2017 With friends like these, who needs ...... Link to comment
TyTass Posted January 30, 2017 Share Posted January 30, 2017 I'm currently in VA Beach, but have only been applying for positions with some companies in CT. Regardless of where I get hired, the number of miles won't matter ... only the ability to take the time off. Good men are hard to find. Once you're settled in, Ken and I will ride up and pay a visit to the Boss Man and make sure he sees things the way he should! Oh wait, I'm not so sure that would do wonders for your career. Yea, I'm sure Dave and I can put in a word for ya...that should keep you unemployed and available No, no, no ... that's really ok, guys. I mean you really don't need to do anything ... more importantly SAY anything on my behalf ... I mean like EVER! Link to comment
vhntr1 Posted January 31, 2017 Share Posted January 31, 2017 Ok guys made my reservation for Thursday arival ridding with Jim from Columbus This is my first BMW rally looking forward to it! Mark Link to comment
Indy Dave Posted January 31, 2017 Share Posted January 31, 2017 Hgh-Five Mark! Glad you've hooked up with RT_Jim, you guys will have a nice ride down! Link to comment
Nice n Easy Rider Posted January 31, 2017 Share Posted January 31, 2017 After having missed the last few of these events I'll be arriving on Wed. the 26th with my friend Mark (Bayles) and staying through Sunday. Really forward to it after last year being my lowest mileage year in 10 years. Link to comment
Indy Dave Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 After having missed the last few of these events I'll be arriving on Wed. the 26th with my friend Mark (Bayles) and staying through Sunday. Really forward to it after last year being my lowest mileage year in 10 years. I think Asheville was the last time you were able to work us in? Looking forward to seeing you George and starting off the season right by getting in some miles on great roads with a even greater group of riders. Link to comment
Nice n Easy Rider Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Likewise Dave. Yes, I think Asheville was my last BMWST trip and also the last (hopefully) of my run of 4 rear flats over something like 6K miles. I expect to be coming up to Maggie Valley on a new set of PR4's which hopefully will get me at least 7-8 K. See you in a few months. Link to comment
Panhandle Chuck Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Hey, I can be a "First time Attendee" if it comes with unlimited alcoholic beverages, meals, and lodging. Otherwise, I must admit to attending multiple STARTS and FARTS! Link to comment
Indy Dave Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Hey, I can be a "First time Attendee" if it comes with unlimited alcoholic beverages, meals, and lodging. Otherwise, I must admit to attending multiple STARTS and FARTS! You're admitting to consorting with a notorious bunch - I'd tried to subtly shelter you from prior affiliation. Thanks for setting me straight, I missed it. I wish I could extend to you another complimentary all inclusive accommodation package, but the unlimited lodging with meal and beverage plan is only valid for first timers -I trust you enjoyed the first time. I must also regretfully announce that with the demonstrated confusion of Yours Truly, the First Timer Complimentary lodging, food and adult beverage program is suspended until further notice. Link to comment
Panhandle Chuck Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 I may have to make a "retroactive" claim! I don't recall ever receiving the "all inclusive accommodation package." Link to comment
Foot Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 Sorry for being so late. I was waiting on the dates for a family get together in New Orleans. Those dates have been moved to late March so I can make this!! In for Wednesday-Sunday!! Alan Link to comment
Bud Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 Late? So few posts lately I figured you had died!!!! Link to comment
Foot Posted February 5, 2017 Share Posted February 5, 2017 I completely put in an entirely new Solar Power system. 5 weeks turned into a 3 month install. I don't think I was on the computer for 2 months! Alan Link to comment
Bud Posted February 5, 2017 Share Posted February 5, 2017 I completely put in an entirely new Solar Power system. 5 weeks turned into a 3 month install. I don't think I was on the computer for 2 months! Alan What were the effects of withdrawal? Link to comment
greiffster Posted February 5, 2017 Share Posted February 5, 2017 Late? So few posts lately I figured you had died!!!! Who's this Bud character? I don't see his name on the START list. Link to comment
Indy Dave Posted February 6, 2017 Share Posted February 6, 2017 Sorry for being so late. I was waiting on the dates for a family get together in New Orleans. Those dates have been moved to late March so I can make this!! In for Wednesday-Sunday!! Alan Great Alan - wouldn't be the same without you! All new solar? Offsetting the impact of the Valdez? Link to comment
Foot Posted February 6, 2017 Share Posted February 6, 2017 No offset, I have been off the grid for 30yrs. Everything has gotten better and cheaper since I first started. So it was time for an update. Plus with all this global warming I wanted to run AC in the summer! Alan Link to comment
Bud Posted February 7, 2017 Share Posted February 7, 2017 Late? So few posts lately I figured you had died!!!! Who's this Bud character? I don't see his name on the START list. It seems if I get on the list, then things prevent me from attending. So I'm sitting on the sideline, waiting and watching. But thanks for recognizing my "character"! Link to comment
Medic Mike Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 Reservations made for Friday and Saturday. Hope to be there by 1400 on Friday. Looking forward to finally putting faces to bikes. Mike Link to comment
Indy Dave Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 I have been off the grid for 30yrs. . Plus with all this global warming I wanted to run AC in the summer! Alan Cool In. Great Jake, looking forward to seeing you again. I have a sneaky feeling your excitement level will be exponentially multiplied by the time you arrive on your Du-caddy. I am jealous. Understandable. Spread the jealousy - join us! Reservations made for Friday and Saturday. Hope to be there by 1400 on Friday. Looking forward to finally putting faces to bikes. Mike Glad it's going to work out for you Mike! Link to comment
Indy Dave Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 (edited) Edited February 9, 2017 by workin' them angels Link to comment
MikeB60 Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 DyAnne and I are in. Arriving on Wed and leaving on Sunday. Link to comment
twistyguy Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 Hey Guys. I just wanted to introduce myself to the group. I'll be attending Start 2017 from Wednesday evening through Sunday morning. I'm coming down with Barry from Bethesda, MD. I ride a 2011 R12R Classic. I'm really looking forward to meeting fellow riders passionate about sport touring. Peter Chevy Chase, MD Link to comment
Indy Dave Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 DyAnne and I are in. Arriving on Wed and leaving on Sunday. Excellent Mike! I have you both down Hey Guys. I just wanted to introduce myself to the group. I'll be attending Start 2017 from Wednesday evening through Sunday morning. I'm coming down with Barry from Bethesda, MD. I ride a 2011 R12R Classic. I'm really looking forward to meeting fellow riders passionate about sport touring. Peter Chevy Chase, MD Welcome Peter! You'll certainly meet plenty of passionate riders. Several also share a duel passion for Bourbon once the sun and kickstands are down. Kudos for jumping right in; once you get a taste of the roads down yonder, you'll being joining us regularly. Link to comment
Blind Squirrel Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 I won't have my motorcycle back in time for this event . I shipped it out to California for a ride down into Baja. I won't get it back until sometime in May. Link to comment
Indy Dave Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 (edited) Several also share a duel passion for Bourbon once the sun and kickstands are down. Ehh . . While that statement might be factually true, what I meant to say was 'Several also share a dual passion for Bourbon [and various other adult beverages]. . . Like they say, you just can't find good help anymore! I won't have my motorcycle back in time for this event . I shipped it out to California for a ride down into Baja. I won't get it back until sometime in May. Baja = fun! Glad you'll be getting some riding in. Sounds like your bike will be back in plenty of time for FART! Edited February 12, 2017 by workin' them angels Link to comment
Lone_RT_rider Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 In. In that case, I might make the long drive up for dinner on Saturday night. The Vette needs to stretch it's legs. Link to comment
Marty Hill Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 In. In that case, I might make the long drive up for dinner on Saturday night. The Vette needs to stretch it's legs. I had not thought of that. I had signed up and recently decided to pass on riding the bike up/it might be elsewhere by then. I'll drive up for dinner, if fact I think I owe Jake a dinner! Link to comment
Indy Dave Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 (edited) Edited February 13, 2017 by workin' them angels Link to comment
** Chris ** Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 I thought about cancelling my reservations due to the previously mentioned wedding I must attend. I have instead changed them to arrive on Wednesday and leave Friday morning. So I will have one full day to ride in the area. Link to comment
Indy Dave Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Chris - so far I think you get the 'Extra Effort' award. I consulted the Big Prize-0-Meter and you won . . . complimentary food and booze Saturday night! Sorry you won't be here to claim your prize. Not to worry - Ken and I have arranged Dinner, Boozing and Dancing for you back in TX on Saturday night. Link to comment
Tasker Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 If Whip might make it then I might make it, too! Link to comment
Jake Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Nice one on that last classification Dave, very apropos. You and Tasker might think of meeting up and riding down together. You'll find that you two are like two brothers from another mother. In. In that case, I might make the long drive up for dinner on Saturday night. The Vette needs to stretch it's legs. I had not thought of that. I had signed up and recently decided to pass on riding the bike up/it might be elsewhere by then. I'll drive up for dinner, if fact I think I owe Jake a dinner! Marty, Shawn - I was going to head back on Friday, but this is reason enough to request an extra day of play in the mountains. Let me know if you boys are serious and I'll stay put. That's if Ken doesn't smoke all of the primo cigars I'm going to stick under his nose. Link to comment
Marty Hill Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Jake, don't stay extra time for me. I can come up any day while your there. If the north side of atlanta isn't out of the way come stay for a night. Link to comment
Kinsley Posted February 14, 2017 Author Share Posted February 14, 2017 Nice one on that last classification Dave, very apropos. You and Tasker might think of meeting up and riding down together. You'll find that you two are like two brothers from another mother. In. In that case, I might make the long drive up for dinner on Saturday night. The Vette needs to stretch it's legs. I had not thought of that. I had signed up and recently decided to pass on riding the bike up/it might be elsewhere by then. I'll drive up for dinner, if fact I think I owe Jake a dinner! Marty, Shawn - I was going to head back on Friday, but this is reason enough to request an extra day of play in the mountains. Let me know if you boys are serious and I'll stay put. That's if Ken doesn't smoke all of the primo cigars I'm going to stick under his nose. Better get the box, you'll get price break Link to comment
Jake Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 Better get the box, you'll get price break You'll be pleased to know I got the family discount... Link to comment
greiffster Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 How do I get my name on one of those? Link to comment
Kinsley Posted February 15, 2017 Author Share Posted February 15, 2017 Very nice...The end of April is so far away Link to comment
S.O.B. Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 I am experiencing cigar envy...which is much cheaper than bike envy, or even bourbon envy. Link to comment
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