lawnchairboy Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 I don't always walk on water (just ask my wife), but when I do, it is wearing a blue snuggie. Link to comment
Bud Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 I don't always walk on water (just ask my wife), but when I do, it is wearing a blue snuggie. But, but, but, we can see the rock! Link to comment
roadscholar Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 I don't always walk on water (just ask my wife), but when I do, it is wearing a blue snuggie. But, but, but, we can see the rock! It takes some practice, after awhile you don't even need it. I know Pat and I were impressed.. Link to comment
TEWKS Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 The blue Snuggie effect may have come into play here but more likely, another one of your magical hideaways you've been kind enough to share! Yes, very impressive indeed! Pat Link to comment
92Merc Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Damn, I just stumbled across this thread. Being in North Dakota, I couldn't ask for a closer ride, other than the Montana one I missed out on. Bought my BMW the week after that rally. Now the wife has an RT too. So this will be perfect. Matter of fact, we just came back from a week of riding the Black Hills last week. It'll be nice to meet up with some other BMW riders. Count us in! Link to comment
TN_R_Girl Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 I don't always walk on water (just ask my wife), but when I do, it is wearing a blue snuggie. But, but, but, we can see the rock! It takes some practice, after awhile you don't even need it. I know Pat and I were impressed.. Link to comment
Whip Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 Damn, I just stumbled across this thread. Being in North Dakota, I couldn't ask for a closer ride, other than the Montana one I missed out on. Bought my BMW the week after that rally. Now the wife has an RT too. So this will be perfect. Matter of fact, we just came back from a week of riding the Black Hills last week. It'll be nice to meet up with some other BMW riders. Count us in! Great!!! Stay tuned Link to comment
RTJohn Posted September 4, 2017 Share Posted September 4, 2017 I guess it's time I went to one of these. July...? Whew! Link to comment
DaveCinNO Posted September 7, 2017 Share Posted September 7, 2017 Count me in, haven't been to the Dakota's in forever. Link to comment
NickInSac Posted September 7, 2017 Share Posted September 7, 2017 We're mostly in. It's a 50 50 chance. Link to comment
lawnchairboy Posted September 12, 2017 Share Posted September 12, 2017 No good roads out here. 😁 Just kidding. Lots and lots and lots of stuff for families and non-riders to do at the site and in the area. Roads are spectacular. Even found a few outside of the RV packed areas. This will work great. I look forward to seeing all in the summer. Link to comment
mrzoom Posted September 12, 2017 Share Posted September 12, 2017 We all thank you for taking one for the team and doing the scouting mission. We expect a full debriefing upon your return. Link to comment
Bud Posted September 12, 2017 Share Posted September 12, 2017 I will start by being "OUT" and then if it works out, I can back IN. Link to comment
lawnchairboy Posted September 13, 2017 Share Posted September 13, 2017 (edited) Riding: everything from SUPER technical 10MPH hairpin switchbacks and a road that feels like a hot wheels track to undulating ???MPH sweepers to arrow straight and open plains runs, Sturgis canyon run is a hoot. Didn't have proper vehicle for dirt scouting but plenty of well maintained GS stuff plainly visible. Facility: your UN host will discuss very shortly but a very wide availability of options, amenities, and pricing. It is a great place with super hosts and a ton to do without even leaving. My reservations are made Crazy Horse, Mount Rushmore, The Black Hills, Devils Tower, Lead, Hill City, deadwood, casinos, keystone, Sturgis, rapid city all within easy striking distance. Rapid city airport is silly convenient to use. Dining options are plentiful with nicer stuff in Rapid City. Multiple wineries, distilleries, breweries in the area. UN tip of the day: observe strictly the 25MPH zones in the vicinity of the Rushmore gates Secondary UNtip of the day: Deer and turkey are super plentiful in these parts. I hope to see many of you next summer. Someone has to take one for the team to make these things possible..... Edited September 13, 2017 by lawnchairboy Link to comment
greiffster Posted September 13, 2017 Share Posted September 13, 2017 UN tip of the day: observe strictly the 25MPH zones in the vicinity of the Rushmore gates Let me guess....48mph?? Link to comment
92Merc Posted September 13, 2017 Share Posted September 13, 2017 It's funny. I just did all of those basically a month ago. Stayed in Rapid. Only thing we didn't get to was Devils Tower. Wife and I have been riding for 25 years. So we're not exactly noobs on motorcycle. But I only switched to the RT 2 years ago. She got hers the end of this July. After only a month to acclimate to the RT, I through her into the curves of Black Hills. She did awesome. Really enjoyed the trip. We're ready to do it again! Can't wait. Link to comment
Yeeha! Stephen Posted September 13, 2017 Share Posted September 13, 2017 My reservations are made Cheap shot! Link to comment
marcopolo Posted September 13, 2017 Share Posted September 13, 2017 ...Secondary UNtip of the day: Deer and turkey are super plentiful in these parts. You mean on the restaurant menus? Link to comment
Indy Dave Posted September 13, 2017 Share Posted September 13, 2017 (edited) This should work out perfectly! The Clean Living Hoosiers and I will be in the neighborhood and officially finishing up our group riding just prior to the UN. This should allow a leisurely ride and rest period to ease on over thataways, dragging hopefully at least one of the Hoosier boys along with. Edited September 13, 2017 by workin' them angels Link to comment
Bud Posted September 13, 2017 Share Posted September 13, 2017 ...Secondary UNtip of the day: Deer and turkey are super plentiful in these parts. You mean on the restaurant menus? Ummmmm................ Venison loin and smoked turkey breast! Count me in. A few fresh caught trout would pretty well round out the menu. Link to comment
NickInSac Posted September 13, 2017 Share Posted September 13, 2017 Did I miss the hotel where everyone is staying?!?! Or is it very UN hotel...? Link to comment
szurszewski Posted September 13, 2017 Share Posted September 13, 2017 (edited) Did I miss the hotel where everyone is staying?!?! Or is it very UN hotel...? It's still a secret - lawnchairboy hinted on the previous page that the loding location would be revealed "soon".... Edited September 13, 2017 by szurszewski Link to comment
Bud Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 Did I miss the hotel where everyone is staying?!?! Or is it very UN hotel...? The hotel info was posted in white text so only those who are UNable to read it can not find out where it's going to be. However for your benefit I will post it again. If you run your cursor over this text it will display. If you are able to read this, you will know that it's a closely guarded secret and those of us who know are UNable to tell others under penalty of death. OTOH, who knows? Link to comment
szurszewski Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 Did I miss the hotel where everyone is staying?!?! Or is it very UN hotel...? The hotel info was posted in white text so only those who are UNable to read it can not find out where it's going to be. However for your benefit I will post it again. If you run your cursor over this text it will display. If you are able to read this, you will know that it's a closely guarded secret and those of us who know are UNable to tell others under penalty of death. OTOH, who knows? Your joke only works for those foolish enough to not use the far superior -and faster!- "dark" option Link to comment
lawnchairboy Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 (edited) UNtip #3: watch out for distracted A$$hats on the scenic drives. they don't care, and they are A$$hats. Distracted A$$hat. some roads are tight! switchbacks Edited September 15, 2017 by lawnchairboy Link to comment
Endobob Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 switchbacks I like it! Link to comment
FlyingFinn Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 switchbacks What time of the year was that? Link to comment
lawnchairboy Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 about 3 days ago Link to comment
BMWGuy Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 (edited) Count me in! Keep me posted. Edited October 4, 2017 by BMWGuy Link to comment
markgoodrich Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Dang, how do I manage this? Hiking in Yosemite until the 21st at the earliest, plan is to fly out there, Suz won't want to drive home by herself so trailering to Yosemite doesn't sound feasible....hmmmm. 1200 miles across TX and the Plains in July...hmmmm. Link to comment
FlyingFinn Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 Dang, how do I manage this? Just fly to UN. I'm sure someone will loan you bike while there.... Link to comment
markgoodrich Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 Dang, how do I manage this? Just fly to UN. I'm sure someone will loan you bike while there.... GREAT IDEA! How about yours? Link to comment
randy Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 this sounds easy Suz fly's to Yosemite you drive to Yosemite Suz fly's home from Yosemite you drive to Un you drive home from Un what am I missing. Link to comment
markgoodrich Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 this sounds easy Suz fly's to Yosemite you drive to Yosemite Suz fly's home from Yosemite you drive to Un you drive home from Un what am I missing. Yeah, I thought about that. 3,000 miles of driving to get to the UN, a day late, then another 1500 miles or so home. I'm about 120 years old. Link to comment
Endobob Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 Yeah, I thought about that. 3,000 miles of driving to get to the UN, a day late, then another 1500 miles or so home. I'm about 120 years old. The drive and being with all of us at the UN will make you feel younger! Link to comment
randy Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 it is you doing all the work, not me, so again were is the issue? :-) :-) Link to comment
Matts_12GS Posted November 9, 2017 Share Posted November 9, 2017 In. Praying to the vacation gods. Me too... Maybe a Clampett Reunion is in order?? Possible... I'm working at it Link to comment
lawnchairboy Posted November 10, 2017 Share Posted November 10, 2017 I'm locked in, got the time. Link to comment
EffBee Posted November 10, 2017 Share Posted November 10, 2017 By Spring I'll be in my new location in Colorado. Ride two hours over to Whipville, help out as needed, then ride to SD. Link to comment
hANNAbONE Posted December 22, 2017 Share Posted December 22, 2017 sIRrRODNEY & I are "IN" Link to comment
john meyer Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 (edited) July 22-27 with RV and GSA - IN! Edited January 7, 2018 by john meyer Link to comment
lawnchairboy Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 Welcome. First beer on me. Link to comment
eddd Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 Welcome. First beer on me. Very generous considering that john meyer only drinks Link to comment
lawnchairboy Posted January 8, 2018 Share Posted January 8, 2018 (edited) I was thinking more PBR, or perhaps some Scottish malt type product.. Edited January 8, 2018 by lawnchairboy Link to comment
Bud Posted January 8, 2018 Share Posted January 8, 2018 Welcome. First beer on me. Very generous considering that john meyer only drinks Nail Ale Link to comment
Daboo Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 Just stumbled on the thread. Hmm...this could be interesting. I'll be coming off a trip to Banff and Jasper with enough time to swing by the house and say hello to my wife...if I'm still married. Oh...our 44th anniversary is the 20th. This requires some thought... Wife and anniversary? Or bonding with my motorcycle? Count me in. What's the plan here for accommodations? Do we bring a tent to pitch in the parking lot at the appropriate watering hole? Or is there only enough space for hammocks? Chris Link to comment
NickInSac Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 Count me in for a free beer! Link to comment
SANTA Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 Just stumbled on the thread. Hmm...this could be interesting. I'll be coming off a trip to Banff and Jasper with enough time to swing by the house and say hello to my wife...if I'm still married. Oh...our 44th anniversary is the 20th. This requires some thought... Wife and anniversary? Or bonding with my motorcycle? Count me in. What's the plan here for accommodations? Do we bring a tent to pitch in the parking lot at the appropriate watering hole? Or is there only enough space for hammocks? Chris Take the Lady out for a nice dinner on the 20th hit the road on the 21st, really hard,, no problem, the nice thing is that even if you don't show up on the first day, everyone will still be there, and there are so many nice roads between your home and the "UN" site. I carry a tent and sleeping bag just in case the possible cabin spot falls through, they have camp site... Link to comment
john meyer Posted January 10, 2018 Share Posted January 10, 2018 Thanks Folks. A Lot of BMWMOA rallies under my belt and really looking forward to hanging out with you guys. Ive been told you're an awesome bunch by a riding buddy DrSwift! And yes I love the brew. My kids a head brewer in Sacto CA (Moksa Brewing Co.) so its in the Family. Link to comment
Bud Posted January 10, 2018 Share Posted January 10, 2018 Plans are shaping up for a trip to the PNW and, since it's along the way, I guess I'm in. Link to comment
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