Richmond Va chatter - Page 1294

JHVA · 12-27-2012, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by jgiacobbe

How much longer is hunting season?

Jan 5th deer season ends.

BrendaP · 12-27-2012, 03:58 PM

2013 Spring Fling at Natural Bridge: out. Schedule conflict. One of these years I'd really like to make that event!

pplassm · 12-27-2012, 05:24 PM

So, OK. I post this every year.

York swap meet, 20 January 2013.

http://www.potomacvintageriders.com/york-swap-meet/

It's amazingly awesome. I go up the day before and get try to mingle in the set up. That's where the real deals are.

If you are not familiar, it is the biggest (non-HD) swap meet in the region. Primary focus is vintage dirt bikes, but lots of street stuff shows up. Cool display bikes, too.

Here's shots from 2011: http://www.flickr.com/photos/2424880...7625891927828/

And 2012: http://www.flickr.com/photos/2424880...7629003508945/

Last year, I picked up a bike from my high school days for pocket change.

toddzacker · 12-27-2012, 06:39 PM

Well we survived the mud road, no one got shot or hurt, very muddy & wet...3 of the water holes splashed over the top of me as I shot thru them...Nicks bike stalled out after 2 of them...I fell over once coming up one of the hills when I got stuck in a rut & had to push the bike under power to get it to move.

Lot of laughs & really getting the hang of this big GS. What a great bike everywhere I take it, twisties, dirt roads, mountain fire roads, mud & sand. I think I'm really going to start pushing this bike!!!

toddzacker · 12-28-2012, 04:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Eddy Alvarez

Over the past few months, a few of you have asked about the GS Trophy Challenge and the type of terrain encountered. Please see link that was graciously shared by Bill Conger...There are A LOT of pictures. There are some really cool pictures of Andrew, some really embarassing pictures on me taking dirt/sand naps and some pictures of cool bikes! Enjoy! The worst/most difficult terrain should be found under day 2 in the woods and all day 3 pictures"
www.bmwmrt.com

Eddie,

Thanks for the link...Damn they took a lot of pics...Looked like a lot of fun and I can't wait for 2014 to try it myself...

goosecreek · 12-28-2012, 05:54 AM

Brenda what is this spring fling you speak of?

VACommuter · 12-28-2012, 06:01 AM

Its a Beemer thing. You wouldn't understand.....

VAC

Eddy Alvarez · 12-28-2012, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by goosecreek

Brenda what is this spring fling you speak of?

ALL BRANDS WELCOME!
http://www.mortonsbmw.com/springfling_2013.html

Last year, Chuck and I led the dual sport ride that most enjoyed very much. Steve Anderson and I discussed the option of doing a more sedate "gravel/graded dirt" ride like Panther Falls road and then a more "challenging" option that could include something like Big Levels, cell tower or Shoe Creek for 2013. Whatever it is, it really can't be too far from the hotel or people will bitch. Also, people going on the more challenging route would need to know up front that there is a strong probability that they WILL drop their bikes a couple of times, but there will be plenty of help to lift it back upright!

Steve, if you are reading this, I am still happy to help in any way posible.

btblueskies · 12-28-2012, 07:01 AM

Is there a ride to eat today.. i would be interested. Also I am game to hit the trails behind martins after so I can check out these new k60 sports :)

burtonrider3889 · 12-28-2012, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by btblueskies

Is there a ride to eat today.. i would be interested. Also I am game to hit the trails behind martins after so I can check out these new k60 sports :)

I'd be happy to come ride with you. I finally got my bike registered at DMV this morning so I am fully legal and ready to go. I have been itching to see what the trails behind Martins are like. I just need to figure out what to wear on a day like today to not be freezing.

higworld · 12-28-2012, 07:18 AM

Don't know about an official RTE, but I'm heading over to Pho So 1 for a steaming bowl of goodness at 11:30. All are welcome to join. (On Horsepen, just a bit down from Broad, behind the Mexican and Chinese joints).

btblueskies · 12-28-2012, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by burtonrider3889

I'd be happy to come ride with you. I finally got my bike registered at DMV this morning so I am fully legal and ready to go. I have been itching to see what the trails behind Martins are like. I just need to figure out what to wear on a day like today to not be freezing.

Awesome. . Would 1p be good to meet behind Martins.. ride down the dirt rode a touch and cross the tracks.. there is a nice meeting spot there.

Not sure on ride to eat yet.. I will check back here at 11:15.

burtonrider3889 · 12-28-2012, 07:31 AM

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Originally Posted by btblueskies

Awesome. . Would 1p be good to meet behind Martins.. ride down the dirt rode a touch and cross the tracks.. there is a nice meeting spot there.

Not sure on ride to eat yet.. I will check back here at 11:15.

I'm going to run to the gym right now. I will be back home by 11:30. I live off Hull Street about 15 minutes away for the Forest Hill Spot. 1 would be fine by me. I can probably swing 12:15-12:30 if you want to meet somewhere nearby there for lunch first. Just post up. I'll check the thread on my phone while I'm out.

SplitLanesLikeMOSES · 12-28-2012, 07:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JHVA

Jan 5th deer season ends.

HalfPlate · 12-28-2012, 07:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eddy Alvarez

ALL BRANDS WELCOME!
http://www.mortonsbmw.com/springfling_2013.html

Last year, Chuck and I led the dual sport ride that most enjoyed very much. Steve Anderson and I discussed the option of doing a more sedate "gravel/graded dirt" ride like Panther Falls road and then a more "challenging" option that could include something like Big Levels, cell tower or Shoe Creek for 2013. Whatever it is, it really can't be too far from the hotel or people will bitch. Also, people going on the more challenging route would need to know up front that there is a strong probability that they WILL drop their bikes a couple of times, but there will be plenty of help to lift it back upright!

Steve, if you are reading this, I am still happy to help in any way posible.

Eddy,

If I can help you guys with this let me know. I am more than happy to ride sweep, set-up routes, preride, train, etc.

12-27-2012, 03:58 PM	#19397
BrendaP Adventurette Joined: Oct 2011 Location: Planet Earth Oddometer: 553	2013 Spring Fling at Natural Bridge: out. Schedule conflict. One of these years I'd really like to make that event! __________________ 2006 BMW F650GS

12-27-2012, 05:24 PM	#19398
pplassm Brace for collision! Joined: Oct 2006 Location: Central VA Oddometer: 2,416	So, OK. I post this every year. York swap meet, 20 January 2013. http://www.potomacvintageriders.com/york-swap-meet/ It's amazingly awesome. I go up the day before and get try to mingle in the set up. That's where the real deals are. If you are not familiar, it is the biggest (non-HD) swap meet in the region. Primary focus is vintage dirt bikes, but lots of street stuff shows up. Cool display bikes, too. Here's shots from 2011: http://www.flickr.com/photos/2424880...7625891927828/ And 2012: http://www.flickr.com/photos/2424880...7629003508945/ Last year, I picked up a bike from my high school days for pocket change. __________________ Pete

12-27-2012, 06:39 PM	#19399
toddzacker NO FILTER Joined: Aug 2012 Location: Williamsburg Oddometer: 475	Well we survived the mud road, no one got shot or hurt, very muddy & wet...3 of the water holes splashed over the top of me as I shot thru them...Nicks bike stalled out after 2 of them...I fell over once coming up one of the hills when I got stuck in a rut & had to push the bike under power to get it to move. Lot of laughs & really getting the hang of this big GS. What a great bike everywhere I take it, twisties, dirt roads, mountain fire roads, mud & sand. I think I'm really going to start pushing this bike!!! __________________ "That is one good tasting pickle", Jersey '12 BMWR1200GS *'06 F650GS* *'00 KLR250* *'06 RMZ250*

12-28-2012, 05:54 AM	#19401
goosecreek just a spoke Joined: May 2010 Location: dreaming of a ride Oddometer: 1,235	Brenda what is this spring fling you speak of? __________________ Man this heated gear is great. tomc407

12-28-2012, 06:01 AM	#19402
VACommuter Studly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Oddometer: 789	Its a Beemer thing. You wouldn't understand..... VAC __________________ 2002 KLR w/ Enduro Sidecar "Dirt Nasty" 2003 KLR "Street Ugly" 2000 BMW K1200LT w/Sidecar "Bavarian Princess"

12-28-2012, 07:01 AM	#19404
btblueskies BTBlueSkies Joined: Oct 2012 Location: Richmond Oddometer: 95	Is there a ride to eat today.. i would be interested. Also I am game to hit the trails behind martins after so I can check out these new k60 sports :)

12-28-2012, 07:18 AM	#19406
higworld Bring Me Meat! Joined: Dec 2010 Location: HIGWORLD.com Oddometer: 656	Don't know about an official RTE, but I'm heading over to Pho So 1 for a steaming bowl of goodness at 11:30. All are welcome to join. (On Horsepen, just a bit down from Broad, behind the Mexican and Chinese joints). __________________ Rick Higgins - '92 Concours (Buzz Box) - '96 BMW R1100GS (Max) "I’m lost. I’ve gone to look for myself. If I should return before I get back, please ask me to wait."

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