It'll be here before we know it.
Date: 9/10-9/13 look ok? LD might want to have it in November? :evil
Location: Mountain Meadow?
Sounds okay to me.
Thanks Hank! :P Labor Day is Monday Sept. 7th. Three days later the rally starts. I don't think it's a problem for me, but wondering if it would be for others.
I would like to go back to Mountain Meadows (Deerfield). A couple of others indicated they would like to go back there too, minus the snow. I like the campground and easy access to trails. I talked to Mnt. Meadows this past weekend when I was up there. The new managers were pretty excited about the possibility of us having the rally there. They also said it's pretty much open as far as reservations go.
Mnt Meadows location allows for riders that want to try to make the Custer Loop, a possibility. There's other caves that Jim and I found this past weekend. Plus, we also found three caves right on the Custer Loop. We also wandered around around the Hell's Canyon area which is really nice.
That's my two cents worth.
I like Mnt Meadows real well too.
I imagine that date could be a problem.. but we can adjust if a few people chime in. I'm game for then or a week later.
I'll bring a snowmobile just in case. 8) I'll start a poll.
Either way works for me.
My vote is for Sept 17. I have a new grandkid coming in early Sept. Grandma will make my life interesting if I miss it
Either date works for us.
NDave how did the welcoming committee like the camper remodel?
Well I went for the sympathy plan and limped around on my sore leg. I first reminded my dear sweet wife that the terrible injury happened before leaving for the rally. A little vacuuming dusting and dishwashing later Iwas home free.
Always have wanted to come out in September, I bet it's beautiful out there. Unfortunately, that time of the year I have old intern's leaving, and new interns starting with the beginning of the new school year. While you guys are having fun I'll be up to my elbows in excited but nervous doc students (think golden lab puppies) who are eager to please but don't have a clue what to do (and they hate discovering after all of their studying and jumping through hoops, they are clueless when they first start working with real patients).
Cheers
Last few rallies Lonesome Dave sorta gets stuck leading all the group rides. If occurs to me that maybe he doesn't want to do that, or at least doesn't want to be the default group ride leader! By the way, thanks a ton for doing that for everyone!
I'd be more than happy to take a group out too, but my problem is I don't live there and I don't know my way around all that well, so I'm thinking I'd like to get out there for a pre-rally weekend with whoever is interested to map some routes and split up the responsibility.
Does that make any sense, or is anyone interested?
The only thing I'd add is that is I really don't want to spend a whole lot of time riding gravel roads. I only get out there a few times a year and would like to stick to offroad riding, whether its single track or dual use stuff. I can ride gravel roads at home :)
So anyway I'm more than happy to take a group out if there is a group that would like to follow me, and I have the option to put together a loop in advance (with some help from the locals).
Duffer and I took a small group through Camp 5 during the spring rally and we had a good time, but I also realize that type of riding isn't everyone's cup of tea.
not so good on the mapping stuff, I'm lost most of the time, but I would take a small group for some single track if anyone is interested.
this type of stuff: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGkb-Nu49sM
My little brother by the way Hank.
Those are some good trails what is the # of these trails.
Quote from: Hank on July 09, 2015, 10:09:33 AM
Last few rallies Lonesome Dave sorta gets stuck leading all the group rides. If occurs to me that maybe he doesn't want to do that, or at least doesn't want to be the default group ride leader! By the way, thanks a ton for doing that for everyone!
I'd be more than happy to take a group out too, but my problem is I don't live there and I don't know my way around all that well, so I'm thinking I'd like to get out there for a pre-rally weekend with whoever is interested to map some routes and split up the responsibility.
Does that make any sense, or is anyone interested?
The only thing I'd add is that is I really don't want to spend a whole lot of time riding gravel roads. I only get out there a few times a year and would like to stick to offroad riding, whether its single track or dual use stuff. I can ride gravel roads at home :)
So anyway I'm more than happy to take a group out if there is a group that would like to follow me, and I have the option to put together a loop in advance (with some help from the locals).
Duffer and I took a small group through Camp 5 during the spring rally and we had a good time, but I also realize that type of riding isn't everyone's cup of tea.
My two cents: I actually think LD likes leading, but the group was huge, and I know he tried to appease a lot of different types and skill level of riders. I also know he was absolutely exhausted at the end of it. I went with his group on Friday, because he knows lots of cool places to see, and a million different ways of getting there. Thanks Dave!
Just an observation: Many folks come with groups/friends and seem to be fine going off in there own small groups, meeting up at camp and socializing at the end of the day. Others come, and are looking for like minded riders to ride with at the rally, and generally tag along in the large group whether it is a good fit or not, usually not knowing exactly what they are getting into. I believe it is a matter of better communication amongst the rally goers as to what type of trails (single track, double track, gravel roads etc.), traveling speed (scenic cruise, wide open and in between), use of highways, length of ride etc... (could be very simple or complicated) by sharing what you want to do, beforehand, may assist getting the like minded riders together, or at least pointed in the right direction. Obviously, not everyone needs help with this.
I personally don't want to do single track all day, nor do I want to gravel roads all day either (I am better with a little bit of everything). I prefer smaller groups to larger ones. I can lead and be lead. I will help new riders when I can, and enjoy riding with, watching and learning from veteran riders (and I picked up a lot at this last rally riding with Ryani and his friends).
I certainly don't think riders came and did not have a good time, at least I didn't hear or see that. I know that I had a blast.
Maybe it is just a matter of more people stepping up to the plate, telling what kind of riding they intend on getting into beforehand, and letting those that want to go that direction, tag along?
I don't know what the head count was this last rally, but it seemed larger to me than the previous 3 I have been to. Maybe it is time to just get a tad bit more organized?
Being local, I don't mind helping when I can, but I also get the feeling that some in the group take pride in the fact that the group is somewhat higgledy-piggledy.
Hank if you come out to explore some trails around Deerfield let me know I would enjoy riding there some more to learn my way around that area. I have been trying to get over that way and explore but seems I have to take pavement all the way there to do this . Wish they would open some of my routes to get there. The June rally was a good time really enjoyed it.
It was a really good turn out. I know a few years ago I counted over 60 bikes, which was really big. Didn't get a count this year, but I bet this was our second biggest turn out.
I'm up for whatever. I'd actually really like to come out for a scouting weekend and layout some tracks (it's really just an excuse to ride another weekend), but I'd want to do it with somebody or I might get lost and have to eat my own leg.
Woody that sounds great. Lets see what we can line up. The next few weekends are pretty busy for me, but the very end of July or early August might work. Have the torrential rains stopped yet?
I have been in Wheatland Wyo. and a special week down in the concrete jungle Denver for the last two weeks but it seems like at least once a week it hits us again. Wish it would dry up for a month anyway.
Hank let me know if and when you're coming out.
I want to, but don't know when it will be yet.
Sent from the Altair 8800 I carry around.
hank, have a couple of spare legs, if you need one let me know
Lol! It took me a couple minutes to figure that out.
Sent from the Altair 8800 I carry around.
We're going to come out next week, get there late Thur (13th), leave sometime Monday. Staying at the high country guest ranch, which is near Deerfield.
Anybody want to do some scouting one day? Or drink some beer one night? Or both?
I'm up for either, or both :)
Sounds good!
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I will be up for some scouting for sure.
I'm in 8) I have a wedding I need to work around. I'm sure I can ride, not so sure about the beer.
I was thinking about riding the new Tenere out that weekend. Sounds like it may be a plan. Sounds like fun.
I'm in with a definite maybe.
Hank & GB, are you still coming out this weekend?
Yeah we'll roll in thursday night. Ride sat?
Yes, I figured Sat.......
Hank give me a call when you can.
I'm hoping to get out of town Friday afternoon and probably stay in Lead with Joel Friday night and ride out to the High country Ranch Sat morning.
Here's a 90-mile Deerfield loop, not much gravel. I think we rode part of this at one of the rallies a few years ago.
There's a lot of doubletrack in the Jasper burn area that I don't think we've ever ridden at the rallies, might be worth exploring that area for ideas.
I would love to ride with you guys, but my weekend is pretty booked. let me know where you are headed and I may try to catch up Saturday afternoon?
Quote from: Fletch on August 13, 2015, 02:12:50 PM
I would love to ride with you guys, but my weekend is pretty booked. let me know where you are headed and I may try to catch up Saturday afternoon?
Maybe we'll have a late lunch at Mt. Meadows? Lonesome Dave is making the plan... if he doesn't get sidetracked buying more bikes on craigslist.
The plan.............how about this.............Jim and I are going to meet at the Slate Creek cafe at 0800 hours for breakfast and leave from there. Hank, will that work for you? We'll probably head up towards Bear Mountain and then into Jasper area towards Hell Canyon. Or, not!
I just saw how HOT its going to be on Saturday, 95 degrees. Custer weather says 89 degrees. Anybody rather go on Sunday???? I'm in either way.
I can make it Saturday or Sunday I think. I just need to spoon on some new shoes tonight!
Just got an pm from GB, he's planning on tomorrow and I'm not sure if he can go Sunday or not. And, he's sleeping now. Also, not sure if Woody can go on Sunday either. Probably best to just leave it alone and plan on Saturday. I just confirmed with Hank, meeting at the Slate Creek Cafe in Hill City at 0800 hours. The cafe is located at the corner where you enter town, Main st and Deerfield road.
I will be at the restaurant at 8 Possibly + 1 more rider.
Well it was a good scouting ride. Dave, Stan, Rob, Dan, Joel, Eric, Jason, and myself in attendance.
Lonesome Dave will have a full report shortly I'm sure, with all the new exciting trails we found and rode. He only showed us one new cave but promised to find 5 more new caves before the rally. Don't know how the guy does it.
We can add two more to the list of DDSR big bikes that made it up Bear Mountain. Dan on his new S10 and Joel on his Triumph Scrambler.
Once we got to the power line trail, Rob's throttle on his 690 stuck in the full open position. At least, that's the only reason I can think of why he would be riding so fast. Poor guy must've been scared sh*tless. But to his credit he did not hit the kill switch until we got to some shady trees. ;)
Was good to see you guys again.
Got the Scrambler back to Lead without issue.
I want to thank everyone for the help fixing my bike. I had a blast up until that darn rut! See ya in a month!
Quote from: Bogus Jim on August 15, 2015, 08:54:17 PM
Once we got to the power line trail, Rob's throttle on his 690 stuck in the full open position. At least, that's the only reason I can think of why he would be riding so fast. Poor guy must've been scared sh*tless. But to his credit he did not hit the kill switch until we got to some shady trees. ;)
Was good to see you guys again.
Now that is really funny :)
I had a blast. Thanks for coming out all. Glad the vicegrips stayed in place all the way to Lead Joel! Hope you're not too sore.
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Quote from: Bogus Jim on August 15, 2015, 08:54:17 PM
Once we got to the power line trail, Rob's throttle on his 690 stuck in the full open position. At least, that's the only reason I can think of why he would be riding so fast. Poor guy must've been scared sh*tless. But to his credit he did not hit the kill switch until we got to some shady trees. ;)
I knew you were behind me and I didn't want to slow you down and make you mad, so I closed my eyes and twisted the throttle............... :P
It was a fun day. Went to some new places, and saw some new trails. A very successful scouting trip ;) The watch word for the day was "shade" !!!
Ill try to post some pics in the next day or so to supplement Lonesome Dave's RR and scouting report that I am sure will soon be coming ::)
Well here's my long awaited ride report.
We went, we rode, we crashed, we broke things, we sweated, and WE Conquered. :o
And, we will return.
See Robmicgrn's photos for more details.
I've got some pics of our sweet trail side repairs.
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First stop (after breakfast of course) Bear Mountain Lookout.
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The crash site
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Looking for cordless drills, drill bits, a bench vise, spare bolts and an easy out. Unbelievable! Nobody had this stuff. We were totally unprepared for this adventure. Regardless, Joel made it out and home safely ???.
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There is a trail out here somewhere............
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Left or right, that is the question :-\
It was a good day!
sorry I missed you guys. I didn't get out of town until 1:00, but did manage a 90 mile loop. Hoped I might run into you, but saw nothing but atv's (none of them had seen any bikes either). hopefully next time. I did discover 296? is a nice smooth (aka fast) road :)
With the mechanical wire (thank you Stan) and the vise grips (thank you Eric), it might be a redneck fix, but it worked to get home. But it isn't anything that can't be fixed! Till next time! :D
I almost forgot, thank you Hank for the emergency treigh on my bike trying to put it back together. All we needed was a welder! Have to pack one next trip! :D
Quote from: poleburner on August 19, 2015, 11:28:42 PM
I almost forgot, thank you Hank for the emergency treigh on my bike trying to put it back together. All we needed was a welder! Have to pack one next trip! :D
I'm sorta surprised Jim didn't have one.
Fletch, I think we passed you, Joel and I, just outside of Hill City on our way back to Lead after the crash. It was an 1190 at any rate.
Your welcome Joel for the wire I already re stocked my tool bag and added a small hammer and a vice grip.
so i know the rally is coming up in a couple weeks, anybody have any interest in doing the SDTAT that same weekend?
Mitch, are yyou talking on the way out to the rally or concurrent with the rally?
concurrent, i'm still debating on what i want to do. i'm only going to get friday sat and sunday off due to conflicting schedules with wife(nightshift) and daycare. so that means i can't leave thursday like i wanted to unless i can find somewhere for my daughter to stay thursday night while my wife is at work. Anyhow that being said i am trying to maximize my riding fun (not interstate for 5 hrs each way) for my 3 days that i will have off. like i said, still not sure what i'm going to do yet.
Quote from: mitchn06 on September 04, 2015, 09:46:25 AM
concurrent, i'm still debating on what i want to do. i'm only going to get friday sat and sunday off due to conflicting schedules with wife(nightshift) and daycare. so that means i can't leave thursday like i wanted to unless i can find somewhere for my daughter to stay thursday night while my wife is at work. Anyhow that being said i am trying to maximize my riding fun (not interstate for 5 hrs each way) for my 3 days that i will have off. like i said, still not sure what i'm going to do yet.
mitchn06
I believe I will be running the TSDAT the following week after, if you are interested PM or TXT me.
looks like ill be making it anyhow, my loving wife switched her schedule around for me!! :)
Be sure and tell her all of your riding buddies think she's the greatest wife, EVER! :)
Hi Guys!
For those considering riding the TSDAT I've got a new alternate between Kennebec & Midland....it's really nice!
I've got the current version posted on ADV Rider.
Here is the link to them http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/tsdat-gpx.1077540/ (http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/tsdat-gpx.1077540/)
Y'all have fun at the Rally...Hope to see ya next year.
Quote from: sleddog on September 10, 2015, 02:25:05 PM
Hi Guys!
For those considering riding the TSDAT I've got a new alternate between Kennebec & Midland....it's really nice!
I've got the current version posted on ADV Rider.
Here is the link to them http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/tsdat-gpx.1077540/ (http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/tsdat-gpx.1077540/)
Y'all have fun at the Rally...Hope to see ya next year.
Hey sleddog, thanks for the additional tracks. I plan on riding the northern part on Saturday to wherever I make it, then back east. Hope you are all healed up!!
Checkout the post on ADV again. I made an update for a road closed due to a washout on the 3A track.
Also the road west, BIA 2, from the Bigfoot highway is being paved.
Quote from: sleddog on September 16, 2015, 12:51:24 PM
Also the road west, BIA 2, from the Bigfoot highway is being paved.
It's being paved with $8.7 million of your federal tax dollars. ??? But it's going to spur tourism and economic development so well worth it.
http://www.ostdot.org/tiger_v_grant_application/project_narrative.pdf (http://www.ostdot.org/tiger_v_grant_application/project_narrative.pdf)
I hope to get out one of these fall weekends and try the new route from Kennebec to Midland.