Dakota Dual Sport Riders

Past Rallies => June 21-23 2012 => Topic started by: The Yeti on March 26, 2012, 10:52:59 AM

Title: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on March 26, 2012, 10:52:59 AM
Time to get rolling!

The 2012 Dakota Dual Sport Riders summer rally will once again be held in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota!  Camping will be at the Fish 'n Fry campground just south of Deadwood, SD: http://www.fishnfry.com/

Location is here:
(http://www.fishnfry.com/images/areamap.jpg)

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(http://www.fishnfry.com/images/map1.jpg)

We will be staying on the Hillside Loop once again.

Copy and paste the below form in your reply to sign up:

NAME/INTERNET HANDLE:
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:
DATE ARRIVING:
DATE LEAVING:
TENT OR RV:
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS:

Dates are June 21, 22, 23 & 24, 2012.  You can arrive anytime after noon on Thursday, June 21, departing on Sunday, June 24. Weather should be dry and warm - avg high 78, avg low 52.  BUT, this is South Dakota...if you don't like the weather, just wait a minute.  ;-)  Be aware that there is very spotty cell phone coverage at the campground (can be a good thing), but if you ride to the top of the hill (2 minutes away) most will get a good signal.

Entry Fee: FREE!
Camping: Tents - $7 per person/night, RVs/Campers - $20 per night.  You will pay the campground when you arrive, no pre-payment required. I will reserve all tent and RV sites from entries on this sign-up thread. FnF have cabins available as well, but you will need to reserve those yourself by calling Gary or Michelle. Make sure you tell them you are with DDSR to get the special discount!

We will have enough room for plenty of tents.  RV sites near the tent sites are at a premium and need to be reserved as far in advance as possible, although there will be plenty of RV spots available away from "ground zero".

The rally is open to any and all skill levels of riders with any motorcycle that is street legal in SD (doesn't take much: headlight, taillight & license plate is about it).  All attempts will be made to keep the amount of pavement on our rides to a minimum, but it is a necessary evil in the Black Hills to get from one trail to another sometimes.

Rides can range from gravel/easy fire roads to rocks to single track to really gnarly rocks & single track, hillclimbs, etc.  There will be something for everybody!

The Fish 'n Fry campground (FnF) has full showers (coin operated, bring a couple of quarters if you don't want to smell like a dirty biker!), real bathrooms (with sinks & mirrors!), a general store (with beer), a small restaurant (with beer on tap!) and a grill and shelter we can use if it rains. 24hr gas station/convenience store right across the street, and Deadwood is only 10 minutes away. There are picnic tables, but if you want a guaranteed seat by the fire you better bring your own.

Electricity is available to charge cell phones, iPods, etc., however it is outside, so use at your own risk!

Firewood from outside the campground is not permitted (sometimes an exception is made for us DDSR folks, though). The FnF has bundles of wood for around $4, I think.

Limited food will be provided, but plan on fending for yourself during the day.
- One night will be chili & nachos (courtesy of Mr. & Mrs. Yeti)
- More to come, I'm sure!


Cars, trucks & bike trailers will have room to park, but could be a ways away from your campsite.


DISCLAIMER:
Anyone attending this event, does so at their own risk. The Yeti, any other DDSR member, the FnF campground or ANYONE BESIDES YOU will not be held responsible for injury to yourself, your bike or gear! Now, let's get out and RIDE THE HILLS!!  P.S. No helicopters allowed!  :-)

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FISHING: Fishing is allowed along the creek running into and out of their little stock pond at FnF, and a fishing license is not required.

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PERMITS: Don't forget, permits are now required to ride off-road (on trails designated 'TR' on the new MVU Map) in the Black Hills National Forest. Click the link about halfway down this page on the right-hand side (Application: Annual Motorized Trail Permit):

http://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsinternet/!ut/p/c4/04_SB8K8xLLM9MSSzPy8xBz9CP0os3gjAwhwtDDw9_AI8zPyhQoY6BdkOyoCAGixyPg!/?ss=110203&navtype=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&cid=STELPRDB5203036&navid=360000000000000&position=Feature*&ttype=detail&pname=Black%20Hills%20National%20Forest-%20Maps%20&%20Publications (http://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsinternet/!ut/p/c4/04_SB8K8xLLM9MSSzPy8xBz9CP0os3gjAwhwtDDw9_AI8zPyhQoY6BdkOyoCAGixyPg!/?ss=110203&navtype=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&cid=STELPRDB5203036&navid=360000000000000&position=Feature*&ttype=detail&pname=Black%20Hills%20National%20Forest-%20Maps%20&%20Publications)

Title: "IN" LIST
Post by: The Yeti on March 26, 2012, 10:53:58 AM
"IN" LIST

NAME - NIGHTS - TENT/RV/CABIN
The Yeti (+1) - 22,23 - RV
greatbuffalo (+2) - 21,22,23 - cabin
Sportfaller - 21,22,23 - tent
Toadl (+4) - 21,22,23 - RV rental from FnF
JoniJo (+1) - 21,22,23 - cabin
Hank (+1) - 21,22,23 - tent
Robmicgrn (+4) - 21,22,23 - RV
torgo - 21,22,23 - just ridin'
Dr Psyko (+2) - ?? - ??
Osnabrock - 21,22,23 - Absolutely Huge tent
Old man (+5) - 21,22 - cabin & tents & pop-up
scottbiker89 (+1) - 22,23 - tent
gerry1eye (+1) - 21,22,23 - RV
Wacked (+2) - 21,22,23 - RV
hipster - 21,22,23 - tent
fringefan - whatever...with a tent
DrDon - just riding
Tannerc (+1) - 22,23 - tent
Loingrader (+3) - 22,23 - tents
BogusJim - Just riding
sandekr1 (+1) - 21,??,?? - cabin
Pegleg - 22,23 - tent
Hayduke.klr07 - 21,22 - tent
ZIGGY (+1) - 22,23 - tent
Boydracing (+2) - 21,22 - RV already reserved
The Griz - 21,22,23 - tent
Douglas911 - 21,22,23 - RV
snooker - 21,22,23 - tent
sprout (+2) - ???? - ????

TOTAL = 64
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on March 26, 2012, 10:58:36 AM
Cross posted on ADVRider:

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?p=18306652#post18306652

Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: greatbuffalo on March 26, 2012, 04:30:22 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Greatbuffalo
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 2
DATE ARRIVING: 21st
DATE LEAVING: 24th
TENT OR RV: Tent
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS: 1
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Sportfaller on March 26, 2012, 05:47:18 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Sportfaller, AKA Josh
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:  Uno
DATE ARRIVING: Thurs night, the 21st
DATE LEAVING:  Sunday, the 24th
TENT OR RV: Tent
NUMBER OF TENTS: 1

I may **GASP**  trailer my bike up, so I can camp in luxury.  That way I can bring a truckload of firewood again, as long as someone brings my maul that I left there like 3 years ago....
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: toadl on March 26, 2012, 05:59:51 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Toadl
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:  5 (1 AND 1/2 RIDERS)
DATE ARRIVING: Thurs night, the 21st
DATE LEAVING:  Sunday, the 24th
TENT OR RV: Renting an RV from FishN'FRy

MY HALF RIDER WILL BE ON THIS:
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Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: JoniJo on March 27, 2012, 04:46:06 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: JoniJo
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 2 (1 rider)
DATE ARRIVING: 21st
DATE LEAVING: 24th
TENT OR RV: Cabin
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS:

Count me in!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!   JoniJo   ;)
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Hank on March 27, 2012, 08:03:28 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Jason / Hank
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 2
DATE ARRIVING: 21st
DATE LEAVING: 24th
TENT

Cara and I will trailer out Thursday.  We'll be bringing the XT225, the DRZ and probably the ZX-14R on a trailer.   We'll likely spend part of each day burning up canyons and do some light trail riding (I have a rookie with me!) for the rest.   Can't wait!

Edit:  All the RVs and cabins w/ bathrooms are already booked!  We'll be tenting.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Robmicgrn on March 28, 2012, 05:44:15 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Robert/Robmicgrn
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 4-5 (1 rider)
DATE ARRIVING: Thursday 6-21
DATE LEAVING: Sunday 6-23
TENT OR RV: RV
SIZE OF RV: 30' work and play trailer

Looking forward to it. The first officially planned trip for the year..............
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: toadl on April 03, 2012, 06:10:15 PM
Quote from: Hank on March 27, 2012, 08:03:28 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Jason / Hank
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 2
DATE ARRIVING: 21st
DATE LEAVING: 24th
TENT

Cara and I will trailer out Thursday.  We'll be bringing the XT225, the DRZ and probably the ZX-14R on a trailer.   We'll likely spend part of each day burning up canyons and do some light trail riding (I have a rookie with me!) for the rest.   Can't wait!

Edit:  All the RVs and cabins w/ bathrooms are already booked!  We'll be tenting.

I guess there is a womens kniitting group or something going to be at the FishN'Fry the same time we will be there.
Hank, I hope Cara can be a good influence on my wife, Diana, and teach her the joy of learning to ride.  Also, my oldest daughter thinks motorcycles are for boys.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: toadl on April 03, 2012, 06:14:17 PM
Quote from: Robmicgrn on March 28, 2012, 05:44:15 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Robert/Robmicgrn
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 4-5 (1 rider)
DATE ARRIVING: Thursday 6-21
DATE LEAVING: Sunday 6-23
TENT OR RV: RV
SIZE OF RV: 30' work and play trailer

Looking forward to it. The first officially planned trip for the year..............
I was wondering with 4-5 in your party and only one rider, if you were going to bring children?  My kids are 2,4, and 6.  I know I'm going to have a little pressure not to be gone all day.  That's why my mother n' law >:( is probably coming.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Robmicgrn on April 04, 2012, 07:41:47 AM
Quote from: toadl on April 03, 2012, 06:14:17 PM
Quote from: Robmicgrn on March 28, 2012, 05:44:15 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Robert/Robmicgrn
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 4-5 (1 rider)
DATE ARRIVING: Thursday 6-21
DATE LEAVING: Sunday 6-23
TENT OR RV: RV
SIZE OF RV: 30' work and play trailer


I was wondering with 4-5 in your party and only one rider, if you were going to bring children?  My kids are 2,4, and 6.  I know I'm going to have a little pressure not to be gone all day.  That's why my mother n' law >:( is probably coming.

Wife, two daughters 8 & 9 and a 20 y/o son (all non riders) may come up Thursday, Friday or Saturday. Not sure yet what the summer schedule is going to be for the girls. Between the pool, the creek and a couple of RZR's, I hope they should be self contained while I am gone during the day. The wife knows I signed us up so I could go ride, but we will see how it goes. I hear you on the pressure not to be gone all day with family back at the camp.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: torgo on April 05, 2012, 05:11:31 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Travis/torgo
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 1 rider
DATE ARRIVING: Thursday 6-21
DATE LEAVING: Sunday 6-24
TENT OR RV: Staying at my Sisters house 15 min away

I plan on bringing my plated KDX200 and my Plated XR500R.

Driving -  hauling bikes in pickup to the hills.
;D
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on April 05, 2012, 09:50:01 PM
I had to revise our dates - Mrs. Yeti and myself won't be able to make it up there until Friday afternoon. We're considering bringing the 1200GS instead of the WR250R and riding mostly 2-up, mostly flat/old-man/easy trails.  8)  We can lead around the 'big bike/no rocks/no hill climbs' group!  ;D
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: greatbuffalo on April 05, 2012, 10:30:34 PM
I'm gonna edit mine too. I will be bringing Mrs Buffalo, aka, Xtarrablance driver, as well and will secure a room or cabin.

So that makes 3, 2 riders, 1 nonrider.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Dr Psyko on April 06, 2012, 02:23:56 PM
Planning for Jake and myself, havn't talked to my brother Todd yet who was with us last year.

I'm about to have surgery on my left wrist though, and will need every day prior to leaving to be able to make the ride. I broke the ulna when I was a kid, and it healed in a sketchy way, and two years ago I tore several ligaments in that wrist, I was in a cast for eight weeks.  Unfortunately I fell on an icy patch in our parking lot here at work last month, and managed to re-tear the ligaments, and displace the ulna.  We were able to avoid surgery the last time, but it looks like I'm heading that way now.  The doctors are talking about kind of a fun surgery where they will harvest a tendon from my arm, and attempt to "weave" my wrist back together.  If all goes well I should be out of casts and beginning rehab first part of June. Fingers crossed!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Osnabrock on April 10, 2012, 10:37:37 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE:Osnabrock
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:1
DATE ARRIVING:Thursday, late
DATE LEAVING:Sunday?
TENT OR RV:Tent
SIZE OF TENT:Absolutely Huge
NUMBER OF TENTS:1
I've got the dates marked off on my schedule. 
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Old man on April 10, 2012, 11:54:51 PM

    Old man
    wed  thur  fri nites
    no clue if any others might haul with me
    I will prob call Gary  and get a cabin
    might see if I can find a bed in Custer wed nite
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: toadl on April 24, 2012, 08:08:25 PM
I'm working on a set of super motard tires for my bike that I can use for commuting everyday.  So, I'm finally going to be able to get  a much more aggressive dual sport tire.  A set I don't have to worry about using on the street too much.  I know this is a can of worms, but I'm debating if Pirelli XCMH tires or Kenda K760's would be good for the single track in the Black Hills.  I know there's a million threads on this.  I'm just asking here because  I don't know if its just going to be rocky and hard pack or is there going to be a lot of deep sand.  In the video's it doesn't look like mud is much of a concern.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Sportfaller on April 24, 2012, 08:20:22 PM
Don't worry, there isn't any sand, and we all hope there won't be much mud. You can plan on hard pack and plenty-o-rocks.  I bet a trials type rear and an aggressive front would be pretty trick.

Sent from my smarter-than-I-am phone using tapatalk 2
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: grubbie on April 30, 2012, 08:28:48 PM
Just found out about some "mandatory" meetings in Colo. Springs that weekend. Have fun, stay safe, hopefully see you in the fall... :'(
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: scottbiker89 on May 06, 2012, 06:20:24 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE:Scott/ Scottbiker89
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:Possibly 2
DATE ARRIVING:Friday night
DATE LEAVING:Sunday
TENT OR RV:tent
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS:1

Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Klay on May 10, 2012, 05:02:00 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE:  Klay/Klay
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:One, maybe two.
DATE ARRIVING:Late Thursday night, the 21st.
DATE LEAVING:Sunday morning the 24th
TENT OR RV:Tent or sleep in the back of pickup
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS: :dunno

Do I need to call the campground to make a reservation?
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 10, 2012, 10:57:21 PM
Klay,
First off welcome to the forum. Second, head over to the member introduction area and tell us about yourself.

third, No! you do not need to call for reservations if you are tenting or rV'ing, only if you are staying cabin or room.

Looking forward to meeting you.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: gerry1eye on May 11, 2012, 01:26:57 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Gerry (gerry1eye) and son David
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 2
DATE ARRIVING: Thursday, June 21
DATE LEAVING: Sunday, June 24
TENT OR RV: RV
SIZE OF RV: 24'
NUMBER OF TENTS:

Sooooo looking forward to another great rally.
Let me know what night you want the North Dakotan's to cook pulled pork!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 12, 2012, 01:24:49 AM
Quote from: gerry1eye on May 11, 2012, 01:26:57 PM
Let me know what night you want the North Dakotan's to cook pulled pork!

Rock on!!!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: AncientMariner on May 12, 2012, 01:37:33 PM
Quote from: The Yeti on April 05, 2012, 09:50:01 PM
I had to revise our dates - Mrs. Yeti and myself won't be able to make it up there until Friday afternoon. We're considering bringing the 1200GS instead of the WR250R and riding mostly 2-up, mostly flat/old-man/easy trails.  8)  We can lead around the 'big bike/no rocks/no hill climbs' group!  ;D

Yeti, if you and Mrs. Yeti are still doing the 1200GS starting Friday, I might try to convince my girlfriend to join me (and you guys) on the Weestrom.  It will be fun to introduce her to what real motorcyclists (as opposed to bikers) are like.  If not, I'll probably tow the WR426 and Super Sherpa up again.  Thanks for the link to get the trail permits.

NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: John/AncientMariner
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 2
DATE ARRIVING: 6/22
DATE LEAVING: 6/23
TENT OR RV: tent
SIZE OF RV: n/a
NUMBER OF TENTS: 1
*or*
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: John/AncientMariner
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 1
DATE ARRIVING: 6/21
DATE LEAVING: 6/23
TENT OR RV: tent
SIZE OF RV: Subaru Forester + bike trailer
NUMBER OF TENTS: 1

Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: AncientMariner on May 12, 2012, 03:43:25 PM
My son Marcus is a maybe.  It depends on whether or not he can get a substitute at work.

NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Marcus/AncientMariner's son
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 1
DATE ARRIVING: 6/21
DATE LEAVING: 6/23
TENT OR RV: tent
SIZE OF RV: Subaru Forester + bike trailer
NUMBER OF TENTS: 1

Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Wacked on May 14, 2012, 09:06:47 AM

NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Wacked
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 2-3
DATE ARRIVING: 21st
DATE LEAVING: 24th
TENT OR RV: RV
SIZE OF RV: Car + 8'
NUMBER OF TENTS:

Oh yea, I'm looking forward to it!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on May 14, 2012, 10:09:05 PM
Quote from: AncientMariner on May 12, 2012, 01:37:33 PM
Quote from: The Yeti on April 05, 2012, 09:50:01 PM
I had to revise our dates - Mrs. Yeti and myself won't be able to make it up there until Friday afternoon. We're considering bringing the 1200GS instead of the WR250R and riding mostly 2-up, mostly flat/old-man/easy trails.  8)  We can lead around the 'big bike/no rocks/no hill climbs' group!  ;D

Yeti, if you and Mrs. Yeti are still doing the 1200GS starting Friday, I might try to convince my girlfriend to join me (and you guys) on the Weestrom.  It will be fun to introduce her to what real motorcyclists (as opposed to bikers) are like.  If not, I'll probably tow the WR426 and Super Sherpa up again.  Thanks for the link to get the trail permits.

NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: John/AncientMariner
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 2
DATE ARRIVING: 6/22
DATE LEAVING: 6/23
TENT OR RV: tent
SIZE OF RV: n/a
NUMBER OF TENTS: 1
*or*
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: John/AncientMariner
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 1
DATE ARRIVING: 6/21
DATE LEAVING: 6/23
TENT OR RV: tent
SIZE OF RV: Subaru Forester + bike trailer
NUMBER OF TENTS: 1

Hey John - yeah, the Mrs & I are still considering taking the GS. Having another couple to ride around with 2-up would probably seal the deal. :)
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on May 14, 2012, 10:10:11 PM
Lotsa activity here the last few days! We're up to 37 (give-or-take) attendees!! This could be the biggest rally yet.  :cheers
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 15, 2012, 03:38:57 AM
Yeti, I think me and my wife might be up for 2 up ride too. Ours may be fairly short d/t my wife's bad knees. Hopefully it will be a day where they're feeling good.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: AncientMariner on May 22, 2012, 08:14:57 PM
Quote from: The Yeti on May 14, 2012, 10:09:05 PM
Hey John - yeah, the Mrs & I are still considering taking the GS. Having another couple to ride around with 2-up would probably seal the deal. :)

That's great.  After some consideration, I've changed my mind and will be there from the 21st.  Why cut it short when I don't need to?  I had Sasha with me on Nemo road the other day on the Weestrom.  She likes it.  I'm tickled.  We'll find someplace to ride and I'm looking forward to the good company on the 22nd.  I don't know yet whether Marcus has found a body to cover his job.  If he does, that's a second tent and probably an extra bike (the Super Sherpa) if I decide to go get dirty after Sasha is tired of riding pillion.  No sane person would ride the WR426 to FnF from Nebraska, so might as well have two bikes on the trailer instead of one.  I'm getting pumped up.
John
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Klay on May 23, 2012, 01:19:25 AM
I got called up for jury duty.  :facepalm


I'm trying to get them to reschedule it. 
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 23, 2012, 01:54:55 AM
That's a bummer. Whens the jury selection? If it's before the rally, just tell them during the questioning that you think the person is already guilty and there is no way you can have a biased opinion in the case. I do believe if you have vacation plans in place for that week and reservations made, it can be excused.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Klay on May 23, 2012, 03:14:57 AM
That's my thought, I'm working on that.  I don't mind serving, but the short notice is a bit disruptive.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: hipster on May 23, 2012, 06:40:14 AM
I'm in again this year.

NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Hipster
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 1
DATE ARRIVING: Thursday 21st
DATE LEAVING: Sunday 24th
TENT OR RV: Tent
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS: 1

See you guys in a few weeks,
Tom
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Bogus Jim on May 23, 2012, 09:16:01 PM
Lots of talk about 2-up riding this year, here's a video to get you in the mood.



FYI, the singletrack in BHNF has some very romantic views... big bike friendly (if you bring a chainsaw).
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: fringefan on May 25, 2012, 11:15:42 AM
Fringefan
Arrives when I get there and leaves when I feel like. Most likely thur or Fri and leave on Sun.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 25, 2012, 03:24:20 PM
Quote from: BogusJim on May 23, 2012, 09:16:01 PM
Lots of talk about 2-up riding this year, here's a video to get you in the mood.

FYI, the singletrack in BHNF has some very romantic views... big bike friendly (if you bring a chainsaw).

Now thats funny!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: drdon on May 28, 2012, 11:36:07 AM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE:DrDon
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:1
DATE ARRIVING:I am always here!
DATE LEAVING: ----
TENT OR RV:no
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS:
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: tannerc on May 28, 2012, 09:58:05 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Tannerc
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 2
DATE ARRIVING: Late Friday eve
DATE LEAVING: Sunday? We will be out in the hills for a week. :evil
TENT OR RV: Tent
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS: 1

Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: toadl on May 28, 2012, 10:49:27 PM
Quote from: tannerc on May 28, 2012, 09:58:05 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Tannerc
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 2
DATE ARRIVING: Late Friday eve
DATE LEAVING: Sunday? We will be out in the hills for a week. :evil
TENT OR RV: Tent
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS: 1

Oh, I think I know this guy. :)  and is the sidekick coming with also.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: tannerc on May 29, 2012, 12:28:32 AM
The girlfriend is bring the xt225 out. Making a vacation out of it. ;)
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: hipster on May 30, 2012, 10:59:06 AM
I plan on riding part of the Trans Dakota trail (thanks Sleddog) out there.  Should be fun!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: loingrader on May 30, 2012, 11:01:26 AM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Loingrader
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 4
DATE ARRIVING: friday - early afternoon
DATE LEAVING: Sunday
TENT OR RV: Tents
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS: 3 or 4

can't wait to see everyone and get some riding in!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Bogus Jim on May 30, 2012, 08:13:54 PM
When Loingrader signed up, the headcount increased 10%. ;D   Must be nice to have a dual-sport family; in my family I'm outnumbered by Harley riders about 3 to 1.

NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Jim/BogusJim
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 1
DATE ARRIVING: Friday (maybe Thursday if anyone's here and wants to ride)
DATE LEAVING: Sunday
TENT OR RV: Just ridin'
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: TrueSDGirl on May 30, 2012, 09:26:22 PM
Hi everyone!
I'm a newbie to the group, forum, sport, and everything. I'm loaning my KLR out to a friend the weekend of the rally but wondered if it would be possible to still come up one evening to meet a few people and get some ideas on riding the Hills, find people to ride with, etc. And if you're all off riding and it's better to wait til another time when I have my bike back that's good to know too. FHA SMS so much!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 30, 2012, 10:10:51 PM
TrueSDgirl, Your welcome to drop by any evening, we're usually done riding by 6'ish. Come and meet the bunch. Friday or Saturday would be better than Thursday as more folks will be around. All are welcome in this group. Its a very good bunch.

Stop over at the "Itroduction" area and tell us a little about yourself.

Nice to have you here.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Old man on May 30, 2012, 11:36:44 PM

   Yeti please ammend my sign up to include 5 additional KLR riders          this could be  3 tents and a pop up camper
   
   it will be sweet to see AncientMariner and fringefan        is plumbermike in the area that weekend?

   its going to be wild with everybody swapping bikes over the winter

   Bogus I might be driving down on wed tohook up with Gerry in Custer              possible ride on thur?

   most of my guys will arrive fri  by car     I am dialing in on how to haul 6 bikes  with pickup and trailer

                                                                                                   See ya all in 3 weeks               NDave
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on May 31, 2012, 11:00:30 AM
Gotcha NDave!

And welcome SDGirl! We need more girl riders around here. ;-)
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on May 31, 2012, 11:12:45 AM
Wow, we're up to 52 attendees! About ~40 riders. Biggest rally yet! Wish I could make it up on Thursday instead of late Friday... :(

We're gonna have to maybe get a bit more organized on our rides as there will obviously be several groups. I know I don't want to lead around 40-something riders.   :o

Anyone have any routes planned out yet for us '2-up easy trail' riders? If not, I'll try to come up with some trails that won't bounce our pillions off.  :evil
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on May 31, 2012, 11:14:42 AM
And don't forget - chili and nachos for dinner on Friday night, courtesy of myself and Mrs. Yeti. I've never made chili for 50 people...hope there's enough.  :eat

Anyone else planning on feeding the masses?
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on May 31, 2012, 11:19:03 AM
Quote from: gerry1eye on May 11, 2012, 01:26:57 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Gerry (gerry1eye) and son David
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 2
DATE ARRIVING: Thursday, June 21
DATE LEAVING: Sunday, June 24
TENT OR RV: RV
SIZE OF RV: 24'
NUMBER OF TENTS:

Sooooo looking forward to another great rally.
Let me know what night you want the North Dakotan's to cook pulled pork!

Oh, I missed this - let's do the pulled pork on Thursday or Saturday, your choice Gerry!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: loingrader on May 31, 2012, 03:47:05 PM
Quote from: The Yeti on May 31, 2012, 11:19:03 AM

Oh, I missed this - let's do the pulled pork on Thursday or Saturday, your choice Gerry!

i vote saturday so i don't have to miss it!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Sportfaller on May 31, 2012, 04:51:29 PM
I'll (gasp) be TRAILERING my bike up from hill city, so I can camp in comfort.   As far as other supplies, I'll bring some clean, debarked, bug free firewood (btw, is my maul still around from spring rally 2 years ago?), as well as a large selection of tools, a couple big tarps, cornhole, and my easy-up.   Can anyone else think of supplies/tools/comforts that you'd like me to bring?

oh yeah, and I'll be carrying a fairly comprehensive medical kit on the bike, and may throw my county radio in my backpack J.I.C.

Remember, the first rule of the rally is NO HELICOPTERS!   :evil
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Hank on May 31, 2012, 05:27:58 PM
I just realized I don't have permit stickers yet and we're 3 weeks out.  How long has it been taking from online order to receipt?
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Sportfaller on May 31, 2012, 05:29:03 PM
permit-schmermit, lets see them catch ya!  :evil
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Osnabrock on May 31, 2012, 08:36:45 PM
I just ordered my permit tonight.
Last year I remember them coming VERY quickly.  It said on the web, as I was ordering, that they can be expected to arrive within a week.  Last year I think it was 2 or 3 days but don't hold me to that.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: snooker on June 01, 2012, 04:00:40 PM
Hi my northern friends!   I'm gonna see if I can make this one!  I usually always stay at home in June as I live on an irrigation reservoir that only has good boating in June, but this year due to lack of snowmelt it will be a mud hole anyhow..  so we'll see what the wife says..   I kinda blew my vacation days on Baja this year.  If I convince her to come (it's a selling point for a kitchen pass), what is there for her to do all day??  ideas?

I don't follow the forum much but anybody heard from Plumber Mike or Jacin about coming to this?  curious.    Will you be providing another Malcom sighting this trip?

-matt

p.s.  I don't want to hijack this thread but here's a pointer to my 2012 Baja trip pics and report - you can comment over on this thread:
http://dev.dakotadualsportriders.com/smf/index.php?topic=956.0 (http://dev.dakotadualsportriders.com/smf/index.php?topic=956.0)
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Fletch on June 01, 2012, 04:47:35 PM
Quote from: snooker on June 01, 2012, 04:00:40 PM
  If I convince her to come (it's a selling point for a kitchen pass), what is there for her to do all day??  ideas?


What does she enjoy? ther is hiking/ mt. biking trails galore, deadwood for gambling, Hills city/keystone for shopping, tourrist stuff like MT. Rushmore/Crazy horse, caves, etc. ??
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Sportfaller on June 01, 2012, 04:50:51 PM
tour-de-wine in hill city too, 4 places now
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: JoniJo on June 01, 2012, 09:53:19 PM
Hey Snooker, My husband Jeff isn't coming this trip so my good friend Mary will be coming along. She could use someone to sight see with during the day.
And if.....just if I crash and burn I'll have someone to drive my sorry butt home.    8).  JoniJo
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Bogus Jim on June 03, 2012, 11:04:53 PM
We have a lot of riders coming this year... so here's a short video with some tips that may improve your safety and enjoyment at the rally.

Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Hank on June 04, 2012, 06:52:41 AM
Now THAT is funny.   Thanks for the Monday AM laugh.    ;D
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Robmicgrn on June 04, 2012, 08:05:09 AM
Too funny! Will we be hitting any sidewalks during the rally?
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: JoniJo on June 04, 2012, 09:52:59 AM
Love it!
I promise to heed none of the rules.......  8)   JoniJo

See 'ya in a few weeks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: sandekr1 on June 04, 2012, 01:12:16 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: sandekr1
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:4 only 1 riding
DATE ARRIVING:thurs
DATE LEAVING:?
TENT OR RV:?
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS:
Might rent the cabin Minershack

I am excited.  I have missed this event 2 years in a row.  I am bringing some friends from Montana if thay can make it.  Let me know if you need anything.

Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Sportfaller on June 04, 2012, 02:20:54 PM
I'd take a case of kokanee? I love that stuff and you can't get it here! Lol!

Sent from my smarter-than-I-am phone using tapatalk 2
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Fletch on June 04, 2012, 02:37:09 PM
Quote from: Sportfaller on June 04, 2012, 02:20:54 PM
I'd take a case of kokanee? I love that stuff and you can't get it here! Lol!

Sent from my smarter-than-I-am phone using tapatalk 2

+1  for medicinal purposes of course!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Sportfaller on June 04, 2012, 04:56:53 PM
and full reimbursement, of course!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: greatbuffalo on June 04, 2012, 06:52:52 PM
My wife will be along to keep any other wives company. I'm sure they will find plenty of others to keep company.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: snooker on June 04, 2012, 07:24:16 PM
Funny video man!  Rambo sure stole a noisy little scooter, and what was all that blue smoke coming out?   ;D    Things sure have changed.  I held on to my IT175 for about 20 years until I finally dumped it.  I rode that thing all over slickrock trail in Moab back before mountain bikes.  All it had going for it was a really low 1st gear and I went along some fins there that I would be too chicken to even walk across nowadays...

Thanks for the tips about wifely adventures everybody.  Actually my new idea is to get my kids to bring their new travel trailer and show the grandkids around the Hills for the weekend! So got a question about that...

If I have a 6 yr old on a CRF50 and a 10 yr old too, both unplated bikes, can they ride out the back of the FishNFry legally?  and are there extremely easy places to ride (wide and flat) inside and/or right out of the campsite for the 6 year old?  Without having to cross the highway?

thanks..
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: pegleg on June 04, 2012, 11:05:55 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Eric/Pegleg
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:1
DATE ARRIVING:6/22
DATE LEAVING:6/24
TENT OR RV:Tent
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS:1

Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on June 05, 2012, 10:06:12 AM
Quote from: sandekr1 on June 04, 2012, 01:12:16 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: sandekr1
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:4 only 1 riding
DATE ARRIVING:thurs
DATE LEAVING:?
TENT OR RV:?
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS:
Might rent the cabin Minershack

I am excited.  I have missed this event 2 years in a row.  I am bringing some friends from Montana if thay can make it.  Let me know if you need anything.

Welcome to the forum!

If you do decide to bring an RV, I'll need that info as soon as possible in order to reserve you a site.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on June 05, 2012, 10:07:00 AM
Quote from: pegleg on June 04, 2012, 11:05:55 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Eric/Pegleg
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:1
DATE ARRIVING:6/22
DATE LEAVING:6/24
TENT OR RV:Tent
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS:1

Got you on the list Pegleg, welcome to the forum!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: gerry1eye on June 05, 2012, 05:22:08 PM
Oh, I missed this - let's do the pulled pork on Thursday or Saturday, your choice Gerry!

Gerry's choice - Saturday Night pulled pork sandwiches, with baked beans and NDave will bring the potato salad. Still working on getting more of Gram-ma's apple pies for dessert. Looking forward to seeing all new and old motorbiking buddies.

PS; Snooker, I did invite Marty Smith but it sounds like he's busy putting on a motocross clinic.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: toadl on June 05, 2012, 08:16:54 PM
Quote from: snooker on June 04, 2012, 07:24:16 PM

If I have a 6 yr old on a CRF50 and a 10 yr old too, both unplated bikes, can they ride out the back of the FishNFry legally?  and are there extremely easy places to ride (wide and flat) inside and/or right out of the campsite for the 6 year old?  Without having to cross the highway?

thanks..

My kids are bringing a pw50.  They are still a little bit scared of it, so I'm just bringing it and if they want to ride it they can.  I was told it will need a sticker to ride on the trails legally (since it wasn't covered in the rally video I think breaking that rule might be fair game).  I have the same questions you do.  Maybe we can work out a group ride.

I'm willing to make pancakes for breakfast Friday or Saturday Morning which ever some of the veterans think would be the best, maybe Friday, I should still be healthy.  Will we have a group area where we will all eat.

Oh, My family is arriving on Wednesday.  So if anyone else is there I'll stop by and say "hi."  Actually, no matter who you are, if you have a motorcycle I'll talk to you.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: sandekr1 on June 06, 2012, 09:44:38 AM
Reserved our spot 2 from mt coming to see the bh
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: sandekr1 on June 07, 2012, 08:59:44 AM
No need to reserve rv spots I reserved 2 rv spots for me and the 4 montana guys for friday and sat.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: toadl on June 07, 2012, 08:59:16 PM
If I get lost or seperated from the group, I hope I don't have to depend on my map reading skills.  Unless my two year old fits in my backpack, he seems to have a good grasp of it.
(http://i1180.photobucket.com/albums/x406/todddl/p_00629.jpg)
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Bogus Jim on June 07, 2012, 09:15:00 PM
QuoteIf I get lost or seperated from the group, I hope I don't have to depend on my map reading skills.  ;D

Instead of "lost", I prefer to use the phrase "temporarily disoriented".  ::)
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Fletch on June 07, 2012, 10:32:48 PM
Quote from: BogusJim on June 07, 2012, 09:15:00 PM
QuoteIf I get lost or seperated from the group, I hope I don't have to depend on my map reading skills.  ;D

Instead of "lost", I prefer to use the phrase "temporarily disoriented".  ::)

yea, its not like you aren't still in SD (or maybe WY)......
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: JoniJo on June 07, 2012, 11:47:19 PM
I didn't think you were ever lost on a bike. Just found a new way to get there......  ;D   JoniJo
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Sportfaller on June 08, 2012, 07:10:51 AM
Those maps are worthless, pay the $10 and get the small, waterproof color ones!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on June 08, 2012, 09:35:41 AM
Quote from: Sportfaller on June 08, 2012, 07:10:51 AM
Those maps are worthless, pay the $10 and get the small, waterproof color ones!

I had no idea those were available - are they at any forest service station?
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Bogus Jim on June 08, 2012, 10:36:53 AM
You can download them here and print. Won't be waterproof though.

2012 Color Maps (http://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsinternet/!ut/p/c5/04_SB8K8xLLM9MSSzPy8xBz9CP0os3gjAwhwtDDw9_AI8zPyhQoYAOUjMeXDfODy-HWHg-zDrx8kb4ADOBro-3nk56bqF-RGGGSZOCoCAPi8eX8!/dl3/d3/L2dJQSEvUUt3QS9ZQnZ3LzZfMjAwMDAwMDBBODBPSEhWTjJNMDAwMDAwMDA!/?navtype=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&cid=stelprdb5292920&navid=360000000000000&pnavid=&ss=110203&position=Not%20Yet%20Determined.Html&ttype=detail&pname=Black%20Hills%20National%20Forest-%20Maps)

I didn't know you could buy them for $10 until LD told me.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Sportfaller on June 08, 2012, 05:19:28 PM
LD showed me too, so I bought a set to carry as backups to the GPS map.

any FS office should have them
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: toadl on June 08, 2012, 09:47:07 PM
I have the map and I have the GPS.  I use both of them and enjoy the security of knowing where I am, but do you ever miss the days of not knowing where you are?  Being lost and home way too late.  Sometime I'd like to ditch the maps and GPS and go riding all day, not get home on time, make new discoverys, feel the freedom, and have another story to tell.
So, give it a try sometime and let me know how it goes.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Dr Psyko on June 10, 2012, 08:42:20 AM
I talked to my brother Todd yesterday who was with us last year, and he is coming as well. So, 3 of us. Getting ready! New fork seals, fork springs, tires for Jake, and the list goes on!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Dr Psyko on June 10, 2012, 08:43:45 AM
Oh yeah, need trail permits. Probably already posted, but where is the website?
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Bogus Jim on June 10, 2012, 10:16:21 AM
Here ya go, Dr. Psycho. Hope that wrist is all healed up and ready for some riding...

http://www.kinsail.com/results.asp?p=bhills&pt=parks&ItemName=Trail (http://www.kinsail.com/results.asp?p=bhills&pt=parks&ItemName=Trail)
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: hayduke.klr07 on June 10, 2012, 10:57:50 AM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Chris/Hayduke.klr07
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:1
DATE ARRIVING:21
DATE LEAVING:23
TENT OR RV:tent
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS:1
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: ZIGGY on June 10, 2012, 11:32:54 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE:Cory/ZIGGY
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:2 (1 rider)
DATE ARRIVING:22
DATE LEAVING:24
TENT OR RV:TENT
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS:1

Looks like my wife Lisa and I will be joining you rally weekend. 'Bout how early does the riding get going on Fri.? We will be in the area so need a heads up as to what time the fun begins! Can't wait to go rip it up with everyone!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: boydracing on June 11, 2012, 09:47:11 AM
Quote from: BogusJim on June 10, 2012, 10:16:21 AM
Here ya go, Dr. Psycho. Hope that wrist is all healed up and ready for some riding...

http://www.kinsail.com/results.asp?p=bhills&pt=parks&ItemName=Trail (http://www.kinsail.com/results.asp?p=bhills&pt=parks&ItemName=Trail)

NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Marc/Boydracing
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:2
DATE ARRIVING:21
DATE LEAVING:23
TENT OR RV:RV
SIZE OF RV:Small
NUMBER OF TENTS:

A friend and I just decided to drive out there for this.  We've already reserved a spot for the RV.  Is there a place locally to buy this permit?  I'm concerned that if we order these off of the website above, this close to the event, that we will not get them in time.

Thanks!

Marc
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on June 11, 2012, 10:22:52 AM
Hey Chris! Glad to see you could make it this rally.

Quote from: hayduke.klr07 on June 10, 2012, 10:57:50 AM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Chris/Hayduke.klr07
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:1
DATE ARRIVING:21
DATE LEAVING:23
TENT OR RV:tent
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS:1
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: loingrader on June 11, 2012, 10:45:00 AM
i wouldn't sweat the trail stickers too much.  i don't think i rode on 1 single trail last year that required one.  i've never seen a forest ranger, and they can be purchased once you get out there.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on June 11, 2012, 10:47:11 AM
You can get the permits at any Forest Service location. But, like loingrader sez, I wouldn't worry too much about it, you only have to have one if you're riding on trails marked TR on the MVU map which is mostlly single track - and who's gonna see a ranger out there??  8)
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: boydracing on June 11, 2012, 05:16:19 PM
Quote from: The Yeti on June 11, 2012, 10:47:11 AM
You can get the permits at any Forest Service location. But, like loingrader sez, I wouldn't worry too much about it, you only have to have one if you're riding on trails marked TR on the MVU map which is mostlly single track - and who's gonna see a ranger out there??  8)

Okay...thanks guys, we'll just take our chances then.  We'll play the dumb card :o since we're from out of state if anyone says anything.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Osnabrock on June 11, 2012, 06:20:47 PM
I just received my permit today.  It took 7 working days for it to arrive.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: toadl on June 11, 2012, 09:40:58 PM
Some tax's I hate to pay; sales, property, income, sewer, phone line, well just about all of them.  But, I don't mind paying for a trail sticker or fishing license as long as the money keeps the resources available for Me to use.   
Not to be too high and mighty, I'm not getting a trail sticker for the PW50.
If you buy a permit at the last minute you can print one out on your computer for proof. 
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Klay on June 13, 2012, 04:34:51 PM
Got the maps, got the trail permit...and I'm out.  Medical and business expenses have intruded.  See you all some other time.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: greatbuffalo on June 13, 2012, 09:02:27 PM
Sorry to hear that Klay
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Griz on June 13, 2012, 09:09:19 PM
NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Jeff/The Griz
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 2 (Osnabrock and I)
DATE ARRIVING: Afternoon of the 21st (Thursday)
DATE LEAVING: Morning of the 24th (Sunday)
TENT OR RV: Tent
SIZE OF RV: N/A
NUMBER OF TENTS: 2
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: AncientMariner on June 13, 2012, 11:30:21 PM
My son Marcus can't get a substitute to cover his job so he won't be coming.  My ribs are broken again, right side this time, so I won't be coming.  Since I'm not coming, Sasha won't be coming.  This is very disappointing.  You wouldn't believe how the ribs got broken.  I was riding my bicycle on the city bike path and a Canada goose darted under my wheel.  I foolishly expected them to dart away from danger.  I guess they're just as stupid as deer after all.  Presently in Denver to look after the suspected retina separation.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: greatbuffalo on June 14, 2012, 12:43:22 AM
That poor goose!!!  :o  Hope you heal quickly.
Title: Re: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Hank on June 14, 2012, 07:55:33 AM
Quote from: AncientMariner on June 13, 2012, 11:30:21 PM
My son Marcus can't get a substitute to cover his job so he won't be coming.  My ribs are broken again, right side this time, so I won't be coming.  Since I'm not coming, Sasha won't be coming.  This is very disappointing.  You wouldn't believe how the ribs got broken.  I was riding my bicycle on the city bike path and a Canada goose darted under my wheel.  I foolishly expected them to dart away from danger.  I guess they're just as stupid as deer after all.  Presently in Denver to look after the suspected retina separation.

Yes.. very disappointing indeed!    Thats just a bummer all around.   Heal fast my friend.

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Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Douglas911 on June 14, 2012, 10:00:16 PM
Douglas911 Thu, Fri, Sat nights  1 person  RV please
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on June 14, 2012, 10:03:03 PM
Welcome again Douglas, I got you on the list.

Could you tell me the length of your RV? Thanks!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Douglas911 on June 14, 2012, 10:22:32 PM
I have a 17 foot trailer with a truck to pull it.  I also have a 10 x 10 awning that I would like to setup to display two or three bikes with the FarkleBar.  If I had electricity 110v it would be really nice.
Thanks,

Douglas
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: snooker on June 15, 2012, 01:12:34 PM
Hi peeps,  I got a Fun Pass so looks like I'm gonna make it this year!  No RV no family just a tent.  Planning on coming late Thursday night (10-ish) so gimme a hint where to pitch my tent if you would...  I have another guy I might bring along to split the gas cost from Colorado with, if so I'll update this, Yeti.  It's been a bad week here with the fire west of Ft Collins, nice to get away from the smoke and do some riding!  Thanks for explaining the OHV stickers better - I got one last time but think I'll pass.  I don't have the clearance to do much single track (and aluminum is so expen$$ive).  ;)

NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: snooker
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY: 1
DATE ARRIVING: 6/21
DATE LEAVING:  6/24
TENT OR RV: Tent
SIZE OF RV:
NUMBER OF TENTS: 1
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: boydracing on June 15, 2012, 04:29:49 PM
Quote from: boydracing on June 11, 2012, 09:47:11 AM
Quote from: BogusJim on June 10, 2012, 10:16:21 AM
Here ya go, Dr. Psycho. Hope that wrist is all healed up and ready for some riding...

http://www.kinsail.com/results.asp?p=bhills&pt=parks&ItemName=Trail (http://www.kinsail.com/results.asp?p=bhills&pt=parks&ItemName=Trail)

NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Marc/Boydracing
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:2
DATE ARRIVING:21
DATE LEAVING:23
TENT OR RV:RV
SIZE OF RV:Small
NUMBER OF TENTS:

A friend and I just decided to drive out there for this.  We've already reserved a spot for the RV.  Is there a place locally to buy this permit?  I'm concerned that if we order these off of the website above, this close to the event, that we will not get them in time.

Thanks!

Marc

Updating the number of our party to 3


NAME/INTERNET HANDLE: Marc/Boydracing
NUMBER IN YOUR PARTY:3
DATE ARRIVING:21
DATE LEAVING:23
TENT OR RV:RV
SIZE OF RV:Small
NUMBER OF TENTS:
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Sportfaller on June 15, 2012, 04:34:55 PM
Quote from: snooker on June 15, 2012, 01:12:34 PM
Hi peeps,  I got a Fun Pass so looks like I'm gonna make it this year! 

Awesome Matt, should be a good time!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: sprout on June 15, 2012, 09:01:45 PM
 8) Hello All
Sprout and a couple of friends from Mo. will be attending this years gathering.I do request: if Jerry wants me to ride his bike this year, please bring something besides that PIG he had me ride last year!!
Please don't make too much fun of the missourians. I shoud let you all know that the tooth brush was invented there. If it had been anywhere else....It'd have been called a teethbrush.
;D ;D ;D

Sprout
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Fletch on June 15, 2012, 10:09:59 PM
what are you riding sprout? I will bring my 300 so I have half a chance of keeping up!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on June 15, 2012, 10:21:32 PM
Quote from: Douglas911 on June 14, 2012, 10:22:32 PM
I have a 17 foot trailer with a truck to pull it.  I also have a 10 x 10 awning that I would like to setup to display two or three bikes with the FarkleBar.  If I had electricity 110v it would be really nice.
Thanks,

Douglas

Thanks Douglas. Michele at FnF asked that you contact them before setting up shop so that they can get you a proper space. You can call them at the number on their website.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on June 15, 2012, 10:24:51 PM
Quote from: sprout on June 15, 2012, 09:01:45 PM
8) Hello All
Sprout and a couple of friends from Mo. will be attending this years gathering.I do request: if Jerry wants me to ride his bike this year, please bring something besides that PIG he had me ride last year!!
Please don't make too much fun of the missourians. I shoud let you all know that the tooth brush was invented there. If it had been anywhere else....It'd have been called a teethbrush.
;D ;D ;D

Sprout

Glad you could make it again Sprout, do not expect me to be riding anywhere near you this time around....taking the GS and riding two up mostly.  :)

Any idea when you might show up, and are you bringing tents or what?
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on June 15, 2012, 10:44:26 PM
Quote from: snooker on June 15, 2012, 01:12:34 PM
Planning on coming late Thursday night (10-ish) so gimme a hint where to pitch my tent if you would...

If you look at the FnF map on page 1 of this thread, the tents will be on the Hillside Loop.
Title: FOOD!
Post by: The Yeti on June 15, 2012, 10:47:48 PM
Hey all,

With the list of attendees still growing - 61 and counting - I'm beginning to get a little worried about the food situation.

As you all know, Mrs. Yeti and I plan on bringing chili and nachos for dinner on Saturday night (as usual), but I can only make so much chili. I was thinking it may be a good idea to have some hot dogs and buns to make chili dogs with on Sat night....anyone wanna volunteer to bring a few dozen hot dogs, buns and fixin's???

Otherwise, I don't think my chili alone will feed more than 25-30 people.

Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: greatbuffalo on June 16, 2012, 02:39:42 AM
Sprout, I was just talking about you to my kid the other day and wondering if you were coming. Will be great to see you. Poor Jerry, He'll never live that one down. We'll see if me brings toe saver boots with him this year.
Title: Re: FOOD!
Post by: torgo on June 16, 2012, 06:23:45 AM
Quote from: The Yeti on June 15, 2012, 10:47:48 PM
Hey all,

With the list of attendees still growing - 61 and counting - I'm beginning to get a little worried about the food situation.

As you all know, Mrs. Yeti and I plan on bringing chili and nachos for dinner on Saturday night (as usual), but I can only make so much chili. I was thinking it may be a good idea to have some hot dogs and buns to make chili dogs with on Sat night....anyone wanna volunteer to bring a few dozen hot dogs, buns and fixin's???

Otherwise, I don't think my chili alone will feed more than 25-30 people.


I can bring 50 Ball Park Franks with buns to add to the mix for the SAT feed.

Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: sprout on June 16, 2012, 09:35:18 AM
 8) We are going to leave Iowa early evening on Wed. Should arrive on Thurs. before noon. We will be in tha rv. I made reservations last week so we have a spot already. Marc boyd from Boyd racing is 1 of the missourian's. So please don't count us twice. I know I'm XXL but, should not be counted twice.    I'll be riding ol'blue this year, been trying to her  wear out, with out much luck. :o

Sprout
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Sportfaller on June 16, 2012, 10:03:48 AM
Yeti, I'll bring chili fixings: shredded cheese, onion, hot sauce, crackers and the like.

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Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Sportfaller on June 16, 2012, 07:02:47 PM
Oh, and I just mixed up a batch of drunken cherries to share as well!  Going to be a good weekend!

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Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Hank on June 16, 2012, 08:21:01 PM
We can bring a couple dozen brats if there is a need, or maybe a big batch of salad etc.

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Title: Re: FOOD!
Post by: The Yeti on June 16, 2012, 10:23:41 PM
Quote from: torgo on June 16, 2012, 06:23:45 AM
Quote from: The Yeti on June 15, 2012, 10:47:48 PM
Hey all,

With the list of attendees still growing - 61 and counting - I'm beginning to get a little worried about the food situation.

As you all know, Mrs. Yeti and I plan on bringing chili and nachos for dinner on Saturday night (as usual), but I can only make so much chili. I was thinking it may be a good idea to have some hot dogs and buns to make chili dogs with on Sat night....anyone wanna volunteer to bring a few dozen hot dogs, buns and fixin's???

Otherwise, I don't think my chili alone will feed more than 25-30 people.


I can bring 50 Ball Park Franks with buns to add to the mix for the SAT feed.

Thanks Torgo! That is awesome, thanks!

Quote from: Sportfaller on June 16, 2012, 10:03:48 AM
Yeti, I'll bring chili fixings: shredded cheese, onion, hot sauce, crackers and the like.

Sent from my smarter-than-I-am phone using tapatalk 2

Perfect!

Quote from: Sportfaller on June 16, 2012, 07:02:47 PM
Oh, and I just mixed up a batch of drunken cherries to share as well!  Going to be a good weekend!

Sent from my Transformer Prime TF201 using Tapatalk 2

Sounds yummy...but what exactly are drunken cherries?

Quote from: Hank on June 16, 2012, 08:21:01 PM
We can bring a couple dozen brats if there is a need, or maybe a big batch of salad etc.

Sent from my DROID RAZR using Tapatalk 2

Doesn't sound like we'll need it with Torgo bringing 50 weiners.  ;D

BTW, I spoke with Michele at FnF and we will have access to the group area, and she is going to string up some extra outlets for us so I can plug in the crock pots for the chili and nacho cheese. I just love Gary & Michele at FnF - really good people! I think they have a grill there too that we can use for the hot dogs.

That way, everybody won't have to visit the Yeti-mobile to get their chili, we'll be all set up in the group area with a nice bonfire going....gonna be a great weekend, just wish I could come up on Thu instead of Fri (still working on this).

Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on June 16, 2012, 10:24:56 PM
Quote from: Hank on June 16, 2012, 08:21:01 PM
We can bring a couple dozen brats if there is a need, or maybe a big batch of salad etc.

Sent from my DROID RAZR using Tapatalk 2

On second thought, this might go well with gerry1eye's pulled pork on Saturday night...I'm not sure how much he plans on making though.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: JoniJo on June 17, 2012, 12:06:10 AM
I'll bring a batch of my homemade jerky that I........uh.........will get at Cabela's!     ;)        JoniJo
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Sportfaller on June 19, 2012, 07:33:26 AM
Weekend Weather:

Thursday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 51. South wind around 9 mph.

Friday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87.

Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 54.

Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 82.

Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 54.

Sunday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 81.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: loingrader on June 19, 2012, 11:03:31 AM
Quote from: Sportfaller on June 19, 2012, 07:33:26 AM
Weekend Weather:

looks pretty good!

for anyone interested i'll bring some DDSR stickers to the rally.  Black/white ones and Black/orange ones for the KTM riders.  I've also got some KLR650 stickers too.  1 sticker for $3 or 2 for $5.  Find the blacked out Wee if you're interested.  It's either me or lonesome dave, and he can point me out.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: gerry1eye on June 19, 2012, 11:38:23 AM
Quote from: The Yeti on June 16, 2012, 10:24:56 PM
Quote from: Hank on June 16, 2012, 08:21:01 PM
We can bring a couple dozen brats if there is a need, or maybe a big batch of salad etc.

Sent from my DROID RAZR using Tapatalk 2

On second thought, this might go well with gerry1eye's pulled pork on Saturday night...I'm not sure how much he plans on making though.

Yeti,  We (North Dakotan's) can cook whatever night you don't want to cook, just let me know so I can set up the electric roaster in the morning before we go riding. Planning on feeding 60 or so.  Pulled pork with buns, beans, potato salad - no beverages    Apple pie is limited, and will be first come - but  pretty sure Sprout won't be getting any pie.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: gerry1eye on June 19, 2012, 11:52:25 AM
Quote from: sprout on June 15, 2012, 09:01:45 PM
8) Hello All
Sprout and a couple of friends from Mo. will be attending this years gathering.I do request: if Jerry wants me to ride his bike this year, please bring something besides that PIG he had me ride last year!!

;D ;D ;D

Sprout

Proud KLR650 riders may be insulted buy your "PIG" comment and could be looking to planting a Iowan in some Black Hills rock - looking forward to some good riding.   
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Dratharr on June 19, 2012, 12:31:48 PM
Hi Everyone,
The family and I are going to be in Custer camping this weekend. Unfortunately I can only pigy back the KTM 200 on the back of the camper so I am stuck with a bike without a plate for this trip. I plan on riding the single track between Johnsons Siding and Sugar Shack Friday and Saturday, any chance any of you will be leading some rides in those spots. If so I would love to tag along for a while.

Thanks,
Matt
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: sprout on June 19, 2012, 08:41:42 PM
 8) 8) 8) You better be wearing you big boy pantys! 
Quote from: gerry1eye on June 19, 2012, 11:52:25 AM
Quote from: sprout on June 15, 2012, 09:01:45 PM
8) Hello All
Sprout and a couple of friends from Mo. will be attending this years gathering.I do request: if Jerry wants me to ride his bike this year, please bring something besides that PIG he had me ride last year!!

;D ;D ;D

Sprout

Proud KLR650 riders may be insulted buy your "PIG" comment and could be looking to planting a Iowan in some Black Hills rock - looking forward to some good riding.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Osnabrock on June 19, 2012, 08:42:36 PM
I'm hoping to make it down to the area.  Don't really know when though.  I'll have to play it by ear.
You should stop by camp some evening to see what plans are being hatched.  Either that or we'll see you on the trail.
I'll remember Custer campground if we're in the area.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: snooker on June 20, 2012, 01:26:34 AM
Quote from: sprout on June 15, 2012, 09:01:45 PM
8) Hello All
Sprout and a couple of friends from Mo. will be attending this years gathering.I do request: if Jerry wants me to ride his bike this year, please bring something besides that PIG he had me ride last year!!
Please don't make too much fun of the missourians. I shoud let you all know that the tooth brush was invented there. If it had been anywhere else....It'd have been called a teethbrush.
;D ;D ;D

Sprout
I grew up in a state of Mizzery, and fled to Colorado as soon as I got out of college and landed a job there.   Learned to ride on a Hodaka in the Ozarks, if you string together enough up and down hills, after a week or so you can net about 10,000 feet in elevation gain, 200 feet at a time!  Don't worry I will protect you from Gerry - I know his weak spot...  hehe

Hey speaking of food, I have a box of another 50 or so frozen beef franks...  I'll just bring them for general principle for whatever night, in case.  You never know we may need to make friends with the neighbors or something...
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: boydracing on June 20, 2012, 01:04:24 PM
Quote from: sprout on June 16, 2012, 09:35:18 AM
8) We are going to leave Iowa early evening on Wed. Should arrive on Thurs. before noon. We will be in tha rv. I made reservations last week so we have a spot already. Marc boyd from Boyd racing is 1 of the missourian's. So please don't count us twice. I know I'm XXL but, should not be counted twice.    I'll be riding ol'blue this year, been trying to her  wear out, with out much luck. :o

Sprout

Chuck, you need to get a new joke!  Besides everyone knows the tooth brush originated in Iowa!

One of the missery boys!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Dratharr on June 20, 2012, 01:47:56 PM
Quote from: Osnabrock on June 19, 2012, 08:42:36 PM
I'm hoping to make it down to the area.  Don't really know when though.  I'll have to play it by ear.
You should stop by camp some evening to see what plans are being hatched.  Either that or we'll see you on the trail.
I'll remember Custer campground if we're in the area.

Thats sounds great, thanks for the reply!
Matt
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Hank on June 20, 2012, 09:50:05 PM
We'll have 36 brats and buns with us..  to be consumed whenever makes sense!
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: The Yeti on June 20, 2012, 11:23:29 PM
Quote from: Hank on June 20, 2012, 09:50:05 PM
We'll have 36 brats and buns with us..  to be consumed whenever makes sense!

That's great Hank! We got more food this year than ever. I guess you could have the brats on Thursday night if you want, looks like Fri & Sat are covered. Unless you want to organize a lunch sometime.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: numb41 on June 22, 2012, 11:31:12 AM
Have a great rally! 
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: greatbuffalo on June 24, 2012, 01:33:00 AM
Having a great time. Lots of good folks out this weekend for fun and only a few injuries, Rib injury, Insect sting reaction, old ankle injury exacerbation, and a few bumps and bruises but no thing serious so far.

The food has been great, thanks, Yeti and the Mrs for the Chili, Gerry and NDave for the pulled pork,  and Hank(?) and wife for the Brats.  know there were others that assisted with food. thanks so much.

Also had some great trail leaders. Thanks sharing some of your local knowledge with the rest of us.

Once again, great respect shown by all to each other. We are so lucky to have such a great bunch of folks that seam to all get along great with each other. Never a negative work heard. That says a lot about a group.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Fletch on June 24, 2012, 12:43:09 PM
had a great time riding thurs. and fri. sorry I had to miss the weekend! hope everyone else had as much fun as I did. Sorry I'm bad with names, but if any of you want to ride anytime let me know, I'm always up for it!!!

thanks
Mike
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Hank on June 24, 2012, 05:52:16 PM
It was great seeing everyone again.   There sure were a lot of new faces this year and I know I didn't get to talk to everyone.

Cara and I had fun and she got some great experience.  Next year we'll be ready for some group rides.
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: boydracing on June 25, 2012, 03:52:47 PM
Thanks for for showing us Missouri boys and one short Iwegian (sprout) a good time!  We loved it and will be back for sure next year!  Sprout was moving a little better by the time we got back to his place last night.  I think he was better, or maybe he was just trying to appear healthy in front of Mrs. Sprout! :-X :-X

Marc
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: Fletch on June 25, 2012, 04:31:56 PM
Happy to hear Sprout was improving, definatley have to do it again. I have more single track that we didn't get to.....
Title: Re: Official Sign-Up Thread
Post by: AncientMariner on July 09, 2012, 01:17:56 PM
I enjoyed seeing some of you good people on Friday.  Wish I'd been in shape to ride.  Went to Denver Saturday, the next day, to pick up the new bike.  I couldn't even tighten the tie down straps, let alone roll it up the ramp to the trailer.  Good thing the guys at Erico were helpful.  It took my son, my grandson and his posse to get it unloaded rightside up.  Hoping to make the fall rally.