Phoenix AZ newbie looking for suggestions on how to find people to ride with...

arcadiandj · 03-15-2007

When I was a road cyclist, I joined some clubs and on certain days during the week (e.g. every Sunday) you could join a group that suited your ability and go for a ride. You would at some point meet somewhere with the other members of the club of other levels of ability and have a meal. Then you'd ride back to the starting point. The club would also sponsor rides around the state where the members would volunteer to set up and provide support for people who would pay to do the ride. There were also other functions. In short, it was a great way to learn about places to ride in the valley, meet people, and just be involved in the sport.

Are there groups like this for motorcyclists? And if so, how does a newbie like myself contact and join up?

Ryguy · 03-15-2007

Sounds a bit like the poker runs.

RDap98 · 03-16-2007

A good start would be the AZ Bike Week event coming up. Check out http://www.azbikeweek.com/ for more info. Also I know a local dealer that sponsors a group called "ROK" (Riders of Kawasaki) in the Phoenix area. You can find a link thru http://kawasakisuperstore.net/

NotJAFO · 03-16-2007

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Originally Posted by RDap98

A good start would be the AZ Bike Week event coming up. Check out http://www.azbikeweek.com/ for more info. Also I know a local dealer that sponsors a group called "ROK" (Riders of Kawasaki) in the Phoenix area. You can find a link thru http://kawasakisuperstore.net/

Thanks for the info RDap. I'll have to check out the ROK.

zphreaky1 · 03-16-2007

There is a VROC ride in Tucson at the end of the month, not sure how many people will be there but in past years the bike week ride here was pretty popular. They are riding Fri, Sat, and Sun.

stevebtx12 · 03-16-2007

Welcome to the group, don't be a stranger!

Ojisan · 03-16-2007

Arcadiandj, Welcome, and there are a few of us AZ Cactus Jumpers on the forum. Depends on your age and riding ability. Buddy and I are Senior Citizens(f'n old guys) usually ride on weekends PM me and will send E-mail address to get you up an running in the Arizona heat 90+ this weekend that means showershoes and j-strap for riding apparel hehehe

AZ rider · 03-16-2007

Check out Phoenix Motorcycle rides group . PMRG

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arcadiandj Finally Got Into First Gear BTK Beginner Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 54	Phoenix AZ newbie looking for suggestions on how to find people to ride with... When I was a road cyclist, I joined some clubs and on certain days during the week (e.g. every Sunday) you could join a group that suited your ability and go for a ride. You would at some point meet somewhere with the other members of the club of other levels of ability and have a meal. Then you'd ride back to the starting point. The club would also sponsor rides around the state where the members would volunteer to set up and provide support for people who would pay to do the ride. There were also other functions. In short, it was a great way to learn about places to ride in the valley, meet people, and just be involved in the sport. Are there groups like this for motorcyclists? And if so, how does a newbie like myself contact and join up?

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RDap98 2007 VN2000 BTK Expert Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 481	A good start would be the AZ Bike Week event coming up. Check out http://www.azbikeweek.com/ for more info. Also I know a local dealer that sponsors a group called "ROK" (Riders of Kawasaki) in the Phoenix area. You can find a link thru http://kawasakisuperstore.net/ __________________ RDap 07 Vulcan 2000 Standard VROG - 541 VROC - 23400

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zphreaky1 Kev in Phx Forum Supporter Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Phoenix Posts: 502	There is a VROC ride in Tucson at the end of the month, not sure how many people will be there but in past years the bike week ride here was pretty popular. They are riding Fri, Sat, and Sun. __________________ Kev in Phx. '02 Meanie w/lot's-o-tasties (just a frame, motor, wheels, forks, swing arm now)

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stevebtx12 I ride a Vulcan :)~ Forum Supporter Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Bedford, TX USA Posts: 2,384	Welcome to the group, don't be a stranger! __________________ Steve 2006 VN1600 Classic VROC #22372 http://s158.photobucket.com/albums/t105/stevebtx12/

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AZ rider Banned BTK Expert Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 557	Check out Phoenix Motorcycle rides group . PMRG Last edited by AZ rider : 03-16-2007 at 10:06 AM.

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Ryguy July 2008 MOM BTK Expert Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Bismarck, ND Posts: 5,175	Sounds a bit like the poker runs.

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Ojisan rode hard put away wet BTK Expert Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 294	Arcadiandj, Welcome, and there are a few of us AZ Cactus Jumpers on the forum. Depends on your age and riding ability. Buddy and I are Senior Citizens(f'n old guys) usually ride on weekends PM me and will send E-mail address to get you up an running in the Arizona heat 90+ this weekend that means showershoes and j-strap for riding apparel hehehe

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