2010 PA BTK Forum Ride - Page 2

MeanGirl · 08-12-2009

North...South...it all sounds good. I have head from more than one person that the New England states offer some of the most beautiful rides.

I'd like to point out one thing. I know Ispeed has pretty much traveled the country to meet a lot of forum members and he LOVES it. Not to put the focus on one person but...maybe it would be nice for a change if we all went his direction. Just some food for thought. I'll follow the crowd.

mkelley · 08-12-2009

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Originally Posted by Mrzazz

Whole house is $685 a night for 26 people.

Bad thing about the whole house rental deal is that to get the 15% discount, one person has to make the whole-house reservation, handle room assignments, collect money, be responsible for any losses or no-shows, etc. For all that hassle, I'd just stay with individual reservations.

*ispeed77* · 08-12-2009

yeah, that's a tough position to be in.

oh, and thanks Sandy

bobg · 08-12-2009

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Originally Posted by MeanGirl

North...South...it all sounds good. I have head from more than one person that the New England states offer some of the most beautiful rides.

I'd like to point out one thing. I know Ispeed has pretty much traveled the country to meet a lot of forum members and he LOVES it. Not to put the focus on one person but...maybe it would be nice for a change if we all went his direction. Just some food for thought. I'll follow the crowd.

Ayuppa, it can be beautiful up here, we got mountains, oceans, 2 lane state rds that aren't like lumber trails.....altho we got plenty of dem too....

50 miles here can be all the difference in the world.....in that distance I can be in Hartford at the Capital or on the Ct or RI beaches or in the Berkshires, actually add an hours boat ride and I can be on Block Island RI.

Loom · 08-13-2009

ya know I hear boston has some great crab and lobster tails that i've always wanna try... Any of you guys sports fans? maybe wherever we go we could attend a Baseball game if we go earlier.. (i dunno just some idea's)

MeanGirl · 08-13-2009

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Originally Posted by bobg

Ayuppa, it can be beautiful up here, we got mountains, oceans, 2 lane state rds that aren't like lumber trails.....altho we got plenty of dem too....

50 miles here can be all the difference in the world.....in that distance I can be in Hartford at the Capital or on the Ct or RI beaches or in the Berkshires, actually add an hours boat ride and I can be on Block Island RI.

I've had a couple people tell me [who have been to MULTIPLE events] that Laconia Motorcycle Week was by far the most beautiful.

bobg · 08-13-2009

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Originally Posted by MeanGirl

I've had a couple people tell me [who have been to MULTIPLE events] that Laconia Motorcycle Week was by far the most beautiful.

I find Americade to be every bit as nice w/o so much of the um....wild things and craziness at a rally......lol

But the Laconia area is beautiful.......especially if ur going for the riding....

rbentnail · 08-13-2009

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Originally Posted by mkelley

Bad thing about the whole house rental deal is that to get the 15% discount, one person has to make the whole-house reservation, handle room assignments, collect money, be responsible for any losses or no-shows, etc. For all that hassle, I'd just stay with individual reservations.

I was thinking the same thing. I've been left holding the bag before and it ain't no fun. Kinda ruins the whole trip. But I'll go out on a limb and make you all a promise: when I win the powerball lottery I'll front the bucks for the whole house rental. It's just the kind of guy I am

*ispeed77* · 08-13-2009

Laconia bike week is kind of a joke Sandy, just a ton of bikes and cheap leather and stuff. if you go for the races it is cool, but the rally just isn't for me. Americade is a lot better, but it seems that the merchandise has moved towards the cheap leather stuff like Laconia in the past few years. it used to be all touring stuff and things that i might actually buy, but there seems to be less and less of that stuff each year.

DebbieW · 08-13-2009

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Originally Posted by ispeed77

Laconia bike week is kind of a joke Sandy, just a ton of bikes and cheap leather and stuff. if you go for the races it is cool, but the rally just isn't for me. Americade is a lot better, but it seems that the merchandise has moved towards the cheap leather stuff like Laconia in the past few years. it used to be all touring stuff and things that i might actually buy, but there seems to be less and less of that stuff each year.

I like Americade for the touring in the area. I didn't like the vendors as much this year but I did manage to buy a few small items. Martin actually bought new tires and they installed them on the spot. So that was convenient.

MeanGirl · 08-13-2009

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Originally Posted by ispeed77

Laconia bike week is kind of a joke Sandy, just a ton of bikes and cheap leather and stuff. if you go for the races it is cool, but the rally just isn't for me. Americade is a lot better, but it seems that the merchandise has moved towards the cheap leather stuff like Laconia in the past few years. it used to be all touring stuff and things that i might actually buy, but there seems to be less and less of that stuff each year.

In all honesty, I'm not interested in Laconia's Bike week. I used it as the example of the scenery explained to me by the people I know who have gone to Laconia for the event. In a nutshell, people I know who ride a lot in different states, have told me when they went to Laconia, it was some of the most beautiful scenery they've ridden. There was never any mention of the event they were going to...just how beautiful the ride was.

*ispeed77* · 08-13-2009

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Originally Posted by DebbieW

I like Americade for the touring in the area. I didn't like the vendors as much this year but I did manage to buy a few small items. Martin actually bought new tires and they installed them on the spot. So that was convenient.

they do still have some vendors set up for touring, like the guys installing tires. they usually come with a ton of Goldwing tires.

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Originally Posted by MeanGirl

In all honesty, I'm not interested in Laconia's Bike week. I used it as the example of the scenery explained to me by the people I know who have gone to Laconia for the event. In a nutshell, people I know who ride a lot in different states, have told me when they went to Laconia, it was some of the most beautiful scenery they've ridden. There was never any mention of the event they were going to...just how beautiful the ride was.

ah, gotcha

yeah, it is really nice up there. there are a few lakes in that region so a lot of boating related stuff around, plus the White Mountains and that whole area. the White Mountains area is beautiful and there is a lot to do.

MeanGirl · 08-14-2009

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Originally Posted by ispeed77

ah, gotcha

yeah, it is really nice up there. there are a few lakes in that region so a lot of boating related stuff around, plus the White Mountains and that whole area. the White Mountains area is beautiful and there is a lot to do.

I've been the the New England states twice about 16-yrs ago and both times were in the winter. I'd love to visit in warmer weather to check 'er out.

*jukief* · 08-14-2009

As a newcomer to the group, I selfishly vote for New Hampshire.

Or Massachusetts. Or Vermont. LOL

*jukief* · 08-14-2009

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Originally Posted by MeanGirl

I've been the the New England states twice about 16-yrs ago and both times were in the winter. I'd love to visit in warmer weather to check 'er out.

Come on up, Sandy!

*jukief* · 08-14-2009

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Originally Posted by ispeed77

Laconia bike week is kind of a joke Sandy, just a ton of bikes and cheap leather and stuff. if you go for the races it is cool, but the rally just isn't for me. Americade is a lot better, but it seems that the merchandise has moved towards the cheap leather stuff like Laconia in the past few years. it used to be all touring stuff and things that i might actually buy, but there seems to be less and less of that stuff each year.

I don't like those big rallies, either. Don't like the crowds. I don't think we'll be doing Laconia.

DebbieW · 08-15-2009

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Originally Posted by MeanGirl

I've been the the New England states twice about 16-yrs ago and both times were in the winter. I'd love to visit in warmer weather to check 'er out.

Someone could always organize a 2010 MA BTK Forum Ride.

mkelley · 08-15-2009

MeanGirl · 08-16-2009

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Originally Posted by jukief

Come on up, Sandy!

Well...since you asked so nice Julie. How can I refuse!

Redbeard · 08-16-2009

If I could be allowed to vote it would have to be W. Va. as I can only get so much time off of work. Although back in the 70's I spent a week in Bar harbor maine and it was gorgeous. I use to run scrap metal into N.H. out of Det. and that was very nice. Just keep me informed and I would try to make it wherever the majority chooses.

08-12-2009	#21 (permalink)
MeanGirl AKA Gravel Girl <Lola> Forum Supporter Join Date: May 2006 Location: Harrisburg, PA Posts: 3,934	North...South...it all sounds good. I have head from more than one person that the New England states offer some of the most beautiful rides. I'd like to point out one thing. I know Ispeed has pretty much traveled the country to meet a lot of forum members and he LOVES it. Not to put the focus on one person but...maybe it would be nice for a change if we all went his direction. Just some food for thought. I'll follow the crowd. __________________ 07 Meanie SE (Mine) 04 V2K Custom (ImpactG) MEMBER OF "SPOK'S BIKINI BIKER BOATING BABES" (SBBBB #1)

08-12-2009	#23 (permalink)
ispeed77 RIP Deron Harden :-( Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Gardner, MA Posts: 32,533	yeah, that's a tough position to be in. oh, and thanks Sandy __________________ David - Moderator 2002 Suzuki DRZ400 2003 1500 Meanie, scraping pipes and frame :-) In loving memory of Deron Harden, forever in our thoughts :-(

08-13-2009	#25 (permalink)
Loom Some Call me JD.. BTK Beginner Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Harrisburg, PA Posts: 112	ya know I hear boston has some great crab and lobster tails that i've always wanna try... Any of you guys sports fans? maybe wherever we go we could attend a Baseball game if we go earlier.. (i dunno just some idea's) __________________ ~Jon K.~ Proud Owner of a: 1995 Vulcan VN800

08-13-2009	#29 (permalink)
ispeed77 RIP Deron Harden :-( Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Gardner, MA Posts: 32,533	Laconia bike week is kind of a joke Sandy, just a ton of bikes and cheap leather and stuff. if you go for the races it is cool, but the rally just isn't for me. Americade is a lot better, but it seems that the merchandise has moved towards the cheap leather stuff like Laconia in the past few years. it used to be all touring stuff and things that i might actually buy, but there seems to be less and less of that stuff each year. __________________ David - Moderator 2002 Suzuki DRZ400 2003 1500 Meanie, scraping pipes and frame :-) In loving memory of Deron Harden, forever in our thoughts :-(

08-14-2009	#34 (permalink)
jukief I miss you, Deron Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Manchester, NH Posts: 19,469	As a newcomer to the group, I selfishly vote for New Hampshire. Or Massachusetts. Or Vermont. LOL __________________ In memory of my friend Deron Harden. Life isn't going to be the same without him.

08-15-2009	#38 (permalink)
mkelley Extreme Gizmologist Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Berwyn Heights, Maryland Posts: 2,086	+1 __________________ -Mike Chapter President, Maryland VRA my bikes my Meetup Group

08-16-2009	#40 (permalink)
Redbeard Forum Supporter Forum Supporter Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Flint Mi. Posts: 2,135	If I could be allowed to vote it would have to be W. Va. as I can only get so much time off of work. Although back in the 70's I spent a week in Bar harbor maine and it was gorgeous. I use to run scrap metal into N.H. out of Det. and that was very nice. Just keep me informed and I would try to make it wherever the majority chooses. __________________ Redbeard 2006 1600 classic Patriot Guard Rider #5776 Life ain't easy when your Fat and Greasy

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