2010 PA Forum Ride Planning Poll

[pitchinguy]

Originally Posted by MeanGirl

Yo Gary buddy! Yea...it's been WAY TOO long since we've seen you. I wish it was carpal tunnel. That would be an easy fix. I have arthritis in both thumbs (diagnosed about a year ago). I get a lot of pain in my hands and when I ride my hands go numb. I've been taking anti-inflammatory drugs for the past year but it did squat. I want to talk to my doctor to see what other options are out there. I saw a commercial for Tylenol Arthritis. Might give that a whirl.

Well that's a flippin bummer!! I'm w/Debbie, might be time to check out another Dr. If you haven't already, google arthritis cures & remedies. Tons of sites. Might find something that helps. This one looked interesting:
Arthritis cures and remedies Remedies to cure Arthritis pain

[DebbieW]

Here is the info on the Old Clark Inn. I have not blocked the rooms yet. Please let me know if I should go ahead and block them. This is for Aug 5 - 8th 2010

1. Private Bath Rooms - They have 6 rooms with a queen size bed and 1 room with a full size and a twin bed. The cost is $57 for a single and $72 for a double. Tax is not included in this quote.

2. They have a few rooms that would share a bathroom with another room. Not sure if we are interested in any of these types of rooms. The price would be slightly less for these rooms.

3. If the blocked rooms are filled up, they will direct those people to a nearby establishment in town. Didn't provide names over the phone which I understand since they probably want our business first.

I will also post this on the other 2010 thread to make sure everyone sees this.

[vulcancowboy]

What is their cancellation policy? I'm planning on being there, not sure what room type I want, depends on if my son gets a bike by then. I'm flexible as to the room type. I say block some rooms before they're gone as long as you're not left holding the bag if people back out.

Funny thing is I rode right by this place this summer, there were a bunch of BMW riders there then (guess they're not very fussy about their clientele!) Sorry Martin!

[MeanGirl]

Originally Posted by vulcancowboy

Sandy, how can someone as young and good lookin' as you have arthritis? Now myself on the other hand..... I have arthritis in my spine, thankfully, it doesnt' bother me too often.

Ok Jim...what is it you want? Name it, it's yours!

Ouch, the spine huh. That would be nasty on a bad day.

[DebbieW]

Originally Posted by vulcancowboy

What is their cancellation policy?

Forgot to ask that. They only hold the rooms to a certain date. Will call back later and ask.

[DebbieW]

Additional info. They do not normally take reservations this far in advance but here is what they told me.

Cancellation policy: with 7 days notice full refund less a $10 service fee.

Deposit: Will take full amount in advance but is 100% refundable less $10 with 7 days advance notice.

[NCDave]

Hopefully some of the southern folks can make it and fill up the rooms. I plan to be there for sure.

[MeanGirl]

Originally Posted by pitchinguy

Well that's a flippin bummer!! I'm w/Debbie, might be time to check out another Dr. If you haven't already, google arthritis cures & remedies. Tons of sites. Might find something that helps. This one looked interesting:
Arthritis cures and remedies Remedies to cure Arthritis pain

Hey...massage therapy is in the mix! I like THAT web page.

[MeanGirl]

Originally Posted by DebbieW

Maybe try another doctor for another opinion. You never know, they may have an idea on something else you can try.

I do want to talk to my doctor again to check on additional options. Anti-inflammatory drugs were step one. I'm ready for step two.

[NCDave]

cortisone shots???

[DebbieW]

Maybe we can go from Carlisle to Marlinton via Skyline Drive. It would mean slabbing a portion of the ride but if it's nice out, it would be a nice ride. It would be a long day though but doable. We could also do 2/3 of Skyline Drive if time becomes an issue. If it's raining, we could have an alternate plan.

from:carlisle, pa to:Skyline Dr to:Skyline Dr to:38.208511,-78.75 to:marlinton, wv - Google Maps

[vulcancowboy]

Originally Posted by DebbieW

Maybe we can go from Carlisle to Marlinton via Skyline Drive. It would mean slabbing a portion of the ride but if it's nice out, it would be a nice ride. It would be a long day though but doable. We could also do 2/3 of Skyline Drive if time becomes an issue. If it's raining, we could have an alternate plan.

from:carlisle, pa to:Skyline Dr to:Skyline Dr to:38.208511,-78.75 to:marlinton, wv - Google Maps

We could do it, but it would be a long day. Google Maps says 7.5 hours and thats without stopping.

[DebbieW]

Originally Posted by vulcancowboy

We could do it, but it would be a long day. Google Maps says 7.5 hours and thats without stopping.

That's why I thought maybe part of it to shorten the ride. Just a thought. Can you tell I was bored the past few days?

[MeanGirl]

Originally Posted by NCDave

cortisone shots???

Good suggestion. I might have to ask about that.

[pitchinguy]

Cortisone shots are flippin schweeeet!!!.........in the right situation!

[jdpenn]

I like the Skyline drive idea, but it would be a long day. Maybe it could be one of the days loop rides while we're down there instead, or hit it on the way home. Whatever, but for those who haven't been on Skyline, they've got to ride it if we are that close. I'm sure others would agree.

And that Old Clark Inn looks pretty neat. Must be owned by Jim's relatives!

[DebbieW]

Originally Posted by jdpenn

I like the Skyline drive idea, but it would be a long day. Maybe it could be one of the days loop rides while we're down there instead, or hit it on the way home. Whatever, but for those who haven't been on Skyline, they've got to ride it if we are that close. I'm sure others would agree.

And that Old Clark Inn looks pretty neat. Must be owned by Jim's relatives!

Plenty of time to figure out if Skyline Drive is feasible.

[rbentnail]

Originally Posted by NCDave

Hopefully some of the southern folks can make it and fill up the rooms. I plan to be there for sure.

Welp, I voted "don't care", go with what the majority thinks. I'll plan on being there but it's too long to plan for vacation time. I'll have a much better idea around March.

[MeanGirl]

Originally Posted by pitchinguy

Cortisone shots are flippin schweeeet!!!.........in the right situation!

One of these days you'll have to tell me what you consider the "right situation!"

[DebbieW]

Originally Posted by jdpenn

I like the Skyline drive idea, but it would be a long day. Maybe it could be one of the days loop rides while we're down there instead, or hit it on the way home. Whatever, but for those who haven't been on Skyline, they've got to ride it if we are that close. I'm sure others would agree.

Still procrastinating doing my boring job (have to do some number crunching) so I was looking at this. I may decide to leave the group on Saturday morning and take Skyline Drive and stay overnight in Front Royal, VA. It is a long ride for me to go home directly from Marlinton (7 hours 44 minutes without stopping).

Alternatively, a loop ride is also possible. But it looks like it would be just as long as taking Skyline Drive from Carlisle.