Author Topic: Indiana N-A-R May 31-June 2 (Read 5584 times)

kidsmoke · « **on:** February 15, 2019, 07:42:30 AM »

We're giving this another try. You may recall we scheduled this for the same weekend last year. It was coming together really well, we were pretty excited, lot's of interest, and...one week prior to the event my son found himself in a coma in a Chicago Hospital. Even despite that significant event, I felt bad cancelling, but had to, clearly.

Well here we are. My son rebounded from that event pretty well, btw. And we'd like to give this another go.

The local Indy Ton-Up club will be having an event in the city that weekend, and that will serve as a draw/distraction to build our event around. I've got a very large place, well suited to camping and revelry at the far NW extreme of the city limits. Room for tents, bikes, the odd pop up or two. Several of the Indiana crew will be in service, manning grills, coffee pots, fire pits, tire swings and the like.

If you are on Facebook, there is an event page where you can note your intention and keep posted. This thread will be treated similarly.

come one, come all. We'd love to have you.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2170575936537538/

these photos show the setting pretty well. There outta be lots of room to stretch out. The Big Eagle Creek runs through my property and some say the fishing is pretty good.

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #1 on:** February 15, 2019, 07:54:14 AM »

Yep, we'll be there of course.

What is the event?

kidsmoke · « **Reply #2 on:** February 15, 2019, 08:05:02 AM »

Quote from: Chuck in Indiana on February 15, 2019, 07:54:14 AM

Yep, we'll be there of course. What is the event?

Jeff knows more than I do Chuck, but it sounds like the same Rockers Reunion gig as in years past. Apparently it's the 'sponsorship' that is a hot potato. Jeff talked to whoever is heading it up before we pulled the trigger on this. He was assured it was a go, so we in turn decided the N-A-R was a go.

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #3 on:** February 15, 2019, 08:31:12 AM »

Cool.

Wildguzzi.com · « **Reply #3 on:** February 15, 2019, 08:31:12 AM »

handyandy · « **Reply #4 on:** February 15, 2019, 03:54:55 PM »

Well we can try it again. Might have us to bring some of their favorite brews and or bourbon.

BrotherJim · « **Reply #5 on:** February 16, 2019, 09:34:21 AM »

Quote from: kidsmoke on February 15, 2019, 08:05:02 AM

Jeff knows more than I do Chuck, but it sounds like the same Rockers Reunion gig as in years past. Apparently it's the 'sponsorship' that is a hot potato. Jeff talked to whoever is heading it up before we pulled the trigger on this. He was assured it was a go, so we in turn decided the N-A-R was a go.

As a Ton Up member, I'll tell you what I know. The Ton Up Club will be arranging a ride on June 1 that will terminate at The Cannon Ball Brewing Company off of 17th and Bellefontaine in Indy. We're calling it "The Rocker's Run." A few years back, we passed the "Rocker's Reunion" show along to some motivated individuals who were able to maintain what the club could no longer deliver. It is now simply known as "The Reunion." As a club, we are looking to get back to something simple with more of a focus on riding and having fun. I'm picturing it to be more like a gathering at The Steer Inn for VinMoto. I spoke with one of the organizers of the Reunion show, and they are not ready to release a date at this time. With what I'm guessing as your focus being more about getting together with fellow Guzzi enthusiasts and doing some riding, I think "The Rocker's Run" could play well with your expectations. I'd love to camp at your place, Kip, if I could.

oldbike54 · « **Reply #6 on:** February 16, 2019, 09:45:08 AM »

Great dog

Dusty

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #7 on:** February 16, 2019, 11:25:42 AM »

What's not to like about a brewery called Cannonball?

We are sort of beer geeks, and haven't heard of this one. There are *many* good breweries popping up in the Indy area..

https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/cannon-ball-brewing-company-indianapolis?reviewid=QlFXgcdVTwe5bWsOQQQN4A&select=0BlUYNA2zgb_j-aMuSQZew

blu guzz · « **Reply #8 on:** February 16, 2019, 11:43:09 AM »

what kind of dog is that brown one in the background?

BrotherJim · « **Reply #9 on:** February 16, 2019, 11:45:09 AM »

And this place is right across the street.

https://westforkwhiskey.com/home/

During the MotoGP season, Cannonball televises the races on Sunday. Lots of folks show up on their Ducatis.

twowings · « **Reply #10 on:** February 16, 2019, 12:29:42 PM »

What fortunate timing!

http://www.motogp.com/en/event/Italy

kidsmoke · « **Reply #11 on:** February 18, 2019, 07:07:46 AM »

Quote from: BrotherJim on February 16, 2019, 09:34:21 AM

As a Ton Up member, I'll tell you what I know. The Ton Up Club will be arranging a ride on June 1 that will terminate at The Cannon Ball Brewing Company off of 17th and Bellefontaine in Indy. We're calling it "The Rocker's Run."

I'd love to camp at your place, Kip, if I could.

You are most welcome Jim, regardless of ride.
Saw a couple of your Ton Up Brethren at the Indy Motorcycle Expo, and that was the story. I guess it was Udo that told Jeff the 1st was the date. Either way, the N-A-R is on, and gaining momentum.

Quote from: oldbike54 on February 16, 2019, 09:45:08 AM

Great dog

Brodie is an excellent host, and will protect all attendees from massive and threatening Fox Squirrels that terrorize our area. be prepared to toss a tennis ball or two as compensation.

BrotherJim · « **Reply #12 on:** February 18, 2019, 08:26:30 AM »

Oh, good. You got to meet Udo... although I imagine you may have run into him before. He's the official Ton-Up Indy cat herder!

kidsmoke · « **Reply #13 on:** February 18, 2019, 08:57:26 AM »

Quote from: BrotherJim on February 18, 2019, 08:26:30 AM

Oh, good. You got to meet Udo... although I imagine you may have run into him before. He's the official Ton-Up Indy cat herder!

Nope, I may have in the past, but he wasn't there Saturday. Sean and Dave were. Jeff spoke with Udo separately. I was just told he was the source of the affirmative vote.

BrotherJim · « **Reply #14 on:** February 18, 2019, 10:12:20 AM »

kidsmoke · « **Reply #15 on:** May 24, 2019, 08:01:38 AM »

Bumping this TTT

Next Thursday a couple will roll in, Friday, few more. Saturday outta be a hoot, and we've been invited to participate in the local Ton Up clubs Vintage ride. An 80 miler that ends at Cannon Ball Brewing, a Moto centric establishment in central Indy. By Moto centric I mean Moto GP, always on the tele, and not the other social Biking tribe we all know and love.

Separately, for those not wanting to battle any degree of urban madness, we're talking about some Indiana country touring west of Indianapolis to Newport In. Covered bridges and whatnot.

Hope any of ya'll can make it.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2184286271885999/

BrotherJim · « **Reply #16 on:** May 24, 2019, 04:30:40 PM »

Looking forward to it, Kip! It will ne a busy weekend for me, but I will catch up with y'all at some point. Riding the Cali, of course!

Ratso88 · « **Reply #17 on:** May 24, 2019, 07:22:38 PM »

Well alright !

I weaseled a couple days off work from the OM last night so count me in

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #18 on:** May 25, 2019, 07:46:01 AM »

Quote from: Ratso88 on May 24, 2019, 07:22:38 PM

Well alright !

I weaseled a couple days off work from the OM last night so count me in

Kool. Where ya from, Ratso? What you riding?
(thinly disguised bump to the top)

nobleswood · « **Reply #19 on:** May 25, 2019, 05:50:24 PM »

Putting in my 'Honey do' hours this weekend to get over there for Friday night, camp & tall tales around the campfire & into Saturday.

Riding the Griso with good tyres on it so Chuck doesn't have to loan me the Scura again :

Looking forward to it

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #20 on:** May 25, 2019, 06:51:42 PM »

Quote from: nobleswood on May 25, 2019, 05:50:24 PM

Putting in my 'Honey do' hours this weekend to get over there for Friday night, camp & tall tales around the campfire & into Saturday.

Riding the Griso with good tyres on it so Chuck doesn't have to loan me the Scura again :

Looking forward to it

Ratso88 · « **Reply #21 on:** May 25, 2019, 06:55:49 PM »

Quote from: Chuck in Indiana on May 25, 2019, 07:46:01 AM

Kool. Where ya from, Ratso? What you riding?
(thinly disguised bump to the top)

Hey Chuck, I'm out of Indianapolis, riding the Griso.

We met in Lebanon last club meeting.

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #22 on:** May 25, 2019, 07:46:07 PM »

Ahh, you're Ratso..

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #23 on:** May 26, 2019, 05:32:57 PM »

Kip, we have a big coffee pot. Want us to bring it? We can go to Costco and get mondo stuff for cheap. (Guzzi content) Need labor?
If you already have all this covered.. nevermind.

(another thinly disguised bump to the top. Time is getting short..)

kidsmoke · « **Reply #24 on:** May 28, 2019, 11:28:23 AM »

Hey Chuck, Got a industrial sized Coffee pot ready to go. Thanks for the offer.
gonna hit up your email outside of here.

To all, first arrivals will start rollin' in thursday afternoon. So the sippin' starts then.

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #25 on:** May 28, 2019, 01:47:33 PM »

Quote from: kidsmoke on May 28, 2019, 11:28:23 AM

Hey Chuck, Got a industrial sized Coffee pot ready to go. Thanks for the offer.
gonna hit up your email outside of here.

To all, first arrivals will start rollin' in thursday afternoon. So the sippin' starts then.

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #26 on:** May 30, 2019, 01:54:33 PM »

Kip got caught up in some w ww work related stuff, so Dorcia and I made a Costco run and picked up enough food, etc. to feed the multitudes tonight and tomorrow.

Depending on how many show up, Kip may have to make another run.
He's out mowing as we speak. The grounds are fine.

The weather looks decent to me. It'll probably rain Saturday night. Travel weather coming and going should be ok.
Looking fwd to seeing y'all..

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #27 on:** May 30, 2019, 07:08:03 PM »

Hoo wee! Now, that was some rain.

I thought I'd run back to Kips and see who had shown up. The wx radar said there was a little cell that might be an issue, but no big deal, really. I've been Jonesing for a Scura ride, so took it. The only problem is no luggage, so I didn't take my rain pants or overgloves.

You can see where this is heading.

To make a long story short, cars were on the side of the road with their flashers going. The good news? The SIDI boots that I'd bought at the Cedar Vale auction for maybe 12 dollars (Guzzi content) are completely waterproof.

The bad news is my Olympia jacket which I've had in rain several times isn't. Maybe it needs a bath in Nikwax?
Oh, well.. the Mighty Scura sloughed it off like the lady she is. My Scura Jones is satisfied. Tomorrow is another day.

oldbike54 · « **Reply #28 on:** May 30, 2019, 07:31:49 PM »

^^^Glad those boots worked out , kinda made the trio to Cedar Vale worth , right Chuckie ?

Tell those Indiana folks hello .

Dusty

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #29 on:** May 30, 2019, 07:55:32 PM »

Quote from: oldbike54 on May 30, 2019, 07:31:49 PM

^^^Glad those boots worked out , kinda made the trio to Cedar Vale worth , right Chuckie ?

Tell those Indiana folks hello .

Dusty

Yeah, those boots were the bargain of the century.

I'll give the Indiana (and Kentucky and Tennessee) folks your best.

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