Author Topic: The giant WG National threadfest (Read 575626 times)

Sheepdog · « **Reply #2220 on:** May 07, 2018, 03:48:42 PM »

I made it back to Waldheim; safe and sound. The trip went pretty smooth. There was a great variety of roadkill to see. My favorite was the ten foot alligator that was in a heap on the roadside in central Louisiana.

My thanks go out to all the folks this attendee got to meet in Cedar Vale. Who knew that there could be such a diverse group of folks who could find so much in common. Special thanks to Dusty and the Cedar Valeans who so generously shared their time (and cooking expertise) with us. If you haven�t met any forum members, I recommend you attend one (or more) of the WildGuzzi get-togethers. Truly, you will find august company and a fun time.

rodekyll · « **Reply #2221 on:** May 07, 2018, 06:34:53 PM »

Quote from: Mike Crenshaw on May 06, 2018, 10:19:18 PM

Props to Dusty and all those who put together a great rally. It was fun to put some faces to the names I've been seeing for several years. A special shout out to RoadKill for the Guzzidiag seminar. Dave, I don't know what you did but the EV has never run better on the ride back to Fort Worth. I still need to sync the TB's but most of the aggravating vibration was smoothed out.

You thought you might be running rich overall, so we trimmed the CO back from 0 to -5 just to see what happened. Folks were asking the value of tweaking the CO on the open loop ECUs. Sometimes the improvement from a simple tweak is all it takes, and it's a lot like changing the mix screw on a carburator -- if you don't like the result, you can just change it back.

JJ · « **Reply #2222 on:** May 07, 2018, 08:21:44 PM »

Here we are at the only Guzzi dealer in northern AZ (Prescott) Jim Knaup's Powersports Outlet on White Spar. On Saturday, Jim and crew put out the burgers / brats / hot dogs / buns / and all the condiments for us. Well done Jim and THANK YOU!!

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oldbike54 · « **Reply #2223 on:** May 08, 2018, 10:04:05 AM »

Just a few notes on this year's WG National .

Attendance was down very slightly , although we did have some first time attendees , not only to the event , but also to any sort of Guzzi gathering . We did feed about 55 on Sat evening , and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves , so we are calling this a success .

The small village of Cedar Vale showed us wonderful hospitality once again . The early returns indicate we raised over $1,000. , and the store owners say we made their month (especially the liquor store

)

As always , Dave , Rod , Wes , Rudy , Guzzistajohn , and Delrod performed their behind the scenes magic , and Prescott was masterful in his master of ceremonies duties .

Would like to recognize John Henry for being master-of-the-bathroom key . Next year we will place large signs on the bathroom doors reminding folks to turn the inside knob to the unlocked position before exiting the facilities

Our guy David in CV is working on adding bathrooms in the park , and also installing a hotwater tank over in the showers at the pool house . It just takes money .

Our visit to the City Council meeting was well received , at least so far none of the councilors have called us bad names

The guy who was driving the large Diesel truck commented that we were the most capable group of motorcycle riders he had ever encountered , you guys deserve to take a bow

We are already in the planning stages for next year , watch for the 2019 thread , we will be looking for suggestions about sights to see . Hard to actually visit every place worth seeing in the area in one year , despite what folks might think there are really quite a few interesting things to see and do in SE Kansas .

Had a chance to spend some quality time with Bill from Madison WI , and Matt from MN . What an interesting pair , met both before , but this year we had some free time together

Was great to see Cookie

Thanks everyone , we can't do this W/O you

Dusty

Wildguzzi.com · « **Reply #2223 on:** May 08, 2018, 10:04:05 AM »

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #2224 on:** May 08, 2018, 11:22:36 AM »

I think it went well, can't remember the last time I stayed up until 2:30 am laughing nearly the entire evening. I have only one suggestion for 2019 MORE COWBELL!!!!!

fubar guzzi · « **Reply #2225 on:** May 09, 2018, 09:40:52 AM »

Guzzista,I have no idea what Cow Bell is

Just got in from Cedar Vail,that was a long 280 mi,it felt more like 300.Other than being hung over all day Saturday that was a good time as usual.We made the front page of the local news paper with a good write up,tho we are generally refurred to as OLD GEEZERS I belive its remarkable that these old geezers came from four sides of Merica to converge on Cedar Vail thro every type weather.Thank you Dusty for puttin it all together,Diavel love your shrimp dude!!!See ya all next year

mjptexas · « **Reply #2226 on:** May 09, 2018, 10:28:12 AM »

Rolled the Cali into the garage last evening. Long way home through SW Missouri and Arkansas. Some great roads I had not been on before: 90 & 125 in Missouri and 123 in Arkansas. Thanks to everyone for the recommendations, and thanks for making my first Guzzi rally an enjoyable experience.

Gliderjohn · « **Reply #2227 on:** May 09, 2018, 12:18:51 PM »

Nice looking garage you got there.

GliderJohn

Luap McKeever · « **Reply #2228 on:** May 09, 2018, 01:08:48 PM »

Quote from: mjptexas on May 09, 2018, 10:28:12 AM

Rolled the Cali into the garage last evening. Long way home through SW Missouri and Arkansas. Some great roads I had not been on before: 90 & 125 in Missouri and 123 in Arkansas.

You rode 90? At one point you were within 2 miles of my house. It's a good ride for sure.

Zoom Zoom · « **Reply #2229 on:** May 09, 2018, 05:30:54 PM »

Road King and I got home a little after 2. (He probably beat me by 1/2 hour.) Anyway, all in all, a good ride out and back. 33F and snowing when I left, and yesterday, we were stopped in the road for a crash up ahead, ton of road construction delays, a detour, and such a bumpy road that it was a PITA! But, other than the first day, good weather prevailed and our ride excluded large cities and Interstates. We stayed ahead of predicted rain that was trailing behind us and we had a real nice ride.

Many thinks to Twowings for a fantastic ride through a wind farm, two Native American Museums, Wolorock (sp) Museum.

WHAT A GREAT DAY!!!!

John Henry

oldbike54 · « **Reply #2230 on:** November 09, 2018, 02:49:48 PM »

So here we are again , time for another Wild Guzzi National in Cedar Vale KS . Seems like only yesterday we were all gathered in our home away from home , safely ensconced in Hewins Park enjoying the hospitality of the locals .

As always , there will be a couple of group rides , we visited Woolaroc in Bartlesville last year , and in past years have visited the motorbike museum in Augusta . Thinking this year we can do a local waterfall tour , with maybe a bit of history added in . Any suggestions .

As in previous years , we'll figure out Wed and Thur evening meals . Fri eve BBQ and Sat morn breakfast provided by the city for donations .
Sat evening will of course be the catfish and hushpuppie feast , covered in the rally fee .

The rally fee is $25.00 per person , $35.00 per couple . That will cover all of your camping fees and the catfish feed, the cutoff date for deposits is April 22 , gives me time to preorder the food and supplies , will start an attendee list shortly .

Any more questions ?

Oh , we will have 2 more showers and toilets available at the poolhouse , about 300 feet from the pavilion .

So time to get out those checkbooks or money orders , you don't want to miss this one .

Mail deposits to

Dusty Turner
PO Box 1223
Muskogee OK 74401 .

rocker59 · « **Reply #2231 on:** November 09, 2018, 03:02:00 PM »

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #2232 on:** November 09, 2018, 03:08:44 PM »

Trying to imagine a radio show about us.........They ride, eat, and tell a joke or two and fall asleep............. .......and now on to your local Kansas news. zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

oldbike54 · « **Reply #2233 on:** November 09, 2018, 03:27:01 PM »

Quote from: Guzzistajohn on November 09, 2018, 03:08:44 PM

Trying to imagine a radio show about us.........They ride, eat, and tell a joke or two and fall asleep............. .......and now on to your local Kansas news. zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

We could start trouble next year ... well , as much trouble as a bunch of geezers are capable of

Dusty

PJPR01 · « **Reply #2234 on:** November 09, 2018, 03:30:19 PM »

Guzzi Riders Reviving Cedar Vale

Guzzi Riders boost Cedar Vale Economy

Sleepy town welcomes Sleepy Riders

Former Racers Slow down in Cedar Vale

Just a few headlines which come to mind!

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #2235 on:** November 09, 2018, 03:43:33 PM »

Quote from: PJPR01 on November 09, 2018, 03:30:19 PM

Guzzi Riders Reviving Cedar Vale

Guzzi Riders boost Cedar Vale Economy

Sleepy town welcomes Sleepy Riders

Former Racers Slow down in Cedar Vale

Just a few headlines which come to mind!

Cigar smoke cloud gags Cedar Vale

City sewer system pushed to the limit in CV

Cats fight for motorcyclists leftovers at Hewen's park

Mazola shortage hits Cedar Vale

Local canines find weekend friends

CV police receive call of sawmill sounds from park

PJPR01 · « **Reply #2236 on:** November 09, 2018, 03:53:14 PM »

Now that's funny!

Neighbors Feared for Tobacco Barn, as the sound of logs being sawed continued thru the night!

SmithSwede · « **Reply #2237 on:** November 09, 2018, 03:56:55 PM »

yes on auction.

Personally, I think the T-shirts are more trouble than they are worth, so I'd be fine skipping the hassle.

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #2238 on:** November 09, 2018, 05:21:36 PM »

Quote from: SmithSwede on November 09, 2018, 03:56:55 PM

yes on auction.

Personally, I think the T-shirts are more trouble than they are worth, so I'd be fine skipping the hassle.

I concur, the auction was fun, I have some misc. crap I need to get rid of already. T shirts are a hassle.

Gliderjohn · « **Reply #2239 on:** November 09, 2018, 05:24:10 PM »

How about I bring a Guzzi T-Shirt that I never quite bonded with that can be auctioned?
GliderJohn

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #2240 on:** November 09, 2018, 05:34:08 PM »

Quote from: gliderjohn on November 09, 2018, 05:24:10 PM

How about I bring a Guzzi T-Shirt that I never quite bonded with that can be auctioned?
GliderJohn

I guess that's better than one that has been heavily bonded with

EldoMike · « **Reply #2241 on:** November 09, 2018, 11:00:52 PM »

I'll donate a few NEW T shirts even if I can't make the rally....

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #2242 on:** November 10, 2018, 07:05:31 AM »

Quote from: EldoMike on November 09, 2018, 11:00:52 PM

I'll donate a few NEW T shirts even if I can't make the rally....

that's cool mike! we'll auction them off and donate to the cause!

Texas Turnip · « **Reply #2243 on:** November 10, 2018, 10:12:19 AM »

I like the auction. Last year they had a weirdo that even bid against himself. If he attends, don't expect to get anything cheap. LMAO
Tex

Shorty · « **Reply #2244 on:** November 10, 2018, 11:29:28 AM »

Quote from: EldoMike on November 09, 2018, 11:00:52 PM

I'll donate a few NEW T shirts even if I can't make the rally....

Ya got one in 3 or 4xl??

EldoMike · « **Reply #2245 on:** November 10, 2018, 11:41:16 AM »

Quote from: Shorty on November 10, 2018, 11:29:28 AM

Ya got one in 3 or 4xl??

Lets not clog up this thread...contact me direct if someone wants to talk about the T's..

guzzi4me · « **Reply #2246 on:** November 10, 2018, 08:18:08 PM »

Quote from: PJPR01 on November 09, 2018, 03:30:19 PM

Guzzi Riders Reviving Cedar Vale

Guzzi Riders boost Cedar Vale Economy

Sleepy town welcomes Sleepy Riders

Former Racers Slow down in Cedar Vale

Just a few headlines which come to mind!

Guzzi biker gang buys all the beer in Cedar Vale!!