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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: Wayne Orwig on July 08, 2015, 07:44:46 PM
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Anyone going.
July 31, Aug 1 & 2.
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I am in. Leaving Palm Coast, Fl friday the 31st early a.m. Looking forward to it.
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One of my favorite campouts. Unfortunately I won't be going for the 2nd year in a row. Last year it was knee surgery. This year it is the same time as my 50th HS Reunion. I'm sure the campout would be more fun, but "the one who must be obeyed" would really like to go the reunion. Guess where I'm going this year. I hope to make the Georgia campout later this year.
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Will there be another whiskey competition like last year? If so I'll be there :thumb:
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Will there be another whiskey competition like last year?
What? My interest has been peaked.
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Will there be another whiskey competition like last year? If so I'll be there :thumb:
That sounds like a plan.....
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What? My interest has been peaked.
My memory is a little fuzzy, but I recall some of the the entries were:
Basil Hayden
Angel's Envy
A Woodford Reserve of some sort
Bulleit
Not sure which one won however. The official pourer, Muley, lost sight of the sample size and we had a hard time tallying the votes. :copcar:
Also there were debates of which cigar paired better with a particular hooch but I don't recall how that ended up either.
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Missed it last year, even though these are my home roads.. will deff be there this year!
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My memory is a little fuzzy, but I recall some of the the entries were:
Basil Hayden
Angel's Envy
A Woodford Reserve of some sort
Bulleit
Not sure which one won however. The official pourer, Muley, lost sight of the sample size and we had a hard time tallying the votes. :copcar:
Also there were debates of which cigar paired better with a particular hooch but I don't recall how that ended up either.
This is starting to sound like my kind of gathering.....
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I remember helping a couple of you find your respective tents.....(http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s180/ndicroce/emoticons/drinkin.gif) (http://s152.photobucket.com/user/ndicroce/media/emoticons/drinkin.gif.html)..... but the Bourbon was good! :wink:
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Guys, I have never been to this campground.. is there an earthen ramp or anything for loading/unloading a non running bike from a pickup? I might bring this ambo I just bought instead of riding in...
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Guys, I have never been to this campground.. is there an earthen ramp or anything for loading/unloading a non running bike from a pickup? I might bring this ambo I just bought instead of riding in...
There's a ramp and car/trailer parking outside the campground.
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There's a ramp and car/trailer parking outside the campground.
I may roll out the Ambo and lean a sign on it that says 'loop experts come give opinions/advice' and sit there with a notebook, scribbling.
I got a bit of a frankenbike here, and missing more than a couple pieces.. Deff would like some advice.
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My memory is a little fuzzy, but I recall some of the the entries were:
Basil Hayden
Angel's Envy
A Woodford Reserve of some sort
Bulleit
Not sure which one won however. The official pourer, Muley, lost sight of the sample size and we had a hard time tallying the votes. :copcar:
Also there were debates of which cigar paired better with a particular hooch but I don't recall how that ended up either.
Actually, it was Belle Meade, and as I recall the Basil Hayden came out on top. (Although I did have some Angel Envy Tuesday night, and it's pretty good, too.) BTW, I was pouring my own so my memory should be reliable. Any inkling of cigars will send me far, far away.
Howard
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Guys, I have never been to this campground.. is there an earthen ramp or anything for loading/unloading a non running bike from a pickup? I might bring this ambo I just bought instead of riding in...
Is this a Harley rally????? Oops, sorry, just saw the "Ambo". :grin: :grin: :grin:
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Actually, it was Belle Meade, and as I recall the Basil Hayden came out on top. (Although I did have some Angel Envy Tuesday night, and it's pretty good, too.) BTW, I was pouring my own so my memory should be reliable. Any inkling of cigars will send me far, far away.
Howard
Everyone bitched about the Woodford but somehow it disappeared first.
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I'll be there with Bill 929, and hopefully, a recent Guzzi convert from Triumph, Mike from Patrick Springs, VA.
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Everyone bitched about the Woodford but somehow it disappeared first.
I've been "Turning Japanese" this year so depending on what I have left I may bring something from the island. Nikka Coffey Grain is my personal favorite (I'm a corn liquor guy anyway) but Suntory has been a hit with the Scotch guys around here.
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I"m going to get there early this year and head over to the Dragon on Thursday or Friday. BTW here is a link to the tshirt. I'm trying something new. Order yours direct. Can customize your selection. Change shirt type or only print one side. the link is for a two sided shirt.
http://www.ooshirts.com/designapp/sharing/1027914149
Link should work now.
(http://www.ooshirts.com/gen_image/1144910381%20Front.jpg)
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Shannon and I will be there. We're leaving Friday morning, so should be there mid-afternoon. I'll get with you Wayne and see about riding up together.
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I'll be there. Heading up from Charlotte on Friday morning. Do we need to register or do we just show up?
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I'll be there. Heading up from Charlotte on Friday morning. Do we need to register or do we just show up?
Just show up for this one.
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My memory is a little fuzzy, but I recall some of the the entries were:
Basil Hayden
Angel's Envy
A Woodford Reserve of some sort
Bulleit
Not sure which one won however. The official pourer, Muley, lost sight of the sample size and we had a hard time tallying the votes. :copcar:
My vote goes for Angel's Envy.
Mike
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Only picture I have from last year.
(http://i1354.photobucket.com/albums/q692/2jabam3/10329191_10202331873080387_2228750147033590143_n_zpsusofvnbf.jpg) (http://s1354.photobucket.com/user/2jabam3/media/10329191_10202331873080387_2228750147033590143_n_zpsusofvnbf.jpg.html)
:boozing:
Matt
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I'll be there. Heading up from Charlotte on Friday morning. Do we need to register or do we just show up?
Just show up Kevin.. no rally fee, there is a resto on site for meals, so no catering. You will have to pay for camping
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I'll not be there again for the umpteenth time. Wisconsin Rally the same weekend as usual. Guess I am expected to be there. Besides Wi. has better beer :boozing:
I did stay at the campground one time on my way through the area, Nice setting.
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Matt,
Are you stopping by?
Nick
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I'll not be there again for the umpteenth time. Wisconsin Rally the same weekend as usual. Guess I am expected to be there. Besides Wi. has better beer :boozing:
I did stay at the campground one time on my way through the area, Nice setting.
WI has better beer than WNC? not by a long shot :-D
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I"m going to get there early this year and head over to the Dragon on Thursday or Friday. BTW here is a link to the tshirt. I'm trying something new. Order yours direct. Can customize your selection. Change shirt type or only print one side. the link is for a two sided shirt.
http://www.ooshirts.com/d/1199471940
Link should work now.
Nice shirt!
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Matt,
Are you stopping by?
Nick
Yes :grin: No :sad: Maybe :undecided: We want to. All depends if we get the wheel chair ramp and power chair in time.
(http://i1354.photobucket.com/albums/q692/2jabam3/DSC_0005_zpsucytxnck.jpg) (http://s1354.photobucket.com/user/2jabam3/media/DSC_0005_zpsucytxnck.jpg.html)
:boozing:
Matt
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I am certainly planning to be there, this time with a brand new (to me) bottle of bourbon. It was purchased in upstate NY by one of my sons and presented to me for father's day. I have not molested the seal yet. Just in case the northern brew is swill, I will also bring my personal favorite - Gentleman Jack.
I have invited the boss lady to attend but only if she rides the EV up there. Surprisingly, she didn't rule that out :undecided: Here is the logistical problem if she decides to call my bluff. It will be the Pisgah Inn for her and probably me as well since there is no way on earth to carry her, her three day supply of clothes, etc. and my camping gear too. So it's either stay at the Inn which means no bourbon contest or sleep on the sofa yet again.
In any event, I will see y'all there :thumb:
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Expect to see the Brothers Sokohl there, along with some Chattanooga Whiskey.
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Looking forward to seeing everyone. Hopefully, there will be a little less rain than VA!
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fresh cigars just arrived. got to :thumb: smoke them somewhere!
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I am certainly planning to be there, this time with a brand new (to me) bottle of bourbon. It was purchased in upstate NY by one of my sons and presented to me for father's day. I have not molested the seal yet. Just in case the northern brew is swill, I will also bring my personal favorite - Gentleman Jack.
I just ordered my entrance and it will be here on Friday. I'm going with one I've never tried so I bought another bottle to "sample" this weekend. This one isn't from Japan however. I'm going for a little "Rocky Mountain Way"
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Planing to be there for the 5th consecutive time. :thumb: Time sure flies.
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Anyone going.
July 31, Aug 1 & 2.
Just back from a 4 day camping run up to Unicoi, Little Switzerland, Linville Falls, Roan Mtn .... just a great time. We were fortunate in looked like rain every day but not a drop, temps under 80 everyday. Found the best tent only campground but just not going to share, if you you spend time on Google Earth, you might find this gem. Also, so many semi single lane roads along the streams and farms, beyond expectations but took days of mapping the best way points in my GPS.
This is a folder of 2 mixed trips, one on the Stelvio and prior on my Versys. They both have their pluses and minuses in the twisties.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/71375941@N02/sets/72157644597898112 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/71375941@N02/sets/72157644597898112)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfOg-x39FF4 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfOg-x39FF4)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/288/19810026921_f468258120_k.jpg)
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Great pictures! What road was this road taken on? It's labelled Roan Park Canyon 2 if the link doesn't work.
https://flic.kr/p/nhgtGD (https://flic.kr/p/nhgtGD)
Believe it or not, I have been looking for it for a while.
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Great pictures! What road was this road taken on? It's labelled Roan Park Canyon 2 if the link doesn't work.
https://flic.kr/p/nhgtGD (https://flic.kr/p/nhgtGD)
Believe it or not, I have been looking for it for a while.
Take the 143 out of Roan Mtn State Park up to the Appalachia Trail cross over into NC on the 261. JUst a great ride.
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Well, Phooey! I had hoped to make this rally, but now it looks like my schedule just won't permit. I would ask you to save me some bourbon, but I'm sure there will be more next year.
Howard
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The sport is running and back in action...will be leaving the Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky are on Friday morning and heading down!
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I'll be heading down as well with Woody. :thumb:
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Forecast is looking up!
https://flic.kr/p/wjuVw4
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I read this whole thread and still don't know where on the Parkway this is taking place. Where is Cruso?
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It's on route 276 right outside Asheville North Carolina. Nearest larger town to the north is Waynesville.
Oops. Thx, Nick.
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Near Maggie Valley. Put Blueridge Motorcycle Campground in Google, its not that hard to find
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Thanks. I'm in Oak Ridge, TN, so I'll try to make it.
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Several folks from the Knoxville area are regulars at this rally.
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It's on route 276 right outside Asheville North Carolina. Nearest larger town to the north is Waynesville.
Fixed it for you :wink:
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If nothing unforeseen happens I will be leaving for this event on Friday morning. Anyone from the northeast Florida area going?
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If nothing unforeseen happens I will be leaving for this event on Friday morning. Anyone from the northeast Florida area going?
Yes, I'm from Jacksonville (part time resident of FL and NC). But I'm not coming directly from there. I'm riding over from West Jefferson, NC (near Boone).
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Sunday morning eight years ago.
(http://i1354.photobucket.com/albums/q692/2jabam3/Cheryl/Picture%20069_zpsxebar8iy.jpg) (http://s1354.photobucket.com/user/2jabam3/media/Cheryl/Picture%20069_zpsxebar8iy.jpg.html)
I was on my way home. :boozing:
Ma t t
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Damn, the weather forecast looks great! I can't miss it again this year. I'm in. Wayne, you leading a ride Saturday?
If nothing unforeseen happens I will be leaving for this event on Friday morning. Anyone from the northeast Florida area going?
I'll be leaving Jax area Friday a.m.
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Brian- sent you a p.m.
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Damn, the weather forecast looks great! I can't miss it again this year. I'm in. Wayne, you leading a ride Saturday?
Depends on how much pain medication I have, artificial Friday night, and actual on Saturday morning. :boozing:
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My favorite rally. Missed only one since '03 with excuse then that I was enroute back home from Alaska. Broke right foot Monday. Will miss this year due to being....
A wimp :embarrassed: :cry:
Y'all have fun and be safe!
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Russ, didn't I just hear you over by the wishin' well? :boozing:
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Great group! My first time at Cruso & only my second rally overall; we will definitely be back!
Rode out Friday solo and brought Lisa on Saturday... Perhaps we will camp next year, but considering the campground is less than an hour from the house.. Who knows!
A couple pics of my favorite bikes!
Two very nice wire wheel 1000s in the CORRECT/FASTEST color scheme
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f365/captcaliber/B11E222F-162F-436B-92B8-2DC23A2DEEE2_zpsm8bb8n4x.jpg) (http://s51.photobucket.com/user/captcaliber/media/B11E222F-162F-436B-92B8-2DC23A2DEEE2_zpsm8bb8n4x.jpg.html)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f365/captcaliber/EF998E82-3D06-4A43-BFC2-1D4164E58D50_zps4b42vl9h.jpg) (http://s51.photobucket.com/user/captcaliber/media/EF998E82-3D06-4A43-BFC2-1D4164E58D50_zps4b42vl9h.jpg.html)
Steve Juvenil's Tenni was the first I've seen in person, couldn't get a clear pic, had jackets & stuff all over it
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f365/captcaliber/3DA0BE7C-FEAE-4910-BC4E-BEC20F73DCDA_zpshe21bg33.jpg) (http://s51.photobucket.com/user/captcaliber/media/3DA0BE7C-FEAE-4910-BC4E-BEC20F73DCDA_zpshe21bg33.jpg.html)
Cool little v50 cafe rat I loved this one just made me smile
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f365/captcaliber/835696C9-0409-499A-AE8F-E42EB4B2D03F_zpsuggmzjrj.jpg) (http://s51.photobucket.com/user/captcaliber/media/835696C9-0409-499A-AE8F-E42EB4B2D03F_zpsuggmzjrj.jpg.html)
Of course the hottest rig there was my Breva! :afro: :afro:
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f365/captcaliber/8E790C4C-12DD-43BE-9022-48534E13AB18_zpsyvmbnss8.jpg) (http://s51.photobucket.com/user/captcaliber/media/8E790C4C-12DD-43BE-9022-48534E13AB18_zpsyvmbnss8.jpg.html)
Met quite a few people, reconnected with some locals I've met out and about but never had a chance to really talk to at length..
I know I met Kirby, Nick, Rosso Woody? And I'm sure a lot of other ppl from here without even knowing it!
Lisa enjoyed it as well and has now decided she wants to ride to more rallys.. I think what did it was all the compliments on her Guzzi 'cut' she worked so hard 'distressing' and beating the crap out of...
Food was good, campground was great. The setting was perfect~~ we have some of the best weather & roads in the U.S. Here but ya'll already knew that right! :Beating_A_Dead_Hors e_by_liviu
Already looking forward to next year.. Safe travels & keep the rubber side down if you are traveling back today fellas & ladies!
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Marion and I stopped by Saturday about noon. We both wanted to stay but maybe not a good I Idea so after an hour we headed for home. The drive up Friday was uneventful and we arrived at the motel about 1800. An hour latter we were in Bryson City at our favorite pizza joint. So far so good. :grin: Saturday Marion was just able to get me into the van and that just sucked. We planed on staying un till Sunday but plans change. Sorry to miss everyone. :boozing:
Matt
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Just got home from the rally. Had a blast, as always. We couldn't ask for better weather: 75-80 during the day and 50's at night. Perfect!! Great seeing old friends and meeting new ones.
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This was my second Guzzi Rally and I'm already looking forward to the next one.
We tried to get a picture of just the three of us (Jim, Rick and Kevin) but Mark can run faster than I thought. :laugh:
(https://guzzikevin.smugmug.com/2015/Guzzis-on-the-Blue-Ridge-at-Cr/i-pcBqndc/0/M/IMG_2428-M.jpg)
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We got home a little while ago. 8 1/2 hours on what is usually a 6 hour ride due to road construction delays. Sure was hot on I-75.
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Kirby and I got in 1100 miles for the 3 days....great trip for sure and glad to put some faces with names. Great group of bikes for sure! See some of you guys at the Kentucky Rally....going to try and get the 1100 Sport running by then!
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I don't want to bombard anyone with pictures so here is a link to more from this weekend. It's mostly Guzzis but I have to warn you that there's an Enfield, a Norton and a Triumph Daytona in the set but they were too pretty not to include them.
https://guzzikevin.smugmug.com/2015/Guzzis-on-the-Blue-Ridge-at-Cr/i-pcBqndc (https://guzzikevin.smugmug.com/2015/Guzzis-on-the-Blue-Ridge-at-Cr/i-pcBqndc)
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I don't want to bombard anyone with pictures so here is a link to more from this weekend. It's mostly Guzzis but I have to warn you that there's an Enfield, a Norton and a Triumph Daytona in the set but they were too pretty not to include them.
https://guzzikevin.smugmug.com/2015/Guzzis-on-the-Blue-Ridge-at-Cr/i-pcBqndc (https://guzzikevin.smugmug.com/2015/Guzzis-on-the-Blue-Ridge-at-Cr/i-pcBqndc)
Some great pics you have, Kevin :thumb:
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My pics:
https://flickr.com/photos/96275644@N00/sets/72157657335295671 (https://flickr.com/photos/96275644@N00/sets/72157657335295671)