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Here's the MGNOC info:
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25TH OHIO PLAIN AND CASUAL MOTO GUZZI RALLY
(Labor Day weekend) Friendly Hills Grange Camp, 5880 Friendly Hills Road, (C.R. 418), Zanesville, Ohio 43701 is located 7 miles north of Zanesville and nestled right on the Muskingum River. Free Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast and Saturday dinner available on site to purchase. 50/50 raffle, door prizes, and awards for Guzzi riders. Tent camping or air conditioned dorm $10/night/person. Cabins $60/night, sleeps six. Hot showers. Limited RV hookups. Early and late arrivals welcome.
Contact: Andrea Ank, 330-898-7705, or Ohio MGNOC State Rep John Henry, 216-390-2727 or 440-636-9844.
To make cabin reservations or inquire about RV hook up availability, contact Friendly Hills at 740-452-0016. You can also visit their web site at: http://www.friendlyhillscamp.org (http://www.friendlyhillscamp.org)
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Who else is going? Love this lovely rally at Friendly Hills Campground just north of Zanesville, OH. Airconditioned dorm rooms if you don't wanna camp; a pool if you wanna swim (I hear).
Pics from earlier years:
2014
https://www.flickr.com/photos/mojohand/sets/72157647139555591/
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2013
https://www.flickr.com/photos/mojohand/sets/72157635333955255/
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2012
https://www.flickr.com/photos/mojohand/sets/72157634541505802/
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Looking forward to it, especially seeing zoom_zooms new bike. :thumb:
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Looking forward to it, especially seeing zoom_zooms new bike. :thumb:
Zoom has yet another new bike?!
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Eldorado.
http://wildguzzi.com/forum/index.php?topic=78023.msg1226156#msg1226156
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I'll be there, probably on the Norge; Sandy's not coming (doing grandmother things); more room for beer on the bike :boozing:
Jon
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Planning on it. Putting a new transmission in the Lario as we speak. Normally, I go to the National Antique Airplane fly in over labor day weekend, but they've priced me out. :evil:
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Thanks for the Great sendoff Joe about the Rally . A few notes of interest to Attendees , We have A GREAT Catered Breakfast with all the Fixing on Saturday that morning Anyone can afford .
Come back after your Daytime adventure to the Local sites , and the Brave Riders can try the Triple Nickel RT 555. Enjoy a HEARTY DINNER , TO FILL YOU UP.
Please spend some time Perusing The Door Prize Table of what you hope to win, and We will have again A FEW other Surprises to be announced when you get to the Rally.
Rumors are that Phil Waters Owner Of CLEVELAND MOTO in Mentor ohio , who was there last year will be attending. Hope he brings the Whole Posse he had last.
Lastly This years rally is to honor in memory of the past Ohio Reps Jack and Joan Arnold who for many years they were good ambassadors for Moto Guzzi , So get your best thoughts together to remember them this event.
Bring your Motorcycle, Your wallet, Swim Suit and your pillow and if too warm to sleep, head up to the Air Conditioned Dorms .
Feel free to ride down for the day and chat with all if you can't stay the Nite.AND YES NO RALLY FEES TO ATTEND.
Hope to see all whom that have attended in the past and Welcome New Riders AT the BEST GUZZI RALLY IN OHIO!!!
Leroy in Cleveland
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As someone here was muttering about young'uns not going to Rallies. Think it's time I showed up.
Looking forward to it. Now do I have to bring beer for everyone ?
😆 :boozing:
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What kind of question is that? Of course you do. :boozing:
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What kind of question is that? Of course you do. :boozing:
What about Cleveland Steve He is a WET YOUR LIPS type of guy. Bring a bottle of Crown Royal for him.
Leroy in Cleveland
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Joe, thanks for posting. Internet has been down at home and I was unable.
ZZ
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Joe, thanks for posting. Internet has been down at home and I was unable.
ZZ
Glad to!
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Finally, this is the first year I will be able to attend. Can't wait!
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Did a drive-by in a cage a few years ago, and now plan to attend more appropriately wheeled on the Griso ... which I'll ride IHO and memory of Roberto. Miss him.
Anyway, as I have (near-)religious objections to anything even resembling camping :rolleyes:, I have a motel room reserved at the BW in Z'ville.
A slob in my own house (especially when, as now, Kathi is out of town :thewife: :wink:), I am a neatness freak in other folks' homes and hotels. If anyone is similarly afflicted (as to camping and fastidiousness) and wants to share the room -- 2 queen beds -- and split the cost ($207 for Fri & Sat nights; 1/2 = $103.50), PM me.
Google maps says <13 miles to rally: https://goo.gl/maps/SbNpL
In the interest of full disclosure, Kathi defames me constantly by alleging that I snore. :wink: On the bright side, I will have some decent Kentucky sleep meds with me. :smiley:
Looking forward to seeing all.
Bill
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I am SO looking forward to this rally! Everything is getting in order properly! I want to see everyone's smiling faces and enjoy a nip or two off of Cleveland Steamer's Crown bottle! And...maybe a hit off the Dickel bottle! Already, I miss Jack Arnold. This rally is in memory of Jack and Joan. We will have awesome T-Shirts for sale, the same design and color Joan Arnold had for the Ohio Rally years ago.
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This rally is in memory of Jack and Joan.
That's one of the main reasons we'll be there..
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Great riding in that part of the state. I hope to make it, if only for a day.
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I can make this event. However, I'll be in the car instead of on the bike. The situation is that I need to go to Athens (also in Ohio) on September 5 to pick up some parts for a motorcycle that I recently bought. The parts are larger than I can carry on the Stelvio, so, I must drive the car.
Right now that would be the plan. Looking forward to it.
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Did a drive-by in a cage a few years ago.....
Yes, you did, in 2012:
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7414/9234409385_aae4de486c_c.jpg)
You also rode the Ballabio a few years before, when the rally was at the band camp...in 2006:
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I think Wayne is amazed you made it in that rain, and Terry is impressed.
More from '06:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/mojohand/albums/72157594268507149
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Yes, you did, in 2012:
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7414/9234409385_aae4de486c_c.jpg)
You also rode the Ballabio a few years before, when the rally was at the band camp...in 2006:
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/81/233921931_f260fdac84_z.jpg)
I think Wayne is amazed you made it in that rain, and Terry is impressed.
More from '06:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/mojohand/albums/72157594268507149
"Thanks for the memories," Joe!
Lordy, that WAS a wet ride. I basically followed some hurricane-become-tropical depression from Atlanta to the rally. Poured on me the whole way. That Triumph rain suit "worked," but what a PITA to do anything off the Ballabio, e.g., the first letter in PITA.
On way back, stayed with daughter at at cabin in Davis, W.V. She had hit a deer the day before in her Toyota SUV. Not much damage besides a dead deer and a hood that would not operate.
In an effort to "help," I launched my not-insignificant corpus up while standing on the bumper, so, on coming down I might "uncrumple" some of it so it would close. :shocked:
That worked. On the SUV.
As for me, however, it led to broken ribs and a very painful ride home. :cry:
On the Griso this time; looking forward to a drier ride to and from, but, if not, c'est la vie.
Bill
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Hmmmm... Leave on the 4th, 12 hour ride, stay the 5th, 12 hour ride home on the 6th. What do you think dad? This time I'm not push starting your bike across 3 states :rolleyes:
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There will be some that are there on Thursday, FWIW. I agree that 12 hours is a long day. So you could leave on Wednesday, break up the ride into two days, arrive earlier Thursday, rather than later. You would also have two days to get home since Monday is a holiday if you choose.
Or Not.
John Henry
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I enjoyed my first time at the Rally last year, and fully plan on returning for this year's edition - though this time I plan on using my door prize from last year instead of staying in the dorm. The other change for me from last year to this year will be making more of an effort to get there on Friday before dinner disappears.
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I enjoyed my first time at the Rally last year, and fully plan on returning for this year's edition - though this time I plan on using my door prize from last year instead of staying in the dorm. The other change for me from last year to this year will be making more of an effort to get there on Friday before dinner disappears.
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Did we have a Tent or Sleeping Bag on the door prize table last year? :shocked:
The food USUALLY lasts until about 8pm on friday night.
Leroy in Cleveland
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I'm ready. This rally is special because I can ride up with minimal gear, sleep in a dry bed with no tent, have a hot shower, eat good food, and even go for a swim in the pool. The plan is to ride my V7 this year. If the weather gods do not cooperate I'll be forced to take the Stelvio due to the greater weather protection afforded by the Big Girl. At any rate, Ohio here I come!
Peter Y.
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You are well determined for your GUZZI RiDe.
Also feeling like missing the event next time... :sad:
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Can't decide to tent it or not, do you need to book reservations for the dorm rooms?
Dean
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Can't decide to tent it or not, do you need to book reservations for the dorm rooms?
Dean
No plenty of room , Many have put up their tent on friday and took down Sat if the weather looked iffy so they do not have to pack a wet tent to go home with, and moved up to the dorms that nite.
Hoping for Cleveland Moto to bring bikes for demo rides too.
Leroy in Cleveland
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Joe, that's got to be the largest Taco I ever seen.
Dean
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I enjoyed my first time at the Rally last year, and fully plan on returning for this year's edition - though this time I plan on using my door prize from last year instead of staying in the dorm. The other change for me from last year to this year will be making more of an effort to get there on Friday before dinner disappears.
:thumb:
Did you get the hammock?
We'll leave a light on for ya! :grin:
John Henry
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Can I CRASH in too??? :grin:
Same Quota, this time new colors and new attempt, maybe the coloring will bring me better luck?
I'll take the same RT250, just to see if I'm destined to be doomed or not.... :evil:
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You can show up, but please don't crash! :wink:
Anyway, as you probably know, 250 through W. Va. has a considerable amount of truck traffic. Log trucks, coal trucks, whatever. Lots of gravel gets thrown into the curves as a result. It is a nice road but exercise caution.
I look forward to seeing you.
John Henry
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Zoom Zoom,
Will you be going through Litchfield on the way down? See you sometime Thursday.
Tom
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:grin:
No. For me to get away from the Cleveland area on anything other than interstate going down, I head South for some time. Weather permitting, I intend on taking some nice back roads I have found over time and having a wonderful ride down.
You bringing that derelict Bob?? :evil: :grin: :grin: :grin: I'm assuming Tyler is coming along.
Looking forward to seeing you guys.
John Henry
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You bringing that derelict Bob?? :evil: :grin: :grin: :grin: I'm assuming Tyler is coming along.
John Henry
Tyler is staying home this time since school has just started. I don't know for sure if Bob is coming, or not. I will be traveling on the "Asian Persuasion" and plan to RON in Marietta and come up to Z-ville late Thursday morning. See ya then.
Tom
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Just a note for anyone going to the Ohio rally for the first time. Be careful when you pull into the rally registration area. You will be going from a paved road to gravel, with a decent downhill slope. Oh, and I recall the paved road being a downhill slope too. At any rate, I saw two bikes take a low speed nap last year at that spot. Grabbing the front brake hard to slow for the exit is exciting when the front wheel washes out on you. Let's hope I remember too!
Peter Y.
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Just a note for anyone going to the Ohio rally for the first time. Be careful when you pull into the rally registration area. You will be going from a paved road to gravel, with a decent downhill slope. Oh, and I recall the paved road being a downhill slope too. At any rate, I saw two bikes take a low speed nap last year at that spot. Grabbing the front brake hard to slow for the exit is exciting when the front wheel washes out on you. Let's hope I remember too!
Peter Y.
Ah, shades of T.W.O. at Suches. Folks would gather just to watch first-timers scream and do helmet plants. :embarrassed:
Bill
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Just a note for anyone going to the Ohio rally for the first time. Be careful when you pull into the rally registration area. You will be going from a paved road to gravel, with a decent downhill slope. Oh, and I recall the paved road being a downhill slope too. At any rate, I saw two bikes take a low speed nap last year at that spot. Grabbing the front brake hard to slow for the exit is exciting when the front wheel washes out on you. Let's hope I remember too!
Peter Y.
There is a parking Lot up at the top and if you are going to be a DORM sleeper you might just park there and walk down the steps to the rally area.
The Grounds keeper have tried to level it to make it easier to enter.
Leroy in Cleveland
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I seem to recall some "modifications" to the entrance by the campground staff last year. Maybe they will get a bit more "proactive" this week before the massive influx!
Howard
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Did you get the hammock?
We'll leave a light on for ya! :grin:
John Henry
Yep... scored the Hammock.
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Was going to ride, but Dorcia wants to come, especially because of Jack and Joan. We'll put the Lario in the van and pull the camper. If I understand correctly, it's $20 a night for us?
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Was going to ride, but Dorcia wants to come, especially because of Jack and Joan. We'll put the Lario in the van and pull the camper. If I understand correctly, it's $20 a night for us?
Chuck $10 per person per nite for camping in a Pop up or AC Dorm so you are correct. The Sat breakfast and Dinner are ABOUT $10 for each of you, per meal. You will walk away with a smile and full tummy from them.
When are you coming is the trailer a 20 foot? there is RV parking up top but who knows the charges.
Leroy in Cleveland
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Chuck $10 per person per nite for camping in a Pop up or AC Dorm so you are correct. The Sat breakfast and Dinner are ABOUT $10 for each of you, per meal. You will walk away with a smile and full tummy from them.
When are you coming is the trailer a 20 foot? there is RV parking up top but who knows the charges.
Leroy in Cleveland
Thursday is the plan. It's just a little motorcycle pop up camper. A tent space is all we need.
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Thursday is the plan. It's just a little motorcycle pop up camper. A tent space is all we need.
The weather is going to be Nice upper 80's and mid 60's at nite "they Say" Showing a rain cloud on Sat Pm in todays longterm forcast but things can change in 5 Days.
Leroy in Cleveland
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Think I'll ride up Thursday, this will be my first Ohio rally.
Dean
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Think I'll ride up Thursday, this will be my first Ohio rally.
Dean
John Henry will be there on Wed and a few others . Many will be there Thur too.
Been a few years since we have seen you up North LOL
Leroy in Cleveland
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Are there rooms in the dorm or barracks?
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Barracks.
It'll be good to see you Dean!
John Henry
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Probably run one of these two routes or a variation thereof with Buzzard Bob.
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/659/21062914425_39cf8154b8_b.jpg)
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Must be nice. We'll drone down 70. :tongue:
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Joe what day you heading down? Then I will know where to put our UNION TROOPS. LOL
Leroy in Cleveland
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Anyone know if the dorms are open on Thursday? Might come in then.
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Anyone know if the dorms are open on Thursday? Might come in then.
Like a Motel 6 - We will keep the light on for Ya John Henry will be there on Wed too
The First Ohio Union Artillery barracks are in there
Leroy in Cleveland
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A little helpful info if you are coming off I-70:
Coming from the West, it looks like you would need to get off at exit 154. I would imagine there should be signs to direct you to Route 60. (No exit from West at exit 155.)
From the East, exit 155, which is Route 60.
From there, head North. Follow Route 60, AKA Underwood St. Just after you cross over the river, there will be a curve in the road. Note this is a four lane street. Stay in the right lane. Anyway, just after the curve, you will come up on Linden Ave. I **think** that is the first light after you go over the river. Turn right on Linden and follow it North. It will take you along the edge of town letting you avoid a lot of lights. It will become a country road. The name changes to N. River road, but you do not change roads. (Maybe county road 3 as well.) Keep following it until you hit a T intersection. Turn Left, and make an immediate right. That will be Friendly Hills road and the camp is up maybe a mile or so. If you miss the first drive into the rally site, no worries. The main building and paved parking lot is just up a little further. You can pull in there and turn around, or stop there and assess the situation so you know what is what. (This is all walking distance between these driveways so don't get too worried. Friendly Hills Grange Camp is 7 miles North of Zanesville.
Some finish packing and I'll be off soon. Weather forecast looks favorable so I anticipate a nice ride down avoiding the interstate! Yeah :cool:
Also, looks to be warm. Bring your swim trunks. There is a pool for when you decide to cool off a bit. Deep end is 5 feet.
I look forward to seeing everybody!
John Henry
edit: Cell service is pretty much non existent there but text messages have been known to make it through. If there is anything I can help you with give me a call or text. I'll do the best I can. (See the first post for contact info.)
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Heading down around noon.
Hope I don't get a business call.
Yer side sucks!!!
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Well, rats. Have to back out. :cry:
OTOH, it's for a good cause. :shocked:
Stormtrucker Matt is visiting while "stuck" in Philly.
We'll amble around local roads, annoy Kathi with belching and bench-racing lies, and sample some of my pantry's liquid delights. :boozing:
You al have as much more-or-less legal fun as doable, too. Lots is, and many experts at among you so success is assured. :wink:
Best,
Bill
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Try to have a good time and stay out of jail, you two..
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Poor Sara. She has to put up with my motorcycle addiction. Brave gal, indeed! OK, I'm loaded and ready. Tomorrow at Oh Dark Thirty it's time to kick the tires and light the fires on the valiant V7. For those of you who are still wage slaves I'll be thinking of you as I blast north on I64, braving the trucks and tourists. With a RON in Beckley, WV, I expect to slide into the Ohio rally on Friday. On the good side, I'll have a wee draft of grain to take the edge off from the torrid pace as we sit by the fire exchanging bits of wisdom (lies). If you can't tell, I'm stoked!
Peter Y.
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Buzzard Bob and I are leaving early Friday, to beat the heat & the afternoon t-storms forecasted along the route Thursday in WV & OH. See y'uns there Friday!
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I have a horrible itch to ride 10hrs a day, several days in a row, so sorry guys...
I will have to head to Maine and Vermont to cure it. Took even a passport with me, if it's a foreign itch, so I can cross the border to find cure. Oh, I want a lobster too.
Have fun!
Lauri
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Would Like to Thank Cleveland Moto for bring a few bikes for demo rides
We make sure you will gain weight at our rally with a free friday nite meal. Pulled pork and corn chowder with the corn bread too
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Mike the chef at Friendly Hills campground Cooked Breakfast and dinner
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Mike out does himself with dinner Chicken side dishes dessert the whole deal in one swoop
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Everyone checking their tickets to see if they won the 50/50 rally winner to receive $450.
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And Guess who won the raffle?
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Our own Ohio Guzzi Rep Zoom Zoom AKA John Henry
This years rally was in honor of Jack Arnold and his wife Joan, whom were active in the guzzi Community for decades, and one of their favorite causes.
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The Fun Continued late into the Night, Campfire burning, Bottles of Dickel and Crown Royal Clinking and something in a Mason Jar sneaking its way around the crowd too.
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Evening never complete without Dave Blake grilling Stuffed Peppers to snack on
Anyone who can stagger into the hut in the morning has hot coffee and fresh donuts to help them get moving for their trip home.
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For all that missed this rally you missed ONE great Rally. Time to mark your Calenders now for 2016, it will bigger and better.
Leroy in Cleveland
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More photos from the Ohio rally:
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The Dorm from the 'high' side...it's a two story building and we enter from the rear...lower floor.
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looking from the dorm down to the actual rally HQ area. The cabins are those small buildings....AC but no running water.
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inside the dorm, men's side.
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Thanks to all who attended! I hope you all had a good time.
I would also like to give a shout out to Cleveland Moto for stopping by. Phil and the gang were a welcome addition to the rally.
I'll post this on a separate thread too, but someone left behind their Kermit Chair. Get in touch and we'll see you get it back.
John Henry
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I'll post this on a separate thread too, but someone left behind their Kermit Chair. Get in touch and we'll see you get it back.
John Henry
Check the registration list for someone with a BMW ...
Some of you guys are getting in some real miles to the rallies this year ... I saw Dean and Howard relaxing there, as well as a few others that have been to multiple rallies a long ways apart.
I'll see some of you at the MD/DC rally, I hope ....
Lannis
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cousin It is that you?
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Thanks to all who attended! I hope you all had a good time.
I would also like to give a shout out to Cleveland Moto for stopping by. Phil and the gang were a welcome addition to the rally.
I'll post this on a separate thread too, but someone left behind their Kermit Chair. Get in touch and we'll see you get it back.
John Henry
SHHHH John if it is in good shape we can Auction it next year rally. LOL
Leroy in Cleveland
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Dorcia wanted to go, especially since it was the "Jack and Joan" remembrance rally, so we loaded the Aero Lario in the van and pulled the camper. We'd never been to this site before, and it's a good place to have a rally.
Set up the camper
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and started "exchanging information" :smiley: with old and a few new friends. It was pretty hot and muggy, but the occasional shower cooled things off a bit. Partying around the campfire went well into the night. At about 5:30 the next morning, it started raining in earnest. We were camped by the creek, and I had visions of Money Creek all over again. It was a cacophony inside the camper. That gentle pitter patter of raindrops turned into a serious roar. Lightning and thunder were constant. I thought, it'll pass on by, but it didn't. :shocked: Finally, it let up enough to start breakfast. We had gone into town the evening before and bought enough supplies that I could cook all weekend. We eat fairly low carb, and rally food while good.. isn't that. :smiley: Like riding in the rain, cooking in the rain is fun, too.
Later that day, we went for a ride to see the big shovel. I'd looked at my aviation weather app, and it looked like we could stay on the back side of the rain. Did that. Took 146 east out of Zanesville, and turned south on 284. *That* is one lovely piece of road. We ran it for 20 miles or so. Absolutely no traffic, good sight lines, smooth pavement, and not much in the way of straights. :smiley: I highly recommend it if you are in the area, or come to the rally next year. :thumb:
Guzzisti LED lighting..
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Great rally, we had a good time. Thanks to all for all your work!
On the way home, we stopped by the AMA museum and I'll be darned. It isn't all Harleys after all. :wink:
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Took 146 east out of Zanesville, and turned south on 284. *That* is one lovely piece of road. We ran it for 20 miles or so. Absolutely no traffic, good sight lines, smooth pavement, and not much in the way of straights. :smiley: I highly recommend it if you are in the area, or come to the rally next year.
Those are the roads I grew up learning how to ride.
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Those are the roads I grew up learning how to ride.
Nice. :smiley: The only traffic were 4 wild turkeys. Saw them ahead crossing the road, slowed and watched them. Those boogers can run.
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So, my pictures are here:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/mojohand/albums/72157656050059093
Definitely beautiful Guzzis in attendance:
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Also, my fantastic Triumph Street Triple R performed flawlessly as a sport tourer:
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But the rally was about great friends, lovely food, wonderful roads, and of course remembering Joan and Jack Arnold:
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Many thanks to ZoomZoom, Andrea & Chad, Dave & Kathy, Cammie & Emma, Randy, Leroy, and everyone else who helped make this a wonderful rally by helping put it on or attend or roll in the fire!
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Wait , is it even legal for the rep to win the 50/50 ? Oh well , having met John Henry at the Okie last year , and knowing what a fine gentleman he is , he probably deserved to win :thumb:
Dusty
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Wait , is it even legal for the rep to win the 50/50 ? Oh well , having met John Henry at the Okie last year , and knowing what a fine gentleman he is , he probably deserved to win :thumb:
Dusty
I don't think anyone even noticed that string hooked to the ticket.. :evil: :boozing: :smiley:
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Great pics and a big crowd.
PYoung made about 1500 miles on his red V7 Special (shown in the pic above) attending the rally, 600 miles solid going home. That speaks well for the small bike when outfitted for long distance running.
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I'd post my pics but since I don't really remember even taking them I'll keep them tucked away.
Thanks for the warm welcome everyone. It was great to finally make it down for one and we immediately felt right at home.
I was completely caught off guard by the amount of consumption Saturday night (in the form of bottles and mystery mason jars being passed around like a game of hot potato)...Sunday morning's ride home was a challenge.
Thanks for a really fun time
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I'd post my pics but since I don't really remember even taking them I'll keep them tucked away.
Thanks for the warm welcome everyone. It was great to finally make it down for one and we immediately felt right at home.
I was completely caught off guard by the amount of consumption Saturday night (in the form of bottles and mystery mason jars being passed around like a game of hot potato)...Sunday morning's ride home was a challenge.
Thanks for a really fun time
Fletch we have Video of all your ANTICS at the rally. I will see you next year or we will post on your facebook page for all to see.
Leroy in Cleveland
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I blame Dave. And George Dickel.
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DAVE!..........
Dave's not here, man.
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I blame Dave. And George Dickel.
What about the bottle of Ronrico 151 you nursed all by yourself? Film at 11
Leroy in Cleveland