Author Topic: Iowa rally (Read 9728 times)

Chuck in Indiana · « **on:** July 05, 2015, 07:03:17 AM »

Coming up. Don't know how to copy and paste on this tablet..

Nick · « **Reply #1 on:** July 05, 2015, 07:07:49 AM »

Jul 10 to Jul 12, 2015
24TH MGNOC IOWA RALLY

"Welcome to the Heartland" Elkader City Park and Campground, Elkader, Iowa. Elkader is in beautiful northeast Iowa, on Highway 13, about halfway between Highway 3 and Highway 18. The park is toward the south end of town and can be seen and accessed from Highway 13. Tent camping Friday and Saturday nights (early arrivals need to pay at Park Kiosk for extra nights ), coffee, tea, lemonade all weekend, rally pin, three meals: Friday, Iowa beef supper, Saturday, breakfast, and Saturday Iowa pork chop supper with rolls. Then on Sunday morning doughnuts. ALSO: Dealer Displays; Observation Poker Runs; Guided Group lunch ride; Swimming pool in park (cost not included). Rest and relaxation; scenic roads to ride. Area Motels & Hotels: Elkader Inn 563-245-2020; Best Rest Inn, West Union 563-422-3537; Franklin Hotel, Strawberry Point 563-933-6054; Elms Motel, West Union 563-422-3841; Guttenberg Motel 563-252-1433. Web site for other accommodations www.barnonthebluff. com (if these motels are filled please ask them for other recommendations). Pre-register: Before June 30th: Adults - $35, Under 14 - $15. At the Rally: Adults - $45 Under 14 - $25. Person to contact for info or to pre-register: MGNOC IOWA STATE REP, George Vignovich. Email: g.vignovich@msn.com. Phone: 515-883-0825. Make checks payable to: George Vignovich, 6121 SE Fourth, Des Moines, Iowa 50315.

blackcat · « **Reply #2 on:** July 05, 2015, 07:46:23 AM »

"....Iowa pork chop supper...."

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #3 on:** July 05, 2015, 08:42:18 AM »

I gained 2 lbs thinking about that, Gunderburgers, and St. Olaf tenderloins. .

guzzisteve · « **Reply #4 on:** July 05, 2015, 09:40:53 AM »

Don't forget the "Pork Queen"

John A · « **Reply #5 on:** July 05, 2015, 09:48:20 AM »

One year I almost had the Pork Queen convinced it was custom for the Queen to give the fourth guy in line( me) a kiss. The stern eye of the matron discouraged any such foolishness though

nunzio · « **Reply #6 on:** July 05, 2015, 10:40:31 AM »

This is going on the week of the rally in Decorah,Ia about 50 miles away.

http://www.winneshiekcountyfair.org/fairgrounds.html

....also they have Eagles nesting near the fish hatchery near Decorah, the lady at the hatchery said.

It is a really nice ride if you go through Gunter the "Backroad" way.

Looks like fun....Alan

wymple · « **Reply #7 on:** July 05, 2015, 10:11:08 PM »

And it's a short sight seeing hop over to the Pikes Peak lookout over the Mississippi, maybe the most beautiful thing there is between the Appalachians and the Black Hills. Yes, they feed you very well. To me it is second only to the Illinois Rally.

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #8 on:** July 07, 2015, 07:00:42 AM »

Bump to the top.

ChuckH · « **Reply #9 on:** July 07, 2015, 07:36:47 AM »

The packing is underway. After fresh herring at the MN Rally, I'm looking forward to the Iowa Chops in Elkader. Ride safe.

bad Chad · « **Reply #10 on:** July 08, 2015, 08:40:43 AM »

I'm packing my Pink bandanna as I speak!

GearheadGrrrl · « **Reply #11 on:** July 08, 2015, 06:04:17 PM »

Got the Yamaha packed, be riding over in the morning!

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #12 on:** July 08, 2015, 06:07:31 PM »

Thinly disguised bump..headed to Lake Como tomorrow, Eleanor (Stupid auto correct) tomorrow.

Hymes Inc. · « **Reply #13 on:** July 08, 2015, 11:13:34 PM »

As long as the weather holds out the old man (wymple) and I will make an appearance Saturday.

John Ulrich · « **Reply #14 on:** July 09, 2015, 06:16:51 AM »

Sorry I'll miss you guy's. I'm out in NY at a "4 wheeled" rally.

Hymes Inc. · « **Reply #15 on:** July 09, 2015, 02:28:33 PM »

Quote from: John Ulrich on July 09, 2015, 06:16:51 AM

Sorry I'll miss you guy's. I'm out in NY at a "4 wheeled" rally.

4 wheeled? How do you ride 2 guzzis at once?

GearheadGrrrl · « **Reply #16 on:** July 09, 2015, 03:34:38 PM »

Camp is set up, temps in the 70s, and the library has WiFi and is open 'til 8!

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #17 on:** July 09, 2015, 07:25:02 PM »

Beautiful in Como as we type. Glad to get away from the constant rain in Indiana..

wymple · « **Reply #18 on:** July 11, 2015, 03:33:41 PM »

Quote from: Hymes Inc. on July 08, 2015, 11:13:34 PM

As long as the weather holds out the old man (wymple) and I will make an appearance Saturday.

Well this idea went to hell in a hurry. Raining buckets.

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #19 on:** July 13, 2015, 07:53:33 PM »

Well, as the Texas Turnip Farmer sez, "If you watch the Weather Channel, you'll never ride anywhere.."
True. The Illinois rally was great, despite the forecast rains that never happened. <shrug>
Same deal with the Iowa rally. As late as Thursday, there was an 80% chance of Tstorms in that area. Pfffft. Loaded the Aero Lario in the van, and took it to the Kid's place in Lake Como.

Wisconsin. He had to w www work, so I blasted off for Elkader, Friday morning, Tstorms still in the forecast. Had a great ride through the driftless area of Wisconsin and Iowa.
Sunny and gorgeous.
Didn't know what to expect, because even though I'd bumped this thread up 2 or 3 times, there didn't seem to be much interest. I needn't have worried, there was a good turnout when I arrived shortly after lunch. Met many old and new friends, including Nunzio off this list who loaned me his wife's cooler and ice

for beer.
Speaking of new friends, you would be surprised at how many lurkers came out of the woodwork to see the Aero Lario. "Oh, I never post, but I read the forum every day."

I ran in to it at Illinois, too.. a guy told me that was the only reason he came to the rally.. just to see the Aero engine. Never posts. Nothing wrong with that, of course, I should keep my mouth shut a little more often. Wouldn't stick my foot in it so much.

At any rate, the Kid roared in on his Grease O right at dinner time. Good timing.

After a sumptuous Iowa beef dinner, we drank a beer or two,

looked at bikes, and went down to the Wisconsin Guzzi Guys camp fire.
Slept like a baby.
No rain.
The next day, after shooting the sh!t with many, we decided to look for a brew pub in Decorah. Although it threatened to sprinkle, it just never managed to get her done. Found my new favorite IPA (just a sample.. we're on two wheels, ya know..) and went sight seeing on 9 toward the mighty Mississippi. I was leading when I spied a Muffler Man. (!) I have pictures of Muffler men and my bike from all over the country. I thought I'd found most of them in the midwest, but no. He'd found work at a farm store. Hit the brakes, made a youee, and got the obligatory picture.

Nice piece of Americana. They were born in California, and have traveled eastward, basically on Route 66, but these gentle giants can be found in many states, doing whatever is necessary to make a living. Most held mufflers in their hands, but you never know what you'll find them trying to sell any more.

Turned south at the river, and had a beautiful run down to the rally again.
It had sprinkled.
A little.

Iowa pork chops served by the Pork Queen, then the Parade. Fun stuff.
Thanks, George,

although I know you never read WG either.

LowRyter · « **Reply #20 on:** July 13, 2015, 08:52:38 PM »

http://www.roadsideamerica.com/story/37422

Chick- here's a list for you in case you want a reference. Looks like another good one.

wymple · « **Reply #21 on:** July 13, 2015, 08:56:12 PM »

I would have ridden thru several inches of rain to get there on Saturday, whether or not it rained at the rally. It rained buckets between here and there, and for hours. I do not deliberately ride in that kind of weather. You came from the east, the rain from the west. I hope they had a great turnout.

blackcat · « **Reply #22 on:** July 14, 2015, 06:36:30 AM »

Quote from: LowRyter on July 13, 2015, 08:52:38 PM

http://www.roadsideamerica.com/story/37422

Chick- here's a list for you in case you want a reference. Looks like another good one.

Interesting interview with the guy who created that line.

"RA: Was there much competition in the humanoid colossus field?

Steve: As I recall, we had no competition for the big men. There was an outfit in Wisconsin [Creative Displays, Sparta, WI, an ancestor of F.A.S.T.] that made some smaller stuff, and they had a 20' or so cow and steer (which we did not have). The Wisconsin guys were making big cows and steers -- I don't think they did any PBs or related, at least not while we were in the business."

- See more at: http://www.roadsideamerica.com/story/47460#sthash.NDGMd90I.dpuf

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #23 on:** July 14, 2015, 06:52:34 AM »

Quote from: oldbike54 on July 13, 2015, 09:14:42 PM

Chuckie , was that you who posted all of the muffler man pics several years ago ?

Dusty

I don't remember doing that.. but then, I don't remember much any more.

I have several, though. I haven't *looked* for any for several years, and this guy just popped up.. one of those serendipitous things. The Kid had one, too.. he said he was riding toward the rally on 3 where it climbs away from the river.. trees on both sides and gentle twistys for miles with the Dead in his helmet playing "Hell in a bucket"

"I may be going to hell in a bucket, babe
But at least I'm enjoying the ride,"

nunzio · « **Reply #24 on:** July 14, 2015, 08:34:15 PM »

It was nice to meet and talk to everyone.
Joni and I had a great time.
We got home with the sidecar and trailer in the bed of the truck and the "new to me" 1000SP riding next to Joni's XS650 on the Kendon trailer.

I can't understand why the fuel mileage on my truck was so poor.

Chuck,... that's a Polar Bear soft sided cooler...they are great..wait till December and they usually have a 50% OFF sale on their website.

Alan

MotoG5 · « **Reply #25 on:** July 15, 2015, 06:48:48 AM »

Hey Nunzio,
Norton Mike is still jealous of that truck load of loot you made off with. A bargain hunters dream.

And yes it was indeed the TriSpark that let him down. Have fun with the new SP and hope to see you again down the road.

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #26 on:** July 15, 2015, 07:06:37 AM »

Quote from: nunzio on July 14, 2015, 08:34:15 PM

It was nice to meet and talk to everyone.
Joni and I had a great time.
We got home with the sidecar and trailer in the bed of the truck and the "new to me" 1000SP riding next to Joni's XS650 on the Kendon trailer.

I can't understand why the fuel mileage on my truck was so poor.

Chuck,... that's a Polar Bear soft sided cooler...they are great..wait till December and they usually have a 50% OFF sale on their website.

Glad to see you made it ok..she'll love that SP. And yeah, that cooler rocks.
Thanks again!

Alan

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