Author Topic: Can we at least get a state? (Read 6491 times)

egschade · « **on:** April 07, 2018, 05:48:25 PM »

Been a board member for a while now and really enjoy talking with everyone. One thing that bugs me though is that many members don't put their location in their profile. I understand the whole privacy thing but is it asking too much to at least provide your state? If I know I'm heading to a particular direction it's nice to know if fellow Guzzi owners are possibly along the route for either a friendly meet up or 'just in case' there's a problem. I also like to have some idea of where folks are to possibly share a thought or experience I may have had near them.

What's prompted the request is groundhog105's post about doing the 4-corners ride and asking for regional route advice. Wouldn't it be nice for them to know where help or advice may be while on this grand adventure?

oldbike54 · « **Reply #1 on:** April 07, 2018, 05:52:24 PM »

Some of us are in the witness protection program

Reality is I know what state most of the members live in , and if you have a problem on the road , a quick post here will usually suffice in finding help .

Dusty

stonelover · « **Reply #2 on:** April 07, 2018, 06:07:15 PM »

Agree that a location would be nice to have.

Tom · « **Reply #3 on:** April 07, 2018, 06:09:34 PM »

Where are you at?

As a member of MGNOC, they have the list of the members that can help but I'll bite. I'm in Kailua Kona, Hawaii but current location won't trump experience. I have a bike in PHX. I use to keep one in Sandpoint, ID. 4 at Harper's and one in NYC. I don't think I'm unique.

Lannis · « **Reply #4 on:** April 07, 2018, 06:16:57 PM »

It's that darned "perceived risk" thing again, that all of us are subject to in one way or another.

There are some things that I am afraid of, that I probably don't need to be, and other people are NOT afraid of.

There are some things that I am NOT afraid of, that maybe I should be, and other people ARE afraid of.

It really depends on the "thing". One thing that many people don't like to do (I don't want to say "are afraid of") is to post anything about their location on line. They're afraid (oops, I said it) that someone will take that information and use it in some way to their detriment.

Maybe that's wise. But it's never worried me. I've drawn many a map to my place on line, and anyone can search my posts and find out just where I live. The reason is that I like for motorcycle people (including and especially Guzzi people) to come by if they have a chance, and the enjoyment I get from that outweighs the fear that someone might come by and harm me because they saw my location on line.

Again, that's just one thing. I tried standing on top of a mountain with a couple of little planks strapped to my feet and sliding down it in the snow once ... I'll NEVER do it again. The pleasure I'd get from it is FAR outweighed by the fear that I'd get out of control and break a bone or hit a tree George of the Jungle style ...

Lannis

yogidozer · « **Reply #5 on:** April 07, 2018, 06:20:53 PM »

state of confusion

oldbike54 · « **Reply #6 on:** April 07, 2018, 06:24:09 PM »

Quote from: yogidozer on April 07, 2018, 06:20:53 PM

state of confusion

Which of course is home to the ball of ...

Dusty

ohiorider · « **Reply #7 on:** April 07, 2018, 06:30:08 PM »

What you're asking for is the BMWMOA "Anonymous" Book. Oops, sorry ..... wrong brand! I travel with my latest copy of the book whether I'm on Beemer, Guzzi, or whatever. Only needed it once.

Bob

yogidozer · « **Reply #8 on:** April 07, 2018, 06:43:39 PM »

Quote from: oldbike54 on April 07, 2018, 06:24:09 PM

Which of course is home to the ball of ...

Dusty

Kinks. or land of confusion, Genesis. easy to confuse the two.
what were we talking about?

oldbike54 · « **Reply #9 on:** April 07, 2018, 06:54:46 PM »

Quote from: yogidozer on April 07, 2018, 06:43:39 PM

Kinks. or land of confusion, Genesis. easy to confuse the two.
what were we talking about?

Temptations .

Dusty

ccoli · « **Reply #10 on:** April 07, 2018, 06:59:16 PM »

I'm not hiding. Y'all come over and visit, eh?

Mr Revhead · « **Reply #11 on:** April 07, 2018, 07:10:42 PM »

State? it's a worldwide site! Why is it a common thing for Americans to assume everything is in the US? I see it on many sites and facebook pages.

Lannis · « **Reply #12 on:** April 07, 2018, 07:48:40 PM »

Quote from: Mr Revhead on April 07, 2018, 07:10:42 PM

State? it's a worldwide site! Why is it a common thing for Americans to assume everything is in the US? I see it on many sites and facebook pages.

Yebbut, what have we got among regular and casual posters? About 10 from Australia/Tasmania, 10 or so from the UK, a couple from SE Asia, nobody from Africa, 10 or so from Europe, 2 from India, no one from Russia ... and 1000 from the US/Canada?

If you assuming everyone's from North America, you're hardly far enough off to be wrong.

And if that's not close enough (and it's not, honestly), what's wrong with just assuming "state" means province or county or whatever political subdivision you got? Kent, or Schleswig-Holstein, or Alberta, or Jalisco, or Centre-Val de Loire, or Gujarat, or Cagliari?

We're always complaining that we don't have enough members from outside North America anyway, so let's get EVERYONE'S location while we're at it!

Lannis

Bill Owens · « **Reply #13 on:** April 07, 2018, 07:57:51 PM »

Just listed mine.

radguzzi · « **Reply #14 on:** April 07, 2018, 08:08:02 PM »

Quote from: oldbike54 on April 07, 2018, 05:52:24 PM

Some of us are in the witness protection program

Dusty

Devildog · « **Reply #15 on:** April 07, 2018, 08:24:35 PM »

Well, I gave full disclosure on where I live on this forum several years ago and no repercussions so far. Probably have Luap's firewall systems to thank for that!

webmost · « **Reply #16 on:** April 07, 2018, 08:28:18 PM »

DullAware

Paranoia will destroya

Markcarovilli · « **Reply #17 on:** April 07, 2018, 08:47:54 PM »

Quote from: oldbike54 on April 07, 2018, 06:54:46 PM

Temptations .

Dusty

That’s what the world is today.......

Mark

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #18 on:** April 07, 2018, 08:50:04 PM »

if any of you fellers are hung up near th 78th yard stick on I 44 in Missouri, get on the forum and I�ll be your huckleberry. Glad to help.

nwrydre · « **Reply #19 on:** April 08, 2018, 01:31:23 AM »

Longview Washington

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Yukonica · « **Reply #20 on:** April 08, 2018, 01:59:48 AM »

I'll see and meet more Beemers heading for Dust to Dawson than I ever will of any of you lot. But if you are riding a bike with the cylinders placed correctly I'm much more likely to buy you a beer and listen to stories of where you've come from.

yogidozer · « **Reply #21 on:** April 08, 2018, 05:16:30 AM »

Quote from: oldbike54 on April 07, 2018, 06:54:46 PM

Temptations .

Dusty

yeah, there's a lot of confusion!

rjamesohio · « **Reply #22 on:** April 08, 2018, 06:26:13 AM »

Quote from: egschade on April 07, 2018, 05:48:25 PM

Been a board member for a while now and really enjoy talking with everyone. One thing that bugs me though is that many members don't put their location in their profile. I understand the whole privacy thing but is it asking too much to at least provide your state? If I know I'm heading to a particular direction it's nice to know if fellow Guzzi owners are possibly along the route for either a friendly meet up or 'just in case' there's a problem. I also like to have some idea of where folks are to possibly share a thought or experience I may have had near them.

What's prompted the request is groundhog105's post about doing the 4-corners ride and asking for regional route advice. Wouldn't it be nice for them to know where help or advice may be while on this grand adventure?

I agree that a state/province/general area would not seem to hurt.

There are several reasons why this info can be/is useful:

1) it’s always great to meet people who share any passion. Many of us end up as friends that way, and of course you can never have too many of those.

2) you’re traveling and have a mechanical issue and could use a hand/part/access to tools you may not have room to pack.

3) ride/rally lists. I’ve hosted a couple rallies in the past, and have a list but it’s not likely to be current. New people so come and go.

I get why people might not want to post to the world your exact address. But - just brainstorming here - what if this info would only be shared with - and even then with a ‘switch’ so it could be turned off - MGNOC members?

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Daniel Kalal · « **Reply #23 on:** April 08, 2018, 07:05:24 AM »

Quote from: rjamesohio on April 08, 2018, 06:26:13 AM

MGNOC members?

MGNOC members have always had a list of members who have agreed to be on it, which includes additional information such as phone numbers, and relevent help they can provide. The PDF file is easily stored on your phone. It's a useful thing; I've used it.

<=== real name, real photo, real state (mostly).

Ncdan · « **Reply #24 on:** April 08, 2018, 07:43:42 AM »

Quote from: oldbike54 on April 07, 2018, 05:52:24 PM

Some of us are in the witness protection program

Reality is I know what state most of the members live in , and if you have a problem on the road , a quick post here will usually suffice in finding help .

Dusty

“Witnesses protection program “ 😂👍👍

Lannis · « **Reply #25 on:** April 08, 2018, 07:51:54 AM »

Quote from: Daniel Kalal on April 08, 2018, 07:05:24 AM

MGNOC members have always had a list of members who have agreed to be on it, which includes additional information such as phone numbers, and relevent help they can provide. The PDF file is easily stored on your phone. It's a useful thing; I've used it.

Also easily folded up and stuck under a seat or the bottom of a tankbag or pannier ....

Lannis

Sheepdog · « **Reply #26 on:** April 08, 2018, 08:05:00 AM »

I complied with this request when it was brought up some years ago. I agree that some questions/topics would be easier to address if a region was available. It also serves to remind us that our world is a little smaller than it used to be. It’s a valuable insight to understand where other people are coming from; both literally and figuratively.

Thunderbutt · « **Reply #27 on:** April 08, 2018, 08:39:12 AM »

I have met some of these guys, the last thing I want is one of them showing up in my driveway!!!!!! Haaaa haaaa just kidding guys. I always look forward to meeting other members.

Jerry
Clearwater, Fl

yogidozer · « **Reply #28 on:** April 08, 2018, 12:43:56 PM »

Quote from: Thunderbutt on April 08, 2018, 08:39:12 AM

I have met some of these guys, the last thing I want is one of them showing up in my driveway!!!!!! Haaaa haaaa just kidding guys. I always look forward to meeting other members.

Jerry
Clearwater, Fl

right, you live in Florida, enough looney's around

davedel44 · « **Reply #29 on:** April 08, 2018, 12:47:14 PM »

Dave

Galveston Island near Texas.

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Author Topic: Can we at least get a state? (Read 6491 times)

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