Member Contributer dutchinterceptor Posted February 24, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted February 24, 2010 Let's try this again since our other thread got vaporized. Several have asked for a ride in the Ozarks so here we go. DATE: April 22nd - 25th WHERE: Days Inn (870) 391-3297 1425 Hwy 62-65 North Hwy 62-65 North Harrison, AR 72601 US I've blocked 8 Non-Smoking Queen Doubles @ $55.00 per night (When you call tell them you want one of the rooms under the name Dutch Schroeder and they'll switch it into your name.) WHO: VFRD Members + Friends I think Harrison would make a good central location for a variety of folks along with being a good jumping off point for riding the best Arkansas has to offer. It's also close proximity to the roller-coaster roads of Missouri. I'm Definitely Going List Dutchinterceptor Luvmyvfr + Several Lee2002 gswanson Hondalover Adam79 +1 Shade I Want To Go But Too Soon To Commit List Ryanme17 00Yeller chris2992 vfrurknee(One Day Only) fastbroshi Hispanic Slammer Friday's Slow Ride Led By Dutch: No guarantees but there is supposed to be some sort of drainage ditch waterfall near Ben Hur. I've included stops at the Grand Canyon, Mt Judea General Store(For Mini Dragon T-Shirt Souvenir), Ozark Cafe for lunch, Elk viewing area, Cotter Overlook, and the Peel Ferry at Bull Shoals Lake. I suspect we may run out of time for the Ferry but we'll just have to see how it goes. It will be an easy pace but will still be a long day in the saddle. I prefer to have no more than 5-6 in a group so breaking up into groups may be necessary. I'll try to print some extra maps in case one of you winds up leading a group. Full Size Saturday's Speedier Ride Led By Dutch: This ride will be as consistent a pace as I can keep meaning some areas might be faster than others but it certainly won't be track speeds. We'll run Push Mountain(341) and there may be a photographer there so you'll want to make sure your bike is clean. I'll stop for rest/pee breaks and lunch will be at the famous Soutpark Cafe/Truckstop. They give a whole new meaning to "meat & 3 veg"....don't eat a big breakfast. I prefer to have no more than 5-6 in a group so breaking up into groups may be necessary. I'll try to print some extra maps in case one of you winds up leading a group. Full Size Alcohol: With the exception of one restaurant Harrison is a dry town so if you want booze you'll have to bring it with ya or make a run to the next county. Gas: I have planned to stop at the bigger stations that take credit cards but there may be a possibility where we'll need to stop at one of the smaller stores. Some will only take cash so be prepared. Typical rules apply: No passing on the right. Pull over and wait if you lose sight of the rider behind you. Lead rider will wait at next turn for everyone to catch up. Pass only when safe. Deer and dogs are a concern. Locals will certainly cut the corners so expect a car/truck/bus in your lane. Etc., Etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Luvmyvfr Posted February 24, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted February 24, 2010 GREAT!!! Can't wait....I'm in for sure and I have 4 riding buddies that are coming with... Maybe a couple more...two came to Arkansas with me last september... They couldn't believe how great the roads are down there! :fing02: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Ryanme17 Posted February 24, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted February 24, 2010 Add me to the "I want to, but too soon to commit list" please... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Luvmyvfr Posted February 24, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted February 24, 2010 Add me to the "I want to, but too soon to commit list" please... Well you have a half way stopping point/free lodging at my place... :fing02: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tightwad Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 I wish I could go, as Arkansas is a favorite of mine, but I have other time I am already taking off....plus the bike doesn't run just yet. Have a good time for me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer ADAM79 Posted February 24, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted February 24, 2010 I Want To But Too Soon To Commit List Im in the process of getting a new job so I cant say for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer gswanson Posted February 24, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted February 24, 2010 Put me in the probably list. Depends on work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmer Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 I won't be there, but I highly recommend it to anyone sitting on the fence. I stayed just over the road, in Eureka Springs, when I was last in Arkansas for the STN National a couple years ago. :fing02: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer 00Yeller Posted February 24, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted February 24, 2010 I Want To But Too Soon To Commit List It's on my calendar and the distance from STL is a walk in the park (down the highway really). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baileyrock Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 If it wasn't twice as far as the TN/GA/NC mtns I'd be there! :fing02: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
u20overboy Posted February 25, 2010 Share Posted February 25, 2010 I plan on coming, already have the time off approved at work.If anyone from middle tn wants to come I've got room in the trailer for another bike. I'll likely drive over wed nite so should have 3 good days of riding before coming back Sunday. Pm me if your interested Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer dutchinterceptor Posted February 25, 2010 Author Member Contributer Share Posted February 25, 2010 I wish I could go, as Arkansas is a favorite of mine, but I have other time I am already taking off....plus the bike doesn't run just yet. Have a good time for me! You're welcome to my other bike if you can get free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer chris2992 Posted February 25, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted February 25, 2010 Add me to the too soon to commit list, as soon as I get a green light from "the Boss" I'm in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer vfrurknee Posted February 25, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted February 25, 2010 I know I won't be able to overnight as my wife is having knee replacement surgery on the 20th, but I should be able to hook up with you guys for a day ride or meet you enroute somewhere. Tightwad, if you can only get loose for a day you would be welcome to ride one from my stable, but you gotta come up with the PBJ! Ernie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 25, 2010 Share Posted February 25, 2010 Put me on the "I plan to attend list". I put in vacation 10 minutes ago. We will see if it gets approved. I may ride over each day, or come and stay in a motel as well. Not sure what I will do with it being a 2 hour ride from my house to Harrison. Looking forward to it! :fing02: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer dutchinterceptor Posted February 26, 2010 Author Member Contributer Share Posted February 26, 2010 If it wasn't twice as far as the TN/GA/NC mtns I'd be there! :goofy: I'd never venture far from home either if I lived where you do!:fing02: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastbroshi Posted February 26, 2010 Share Posted February 26, 2010 If it wasn't twice as far as the TN/GA/NC mtns I'd be there! :goofy: I'd never venture far from home either if I lived where you do!:fing02: Put me down as a strong maybe, I'd already planned to go about that time to just about the same area but now people are changing the month they wanna go...just need to get my beak wet with this new job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum CEO HispanicSlammer Posted February 28, 2010 Forum CEO Share Posted February 28, 2010 I asked for the time off - the bike though might not be back together by then though! Put me in the second list. It will take me at least a day 1/2 to get there though so - ride out Thursday get there mid Friday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer dutchinterceptor Posted February 28, 2010 Author Member Contributer Share Posted February 28, 2010 I asked for the time off - the bike though might not be back together by then though! Put me in the second list. It will take me at least a day 1/2 to get there though so - ride out Thursday get there mid Friday Okie Dokie. :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Blesk Posted March 1, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted March 1, 2010 Add Sis and me to the maybe list. I just checked the calendar and my days off around that weekend are Thursday and Monday. I'll check if I've got enough time off saved to do this and confirm my flex/off days. Then it still depends on whether anyone else has already requested that time off. Oy! How did getting a day off ever get so complicated?!?! :fing02: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer dutchinterceptor Posted March 2, 2010 Author Member Contributer Share Posted March 2, 2010 Add Sis and me to the maybe list. I just checked the calendar and my days off around that weekend are Thursday and Monday. I'll check if I've got enough time off saved to do this and confirm my flex/off days. Then it still depends on whether anyone else has already requested that time off. Oy! How did getting a day off ever get so complicated?!?! You and Sis are on the list. Hope to see you there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee 2002 Posted March 3, 2010 Share Posted March 3, 2010 I'm Definitely Going List Luvmyvfr + Several u20overboy Lee 2002 I Want To Go But Too Soon To Commit List Ryanme17 Adam79 gswanson 00Yeller chris2992 vfrurknee(One Day Only) fastbroshi Hispanic Slammer Blesk and Sis I'll probably arrive Thursday night or Friday Morning.... will work that part out. I have a potential calendar shot location I want to hit on my way down. Will leave Sunday in time to sleep in my own bed. My wife is on serious drugs right now and is agreeing to all kinds of stuff that she doesn't even comprehend. Life is pretty good right now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee 2002 Posted March 3, 2010 Share Posted March 3, 2010 I am at the Days Inn, Harrison, AR. Thursday, Friday, Saturday night. See you all in Hillbilly Kansas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer dutchinterceptor Posted March 5, 2010 Author Member Contributer Share Posted March 5, 2010 I am at the Days Inn, Harrison, AR. Thursday, Friday, Saturday night. See you all in Hillbilly Kansas. Awesome! :mellow: I'm gonna call them in the morning to see if they'll give us a better rate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer ki-speed Posted March 5, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted March 5, 2010 Dutch, Sounds like a great ride / time but I'm already committed to a Big Bend ride leaving on April 26th. You guys have a safe / fun ride. Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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