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5 hours ago, Axel_7 said:

Didit (tony) any word on laundry services at the Rocket or close by.
 

There is a laundry mat right across the street. Self serve or full serve.

I think we paid $7 and it came back clean, fluffed & folded.

Event added to the official VFRD Calendar . . . of . . . events.

Feel free to RSVP, but the official count for shirts, meals and such are done at 33.

See ya'll in 1 month (today)!

2 hours ago, Belfry said:

Any idea what they charge for balancing and installation?  Does the 35 percent discount apply to labour too? 🤔

Great questions?  Perhaps you / or whom ever books first can ask and let us all know.

Cheers,

14 hours ago, Cogswell said:

 

Does that make the deadline June 26th? 

Yes, that would be 2 weeks before the Tuesday.  I may suggest ordering early, also to book your install day/ time well in advance.

Rapid City is approx 50 N of Custer.  On the "Finding Nemo" route.  They should be in their new location by the end of June.

Pick whatever day suites you - arrival day / during the week / departure day.

Added info about Rice Honda Suzuki coming on as our event Bike Shop sponsor.

They're providing a 35% discount for those who pre-order tires at least 2 weeks +, prior to the meet.

Also providing prizes for the event.

Not sure if we'll see them down in Custer, but for those taking advantage of this offer, you'll see their brand new shop (opening end of June).

Looks like a sweet place - pic to come later.

Thanks to everyone who registered and looking forward to wrapping up the final details.

Now, to get my bike working. . . . .

Nothing like cutting it close.  Glad to have you!

Thanks for picking up the room vfrcapn!  The hosts do appreciate us coming.

Just a last day reminder, the link for registration will be removed tomorrow.

I'll be finalizing the shirts, meals and such over the weekend and placing the order(s) on Monday.

10 hours ago, 34468Randy said:

So. I was wondering. What is the deal on the request for us to bring flags? Are you speaking of a large flag or a bumper staff type of flag? What are we going to be doing with them? I can bring one, even get a BC flag, if there is a reason. But travelling by bike, especially if you are packing for a 2 or 3 week tour, storage space is at a premium.  Though a flag would not take up much space, it does take up space. I would appreciate knowing more about this.

Not to worry, we'll be well represented.  Pack a shirt instead of a flag and enjoy the adventure.

1 hour ago, Willy said:

I know what you mean. I'm just making a point to get riding multiple long day trips as a way to tune up the body....   Cheers!

 

Um, ya - I guess this would be a good idea. Haven't been on the bike since July last year.  Only 6 weeks to go.

The pressure feels like cramming for exams the night before.  Hoping to solve the non-starting issue this weekend and get out on some seat time.

Bumping the thread - updated the first post with current details.

Tick tock for fence sitters.

18 hours ago, Veefer800Canuck said:

 

Thanks Tony! 

 

PS: Dolly said you never call? 

 

That was a sheep and nasty 1 night stand.  She herd I was passing through, wanting a relationsheep.

I wasn't going to pull the wool over her eyes.  Between ewe and me, it was shear inhibition then I hoofed it out there.

Two more added to the list.  Still waiting for Spring to load, as daylight savings is now in effect.

Hope to have final logo & shirt designs completed this month.

The meal menu is done.  Still working on a few 'things' and the swag bag.

Great to see all the early interest and registrations coming in.

A big part of choosing Custer & SD as the destination was the monuments in the area, giving a chance to see some incredible sites, perhaps even bucket list items.

The day rides include stops at some of the most known, with time for getting off the bike, checking them out, taking pics.

Of course, there are a bunch of cool, little back roads and smaller vistas to search and enjoy.

I'll be providing a list & route(s) to many of these, some you may know, some you may be surprised to see. 

Here are links to the day ride routes I have so far.  I'll be creating GPS files as well (through TYRE) and making them available too.

Finding Nemo

The Devil's Day

Please note:  The route(s) may change slightly, as certain roads are currently closed (seasonal) and will show accessible in late spring.

Plus, there will be maps.  Ya'll know I like maps.  So ya, there will be maps.  Big Maps? Pocket Maps? Fold-able Maps? Plastic Maps?  MAPS!!!

As usual, we'll arrange for groups of 8-10 with leaders/sweepers.

Maybe a few brave souls should 'dorm' up with the last few family rooms.

Yes, it's stepping out of your zone, but that's how great friendships start.

Besides saving some $$$, most every VFRD member I've met is a good egg.

Just .02¢ worth.

Registration link has been added to lead thread post.  The registration must be accessed from a computer, NOT a phone or tablet.

If you have trouble with the link, or have any other questions regarding the registration, please PM me, so as not to overload the meet thread.

I'll be adding more stuff, like day ride download page & gps files, meals, and shirt details as they become available.

There is 1 Queen room and 2 family suites left at the Rocket.  Otherwise, we have pretty much the whole place for the SUMSUM.

Anyone on the fence or looking at the Chief across the street - now is your chance to book into the Rocket Motel.

All events & festivities will be hosted on the back patio/ Gazebo at the Rocket.  Everything is within walking distance.

Worked on the daily ride route options for Wed & Thursday.

Have Thursday nights dinner booked - menu pending.

Trying to figure out a registration means, trying to avoid the fees at Eventbrite to stretch every dollar.

Logo is in final design stages.

Starting to evaluate shirt types, colours, etc.

Expanding on (ehem) other things for the event to be memorable.

Route from BC is done.  We'll be arriving late Sunday, so as to have Monday to prep all the stuff for ya'll to start rolling in Tuesday.

2 hours ago, Lee 2002 said:

I want to get my photo on a street that is named after me that I have never had the opportunity to visit.

 

I'm dying to know what that street is called?  So many of your aliases are running through my mind.

I'll be checking your cell for the pic when you arrive!

Thanks Axel,  Great to see the early interest in the SS4.  I guess this means I really need to do this.

Now that the Christmas week is here, I'll be working on the event minutia including registration.

I'm not using PayPal anymore so I need to come up with new registration options.  Will most likely use Eventbrite again.

Last few times I paid a higher than expected amount due to currency exchange & bank fees.

I may have to seek out a US member to act as treasurer or something.

Been working on a logo.  Still needs tweaking.

Stay tuned in the coming week for the updates as I get them sorted.  Heck, I still need to figure out what I'll be riding    ???

14 hours ago, Cogswell said:

The Chief looks like a good alternative . . . covered bike parking, bike cleanup supplies and towel provided and for $8 they'll  wash and fold a bag of laundry (or you can DIY it).    Hmmm . . .

The laundry service is a few doors down, beside the Family Dollar at the 'Lost Sock'.  We used them last summer and yes, for $8 they wash/dry/fluff/fold.

In the new year I'll be updating the lead post with additional area details and working on the itinerary for the event.

11 hours ago, Axel_7 said:

Didit are you suggesting a overflow hotel?

 

Located across the street, is the Chief Motel.  605.673.2318   www.chiefmotel.com

I have NOT spoken to them nor checked into this location, other than seeing they have a 4.5 star rating on google maps.

There is also a Best Western a ½ mile S on Mt Rushmore Rd.  605.673.2275.

Again, no knowledge on this location, other than a 3.9 rating on google maps.

13 hours ago, 007 said:

Thanks for the suggestions, but I was referring to riding temperatures.  I will be wearing ATGATT, which will not include shorts, t-shirts, jeans, Speedo's, flip flops, etc.  Are there significant elevation changes such that it will be 40 degrees on top of the mountain?  I'm new to the area.

Of course ATGATT  is the standard - no squid attire was implied - simply referencing after ride day was done.

Riding temp?  Nothing extreme in the way of AM/PM temp swings in SD, but when getting there (for us out West) a few mountain passes require a few thermal layers.

I always ride with layers.  Like an onion.  So I can peel my scarred emotions and stuff them deep down (in my luggage) only to return when tortured.

12 hours ago, Willy said:

Hope some of you folks from BC bring some whiskey with you.....    Just sayin'.....  :-)

 

 

Whiskey?  From BC?  What, just cause us Canadians tend to imbibe now and again.

Potentially some good rum for me but no whiskey.  Whiskey makes me . . . . . never mind. 

4 hours ago, 007 said:

What sort of temperatures are to be expected in this region at that time of year?

Warm to warmer.  Last year, we had a little rain (on the way there and 1 stormy night) but very comfortable.

(F) 80° - 90° during the day: Shorts & T shirts

50° - 57° during the evening: perhaps jeans & a light jacket/ long sleeve

If it's sunny - wear sun screen, hat & shades

If it rains - wear a jacket & shades

If it's cool - wear jeans, a jacket & shades

If it's hot - strip down to shorts & your shades

17 minutes ago, Cageless-in-Seattle said:

 

Might be best to note that Friday is the official departure day.  I was reading the July 10-12 as meaning the departure (checkout) date was Thursday. 

 

Thanks yet again Kevin.  Lead post edited.

3 minutes ago, Axel_7 said:

We added the Thursday night just in case. Will cancel if we plan on route back earlier

I should hope so?  Thursday night will be the wind up dinner and parking lot proceedings.