Cosmo 10 Posted January 8, 2019 I'm a little busy that weekend! https://www.northcoastchurch.com/the-desert-rat-experience/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kiwi Wayne 3 Posted January 9, 2019 Amgems Thanks for NOT organizing. I can NOT find any excuse why I should NOT do this. 99% in Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kiwi Wayne 3 Posted January 12, 2019 Room booked. Bags on bike. 99.9% in 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amgems 79 Posted January 13, 2019 Start: https://goo.gl/maps/6iav1S87vZv Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MacDuncan 131 Posted January 16, 2019 Ten day forecast looks good. Leaning that direction. Thanks Amgems. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kiwi Wayne 3 Posted January 19, 2019 On 1/16/2019 at 1:24 PM, MacDuncan said: Ten day forecast looks good. Leaning that direction. Thanks Amgems. 100% Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amgems 79 Posted January 19, 2019 Weather looks good I'll update in a day or two Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kiwi Wayne 3 Posted January 19, 2019 I booked a room with 2 beds thinking 1 of my useless friends would tag along. They all had weak excuses like being in NZ or AUS or prerunning the Parker 400 and ----. So.... I have a spare bed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkug 146 Posted January 20, 2019 I may have a guest from N calif. coming ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reximus 10 Posted January 20, 2019 No bikes over 500cc....so the would NOT be a good ride for the Big Red Pig? (Xr650R) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkug 146 Posted January 20, 2019 33 minutes ago, Reximus said: No bikes over 500cc....so the would NOT be a good ride for the Big Red Pig? (Xr650R) XR would be fine -- thats what everyone had back in the day Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reximus 10 Posted January 20, 2019 Yes, the primitive suspension, and archaic styling...its like riding a time machine made of lead. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amgems 79 Posted January 20, 2019 18 hours ago, Reximus said: No bikes over 500cc....so the would NOT be a good ride for the Big Red Pig? (Xr650R) Probably not a problem if you can ride in deep sand and rocks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amgems 79 Posted January 20, 2019 I sent out some maps and tracks. may have missed some guys. Let me know if you want them. Please don't share these tracks and maps publicly. Me and another guy put all this stuff together a few years back and he mentioned that he did not want these shared. Thanks See you Saturday. Kick stands up and rolling at 0800 A very important thing about this ride: Between Mecca and Blythe you will need approx 135 miles gas range. Please read the first post. And this thread: http://dualsport-sd.com/forums/index.php?/topic/24697-thoughtful-and-interesting/ !!! Wait for the guy behind you at all turns. Make sure he sees you before you take off. !!! There are bailouts to I-10 if you need to get off the dirt Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amgems 79 Posted January 22, 2019 The first GPX file had some confusing track names and numbering. I re-did it and sent the new one out via PM's. It is a good idea for as many riders as possible to have this on their GPS for backup. Let me know if you need it. Please only share with other riders on this ride. Meet up at Ranger Station early enough so that you will be ready to roll at 0800. You don't want to be the guy we have to wait for, because if you are "that guy", we will make fun of you for 2 days straight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amgems 79 Posted January 23, 2019 Head Count. Please let me know if I'm missing anyone. amgems - Jim - in paulmbowers - Paul - in kkug - Ken - in Kiwi Wayne - Wayne - in Moeny - Ben - in MacDuncan - John - in (if bike is ready) The weather looks good we will see lows of 40 highs of 75. Layers. Just to keep the honest people honest. I am bringing a small cable and lock to lock bikes up at night. It will handle 2 -3 bikes. Might want to bring another. Never had a problem. Usually leave bikes right in front of office. In my past experience with the ultra posh Motel 6, they usually don't have shampoo. If you want to keep your locks luxurious, might want to pack a small bottle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted January 23, 2019 Will reservations be required for the dining room and spa treatments? I’d like to pre-order my soufflé for dessert. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dress4Less 162 Posted January 23, 2019 2 hours ago, amgems said: Usually leave bikes right in front of office.... Jim - can you guys just push the bikes into the rooms overnight? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkug 146 Posted January 23, 2019 39 minutes ago, Dress4Less said: Jim - can you guys just push the bikes into the rooms overnight? 2nd. floor? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ptkatoomer 114 Posted January 23, 2019 On 1/8/2019 at 6:32 AM, Cosmo said: I'm a little busy that weekend! https://www.northcoastchurch.com/the-desert-rat-experience/ I'll be at this as well. Maybe ill see you out there. I'll be hanging with the Ramona boys. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amgems 79 Posted January 23, 2019 4 hours ago, paulmbowers said: Will reservations be required for the dining room and spa treatments? I’d like to pre-order my soufflé for dessert. As a part of the Platinum Elite Package the dining room arrangements and spa treatments are already taken care of Mr Bowers. You may want to delay your visit to the spa and dining room until after the hosted champagne welcome reception at poolside. I've contacted the concierge and the souffle will be ready for you. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kiwi Wayne 3 Posted January 24, 2019 9 hours ago, amgems said: MacDuncan - John - in (if bike is ready) Shoulda got a honda! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dress4Less 162 Posted January 24, 2019 7 hours ago, kkug said: 2nd. floor? Ken - skills like yours = no problemo...😉 Or, put your bike in a downstairs room...😳 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amgems 79 Posted January 24, 2019 17 hours ago, Dress4Less said: Jim - can you guys just push the bikes into the rooms overnight? Have done that before. It was snowing. Don't think we'll need to. Good weather, well lit, high visibility, Clerk is right there. Thanks Chris. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites