WiSTOC '07

[forgitaboutut]

Wi STOC
Click Here (http://www.st-owners.com/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=131&day=2007-9-14&c=1) to attend
When: Sept.14th,15th and 16th
Where: Spring Green,WI
Motels: Spring Green Motel (Camping also Avail. Here!)
Highway 14 East, E5296B Hwy 14
Spring Green, WI 53588
Ph: (608) 588-2141 or 1-888-647-4410
Email: sgmotel@charter.net
(sgmotel@charter.net) 1 bed $55.00
2 beds $79.00
3 beds $85.00
The above rates are for the room, no matter how many you squeeze into it.
Camping will be around $7.00 a night
They have a shower room for the tenters. If enough people tent they will set aside a room for them to use


Pat's Place
Highway C & Hwy 14
Spring Green WI 53588
Phone: 608-588-7828

Usonian Inn
608-588-2323
E5116 US Highway 14
Spring Green WI 53588-9787
http://www.usonianinn.com/

There is camping available
at Tower Hill State Park,(3 Miles South)


BUT unless you have an annual Wi. parks sticker I think it will cost $7 ($10 for non Wi. res.):mad: and they DON'T have showers there!:eek: NO RESERV. either- First Come First serv....if anyone is interested in camping here PM me and I get more Info

Gov.Dodge Sate park
(About 16 miles south )http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/land/parks/specific/govdodge/

This one is private! - NO FEE!http://www.bobsriverside.com/camping.htm




ATTRACTIONS:

Merrimac car ferry (33miles NE. from Spring Green - Hwy 60 East to Hwy12, to Hwy 78,then to 113)...If you want to go on a short boat ride (15 Min.) with your bike,check out the Merrimac Car (and BIKE)Ferry(FREE!!!) in Merrimac on Hwy 113...(between hwy60-(south end) and hwy78-(north end)(there may be a LONG line,But bikes go first! If there is a line, just pass everbody and they let bikes go first!!This is not "line skipping"-These are the rules! CYCLES 1st! Ya Gotta love it!!!)
(Watch for flashing signs on Highways 12, 113, and 60. These signs provide drivers an early warning when the ferry is not running.)

Cave of the mounds- about a 30 min.tour of a cave...some sharp formations down there!...
http://www.caveofthemounds.com/

House On The Rock - this is an all day project! I walked through there FAST once and it still took 4 hours!
http://www.thehouseontherock.com/

DISCLAIMER: The parks below ALL require an addmission fee of $5 or $7 for a day pass,unless you have a Wi annual sticker. I am checking to see if a day pass can be used at other parks...

Natural Bridge State Park
Inspect a natural arch of sandstone with a rock shelter used by people when the glacier was melting, 11,000 years ago. On County Highway C, 12 miles west of Devil's Lake in Sauk County. No camping. C/o S5975 Park Road, Baraboo 53913-9299. (608) 356-8301; TDD (608) 356-4281

Devil's Lake State Park
An Ice Age unit where 500-foot bluffs flank a 360-acre lake. Swimming, fishing, boating (electric motor only), canoeing, scuba diving, hiking, nature center (by appointment during off-season), year-round naturalist and cross-country skiing. S5975 Park Rd, Baraboo 53913-9299. (608) 356-8301; TDD (608) 356-4274).

Wildcat Mountain State Park(Good Riding Area!)
Canoeing on the winding Kickapoo River and horseback riding for those who bring their own horses are the highlights. An observation point overlooks the Kickapoo Valley and the Village of Ontario. Camping, hiking, fishing, cross-country skiing. Box 99, Ontario 54651. (608) 337-4775.

Wyalusing State Park
The Wisconsin Ridge Campground overlooks the Mississippi and Wisconsin rivers 500 feet below. Scarlet tanagers and wild turkeys are among the more than 100 bird species spotted on one-day field trips. 13342 Cty. Hwy. C, Bagley 53801. (608) 996-2261

:usflag1: This Event is dedicated to all those that lost thier lives
on 9-11-01 and those that GAVE their lives so we ALL can be free to do whatever the hell we want! (well at least within certain laws :cop2::D)
:usflag1:

[mstgsaly269]

ok I have said in front of all you that I will be there in spring green with Rich, so if I back down he has the right to hold it against me. So I guess I will see you all there, and If I can commit to this, you all sure as heck can too..... One last good ride for all us northerners before old man winter kicks in again.

[forgitaboutut]

Hell, I'll settle for thanksgiving, But none of this april snow crap!!! and 50's in Feb.!:D

[Muchmore]

545 miles this is doable.

[forgitaboutut]

VERY doable! come on up!:D

[forgitaboutut]

UPDATE...Currently We have 15 rooms available We might be able to get more...THEY ONLY HAVE 4 THAT ARE SINGLES!!. I would suggest to make your reservations ASAP...If you NEED a single room and they don't have any...
you may need to check out other Motels in the area...otherwise find someone to share a room with and save money!!!(or Camp it!) When calling, be sure to tell them you are with ST-OWNERS! or they may tell you they don't have any rooms available for that weekend!...PM me if you have any questions,suggestions or comments! (We are set up for the Spring Green Motel)

Spring Green,WI
Motels: Spring Green Motel
Highway 14 East, E5296B Hwy 14
Spring Green, WI 53588
Ph: (608) 588-2141 or 1-888-647-4410
Email: sgmotel@charter.net

Pat's Place
Highway C & Hwy 14
Spring Green WI 53588
Phone: 608-588-7828

Usonian Inn
608-588-2323
E5116 US Highway 14
Spring Green WI 53588-9787
http://www.usonianinn.com/

[MNwing]

Called at lunch time today and there were still singles available. Didn't ask about the others.

[forgitaboutut]

I don't think anybody made reservations yet...Kevin_56 is checking into the Usanion Inn for rooms and rates

[forgitaboutut]

here is loop that Kevin_56 came up with :bow1:

$10 for you out of Sate Tourists ($7 for In State - or annual sticker) to get in the parks...But that pass will get you ALL of them! so hang on to it if you do this Loop! and at no extra charge you get a FREE (no strings attached) boat ride with your ST (or whatever your riding) aboard!:D

I will add a Mapsorce file of this after I pre ride this and make sure I did it right!

[number9]

Guys, can we kill one of these 2 WiSTOC threads so people don't get mixed up and get the wrong details. I DID go ahead and make a reservation at the Spring Green Motel. I don't mind to change motels as long as we have one central thread where the info takes place.

[Mellow]

Guys, can we kill one of these 2 WiSTOC threads so people don't get mixed up and get the wrong details. I DID go ahead and make a reservation at the Spring Green Motel. I don't mind to change motels as long as we have one central thread where the info takes place.

Thanks Jason, this is the 'stuck' one with all the details on the first post so I killed the other one.. :hat1:

[MNwing]

Also made reservations at Spring Grren Motel.

[forgitaboutut]

Guys, can we kill one of these 2 WiSTOC threads so people don't get mixed up and get the wrong details. I DID go ahead and make a reservation at the Spring Green Motel. I don't mind to change motels as long as we have one central thread where the info takes place.

Thanks! I didnt mean to have 2 threads....it just kinda happend...it was messing me up too,as to where I should post stuff!(Not to mention hijacking someone else's thread to start with!)
We're not changing Motels! we will most likley run out single-rooms,
we and are posting alternate Motels in case somebody NEEDS a single,and they can't get one at Spring Green Motel...is why We are looking as this as an Overflow if we need it
(We have 15 rooms at Spring Green Motel,with only 4 Singles,
We might be able to get more rooms here,but no more Singles!)

Spring Green Motel
Highway 14 East, E5296B Hwy 14
Spring Green, WI 53588
Ph: (608) 588-2141 or 1-888-647-4410
Email: sgmotel@charter.net



Usonian Inn
608-588-2323
E5116 US Highway 14
Spring Green WI 53588-9787
http://www.usonianinn.com/ (you MIGHT get a 10 or 15% discount if ST-OWNERS is mentioned...but not 100% sure about it...?)

I say WE because Kevin_56 is doing more work on this than I am!:bow1:
KUDOS to KEVIN_56!:bow1:

The next thing we are trying to work on is a Sat. night dinner
Kevin suggested it and I wasn't sure about it!...
I don't know if everbody wants to or not so I guess we'll wait till about mid July or so, once we get a good Idea how many people we have and take poll/vote if everybody wants to get together for a formal
dinner???...(opinons are greatly appreciated!)

any questions comments or suggestions, please feel free to PM Kevin or I .
Rich

[Kevin_56]

Dang,, I think there was a link to another place to stay in the other thread that was deleted about WiSTOC,, it was a re-modeled barn I believe,, anyone know the website?


Papa - it is the Round Barn - Click Here (http://www.roundbarn.com/) for more information.

Kevin

[tkresler]

Papa, you going? Didn't we meet at Moonshine this year? I seem to remember a Papa down there.

I'm thinking about dragging the wife up there. I haven't registered yet, but I plan on it in the next day or so.

Tim

[forgitaboutut]

I'm planning on doing a test ride on route I made up for Wistoc, Sat (5-26) If
anyone cares to join me...

[dannyk]

I am hoping to attend, but its to far off for me to make any concrete plans as of yet.

[Putt]

I am hoping to attend, but its to far off for me to make any concrete plans as of yet.

Besides, Danny may be snowed in by then :crackup


Putt...

[mstgsaly269]

Besides, Danny may be snowed in by then :crackup


Putt...

I have to say thank you to PUTT no matter what he writes, he always seems to make me crack a smile, Thanks for making my day better:bow1:

[forgitaboutut]

Here is a route for WiSToc
Ok...this might be a little too much! 330 miles!
but I have pre-ridden this, found a dead end and a couple gravel roads I deleted,and have come to the conclusion that my Zumo is a piece of CRAP!!!
After misleading me at CampSToc a little bit, and getting down there too....!,
(It had me go off the freeway and get right back on!) ...

3/4 of the way through this route It said ("drive 1.5 miles and turn right")
then it immediatly said "Recalculating"!....told me the same thing("drive 1.5 miles and turn right")then "recalculating" and did it over and over ..
plus it told me to turn right once,and there was no road there!:confused:

shortly after that I turned it off to disconnect the bluetooth from the phone...
when I turned it on again,it said "no XM antenna"...
I turned off and tried to turn it back on agian...it won't turn on!!!
I even tried the charger when I got back..nothing

Then today, I get home from work to call Garmin, and it fires up,and the Xm
works...but the batt. was dead...:confused: :mad: this sholud be fun trying to explain this problem!

anyways...here's the route on MapSource...I suggest an early start if anybody is interested!:crackup

[STeve1300]

...anyways...here's the route on MapSource...I suggest an early start if anybody is interested!:crackup

Rich, I'm thinkin' that any miscalculations you plot will transfer right along with the map file....this is gonna be fun... I can see the headlines now..."Breaking News... Fifteen Honda motorcycles play 'follow the leader' right into the Wisconsin River... Complete story at 6PM". I love an adventure....I'm in!!!

[STeve1300]

....and FYI there are now only 2 single rooms left!!! Also Rich was right about them saying they were booked up.... you need to mention that you are with ST-Owners!

[forgitaboutut]

no wayyyyyy steve! I prerode this route!
however my zumo is really screwing up!
I had to call them, and they suggested to put it to factory reset!
Ill try again, if it acts up, I'm sending it in!

here's the route you can print out if anybody needs it!
http://www.sundaymorningrides.com/road/7456031/

[MLRickards]

I'm in! Great time to make a trip up from TX. Looking forward to riding some of the "roads of my youth". :)

[Diggers1300]

Clarification needed.

Virginia and I are gonna try to make this but I'm confused about the shower situation at Tower Hill State Park. At the top of this tread is states that it has a "shower room for tenters". Then I read "if enough people tent they will set aside a shower room". Now to add to the confusion, down below all this it says "and they DON'T have showers there!"

So....

Showers? No showers? What is a "shower room" that they would set aside.

Gov. Dodge State Park looks like it might be a better bet for camping. (Which we will be doing of course!)

[Kevin_56]

Clarification needed.

Virginia and I are gonna try to make this but I'm confused about the shower situation at Tower Hill State Park. At the top of this tread is states that it has a "shower room for tenters". Then I read "if enough people tent they will set aside a shower room". Now to add to the confusion, down below all this it says "and they DON'T have showers there!"

So....

Showers? No showers? What is a "shower room" that they would set aside.

Gov. Dodge State Park looks like it might be a better bet for camping. (Which we will be doing of course!)

There is campng at the Spring Green Motel. They have a large area to set up at. They will have a shower room to use. If they have enough tenters, they said they will set aside a room for the tenters to use.

Governor Dodge will require you to get a state park pass along with the camping fees. Park pass is $10 per day good at all WI parks on that day. $35 for the year. These are for out of state visitors.

Tower Hill has no shower facilities and is a first come first served campground. Park pass required. Could not find the cost per night, but will keep loking.

Camping fees at the motel are $7 per night. Up side is shower and at the home motel location. Down side is they are near highway 14. Others have camped here before and are again. Fees at Governor Dodge are $14 for out of state plus the park pass. 16 miles from the motel.

Hope this clears things up. Feel free to PM me for any other information.

Kevin

[forgitaboutut]

I'm in! Great time to make a trip up from TX. Looking forward to riding some of the "roads of my youth". :)

glad you could make it Mark!


Clarification needed.

Virginia and I are gonna try to make this but I'm confused about the shower situation at Tower Hill State Park. At the top of this tread is states that it has a "shower room for tenters". Then I read "if enough people tent they will set aside a shower room". Now to add to the confusion, down below all this it says "and they DON'T have showers there!"

So....

Showers? No showers? What is a "shower room" that they would set aside.

Gov. Dodge State Park looks like it might be a better bet for camping. (Which we will be doing of course!)

There are NO showers at Tower Hill ... There is camping available right at the Spring Green Motel,Which is where most of us are staying,There they will have a Shower room for the campers,and if enough campers are there,they said they would have a seperate Motel room set aside for the campers to change...ect....
(in the back of the motel, there is plenty of room with tables and a Fire pit,
and I will have enough wood to burn there!)

The ONLY drawback I can see camping at the Motel would be if it is very windy,because it is an open area, and the main Hwy.(might be a little noisy with traffic...) is there too!

I hope this helps clear things up a little, please PM me if you need any information at all!:)
Rich

[STeve1300]

Hi Steve & Virginia! I've camped Wisconsin alot, and I would not recommend Tower Hill. I just toured there recently, and it had tons of mosquitos, no actual river... more of a swamp... and I do not believe they even had any type of water except for the drinking fountains...translated... no flush toilets... no sinks... no shower. Now Governer Dodge... very nice... very big...very clean. Kinda like Cloudland Canyon. It has similar topography, but on a smaller scale. I really like going there. Good fishing as well. Instead of that all day ride, Ahnna & I are actually going to Devil's Lake State Park for some hiking along the limestone cliffs. It's a well known area, and probably the most reserved campsite in the State, but 45 minutes away from Spring Green. PM me for my cell phone # if you have any questions. I hope you two can make it!

[forgitaboutut]

LAST CALL WARNING FOR RESERVATIONS AT SPRING GREEN MOTEL!

On August 1st,We will have to pull any rooms that that haven't been reserved...So if anyone is planning on getting a room there,please make a reservation NOW! Otherwise you will not be guaranteed a room...(And there is at Least one large wedding on that weekend...)

If you are planning on camping at the Hotel,you do not need reservations!

Spring Green Motel (Camping also Avail. Here!)
Highway 14 East, E5296B Hwy 14
Spring Green, WI 53588
Ph: (608) 588-2141 or 1-888-647-4410
Email: sgmotel@charter.net
1 bed $55.00
2 beds $79.00
3 beds $85.00
The above rates are for the room, no matter how many you squeeze into it.
Camping will be around $7.00 a night
They have a shower room for the tenters. If enough people tent they will set aside a room for them to use

Be sure to mention that you are with ST-OWNERS or they will tell you no rooms are available!!!

here is another Motel in the area you could try if you need a single bed
(Spring Green Motel is out of single's)
Usonian Inn
608-588-2323
E5116 US Highway 14
Spring Green WI 53588-9787
http://www.usonianinn.com/

If anyone has a problem getting a room,please PM me or Kevin56,and we will find something as close as we can!

And finally,please sign in on the "attend" page if you coming,there will be a dinner on Sat. if anybody's interested,and we need an accurate head count
http://www.st-owners.com/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=131&day=2007-9-14&c=1
Thanks...
Rich

[George]

Rich, be sure to say "HI!" to the Spring Green Motel folks for me. They always treated us really well when TWISTAR was HQed there in the 90s.

[forgitaboutut]

Rich, be sure to say "HI!" to the Spring Green Motel folks for me. They always treated us really well when TWISTAR was HQed there in the 90s.

I already did George!:cool:
They retired and thier kids are running it now ...they did remember you...:)

[forgitaboutut]

I just called SGM,, they had 1, 2 and 3 bed rooms avaliable. Im booked.:)

GREAT!!!
I was under the impression at YooperSTOC that MNWING got the last single room....
Rich

[motomac]

Rich, if I go I will be camping. Do I need to reserve a camp site?

[dannyk]

Mac, if you are camping at the motel, no reservation is needed, as I have already asked the question. Danny

[mstgsaly269]

danny is correct, Rich and I have stayed at the sgmotel a few times years ago with HSTA, behind the motel is a big grassy area, with a fire pit and you just set up anywhere. Rich said....Camping will be around $7.00 a night
They have a shower room for the tenters. If enough people tent they will set aside a room for them to use

[motomac]

OK, I thought that would be the case for campers, but those big red letters got my attn!!! Thanks for the responses.

[Diggers1300]

If they are gonna set aside a shower room for the tenters if there are "enough of them", do we (the tenters) need to let someone know ahead of time?

Just a tad too early to tell, but if Virginia and I can make it, we'll be camping at the motel.

[Kevin_56]

If they are gonna set aside a shower room for the tenters if there are "enough of them", do we (the tenters) need to let someone know ahead of time?

Just a tad too early to tell, but if Virginia and I can make it, we'll be camping at the motel.

Those that are tenting do not have to reserve a site. It is group camping. If there are a lot of tenters, they may open a motel room for the tenters to use as a dressing/shower room. Otherwise, they have a shower room for the campers seperate of the motel rooms.

Less than 6 weeks to go.

Kevin

[forgitaboutut]

If they are gonna set aside a shower room for the tenters if there are "enough of them", do we (the tenters) need to let someone know ahead of time?

Just a tad too early to tell, but if Virginia and I can make it, we'll be camping at the motel.

Sure hope you guys can make it! looks like it will be a pretty good turnout!

[stoc445]

I didn't see any mention of dinner plans are for Friday night and it's not my intent to offend anyone by posting this up. But I know of an awesome restaurant that can put out a burger that ranks in my top 3 burger places. For those who know the area, Rookies is what I'm referring too, about 15 miles from Spring Green. I've talked Jason in heading there, so one and all are welcome to join us.

[Kevin_56]

Reservations have been made at Arthur's in Spring Green for Saturday supper at 7 PM. We will be ordering off the menu. All are welcome. Click here (http://www.foodspot.com/arthurs/menu.html) to see the menu.

Friday night at Rookies sounds like a great plan.

Looking forward to this weekend.

See you there.

Kevin

[forgitaboutut]

Rookies sounds good to me!
I will probably have a pot of chilli and some Cheese and crackers too nibble on
too...

[Diggers1300]

Looking forward to it!

As of right now, Virginia and I are planning on being there.

Can't wait. More miles on the ST! :hat1:

[forgitaboutut]

Looking forward to it!

As of right now, Virginia and I are planning on being there.

Can't wait. More miles on the ST! :hat1:

Great! hope we have good weather for it!

[upnorthdad]

Guys and Gals,
What time at Rookies, I live about 15 miles from Rookies so I have no excuse to not join whoever is going to be there........
Thanks Dave

[mstgsaly269]

Guys and Gals,
What time at Rookies, I live about 15 miles from Rookies so I have no excuse to not join whoever is going to be there........
Thanks Dave

well I'm thinking maybe about 7 ish, that way there is enough time for everyone to arrive and get settled.... what do the rest of ya think?

[Dave Tracy]

Rich,

I just bought my first ST. Tell me all about the club and this weekend in Spring Green. Sounds like fun.


Thanks,

Dave Tracy

[forgitaboutut]

:welcome1: :cool: Congrats on your new ride Dave!
This is the first STOC event Kevin_56 & I have tried!...looks like we have about 20 or so riders, arriving friday in Spring green...pretty much do your or own thing or get a group ride going on Sat...and dinner sat. night @ Arthur's (here's the menu... http://www.foodspot.com/arthurs/menu.html)
Spring Green Motel has a gas grill there if anyone wants to bring there own food...and I'll have stuff to chow on friday...at least enough to hold us 'till dinner
I mapped out a long ride (300 miles) and Kevin mapped a shorter one (100 miles) of course you can do your own ride if you please!...
There should be plenty of tire-kicking and lie telling on friday..so come on down and introduce yourself! if you have any questions about it or need anything
feel free send me or Kevin_56 a PM
Hope to see ya there!

[Brighteyesue]

:lol: A little over two weeks away and I'm already getting antsy,,, geeze.


Antsy?? Does that mean you are growing 6 legs and can carry your own weight in cargo?

:lol: :D :lol: :D :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :lol: :D :lol: :D

:duck: :duck: :duck: :duck: :duck: :duck: :duck: :duck:

[STeve1300]

:lol:


Antsy?? Does that mean you are growing 6 legs and can carry your own weight in cargo?


Ahhh... that would explain his new avatar...

http://www.centralquestion.com/archives/ants.jpg

[Viggo]

Man, am I disappointed that I'll be missing this event. I hope someone takes and posts lots of pics so I can enjoy it vicariously after the fact.

[upnorthdad]

Viggo, yes that is to bad.... I'm working on a project in Minnetonka right now but I have ridden the bike up yet however.....
Thanks Dave

[MNwing]

upnorthdad, where at in Minnetonka? I work in Minnetonka, close to 62 and 494.

[upnorthdad]

Viggo, remodeling the Lands' End store on 394.........
Thanks Dave

[forgitaboutut]

Papa,did you get around gays mills area at all?
It's in part of a route I mapped out and was wondering if any roads were washed out?...I'll have to ride there next weekend to what roads may be washed out from the flooding last week

[Kevin_56]

Rich - there are many roads in and around Gays Mills that are closed. Highway 60 from 80 to US 61 is closed. 131 north of SH 60 is closed to Steuben. These might be open by the 14th but not sure. Click HERE (http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/travel/flood.htm) to get the DOT's current information.

Kevin

[Dave Tracy]

Hi everybody,

I'm Dave and just got an 06 St1300 left over and want to come down from Eau Claire,WI and socialize. What is the schedule for Saturday? Maybe I can meet you somewhere.

Thanks,

Dave

[forgitaboutut]

Rich - there are many roads in and around Gays Mills that are closed. Highway 60 from 80 to US 61 is closed. 131 north of SH 60 is closed to Steuben. These might be open by the 14th but not sure. Click HERE (http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/travel/flood.htm) to get the DOT's current information.

Kevin

Thanks Kevin,I was affraid of that! Looks like the north end should be ok...
I'm definatly gonna have to ride out there and probably re-route the afternoon ride...
SAT.9-8 if anybody wants to go for a long ride!

Hi everybody,

I'm Dave and just got an 06 St1300 left over and want to come down from Eau Claire,WI and socialize. What is the schedule for Saturday? Maybe I can meet you somewhere.

Thanks,

Dave
Dave,and anybody else who wants to stop in and say hi:welcome1: :bigpop: come on down to the Spring Green motel (looks like we have about 20...)
there are tables in the back and it will be a good place to socialize.
Hwy 14 and Rainbow Road N43 10.772 W90 03.350

If you would want to meet along the route,the closest place from Eau Claire would be around Ontario/Wildcat Mtn. (Should be there around 9:30-10:00)
Kevin's Route is going the other way so PM kevin If you want meet up with them...I would think around baraboo somewhere...
Or if you want to stop by the hotel later, I think everybody should be back by 4 or 5...

This is sort of a do your own thing if you want,But I have a 300 mile route planned for sat. for anybody who wants to do it (I'm thinking kickstands up at 8 am...)
And Kevin_56 has a shorter route planned out also,and if anybody wants to just go off and explore on thier own there will be maps available of the area...

here's the route I was thinking of,but will probably be edited due to flooding...

[number9]

So do the pre-planned routes include enough roads to get the Rustic Roads Patch thingy from the WI DMV - tourism or whatever?

[forgitaboutut]

So do the pre-planned routes include enough roads to get the Rustic Roads Patch thingy from the WI DMV - tourism or whatever?

nope...sorry to say that they don't...I believe you need 10 rustic raods...
there is only 1 or 2 in mine...It would be really hardt to get 10 in the area...

the easiest way to that would be a Southeast wi (alot more rustic roads in this area!)ride,but the roads and scenery is much better southwest...

[number9]

Huh, I thought this whole WI-STOC thing got started from John O' posting about the Rustic Roads thing and it snowballed from there. :confused:

Guess I'll end up laying out my own route then, no biggie. The only reason I decided to do the WI trip was to do the rustic roads to qualify for the patch or whatever it is. Not that I'd even use the patch, but for the challenge of doing the required amount in one weekend.

[forgitaboutut]

Huh, I thought this whole WI-STOC thing got started from John O' posting about the Rustic Roads thing and it snowballed from there. :confused:

Guess I'll end up laying out my own route then, no biggie. The only reason I decided to do the WI trip was to do the rustic roads to qualify for the patch or whatever it is. Not that I'd even use the patch, but for the challenge of doing the required amount in one weekend.

yeah, I kinda hijacked john's thread a little,trying to see if anyone was interested in a Wi. event...sorrry for the confusion...

[Kevin_56]

Number9 - You may have already found this website for the Rustic Roads (http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/travel/scenic/maps.htm) in Wisconsin. Overlay Spring Green and you will see that to get 10 Rustic roads will require quite a bit of riding. Add to that, 17 inches of rain in August and you have several washed out roads in this area. I did a little car tour tonight and will be adjusting my route a little due to road construction. I do understand your desire to get this patch and will gladly assist you in any way that I can to help you and anyone else out. Looking at the map, you should have no problem getting 10 roads on the way to and/or from WiSTOC, that is if you are coming from KY.

Less than 2 weeks to go and I hope the weather is as good as it was for this weekend.

Kevin

Huh, I thought this whole WI-STOC thing got started from John O' posting about the Rustic Roads thing and it snowballed from there. :confused:

Guess I'll end up laying out my own route then, no biggie. The only reason I decided to do the WI trip was to do the rustic roads to qualify for the patch or whatever it is. Not that I'd even use the patch, but for the challenge of doing the required amount in one weekend.

[forgitaboutut]

I tried to map out a couple Rustic routes... (using MS.S&T,it changed the order around a little...but I guess it figured the shortest way..?)
(these are leaving from Spring Green...)
Route 1 , rustic roads #49;69;19;20;96;22;48;102;50;14...= 336 miles

Route 2 , rustic roads#49;69;96;19;20;35;68;90;27;81 =301 miles

[number9]

Hey thanks, I'll check those routes out. I have been working on one of my own on the way up to hit a bunch of the RR's. I only targeted ones that are paved - should I expect even some of those to be washed out as well? Most of them were in the southeast corner of WI. The route I have laid out so far (and it is still evolving) will put me at 19 RR's when I hit Spring Green. I'd like to get 25 and get the certificate, although I need to contact them and see what rules I have to follow in doing the RR deal (pics of me, the bike, or both and the sign - at each end or each spur or whatever? )

[forgitaboutut]

Hey thanks, I'll check those routes out. I have been working on one of my own on the way up to hit a bunch of the RR's. I only targeted ones that are paved - should I expect even some of those to be washed out as well? Most of them were in the southeast corner of WI. The route I have laid out so far (and it is still evolving) will put me at 19 RR's when I hit Spring Green. I'd like to get 25 and get the certificate, although I need to contact them and see what rules I have to follow in doing the RR deal (pics of me, the bike, or both and the sign - at each end or each spur or whatever? )

Southeast is not flooded at all ,Racine and kenosha got hit good,but I was just down there,and didn't see 1 wet road! southwest is,and there are only a few RR's out that way!
you should fine!
Goodluck on contacting them... I could not get through yesterday or today!...
I sent them a letter,hopefuly they will send me something by next week!

I THINK all you need is a pic. with your Lic. plate by the # of the RR sign,but don't quote me on that!
If I find out any info on it,I'll post it here....

[MNwing]

One question about the roads in SW WI. Is 171 open from WI 35 to Richland Center or do you know? Really enjoyed it when we had the RTE in Richland Center last May and would like to ride it again on the way down if its open.

[Kevin_56]

One question about the roads in SW WI. Is 171 open from WI 35 to Richland Center or do you know? Really enjoyed it when we had the RTE in Richland Center last May and would like to ride it again on the way down if its open.

I just looked at the DOT detour and closure map (http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/travel/docs/map-flooddetours.pdf) and it does not have 171 closed. Gays Mills was hit real bad by the flood. Based on the map, you should be able to ride 171. The road and shoulders may be in bad shape due to the flooding. Your call. I am just going by the roads near there that I rode 2 weekends ago. See you next weekend.

Kevin

[forgitaboutut]

One question about the roads in SW WI. Is 171 open from WI 35 to Richland Center or do you know? Really enjoyed it when we had the RTE in Richland Center last May and would like to ride it again on the way down if its open.

I don't know, but Papa and I are riding there on sat....
will find out what, if any roads are out!

[Diggers1300]

Well, I knew it would come down to the wire. But I finally got the word from work. Virginia and I will see ya'll in Spring Green on Friday!! :woo

ROAD TRIP!!

Is it the 14th yet?! Oh, wait. Gotta plan a route, find a campground for on the way there, mount new rubber, pack... Lots to do! Can't wait!

[STeve1300]

... Virginia and I will see ya'll in Spring Green on Friday!!

ROAD TRIP!!

:woo:woo

Glad you two can make it!!!! See ya there.

[forgitaboutut]

Well, I knew it would come down to the wire. But I finally got the word from work. Virginia and I will see ya'll in Spring Green on Friday!! :woo

ROAD TRIP!!

Is it the 14th yet?! Oh, wait. Gotta plan a route, find a campground for on the way there, mount new rubber, pack... Lots to do! Can't wait!

don't forget your not in TX anymore! (it may be a bit on the cool side in the morning!
have a safe ride!

[Kevin Powers]

If you check this link:
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=228886

You'll find a thread that has some RR loops mapped and I've posted a gps file with all of the Rustic Routes listed as routes. Routes which are gravel have a 'G' , routes that are a mixe of paved and gravel have a 'PG'.

Kevin

[forgitaboutut]

If you check this link:
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=228886

You'll find a thread that has some RR loops mapped and I've posted a gps file with all of the Rustic Routes listed as routes.

Kevin

Very cool Kevin! Thanks for sharing!

[STPaulK]

Is the ST-OWNERS.COM banner going to be sent to WISTOC?

[Kevin_56]

Well a week to go.

I stopped at the motel and see we have at least 6 or 7 rooms occupied and at least a couple camping.

Rooms should be ready to occupy by 2 or sooner on Friday. Check out is 10:30 and they will try to get our rooms ready first.

A partial list of known activities are:

Friday 7 PM supper at Rookies just east of Mazomanie.

Saturday 8 AM departure for the loop Rich has routed, Leaving from the Spring Green Motel
Saturday 10 AM departure for the loop I have routed, Leaving fromt he Spring Green Motel
Saturday 7 PM at Arthur's in Spring Green.

Sunday ??????

If you prefer you can plan your own fun and games.

If you trust a 10 day weather forecast, we might have good riding for Friday and Saturday. Then again we are talking about people who get paid to be wrong. :rolleyes:

I am looking forward to seeing old friends and many new ones. Have a safe trip to WiSTOC. Can not wait.

I pre-road my route and it is around 125 miles without entering the state parks. There are several local eateries on the route. I have yet to have a bad meal in the Mom and Pop type bar/grills.

Kevin :03biker:

[stoc445]

Kevin,
I recall you mentioned (somewhere) road closures in some routes. Have the Garmin files been updated or can you post these closures?

[motomac]

No, the banner will pillioned from NNESToc by motomac. Is the ST-OWNERS.COM banner going to be sent to WISTOC?

[Kevin_56]

Kevin,
I recall you mentioned (somewhere) road closures in some routes. Have the Garmin files been updated or can you post these closures?

Post #76 has a link to the road closure map. Rich is riding his route tomorrow and will be able to report on his section. The route I have picked out is free of washed out roads.

Here is my updated Garmin route for Saturday. I will have my laptop at the motel for refinements and other uses.

Kevin

[Kevin_56]

I take it that you are no longer a maybe :rolleyes:

See you there.

Kevin

No, the banner will pillioned from NNESToc by motomac.

[crazykz]

I hope to be there guys. I will be camping if I am there as I have no money left after the IBR. ;) Got my credit card bill and it's still not all on there. Ugh and double ouch.

Looking forward to seeing people there. Should be fun. Let's all put out the good vibes for decent weather.

Curt

[mstgsaly269]

I hope to be there guys. I will be camping if I am there as I have no money left after the IBR. ;) Got my credit card bill and it's still not all on there. Ugh and double ouch.

Looking forward to seeing people there. Should be fun. Let's all put out the good vibes for decent weather.

Curt

It will be nice to see you again curt, hope you make it. And don't worry I never have any money either LOL

I also will have my laptop there with Rich's route on it if anyone needs to get it, plus as my son will be riding the route with Rich, my daughter and I will be staying behind to greet any late arrivals on sat. I will have maps of the area for them if they choose to ride, or just meet up with them for lunch.I will also have wood with for a fire at night or in the mornings as the weather man is calling for high 40's at night.
I can't wait to meet everyone, as this will be my weekend to be the social butterfly.

[motomac]

I take it that you are no longer a maybe :rolleyes:

See you there.

Kevin


I guess I should change that huh? If only I knew how. Yeah, I will be there, but since I haven't put any miles on the "new to me Wing" yet, I will be riding it to WISToc. No spitballs or other stuff now!!!!!

[MNwing]

Mac, sure there will be not spitballs or other stuff, most of us know you've ridden the ST at most events we've to. Looking forward to seeing you again.

[Diggers1300]

don't forget your not in TX anymore! (it may be a bit on the cool side in the morning!
have a safe ride!

No problemo! I'll have my heater with me!

[forgitaboutut]

Kevin,
I recall you mentioned (somewhere) road closures in some routes. Have the Garmin files been updated or can you post these closures?


This is my Final Update for the 300 mile Route...the only thing edited was Oak road towards the south end...(way point shouldn't have been there...It's pretty obvious not to go on it...GRAVEL!!!:eek: )
And the Lunch stop has been added -"Murphy's Rolling bar" on Hwy's 61 and 171, just south of Soldiers Grove...
(I will have files/downloads avai.l at hotel too...)
My Zumo is not navigating right goin into Dickeyville (from Hwy 61 to 151)
it will be interesting if anyone els'e does this...)map is correct with no verbal nav....:confused: )I think after my last trip this year I'm sending my Zumo in! (depending how it goes)


Papa met up with me today, and rode the route (THANKS GLEN,I enjoyed your company!:bow1: )
All roads were good!-no wash outs!-Just some fields that looked like ponds!

No problemo! I'll have my heater with me!
That's good STeve...we will probably be in the 40's in early AM for you campers!:eek:

Curt And Mac...glad you guys can make it!

okay...time to quit babbling....I'm all wired after my 11 hour ride and 3 hour nap:rolleyes:

[forgitaboutut]

[QUOTE=Papa;298737]Hey Rich,Those I had to try one of those rustic roads on the way home, lots of gravel, grey, same color as the road. :eek:
The urge to tease is great, but I'll refrain. Walnuts Rich,,,walnuts.[/QUOTE
:rolleyes: :crackup :crackup :mw1: :spank1:

If you really want to do the RR Glen,they tell you which ones are paved on the website

I got the info on the RR program...they could have just told me over the phone (If I could ever get through!)

number9, there are 3 RR's along the 300 mile route. 2 are just SW of Wilcat Mtn. State Park on 131. #55 and 56 and one is all the way down in the SW corner #99, FYI
"To verify participation, have your Pic taken with your bike in front of the RR NUMBERED sign. If solo, just your bike needs to be in front of the numbered sign. Once you assemble the minimum # of Pics.(10 or 25),forward them to the Wisconsin Motorcycle Saftey Program for a patch and/or certificate. There is no time limit, and group photos are acceptable"



BUREAU OF TRANSPORTATION SAFTEY
MOTORCYCLE SAFTEY PROGRAM
P.O. BOX 7936,MMADISON, WI 53707-7836

[upnorthdad]

Great day for a ride,
I hope all of you in WI got to ride some yesterday.... wow.... took my 8 yr old daughter to Mirror lake by the Dells for some canoeing... we had fun. We can only pray for perfect weather like that next weekend.... Looking forward to next weekend... Thanks for everyones work on this ride, I appreciate....
See ya Friday night at 7:00pm
Thanks Dave

[STeve1300]

.....this will be my weekend to be the social butterfly.

Something tells me you've 'butterflied' before.....

[crazykz]

Everyone was in the Dells. Boxergrrlie was at the Milwaukee BMW Rally and I was in the Dells for a Bachelor party. Got back this morning and started catching up again.

Curt

Great day for a ride,
I hope all of you in WI got to ride some yesterday.... wow.... took my 8 yr old daughter to Mirror lake by the Dells for some canoeing... we had fun. We can only pray for perfect weather like that next weekend.... Looking forward to next weekend... Thanks for everyones work on this ride, I appreciate....
See ya Friday night at 7:00pm
Thanks Dave

[3000marty]

looking for info for where/when everyone is meeting saturday to start the ride

[wrk101]

I just missed it. I was through Spring Green last week. My wife and I stopped and did the tour of Taliesan. Pretty area, it was unusually hot last week, hotter than NC!


bill kramer
waynesville, nc

[Kevin_56]

looking for info for where/when everyone is meeting saturday to start the ride

3000marty - Post #84 has the information of activities planned. The Spring Green Motel is the "official" Host site.

I am sure we will be putting the fire pits to work on Friday and Saturday nights.

Hope you can make it.

Kevin

[forgitaboutut]

Spring Green Motel is located at hwy 14 and Rainbow Rd. (Just east of hwy 23) N43 10.772 W90 03.350
I guess fall has kicked in...looks a high 56F on Sat. but at least Sunny!

[STPaulK]

I guess fall has kicked in...looks a high 56F on Sat. but at least Sunny!

Hey, I'm set. Got my heated grips, heated seat, Vstrom handguards and Jastek socket for my lectric vest all wired up and ready to go. Kevin Powers and I are taking the long way to Spring Green from Mpls via Copper Harbor, MI where I hear it's below freezing. :eek:

[STeve1300]

Terrible news.... my SO Ahnna has low sided her bike (Posted here (http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?p=301096#post301096)). In support of her, I will not be attending WISTOC as planned. In support of me, Ahnna and I will attend Saturdays' dinner, via car, and stay over at the Motel that night, but she understandably does not want to ride for a while.... so we won't be there on Friday.

[motomac]

Ok, We'll see you Saturday.

[motomac]

I just checked the 10 day for Spring Green and ya'll better bring the electric gear if you have it. Tomorrow the high will be 75, Friday and Saturday below 60 for the high and Sunday rain.

[motomac]

OK, I'm so used to STOC events starting on Thursday, I never looked at the dates and I'm set up in Spring Green. Been to the store and rounded up some grub and pretty cozy. Wind is bit strong, but I set my tent on the lee side of a bushy pine tree. See ya'll when youse get cheer.

[Kevin_56]

Motomac - Glad to see you will not be late. I will be bringing some firewood in the morning then headed back on the bike after that. Looking forward to this weekend.

Kevin

[crazykz]

OK, I'm so used to STOC events starting on Thursday, I never looked at the dates and I'm set up in Spring Green. Been to the store and rounded up some grub and pretty cozy. Wind is bit strong, but I set my tent on the lee side of a bushy pine tree. See ya'll when youse get cheer.

You can take a trip to Vetesnik's outside of Richland Center tomorrow if you get bored. Big Honda dealer with a pretty good selection of stuff. I tried to get a test ride on one of the Can-Am 3 wheeled units but it was too late in the day. They may still have them there.

I'll be there on Saturday while you guys are out riding. I have to get my rear shock replaced at some point.

http://tinyurl.com/2qs2y3
27475 Us Hwy 14
Richland Center, WI 53581
(608) 647-8808
http://www.vetesnik.com

Curt

[forgitaboutut]

hang in there Mac! 14 more hours to go...

[sundesj]

I can't make it on Friday. Saterday and Sunday are a go. where will the meeting place be Saterday morning?

[Kevin_56]

Post number 84 has an itinerary for this weekend. My best guess for the short loop return to the motel is about 2 PM. Not sure on Rich's loop, but would guess by 4.

Other than the cool temperatures, we should have a good weekend. That is if you believe weather forecasters. See you all soon.

Kevin

[motomac]

Thanks Curt, I've checked that place out on line, but never realized it was in WI!

[crazykz]

I past an 04 ST1300 on I-90/I-94/I-39 going north about dusk. Not sure if it was someone headed to WiSTOC or not. Blue/Black helmet I think and Blue and Black jacket.

Curt

[George]

Be aware that some of the COMPoST crew (Chicago Online Motorcycle Pothole Slalom Team will be in the area Saturday/Sunday. Mostly sport bikes, good crew, ya might recognize a couple of'em by their slanty eyes. Also, the COMPoST stickers on their rides. If ya see any, tell'em I said HI!

[Kevin_56]

Here we are. Weather is a little cool. Fire was hot. Refreshments were cold. Basketball court is new. BES made it!. Had a great supper at Rookies - great place, met up with upnorthdad. Going to be a little cool in the AM. Will still be a great ride. Some are still in route for a Saturday arrival. Plenty of wood to burn. Not to late to join us for a campfire BS session.

Glad to see this many have made it so far.

Kevin

[motomac]

The long ride got started late due to fog. We will probably at Wildcat Mt at 1130. Lunch about 1330.

[Kevin_56]

Here it is Sunday morning. Thanks to all who showed up. From what I could tell a great time was had by those that rode Saturday and for those who chose to hang around. States that were represented were (at least the ones I remember) - Texas, Ohio, Michigan, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Illinois and the home state of Wisconsin. The WiFI or site is a little slow this AM, so once I get a faster response I will post some pictures from last nights campfire BS session.

Next year is being planned with a Thursday event start.

Kevin

[Dave Tracy]

Hi,

Well My friend Tim and I were in town about 11:30 and there was no to be found. We saw a few ST's and a lot of other guys but no groups. Sorry we missed you. We left Eau Claire at 8am at 29 degrees. I would like to help plan next years event please let me know how I can help.

Dave Tracy

[motomac]

I arrived home at 1445 my time so I made pretty good time. It was a lot warmer this morning than yesterday and NO RAIN!!!! Thanks Kevin and Rich for putting this together. Rich, nice job on the ride and don't worry about the U-turns, if I ever go on a group ride wthout a missed turn, I'll have something to add to my memoirs. Those folks at the Motel are a great family. Enjoyed the whole package. 18 people signed the banner and I know for sure Terry didn't sign, but I think there were others who didn't sign as well. It was great to meet some new folks and see ones I have met before. At my age some of you had to prod my memory, but you will get there someday also. Thanks again guys.

[upnorthdad]

Thanks everyone,
I had a great ride with some great people yesterday.... it was great riding with you Joe, Mac and Rich.... Thanks much to Rich and Kevin for having the event organized without a hitch.. Sorry I couldn't make it back last night but that's the disadvantage of living so close to the event ......
Thanks again, Dave

[dannyk]

Thanks Rich and Kevin for a nice time and some great riding, good to see friends again. I arrived home around around 1520, great ride home also. Danny

[Kevin_56]

Hi,

Well My friend Tim and I were in town about 11:30 and there was no to be found. We saw a few ST's and a lot of other guys but no groups. Sorry we missed you. We left Eau Claire at 8am at 29 degrees. I would like to help plan next years event please let me know how I can help.

Dave Tracy

Dave - sorry we could not cross paths. It was a little cool in the AM. Thanks for the offer to help out next year. I run up to LaCrosse several times a year. Maybe we could meet up one of those times and chat.

Pictures have been posted on my earlier thank you post.

Kevin

[STeve1300]

Here's some more pics (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13721271@N08/)..... Who has the group Photo????

[Dave Tracy]

Kevin,

Anytime you or anyone else is in the Eau Claire area dont hesitate to stop in. I would love it. And if you guys want help let me know.

[crazykz]

Here's some more pics (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13721271@N08/)..... Who has the group Photo????

Great pics Steve. Glad to see everyone there. I had a great time.

Curt

[forgitaboutut]

Just wanted to thank everybody who came out! YOU guys made this happen!
I think everbody had a great time, and I don't think ANYBODY went down!!!!:yr1: :clap2:
I was about to drop my Wing, and Kris (my Passenger jumped off just in a nick of time to save the day!) Now that's a GREAT riding partner huh!!??

Dinner was great Kevin!

[motomac]

Just wanted to thank everybody who came out! YOU guys made this happen!
I think everbody had a great time, and I don't think ANYBODY went down!!!!:yr1: :clap2:
I was about to drop my Wing, and Kris (my Passenger jumped off just in a nick of time to save the day!) Now that's a GREAT riding partner huh!!??

Dinner was great Kevin!

So that's why he got off!!!!! I saw him get off and wondered why he did and then got right back on. Didn't know you were in trouble.

[nelsont]

Sorry to have not hooked up at the motel. although my freind Dave and may have seen several ST's on the road. Don't feel to bad, we had a awesome ride back home "the long way home". 485 miles round trip, not bad for a days ride.
i will plan to over night it next year as to meet you fine people.
Tim

[3000marty]

:bow1: thanks kevin for being our fearless leader it was a great route. for being our first rally my wife and i loved it!!! .we plan to do many more. i would like to thank everyone for being such a excellent representation of this sport and web site. be safe and thanks again:03biker:

[MNwing]

Rich and Kevin thanks for putting this together. Sorry I had to bail Sat due to illness, arrived home about 2, wasn't the best ride of my life. Headed to the Dr. this morning so hope they give me something that will help.

[mstgsaly269]

Rich and Kevin thanks for putting this together. Sorry I had to bail Sat due to illness, arrived home about 2, wasn't the best ride of my life. Headed to the Dr. this morning so hope they give me something that will help.

It was nice seeing you again, hope your feeling better soon. For everyone else, it was great meeting new people and seeing some old faces again, not to mention making some new friends. it was a good time. Kevin ,the kids loved playing ball with you, thanks for entertaining them. Glen, thanks for the fly and salt trick but if you don't mind, I will refrain from asking you for salt LOL:crackup
Sue ,steve & Ahnaa we will see you in 3 weeks, that will actually be the last leg of Rich's & my 10 day trip so I maybe a bit sore by then. I had a great time and hope to see everyone again next year.

[Brighteyesue]

I had a great time too. Saw some familair friends and made new friends too. Lady Riders ROCK (pillion or otherwise :D )


Thank you to Kevin & Rich & Family for all your efforts :D

C'mon on down to KC if you can

[crazykz]

Lady Riders ROCK (pillion or otherwise :D )

You mean rock and ROLL don't you? :crackup

:04biker::04biker::04biker::04biker::04biker:

Curt

[Kevin_56]

I arrived home at 1445 my time so I made pretty good time. It was a lot warmer this morning than yesterday and NO RAIN!!!! Thanks Kevin and Rich for putting this together. Rich, nice job on the ride and don't worry about the U-turns, if I ever go on a group ride wthout a missed turn, I'll have something to add to my memoirs. Those folks at the Motel are a great family. Enjoyed the whole package. 18 people signed the banner and I know for sure Terry didn't sign, but I think there were others who didn't sign as well. It was great to meet some new folks and see ones I have met before. At my age some of you had to prod my memory, but you will get there someday also. Thanks again guys.

I have an unofficial head count of 27 people who were at the motel at one time or another. I have names of 26 of them. The nameless person is the one on a red 1100 that rode part of the short loop and either missed the route or decided he really wanted to watch that Badger game. Thanks Mac for being this years banner delivery man. It seemed like a tough job, but you stepped up to the task.

Hope to see many of you at future events and at WiSTOC 2.

Kevin

[crazykz]

I have an unofficial head count of 27 people who were at the motel at one time or another. I have names of 26 of them. The nameless person is the one on a red 1100 that rode part of the short loop and either missed the route or decided he really wanted to watch that Badger game. Thanks Mac for being this years banner delivery man. It seemed like a tough job, but you stepped up to the task.

Hope to see many of you at future events and at WiSTOC 2.

Kevin

Kevin Powers has a red 1100 but he was at the campfire Saturday so maybe that wasn't him.

Curt

[motomac]

Kevin Powers signed the banner.

[Kevin_56]

The mystery man was not Kevin. We exchanged names in Mazo, but my CRS kicked in. The rest on the short ride did not remember his name either. Hopefully the mystery will be solved.

Kevin

[dannyk]

My ride to wiSToc started out early Friday morning, I left my home with the temperature reading 46 degree’s on the st. I rode to Joe’s place in Aurora where his wife made us a nice breakfast of farm fresh eggs, bacon, and toast. We then left for wistoc following the pre planned route that I had downloaded into the 2720. Looking at the site that Rich and Kevin had posted I planned a route that would allow us to take in the ferry at Merrimac. After around 350 miles we were at the motel in Spring Green where we met up with some fellow riders that were already there. Saturday morning we awoke to heavy fog due partially to the close proximity to the Wisconsin river and temperatures in the very low 30’s. It took a while for the sun to burn off the fog but that didn’t stop anyone from riding. Several went on the longer route with Rich and several went on the shorter route with Kevin. I decided to take in some of the local attractions, after a very nice ride on some of the alphabet roads that southwest Wisconsin is known for I ended up at the Cave of the Mounds, and took the hour long tour of the underground cavern. After the tour I was on my way back to my bike and met up with Steve, (sunjest), it seems like I had dropped my motel room key by the bike when I was getting the gear off etc. and he found it alongside of the bike, thanks Steve. He then took me on a tour of some more roads and ended up at the shop in Richland Center where we ended up talking with Curt for a bit as he was finishing up the repair to the shock that failed him on the iron butt ride. We then left and had a late afternnoon lunch and returned to the motel.
The motel was very nice with well kept grounds, a fire pit, barbecue grill and a basketball court with lights for night time games.
Of course this is the time for migrating geese, winging their way south for warmer climates, with stops anywhere there is food, and as the fields across from the motel had just been recently picked of corn there were always geese arriving to take advantage of leftovers.
The route home Joe took lead, and we traveled some very nice roads ending up in Iron Mountain where we parted company, great ride and a very nice event. Dannyk

[Kevin Powers]

The mystery red ST1100 may have been Up North Dad. He lives nearby but was was at Rookies Friday evening and stopped by the motel for at least a little bit.

Kevin

[mstgsaly269]

The mystery red ST1100 may have been Up North Dad. He lives nearby but was was at Rookies Friday evening and stopped by the motel for at least a little bit.

Kevin

if I recall, upnorthdad took off with rich sat morning on the long run, so don't think it was him.

[motomac]

upnorthdad did go on the long ride with Rich, Joe and me. Don't think he came back to the motel so he probably didn't sign the banner.

[Diggers1300]

Thanks to Kevin and Rich and family for putting this on! We had a great time! Virginia says it was even better that she didn't have to camp in the cold. Thanks to Glen for sharing his two room "suite" with us.

Weather for the most part was great. 72 degrees when we left Texas at 0630 and only 78 degrees when we stopped in Missouri to camp for the night. Started out at 61 degrees Friday morning and steadily dropped until it got in the low 30s at Spring Green that night. And the wind!! We thought we took a wrong turn and was going through West Texas! Temps where a little warm (94) by the time we got back to Texas. Pulled in the driveway about 1800 Monday evening.

The Spring Green Motel was a very motorcycle friendly place. We highly recommend keeping the event there next year. Would be great to have another day there with a Thursday start. I like Rich and Kevin's idea of having a BBQ right on the premises. More time to BS around the fire. Some were understandably retiring early due to having to leave early the next morning after a long day of riding.

It was great seeing old friends again and making some new ones. And it's not just age Mac! It'll take Virginia and I a couple more times to remember everyone's name that we met! Not all of us can have a memory like Terry!

[upnorthdad]

Guys and Gals,
Mac's right, I didn't sign the banner, thought I could make it back to dinner Sat. night but it didn't happen. I had a great time... next year I will try to go to an event out of town... safe riding everyone.
Thanks Dave