ShowMeSTOC is a GO!!! 18-20 April 2008

[STOC6366]

{now 18-20 April 2008 due to conflict with Moonshine event next door in Illinois}
Hey, everyone!
I'm committing to organizing my first STOC...and the first ever (??) ShowMeSTOC! As soon as i figure out how to publish this in the EVENTS section, it will be there so hold off on your requests, etc.

I've posted this event on the forum calendar, too.

There are numerous hotels in Saint Robert so lodging will be no problem. If you have an inflatable mattress or cot, and don't mind sleeping on the floor (some carpet, some concrete), I have room for around 20...not sure how long the water heater will hold up for shower time, though!!!

Off the cuff and as a means to generate interest and traffic, I've put forth the following draft agenda. This is in by no means locked in stone; heck, the dates might even change by the time April 08 rolls around!

Recommendations for events and items of interest are more than welcome so if you can think of anything the group might like to do, just let me know. I'm more than happy to play tour guide for Fort Leonard Wood and the surrounding area...ideas welcome.

In the near future, I'll be developing a website dedicated to this event that will include maps, brochures, links, and related items that will make it easy for everyone to coordinate their schedules, etc.

Location: Saint Robert, Missouri 65584
Draft Itinerary & Events:
Day 1 {Friday} -
- Riding tour through Fort Leonard Wood (http://www.wood.army.mil), home of the US Army Engineer, Chemical and Military Police Schools; the largest contingent of US Marines outside of a Marine Corps installation; the US Air Force Civil Engineering training detachment, and home of the US Army Maneuver Support Center.
- Tours at the installation and schools' museums; gift shops on-site!
- Ride to/from Lake Pomme de Terre (approx. 4.5 hours)
- Cook-out @ Fowler Home? Local park?

Day 2 {Saturday} -
- Morning ride to/from Branson (5 hour ride) via scenic route
- Barbeque @ Skyline Cycles (local Honda dealer) [Waynesville, Missouri 65583), 1400-UTC
- Another ride to...?

Day 3 {Sunday} -
- To be determined as time draws nearer

[Putt]

Gonna include rt 17?? You still have some of old RT66 in your area... Devils Elbow, etc..


Putt...

[Mellow]

Only the admins can add it to the events section so give me a little time and I'll get it added.

Thanks for doing this.. kudos!

[Mellow]

This is also during moonshine next year 4/12. Just in case you didn't see that. You can't always schedule events around all the other events but I would imagine quite a few will be hitting moonshine..

[STOC6366]

Already a change...don't know how I missed it, but it will be the week following the Moonshine event. Stay posted for more changes!

Oh, and Route 17 and Old Route 66 are on the agenda, although those roads are getting worse every year...knocked my TomTom out of it's cradle this week.

[STOC6366]

Ok,,I'll watch this one. Maybe the box turtles won't be so thick on the roads that time of year. :turtle

No kidding...at least they don't dart across the road like good ole' possums, squirrels, and rabbits...oh, and don't forget our favorite - Bambi & family.

[forgitaboutut]

I just hope we don't get hit with a snow storm like last April!
Sure hope I can make it!

[George]

I need a couple more events to make my April 08 trip complete.

[motomac]

I just hope we don't get hit with a snow storm like last April!
Sure hope I can make it!

Just shovel or snow blow a path to the nearest cleared street like I did for DesertSToc!!!!

[Muchmore]

Man we hit a little of RT66 on the way home from Moonshine last year you are right it is RUFF. But count me in.

[4INer]

I could probably get the group hooked up to go watch the A-10's from my Air Force reserve unit fire at the Ft Leonard Wood range on Friday. Let me know fi there's interest and I'll see what hurdles need to be cleared to make it happen.

[Muchmore]

I could probably get the group hooked up to go watch the A-10's from my Air Force reserve unit fire at the Ft Leonard Wood range on Friday. Let me know fi there's interest and I'll see what hurdles need to be cleared to make it happen.

Uh, interest here, hello, interested.

[STOC6366]

I could probably get the group hooked up to go watch the A-10's from my Air Force reserve unit fire at the Ft Leonard Wood range on Friday. Let me know fi there's interest and I'll see what hurdles need to be cleared to make it happen.
ROGER THAT!

[4INer]

OK I'll talk to Public Affairs Tomorrow and see if I can get this ball rolling. April 18th correct?

[Putt]

The A10/GAU8A is impressive, watched em work out at the Gila Bend Gunnery/bombing range in Aridzona...
After they were done, we got to take a look at some of the old deuce and
a halfs that they were working over..... And they were only using the
soft iron rounds...

Putt...

[George]

I could probably get the group hooked up to go watch the A-10's from my Air Force reserve unit fire at the Ft Leonard Wood range on Friday. Let me know fi there's interest and I'll see what hurdles need to be cleared to make it happen.

Me! Me! Pick MEEEEEEeeeeeeeeeee!!!!! I think the A-10 tank busters are the coolest plane since the c-47 Puff!!!

[Mellow]

I could probably get the group hooked up to go watch the A-10's from my Air Force reserve unit fire at the Ft Leonard Wood range on Friday. Let me know fi there's interest and I'll see what hurdles need to be cleared to make it happen.

That would be so cool...

[forgitaboutut]

I could probably get the group hooked up to go watch the A-10's from my Air Force reserve unit fire at the Ft Leonard Wood range on Friday. Let me know fi there's interest and I'll see what hurdles need to be cleared to make it happen.

If you do that, I am going to have to come down a day early!:cool:
Rich

[4INer]

The A10/GAU8A is impressive, watched em work out at the Gila Bend Gunnery/bombing range in Aridzona...
After they were done, we got to take a look at some of the old deuce and
a halfs that they were working over..... And they were only using the
soft iron rounds...

Putt...

The TP rounds (Target practice) are aluminum. But when you send a 50 mm round out of a barrel at 4200 feet per second (with 60 rounds leaving the barrels every second), even aluminum can do some pretty amazing damage. BTW, I talked to Public affairs today and it is at least a possibility. Should know more in a week or so.

[Putt]

The TP rounds (Target practice) are aluminum. But when you send a 50 mm round out of a barrel at 4200 feet per second (with 60 rounds leaving the barrels every second), even aluminum can do some pretty amazing damage. BTW, I talked to Public affairs today and it is at least a possibility. Should know more in a week or so.

I have some shards around here somewhere.. Either steel or iron, (they are
magnetic) definitely not DU or aluminum..... 30MM

Putt...

[Muchmore]

motorcycles, bullets, cookouts, airplanes where's the strip club?

[4INer]

I have some shards around here somewhere.. Either steel or iron, (they are
magnetic) definitely not DU or aluminum..... 30MM

Putt...
Sorry about the 5o mm. That was a typo and should have been 30mm. But if the were firing other than aluminum TP, it was a combat bullet. And they can shoot combat rounds at Gilla Bend. Pretty amazing to waych them fire HEI (explosive) rounds. A typical combat load will have a mix of HEI and armour piercing rounds. Due to the rapid fire rate he HEI round will actually follow teh Armour piercing round through the same hole and the detonate once inside. Cool stuff. Just be sure the shards you have aren't Armour piercing. They would contain depleted uranium.........

[4INer]

Didn't mean to hijack the thread with airplane talk. We've probably had enough of that in other threads this year anyway..... :~) But as for admission to the range to watch an A-10 demo during ShowMeSTOC....... Looks like a go. I talked with the range today, and they said all it takes is for me to give them a call with numbers about a month out, and then for the Thunderbolts (A-10's) to be on that days schedule. And I do have some influence on the flying schedule. So barring bad weather, we should be able to do it.

[Brighteyesue]

But as for admission to the range to watch an A-10 demo during ShowMeSTOC....... Looks like a go. I talked with the range today, and they said all it takes is for me to give them a call with numbers about a month out, and then for the Thunderbolts (A-10's) to be on that days schedule. And I do have some influence on the flying schedule. So barring bad weather, we should be able to do it.


Ok, between you and Muchmore - Geesh, you guys are upping the coolness factor ALOT!!!!

Raising the bar in MO!!!

[4INer]

Ok, between you and Muchmore - Geesh, you guys are upping the coolness factor ALOT!!!!

Raising the bar in MO!!!

We have bars in MO????????:)

[Muchmore]

We have bars in MO????????:)
Blue Oyster Club.

[forgitaboutut]

Didn't mean to hijack the thread with airplane talk. We've probably had enough of that in other threads this year anyway..... :~) But as for admission to the range to watch an A-10 demo during ShowMeSTOC....... Looks like a go. I talked with the range today, and they said all it takes is for me to give them a call with numbers about a month out, and then for the Thunderbolts (A-10's) to be on that days schedule. And I do have some influence on the flying schedule. So barring bad weather, we should be able to do it.

this would be so awsome!
Now if you could just talk them into letting us be co-pilots!! :plane1: :crackup :crackup

[STeve1300]

this would be so awsome!
Now if you could just talk them into letting us be co-pilots!! :plane1:

Hey my license plate is "SST".... Who wants to be a copilot... I wanna fly!!!

[DennisH]

Before getting to wound up, you better check the rules and regs for riding on FLW. We had to remove it from the Anysoldier.com ride because most of the riders would not qualify to ride on base.

[STOC6366]

Riding regulations on Fort Leonard Wood are pretty strict. That being said, though, Cannon Range is located on but off (?) Fort Leonard Wood. Access is from Highway 17. As time draws closer, I'll put together a strip map for general information.

For those that want to ride on post (and I hope to facilitate a post tour), the regulations are pretty specific. I think you can get visitor passes, though, as long as you do these things:
1 - Must have a reflective vest or belt. The reflective part of your jackets don't count. (pictures coming soon - I have the vest, check eBay or online for MilitarySpec vest).
2 - Must have a MSF card.
3 - Long sleeve shirts, no shorts, and footware that goes over your ankles for both passenger and rider.

I will be TDY (temporary duty for you in the civilian world) for 3 weeks next month, but after that I intend on putting together a pretty firm schedule that includes explosions and the like. Once I get the registration page set up, I should be able to take the roster of participants to post and get temp passes for everyone...possibly even an MP escort. Our former commanding general (Major General Randy Castro) was an avid rider, albeit on a HD. The post is very pro-rider, that's for certain.

Will do my best to work out the kinks regarding access to and about Fort Leonard Wood and keeping those interested up to date!

v/r
Doug

[Muchmore]

Will the sequins on my undies work if I pull them up high ?

[STOC6366]

Thoughts on the logo for the t-shirts?
http://lh5.google.com/douglas.d.fowler/Rq07KtARknI/AAAAAAAAClI/9n3w7qDrEdE/showmestoc08_log_v3.jpg

[STeve1300]

Forbidden


Here ya go Papa...

[STOC6366]

Not sure what it is now, but will soon be the armored possum - they're everywhere!

From what I can tell, the state animal is currently the Missouri Mule...hmmm, might be a great name for my ST...THE MISSOURI MULE!

[Rich0779]

Count me as a solid maybe - since I'm so close it'd be a shame not to join the fun

[G-MAN]

Logo looks great - If I can get the time off I'll be there. Going to WeSTOC in June so time off might be an issue. Will let you know. Do you have a campsite recommendation? What are the hotel price ranges?

[Papa]

Riding regulations on Fort Leonard Wood are pretty strict. That being said, though, Cannon Range is located on but off (?) Fort Leonard Wood. Access is from Highway 17. As time draws closer, I'll put together a strip map for general information.

For those that want to ride on post (and I hope to facilitate a post tour), the regulations are pretty specific. I think you can get visitor passes, though, as long as you do these things:
1 - Must have a reflective vest or belt. The reflective part of your jackets don't count. (pictures coming soon - I have the vest, check eBay or online for MilitarySpec vest).
2 - Must have a MSF card.
3 - Long sleeve shirts, no shorts, and footware that goes over your ankles for both passenger and rider.

I will be TDY (temporary duty for you in the civilian world) for 3 weeks next month, but after that I intend on putting together a pretty firm schedule that includes explosions and the like. Once I get the registration page set up, I should be able to take the roster of participants to post and get temp passes for everyone...possibly even an MP escort. Our former commanding general (Major General Randy Castro) was an avid rider, albeit on a HD. The post is very pro-rider, that's for certain.

Will do my best to work out the kinks regarding access to and about Fort Leonard Wood and keeping those interested up to date!

v/r
Doug

Hmm,, will we have to meet base regs to watch A-10's?

[STOC6366]

motorcycles, bullets, cookouts, airplanes where's the strip club?

Oh, come on...we're right next to Fort Leonard Wood, so you know there's a strip club right off the base. Actually, we've got two for those that are interested...

[STOC6366]

Hey, all!
As luck would have it, my Army job is going to have me 1/2 way across the country the entire month of April (back to Fort Belvoir) and some of May.

I realize that this may be considered bad timing and all, but coulnd't be avoided. Need to know if anyone else out there in MIZZOU land would be willing to take over hosting the 1st-ever SHOWMESTOC. If not, I'm going to have to bow out until next year and try to put an event together then.

Seemed like there was a lot of support for this effort - I'm sure the A10s would have been awesome, not to mention the rides through the Lake of the Ozarks and Branson areas.
v/r
Doug
STOC6366
douglas.d.fowler @ gmail.com

[STindy05]

I don't know that you really need a host. Everyone that was interested just needs to pick a place to meet saturday morning, have breakfest, and go for a ride. Make plans on the fly...that how NCSTOC was last year and NatSTOC went last year. Worked out great. Some went one way, others another way;;;and everyone meet back that night at the lodge for dinner and BS.

Obviously some parts of the event may have to be cancelled like the Base Tour since I assume attendies would have needed you to get them in.

[forgitaboutut]

So is this still on everybody?! We sure can get by with just showing up and make plans on the fly like STindy05 said!....It's time to get my Vac.time in so I can get off of work...So it's either this one or Moonshine for me....

[STOC6366]

Since I won't be able to coordinate anything while I'm out of town, I recommend meeting at the local Honda dealer (http://www.skylinecycles.net, who indicated that he's be more than willing to have everyone us his place as a kick-off location. It's close to Fort Leonard Wood and within 45 minutes of the Lake of the Ozarks.

There are many, many lodging options for the St Robert area. The zip code for those using online reservation systems (Priceline.com, Hotwire.com, expedia.com) is 65584 or 65584, the latter being Waynesville.

There are numerous campgrounds within a 30 mile radius as well. Near Lebanon, Missouri, is a KOA campground managed by a local RV dealer -well maintained.

If I can be of any help, don't hesitate to email.
v/r
Doug

[Coop]

Oh, come on...we're right next to Fort Leonard Wood, so you know there's a strip club right off the base. Actually, we've got two for those that are interested...

I guess that explains the Marines. I knew there had to be a bar around somewhere.

[ridered]

[ I have been to the Canon Range several times. It is an awsome sight when an A10 comes in for a strafing run. Count me in.:biker: [/SIZE][/FONT]

[mstgsaly269]

No one has spoken up yet, it is the end of Feb. almost, soooooo is this still a go, someone needs to post some details, or cancel it and get it off the board.

[Mellow]

It looks like it's still on. Since Doug had something come up so he can't be there I don't think it matters... well, it does but you know what I'm saying...

Heck, how many events have I scheduled and not shown up at? quite a few and yet people still show up and have a good time, I just can't figure it out myself.

[motomac]

It looks like it's still on. Since Doug had something come up so he can't be there I don't think it matters... well, it does but you know what I'm saying...

Heck, how many events have I scheduled and not shown up at? quite a few and yet people still show up and have a good time, I just can't figure it out myself.


I was there for ya' Buddy!!!!

[Mellow]

I was there for ya' Buddy!!!!

That's true, I think you've made all my no-shows... :doh1:

[dreddd2000]

I wanna go! I'd also be interested in finding a roomie for the weekend to help me defray costs. I wanna get a video clip of an A-10 firing! :D

[George]

I'm planning on being there. Good way to fill some time between Moonshine and CampSTOC/FriendSTOC.

[Brighteyesue]

That's true, I think you've made all my no-shows... :doh1:

Hasnt Mac made it to more ST events than anyone? Pretty high bar to aim for

[Mellow]

Hasnt Mac made it to more ST events than anyone? Pretty high bar to aim for

Zaaap... Poowww!... good one.. LOL

[Dinkie Diesel]

All dressed up and no where to go? Here I just get my bike yesterday and start looking for a place to get to know some of you folks and I found this ride. As I am reading from the top I get more and more excited. I even went and got the calendar and conversed with my wife about the dates. Then I sit down and read some more of the postings and now I have to wonder if it will still take place? If it does, count me in. With or without the A-10's. Incidentally, I spread fertilizer on the Ft. Leonard Wood golf course called Piney Valley. Really beautiful views and good roads. I don't think we would have to jump thru any hoops just to drive thru. They check you pretty good at the gate. Use mirrors to look under your vehicle, etc. I drove up in a semi-floater fertilizer truck which had to draw a little extra attention!!!
27772

[Mellow]

All dressed up and no where to go? Here I just get my bike yesterday and start looking for a place to get to know some of you folks and I found this ride. As I am reading from the top I get more and more excited. I even went and got the calendar and conversed with my wife about the dates. Then I sit down and read some more of the postings and now I have to wonder if it will still take place? If it does, count me in. With or without the A-10's. Incidentally, I spread fertilizer on the Ft. Leonard Wood golf course called Piney Valley. Really beautiful views and good roads. I don't think we would have to jump thru any hoops just to drive thru. They check you pretty good at the gate. Use mirrors to look under your vehicle, etc. I drove up in a semi-floater fertilizer truck which had to draw a little extra atention!!!
27772


Don't worry, I'm sure it will happen... may not get the drive-thru or A10's but that's really just the cherry on top of the whip cream.. the local riding is the entire Sundae..

If just 1 other person shows up, it's a success in my opinion.. however, I would just about guarantee more than one person will show up for this one. After all, it is about the ride.

[Muchmore]

Not that I draw a lot of crowds but I am still planing on making this run, there are tons of good roads around the Lake of the Ozarks. Out of St Roberts its no time.

[motomac]

I've got this one on the calendar, but not sure I will make it. During the week prior to this and after Moonshine, I have a reunion with my very firstest Submarine crew in Charleston SC. I sowed some oats down there in the day, and I'll be with some of the guys that corrupted me, so I may not make it to the middle of MO in time for the ST event. I am going to try though, since most of those guys are married now and I'm not, I may be able to slip out of there on Thursday morning.

[mstgsaly269]

I think rich still plans on going, he is itchin to get on his bike again.. I will be stayin back , working and makin sure the chitlens stay outta trouble, plus with the legs problems lately, don't think I can sit on a bike that long right now anyway. So you all have fun, and keep Rich in line for me.

[Papa]

I think rich still plans on going, he is itchin to get on his bike again.. I will be stayin back , working and makin sure the chitlens stay outta trouble, plus with the legs problems lately, don't think I can sit on a bike that long right now anyway. So you all have fun, and keep Rich in line for me.

Hey Rich,,my SO is staying behind too,, we can hook up with Muchmore for some interesting times, I'm sure. Sally, you behave yourself while Rich is gone, doing his part to make this group viable.






:crackup

[wengland]

So, what's the word on the A10 demo? I've got my MSF card, MilSpec vest and everything ready...

[STOC6366]

haven't heard from 4INer on this part of the event. Recommend PMing him on this. He's on page 2 or 3 of the ShowMeSTOC thread.

I'm going to post some additional information on lodging, meeting spot, my favorate routes around the area, etc, soon. I'm not able to be at the event after all, but was told that we shouldn't cancel it even though I initiated it.

[mstgsaly269]

Hey Rich,,my SO is staying behind too,, we can hook up with Muchmore for some interesting times, I'm sure. Sally, you behave yourself while Rich is gone, doing his part to make this group viable.






:crackup


Hmmm Rich, Glenn and Danny together???? hmmm that could be asking for some real trouble, who is supervising you guys?????? LOL Oh Danny!!!! I will be wanting copies of ALL pictures taken LOL

[Muchmore]

Hmmm Rich, Glenn and Danny together???? hmmm that could be asking for some real trouble, who is supervising you guys?????? LOL Oh Danny!!!! I will be wanting copies of ALL pictures taken LOL
NO, no, no, no. I learned along time ago to NEVER, ever document the good times with pictures. But I will promise to Sally to keep Rich in line. Papa can not be contained.

[mstgsaly269]

has there been word on a hotel yet, or meting place? time is commin soon and I will need to get reservations for Rich soon.

[George]

So, is the plan to meet at the Honda dealership on Saturday morning and just ride from there?

Times? Lunch suggestions? A-10s?

Anyone heard from 4INer?

[forgitaboutut]

...what George said......any sugessted hotels?......

[STOC6366]

Here's a quick list from Google via the search string, but I recommend the Fairfield or Holiday Inn Express - they are the newest. All are within 3-5 miles (+/-) of the dealership:
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=saint+robert+missouri+hotels

Hampton Inn St. Robert/Ft. Leonard Wood - www.hamptoninn.com - (573) 336-3355 - 11 reviews

Comfort Inn St. Robert/Fort Leonard Wood - www.comfortinn.com - (573) 336-3553 - 21 reviews

Fairfield Inn Fort Leonard Wood: St Robert - www.ehrhardtproperties.com - (573) 336-8600 - 13 reviews

Red Roof Inn St Robert, MO - www.redroof.com - (573) 336-2688 - 9 reviews

Best Western Montis Inn - book.bestwestern.com - (573) 336-4299 - 12 reviews

Knights Inn St Robert - www.knightsinn.com - (573) 336-3152 - 7 reviews

Ramada - Saint Robert - www.ramada.com - (573) 336-3121 - 8 reviews

Holiday Inn Express-St Robert - www.holidayinnexpressstrobert.com - (573) 336-2299 - 10 reviews

Microtel Inn and Suites - www.microtelinn.com - (573) 336-7705 - 3 reviews

Days Inn - Saint Robert - www.daysinn.com - (573) 336-5556 - 3 reviews
More results near Saint Robert, MO »

[STOC6366]

All -
NOthing yet for 4Iner as far as A10s shoot-em-up.

Once again, I'm (sadly) doing to be TDY all the month of April to Ft Belvoir, so someone please take some pics.

Tomorrow I'll put up a quick website with pictures of the dealership, links, and a few routes I personally enjoy on nice weekends. There are plenty of good ones around.

If anyone needs the requirements for getting on Fort Leonard Wood, just let me know. Off the top of my head, here's what I know:
(if you don't have DoD stickers):
1 - Proof of MSF course completion. Date is irrellevant.
2 - Hi-Vis belt, vest, or a jacket with no less than 75" of reflective, bright material. I've been getting on post without the dork vest or belt with my new Olympia AST Hi-Viz jacket
3 - License/proof of insurance

I think with these on-hand, you should be able to get a temp pass, even without a DoD ID card. Best bet is to visit the visitors' center at the front gate (map to be posted on the website tomorrow) Mon-Friday.

[forgitaboutut]

Thanks for the update! Sorry you can't make it....hopefully next year!

[George]

Doug, sounds like you've handled the primary items. All we need now is a start time.

I'll be camping, happy to meet anyone else in the area for dinner Friday, Saturday; breakfast Saturday, Sunday; ride Saturday from the Honda shop. Meet there around 9ish? Assume they'll have coffee at least. Breakfast _before_ that if someone knows a good place, say, around 8??

[STOC6366]

No worries...I'm expecting lots of pictures (should I be scared?)!!

There's alot of places to eat as well. Mc'Ds, Wendy's, mexican, chinese, etc, etc. Oh, and Cracker Barrel, right off the interstate in St Robert. Can't beat their breakfasts!

FYI: website under development, so add this link to your favorates:

WWW.SHOWMESTOC.ORG

I've finished the initial content, awaiting some final domain settings. Will post an update when the site is up and running...

Until then, ride on...

[STOC6366]

WEBSITE IS UP AND RUNNING!

So far, I've got some routes posted via Google Maps, hotel information, and other stuff.

Camping info coming.

http://www.showmestoc.org

[STOC6366]

Boiling Spring Campground, LLC. 18700 Cliff Road, Dixon, MO 65459 573-759-7294

Country View Acres Campground & Canoe Rental 17430 Cliff Road, Dixon, MO 65459 573-759-7363

Gasconade Hills Resort 28425 Spring Road, Richland, MO 65556 573-765-3044 • 800-869-6861

Lay Z Day Canoes and Camping 23455 Teak Lane, St. Robert, MO 65584 573-336-8639

These are just a few. check out this link for more options/locations:
http://www.visitpulaskicounty.org/fishriver.html

[STOC6366]

Map of a few favorite routes:
http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?hl=en&ie=UTF8&msa=0&msid=103111816409706229679.000448839e55547e720d2&ll=37.07271,-92.164307&spn=2.94066,3.944092&z=8

If you'd like to add your own routes to this map, send me your email address and I'll send you an invite to collaborate on it.

[mstgsaly269]

to anyone that will be attending, Where are you staying? Just tryin to get a thought and feel so I know where to make a reservation for Rich.

[mstgsaly269]

Ok I will be calling the holiday inn express to make reservations for rich later today, just wondering, if I can get a call out from some of you out there that plan to attend and when your arriving? Rich will be arrive sometime Friday, I on the otherhand will be staying home holdin down the fort and working of course.

[George]

I'm still planning on it. I have a few days to kill after Moonshine, probably arrive in the area Thursday evening or sometime Friday. I'm camping.

[gryzz1325]

I'm still planning on it. I have a few days to kill after Moonshine, probably arrive in the area Thursday evening or sometime Friday. I'm camping.

Don't know your plans between Moonshine and ShowMe but if ya need a place to pitch your tent you are welcome to use my place....Southeast Missouri...hopefully the ticks and chiggers won't be out yet:eek: :eek: :eek:

[Stlrider]

I wanted to make this ride.....

but I'll be in Mexico with the wife

[George]

Don't know your plans between Moonshine and ShowMe but if ya need a place to pitch your tent you are welcome to use my place....Southeast Missouri...hopefully the ticks and chiggers won't be out yet:eek: :eek: :eek:

Thanks, Gryzz. I'll mostly be visiting family in between events. See ya there.

[4INer]

[quote=STOC6366;408043]All -
NOthing yet for 4Iner as far as A10s shoot-em-up.

quote]
Oh Man. SInce I've dropped off the planet and not been on in forever, I had completely forgot about this. But I will get info out to you all real quick. Getting to the range shouldn't be a problem. At least that's the info I got from the range officer last year. But I'll re-engage and see what I can do. Any preference on what day you want to shoot for???

[mstgsaly269]

ok what if someone doesn't have a msf card? is that going to be a major deal for gettin on base? Friday would be good , since that is what I beleave earlier in the tread was mentioned, that the ride on sat. Just keep us informed so I can change rich's reservations, he'll just leave on thursday then( works for me) LOL

[George]

When/where are we meeting on Saturday morning?

[mstgsaly269]

I think what you said earlier George about meetin at the local dealer at about 9 would be fine... and as far as the A-10's well if that happens that could be done friday... kinda sounds like the weekend is going to be winged all the way, I hope more people start to speak up if there a go or not

[Dinkie Diesel]

I just re-read all of these posts and looked at the Showmestoc site. Nothing in concrete yet but if we are starting out Saturday it looks like the Honda dealer at 9:00am is the place. I suppose we're still waiting to see if 4Iner can round up an A-10 exhibition for Friday. I will probably make an rsvp at Comfort Inn for Sat. night and wait a little longer for word about Friday at the Fort.

I'm not far away so if we end up making a last minute plans for a Saturday ride I can be there with bells on. I know, I know, it won't hold a candle to Muchmore's sequin panties but it's all I got.

I have read enough about this event to make it a priority to attend. Lots of good lodging, lots of good restaurants, lots of good roads, lots of good peoples, lots of good bikes, a dealer willing to participate. All we need is riding weather.

[4INer]

The A-10 exibition is on for Friday. I need approximate numbers that plan to go. Need to be at the range by 9 AM and won't be able to leave until noon. A-10's are there from 1020 till noon. May be other aircraft in the mix as well during the morning. Get me approximate numbers ASAP so I can make sure everyone is accomodated. But we are on the ranges calendar and it is a go.

[George]

I'll be in the area Thursday evening, camping.

When/where do we meet on Friday for the A-10s? I can't find my MSF card and I don't have a hi-vis vest so probably can't get on base anyhoo. I'll pillion if necessary tho.

Just call me biatch! :D

[spotz]

Chuck I plan on making this. To clarify this does not/does need base clearance to get to the range? Still don't have a msf card but the vest is covered. I will ride over from Springfield friday morning or come over thursday afternoon and maybe camp. George what's available in the way of camping?

[Dinkie Diesel]

The A-10 exibition is on for Friday. I need approximate numbers that plan to go. Need to be at the range by 9 AM and won't be able to leave until noon. A-10's are there from 1020 till noon. May be other aircraft in the mix as well during the morning. Get me approximate numbers ASAP so I can make sure everyone is accomodated. But we are on the ranges calendar and it is a go.

I'm in, providing it is off base and restrictions do not apply. No MSF yet!

[dreddd2000]

Is anyone going to need a roommate for this trip?

[4INer]

I'll be in the area Thursday evening, camping.

When/where do we meet on Friday for the A-10s? I can't find my MSF card and I don't have a hi-vis vest so probably can't get on base anyhoo. I'll pillion if necessary tho.

Just call me biatch! :D
No need to wear hi-vis or have an MSF card. The Cannon Range is its own entity and not part of the fort. I may have to work that day (to make sure we have a contoller at Whiteman), so I think it best to leave the "where to meet descision" up to the organizers. But I have clearance for up to 30 participants. (That number could be increased if you think I need to) And I can give my cell phone number to somebody that will be on the ground at the event. The range officer said all the group needs to do is show up. The enterance to the range is about 13 miles south of I-44 on MO 17. There is a sign on the east (left) side of the hwy just past the county line. Turn left and the road will take you to the range. Again they have us on thier schedule and all I need to do is give the range officer a call a couple of days prior to re-confirm. If I don't have to work I'll be there, but just in case I can't make it I need someone to be my point of contact with the group. PM me.

[Dinkie Diesel]

Thanks 4Iner! This is almost as exciting as when I went to pick up my new ST. Too far out to know about a weather forecast but considering we have had cold and 3214" of rain year to date it's gotta start drying up sometime.

Would anybody get upset if I throw out a few options and see if there are any takers? I'm not trying/don't want to step on the organizers feet.

As far as a meeting place on the Friday to see the Warthog exhibition: I found a McDonalds at Hwy 44 exit 156 north. The exit for Hwy 17 is exit 153 but I don't know that there is any choke and pukes at that exit to get a cup of coffee. We can meet at that McDonalds @ 310 Ichord say around 8:15am or so and we should only be 30 minutes or less from the Cannon Range.

I looked up hotels in St. Robert, MO for the 18th & 19th. I am a Choice Hotels member so I try to stay there whenever possible. The Comfort Inn is a bit pricey and only has a few rooms left, none of which is a double bed type room. The Econolodge is $53.96+ tax and they do have some double rooms left. I'd be happy to share the room just not my bed!!!!! If any of you travel with a sleeping bag we can sneak as many in there as is comfortable. You can PM me if interested.

Jeff

[forgitaboutut]

The A-10 exibition is on for Friday. I need approximate numbers that plan to go. Need to be at the range by 9 AM and won't be able to leave until noon. A-10's are there from 1020 till noon. May be other aircraft in the mix as well during the morning. Get me approximate numbers ASAP so I can make sure everyone is accomodated. But we are on the ranges calendar and it is a go.

Count me IN!!!!



As far as a meeting place on the Friday to see the Warthog exhibition: I found a McDonalds at Hwy 44 exit 156 north. The exit for Hwy 17 is exit 153 but I don't know that there is any choke and pukes at that exit to get a cup of coffee. We can meet at that McDonalds @ 310 Ichord say around 8:15am or so and we should only be 30 minutes or less from the Cannon Range.
Jeff

That would work for me...:D

[STOC6366]

ALCON -
Skyline Cycles is located at the same exist as the HWY 17 exit. They open @ 0900, but they have a parking lot with plenty of room. 30 minutes to Cannon Range.

Just a recommendation...sure wish I could be there. Hats off to 4INER for making this a ONE OF A KIND EVENT!

ATTENTION!!!

Please take pictures and send them to me if at all possible. Hope someone has a STOC banner, too. I'd like to post them to the website for next year's ShowMeSTOC.

r/Doug

[spotz]

Dinkie Diesel :Jeff

pm sent : post # 91

[Dinkie Diesel]

Hey 4Iner! As long as you are filling the shoes of a super-hero, can you make a call and have Whiteman send down a couple of Stealthy Type Bombers for a low level fly by. You know...low enough to dust off our helmets? Can't thank you enough. If you can make this event I'd be happy to buy dinner.

Darn shame Doug will not be able to make this after all the work. Does the military still frown on AWOL? Maybe he can sneak out for a while and go un-noticed.

I think I'll bring the good camera and a video machine

[4INer]

Hey 4Iner! ........ can you make a call and have Whiteman send down a couple of Stealthy Type Bombers for a low level fly by. You know...low enough to dust off our helmets?

I'd do my best, but you'd never be able to see them anyway..........:)

[STOC6366]

AWOL does apply to civilians, sadly...otherwise, what's 1000 miles 1 way amongst friends?

Trailored the Missouri mule again this year for my stint here @ Ft Belvoir. Spent the day riding up and down the Shenandoah Valley...65 degrees, sun, little wind, good tunes, little traffic, great curves...thought I was in heaven until my Zumo binged me...

At a gas station near the Shenandoah Valley, I met a fella from St Louis who road his FJR1300 all the way here...better man than me. We paired up for a hundred miles or so, the went separate ways.

Pictures coming soon...heading to PA tomorrow early, and then back before class starts Monday AM.

Wish I could be there for the inaugural ShowMeSTOC...I know I'm going to miss something special.

[Dinkie Diesel]

So far it all sounds pretty good to me Doug, where you're at. Thanks again for putting this together. Hope we meet at some point to shake your hand. I'll take a boat load of pictures with my DSLR but the files are too big to send. What size would you like for your BBoard when you get time to post them? 800? 1024? bigger? smaller?
:usflag1:

:beer3:

[STOC6366]

D2 -
No problem...love organizing stuff like this when I can, especially for a great bunch like the STOC.

I use Google's Picasa and you can post large pictures there. If you have a file sharing site like that, it would work pretty good. I might see if I can give you access to my Picassa site and you could upload the pictures to it. PM me your email address and I'll see if I can grant access to you.

For videos, I can integrate YouTube into the ShowMeSTOC website. Might be best to link up and hand off a DVD or you could just send me a copy. We could do the pictures the same way as well...defiance can't be that far from St Rober. Either way would be great!!!!

As far as picture size, bigger the better. I can edit as needed...lots of experience.

[Muchmore]

Ok I'm in for friday morning.
Muchmore+1=2 of us.

[Rich0779]

Pencil me in for Friday, I'm so close it would be a shame to miss out on the ride and good times.

I do have a conflict, expecting a package that week and I need to pick it up at the P.O. as soon as it arrives and don't know exactly which day. Maybe it'll be early or late either way it'll be no worries.

Has it been decided where we'll meet Friday morning??? If we're voting, I pick Skyline Honda.

[STindy05]

I won't be making this event. Gotta help the parents install kitchen cabinets in their house that weekend. After that weekend I will be released from remodel duty and be able to ride agian! I did get a pass for Moonshine though!

[Muchmore]

If the Honda dealer doesnt open until 9am why not McD's I would love some so called breakfast with friends.

[mstgsaly269]

WOW I was wonderin if you were ever going to post Danny, Ya know everytime I see the maytag man on tv I always think of you.....

[pkokes]

Leisa and I are in for Friday (& Saturday), same as Danny, we are too close to pass it up. Just need a place to meet. Also, would like to stay at the same motel as others-----any decision by the group as to the chosen one?
Micky D's sounds better than an empty parking lot in case of bad weather on Friday morning-----
Looking forward to meeting other ST riders------have never seen another one in our part of Shannon County-----lots of HD's

[dreddd2000]

Okay, so McDonald's on Friday morning. What time?

[mstgsaly269]

Rich is stayin at the econo lodge, it seems nice and was more reasonable in price than most.

[forgitaboutut]

Okay, so McDonald's on Friday morning. What time?

I'll be at Mac's at 8...

[Dinkie Diesel]

McDonalds, Friday at 8:00 at exit 156 north?

Is this a rain or shine event?

There's no way we can go a few days without rain, is there?

I am checking the forecast every 9 minutes for this coming weekend to see if a quick buzz over to Moonshine is do-able. Now they have the audacity to mention snow for Saturday!!!

Maybe 4Iner can scramble a couple of SR-71's and change our weather pattern??? An SR-71 @ Vmax over mid Missouri can create a vortex and keep all this s*#t weather to the south.

:plane1:

[4INer]

I'll be in touch with Spotz and Muchmore to let you know if weather has the range socked in and the A-10's are a no go. But I'd expect you'd have a pretty good idea 'bout that anyway. Lets hope the weather is good. We've got a bunch of Pilots that are in need of a few more range runs before they deploy in a few weeks, and I'd like to see you all get a good show................... Let me know if you see a stealth.............. Or an SR71...................

[Muchmore]

I'll be at Mac's at 8...

Ok rich said it I'll be there 8am or before.

[Brighteyesue]

Since there are over 90 posts here, can someone pretty please post an address again. I probably can not make Moonshine, but may be able to make this one.

[Muchmore]

All right Suzy, this is where I will be thursday night I was going to look for the Mcdonalds then.
Star Motel & Restaurant
Virginia Thomas
1057 Old Route 66
St. Robert, MO 65584
(573) 336-3223
(573) 336-7075
yebacon@hotmail.com
www.star-motel.com

[Brighteyesue]

I am in wait n see mode. Thanks for the address Danny!!!

[George]

Sue, if weather was a consideration, you made a wise choice about Moonshine. ShowMeSTOC should be much better. See ya there?

I plan on rolling in to town sometime Thursday. I'm camping.

[mstgsaly269]

Danny??? are you stayin there just thursday night or all weekend? I got Rich at the econo, but maybe I can get him switched
It just makes more sence if you all stayin at the same place. At least to me it does, but then again I won't even be there so who the heck am I to say LOL

[forgitaboutut]

I talked to Chuck (4INer) at Moonshine!...
He said we should be in for a good show!
Let's hope the weather cooperates!
Thanks for getting us in and hooking us up Chuck!

[forgitaboutut]

Mapsource is showing the closest Mac's 25 miles away...
Is this it?
Mac's
310 Ichord Ave
Waynesville, MO 65583

or this one? :shrug2:

381 Highway Z
Saint Robert, MO 65584

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=mcdonald's&near=310+Ichord+ave.,+Waynesville,Missouri+65583,+ United+States&sll=37.808733,-92.223465&sspn=0.007883,0.013003&ie=UTF8&z=9



better yet, I'll be outside the Star Motel at 7:50 with my radio blasting! :headbang: :shout1: :o4: :crackup

[Muchmore]

Mapsource is showing the closest Mac's 25 miles away...
Is this it?
Mac's
310 Ichord Ave
Waynesville, MO 65583

or this one? :shrug2:

381 Highway Z
Saint Robert, MO 65584

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=mcdonald's&near=310+Ichord+ave.,+Waynesville,Missouri+65583,+ United+States&sll=37.808733,-92.223465&sspn=0.007883,0.013003&ie=UTF8&z=9



better yet, I'll be outside the Star Motel at 7:50 with my radio blasting! :headbang: :shout1: :o4: :crackup
That radio kills me, I could hear you 5 bikes up in the pack!:shout1:

[Muchmore]

Danny??? are you stayin there just thursday night or all weekend? I got Rich at the econo, but maybe I can get him switched
It just makes more sence if you all stayin at the same place. At least to me it does, but then again I won't even be there so who the heck am I to say LOL
I will be there thursday night and most of the day friday, I have a lake house very close i thought we might all jump in the boat for a quick cruise to get lunch somewhere weather permitting. Or just set lakeside and grill out. Rich knows the good roads down there, we could look for the rest of the wings pegs on the shoulder!

[Brighteyesue]

I guess the planes are flying Friday? Sorry, but can't take 2 days vacation for this one.

Hope y'all have fun though.

[Muchmore]

friday morning -
McDonald's of Waynesville‎ -
310 Ichord Ave, Waynesville, MO
(573) 774-6671‎
8am or before

here is the canon range link
http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/facility/cannon-range.htm

[forgitaboutut]

If I get out early wed. (looks good so far!)I'm heading down after work, if anybody wants to ride with me Thur... gimme a holla!

[dreddd2000]

Okay. I'm planning to head that way after work on Wednesday night. Is anyone else out of Kansas City area going to be heading that way about 4 or 5 PM?

[dreddd2000]

I've changed my mind. I'm out. No rooms available Thursday night anywhere NEAR my price range.

It's my fault. 36 years old and I've never really had to make travel plans for something like. So, call it a learning experience.

Please take good pictures of the airplanes.

[George]

I've changed my mind. I'm out. No rooms available Thursday night anywhere NEAR my price range.

It's my fault. 36 years old and I've never really had to make travel plans for something like. So, call it a learning experience.

Please take good pictures of the airplanes.

Joe, camping is the cheap option. I've got no motel expenses yet this trip (April 4 til now.)

[forgitaboutut]

go for it Joe!:tent3: ,weather is good this weekend,compared to last at Moonsine!:wind1:

[Muchmore]

Everybody else is doing it! Joe, JOe, JOE!

[dreddd2000]

I appreciate the encouragement, but camping isn't an option for me right now either.

I should have planned better and earlier. No one to blame but me.

[dreddd2000]

I did a bit more digging this morning as a last ditch effort. Rooms for Thursday night are the problem as there is a military graduation going on at that time.

Lesson learned: don't wait to see how things go, reserve my room as soon as I know I'll want one. *sigh*

[Muchmore]

sorry to hear Joe but I already have 2 of us in my room, I already had to pawn the hooters girls off onto Rich.:D

[dreddd2000]

No worries. Just get me some good pictures, guys. :D

[forgitaboutut]

sorry to hear Joe but I already have 2 of us in my room, I already had to pawn the hooters girls off onto Rich.:D
Thanks Danny!:hat1:

[mstgsaly269]

Joe, I would think there has to be a hotel cheap enough somewhere, even if it's the next town over or whatever, no one is stayin at the same place anyway. I would keep lookin there has got to be something somewhere, check for cancelations on thuirsday or wed. too, people are alway canceling. NEVER GIVE UP.........

[Dinkie Diesel]

Let's review! A week or so ago the Yahoo weather forecast showed Sunny and pretty nice temps for our ride this weekend. A day or so later it went to 20% chance of showers. Then about 2 or 3 days ago it went to 40% on Friday and 30% on Saturday. Tonight it says 60% for Friday. I tell you right now I don't care if we have a tornado touch down and 3 inches of rain per hour for 10 hours straight I am going to St.Robert/Ft. Wood if all I do is stop at a gas station and drink a chocolate milk and eat a pack of mini donuts.

I have missed 2 rides in March due to weather. I missed Moonshine due to weather. Do I sound bitter?:d1:

[forgitaboutut]

yeah...air show might be off :( ...oh well
I'm riding to Park hills after work tomorrow...no rain predicted there for thur...and ride all day...then over to Saint Robert....See ya all there!:cool:

[George]

I'm there no matter what. Might have a Big Mac and head east but This meet is on fur sur.

[Muchmore]

A10's have windshield wipers, right?

[Dinkie Diesel]

They use Rain-X

[George]

Just for luck, here's my cell number: <edit>928-530-2120.

See youse guys Friday morning at Mickey D's.

[Muchmore]

I'm off to George i should be down late afternoon.

[Rich0779]

Sorry I wasn't able to join you today but maybe tomorrow.

What is the schedule for Saturday, where are you meeting and when, my fingers are crossed that I'll be able to join the fun.

[Dinkie Diesel]

Rich, everyone has gone their separate ways after the rally today so I don't expect there will be a ride tomorrow.

I had an unbelievable time today. We were greeted by two of our finest serving our country. Capt. Mike "Crunch" Sadler and Sgt. Bill Anderson. We were given a briefing and then kept an eye on the weather. It was looking like there was going to be no chance of getting the A-10's in to practice because of weather minimums. It was not a VFR (that's Visual Flight Rules to you non-pilots) day. We had just barely enough ceiling to commence firing the 30mm Gatling Gun on these planes. All I can say is WOW!!! Talk about intense...I will remember that for the rest of my life. We were given Level 5 clearance (sounds important don't it?) to occupy the command tower. You have no idea how loud a rapid fire gun can be until you've heard this bird shoot. Let's just say I'm glad I wore dark colored under garments today.

After the range we stopped at the local stainless steel diner and had lunch. We talked about hot topics and told a few good stories. A perfect day if you don't count the weather. I enjoyed meeting everyone as this was my first ST-Owners rally. On deck was Peter, George, Rich, Danny and Danny's FIL, Dennis and myself. All fine chaps and passionate about one common interest, our ST's and one Gold Wing.

Once again, many thanks to 4Iner and Doug for getting this off the ground. I hope many more events are scheduled when Doug get's back. I took some pictures and a video but after reviewing it a good portion is not worthy of posting. I will edit and post what did turn out in the near future.

:usflag1:

[Mellow]

Sounds like another great STOC event.. glad it did happen.

[Rich0779]

Darn it, sounds like I missed a great time. Glad you had a good time.

[pkokes]

Just to add a little to what Jeff (Dinky Diesel) said about Saturday's ride in the rain------many, many thanks to Chuck for setting up the A10 cannon run. His influence had a great deal to do with the decision to make it a "go" in spite of the questionable weather and visibility. After every cannon run, all we had to do is look over to Jeff or George's face to know that it was a WOW. Their grins said it all. No words to describe it--------What a great focus for an annual event.
Peter

[George]

Tho the weather sucked, the companionship was great. I appreciate youse guys letting me lead out after the demo in case my tank ran dry. I had 327 miles on it when I pulled into the shell station at Waynesville, took 7.3 gal so I was good for maybe another 4.5 miles. :D

A-10s are awesome. I'm sure they are a favorite of the ground troops in Afgan and Iraq. Crunch and Bill said just call ahead for anyone else who wants to visit the Cannon Range at Ft. Leonardwood. Fone numbers were passed around.

I headed east from St.Rober after lunch (don't order the Ruben!) Spent hours and miles on MO back roads til after dark, gassed up at I-57 and I-64 and hit the slab for IN. Got into lots more rain before making it to my sister's place around 1AM eastern.

There's many miles of good roads in Missouri. I'll be back thru the Ozarks during second half of May.

Gonna take a couple days break here then head on to the tech-STOC in NJ next weekend.

[Dinkie Diesel]

Pictures and crummy video are posted!


Go to ShowMeStoc 2008 (http://www.tacticalturf.com/ST1300/ShowMeSTOC.htm)

I just realized I made a bad oversight. I forgot to mention that Spotz made a cameo appearance. You can see Capt. "Crunch" in the video say "Oh, Dude!" and look behind him at someone coming down the road as Tom made his way to the Cannon Range just seconds after the range went off hot. He missed the show but we enjoyed his company for the remainder of the day.

[mstgsaly269]

Thanks for the pics Dinkie, since I couldn't be there with Rich it is nice to see our bike in a shot there and to have a few pics of Rich too, now I just gotta go save them on my laptop and us them as desktop photos LOL

[mstgsaly269]

OH Danny, since I couldn't make it there to see you, I guess you will just have to try and haul your butt to Wistoc this year.

[George]

Great shots, Dinkie. The video shows the best parts but the audio needs to be LOUDER! :D

[forgitaboutut]

You guys gotta check this place out!!!
http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee142/forgitaboutut/53400560.jpg
A HUGE KUDOS to Doug,Chuck (4INer),Bill Anderson ,Mike Sadler and the entire crew at Cannon Range:bow1:
They really bent over backwards for us to give us a show!
And welcomed us to come back anytime! I'm gonna do everything I can to try and make it back right before Campstoc (They told us that would be a great tiime to come...alot of stuff planned!....)
http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee142/forgitaboutut/53400577.jpg
http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee142/forgitaboutut/53400578.jpg
http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee142/forgitaboutut/53400559.jpg
Here's some bad video with my $100 el cheapo camera:o:
http://s229.photobucket.com/albums/ee142/forgitaboutut/?action=view&current=53400575.flv
http://s229.photobucket.com/albums/ee142/forgitaboutut/?action=view&current=53400574.flv
http://s229.photobucket.com/albums/ee142/forgitaboutut/?action=view&current=53400573.flv
http://s229.photobucket.com/albums/ee142/forgitaboutut/?action=view&current=53400572.flv
http://s229.photobucket.com/albums/ee142/forgitaboutut/?action=view&current=53400571.flv
http://s229.photobucket.com/albums/ee142/forgitaboutut/?action=view&current=53400570.flv
http://s229.photobucket.com/albums/ee142/forgitaboutut/?action=view&current=53400569.flv
+ I had an AWSOME 350 mile + ride the day before....great sweeps and roller coaster hills!!
http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee142/forgitaboutut/53400557.jpg
http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee142/forgitaboutut/53400558.jpg
http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee142/forgitaboutut/53400556.jpg

[spotz]

Jeff you are being to hard on yourself I think the stills turned out great and video isn't to bad either considering the weather and you tube as the disturbtion media. Of course the weather today is perfect for such goings on. I think I see a new 40d in my future.

The weather truly did suck, but it's always good to meet like minded souls. Motorcycles, airplanes, guns what's not to like.

may 14, may 15??

[Muchmore]

Oh man I just got home. I was watching over that video and it got my heart racing all over again. There are no words to describe what we saw, 70 rounds/sec, planes at 400mph 300-500 ft off the ground, the meter maid getting boxed in (had to be there) it was incredible. Its still just amazing to think that the whole point of these exercises is to "sight in" the planes aim.
The man most see talking in the background of the video was Mike Sadler, this guy pulled every string he could to get live rounds and to make mother nature cooperate, what a deal.

I don't know how many have seen stuff like this before, live fire, but it is amazing. I have grown up around guns and shooting/hunting my whole life but OMG, it pounds your chest when they fire. It was unbelievable.

[mstgsaly269]

oh sure" all this time i thought it was me that got your heart a racin" LOL

[Dinkie Diesel]

Jeff you are being to hard on yourself I think the stills turned out great and video isn't to bad either considering the weather and you tube as the disturbtion media. Of course the weather today is perfect for such goings on. I think I see a new 40d in my future.

The weather truly did suck, but it's always good to meet like minded souls. Motorcycles, airplanes, guns what's not to like.

may 14, may 15??

Thanks Tom, for the kind words. I have to take the heat because the 40D and my Vid Cam are capable of really,really good results but I screwed up some settings and didn't realize it until I looked at them on the computer. I shouldn't have been trying to hand hold the video.

I have been thinking about the May 14th and 15th event showcasing the C130 and C17. I can't wait! It is on a Wed. and Thu. so maybe it won't be crowded. I am kind of a selfish person in that I'm afraid if we make this too public it will get ruined. You know how it goes...someone throws a beer can out the window and phone calls are made and then that's the end of pubilc access.

I PM'd Chuck to ask if he would pass along our gratitude to Sadler and Anderson. He said he has already and will do a follow up. I guess I should write a thank you note and mail it to be proper.

I am driving my wife nuts. Picture this - my big, dorky, self running around the house trying to perfect my sound effects imitation of the A-10 doing its thing. The whine of the GE Turbofans spooling up on approach, the Warthog flatulence and then the wind down from the Gatling gun. I'm getting pretty good at it!

:plane1: :plane1:

[Muchmore]

Thanks Tom, for the kind words. I have to take the heat because the 40D and my Vid Cam are capable of really,really good results but I screwed up some settings and didn't realize it until I looked at them on the computer. I shouldn't have been trying to hand hold the video.

I have been thinking about the May 14th and 15th event showcasing the C130 and C17. I can't wait! It is on a Wed. and Thu. so maybe it won't be crowded. I am kind of a selfish person in that I'm afraid if we make this too public it will get ruined. You know how it goes...someone throws a beer can out the window and phone calls are made and then that's the end of pubilc access.

I PM'd Chuck to ask if he would pass along our gratitude to Sadler and Anderson. He said he has already and will do a follow up. I guess I should write a thank you note and mail it to be proper.

I am driving my wife nuts. Picture this - my big, dorky, self running around the house trying to perfect my sound effects imitation of the A-10 doing its thing. The whine of the GE Turbofans spooling up on approach, the Warthog flatulence and then the wind down from the Gatling gun. I'm getting pretty good at it!

:plane1: :plane1:

My son asked my wife "why is dad growling and whistling all the time" I was wondering if someone could e-mail picts ( I left my camera in KC) and their contact info I have abreak here in the next couple of weeks and just may go camp there.
Dannymuchmore@comcast.net

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oh sure" all this time i thought it was me that got your heart a racin" LOL
I also forgot to mention Sally, that everytime we talk about "big guns" I do still think of you and the plane!:D

[forgitaboutut]

Thanks Tom, for the kind words. I have to take the heat because the 40D and my Vid Cam are capable of really,really good results but I screwed up some settings and didn't realize it until I looked at them on the computer. I shouldn't have been trying to hand hold the video.

I have been thinking about the May 14th and 15th event showcasing the C130 and C17. I can't wait! It is on a Wed. and Thu. so maybe it won't be crowded. I am kind of a selfish person in that I'm afraid if we make this too public it will get ruined. You know how it goes...someone throws a beer can out the window and phone calls are made and then that's the end of pubilc access.

I PM'd Chuck to ask if he would pass along our gratitude to Sadler and Anderson. He said he has already and will do a follow up. I guess I should write a thank you note and mail it to be proper.

I am driving my wife nuts. Picture this - my big, dorky, self running around the house trying to perfect my sound effects imitation of the A-10 doing its thing. The whine of the GE Turbofans spooling up on approach, the Warthog flatulence and then the wind down from the Gatling gun. I'm getting pretty good at it!

:plane1: :plane1:

I was getting mixed up on the dates...wasn't sure if was 14th & 15th or 15th & 16th ...
I already have made plans to try and make it the 14th!
I have no vac. left...but I'm trying to take a no pay...
(I'm already off the rest of the week, and will be on my way to CampSTOC
right afterwards)
I am going to try and call the range tommorow and set it up
for thur!....
anybody goin?
I agree with you jeff,about it being ruined,but I also think we should do an
invite on the general message board...in that the crew at range seemed to like having people there...

[Dinkie Diesel]

I don't know yet what day will work best for me at this point but I'm going. Rich, I thought I should warn you that the 14th is a Wed.

Present company excluded on the "keep it quiet" comment. All of us biker dudes won't be the problem.

[forgitaboutut]

I don't know yet what day will work best for me at this point but I'm going. Rich, I thought I should warn you that the 14th is a Wed.

Present company excluded on the "keep it quiet" comment. All of us biker dudes won't be the problem.

Yeah,I was hoping it would be wed.!.... I was planning leaving Wed. to go to Campstoc,but now I'm planning on leaving Tues....and making a stop at the range on wed!....then it's about 800+ miles to CampSTOC! guess I might be a day late...but it'll be worth it!

[forgitaboutut]

I talked to Bill Anderson at Cannon Range today...
I'm going there wed. 5-14 if anybody is interested!

[spotz]

Rich I'll be their or at least try, any time frame for what ever activites Mr. Anderson might have mentioned?

[George]

Time to start a new thread, guys, so listeners will know this is a _new_ event.

I'll be at CampSTOC but some of my Chicago friends might be interested. Okay to send'em an e-mail addie?

[forgitaboutut]

yeah... george...send em out...
I'm goin' to campstoc....but want to make this pit-stop first!....
I'll start a new thread...
Bill said he needs to know how many are showing up....
I told him I'll put the word out and get back to him the first week in may

Same game plan as before....be there no later than 9A.M.!

I was THINKING about puting this up on a Wing site:duck:
or is this not a good idea!? :Chair1: :box1: