2007-08-25-CA, Julian (Pie) RTE

[dmulk]

Anyone interested in a Pie run this Saturday?

Was thinking about Breakfast at Barrett Junction and Pie for lunch in Julian...

...I don't plan on inviting any slow cruiser's this trip. So I will be at Barrett on time this time...:)


Post a reply if you are interested. :)


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[elkhntingfool]

I've been interested in meeting some of the local ST riders. I'm in if I don't have to work.

Elk

[dmulk]

Sounds good!

Is Julian @ 11:30am good?

[elkhntingfool]

Name the time and place.......I'll be there with bells on

Elk

[Byron]

Dan,

What's your breakfast time slated for? I think some pie and icecream would be pretty good. I think I could be persuaded to make it. :D

[dmulk]

Thinking 8:30 or so?

I am also kicking around the idea of eating breakfast up at the lookout over Elsinore and then busting out a more northern route to Julian.

I guess that would be better for you so you could just meet me up at the lookout and then we could cruise up palomar or something?

Not sure.... totally open about it at this point...

Heck, after that marathon run Dana and I did on the way back from WeSTOC, anything local seems "short".... :)


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[dmulk]

Byron,

Was thinking Barrett Junction @ 8-8:15am. Sound ok?


Anyone else interested?


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[Mandel]

I'm late to the party but want to try out my new Sargent seat.

So I'm planning on meeting up with you guys at some point once I know the route.

As I mentioned to Dan, riding to Julian via Highland/Bandy Canyon/78 is nice, and gives us a chance to go south on Sunshine Hwy -- which is the best direction to ride it IMO,

It's gonna be hot out there. Did I mention HOT?

Mandel

[dmulk]

Your route seems like a good one.

I'll plan on meeting up with you at Toms then and follow your lead.

Here's the addy for those of you who want to meet up:

Tom's Famous Family Restaurant
505 W 5th Ave
Escondido, CA
(760) 737-2377

Should be there by 8am.

I think we can be in Julian by 11am? Watcha think Mandel? Meet everyone else at the Julian Cafe?

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I'm late to the party but want to try out my new Sargent seat.

So I'm planning on meeting up with you guys at some point once I know the route.

As I mentioned to Dan, riding to Julian via Highland/Bandy Canyon/78 is nice, and gives us a chance to go south on Sunshine Hwy -- which is the best direction to ride it IMO,

It's gonna be hot out there. Did I mention HOT?

Mandel

[Byron]

O.K., I'm lost now and the ride hasn't even started. :D

Are we set to meet and eat at Tom's?

[SupraSabre]

I'll see what is on our schedule this weekend and let you know if I'll be able to join you all! :biker:

[dmulk]

O.K., I'm lost now and the ride hasn't even started. :D

Are we set to meet and eat at Tom's?


Yup. Going to meet up at Tom's and then follow Mandel up the hill to Julian...

Everyone good to shoot for 8am @ Tom's and the rest to meet up at Julian Cafe @ ~11:30?

Cheers,

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PS: Trying to get over this darn Stomache flu.....yick!

[elkhntingfool]

Looks like I have the day off so I'm in.....I'll meet ya at Tom's.

Elk

[dteel]

I think I'm going to go my own way and start the day at 0800 in Barret Junction per your original plan, then maybe meet you at Julian for pie at 11:30. I'm sure it will be pretty busy by then. There are a few roads that I want to ride between 94 and 8, then maybe the Sunrise Hwy over to Julian.

[dmulk]

Awesome! see u there Dana!

[John_Diego]

I think I can make it. Since I ride the fwy M - F, I like to stay to the back roads on the weekends.

Dana, I'll meet you at Barrett junction.

John

[dmulk]

Awesome!

Going to do that route back to home. :)

See you guys in Julian!

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[Mandel]

OK, I'm in. Let's meet at Toms and go from there to Julian.

I'm figuring it's about an hour and a half ride to Julian, maybe a bit less.

Hey Dana, why not meet us for breakfast up here and we'll take you back home via Sunshine Hwy on the way back?

Mandel

[bikeguy]

Holler out from the bike guy

Sounds good for me! I'll look up the Toms' place on the map. 8 am? And Julian Pie Shop in Julian or is it Julian Pie Shop in Santa ysabell?

Yea, it should be hot out ther but not until the middle of the day. By then, I got to go. Have something planned.

It would be nice to meet up with some guys.

[dmulk]

Julian Pie shop in Julian.

Looking forward to meeting you bikeguy!

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[SupraSabre]

Anybody riding two up? I was trying to get the wife to go, but she doesn't want to be the only gal! :(

[rickj]

Dan,

Don and I may show up at Tom's, but probably after breakfast. Are you figuring on leaving there about 9:00? It's probably only an hour to 1:15 ride to Julian from there, unless you take some pretty creative routes.

Rick

[dmulk]

Yeah... I'd say we would be on the road about 9am or so.... Could even wait longer since it's only an hour or so... :)

Be good to see the two of you.

Joe gonna be able to pop over too? I know you guys are "The 3 Amigos".... :)

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[Finewest]

Breakfast at Tom's!? At 8am!? It's like a no-brainer! I'll be there for breakfast! But I ain't ridin' in no backcountry 90+ degree heat! No way! But stuff my face with Tom's waffles! Hell yeah!

[SupraSabre]

Breakfast at Tom's!? At 8am!? It's like a no-brainer! I'll be there for breakfast! But I ain't ridin' in no backcountry 90+ degree heat! No way! But stuff my face with Tom's waffles! Hell yeah!

Since they are calling for some cloud cover, it shouldn't be that bad on the bikes out to Julian. If I'm able to make it (still in the air) I plan on coming back via 79 through Temecula. :biker:

[Mandel]

I would be in favor of moving our breakfast time back to 8:30 (or even later) to allow everyone to meet up with us at Toms. Even if we left there at 9:30 we'd be in Julian way before lunch time.

Mandel

[joeca43]

Dan,
I should be able to make it. Rick and I will have things firmed up by mid day tomorrow one way or another.
Look forward to seeing some familiar faces.

[dmulk]

Joe and Fred: Awesome! Look forward to seeing you guys!

Fred: Did't you buy a hydrovest for this type of riding? Won't it keep you nice and cool?

Breakfast: I am sure any time between 8-9am is going to be fine.... I'll be there sometime between that time. Shouldn't be too tight on schedules....the pie in Julian is what matters... and we have plenty of time to make that to meet the other south guys.... :)

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[rickj]

Yeah... I'd say we would be on the road about 9am or so.... Could even wait longer since it's only an hour or so... :)

Be good to see the two of you.

Joe gonna be able to pop over too? I know you guys are "The 3 Amigos".... :)

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Dan,

I meant to say Joe and not Don. I don't think Don can make it on Saturday. I'll confirm before Saturday if Joe and I are going to make it.

Rick

[Finewest]

...Fred: Did't you buy a hydrovest for this type of riding? Won't it keep you nice and cool?...

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Only to be used in "no other choice" rides... :D

[dmulk]

Gotcha. :)

Only to be used in "no other choice" rides... :D

[dteel]

Fred, from what I'm hearing it's not suppose to be that hot on Sat. remenants from hurricane Dean (wonder if it's any relation to STDean?) are suppose to keep it below 90, high for the day predicted to be 87 (http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/USCA1029.html).

Your choice....


Mandel, I gave it some thought, but I really prefer this direction, besides I really like Barret Junction for breakfast. Evidently John Diego does too.

[Finewest]

Your choice....


DUH! :rolleyes: :D

[SupraSabre]

Anybody riding two up? I was trying to get the wife to go, but she doesn't want to be the only gal! :(

Since NOBODY has replied to me, I assume that no one will be bringing their better half/Girlfriend? Dana? Vicky working or something? :confused:

[bikeguy]

Holler out from the bike guy

Well, I will be riding 2 up!

I usually am. But it don't slow me down. So it would be nice if someone else brings their significant other.

Look forward to meeting the gang. The later we go, the hotter it will be, no biggie for me either way!

[dmulk]

This should be fun! Hope to see you all soon!

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[dmulk]

Anyone else planning to show up?

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[AzDesertRider]

I'm a big ole maybe... Hate to miss breakfast at Barrett's & PIE!!! :pie1:

Watch for the Yellow V-Strom.

[SupraSabre]

Holler out from the bike guy

Well, I will be riding 2 up!

I usually am. But it don't slow me down. So it would be nice if someone else brings their significant other.

Look forward to meeting the gang. The later we go, the hotter it will be, no biggie for me either way!

Excellent, then my wife won't have any excuses for not going! :)

[dteel]

Since NOBODY has replied to me, I assume that no one will be bringing their better half/Girlfriend? Dana? Vicky working or something? :confused:

Bob, sorry, Vicki is working that weekend and unless there is a last second change, I do not expect her to attend. I understand your wife's position; it has been voiced many times by other wives. I would have responded right away if I thought Vicki would be in attendance, so you read the absence of a reply correctly.

BTW, might be best if you want negative responses to request them.

Regards,

[dteel]

Breakfast at Tom's!? At 8am!? It's like a no-brainer! I'll be there for breakfast! But I ain't ridin' in no backcountry 90+ degree heat! No way! But stuff my face with Tom's waffles! Hell yeah!

Fred, please correct me if I have it wrong but do I under stand that you will be riding Veronica to Tom's for breakfast but do not intend to participate in the ride to Julian? Just curious, it's always good to see you but we'll miss on this occasion if I understand you correctly.

Bob (AzDesertRider) would be nice to meet you at Barret Junction. That will make three for that ride, if you choose to attend. Maybe you can talk Tom and Ray into joining you. That would be a really nice group. Unless I’ve missed something, John Diego and I are the only solid members meeting at Barret Junction at the time of this post. I do intend to make it to Julian for pie but there’s a lot that can happen in the 2 ½ hours between 0900 when we will likely finish breakfast and 1130.

[SupraSabre]

Bob, sorry, Vicki is working that weekend and unless there is a last second change, I do not expect her to attend. I understand your wife's position; it has been voiced many times by other wives. I would have responded right away if I thought Vicki would be in attendance, so you read the absence of a reply correctly.

BTW, might be best if you want negative responses to request them.

Regards,

Yeah, that's what I figured, and yes, that's why the second post. Hope to see you in Julian! :biker:

[dteel]

And heck, shouldn't you be working? I'm a government employee so I get to mess around while at work, after all you're paying my salary!

[doberwing]

Dana,
I would like to meet you and John at Barret Junction. Bill

[Finewest]

Fred, please correct me if I have it wrong but do I under stand that you will be riding Veronica to Tom's for breakfast but do not intend to participate in the ride to Julian? Just curious, it's always good to see you but we'll miss on this occasion if I understand you correctly...

Breakfast; yes. Ride; no.

[dteel]

Bill, I look forward to seeing you there. They open at 0800, that's when I intend to be there. I think John and maybe Bob will be there too.

[dteel]

Breakfast; yes. Ride; no.

I have a question for you Fred, is this "Dan World"?

I wouldn't want to make a horrible social error for which I will be castigated..... :D :D :D :D :rolleyes:

[Finewest]

I have a question for you Fred, is this "Dan World"?

I wouldn't want to make a horrible social error for which I will be castigated..... :D :D :D :D :rolleyes:

That's your choice Dana. :rolleyes:

[joeca43]

Guy's
Rick and I will see you at Tom's between 9:15 and 9:30
No breakfast for us.

[dmulk]

Guy's
Rick and I will see you at Tom's between 9:15 and 9:30
No breakfast for us.

Sounds good, see youse guys tomorrow!

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[dmulk]

I have a question for you Fred, is this "Dan World"?

I wouldn't want to make a horrible social error for which I will be castigated..... :D :D :D :D :rolleyes:

:confused:????

[Finewest]

:confused:????

Don't sweat it Dan, it's just Dana tripping again... :rolleyes: :D See ya tomorrow at Tom's for breakfast 8am. :clap2:

[dmulk]

Looking forward to it!

I hear the waffles are good?


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[Finewest]

Looking forward to it!

I hear the waffles are good?


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Big and fluffy! Like me! And the steak and eggs is a winner too! I can't decide!!! Aaaggghhh... Wait a minute! DING! GET BOTH!!! YEEEEAAA! :hotpepper

[dteel]

Ok, my humor is as flat as Tom's pancakes. Sorry, I'll quit trying to be funny.

[John_Diego]

Fred, what's up? 1st you organize a RTE in Santa Isabel and you drive your cage. Then you organize seaStoc and your going to drive your cage. Now this, a short ride on some of the best roads in SoCal and you are not coming? We need your wit and humor and I need a smoking buddy.

Dana, I will be at Barrett Junction for breakfast @ 8:00am.

Let's Ride,

John

[Finewest]

Fred, what's up? 1st you organize a RTE in Santa Isabel and you drive your cage. Then you organize seaStoc and your going to drive your cage. Now this, a short ride on some of the best roads in SoCal and you are not coming? We need your wit and humor and I need a smoking buddy.

Dana, I will be at Barrett Junction for breakfast @ 8:00am.

Let's Ride,

John

Hey! Dude! I didn't see you on any 1600 mile ride to Seattle! :rolleyes: ;) :D

Got stuff to do on Sat. But I'd never miss a Tom's breakfast! It's a no brainer! Woo Hoo! How about you come on by Tom's and we'll eat and smoke together?

[dteel]

Got stuff to do on Sat. But I'd never miss a Tom's breakfast! ...

Man, ain't that the truth. Already wondering how I'm going to accomplish all the stuff I've agreed to this weekend and spend 1/2 riding with friends.

It's almost launch time so I'd better get ready.

[rickj]

Great ride, guys and gals! Back in at 2:30 with a little under 200 miles.

I rode across the Lagunas with the group of nine, and Mandel and I headed straight when the rest of you turned off to head to Barrett Junction (I think that's where that road goes).

Anyway, it was good to see everyone! It's not often I see another one of the '03 models! Ricardo's BMW R1200 was also a very interesting bike. Too bad he didn't get to ride with us.

Don and Joe, sorry about adandoning you! I wanted to head across the Laguna mountains. It was great.

Thanks for organizing, Dan.

Rick

[dmulk]

It was awesome today. Nice breeze....no rain!

Bob/Byron/Bob/AKA All other "Mile Monsters": good seeing you guys again. Please post up when you get home safe.

Three Amigos (Aka: Rick, Don and Joe): Always good to see you guys..... next time program in GMRS Channel 1 with no privacy code so we can all talk!! :)

After Lyon's Valley, we (George, dmulk, Elk and John Diego) cut over to Islands and grabbed a brew and chatted it up for about an hour.

Today was a great day.

Thanks to all for coming!

John: I'll PM you when I get the Spencer seat back from Richard. When you are done testing it out, please work it out to get it over to George. He wanted to test it out too. You guys can keep it as long as you need. :)

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PS: Mark! So sorry got the confusion and missing the 1 road you wanted to ride!!! Also...let us know how the seat did!

[dmulk]

I think we had 12-13 bikes (not counting pillions!) show up today in Julian! Great turn out! It was definitely a 2 pronged assault on Julian!



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[elkhntingfool]

Wow, I have never seen so many ST's in one spot. That was a great ride and turn out. It was nice to finaly get to put some faces to the names I see around here.

Thanks for orginizing the ride today Dan.

Whens the next one???????

Elk

[John_Diego]

Great ride today. Dan, thanks for organizing. The weather was perfect, not much traffic and I made some new ST friends. That was the 1st time I've riden the Sunrise Hwy both directions in the same day. GPS says max speed was 99.1, good I kept it under 100:)

I never did get any pie!
John

[AzDesertRider]

Back in Yuma all warm n safe.

was fun to see y'all today. Great folks, food & riding. It just don't get any better n that.

[dmulk]

Great ride today. Dan, thanks for organizing. The weather was perfect, not much traffic and I made some new ST friends. That was the 1st time I've riden the Sunrise Hwy both directions in the same day. GPS says max speed was 99.1, good I kept it under 100:)

I never did get any pie!
John

And just to dispell any of those rumors about John being the strong and SILENT type.......if you get a few beers in the guy, let me tell you.... :rolleyes:

It was great hanging with youse guys!

Dana: chime in when you get a chance to let us know you made it back safe and sound!

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[dmulk]

Back in Yuma all warm n safe.

was fun to see y'all today. Great folks, food & riding. It just don't get any better n that.

Awesome! Always good to see you Bob.

Nice 'Strom you had there too!!

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[SDGeorge]

Thanks for a great day......great ride... It was my first run with the group and not the last. Sorry if I hung too far behind and casued John not to meet his goal of 100 :). Dan thanks again for the refreshments...see you on the next run

George
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[dmulk]

Wow, I have never seen so many ST's in one spot. That was a great ride and turn out. It was nice to finaly get to put some faces to the names I see around here.

Thanks for orginizing the ride today Dan.

Whens the next one???????

Elk



I was thinking about doing a RTE BBQ in Crestline at my Cabin sometime in September. There is a good size grocery store about a mile or so from it that has great prices on meat..... :)

It'd be a bit longer haul for some of us SD guys, but the ride up would be pretty awesome if we cut through Idyllwyld....Hmmmmm......:cool:

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[dteel]

Wow, yeah it was a great ride today. I got home and mowed the grass, after that I was wiped out. Laid down to catch my breath and fell asleep for an hour. It was great seeing a lot of the SoCal regulars and seeing a few of the rare participants.

Rick nice to share some road with you again!

Joe and Don, sorry we didn't get to ride together today, catch you on the next ride I hope. It was nice seeing you again anyway. Joe, nice chatting with you for a bit.

Bob (AzDesertRider), glad you could make it for breakfast, I thought the call of breakfast at Barret Junction would for sure pull BigTom in too, but alas, I find that even that doesn't always work. I'd never been on Chruch Road before, it wasn't very long, but it sure was nice.

Bob, (SupraSabre) very nice to see you and your better half on the road today. I know we didn't ride together today, but I'll be happy to anytime!

Byron, always good to see you. Wish we could have chatted a bit more but you were fully engaged whenever I looked your way. Must be some of the member of the month popularity at work..hehe

Elk, damn good meeting you. I was glad to make a new acquaintance today. Hope next time we get to chat a bit more.

John, as always, good riding with you friend! I have to remember to keep you behind me, otherwise my gas mileage suffers. I don't do so well at speeds above 80.

Dan, thanks for dis-organizing. Sometimes all it takes is a good destination and a good date. I was like the perfect STorm as we converged on Julian. I think having two breakfast destinations actually worked in our favor.


Man was that pie in Julian worth the ride or what? Man was that good!

[John_Diego]

Dana, Don't blame your poor gas maileage on me. I hit 99.1 trying to catch up to you after having to wait for traffic turning left onto Sunrise Hwy!

See you at DanSToc, Idyllwild - Hwy 243 - Rim-Of-World Hwy - BBQ steak. What could be better.

John

PS - Where's the pics of today's ride?

[elkhntingfool]

I was thinking about doing a RTE BBQ in Crestline at my Cabin sometime in September. There is a good size grocery store about a mile or so from it that has great prices on meat..... :)

It'd be a bit longer haul for some of us SD guys, but the ride up would be pretty awesome if we cut through Idyllwyld....Hmmmmm......:cool:

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Name the time and place. If our rich uncle doesn't have other plans for me at the time.I'M IN

[joeca43]

It was great to see everyone again and on a nice day to boot.
Dan ,
Thanks for orginizing the ride and meet in Julian.

Rick,
No worries there is always another day to ride and drink some lobodomies at the end of it.

Byron,
What's there to say , always a pleasure .

Dana,
Lets hope we get the chance to ride the distance when the temperature cools off a bit.
Say Hi ! to Vicky......

For all those who traveled near and far I'm glad the day ended safely for you and look forward to the next ride together.

[tommyboy]

Hey everybody, thanks for the opportunity to see some of you again and others for the first time. It was a nice day to ride. Going home I routed up to Palomar. No squids (or anybody else, for that matter) on S-7 up the east side. Very pleasant. Not too bad going down on S-6, either although a few bikes were around. I am looking forward to seaStoc!

[ST1300_Dude]

Looks like it's a bit too late to count me in for this one, Dan, but guess what?

I sold the S2000 today (sad day). So to feel better, I washed and waxed the ST1300 in PREPARATION FOR MY RIDE HOME TO SAN DIEGO!!! That's right! Although I can't sell my house here in Chicago, living in San Diego next to my main man is way more important.

You will see my headlights coming all the way on Route 66, and eventually over the top of the mountains, down Highway 8 sometime the first or second week of October! YEAH!

Now, I need a recommendation on a seat, 'cause I ain't ridin' 2113 miles on that stock piece of crap. Sargent or Corbin? Remember I have the Pan European top box.

Very exciting!!!

[dmulk]

Dennis!!!! I miss ya man!

Soon you will be back riding with our group. If you can't tell already, we have a heck of a SoCal-ST crew. :)

I'll tell you what, when it comes time to ride from Chicago to here, I'll shoot you out my Corbin with beads and heat to try out. Should at least give you a good try on one of the available options.


Good to hear from you man! Keep in touch!

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Looks like it's a bit too late to count me in for this one, Dan, but guess what?

I sold the S2000 today (sad day). So to feel better, I washed and waxed the ST1300 in PREPARATION FOR MY RIDE HOME TO SAN DIEGO!!! That's right! Although I can't sell my house here in Chicago, living in San Diego next to my main man is way more important.

You will see my headlights coming all the way on Route 66, and eventually over the top of the mountains, down Highway 8 sometime the first or second week of October! YEAH!

Now, I need a recommendation on a seat, 'cause I ain't ridin' 2113 miles on that stock piece of crap. Sargent or Corbin? Remember I have the Pan European top box.

Very exciting!!!

[ST1300_Dude]

Dude, I want to order a seat ASAP, so let's talk offline soon, ok?

I can't wait to show you non-East County natives around some back roads (I thought that would sound funny coming from a guy that currently lives in Chicago).

Also can't wait to get my bike back in the capable hands of the world's best mechanic: Craig Enfield at CycleWorld of El Cajon!!!

[dmulk]

Dude, I want to order a seat ASAP, so let's talk offline soon, ok?

I can't wait to show you non-East County natives around some back roads (I thought that would sound funny coming from a guy that currently lives in Chicago).

Also can't wait to get my bike back in the capable hands of the world's best mechanic: Craig Enfield at CycleWorld of El Cajon!!!

I'll call you from the office on monday to go over the list... :)

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[dteel]

Dennis, looking forward to meeting you! Dan has already warned us of your inpending arrival. El Cajon needs more ST1300s. I'm like a lone wolf here.

Keep the rubber side down!

[dteel]

Ok, someone asked for pictures. Well, I only took two so others will have to fill the gap. I know I seen other cameras at the event. This is the breakfast at Barret Junction (http://www.barrettjunctioncafe.com/) crew.

[AzDesertRider]

Tried for the moving action shot of 8 ST's in a row, but results were weak at best.

Took a little off road detour to the top of the hill next to the Buckman Springs Rest Area. No Hang-Gliders up there yesterday.

[dmulk]

Tried for the moving action shot of 8 ST's in a row, but results were weak at best.

Took a little off road detour to the top of the hill next to the Buckman Springs Rest Area. No Hang-Gliders up there yesterday.


So Bob, are you brave enough to do Alaska with me on my KLR with that Strom?

:rolleyes:


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[AzDesertRider]

Hi Dan,

Yes, an Alaska trip is eminent. I know of a couple groups going next year, but have no firm plans.......yet!

[dmulk]

:) Yeah.... I am going to work towards an '08 goal, but reality might set in (work schedules, etc) and push it out a year.

Planning it (and Farkling the KLR) is really a labor of love though...so I aint complaining... ;)

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[SupraSabre]

Hi Guys!

It was a great ride and I was finally able to get my better half out to a ST gathering. She even made comments on how much better behaved this group was compared to the ole SabMag group riders! :rolleyes:

After we left you all to your own in Julian, we rode up the 79 then took 371 upto the little Cafe at the 74, had some lunch, then came back down the 371 to the 79 and took it back to Temecula. Temps were a little high to be comfortable, so that took some of the fun out of it, but we still had a good time and as always, it was great seeing everyone again and fanstatic meeting all that I haven't met before. And as a couple of you realized, my memory isn't too good, it just takes a bit to jog it every now and again. :(

[Byron]

Well I know I had a good time! An hour and a half ride before breakfast is a good way to start the day, and general chit-chat with the guys is always bonus. Some more riding only now it's in the hills and then pie in Julian how much better can it get? :)

When we all parted ways in Julian I went with Bike Guy for a trek over Mt. Palomar. Well the ride up the East side was fine but I did an oops! going down the West side (http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27698) and sprained/strained my ankle. :(

All-in-all I had a good day in spite of myself. For those that thought it was a little warm, get a cooling vest. I put mine on at Palomar for the rest of the ride home and it was GREAT!

[SupraSabre]

Well I know I had a good time! An hour and a half ride before breakfast is a good way to start the day, and general chit-chat with the guys is always bonus. Some more riding only now it's in the hills and then pie in Julian how much better can it get? :)

When we all parted ways in Julian I went with Bike Guy for a trek over Mt. Palomar. Well the ride up the East side was fine but I did an oops! going down the West side (http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27698) and sprained/strained my ankle. :(

All-in-all I had a good day in spite of myself. For those that thought it was a little warm, get a cooling vest. I put mine on at Palomar for the rest of the ride home and it was GREAT!

Have you had the foot/ankle looked at yet? :confused:

I often ride with my boot touching the ground (before the pegs do) and haven't had that problem...yet. I'll think of you next time I do. Maybe at the class I'm taking up at Willow Springs, I'll learn how to put my knee out there instead! :rolleyes:

[dteel]

I've touched down several times. I've never had my foot catch. I'm guessing at this point that that was just plain dumb luck.

[ST1300_Dude]

Dennis, looking forward to meeting you! Dan has already warned us of your inpending arrival. El Cajon needs more ST1300s. I'm like a lone wolf here.

Keep the rubber side down!
Thanks, Dana. Looking forward to meeting all of you guys, too. Where the heck were you when I was looking for riding buddies since 1985!?!?!? Anyway, I will be living out in Rancho San Diego, so let's do Harbinson Canyon, 94, Old Highway 80, Sunrise, Palomar, Back side of Palm Springs to Dana Point via Lake Elsinore and the good ol' lookout restaurant a la Ortega Highway, Angeles Crest...DAMN! I sure miss the ol' "hood"!

How's that for knowing my way around "your" town!?!? Not bad for a guy from Chicago, eh?

See you at Motoworld on 09/22, when I am there for the weekend getting move logistics set up and buying my new rain suit for the 2113 mile ride HOME, baby, yeah!!!!!

(Can you tell I am happy to come home?)

:)

Dennis

[dmulk]

Only problem is that you aren't "from" chicago....or at least not for the 6 years I knew you to live here.... :)

<D>
PS: Give you a ring tomorrow.... got slammed at the office today. :)




Thanks, Dana. Looking forward to meeting all of you guys, too. Where the heck were you when I was looking for riding buddies since 1985!?!?!? Anyway, I will be living out in Rancho San Diego, so let's do Harbinson Canyon, 94, Old Highway 80, Sunrise, Palomar, Back side of Palm Springs to Dana Point via Lake Elsinore and the good ol' lookout restaurant a la Ortega Highway, Angeles Crest...DAMN! I sure miss the ol' "hood"!

How's that for knowing my way around "your" town!?!? Not bad for a guy from Chicago, eh?

See you at Motoworld on 09/22, when I am there for the weekend getting move logistics set up and buying my new rain suit for the 2113 mile ride HOME, baby, yeah!!!!!

(Can you tell I am happy to come home?)

:)

Dennis

[dteel]

Thanks, Dana. Looking forward to meeting all of you guys, too. Where the heck were you when I was looking for riding buddies since 1985!?!?!? Anyway, I will be living out in Rancho San Diego, so let's do Harbinson Canyon, 94, Old Highway 80, Sunrise, Palomar, Back side of Palm Springs to Dana Point via Lake Elsinore and the good ol' lookout restaurant a la Ortega Highway, Angeles Crest...DAMN! I sure miss the ol' "hood"!

All good places to ride. I'm not sure I want to try it all in one day...hehe

Ah, I was in Long Beach from 1984-1992 riding a 1979 Honda CB750F



How's that for knowing my way around "your" town!?!? Not bad for a guy from Chicago, eh?

Man you sure got that right! I won't question your knowledge of the area. I was living in El Cajon for the first time between 1976-1979. I remember when no one was on Wildcat Canyon Road. I thought I had found motorcycle heaven!



See you at Motoworld on 09/22, when I am there for the weekend getting move logistics set up and buying my new rain suit for the 2113 mile ride HOME, baby, yeah!!!!!

Dan can give me a call when you get in town and I'll buzz over there to shake your hand and you can admire my beautiful :biker:


(Can you tell I am happy to come home?)

:)

Dennis

Yep!