CreSTOC 2008 - May 30th - June 1st (Fri-Sun)

[dmulk]

Give-a-ways by NewEnough.com
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When: May 30th - June 1st
Where: Crestline, CA (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=crestline,+ca&ie=UTF8&ll=34.199877,-117.246094&spn=0.5026,1.078033&z=11&om=1)
Main Rides: Southern California, Big Bear, Angeles Crest, Idyllwyld, Ortega Hwy 74

Event Dinner: BBQ will be hosted by dmulk @ his cabin on Saturday Evening (5/31)
Time: 5PM - 10PM
Dinner should be served by 6PM.

Raffle will be held after dinner: Everyone's name in a helmet. Must be present to win. 5 Chances to win! :)


* Please note: You *must* register to be included for the BBQ. It's the only way I can get a head count. I'll be making burgers and dogs. If you want to grill anything else, please bring it. The grill will be hot!

* Soda and water will also be provided.

* There will be a community beer cooler as well...

Crestline Local Area Info: Click Here (http://www.mountaininfo.com/)

Lodging:

* Arrowhead Pinerose Cabins (909) 337-2341
* Crestline Inn - (909-338-1545)
* Crest Lodge Mountain Resort - (909-338-2418)
* North Shore Inn - (909) 338-5230
* Sleepy Hollow - (909)338-2718 or (800) 909-2718

Restaurants: Click Here (http://www.crestlineinfo.com/busdir/resturan.html)


Attendance / Registration: Please go HERE (http://www.st-owners.com/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&c=1&day=2008-5-30) to mark your attendance plans.

Gear:

GMRS/FRS Radio Channel: 1 or 462.5625


Disorganizers: Dteel, Finwest and dmulk!

Photos from CreSTOC 2007 (LARGE!): Here! (http://www.dmulk.com/bikes/CreSTOC07/)


Garmin Routes:28722

Parking for BBQ Dinner:
I'm located in a small, quiet cul-de-sac. I have friendly neighbors and have done my best to spread the word that we are having a BBQ Saturday evening and that people will be coming and going on motorcycles. I'd like to ask that you respect them and do your best to find parking that doesn't create a problem for people trying to get in their residences.

I'd also like to ask that, during the BBQ, you park in a way that maximizes space for other's to park.

Parking Update for the BBQ!!



We are going to try and keep the parking deck open at my cabin for people to congregate....in order to do this, I checked down the street and if you continue PAST my house to the end of the road there is a vacant house. You should be able to park there if you can't find parking under the tree at the center of the cul-de-sac in front of my place.

Thanks!

<D>


Dmulk's Cabin:

226 Darfo Ct.
Crestline, Ca. 92325
dmulk's Cell: 619-838-3999



Details To Follow...

[dteel]

Dan, you know that Vicki and I will be there. Let me know if you want some help with the preparations, I'll be there for that too if you want the help.

[E the B]

Where is CreSTOC?

Crete?

[dteel]

Crestline, CA (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=crestline,+ca&ie=UTF8&ll=34.199877,-117.246094&spn=0.5026,1.078033&z=11&om=1)

[dmulk]

Dan, you know that Vicki and I will be there. Let me know if you want some help with the preparations, I'll be there for that too if you want the help.

Thanks Dana!

I haven't had a chance to call on that lodge place yet to check on the rental details. Maybe if you have time, you could buzz them to see what "Minimum of 125 people" means as well as what it will take to rent the whole place?.... :)



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[Finewest]

ST1300_Dude will buy you lunch if you can guess where my sig. pic of my bike was taken!

[Mark]

ST1300_Dude will buy you lunch if you can guess where my sig. pic of my bike was taken!

On the beach in California at sunset.

[Finewest]

On the beach in California at sunset.

Come on Mark, you gotta get closer than that! Geez! :rolleyes: :D

[jnsgardner]

I guess that Camp Something idea never worked out...or are we waiting for October to see how the number build?

John

[ST1300_Dude]

Better yet, Finewest: if you can tell me where my last house was in San Diego County before I moved to Chicago, I will pay for your whole trip!

Hint: Think 92057!

:)

[Mark]

Come on Mark, you gotta get closer than that! Geez! :rolleyes: :D

Hey! California has about a 1000 miles of coast line!!! San Onefre? :)

Mark

[Finewest]

Hey! California has about a 1000 miles of coast line!!! San Onefre? :)

Mark

San Onofre! Damn! You win! OK, just tell ST1300_Dude and he'll buy ya lunch! (NOT!) :eek: ;) :D

[dmr139]

Hi Everyone,
I'm kind of new to the group. I don't get a lot of time for riding outside of my daily commute. (2 year old daugher and the wife refuses to passenger with me since the baby was born) I've done a few rides in the past with my PC800. I was waiting for something "in the area" to come up. This sounds like tons O' fun and a good way to put some faces with names. Count me in.

A co-worker rides a honda cruiser (VTX I believe), I'd like to invite him along unless there are any objections to disturbing the peace and quiet of honda's ST11/ST13/PC800's. :)

Other guy I ride with is not invited (harley), he don't wave. :(

[dmulk]

Hi Everyone,
I'm kind of new to the group. I don't get a lot of time for riding outside of my daily commute. (2 year old daugher and the wife refuses to passenger with me since the baby was born) I've done a few rides in the past with my PC800. I was waiting for something "in the area" to come up. This sounds like tons O' fun and a good way to put some faces with names. Count me in.

A co-worker rides a honda cruiser (VTX I believe), I'd like to invite him along unless there are any objections to disturbing the peace and quiet of honda's ST11/ST13/PC800's. :)

Other guy I ride with is not invited (harley), he don't wave. :(

Everyone is welcome! Will be nice to meet you!

The spring / early summer riding up there should be nice.

Cheers!

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[dmulk]

Put a little more info at the top of this post...

Still working on the routes, etc. Should get those done in the down time during my shoulder repair.

Stay tuned. :)
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[Finewest]

WOO HOO! :hotpepper Count me in on this one Dan! I'll be there with the new ST-Owners.com West Coast Chapter Banner! :clap2:

[dmulk]

Yes!! ;)

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[Finewest]

OH! I just noticed that I am listed as a Dis-Organizer! Woo Hoo! That means you all have to do what I WANT!!! and I WANT TO HAVE FUN!!! DAMN IT! FUN!!! So listen up! We're going to have fun if it kills me!!!

That is all...

[Finewest]

I just shot off a email to Big Bear Choppers (http://www.bigbearchoppers.com/) for info on a possible tour of their shop. If they agree it would be on the Sat. of the rally. They not only make the hottest choppers on the west coast, but got great STuff like tee-shirts, posters, etc.

Think that would be cool?

[Finewest]

Got room reservations at the Sleep Hollow for Sat. night May 31st! I'M IN BABY! See ya all there! Woo hoo!

[Finewest]

I just shot off a email to Big Bear Choppers (http://www.bigbearchoppers.com/) for info on a possible tour of their shop. If they agree it would be on the Sat. of the rally. They not only make the hottest choppers on the west coast, but got great STuff like tee-shirts, posters, etc.

Think that would be cool?

Haven't heard anything back from these guys. Oh well! Their loss!

[dmulk]

Haven't heard anything back from these guys. Oh well! Their loss!

Yeah, I think this happened last year too.... Weren't they closed or something?

We can probably plan to to a meeting at Chaparell on the main ride....that place is always fun and it is at the base of my hill.



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[Finewest]

Yeah, I think this happened last year too.... Weren't they closed or something?

We can probably plan to to a meeting at Chaparell on the main ride....that place is always fun and it is at the base of my hill.

<D>

Excellent! :clap2:

[SupraSabre]

I will probably meet you guys there then. I'm afraid I'll be doing a Saturday Only. :o:

[dmulk]

I will probably meet you guys there then. I'm afraid I'll be doing a Saturday Only. :o:

hmmmm....I was thinking of stopping on the way back up the hill *after* the main ride but in the afternoon before the BBQ....

I'll post up the routes on Sunday and maybe you can find a place that is earlier in the ride....

Look forward to riding with you!!

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[SupraSabre]

hmmmm....I was thinking of stopping on the way back up the hill *after* the main ride but in the afternoon before the BBQ....

I'll post up the routes on Sunday and maybe you can find a place that is earlier in the ride....

Look forward to riding with you!!

<D>

That's fine, just let me know the options! :p:

[dmulk]

hmmmm....I was thinking of stopping on the way back up the hill *after* the main ride but in the afternoon before the BBQ....

I'll post up the routes on Sunday and maybe you can find a place that is earlier in the ride....

Look forward to riding with you!!

<D>


Couldn't get the routes up Sunday because I am still working on restoring my Garmin program to my new laptop....arg!

Stay tuned!

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[dmulk]

Well, I have everything reSTored and running and upgraded!! I'll upload the route info this weekend, polish off the even details and get the "cheer leaders" (Finewest and DTeel) to start promoting the event!!

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[dmulk]

BTW: I have made the decision to have my consulting company sponsor the BBQ. I'll be purchasing the main BBQ burgers, sodas and hot dogs as well as snacks.

If you plan to attend the BBQ, please sign up under the Attend link. This will guarantee you a free meal! :)

Cheers!

<D>
PS: There will be no "donation can" for this. Please direct your donations to www.st-owners.com :)

[dteel]

Dratz, how am I suppose to top free food? You say you want me to drum up business and then steal all the thunder! I'll talk to Fred and bounce some ideas around, who knows what we can dream up.

[Finewest]

Dratz, how am I suppose to top free food? You say you want me to drum up business and then steal all the thunder! I'll talk to Fred and bounce some ideas around, who knows what we can dream up.

Short of sky-writing it I can't think of anything. except...

:hotpepper FINEWEST WILL BE THERE!!! :hotpepper

That should bring 'em out in droves!

[dteel]

I don't want to pop your bubble Fred, but I think most people are there to see Veronica... (just kidding)

I was thinking horseshoes, but the grade on Dan's property makes retrieving the shoes a chore.

If someone has a sound meter, we could have a, "who has the quietest bike" contest.

It's too early to think, I'm going to try again later.

[dmulk]

You guys are a bunch of comedians... :)

Actually, I was thinking of also running, Long way round, long way down, and Dust to Glory on the home theatre....keep everyone in the mood for riding. :)

At any rate, it's going to be great to see everyone again.
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[dmulk]

Wow... looks like this could be ~30+ people so far!!

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[dmr139]

Ok newbie/possible stupid question. I see there are a bunch of recommended places to stay. What's the deal? Are they very close together or is this a kind of "stay here on friday night. Stay this other place on Saturday" etc...

I am not usually the 'need every minute planned for me' type, but is there a bit more of a schedule somewhere? Or am I just jumping the gun?

I'm just asking cuz I don't know if I'll be staying somewhere (other than home in Simi Valley) on friday night or not.

Thanks

[Finewest]

Ok newbie/possible stupid question. I see there are a bunch of recommended places to stay. What's the deal? Are they very close together or is this a kind of "stay here on friday night. Stay this other place on Saturday" etc...

I am not usually the 'need every minute planned for me' type, but is there a bit more of a schedule somewhere? Or am I just jumping the gun?

I'm just asking cuz I don't know if I'll be staying somewhere (other than home in Simi Valley) on friday night or not.

Thanks

No sweat! It is a weekend get together for the ST and other bikes crowd. A STOC Event! WOO HOO! Dan has in his original announcement post listed some motels/hotels/campgrounds in the area. I have already made a reservation for one of them for Sat. night. I like to puke in the middle of the night and snore very very very very very very loudly! LOL. Check Dan's original event post and pick a place!

SEE YA THERE! :hotpepper

[dmulk]

Hi Guys,

I'd like to request some route suggestion alternates for the HWY 2 Angeles Crest route in case it's not fully open by the time of the event.

The route with took with Byron last year worked out pretty well...I just don't remember it.....


The Garmin file is now up on the first post....


Cheers!

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[dteel]

I think you should ask Byron where he likes to ride. He's all over them thar hills (if you know what I mean). I'd like to see some new sights, some roads now open that have long been closed if at all possible. Other than that, anything with lots of scenery is cool with me.

Speaking of Byron, has anyone seen him lately? Kind of miss seeing him around.

[dmulk]

I think you should ask Byron where he likes to ride. He's all over them thar hills (if you know what I mean). I'd like to see some new sights, some roads now open that have long been closed if at all possible. Other than that, anything with lots of scenery is cool with me.

Speaking of Byron, has anyone seen him lately? Kind of miss seeing him around.


I shot him a PM a couple weeks back. He says he's been getting back into a past hobby. It's been taking quite a bit of his time, I'm sure. :)

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[Finewest]

I shot him a PM a couple weeks back. He says he's been getting back into a past hobby. It's been taking quite a bit of his time, I'm sure. :)

<D>

Sure he is... I wonder what her name is? :crackup

[dmulk]

I think this year's event is going to be awesome!!

I did my yearly bike cleaning this weekend in preparation of summer!!

Anyone else starting to get excited about summer??? CreSTOC, WeSTOC.....16 days on the road with my bro!! I can't wait!

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[FastLane Jammin]

Can anyone recommend a quiet campground for CreSTOC for pitching a tent that has hot showers in abundance?

I live in southern Arizona and figure with gas prices as they are, I could save money by camping out, and put the money in the gas tank. Of course that assumes late May weather is not too chilly. Anyone else plan on camping out and have a place in mind? Thanks. Fastlane Jammin in Sierra Vista Arizona.

[dmulk]

I can see this one from my back deck (you could walk to my place and use the shower if you needed):

24558 Lake Dr
Crestline, CA 92325
(909) 338-2731


Silverwood Lake also has a campground

Not sure on either of these since I have never camped in this area....

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[FastLane Jammin]

Thanks Dan. That cross-references to Camp Switzerland (24558 Lake Dr
Crestline, CA 92325, (909) 338-2731).

For benefit of others, I spoke to owner on phone today (23 April). He's been there 42 years. Offers tent space for $27/night or alternatively, cabins at $85/night (2 dbl beds) plus tax = $282.85 for 3 nights ($94.28/night). Does not take credit cards; have to mail in a check no later than 2 weeks prior (address for check payment is Camp Switzerland, PO Box 967, Crestline, CA 92325) After receipt he calls to confirm receipt. Of note: No refunds for cancellations once payment received. As someone previously noted, he is strict on pets so if anyone intends to bring a pet, ensure you ask to get the skinny on pet policies there.

Steve
Sierra Vista AZ

[dmulk]

No worries, Steve.

This campground is literally at the bottom of my hill where the BBQ will be held....so you could walk to the BBQ and back to your tent. No problems with riding after a couple beers which is a good thing!

See you there!

<D>


Thanks Dan. That cross-references to Camp Switzerland (24558 Lake Dr
Crestline, CA 92325, (909) 338-2731).

For benefit of others, I spoke to owner on phone today (23 April). He's been there 42 years. Offers tent space for $27/night or alternatively, cabins at $85/night (2 dbl beds) plus tax = $282.85 for 3 nights ($94.28/night). Does not take credit cards; have to mail in a check no later than 2 weeks prior (address for check payment is Camp Switzerland, PO Box 967, Crestline, CA 92325) After receipt he calls to confirm receipt. Of note: No refunds for cancellations once payment received. As someone previously noted, he is strict on pets so if anyone intends to bring a pet, ensure you ask to get the skinny on pet policies there.

Steve
Sierra Vista AZ

[dmulk]

Alright guys!! PLEASE sign up at under the attendance (in the first post) if you think you are going to show for this....it's the only way I can get a head count for how much food I need to purchase!

There's a super market real close to my cabin that we can get extra food from if needed, but I would rather just have everything so I can hope to enjoy the BBQ with everyone else.... :)

Thanks!!

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[azlife4me]

Just made reservations at the Sleepy Hollow for Saturday night (31st). Looking forward to the event. Take care

[dmulk]

Awesome!!

The weather should be perfect during this time of year and the ride should be great!

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[Finewest]

Just made reservations at the Sleepy Hollow for Saturday night (31st). Looking forward to the event. Take care

That's great! I also have reservations for Sleepy Hollow. We'll be neighbors! Cool! Look for the tall naked fat guy with a black ST! :22yikes:

[dmulk]

So far we have 26 people confirmed and 7 maybe's.... not bad. It looks like this will be ~ double what we had last year.

Cheers!

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[Finewest]

I can't find Dan's cabin address? Or is this the plan? :eek:

[dmulk]

I'll be posting this up the week of the event...

Also:

Mellow just emailed 5 gift certificates for newenough.com....so it looks like we are going to have a raffle at the BBQ dinner!!

Probably just put everyone's name in a helmet and have one of the ladies draw them out!

Thanks Joe!!

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[Finewest]

Joe and Newenough is KEWL!!! :hotpepper :clap2:

[dmr139]

I'm excited for this ride, and getting to meet you all.

I have a couple of questions.

1. I'm not a garmin guy, is there any way to see/transfer/convert the route info from the garmin file? (I use a Mobile Crossing GPS, probably won't be able to translate it to work with my rig)

2. I have a friend with a cabin in Big Bear. I'm planning to stay there. What kind of logistical problem am I going to have staying that far from Crestline?

-DR

[Finewest]

I'm excited for this ride, and getting to meet you all.

I have a couple of questions.

1. I'm not a garmin guy, is there any way to see/transfer/convert the route info from the garmin file? (I use a Mobile Crossing GPS, probably won't be able to translate it to work with my rig)

2. I have a friend with a cabin in Big Bear. I'm planning to stay there. What kind of logistical problem am I going to have staying that far from Crestline?

-DR

Dan (Dmulk) will provide you with his cabin's address. As for logistical it only means that you have to ride your wonderful ST further... bummer! LOL. ;) :D

[dmulk]

DR, excited to have you at the event!!

GPS: Do you know if your software will accept a .GPX formatted file? (This is the GPS eXchange format)?

Bigbear: Shouldn't be a problem at all. The morning of the main ride, we will actually be passing through BigBear and probably stopping at the Chevron for gas. It'd be a good place to meet if you don't plan to hook up with breakfast at the Loose Caboose.... It's about 35minute cruise from big bear to my place.

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I'm excited for this ride, and getting to meet you all.

I have a couple of questions.

1. I'm not a garmin guy, is there any way to see/transfer/convert the route info from the garmin file? (I use a Mobile Crossing GPS, probably won't be able to translate it to work with my rig)

2. I have a friend with a cabin in Big Bear. I'm planning to stay there. What kind of logistical problem am I going to have staying that far from Crestline?

-DR

[SupraSabre]

Dan,

Have you come up with a schedule as far as "when" the Saturday morning ride will start? Got to see how early I'll be getting up...:o:

[dmulk]

Dan,

Have you come up with a schedule as far as "when" the Saturday morning ride will start? Got to see how early I'll be getting up...:o:

Last year we started from my cabin @ 7:30am and stopped at various points along the way to meet up with people.

Since it's a big loop, we ended up back at my cabin ~4:30PM. Dinner took about ~1.5 hours to prepare and people just hung out and visited. :)

...I hesitate saying this, because it's too early to confirm yet, but there is a chance that Megumi's daughter (Minami) will be in a state volleyball championship that day....so there is a chance that I will be asking for volunteers for food assembly / preparation.

I'll have everything by Friday evening, but I might need some extra hands to help feed the 30 people.... just saying is all... ;)

Cheers!

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[SupraSabre]

Last year we started from my cabin @ 7:30am and stopped at various points along the way to meet up with people.

Since it's a big loop, we ended up back at my cabin ~4:30PM. Dinner took about ~1.5 hours to prepare and people just hung out and visited. :)

...I hesitate saying this, because it's too early to confirm yet, but there is a chance that Megumi's daughter (Minami) will be in a state volleyball championship that day....so there is a chance that I will be asking for volunteers for food assembly / preparation.

I'll have everything by Friday evening, but I might need some extra hands to help feed the 30 people.... just saying is all... ;)

Cheers!

<D>


Okay, that means if I leave my house around 6am, I should be there in plenty of time.

I'm sure with everyone that will be there, that you'll have more help then you can use...I would be more then happy to cook things for you, I'm real good at burning water! :D

[dmulk]

Okay, that means if I leave my house around 6am, I should be there in plenty of time.

I'm sure with everyone that will be there, that you'll have more help then you can use...I would be more then happy to cook things for you, I'm real good at burning water! :D

Yeah, you should be fine. I'm sure we will be meeting up at Loose Caboose for breakfast for the early birds anyway...so that is another potential meeting point for you.

Either way, I'll post up the plans as we get closer to go time. :)

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[Finewest]

I'll be leaving Oceanside Sat. morning pretty early to beat the heat, but I won't be doing the group ride. I too offer any help you need Dan with food prep/serving, etc. for Sat. night's Q. Just let me know what time to be there! Woo hoo!

[dteel]

Dan, you know you can count on Vicki and I to pitch in with what ever you need done. Last year it was like a fine oiled machine and I knew that any lame attempt on my part was more likely to hinder vice help. But if you need any assistance, you know that we will be right there to help.

Maybe I can get some takers on a pool game this year...hehe

Looking forward to seeing every one.

[dmulk]

Dan, you know you can count on Vicki and I to pitch in with what ever you need done. Last year it was like a fine oiled machine and I knew that any lame attempt on my part was more likely to hinder vice help. But if you need any assistance, you know that we will be right there to help.

Maybe I can get some takers on a pool game this year...hehe

Looking forward to seeing every one.


Yes.... I was hoping this year would be the same.... but Megumi is the genius when it comes to hosting things (she does it professionally for Sanyo)....anyway, I'll be doing my best and with you guys helping, I am sure it will be a good time.

If we prep some of the food Friday night and are back at the cabin at 3, I am sure we can get it done. :)


I can't wait!!

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[dmulk]

Some of you have asked about the possibility of donating this year. Please direct any donations to ST-Owners.com. At this point, we don't need any money for the event. :)

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[Mellow]

Some of you have asked about the possibility of donating this year. Please direct any donations to ST-Owners.com. At this point, we don't need any money for the event. :)

<D>

Better yet, donate to a charity.

[Finewest]

Some of you have asked about the possibility of donating this year. Please direct any donations to ST-Owners.com. At this point, we don't need any money for the event. :)

<D>

Better yet, donate to a charity.

This is a excellent idea and one that maybe should be practiced at every STOC Rally. A dontation can placed for a charity. It would make a memorable event much more memorable. I vote for America's Second Harvest: The Nation's Foodbank Network (http://www.secondharvest.org/). Or maybe one of Joe's choice?

[Mellow]

This is a excellent idea and one that maybe should be practiced at every STOC Rally. A dontation can placed for a charity. It would make a memorable event much more memorable. I vote for America's Second Harvest: The Nation's Foodbank Network (http://www.secondharvest.org/). Or maybe one of Joe's choice?

Personally, I'd prefer to let people donate to whatever their choice would be.

I'd rather not make it part of an event... if so, then it seems too much like united way at work..

I think it's a great thing to do, donate to a charity, but I think it shouldn't be part of the actual event, it should just be up to people to do that on their own.

Just my initial opinion..

[Finewest]

Personally, I'd prefer to let people donate to whatever their choice would be.

I'd rather not make it part of an event... if so, then it seems too much like united way at work..

I think it's a great thing to do, donate to a charity, but I think it shouldn't be part of the actual event, it should just be up to people to do that on their own.

Just my initial opinion..

Of course... ...as I slink away leaving a slime trail.... :D

[dmulk]

The reason I mentioned donating to the site was that I like the fact that you can turn some of the money into Event Raffle gift certificates or something?


Either way, we don't need it for the event at this point as: Imperant Techologies, Inc. is sponsoring us.... If you need a data recovery, look me up. :)...

...There's my plug....Now I can write it off... :)

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[Mellow]

Of course... ...as I slink away leaving a slime trail.... :D

Fred, I appreciate your sentiment.. I really do.. I just believe in keeping events as simple as possible, not just for the organizers but for those attending. Your heart is in the right place my friend.

[Mellow]

The reason I mentioned donating to the site was that I like the fact that you can turn some of the money into Event Raffle gift certificates or something?


Either way, we don't need it for the event at this point as: Imperant Techologies, Inc. is sponsoring us.... If you need a data recovery, look me up. :)...

...There's my plug....Now I can write it off... :)

<D>

Not a bad idea... maybe people could just bring things they'd like to raffle off at an event..

Maybe Imperant Tech can fund a new ST1300 to raffle off nationwide???? he he he

[Finewest]

Fred, I appreciate your sentiment.. I really do.. I just believe in keeping events as simple as possible, not just for the organizers but for those attending. Your heart is in the right place my friend.

I know Joe! Just a itty bitty bit of humor. I still think it is a great idea and one I may introduce at my (our) events like SeaSTOC, etc... One of the joys of riding with others is the sharing, and sharing our joy with others less fortunate only heightens our purpose on Earth. This I believe. I am not a rich man by any stretch for sure! But every year I donate something to my favorite causes; such as hunger in the richest country in the world and environmental issues (being a tree-huggin' nature photographer and all). You're right though Joe, people should always give from their heart and not be forced into it... UNLESS UNTIL I RUN THE COUNTRY!!! ;) :crackup

[dmulk]

Maybe Imperant Tech can fund a new ST1300 to raffle off nationwide???? he he he

Hah....not making that much money yet.... probably would break the bank...i'td be kind of cool to do that though if I were able to do that. :)

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[dmulk]

not be forced into it... UNLESS UNTIL I RUN THE COUNTRY!!! ;) :crackup


I know pay back's a b1atch, but I'd be content with you running your own threads instead of hi-jacking mine all the time... :D

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[Mellow]

Hah....not making that much money yet.... probably would break the bank...i'td be kind of cool to do that though if I were able to do that. :)

<D>

Of course... with it being nationwide.. we'd surely run into some state's gambling laws.. like Texas.

[dmulk]

Of course... with it being nationwide.. we'd surely run into some state's gambling laws.. like Texas.


Hmmmm.... not if we camofl....er...structure it like a "Multi-level-business"....:crackup:crackup:crackup

[SupraSabre]

Not a bad idea... maybe people could just bring things they'd like to raffle off at an event..


Don't give Fred too many ideas, he'll probably bring his garage sale stuff to raffle off...:p:

[dmulk]

Good news!

I just arranged for some hosting help. The lady that does our food at the game studio I work at has agreed to show up and do the prep work while we are all out riding!!

One less thing to worry about!!

See you all soon!

<D>

[dmulk]

Don't give Fred too many ideas, he'll probably bring his garage sale stuff to raffle off...:p:


Or some naked pikTRrz of Veronica! :D

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[dteel]

Hey, has anyone heard of this event called CreSTOC? I thought there was going to be lots of mountain riding and free food. Sounds like a good idea to me.

[dmulk]

Huh? Wha?....what's CreSOK?

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[Finewest]

Don't give Fred too many ideas, he'll probably bring his garage sale stuff to raffle off...:p:

Good idea! Thanks! :D

[elkhntingfool]

Looks like I stumbled back into town at just the right time. I'm in for Saturday atleast.....Got to work on some arrangements for Sunday. Looking forward to riding with ya all again.

Elk

[dmulk]

Awesome!! Looking forward to seeing you again Elk!

Man, I just checked the attendance....looks like we could have close to 40 people!!

My little culdesac is going to look like an ST convention!!

I better warn \ invite the neighbors.... :)

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[SoloTotoCoyote]

Hey, Guys & Gals. (Sorry, Dmulk.....not trying to hi-jack the thread)

Since I have to work on the Friday and Saturday of CreSToc, I'll be heading up to Dmulk's for the BBQ Saturday after work. I have one other ST rider who has to work Saturday also. The two of us are going to meet up at my job and then ride up to Dmulk's. There's already the chance that we'll be meeting up with a third ST rider. So, since I know that a few more of you might be working on Saturday as well, I wanted to offer up the.......

"Better Late Than Never Mini-Ride" to CreSToc :D

If anybody's interested, we'll be meeting at Callaway Motorsports in Riverside at 5pm (closing time) and heading up the 215n to the 30 and then up the 18 to Dmulk's cabin. Depending on who wants to meet up, we can set up a few meeting points along the way so riders don't have to go all the way out to Riverside. Just PM me if you're interested........and don't forget to RSVP with Dmulk to let him know you're coming as well.

Sorry, Dmulk.........hi-jack over....

[dmulk]

I don't see a hijack here....this is totally event related.... :D


More the merrier....but do make sure to sign up under attendance so I can make sure I have enough food. :)

Cheers!

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Hey, Guys & Gals. (Sorry, Dmulk.....not trying to hi-jack the thread)

Since I have to work on the Friday and Saturday of CreSToc, I'll be heading up to Dmulk's for the BBQ Saturday after work. I have one other ST rider who has to work Saturday also. The two of us are going to meet up at my job and then ride up to Dmulk's. There's already the chance that we'll be meeting up with a third ST rider. So, since I know that a few more of you might be working on Saturday as well, I wanted to offer up the.......

"Better Late Than Never Mini-Ride" to CreSToc :D

If anybody's interested, we'll be meeting at Callaway Motorsports in Riverside at 5pm (closing time) and heading up the 215n to the 30 and then up the 18 to Dmulk's cabin. Depending on who wants to meet up, we can set up a few meeting points along the way so riders don't have to go all the way out to Riverside. Just PM me if you're interested........and don't forget to RSVP with Dmulk to let him know you're coming as well.

Sorry, Dmulk.........hi-jack over....

[SoloTotoCoyote]

I don't see a hijack here....this is totally event related.... :D


More the merrier....but do make sure to sign up under attendance so I can make sure I have enough food. :)

Cheers!

<D>


Whew..........I was worried I was gonna get classified as a Thread Terrorist. :D :P

Yup....definitely sign up under attendance.

[dmulk]

Check out the new T-shirt design:

http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=40469

Please update your attendance with your shirt size...I need to have the order in by this week!


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[Svl-1300]

Anyone out there,

Any recommendations on which Hotel is best/nice? Where is everyone staying?

Bill

[dmulk]

I think some of the group is staying at the Sleepy Hollow. Some people are camping in the local area also...

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[Finewest]

Anyone out there,

Any recommendations on which Hotel is best/nice? Where is everyone staying?

Bill

I think some of the group is staying at the Sleepy Hollow. Some people are camping in the local area also...

<D>

Yeah, I know at least a couple of us (and me) are staying at the Sleepy Hollow. There's a link on the first post of this thread. About $100 per night, no smoking.

[Louie Louie]

Are the cabin prices pretty competitive? Do they book them quickly?

[Finewest]

Are the cabin prices pretty competitive? Do they book them quickly?

Don't know. Not a lot of choices up there. But I would certainly call. It'll be a popular season weekend I bet.

[SoloTotoCoyote]

Check out the new T-shirt design:

http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=40469

Please update your attendance with your shirt size...I need to have the order in by this week!


<D>

How much will the shirts be?

[dmulk]

How much will the shirts be?

Free at this point, unless a ton of people sign up and I blow my budget. But right now, if your signed for the event by this Friday (and are present at the BBQ) you'll get one.

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[dmulk]

Are the cabin prices pretty competitive? Do they book them quickly?

Keep in mind that any motel / hotel / camp ground in Arrowhead is with in striking distance of my pad. Arrowhead is about a 10-15 min ride to my doorstep.

I think next year I'm going to look harder into the camp seeley thing...the problem is the $1600 minimum commitment.... but who knows... if I get some good data recovery work next year....:)

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[RickA]

Hey Dan,

Don’t think that you need to cover all of the costs.
Getting together with other ST’ers is great fun and I am sure that most of us would chip-in some cash to keep these events alive.

Rick

[dmulk]

Hey Dan,

Don’t think that you need to cover all of the costs.
Getting together with other ST’ers is great fun and I am sure that most of us would chip-in some cash to keep these events alive.

Rick

We'll check it out next year!! :)

I'll do what I did last year and wait until they announce WeSTOC dates....then I'll post the CreSTOC 09 stuff about a month after. :)

See you guys soon!!!

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[dteel]

The problem is getting those guys to answer the phone. I tried on and off for about two weeks and no one ever answered the phone. Dan, I think you'd have better luck dropping in on them sometime when you're headed to the cabin for the weekend and find out what the skinny is. Maybe get a phone number that someone actually answers. The other issue is getting an LA resident to reserve it so we can get it a reasonable time in advance. I was pretty fed up with it after all my effort showed so little reward.

[Byron]

Sorry for being late but I updated my reservation with the necessary info. :D

[AZST]

Looking into maybe making this.

Must juggle some time at work...will know shortly.

--Bryan
04ST1300A
:04biker:

[dmulk]

Looking into maybe making this.

Must juggle some time at work...will know shortly.

--Bryan
04ST1300A
:04biker:


Awesome! Would love to have you down, Bryan!

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[Capt_Gruuvy]

I know I am late to the game but I'd like to participate as much as my schedule can allow. I can drive up Friday afternoon and help set up if you need ... or I can drive up Friday afternoon and just make fun of you, either or.

I'd like to connect on a ride Saturday if possible also. I live close enough to get there early or whatever. Let me know if I can help out in any way.

[AZST]

Anyone know if Angeles Crest goes all the way through yet?

Byron, Byron, anyone, anyone.

--Bryan
04ST1300A
:04biker:

[dmulk]

I know I am late to the game but I'd like to participate as much as my schedule can allow. I can drive up Friday afternoon and help set up if you need ... or I can drive up Friday afternoon and just make fun of you, either or.

I'd like to connect on a ride Saturday if possible also. I live close enough to get there early or whatever. Let me know if I can help out in any way.


Thanks for the offer Capt! I'll let you know if I need anything. I think it's mostly handled though...so just bring yourself.

Also....did you want me to bring the spencer's seat that weekend for you to test? I loaned it to Islandcopp but I think he is planning to attend and can probably bring it up with him.


Please make sure to post your attendance by following the instructions in Post#1 of this thread. I want to make sure I have an accurate head count for the food for Saturday afternoon BBQ.

Thanks,

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[dmulk]

Anyone know if Angeles Crest goes all the way through yet?

Byron, Byron, anyone, anyone.

--Bryan
04ST1300A
:04biker:

Not sure. They have been talking about it around that time though...we'll need an update from Byron or another local.

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[Capt_Gruuvy]

I have a Corbin seat that came with the bike when I bought it. I will put that on here soon and try that out first. If that works then everything is good. If I don't like that then I'll take up the offer on the Spencer seat.

I'm hoping to see a decent quantity of Farkled STs to get some ideas from.

I'll post my attendance as requested.

[dmulk]

Capt,

You'll definitely see some great examples of "Farkleidity". :)

Glad you can make it!

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[AzDesertRider]

Anyone know if Angeles Crest goes all the way through yet?

Byron, Byron, anyone, anyone.

--Bryan
04ST1300A
:04biker:


If so, I'd make that run with ya, Bryan. All these years of SoCal riding w/o running the Crest... just don't seem right.

[AZST]

If so, I'd make that run with ya, Bryan. All these years of SoCal riding w/o running the Crest... just don't seem right.

Alright Bob, I just took my name off of the "maybe" list. Barring some unforseen event, looks like I will be attending my first CreSTOC.

--Bryan
04ST1300A
:04biker:

[Svl-1300]

Thanks for the offer Capt! I'll let you know if I need anything. I think it's mostly handled though...so just bring yourself.

Also....did you want me to bring the spencer's seat that weekend for you to test? I loaned it to Islandcopp but I think he is planning to attend and can probably bring it up with him.


Please make sure to post your attendance by following the instructions in Post#1 of this thread. I want to make sure I have an accurate head count for the food for Saturday afternoon BBQ.

Thanks,

<D>

Capt,

I have a spencerized seat and I''ll be there on Sat. I live out in Spring Valley Lake if you want you check it out any time. Maybe well can hook up for the run out to CreSTOC.

Dmulk,

I'm also off on Fri if you need help.

Bill

[dmulk]

Dmulk,

I'm also off on Fri if you need help.

Bill


Thanks Bill, I'll let you know!!

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[SoloTotoCoyote]

:woo .......less than 2 weeks till CreSToc!!!!! :woo

[dmulk]

Which is worth mentioning.....

I'd like to ask everyone that is "on the fence" to update their attendance. I just ordered the food yesterday and my girl is probably going to go shopping for it on Thursday of next week.

I'd hate to run out of food.

Also, I have two large coolers. One will be filled with Coke and Sprite. The other will be filled with Coors Lite and MGD full strength. If you want something else.....plan on picking it up at Goodwins or the 7/11 right down the street from my place.

And... on a final note: SolototoCoyote will be running the raffle at the event. Basically, write your name and drop it in his helmet.

I'm sure Dana and Fred will be the "photo journalists" of the group.... :)

I'll be out of pocket until Tuesday, so if you PM me I might be slow to respond.

See you all soon!!


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[SoloTotoCoyote]

And... on a final note: SolototoCoyote will be running the raffle at the event. Basically, write your name and drop it in his helmet.<D>


In the name of safety.........I would prefer that you wait till my head is out of said helmet before inserting names. :D

[AzDesertRider]

Which is worth mentioning.....

I'd like to ask everyone that is "on the fence" to update their attendance.



<D>


Hi Dan,

I just updated my "attendance" to reflect that I will not be bringing a guest. Looks like I got moved to the bottom of the list now... but I'm still gonna be there.

[dmulk]

Hi Dan,

I just updated my "attendance" to reflect that I will not be bringing a guest. Looks like I got moved to the bottom of the list now... but I'm still gonna be there.

You're top on my list.... :)

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[Finewest]

Hi Dan,

I just updated my "attendance" to reflect that I will not be bringing a guest. Looks like I got moved to the bottom of the list now... but I'm still gonna be there.

Woo Hoo! Really looking forward to seeing you again Bob! How you fixed up for motels, or whatever? :hotpepper

[AzDesertRider]

Woo Hoo! Really looking forward to seeing you again Bob! How you fixed up for motels, or whatever? :hotpepper


Hi Fred,

I will be camping, just down the hill from Dan's place.

[STony G]

So here it is 1 week before CreSToc and it is 32 degs and :snow1: in Big Bear. I'm thinking, because the western US riders did not attend Moonshine, Terry and his crew have sent Monnshine weather to us so we would know what they deal with...thanks Terry ;), you truly a giver :D .

[dteel]

That's ok, it missed us by a week! <maintaining positive thoughts no matter what>

We are going to have such a good time!

[dmulk]

So here it is 1 week before CreSToc and it is 32 degs and :snow1: in Big Bear. I'm thinking, because the western US riders did not attend Moonshine, Terry and his crew have sent Monnshine weather to us so we would know what they deal with...thanks Terry ;), you truly a giver :D .

Yeah....it's just the storm. I paid the weather bill....looks sunny and ~75F all weekend for our event!

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[Barnyard]

I will check on this with a cal trans local who told me it was going to open up this summer.

Sure hope so, that will be neat.

[SoloTotoCoyote]

:woo ............CreSToc in only 7 days.





Sorry.......it's very boring at work right now.

[dmulk]

Alright people!! I need you to make sure your attendance is up to date. My assistant will be grabbing some of the non-perishables on Thursday evening:

http://www.st-owners.com/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&c=1&day=2008-5-30


Please make sure your guest count is accurate!!


See you all in a few days.....and....


LET THE SUMMER RIDING SEASON BEGIN!!!!!


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[dteel]

Ready to rock and roll Dan. Looking forward to visiting and riding with you.

See you Friday afternoon sometime, I expect to leave El Cajon about 1pm.

[dmulk]

Ready to rock and roll Dan. Looking forward to visiting and riding with you.

See you Friday afternoon sometime, I expect to leave El Cajon about 1pm.


Sounds good, Dana.

Thinking about having dinner at the Round Table Pizza on Friday..... so if you are in town on Friday, I was thinking dinner about 7pm?

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[dmr139]

So where are we meeting up in the morning and at what time (for the ride?)

-DR

[dmulk]

So where are we meeting up in the morning and at what time (for the ride?)

-DR


Saturday Morning is the main ride...I'm thinking Breakfast at 7am at The Loose Caboose....then leave the Loose Caboose at 8:30am for the main ride.


Sound good to everyone?

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[SoloTotoCoyote]

Sound good to everyone?

Not to me.........but that's because I have to work. :D

[azlife4me]

Good plans!. I won't be leaving the Phoenix area until Saturday morning so I will meet up with you guys at your place around 4:00PM on Saturday.

[FastLane Jammin]

My brother and I are departing Sierra Vista AZ on Wednesday to take a leisurely 2-day ride to Crestline. No computer access to this site thereafter.

We'll be checking in between 3-6pm Thursday at Camp Switzerland (in a cabin). Anyone in the area overnight Thursday that would like to link up somewhere in Crestline on Thursday night for dinner (around 7-7:30pm), and perhaps go riding all day Friday, give me a call on my cell at 520-456-5098 or stop by Camp Switzerland and ask for Steve Paladini. Thanks.

[dmulk]

My brother and I are departing Sierra Vista AZ on Wednesday to take a leisurely 2-day ride to Crestline. No computer access to this site thereafter.

We'll be checking in between 3-6pm Thursday at Camp Switzerland (in a cabin). Anyone in the area overnight Thursday that would like to link up somewhere in Crestline on Thursday night for dinner (around 7-7:30pm), and perhaps go riding all day Friday, give me a call on my cell at 520-456-5098 or stop by Camp Switzerland and ask for Steve Paladini. Thanks.


Steve,

Ride safe!

I'm not sure if I will be able to make it up to my place until pretty late on Thursday evening, but if I make it there by that time, I'll give you a ring on your cell. Mine's posted in the first post so make sure you have it programmed in and don't hesitate to call me if you get lost / need some help.

<D>

[dmulk]

http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?p=460758#post460758



:D


<D>

[dteel]

Scary Dan, why did you do it?

[Svl-1300]

Saturday Morning is the main ride...I'm thinking Breakfast at 7am at The Loose Caboose....then leave the Loose Caboose at 8:30am for the main ride.


Sound good to everyone?

<D>

Sounds good. Were is the Loose Caboose in town?

Bill

[dmulk]

The Loose Caboose - Crestline - 338-6221
23420 Crest Forest Dr. in Crestline
Family style restaurant.


Here you go! Great breakfast and plenty of seating!

<D>

[dmulk]

Scary Dan, why did you do it?

Well....he's our "local star"....so why not? :)

<D>

[dmulk]

Hmmm.... I should probably get my ST back together tonight.....it's in the garage in pieces...... :)

<D>

[Finewest]

Well....he's our "local star"....so why not? :)

<D>

Somebody's cruisin' for a bruisin'...:crackup

[dmulk]

Somebody's cruisin' for a bruisin'...:crackup


:D!!!!

[dmulk]

Hmmm... I just realized something.....I'm going to need to carry 50 shirts.....oh wait.... I'll send them with the food person....never mind...

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[dteel]

I think the event disorganizer is staring to get a bit frazzled.

[dmulk]

In all honesty, I know this event is going to run it's self. I'm sure there will be plenty of people pitching in at the BBQ to keep things clean and organized and everyone will have a good time!!

....yeah...little stressed last night putting the ST back together though....today is the official "No Changes to bike, 2 Weeks" until launch for my WeSTOC trip too....so the bike had to be finished for this weekend's shake down ride. :)

See you all soon!!!

<D>

[dmulk]

T-Shirts are here!!

<D>

[SoloTotoCoyote]

T-Shirts are here!!

<D>

.......:woo

[dmulk]

So I'm checking the shirts out and they look good....BUT....instead of the CreSTOC 08 small on the front left breast, he left it full size and it's dead center. Not a big deal....more promotion for the event...just not as elegant as I would have liked.

Either way, they look good.

And they are free....so Don't complain!.... :)

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[Finewest]

T-Shirts are here!!

<D>

http://www.lengfeld.de/minis/funnybilder/simpsons%20-%20homer%20woo%20hoo%20(1).gif WOO HOO!

[SoloTotoCoyote]

So I'm checking the shirts out and they look good....BUT....instead of the CreSTOC 08 small on the front left breast, he left it full size and it's dead center. Not a big deal....more promotion for the event...just not as elegant as I would have liked.

Either way, they look good.

And they are free....so Don't complain!.... :)

<D>


In the words of some old famous person I don't know..... "Don't look a gift horse in the mouth."

Dang, Finewest upstaged my :woo with a better one. :D

[dmulk]

Well...I made it up tonight!!! Weather is really nice should be a nice weekend!

Having a beer, "Watching Death Proof" on the tube....

See you all soon!

<D>

[AzDesertRider]

Heading out this am, Meeting up with AZST. Route up through Joshua Tree Nat Park & Big Bear.

[dmulk]

See you soon Bob!!

<D>

[STony G]

Bobbi & I will, for sure, be there on Saturday morning, but, I'l be in the STHHR. Is there anything we can do for you while you are out having fun :( ? You have my cell if you need our help.

[dmulk]

Bobbi & I will, for sure, be there on Saturday morning, but, I'l be in the STHHR. Is there anything we can do for you while you are out having fun :( ? You have my cell if you need our help.

Hi Tony,

The door will be open.

I'll be expecting Samantha (the lady helping with food preparation) to show up late morning / early afternoon. If you can help her out, that would be great.

Otherwise, kick back, watch something on DTV, visit...enjoy the town. :)

Looking forward to catching up with you!!

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[dmulk]

Parking Update for the BBQ!!



We are going to try and keep the parking deck open at my cabin....in order to do this, I checked down the street and if you continue PAST my house to the end of the road there is a vacant house. You should be able to park there if you can't find parking under the tree at the center of the cul-de-sac in front of my place.

Thanks!

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[FastLane Jammin]

<< Stopped by the library in Big Bear to use their computer >>

Brother Vic and I will be at Round Table Pizza Friday night at 7pm. That is directly across the street from McDonald's set back about 100 ft from Lake Dr.

Been here since Thursday and looking forward to other happy faces. Met some locals and they said "Paula's Place" is a great place to eat (too small for a group of riders to all eat at once) but her 4-egg omelette this morning was awesome (for just $8.50). She serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Paula's Place is just down the street from Loose Caboose (on the west end of Crestline in the old village area); Loose Caboose looks like the consensus to meet up on Saturday morning at 7am for grits.

See anyone who can make it tonight!
Steve

[elkhntingfool]

I'll be out the door in about 15minutes. Hoping to make to to the dinner tonight. It will depend on traffic. Wish me luck on a Friday afternoon.

[dmulk]

See you all soon!! Please ride safe.

Oh...and one more thing.....the speed limit through town is 30MPH.....and I have seen our local CHP patrolling a few times today.

Cheers!
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PS: It looks like the Bowling Ally (the one that closed two years ago) seems to either be OPEN or is being worked on with the intention of re-opening.....man...I really hope that happens.... STOC bowling would be great!!

[dmulk]

PS: I'll anonounce the date of CreSTOC 2009 after we find out the dates of WeSTOC '09.

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