SEASTOC II - 2008, Nov. 7-9

[Finewest]

Count down: TO GO TILL...

:STOC: SEASTOC II :STOC:

:cf1: ST MOTORCYCLE CAMPING AT THE SALTON SEA! :cf1:

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NOVEMBER 7-9 2008
FRIDAY TO SUNDAY

4 TENT CAMP SITES HAVE BEEN RESERVED AND WILL BE FREE!
Park rules are 8 people per site, 2 cars, or 4 bikes per site's parking space.

SALTON SEA RECREATION AREA - HEADQUARTERS PARK (http://www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=639)

:hotpepper Here it is folks! The California ST Bike Camping Event for 2008! :hotpepper

The campout will be at the Park's Headquarters on the North-East Shore of the Salton Sea; Highway 111.

THE CAMPSITES ARE CALLED "NEW CAMP".
OVERFLOW CAMPING WILL BE ONE MILE SOUTH OF NEW CAMP AT MECCA BEACH CAMPGROUND.

Bring your tent! Bring your sleeping bags and sleeping pads!
Cameras! Pack your flashlights! Check your batteries!
Bone up on your campfire story telling skills!
Try your luck at cooking outdoors!
Bring the family and friends!
All are welcomed!

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FREE SATURDAY EVENING DINNER!
CARNE ASADA, GUACAMOLE, SALSA, CHIPS, AND TORTILLAS!
(Saturday's Dinner will be provided for campers only.)
DRINKS WILL BE BYO! A ICE CHEST AND SOME ICE WILL BE PROVIDED.

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO PLACE YOUR RSVP. (http://www.st-owners.com/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=185&day=2008-11-7&c=1)

The Salton Sea is one of Southern California Desert's best kept secrets! The Salton Sea is the largest lake in California! It is 125 feet below sea level! It is 25% more salty than the ocean! It is a great place for camping, boating, fishing, bird watching (it is on the bird migratory corridor), photography, and of course RIDING!

The Salton Sea is CLEAN! Don't let anyone else tell you otherwise! There are many mistaken conceptions about the Salton Sea that are all false. It doesn't smell! It is not polluted! It is not a "dead" sea! You can swim in it! You can boat in it! You can fish in it! It is full of life such as fish and birds. It is a very beautiful large body of water in the middle of a beautiful desert environment, especially at sunset! I have spent many nights there camping, exploring and photographing, and still have not seen it all!

I will be contacting the park to tell them that we are a friendly motorcycle group and will be parking our bikes there also. There are still plenty of campsites available if you wish to reserve more during the event.
Here is the online website for Reserve America where you can reserve more campsites if you'd like in this park or the other close by campgrounds such as Mecca Beach Campground:

http://209.144.27.3/forums/images/icons/tent2.gif RESERVE AMERICA - SALTON SEA (http://www.reserveamerica.com/ca/Salton_Sea_Sra/Campground/r/campgroundDetails.do?page=details&agency=CA&parkId=120079) http://209.144.27.3/forums/images/icons/tent2.gif

The campsites have tables, fire-rings and verandas for shade. Water is also available.
There are coin-op showers and clean bathrooms!
Also at the park is the Salton Sea Information - Nature Center with free WI-FI!
There is also a children's playground!

Nearby towns are Mecca and Niland, with Brawley and Indio being the closest big towns.
Plenty of stores, motels and restaurants if needed.

Nearby recreation areas is the largest park in California: The Anza Borrego Desert State Park (http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=638).
Also nearby is the Imperial Dunes Recreational Area (http://www.desertusa.com/sandhills/sandhills.html) with Glamis being its center.
If you are into Adventure Bike Riding you have the whole desert around you to try your skills!

I have included down below a few map pics from Google Earth and Microsoft's Streets and Maps.
More info forthcoming if needed.

REMINDER: This is a dry desert environment!
Dress properly! Bring hats and sun-screen!
It can also get cold at night!
DRINK PLENTY OF WATER!!!

ST1300_Alicia - The HoSTess with the MoSTess,
and I will be there Friday to greet you!

:policeST:... . . :03biker: :04biker: :biker: :06biker: :07biker: :biker: :biker:

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[SoloTotoCoyote]

Adding this to my calendar.....

[George]

I might be on bicycle, but I'll be there.

[VFR]

I think I can make this one. Putting it on the calendar now.

Larry

[ST1300 Alicia]

I'll be there! Maybe? It depends on the Drunk Drivers and their Plans!

[Finewest]

I'll be there! Maybe? It depends on the Drunk Drivers and their Plans!

I've talked to the Drunk Drivers for this Alicia and I've convinced them to give you a pass! See ya there! :D

[SoloTotoCoyote]

Do we need to rent a campsite or are the two already reserved campsites able to hold more than 1 tent each?

[Finewest]

Do we need to rent a campsite or are the two already reserved campsites able to hold more than 1 tent each?

Two may be enough. Alicia was saying she may reserve another. Last year when I talked to the ranger at the park he said we could put as many as we could fit in on the sites, which are rather spacious. The park rule is 8 people per site, meaning 8 tents, and two vehicles, but we were way over that! The ranger said it was no problem and I don't expect any changes from last year. So the answer is probably not Adam. I haven't given those guys a call yet, but I don't expect any changes.

[SoloTotoCoyote]

Two may be enough. Alicia was saying she may reserve another. Last year when I talked to the ranger at the park he said we could put as many as we could fit in on the sites, which are rather spacious. The park rule is 8 people per site, meaning 8 tents, and two vehicles, but we were way over that! The ranger said it was no problem and I don't expect any changes from last year. So the answer is probably not Adam. I haven't given those guys a call yet, but I don't expect any changes.

Thanks, sir.

[ST1300 Alicia]

I will be Reserving another Camp Site for Thursday Through Sunday for any Early Arrivals.

[Finewest]

I will be Reserving another Camp Site for Thursday Through Sunday for any Early Arrivals.

That's great Alicia!!! :bow1: :clap2: I'll update the 2008 announcement! Thank you for everybody!!! :hotpepper

[dteel]

Fred, I want to complement you on an excellent announcement! You really did a bang up job of filling it with useful information. I especially like the maps, excellent job there my friend.

I'll try to talk Vicki into joining me on this trip, it sure would be great to have her along, but I won't hold my breath. Getting time off for WeSTOC was like pulling teeth. I'm going to put this on my schedule and see what I can work out. I had a great time last year and I bet I'll have a great time this year too.

See everyone there!

[ST1100ontheroad]

Well y'all,
Since I live out there in Borrego I'll at least have to drop in and say hello and do some bench racing and chew the fat with you, just keep a camp chair handy for me!

[Finewest]

Well y'all,
Since I live out there in Borrego I'll at least have to drop in and say hello and do some bench racing and chew the fat with you, just keep a camp chair handy for me!

We got a chair with your name on it! LOL. That'll be great, especially since you are a "native" of the area! Maybe you can give some of the guys new to the area some pointers on good rides. Looking forward to meeting you! :)

[Keith R.]

This will event will be on us before you know it.

Really looking forword to seeing everyone again, and hopefully many new faces.

The camp spots are huge, able to hold many tents. I was there early and was amazed at the size of each spot.

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Hope to see you all there!

[Finewest]

Yep! Coming up! Great to hear from ya Keith! Hope you can make it!

Coming in Sept. I'll start adding more to the Event posts. I'll start calling the rangers and warning them we'll be comin' in shootin'! LOL.

Watch the SeaSTOC II forum for future information...

[George]

Phhhhfffffffffttttttttt! I have about 4 other events before this one. See y'all there. I'll bring the banner. :D

[Finewest]

Just a note to say I haven't forgotten about the event. Even though I am very busy at work and my wife and I are in the process of buying and moving to a new house I will start doing some leg-work for the event. Such as contacting the rangers at the site to let them know we are coming. I'll start getting some info for you guys to check out for local rides and sights. And best of all putting a menu together for Sat. night FREE DINNER!!! Did he say FREE!!? Sure did! But for the CAMPERS ONLY! Don't just show up around dinner time and expect to be fed; you gotta spend the night! WOO HOO! :hotpepper

[Finewest]

I just found this pic of the campsite at the Salton Sea Recreational Park... Give ya first timers for the event a view of the accommodations...

[ST1300 Alicia]

Just a follow up on SEASTOC II. There is a Campsite Reserved in the name of Alicia Brown-Docken from Thur. Nov 06 - Sun. Nov 09 for 3 Nights and All Are Welcome. If you beat me there just sign us in, it's Prepaid! This will accommodate any early arrivals. I will be there on Thursday afternoon early. Anyone who has Friday off and wants to come Thursday night is welcome. Campsites aren't available until after 14:00 hrs so the Thursday arrival covers any early Friday Campers. I will arrange with the Ranger for us to have Three Very Nice Sites together! Hope to Sea You There!

One Caveat: Drunk Drivers! The Spot is still Prepaid, Even if I Can't Make It! :tent3:

[Finewest]

That is great news Alicia! I'll be getting there on Friday morning. Be sure to get the campsites numbered:

NC46 and NC49.

Those are the nicest, shadiest, and biggest ones there. The same ones we got last year. I'll post you and the rest of the crew more information as it comes.

[dteel]

Thanks for the bump on this event Fred. I was just thinking about my camping gear and making sure it's ready to go. I think it's still in the same roll that I made when I left there last year..hehe

I just so happens that I have Friday off. I'm not sure I want to leave Thursday, but I will probably show up Friday midday. I have to see what my wife is up to and how mad she will be if I leave here for a weekend of camping and swapping lies with Fred. I'm sure she will be working, it's like she's always working... :(

Anyway, I for one am really looking forward to seeing you guys. Anyone else headed out on Friday from the SD area? Would be cool to ride together. John, when are you headed out? Any chance that Todd would join us this year?

[Finewest]

I'll be leaving Oceanside around 9am Friday morning, but I'll be driving my Rodeo SUV with all the cooking stuff and camp gear. See you guys there! WOO HOO! :hotpepper

[John_Diego]

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Would be cool to ride together. John, when are you headed out? Any chance that Todd would join us this year?[/quote]


Dana, I too will heading out on Friday. I should have a 2009 KLR, farkled and ready to go by then. Todd knows about it and said that it sounded like fun, but he hasn't committed yet.

Let's Camp, John

[dteel]

Dana, I too will heading out on Friday. I should have a 2009 KLR, farkled and ready to go by then. Todd knows about it and said that it sounded like fun, but he hasn't committed yet.

Let's Camp, John

Excellent news John, we'll have to arrange a mutual time to get together as the event date nears. Will be cool to see you riding a brand spanking new KLR. I've been known to ride with KLR's in the past so I'm not embarrassed to admit it.

See if you can get Todd to commit, I think he'd have a good time and he's always a hoot to be around.

[ST1300 Alicia]

So how many 08-09 KLR's will we have anyway. I will have the finishing touches on my 08 by then and I will be ridding it. I'm getting my TKC80's mounted this week (I had a blow out) and my Zumo 550 will be here mid week. Pelican 1550's, Givi E-52, Sargent Seat, SW-Motech Bars and Skid Plate. I just love my CD Moab Rear Shock and Progressive Springs and Gold Cartridge Emulators. Full setup of Wolfman Bags! $5660 for the bike and about $4K in Farkles. Sea You There!

[George]

Anyone else coming from Kingman?? :D

See youse guys there sometime Friday.

[dteel]

Anyone else coming from Kingman?? :D

See youse guys there sometime Friday.

Is there another ST-Owner in Kingman except STOC0004?

[George]

Dana, there's a 03 1300 in town but he never leaves the city limits, far as I can tell.

[Finewest]

Show him the true path George and set him and his ST free onto the roads! :hotpepper

[dteel]

Well, we all use our motorcycles in different ways. I suppose a lot of cyclists may think we are a fringe group that take ourselves way too seriously. Personally, I think we are biking enthusiasts with a passion for our chosen form of transportation.

I'm of the live and let live persuasion. He's on two wheels and he's doing as he wishes, that's good enough for me.

[Keith R.]

Well, just last week I was informed by my manager that I can't take any more day's off till the end of the year :(. So if im not there Friday evening I will see everyone early on Saturday.

[Finewest]

ALMOST A MONTH TO GO!
:hotpepper WOO HOO! :hotpepper

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[ST1300 Alicia]

Hey Fred, I just checked and the Drunks have revoked my Free Pass! But I'm going to come anyway, unless I'm still in jail. I don't think the Judge is going to like me telling him that "God did not die and leave his Happy A$$ In Charge, that He's an Employee of the People"! Watch the national news on October 22.

[Finewest]

Went to Walmart today to get some camping gear. I got two extra camp chairs for you guys and am looking for a couple of nice cheap BBQ's for the Carne Asada Sat. FREE DINNER! I'll be pricing meat pretty soon and getting other stuff ready!

WHOOO WEEE! I'm getting SToked!!! :hotpepper

[dteel]

Tested my gear again on the ride north with John, Dan, Geroge, Larry and Todd to mention the core group. Everything worked well. I like the camp spots better there at the Salton Sea than where we camped Friday night. The good news is that all my gear worked. Also the first time I've had 3 beers in one night since I don't know when. I know it's been years, I just can't say for sure how many. I had a great time and I know that SeaSTOC is going to be another great time. I can hardly wait!

[ST1300 Alicia]

I might not get to go after all! Site is still paid for on Thursday-Sunday, however I'm in the Hospital. Blood Clot and Infection in right leg from the accident. I hope to have a Day Pass for Court on the 22nd of October. I'll keep you updated. :mad:

[AzDesertRider]

Very Sad News, Alicia. Sure hope you get to feeling better.

[Mellow]

I might not get to go after all! Site is still paid for on Thursday-Sunday, however I'm in the Hospital. Blood Clot and Infection in right leg from the accident. I hope to have a Day Pass for Court on the 22nd of October. I'll keep you updated. :mad:

Take care.. hope you feel better very soon.

[Finewest]

OH that is bad news. Not that you may not make it (that's sad too), but that you're hurting! I so do wish you will feel and get better. Please keep us updated! Love ya! :)

[dteel]

Darn Alicia, is there just something about SeaSTOC that prevents you from getting there? I'm so sorry to hear about the complication, sure hope things get better for you soon. If you're not there, I'll hoist a beer, rootbeer or lemonaid to you at the event.

[Finewest]

OK, just got back from the stores with 15 lbs. of meat! Beef and chicken carne asada! WOO HOO! :hotpepper

Also bought two BBQ's. I will need help from one of ya to put them together at the campsites. I also will need to take over one of the campsite tables to cook all this stuff. Just a fair warning...

We will be having carne asada, grilled green onions, guacamole, salsa, corn tortillas, chips, and watermelon. I will also be bringing some cheap soda pops chilled in a ice chest with ICE!

ATTENTION!!!
The Free Sat. Night Dinner is for overnighter campers only!!!
Don't just think you can ride on in for the day and get a free munch and blow out! Another fair warning!
(But chances are you'll get some too.)

[dteel]

Darn Fred, so many restrictions.....

I guess I can stand to hang out with you guys for awhile...


:D:D:D:D

[Finewest]

Darn Fred, so many restrictions.....

I guess I can stand to hang out with you guys for awhile...


:D:D:D:D

No sweat Dana. I bought two extra pounds for you bud! :D

[AzDesertRider]

Great job Fred.

I can't haul much, but I would be glad to kick in some $$ and or labor...

See you Friday the 7th.

[Finewest]

Great job Fred.

I can't haul much, but I would be glad to kick in some $$ and or labor...

See you Friday the 7th.

Thanks Bob! Your heart is bigger then your big tummy! Like mine! LOL. OK, you're on BBQ Put-Together! I'll bring the tools! Looking forward to seeing ya again my friend! :)

[VFR]

Thanks Bob! Your heart is bigger then your big tummy! Like mine! LOL. OK, you're on BBQ Put-Together! I'll bring the tools! Looking forward to seeing ya again my friend! :)


Bringing your official Snap-Off tool kit are ya Fred?? :D Don't forget the torque specs for the fasteners. Byron will have a keen eye on that.....

Just kidding, of course. Maybe I'll try to fit a couple of red bell peppers & an onion in my bag for ya..

[Finewest]

...Maybe I'll try to fit a couple of red bell peppers & an onion in my bag for ya..

No need Larry. I'll be bringing my truck with all the stuff. Of course if you want to for yourself...

[dteel]

The biggest thing I'm bringing will be my appetite...hehe

All we have to do is not forget about Rick's BBQ this coming weekend first. I haven't a clue what I'm going to pitch in for that affair.

My weekend calendar is getting pretty crowded.

Looking forward to this one though. I'm still trying to convince Vicki to at least put in a cameo appearance.

[BlueByU]

I have some question about way we R camping.I see it has Restrooms how about showers?And If I arrive on Friday I'm responable for the following meals Friday dinner,Sat BK & Lunch & Sunday BK. Just want to know what to be bring.Looking forward to meeting everyone I think.:D

[Finewest]

I have some question about way we R camping.I see it has Restrooms how about showers?And If I arrive on Friday I'm responable for the following meals Friday dinner,Sat BK & Lunch & Sunday BK. Just want to know what to be bring.Looking forward to meeting everyone I think.:D

Bob, there are coin-op showers there. As for food you are basically on your own, except for Sat. night dinner which I am providing for free. SeaSTOC is a chance for new and old ST'ers to hone their camping skills with their bikes. If you need help and advice on what to bring when you go camping with your bike then I recommend you check on the forum for camping tips. There are plenty! Mellow and others are very much into camping with their bikes so they have lots of advice on how to do it and what to bring. There are also other bike camping forums on the Net you may be interested in. I can't right now think of one, but I know Mellow and others know about them and can direct you to them.

But! Don't fret! A small town near the campground is right down the road and has plenty of grub and other stuff for you if needed. The town is called Mecca!

Post more questions if you need to and we'll jump in on them! Looking forward to seeing you there!

[George]

motocampers.com is also run by Mellow, all camp and dirt and adventure riding. Lots of info there.

[BlueByU]

I'm all over M/C camping been doing it for years.I also know of great Southwest Mex Restaurtant in Palm Springs call Blue Coyote.But being were having that on Sat. Nite I'll do something different.Is it OK to bring a NON ST owner along if NOT I won"t tell him I"m going M/C camping.:D He's rides on the really Darkside he's a WINGER.:p:Maybe I'll get to sign that Banner of George's too.

[Finewest]

I'm all over M/C camping been doing it for years.I also know of great Southwest Mex Restaurtant in Palm Springs call Blue Coyote.But being were having that on Sat. Nite I'll do something different.Is it OK to bring a NON ST owner along if NOT I won"t tell him I"m going M/C camping.:D He's rides on the really Darkside he's a WINGER.:p:Maybe I'll get to sign that Banner of George's too.

All bikes are welcomed! ...except WINGS!!! Naw! Just kiddin' of course. Be sure to RSVP in the Event's calendar for yourself and any guests that are staying overnight. I need this info for food planning. Only overnight campers will be fed!

The link to the Event's calendar for RSVP is on the first post of this thread.

[Finewest]

I just checked the online Reserve America campsite reservation and found that all the campsites for our dates are reserved. I know three of them are ours for sure. I hope the rest were reserved by you guys... I'm just worried we won't get those nice shady campsites, but that's my nature I'm afraid. We'll be fine I'm sure. I'll just kick out whoever is there that is not with our group! LOL! :D

[George]

I'm all over M/C camping been doing it for years.I also know of great Southwest Mex Restaurtant in Palm Springs call Blue Coyote.But being were having that on Sat. Nite I'll do something different.Is it OK to bring a NON ST owner along if NOT I won"t tell him I"m going M/C camping.:D He's rides on the really Darkside he's a WINGER.:p:Maybe I'll get to sign that Banner of George's too.

Not my banner. It's Fred's. I just happn to have it for a couple past events. I'll bring it to SeaSTOC and pass it back to him. :D

[Finewest]

Not my banner. It's Fred's. I just happn to have it for a couple past events. I'll bring it to SeaSTOC and pass it back to him. :D

Not mine! Belongs to the members of ST-Owners.com! Nice of George to carry it to events that I was unable to attend. It will be passed on to the next one carried by.... WHO KNOWS!!? LOL! :D

[John_Diego]

I just checked the online Reserve America campsite reservation and found that all the campsites for our dates are reserved. I know three of them are ours for sure. I hope the rest were reserved by you guys... I'm just worried we won't get those nice shady campsites, but that's my nature I'm afraid. We'll be fine I'm sure. I'll just kick out whoever is there that is not with our group! LOL! :D


Fred, I thought you reserved the same sites as last year?

Can't believe they are full, last year it was only about 20%. The news that the ST riders are going to be there must have leaked out. Everybody wants to come and watch. Hope you are bringing A LOT of food for Sat dinner.

See You There, John

[Finewest]

Fred, I thought you reserved the same sites as last year?

Can't believe they are full, last year it was only about 20%. The news that the ST riders are going to be there must have leaked out. Everybody wants to come and watch. Hope you are bringing A LOT of food for Sat dinner.

See You There, John

The campground is a first come first serve. You can reserve the dates, but not the campsites. I hope when I get there on Friday morning I can grab the ones we like and set up some stuff on the three we want. We'll see. ST_Alicia reserve dates for a campsite starting Thursday. I was hoping one of you guys will get there Thursday and grab the ones we like since Alicia is more than likely not coming due to illness. Bless her!

As for the food I bought 15 lbs. of meat. I planned on 1/3 lb. per person. When it runs out and somebody doesn't get fed, oh well. But don't fret after my wife Terri, I, Dana and you get fed the rest do! LOL.

[BlueByU]

Fred do U really need somebody to stake a claim to the sites on Thrusday.If I could how would I know which one U had last year.Do U have the site # from last year?And how would someone keep enough stuff on each site so nobody would take it? Just thinking out loud.

[John_Diego]

Fred,

Dana, SDGeorge, & I are leaving Fri AM. (So are you, I think) The check in time is 2:00pm we will be there before that, I would think. I know where last years spots are, but didn't we have 2, where would the 3rd 1 be? We have 3 reserved? Under who's names?

Give me a call, we will do are best to get the sites!

Let's Camp, John

[Finewest]

Fred,

Dana, SDGeorge, & I are leaving Fri AM. (So are you, I think) The check in time is 2:00pm we will be there before that, I would think. I know where last years spots are, but didn't we have 2, where would the 3rd 1 be? We have 3 reserved? Under who's names?

Give me a call, we will do are best to get the sites!

Let's Camp, John

Yes, three site dates have been reserved. If you get there before me picked the ones we had last time and the third one reserved by ST_Alicia (check for her name on the forum and me Fred Adams, I reserved two) should hopefully be next to those. Grab 'em and put stuff there to hold them! See ya there!

[ST1300 Alicia]

I'm not in jail and the kid is! He got 7 years and 4 months! I'll have my act together and I'll be there on Thursday. I think it will work out this year. :tent3:

[George]

I'm not in jail and the kid is! He got 7 years and 4 months! I'll have my act together and I'll be there on Thursday. I think it will work out this year. :tent3:

Woo-Hoo! I get to meet Alicia! :D

Are you limping?

[John_Diego]

Yes, three site dates have been reserved. If you get there before me picked the ones we had last time and the third one reserved by ST_Alicia (check for her name on the forum and me Fred Adams, I reserved two) should hopefully be next to those. Grab 'em and put stuff there to hold them! See ya there!


If you pay for them they are yours, right? You don't have leave something in the site to claim?

John

[John_Diego]

I'm not in jail and the kid is! He got 7 years and 4 months! I'll have my act together and I'll be there on Thursday. I think it will work out this year. :tent3:

Alicia,

Glad you can make it! 7 yrs + 4 months doesn't seem like enough.

I'm glad you are alive and can still ride!

See you at SeaSToc, John

[Finewest]

Alicia! That is very good news! And it sounds like you are well? I hope so. I am glad you recieved some measure of justice, but no amount of jail time will give you back what you lost.

John... Again, you can reserve dates at the park, but not specific sites. Let's say there are 5 tent campsites, we reserve three of them for those dates, not specific sites, but dates. We get there. Somebody else who reserved the same dates are in the sites we like best, so we have to take what's left. They get two, we get three... whichever ones are left over. Or visa-versa...

Hopefully the rangers will tell folks who just show up out of the blue who didn't reserve those dates that these sites with those dates are reserved and turned them away. So with Alicia getting there on Thursday, or anyone else in our group, and the sites we like are not taken then they will grab them, put stuff on the ones we want so if someone else who reserved those same dates show up they will have to pick what's left over. I hope that is clear? Whew! My head hurts! LOL.

I also want to again state that I will need one of the site's camp tables to do all the cooking and settings. So when I show up and you got stuff all over the table I'll be asking ya to move it so I can set up for Sat. night's free dinner. Thanks guys! Is that rude? Do you want to eat? SO MOVE IT!!! :crackup

[dteel]

Wow Fred, you have such a way with words...hehe

We all appreciate what you're doing to organize this event and no rudeness necessary, we'll happily vacate in order to get a free meal. :D

[Finewest]

Wow Fred, you have such a way with words...hehe

We all appreciate what you're doing to organize this event and no rudeness necessary, we'll happily vacate in order to get a free meal. :D

That's because you'll be first in lline Dana! LOL! :crackup BTW... I'm going to need a second hand on the second BBQ I'll be bringing. Are you up for it?

See ya there... And see ya at Rick's this Sat.! :)

[VFR]

Fred, I can go over on Thursday and I'll try to get into the sites you wanted. Looks like the place is very popular this year.

[dteel]

That's because you'll be first in lline Dana! LOL! :crackup BTW... I'm going to need a second hand on the second BBQ I'll be bringing. Are you up for it?

See ya there... And see ya at Rick's this Sat.! :)

Fred, you know I'll be happy to lend a hand with whatever preparations are necessary; all you have to do is let me know how I can help. When I'm not busy giving you a hand, I expect to be getting some pictures. I've been lax at my last few events and I want to correct that.

[Finewest]

Fred, you know I'll be happy to lend a hand with whatever preparations are necessary; all you have to do is let me know how I can help. When I'm not busy giving you a hand, I expect to be getting some pictures. I've been lax at my last few events and I want to correct that.

That's great! Then you are now officially the second ST Cook! Bring your chef hat and "Kiss the Cook" apron! LOL. :)

[ST1300 Alicia]

I'll be there on Thursday and I have the site numbers that Fred posted. If there appears to be a problem holding them for Friday, I'll just pay for Thursday (2 Sites) and we will be all set. After all I've (We've) been through this last year, this will be the Least of My (Our) Problems. So Gang, Lets Party!

[Finewest]

I'll be there on Thursday and I have the site numbers that Fred posted. If there appears to be a problem holding them for Friday, I'll just pay for Thursday (2 Sites) and we will be all set. After all I've (We've) been through this last year, this will be the Least of My (Our) Problems. So Gang, Lets Party!

Thank you very much Alicia! Paying for the dates will not be enough though. Once you get grab the sites we like place some stuff on the tables, or setup a tent, or something showing anyone else showing up that they are taken.

I NOMINATE ST1300_ALICIA FOR MEMBER OF THE MONTH!!! :bow1:

[ST1300 Alicia]

Thats a given Fred! I know how to lay claim to a site, trust me. Besides, at most of the other state parks once the site has been paid for will give you a sticker for the post and they will list that site as occupied. We'll be just fine! Were gonna have a really great time.

[Finewest]

Thats a given Fred! I know how to lay claim to a site, trust me. Besides, at most of the other state parks once the site has been paid for will give you a sticker for the post and they will list that site as occupied. We'll be just fine! Were gonna have a really great time.

Thanks Alicia! See you there with bells on! :D

[AzDesertRider]

Thanks Alicia! See you there with bells on! :D

awww Fred, are you really wearing the bells again? :D

[ST1300 Alicia]

You should see him when he takes his Bells off!

[Finewest]

Ringing my ding-a-ling! :crackup

[Finewest]

SEE THREAD in the SEASTOC forum: "Very Important News - Please read".

Thank you!

[Finewest]

Well I fixed the crowd-camping issues. We are a go now!

Next year I think we are going to go back to the basics as this one has gotten a bit big! Next year we'll just do good 'ol fashion bike camping. I'll bring my bike and camp setup and you bring yours. That's what is suppose to be about; how to camp with your ST. Sounds good! :hotpepper

[John_Diego]

Well I fixed the crowd-camping issues. We are a go now!

Next year I think we are going to go back to the basics as this one has gotten a bit big! Next year we'll just do good 'ol fashion bike camping. I'll bring my bike and camp setup and you bring yours. That's what is suppose to be about; how to camp with your ST. Sounds good! :hotpepper

Fred, does that mean you are actually going ride your ST to one of your events?

John

[dteel]

LOL, John, you shouldn't tease Fred, after all that's my job!

Have any of you seen those bumper stickers that say Fred 08? What's up with that? Fred is there something you haven't been telling us?

As for Fred riding Veronica to an actual ST event. Why I've seen Veronica at Apple Country at least once!

I still think Fred should start playing tag here in SoCal, it's the perfect ST-Owners.com event for him. Give him an opportunity to show off his photographic talent and show us some of those little known spots that he's so famous for posting pictures of. Alas..., he's shown no interest.

[John_Diego]

LOL, John, you shouldn't tease Fred, after all that's my job!

Have any of you seen those bumper stickers that say Fred 08? What's up with that? Fred is there something you haven't been telling us?

As for Fred riding Veronica to an actual ST event. Why I've seen Veronica at Apple Country at least once!

I still think Fred should start playing tag here in SoCal, it's the perfect ST-Owners.com event for him. Give him an opportunity to show off his photographic talent and show us some of those little known spots that he's so famous for posting pictures of. Alas..., he's shown no interest.


I've offen thought my next tag spot would be Fred's driveway, then he'd have to play!

John

[Finewest]

I've offen thought my next tag spot would be Fred's driveway, then he'd have to play!

John

I don't play well with others as you have seen! LOL! :D

[Finewest]

Here's a closer Goggle Earth view of the campsites we have reserved at New Camp.

http://www.st-owners.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=415&pictureid=4342

[John_Diego]

I don't play well with others as you have seen! LOL! :D


That's the point Fred. I know you don't like riding in a group. This game can be played all by yourself.

I thought it was a dumb idea at first, but it is fun to find the places the other riders have found. Getting the tag is the best part, you get to RIDE.

Give it a try, John

[Finewest]

That's the point Fred. I know you don't like riding in a group. This game can be played all by yourself.

I thought it was a dumb idea at first, but it is fun to find the places the other riders have found. Getting the tag is the best part, you get to RIDE.

Give it a try, John

You'll have to explain it to me around the campfire. Does it also involve grub? :D

[George]

I've just reserved a fourth, see ya there in two weeks.

[George]

Fred, I've just reserved a forth spot, hope it's in the right place. We'll all get together regardless. Three nights, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.

See y'all there.

[Finewest]

Fred, I've just reserved a forth spot, hope it's in the right place. We'll all get together regardless. Three nights, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.

See y'all there.

As stated in the previous posts George we have already reserved 4 reservations. Yours is the fifth. The ranger is aware of the sites we want and will taped them off as reserved for us. Thanks George; your reservation is good insurance! :clap2:

[dteel]

Wow, they don't have all that many sites, it's beginning to look like we have the entire east side of the camp grounds reserved for SeaSTOC! I'm looking forward to this event, thanks to all that have helped to make it such a good event! :D:D:D

:toot1:Only 11 days to go and I'll be sitting around the camp fire shooting the breeze with my fellow ST riders.

[George]

Their 2 vehicle, 8 people rule is silly, especially since a trailer is considered one of the vehicles. No reason to restrict tent sites and motorcycles that way. Sounds like a prophylactic defensive move to me. Ya can't have a riot if ya don't have a crowd. :D

Okay, 5 sites reserved, that should handle it. 3 nights cost me $53, cheaper than one night in a motel. Anyone else staying Sunday night?

[BlueByU]

So if I get there on Thursday.I will get ONE GOOD NITES SLEEP.:D:D:D
Oh what nite R the dancing girls coming???????:wave1: :)

[Finewest]

I also will be there Thursday evening. One of the reservations I made also starts Thursday. We'll take over the place! WOO HOO! :hotpepper

Dancin' Gals are BYO! LOL! :crackup

[Finewest]

SOMETHING TO DO!

Found a few older photos of the bizarre nuclear blast section of a town on the Salton Sea called Bombay Beach; about 15-20 miles south from camp. It seems that this one time booming retiree community next to lake had a dike, or something flood part of the town and it was left to rot. Some great photography by some great photographers been through here; particularly the B&W work.

Anyway, could be a nifty stop for you camera buffs, early evening would be pretty good light, etc.

[rickj]

Fred,

I'm going to try to make it Saturday, but will probably not be able to camp over. I'm thinking about taking the new DS bike and trying it out off the pavement. I've got a few things to do to before it's ready though, like a new tire!

I'll most likely you youse on Saturday.

Rick

[Finewest]

:hotpepper ONE WEEK TO GO! :hotpepper
Count down:

[VFR]

So where do we order T Shirts???? Who's the band gonna be??? It's gettin' close - gotta start thinking about these things.........

I remember Bombay Beach from a realllly loooonnnnng time ago. Good Grief!!!!

[805gregg]

How about a thread that lists the attendees. I'm going to try and make this. I love moto camping.

[Mellow]

How about a thread that lists the attendees

http://www.st-owners.com/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=185&day=2008-11-7&c=1

[Finewest]

Got my list and countin' it twice!

OK! Got all the stuff and I'm a go. Just waiting for the few days to pass and start packing! I'll be getting there on Thursday hopefully around 2-3pm (check-in is 2pm) to grab a space and setup for Sat's dinner. Setup tent for wifey Terri who'll be coming in on Sat. Daylight savings time expired today so it'll start getting dark sooner.

I guess Friday I'll grab some cheap Mex. breakfast and go down the road looking for some photos. You guys arriving on Friday I should be back in camp around noon-ish, and there should be some other folks hanging around camp, if they don't go for a ride! And I bet they will! The whole desert is open and roads clear and smooth.

I'm getting stoked! :hotpepper

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2086/2162772777_bd8c701ab8_b.jpg

[VFR]

I just checked the weather. Looks like high 80s/low 50s for the weekend. This means I'm packin' the light bag.:D

[Tubebender]

Fred,

After my plans changed 6 times this weekend (wife and oldest son making up their minds), I can say I'll be there on Sat. I'll be taking my wife on a leisurely 200 mile sightseeing tour to get there, so see you then!

Carl

[Finewest]

Fred,

After my plans changed 6 times this weekend (wife and oldest son making up their minds), I can say I'll be there on Sat. I'll be taking my wife on a leisurely 200 mile sightseeing tour to get there, so see you then!

Carl

So you won't be staying the night Carl? Some of the guys might take off on Sat. for a ride and be back for the camper's BBQ.

[805gregg]

http://www.st-owners.com/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=185&day=2008-11-7&c=1

Thanks Joe. The weather looks X-celent, 87 day 59 night. I've found some nearby attractions: in Niland, Salvation Mount, Slab City also Bombay Beach, geothermal mud guysers, Anza Borego state park headquarters and of course the date palms of Mecca, with the dates and date shakes. Looks like a great weekend, and my wife won't dare touch my keys.

[Finewest]

NWS - MECCA, CA

Friday...Sunny. Highs 84 to 89.

Friday Night...Mostly clear. Lows 49 to 59.

Saturday...Mostly sunny. Highs around 86.

Saturday Night...Mostly clear. Lows 55 to 65.

Sunday...Mostly sunny. Highs 82 to 87.

...And everybody here knows how much I like the heat! :mad::rolleyes::D Fairly cool nights though... Bring a warm sweater!

[Mark]

And bug repellent!
:)

School is keeping Jack and me busy... and we're keeping Chris busy; so, none of us can make it this year...

Post up the pictures!
:)

Mark

[Finewest]

There is a thread of STUFF TO DO from last year's SeaSTOC... You might find something interesting in the you liked to visit...

THINGS TO DO! PLACES TO SEE! (http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27304)

[Finewest]

And bug repellent!
:)

School is keeping Jack and me busy... and we're keeping Chris busy; so, none of us can make it this year...

Post up the pictures!
:)

Mark

I'm sorry to hear that Mark, but understand. I was looking forward to seeing you again and how big your son has gotten! LOL. Next year? I'll post some shots for sure! Say hi to your wife from me and Terri!

I don't remember any bugs, but butterflys! LOL.

[Mark]

Jack is working on being taller than Dad (I don't want to know so I don't let him stand that close any more! :rolleyes:).

I'll tell them you and Terri say hello...

Next year sounds good from here! :) I'll be done with school and work; but, I have no idea where in the hospital I'll be or what type of schedule I'll be working...

Ride safe!
(well drive if you have too!)

Mark

[Finewest]

That'll be great! Next year I am determined to bring my own bike! Geez! Just a ST campout and races down to Mecca for breakfast burritos!

[Finewest]

WOW! I was just checking the RSVP's and it looks like a WESTOC crowd! OK! We are very pleased you guys are coming and it is going to fun jabbering and riding and shooting the bull with ya!

I again don't want to be the downer, but need to remind you that the FREE SAT. NIGHT DINNER is for overnight camper's only. Also parking may be an issue with the rangers so check with the event hosts in this regard if parking becomes a overflow issue. We may have a overflow parking area set up for you. Any overflow camper's will be directed to Mecca Beach Campground one mile south of New Camp campground.

We are looking forward to seeing you there! Please ride safely and dress accordingly to the desert environment. DRINK LOTS OF WATER!

SEE YA THERE, or BE SQUARE!

[Tubebender]

We are staying the night, but becasue I can't leave till Sat morning, we are going to ride up to Idylwild, head down to Banning, then ride through Joshua Tree.
I'm still trying to figure out how to pack for two with such limited space. An extra sleeping bag and mat really take up a lot of room!

Carl

[Finewest]

We are staying the night, but becasue I can't leave till Sat morning, we are going to ride up to Idylwild, head down to Banning, then ride through Joshua Tree.
I'm still trying to figure out how to pack for two with such limited space. An extra sleeping bag and mat really take up a lot of room!

Carl

That's great Carl! Looking forward to seeing you and meeting your wife. Mine, Terri, will be showing up Sat. afternoon.

Packing the bike for a camp out is challanging, even with all the room the ST offers. Picking the right gear, small and light, is often the key. You'll be meeting a lot of hard-core bike campers this weekend and you'll be able to see how they do their gear. They can get very inventive to say the least! LOL.

See ya Sat.!

[VFR]

Just a thought here.... Since both of you live in Oceanside, perhaps Carl could drop off what doesn't fit on his bike & your wife could bring it down Sat. The logistics may not work but perhaps that is an option.

Another purpose of this is to look at other campers to see how they pack their gear.

[Finewest]

Just a thought here.... Since both of you live in Oceanside, perhaps Carl could drop off what doesn't fit on his bike & your wife could bring it down Sat. The logistics may not work but perhaps that is an option.

Another purpose of this is to look at other campers to see how they pack their gear.

SeaSTOC is intended to be a "Bike Camping" event. I just happen to offer one night's dinner; the rest is up to you. My wife is going to be too busy running around last minute and loading for Sat. night's dinner to offer any help I'm afraid.

Those of you new to the bike camping, or camping for that matter, experience will have lots of help and advice from the other experienced camping guys. That's the beauty of this type of event; not only do you get to jabber and ride with fellow ST'ers, but learn a thang or two too!

I'm done with getting my SUV's oil changed, tires rotated and aired, battery checked, etc. and my ride's a go!

Just need to get some ice and snacks in the morning and I'm outta here!

[Finewest]

I got two cheap Wally-mart BBQ's with wheels! Wonder if they will have the high-speed wobble!? I know there is heat issue no matter what they tell me! They are in boxes with instructions...

So... I'll need a TechSTOC to put them together! BYROOOOOOOOONNNNN!!! :crackup

[Byron]

Fred,

Slow down and take a deep breath. Think back on the lessons you have learned. You have the knowledge, you have the tools, I have the faith and know you can do it! :D

Besides, George and I will both have our Penny Stoves with us. It just may take a little longer to cook things. :crackup

[George]

Maybe I'll bring a screw gun. Make short work of putting the bbq's together.

[Finewest]

Maybe I'll bring a screw gun. Make short work of putting the bbq's together.

I don't want you to load yourself down George, but thanxs! I'm bringing my tool box and should have enuff muscle power to do it, but if you want to jump in... Hey! Here's a screwdriver! ...Something to do on a Friday, or Sat...?

BTW! CAMPSITE 46 IS DESIGNATED FOR BBQ AND CARS!

[George]

I don't want you to load yourself down George, but thanxs! I'm bringing my tool box and should have enuff muscle power to do it, but if you want to jump in... Hey! Here's a screwdriver! ...Something to do on a Friday, or Sat...?

BTW! CAMPSITE 46 IS DESIGNATED FOR BBQ AND CARS!

I'm gonna be so loaded down...

The Yam aint' ready to go yet, still gotta devise a wind screen of some sort. Also, the battery is dead-dead-dead. Bike doesn't need it to run but am I gonna damage any of the lighting, voltage regulator??

[Finewest]

I'm gonna be so loaded down...

The Yam aint' ready to go yet, still gotta devise a wind screen of some sort. Also, the battery is dead-dead-dead. Bike doesn't need it to run but am I gonna damage any of the lighting, voltage regulator??

Sounds like a question for a Yamaha Technical Forum! LOL :crackup

[dmulk]

Fred,

Are you planning to assemble the BBQs at SeaSTOC?

<D>

[Finewest]

Fred,

Are you planning to assemble the BBQs at SeaSTOC?

<D>

Yeah... You should dig the logic here Dan. Like your cheap tent for Westoc Seattle I just bought a couple of Wal-mart $19.95 standing grills. When done, toss 'em! :D

[AzDesertRider]

Purdy sure we can get them Q's up n running Fred. I'm bringing a leatherman, we're good to go. :D

[Capt_Gruuvy]

Someone may want to bring duct tape ....

I wish I was going. I'll be on the mountain at a Mens Conference.

[Finewest]

Purdy sure we can get them Q's up n running Fred. I'm bringing a leatherman, we're good to go. :D

Leatherman! It's a no-brainer! LOL

[ST1300 Alicia]

I'm back from the Grocery Store and all I have left to do is pack. I still have to throw the bike up on the lift for one last check-over. I've redone the front forks, replaced the counter shaft gear and driven gear. I put new TKC-80 tires on and let me tell you the bike is Squirrelly as He!!. I'm hoping it's just that the tires aren't scuffed in yet. I'll recheck all of the wheels and front forks. I need to dial in more preload on the rear. I sure hope I didn't leave something loose. See you guys tomorrow.
:tent3:

[George]

I'm about ready, but the new switch for the headlight is wrong-wrong-wrong! Gotta hit Auto Zone in the AM and try again. And oil the chain, not used to doing that. :D

I'll get groceries in Mecca before hitting the campground.

See youse guys there later tomorrow.

[dteel]

I'll be riding in Friday afternoon early with John Diego and SDGeorge. Planning on riding out together. Make sure you have all the best spots planned out for us. Would have to look for a spot away from everyone else if Todd was coming but I haven't heard a peep from Mean ST.

Just curious, is anyone bring a camp stove....... LOL:hat1:

[Finewest]

...Just curious, is anyone bring a camp stove....... LOL:hat1:

Why!? You don't have one!? Oh man! How you going to make your coffee in the morning? :rolleyes:

See ya on Friday! Remember, you volunteered to be the other BBQ Tong Thrasher! :D

[dmulk]

Yeah... You should dig the logic here Dan. Like your cheap tent for Westoc Seattle I just bought a couple of Wal-mart $19.95 standing grills. When done, toss 'em! :D

Absolutely!!


<D>!

[RickA]

Fred and group,

I’ll be there late Friday afternoon.

“Bringing” some cash to help pay for campsites, firewood or whatever and I’m available to help as needed.

By the way, which campsites are for the 1100 people? :)


Rick

[Finewest]

See ya there Rick!

I'm all packed up and ready to go tomorrow morning. Might even beat some of there! In a cage! AAAHHH!!! The agony! Next year I'm riding! LOL. ;)

Lights out...

[John_Diego]

I'll be riding in Friday afternoon early with John Diego and SDGeorge. Planning on riding out together. Make sure you have all the best spots planned out for us. Would have to look for a spot away from everyone else if Todd was coming but I haven't heard a peep from Mean ST.

Just curious, is anyone bring a camp stove....... LOL:hat1:


MeanST has to fly out to Mississippi on Mon. AM, he's not going to make it this time. It was a lot easier to get him to come on rides before he got a job.

I'm bringing a stove and a 8 cup coffee pot & coffee for 4 pots. And some other tasty snacks for us all to enjoy!

Let's Camp, John

[ST_Jim]

Yeah... You should dig the logic here Dan. Like your cheap tent for Westoc Seattle I just bought a couple of Wal-mart $19.95 standing grills. When done, toss 'em! :D

Nah, don't toss them...

Use the LOX method of lighting the charcoal (see http://www.columbiatribune.com/2005/Jul/20050703Comm006.asp), then return them to Wal-Mart for a refund while complaining about "cheap Chinese quality"...:D


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sab2Ltm1WcM

[BigTom]

Quote by RickA
By the way, which campsites are for the 1100 people?

George will be there today, I presume the campsites for ST1100 folk will be in the front row! Per Bob Eucher


I'll be there Friday night (Saturday morning, too) with my stove and coffee. I only travel with one cup, be warned.

[Finewest]

NWS - MECCA, CA

Today: Sunny, with a high near 82. North wind between 5 and 10 mph.

Tonight: Clear, with a low around 55. North wind between 5 and 10 mph.

Friday: Sunny, with a high near 86. North wind between 5 and 10 mph.

Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 55. Calm wind becoming north between 5 and 10 mph.

Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 87. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm.

Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 59.

Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 81.

Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 50

[Finewest]

OK, I'm heading outta here in a couple of hours. Over the mountains and through the desert. I figure about a 2-3 hour drive.

Here's my CELL PHONE NUMBER if needed: 760-420-5921

RIDE SAFE!
DRINK WATER!
BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS!
SEE YA THERE!
:hotpepper:clap2:

[George]

Replaced the headlight switch on the Yam yesterday and found it's a momentary on!!! Gotta head back to Auto Zone this morning and exchange it. Then, I'll be on the road. Prolly 5 or 6 hours for me. See ya there in time for dinner (I hope!)

BTW, my camp site reserv. is for Friday thru Sunday so I'll be squatting tonight.

[Finewest]

Replaced the headlight switch on the Yam yesterday and found it's a momentary on!!! Gotta head back to Auto Zone this morning and exchange it. Then, I'll be on the road. Prolly 5 or 6 hours for me. See ya there in time for dinner (I hope!)

BTW, my camp site reserv. is for Friday thru Sunday so I'll be squatting tonight.

Sounds good George! I've got a reservation for tonight so you can crash in mine, but I've got a feeling there will be a lot of space open for ya to spread out in! LOL. Ride safe buddy and see you tonight! :)

[rickj]

Well, looks like Don, Joe and my non-ST friend Walt aren't going to make it out with me on Saturday. I'll head out Saturday AM solo and be there to hang out with folks for the day. Back Saturday afternoon.

I had been planning on riding the Dakar, but I've got the front rim off and torn apart for some maintenance. I've got to get everything perfect for the run up north this summer.

See ya Saturday mid-morning.

Rick

[SoloTotoCoyote]

Well.....just got back. Was only able to spend a few hours there but it was nice to meet some familiar faces and put new faces to screen names. As George said....."great food, great friends, great ride, great day.":D

[rickj]

Well.....just got back. Was only able to spend a few hours there but it was nice to meet some familiar faces and put new faces to screen names. As George said....."great food, great friends, great ride, great day.":D

I wasn't sure if I'd be able to ride this weekend, so couldn't commit in advance. However, I was also able to show mid-morning, but most people were out on a ride. Fred & Terri were there getting ready for the BBQ, as well as Alicia helping out. Keith and Wayne showed up while I was there, and Dana rolled in from his ride just before I left.

I did see a group of DS bikes on 111, which I suspect was our group coming back in. I also ran across a couple of STs on the way in to Borrego.

It was a great ride down 74 in to Palm Desert and then up Montezuma from Borrego. Overall, a nice 250 miles ride on some great twisties. Sorry I wasn't able to see everyone.

Rick

[STony G]

Well.....just got back. Was only able to spend a few hours there but it was nice to meet some familiar faces and put new faces to screen names. As George said....."great food, great friends, great ride, great day.":D

Adam,
did you have one of the special delivery (from San Dimas) doughnuts?

[BigTom]

Home again, Home again jiggity jig. Film at 11...

A touch breezy (40mph or so) coming home. Pretty darn near nasty.

[SoloTotoCoyote]

Adam,
did you have one of the special delivery (from San Dimas) doughnuts?

Nope. I didn't get there until about 5-5:30p. Everybody was just grabbing the BBQ fixxin's when I got there.........good timing. :D

[SDGeorge]

Just made it home, what a great weekend...(except the ride home). Lots of folks to chat with, nice ride up Box Canyon and through Joshua Tree, great BBQ dinner. The ride home was quite eventful, 40 mph winds across the desert , up and over Banner Grade and the temp was down to 39 and hailing. I’ll let Dana & John explain how wet we got. Wouldn’t have missed it for anything….last but not least…a BIG ST thanks to Fred & Terri for the Carne Asada Dinner.:bow1:

George:pig1:

[Finewest]

Made it home! WOW! What a sucessful SEASTOC! Not a single glitch, except for the wind on Sunday! Hope everybody made it home OK? Be sure to report in!

About 20 plus bikes and folks and we kept the rangers hopping! LOL. More later after I get to shower and flake out a bit! WOO HOO! :hotpepper:clap2: :STOC:

[805gregg]

Made it home abot 11:30, great weekend thanks Fred, Terri and everyone else. I had a great time and met some old friends and new faces. I had a fun ride with Bob, to salvation mountain sat. Great area I'll be back.

[dteel]

Home safe, more to follow later.

[John_Diego]

Got home about 2pm. Started in a dust storm and then ran into heavy rain and hail passing thru Julian. We were soaked and it was cold. Did 50-60 miles of dirt and sand on the KLR with Bob and George.

Had a great time! Thanks Fred & Teri!

John

[BlueByU]

Made it home about 1pm. Thanks Fred & Terry. Had a great time.I took 400 pix I just might find some good enough to post.We I will soon.2 miles sly of 1100 miles since I left the home 20.Oh Larry great to ride with throught that Box Canyon and Joshua Tree. When did U say Morro Bay Campout was? Gregg do U always get lost following that GPS? :D:D:D Great ride to Bombay Beach, Salvation, and than to Borrego NO Springs.:D Alicia's sorry we didn't get around riding the KLR.I sure hope U took pix of how that tent looks,so U can put it up by yourself in the DARK.:D

[Finewest]

Got home about 2pm. Started in a dust storm and then ran into heavy rain and hail passing thru Julian. We were soaked and it was cold. Did 50-60 miles of dirt and sand on the KLR with Bob and George.

Had a great time! Thanks Fred & Teri!

John

Great pics John! That one of the bike in the sand is GREAT! WOW!. The one of the fat dude is GROSS! WOW! :crackup

[Keith R.]

Thanks Fred & Teri, Had a GREAT time this weekend. We had such a GREAT turnout. Saw old friends and as always we made a few new ones too.

Saturday at the Salton Sea was just perfect.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d59/ownst1100/SeaSTOCII11-7-9-08019.jpg

Wayne and I pulled out around 9:30. First thing we did was top off the bikes and then head south down the 86 for Borego Springs. Winds and dust were awfull. On up through Ocotillo Wells it just got worst. Thought we were getting around the storm by choosing this route. Skies over Borego Springs were dark and you could see the rain coming down. We stopped and had early lunch and watched as it rained on our bikes just outside.. By the time we'd finished the rain had past over. Up and over S-22 all we had to deal with were the winds. We split up at the 79 and I rolled up into the garage at around 1:30, still nice and dry.

Truly an adventure getting home topping off a GREAT weekend.

See you all next year at SeaSTOC III.

To see my pictures of the event: http://community.webshots.com/user/ownst1100

[BigTom]

Here's a couple of pictures to tease you to my Albums.

It was really nice to see and meet and visit with you all. I mean that. I am humbled by this group.

[John_Diego]

I wasn't the only one that got stuck. We were about 25 miles in when Bob got a flat tire, he picked up a nail probably the only 1 in the whole desert.

John

[Finewest]

I wasn't the only one that got stuck. We were about 25 miles in when Bob got a flat tire, he picked up a nail probably the only 1 in the whole desert.

John

Those are great! It looks like that Bob can't figure out what is holding him up! LOL. The back tire buried up to the chain, or the that big rock on his front tire! :crackup

REMINDER: Don't ride a V-Strom in the Sahara! :crackup

[dteel]

Ok guys lots and lots of pictures of SeaSTOC 2008 (http://www.dmulk.com/bikes/dteel/SeaSTOC08/), the biggest and bestest of them all posted here (http://www.dmulk.com/bikes/dteel/SeaSTOC08/)!

I did my best to get pictures that really captured the event this year. I also gave it my best shot at being artsy fartsy as Fred would put it.

I had such a good time! Thanks to Terri and Fred for being such gracious hosts. I was so happy to do my little part by helping to cook. Fred, I'm really looking forward to next year when you're actually going to bring Veronica. If I may make a suggestion, maybe we should explore some of the campsites on the other side of the lake away from the highway and railroad tracks... Can't ask for better weather, it was soooo nice.

I sure hope you guys got the most out of those brewskies that I left there. Some thing about good friends, good atmosphere and good beer that just seems to go together.

As for the ride home, yeah we really ran the gauntlet. First a very heavy sandstorm, reminded me of blizzards in my home state of Iowa, then the sandstorm finally ended only for it to start raining. As if that wasn't bad enough we also got pelted on several occasions with hail, some as large as peas! The temps plummeted to 39 at one point, needless to say, John, George and I were some miserable riders. We stopped in Wynola for shelter and had hot coffee and a $10 bowl of soup. George was nice enough to pick up the tab. I arrived home pretty much wore out, but regardless of the trials encountered on the road home. I had one hell of a good time!

[SoloTotoCoyote]

Great shots, Dana. I'm glad somebody got a pic of Byron's Hi-Viz drink. :D

[VFR]

Just got in today a little before 3:00 pm. I didn't leave until after 11:30 am as I stayed to make sure Alicia was packed & OK. Byron left first & George second. They all went dirt riding on Sunday & had a great time. I stayed in camp to read as the wind was kind of bad & I didn't feel like riding in it. Probably a good thing as some of the gusts were really strong. We put up the rain flies before they went riding since it looked like major yuck over the sea & below the mountains. They went from visible to dust, then visible & dust again several times. I had to change the guy lines on George & Alicia's tents several times as the wind really picked up. I actually had to stand & hold onto one of the poles in Georges tent as the wind was threatening to flatten it.

It died down around dusk & Alicia fixed us some leftover asada tacos, burgers, potato & macaroni salad for dinner. We managed to scrounge up enough firewood for a small fire & talked around it until after 8 pm. After a great night's sleep Alicia fixed up some scrambled egg, mushroom, onion, etc. breakfast tacos with some of Fred's leftover salsa. Many thanks to Alicia for the Sunday & Monday meals.

Thanks so much Fred & Terri. It was a big sacrifice for you both to do this & to stay in camp while everyone was out riding - Oooops, take that back.... Fred & Dana drove down to Bombay Beach on Sat. No, it was still a sacrifice Fred!!!!

I met lots of new people and also saw many familiar faces as did everyone else. +1 for George - Good Times, Good Food & Good People!!!! I'll be back for the next one.

Oh, almost forgot. We put the barbecue & foam cooler out by the trash when we were packing up. A couple came by & couldn't believe their good luck in finding it. Just so you know it went to a good home.

[VFR]

Made it home about 1pm. Thanks Fred & Terry. Had a great time.I took 400 pix I just might find some good enough to post.We I will soon.2 miles sly of 1100 miles since I left the home 20.Oh Larry great to ride with throught that Box Canyon and Joshua Tree. When did U say Morro Bay Campout was? Gregg do U always get lost following that GPS? :D:D:D Great ride to Bombay Beach, Salvation, and than to Borrego NO Springs.:D Alicia's sorry we didn't get around riding the KLR.I sure hope U took pix of how that tent looks,so U can put it up by yourself in the DARK.:D


My pleasure Bob. Box canyon was so good I did it twice the next day. Joshua Tree, ehhh, not so hot.....

Morro Bay is Nov. 21 & 22. The weekend before Thanksgiving. Space is paid for. All you have to pay for is gas to get there & we can scrounge up something to eat. Wish we could go by Fred's house on the way to get some leftovers.:D We wouldn't even have to buy any food....

We took the tent down carefully. It was easier since it was daylight..... It all packed away nicely so she might be able to put it back up again, given enought time - and daylight.

[Byron]

Well my turn to check in and let everyone know I made it home around 12:00 PM this afternoon after a pleasant ride over S22 to 79 to Sage Rd and a few others. Much better than the 2 hr. slab ride down the 10 to get there on Saturday.

It has been said so many time already but it really was nice to hang out with everyone. Something about getting away from the normal hustle and bussle of in-town stuff. Fresh air, birds and critters, great scenery and the lullaby of the Southern Pacific or Union Pacific. :)

Some of us stayed on an extra day or two depending on how you count; George, Larry, Alicaia and myself. We tried to talk Fred and Terri into staying and fixing Sunday nights dinner, since Saturday's was so fabulous, but they had to leave but left us plenty of left overs to enjoy. :D

Sunday we followed Alicia over to Salvation and Slab City to see the sights. It was a bit windy but better than the rain and cold that some of you faced on your rides home. After Slab City George led us out on a pleasant ride along the canal/aqueduct back toward camp. For the most part is was level graded dirt with scattered areas of rocks and some loose stuff. Just enough so you couldn't relax your concentration and enough to cause some minor pucker here and there. After the ride the weather let up and we enjoyed a pleasant night and more left overs which Alicia was kind enough to prepare.

I think there was in the neighborhood of 21 bikes and a couple vehicles. Before you try and make fun of the vehicles just remember that's how all the food got there. I wish I'd got there earlier to enjoy more time with everyone and get some more riding in but time was what it was and I think we all tried to make the most of it.

Until the next get together everyone ride safe and enjoy life.

[Tubebender]

It was great to meet all of you. Virginia and I had good time.

Fred, Terri, thanks for putting it together. The last time we went on a motorcycle camp out was 24 years ago! :tent6:

Yeah, the ride home was pretty hairy! I had to slow about 35-40 MPH going south on 86. The cross wind was pushing us across one whole lane. A few times the dust was so bad you couldn't see 10 feet in front of you! When we turned towards Borrego Springs we headed into the wind so it was a bit better.

The cold front was hanging over the mountains ahead and it was really pushing the air down into the valley. As we approached Borrego Springs I was having to dodge debris blowing down the streets. The sand and gravel were really peppering us too. We stopped, had breakfast, and prepared to go up Montezuma Valley Road. I had been looking forward to going up the hill on this road; it would have been the first time on the ST. But today, not so much!

You had no idea which way you were going to get slammed. :twist1:
The wind would blow down, up, or sideways, sometimes all in the same corner. There were a few corners and other sections where rocks had fallen onto the road. One second you’re headed to one side of the rock, the next you’re being blown towards it. I used a couple of turnouts to let some cages go past, I was holding them up! The temp dropped a lot by the time we got to Ranchita, but not cold enough to snow!

We stopped to put on warmer gear; I’m glad I packed my rain liner for my jacket. We got a few sprinkles but as we cleared Santa Isabel it was a steady, cold rain; at least the wind gusts weren’t as strong. In Ramona, the rain got heavier as we continued descending into Escondido on Hwy. 78. By the time we were passing San Marcos, the sun was out, the roads were dry and it was like it never happened. I was pretty wiped out by the time I rolled into the driveway.

Sign us up for next year! :nuts1:

Carl and Virginia Azevedo

[SoloTotoCoyote]

It was great to meet all of you. Virginia and I had good time.

Fred, Terri, thanks for putting it together. The last time we went on a motorcycle camp out was 24 years ago! :tent6:

Yeah, the ride home was pretty hairy! I had to slow about 35-40 MPH going south on 86. The cross wind was pushing us across one whole lane. A few times the dust was so bad you couldn't see 10 feet in front of you! When we turned towards Borrego Springs we headed into the wind so it was a bit better.

The cold front was hanging over the mountains ahead and it was really pushing the air down into the valley. As we approached Borrego Springs I was having to dodge debris blowing down the streets. The sand and gravel were really peppering us too. We stopped, had breakfast, and prepared to go up Montezuma Valley Road. I had been looking forward to going up the hill on this road; it would have been the first time on the ST. But today, not so much!

You had no idea which way you were going to get slammed. :twist1:
The wind would blow down, up, or sideways, sometimes all in the same corner. There were a few corners and other sections where rocks had fallen onto the road. One second you’re headed to one side of the rock, the next you’re being blown towards it. I used a couple of turnouts to let some cages go past, I was holding them up! The temp dropped a lot by the time we got to Ranchita, but not cold enough to snow!

We stopped to put on warmer gear; I’m glad I packed my rain liner for my jacket. We got a few sprinkles but as we cleared Santa Isabel it was a steady, cold rain; at least the wind gusts weren’t as strong. In Ramona, the rain got heavier as we continued descending into Escondido on Hwy. 78. By the time we were passing San Marcos, the sun was out, the roads were dry and it was like it never happened. I was pretty wiped out by the time I rolled into the driveway.

Sign us up for next year! :nuts1:

Carl and Virginia Azevedo


Hey, Carl. Were you and your wife the ones that were up with George, ST-Alicia, myself, and company late Saturday night joking around?

[ST1300 Alicia]

Alicia Checking In. I just got home and in the house. 381.8 miles home. 6 Hours 31 Minutes Moving Time and 58.7mph for a moving average. The Wind was real Bad! I fueled twice in route and rested a little. Thanks Guy's :yr1: for putting my Tent up for me. Boy we sure will have a good story to tell for years to come, won't we. I'll sent out PM's tomorrow.

[tommyboy]

Sorry I missed it. My wife FORCED ME to leave my ST in the garage and go here:D. We had some wind and rain (Hurricane Paloma) at the end of our trip.

[George]

Tommyboy, looks like a good time, but ya missed a classic MC weekend. :D

I'm home. Flame story to follow (you won't believe the pics!! :eek:)

Thanks for dinner last night and breakfast this AM, Alicia. Yummmmmmmmmmmmm! :D

Saturday's ride with John and Bob was classic. WAY too much sand. Bob's flat tar was just extra special.

Sunday's ride with Byron and Alicia was great. The same roads that made me jittery on Friday were like super slab on Sunday, after all the sand on Saturday.

Short story: stopped at a way-side on the way home today. Smelled smoke. Right-hand saddle bag was ON FIRE!!!!! (Pics to follow.)

<edit> D'oh! Thanks to Fred and Terri for a terrific weekend. This is the first time Yam has been out of Mohave County since new. She now has ~4500 miles, is in serious need of new tars, and performed admirably over the varied terrain of west AZ and S.E. CA.

21 folks for Saturday evening dinner. Some left overs got consumed on Sunday and Monday.

Keith is Farking Crazy when it comes to camping and cooking.

I cooked more over a penny stove than I've done at home in several years.

Bob and Tom have coffee _early!_ (Alicia doesn't)

I have _a bunch_ of good pics, I'll post in the AM.

[John_Diego]

[quote=George;585510]

Short story: stopped at a way-side on the way home today. Smelled smoke. Right-hand saddle bag was ON FIRE!!!!! quote]

Glad you got hope safe, George

Don't you mean it was "ON FARR!!!" :) Did you open the top and make a chimney?

I hope you took Fred's advice and packed lots of water for the desert, it has other uses then drinking!

Hope we ride together again , John

[Mellow]

Glad you're okay George... this should be a good story.

[Byron]

"Short story: stopped at a way-side on the way home today. Smelled smoke. Right-hand saddle bag was ON FIRE!!!!! (Pics to follow.)"

Did the gear get to close to the muffler? :o4:

[BigTom]

Or did it rub on the Tar?

[VFR]

George, which bag had the penny stove in it?? You did remember to put it out before you packed it, I hope....:D

I worried about that happening with my soft bags being so close to the mufflers. I check them at gas stops & reposition them if touching, but no problems yet. I did cut pieces of cardboard to put in the bottoms to keep them flatter. If they do catch fire, that also has the advantage of being an extra accellerant.

[SoloTotoCoyote]

...............Short story: stopped at a way-side on the way home today. Smelled smoke. Right-hand saddle bag was ON FIRE!!!!! ............................



*Turns on TV*

Today on "Roadside Cooking with the Catt".....

If you're like most, by the time you get to camp, you're starving. But unfortunately, you still have to set up camp before you can eat. Well, on today's show, George shows how to cook while still riding. That's right!! A four course meal cooked on the bike while you enjoy the sights. Stay tuned..........

[dteel]

Staying tuned aye! :hat1:

[George]

*Turns on TV*

Today on "Roadside Cooking with the Catt".....

If you're like most, by the time you get to camp, you're starving. But unfortunately, you still have to set up camp before you can eat. Well, on today's show, George shows how to cook while still riding. That's right!! A four course meal cooked on the bike while you enjoy the sights. Stay tuned..........

Adam, it's already been done using the 1300 fairing pockets. :D

Glad to say no real damage other than dirty clothes (and the bag itself is _toaST_!!!) The pics are in this (http://community.webshots.com/album/568629873bQbxpp) album.

Rode all the way over on Thursday with no problem. Rode toward home across Box Canyon and Joshua Tree to 29 Palms, no problem. Somewhere between 29 Palms and Amboy it must'a started to smoke. When I stopped east of Amboy to read some Route 66 info, it burst into flames. The remainder of my CamelBak and a handy beer put the smoldering embers out. Too late to save most of the stuff (including my 2008 Moonshine shirt, a couple pairs of socks, and some dirty underwear. :D) but all else is good.

[George]

Gotta add that SeaSTOC was a really great event, the dirt riding was top notch. Had a really good time riding with Alicia on Friday (her first real foray into dirtdum), with John and Bob on Saturday (Bob knows dirt!!!!!!) and with Alicia and Byron on Sunday (Byron's 1300 handled semi-firm dirt with aplomb, and Alicia had improved dramatically from Friday.) All that being said, the Yam didn't even break a sweat (well, until the saddle bag burst into flame for real! :eek:)

BTW, Terry (ACL) has a new Moonshine shirt on the way as we speak. Thanks, Terry.

This event was the first time the Yam has been out of Mohave County since new. She covered 810 miles of back roads and pretty serious dirt with no problems beyond the obvious, running 55/60 with occasional burst to 70+. Not exactly ST territory but at 300 lbs +/- was sure the _hot_ ticket for this event. :D

[VFR]

Wow George, those Moonshine shirts come with a warranty??? :D