2008-10-04, PA RTE in North Central PA

[scootac]

Due to popular demand (meaning more than one person) and a committee agreement (I had dirt on the others) an RTE will be held Saturday, October 4 2008 AT NOON at Hotel Manor in Slate Run, Pennsylvania. Those that have been here will know why they should come back. Those that were at PA Grand Canyon STOC will know the roads are worthy of it. Those that haven't been here, should be. FOG has been telling you all along it's a good place to be, that the roads are great. Add in the fall foliage factor, cooler weather, and possibly last decent ride for awhile, makes it worthwhile to put it on your calendar pronto.
Here's the web site with details! http://www.hotel-manor.com

Scootac

[Trekker]

Sa-Weeet!:D

[DeanR]

I just wrote it on the calender George !

[gene]

Where are we camping this time ???

[shipdadip]

I will try to make this.

[scootac]

Looks like western New York will be well represented!
For better or worse :D

[scootac]

Where are we camping this time ???

Anybody that wants to camp, feel free to do so. Lot of state parks around, and I'd doubt they will be very busy that time of year.
Me? I'll be sleeping in my own bed.:)

[Trekker]

Gene- let's see where the event falls, then look at nearby campgrounds. Keep in mind it will be a little cold at night by then. :snow1: LOL

[gene]

I guess we will need a giant screen cave man TV !! maybe a cabin would be better if temps are that bad ?

[Trekker]

I guess we will need a giant screen cave man TV !! maybe a cabin would be better if temps are that bad ?

Hmmmm... good idea! Once we have an idea where we are going I will look into state park cabins. Awesome!

[1999purple]

Just One ?, ANY GOOD BBQ in the area, I could be tempted or really great pie:03biker::D

[DeanR]

I like this cabin idea !

[FOG]

I will plan on being there, unless the wife and I are in Italy riding :D

A couple of suggestions for lodging, the White deer motel, just South of Williamsport is clean and reasonable. As a bonus it is in the middle of a lot of great roads.

For eating location, Yesterday's in Renovo is a great place, nothing fancy, good food, home made soups, and good pie. Orlandos in Muncy Pa has GREAT food, not really upscale, but not cheap either. The Bullfrog Brewery in Williamsport has decent food and great beverages, if you make plans to get back to the motel on something other than 2 wheels.

Scoot, Wife and I rode through town today, about 1ish. Made a nice loop to the north and back to WP for the night.

[STBNE]

http://www.happyacresresort.netWell Boys... I have already expressed my intent to return to Wellsboro in early Oct. so I thought I'd stay at the Canyon Motel again...Unless you want a more rustic place to have a base of operations from...There was mention a while back abt a place that was a campground and rented cabins...most of the cabins were big enough to sleep 5 ppl...but thats abt 35 miles from Wellsboro......The Place was called Happy Acres Campground in Waterville

[Routemeister]

http://www.happyacresresort.netWell Boys... I have already expressed my intent to return to Wellsboro in early Oct. so I thought I'd stay at the Canyon Motel again...Unless you want a more rustic place to have a base of operations from...There was mention a while back abt a place that was a campground and rented cabins...most of the cabins were big enough to sleep 5 ppl...but thats abt 35 miles from Wellsboro......The Place was called Happy Acres Campground in Waterville
Now that Happy acres is open again, it's a great place to locate. In addition to the private cabins, there's a state park campground about 500 yards up the road, with (heated!) washrooms & showers. Breakfast & dinner at Happy acres takes the guesswork out of where to eat. I happens that there's is a ton of twisting little back roads, the kind about 1-1/2 lanes wide with no center stripe, no traffic, maybe a few curious dogs, that one can happily get lost on for a 100 miles or more. If you want to rip in the twisties, there's plenty of opportunity for that as well.

Now having said my piece, I have to decide whether to join this event or re-schedule a planned week in North Georgia, where there really is only one kind of road: well paved, twisting, roller coaster. It's Heaven, I tell ya.

[shipdadip]

Just One ?, ANY GOOD BBQ in the area, I could be tempted or really great pie:03biker::D

http://www.melsribs.com

[Trekker]

Or Clems BBQ (http://www.clemsfire.com/) in Port Matilda.... which Scootac, DeanR, & I have enjoyed.... as well as a bunch of the PA CG Stoc riders.

I'm waiting to see what Scootac dreams up for roads to ride in his yard. :)

[gene]

As George and LouAnn already know I'll eat most anything, I trust they will provide me with place that is a real treat to eat at !! No pressure George :)

[Mcreviver]

Since I grew up in Williamsport and now live about 10 miles SW, I'd be happy to show you folks some roads around here. Hickory Smoked Ribs? Try Mill Hall, PA right where the road (RT 150) splits near WalMart. Inside and outside dining tables are set up.
Happy Acres Campground is the place you ought to be. Why go to a stuffy motel when you can be out in the mountains with the fresh pine scented air. There is someone new running the restaurant as the last ones running the place took off and pilfered a lot of the equipment. If you want the best steak in the area, I suggest Hoss's Steak (and seafood) House on Third Street between Williamsport and Montoursville. I also always get a great pizza at Pizza Hut just up the street a few blocks. Want Italian? There's The Olive Tree restaurant. And, my wife's favorite place to eat, the Country Cupboard just North of Lewisburg on Route 15 is always good quality food and decently priced. Be sure and pick up some of their sticky buns on the way to the cabin. Also, on the last turn before the Little Pine State Park is a bar/restaurant at the Waterville Hotel. And be sure to check the tall and beautiful sisters working at McConnells Store nearby. Those coming from the east, why take I-80? Use Route 118 and deviate to the Central Hotel for lunch. It's SW of Ricketts Glen State Park. That's a great place to hike and see the waterfalls, if there has been adequate rainfall. Any questions, just ask. Ron

[STBNE]

If I do this area again i think that a cabin in nature would be the way to go...that place in Waterville fills the bill for me..I see a nice little cottage that looks beautiful...I'm gonna see abt prices...prolly want to share the palce with a few of youse guys...

[Mcreviver]

Waterville is on RT 44 and it's where you turn to go to the Little Pine Creek dam area and the campgrounds are a few miles up the valley. Use caution on that road unless you've been on it before. When you see the dam, imagine water pouring over the spillway 6 feet deep. I have a photo of that, taken from a Piper Aztec in June of 1972. Any ladies coming for this ride? If so, they will want to go to the Woolrich Outdoors Store about 12 miles away. You'll like the roads in that area too.

[SteveST1300]

I will keep this on the radar screen it might be just the ticket for a nice long weekend!

[scootac]

OK FOLKS!!!!
Here's the location....... Hotel Manor in Slate Run PA. It's 25-30 miles south of Wellsboro on Rt.414 right along Pine Creek. http://www.hotel-manor.com
If you are thinking of coming south on 287 from Wellsboro, then hitting 414, beware that 414 between 287 to about Cedar Run is about a lane and a half wide at best, and on the rough (but paved) side. You're not going to want to be late and trying to make time on that part of the road. Also, there is a dirt road from Rt. 44 right down to Slate Run but I don't know how it would be for an ST.
And, when you're on 414 in Slate Run, the Hotel Manor is on the OTHER side of Pine Creek from you.
Planning on lunch at Noon.
Any questions, ask!
OK, now go fire up yer GPS's!!!:mcrider:

See ya there,

Scootac

[Trekker]

Excellent choice Scoot!

When did you get a GPS??? :p:

[scootac]

Excellent choice Scoot!

When did you get a GPS??? :p:

I said "yer GPS" not mine!:D

My GPS still folds flat, doesn't need any wiring, and is free!!!:)

[gene]

Thanks George, not work up a route for us visiters :) Would this be a good location to spend saturday evening or will we be in a completely different area in the evening ? No pressure on you to plan this completely :)

[Trekker]

Looks like rooms are available Friday night, but not Saturday night....

And any State cabins seem to be booked that weekend as well.... :(

[oldpaint]

Hi all, not much of a ride for me but would like to meet some fellow st owners. I live just outside Corning, NY. Its about a 40 minute ride but very enjoyable. Can't really go wrong on the road choices up here but the PA canyon area is wonderful in fall and a popular destination for all types of bikers.

[Mcreviver]

I know a guy that has a cabin right down the lane from that place. He rides a BMW K100RS that I service for him. He left Jersey Shore, PA last February and rode to California and back about two months later. I'll ask him what he is doing that weekend and find out if he has any sleeping accomodations for rent.

[TomH]

:03biker:I hope I have the info right. Hotel Manor in Slate Run at 12 noon on the 4th of October. It's on the calender. Look forward to meeting you all.

[scootac]

TomH--

Yep, that's right!
Looks like we're getting some new folks interested in this. :)
'82 650G huh? Still have or not?
I haD an '81! Wish I woulda......:sad:
That's why I'm keeping the '81 R100RT!:cool:

See ya there!

[Mcreviver]

I just got back from a ride with a different group this afternoon and we had lunch at Happy Acres. They had a grill set up outside the restaurant. When is the last time you had fresh, rather than frozen, french fries. Wow, were they good! A red tailed hawk flew across the road in front of me and perched on a branch at eye level, not 20 feet off the road. It stayed there until we all passed by and we got a real good look.

[TomH]

:03biker:Still Have the 82' GS650G. In the summer it gets as many miles as the ST. It's the perfect bike for my Tuesday ride, when I meet a group of retirees. We have breakfast and then ride for lunch and till 4:00. Shady Maple is the breakfast of choice in Blue Ball, Pa. The Suzuki is a little cooler than the ST.

[Mcreviver]

I talked to the guy with the cabin near the Hotel Manor. He says it's just a fishing shack and too small for a herd. He works for the highway department and he told me they were tar and chipping RT44 from Haneyville down 44 to above Waterville. Not good. RT 664 is nice though.

[STBNE]

OK FOLKS!!!!
Here's the location....... Hotel Manor in Slate Run PA. It's 25-30 miles south of Wellsboro on Rt.414 right along Pine Creek. http://www.hotel-manor.com
If you are thinking of coming south on 287 from Wellsboro, then hitting 414, beware that 414 between 287 to about Cedar Run is about a lane and a half wide at best, and on the rough (but paved) side. You're not going to want to be late and trying to make time on that part of the road. Also, there is a dirt road from Rt. 44 right down to Slate Run but I don't know how it would be for an ST.
And, when you're on 414 in Slate Run, the Hotel Manor is on the OTHER side of Pine Creek from you.
Planning on lunch at Noon.
Any questions, ask!
OK, now go fire up yer GPS's!!!:mcrider:

See ya there,

Scootac
Hey Scoot..this RTE how many days are we looking at ?If is more than 1 nite then staying at the Hotel Manor might not cut it...I wouldnt want anything less than 2 days to revisit and ride this area again...heck it'll take me 2 days to ride there and return home.I'm not one to do this as a single days ride either.Are there any other places to stay in Slate Run?...If not then I might go back to my original plan and stay at the Canyon Motel in Wellsboro...and just meet up with youse guys early on...actually I am liking that idea the more that I think abt it...whats another 35 miles?I am already accustomed to Wellsboro and think its an excellent base of operations.

[shipdadip]

Check out this place:

http://www.ox-yokeinn.com/

They have camping and a motel. There is also a Dollar General and gas right near.

[scootac]

Check out this place:

http://www.ox-yokeinn.com/

They have camping and a motel. There is also a Dollar General and gas right near.

My wife and I ate there ONCE!
ONCE being the key word.
IMHO, there's better places.

Scootac

[scootac]

Hey Scoot..this RTE how many days are we looking at ?.............Are there any other places to stay in Slate Run?....

Hi Ben--
For me, a RTE is a one day thing. Meet, eat lunch as a group, ride home. That's me. If you have the time and desire to make a long week-end out of it, go for it!:) As you said, there's plenty of roads to ride around here.
Hotel Manor is pretty much it in Slate Run. If you google Pine Creek or Wellsboro lodging, there should be plenty of places come up. B&B's and small motels are the norm. Larger places such as Williamsport and State College have the bigger chains, and, of course, bigger $$$! They are still close enough to the good roads to use as a base and be on the 2 laners in 30 minutes or less.
Will see ya there!

Scootac

[STBNE]

Ok Scoot...Thanks for clarifying that...At this point I am interested as I have been since the 1st trip.However I am not sure I am gonna make this.The past 2 weeks have seen a progressively worsening back..has me to the point where I can only stand for 5 mins...pain gets more intense the longer I stand up.Ok dont want to hijack this into a prayer list type of thing...LOL.I will let you all know whats happening at the appropriate time.:(

[scootac]

Hey Ben--
Sorry to hear about your back.
Get yourself taken care of, and hope to see you. Sux to not be able to ride because of health issues:(
You still have almost 2 months, don't count yourself out already!

Scootac

[STBNE]

Hey Ben--
Sorry to hear about your back.
Get yourself taken care of, and hope to see you. Sux to not be able to ride because of health issues:(
You still have almost 2 months, don't count yourself out already!

Scootac
Thanks Man...actualy I have no problems sitting or riding the ST...I just cant walk more than 1/4 mile or stand for more than 5..10 mins max.going to the Chiropractor on Weds...tmrw gettin x-rays...I am actually more worried abt making CT-STOC.:(

[shipdadip]

Were any of you guys at the Grand Canyon STOC? I might have met you guys at the little store at the intersection of 44/144. I was on the Suzuki Bandit that pulled in with the FZ1 and CBR1000.

[Del]

Were any of you guys at the Grand Canyon STOC? I might have met you guys at the little store at the intersection of 44/144. I was on the Suzuki Bandit that pulled in with the FZ1 and CBR1000.



I was there and remember you guys, I was on (one of) the ST's.

[STBNE]

Were any of you guys at the Grand Canyon STOC? I might have met you guys at the little store at the intersection of 44/144. I was on the Suzuki Bandit that pulled in with the FZ1 and CBR1000.

You mean at that little store with the Hummingbirds and the guy in the bright lime yellow jacket on a Red ST11(me)?...I think that was our Sat.Ride to Hyner View...awesome day...I remmy you too.:cool:

[STBNE]

Scootac...Slate Run is 250 miles from me...so its just gettin the ST warmed up...LOL..will see chiropractor today...but overall things are somewhat better today,but still not the best they could be...at any rate I am gonna want to do this ride...I am gonna plan an overnite if possible in Slate Run...Looking forward to meeting up with you all again...hope we get in some good riding...there are a few places I missed last time that others did get to...like Rte 120 from Lock Haven west...and Clems BBQ is another place I missed...dont know if those are feasible but I might just go off on Sunday for those rides...on the way home(long way OFC)

[scootac]

It's been brought to my attention that in the first post announcing this RTE, I neglected to put the time in!:doh1::doh1:
It was in the post where I announced the location though.
SO, it's lunch at 12:00 NOON at Hotel Manor in Slate Run PA.
But, even though my first post had neither time OR location, we had people making plans to ride!
Is that called determination or desperation?:)
See ya there!

George

[gene]

Where is this place called Clem's ??? Might need to go there before going home.

[Trekker]

Where is this place called Clem's ??? Might need to go there before going home.

Clems BBQ (http://www.clemsfire.com/) in Port Matilda, PA....... :drool1::drool1::drool1:

[STBNE]

Looking for lodging for Sat nite and everything is booked for that weekend...even in Wellsboro...I may have to pass on this one...

[bunson]

Surprisingly Wellsboro can be hard to find a room sometimes. This is during the fall foliage season.

[scootac]

Looking for lodging for Sat nite and everything is booked for that weekend...even in Wellsboro...I may have to pass on this one...

Did you try Williamsport? Much bigger place with more rooms, about same distance from Slate Run.

[FOG]

Looking for lodging for Sat nite and everything is booked for that weekend...even in Wellsboro...I may have to pass on this one...

Williamsport has a lot of places, and is a nice ride over to the lunch spot, if you take back roads. Try the White Deer Motel, Just south of Williamsport, clean, and relatively inexpensive. good access to the 44, which will take you to lunch, and is a pleasant ride with some nice corners.

[bunson]

I'm hoping to make this one after missing the earlier get together due to our dog getting sick.

[Mcreviver]

Ugh ! They just screwed up more of Route 44 with tar and chips. I'd sure like to strangle the S.O.B. that came up with the idea in the first place. This is between Jersey Shore and Route 15. Use caution. Even after it's been laid down for a few weeks you never know just how much grip you will have when transitioning form smooth asphalt to rough gravel. I wish they would at least use the same size stone as they do in black top pavement. Would that be asking too much? Someone was killed in a car wreck a month ago, up near Canton I think, when they went around a curve and lost control on the stones.

[Mcreviver]

The White Deer Motel might be a nice place. It's near the golf course and the county LANDFILL.

[FOG]

The White Deer Motel might be a nice place. It's near the golf course and the county LANDFILL.

Don't forget the federal prison..........................that said, been staying there on my trips down there for several years, never any noise from golfers, smell, or convicts for that matter. The trucks on 15 are the only thing you hear.

Always clean, and well cared for. Only know of one other mom and pop motel better kept, but that is in North Carolina, so the ride it a little long for a weekend.

[Mcreviver]

Why not check this place out? It's right across the Susquehanna from my hangar/motorcycle shop near Antes Fort and fairly centrally located for the best riding spots.
http://www.gamblefarminn.com/index.htm

[FOG]

Why not check this place out? It's right across the Susquehanna from my hangar/motorcycle shop near Antes Fort and fairly centrally located for the best riding spots.
http://www.gamblefarminn.com/index.htm

I will have to check it out, but I prefer to ride an hour or two before breakfast.

Puts me near the "start" of my west route (Pine-Logantown rd(s)) including the dirt section;)

[STBNE]

OK guys Thanks for those suggestions I will check them out and with any luck there will be some vacancies...

[STBNE]

Williamsport has a lot of places, and is a nice ride over to the lunch spot, if you take back roads. Try the White Deer Motel, Just south of Williamsport, clean, and relatively inexpensive. good access to the 44, which will take you to lunch, and is a pleasant ride with some nice corners.
Is there a link for this?

[scootac]

Puts me near the "start" of my west route (Pine-Logantown rd(s)) including the dirt section;)

You DO get on some back roads, doncha!!??:)

[Mcreviver]

White Deer Motel, 6967 RT 15 HWY, Montgomery, PA 570-547-1007

[STBNE]

White Deer Motel, 6967 RT 15 HWY, Montgomery, PA 570-547-1007
Thanks..will be calling soon.

[FOG]

Is there a link for this?

Here is a map and their # from Yahoo

LINKY (http://yellowpages.aol.com/business/pa/allenwood/white-deer-motel/0-107900091/)

[FOG]

You DO get on some back roads, doncha!!??:)

Yup, small with lots of curves, I like roads like my women;)

Ever take the little road to the north of Narrows road past the fish Hatchery?

I find the narrow roads have less traffic, driveways, and usually are run at lower speeds offering a little less risk.

[93NJST]

Now that my ST11 if fixed (thanks Randy) I may be able to go. I'll check my schedule!

Cheers,
Adam

[scootac]

Yup, small with lots of curves, I like roads like my women;)

Ever take the little road to the north of Narrows road past the fish Hatchery?

Not sure which one you mean here. The Lamar Fish Hatchery?
Goes from Clintondale to Mackeyville?

I find the narrow roads have less traffic, driveways, and usually are run at lower speeds offering a little less risk.

Just be careful on some of those roads if you run them Saturday nights or anytime Sunday. That's when the Amish go visiting in their horse and buggies!
Going around a blind corner at a normally "safe" speed, and coming upon a buggy doing 5-10 mph!:eek::eek:
Agree with you on the rest though.

[WVUandVT2]

I have this one on my radar scope now. I heard a lot about Clem's BBQ on the PaSTOC so I'll definitely have to try them this time either on the way up or on the way back. Now the search begins for a place to stay...

[gene]

George it sounds like your area might need a second stoc event in the fall ?? I'm really looking forward to riding up there with all the positive talk about the area roads !!!

[Kempo-STer]

Hmmmmmmm.......

[Kempo-STer]

Hmmmmmmm.......

Just put out the domestic feelers and I am moving over to the very probable category:):)

[Mcreviver]

Hitting an Amish buggy on a blind curve or a hill is always a possibility. But you also have to beware of "equine emmissions" which are not subject to control. I was in a large group ride and someone on a Harley slid into guard rails because of "S*** happens."

[Trekker]

Just put out the domestic feelers and I am moving over to the very probable category:):)

Sweet!! Looking forward to having lunch with Mr. Incredible! :D

[mailman Wes]

there is small campground nearby in cedar run called petticote junction campground, stayed there 20 yrs ago and had 2 small cabins :06biker:

[RobertCShay]

Just One ?, ANY GOOD BBQ in the area, I could be tempted or really great pie:03biker::D

I can vouch for this BBQ ribs/chicken place. Awesome is a work I would use. It is located north of Poconos PA in a town called Hamlin. They are open until mid October.

http://local.yahoo.com/info-12112548-kundlas-western-beef-company-hamlin

[Stermp66]

I can vouch for this BBQ ribs/chicken place. Awesome is a work I would use. It is located north of Poconos PA in a town called Hamlin. They are open until mid October.

http://local.yahoo.com/info-12112548-kundlas-western-beef-company-hamlin

:plus1:

Now your in my neck of the woods LOL just over the mountain from me.

[scootac]

Bumpity Bump Bump!!!

If you don't have this on your calendar yet, or not sure if you're coming, maybe these pics will sway you.
Lou Ann and I rode up for lunch today, a beautiful day!
This is Hotel Manor, where we will be having lunch, and I hope it's just as clear and sunny in a month as it was today. Should have a good amount of color in the leaves by then also. But, whether they're green or turning their fall colors, it will be a great ride!
I'll be asking for a head count towards the end of the month, so get things firmed up.
Hope to see you all then!:mcrider:

George

[Kempo-STer]

Bumpity Bump Bump!!!

If you don't have this on your calendar yet, or not sure if you're coming, maybe these pics will sway you.
Lou Ann and I rode up for lunch today, a beautiful day!
This is Hotel Manor, where we will be having lunch, and I hope it's just as clear and sunny in a month as it was today. Should have a good amount of color in the leaves by then also. But, whether they're green or turning their fall colors, it will be a great ride!
I'll be asking for a head count towards the end of the month, so get things firmed up.
Hope to see you all then!:mcrider:

George


Me (and Sam) are a definite IN... (George I owe you an PM)

[gene]

Looks great thanks George and LouAnn:D

[DeanR]

Looking forward to a great fall weekend George!

[Mcreviver]

For anyone interested, a 9-11 commemorative ride will start at 6PM from Bowman Field in Williamsport, PA. Registration starts at 5PM, with a service at 5:30. The ride goes to Hughesville, Muncy, Montgomery and South Williamsport. They are hoping for 1000 bikes this year and the weather looks perfect with temps around 73 degrees. I went on the last two and it was quite a patriotic experience. I recommend bringing ear plugs as the HD types are the most numerous and loud pipes are keeping these guys alive, I guess. It sure ain't their good looks. The ball park is along West Fourth Street at Lycoming Creek. If you get close, just follow some other bikers.

[SteveST1300]

George looks like I am in. I will be coming up with Todd and whoever comes with him from CT.

[scootac]

George looks like I am in. I will be coming up with Todd and whoever comes with him from CT.

Glad to hear that Steve!
I haven't added up lately, but looking close to 15-18 for sure already.:clap2:
Be good to see ya again.

George

[Fster]

Just ate at Hotel Manor this past Sunday, great food and a fantastic atmosphere. Rode up 42 to 44 to 414 after eating we hit 287 down to 44 to 54 and home. I love PA!

[scootac]

Just ate at Hotel Manor this past Sunday, great food and a fantastic atmosphere. Rode up 42 to 44 to 414 after eating we hit 287 down to 44 to 54 and home. I love PA!

Great! You already know how to get there!
It should be a lot prettier October 4th.
The dining companions might be a little noisy though!:D
Will you be able to join us then?

George

[STBNE]

I'm possibly going to make this ...as a daytrip no overnites...otherwise i wont have the time...If I make it to Slate Run by noon we'll be doin good...hope to see you all there:D

[rulbe]

Steve

Let me know when you are heading up I may tag along if you don't mind! I will head back Saturday night.

Randy

[STBNE]

I would like to hook up with anyone who is going from Jersey or E.PA area...let me know if you all have room for one more:D

[Fster]

I plan on meeting a fellow PA ST'er early Saturday morning, but have not locked into a exact time or route. I will be leaving Pottsville, if any one is coming over from Jersey my way let me know and maybe we could hook up for the ride north.Hotel Manor is 110 miles from Pottsville, Approximately 2.5 hours.

[shipdadip]

Anybody know the condition of Slate Run Road? I'm thinking of taking 44 down and than cutting across Slate Run Road.

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Slate+Run+Road,+PA&sll=41.488649,-77.536869&sspn=0.060308,0.109863&ie=UTF8&ll=41.492764,-77.535839&spn=0.060304,0.109863&z=13&iwloc=addr

[scootac]

Anybody know the condition of Slate Run Road? I'm thinking of taking 44 down and than cutting across Slate Run Road.



The last mile or two at the bottom is broken pavement. From 44 to there is 1 lane (barely) and dirt. Don't know quality of dirt or how steep it might be coming down over the mountain. Maybe find a topo map?
Maybe i could check it out before the 4th.

George

[RobertCShay]

If I'm up at my house in the Poconos on October 4th, I'd like to join the group for lunch at Slate Run.

[Mcreviver]

The laST time I was up at Hotel Manor, the supper menu didn't kick in until 4PM. Before that, the lunch items consisted of sandwiches/hamburgers. Has anybody checked on this yet?

[scootac]

The laST time I was up at Hotel Manor, the supper menu didn't kick in until 4PM. Before that, the lunch items consisted of sandwiches/hamburgers. Has anybody checked on this yet?

Refer to post #77.
Yes, lunch is salads, soups, and sandwiches. Which is pretty much what I expected at lunch.
If we waited till after 4 though, I don't think we would be having close to 20 people planning to be there! Having it at NOON allows people to ride 4-5 hours to get there, eat, ride 4-5 hours back home before dark and be sitting on the couch with wifey and the kids watching college football or whatever else trips your trigger on a Saturday night.
Will we be seeing you there?

Scootac

PS-- I did ride in the 9/11 ride in Williamsport. It was quite an experience to see all the people along the route. :amflag:
Thanks for the post about it.
They need to do a better job in how they have everybody leave the ballpark though. Just a cluster**** the way it is now. IMHO

[Mcreviver]

Yes, I would like to come and meet some of you. I thought there would be some more road exploring than just up and back and a meal. Huh/ Whazzat? My ears are STill ringing from the loud pipe crowd. Even ear plugs didn't stop all the noise. This was my third 9-11 ride and it does get bigger every year. Everyone should try to make it at least once to experience the tremendous pride and patriotism displayed by everyone waving flags along the route. Well, except for that one silver haired, burned out, ex-hippie holding the 9-11 Truth.org sign between Hughesville and Muncy. I hoped she saw my hand gesture as I rode past.

[SteveST1300]

George can you suggest motels in the area is Williamsport closer then Wellsboro? I am going to shack up somwhere Saturday night and head home Sunday.

[scootac]

George can you suggest motels in the area is Williamsport closer then Wellsboro? I am going to shack up somwhere Saturday night and head home Sunday.

Williamsport is maybe a little further away than Wellsboro, but can make better time getting from Slate Run to Williamsport, some 4 lane highway to Williamsport. There's been several motels near Williamsport mentioned here, White Deer Motel, for one. There's probably 4-5 chain motels in Williamsport, and the Genetti Hotel right downtown. Lock Haven and Lamar are west of Slate Run, we have Comfort Inn, Hampton and Best Western here. South of Williamsport on Rt 15 about 25 miles is Lewisburg, probably 6-8 chain places near there. But, Lewisburg is home of Bucknell, so will depend if they have a home football game that week-end. Also, Lycoming College is in Williamsport, so same thing might apply there too.
Let me know how you make out.

George

[STBNE]

My work schedule has been revised and I am not sure I will be able to make this RTE.I have requested this day off but because of staffing issues I may not make it.But if there is a chance...I'll be there...I'll keep you all updated.:rolleyes:

[SteveST1300]

Thanks George once CT STOC is done Todd and I will make our plans. So far I know he is coming to my place on Friday night we will leave here early Saturday to get to the RTE then we will probably go for a ride somewhere spend the night Saturday somewhere and head for home Sunday.

[Mcreviver]

For your lodging info:
Best Western 1840 E Third St, 570-326-1981
Bings Motel, 2961 Lycoming Creek Road, 570-494-0601
Budget Motel, 2295 Lycoming Creek Road, 570-323-8591
(Close to Bob logue Honda and his museum.)

Candlewood Suites, 1836 East Third St, 570-601-9100
Econo Lodge, 2019 East Third, 570-326-1501
Fairfield Inn, 1840 East Third, 570-601-9200
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott, 104 Maynard St, 570-601-9200
Governor Shulze House Bed and Breakfast, 748 Broad Street, Montoursville, 570-368-8966
Grandview Motel, 4860 S Rt 220, Linden, PA 570-326-0445
Hampton Inn, 140 Via Bella, Williamsport, 570-323-6190
Holiday Inn Downtown, 100 Pine Street, Williamsport, 570-327-8231
Quality Inn, 234 RT 15, Williamsport, 570-323-9801
Super 8 Motel, Old Montoursville and Warrensville Road Exit, (Off I-180) 570-368-8111

Need any more directions, just ask.

[Fster]

Was really looking forward to this Oct 4th NE PA ride but unfortunately I had a accident at work involving my right hand resulting in 2 crushed fingers and a partial amputation and don't know if I will be riding by then. I have been waiting for the cooler weather all summer and now this. I only hope this heals fast before the season ends.

[bunson]

Was really looking forward to this Oct 4th NE PA ride but unfortunately I had a accident at work involving my right hand resulting in 2 crushed fingers and a partial amputation and don't know if I will be riding by then. I have been waiting for the cooler weather all summer and now this. I only hope this heals fast before the season ends.

Real sorry to hear that. I had a disagreement with a table saw a few years back. Lost half my thumb and they reattached the top 1/4 of the ring finger. Heal quick.

[Trekker]

Was really looking forward to this Oct 4th NE PA ride but unfortunately I had a accident at work involving my right hand resulting in 2 crushed fingers and a partial amputation and don't know if I will be riding by then. I have been waiting for the cooler weather all summer and now this. I only hope this heals fast before the season ends.

Hope you heal soon!

[Del]

Was really looking forward to this Oct 4th NE PA ride but unfortunately I had a accident at work involving my right hand resulting in 2 crushed fingers and a partial amputation and don't know if I will be riding by then. I have been waiting for the cooler weather all summer and now this. I only hope this heals fast before the season ends.

WOW Real sorry to learn of that, sounds nasty. I hope you do heal quick and make a speedy return to riding.

[scootac]

Was really looking forward to this Oct 4th NE PA ride but unfortunately I had a accident at work involving my right hand resulting in 2 crushed fingers and a partial amputation.

OUCH!!!
Real sorry to hear, hope you heal quick and as completely as possible.

George

[mitchnj]

George looks like I am in. I will be coming up with Todd and whoever comes with him from CT.

Hi Steve,

Depending on where you're leaving from maybe I could join in? Flanders is only a few minutes from me.

Mitch

[scootac]

OK!!!!
It's almost time!!! :mcrider: :eat2: :chat1:

Time to decide. Do I or don't I?

So far, I've got about 15 that gave pretty definite "Yes's". There's another 5-8 sitting on the fence. And there's probably a couple that never replied, or haven't seen it yet, that have/will decide "Yea, I'm in".
I don't need a carved in stone number, but would like to call the place early next week and give them a guesstimate of how many they should expect.
The 15 that are "Come Hell or high water, I'll be there", you're already counted. If you've been on the fence, give me your best guess if you'll make it or not.

Again: Hotel Manor in Slate Run, Noon, Saturday October 4th

And if riding early or late, watch out for the :deer1: and :tb1:

See Ya!

George

[FOG]

Looks like I am out, I have a wedding to attend that day. Have fun and ride safe!!

[gene]

You the man George ,we will see you and LouAnn next week :D

[bunson]

I expect to be there. Looking forward to it. Just spent the 14th & 15th up there with Christian Sportbike Association.

[Kempo-STer]

In case you don't know...I'm IN! And I have Power Pillion Samantha will be with me. Its her 15th Birthday next week and she STILL has not dis-owned me:D

[STBNE]

Looks like I'm out on this one...see y'all next time.

[rulbe]

I plan on riding up for Lunch and head back in the afternoon, may bring another ST er! See you next weekend!

Randy

[scootac]

Power Pillion Samantha will be with me. Its her 15th Birthday next week and she STILL has not dis-owned me:D

From what I hear about you, ( from good sources!:D ) it's just a matter of time!!!

Be good to meet you, Kempo!

George

[gene]

Oh , I see Mr Incredible's reputation procedes him :p: The man or the myth :p: It wouldn't be the same without ya buddy. That kid of yours must have one thick skin :D

[RobertCShay]

I'm out. I'll be riding round-trip from CT to OH (1,300 miles with a long time on I-80) the following weekend - Oct. 10-12th - and want to keep my powder dry.

Maybe next time...

[Kessie]

I will be there & if is the weather is good Joyce will come also.
See you there!!
Kevin

[scootac]

I will be there & if is the weather is good Joyce will come also.
See you there!!
Kevin

I knew you had seen this, and was pretty much sure you'd make it!
You just weren't telling anybody yet. :cool:

Do you think you know the way?:D

Have a good one!

George

[SteveST1300]

Randy Mitch Todd and I will be heading out early Saturday morning from Flanders on RT 206. I will talk to you.

[CarSalesman]

Robin and I will be there for lunch. My shoulder is all healed up, so I won't have to drive a Mustang this time!

Just got back from a week long trip on the ST1100. Sayre, Pa, to Montreal. Montreal to Bar Harbor. Bar Harbor to Lincoln, NH. Then home. Planned to go to Burlington, VT, for the last weekend, but with the weekend being a wash-out, no fun there. The whole trip was about 2k miles, and only the last day had some rain.

The ST1100 was amazing. The new suspension from Traxxion+Penske totally changes the handling and ride. Expensive, but worth it.

[Kempo-STer]

Robin and I will be there for lunch. My shoulder is all healed up, so I won't have to drive a Mustang this time!

Just got back from a week long trip on the ST1100. Sayre, Pa, to Montreal. Montreal to Bar Harbor. Bar Harbor to Lincoln, NH. Then home. Planned to go to Burlington, VT, for the last weekend, but with the weekend being a wash-out, no fun there. The whole trip was about 2k miles, and only the last day had some rain.

The ST1100 was amazing. The new suspension from Traxxion+Penske totally changes the handling and ride. Expensive, but worth it.

Sure you don't want to go to CT STOC instead...Man did you miss a party!!:p:
See you on Saturday

[scootac]

Robin and I will be there for lunch.

By my count, that makes us 19.

C'mon, we need one more for an even 20!!!

Someone, go get a buddy!!!!
Drag 'em along!!!
Tie SWMBO on back!!!!:D


Scootac

[SteveST1300]

George I don't know if you counted us all Randy Rulbe is coming and may be bringing a friend then there is Todd and Mitch and me. Now for some great weather!

[Trekker]

The weather will be great. Looks like it might be around 60 degrees... but at least mostly dry. :D

I hoping my heated jacket liner gets here on time....:rolleyes:

Scootac, We might have Mike Helms tagging along with us. He is clearing his calendar and hoping to make the trip for lunch.

[scootac]

I hoping my heated jacket liner gets here on time....:rolleyes:



Gee, if you get that, then you'll be all ready for........


SNOW!!!!



:D:D:D:D

[rulbe]

Steve
Just got a call and my friend won't be able to make it. I will be solo, let me know where we can meet.
Randy

[Kempo-STer]

The weather will be great. Looks like it might be around 60 degrees... but at least mostly dry. :D

I hoping my heated jacket liner gets here on time....:rolleyes:

Scootac, We might have Mike Helms tagging along with us. He is clearing his calendar and hoping to make the trip for lunch.

Whats with you guys and heated gear??? It doesn't even enter my conscience until around 40 and even then I only wish I had heated gloves??

Some guys were even plugged in at CT stoc and its was 60's and 70's...Hayzuuues...:rolleyes:

[Mcreviver]

I probably live closer than anyone else, so count me in. Anybody coming up RT 44 from RT 15? If so, I'm just a stone's throw off 44 as you come down off the mountain above Elimsport.

[shipdadip]

I'm going to try to make it. Have to try to get my parents to babysit which i think is possible. Gonna try to cut over Slate Run Road off of 44. :PoPoST1:

[GRN]

Whats with you guys and heated gear??? It doesn't even enter my conscience until around 40 and even then I only wish I had heated gloves??

Some guys were even plugged in at CT stoc and its was 60's and 70's...Hayzuuues...:rolleyes:

Heated gear? What's that? :rolleyes:

Candy :butt1:'s :p:

[Kempo-STer]

Heated gear? What's that? :rolleyes:

Candy :butt1:'s :p:

no kidden

[SteveST1300]

who did this this is a RTE thread:th1:Call me what you want but once it gets below 40 the heated gear comes out! Its about comfort more than anything. If I am going to ride when its 20 deg or less I want to be comfortable.

[Trekker]

Whats with you guys and heated gear??? It doesn't even enter my conscience until around 40 and even then I only wish I had heated gloves??

Some guys were even plugged in at CT stoc and its was 60's and 70's...Hayzuuues...:rolleyes:

I will feel lucky if the morning temps are near 40, plus it will be damp (if not wet).... that's enough to chill me.

**** Hijack Terminated ****

[SteveST1300]

I hear ya Dave I will probably bring mine as well, it never hurts to be prepared. I have thin blood and get cold quickly! Thats what happens when you are born in the Mediteranean

[Kempo-STer]

I will feel lucky if the morning temps are near 40, plus it will be damp (if not wet).... that's enough to chill me.

**** Hijack Terminated ****

yeah but when you mentioned heated gear you were talking about temps in the 60's...nanernanerfoofoo

40's I'm with you. I'd like to have heated gloves at that point..

[STBNE]

Hey everyone...theres an outside chance that I'll be able to make this,but wont know 'til I can talk to my supervisor.So it'll be a last minute thing if I can make it.Heated gear?Wimps...LOL...40* and I'm just cooling off.Love the Fall riding season.Hope to know more abt this soon...:D

[leveredge]

I'm going to try to make it Sat. If it's not too cold :rolleyes:
I don't think Viv is coming with me so I'll be solo, probably. Unless she changes my mind!

[STBNE]

OK ..I just got the news....its not what I was expecting either!As of this week I'll have too much time on my hands....my job has been cut!Seems the store isnt doing what the parent company wants to see...so were closing up shop.Everyone's gettin laid off:(.So if I feel up to this RTE..I'll be there...:rolleyes:At this point I'm really bummed:(

[scootac]

OK ..I just got the news....its not what I was expecting either!As of this week I'll have too much time on my hands....my job has been cut!Seems the store isnt doing what the parent company wants to see...so were closing up shop.Everyone's gettin laid off:(.So if I feel up to this RTE..I'll be there...:rolleyes:At this point I'm really bummed:(

Hey Ben--
Sounds like the BEST time for a RTE for you!!!
Take a ride, talk to some like-minded folk, put that crap behind you for a little while at least, clear your head!
Wasn't it the Harley ad that said "Screw it, Let's Ride"?
Gotta admit, they DO have good marketing and advertising campaigns!

It's to be clear and in the mid 60's!!!

Scootac

[scootac]

By my count, that makes us 19.

C'mon, we need one more for an even 20!!!

Someone, go get a buddy!!!!
Drag 'em along!!!
Tie SWMBO on back!!!!:D


Scootac

Way to go guys!!!!:bow1:

Latest count is.......... 21!!!!!:D

:bannana

[Fster]

I was looking forward to this ride but an accident at work will keep me from my ST for quite some time. My wife would like to take a ride north to see the foliage so if no one will take offense I might stop by Hotel Manor for a meet and greet in the cage then maybe head over to Hyner View for the scenery. Have a safe and enjoyable ride all.

[SteveST1300]

Just show up it doesn't matter what you ride in on or in! Just to be there and meet a bunch of str's and have lunch and chat thats what its about!:03biker:

[STBNE]

Hey Scoot...Most likely I am gonna be there.Dont know abt hooking up with anybody for the ride up... but I will hook up with everyone at the Hotel Manor:rolleyes:

[mitchnj]

George I don't know if you counted us all Randy Rulbe is coming and may be bringing a friend then there is Todd and Mitch and me. Now for some great weather!

Right now the forecast is calling for great weather! Let me know what time and where in Flanders to meet up on Sat. Looking forward to ride!
Mitch:PoPoST1:

[SteveST1300]

Mitch I am thinking we will leave between 6 and 6:30 AM.

[Trekker]

Dean & I are leaving the north coast by 6:30 am. We're gonna take a somewhat scenic route and plan to get there right at noon...ish, if not before. Dean thinks I'm a slowpoke.... :D

I'll be the guy cowering in the corner checking in with my wife every 10 minutes on the cell phone, cause she's in charge.:rolleyes:

Really looking forward to catching up with friends, and making new ones.

[gene]

Dave I'll bet money you won't be the only he man checking in with the boss, I'm gonna save the minutes and just bring her along :D

[scootac]

I'll be the guy cowering in the corner checking in with my wife every 10 minutes on the cell phone, cause she's in charge.:rolleyes:



That's if you can get cell service there!

I'm sure glad we're a loooong ways from Alabama!!!:D

[DeanR]

Slowpoke? Where'd ya get that idea Dave. No way!

[scootac]

A couple of quick notes while I think about it.

Get gassed up before you head off Rt 220 or coming down Rt. 287.
I'm not SURE there's any place to get gas once you head north or south on Rts. 44 and 414.
Hotel Manor phone # is 570-753-8414 if you have any troubles. Be careful though, don't wanna have to do a "Shuey" rescue!:eek:
My home phone # is 570-726-6527 if you need to call me. We'll probably be leaving the house 9-9:30 Saturday morning and heading to Slate Run.
Have a good ride! :D

Scootac and Lou Ann

[SteveST1300]

Dave are you going to be able to handle missing your college team play on Saturday?:D

[Fster]

scootac, you can get gas in Waterville at Mcconnells country store next to the Waterville Hotel on 44 just about 15 miles before the Hotel Manor if your coming from the South or East

[CarSalesman]

You will NOT get cell service anywhere near that area!

[Trekker]

Dave are you going to be able to handle missing your college team play on Saturday?:D

Oh!! I have a friend that will video tape the debate between the Monroe Community College Roaring Kittens and the Genesee Community College Flaming Pigs. Should be a barn burner!

[rulbe]

Scootac

Looks like my friend will be able to ride up with me so there will be additional head count!
See you there!
Randy

[shipdadip]

I don't think I can make it this weekend. I have too much stuff going on. Maybe next time :06biker:

[st1300r]

Scootac

Looks like my friend will be able to ride up with me so there will be additional head count!
See you there!
Randy

Hey Randy what time are kickstands up?

[SteveST1300]

Hey Randy don't let Carl lead!:D

[pretbek]

Hey Randy don't let Carl lead!:D

Oh come on, everyone can use some practice of the low speed u-turn.

:D

[Trekker]

Dennis, will you be joining us for lunch??

[pretbek]

Dennis, will you be joining us for lunch??

There, now you made me cry again.

No, I won't. SWAMBO is in school that day for her Master's (only 4 more years...), so I'm watching our three children. I'm not rich enough to afford a babysitter from 7am until 7pm.

[Trekker]

There, now you made me cry again.

No, I won't. SWAMBO is in school that day for her Master's (only 4 more years...), so I'm watching our three children. I'm not rich enough to afford a babysitter from 7am until 7pm.

Do'H! Sorry about that cupcake! :D

That's OK, I hear the pie there isn't any good. :rolleyes:

[SteveST1300]

I am expecting Todd at my place sometime Friday night and Mitch Saturday morning. The plan is to meet withe Randy at Garys in Nescopek by 9 AM.

[rulbe]

Steve
Bill and I are planning on leaving around 6:30 am and run interstate to Gary's house just before 9. See you Saturday!

Randy

[gene]

I'll chip in $5 for Dennis and his sitter fund !!

[Del]

I am expecting Todd at my place sometime Friday night and Mitch Saturday morning. The plan is to meet withe Randy at Garys in Nescopek by 9 AM.

Pray tell please, what is a Nescopek and is it on my route north out of Harrisburg?

[SteveST1300]

Mike Gary lives in Nescopek are you going to try and meet us there? I will PM you the address.

[st1300r]

Oh come on, everyone can use some practice of the low speed u-turn.

:D

Actually he was (also?) referring to close encounters of the :policeST: kind.:rolleyes:

[Del]

George, please add one more to your head count, se ya'll at lunch.

[leveredge]

Do'H! Sorry about that cupcake! :D

That's OK, I hear the pie there isn't any good. :rolleyes:


Dennis. You wouldn't get any pie if Trekker Dave is there anyway. That's what happened to me at CT-STOC.
My route down to Slate Run looks like about 5 hours or so. Man! That's like getting up to go to work type time in the AM. Viv has a nasty flu cold type thing and is staying home. So I'll be solo.
C U folks tomorrow in Pa.
Trekker. Should I wash the bike?

[Trekker]

Trekker. Should I wash the bike?

Wash... the... bike ?????? :confused::confused::confused::confused::confused: Huh???? :confused::confused::confused::confused::confused:

[leveredge]

Wash... the... bike ?????? :confused::confused::confused::confused::confused: Huh???? :confused::confused::confused::confused::confused:


Trekker. You think there will be room to park the trailer for the bike down there?

[Mcreviver]

It's going to be a frosty morning but afternoon highs will be 60+.

[motomac]

It's going to be a frosty morning but afternoon highs will be 60+.
How frosty is frosty??? I was thinking of riding the KLR to this, it's only a couple of hundred miles, but if we're talking in the 20's and 30's, I'll take the Wing.

[Stermp66]

Well we are going to try to get in on this one if things go good the wife (swambo) and myself will be going,,, I hope there will be enough room? We will be coming on the Orange wing from Scranton area. Prolly shoot out rt 6 most of the way.

Paul & Ginny

Edit: How many of us are going to be there now?

[Trekker]

The morning forecast is for around 38 degrees and maybe a little damp, which means a little colder in a shady sections. Not too bad. Lots of leaves are starting to drop, which could be a little slick too.

[motomac]

Thanks Dave. I'll go with the KLR if it isn't raining here in the AM.

[scootac]

How many of us are going to be there now?



The count keeps climbing.

Looks there will be at least 30 if nobody backs out between now and morning.

Overnight low for Slate Run is 37. Mostly sunny tomorrow, high of 61. 5-8 mph wind.

This isn't going to be an RTE.

It's going be an INVASION!!!!:wave1::banr1::yr1:

[motomac]

Just think in a couple of years, maybe 400+ like Terry's Moonshine lunch run!!!

[SteveST1300]

Its going to be good to see you MAC. Great job George can they handle this many for lunch! One thing I know about STer's we can eat!:03biker::D

[Mcreviver]

If we max out the restaurant seating, I'll head back to Waterville. I want to try the Waterville Hotel restaurant. It's under new ownership and has recently been renovated and has reopened in the last few weeks. Also, Happy Acres at the Little Pine Dam has real french fries, not the cardboard junk most places serve.

[STBNE]

The count keeps climbing.

Looks there will be at least 30 if nobody backs out between now and morning.

Overnight low for Slate Run is 37. Mostly sunny tomorrow, high of 61. 5-8 mph wind.

This isn't going to be an RTE.

It's going be an INVASION!!!!:wave1::banr1::yr1:
Yee Haw!:headbang::run1::eat2:

[Stermp66]

Well, we will have to catch everyone next time we made as far as rickets glen state park, and moma was turnin' in to a popsicle lol so I pulled into a restaraunt and got her warmed up, then it was to late to catch everyone at the meeting place so we took it easy getting back to carbondale. Gona have to get some type of electric clothing for her LOL She was bundled up pretty good but the with jacket and pants just needs to have heat in them.

[Mcreviver]

Well, we had a good turn out. More than 20 bikes showed up. Weather was comfortable at noon time, and we all ate outside on the dining deck over looking Pine Creek. Leaf colors are not going to peak for another week or two since we haven't had a hard freeze yet. Any of you who couldn't make it this week, try again later.

[leveredge]

Nice lunch guys! I just got back home. 488 miles around the block and back. Man! Did I find some nice roads down there. Pa 858 (I think) a real gem. Brand new pavement! I don't usually pass folks but that road needed some more speed! Next time I'll have to bring the Pa. map. The Vt. map I had in the tank bag was not much help! Great RTE Gerorge!

[STBNE]

My 2nd RTE and my first 500+ mile day on an ST.Total miles was 511.Great roads,scenery,weather and friends.I've got nearly 500 pictures to sort thru!Dont worry I wont post them all...:p:Randy,Carl and...oh sorry...CRS just kicked in..but anyways guys good ridin home with ya...we made excellent time.pulled into the garage at 6:20...time for a Lambic and the hot tub...:D Pics forthcoming;)

[motomac]

Well, I counted 24 people and then Mike? showed up as I was leaving. Great food! Our waitress was also great. I don't know
how many tables she had going, but she kept everyine happy with food and drinks. Super to see old friends and meet new ones. Not everyday I get to meet a skunk slayer. He even had a perfumed candle to ward off unpleasant odors.

I failed to score a motel in Albany and what mistake that was!!! I am in Manchester and got one of the last two rooms in town. Every motel in Bennington had NO lit up. See some of you tomorrow.
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[rulbe]

Mac

Great to see you again!

Here is a photo I took, Enjoy!

Randy

[CarSalesman]

Great trip today. Enjoyable conversation with all! I rode the GS today, thinking I would hit some of the dirt roads, which I did.

After lunch, leaving town, I hooked up behind a threesome of ST13s, on 414W (which actually runs SE at that point!). We all turned north on 44, going up the winding hill. Great fun, but the road surface was recently chipped. The surface was not loose, but there were many patches that did, and then didn't, have the chip. Looked like they washed out in rain. It felt like tar snakes, and was quite unsettling.

Top of the hill, the group of three ST13s turned south on 644 to their destination. I continued north on 44, looking for Hyner park/point, which I found a short while later. Made the trip to top of the point, then continued home up 44 to Galeton, and on from there.

View from Hyner Point:

http://www.donferrario.com/st/CRW_9787.jpg

[STBNE]

Great trip today. Enjoyable conversation with all! I rode the GS today, thinking I would hit come of the dirt roads, which I did.

After lunch, leaving town, I hooked up behind a threesome of ST13s, on 414W (which actually runs SE at that point!). We all turned north on 44, going up the winding hill. Great fun, but the road surface was recently chipped. The surface was not loose, but there were many patches that did, and then didn't, have the chip. Looked like they washed out in rain. It felt like tar snakes, and was quite unsettling.

Top of the hill, the group of three ST13s turned south on 644 to their destination. I continued north on 44, looking for Hyner park/point, which I found a short while later. Made the trip to top of the point, then continued home up 44 to Galeton, and on from there.

View from Hyner Point:

http://www.donferrario.com/st/CRW_9787.jpg

Don great to meet up with you...Glad you made it to Hyner view.:cool:

[STBNE]

I have a small photo essay of today's ride to Slate Run....hope you enjoy these.I can nvr add captions...so the last one...is for you Shuey...we got him:D
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[STBNE]

More coming...
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[STBNE]

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[Del]

Well, I counted 24 people and then Mike? showed up as I was leaving. Great food! Our waitress was also great. I don't know
how many tables she had going, but she kept everyine happy with food and drinks. Super to see old friends and meet new ones. Not everyday I get to meet a skunk slayer. He even had a perfumed candle to ward off unpleasant odors.

I failed to score a motel in Albany and what mistake that was!!! I am in Manchester and got one of the last two rooms in town. Every motel in Bennington had NO lit up. See some of you tomorrow.
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Yes Mac, that was me. Thanks to my bricked Zumo 550 I discovered roads that are not on maps yet. Round trip of 566 miles for a lukewarm bowl of soup, would do it again tomorrow if I could. Thanks all.
Michael

[st1300r]

570mi for the day 40º and rain for a little bit broke down and turn on the heated gear, sorry Todd I'm a candy :butt1: Mac nice stash you're sportin there :) Always a pleasure. 20+ bikes from all over creation for an RTE that's got st-owners written all over it LOL. AND we saw what's left of shuey's bear:bow1:

[Kempo-STer]

Sam and I pulled in at 2. 32 degrees when Steve, Mitch and I left the "no tell motel"..

915 miles total. Hot tub is calling me:D

Great to see new friends and old ones alike..

Don,
You were directly behind me along with the other 2 bikes. Yeah that road would have been good if not for all the tar chips....I was all over the raod trying to pick the cleanest debris free path...

[gene]

Home safe and sound after staying the night in a upscale bed and breakfast with more food then a few Ster's could eat :D Had a great time seeing old friends and makin new ones ,and the mountian passes are so nice !! Thanks George and Lou Ann it was great !!

[mhelms]

Nice day for a ride and a good lunch. Thanks George for putting this together. You plan this outdoors to keep my STink down?

[pretbek]

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Awesome MC jacket!! Whose is that?

I'm very sorry I missed you all, it's great to read you had a good time. If I had had the opportunity, I would have made the ride even for a cold bowl of soup.


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Dang Kempo-San, is that the same little girl that sat at our table on the last night of last-year's NJSTOC!???!?!!
It is so cool that she enjoys riding with you all these long trips.

[acedantinne]

George and LuAnn,
We almost turned around half to 2/3s of the way there because we hit rain for maybe 20 minutes to a half hour. Bob asked me if I wanted to turn around and I said what for we are almost there. Glad we continued because the lunch spot was beautiful and glad to meet all the ST owners group. Beautiful weather even though was a little chilly at start.
LuAnn thanks for picking the day. George thanks for staging the event. Bob and I continued on to Hyner View and the Grand Canyon which I had never seen before even
though we use to go camping in Potter County (Ole Bull State Park and Kettle Creek) years ago. Hyner Point was gorgeous. That night we stayed at nephews house in Berwick, Pa. and came home today. So we had a nice weekend. 499.9 miles.
Think about it, maybe this could be a yearly lunch run. So next year could be the 2nd
annual. Thanks again, Sue and Bob Dantinne

[Trekker]

Home by 5pm Sunday... took the long way home. :D
Couple of shots of DeanR on the road, Gene & Lisa at lunch, Kempo & I had a "moment"..... Kessie heading home via the dirt road in the background that goes over the mountain, Covered bridge in Forksville PA.

Last pic- What do riders do when not riding or eating? Plan roads to ride in the kitchen of good friends!! Thanks George & Lou Ann !!:D

[Mcreviver]

Whoever made the Forksville sign has a much better command of a router than the King's English.

[scootac]

Thanks to everybody that made it up/down Pine Creek to the Manor!
Hope you all had a great day and enjoyed the ride and location.
I REALLY enjoyed seeing the parking lot full of bikes from half a dozen states or more when the "other" bikes pulled in and had to park in the stones and sit inside or stand outside because the deck was full of RIDERS!!!!:D:D:D::wave1:

Have a good winter!


George

[Kempo-STer]

Dang Kempo-San, is that the same little girl that sat at our table on the last night of last-year's NJSTOC!???!?!!
It is so cool that she enjoys riding with you all these long trips.

Nope that is the older one Samantha who just turned 15 this past week. (Lord Help Me)

[SteveST1300]

I gotta say it was a great weekend! Todd & Sam, Mitch and I had a great ride after lunch. Our Motel was lets say an INTERESTING place. ( twilight zone music here ) Gary thank you and your lovely wife for warming us up on the ride in, and thanks for leading us on a great route! AWESOME!!! It was good to see more ST's than Harleys in a lot at a bar. Great location and great people both old and new friends.:bow1:

[st1300r]

Thanks to everybody that made it up/down Pine Creek to the Manor!
Hope you all had a great day and enjoyed the ride and location.
I REALLY enjoyed seeing the parking lot full of bikes from half a dozen states or more when the "other" bikes pulled in and had to park in the stones and sit inside or stand outside because the deck was full of RIDERS!!!!:D:D:D::wave1:

Have a good winter!


George

Great day great view great weather on the deck the ST clan and some sweet roads. The loud crowd standing in the corner scratchin their heads LOL.
Thanks Great job!:bow1:

[Mcreviver]

I overheard the HD bikers saying, "This is a V-4!" And one other said, "So is this one!!!" LOL Duh...

[Mcreviver]

I forgot to ask but, where did those nice black and chrome "V-4" emblems come from on one of the bikes? An outboard motor maybe? Where can I get two and how much are they?

[SteveST1300]

Pat Sirepair may be able to help you he is the guy doing the Pan American Badges as well.

[Mellow]

Great pics!!!

[STBNE]

I overheard the HD bikers saying, "This is a V-4!" And one other said, "So is this one!!!" LOL Duh...
Gee whiz those fellas were smart...wonder how they knew that?My bike has V-4 badging that I bought after a group buy here.They came from the UK.

[STBNE]

I forgot to ask but, where did those nice black and chrome "V-4" emblems come from on one of the bikes? An outboard motor maybe? Where can I get two and how much are they?
CRS kicked in but I do remember ordering these from a guy in the UK.They charged me in English currency so not sure how much I paid...but its abt $15 USD.There should be something here in the archives...

[motomac]

Since I left the Slate Run gathering, I went to Putney NH for some BBQ and then back home, so I just finished up my ride. Hit a couple of neat rads in VT on the way to Putney from Manchester. I'll post some pictures a little later. Total miles for the two RTE's: 1,401.

[SteveST1300]

A few of my pictures.

[SteveST1300]

And a few more.

[motomac]

I'm done putting new tires on the KLR and getting it ready for NC this coming weekend, so here's some more pictures.

[gene]

A few pictures more

[STBNE]

Part 2...since I am still for want of more local roads...I have made reservations for 2 nites at Hotel manor Oct 14th and 15th.I'll be trailering the ST this time as I have to limit my saddle time.I've a mild tear in my achilles tendon..so I'm saving myself for the roads in W.PA.Weather looks to be excellent too...finally I'll get to do Rt 120:D

[st1300r]

Part 2...since I am still for want of more local roads...I have made reservations for 2 nites at Hotel manor Oct 14th and 15th.I'll be trailering the ST this time as I have to limit my saddle time.I've a mild tear in my achilles tendon..so I'm saving myself for the roads in W.PA.Weather looks to be excellent too...finally I'll get to do Rt 120:D


Ben be careful with that. I ruptured mine about a year ago. Trust me, you don't want to do that;)

[STBNE]

Ben be careful with that. I ruptured mine about a year ago. Trust me, you don't want to do that;)
Thanks Carl appreciate the advice...actually felt pretty good today...was able to get in a good ride.But if I keep it in the 200-300 mile range then I can do that pretty comfortably.Trailering the bike to and from will save me for the real good stuff...;)