Oklahoma Campout Nov. 7-9, 2008

[Mr. Guy]

If your looking for a place to go early November, give this a thought.
I was just wondering how many in the Ok. or near Ok. area would like to get together for a camp out. I was thinking Nov. 7-9, Fri, Sat, Sun, 2008 at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. This is in the area that Road Runner magazine did an article in their Aug '08 issue. Not the most exciting roads for sport riders, but an interesting area none the less. Camp Doris in the refuge is a real nice campground that I have visited many times. We often see deer in the camp and sometimes buffalo. The entire refuge is free range. If this sounds interesting to you, post a reply and we'll see if this will fly.

Thanks, Guy


http://www.fws.gov/southwest/refuges/oklahoma/wichitamountains/

[Mr. Guy]

For the whole story see this thread also:

http://www.motocampers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1377

Thanks, Guy

[GulfXray]

Guy.

I'm still a strong maybe - will depend on whether I get a new postion at work and if the new boss will let me have that Friday off... I should know by the end of the week...

Rest of my camping gear should show up Monday via the brown Santa... :D

[Mr. Guy]

Brown Santa is headed my way too, with a new tank bag for my son, I wanted my old one back.

I was planning to head down there after the kids got out of school so I'll get there around 5:30 or 6:00 myself. A late arrival wouldn't be any big deal.

Guy

[Mr. Guy]

My wife, Susan, and I were our sons Cub Scout pack leaders and we always cooked for everyone on the pack campouts so I was thinking we would do the same thing here. We'll pick up the food and bring the cook gear, in the truck, and do the cooking Fri. night, breakfast lunch and dinner Sat. and breakfast on Sun. Nothing fancy but it will be filling I promise. We do ask for a donation to cover food cost, About $8-$10 per person for all weekend would be great, thats what we did for the scouts, you can save a lot of money when you buy in bulk. This is not a job for us, we don't want to make money at it or it would be a job, we just do this for friends everyonce in a while. This way you won't have to carry extra gear or food to the campground. Were more likely to sit around and B.S. if we're all around one campfire too. Hope this makes sense.

Guy

[fredric]

Guy,

Do you need $$ now, or when we arrive at the campground?

[Mr. Guy]

At the campout would be great. Around Oct. 25th I'll ask for a final head count so I'll know how much food to bring and we'll go from there.

Guy

[Mr. Guy]

Hi All,
Is anyone interested in a short ride on Saturday? Just around the area or to points of interest. Two museums in the area I would recommend are the Fort Sill Historic Landmark:

http://sill-www.army.mil/Museum/Home%20Page.htm

This is on Fort Sill and you will need a safety vest to get on post.

And the Museum of the Great Plains:

http://www.museumgreatplains.org/

Or just ride around and view the country side. Comments please.

Guy

[Black and Blue]

Ah, heck, Mr. Guy...we'll follow you anywhere. As long as its paved.:D

[Mr. Guy]

Oh,......um.......paved roads,..I guess we could do that.:p


Yea, I'll keep it paved. I'm still coughing dust from the TAT.:)

Guy

[Mellow]

I'm questionable at this point, just realized that's my mom's birthday and with my dad passing earlier this year I'd like to spend it with her. If I take a day or two off to do that I might ride and then stop by the campground but no promises.

sorry about that.

[GulfXray]

I'm questionable at this point, just realized that's my mom's birthday and with my dad passing earlier this year I'd like to spend it with her. If I take a day or two off to do that I might ride and then stop by the campground but no promises.

sorry about that.

Mom's are way more important than this...

[Mellow]

Well, I doubt I can work it out but if I can I may pack her and the dog up and drive the truck over.. but, that's a stretch as she's not been feeling good lately so I'd have to bring the sofa too and a bed and tv.. LOL

[Tx White Knight]

I am out too, my boss came by today and told me I have a 7:45 am flight to Atlanta Wed morning, I asked when I was coming home and he said Christams????
:mad:

[Mr. Guy]

Hi Joe,

I lost my Mom when I was 19, so you'll get no complaints from me. We'll get together some other time I'm sure.

Guy

[Black and Blue]

Hey, Joe
Number one! Take care of your mom:) And if we do see there with the sofa, dog, and TV:eek: You are a good son:D

Hey, Steve
We feel for you:( We really do.

[ImRubicon]

I am looking forwqard to it also

[Mr. Guy]

Let me throw this out there, if there are any "lurkers", I prefer guest , out there and this sounds like something you're interested in, join up and jump in the fray. You're welcome too.

Guy

[Mr. Guy]

I love this pic:

http://www.smugmug.com/photos/22831826-L.jpg

Not mine, but I like it just the same.

Guy

[G-Man]

Count me in - :) :tent1:

Vacation is final and approved. :D

Is anyone else leaving from the DFW area?

This will be my first bike camping trip since the Hill Country ride with IMRUBICON, MOTOMAX, MELLOW, and several more.

:tent6:

G-man
05 Honda ST1300A
72 Honda CL350 - project bike
73 Honda CL360 - project bike

[fredric]

Is anyone else leaving from the DFW area?

I am leaving from Carrollton on Friday. Open as to time.

[ImRubicon]

My time is a go so am I ,
G-man dont forget your sleeping bag pad I dont know if there are any wally worlds in that part of the woods LOL
I think I said earlier that the Kiddo backed out so its just me and that means I get to bring less stuff .
See you all there

[Mr. Guy]

There is a Wal-Mart in Lawton Ok., but it's not close. We need to work on poopyone, Ozarkcowboy, and zipper and make sure they are there too.

Guy

[G-Man]

I am leaving from Carrollton on Friday. Open as to time.

Anytime works for me too. Might want to think about morning traffic - leave early before it gets heave (probably still be dark) or later about 8:30 to 9:00

Just a thought. I'd much rather ride with someone rather than by myself. You pick the time and we can set the meet point.

G-Man

:tent6:

05' ST1300A
72 Honda CL350 - project bike
73 Honda CL360 - project bike - it does run

[G-Man]

My time is a go so am I ,
G-man dont forget your sleeping bag pad I dont know if there are any wally worlds in that part of the woods LOL
I think I said earlier that the Kiddo backed out so its just me and that means I get to bring less stuff .
See you all there

Sorry about the Kiddo backing out but that would be painful on a 250 sport bike. After this thought developing in her brain you can expect to see a bit larger bike in her driveway. :D :D

I'm going to set up the tent and inventory the take-a-long goodies just to be certain the comfort factor is there.

[Mr. Guy]

Hi ImRubicon,

Instead of a bigger bike just show her this:

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=201349

Where there's a will there's a way.

Guy

[Mr. Guy]

27 days. Just a bump to keep it easy to find.

Guy

[fredric]

You pick the time and we can set the meet point.

G-Man ... email me at f.g.manchester <at> verizon.net and we can coordinate a meeting place.

[Mr. Guy]

Bump.

Guy

[Mr. Guy]

Just a little something to let you know where your going.

This is the original entrance:

http://lh6.ggpht.com/mrguy001/SPuyT4nb0NI/AAAAAAAAAS0/VKSZ4LAdkzI/s640/PICT0075.JPG

It's about 1/2 mile up a gravel road now and the modern entrance is paved.

View from Mount Scott:

http://lh3.ggpht.com/mrguy001/SPuyYz7Y_uI/AAAAAAAAAS8/DeYqp2RqCro/s640/PICT0076.JPG

A tent site at Camp Doris:

http://lh4.ggpht.com/mrguy001/SPuyk1BBk_I/AAAAAAAAATQ/md6VYdAVFWQ/s640/PICT0078.JPG

And a few scenic pics:

http://lh5.ggpht.com/mrguy001/SPuysxs2RdI/AAAAAAAAATg/H6vRS5RSEes/s640/PICT0080.JPG

http://lh3.ggpht.com/mrguy001/SPuyzMWf8dI/AAAAAAAAATw/tKbqBNz31VM/s640/PICT0082.JPG

http://lh4.ggpht.com/mrguy001/SPuyvtAK4gI/AAAAAAAAATo/cnqi09DlqKU/s640/PICT0081.JPG

Less than 3 more weeks, I can hardly wait.

Guy

P.S. All the pics from today:http://picasaweb.google.com/mrguy001/WMWR101908#

[Mellow]

Great pics thanks Guy.

[Tx White Knight]

looks like a cool place for sure :)
:tent5:

[Ozarkcowboy]

Well looks like I'm out!! Can't find anyone to fill in at the salt-mine.Sure does seem like a great location,if I find someone I will let you know.Was hoping to meet some of you all in person,hopefully next go-round.
Cowboy

[Mr. Guy]

Ok,

Less than two weeks away. If everyone who will be there will post up and let me know you will be there and if your solo or how many will be coming with you, I will know how much food to bring. If your a likely maybe, let me know that too. I'll be buying the food next wednesday, so if you change from a maybe to a yes please let me know. If at the last minute you decide you are going to make it, I always bring to much food, so don't worry about it, just let me know in time if you can. Here's a site for a forecast:

http://www.intellicast.com/Local/Weather.aspx?location=USOK0307

Hope to see you there, Guy

[Black and Blue]

Mr. Guy;

Good point on the PM...guess I couldn't add.:confused:

That will be two confirmed.

[GulfXray]

Guy,

I am a definite and just myself....

[ImRubicon]

If my back holds Out I am there . I got time off and I am riding almost every day in training LOL
Ok OK I ride for the fun of it .
Though its 35 here this morning and I will have to breakout the winter cold weather Joe Rocket to ride

[Mr. Guy]

Be brave, be brave. You'll make it I'm sure.:D

[Mr. Guy]

Mr. Guy;

Good point on the PM...guess I couldn't add.:confused:

That will be two confirmed.

Have you thought about trailering? You could still get some riding in out here that way.

Just a thought, Guy

[ImRubicon]

The trailer I have for the bike is pretty old and rusty . I would use it in a pinch local but not that far .
I am doing better every day so long as I dont tweak it between now and then I am sure I can get there (maybe slow ) but I can get there,
Besides I have new farkles I need to try out

[Black and Blue]

Have you thought about trailering? You could still get some riding in out here that way.

Just a thought, Guy

We have about three plans at the moment and one is the trailering idea. I'm for getting a bike over there one way or another. Thanks:)

[Vtwin]

Maybe this was covered earlier and I missed it. I'm hoping to be able to make it but have to decide whether to bring the ST or the KLR. Are there any good dual sport rides around the area there, or should I take the 'comfort' route ;) and bring the ST?
Howard

[Mr. Guy]

I haven't riden any back roads around there, so it would be a "pick a road and see where it goes" sort of thing. I guess just pick your poison and be there. You shouldn't be disappointed either way.

Hope to see you there, Guy

[Jetfixer]

I'm thinking about trailering my KLR there too. There has to be some dirt somewhere around the area.

[Chief]

I'm thinking about riding the Harley and pulling the trailer up but won't know until after this weekend and see if we get house stuff taken care of.

[ImRubicon]

I am bringing the ST so I hope there are other pavement riders.:eek:
Guy you should try a ST you may like the miles going by

[Mr. Guy]

Hi Jetfixer,
Like the rest of Ok lots of dirt roads I haven't riden in that area though.

Hi Chief,
House first would probably be a good idea, but we'll miss ya if you can't make it.

Hi ImRubicon,
I'm thinking about a ST, took my friends for a little ride this week and can't get it outa my head.

Guy

[ImRubicon]

Hi Jetfixer,
Like the rest of Ok lots of dirt roads I haven't riden in that area though.

Hi Chief,
House first would probably be a good idea, but we'll miss ya if you can't make it.

Hi ImRubicon,
I'm thinking about a ST, took my friends for a little ride this week and can't get it outa my head.

Guy

They do stick in your mind for sure. I had limited income so had to chose a motorcycle that could haul my large size and I wanted to do miles.
I felt a gold wing was too old fuddy duddy at the time ( I have learned better since)
I needed a all around good bike for short and med touring , a little fun in the twisties and I could use as a daily back and forth to work .
I have rode 650s and vtwins but always loved the Honda V4s . It fits the bill of most things well and can go long distance( I rode to Utah) and twisties (hill country ) as someone said I hit those too fast. Its pretty good in traffic back and forth to work ( sadly I do that more than anything else in life) so I am pretty happy with it .
The only thing I might do different is buy one a year old to avoid the first hit but after that they seem to hold value pretty good also .
But dont get black as its sure is pretty when clean but a pain to keep it that way . Not so bad this year as it hasnt rained that much so more dust than wet road grime. If I can fandangle it I would have a ZX-14 also for those days I need to scare myself a little , a Dual purpose like the tiger for those back roads and a nice goldwing for long trips a few timea a year. A custon V-twin for show off nights around town.
The ST fills most of those needs pretty well and the others a little .
Chicks do dig the custom vtwins but the wife wouldnt like that anyway :rolleyes:
Besides I look good on a black ST and it is just so smooth and works without a wimper. I follow the factory manual for maintance and it has been pretty much nonstop for me (only 19K miles) and I will most likely keep if for a few more years unless honda comes out with a color I like better . The new red is close and callingme but I am still happy with the bike I have

[Trailace]

Still trying to make it.

[Mr. Guy]

Hi All,

Okay so far I've got on the yes list:
Black and Blue +1
Gulfxray
ImRubicon +1
Jetfixer

And on the probables:
V-Twin
Chief
Trailace

Did I miss anyone, need to remove anyone, or rearrange my list. Still time to sign up.

Hope to see you there, Guy

[Black and Blue]

I packed the two motorcycles.
Then I packed one motorcycle and the SUV (so we can take the dogs).
Then I packed the SUV and put both bikes on the trailer.

To make a long story short, we are now taking the motor home. PERIOD.

Since we are taking a week over and a week back, I figured I would go in comfort.

If there is no room in the group camping for the behemoth, we can just walk over from an RV site with the chairs and dogs.
The whole point was to just meet some folks from the forum on this trip anyway.

The crazy "wife" part of Black & Blue:D

[Mellow]

Now that's some funny stuff right there... LOL

[Black and Blue]

Now that's some funny stuff right there... LOL

Not too sure hubby saw the humor in it.

After being "directed/requested" to put a bike on the trailer, take a bike off the trailer, put BOTH bikes on the trailer, then both bikes off the trailer...I have the feeling that he was kind of relieved when I said "we are all packed, your toothbrush is in the motor home".

I also think that waking up this morning to snow on the Sierras was helpful in convincing me that riding for two weeks might be sort of iffy this time of year.
I'm sure that riding Route 66 would be pleasant, but we have to get out of this crazy-weather valley first!

I'll call myself Mr Guys "support vehicle" at the camp out; the one with the refrigerator and oven

[ImRubicon]

Daughter has decided to take a vacation day and will be coming also with me . I said if she can ride that far I can ride that far slower LOL
She likes to :tent8: and wants to see what this thing I have for riding to camp is all about . We should head out about 8 or 9 am Friday Morn from Austin . We may take a few indirect routes as she can hold a good 70 on her bike while I am tempted to ride at 80 plus, After this trip I think I can talk her into a larger bike .
She doesnt take the cold well so we will see how much whining I have to listen to :rolleyes: :p 45 at night is good sleeping weather but then I spent a few years in the Great White North

[GulfXray]

I also think that waking up this morning to snow on the Sierras was helpful in convincing me that riding for two weeks might be sort of iffy this time of year.

Discretion is the better part of valor.

Looking forward to meeting you two Friday...

[Mr. Guy]

I'll call myself Mr Guys "support vehicle" at the camp out; the one with the refrigerator and oven


A little more suppport never hurt anyone.

Thanks, Guy

[Mr. Guy]

If you think you might need a little extra warmth at night, check this out.

http://www.motocampers.com/forums/showthread.php?p=14216#post14216

Guy

[Mr. Guy]

Hi All,

Okay so far I've got on the yes list:
Black and Blue +1
Gulfxray
ImRubicon +1
Jetfixer

And on the probables:
V-Twin
Chief
Trailace

Did I miss anyone, need to remove anyone, or rearrange my list. Still time to sign up.

Hope to see you there, Guy

[Black and Blue]

If you think you might need a little extra warmth at night, check this out.

http://www.motocampers.com/forums/showthread.php?p=14216#post14216

Guy

The wife uses the Dachshund:p

[ImRubicon]

The wife uses the Dachshund:p

We use the hound als but he snores a bit too .

[ImRubicon]

The wife uses the Dachshund:p

We use the hound also but he snores a bit too .
He was a stray that attached himself to me and I am his pal so he keeps the foot of the bed warm

[Mr. Guy]

Hi All,

Just thought I'd post a camp map, I'm planing to camp in loop A at Camp Doris.

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eAeUVzxF-uc/SQ28Cb23GTI/AAAAAAAAAW0/AWbaCdmoazc/s720/scan.jpg

There is a nice open area in the center of the loop and it's close to a new shower they keep open all winter.
Anyone bringing an RV or needing elec. for whatever could stay in loop E and be a short walk away. We will need to wait for the kids to get out of school, so may be there around 5:30 or 6:00.

Any questions just post up or PM.

Thanks, Guy

P.S. Can hardly wait!!

[Black and Blue]

Hi All,

Just thought I'd post a camp map, I'm planing to camp in loop A at Camp Doris.

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_eAeUVzxF-uc/SQ28Cb23GTI/AAAAAAAAAW0/AWbaCdmoazc/s720/scan.jpg

There is a nice open area in the center of the loop and it's close to a new shower they keep open all winter.
Anyone bringing an RV or needing elec. for whatever could stay in loop E and be a short walk away. We will need to wait for the kids to get out of school, so may be there around 5:30 or 6:00.

Any questions just post up or PM.



Thanks, Guy

P.S. Can hardly wait!!

Thanks for the info, Guy. We'll see you soon:)

[Mr. Guy]

You're welcome. See you there, Guy

[Mr. Guy]

Hi All,

I need to give ya'll a heads up, my mother-in-law went to get a heart scan last Fri. and her cardiologist found something he didn't like so she's going in this Friday for a heart catheterization and maybe get a stint installed. The plan for now is that we will be at the campout as planned, but it maybe that it's just me and the kids (no wife,the main cook, I just help), or not at all if, in the unlikely event something goes bad. I just wanted to let you know you might be on your own for the food after all. I really hope to be there, but I know ya'll will do fine with out me. Would kinda suck to not make it to my own campout. I have some of your cell #s, so if at the last minute I'll call someone and let you know what happened to me. But most of you will already be on the road before I will know for sure. I will at least try to be there on Sat. if nothing else. But the plan now is to go as planned.

Thanks, Guy

[ImRubicon]

I hope your mother in-law is ok and I understand how this would need to overwrite things
Thought are with you and your family

[Tx White Knight]

Guy, I hope all goes OK, I'll keep you and yours in my prayers

[Jetfixer]

Dang, Guy. I hope everything goes well. Prayers to your MIL.

[Mellow]

Guy... family first, no one is going to argue with that at all.

I hope your mother in law gets through this with no issues.

I've planned many events and not showed up at them, no big deal, just means you'll have to plan a 2nd one.

[GulfXray]

First things first Guy... We'll keep the family in our prayers...

[Trailace]

Guy sorry to hear about your mother-in-law.:(

[Black and Blue]

Hey, Guy
We are really sorry to hear this. We hope everything will go fine. Family first and we understand if the plans don't go thru. We are now in Holbrook, AZ. and will continue to the place as planned. Please let us know if we could do anything. We mean it!

Ernie and Colleen

[ImRubicon]

Guy... family first, no one is going to argue with that at all.

I hope your mother in law gets through this with no issues.

I've planned many events and not showed up at them, no big deal, just means you'll have to plan a 2nd one.

What john said .

Hey John you missed events . I hadnt noticed ??????:rolleyes:
Like I should talk as I finnally get out of the state .
Course if the cook isnt there we may have to try a meer burger :D or some BBQ close by .
I have never ate in OK BBQ or anything . always drove very fast to get past it so this will be different

[Mellow]

What john said .

Hey John you missed events . I hadnt noticed ??????:rolleyes:
Like I should talk as I finnally get out of the state .
Course if the cook isnt there we may have to try a meer burger :D or some BBQ close by .
I have never ate in OK BBQ or anything . always drove very fast to get past it so this will be different

Why do you keep calling me John.. it's starting to get me mad.. LOL

[ImRubicon]

Why do you keep calling me John.. it's starting to get me mad.. LOL

Mind is wandering at old age LOL :confused:
My phone even says joe and I dont know why that superimposes with john.
Maybe I cant remember names or camping trips why are you .. errr what was I saying .
Sorry Joe I am just flying at work and everyday is a buzz like the one before . I need thsis trip bad .
Same story as everywhere else we have more and more work and no headcount to help out . . The next year may mean travaling about 14 weeks plus so I am not looking forward to more projects . Oh and the yseem to have forgotten the more pay with more work thing also .
Its all good at least I am still working and can afford to go on a trip to OK.
Daughter is really trying to look at bigger bikes but I told her its a tad late before the weekend of a trip .
Bad way to test out a new bike

[Mellow]

No problem Mark... :D

[ImRubicon]

Ahh my outlook has you listed as John and since it is embedded in my brain and I have no life therefore your name is john ........
Are you still out for the weekend ?

[Mellow]

Yeah, Mom's birthday this weekend.

I keep trying to work out a way to stop by but I don't think it's going to fly.

Should be some great weather.. hope someone knows how to star a fire.. LOL

[GulfXray]

What john said .

Hey John you missed events . I hadnt noticed ??????:rolleyes:
Like I should talk as I finnally get out of the state .
Course if the cook isnt there we may have to try a meer burger :D or some BBQ close by .
I have never ate in OK BBQ or anything . always drove very fast to get past it so this will be different

Meer burger sounds good....

I still like the TX BBQ best - -Hard 8 in Stephenville....mmmmmmm .......

[ImRubicon]

Yeah, Mom's birthday this weekend.

I keep trying to work out a way to stop by but I don't think it's going to fly.

Should be some great weather.. hope someone knows how to star a fire.. LOL

head out late Sat after cake and stuff ???
Wish her a happy Birthday for us also

[Chief]

Looks like we are out on this one. Gonna be waiting on deliveries and the cable company all weekend.

Ya'll have fun.

[Mr. Guy]

Thanks to everyone for your well wishes, the Dr. acts like this is somewhat routine and should be done fairly early, so the plan is to be there Fri. as planned, maybe early Sat.

It'll take wild horses to keep me away, shes just my mother-in-law..............um.......to cold?

I'll call if something comes up.

Okay so far I've got on the yes list:
Black and Blue +1
Gulfxray
ImRubicon +1
Jetfixer

And on the probables:
V-Twin
Trailace
G-Man

Did I miss anyone, need to remove anyone, or rearrange my list. Still time to sign up.

I'll be food shopping tomorrow night and planning for 7 people + my family with my usual to much food buffer. I'll check the thread before I go to the store in case of changes.

Hope to see you there, Guy

[Vtwin]

Unfortunately won't be able to make it after all this weekend. You guys have fun, looks like great weather. Hope to make it next time around. Ride safe.
Howard

[Mellow]

head out late Sat after cake and stuff ???
Wish her a happy Birthday for us also

My sister is bringing her to Dallas so I'm sorta the 'host'..

That being said I may see if she wants to go see some Police obstacle course stuff Sat.

[ImRubicon]

Those that cant make it maybe we can see you at the bike show ?

[GulfXray]

I'm 2/3 packed.... Sure seems like a lot of stuff (and I'm not taking cooking stuff/food!), but I dont' think I have too much extra...:confused:

Oh well, 1st time out, so I expect to learn some things - what not to bring, what I should have brought, etc... :)

[Mr. Guy]

Hi Shawn,

I think the rule of thumb is lay out everything you think you need, then throw 1/2 back in the closet, put the other 1/2 on the bike.

Guy

[bigTom]

Shawn

When I started MC camping this time I found a bag that would lash to my MC pretty well and made it my camping bag. Everything I need for camping goes in that bag (actually the replacement:)). If it doesn't fit, I don't need it. Stuff changes, but not the rule: If it doesn't fit, I don't need it:)

BTW, the current bag is a WATERPROOF (yes I've checked it) from Wally World. I think the size is listed as 14x28" Plenty of room for enough to camp with.....2 waterproof bags in one box in the camping section under $30. Great deal.

[Trailace]

Guy,
I hate to say this but I will not be making it to the campout. :mad:

[GulfXray]

Shawn

When I started MC camping this time I found a bag that would lash to my MC pretty well and made it my camping bag. Everything I need for camping goes in that bag (actually the replacement:)). If it doesn't fit, I don't need it. Stuff changes, but not the rule: If it doesn't fit, I don't need it:)

BTW, the current bag is a WATERPROOF (yes I've checked it) from Wally World. I think the size is listed as 14x28" Plenty of room for enough to camp with.....2 waterproof bags in one box in the camping section under $30. Great deal.

Thanks BigTom....

I have everything, tent, sleeping bag, pad (big honking rei 3.5" pad!), clothes, pillow, teddy bear, etc. in a couple waterproof bags I got from Cabellas a few years ago. I have some things in a compression bag I got off of ebay, so that helps. I don't think I am taking a lot of excess, I think it is just this is the first time I have 'seen' it all in one place - if you know what I mean.

To be honest, when I have gone on one of my 'rides' in the past (hotel-ing it), I basically filled the same 2 bags up with 'stuff' - granted those were 6-7 days, but still...

Anyways, this is my 'break-in' event so there'll be some learnings I am sure! Main thing is it'll be fun! :D

[ImRubicon]

I am headed home to pack tonight a. I will see how much stuff my daughter thinks she is taking LOL .
I cheat as I have a Uni-Go Trailer and it is its maiden trip

[Black and Blue]

Hi, Guy
We are in Elk City right now and will head down tomorrow. I take it its still on? I sure hope so. I took a chance crossing that Texas/Ok border:D See you all there:)

[GulfXray]

I am headed homoe to pack tonight a. I will see how much stuff my daughter thinks she is taking LOL .
I cheat as I have a Uni-Go Trailer and it is its maiden trip

Can't wait to see the Uni-Go... Thinking I am going to need one once I can figure out how to finance it!

I decided I am not taking too much, but what I am taking is bulky... :)

See everyone tomorrow... Hope to get there around 3:00-4:00PM...

[Jetfixer]

I have to work tomorrow (Friday), so depending on when I can get off it may be late Friday or Sat morning before I get there.

[Mr. Guy]

Hi All,

No sweat Rick, we'll see ya down the road somewhere else.

Hay Jetfixer, better late than never.

Shawn, as long as you can keep the bike upright, carry what you want.

Hi Black and Blue, it's on weather I'm there or not, but I intend to be there.

Well, stuffs all packed, foods ready to go, and bikes are strapped to the trailer. As soon as the kids are out of school, we're on are way. Should be there about 5:30 or 6:00. Susan won't get there till Sat. morning. It's sausage and chicken gumbo for dinner tomorrow night.

Can hardly wait, Guy

[Mr. Guy]

Oh, about forgot, we've got extra food, so if you wake up Fri morning and deside to go, we'll be ready for ya.

Guy

[Tx White Knight]

Everyone be safe and have fun, dont forget pictures :)

:tent8:

[bigTom]

Yeah, you guys have some fun.

I'm camping this weekend with some ST guys at the Salton Sea. Here's hoping for good weather for all of us!

[Trailace]

I wanted to go but it just is not going to happen. I hope you guys have fun and be safe.

[ImRubicon]

We farted around a bit late and made it to Lawton but it was real dark LOL and the daughter was cold also .It dropped 12 degrees the last hour as the sun went down. we wussed out and got a motel by a casino LOL
Its no fun finding a place in the dark if you dont have to and it was cold .
We should be ther in the early AM.
Time for a hot shower


Mike

[Mr. Jeff]

well, my first post in a long time, but all well.

camp out was a lot of fun! Riding through the few turns and such around was fun. Riding to the top of Mt. Scott freaked me out a bit. Looking at the edge of the road, seeing just some foot tall rocks before an extreme drop off had me thinking thoughts of being impaled on a tree far below... :(

fun time all around though!

no pics from me, my dad has them...

[ImRubicon]

well, my first post in a long time, but all well.

camp out was a lot of fun! Riding through the few turns and such around was fun. Riding to the top of Mt. Scott freaked me out a bit. Looking at the edge of the road, seeing just some foot tall rocks before an extreme drop off had me thinking thoughts of being impaled on a tree far below... :(

fun time all around though!

no pics from me, my dad has them...

Dont forget you got to cook the porkchops also.
Only bad thing is I was joansing for internet connection or cell phone .
Ahh but it was a good relax that was needed

[Black and Blue]

Dont forget you got to cook the porkchops

Hey, Mr. Jeff
Yeah thanks for the Pork Chops. You did a fine job in cooking them:) Kirby wanted them bad:D