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TxTiger
10-16-2011, 09:02 AM
I've lurked on this site for many months and finally registered. Like many members, I'm just starting out with respect to planning a camping trip. I recently purchased my first "modern" motorcycle, but haven't had the opportunity to ride it much due to the heat we had over the summer here in Texas. But the weather has been great over the past few weeks. My last road bike was a 1967 Triumph that I sold in 1971, so it's been about 40 yrs since I've ridden.

My plan is to get out of my home comfort zone, get some camping gear and give this a try. This site is excellent for a new motocamper. It really gives one perspective in so many ways. Not only what gear you need for motocamping, but also that people all ages are doing this, not just younger individuals. Reading about everyone's adventures is inspiring and makes you realize how special this type of opportunity is. I figured at my age, if I'm ever going to do this, now's the time.

Anyway, I wanted to introduce myself and tell you guys how much I've appreciated all the information I've already received from here.

TxTiger (Ron)
Spartacus_63
10-16-2011, 11:37 AM
Welcome from a fellow newbie and former TX resident.
Trailace
10-16-2011, 11:49 AM
Ron welcome from Houston!
SILVERTIP
10-16-2011, 11:49 AM
Welcome from central canada. You'll learn and meet a lot of nice folks here. They have a wealth of information and are willing to share and help anyone. :d:d
greybeard
10-16-2011, 01:29 PM
welcome from the middle of DFW (WTG Rangers) lot of good info and helpful folks here
BeemMeUp
10-16-2011, 02:07 PM
Welcome from Michigan!
Indianscout
10-16-2011, 02:16 PM
Welcome from Minnesota! Gee, too bad you still don't have that old Triumph!
SCoffman1
10-16-2011, 05:11 PM
Welcome from Dallas!
TxTiger
10-16-2011, 06:26 PM
Thanks for all the warm welcomes.

too bad you still don't have that old Triumph!

Hope my first attempt at posting pics works. I went to faq's and read the great write up. It's not my 67 Bonnie, but is pretty close. The pic with two bikes shows 40 years difference.

http://i979.photobucket.com/albums/ae272/Eaglewild/IMG_2952.jpg

http://i979.photobucket.com/albums/ae272/Eaglewild/IMG_2959.jpg

http://i979.photobucket.com/albums/ae272/Eaglewild/IMG_3080.jpg
zig
10-16-2011, 08:52 PM
Just a personal preference, but I like the older bike better. Welcome from a fellow Texan, from Wood county.
aysrav
10-16-2011, 09:14 PM
A friend of mine has a Tiger and absolutely loves it. Great potential for motocamping. Welcome to the site! :)
Indianscout
10-16-2011, 10:20 PM
Just a personal preference, but I like the older bike better. Welcome from a fellow Texan, from Wood county.


I agree. The older bikes seem to have more personality and are by far more distinguishable between the brands than with todays bikes......but then I just like old bikes. :D
Ironheadziggy76
10-16-2011, 10:47 PM
Welcome from Western Kentucky Ron. If you have any questions don't be shy, fire away.
970mike
10-16-2011, 10:54 PM
Welcome aborad to this great site and welcome back to riding!!
ImRubicon
10-16-2011, 11:59 PM
Welcome from Austin Area.

For a quick camping trip try the hill country !
Fun close and pretty just to sit and watch
lytle1gw
10-17-2011, 05:38 AM
Welcome from southern Illinois, God's country.P^
trapperdick
10-19-2011, 07:45 PM
Welcome from Maine,,,,,,the thing I like most about this site is most of guys and girls are almost as old as I am.............great pictures, keep em coming...TD
Festus
10-19-2011, 09:28 PM
Welcome from Wyoming