The TX Hill Country - Dec 7-9, 2007 [Archive]

Mellow

10-22-2007, 05:32 PM

Correction....
Changed to the
Hill Country

Location
Garner State Park, south TX

Date
December 7-9, 2007

That's it... I'll probably head there after work on the 6th (Thursday)
Friday - we'll ride the area
Saturday - We'll head for LDDaves 8th annual BBQ RTE (http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30980) in Taylor, TX

No real plans because that would just mess everything up.

Trailace

10-22-2007, 07:31 PM

If you have never been to Big Bend you have to come join us. :tent3:

GoldWingGL

10-22-2007, 07:41 PM

I wish you guys would stop it with the, oh it?s not raining or snowing here so we are going camping?.LOL:D
You might just make me quit my job and show up there?lol

motomac

10-22-2007, 09:28 PM

Unfortunately, I'm in a position I never thought I would be as a bachelor. Still don't have any update on the SO's condition. We don't live together, but if they schedule her for surgery, I will be the one to take her to the hospital. Joe, you know me well enough that if possible, I'll be there.

Mellow

10-23-2007, 06:37 AM

sandman

10-23-2007, 08:08 AM

BIG BEND? :wow1:

Is that some kinda aerobic exercise? :think1: :think1:

Gordon

GoldWingGL

10-23-2007, 11:08 AM

BIG BEND? :wow1:

Is that some kinda aerobic exercise? :think1: :think1:

Gordon

No, it's a teaser ride....:p

wrk101

11-15-2007, 07:45 PM

I just got back last week from a trip to Hill Country/Big Bend and Fort Davis. I found SR 118 to be quite a pleasant surprise. SR17 north of Ft Davis was not too bad either. Enjoy it!

Trailace

11-18-2007, 07:20 PM

I just got back last week from a trip to Hill Country/Big Bend and Fort Davis. I found SR 118 to be quite a pleasant surprise. SR17 north of Ft Davis was not too bad either. Enjoy it!
I alway enjoy that area.

Mellow

11-20-2007, 06:32 AM

Change in Plans - The Hill Country here we come.

motomac

11-21-2007, 05:13 AM

Looks like I will be able to do this. The SO's surgery is happening Monday Nov 26. She will be back home around the 2nd of Dec and not much I can do for her then, so I'll be ready for another trip.

Trailace

11-21-2007, 07:03 AM

Looks like I will be able to do this. The SO's surgery is happening Monday Nov 26. She will be back home around the 2nd of Dec and not much I can do for her then, so I'll be ready for another trip.

Cool!

I'm still not sure at this point.

billtco

11-23-2007, 02:43 AM

I have friday off that weekend! I'll be glad to seen you guys again. See you at Graner. Bill

Mellow

11-23-2007, 07:16 AM

I have friday off that weekend! I'll be glad to seen you guys again. See you at Graner. Bill

Note to self: Sleep w/ear plugs in... LOL

It will be good to see you again too Bill.

Chief

11-23-2007, 07:45 AM

I'll be there unless I get invited to go deer hunting. I'm gonna make Beeper tag along too.

motomac

11-23-2007, 07:51 AM

I'll be there unless I get invited to go deer hunting. I'm gonna make Beeper tag along too.
Somehow, I think the last statement is "tongue in cheek". It would be great to see both of ya'll again.

ckhkjh

11-24-2007, 07:16 AM

I'll be there unless I get invited to go deer hunting. I'm gonna make Beeper tag along too.

Make the trip to the H.C. and take a sling shot. Deer are all over the place at Garner. That way you can have the best of both worlds, bike trip and harrassing the deer. (actually, there are so many down there the deer are probably more of a harrassment to the human population. BE CAREFUL DOWN THERE!)

motomac

11-24-2007, 07:20 AM

Make the trip to the H.C. and take a sling shot. Deer are all over the place at Garner. That way you can have the best of both worlds, bike trip and harrassing the deer. (actually, there are so many down there the deer are probably more of a harrassment to the human population. BE CAREFUL DOWN THERE!)

Are they worser than Kerrville State Park?????? LOL, they walked right through the camp sites there. Bedded down just across the road from us.

Mellow

11-24-2007, 08:09 AM

Kerrville SP is the worst I've seen... Riding into Garner you always see a herd and once in a while they'll wander into the site but there must be a lot of city campers that feed them at Kerrville because they walk right up to you.

http://mellow.smugmug.com/photos/58243883-M.jpg

Davis Mtns SP is similar, we've seen the park host put food out for the deer and it's an almost riot as they head towards them.
http://mellow.smugmug.com/photos/58245822-M.jpg

Trailace even tried to get one for dinner but he was a little slow.

http://mellow.smugmug.com/photos/58245827-M.jpg

And, in the end, he just didn't have the heart so they made friends.

http://mellow.smugmug.com/photos/58245825-M.jpg

Jetfixer

11-24-2007, 08:26 PM

I might be able to make this one, depending on work and a kitchen pass.

Mellow

11-25-2007, 09:07 AM

Hopefully, it will be cold and dry.. LOL... Still going either way but sure is nice to have a fire when it's cold.

Trailace

11-25-2007, 09:54 AM

It' looking better for me but still not 100%

motomac

11-25-2007, 11:27 AM

I know how to fall trees and cut 'em up for camp fire wood!!!!! Is it legal to do that in TX? It wasn't in FL, but I didn't know that until after I dropped the dead pine tree!!!

Mellow

11-28-2007, 04:49 PM

I know how to fall trees and cut 'em up for camp fire wood!!!!! Is it legal to do that in TX? It wasn't in FL, but I didn't know that until after I dropped the dead pine tree!!!

Sometimes, Garner has some nice trees just sitting out in the open...

http://mellow.smugmug.com/photos/66123519-M.jpg

When are you planning on getting there Mac? Rick and I should be there Thursday afternoon. I'm heading to OK to see my parents Tuesday after work and hang out with them Wednesday then Thursday morning head south.

motomac

11-28-2007, 05:03 PM

I have not looked that far ahead yet. With the SO in the hospital, not knowing when she gets out, I just am not sure when I'll leave. She has a daughter and son that live close by so I don't need to care for her when she gets out, but..... I really would like to leave here the 4th and take it easy on the way out there. I'll be in touch. Dang that picture looks like a heck of a lot of work. Bow saws are so much less strenuous!!!

Mellow

11-28-2007, 05:08 PM

I can understand that. I'm sure she appreciates it.

It took me a little while to chop a section off that thing but it burned all night long. Once it got started.

billtco

11-29-2007, 09:04 PM

Joe, I guess you get to sleep in peace after all. My company moved our monthly meeting to Friday the 7th so I not only don't get the day off, but I can't make the trip either. I was hoping to see you guys again. Have Fun. Bill

Trailace

11-29-2007, 09:06 PM

Bill I was looking forward to seeing you again. Maybe next time.

motomac

11-30-2007, 04:45 AM

Dang Bill, you need to find a job more conducive to the motocamper lifestyle.

Mellow

11-30-2007, 06:13 AM

That sux Bill, we'll just have to do something else soon. This is Texas so short of ice we've got lots of options.

Trailace

12-09-2007, 11:08 AM

I just got back from Garner SP and a few other cool places and will tell more later on. I did not bring my camera so we will have to wait on Joe?s pictures.

The little GX did better on the road than I though it wood and it never got less than 55 MPG. Should be a lot of fun once I get her set up for ADV MotoCamping,

Joe and BJ had a good time camping with you guys. We need to do it again real soon.

Mellow

12-09-2007, 01:45 PM

I got back around 10am. Went from 74 this morning to 44 in about 1 mile about 1hr outside of Dallas... 38 now.. brrrrrr...

I'll post some pics later today. Really great time!

Mellow

12-09-2007, 06:14 PM

Here are my pics...

http://mellow.smugmug.com/gallery/3966319#230480366

msscull

12-09-2007, 06:41 PM

:wow1: Great pics. :wow1:

Tx White Knight

12-09-2007, 07:12 PM

I just got back from Garner SP and a few other cool places and will tell more later on. I did not bring my camera so we will have to wait on Joe?s pictures.

The little GX did better on the road than I though it wood and it never got less than 55 MPG. Should be a lot of fun once I get her set up for ADV MotoCamping,

Didnt bring your camera??? gosh that is like leaving your sleeping bag at home isnt it?? :p

I was hoping to see some pics of the GX loaded down. :)

Tx White Knight

12-09-2007, 07:13 PM

Here are my pics...

Great picture, looks like it was a good time. :)

Mellow

12-09-2007, 07:20 PM

Didnt bring your camera??? gosh that is like leaving your sleeping bag at home isnt it?? :p

I was hoping to see some pics of the GX loaded down. :)

Here ya go, that's about as loaded down as he had it.

http://mellow.smugmug.com/photos/230480470-M.jpg

Tx White Knight

12-09-2007, 07:36 PM

Here ya go, that's about as loaded down as he had it.

Cool, looks like he is a expert at putting 10 lbs of stuff in a 5 lb bag "S"

Trailace

12-09-2007, 10:31 PM

Didnt bring your camera??? gosh that is like leaving your sleeping bag at home isnt it?? :p

I was hoping to see some pics of the GX loaded down. :)

The camera I have is to big for this bike, I,m looking for a new smaller one now.

Tx White Knight

12-09-2007, 10:34 PM

The camera I have is to big for this bike, I,m looking for a new smaller one now.

Hmmmm well you could get a helmet cam??? :D

Chief

12-09-2007, 11:52 PM

Soooo Rick,

Ya think 650 cc is all ya need???

ImRubicon

12-10-2007, 06:40 AM

That looks nice .

I see he started a fire for you this time LOL

Mellow

12-10-2007, 06:59 AM

That looks nice .

I see he started a fire for you this time LOL

Nope, I started it... pretty easy, there were so many dead leaves around and everything was so dry it was a breeze. :fire3:

Trailace

12-10-2007, 07:37 AM

Soooo Rick,

Ya think 650 cc is all ya need???
I think i could go with just the 650 but it would be hard to do 1,000 mile days with the 2.4 Gallon tank. But a bigger tank is on the way. :D

I not sure if Joe would want to have me slow him down all the time.:(

Mellow

12-10-2007, 07:47 AM

I not sure if Joe would want to have me slow him down all the time.:(

Slow? I wouldn't say it was a slow bike, it's not like I was waiting for you at every stop sign... LOL

It was actually nice to not be on the interstate and just cruising. We didn't cover the same distance we normally do but we saw more taking the back roads. There are some ranches in the camp verde, tx area that are so huge the driveways w/large gates are all you see, you never actually see the main house and the few 'worker' houses that were just off the road - FM480 I think, were bigger than my house.

Mark

12-10-2007, 08:02 AM

Mellow

12-10-2007, 08:10 AM

Good pictures; looks like you had a good ride.

Looked like you were replacing spark plugs after you got to the park?
Easier to find time to do your maintenance on the road than at home? Or was it warmer there... :)

Mark

Well, I replaced them before I left... my trip to my parents were fine but then about 3/4 of the way to Garner SP I was passing someone and the bike was lurching. I thought one of the spark plug wires were loose, pulled the covers and pulled/pushed the wires back in. The bike still lurched the next day. Decided I probably had a bad plug so while we were waiting for Garner to open, that's another story, I changed the plugs... well the 6th one I was replacing just snapped at the ceramic part... so I must have cracked it putting it on. The bike runs much better on 6 cylinders. :takepics1:

Mark

12-10-2007, 08:57 AM

The bike runs much better on 5 cylinders. :takepics1:

Who would have guessed! :)

Mark
TYPO ALERT! :D

Mellow

12-10-2007, 09:15 AM

Who would have guessed! :)

Mark
TYPO ALERT! :D

LOL.. you always catch me on those... okay.. the bike runs better on 6 cylinders... :twisty1:

motomac

12-10-2007, 10:36 AM

Obviously more than ten pounds of fire wood on that little Beemer!!!!! Thanks for the pictures Joe. BJ sure does have guts flying that LSU windshield protector at a TX BBQ!!!!

Tx White Knight

12-10-2007, 06:44 PM

I think i could go with just the 650 but it would be hard to do 1,000 mile days with the 2.4 Gallon tank. But a bigger tank is on the way. :D

I not sure if Joe would want to have me slow him down all the time.:(

Hmmmm are you sure that the 800 GS is not on the horizon for you, it is supposed to get in the 50 to 55 mpg range and the size of a 1200??? :D

Trailace

12-10-2007, 09:08 PM

Hmmmm are you sure that the 800 GS is not on the horizon for you, it is supposed to get in the 50 to 55 mpg range and the size of a 1200??? :D
No, I have a 1150 and if I did anything it would be smaller.