Author Topic: Portland ride (Read 19963 times)

Mdub · « **Reply #75 on:** July 19, 2009, 10:55:19 AM »

You are not kidding about the winds. I was getting the crap beat out of me with the gusts coming down 84 through Baker city. Leaning about 5 degrees into the wind. A couple gusts literally moved my bike over a foot or two (tires actually slid sideways at 80! (it was awesome!) Have a safe trip back, comrade!

coldright · « **Reply #76 on:** July 19, 2009, 10:00:35 PM »

I'm psyched, it looks like I might actually be able to ride this weekend... Phranc is up and running... see the thread here http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=55230.0.

Mdub · « **Reply #77 on:** July 20, 2009, 11:08:34 AM »

Awesome, it looks like you gals/guys did an impressive amount of work.
Way to pull together!

Borkunit has offered his services on the party management board of directors, thanks Borkunit!
So, we are in the final stages.
Don't be shy, I encourage everyone to attend the after party, there'll be plenty of food and music.
BYOB and BYOBS (bathing suit) the forecast for Sat. is 98 degrees !
We have a beautiful big pool and grassy area with plenty of shade, it's gonna be a great time!
Mike

Ryan 550k · « **Reply #78 on:** July 20, 2009, 06:26:27 PM »

I regret to inform I'm officially out for Sat

I just have to much going on with school this week and next to make it. Reminding myself how much it cost me, I should probably work hard. Hope you guys have a great time, be safe.

wsup55 · « **Reply #79 on:** July 21, 2009, 12:18:28 AM »

You can count me in. I would love to catch a ride and few beers with you fine people.

Mdub · « **Reply #80 on:** July 21, 2009, 08:03:33 AM »

Well we'll miss you R550, maybe you could just show up for the photo op at 11:00?
Otherwise, good luck with your studies.

wsup55, glad you are going to make the ride!
Mike

Mdub · « **Reply #81 on:** July 22, 2009, 07:31:44 PM »

O.K. doing some last minute prep....
and I need a final head count for party/food/supplies
Would anyone else interested in food/fest afterward please post and let me know?
Thanks
See you all Sat.!
Mike

coldright · « **Reply #82 on:** July 22, 2009, 08:16:46 PM »

Definitely there for the ride, not sure about the party... sorry I can't commit.

Frankenkit · « **Reply #83 on:** July 22, 2009, 09:05:44 PM »

MickeyX and I will definitely be there for the ride and at least part of the party.

Mdub · « **Reply #84 on:** July 22, 2009, 11:15:32 PM »

Quote from: coldright on July 22, 2009, 08:16:46 PM

Definitely there for the ride, not sure about the party... sorry I can't commit.

That's o.k., no contract required!

So that's ~15 for the ride and about the same for the party.
Gonna' be a great time, don't miss out!

paulages · « **Reply #85 on:** July 23, 2009, 08:47:29 AM »

i'll definitely be there for the ride... not sure about the party yet, due to some other evening plans. i don't eat flesh anyway, so dogs and burgers wouldn't really be up my alley. i'll at least stick around for a beer or two.

mlinder · « **Reply #86 on:** July 23, 2009, 09:17:04 AM »

Mdub · « **Reply #87 on:** July 23, 2009, 09:18:07 AM »

We have a diverse menu of cole slaw, salad, beans, and fresh fruit and veggies for our herbivore friends.

For omnivores, there'll be pulled pork and burgers as well.
See ya' then!
Mike

my78k · « **Reply #88 on:** July 23, 2009, 09:53:29 AM »

Have I mentioned it lately...I HATE YOU GUYS!! (purely out of jealousy)

Have a good ride and I look forward to pics of the requisite burn out contest!

Dennis

Ryan 550k · « **Reply #89 on:** July 24, 2009, 07:30:21 AM »

You guys, I'm sure you all know this but I was thinking about it this morning so I thought I'd mention it. It's gonna be in the 90's plus this weekend which means dehydration is a possibility. DRINK LOTS OF WATER when you can while out riding. Nothing like blacking out while doing 55 on a motorcycle.

I know, I sound like a Jewish grandmother $:-\$

Nope, not sorry about it

paulages · « **Reply #90 on:** July 24, 2009, 09:26:51 AM »

Quote from: my78k on July 23, 2009, 09:53:29 AM

Have I mentioned it lately...I HATE YOU GUYS!! (purely out of jealousy)

Have a good ride and I look forward to pics of the requisite burn out contest!

Dennis

no contest- i'm the biggest burnout.

wsup55 · « **Reply #91 on:** July 24, 2009, 09:31:32 AM »

I hate to say this but I might have to pull out. On the way to work today my rear wheel started feeling like it was swimming around on me a bit. Turns out I broke a spoke and some others now look a little loose for my liking. I don't have any experience in spoking wheels nor a lot of time before tomorrow. If i get the chance I'll pull the rear off my project bike on hopefully be there in the morning.

Anyone know of a good place to get a wheel redone around town?

my78k · « **Reply #92 on:** July 24, 2009, 10:01:46 AM »

I would say tomorrow would be a good time to get it done...are you guys not meeting at a garage before the ride?

Also I was going to make a comment about burnouts in Portland and decided not too...

paulages · « **Reply #93 on:** July 24, 2009, 10:37:52 AM »

Quote from: wsup55 on July 24, 2009, 09:31:32 AM

I hate to say this but I might have to pull out. On the way to work today my rear wheel started feeling like it was swimming around on me a bit. Turns out I broke a spoke and some others now look a little loose for my liking. I don't have any experience in spoking wheels nor a lot of time before tomorrow. If i get the chance I'll pull the rear off my project bike on hopefully be there in the morning.

Anyone know of a good place to get a wheel redone around town?

alberta tire and wheel ("tweaker tire" as i call it) are good and affordable. it's on 7th and NE alberta, and they've been there forever. the guy who'll fix your wheel is a real gem. i could do it for you, but they'll likely be cheaper, and definitely faster.

Ryan 550k · « **Reply #94 on:** July 24, 2009, 10:49:29 AM »

Quote from: paulages on July 24, 2009, 10:37:52 AM

Quote from: wsup55 on July 24, 2009, 09:31:32 AM
I hate to say this but I might have to pull out. On the way to work today my rear wheel started feeling like it was swimming around on me a bit. Turns out I broke a spoke and some others now look a little loose for my liking. I don't have any experience in spoking wheels nor a lot of time before tomorrow. If i get the chance I'll pull the rear off my project bike on hopefully be there in the morning.

Anyone know of a good place to get a wheel redone around town?

alberta tire and wheel ("tweaker tire" as i call it) are good and affordable. it's on 7th and NE alberta, and they've been there forever. the guy who'll fix your wheel is a real gem. i could do it for you, but they'll likely be cheaper, and definitely faster.

HA! Gem is certainly one way to put it Paul.

Frankenkit · « **Reply #95 on:** July 24, 2009, 12:10:01 PM »

+1 on the dehydration thing. When it's serious, serious hot, I've been wearing a wicky longsleeve tshirt with the arms soaked and wrung out. Very cool, even at stop lights.

btw, beer does not count as hydration. just thought I'd throw that one out there, too.

wsup55 · « **Reply #96 on:** July 24, 2009, 02:50:41 PM »

so Mdub graciously offered to help me get up and running but i'm having trouble getting my hands on a spoke. Anyone know where i can find one around town?

Frankenkit · « **Reply #97 on:** July 24, 2009, 03:00:24 PM »

I'd check that place on alberta, honestly. they might have 'em in stock if they do wheels for people

wsup55 · « **Reply #98 on:** July 24, 2009, 03:07:28 PM »

Unfortunately they said they don't stock for Honda and I'd have to supply them with spokes if I needed service.

Ryan 550k · « **Reply #99 on:** July 24, 2009, 04:49:02 PM »

Quote from: wsup55 on July 24, 2009, 09:31:32 AM

I hate to say this but I might have to pull out. On the way to work today my rear wheel started feeling like it was swimming around on me a bit. Turns out I broke a spoke and some others now look a little loose for my liking. I don't have any experience in spoking wheels nor a lot of time before tomorrow. If i get the chance I'll pull the rear off my project bike on hopefully be there in the morning.

Anyone know of a good place to get a wheel redone around town?

Doc Browns in SE or or Paul who's also in SE.

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