Author Topic: Ozark Mountain Scramble June 8-10th (Read 7980 times)

Radam · « **on:** February 24, 2011, 05:43:12 AM »

I was browsing the local craigslist when I came across this. http://fayar.craigslist.org/mcy/2230957017.html I'm a little confused though. It says that the bikes have to be 80's or older and that you can only spend $1000 on the bike/build. That's fine, but I looked at the link they put on the page and it looks like they may have spent more than that on their builds. http://ozarkmountainscramble.blogspot.com/ It's close to me so I'd like to go check it out, but do you think they'd allow my bike since I payed $1500 for it? I guess I can just go for fun anyway. Anyone around feel like going too?

CycleRanger · « **Reply #1 on:** February 24, 2011, 07:12:00 AM »

Never heard of that scramble, but as former resident of that area and having ridden on those same roads I can say that that looks like a really great ride!
http://i732.photobucket.com/albums/ww326/hatchethairy2/scramble/ozarkmountainscramble3daymap.jpg
Really great scenery in that part of the country.

Radam · « **Reply #2 on:** February 24, 2011, 07:14:22 AM »

Yeah, I may just save the map and do that ride with whatever friends I can get together whenever we have a chance. If anyone wants to go sometime let me know.

captain awesome · « **Reply #3 on:** February 24, 2011, 07:49:22 AM »

Quote from: Radam on February 24, 2011, 05:43:12 AM

I was browsing the local craigslist when I came across this. http://fayar.craigslist.org/mcy/2230957017.html I'm a little confused though. It says that the bikes have to be 80's or older and that you can only spend $1000 on the bike/build. That's fine, but I looked at the link they put on the page and it looks like they may have spent more than that on their builds. http://ozarkmountainscramble.blogspot.com/ It's close to me so I'd like to go check it out, but do you think they'd allow my bike since I payed $1500 for it? I guess I can just go for fun anyway. Anyone around feel like going too?

Glad to see others are considering the run. I just want to clarify a couple things for those considering the run.

All bike builds posted on the site are currently under $1000. My own personal build (kz400) will punch out at around $700 as long as there aren't any internal motor issues. Brad's bike (cb450) might be the closest to the limit, but he decided to get a good runner to start with and spend less to get all the little items a beater can add up to. We have had many discussions back and forth on the cost of his build, and I believe him to be 100% up front about everything. With that said, I don't expect every bike that makes it out to meet all the rules listed. However, I prefer that all participants keep the same spirit involved when bringing your bike on the run. If you ran $500 over the listed amount, we won't turn you away. If your bike is a 80 model, we won't turn you away. If you show up on a Electra Glide or Hyabusa, then it is obvious someone didn't get the memo. The restrictions are there to build a run that has a similar field of bikes and kind of create a semi-vintage run in our area. Most runs around here are geared towards poker runs and a wide variety of bikes. There is nothing wrong with that, I just wanted to start something different and I am sure most people on this forum will completely understand what it's all about. If anyone has any questions at all I am more than happy to answer them. I don't expect a huge turnout in it's first year, but it could become something fun that helps bring a few bikes back to life instead of the scrapper. If you think your bike fits the a couple of the criteria come on out and have some fun. I have already met quite a few cool people in my area that I am sure will become future riding buddies for years to come.

Thanks,

Derrick

Radam · « **Reply #4 on:** February 24, 2011, 09:38:32 AM »

You obviously don't count time and labor in on the $1000.

I have a friend who I've talked to about this because his bike should be done by then (fingers crossed). His is an 81 cb750k. I know it's a year too old, but it'll meet the price. I don't care if we can't make it in "officially", but we may come do the ride just for fun. You guys have some good looking builds going. I'm curious to see what all bikes show up. I may just come along to be the photographer. I'm glad you found this thread. I didn't want to join another forum just to ask questions.

Good to hear from you and I hope to see you in June!

captain awesome · « **Reply #5 on:** February 24, 2011, 11:43:46 AM »

Quote from: Radam on February 24, 2011, 09:38:32 AM

You obviously don't count time and labor in on the $1000. I have a friend who I've talked to about this because his bike should be done by then (fingers crossed). His is an 81 cb750k. I know it's a year too old, but it'll meet the price. I don't care if we can't make it in "officially", but we may come do the ride just for fun. You guys have some good looking builds going. I'm curious to see what all bikes show up. I may just come along to be the photographer. I'm glad you found this thread. I didn't want to join another forum just to ask questions. Good to hear from you and I hope to see you in June!

You are correct on labor and time. That I have plenty of, but the wallet however always lacks in funding.

Sounds like you have your hand on the pulse of what this is all about, so come on out. Maybe next year I'll do a rule change for the year and amount to capture a larger audience.

Where are you located? I'm in downtown Bentonville. I'm going to shoot for a pre-run of sorts to get the lay of the land and see what lodging/camping spots will work best soon. Maybe you can ride along if your schedule allows? I'm hoping to get my bike in a tunable condition by the end of March if possible. Probably going to do the pre-run in May.

Radam · « **Reply #6 on:** February 24, 2011, 12:18:08 PM »

I live in Fayetteville, near campus. Pre-run sounds fun to me. I'm not sure when I'll be able to take 3 days off to do it. I may have to call in sick to work on a Friday or Monday to make it.

Hit me up on here if you want to go for a ride sometime.

captain awesome · « **Reply #7 on:** February 24, 2011, 01:52:55 PM »

Quote from: Radam on February 24, 2011, 12:18:08 PM

I live in Fayetteville, near campus. Pre-run sounds fun to me. I'm not sure when I'll be able to take 3 days off to do it. I may have to call in sick to work on a Friday or Monday to make it. Hit me up on here if you want to go for a ride sometime.

Sure thing. I may do the pre-run in sections to avoid taking any time off of work before the ride. I'll let you know when I get this kz reliable enough to pound out some miles.

I've also been thinking about getting a weekly vintage bike meet every week or alternating weeks. Think there is enough interest for it?

Radam · « **Reply #8 on:** February 25, 2011, 05:32:26 AM »

I have a couple friends who may be down for a vintage bike meet once a month. I think every week or alternating weeks may be a little too often. There are a few other locals on this forum. One of them mentioned meeting for breakfast on a Saturday or Sunday once a month. I think that sounds like a good plan. I may be heading up to Eureka Springs tomorrow just because I love that ride.

captain awesome · « **Reply #9 on:** February 25, 2011, 06:09:06 AM »

Quote from: Radam on February 25, 2011, 05:32:26 AM

I have a couple friends who may be down for a vintage bike meet once a month. I think every week or alternating weeks may be a little too often. There are a few other locals on this forum. One of them mentioned meeting for breakfast on a Saturday or Sunday once a month. I think that sounds like a good plan. I may be heading up to Eureka Springs tomorrow just because I love that ride.

Once a month would work. I should probably finish a bike first before planning all that out though. Eureka is definitely a nice ride if you can get out without too much traffic. Even with the traffic, it has some great scenery and fun roads. Have you taken a ride out to Lake Weddington area before? I used to ride out that direction for miles when I lived in Springdale. It's a good ride that isn't as high in traffic count.

Roach Carver · « **Reply #10 on:** February 26, 2011, 05:57:51 PM »

thats me! Hey oddly enough, my name is Brad Green. I went on your blog and saw a member with the same name. I just about flipped. thought I had myself an identity thief. Breakfast is a great idea...

Roach Carver · « **Reply #11 on:** February 26, 2011, 06:06:44 PM »

A great place to have breakfast that would be fairly centered between B.V. and fayetteville would be susans in springdale.

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #12 on:** February 26, 2011, 06:36:15 PM »

I just want to tell you guys that this looks like a blast! Wish I was in the area. I'll have to try for in the future sometime. Please keep it going!

captain awesome · « **Reply #13 on:** February 26, 2011, 08:02:08 PM »

Quote from: Roach Carver on February 26, 2011, 06:06:44 PM

A great place to have breakfast that would be fairly centered between B.V. and fayetteville would be susans in springdale.

I was thinking the exact same thing. It would also be nice to have a floating set of locations to keep it fresh, especially if there is a ride afterward. I know there has to be some other breakfast joints comparable to Susan's.

captain awesome · « **Reply #14 on:** February 26, 2011, 08:10:08 PM »

Quote from: Roach Carver on February 26, 2011, 05:57:51 PM

thats me! Hey oddly enough, my name is Brad Green. I went on your blog and saw a member with the same name. I just about flipped. thought I had myself an identity thief. Breakfast is a great idea...

That's definitely odd with the names. Long lost twin perhaps?

You thinking about joining the run?

Roach Carver · « **Reply #15 on:** February 27, 2011, 11:38:54 AM »

Yeah.... maybe. Sounds like a lot of fun. I have a wife and 2 year old so may not be practical for me. I guess most fun things are seldom practical though. We'll see. Breakfast would be a great start though.

captain awesome · « **Reply #16 on:** February 27, 2011, 12:34:20 PM »

Quote from: Roach Carver on February 27, 2011, 11:38:54 AM

Yeah.... maybe. Sounds like a lot of fun. I have a wife and 2 year old so may not be practical for me. I guess most fun things are seldom practical though. We'll see. Breakfast would be a great start though.

I totally understand. I have a wife and a 2 year old as well. In fact the 10th of June is me and my wife's 5th anniversary. I don't know why she agreed to letting me do the run with that situation, but she did. Maybe I finally trained her?

I just met another guy today that would be down for breakfast as well. He rides an RD400 and lives in Pea Ridge area.

Roach Carver · « **Reply #17 on:** February 27, 2011, 01:01:48 PM »

I think I talked to him before. I ran an ad on CL last year about this very thing (breakfast) and seems like he was one that responded. On another note, Me and the wife have been talking and we are both thinking about going. She has a 74 cb750 and I have a 76 bmw 750 that I just bought that I need to go thru. we will see. let me know on the breakfast.

Radam · « **Reply #18 on:** February 27, 2011, 05:13:46 PM »

We just got my friends 81 750k to run yesterday! Now we've got to pull the carbs off because #3 is pouring gas out of the overflow. That'll be one more person for the monthly breakfast.

Roach Carver · « **Reply #19 on:** February 28, 2011, 04:34:34 PM »

when are we gonna do breakfast. I'm hungry.

captain awesome · « **Reply #20 on:** February 28, 2011, 05:03:03 PM »

Quote from: Roach Carver on February 28, 2011, 04:34:34 PM

when are we gonna do breakfast. I'm hungry.

i would love to meet up. unfortunately i don't have a runner at the moment, so i would have to drive up on 4 wheels. maybe that will be motivation enough to get my project done quicker.

Roach Carver · « **Reply #21 on:** February 28, 2011, 05:12:17 PM »

Thats fine. I need out find out if you guys have any weird facial scars or annoying habits before I make plans to spend 3 days with you.

captain awesome · « **Reply #22 on:** February 28, 2011, 05:15:35 PM »

Quote from: Roach Carver on February 28, 2011, 05:12:17 PM

Thats fine. I need out find out if you guys have any weird facial scars or annoying habits before I make plans to spend 3 days with you.

Please define the following...

weird

annoying

Roach Carver · « **Reply #23 on:** February 28, 2011, 05:17:23 PM »

Quote from: captain awesome on February 28, 2011, 05:15:35 PM

Quote from: Roach Carver on February 28, 2011, 05:12:17 PM
Thats fine. I need out find out if you guys have any weird facial scars or annoying habits before I make plans to spend 3 days with you.

Please define the following...

weird

annoying

That made me laugh.

Roach Carver · « **Reply #24 on:** February 28, 2011, 05:19:57 PM »

this weekend is pretty sketchy. I would like to ride to eat as that is about all the time I have to ride. maybe the next- next weekend or the one after??

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Author Topic: Ozark Mountain Scramble June 8-10th (Read 7980 times)