Time for a change - Page 2

Loafer · 11-02-2014, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

How many SW region rallies have you been to?

I've been to all of them, through everyone's photos and stories.
They were a blast, didn't you feel me on your shoulders brother?

**schoeney** · 11-02-2014, 01:19 AM

Joel....you deserve a break. You and your Broncos have had a tough 12 months.

Enjoy your retirement.

landman · 11-02-2014, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by waterman

Well, it seems that I have been the SW Regional Leader for what seems to be an eternity. I have been involved in a rally each of the last 6 years. I have worked on 2 National Rallies, 2 combined rallies and 2 SW rallies. It has been fun setting up the rallies but it is some work to have a good rally. Right now I just don't seem to have the enthusiasm to look forward to planning the next rally. I always said, "When it's no longer fun setting them up it would be time to step down".

It is time for me to just show up at a rally and enjoy it rather than thinking of all of the plans that need to be accomplished. It has been a pleasure to prepare these rallies for the enjoyment of everyone.

rumor has it that you are buying a victory,or is it a Goldwing like trip.that seems to be the trend with all the old guard leadership.

.all kidding
aside joel your hard work was much appreciated.

**canuckrider** · 11-02-2014, 02:18 PM

I've been an organizer or co-organizer on a number of rallies (all relatively small ones and I'm sure certainly not to the scale of those that Joel has done) and I can appreciate the amount of work and effort that goes into it. Just want to say I can appreciate your decision to step down and let some one else take over the reins.

ponch · 11-02-2014, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by landman

rumor has it that you are buying a victory,or is it a Goldwing like trip.that seems to be the trend with all the old guard leadership.

.all kidding
aside joel your hard work was much appreciated.

I could see Joel on a Victory.

Dave · 11-02-2014, 07:21 PM

I was joking.

cactusjack · 11-02-2014, 07:32 PM

Since many of us old timers here have switched brands, maybe it's time for some of the newer members to step up and take the reins? This is your future, guys.

dshelly · 11-02-2014, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

Since many of us old timers here have switched brands, maybe it's time for some of the newer members to step up and take the reins? This is your future, guys.

Maybe if you old timers would ease up on the new guys they would....

After what I witnessed Joel went through at Estes, why would anyone want to organize a rally? Hats off to anyone willing to take charge.

landman · 11-02-2014, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by dshelly

Maybe if you old timers would ease up on the new guys they would....

After what I witnessed Joel went through at Estes, why would anyone want to organize a rally? Hats off to anyone willing to take charge.

Good thing you added the grin after the first line of your statement dave since you have never been one to bust someones chops a bit

.as for your next
statement I couldn't agree more.

landman · 11-02-2014, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

Since many of us old timers here have switched brands, maybe it's time for some of the newer members to step up and take the reins? This is your future, guys.

not a bad idea scott,especially since the various baggers association members
are not permitted by rule to hold a leadership position in the VBA.

Silent Sam · 11-02-2014, 09:16 PM

...I see the humor....

..and its even funnier when some one dont see it !

blowndodge · 11-02-2014, 09:47 PM

Tahoe anyone?

**Kawhead** · 11-02-2014, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Silent Sam

...I see the humor....

..and its even funnier when some one dont see it !

I found images with 'im using that nasty gd word. I try to avoid using except when I get pissed. I hear it from my wife about 15 times a day followed by idiot or fool and that plenty times.

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Originally Posted by blowndodge

Tahoe anyone?

Me, me, me, ooo me!

cactusjack · 11-03-2014, 10:20 AM

I'll try to put this into words...

I don't see a huge amount of support from a lot of the members here. Up until a few years ago, this was a Nomad-specific forum. 99% of us all owned and rode Nomads, and we were a fairly tight group. Then the forum was opened up to include the Vaquero and Voyager. That's not a bad thing, but in recent years, the typical member seems to be the guy who buys a 10-15 year old Vulcan, comes here to ask a question or two (what kind of oil, tires, etc) and then leaves.

I realize that not everyone who signs up here wants to hang out at a rally, and that's fine. It just seems like there are fewer members that want anything more from their membership than just a source of free information. As many of the "old guard" (myself included and now even the founder of this group) have moved on to other brands, some have stayed and some have not.

Since those who don't ride Vulcans are prohibited from leadership positions here, it has created a void that needs to be filled. Some of the newer members need to step up to the plate and take a more active role in the organization to keep it from just becoming another lifeless question and answer forum.

I have made many friends here since I joined in 2007, and these friendships go beyond brands of bikes. Heck, we'd still get together if there wasn't a VBA. It would be shame to lose that kind of community here.

**GIBBY** · 11-03-2014, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

I'll try to put this into words...

I don't see a huge amount of support from a lot of the members here. Up until a few years ago, this was a Nomad-specific forum. 99% of us all owned and rode Nomads, and we were a fairly tight group. Then the forum was opened up to include the Vaquero and Voyager. That's not a bad thing, but in recent years, the typical member seems to be the guy who buys a 10-15 year old Vulcan, comes here to ask a question or two (what kind of oil, tires, etc) and then leaves.

I realize that not everyone who signs up here wants to hang out at a rally, and that's fine. It just seems like there are fewer members that want anything more from their membership than just a source of free information. As many of the "old guard" (myself included and now even the founder of this group) have moved on to other brands, some have stayed and some have not.

Since those who don't ride Vulcans are prohibited from leadership positions here, it has created a void that needs to be filled. Some of the newer members need to step up to the plate and take a more active role in the organization to keep it from just becoming another lifeless question and answer forum.

I have made many friends here since I joined in 2007, and these friendships go beyond brands of bikes. Heck, we'd still get together if there wasn't a VBA. It would be shame to lose that kind of community here.

I concur.

11-02-2014, 01:19 AM	#2
schoeney Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NW Region Posts: 5,222	Joel....you deserve a break. You and your Broncos have had a tough 12 months. Enjoy your retirement. __________________ VBA #659 2003 Nomad 1500 (Gone but never forgotten) 2005 Honda ST1300 - Sweet and still kickin 2006 Honda Goldwing - Best Boat in the Marina
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11-02-2014, 02:18 PM	#4
canuckrider Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Okotoks, AB, Canada Posts: 1,088	I've been an organizer or co-organizer on a number of rallies (all relatively small ones and I'm sure certainly not to the scale of those that Joel has done) and I can appreciate the amount of work and effort that goes into it. Just want to say I can appreciate your decision to step down and let some one else take over the reins. __________________ "Sun on my face, wind in my hair, sound of my bike in my ears and peace in my soul..." VBA Member #01514 2008 "Ultra" Nomad 1600, Candy Plasma Blue
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11-02-2014, 07:32 PM	#7
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Since many of us old timers here have switched brands, maybe it's time for some of the newer members to step up and take the reins? This is your future, guys. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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11-02-2014, 09:47 PM	#12
blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	Tahoe anyone? __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
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11-03-2014, 10:20 AM	#14
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	I'll try to put this into words... I don't see a huge amount of support from a lot of the members here. Up until a few years ago, this was a Nomad-specific forum. 99% of us all owned and rode Nomads, and we were a fairly tight group. Then the forum was opened up to include the Vaquero and Voyager. That's not a bad thing, but in recent years, the typical member seems to be the guy who buys a 10-15 year old Vulcan, comes here to ask a question or two (what kind of oil, tires, etc) and then leaves. I realize that not everyone who signs up here wants to hang out at a rally, and that's fine. It just seems like there are fewer members that want anything more from their membership than just a source of free information. As many of the "old guard" (myself included and now even the founder of this group) have moved on to other brands, some have stayed and some have not. Since those who don't ride Vulcans are prohibited from leadership positions here, it has created a void that needs to be filled. Some of the newer members need to step up to the plate and take a more active role in the organization to keep it from just becoming another lifeless question and answer forum. I have made many friends here since I joined in 2007, and these friendships go beyond brands of bikes. Heck, we'd still get together if there wasn't a VBA. It would be shame to lose that kind of community here. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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11-02-2014, 07:21 PM	#6
Dave Sr. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Itchycoo Park Posts: 3,422	I was joking.
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11-02-2014, 09:16 PM	#11
Silent Sam Sr. Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: On The Shakey Side Posts: 2,501	...I see the humor.... ..and its even funnier when some one dont see it !
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