2015 National Rally

[Top Cat]

Originally Posted by Jared

Last year we had several people travel around 2000 miles to get to Estes Park.

Cindy and I were two of those people and it was well worth the time and expense.
If there is any way for any of you guys to make it I strongly suggest you make the trip.
I believe the thinking is that National rallies have to be central to attract the most members. I know that sucks for us on the east or west coasts.
But like I said, if at all possible, try to attend. I,m 69 years old and if I can ride 1800 miles to a rally most of you can also

[rickyboy]

Originally Posted by Jared

I know you're disappointed with the location, but you live in the far north west . Most events are going to require a couple days of travel for you. Hosting a national event, especially a combined national event, in the far north west wouldn't make since as the majority of our members live south. Last year we had several people travel around 2000 miles to get to Estes.

I think I posted my feelings already [ see below ] ......and NOT ONCE ! have I said that a "combined", or otherwise, "national event" should be held in the "far north west" !!! Trust me I know where I live !!! and that it's going to require a couple of days travel { MORE } for me. Have you missed my point ? Of course THAT wouldn't make sense. How about a little credit !! But I feel all regions should be considered when choosing a point for such an event. Not.... more guys/members live in "this area" so the rally should be there, so it'll be close to them.
Look at a map and find a geographically fair distance for everyone. At least once in a while,... every other yr.. .........And before some suggests that if they did THAT, the National would be in the same place every other yr. give your head a shake. That;s not what I'm suggesting. Sure I'll do my best to attend....regardless of the distance..... and.....
I know that because I'm retired I have nothing but time in some peoples eyes,....but that ain't always the case...... I didn't start out making this all about "rickyboy"..... this was about how it might play a part for all Canadian and US members that find themselves too far away,... retired guys,..... with maybe ltd. time in their schedule,....that want to be a part in what could/will be an awesome event. .....500 combined attendees ?? Fantastic ! Much how I felt about our 1st. National when I think,... we had 50 bikes show up.
I truly will do my best to be there in 2015. Just like I wtd. to be in N.C. for the last National.
Because some people { maybe the same ones} had to take a pass doesn't mean they didn't care less to be there. So to say something similar to "If you want to be there you will be" isn't fair in the least. And I'm taking the lead here to speak on behalf of those that honestly just couldn't be at past rallies, national or regional,... but really wtd. to be.

Thanks for listening to my rant !!! I'm going to go do something more important now. Thx for your time.



"Well the 2015 National rally has been announced. Eureka Springs AK. USA. It's suppose to be a great place to ride and I'm sure if you're looking for a little culture shock it won't disappoint. ......I'd love to attend but I think it might be too far for me, but you never know till you know, ....and I won't decide for sure for a while. I posted the distances for the major cities of Canada on Face Book.
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...type=1&theater

2200 Miles from Vancouver !!!,....
1780 from Calgary,
Edmt AB 1870 Miles,....
closer for Winnipeg only 1,046....
1050 for T.O. ,
1380 for Montreal Quebec boys.....
2260 Miles for me from 108 Mile House

What say you Canadian guys?? Any chance some of you might consider it?"

[BudMan]

Originally Posted by rickyboy

Look at a map and find a geographically fair distance for everyone. At least once in a while,... every other yr

"Well the 2015 National rally has been announced. Eureka Springs AK. USA. It's suppose to be a great place to ride and I'm sure if you're looking for a little culture shock it won't disappoint.

It seems to me that Eureka Springs, AR. is fairly centrally located. Certainly more than the past National Rallies.
But I suppose somewhere in Nebraska would be more fair.

With the selection of Eureka Springs, the North Central, South East, South West and South Central regions will have hosted a National Rally.

Not sure what you mean about culture shock. But I think everyone will find Arkansas a great place to visit.

[rickyboy]

Originally Posted by cnc

Ricky, have a snickers bar. Your not you when your hungrey.

Norm I hear you.....and you're probably right. I just thought I was being misunderstood, unfairly.

Originally Posted by BudMan

It seems to me that Eureka Springs, AR. is fairly centrally located. Certainly more than the past National Rallies.
But I suppose somewhere in Nebraska would be more fair.

With the selection of Eureka Springs, the North Central, South East, South West and South Central regions will have hosted a National Rally.

Not sure what you mean about culture shock. But I think everyone will find Arkansas a great place to visit.

Budman,....No offense intended when I said there might be a "little culture shock".
I have nothing to base it on other than what I have seen and heard on TV. Things are a bit different [ I find ] even just over the border. I find thatthe further you go south the more different language, food, and things we take for granted become. I've traveled a lot in Europe, Africa and see the "culture shock" or differences as a good thing and enjoy them. Sorry if I offended you, I didn't mean to.

[Dave]

Since I ride a real bike, I guess that leaves me out.

[schoeney]

If I took this route (including the rally) I could finish out my lower 48 in one trip 8200 miles. 125 hours of seat time. Hmmm.

https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=V...,12,14&t=m&z=4

[landman]

Originally Posted by schoeney

If I took this route (including the rally) I could finish out my lower 48 in one trip 8200 miles. 125 hours of seat time. Hmmm.

https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=V...,12,14&t=m&z=4

shouldn't be a problem on that smooth running RDL equipped Honda.

[Jared]

Originally Posted by schoeney

If I took this route (including the rally) I could finish out my lower 48 in one trip 8200 miles. 125 hours of seat time. Hmmm.

https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=V...,12,14&t=m&z=4

Do you it! I too will finish the lower 48 on this rally. But, I'm only missing AR and OK.

[schoeney]

Bob... You have to remember those Victory's have limited range.

[ponch]

Originally Posted by schoeney

Bob... You have to remember those Victory's have limited range.

About what a Sportster with a peanut tank has, right?

[GIBBY]

Lots of big talk from guys that probably won't make the trip because of excuse after excuse, blah, blah, blah. My old dad used to say "talk is cheap", seems he was right.

[GIBBY]

I ride with a group of Victory riders that make 99% of the VBA riders look like mini bike riders. If any doubt that you are welcome to come stay at my place and ride with us. Put up or shut up!

[schoeney]

Originally Posted by GIBBY

Lots of big talk from guys that probably won't make the trip because of excuse after excuse, blah, blah, blah. My old dad used to say "talk is cheap", seems he was right.

I think the red Victory's have more range than the blue and brown ones.

See you in Arkansas Mike:cool:

[koga]

178 miles from my front door. I think I can make it

[voyager]

Nope!