ROLL CALL!

[DredheadV2.0]

Y'all know the where and the when - now we need to know how many rooms to block off.  Inn is still TBD - We stayed at Traveler's Inn last time and it was mostly cool 'cept for Krismark's original room.  Other possibilities have also come up.

But for now, post in this thread your intent to come, whether you're camping or hotel-ing, how many non-member folks you'll be bringing with you if any (SO's, riding buds, etc), and whether you'll need one bed or two in your room.

Post only once - after a week we'll tally up the results and block off rooms accordingly.  If you change your mind, change your post.

I will be coming, and will be bringing my GF, and need one room.

Next?

[garry]

I will be coming and hope to split a room with someone (assuming two double beds in a room. No spooning).

[Cricket]

I will be their one bed .  
Ken

[bete]

I will be there. One room two beds please. I may have a friend show up.  Bete..

[R Doug]

I have made all the plans necessary to date in order to make this trip happen.  As long as nothing comes up, I'm there.

I will be coming and hope to split a room with someone (assuming two double beds in a room. No spooning).

Double R, I plan on getting a room for two nights in Eureka Springs (Monday & Tuesday).  

[stefrrr]

Are "maybe" answers allowed?

If so, maybe, two people, one room.

[rocketbunny]

I'll be coming. I'll split a room if it's expensive. If it's cheap enough, I'll get my own.

[RRA]

I'm in for half a room.

RRA

[Mac]

I'm in for a room. Or a half of one.


I don't snore anymore.




Really!!

[atypical1]

I'm coming and need a room. I can share if anyone wants too. I have west coast references if anyone needs them  


james

[DredheadV2.0]

I don't snore anymore.

Really!!

Can I get a witness?

Coz if you still snore, I wanna be in the next hotel over.  

[Huron52]

I got plans to come... or is it go.... Willing to share a room...

[Scratch33]

I'm planning on being there.  One bed should suffice.

[RickC1957]

I'm planning to go...I'll share a room....I'm clueless about Vivid and Jammin...they have both crawled under a rock this winter and are hiding....I'm enticing them with free food and booze to come out and be social

[Playinthestreet]

1 room, 2 beds, 2 nights

[SuperHans]

1 room, 1 bed.

[Hickey]

I'm planning to make it.  Hopefully for two nights in a hotel.  

[Stargzrgrl]

MacGyver and I will get there eventually...  We're bringing the Ural.  

[Guy]

I'll be there if I am still at my current job come June. Prolly be a camper, depends on the proximity of the campground to the motel.

[nwconk]

I am planning on going.  Finances and inclination will determine where I lay my head.  

--chris

[RoadRat]

I'd like to camp too, just for Monday night (9th) if the weather's good. Then I'd like to split a room for Tuesday night (10th). Probably won't be staying Wednesday night (11th), so someone who is staying can have my bed that night.    

[CoffeeGuy]

This Newbie will be there. +1 for my GF. One room. Look forward to meeting all those attending.

I'll bring Coffee.

John

[atypical1]

I'll bring Coffee.

John

My new best friend...

[stromgal]

Yamobethere, gotta keep the streak going. (No, not that kind o' streak.) Need one room.

[Bmwgsrider94]

Count me in 1st floor hopefully and include NinjaWoman. We would share a room with someone or by ourself.  

[Andrew]

Would like to go, but with a new baby in the house   I best be a good dad and stay home this year.
Have fun  

[mist]

One bed/room. Route 7 here I come.  

[atypical1]

Would like to go, but with a new baby in the house   I best be a good dad and stay home this year.
Have fun  

Oddly enough that is why I am heading out to the National...

[Explorer]

I will make this one one room two beds, my buddy may come this time.

Jim

[Explorer]

Would like to go, but with a new baby in the house   I best be a good dad and stay home this year.
Have fun  

Congrads Andrew   I didn't know the big day had come!   to the new one.

[JoBu]

I'm planning on going this year.  Safe to say:

1 room 2 beds.

I'm looking forward to meeting you guys/gals.

Cheers,

Joe

[FJR1300]

I am planning on being there... my wife is a "maybe" and this point.

[tjbrandt50]

I plan on being there, after camping the previous week.  Think I'll be ready for a hotel room by then, most likely 1 bed.

[Acadian Rider]

One room, two beds.  

[Scoop]

I will be there with my wife, Marita.  We want room 151, if we stay at Travellers .  I know that Basket and his SO will be there.  To the best of my knowledge, Mr Lahey is coming with us too, not sure if we have a room mate for him.

[HappyRiding]

1 room/ 2 beds. See y'all in Arkansas.

[Johnny Busa]

Put in for the vacation time so I'll be there.  Motel, 1 room, 1 bed.  A bottle of Jack, a bottle of Brandy and some stinky cigars.  Travellers is fine with me, by the way.  No hassles about hanging out on the balcony late, or sneaking into the pool to skinny dip.  

[blackbuell]

I'll be there. Need one room with one bed. Might even ride the Buell instead of the bird.

Jon

[eazzrider]

I'll be there.

[R Doug]

Is Eureka Springs a summer getaway place for families?  If so, will it be difficult to find rooms this close to summer?

[sprintrock]

camping at the KOA, the showers are much better than Travelers.  

[Scoop]

Is Eureka Springs a summer getaway place for families?  If so, will be find it difficult to find rooms this close to summer?

Shouldn't be a problem this early in the year.  Much later, and it fills up VERY fast.  I have been there twice, once for Nationals and once just because.  Both times were early June and there were lots of rooms to be had.

[R Doug]

Shouldn't be a problem this early in the year.  Much later, and it fills up VERY fast.  I have been there twice, once for Nationals and once just because.  Both times were early June and there were lots of rooms to be had.

Cool, thanks for the info!  

Right now, this trip is about the only thing I can think about.  I can't wait!  

[rgatling]

Put me down for 1 room, 2 beds, 2 nights.

[SWriverstone]

I'm definitely coming!   Cablebandit (Chris) and I are planning to ride down together (right Chris?). Hey Scratch, you want to join us? We'd have a regular "Wee Brigade!" (And could share spare parts!)

So 1 room, two beds.

Scott

[Scratch33]

I'm definitely coming!   Cablebandit (Chris) and I are planning to ride down together (right Chris?). Hey Scratch, you want to join us? We'd have a regular "Wee Brigade!" (And could share spare parts!)

So 1 room, two beds.

Scott

Glad to see you're coming, and thanks for the invite.  I just now put in for the vacation time; might be bringing a Fellow Traveler along if they can get off as well.  I'm currently planning on taking at least 3 days to ride out there, preferably a leisurely FUGAWI.  We'll see how thing gel.

[SuperHans]

I'm definitely coming!   Cablebandit (Chris) and I are planning to ride down together (right Chris?). Hey Scratch, you want to join us? We'd have a regular "Wee Brigade!" (And could share spare parts!)

So 1 room, two beds.

Scott

Thanks for the invite Scott.

[Cablebandit]

I'm definitely coming!   Cablebandit (Chris) and I are planning to ride down together (right Chris?). Hey Scratch, you want to join us? We'd have a regular "Wee Brigade!" (And could share spare parts!)

So 1 room, two beds.

Scott

Yup, I'm in.  I don't have any spare parts to share though. The bike is just too reliable.  I guess that means it has no "soul"  

[SWriverstone]

Thanks for the invite Scott.

DOH! That was just a brain fart—sorry Eric! Yes, definitely—you should join us too!   (Are you taking the whole week off?)

Scott

[SuperHans]

DOH! That was just a brain fart—sorry Eric! Yes, definitely—you should join us too!   (Are you taking the whole week off?)

Scott

Yep, I plan on taking the week off. Gotta have some time to see the sights on the way down.

[xsrider]

I plan to be there.  One room, one bed.

[SoPaRider]

If there is room for a well seasoned tourer (old fart with a wee strom!), I would be honored to join in the festivities as a first timer.  Would be accompanied on the ride by a soon to be registered S-T.Neter who has years of riding experience and is a handy man with a wrench, but fairly new to the to the touring scene.  Will be leaving from southcentral PA and would be interested in hooking up with any of the old guard that could put up with us.  So put us down for one room with two beds for two nights and look forward to meeting you all for the first time.

Jeff

[R Doug]

Welcome aboard SoPa, I look forward to meeting you in Arkansas!

[sprocket]

1 room and 1 bed.

[Condor]

One room, one bed, two nights. My wife is a probable maybe. If she can get time off from a brand new job, she will be there. I, on the other hand, will be there regardless.

[Bjorn Toulouse]

I'm in for the nights of the 10th & 11th. Will share a double room.


Rex

[2BanditsToGo]

We'll take one room two beds, one of our riding buddies might come too. We are new to the site and look forward to meeting everyone.

Rick & Mindi

[Sea Dog]

I'll be there unless duty calls (it shouldn't in June).

1 person 1 room.  Willing to split with another female.  No snoring, no spooning, no driving the porcelain bus...

[DredheadV2.0]

We'll take one room two beds, one of our riding buddies might come too. We are new to the site and look forward to meeting everyone.

Rick & Mindi

Kickass.  The more Bandits the better.

[motorcyclelarry]

I will be there.  Not sure what I will be riding but it will be a bagger with 2 wheels I am sure.  I will be at the COG National the week before so if anyone is going to be in Colorado and looking for a riding partner going south east let me know and then a riding partner back to Ca.  Also count me in for some raffle prizes if you need them.  




Thanks
Larry

[DredheadV2.0]

I will be there.  Not sure what I will be riding but it will be a bagger with 2 wheels I am sure.  I will be at the COG National the week before so if anyone is going to be in Colorado and looking for a riding partner going south east let me know and then a riding partner back to Ca.  Also count me in for some raffle prizes if you need them.  




Thanks
Larry

Thanks Larry Indeed!  I'll be hitting you up in a month or so about the raffle prizes.

[Mac]

I amlost have to be there. Its the closest place I know that has fat tire beer!!



I'm loading up for the trip home.

[twist]

Great, I just noticed this thread.  Sorry.

1 room, 1 bed, 2 nights

[Mr. Lahey]

I will be there... willing to share room with right individual...send resumes and pictures.
Mr. Lahey.

[cyjo]

Add my name to the list.

Joe

[DredheadV2.0]

Didja all get rooms?

[SoPaRider]

  Gburghick (2004 KLR650) and I (1999 KLR650 or 2007 Wee Strom) plan to depart southcentral Pennsylvania on Saturday morning the 7th of June, then cruise down and across the Skyline Drive, Blue Ridge Parkway <www.blueridgeparkway.org>, Great Smoky Mountain's National Park, Cades Cove, Deal's Gap, Cherohala Skyway and the Trails Training Center <www.trailstrainingcenter.com> in Sequatchie, Tennessee while on our way to Eureka Springs.  We have reservations at the Pine Top Lodge , just two motel's east of the Rodeway Inn Swiss Holiday Resort.  Room is located on the ground floor in front with two full size beds for $42.00 a night.  We will roll in on Tuesday morning the 10th and roll out on Thursday morning the 12th!  Plan to do a quad state tour (AR/MO/KS/OK) on Wednesday, see you there!

Jeff (SoPaRider) and Frank (Gburghick)

[Scoop]

  Gburghick (2004 KLR650) and I (1999 KLR650 or 2007 Wee Strom) plan to depart southcentral Pennsylvania on Saturday morning the 7th of June, then cruise down and across the Skyline Drive, Blue Ridge Parkway <www.blueridgeparkway.org>, Great Smoky Mountain's National Park, Cades Cove, Deal's Gap, Cherohala Skyway and the Trails Training Center <www.trailstrainingcenter.com> in Sequatchie, Tennessee while on our way to Eureka Springs.  We have reservations at the Pine Top Lodge , just two motel's east of the Rodeway Inn Swiss Holiday Resort.  Room is located on the ground floor in front with two full size beds for $42.00 a night.  We will roll in on Tuesday morning the 10th and roll out on Thursday morning the 12th!  Plan to do a quad state tour (AR/MO/KS/OK) on Wednesday, see you there!

Jeff (SoPaRider) and Frank (Gburghick)

I predict that you guys will have an AWESOME ride.

[jimmy]

OK, I'm in.  I'll be travelling down with another STN'er, and we both have the whole week to explore.  If I've met you before, it'll be good to see you again.  If we haven't met, I'm looking forward to it.

[chromekid01]

I plan on being there though I will be Moto CAmping and I look forward to meeting all of ya I have plenty of time to explore

[Johnny Monsoon]

If things work out around my niece's graduation, I'll be there.  I'll be looking to share a room; last year there was lots of extra space; otherwise I'll be camping.

[kmkirlin]

Count me in.  Staying at Edwelweiss Inn.  This will be my second STn national.  Maybe I'll figure out what's going on this time.

Dred:  how much do I owe you for registration and how do I pay.  I'm not finding this info on the forum.

Colleen:  don't count on me to buy the chicken this year, but I'll try to eat my share.

I still feel like a noob, but look forward to seeing you in June.

[DredheadV2.0]

Count me in.  Staying at Edwelweiss Inn.  This will be my second STn national.  Maybe I'll figure out what's going on this time.

Dred:  how much do I owe you for registration and how do I pay.  I'm not finding this info on the forum.

Colleen:  don't count on me to buy the chicken this year, but I'll try to eat my share.

I still feel like a noob, but look forward to seeing you in June.

We're working out the costs right now.  I should have the registration thread open by end of the month.

Dred

[EricJ]

I've never been to one of these & was thinking of coming out. I have a couple of questions & could use some advice. Is it too late to book a room? Is there anyone coming from VA,MD,DC or WV area to ride out with? Is there fees, redistration etc? Thanks in advance. The wife is heading out to Vegas for business that week so I was thinking of jumping on board but I don't know a freak'n soul.
Thanks,
Eric

[kmkirlin]

Eric:

I wouldn't want to discourage you from attending an ST.n rally. From my limited experience of attending one national STn rally, it's a good group of people and a good time.  If you're coming, just call the Edelweiss or one of the motels listed by other posters on this thread.  Keep in mind that it's 1150 miles, give or take, from the D.C. area to Eureka Springs.  And that's the "direct" route, mostly on the slab; not on a more scenic route.  Going & coming will take longer that the rally itself.  That's cool if you have the time and have a nice route picked out.  I met some nice people last year in South Dakota from both coasts.  So many folks do it.  Just allow enough time.  If you haven't done a long trip before, you might want to try something closer the first time out.  I did the South Dakota rally last June because it was "next door."   I still burned up a rear tire riding the slab to the rally.  I took a more scenic route home, at least as scenic as you get in Nebraska.

ST.n Region 5 is having a rally in late September.  If you're looking for something in June, a quick check of the BMWMOA website shows a D.C.-area rally in Maryland the last weekend of May and two rallys in No. Carolina and W. Virginia in mid-June.  Details are below.  I see you have a 2008 RT.  Beemer riders like to rally and you'll find lots of rallies to choose from on the BMWMOA and IBMWR websites.  Don't let me discourage you.  That RT will take you anywhere in style and comfort.  Just make sure you're in your own comfort level and don't jam yourself on time or it won't be any fun.  Have fun whichever road you take.  

KMK


Details on mid-atlantic BMW rallies:

MD May 30 - June 1, 2008
34th Square Root Rally
BMW Bikers of Metropolitan Washington #40
Come on out to the beautiful and historic Catoctin Mountains for a fun-filled weekend with old, new and soon-to-be friends and fellow motorcycle enthusiasts! We have lots of interesting and informative tech sessions including part 2 of the very popular “Roadside Troubleshooting.” The annual running of “Miss Kitty’s Scavenger Hunt” is not to be missed! If you’ve got visions of running in the Iron Butt Rally, this is your chance to try the sport in a 6 hour format. (pre-registration STRONGLY encouraged for the Scavenger Hunt) We’ll also have vendors, GREAT door prizes, rides, and interesting speakers, not to mention lots and lots and lots of fun! We hope that you will join us this year! More information and registration forms are available on the club’s website bmwbmw.org. Yes - our PAYPAL system is up and running! You can pre-register with PAYPAL this year! location: Sabillasville, MD 21780. public contact: Nancy Oswald vp@bmwbmw.org or Jim Bade 703-772-8296, jimvonbaden@msn.com

NC June 13 - 14, 2008
16th Gathering of the Clans
Airheads Beemer Club #214
It is once again time for the clans of the motorcycle kingdom to converge at High Country Motorcycle Camp for a weekend of festivity, frivolity and fantastic roads. Getting there is part of the adventure. Those who are computer savvy may look up highcountrymotorcylecamp.com, or go to bmwairheads.org for maps and other information. Folks who still like the old ways can find Ferguson, NC in their Rand McNally to get an idea of where they are headed. The first turn to the rally site is nine miles south of the Blue Ridge Parkway OR seven miles north of North Wilksboro, NC following US 421. The turn will be well marked with BRIGHT BMW roundel signs. All other turns to the campground are similarly marked. Just before the last turn is a country gas station, the last place to buy gas, ice, beverages to melt the ice, and maybe that item you forgot to bring. $35 per adult, kids are charged according to temperament and size. Fri. and Sat. evening meals are provided. Wonderful shady camping along a mountain stream. Door prizes, maybe some entertainment, tech sessions and roads for any style of riding. PLEASE, check your tires before you leave home. Info: Charlie Smith, bmwcharlie@embarqmail.com (use Gathering in the Subject line) 25485 Keller Rd., Abingdon, VA 24211

WV June 13 - 15, 2008
12th Seneca Rocks, WV Festival of Fives
5United Club #324
The /5 United Club (Aaah, those beautiful /5s!) is sponsoring a rally at the Princess Snowbird Campground at Yokum’s Vacationland in Seneca Rocks, West Virginia. This is the 12th year of this great rally and you can look forward to: tech sessions (maybe or maybe not), group dinner Saturday night (maybe or maybe not), door prizes (maybe or maybe not) and group rides (maybe or maybe not). But, best of all, it’s FREE! Enjoy the company of other /5s and their owners. All riders welcome! For more information, contact the rally organizer at rocketman@roadrunes.com. The campground’s website is www.yokum.com or by phone at 1-800-772-8342 or 1-304-567-2351.

[EricJ]

kmkirlin,
Thank you for the reply! I've done many trips that are long distance but I always rode with a group or family. I have to admit that I have never traveled by myself and to not know a soul when I get there... My reference to never attending one of these was an ST.N event. I guess I pale by comparison when I see people riding from much further distances. One thing is for sure the people for the most part on this forum share my enthusiasm and sense of humor when it comes to riding!   If I come I would bring the RT because of the amount of time super slabb'n it. I will have to kick it around in my mind but I need to decide to secure hotel reservations. The question I'm mulling over in my mind is the 1200 miles each way, do I one shot or spread it over 2 days. 2400 miles of slab... uuuuGGGHH! Thanks for posting the other rides.
Thanks,
Eric

[Bunbun]

Hey Eric,  

Don't worry about not knowing anyone.  I showed up to the 05' rally not knowing anyone except the guys I met up with on the way.  Everyone was great, and you'll find a group to ride with from dual sporters to stop-and-smell-the-roses riders to road burners.  Come on down, it'll be a good time and you'll have a blast.  I've been to every national meet since and I've had a great time every year.

Bun

[atypical1]

I'm officially in. Made my reservations and am crossing my fingers that my bike will be ready well before this. Hell, it might be the first big journey on whatever ends up as my new bike.

james

[stefrrr]

Cool!  

[mxvet57]

WOO HOO I'm in. just made my reservations. will arrive on Monday afternoon.

[chromekid01]

Anyone Ridin in from NC? want a ridin partner?

[WarER4X]

Sad to say, I won't be making it to the National this year.  Getting married (3 weeks and going strong) and moving (tomorrow) have severly drained the fundage and vacation time.  If everything goes as planned, the wife will have her own bike in time for next year's national.  Here's to hoping...

Y'all have a good time!

-SR-

[stromgal]

Earwax, I'll miss seeing you and the missus.  

bj

[Krismark]

I have a room and I sent money for the Bar-B-Q. I guess it's official!

[chromekid01]

I am out, but as sad as it is not to get to see all of you the reason why is far better

[Mac]

What hotel still has rooms? I procrastinate too much.

[Jetpilot5]

I'm in!   Thanks to a change in the delivery date of new equipment at work I was able to snag the second week of June as vacation.  Just made a three night reservation at the Swiss Holiday Resort.

[Mac]

OK I got a room at Swiss Holiday inn.