bubba zanetti
"Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba...." ~Hunter S. Thompson
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« on: May 26, 2008, 01:16:38 pm » |
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Yes it is time again for the 3rd Annual .....
Kootenay Borscht, Burn and BBQ - July 25th, 26th and 27th 2008   Where is Castlegar ... right here !!! ???  Some images to tempt you.  Castlegar at the confluence of the Columbia and Kootenay rivers.  The Borscht ... lovingly made in the tradition of the Kootenays !!   The roads? Simply wonderful twisties with low traffic.  I will keep a running list here of those who are signing up. PM me any questions or just post up here if you are coming.  Attending:
PJD - Nelson BC
Lazarus - Fernie BC
KLRChickie - Calgary Alberta
Zed - Calgary Alberta
nwconk - Seattle Washington
Birdrunner and Colleen - Edmonton Alberta
Blkhrt81 - Bowden Alberta
Czechmate - Edmonton Alberta
jsanford - Seattle Washington
Canuck - Saskatoon Saskatchewan
Rocketjock - Victoria BC
Mikebr - 150 Mile House BC
Katego - Seattle Washington
Lake City Rockit - Peachland BC
HiAsh - Unknown Alberta
Croak - Vancouver BC
Galo Portland Oregon
Req Seattle Washington
Crunch Kelowna BC
Opus Vancouver Washington
Billyjack459 Edmonton Alberta
Noel Passmore BC
GetFuzzy Castlegar BC
Kootenanny Crescent Valley BC
alphabetman Elkford BC
lizzabet Elkford BC
Google Earth Map directions to bubba's House - 1057 Wildrose Rd, Castlegar BC. GPS Coordiantes 49' 20 09 117' 39 33 
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bubba zanetti
"Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba...." ~Hunter S. Thompson
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« Reply #1 on: May 26, 2008, 01:20:15 pm » |
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 A weekend of riding and fun ...Friday Night meet and greet at bubba's house in Castlegar for Sausages, Bevvies and of course ... (giggle) .. "The Borscht" !!!   Anti gravity Monkeybutt fixers readily available  The "Burn !!!"Saturday morning riding options are numerous and can be discussed Friday night. Some examples are ....  Pass Creek road to Crescent Valley over to Highway 3A through Nelson and along Kootenay Lake to Kaslo.
From Kaslo on the amazingly twisty and newly paved, Highway 31A to New Denver. DH5 Destination Highways says " Up one series of rivers and down another, past the crumbling ghost towns of the Silver Rush, it’s sometimes a tight squeeze through the mountains between New Denver and Kaslo. Demanding? Yes. But if you haven’t ridden this classic, you haven’t ridden B.C."     From New Denver on Highway 6 through Nakusp to Fauqhier across Arrow Lake on the free ferry and then continue on the nearly traffic free Highway 6 all the way to Lumby for lunch. We will return on Highway 6 in the opposite direction all the way to Castlegar. DH2 Destination Highways says "An enormously varied riding experience, it ranges from farmland to wilderness, canyon to mountain summit, and tight narrow twisties to long, leaning sweepers. This road is so quiet, ranchers herd cattle on it. "  Needles Ferry
Route across the Lower Arrow Lake, about 59 kilometres south of Nakusp on Highway 6, between Fauquier and Needles.
Daily, year-round schedule; 5:50 am to 10:30 pm
From Fauquier: 6.00 am to 10.30 pm, every half hour, on the hour and half hour.
From Needles: 5.50 am to 10:15 pm, every half hour, quarter before and quarter after.
Crossing time: 5 minutes."The BBQ!!!"Saturday evening we head out to the alphabet man's splendid cottage on 100's of acres of some of the nicest waterfront in the world on the shores of pristine Arrow Lake for the famous Kootenay BBQ and Bonfire Follies !! It would be wonderful if folks who are attending the BBQ could chip in $15 -$20 for goodies. Of course, we will use any leftovers for good Kootenay beer !! - Many thanks.  The Cabin on Arrow Lake Sunday morning, your hosts will escort many of you on your way home as you bid a fond farewell to the splendor of the Kootenays.  Friday night last year - can you say happy?!  Accomodation InformationHotels and Motels http://www.castlegar-bc.worldweb.com/WheretoStay/HotelsMotels/Camping is available about 2 min from my house within easy walking distance. Pass Creek Regional Park Castlegar, BC Phone: (250)304-2062 30 large individual camping sites, firewood, 3 barbeque huts, handicap washrooms, hot showers, sandy beach, creek fed swimming pool, large open fields, soccer field, ball field. Ideal for group functions. Free Accomodation ( details to follow ) Last year we had plenty of free accomodation on a first come first served basis ... just need to work out the details. Note: This is not a tour but a ride of like minded individuals over tight mountain roads with changes in elevation, weather and road conditions. Wildlife is plentiful, large and stoopid. Riders should be experienced in these type roads and bikes in top condition. We take no responsibility for accident, injury, damage or loss. We do take full responsibility for your fun however, and that ... we guarantee!! Still need more convincing? My you are a tough nut ... ok ... PRIZES .. did I mention PRIZES?!!! Wooo Hooo !!! We got PRIZES !!!   Passports: Just to be clear you do not need a Passport to enter Canada or return to the US if you are driving or riding. Currently, this requirement is for AIR travel only. So .. come on up !!! |
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PJD
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« Reply #2 on: May 26, 2008, 03:50:09 pm » |
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I'll be in for sure providing my work plays in favor of that weekend.
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bubba zanetti
"Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba...." ~Hunter S. Thompson
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« Reply #3 on: May 26, 2008, 04:22:54 pm » |
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You have the distinction of being the first to sign up PJD !!
We have lots to work out like breakfasts, routes etc ... Kootenanny had some ideas on eats ...
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Lazarus
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« Reply #4 on: May 26, 2008, 04:26:00 pm » |
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I'm in!
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Mike
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Dum vivimus, vivamus!
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bubba zanetti
"Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba...." ~Hunter S. Thompson
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« Reply #5 on: May 26, 2008, 04:31:08 pm » |
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I'm in!
 ... you are in Mike ! |
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Lazarus
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« Reply #6 on: May 26, 2008, 05:32:55 pm » |
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If you have room in the house (on something upholstered!  ) I'll take that, otherwise I can pitch my tent in the back yard or at the park if necessary. Do we need breakfast sausage with or without pancakes this time? |
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Mike
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KLRchickie
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« Reply #7 on: May 26, 2008, 05:34:07 pm » |
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ZED & I have had that weekend blocked off on the calendar since you first set the date! How much interest is there in a dual sport ride on the 31 along Trout Lake? I think we measured about 100km of gravel along that route with the UniMoG at Easter. I'll be on my KLR regardless, but ZED will have to decide which bike to ride!!! |
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bubba zanetti
"Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba...." ~Hunter S. Thompson
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« Reply #8 on: May 26, 2008, 06:25:10 pm » |
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ZED & I have had that weekend blocked off on the calendar since you first set the date! How much interest is there in a dual sport ride on the 31 along Trout Lake? I think we measured about 100km of gravel along that route with the UniMoG at Easter. I'll be on my KLR regardless, but ZED will have to decide which bike to ride!!! You guys are in ... and you know the way !! |
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nwconk
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« Reply #9 on: May 26, 2008, 06:28:27 pm » |
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I'll be in again. Just have to decide which bike to bring. Decisions are tough.  A place inside would be nice otherwise I will camp in your yard or your park. --chris |
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bubba zanetti
"Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba...." ~Hunter S. Thompson
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« Reply #10 on: May 26, 2008, 06:31:29 pm » |
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I'll be in again. Just have to decide which bike to bring. Decisions are tough. A place inside would be nice otherwise I will camp in your yard or your park. --chris Be great to see you Chris ... you have a spot. |
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« Reply #11 on: May 26, 2008, 06:48:27 pm » |
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*heavy sigh* My favourite roads. My favourite foods. My worst weekend: must work all weekend and miss riding! :whiner:
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« Reply #12 on: May 26, 2008, 07:15:21 pm » |
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I'm double-checking the calender....  |
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www.dantesdame.com <--- check it out!!  You don't know unless you ask. "If I were a salad I know that I'd be splashing my dressing"
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bubba zanetti
"Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba...." ~Hunter S. Thompson
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« Reply #13 on: May 26, 2008, 08:06:49 pm » |
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« Reply #14 on: May 26, 2008, 08:44:35 pm » |
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A weekend of riding and fun ...
............... Wildlife is plentiful, large and stoopid.
Yup them Kootenay women er moose sure are dangerous. |
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« Reply #15 on: May 26, 2008, 08:47:03 pm » |
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Yes, Colleen and I will attend, accommodations would be appreciated, however a tent spot in the back yard is sufficient.
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« Reply #16 on: May 26, 2008, 08:54:06 pm » |
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Put me down too please, looking forward to meeting some of you folks! |
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bubba zanetti
"Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba...." ~Hunter S. Thompson
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« Reply #17 on: May 27, 2008, 07:14:16 am » |
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Bird and blkhrt are both in |
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« Reply #18 on: May 27, 2008, 11:08:00 am » |
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Hi Bubba and the rest of the Kootenay crew!
Liked the 2007 BBB so much,I wouldn't dare to miss it this year.
So, if I may ...sign me in, please.
I've bought hard cases for the Versys, so I can haul some czech beer to the Kootenays.
Otherwise I can pitch my tent anywhere ( backyard, camp)....have only one request: turn the "Kootenay furnace" down a bit for that weekend please....
Thanks Vratya.
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bubba zanetti
"Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba...." ~Hunter S. Thompson
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« Reply #19 on: May 27, 2008, 11:51:57 am » |
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We'll see what we can do Vrataya !! Last year was too hot for sure. You're in |
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« Reply #20 on: May 27, 2008, 01:11:23 pm » |
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Oooo...the roads look fantastic, as does the borscht.
If I can get that Friday off I'm in; just need tent space and a fire for my camping espresso maker.
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bubba zanetti
"Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba...." ~Hunter S. Thompson
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« Reply #21 on: May 27, 2008, 01:54:38 pm » |
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Oooo...the roads look fantastic, as does the borscht.
If I can get that Friday off I'm in; just need tent space and a fire for my camping espresso maker.
I will pencil you in jsanford. Where are you riding from ???  |
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« Reply #22 on: May 27, 2008, 03:09:22 pm » |
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I'll try to make it, but I can't be sure yet. I've got a bunch of family responsibilities this summer that could derail things. In the meantime I'll make a motel reservation just in case.
I'll also use this opportunity to recommend against the Cozy Pines Motel based on my experience last year. They were particularly unhelpful after my crash, and when Bubba kindly offered to let me stay at his house until my wife could drive out with the truck to get me, they refused to give me any kind of a refund on nights booked, even with more than 24 hours notice.
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« Reply #23 on: May 27, 2008, 06:39:17 pm » |
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I will pencil you in jsanford. Where are you riding from ??? I do believe she's from the Seattle area.... and on that note, I'm going back behind the couch. I can't get that Friday off and I'm not sure I'll be up for a light-speed run that weekend. |
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www.dantesdame.com <--- check it out!! You don't know unless you ask. "If I were a salad I know that I'd be splashing my dressing"
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bubba zanetti
"Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba...." ~Hunter S. Thompson
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Motorcycles: 01 Triumph Sprint 01 Kawasaki KLR
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« Reply #24 on: May 27, 2008, 08:03:32 pm » |
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I do believe she's from the Seattle area....
and on that note, I'm going back behind the couch. I can't get that Friday off and I'm not sure I'll be up for a light-speed run that weekend.
Thanks Sorry to hear you won't make it.  Let me know if plans change. |
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