Adventure Commuting, Agriculture and Handcuffs

[HappyRiding]

I really screwed up this time. Yesterday was perfect riding weather so I was having a NICE ride into work. I rather like my daily commute. Anyway, there is a nice twisty section on TN 81 that I was  enjoying a bit more than usual when I am passed by the same "outstanding public servant" that pulled me over back in August. I saw him hit his lights as we passed in the curves. There really wasn't a place for him to get turned around until he got out of the curvy part so I made haste. I spotted a gate open into a hay field and I went and hid behind a baler. A minute or so later he comes flying back up the road with lights and sirens.    

Needless to say, I went the opposite way and took an alternate route to work. The problem is I am sure he knows who I am. I take that road to work at the same time several days each week. I ain't gonna get by with NOTHIN' on that road for a very long time. I'm gonna have to either DRIVE or take the damned interstate for a while.  

I'm also thinking I might want to go ahead and pay the fine from August and not risk him showing up in court. Ahh, dammit!  

Oh, and the thing about the gate into the field...there was no gate. It was a cattle guard!    I bet I looked like a Village People fan doing the "Y.M.C.A." trying not to wreck. At one point I think the only thing I had attached to the bike was my audio cord. (FYI, my TourMaster pants were later recovered from my colon without the use of power tools.)  

I'm a gurl, I ride a Weestrom and I am way past being old enough to know better. How do I get myself into these things?

I took I-26 home this morning. I still have a separated shoulder and really don't want to be handcuffed behind my back.

Y'all Have a Nice Day!
Sara

[R.Markus]

To add to your fun, he can still write you the ticket for speeding. If he knows who you are already, he can mail it to you.

[jstark47]

.........I am passed by the same "outstanding public servant" that pulled me over back in August. I saw him hit his lights as we passed in the curves.........

I'm a gurl, I ride a Weestrom and I am way past being old enough to know better. How do I get myself into these things?

Maybe he just wants a date?  

[HappyRiding]

Maybe he just wants a date?  

We already have one - in General Sessions Court November 5th.

[jstark47]

We already have one - in General Sessions Court November 5th.

Ouch!!    

[Rincewind]

   Squid!  Time to repaint your bike and helmet.  

[SuperHans]

Screw it. Leaves you with a good story at least. Been a long time since I've hidden from the cops. Sure is fun though.

[MK96xj]

 

Good for you Sara.

[HappyRiding]

 

Good for you Sara.

Good? Are you nuts? Do you realize how unflattering wide horizontal stripes are? Will I have to get a tattoo if I go to jail?

I'm gonna behave. I'm going to start riding the NX250. It can only really speed if it is in a school zone.

[jay547]

i fully condone this sort of behavior.

[Jetpilot5]

I had no idea you were capable of this sort of behavior!  

[JamesG]

Even if he does pull you over at some point to deliver some deferred justice you still have a last line of defense.

Batt your eyes and twist your foot and sheepishly say, "Oh sorry officer I never saw you..."

[HappyRiding]

I had no idea you were capable of this sort of behavior!  

For 65 in a 45 a couple months ago. I passed an unmarked car. (no really, I PASSED him) He was driving like a blue-haired old woman. I didn't know it was a cop.

[Jetpilot5]

For 65 in a 45 a couple months ago. I passed an unmarked car. (no really, I PASSED him) He was driving like a blue-haired old woman. I didn't know it was a cop.

Oh man, they hate that.   Good luck and dang it, behave!

[HappyRiding]

Even if he does pull you over at some point to deliver some deferred justice you still have a last line of defense.

Batt your eyes and twist your foot and sheepishly say, "Oh sorry officer I never saw you..."

I sorta tried that in August. He must have been intimidated by a woman in leather pants and Oxtars.

[chornbe]

BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH

Awesome!  

There's squidly and then there's SQUIDLY. This was not SQUIDLY. I approve!  

[TheGoose]

This thread is bringing out the inner leg-humper in me.

[county]

Well, when you go to court for the speeding ticket I wouldn't mention the hay bale incident, nor would I openly smirk .

[HappyRiding]

This thread is bringing out the inner leg-humper in me.

That's why they invented shock collars. Now SIT! STAY!

[DavidLSI]

I could be wrong but running and hiding changes a fine into a felony  

[HappyRiding]

I could be wrong but running and hiding changes a fine into a felony  

  Luckily, he never saw me again after the curve. I simply disappeared. There are multiple side roads I could have taken but the hay field was handy. He could only speculate where I went. He can't prove a thing...this time. I promise I'll be good from now on.

[MK96xj]

I promise I'll be good from now on.

Something stinks like,,,, well brown piles found in a field full of hay

[ragtoplvr]

What if the PoPo reads sporttouring.net

I wonder if it would be admissible.  

I am not sure so I have no stories to tell, since I am always a law abiding citizen.  

Of course you could always say that you told the story about the hay bale for the amusement of other advriders because it was so much better than the truth.

The truth is you were overcome with a gastronomic emergency which you attended to in the best place you could find, behind the hay bale.

rod

[FiremanBob]

Why don't they have girls like you in New England!

[HappyRiding]

 

The truth is you were overcome with a gastronomic emergency which you attended to in the best place you could find, behind the hay bale.

I bet that's what MK96xj smelled in the hay field...wait a minute...my poo doesn't emit odor.

[servicerifle]

*Snicker*

I would never expect this sort of behavior from you.  I'm shocked, and a little impressed!  

[HappyRiding]

Why don't they have girls like you in New England!

Don't y'all have a local chapter for G.R.I.T.S. in New England?


G.R.I.T.S. = Girls Raised in the South.

[HappyRiding]

*Snicker*

I would never expect this sort of behavior from you.  I'm shocked, and a little impressed!  

  You and Rod have been excellent mentors.

[R.Markus]

What if the PoPo reads advrider.

Of course you could always say that you told the story about the hay bale for the amusement of other advriders because it was so much better than the truth.

Dude, are you lost or something? Just so you know, you're slumming with the sporties.

[ragtoplvr]

Fixed

BTW I ride a BMW R1150RS  with Ohlins, so I can post here.  I also take it on the dirt, I have been on some roads in AR where I should not have been.  So I post in advrider also.

Their posts of late have been pretty interesting.


Rod

[chornbe]

Dude, are you lost or something? Just so you know, you're slumming with the sporties.

... said the cop in the library with the candlestick.

[Albie]

Good? Are you nuts? Do you realize how unflattering wide horizontal stripes are? Will I have to get a tattoo if I go to jail?

A tattoo, no. A girlfriend, yes.  

[ironmike]

If he had his digital dash cam running... well, you just might as well bring your toothbrush to court on Nov. 5th...

[HappyRiding]

A tattoo, no. A girlfriend, yes.  

  That settles it! The bike is going into the garage behind the tractors. Now, where did I put the keys to my car?

[JIMLARCH]

If he had his digital dash cam running... well, you just might as well bring your toothbrush to court on Nov. 5th...

I don't see it!  She states that she was in the curve and as they passed he put his lights on.  For all she knows he is trying to stop someone ahead of him.  

-He has to prove that she knew he wanted her to stop (if he wants to prove failing to stop for police) and that she took off on him.  I don't see how he can do that when he didn't see her anymore after he passed her, so how can he say she took off.   Sure he knows in his own mind she evaded him, but prove that to a court.

-He has to identify her as the rider of the motorcycle that was speeding (at least he does in where I live, but of course it may be different where she lives).  If she was wearing a full face I don't see how he can prove that.  To say that it "must" be her because he stopped her a few weeks before sure isn't identification of her being the rider this time. If by law he has to identify her, then he won't be sending her a ticket in the mail.

Personally I don't think she has anything to worry about in regards to this incident.  She better hope that he doesn't see her committing an offence in the future, because getting a break, well, very unlikely.

[Hotbrakes]

+1 on painting the bike and helmet.  One point bikers! Zero points involuntary government donation collectors!

A squid would have stayed on the same road and gone way too fast winding up in a serious accident.  Rollin in the hay by yourself and not even a goat?  That's hot!  If I PM my number Sara, will you promise to call?  

I too have "dipped" down a few available logging trails.  It makes me feel like a kid again playing hide and go seek.

[HappyRiding]

 Rollin in the hay by yourself and not even a goat?  That's hot!  If I PM my number Sara, will you promise to call?  

Ummm, no... and I don't think I want to know what you folks in Virginia do with your goats.

[R.Markus]

Ummm, no... and I don't think I want to know what you folks in Virginia do with your goats.

It sounds like you already know.

[HappyRiding]

Accessory "tools"...
...that inflict pain...
...while you remain in command...

Hmmmm

(and you remaining in command, that's the point of this whole thread, right?!)

  Not following ya there Jim. I would try to discourage the leg humpers with a rolled up newspaper but I am afraid that the ones on this site would like it.

[REAPER]

Sara, your a baaaaaaaaaad girl!
Sounds like your enjoying you new ride though.

[HappyRiding]

Sara, your a baaaaaaaaaad girl!
Sounds like your enjoying you new ride though.

  Well hello John! I truly am enjoying my new ride. I've put 11K miles on it in less than 4 months. Have ya been putting that pretty FJR through its paces this year? Ya ain't been Gixxer surfing again have you?

[XPLRN]

My, oh, My !!! What will I hear of next from the hills of Tennessee!!???    

[stefrrr]

Personally, I'm shocked. I want it to be known that I fully and vehemently oppose such willful disregard for our nations laws. I'm appalled, too.  You should be banned. No, you should be flogged, then banned.

I can't believe you did that. It totally changes my image of you.














 

[HappyRiding]

Personally, I'm shocked. I want it to be known that I fully and vehemently oppose such willful disregard for our nations laws. I'm appalled, too.  You should be banned. No, you should be flogged, then banned.

I can't believe you did that. It totally changes my image of you.

Golly, you swell folks must think I have never participated in mischief or tomfoolery of any kind before. But that's simply not true. After all, I did had an overdue library book once.

[servicerifle]

Well, NOW we know!  You're just a common scofflaw, aren't you?  

I wonder when you'll start sawing parking meters off their poles?    

[Max Wedge]

Well, NOW we know!  You're just a common scofflaw, aren't you?  

I wonder when you'll start sawing parking meters off their poles?    

Note:you don't use a saw, you use a pipe-cutter.  

[bpg]

my take:

"running" from the  po-po is when you can clearly see a marked police car, lights a-blazin', in your rear field of view, GOING YOUR DIRECTION, and you accelerate even more to evade him/her.

However, simply continuing on your merry way at a high rate of speed, with no cop visible on your tail, or having recently passed one with no clear interpretation of his/her intentions, ain't "running", it's just smart.

And if your path to work just happened to include a pit stop behind a baler, well, what's the big deal??

[HappyRiding]

my take:

"running" from the  po-po is when you can clearly see a marked police car, lights a-blazin', in your rear field of view, GOING YOUR DIRECTION, and you accelerate even more to evade him/her.

However, simply continuing on your merry way at a high rate of speed, with no cop visible on your tail, or having recently passed one with no clear interpretation of his/her intentions, ain't "running", it's just smart.

And if your path to work just happened to include a pit stop behind a baler, well, what's the big deal??

  I like the way you think.

[shah269]

Ok you were going this way ==> and he was going this way <== how the hell could he even see  your plates?
But this story is great! Who knew chicks could go squid!
And hay speaking of squidding, radar jammers? How much are they?

[Thundergod]

I remember a tip from COPS: An officer mentioned that
When people run, they usually make the first right they can.

SO ...go LEFT...maybe even two.


At least get a new riding suit, and helmet....
You can always argue the bike is mass produced, alot of them look identical-- but the same gear on the same person on the same bike....OH YA....I see a felony stop in your future.

Turn Around, hands on your head.....5 steps back....kneels on the ground, cross your feet.....CLICK..>CLICK.

[Thundergod]

Ok you were going this way ==> and he was going this way <== how the hell could he even see  your plates?
But this story is great! Who knew chicks could go squid!
And hay speaking of squidding, radar jammers? How much are they?

Radar JAMMERS?!---

They will cost you about
 6 months-2 Years

ILLEGAL...HIGHLY ILLEGAL....Everywhere.

[HappyRiding]

Ok you were going this way ==> and he was going this way <== how the hell could he even see  your plates?
But this story is great! Who knew chicks could go squid!
And hay speaking of squidding, radar jammers? How much are they?

He didn't really need to look at my plate. He has already pulled me over on the same bike, in the same gear, and on the same rural road. Since he is a detective and rarely does traffic enforcement, he isn't likely to forget me. I pissed him off even more when I refused to let him search my tankbag.  

[spinalator]

Next time show a little skin and faint into his arms?  

[zer0netgain]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radar_detector_detector

I've always wondered....why not just make a radar detector with the antenna and the interface (lights, buttons) on plug-in dongles and have the actual circuit that translates and responds encased in ECM-shielding so that your radar detector can be hidden anywhere on a vehicle and "undetectable" because there is no emission to pick up on.

[shah269]

Radar JAMMERS?!---

They will cost you about
 6 months-2 Years
ILLEGAL...HIGHLY ILLEGAL....Everywhere.

No way every one and their brother has one!
That and a laser jammer!

[tjhess74]

If he had his digital dash cam running... well, you just might as well bring your toothbrush to court on Nov. 5th...

actually, thats a good point.  the new digital cameras prerecord a certain time before actually being activated (30 seconds i believe).  so when it turns on (with whatever switching means chosen) it already has pre-activation footage to avoid missing any juicy details or offenses...as in this case.  they are not widely used yet, however.

sara, if you were able to determine that he was the same cop, then he might have the same opportunity for identifying you (if he remembers).  if i had been the officer in that situation and i recognized you for sure, i wouldnt look for you very long, id just drive to the courthouse and sign warrants...then wait for you to show up on the 5th.  he may be able to slip in a mention of this incident in your nov. 5th trial to show a pattern of behavior.

yes, this story is good for a chuckle, but i wouldnt suggest trying it very often.  besides, you dont sh!t where you eat...meaning you shouldnt go doing this around the area you live/work everyday.

[Jake Harsha]

While I fully support your avoidance of paying the highwaymen by acheiving plausible deniability, I wonder how different the comments on this thread would've been had you not been of the fairer sex...  


Jake

[JoelCool]

What a perfect opportunity to buy a new bike and a new set of riding gear.  Say, an R1 is a great commuter!  

[JimWilliamson]

Not following ya there Jim.

Just an attempt at some twisted humor. I'll head back over to the anti-virus thread now.

Your post / event is an interesting one. I'm with "JIMLARCH" - unless the officer is behind you I don't see any _need_ to pull over so they can pass (or talk).

[chornbe]

No way every one and their brother has one!
That and a laser jammer!

Really? Who? Where? I ain't risking my ass with one of them. no way.

[chornbe]

While I fully support your avoidance of paying the highwaymen by acheiving plausible deniability, I wonder how different the comments on this thread would've been had you not been of the fairer sex...  


Jake

eh... I'd have come down pretty hard if it was a true case of running and putting others at risk and making the cop get into a true chase. This... this is just... silly.

[XPLRN]

actually, thats a good point.  the new digital cameras prerecord a certain time before actually being activated (30 seconds i believe).  so when it turns on (with whatever switching means chosen) it already has pre-activation footage to avoid missing any juicy details or offenses...as in this case.  they are not widely used yet, however.

I think I remember hearing something about eye contact...............LOL's..........anyways if you review this previous post you will note where the "public servant" is a detective ;

He didn't really need to look at my plate. He has already pulled me over on the same bike, in the same gear, and on the same rural road. Since he is a detective and rarely does traffic enforcement, he isn't likely to forget me. I pissed him off even more when I refused to let him search my tankbag.  

I also remember reading/hearing that the previous ticket issued by this same outstanding "public servant"  was obtained by passing an unmarked / detective car. Where I'm going with this is.....maybe, just maybe the detective cars of this town/county LEA that are not used in daily traffic patrol do not have the digital dash cameras!!???? I did just check with a local LE contact and in their agency the detective cars don't have the dash cams............also if they are working UC as most detectives are they do not pull over folks for traffic violations. I'm thinking this particular "public servant" has a special bond with Sara........knowing her rights about the tank bag search and all!!  

[Cablebandit]

 I pissed him off even more when I refused to let him search my tankbag.  

They really hate it when you assert your rights!  How dare you.

[stefrrr]

Golly, you swell folks must think I have never participated in mischief or tomfoolery of any kind before. But that's simply not true. After all, I did had an overdue library book once.

I'm afraid I'll have to agree with Steve on this one and conclude that you're nothing but a scofflaw.

Scofflaw!

[HappyRiding]

I'm afraid I'll have to agree with Steve on this one and conclude that you're nothing but a scofflaw.

Scofflaw!

Well, if that's the case, I might as well take my scofflawness into multiple states. My camping gear is lashed to the Strom, the tank is full, and I have a pint of Lynchburg's finest tonic in my rucksack. This outlaw chick is headed to Alabama!

See Y'all Sunday evening, I'm going for a RIDE!!

[stefrrr]

If Vstroms are outlawed, only outlaws will ride vstroms.

Oh, and you probably won't see this until you get back, but have a great time!  

[tripledigits]

Sara,

You might want to cover your plastics and helmet in some blue or green masking tape for awhile.  It's easy to get off and any leftover goo should be easy to remove.

What did you have in the tankbag??

[servicerifle]

Sara,

You might want to cover your plastics and helmet in some blue or green masking tape for awhile.  It's easy to get off and any leftover goo should be easy to remove.

Good thinkin'!

What did you have in the tankbag??

Doesn't fuckin' matter!

[rockinjc]

Sara,

You might want to cover your plastics and helmet in some blue or green masking tape for awhile.  It's easy to get off and any leftover goo should be easy to remove.

What did you have in the tankbag??

Do you need to have something in the tankbag or trunk for that matter to decline being searched? I have never been asked, nor do I party like I used to, but would avoid giving a stranger a tour of my possessions given a choice.

jc

[Jetpilot5]

 This outlaw chick is headed to Alabama!

See Y'all Sunday evening, I'm going for a RIDE!!

Alabama eagerly awaits your arrival.   Have a good ride!

[tjhess74]

I think I remember hearing something about eye contact...............LOL's..........anyways if you review this previous post you will note where the "public servant" is a detective ;


I also remember reading/hearing that the previous ticket issued by this same outstanding "public servant"  was obtained by passing an unmarked / detective car. Where I'm going with this is.....maybe, just maybe the detective cars of this town/county LEA that are not used in daily traffic patrol do not have the digital dash cameras!!???? I did just check with a local LE contact and in their agency the detective cars don't have the dash cams............also if they are working UC as most detectives are they do not pull over folks for traffic violations. I'm thinking this particular "public servant" has a special bond with Sara........knowing her rights about the tank bag search and all!!  

not sure of your message intent, but i wasnt aware this current hiding event was an unmarked car (i knew the previous one was).  i also am aware that most detective cars dont have cameras...not enough money to go around and they wouldnt use them anyway.  i said the digital ones werent widely used for the same exact reason.  not all unmarked cars are 'detectives'.  not all dectectives are just detectives. in some smaller agencies the officers will have concurrent duties.  also, what if this 'public servant' was a patrolman when he found his fondness for the op, then moved onto detectives and took his love affair with him.  who knows.  i wasnt trying to inject details into someone elses scenario, just providing some insight and options (what ifs) since she has to face this guy in a few weeks and he may seem like the type to 'hold it against' her.

i would also agree that many of us are 'taking it easy' on sara because shes a girl and we think its cute cause were surprised she 'had it in her to do this' (exact words).  had this been any other guy, we would have flamed him for his inappropriate reckless behavior that gives motorcyclists a bad name.  all im saying is that behavior shouldnt become a habit...you get lucky once or twice.

[rockinjc]

After seeing this thread, I will never look at a hay bail the same again.  

jc

[Jetpilot5]

i would also agree that many of us are 'taking it easy' on sara because shes a girl and we think its cute cause were surprised she 'had it in her to do this' (exact words).  had this been any other guy, we would have flamed him for his inappropriate reckless behavior that gives motorcyclists a bad name.  

In my case, it has more to do with having met Sara at CSTN last fall.  While I don't know her real well, this seemed completely out of character for her.  Thus the "I'm shocked" tongue in cheek comments.

[tripledigits]

Do you need to have something in the tankbag or trunk for that matter to decline being searched? I have never been asked, nor do I party like I used to, but would avoid giving a stranger a tour of my possessions given a choice.

jc

Just curious - you never know what one has in their bag.  Not that I would make any judgment on the contents.....

[Karmak]

You Devil!  Sometimes there is no explanation, the spirit just moves you!

[sagerat]

No harm, no foul in my book.

[Mac]

In my case, it has more to do with having met Sara at CSTN last fall.  While I don't know her real well, this seemed completely out of character for her.  Thus the "I'm shocked" tongue in cheek comments.

Was she the person with the blinged out strom? (the moodlighting) or was that rocketbunny?

[JamesG]

Rocketbunny rides a Beemer.

[Jes_VFR]

Note:you don't use a saw, you use a pipe-cutter.  

Nooo, to truly make the system hate you. Use small tank of liquid nitrogen and a big hammer.
By the time it gets investigated the whole thing is just a pile of shattered crumbs of metal & plastic.

Ooops did I say that?

[Jetpilot5]

Was she the person with the blinged out strom? (the moodlighting) or was that rocketbunny?

Rocketbunny has an R1200ST BMW.  Happyriding was on an ST1100 at the time.

[mxvet57]

For 65 in a 45 a couple months ago. I passed an unmarked car. (no really, I PASSED him) He was driving like a blue-haired old woman. I didn't know it was a cop.

I've passed many a cops. i just don't do it on just the rear wheel.  

[zer0netgain]

I've passed many a cops. i just don't do it on just the rear wheel.  

Also learn what mandatory equipment any cop car has to have.  Helps to notice what's inside the car before you go to pass.  

[HappyRiding]

Sara,
What did you have in the tankbag??

Mp3 player, cell phone, garage door opener, hair brush and tampons.   (You did ask)


*I suspect he knew that my carry permit is expired and wanted to add something else to the ticket. He would have been disappointed because I wasn't packing.

[cyjo]

I definitely need to get one of these bikes now! I was just thinking for using it on dirt roads and what-not. Dukes of Hazard never crossed my mind! Does your horn play a song?

[HappyRiding]

Alabama eagerly awaits your arrival.   Have a good ride!

Thanks, I had a great ride!

Near Sam's Gap TN/NC state line


The Big Blue Bug Basher


Cherohala Skyway


Barber Museum






And NO speeding tickets!

[stefrrr]

Ooooooh, you went to Barber? That's still on the list. Very cool. Glad to hear you had a good (and nonfined) time.  

[chornbe]

pfffffffffffffffffft.

Needs more pirates.

[servicerifle]

Not to hijack this thread, but several of you didn't get the "hacksaw meets parking meter" reference.  You need to drop everything and go rent "Cool Hand Luke."  Until then, you suck as a human.

[stefrrr]

Mp3 player, cell phone, garage door opener, hair brush and tampons.   (You did ask)


*I suspect he knew that my carry permit is expired and wanted to add something else to the ticket. He would have been disappointed because I wasn't packing.

By the way, if you put tampons on top in your bag, just about any male will suddenly not want to look anyway.  

[HappyRiding]

By the way, if you put tampons on top in your bag, just about any male will suddenly not want to look anyway.  

The best way to secure a bike when traveling is to cover it and place feminine hygiene products around it. Men are afraid of those things and women usually don't steal bikes.

[HappyRiding]

pfffffffffffffffffft.

Needs more pirates.

Gumby says Arrrrrrrrrrrrr!

[Jake Harsha]

Not to hijack this thread, but several of you didn't get the "hacksaw meets parking meter" reference.  You need to drop everything and go rent "Cool Hand Luke."  Until then, you suck as a human.

Cool Hand used a pipe cutter.  Not a hacksaw.  



Jake

[Black Ice]

OK, we've got ourselves a gun-toting, rights-asserting, hard-riding chick with enough smarts and style to put the leg-humpers in their place.

Sara, please tell me you're going to the Nat--first beer's on me!  

[servicerifle]

Cool Hand used a pipe cutter.  Not a hacksaw.  



Jake

Damn, my memory sucks!  I'll have to watch again!!

[Jake Harsha]

Damn, my memory sucks!  I'll have to watch again!!

   You should eat 50 eggs as penance...


Jake

[R.Markus]

OK, we've got ourselves a gun-toting, rights-asserting, hard-riding chick with enough smarts and style to put the leg-humpers in their place.

The sticker on the front of her bike explains it all...




Plus I'm guessing she went to Alabama to ADV's No Clever Name.

[Black Ice]

You're just trying to start a site war, aren't you?  

[HappyRiding]

OK, we've got ourselves a gun-toting, rights-asserting, hard-riding chick with enough smarts and style to put the leg-humpers in their place.

Sara, please tell me you're going to the Nat--first beer's on me!  

Hmmmmmmm,  I have never been in that neck of the woods and with a free beer waiting on me...I will be there!

[HappyRiding]

The sticker on the front of her bike explains it all...




Plus I'm guessing she went to Alabama to ADV's No Clever Name.

No Clever Name was a great event. Kind of like ESTN but with port-a-potties and bottle rockets.

BTW, I wore my ESTN Roadkill shirt to the ADV rally. There is no need for a site war, there is plenty of love in the world for everybody.

[stefrrr]

Hmmmmmmm,  I have never been in that neck of the woods and with a free beer waiting on me...I will be there!

Will ride 1300 miles for free beer!  

I'm going to use your tip for keeping my bike safe at campus in the spring.  

[HappyRiding]

Will ride 1300 miles for free beer!  

You say that like there is something wrong with that.



What y'all think about this change of gear to sneak by Barney?

My old gear and luggage:


My Stealth gear and luggage:


If all else fails:

[servicerifle]

It's not enough camo.  You need to get some red duct tape and change the color of the bike, and then change the shape of the headlights so they are round or square...not so alien looking.  I think the headlights are the big giveaway.  Also, nix the motolights or move them.

[HappyRiding]

It's not enough camo.  You need to get some red duct tape and change the color of the bike, and then change the shape of the headlights so they are round or square...not so alien looking.  I think the headlights are the big giveaway.  Also, nix the motolights or move them.

I think I like your idea about the donut counter measures better. How many p.s.i. do you think I need to shoot donuts out of my tool tube?

[sagerat]

Think the STN way:  this situation calls for a new motorcycle to be purchased, pronto.  

[Thundergod]

Agreed: The purchase of a new motorcycle is now required to maintain confidence in the situation.

May I recommend a GTS1000, they are very affordable now--

[Hotbrakes]

You need to paint it John Deere Green to match that baler.  Then remove the license plate and get an orange triangle.

[HappyRiding]

You need to paint it John Deere Green to match that baler.  Then remove the license plate and get an orange triangle.

Ya know, I can always take my Cubbie to work.

[Jes_VFR]

Agreed: The purchase of a new motorcycle is now required to maintain confidence in the situation.

May I recommend a GTS1000, they are very affordable now--

Really!! Where?
Or should I first ask you what you consider affordable?

[BlueRidgeKat]

Sarah I'm not hanging around with you or BlueRidgeGal anymore. You girls are just way to fast and keep getting into trouble with our wonderful East Tennessee law enforcement.  

[BlueRidgeKat]

On the lighter side............

SPEEDING IN TENNESSEE
1)  Good :
A Knoxville, TN policeman had a perfect spot to watch for speeders, but wasn't getting many. Then he discovered the problem. A twelve-year-old boy was standing up the road with a hand-painted sign, which read 'RADAR TRAP AHEAD'. The officer then found a young accomplice down the road with a sign reading 'TIPS' . . And a bucket full of money. (And we kids used to just sell lemonade!)

2) Better:
A motorist was mailed a picture of his car speeding through an automated radar post in Nashville , TN . A $40 speeding ticket was included. Being cute, he sent the police department a picture of $40. The police responded with another mailed photo of handcuffs.

3)  Absolute Best:
A young woman was pulled over for speeding. As the Tennessee State Trooper walked to her car window, flipping open his ticket book, she said, 'I bet you're going to sell me a ticket to the State Troopers Ball.' He replied 'Tennessee State Troopers don't have balls.' There was a moment of silence while she smiled, and he realized what he'd just said. He then closed his book, got back in his patrol car and left. She was laughing too hard to start her car.

[stefrrr]

Ya know, I can always take my Cubbie to work.

 

[mtrider16]

Ya know, I can always take my Cubbie to work.

You only have to do that after you get your drivers license suspended.  

David

[Laura0107]

Oooh, another Farmall gal.  

[HappyRiding]

Update on the August Ticket:

I went to court this morning and agreed to go to Defensive Driving School and pay the court costs to have the speeding and reckless driving ticket dismissed. I really didn't want to push my luck by having a hearing /reunion with Officer Grouchy Pants. I'm back to commuting on my old route and would rather not stir anything back up with the PO-lice.

[Andrew]

"I really didn't want to push my luck by having a hearing /reunion with Officer Grouchy Pants"
Cant argue with that for a second  

"Defensive Driving School and pay the court costs"
Sounds like a decent resolution.

Now just keep clear of said officer for a long enough for him to cool down

[bureaucrat]

Yup, drive the Cub.  With full riding gear.  Pulling a fully loaded manure spreader.  In 1st gear.  Don't forget that orange triangle on the back!

[stefrrr]

Glad to hear you evaded imprisonment.  

[MK96xj]

Glad to hear you evaded imprisonment.  

Something tells me that with Sara this will be short lived

[boomerang]

  Damn I wish I could have seen that.  :eek:The look on your face when you hit that gate had to be priceless.  Most importantly,did you learn any thing? About gates that is...

[HappyRiding]

  Damn I wish I could have seen that.  :eek:The look on your face when you hit that gate had to be priceless.  Most importantly,did you learn any thing? About gates that is...

Yes I did. Get on the pegs and gas it!!

Something tells me that with Sara this will be short lived

    Hey Nutz, when are we having our next "Gathering of the Hillbillies" luncheon?