Are you coming to the national?

[stefrrr]

There's no limit to this poll, but please vote early - this is to give me an idea of how many rooms we'll need.

Damn typos!

[twist]

The officially sanctioned STN hotel/motel.

[Leanintree]

Hoo boy, I hope I have a good count on that last one, with bottles of scotch to match... Gotta bribe the old man don't ya know...
Leanintree

[stefrrr]

Changed the poll for you.  

[1KPerDay]

If I come I will want to stay at the official fleabag motel. Though LT's lawn sounds tempting...

[jpred]

A room at the official motel for me.

[atypical1]

Official hotel (whatever that means) for me too.

james

[shil]

I'll be there.  I'll stay at the motel.  I will bring Scotch.

[birdrunner]

I'll be there if I've got the money.   Will bring bottle of Whiskey, as per regulations for any STN meet.

[maddjack]

If I am working and have money I will be there,motel person I am.

[Scoop]

I'm thinking that we will be there, but we are going to Utah at that same time and are not sure yet if it fits the plan.  We may do the National on the way through.  Hope so!!

[stromgal]

What no Canuckistani contingent? Say it ain't so!  

I'll bring the Woodford Reserve as is traditional. And crash at the official fleabag.

[Explorer]

Hell, I already have a base route setup, to get there and back. I have two weeks of vacation already approved. The mass hotel in fine by me.

[mxvet57]

put me down for one flea infested room.

I'll bring the Woodford Reserve as is traditional.

and I'll bring the mountain Dew  

[stefrrr]

and I'll bring the mountain Dew  

Cretin!  

[birdrunner]

What no Canuckistani contingent? Say it ain't so!  

I'll bring the Woodford Reserve as is traditional. And crash at the official fleabag.

You,  miss,  wound me.

[shil]

What no Canuckistani contingent? Say it ain't so!  

I'll bring the Woodford Reserve as is traditional. And crash at the official fleabag.

Likewise!
Half the respondents were Canadian when you posted.

[Scoop]

Possibly no Thunder Bay contingent.  But we cannot be said to represent out entire nation!  Except in Persians and Finn Pancakes.  But those are Finn, so......

[stromgal]

Okay, mea culpa!  But I've known Scoop and Basket since my very first national in '04, and they were nice to me; hence they represent to me all that is best in Canuckistan.

Woodford for those I've inadvertently slighted.  

[REAPER]

Hey Shil, I guess maybe we get to ride again! Hope to see ya there.

[basco]

For me it depends on the time of year it is. If its early then no. And if its in Colorado, you don't want it early because it will snow. I got some commitments in June so I am hoping for August which is the best time IMHO for Colorado

[twist]

For me it depends on the time of year it is. If its early then no. And if its in Colorado, you don't want it early because it will snow. I got some commitments in June so I am hoping for August which is the best time IMHO for Colorado

You must've missed the thread that has the date and location:

June 16 & 17 in Gunnison, CO

[basco]

You must've missed the thread that has the date and location:

June 16 & 17 in Gunnison, CO

Then I will not be there. Shame since its in my state. Who picked the date anyways?

[twist]

Who picked the date anyways?

People, in this poll.

[Mrs. DantesDame]

Then I will not be there. Shame since its in my state. Who picked the date anyways?

You need to check in more often  

[basco]

Well pardon me for being busy.  

[stefrrr]

That'll teach ya.

[blackbuell]

I'll be there. Nearby Lake City is my favorite spot in the Rockies. Can't wait to ride there again. As usual, I'll motel it.

For those of you who have never ridden in that area: try to find an extra day or two to sneak over into southern Utah--incredible roads and scenery!

[maddjack]

I'll be there. Nearby Lake City is my favorite spot in the Rockies. Can't wait to ride there again. As usual, I'll motel it.

For those of you who have never ridden in that area: try to find an extra day or two to sneak over into southern Utah--incredible roads and scenery!

DAng it,trying to make me burn all of my vacation aren't you,posting tasty nearby stuff  

[birdrunner]

I'll be there. Nearby Lake City is my favorite spot in the Rockies. Can't wait to ride there again. As usual, I'll motel it.

For those of you who have never ridden in that area: try to find an extra day or two to sneak over into southern Utah--incredible roads and scenery!

So far,  S. Utah has been my favorite trip ever.

[shil]

Woodford for those I've inadvertently slighted.  

I will take you up on that.

Hey Shil, I guess maybe we get to ride again! Hope to see ya there.

If I'm not too drunk.  Looking forward to it.

[basco]

I might come for a day or something. Gunnison is 200 miles from my house.

[Acadian Rider]

I might come for a day or something. Gunnison is 200 miles from my house.

That shouldn't be a problem.  Two hours each way at an average speed of 100 MPH.    

[basco]

That shouldn't be a problem.  Two hours each way at an average speed of 100 MPH.    

With the Sprint, that wouldn't be a problem. I don't know yet on the Adventure.

[Playinthestreet]

That shouldn't be a problem.  Two hours each way at an average speed of 100 MPH.    

'cept if Jimmy's spark plug falls out.

[Scoop]

Okay, mea culpa!  But I've known Scoop and Basket since my very first national in '04, and they were nice to me; hence they represent to me all that is best in Canuckistan.

Woodford for those I've inadvertently slighted.  

Well, in terms of being nice to you, we are the official Canadian representatives, and are quite happy to do our job !

[fullsailbiker]

Do we know the official motel and what the rates are yet? I haven't found anything solid on that yet...
   Just trying to make a budget.  

[Mac]

Whoever goes be carefull. CO has been trying to kill folks.

See this thread.

http://www.sport-touring.net/forums/index.php/topic,34008.0.html

[stefrrr]

Do we know the official motel and what the rates are yet? I haven't found anything solid on that yet...
   Just trying to make a budget.  

I'm working on that - Expect to spend less than $80/room.

[fullsailbiker]

I'm working on that - Expect to spend less than $80/room.

Sweet.  That sounds perdy good. :-)

[FJR1300]

Whoever goes be carefull. CO has been trying to kill folks.

How can I get one of those Colorado Detectors?  I didn't know it was that difficult to spot Colorado.

[mxvet57]

How can I get one of those Colorado LEO Detectors?  I didn't know it was that difficult to spot Colorado LEO's

fixed it for ya.  

no need to thank me. just doing my duty.

[RickC1957]

I have camping gear, but do I really want to use it

[RickC1957]

I have camping gear, but do I really want to use it

[FJR1300]

fixed it for ya.  

no need to thank me. just doing my duty.

 

[Against The Wind]

With the Sprint, that wouldn't be a problem. I don't know yet on the Adventure.

I guess I missed something. I assume you got rid of the ST1300.  

[basco]

I guess I missed something. I assume you got rid of the ST1300.  

Yep, I got rid of both bikes to get the adventure.

[Leanintree]

Hmm... who other than me is camping out at my folks house?    Since the Mrs. hasn't voted, I probably best figure out who my bunkmates are gonna be (and whether they're cute.   )

Leanintree

[hhhch45]

The official hotel, also add me to the list to attend.
Jim

[stefrrr]

We're working on the food plans now. When we have that settled, we'll get the registration opened.

Anyone have special requests/thoughts/demands for the dinner?

[Explorer]

We're working on the food plans now. When we have that settled, we'll get the registration opened.

Anyone have special requests/thoughts/demands for the dinner?

BBQ.

[stefrrr]

That was one of the suggestions.

Does anyone NOT like the BBQ idea?

[Ant]

That was one of the suggestions.

Does anyone NOT like the BBQ idea?

Does anyone NOT like the idea of BBQ being questioned? Surely BBQ is sacrosanct!?  

I've been putting pennies to one side for the possibility of coming along for this little shindig, the way things are going it might actually work out cheaper for me to spend a week or so in the US than here in the UK!

When are you going to start taking "official" bookings do you think? In other words, when do I have to make a decision?

[Ant]

Oh and if I come then I will bring some "scotch"... I'll even ride up to the distillery in Scotland to collect it  

[twist]

Anyone have special requests/thoughts/demands for the dinner?

I would like to make sure there's Beluga caviar, champagne, lobster, kobe beef, and tiramisu.  Mmm... tiramisu....  






 

[stefrrr]

Does anyone NOT like the idea of BBQ being questioned? Surely BBQ is sacrosanct!?  

I've been putting pennies to one side for the possibility of coming along for this little shindig, the way things are going it might actually work out cheaper for me to spend a week or so in the US than here in the UK!

When are you going to start taking "official" bookings do you think? In other words, when do I have to make a decision?

I would call and reserve your room right away. You'd be able to cancel or transfer it if you need to. Food should be sorted out in a few weeks.

We also need to do tshirts, which I'm sure we'll set up like last year with Desteenation and have everyone order their own.

I would like to make sure there's Beluga caviar, champagne, lobster, kobe beef, and tiramisu.  Mmm... tiramisu....  






 

Might be able to do the Tiramisu. For everything else - you're out of luck.  

[Ant]

I would like to make sure there's Beluga caviar, champagne, lobster, kobe beef, and tiramisu.  Mmm... tiramisu....  






 

mmmm, kobe beef...
Wonder how it tastes done on a BBQ?  

[Mr Sunshine]

mmmm, kobe beef...
Wonder how it tastes done on a BBQ?  

I like BBQ stuff all over the place...but you'll ruin it if you BBQ Kobe Beef.

[Ant]

I like BBQ stuff all over the place...but you'll ruin it if you BBQ Kobe Beef.

I was joking

[Black Ice]

Oh and if I come then I will bring some "scotch"... I'll even ride up to the distillery in Scotland to collect it  

<---volunteers to be Ant's tour guide and best buddy

[REAPER]

So how many have REALLY booked a room?
I haven't yet, but will be staying at the motel/hotel.
 

[Lawn Dart]

My intent is to be headed to Alaska...but if that falls through I'll be at the Hotel!

[phoenix]

Hey, to everyone who has been to Gunnison for a past meet or has just been in the area any time in their life, are there interesting things to do for people who are not motorcycle enthusiasts?

A lingering thought of mine is to pile me and my fam into the family people mover, hang a little bike (that I don't own yet) off a motorcycle carrier, and drive out to Gunnison for the meet. After a day or 2 in the area, we were talking about continuing west to the Grand Canyon, and try to hit some other interesting stuff on the way back. Maybe camp out a few nights along the trip. My wife and daughter have zero interest in motorcycles, so they would need something to keep them occupied for a day while I rode around with y'all.  Shoot, even if they don't come, riding from Iowa to Colorado is so incredibly boring that I would still be tempted to take the bike via the family people hauler.

[Scoop]

My SO and I will be heading to northern Utah, moving down to the Utah/Arizona border around that time.  If timing is right, we may be there on the return trip.  We will see how it goes.  If it looks good, I will book a room closer to the date.  Fingers are crossed.

[Mac]

Theres good BBQ in Colorado? I figured you'd have to detour through Kansas to find that.

[maddjack]

BBQ sounds ok to me.
I was just sitting here planning my ride out(4days) will call the motel in a week or so ,need to feel out where work is headed before I committ totally.I have to pay for motels 9 nights and food so i need to know the finances will be secure

[Leanintree]

Hey, to everyone who has been to Gunnison for a past meet or has just been in the area any time in their life, are there interesting things to do for people who are not motorcycle enthusiasts?

A lingering thought of mine is to pile me and my fam into the family people mover, hang a little bike (that I don't own yet) off a motorcycle carrier, and drive out to Gunnison for the meet. After a day or 2 in the area, we were talking about continuing west to the Grand Canyon, and try to hit some other interesting stuff on the way back. Maybe camp out a few nights along the trip. My wife and daughter have zero interest in motorcycles, so they would need something to keep them occupied for a day while I rode around with y'all.  Shoot, even if they don't come, riding from Iowa to Colorado is so incredibly boring that I would still be tempted to take the bike via the family people hauler.

Well... I've never actually been to a moto-meet in Gunnison, but I lived there for 25 years... does that count?

What kind of stuff does your family like doing? If you're thinking an amusement park, not so much. If they like camping, hiking, fishing, biking, rock climbing, 4-wheeling, or pretty much anything in the out of doors, you're set. Crested Butte is also within striking range of Gunnison if the wife want's to hit the touristy shoppy-shops. PM me with stuff they like, and I'll point you in the right direction.

Leanintree

[blackbuell]

Phoenix,

The Black Canyon of the Gunnison is right there--quite scenic, some good hikes. Lake City is about an hour away--historic, nice shops, with access to the most incredible alpine plateau in CO. In Lake City you can rent a jeep and drive into the National Forest up to almost 13,000 ft. with many 14ers around you. Very pretty. If they are not the hiking type, they can ride a gondola up to a mountain top at Monarch Pass (also about an hour away)--get a nice view of the San Juan Mts. Fishing, especially in the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River, is also great.

Jon

[maddjack]

Could you locals provide some must see and must ride suggestions in the area of the national?It would help me plan my time there .

[Bunbun]

Gonna be there.  Not sure if we'll be staying in the area all week or if we'll be moving around a bit.  Plan on staying at the Officially Sanctioned Motel.

Bun

[blackbuell]

A scenic loop for the ambitious:

Gunnison to South Fork via rt. 149, South Fork to Durango via rt. 160, Durango to Montrose via rt. 550, back to Gunnison on rt. 50. Total miles = about 400, time depends on you and on how heavy the tourista traffic is, but 7 hours would be reasonable. The loop takes you over several high passes, including a few over 11,000 ft. (Slumgullion, Wolf Creek, & Red Mountain). It also takes you through several historic towns such as Laker City, Creede & Silverton.

The ride to Crested Butte is nice, as is the short loop from Gunnison to Salida via rt. 114 & back to Gunnison via rt. 50 over Monarch Pass.

This has been one of my favorite areas to ride, camp, and hike since the early 70's. Sorry to get carried away with suggestions so far in advance of the meet,

Jon

I'm sure leanintree could tell us about other good rides.

[maddjack]

A scenic loop for the ambitious:

Gunnison to South Fork via rt. 149, South Fork to Durango via rt. 160, Durango to Montrose via rt. 550, back to Gunnison on rt. 50. Total miles = about 400, time depends on you and on how heavy the tourista traffic is, but 7 hours would be reasonable. The loop takes you over several high passes, including a few over 11,000 ft. (Slumgullion, Wolf Creek, & Red Mountain). It also takes you through several historic towns such as Laker City, Creede & Silverton.

The ride to Crested Butte is nice, as is the short loop from Gunnison to Salida via rt. 114 & back to Gunnison via rt. 50 over Monarch Pass.

This has been one of my favorite areas to ride, camp, and hike since the early 70's. Sorry to get carried away with suggestions so far in advance of the meet,

Jon

I'm sure leanintree could tell us about other good rides.

thanks for the info

[greench440]

Oh and if I come then I will bring some "scotch"... I'll even ride up to the distillery in Scotland to collect it  

Stop by the Edradour distillery just outside Pitlochry and pick me up a bottle of this:



Not available in the US.  I'll make it worth your while.

[zer0netgain]

If I can make it, I'd prefer getting/sharing a room over camping, but since I'll have my gear, camping is always an option.

[stefrrr]

Just a reminder - the officially sanctioned motels have been chosen. You can get the information to reserve your room here.

Register early!

[Galo]

1180 miles if I slab it. Crap, that's a long way...two days to get there, two days back....dunno
 

If the crazy Canucks do it again, I might skip the Nationals for the Borstch BBQ and Burn thingie...

[stefrrr]

Aaaaagh! If you show up and I don't get to meet you, I'll be bummed. At this point, I'm really leaning towards a six week course in spain. Would speaking to you get me 6 credit hours in Spanish?  

[Mac]

Galo could bring enough wine to make you THINK you're speaking perfect spanish.

[Galo]

Si, Pepe......
 

Nahh, not gonna make it...have a two-year backlog on the Kootenays to meet the crazy Canucks over yonder

[lobo10s]

Whhoo Hoo we will be there. We are taking a 9 day journey thru Utah and colorado. My wife and I will be camping as of this moment. Can't wait. Lets Ride!

[Scoop]

Hey, we might see you.  My wife and I are taking a 10 day trip through Utah and into Arizona, going north to south, then hoping to end up at the Nats....maybe.  I have a blue VStrom.  Wave if you see us  

[maddjack]

Well I'm in,gonna start picking the stops out and back......Is it june yet?

[Andrew]

I should be there this year

[Black Ice]

I should be there this year

You'll probably be stuck fixing everyone's bike.  

[Scoop]

Or installing farkles!

[Andrew]

Or installing farkles!

Thanks but I would rather think of that as installing upgrades.

You'll probably be stuck fixing everyone's bike.  

No problem as it is a passion of mine

[Keyf]

My wife and I plan to be there for our STN first national. We had planned to take a trip to CO and stay in Gunnison during the same week as the national. We rode our bikes out to Idaho from NC a couple of years ago and stayed at a motel (the Western Motel- across the street from the Gunnison Inn) and we said then we must return to the area for a few days instead of just passing through.

Looking forward to being there.

[katego]

I'm in. Made a reservation at the G'Inn a few weeks ago. Is it time to go yet?

-k

[Mrs. DantesDame]

I'm in. Made a reservation at the G'Inn a few weeks ago. Is it time to go yet?

-k

nothing sayin' that you can't leave early!  

[KeithB]

Count me in.  I just make my reservation at the Quality Inn.  June is a loooong way away.  I'll be making a wide swing around CO & WY catching you folks on Tue & Wed.

[shil]

I'm out.  I just bought a house, closing at the end of May.  There's no way I'm getting away in June.

[Hickey]

I have made my reservations, so I'm planning to make it.  I should arrive at the Gunnison Inn Tuesday evening and head for home on Friday morning.

[zzzzip]

Had to give up a ride to Canada, so I have booked a room at the G. Inn.  Looking forward to meeting some new friends and seeing some new places.
 

[oscar.45]

Hi guy’s & gal’s,

I’m new to the group and live north of Denver.  The southwestern part of Colorado is great.  I have rode atv’s in this area but not a road bike.  I think I will join you all if it’s ok.

Jerry

[basco]

Hi guy’s & gal’s,

I’m new to the group and live north of Denver.  The southwestern part of Colorado is great.  I have road atv’s in this area but not a road bike.  I think I will join you all if it’s ok.

Jerry

Welcome to the site. I live in Castle Rock and work in Centennial.

I should be there unless work interferes. I asked for the time but....