Anyone Want to Move the R4 LDW Meet?

[DrMikey]

To Viroqua, Wi. For the past few years, it's been Boscobel. Not a bad locale, but the local eateries leave something to be desired.

Viroqua is every bit as central to good riding and it's a shorter distance from the nearest interstate, if that matters. No pre-scheduled events here for LDW and there are 3 motels. Several restaurants here and in Westby 7 miles to the north. One of them is Borgen's Cafe. Ask around about that one. La Crosse is a mere 45 minutes.

I can probably coordinate some entertainment, too.

Feedback?

[RedCBRRider]

 

[FZ1 Matt]

Feedback?

Chilito Lindo!!!!! mmmmmmm!

[DavidLSI]

As long as the change topic is now open.......

How changing to a non-holiday weekend?
 

[Cheddarhead]

To Viroqua, Wi. For the past few years, it's been Boscobel. Not a bad locale, but the local eateries leave something to be desired.

Viroqua is every bit as central to good riding and it's a shorter distance from the nearest interstate, if that matters. No pre-scheduled events here for LDW and there are 3 motels. Several restaurants here and in Westby 7 miles to the north. One of them is Borgen's Cafe. Ask around about that one. La Crosse is a mere 45 minutes.

I can probably coordinate some entertainment, too.

Feedback?

If you call it, they will come....

But, as the sign says...:If you break it, you bought it..."

Same applies here.  Folks will show up for the event...but you're now "in charge" of securing Hotel Reservations, identifying at least a couple of good ride routes...camping options, breakfast spots, etc...

[motocbiker]

Dear Doctor,

Do you have a hotel in mind in Viroqua?

If not you may want to consider Reedsburg or Spring Green. Both are a little closer to Madison and the Interstate (presuming your coming from NE IL or Milwaukee), In Reedsburg consider the Voyageur and in Spring Green consider the Round Barn. Both are motorcycle friendly and have full course breakfast and dinner on premise as well as nearby restaurants, gas stations, etc.

Just a thought.

[Jetpilot5]

Anywhere in the general area is good with me.

[lrr308]

As long as the change topic is now open.......

How changing to a non-holiday weekend?
 

But... but.... but....  then we might miss all the holiday parade rides!  

[dabirk23]

The Wildcat Rally http://www.wildcatrally.com/ is based out of Westby on LDW as well  

[coopdway]

I attend (or try to) both events and actually, there would be room for both at the same time.  The area's riding is great as everyone knows and lodging choices in the area are relatively good.

[bomber]

PLEASE not Labor Day.

Parades, trhying to wend your way through the representatives of the Anti-Destination League, being able to make both the LDW AND the Mile in teh same year . . . all priceless.

Location, I am perfectly happy with any of the suggestions forwarded thus far.

As for entertainment, we'll have our motorycles, won't we?  

Oh, and Breadman!

[Grnarrowe]

PLEASE not Labor Day.

Parades, trhying to wend your way through the representatives of the Anti-Destination League, being able to make both the LDW AND the Mile in teh same year . . . all priceless.

Location, I am perfectly happy with any of the suggestions forwarded thus far.

As for entertainment, we'll have our motorycles, won't we?  

Oh, and Breadman!

And Monkeys!

FTFY  

[bomber]

effing monkeys

[dabirk23]

I attend (or try to) both events and actually, there would be room for both at the same time.  The area's riding is great as everyone knows and lodging choices in the area are relatively good.

 

[DrMikey]

OK. It sounds like most are on board with a change of venue. I don't hear a consensus on a change in timing. Be advised that LDW is one of the few weekends that time of year when there is no scheduled event that will fill area motels. For instance, mid-August is Wild West Days, one weekend after LDW is a local gospel/bluegrass festival (plust the Dells Rally), and two weeks later is the Vernon County Fair.

Mods-  can we put a region 4 sticky on this one, at least for a few weeks?

[Fudge]

As long as the change topic is now open.......

How changing to a non-holiday weekend?
 

I'm with David, LDW is always a no go for me.

[Jetpilot5]

It's always going to be hit or miss with the date.  LDW works good for me, I never have family obligations and I can get the three day weekend without taking vacation.  If it's scheduled for a regular two day weekend I'm out because I don't want to take a week of vacation just to get a Friday or Monday off.

That said, if most would prefer a different weekend I certainly understand.

[Breadman]

  I will be unable to plan or attend the LDW R4 meet this year.  I type this with regret.  Other events (family related) have taken priority.  I will try and plan one or more long rides in this general area over the spring/summer to get my fix of that great riding area W of Madison.

Kris

[vwtom]

To Viroqua, Wi. For the past few years, it's been Boscobel. Not a bad locale, but the local eateries leave something to be desired.

Viroqua is every bit as central to good riding and it's a shorter distance from the nearest interstate, if that matters. No pre-scheduled events here for LDW and there are 3 motels. Several restaurants here and in Westby 7 miles to the north. One of them is Borgen's Cafe. Ask around about that one. La Crosse is a mere 45 minutes.

I can probably coordinate some entertainment, too.

Feedback?

Was the final location/dates set yet?  I'm game for either - but just trying to make plans.

Thanks,
tom

[Oddball]

I'm with David, LDW is always a no go for me.

, and Fudge.  I've never made it to this event because it is on LDW and family commitments.

[HipGnosis]

1 vote for moving it.  

1 vote for changing the date.  
Why not make it a psudo 3 day weekend of Fri noon to Monday noon and expect (and allow) for people to arrive and depart as their schedule permits?

[FRZY]

What we need is for someone to just take charge of this years R4 Meet 2010. Pick a place and time and be done with it. Those that can make it will, those that can't won't. Pretty simple.

Just my .02

[FRZY]

To Viroqua, Wi.  SURE

there are 3 motels. PICK ONE

Several restaurants here and in Westby 7 miles to the north. One of them is Borgen's Cafe.  SOUNDS LIKE A WINNER

I can probably coordinate some entertainment, too. SWEET

Feedback?SOUNDS LIKE A GOOD PLAN. WHEN YOU GOING TO CALL IT?

Just trying to get the ball rolling on the R4 Meet 2010. Hope this works  

[DrMikey]

OK. Gimme a few days, I'll contact the motels. There are two new restaurants in the area, too.

[RedCBRRider]

Sweet.  Make sure some of the entertainment includes a run through Coon Valley.

[FRZY]

OK. Gimme a few days, I'll contact the motels. There are two new restaurants in the area, too.

[DrMikey]

OK. There are two weekends available. The local Viroqua Motels (all 3 of 'em) have rooms availble for both LDW and the weekend after. I'll make the decision as to which weekend this Wednesday evening July 14.

Pros & Cons:
LDW Pros- it's a 3 day for most. No local events to take up motel space. (Probably) free entertainment from a band doing a reunion gig on Saturday night.  
LDW Cons- Traffic. Having to stop for local parades enroute. I'm on call all weekend, and so couldn't lead any but the most local of rides.

LDW + 1 Pros- Minimal traffic during that lull between LDW and the leaves turning. No local events to take up motel space.
Cons: It's a garden-variety 2 day weekend. Riders will probably miss the first pro football games of the year. Each day will be about 20 minutes shorter than on LDW.

Reply b/w now and 1900 on Wednesday night, and based on estimated head count I'll see about a block discount at one of the local motels and post the edict then.

[RedCBRRider]

Either one will work for me.  LDW being preferable.

[FRZY]

Either one will work for me.  LDW being preferable.

same here