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Title: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: CutterBill on November 05, 2016, 09:14:41 AM
Are we doing this again in 2017?  Same place?  I sure hope so.  

I am determined to make this rally...  I've already told the boss that I'll be gone for 3 weeks.  The freshly-painted engine cases are going in the oven today.  The frame, wheels and a box of small parts go to the powder-coater next week.  The new seals for FZR forks should arrive today.  Lots of work to do...

Who's in?
Bill
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO
Post by: Pat Conlon on November 06, 2016, 06:56:34 PM
OH hell yes!  Hurray for Ouray!

Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO
Post by: CutterBill on November 06, 2016, 09:28:14 PM
Pat, glad you agree.  Now all we need is a date.  I see that the WCR is the first weekend in June so should Ouray be immediately following?  Or perhaps a few weeks later to give folks a chance to rest up?  Since I am new to this whole rally thing, I will defer to those with more experience.

But I really want to see this happen.  I have friends in Leadville that want me to stop by for a few days after the rally.  And I have a customer in Fort Collins that wants me to ride up his way.  Should be a fun trip.
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO
Post by: Pat Conlon on November 08, 2016, 01:19:16 AM
What we have done the last couple of years was to hold the Colorado Rally the weekend following the WCR**
This allows plenty of time to ride out from Calif to Colorado. Some bitchen rides on the way to and from Colorado. You are welcome to ride to Colorado with us Bill. Guaranteed good time.



**The WCR is always the weekend (Thrus-Sunday) after Memorial Day.
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO
Post by: Firehawk068 on November 08, 2016, 12:23:10 PM
If the folks that are interested in attending want to move forward with this, I can set it up.
If you want the same dates as this year, and following the WCR, it would be June 8,9,10th 2017.

I unfortunately won't be able to attend next June, as my commitments for next summer are already filling up.

Let's get a head-count going as to who would be interested, and I'll make a couple phone calls for you.
Those that attended this year should be able to provide all the info about the good rides in that area.
I can give info about my favorite ones.

I wish I was able to set aside the time to attend this next June, but I just can't.  :empathy2:
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO
Post by: Pat Conlon on November 08, 2016, 01:06:45 PM
Thanks Alan! Were you happy with Ouray?

I've re-titled this topic to ask for a head count.
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO
Post by: Firehawk068 on November 08, 2016, 01:24:28 PM
Quote from: Pat Conlon on November 08, 2016, 01:06:45 PM
Thanks Alan! Were you happy with Ouray?

I've re-titled this topic to ask for a head count.


Absolutely I was!
I love that little town! If I could afford to move there, I would in a heartbeat.
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO
Post by: CutterBill on November 09, 2016, 07:05:34 AM
Quote from: Pat Conlon on November 08, 2016, 01:19:16 AM
...You are welcome to ride to Colorado with us Bill. Guaranteed good time.
I will probably pass on WCR but I could easily ride north and join up with you guys on Sunday or Monday, then follow to Ouray.  Sounds epic.

Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO
Post by: FJ1100mjk on November 09, 2016, 07:27:55 AM
Quote from: CutterBill on November 09, 2016, 07:05:34 AM
Sounds epic.

Speaking from my experiences of riding around a lot in Colorado last year, it IS epic!

You will not be disappointed.
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO
Post by: racerrad8 on November 16, 2016, 06:46:30 PM
Quote from: CutterBill on November 09, 2016, 07:05:34 AM
I will probably pass on WCR but I could easily ride north and join up with you guys on Sunday or Monday, then follow to Ouray.  Sounds epic.

Bill, that is disappointing to hear. Hopefully you can find a way for both.

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: CutterBill on November 21, 2016, 09:48:22 PM
Randy,
thanks for your encouragement but I think 3 weeks of riding will be just about all I can handle.  After Ouray, I'm heading to Leadville to see friends.  Then on to Ft. Collins to help a customer with his Cessna 310.  So as it stands, I'll be getting plenty of riding in.

Plus... I must admit a small amount of trepidation at joining a large group for a weekend rally.  I tend to do things alone anyway, but 2 years ago I got out of my comfort zone and met up with a large group of dual-sport riders in Death Valley.  I met them on one of those MeetUp things, and it sounded like fun.  Let me cut to the chase and say that they turned out to be the biggest bunch of arrogant, flaming assholes I have ever met.  And that's being charitable.

Later the next week, when I wrote about my experience on a ADVrider forum I belonged to, without me mentioning any names, several of the forum members chimed in, laughing, and correctly identified the group I had ridden with.  Apparently, this particular group is notorious for their rude behavior.  One guy related a story about the first and last time he rode with them... a group of about 10 guys and 1 single lady, in Mexico.  It was on the 3rd day, they were deep into Mexico, and the lady rider got a flat tire.  They left her behind.  In Mexico.  And it was getting dark...  

The guy telling the story was at the front of the group and didn't realize what had happened to her until the next gas stop.  Once the sweep rider mentioned her plight, the hero of the story immediately rode back over an hour to find her on the side of the road, terrified, trying her best to fix her tire in the dark.  They got her tire fixed and rejoined the group for the night.  The next day the two of them got up early, hit the slab and headed north for home.  Someone else chimed in and stated that the group motto should be: Those who fall behind, get left behind.

So that's just one story, but kinda, sorta the experience I have had with large groups.  I dunno... maybe I just don't play well with others.  But I've ridden with Streetmasters Mike and even had him over to the house for burgers and beer several times.  And I've had the pleasure of riding with Monkey Mark once.  I found both them to be exceptionally good company.  And the rest of lunatics on this forum seem to be ok fellows so I thought I would take a chance.

Sorry for the long-winded discourse but sometimes my fingers just won't shut up.  See you guys in Ouray...
Bill

Oh, I went to the Long Beach Bike Show yesterday... bought some Lee Parks gloves.  Ooooooo... nice...  :good2:
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: Capn Ron on November 22, 2016, 01:26:17 AM
Hey Bill...

Just had to chime in here!  I attended my first FJ rally in 2013 with many of the same trepidations.  My only purpose for attending was to meet RPM Randy face to face and to thank him for sending me a part a year earlier that saved my 17,000+ mile trip!  I too had no idea what to expect, so my plan was to show up, figure out who this Randy guy was, shake his hand and thank him profusely and if the rally was even a tad bit iffy, I was going to just ride home having accomplished what I set out to do.  Well, here it is going on four years later and I wouldn't miss a rally for love nor money.  I have attended as many as three of the scheduled rallies and even a few impromptu rally get-togethers ina single year!  Love this group!

The WCR this year will be a lot to take in with nearly 50 people in attendance!!!  That being said, it's a great opportunity to meet some of the "core" FJOwners and ride some amazing roads in the Sierra Nevada mountains.  If another Ouray rally comes to be, I will surely attend that as well...Great little town in the Rockies and SO many great memories from last year!!

Hope to meet up with you at one or both!   :good2:
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: Pat Conlon on November 24, 2016, 10:58:02 PM
I sure had fun with you Ron, riding out to the Black Hills of SD.
Dodging thunder storms across the plains of Wyoming while you kept an eye on the weather radar
App on your iPhone.
I will never forget that trip.  Good times indeed

Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: aviationfred on November 25, 2016, 08:28:46 AM
Bill,

I have attended one WCR, and all three of the Central Rally's. I fully understand your trepidations about riding in a large group. Here is one of my group ride stories that had the potential for disaster.

New Years day a few years ago. One of the local biker Facebook pages had a Polar Bear ride set up. My 11 year old son wanted to go despite the 30* weather, we geared him up and off we went. The ride was a very short 10 miles or so with a mix of cruisers and sport bikes. As we were making our way through downtown, I could hear and view in my mirrors the sport bike riders doing wheelies and stoppies. Hence forth, I have not ridden with the sport bike crowd here since.

As far as riding in a large group at the WCR. Typically the groups are about 8 riders max. I remember that one member at the 2014 WCR missed the group line up photo because he was out riding on his own. Joining a large group ride is not mandatory. There are always a few that have similar views as you and would welcome a chance to ride with you in a 2, 3, or 4 person ride.

Fred
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: Todd85fj on December 01, 2016, 09:01:42 PM
Hello all!  It has been a while - I hope everyone is doing good.  Yes - I'll be there!  Todd (https://scontent.fapa1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/13217236_10154069699534892_8952544281778202133_o.jpg)  (https://scontent.fapa1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13432402_10154126198114892_7143217561617135790_n.jpg?oh=257515000ac81a695da2ffc9eb5c3afc&oe=58CBB9ED)
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: Capn Ron on December 04, 2016, 09:10:03 PM
Quote from: Pat Conlon on November 24, 2016, 10:58:02 PM
I sure had fun with you Ron, riding out to the Black Hills of SD.
Dodging thunder storms across the plains of Wyoming while you kept an eye on the weather radar
App on your iPhone.
I will never forget that trip.  Good times indeed



What rain, Pat?  I don't remember any rain!

(http://fjowners.com/gallery/10/697_04_12_16_9_06_14.png)

:lol:
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: racerrad8 on January 07, 2017, 12:48:15 PM
Is there going to be a Ouray rally for 2017? If so I need to know who is the coordinator is going to be.

Let me know, Randy
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: Firehawk068 on January 07, 2017, 02:34:49 PM
I can Coordinate this, but I'm not going to be able to attend.
If the interested folks want this to happen, I can contact the resort and set it up.
Let me know if this is an acceptable arrangement, and I'll move forward with it.
It would be nice to get a probable head-count before I contact them.
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: andyoutandabout on January 07, 2017, 02:52:00 PM
Enough of such talk Al. Plenty of time between now and then for you to delegate responsibilities and free up your calendar. It won't be the same without you. Especially those evening rides with a smoked visor.
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: CutterBill on January 08, 2017, 10:01:13 PM
Well, obviously I'm going.  Hell, I bought another FJ just so I could make the damn rally.  I better not be the only one there!   :nea:
Bill
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: fj1289 on January 08, 2017, 10:40:30 PM
With great risk of jynxing myself with a work trip during this timeframe -- I'm a definite maybe!
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: rlucas on January 09, 2017, 06:54:31 AM
Another definite maybe. I spent time in the area as a kid, and I'd like to see it on two wheels. Plus, my kids both live in Denver and I've got old friends in Boulder; I'd like to make an extended trip out that way. It's just too early to commit.
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: Firehawk068 on January 09, 2017, 09:51:34 AM
Quote from: andyoutandabout on January 07, 2017, 02:52:00 PM
Enough of such talk Al. Plenty of time between now and then for you to delegate responsibilities and free up your calendar. It won't be the same without you. Especially those evening rides with a smoked visor.


It was memorable for sure!
I'm glad I had your tail-lights to follow that last stretch.  :good:
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: racerrad8 on January 09, 2017, 10:38:23 AM
So I will start the head count list.

Please add you name to the appropriate section below.

Randy - RPM

Confirmed:
Cutter Bill


Maybe:
FJ1289
rlucas
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: Neoday2 on January 09, 2017, 12:31:05 PM
 :dash1:

looks like I'll be one week off on my summer motorcycle trip.  Unless something serendipitous comes up, I will not be able to attend this year.   

That, or I could just ride ride out and pull another iron butt both on directions this time and only take a few days off work...

decisions, decisions...
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: 1tinindian on January 09, 2017, 08:37:50 PM
Quote from: Firehawk068 on January 09, 2017, 09:51:34 AM
Quote from: andyoutandabout on January 07, 2017, 02:52:00 PM
Enough of such talk Al. Plenty of time between now and then for you to delegate responsibilities and free up your calendar. It won't be the same without you. Especially those evening rides with a smoked visor.

It was memorable for sure!
I'm glad I had your tail-lights to follow that last stretch.  :good:

Cory and I were happy to be back in camp after that ride. WOW, what a long day that turned out to be.
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: ribbert on January 10, 2017, 05:02:25 AM
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Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: roortcloud on January 10, 2017, 02:17:50 PM
Quote from: CutterBill on November 05, 2016, 09:14:41 AM
 Same place?  I sure hope so.  

Bill

Bill, Is the same place you refer to the KOA in Ouray?
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: Firehawk068 on January 10, 2017, 05:37:14 PM
Quote from: roortcloud on January 10, 2017, 02:17:50 PM


Bill, Is the same place you refer to the KOA in Ouray?

NO.
Details to follow :)
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: Pat Conlon on January 10, 2017, 08:14:17 PM
Confirmed:
Cutter Bill


Maybe:
FJ1289
rlucas
pat conlon
Paul Lawson
Jason Lawson
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: Firehawk068 on January 13, 2017, 03:24:49 PM
Confirmed:
Firehawk068 - Alan H.
Cutter Bill


Maybe:
FJ1289
rlucas
pat conlon
Paul Lawson
Jason Lawson
Todd85FJ - Todd Q.
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: motogp52 on January 16, 2017, 12:03:26 AM
Quote from: Firehawk068 on January 13, 2017, 03:24:49 PM
Confirmed:
Firehawk068 - Alan H.
Cutter Bill


Maybe:
FJ1289
rlucas
pat conlon
Paul Lawson
Jason Lawson
Todd85FJ - Todd Q.
Motogp52 - Barry
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: chainus on January 24, 2017, 02:09:27 PM
Confirmed:
Firehawk068 - Alan H.
Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai


Maybe:
FJ1289
rlucas
pat conlon
Paul Lawson
Jason Lawson
Todd85FJ - Todd Q.
Motogp52 - Barry
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: yamaha fj rider on February 06, 2017, 09:21:35 AM
Confirmed:
Firehawk068 - Alan H.
Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai


Maybe:
FJ1289
rlucas
pat conlon
Paul Lawson
Jason Lawson
Todd85FJ - Todd Q.
Motogp52 - Barry
yamah fj rider - Kurt
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: andyoutandabout on February 06, 2017, 12:36:49 PM
Can I be in a new category? - 'most likely'
andyoutandabout
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: Firehawk068 on February 06, 2017, 12:45:16 PM
Of Course  :sarcastic:

Confirmed:

Firehawk068 - Alan H.
Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai

Most Likely:

Andyoutandabout

Maybe:

FJ1289
rlucas
pat conlon
Paul Lawson
Jason Lawson
Todd85FJ - Todd Q.
Motogp52 - Barry
yamah fj rider - Kurt
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: roortcloud on February 06, 2017, 03:39:38 PM
Quote from: Firehawk068 on February 06, 2017, 12:45:16 PM
Of Course  :sarcastic:

Confirmed:

Firehawk068 - Alan H.
Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai

Most Likely:

Andyoutandabout
Ron Oort
Maybe:

FJ1289
rlucas
pat conlon
Paul Lawson
Jason Lawson
Todd85FJ - Todd Q.
Motogp52 - Barry
yamah fj rider - Kurt


Added my name with andyoutandabout
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: yamaha fj rider on February 11, 2017, 12:49:45 PM
Quote from: roortcloud on February 06, 2017, 03:39:38 PM
Quote from: Firehawk068 on February 06, 2017, 12:45:16 PM
Of Course  :sarcastic:

Confirmed:

Firehawk068 - Alan H.
Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai

Most Likely:

Andyoutandabout
Ron Oort
yamaha fj rider - Kurt

Maybe:

FJ1289
rlucas
pat conlon
Paul Lawson
Jason Lawson
Todd85FJ - Todd Q.
Motogp52 - Barry



Added my name with andyoutandabout
Moved myself up a notch.

Kurt
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: racerrad8 on February 12, 2017, 04:58:39 PM
Quote from: yamaha fj rider on February 11, 2017, 12:49:45 PM
Quote from: Firehawk068 on February 06, 2017, 12:45:16 PM
Of Course  :sarcastic:

Confirmed:

Firehawk068 - Alan H.
Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai

Most Likely:

Andyoutandabout
Ron Oort
yamaha fj rider - Kurt

Maybe:

FJ1289
rlucas
pat conlon
Paul Lawson
Jason Lawson
Todd85FJ - Todd Q.
Motogp52 - Barry
Moved myself up a notch.

Kurt

Hopefully you can put your name back onto this list too: 2017 West Coast Rally - June 1-3, 2017 (http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=15667.msg167356#msg167356)

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: andyoutandabout on February 12, 2017, 06:33:15 PM
Yay, the most likely category swells to three. What a useful springboard.
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: yamaha fj rider on February 13, 2017, 08:45:27 AM
Quote from: racerrad8 on February 12, 2017, 04:58:39 PM
Quote from: yamaha fj rider on February 11, 2017, 12:49:45 PM
Quote from: Firehawk068 on February 06, 2017, 12:45:16 PM
Of Course  :sarcastic:

Confirmed:

Firehawk068 - Alan H.
Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai

Most Likely:

Andyoutandabout
Ron Oort
yamaha fj rider - Kurt

Maybe:

FJ1289
rlucas
pat conlon
Paul Lawson
Jason Lawson
Todd85FJ - Todd Q.
Motogp52 - Barry
Moved myself up a notch.

Kurt

Hopefully you can put your name back onto this list too: 2017 West Coast Rally - June 1-3, 2017 (http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=15667.msg167356#msg167356)

Randy - RPM
I wish that was the case. We have another commitment that weekend, if things change we will let you know. WCR looks great.

Kurt
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: Pat Conlon on March 03, 2017, 12:09:12 PM
Quote from: Firehawk068 on February 06, 2017, 12:45:16 PM


Confirmed:

Firehawk068 - Alan H.
Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai
yamaha fj rider - Kurt

Most Likely:

Andyoutandabout
Ron Oort

Maybe:

FJ1289
rlucas
pat conlon
Paul Lawson
Jason Lawson

Todd85FJ - Todd Q.
Motogp52 - Barry



Unfortunately, high school graduation commitments for that weekend (grand kids) means that Jason, Paul and I can not attend... Pat

Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: Firehawk068 on March 07, 2017, 05:29:04 PM
Quote from: Pat Conlon on March 03, 2017, 12:09:12 PM
Quote from: Firehawk068 on February 06, 2017, 12:45:16 PM


Confirmed:

Firehawk068 - Alan H.
Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai
yamaha fj rider - Kurt

Most Likely:

Andyoutandabout
Ron Oort

Maybe:

FJ1289
rlucas
pat conlon
Paul Lawson
Jason Lawson

Todd85FJ - Todd Q.
Motogp52 - Barry



Unfortunately, high school graduation commitments for that weekend (grand kids) means that Jason, Paul and I can not attend... Pat



Darn!
Sorry to hear that you guys won't be coming.
I know how important those family commitments are though.
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: motogp52 on March 08, 2017, 09:23:12 AM
Quote from: Firehawk068 on March 07, 2017, 05:29:04 PM
Quote from: Pat Conlon on March 03, 2017, 12:09:12 PM
Quote from: Firehawk068 on February 06, 2017, 12:45:16 PM


Confirmed:

Firehawk068 - Alan H.
Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai
yamaha fj rider - Kurt
motogp52 - Barry

Most Likely:

Andyoutandabout
Ron Oort

Maybe:

FJ1289
rlucas
pat conlon
Paul Lawson
Jason Lawson

Todd85FJ - Todd



Unfortunately, high school graduation commitments for that weekend (grand kids) means that Jason, Paul and I can not attend... Pat


Darn!
Sorry to hear that you guys won't be coming.
I know how important those family commitments are though.
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: motogp52 on March 08, 2017, 09:28:43 AM
Alan, I just made my reservation for the Riverside Inn in Ouray and moved my name to the confirmed list! Thanks again for getting this organized, I'm so looking forward to my first FJ rally!  :yahoo:
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: FJmonkey on March 08, 2017, 10:43:32 AM
Updated list

Confirmed:

Firehawk068 - Alan H.
Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai
yamaha fj rider - Kurt
motogp52 - Barry

Most Likely:

Andyoutandabout
Ron Oort

Maybe:

FJ1289
rlucas
Todd85FJ - Todd
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: yamaha fj rider on March 08, 2017, 05:50:46 PM
Quote from: motogp52 on March 08, 2017, 09:28:43 AM
Alan, I just made my reservation for the Riverside Inn in Ouray and moved my name to the confirmed list! Thanks again for getting this organized, I'm so looking forward to my first FJ rally!  :yahoo:
That is awesome, looking forward to seeing you there.

Kurt
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: yaman on March 15, 2017, 05:55:52 PM
looks like i can put my name on the "maybe" list
hope to move it up to most likely in a couple of weeks
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: FJmonkey on March 15, 2017, 06:03:23 PM
Updated list

Confirmed:

Firehawk068 - Alan H.
Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai
yamaha fj rider - Kurt
motogp52 - Barry

Most Likely:

Andyoutandabout
Ron Oort

Maybe:

FJ1289
rlucas
Todd85FJ - Todd
yaman (formerly fjfool)
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: yamaha fj rider on March 22, 2017, 04:26:57 PM
Is anyone coming to Colorado, who still uses the cartridge oil filters? The reason I am asking is, there are two of them in my garage. Anyone still using them is welcome to them. Just message me back and I bring them to the rally.

Kurt
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: Firehawk068 on April 16, 2017, 10:39:37 PM
Well, this really sucks to have to post this, but it looks like I will not be able to make it to Ouray after all.

Long story-short:
My co-worker and I have been given the news that the Fleet Boss is changing our schedule, and taking away our (4)-tens shift. He is putting us back on 5-day work schedule.
We have been in a battle over it for a few weeks, and have tried to fight it to no avail. I will be back on 5-day schedule starting May 8th.  :mad:
What this means for me, is that I no longer have enough vacation time available in my time-bank to cover all of the trips that I have planned for the summer. This includes all of the 3-day camping trips, long weekends with the family, and various days that the kids are off from school.
I am now coming up 5 days short, and have to cut some of my plans.............I was really counting on those Fridays off.

Anyway, the timing on this really sucks and I wish there would have been a better outcome, but I'm stuck with it and have to move on.

I'm removing my name off of the attendance list...........
If anyone wants to lead the rides, you can contact me and I will review the best routes with you. There is a bunch of great roads in that area.
Or the folks who are going usually like to split off into their own little groups and head off where they may.

Also Randy (RPM) will need someone to take over handling the Rally shirts for the folks who would be picking them up at the Rally.

Updated list

Confirmed:

Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai
yamaha fj rider - Kurt
motogp52 - Barry

Most Likely:

Andyoutandabout
Ron Oort

Maybe:

FJ1289
rlucas
Todd85FJ - Todd
yaman (formerly fjfool)
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: rlucas on April 17, 2017, 07:13:00 AM
I should be removed from the list as well. Same story - family commitments and no accrued time off. Planning to make the Wisconsin rally, but that's only 3 hours away and by then I'll have the vacation time.
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: racerrad8 on April 17, 2017, 10:38:29 AM
Alan & Rock, sorry to hear that you are not able to make it to Ouray.

Here is the updated list as of 4/17/17

Randy - RPM

Confirmed:

Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai
yamaha fj rider - Kurt
motogp52 - Barry

Most Likely:

Andyoutandabout
Ron Oort

Maybe:

FJ1289
Todd85FJ - Todd
yaman (formerly fjfool)

Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: aviationfred on April 17, 2017, 12:11:27 PM
I am going to add my name to the list as attending.

Confirmed:

Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai
yamaha fj rider - Kurt
motogp52 - Barry
aviationfred - Fred

Most Likely:

Andyoutandabout
Ron Oort

Maybe:

FJ1289
Todd85FJ - Todd
yaman (formerly fjfool)

 




Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: andyoutandabout on April 17, 2017, 07:00:10 PM
Nooooooooooo, major downer Alan and Rock, just where does this world of work get off messing with rally plans.
Even though I'm on the most likely list, it's pretty sure I'm going, so delivering a rally shirt parcel is something I can do. Additionally, I'll put my name in the hat for leading a ride or two if that's the way the rally works out.
Alan, feel free to email me the routes so I can print them out (no flashy GPS here) and pin them in my tank bag.
andyoutandabout@yahoo.com

Let the season begin.
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: CutterBill on April 17, 2017, 07:07:58 PM
Just a reminder...

Several days ago I was talking to the lady at the Riverside Inn, and she commented that besides myself, she has only one other reservation.  She said that she has plenty of rooms and cabins available right now, but she expects to fill up fast.  Our rally coincides with the start of their busy season.  So if you are going and haven't made reservations yet, you should probably do that...
Bill
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: Firehawk068 on April 17, 2017, 10:29:52 PM
Good info Bill.

Seriously Guys, you don't want to miss this little town and all the great riding in the area!
Get your reservations in! You won't be disappointed!

I'm pissed about not being able to go..............I really am!

I was overwhelmed with the turnout from last year..........It was awesome!
This year looks to be about half the attendees, but you are a great group of guys........You will have a great time!

Andy, I will put together the best ride routes and e-mail them to you this week.
I will also post them up in the Rally thread for those that may break off on your own little groups.
Just be safe and always ride with a buddy!

If you guys make it to Crawford to have lunch at Skooterz-n-Shooterz, put another dollar up on the wall for me!
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: motogp52 on April 24, 2017, 04:47:49 PM
Alan, sorry to hear you won't be making it to the Colorado Rally.
For those of you who are on the fence about going, Ouray is truly one of the best places to ride in Colorado! Well worth the trip!
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: Mike Ramos on May 18, 2017, 03:33:30 PM
Confirmed:

Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai
yamaha fj rider - Kurt
motogp52 - Barry
aviationfred - Fred
Midget - Ramos

Most Likely:

Andyoutandabout
Ron Oort

Maybe:

FJ1289
Todd85FJ - Todd
yaman (formerly fjfool)

Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: racerrad8 on May 21, 2017, 05:50:21 PM
I would like to have the 2017 Rally shirt count ready before I head off from the WCR. I might be able to send them home with Alan or Ramos to save me the freight of shipping them.

Please add your name to this list below so I can get them ready.

Thanks guys, Randy - RPM

Motogp52 - Barry:  two shirts, Large
aviationfred  - Fred: one short sleeve, X Large
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: motogp52 on May 21, 2017, 10:37:32 PM
Motogp52 - Barry:  two shirts, size large.  Thanks Randy.
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: aviationfred on May 22, 2017, 08:46:15 AM
Motogp52 - Barry:  two shirts, Large
aviationfred  - Fred: one short sleeve, X Large



Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: aviationfred on May 22, 2017, 09:11:21 AM
Bill, Barry, Mike,


I am interested in sharing a room/cabin to help defray costs. Anyone open too a roomy for a few days? I plan on arriving in the late afternoon/early evening of Wednesday the 7th and leaving the morning of the 11th.


Fred
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: motogp52 on May 22, 2017, 02:38:58 PM
Fred, I would be totally up for having a roommate, however, my wife and and daughter will be accompanying me to Ouray as I'm planning on doing some riding and making it into a little family getaway too. We won't get there until Thursday evening as I work on Wednesday the 7th.

Barry
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: CutterBill on May 22, 2017, 07:10:56 PM
Fred,
you are welcome to bunk with me.  I'm planning on getting there Weds afternoon.
Bill
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: aviationfred on May 23, 2017, 09:38:35 AM
Quote from: CutterBill on May 22, 2017, 07:10:56 PM
Fred,
you are welcome to bunk with me.  I'm planning on getting there Weds afternoon.
Bill

That is great, thank you. Is your reservation a room, or a cabin? That way I will know if I will have to bring my sleeping bag or not.  :pardon:



Fred
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: CutterBill on May 23, 2017, 06:14:07 PM
Fred,
I got a cabin. But why the sleeping bag? The cabins come with beds and for an extra $5/day... sheets and blankets. 
Bill
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: yamaha fj rider on May 24, 2017, 08:05:42 AM
Quote from: CutterBill on May 23, 2017, 06:14:07 PM
Fred,
I got a cabin. But why the sleeping bag? The cabins come with beds and for an extra $5/day... sheets and blankets. 
Bill
You need to remember Fred is a Marine. We are lucky he just bringing a sleeping bag and not his pup tent also. :lol:

Kurt
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: FjLee on May 24, 2017, 08:48:47 AM

Well, FJLee wants to add his name to the  "Ouray  2017 CONFIRMED" list.

However, FJLee was irresponsibly delinquent in getting a reservation!

So.........hat in hand..........does anyone have a spare sleeping bag space
in their cabin so I can share expenses.......and attend the 2017 Ouray FJ Rally?

If anyone can help me out....my email is:        carkenord@juno.com

Tnx folks..........

FJLee....Lee Carkenord....Denver CO........1984 FJ1100
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: racerrad8 on May 24, 2017, 07:24:09 PM
Quote from: FjLee on May 24, 2017, 08:48:47 AM
Well, FJLee wants to add his name to the  "Ouray  2017 CONFIRMED" list.

Lee, I added your name to the updated list below, sorry I can't help with the rest of your request.

Randy - RPM

Confirmed:

Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai
yamaha fj rider - Kurt
motogp52 - Barry
aviationfred - Fred
Midget - Ramos
FjLee - Lee

Most Likely:

Andyoutandabout
Ron Oort

Maybe:

FJ1289
Todd85FJ - Todd
yaman (formerly fjfool)
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: racerrad8 on May 25, 2017, 10:54:55 AM
BUMP


Quote from: racerrad8 on May 21, 2017, 05:50:21 PM
I would like to have the 2017 Rally shirt count ready before I head off from the WCR. I might be able to send them home with Alan or Ramos to save me the freight of shipping them.

Please add your name to this list below so I can get them ready.

Thanks guys, Randy - RPM

Motogp52 - Barry:  two shirts, Large
aviationfred  - Fred: one short sleeve, X Large
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: aviationfred on May 25, 2017, 11:55:46 AM
Quote from: yamaha fj rider on May 24, 2017, 08:05:42 AM
Quote from: CutterBill on May 23, 2017, 06:14:07 PM
Fred,
I got a cabin. But why the sleeping bag? The cabins come with beds and for an extra $5/day... sheets and blankets. 
Bill
You need to remember Fred is a Marine. We are lucky he just bringing a sleeping bag and not his pup tent also. :lol:

Kurt

We didn't have have pup tents. Maybe showing my age, we had 'shelter halves'. Basically half of a tent. You would pair up with someone and using your shelter half and theirs, you made 1 tent using both halves. I know Texasdave knows exactly what I am talking about.


Fred
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: CutterBill on May 25, 2017, 07:53:49 PM
Quote from: yamaha fj rider on May 24, 2017, 08:05:42 AMYou need to remember Fred is a Marine...
Oh NO!  Not a Jarhead...  :flag_of_truce:  Ex-Army grunt here. I joined the Army to see the world, and they sent me to Oklahoma.  Sigh...
Bill
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: FjLee on May 27, 2017, 05:05:32 AM

Hi FJ folks.......

I'm still hoping to "get lucky"!

I want to attend the FJ Rally in Ouray, but I have not been able
to obtain lodging at the Rally site.

If anyone wants to share expenses, and has a space for me and my sleeping bag, it'd sure be
appreciated!

My email address is:              carkenord@juno.com

I'd be very happy to hear from someone.

"Thank you".........

FjLee........Denver CO.......1984 FJ1100
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: CutterBill on May 27, 2017, 02:59:13 PM
Lee,
I would hate to see you miss the rally just for a lack of sleeping quarters. I don't know how many beds are in the cabin, but you are welcome to bunk with me and Fred. I'm sure we can at least find space for you to throw a sleeping bag.
Bill
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: FjLee on May 27, 2017, 04:55:38 PM
Quote from: CutterBill on May 27, 2017, 02:59:13 PM
Lee,
I would hate to see you miss the rally just for a lack of sleeping quarters. I don't know how many beds are in the cabin, but you are welcome to bunk with me and Fred. I'm sure we can at least find space for you to throw a sleeping bag.
Bill

Bill...Thank you so much for bailing me out of a potentially unhappy situation!!

That's very generous and kind of you.

I sent you an email.....asking about a couple of details.

Now I'm gonna start packing!!

FjLee.....Denver,CO.....1984 FJ1100..........
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: racerrad8 on May 27, 2017, 05:07:10 PM
Quote from: racerrad8 on May 21, 2017, 05:50:21 PM
I would like to have the 2017 Rally shirt count ready before I head off from the WCR. I might be able to send them home with Alan or Ramos to save me the freight of shipping them.

Please add your name to this list below so I can get them ready.

Thanks guys, Randy - RPM

Motogp52 - Barry:  two shirts, Large
aviationfred  - Fred: one short sleeve, X Large


So far I have only heard from two people about the 2017 Rally shirt that needs to be taken to Ouray.

Here is the details on the shirt: 2017 FJowners.com Rally Shirts (http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=16513.msg167402#msg167402)

Please add you name to the list ASAP if you want one delivered to Ouray. I will be sending the shirts with someone headed east after the WCR.

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: aviationfred on May 28, 2017, 09:14:23 AM
Quote from: CutterBill on May 27, 2017, 02:59:13 PM
Lee,
I would hate to see you miss the rally just for a lack of sleeping quarters. I don't know how many beds are in the cabin, but you are welcome to bunk with me and Fred. I'm sure we can at least find space for you to throw a sleeping bag.
Bill


The Camper Cabin that I stayed in last year, #4 if I remember correctly. It should work fine for 3 guys. There is a bunk bed set and a single full size bed, a small table and a sort bench to sit on.


Fred
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: yamaha fj rider on May 28, 2017, 12:14:11 PM
Quote from: aviationfred on May 28, 2017, 09:14:23 AM
Quote from: CutterBill on May 27, 2017, 02:59:13 PM
Lee,
I would hate to see you miss the rally just for a lack of sleeping quarters. I don't know how many beds are in the cabin, but you are welcome to bunk with me and Fred. I'm sure we can at least find space for you to throw a sleeping bag.
Bill


The Camper Cabin that I stayed in last year, #4 if I remember correctly. It should work fine for 3 guys. There is a bunk bed set and a single full size bed, a small table and a sort bench to sit on.


Fred
Fred, don't forget about the porch swing.

Kurt
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: andyoutandabout on May 29, 2017, 07:43:54 PM
Those who are ordering the excellent rally shirt can count on me to be delivery boy as I promote myself up the list


Confirmed:

Cutter Bill
chainus - Kai
yamaha fj rider - Kurt
motogp52 - Barry
aviationfred - Fred
Midget - Ramos
FjLee - Lee
Andyoutandabout


Most Likely:


Ron Oort

Maybe:

FJ1289
Todd85FJ - Todd
yaman (formerly fjfool)


In addition I think Ron may well be out of the running, but I'll let him update his details.


Andy
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: racerrad8 on May 30, 2017, 10:54:01 PM
Quote from: racerrad8 on May 27, 2017, 05:07:10 PM
Quote from: racerrad8 on May 21, 2017, 05:50:21 PM
I would like to have the 2017 Rally shirt count ready before I head off from the WCR. I might be able to send them home with Alan or Ramos to save me the freight of shipping them.

Please add your name to this list below so I can get them ready.

Thanks guys, Randy - RPM

Motogp52 - Barry:  two shirts, Large
aviationfred  - Fred: one short sleeve, X Large


So far I have only heard from two people about the 2017 Rally shirt that needs to be taken to Ouray.

Here is the details on the shirt: 2017 FJowners.com Rally Shirts (http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=16513.msg167402#msg167402)

Please add you name to the list ASAP if you want one delivered to Ouray. I will be sending the shirts with someone headed east after the WCR.

Randy - RPM

Getting down to last call for 2017 rally shirts.

I am leaving for the WCR on Thursday morning and hope to have them delivered to Colorado.

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: yamaha fj rider on June 03, 2017, 11:30:47 PM
Today, I called to find out what the road conditions are like on Pikes Peak. The first thirteen miles are not great however, those last six miles are fantastic, if you are on a snowmobile. They are clearing the road now but, it looks like this will need to be postponed until some future rally. I hate snow. They only call it that because all the other four letter words were already taken.

##**^^#

Kurt   
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: CutterBill on June 05, 2017, 06:22:53 AM
On my way... 
Bill
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: FjLee on June 05, 2017, 06:52:40 AM
Quote from: CutterBill on June 05, 2017, 06:22:53 AM
On my way... 
Bill

I'll meet you Wednesday in Ouray..........

Travel safe.

FJLee  ......Denver CO........84 FJ1100
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: fj1289 on June 05, 2017, 09:19:23 AM
 :ireful:

I'm out.   I'll still be in Jacksonville, FL waiting to fly a busted plane again. 

Have fun!
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: aviationfred on June 05, 2017, 11:38:11 AM
Quote from: CutterBill on June 05, 2017, 06:22:53 AM
On my way...  
Bill

Have a safe trip.  :good2:

Kick stand up at the crack of dawn Wednesday morning, and will see you around dinner time Wednesday evening.


Fred
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: aviationfred on June 05, 2017, 03:24:34 PM
Quote from: yamaha fj rider on June 03, 2017, 11:30:47 PM
Today, I called to find out what the road conditions are like on Pikes Peak. The first thirteen miles are not great however, those last six miles are fantastic, if you are on a snowmobile. They are clearing the road now but, it looks like this will need to be postponed until some future rally. I hate snow. They only call it that because all the other four letter words were already taken.

##**^^#

Kurt   


This photo was taken near the summit of Pikes Peak June 2nd. I don't think we will have this as a destination this year.



Fred
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th ... Rally Shirt Order
Post by: racerrad8 on June 05, 2017, 07:32:20 PM
Quote from: racerrad8 on May 21, 2017, 05:50:21 PM
I would like to have the 2017 Rally shirt count ready before I head off from the WCR. I might be able to send them home with Alan or Ramos to save me the freight of shipping them.

Please add your name to this list below so I can get them ready.

Thanks guys, Randy - RPM

Motogp52 - Barry:  two shirts, Large
aviationfred  - Fred: one short sleeve, X Large


Barry & Fred,

Andy has the three shirts requested.

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2017 Colorado Rally, Ouray, CO June 8th-10th Who's coming? Head count please
Post by: motogp52 on June 05, 2017, 09:51:32 PM
Thanks Randy.
We"ll be leaving on Thursday morning as soon as I get off from work , I look forward to seeing everyone!