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I'm fairly certain that being crazy is a prerequisite, Sticky.

Looks like a decent route. The bit between 81 and 75 that isn't interstate would be painful if you were running behind and needed to hurry. It's hard to tell from the map how twisty that portion is. You'll be pretty far into the ride at that point it could be a little more challenging because your reaction time is apt to be a bit slower.

I think you should give it a go. You might not want to get right back on your scooter for a long ride the next day, though.
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I'm fairly certain that being crazy is a prerequisite, Sticky.

Looks like a decent route. The bit between 81 and 75 that isn't interstate would be painful if you were running behind and needed to hurry. It's hard to tell from the map how twisty that portion is. You'll be pretty far into the ride at that point it could be a little more challenging because your reaction time is apt to be a bit slower.

I think you should give it a go. You might not want to get right back on your scooter for a long ride the next day, though.
You will feel funky the next day but if you want to plan if out and go for it.
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Yeah maybe I should do it in reverse on the way home.
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Yeah maybe I should do it in reverse on the way home.
Might be best. Be sure to have all your papers and things you need for it.
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I'm in Cabin 16
Someone had beat me to my room with facilities. Oh well, this is about as rough as it gets for me!

See y'all there! Planning to be there Thursday, leaving Sunday.
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Re: I'm in Cabin 16
groovymom wrote:
Someone had beat me to my room with facilities. Oh well, this is about as rough as it gets for me!

See y'all there! Planning to be there Thursday, leaving Sunday.
Bring a bucket.
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No wonder why Vanilla is thinking twice. Lol ...

(Bring a bucket.... )
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Sticky, let me know when you are coming by Brunswick;
I'll be ready to follow you. I don't care about the ironbutt part of the program, but the route looks like a nice ride!
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Wow! Lots of activity on this thread and some new commitments - awesome!

Assuming my plans hold, I'm going to ride to Morgantown for the OU-WVU football game the Saturday before and then work my way down skyline drive and Blue Ridge Parkway for the gathering beginning.
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I'm in Cabin 17
Just made my reservation. Arriving Thursday evening and leaving Sunday morning.

I am so looking forward to this!
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Sweet!
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Are you two Maryland kids riding down together?
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Are you two Maryland kids riding down together?
Hopefully picking me up along the way.
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It's going to be a good time. I can't wait.
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stickyfrog wrote:
Are you two Maryland kids riding down together?
Hopefully picking me up along the way.
That would be fun.

Hopefully the froggiepositions are up for caravan down south!
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Scutrbrau wrote:
stickyfrog wrote:
Are you two Maryland kids riding down together?
Hopefully picking me up along the way.
That would be fun.

Hopefully the froggiepositions are up for caravan down south!
For sure 8)
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updated the attendees on the main thread page 1

2014 fall gathering
⬆️    About 1 month elapsed    ⬇️
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I don't think I will make this one. A wedding in CA came up beginning of September, if I make it, will be short notice.

If not I'll try for the spring!
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Camping !!! Rding ... ooee
I know this area ... and I'm nearby.

Room for one more ?

Bryan
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Re: Camping !!! Rding ... ooee
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I know this area ... and I'm nearby.

Room for one more ?

Bryan
Absolutely room for more. I don't know the camping situation, but believe you should call Blue Ridge Camp just to be sure they can accommodate you - shouldn't be a problem.
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We are in, just got the next to last cabin, #10. Anyone still on the fence like we were had better jump in now or get a place near by. The last cabin is by the river, but has no heat. It has a queen size bed. We will arrive Thursday and leave Sunday or Monday.
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The last cabin is by the river, but has no heat.
For anyone considering joining us, don't be put off by no heat - we are early enough in the fall that it shouldn't get that cold at night - bring an extra blanket if you can!

And, for those of us with "heat" in our cabins - don't be misled: the "heated" cabin will only be modestly warmer than an unheated cabin (based on my experience)! We are talking a small electric baseboard heater.
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Sept trip / scootarama
I contacted them ... no problems with tenting there ... I have a small Aspen Classic camper (motorcycle camper) I pull behind my VW Golf , but if I do that I wont be able to bring the scoot ... cant do that!
So i'm going to load the scoot and a tent with a 10 x 10 EEZ up and bring that.

Looking forward to it . Hope the weather is fair ...


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I'm out.... Cabin 16 is now available!
Due to unexpected knee surgery scheduled for Monday, I will be unable to attend this year. Will try again in the Spring! You all have a great time and post lots of pics!

Elaina
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Sorry to hear this Elaina. Hope you heal fast.
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Bump - 1 month away!!
Just a bump - see you in a month.
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Yeah it is getting close! Guess I need to get on the stick and get a new rear tire and belt.

Good time to start getting some normal maintenance done.
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Ditto, Sticky. I just realized I have to do my 12k maintenance.
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go go
Oh just do it.

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I had mine done. All good to go.

Shit is maintained. Now just a good wash and wax. Lol
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Yeah it is getting close! Guess I need to get on the stick and get a new rear tire and belt.

Good time to start getting some normal maintenance done.
me too, I have had a new set of tires for almost 2 months now and still haven't installed them yet. oh I'll get to it before the ride, just gotta make some time.
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Camping and scootering !
Everyone,

looking forward to meeting you .... I'm already getting the trailer and camp equip ready .... scooter is good to go.

How many total are coming ? I'll give a post run happy hour a my campsite.

Cheers , Bryan
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Re: Camping and scootering !
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Everyone,

looking forward to meeting you .... I'm already getting the trailer and camp equip ready .... scooter is good to go.

How many total are coming ? I'll give a post run happy hour a my campsite.

Cheers , Bryan
Well, the happy hour will probably be around the fire pit - but never fear, your campsite will be close to the fire pit! And yes, many of us bring beverages to share and sample (only after the riding is done tho)...
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Make it
I'd love to be there but I've got a plumber coming that day.

Bill xxx
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Re: Make it
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I'd love to be there but I've got a plumber coming that day.

Bill xxx
Plan to come for one of these gatherings - fly to Nashville and you can ride your pick of my Piaggios...
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Wood
Dawwwwww.

Maybe one day it will happen.

Next year is already filling up for me scooter event wise.

Chalk me in for 2016 ? Although I am an awful rider.

Bill xxx
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Re: Wood
Bill Dog wrote:
Dawwwwww.

Although I am an awful rider.

Bill xxx
I heard you did ride cupcake real well, ribit.
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Bill Dog wrote:
Dawwwwww.

Although I am an awful rider.

Bill xxx
I heard you did ride cupcake real well, ribit.
Cupcake expert and nice cologne.
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I wish you guys would descend onto Morganton (I would show you the best Mexican restaurant in the STATE) or even Granite Falls (we have a brand-new gastro-pub/brewery that's already winning awards).
If y'all are touching down anywhere near me, in Caldwell County, I would love to meet you for a good time!
Maybe that's just wishful thinkin'...
Hope it's a wonderful time.
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I wish you guys would descend onto Morganton (I would show you the best Mexican restaurant in the STATE) or even Granite Falls (we have a brand-new gastro-pub/brewery that's already winning awards).
If y'all are touching down anywhere near me, in Caldwell County, I would love to meet you for a good time!
Maybe that's just wishful thinkin'...
Hope it's a wonderful time.
Unfortunately it looks like Friday and Saturday's rides will be well west of you. Maybe you could scoot on over and intercept us somewhere.

Here are the ride routes.
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day 1 morning

https://goo.gl/maps/6ZQ7O

day 1 afternoon with a stop at Wheels thru time

https://goo.gl/maps/df1hh

day 2 rides

morning https://goo.gl/maps/ujrHc

afternoon https://goo.gl/maps/LVGrN

the afternoon ride we can extend on the Blue ridge if needed
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