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BigDave · Joined: 05 May 2013 Posts: 18 Location: Marion, Virginia

Y'all will hopefully get here after the bad weather lifts; looks like storms/heavy rain thru tomorrow. I'll probably swing by the lodge tomorrow evening w/some firewood. Also, I've got some other good ride recommendations; the Whitetop trip is excellent. Can also suggest some good eatin' & drinkin' stops. Crap; wish work wasn't so damn crazy right now! Y'all be safe getting here.
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SugarHillCTD · Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2014 8:39 pm Post subject:

OK folks. Did 12 hours of mostly back roads and am in a motel in Scotland, Pa (on I-81, about 20 miles from the bottom of Pa). Great roads but......

I rode through about 5-6 hours of heavy rain and holy crap wind.

Weather report looks like more rain and thunderstorms for tomorrow.

So I'll add my "be careful out there".
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John & Cathy

'92 K100RS4V Pearl White SOLD
'04 K1200GT
IBA Several-SS1k, BBG, 50CC NYC to S.F.

SugarHillCTD · Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2014 8:59 pm Post subject:

Looking at a few different forecasts for Wednesday, looks like all day rain but around the Virginia area, thunderstorms are more likely later on in the day than earlier.

Just a heads up.
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John & Cathy

'92 K100RS4V Pearl White SOLD
'04 K1200GT
IBA Several-SS1k, BBG, 50CC NYC to S.F.

Stoked Steve · Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2014 9:42 pm Post subject:

I've been watching the weather all day and it's weird, they were calling for heavy rain here and all the way out to Marion, but there weren't any major rain events in Southern VA or North Carolina. It was just cool and damp and a bit of light rain here today, but they are calling for possibly severe weather tomorrow...

I think the devastation in Arkansas from this system has them a little freaked out.

I hope they are over predicting it, like today.

If it truly looks dangerous, I'll delay until Thursday.
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Steve
Virginia Beach, VA
93 K1100RS Mystic Red SOLD
12 Suzuki DL650A VStrom

Shoganai · Posted: Wed Apr 30, 2014 1:13 am Post subject:

@ John - remember...skin is waterproof.

@ Steve - I too have been doing the same. I don't think it's going to be all that bad.

@ BigDave - Looking forward to seeing you again. We'll pass a good time!

@ David - We'll leave the light on for ya.

@ Everyone - As you know I ain't skeard of no dirt road...BUT Whitetop Mtn. may not be a good choice due to the heavy rains we're all keeping an eye on. It will very likely be deeply rutted and still quite wet/slick where the gravel is washed off.

I'd gladly haul ass up there on my K, (if it running by the time the ride starts) but unless it were DRY groomed gravel, I'll not be taking Steve's beloved S1000RR up there. (if it were MY bike I would)

I'm working all night and should home at 0800. Steve is loading the bikes before I get home. If all get done, I should be departing Culpeper at about 0930 at the latest.
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1993 K1100RS aka The Shop Whore
1994 K1100RS aka Blue Streak

The long road is a rainbow and the pot of gold lies there.
So slip the chain and I'm off again,
You'll find me everywhere. I'm a Rover. - JT

Nana korobi ya oki

SugarHillCTD · Posted: Wed Apr 30, 2014 3:13 am Post subject:

Not worried about the wet, but this will get my attention....

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John & Cathy

'92 K100RS4V Pearl White SOLD
'04 K1200GT
IBA Several-SS1k, BBG, 50CC NYC to S.F.

Shoganai · Posted: Wed Apr 30, 2014 8:50 am Post subject:

Leaving now. ETA 5 hours. Must stop in Roanoke to buy a face shield.
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1993 K1100RS aka The Shop Whore
1994 K1100RS aka Blue Streak

The long road is a rainbow and the pot of gold lies there.
So slip the chain and I'm off again,
You'll find me everywhere. I'm a Rover. - JT

Nana korobi ya oki

Shoganai · Posted: Wed Apr 30, 2014 1:48 pm Post subject:

At the Ingles with John.
Spoke with Jim, he hasn't left yet.
His ETA is about 20:00 - 21:00.
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1993 K1100RS aka The Shop Whore
1994 K1100RS aka Blue Streak

The long road is a rainbow and the pot of gold lies there.
So slip the chain and I'm off again,
You'll find me everywhere. I'm a Rover. - JT

Nana korobi ya oki

SugarHillCTD · Posted: Thu May 01, 2014 7:39 am Post subject:

Well,

7:30 am Thursday and everybody still has all their fingers.....so far. Laughing

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John & Cathy

'92 K100RS4V Pearl White SOLD
'04 K1200GT
IBA Several-SS1k, BBG, 50CC NYC to S.F.

Steverino · Posted: Thu May 01, 2014 10:32 pm Post subject:

That's good.

Oh and Gwen you can take the s1000 anywhere. It's insured! Very Happy

SugarHillCTD · Posted: Fri May 02, 2014 7:16 am Post subject:

HM VII update....Friday morning...

Weather has turned around from the crap forecast. Looks good for today.

Eat, ride, sleep, repeat Very Happy

Hey Ernie- we miss you. Hope you are feeling better.
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John & Cathy

'92 K100RS4V Pearl White SOLD
'04 K1200GT
IBA Several-SS1k, BBG, 50CC NYC to S.F.

Ernie-NH · Posted: Fri May 02, 2014 8:40 pm Post subject:

Hi you "guys" and ladies too....!

I've been watching the Weather Channel and focusing on South West Virginia... I've also broken out my book of mystic incantations and sacrificial chants,, all to the "god of speed" in your behalf. I'm sure glad it's working for you... Ride safe all, I sure miss seeing you and catching up on all the "K News".. Don't let Shogi wear you out !!

Best regards as always.../ Ernie ( rather be in VA ) NH
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'95 K1100LT
'76 R100/7

Off the grid · Posted: Sat May 03, 2014 3:59 am Post subject:

Great to hear from you humps again this year. Sounds like another great crew.

Next year I will be there, you have my swear.

I'll show...

It will be epic!

Everyone get home safe, rubber on the ground.

-Dave

/hump
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2007 Triumph Tiger ABS. "Sabertooth"
2009 Husqvarna TE610. "The dirty Italian mistress"

BobZ(IL) · Posted: Sat May 03, 2014 9:39 pm Post subject:

Hope you guys take and post a group photo so I can see who I missed.
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'93 K1100LT
'78 R100S
'05 R1200GS
BMWMOA, CRBMWOA, ABC, K11OG #997

Live well, do good work, enjoy the ride.

SugarHillCTD · Posted: Sun May 04, 2014 7:03 am Post subject:

OK folks- sorry to bolt from HM headquarters a day early. Already miss the HM circus.

Easy trip home, just a few very light showers for a couple minutes. But....

Woke up here today and it looks like the weather I rode to HM in- 40 degrees and RAIN.

So I guess I made the right decision.

Everyone else- as HM VII begins the fade into history- safe ride home, OK?

See you all, and maybe some newbys next year.

I leave you with some interesting traveling music.....Ya' gotta' see this.

http://youtu.be/hjsu3SGAdLs
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John & Cathy

'92 K100RS4V Pearl White SOLD
'04 K1200GT
IBA Several-SS1k, BBG, 50CC NYC to S.F.

BigDave · Joined: 05 May 2013 Posts: 18 Location: Marion, Virginia

Good to hang out with y'all last night (traumatized waitress & all). Hoping my damn work doesn't interfere next year. And Hungry Mother is really convenient for me, but once again Douthat Park would be an excellent meeting spot too; amazing roads up thataways. Hope everybody has safe travels home!
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No motorcycles, just bicycles & a canoe

Shoganai · Posted: Sun May 04, 2014 2:39 pm Post subject:

Home. Decided come straight home. Needed to unload the trailer.
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1993 K1100RS aka The Shop Whore
1994 K1100RS aka Blue Streak

The long road is a rainbow and the pot of gold lies there.
So slip the chain and I'm off again,
You'll find me everywhere. I'm a Rover. - JT

Nana korobi ya oki

sccommuter · Posted: Sun May 04, 2014 5:00 pm Post subject:

Made it back with no problems. Took the scenic, i.e. - slow, BRP. Enjoyed the rides and visiting with everyone. Look forward to next year.
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1995 K1100 LT
Illegitimi non Carborundum

Stoked Steve · Posted: Sun May 04, 2014 5:05 pm Post subject:

Made it home, no problems, beautiful weather.

Will post more later...

Great seeing everyone again!
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Steve
Virginia Beach, VA
93 K1100RS Mystic Red SOLD
12 Suzuki DL650A VStrom

rydor · Posted: Sun May 04, 2014 6:50 pm Post subject:

@ Home, had a fine ride with Jim. Thanks for another great week, look forward to next year (or sooner)!