T-Dog said:
Yes it is. And a word to the wise Flasks seem to attract attention when going through security. There is nothing wrong with toting booze but things just move quicker when carrying in a plastic container.
24 Hours in the Old Pueblo '05 - Plans and Smacktalk
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Yes it is. And a word to the wise Flasks seem to attract attention when going through security. There is nothing wrong with toting booze but things just move quicker when carrying in a plastic container.
T-Dog said:
excellent!!
I can confirm the flask theory...on my last trip thru Seatac, the screeners found my metal hip flask in my satchel; they asked me what it was, then requested that I take a drink to prove it. (nothing like a hit of Maker's Mark at about 7:30am to kickstart your day.)Westy said:
Pirates Grub and Grog is 200 yards from the airport. They have excellent beer in large capacity mugs. Then, when Echo and Gee arrive, we can head over to Casa de Ghostrider, which is 100 yards from the airport, and the beer is free.
It is one of those where the same dude checks you in, loads your bags on the plane, then grabs the flashlights and guides the plane on to the runway.Echo said:
Dude I'm totally bringing my flaskT-Dog said:
Given your history with authority figures, I say you play it straight.Echo said:Dude I'm totally bringing my flask
But I'll have a cop with me.ghostrider said:
Given her history, I reiterate that you play it safe.Echo said:
BWAH! Earl shipped our flasks with his bike. Dough! Guess I will be carrying the plastic bottleghostrider said:
I dunno what gear the you easties are planning to bring, but if you could add some sleeping bags to the list, it would probably be a good idea. I can see blankets being is short supply otherwise.
Earl & I are each bringing our sleeping bags, a small fleece blanket and a pillow with us.ghostrider said:
ghostrider said:
I'm bringing a sleeping bag.......and my plan is to have someone stop at a kmart/walmart type place so I can run in & buy the cheapest pillow they have
oh, and I'm bringing an empty flask (and a 7up bottle full of booze)
douglas=brillant! HAHA!
Dude, you're such a cool guy, we'll hook you up with a pillow for free. Welcome to the Hotel California.douglas said:
niceghostrider said:
Ok here's a basic plan:
Monday night: collect riff raff from OXN airport, attend raging party at Ghostrider's house.
Tuesday: Head out for a ride on the los robles trail in the AM, then have some lunch and beers somewhere cool. All except for ghostrider, who has to go to work and then take a final exam (haw haw). Go over plans for road trip, hit bike shops for any last minute items etc. Hang out, watch bike videos, drink beer and margaritas.
Wednesday: Mtb ride on Gridley, to the lookout tower, down pratt and back. (18 miles or so). Then head over to Casa de los Perros for bbq lunch, and mucho cervesas, all except ghostrider who has to go pick up the tent trailers (haw haw). Buy food, spirits and supplies for the trip, pack coolers. Drunkenly load the trucks, RV and trailers in the dark.
Thursday: Get early start by reloading the trucks, RV and trailers, and hit the road for AZ. Douglas, Teri and I will be pushing the RV as fast as it will go to get a good spot for the compound. Once the rest of the crew arrives, spot the trailers, and dispatch a fast truck for Tucson, to pick up Treesaw and Earl. Bribe car rental place to give Westy a sh**ty car and bad directions.
Friday: Pre ride course etc etc.
Monday night: collect riff raff from OXN airport, attend raging party at Ghostrider's house.
Tuesday: Head out for a ride on the los robles trail in the AM, then have some lunch and beers somewhere cool. All except for ghostrider, who has to go to work and then take a final exam (haw haw). Go over plans for road trip, hit bike shops for any last minute items etc. Hang out, watch bike videos, drink beer and margaritas.
Wednesday: Mtb ride on Gridley, to the lookout tower, down pratt and back. (18 miles or so). Then head over to Casa de los Perros for bbq lunch, and mucho cervesas, all except ghostrider who has to go pick up the tent trailers (haw haw). Buy food, spirits and supplies for the trip, pack coolers. Drunkenly load the trucks, RV and trailers in the dark.
Thursday: Get early start by reloading the trucks, RV and trailers, and hit the road for AZ. Douglas, Teri and I will be pushing the RV as fast as it will go to get a good spot for the compound. Once the rest of the crew arrives, spot the trailers, and dispatch a fast truck for Tucson, to pick up Treesaw and Earl. Bribe car rental place to give Westy a sh**ty car and bad directions.
Friday: Pre ride course etc etc.
Here is my plan:
Monday: Go to work, pack.
Tuesday: Go to work, pack.
Wednesday: Go to work, pack.
Thursday: Go to work, Fly to Tucson.
Friday: Meet up with all y'all.
Saturday-Sunday: Team East Coast Monkeys DOMINATES!
Monday: Go to work, pack.
Tuesday: Go to work, pack.
Wednesday: Go to work, pack.
Thursday: Go to work, Fly to Tucson.
Friday: Meet up with all y'all.
Saturday-Sunday: Team East Coast Monkeys DOMINATES!
T-Dog said:
sounds awesome!! My pysche level just went up another notch!!
Hey but instead of pushing the RV (they have to be pretty heavy), why dont we just drive it really fast??
O Lord is this the kind of humor I get to put up with for 7 days?douglas said:
sounds awesome!! My pysche level just went up another notch!!
Hey but instead of pushing the RV (they have to be pretty heavy), why dont we just drive it really fast??
HaHa
the more I drink, the funnier my jokes are..........
the more I drink, the funnier my jokes are..........
I think I did that Gridley ride last time I was there, except we didn't go all the way to the lookout tower. We ain't got no hills like that round here. This is gonna kick so much ass.
The weather report for race area:
http://wwwa.accuweather.com/adcbin/public/local_index_6to10day.asp?zipcode=85623&metric=0&partner=accuweather&traveler=1
http://wwwa.accuweather.com/adcbin/public/local_index_6to10day.asp?zipcode=85623&metric=0&partner=accuweather&traveler=1
Thursday Night 2/17
Cloudy, rain mixing with snow
Low 36° F
Oh man.
Cloudy, rain mixing with snow
Low 36° F
Oh man.
If we get some snow, at least the ground may be softer for Westy's designated sleeping area.
I refuse to bring any winter clothes
Sounds good to me. I have no problems sleepin on the ground. last 3 years of vacations consisted of sleeping on the ground.ghostrider said:
Snow huh?! Good thing I have been riding in the snow all winter :devil:ghostrider said:
Also note: Bad weather = pack more beer!
Oh that's clearly an unfair advantage. I demand that Westy sleep in the warmest trailer with the most comfortable bed and .......hey waiiiit a minnitWesty said:
Every bearing individually tested for roundness, polished and greased. Every bolt torqued to .000001 accuracy. Every control adjusted and readjusted to aircraft tolerances. 007 smoke screen, tire shredder, and handlebar shotgun installed and tested. Yes, the Echo Killer is ready to race. Look upon it and weep, East Coast Wankers. I doubt I'll even need to pedal.
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python golds & a manitou minute???
.....foolish west coast weenies
me: manitou skareb & python airlights
me: manitou skareb & python airlights
this looks better:
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HA! You're using gears? Wuss!ghostrider said:
I am out on the 24 hour course and the rain started Thursday afternoon and is still coming down.
What does the dirt do out there when it gets wet?intensejunebug said:
Posting from the trail? Cool!intensejunebug said:
most of the course holds up well in the rain, some of the road sections are slicker than snot.
You forget your old password?intensejunebug said:
Us east coasters will like that "slicker than snot" stuff
Rain has stopped for now, course drying out nicely. The re-routes have been ridden in, and look good.
Sounds like the camping locations are being restricted for this years event. What street/site are we going to try and get? http://www.epicrides.com/images/24hourtown05.jpg
Fear not jventura, that's basically the same as every year. It's a free for all once you get there.j-ventura said:
The cool news is the WiFi that they are going to set up for race timing. I'll be bringing a laptop.