tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2364903049017493756.post2302144837567432926..comments2024-03-05T14:11:35.388-05:00Comments on For Love of a Motorbike: It Was a Goldilocks Kind of DayBeemerGirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15239761274177026636noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2364903049017493756.post-674691308771987842011-03-19T04:45:27.299-04:002011-03-19T04:45:27.299-04:00Hi George F!
Thank You for reading and commenting...<b>Hi George F!</b><br /><br />Thank You for reading and commenting. Glad that you came along for the ride. First time I ever say Spanish Moss was at Jekyll Island on the coast. I love watching it it swaying in the breeze.<br /><br />They spruced up Mr. Peanut since I saw it last year. Nicely painted. People would be very surprised at where it's located...completely away from any museum or landmark of any sort! It stands guard outside a convenience store and RV park...right behind the store. :)<br /><br />-LoriBeemerGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15239761274177026636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2364903049017493756.post-58013669123633836342011-03-19T04:38:39.801-04:002011-03-19T04:38:39.801-04:00Hi Brady!
Looking forward to reading your ride re...<b>Hi Brady!</b><br /><br />Looking forward to reading your ride report on your run. Your insights will make it quite a good read. <br /><br />You are correct. It is difficult to just go for the day. Unfortunately I had this in my bonnett for the winter and <i>had</i> to go. Currently there isn't an easy way for use to stay overnight.<br /><br />The only camping allowed at this park is back country camping. A nice, easy 4 mile hike into the canyon and down the river a ways. Or stay at a cabin at Florence Marina. :)<br /><br />-LoriBeemerGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15239761274177026636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2364903049017493756.post-21094648540276530982011-03-19T04:33:10.277-04:002011-03-19T04:33:10.277-04:00Hi Jack!
I do believe that this marks my second l...<b>Hi Jack!</b><br /><br />I do believe that this marks my second longest riding day every. The first still has to be a Dragon/Cherohala/home loop from last year that saw me with a migraine and a will to kill anyone that crossed my path. Mr. Oilburner was hit with both barrels. I'm so thankful that this day was peaceful and calm and perfectly enjoyable! <br /><br />Reading your tales of 600 mile balls out runs from your youth are still a complete mystery to me. I don't think my butt could handle a Iron Butt...ever!<br /><br />Providence Canyon is amazing. We drove there last year and hiked the canyon. You are actually allowed to hike up into all of the tributaries. I was planning to hike this year if we had left the house earlier. <br /><br />As Brady says, it is difficult to go there and not stay awhile. I just couldn't do it in one day.<br /><br />Safety and live to ride another day are my motto! I am deeply honored to be lumped into your safety circle. :)<br /><br />-Steel CupcakeBeemerGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15239761274177026636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2364903049017493756.post-69661443267198780632011-03-19T04:18:34.114-04:002011-03-19T04:18:34.114-04:00Hi Nikos,
Seriously? Your annual distance? You ...<b>Hi Nikos,</b><br /><br />Seriously? Your annual distance? You get off the island every once in a while that would allow you to put a little more mileage on. :)<br /><br />Looking forward to see what shenanigans your little GS is going to get up to before you seize it.<br /><br />Will you be renting a steed when you get here in July? Might get more miles under your butts....err belts this year! :)<br /><br />-LoriBeemerGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15239761274177026636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2364903049017493756.post-87953824063488531062011-03-19T04:11:18.451-04:002011-03-19T04:11:18.451-04:00Hi Bobskoot!
LOL. Delicacies... Nice way of say...<b>Hi Bobskoot!</b><br /><br />LOL. Delicacies... Nice way of say, running for the comfort stations? :)<br /><br />The big (healthy) breakfast was a huge benefit. And my bike loved the M&M's. Kept it going strong all day!<br /><br />-LoriBeemerGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15239761274177026636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2364903049017493756.post-74563391528784376892011-03-19T04:06:18.594-04:002011-03-19T04:06:18.594-04:00Hi Raftnn!
Yeah, not the healthiest darn lunch i...<b>Hi Raftnn!</b><br /> <br />Yeah, not the healthiest darn lunch in the world...the egg salad sandwiches made a great lunch the next day tho!<br /><br />I took a look at that road you mention. I do believe that you absolutely cannot do that distance in <i>anything but</i> 8 hours given your roads! Twisty heaven.<br /><br />-LoriBeemerGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15239761274177026636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2364903049017493756.post-25995892824573264412011-03-16T22:02:05.063-04:002011-03-16T22:02:05.063-04:00Great RR, loved the pictures specially the ones of...Great RR, loved the pictures specially the ones of the moss covered trees but I must say the best picture is the one of Mr. Peanut smiling at the bikes :-)GFhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08254196892811043203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2364903049017493756.post-3811270012196151332011-03-16T19:21:19.747-04:002011-03-16T19:21:19.747-04:00Beautiful photos Lori. I'm gearing up for my f...Beautiful photos Lori. I'm gearing up for my first ride of the season, albeit a day run and run back with the destination being the only goal. (Honda cb relay) Should be good. Got to say, I'd probably have to camp in a beautiful spot like that, don't know I could get there, sit for lunch, then turn right around. Look too damned nice.<br /><br />Brady<br />Behind Bars - Motorcycles and Life<br />http://www.behindbarsmotorcycle.com/Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03424120592303852860noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2364903049017493756.post-8189610413623849942011-03-16T16:27:20.253-04:002011-03-16T16:27:20.253-04:00Dear Steel Cupcake:
Over 400 miles so close to th...Dear Steel Cupcake:<br /><br />Over 400 miles so close to the beginning of the season... I can only dream about that. Somehow, I think my joints are going to give me a bad time this year. <br /><br />The pictures of the canyon were great. I had no idea points of natural interest like this were so close to you. And I like the shot of the "big peanut" too. <br /><br />I too plan my getaways to avoid stops on a hill, with a turn to the left, into traffic. And a right turn avoiding conflict is always my first choice. You are the first person, other than myself, to admit this though. <br /><br />Great post today.<br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2364903049017493756.post-44113773074224783902011-03-16T02:41:23.215-04:002011-03-16T02:41:23.215-04:00I wish to experience the thrill of a long bike rid...I wish to experience the thrill of a long bike ride, from the city all the way to the province. However, I need to have a friend come along for the ride as it will help pass the time and make the ride more enjoyable.<br /><br />Pit Bikes here...<a href="http://www.kamikazeedisposals.com.au/" rel="nofollow">buy pit bikes online</a>Buy pit bikes onlinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14229180126247857447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2364903049017493756.post-17797348079940336502011-03-15T03:36:13.563-04:002011-03-15T03:36:13.563-04:00Lori
Wonderful report! You have ridden in 1 day ...Lori<br /><br />Wonderful report! You have ridden in 1 day my usual annual distance.<br /><br />With my cam shaft end floats now adjusted and the valve clearances on spec my GS 2011 will soon be unveiled to an innocent public. I plan to cover at least 500 miles before the engine seizes.<br /><br />Best wishes from Spotted Dick CountryNikoshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03119901226987582553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2364903049017493756.post-56694661751389598172011-03-14T23:04:51.771-04:002011-03-14T23:04:51.771-04:00Steel CupCake:
smarties, hot dogs & fried win...<b>Steel CupCake:</b><br /><br />smarties, hot dogs & fried wings. What delicacies. Not much substenance for 9 hours of rigorous riding. It looked like a perfect day.<br /><br />bob <br /><a href="%E2%80%9Dwww.wetcoastscootin.blogspot.com%E2%80%9D" rel="nofollow">Riding the Wet Coast</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2364903049017493756.post-64514393394267894872011-03-14T22:52:27.111-04:002011-03-14T22:52:27.111-04:00Hotdogs, wings and MM's for lunch , now we are...Hotdogs, wings and MM's for lunch , now we are talking my kind of health food!! ummmmm....<br /><br />Nice pics, I wonder who that was that was followin you? Strange how that happens. Looks like one of those great days on the bike, where everything just gels. A day to be treasured that is for sure. Some great pics, and a decent ride, You can go from Auckland to wellington with that sort of mileage, makes me relise how small NZ is.<br /><br />Great post. It is why I like reading peoples blogs, I love hearing about people on bikes. and that perfect day, something people who dont ride bikes will never understand.Rogerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12048736059922578612noreply@blogger.com