Details on the Covered Bridge Tour. And a poll. - Yamaha FZ6 Forums - International FZ6 Motorcycle Community Forum

keira · 06-03-2008, 08:39 PM

The much anticipated details:

Date: Saturday --> See above for what it looks like it will be.
Rain Date: Sunday
Meet Up Location: The Irving at Bow Junction (where I-93 and I-89 meet in Concord/Bow, NH). I can give more detailed directions to those who need them.
Leave Time: 8:00 AM. This means please be fully gassed up, geared up and ready to ride at 8 AM (**May change once route is constructed)
Attire: "Business" - minimum of helmet, gloves, jacket and long pants. No sandals.
Pace: Moderate, approx. 5-10 over the speed limit.

This ride is a scenic ride. While we may come across some twisties along our route, it is not the main purpose for the trip. We will be making frequent photo op stops, so please bring a camera and dress in a way that you will be both safe and comfortable (full leathers, though more than acceptable, may not be the most comfortable choice). Any behavior that is deemed unsafe for the group (stunting, weaving, passing without permission, etc) will not be tolerated. This is the first time I am leading a group ride, and appreciate your cooperation. It will be noob-friendly, as well as 2-up friendly if anyone wants to bring a wife, friend, kid, etc. It is not side-car friendly, cause those things creep me out a bit.

Our route is still under construction, but our Covered Bridges are located in the following towns (and will be in this order, if you want an idea):

Meeting place: Concord, NH

Andover (2 bridges)**
Warner (2 bridges)
Bradford (1 bridge)
Newport (3 bridges)
Lyme (1 bridge)**
Lebanon (1 bridge)
Plainfield (1 bridge)
Cornish (4 bridges)*

*Our final bridge will be the Cornish-Windsor covered bridge, which is now acknowledged as the longest covered bridge in the US, spanning the Connecticut River and connecting NH and VT. It is almost 450 feet long, and conveniently located 5 minutes from I-81 and 10 minutes from Claremont. It is here we will either grab dinner as a group or part ways, I am open to suggestions. My suggestion, time dependent, is swimming and BBQ at my parents' lakehouse.

**In addition, if (upon studying my route) time is an issue, the bridges in Andover and/or Lyme may be skipped, as they are the farthest off the loop.

**jsteinb95** · 06-03-2008, 09:18 PM

Was it important to see who voted?????

Wish I could go

sounds like fun!

**FZ6inNH** · 06-03-2008, 09:28 PM

I can likely make either but voted for the 26th as it was merely a preference. Thankfully you didn't pick the 19th because that is the day we celebrate my twin's 21st birthday!

dankatz · 06-03-2008, 09:39 PM

I can only go the first weekend. The second one I'll be in California for a wedding. I am excited as this would be my longest ride yet!
Dani

DefyInertia · 06-03-2008, 10:58 PM

Have fun and take pictures!

keira · 06-04-2008, 04:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FZ6inNH

I can likely make either but voted for the 26th as it was merely a preference. Thankfully you didn't pick the 19th because that is the day we celebrate my twin's 21st birthday!

The 19th is a race weekend, so Rob and I wouldn't be able to go, which kinda defeats the purpose. These two weekends are the first ones that I am available, not counting july 5+6, I just figured there would be to much traffic on that weekend for an enjoyable trip, and people might be gone.

keira · 06-06-2008, 03:21 PM

bumpity bump bump

dankatz · 06-15-2008, 02:45 PM

Have we finalized the date? I need to figure out which weekends I'm working.
Thanks, Dani

keira · 06-16-2008, 05:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dankatz

Have we finalized the date? I need to figure out which weekends I'm working.
Thanks, Dani

How's the 12th sound to everyone? That seems to be the vast majority of yes's (ha, by one....cause there's so few of us).

I am also going to open this up to some friends on my local forum, so don't be shocked if non-FZ's are there (other than mine). Though it would look kinda cute with momma SV and her little FZ ducklings tagging along behind. hehe.

dankatz · 06-17-2008, 01:49 PM

The 12th would work great for me!

View Poll Results: What date(s) are you available to look at bridges?
July 12 (Rain date of July 13)	4	30.77%
July 26 (Rain Date of July 27)	2	15.38%
I can make either of these	3	23.08%
I want to go, but I can't make either of these	4	30.77%
Voters: 13. You may not vote on this poll

06-03-2008, 08:39 PM	#1 (permalink)
keira Mrs. Reiobard Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Concord, NH Bike: SV650S Posts: 439 Rep Power: 17 Member #1832	Details on the Covered Bridge Tour. And a poll. The much anticipated details: Date: Saturday --> See above for what it looks like it will be. Rain Date: Sunday Meet Up Location: The Irving at Bow Junction (where I-93 and I-89 meet in Concord/Bow, NH). I can give more detailed directions to those who need them. Leave Time: 8:00 AM. This means please be fully gassed up, geared up and ready to ride at 8 AM (May change once route is constructed) Attire: "Business" - minimum of helmet, gloves, jacket and long pants. No sandals. Pace: Moderate, approx. 5-10 over the speed limit. This ride is a scenic ride. While we may come across some twisties along our route, it is not the main purpose for the trip. We will be making frequent photo op stops, so please bring a camera and dress in a way that you will be both safe and comfortable (full leathers, though more than acceptable, may not be the most comfortable choice). Any behavior that is deemed unsafe for the group (stunting, weaving, passing without permission, etc) will not be tolerated. This is the first time I am leading a group ride, and appreciate your cooperation. It will be noob-friendly, as well as 2-up friendly if anyone wants to bring a wife, friend, kid, etc. It is not side-car friendly, cause those things creep me out a bit. Our route is still under construction, but our Covered Bridges are located in the following towns (and will be in this order, if you want an idea): Meeting place: Concord, NH Andover (2 bridges) Warner (2 bridges) Bradford (1 bridge) Newport (3 bridges) Lyme (1 bridge)** Lebanon (1 bridge) Plainfield (1 bridge) Cornish (4 bridges)* Our final bridge will be the Cornish-Windsor covered bridge, which is now acknowledged as the longest covered bridge in the US, spanning the Connecticut River and connecting NH and VT. It is almost 450 feet long, and conveniently located 5 minutes from I-81 and 10 minutes from Claremont. It is here we will either grab dinner as a group or part ways, I am open to suggestions. My suggestion, time dependent, is swimming and BBQ at my parents' lakehouse. In addition, if (upon studying my route) time is an issue, the bridges in Andover and/or Lyme may be skipped, as they are the farthest off the loop. __________________ Behind every great woman is a man staring at her a$$.* "If you run into a wall with a helmet on, you still ran into a wall." Do what you like. Like what you do.

06-03-2008, 09:18 PM	#2 (permalink)
jsteinb95 Forum Queen Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Redlands CA Bike: 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: 4,299 Rep Power: 10 Member #715	Re: Details on the Covered Bridge Tour. And a poll. Was it important to see who voted????? Wish I could go sounds like fun!

06-03-2008, 09:28 PM	#3 (permalink)
FZ6inNH Moderator w/ Twisted Fate Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: New Hampshire Bike: 2008 FZ6 Cobalt Blue Posts: 3,160 Rep Power: 51 Member #18	Re: Details on the Covered Bridge Tour. And a poll. I can likely make either but voted for the 26th as it was merely a preference. Thankfully you didn't pick the 19th because that is the day we celebrate my twin's 21st birthday! __________________ -={FZ6inNH}=- . . Member #9 . . 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6 -My Rider Resume Mods: Yamaha Lower Cowl, Racetech Springs w/15w oil, FAZR6 F.E. Kit, Puig Smoke Racing Screen, Tank Camera mount, Cortech Sport saddle and tail bags, dual headlight mod, Shogun Sliders, Yamaha Comfort Seat, Mild Airbox Mod, De-Stickered, and Custom Carbon Fiber SwingArm Decals

06-03-2008, 09:39 PM	#4 (permalink)
dankatz Commuter Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Boston Bike: 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6 Posts: 334 Rep Power: 7 Member #1154	Re: Details on the Covered Bridge Tour. And a poll. I can only go the first weekend. The second one I'll be in California for a wedding. I am excited as this would be my longest ride yet! Dani

06-03-2008, 10:58 PM	#5 (permalink)
DefyInertia Saratogian Moderator Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Bike: '04 FZ6N - Silver Posts: 1,995 Rep Power: 56 Member #419	Re: Details on the Covered Bridge Tour. And a poll. Have fun and take pictures! __________________ 2004 FZ6N / KTM 125 SX www.youtube.com/DefyInertia "Y'all Be Safe Out There" - KILLBOY My Rider Resume

06-06-2008, 03:21 PM	#7 (permalink)
keira Mrs. Reiobard Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Concord, NH Bike: SV650S Posts: 439 Rep Power: 17 Member #1832	Re: Details on the Covered Bridge Tour. And a poll. bumpity bump bump __________________ Behind every great woman is a man staring at her a$$. "If you run into a wall with a helmet on, you still ran into a wall." Do what you like. Like what you do.

06-15-2008, 02:45 PM	#8 (permalink)
dankatz Commuter Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Boston Bike: 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6 Posts: 334 Rep Power: 7 Member #1154	Re: Details on the Covered Bridge Tour. And a poll. Have we finalized the date? I need to figure out which weekends I'm working. Thanks, Dani

06-17-2008, 01:49 PM	#10 (permalink)
dankatz Commuter Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Boston Bike: 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6 Posts: 334 Rep Power: 7 Member #1154	Re: Details on the Covered Bridge Tour. And a poll. The 12th would work great for me!

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