ZG said:Hey guys,
At what point do the dates and location of the 2012 PNW rally get set? I want to try and block out the dates far in advance so I can make it next year, thanks!
C1xRider said:ZG said:Hey guys,
At what point do the dates and location of the 2012 PNW rally get set? I want to try and block out the dates far in advance so I can make it next year, thanks!
How about starting tomorrow (http://forum.cog-online.org/index.php/topic,28251.msg121690.html#msg121690), instead of waiting until next year?
ZG said:Hey guys,
At what point do the dates and location of the 2012 PNW rally get set? I want to try and block out the dates far in advance so I can make it next year, thanks!
Charlie_Gary_NWAD said:Since you're the first to ask, what dates are good for you? I was thinking late July early August time to help ensure we have decent weather.
Charlie_Gary_NWAD said:ZG said:Hey guys,
At what point do the dates and location of the 2012 PNW rally get set? I want to try and block out the dates far in advance so I can make it next year, thanks!
Since you're the first to ask, what dates are good for you? I was thinking late July early August time to help ensure we have decent weather.
Charlie_Gary_NWAD said:Location, location, location.
If the folks down in the Southwest can't get someone to step up and be Area Director, maybe we should have our Regional somewhere like Grants Pass, OR. and show our fellow COGers a little love and understanding.
Greg said:Grants Pass would be cool. This SW guy will show up.
Whaler said:If location is still up for debate I'd like to submit Roseburg, OR for consideration. There are fantastic rides to the east and west, and some nearby campgrounds have SOME chance of beating the prevailing August heat. Roseburg is only an hour north of Grants Pass, but the Umpqua River is a LOT cooler than the Rogue, and there are some great campgrounds nearby. Still easy access to Crater Lake, lots of wineries, close to Oregon dunes, Historic Oakland is close, etc. I love the Rogue and Grants Pass, but I HATE camping in 104 degree weather... I know, I'm a weanie... getting too old to sweat in a tent all night
Greg said:is it sad i already have my route planned to either? hehe
run over to 101 and head up that route. The thought of 5 hours on I5 kills me.
Charlie_Gary_NWAD said:If location is still up for debate I'd like to submit Roseburg, OR for consideration. There are fantastic rides to the east and west, and some nearby campgrounds have SOME chance of beating the prevailing August heat. Roseburg is only an hour north of Grants Pass, but the Umpqua River is a LOT cooler than the Rogue, and there are some great campgrounds nearby. Still easy access to Crater Lake, lots of wineries, close to Oregon dunes, Historic Oakland is close, etc. I love the Rogue and Grants Pass, but I HATE camping in 104 degree weather... I know, I'm a weanie... getting too old to sweat in a tent all night
This is some excellent info on local conditions. We can definitely change the location to Roseburg if things will be better there. I didn't know it could get that hot in Grants Pass.
Does anybody else have some good local info on that section of Oregon?
MrPepsi said:Greg said:is it sad i already have my route planned to either? hehe
run over to 101 and head up that route. The thought of 5 hours on I5 kills me.
I'll meet you in Cloverdale.
GFinCA said:Great idea, though I'd love to hit Hwy 36 either going or coming...
GFinCA said:MrPepsi said:Greg said:is it sad i already have my route planned to either? hehe
run over to 101 and head up that route. The thought of 5 hours on I5 kills me.
I'll meet you in Cloverdale.
Great idea, though I'd love to hit Hwy 36 either going or coming...
MrPepsi said:GFinCA said:Great idea, though I'd love to hit Hwy 36 either going or coming...
Agreed, but its a long ride already, adding that in, during the heat of August can possibly be too much.
danodemotoman said:Uh north of CA is the PNW
Of course we still want you to come!
motovetro said:A long way for the Canadians, maybe Montana! Where,s the southwest rally going to be?
2linby said:Anyone for using the Ride the Ribbon Labor Day weekend 9/1-2-3/12 for the Regional as well? We did it several years ago and all was good. I could give the Dreamers lodge a call ASAP to secure the entire place. so?
http://www.dreamerslodge.com/index.html
danodemotoman said:Think FRESH.
Kinda like the Bun Cooler the JD area has good riding but,, BTDT. Every year.
Charlie_Gary_NWAD said:danodemotoman said:Think FRESH.
Kinda like the Bun Cooler the JD area has good riding but,, BTDT. Every year.
Oregon coast?
2linby said:Charlie_Gary_NWAD said:danodemotoman said:Think FRESH.
Kinda like the Bun Cooler the JD area has good riding but,, BTDT. Every year.
Oregon coast?
Florence? Reedsport? Coos Bay?
Lottsa riding, Smith River Road, Hwy 101, 42 42S etc.......
You can count out most Canucks if that is the date. The border sucks then and on a bike - forget it. Three plus hour waits.2linby said:Anyone for using the Ride the Ribbon Labor Day weekend 9/1-2-3/12 for the Regional as well? We did it several years ago and all was good. I could give the Dreamers lodge a call ASAP to secure the entire place. so?
http://www.dreamerslodge.com/index.html
2linby said:So Dan, does this mean you are the regional host this year? ^-^
MrPepsi said:Do you have a date picked? I just got word from the boss (SO) that we may go to Oregon for a summer trip after all. I'd sure love to encorporate this into our plans.
Charlie_Gary_NWAD said:2linby said:So Dan, does this mean you are the regional host this year? ^-^
one can hope.
Charlie_Gary_NWAD said:MrPepsi said:Do you have a date picked? I just got word from the boss (SO) that we may go to Oregon for a summer trip after all. I'd sure love to encorporate this into our plans.
We're looking at some time in September to get COG rates at the hotel.
MrPepsi said:Charlie_Gary_NWAD said:MrPepsi said:Do you have a date picked? I just got word from the boss (SO) that we may go to Oregon for a summer trip after all. I'd sure love to encorporate this into our plans.
We're looking at some time in September to get COG rates at the hotel.
Well it was worth a try but that rules us out. College is in full swing in September.
danodemotoman said:Ok with the Connie. KLR, Rambler and Fairlane calling me to either ride, drive or maintain..... nobody knows the trouble I've seen..... ha ha.
Sent our AD, Charlie, a brief description of the info I ran across for the event.
No secret but want to get some details and decisions made before public disclosure.
2linby said:elite Cog persons you! But why September?
MrPepsi said:2linby said:elite Cog persons you! But why September?
Its a conspiracy to keep MrPepsi away. I am from the SouthWest you know.
First I told them in Grants Pass and I'd be there so they moved it to the coast, and halfway up in Oregon, which I said I was out. Then I got the OK to head all the way to PDX this summer, and I came and said such. So they moved it to September, so now I'm out again. There will be no way I can make it in September so you're all clear now!
danodemotoman said:Met with NWCOG AD Charlie Gary today,
APPROVAL STAMP
2012 NWCOG Regional
'Goin' Coastal'
Reedsport OR
Sept 14,15,16 - 2012
Economy Motel (expect to have 20 room block reserved for registration)
Focal point: Shermans Motorcycle Products, an independent motorcycle shop in Reedsport
Victoria in SMP was very interested in our rally and even volunterred to have the shop as a focal point for rides and a Sat nite buffet.
http://www.economy-inn-reedsport.com/
http://www.umpquadiscoverycenter.com/
http://www.shermscycleproducts.com/
http://www.reedsportcc.org/
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Located on the southerly Oregon coast at the intersections of hwy's US 101 and OR 38 approx 20 mi north of Coos Bay and same mileage south of Florence.
Situated at the Umpqua River and Winchester Bay mid center of the famous Oregon Dunes orv playground with the Pacific Ocean on the western border and the adjacent Umpqua Lighthouse.
Reedsport has numerous motels with the motorcycle friendly Economy Inn on hwy 101 (38 rooms) managed by motorcyclists Jeff and Kathy. Economy in mind was this selection with the appearance of proper maintenance of the motel. Sept is the beginning of the off season. Quoted prices was $56 one bed/$66 two bed. Conti brekie, wireless internet, cable TV and a pool. Several other motels close by for overflow plus Best Western across the street for an upgrade. All motels feature exterior room doors opening to the parking area in front of the rooms.
Reedsport old town is just off Hwy 101 on hwy 38 with shops and an independent motorcycle store and repair, Sherm's Cycle Products. New town on 101 has a Safeway and Price Choppers grocery outlets, fast food with McD's and Dairy Queen.
Victoria at (independent) Sherms Cycle Products was VERY open to our rally. Interesting was the '99 low mi 18K Concours on the sales floor. Was this a sign? Victoria has the shop available for a Sat eve meal. If we can get a reasonable estimate of diners she will be able to do it $ per plate. Plus being the focal point for ride departures and arrivals.
Reedsport has the marine Umpqua Discovery Center with two dioramas inside and nice views of the Umpqua River. Elk viewing area is just east on hwy 38.
Winchester Bay/ Salmon Marina has several eating choices mostly centered on seafood.
There are many roads to choose ride routes both pavement and adv. Hwy 101 is the most obvious and Smith River Road was recommended for remote riding. All routes TBD upon forthcoming ride inspection.
The info I recieved from the joint USFS and Visitor office is available to us in quantity in brochure and handouts for our attendees.
Having been there only in Oct and Nov it was friendly and pleasant with low traffic. With the Dunes and general tourism being a major summer attraction the Sept time frame is likely optimal for lower traffic and motel pricing.
ZG said:I was just looking at the Best Western mentioned a couple posts back...
http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/US/OR/Reedsport-hotels/BEST-WESTERN-PLUS-Salbasgeon-Inn---Suites-of-Reedsport/Hotel-Overview.do?propertyCode=38115&srcPage=SelectHotel&isMapOpen=true&selectedHotels=
So is this literally right across the street from the Economy-Inn??
danodemotoman said:Yes, the Best Western is two blocks across the street.
ZG said:I was just looking at the Best Western mentioned a couple posts back...
http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/US/OR/Reedsport-hotels/BEST-WESTERN-PLUS-Salbasgeon-Inn---Suites-of-Reedsport/Hotel-Overview.do?propertyCode=38115&srcPage=SelectHotel&isMapOpen=true&selectedHotels=
So is this literally right across the street from the Economy-Inn??
ZG said:danodemotoman said:Yes, the Best Western is two blocks across the street.
ZG said:I was just looking at the Best Western mentioned a couple posts back...
http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/US/OR/Reedsport-hotels/BEST-WESTERN-PLUS-Salbasgeon-Inn---Suites-of-Reedsport/Hotel-Overview.do?propertyCode=38115&srcPage=SelectHotel&isMapOpen=true&selectedHotels=
So is this literally right across the street from the Economy-Inn??
Thanks Dan. Will there be any discount at the BW too or just for the EI?
danodemotoman said:No other motel discount as the guest numbers would be too small to ask.
ZG said:danodemotoman said:Yes, the Best Western is two blocks across the street.
ZG said:I was just looking at the Best Western mentioned a couple posts back...
http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/US/OR/Reedsport-hotels/BEST-WESTERN-PLUS-Salbasgeon-Inn---Suites-of-Reedsport/Hotel-Overview.do?propertyCode=38115&srcPage=SelectHotel&isMapOpen=true&selectedHotels=
So is this literally right across the street from the Economy-Inn??
Thanks Dan. Will there be any discount at the BW too or just for the EI?
MrPepsi said:540 miles each way.
Hmmmm