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As I was in work today remembering the fun of riding in a group from the weekend at the NH rally I thought, we need to do this more. So here is an idea. Lunch in the Berkshires one day over Labor day weekend. It is pretty central to a whole bunch of people who can get there in just a couple of hours. We could all meet in the Berkshires do a small ride together then lunch and back home. Should make for a good full day of riding and I know some good roads from here in "Worchester", as Uncle Charlie would say. So speak up and let's see if we can put something together. We have three weeks time to plan something.
My mind and body are still out of tune
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It could work for me, as I said in Paula's thread.
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Sounds good. What day are you planing on?
I've been heading up into the Berkshires the last few weeks checking out some new roads. Lots of great secondary roads with little or no traffic during the week.
Would be best to stay off main roads, and away from large cities on a holiday weekend.
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I was open to either Saturday or Sunday in case one day is raining. I was thinking people from Ct., depending what part could hook up and ride north. People from east and central Ma. , RI,eastern Ct. and southern NH could do the same and ride west. People from NY could ride east. We pick a spot and meet. It seems like an easy thing to do. Whoever can make it makes it. If it go's well we could try maybe a couple of times a year.
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Brian, if we do something, let's avoid any MA Pike.....all the back-to-collegers and empty-out-the cottagers are on that road that weekend.
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My idea is 140 to the back of Mt. Watchusett, over the the top with a possible quick spin to the summit. From there down to the center of Princeton onto 62 out to the center of Barre. Pick up 122 out to 202 up to Rte 2,the Mohawk trail, then on out the rest of the way. I can't think of any lights and very few stop signs till we swing up to Rte. 2. It is a great ride with very nice cruising at comfortable speeds on nice scenic winding roads. No highway riding at all. 
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I hope they run into each other real soon "
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Brian- if we do this ride on Saturday, we could then have Sunday free for the MDA ride ending at Vanson Leathers in Fall River.
"Let your soul shine,
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It's better than moonshine,
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Anyone still interested in riding up in the Berkshires next weekend? I know I have to work Sat 9/1 Looks like Sun or Mon would be the better for me. Maybe pick a centrally located place and meet for lunch.
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I would still like to see if anyone wants to do a ride. Saturday Or Sunday works for me. Or maybe I should rephrase that and say I am doing some kind of a ride. I would really like to spend one day riding all day. Monday is the only day that is out for me.
My mind and body are still out of tune
I hope they run into each other real soon "
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I've got my daughter this weekend....once I know her work and social schedule, I'll know whether I'm free to ride.
"Let your soul shine,
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It's better than moonshine,
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This is when you set up a play date...
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I may be open for a ride. Either day would work.
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Mt Wauchusetts isn't in the Berkshires is it?
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This is when you set up a play date...
I'm working on it!!!
"Let your soul shine,
It's better than sunshine,
It's better than moonshine,
****** sure better than rain."
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I got a Parade in Marlboro on Monday...perhaps I'll see some of you south shore dwellers there I'll be real easy to recognise (provided you know what to look for) 
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I got a Parade in Marlboro on Monday...perhaps I'll see some of you south shore dwellers there I'll be real easy to recognise (provided you know what to look for)
What time is the parade?
"Let your soul shine,
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THE VOICE OF REASON
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Mt Wauchusetts isn't in the Berkshires is it?
No Matt it is in Princeton which is north of Holden which is north of Worcester. I just threw it in there for part of the ride cause I know some people have never been there. It is the highest place in Ma. and you can see Boston on a clear day. Hope some more people chime in. Time is getting short,new pipes are on the bike and the weather is supposed to be perfect. Mid 70's and dry with lots of sunshine.
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Hey Brian!
I can't plan for a long ride yet this weekend- Em needs a ride to/from work on Saturday AM (works 7:30- 11AM)....She won't know her work schedule for Sunday until Thursday evening...I'll chime in as soon as I know more. The weekend weather is looking to be great....
"Let your soul shine,
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Sunday is looking like it. I think I may be driving my daughter to a party in New Braintree on Saturday. I'm toying with the idea of going on the bike with her. Monday is out as I have a retirement party for one of my uncles. ALTHOUGH I now do have Thursday and Friday off too.
My mind and body are still out of tune
I hope they run into each other real soon "
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GRR!! I really want to come. I may surprise you all... The Watchuset area is REAL nice!! My old stomping grounds... That's where I learned to ride. I have a friend from Holden. I always ask her if she knows that one guy... 
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Doesn't look like there is one yet. Looks like Mark is good for Sunday. The Berkshires look good. Mark, you have a ride in mind?
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I can come up with something. I'm off Thu & Fri,work Sat, off Sun & Mon. If we go Sun I will try to stick to secondary roads. I've got a bicycle map of western Mass. shows lots of great back roads.
Mark
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Toymakers is a good jumping off point. We could head upto Gt Barrington, etc
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Sounds like the Ct. contingent is getting their ducks in a row for a Sunday ride to meet in the Berkshires. Where are all the Massholes and NH people? Frank,Mark(yeah your one now)Tony. I will include Paula but not in the same group after all she is a lady. What about Rob,Dill and Lee(the other)? Are we going to let one of the nicest Memorial day weekends for riding go by? I already did 200+ today up into NH over to Vt. and back down to Ma. Ready to go again on Sunday.
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Sunday is good. What time at Toy Makers?
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Grrrrrr.
My daughter is working 11:45-4:15 on Sunday. This is not HAPPYING me.
I won't be in for a long ride for Sunday. The best I'll be doing ( if I can somehow arrange a ride for my daughter 1 way) is getting a couple hours worth of local riding and maybe to the MDA Fundraising event in Fall River for a bit to oogle leather.
"Let your soul shine,
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I've got a bicycle map of western Mass.
How about a trip around Twin Lakes then up over Mt Washington (MA) to Bash Bish Falls, down into Copake then back over into MA through Egremont and Housatonic and maybe over toward Becket? It's all paved.
Camping for all at Bucky's Hotel, followed by your helping with the porch step campaign on Monday. (Ha ha)
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Hows about 9:00-9:30 at Toymakers? I can meet you on the way Mark.
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Grrrr This summer is just NOT looking to be a good one for riding for me. Honestly the most riding I did was the trip to the BIA event!
Brian, where in VT did you go?
I swear, next year we are doing a SoVer ride!!
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Hows about 9:00-9:30 at Toymakers? I can meet you on the way Mark.
I talked to Martin this morning, 10 would be better for me,
But I'll go along with the group.
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Got to go to my grand nephews BD party on Sunday.Somtimes I wish my whole dern clan didnt live in CT. (but its free beer).
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Brian, where in VT did you go?
Benny,
I just took 123 from 9 over to the border. Then picked up 12 down to where I could cross the river and then 5 back down into Greenfield. 123 from 9 is an awesome stretch of road. There was some construction so I am planning to go there again when it is all done.
But this should make you really nuts. Killington bike rally
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Where is Toy makers? I am toying with the idea of riding out solo to hook up. Either that or the MDA ride in Seekonk.
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Toymakers Cafe is at 85 Main Street, Falls Village, CT. It's at the intersection of Rt 7 and Rt 126. You can put that address in mapquest.
I will be there at 9:30 tomorrow.
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Toymakers, Northwest corner of CT. Rt 126 off Rt7
Big mustard colored house in the center of Falls Village.
10am is good for me. My wife may ride along
The Mt Washington(CT) bash bish falls is good.
Also 41 to Great Barrington 23east, 57 to 272south, back to Connecticut.
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OK, I'll sleep a little later. See you all there at 10.
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Hey Guy's, If everything works out maybe we can cage it to Toymakers tomorrow morning and say goodbye. Mover's are here today and the bikes are straped down and put away on my brand new trailer.  If we can not make it (I love you guy's) have a great ride I will PM you guys our new address in Marietta, GA.. 6 bedroom house 5 and 1\2 baths four car garage so I have plenty of room for all of you.
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Where is Toy makers? I am toying with the idea of riding out solo to hook up. Either that or the MDA ride in Seekonk.
Come on down Brian! Toymakers is around 100 miles from Woostah.
Lay down on the tank, put your toes on the tail light, and you can make it in an hour.
Of note - DO NOT run 44 West out of the center of Hartford.
The first few miles are hardcore crime zone with stop lights every 200 feet.
I doubt any harm would befall you, but it's a lousy ride.
If you want to make time going West, consider the pike to exit 2, then 102 West to 7 South.
Morning traffic should be fairly light. My house is around 2 miles South of the MA / CT border,
and I can escort you to Toymakers from there if you like.
Big Poppy - unleash those scooters and join us. Hot Lanta will be there when you get there.
Consider the trip delay some practice for a more laid back Southern life style. We even arranged sunny & 70 for you.
We'll need to see our ol' Pop & Company for a brefest send off. Brett must surely need some guff
from me to tide him over until the next GA Rally.
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