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My oh my how time flies.. here it is once again nearly time for the annual gathering of the Triumphs in Georgia otherwise known as... Ga Rally '07!
Last year was a great success and we had a record turn out, we got to hang with with some really nice people and get in some great rides. We rode down to Newnan to meet with the Triumph folks and even managed to take in some great scenery and have some fun riding thru the North Ga twisties. Oh yeah.. as a bonus we got to watch Yota do a burnout in the restaurant parking lot.
This year we're going to be spending more time in the mountains.. well actually all of it...that's right.. screw the slab, we're heading north. I've also planned a ride for thursday this year so plan to arrive early.
This is the plan as it stands....
Wednesday May2nd will be the first official day.. I'll be cutting grass and cleaning up generally getting ready for the event. Should any of you come into town early Wednesday, just come on by.. I will be here all day.. well unless I decide to go for a cool off ride or sumpin' and those of you who are here can ride up town with us to grab some local cuisine that night if you'd like.
Thursday May 3rd, we will be leaving Dahlonega at Approx. 0900 headed for the Cherohala Skyway. I was debating the Dragon /Cherohala issue for awhile then decided the Cherohala would be a better ride as it is a lot more laid back than the Dragon.. big sweepers.. breathtaking views and it shouldn't be too crowded on a thursday. Maybe even hook up with some you folks coming from up north on the way. Mike showed me the waterfalls on our last run so we'll include that as a stop as well. Kinda cool.. nothing humongus but worth the 30 minute detour to check it out and ride along the road by the river. I'll have a better idea of times and comfort stops when I can get up there this spring to do some recon riding (these things I do for you guys). Thursday night is pizza night so we'll ordering in and dining in the pole barn.. you lucky people you.
Friday we'll roll north at 0900 headed up hwy60 through Wolf Pen Gap to 19 then on to Richard Russell scenic parkway much as we did last year eventually arriving at Anna Ruby Falls rec center just outside Helen Ga. Once there, those of you who want can hang out at the visitor center and/or make the trek up the falls for some great photo ops or head down to Helen to soak up some Bavarian ambience. The falls are beautiful and well worth the semi-serious hump up the trail to the top and Helen holds many distractions for those of you two wheeled tourists. There is a great leather shop in town by the way so don't forget to check it out while you're in the area. We'll gather at the falls at 1400 - 1500 and make our way home for "Tech Time with Pat Whitbeck!" a favorite of our members. Pat will be doing his traditional laying on of hands with only a minimal surcharge. We will likely dine enmass in town that night.
Saturdays ride will carry us out through some 2 lane country roads to Clarkesville Ga where we'll connect with hwy 197. Hwy 197 winds it way up around the scenic Lake Burton area and on to hwy 76 and Hiawassee. We'll visit Daniels Steakhouse for some fine southern dining before returning to Dahlonega for the farewell festivities. Larryshep has once again volunteered to cook up his famous smoked ham/turkey combo so that night we'll feast and celebrate the days and maybe even try to convince some of our musically inclined members to endulge us some tunes.
Maps of both the area and the planned rides will be provided as well as any assistance that might be needed to make your visit more pleasureable. Local hotels fill up fast so make your reservations early but there are 4 hotels in town as well as dozens of B&B's and cabins so finding lodging shouldn't be a problem. We have ample room on the property for those campers amongst you so feel free to pitch your tent anywhere.. well except for the area on the hill behind the pole barn, that is Mount Bentamara and it kinda belongs to Ben and Tam... squatters rights and the such. Be sure to make enough time to see the local landmarks and the surrounding area, lot's o' stuff to do and see.
Things to bring:
Rain gear... never leave home without it.
Sun block... especially those with that pasty white yankee skin..
Insect repellant... yep.. we got skeeters here too.
Your motorcycle.. kinda goes without saying but I thought I'd throw it in anyway... or a truck.. that'd be cool too.
Warm clothing.. can get kinda brisk in the early mornings so be prepared.
Money.. lots and lots of money...
If you 've never been to a BA.com rally.. you owe to yourself to give it a try.. if you have been then you know you need to come back for another visit. Great scenery, great roads.. great people.
There is also the big RAT get together up in Bryson City NC the weekend before (April 27,28,29) so those of you who can take the extra time off might come down early for a twofer and take in some of the festivities up there as well.
Sound good? can't wait? great.. drop me an e-mail at chy@bonnevilleamerica.com and I'll get you on my mailing list.. see ya in May!
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100 days...but who's counting?
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Chy, I am gonna be there.... kinda goes without saying.... but, I'm just saying. The only sucky thing is, like last year, I gotta leave Saturday evening. I have to fly out for the photo shoot at the King Ranch in Texas on Sunday.... dag nabbit, ratzin fratzin dang job!!!! Oh well, I love going out there to the ranch... great fun!!!! But since the ride is starting a day earlier.... I guess I will still have time to "gitter done"!!!.... I will try to find some time to help you do your ride investigation homework.... cause that's just the kinda guy I am.... ride safe... Gordon
P.S. Are we all going to invade the Raj Mahal this year so we don't have to...... "ssssshhhhhhh"??????
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Thank you Chy for starting this post  Looks like it will be back to the "Raj Mahal" I do not think the folks at last years place were to happy with the wild yutes in the parking lot at all hours of the night  And I will make no promises as to what my bike will look like this year. I am working on a few different ideas. 
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Are we there yet?
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Sorry guys...I'm not coming this year. The last 2 rallys I had planned on attending have been totally ruined. I am making no plans @ all & I'm not telling anyone where I plan on going!!! It will have to be a spur of the moment "top secret" get away. 
we should do this every weekend!
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Okay JR, so I will see ya there!!!!
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we'll be runnin the 1K in 24 on Wed and pulling in to your neck "o" the woods on Thursday...perhaps we'll hook up with you guys on your Thursday ride...
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.perhaps we'll hook up with you guys on your Thursday ride...
Thats what I had in mind.. lemme work out the logistics and we'll see if we can pull it off.
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Wow, waterfalls, twisty roads, food galore, motorcycles, etc. Heck yeah I'm in! Ps : I'm glad Yota is not coming this year, every time I ride with him it rains like he11 and he gets me lost Chy drop me a line if you need someone to ride shotgun on any of the test runs, I've been on a couple of those roads Mike
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Chy,
I'm in and will be riding with Rob and Lee on our 1K 24hr iron butt run.
John
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YAHOO! Lets see it's out the door and turn left I think that's south. I hit so much rain on the way home last year I may, not for sure, but I may haul her down in my dually pickup.
if life gives you lemons keep them because hey,free lemons.
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packed
ready to go
and on my way
to the garage to make vrooom vrooom noises.
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But Mert are you working on your screan name guessing??
Chris
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I am going to try to make it this year also.
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Ahem! Chris.. I expect we'll be seeing you as well?
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Blowing gravel off rural roads
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I look forward to this years rally and will try to make time for some "recon" rides.
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chy im putting in for the time off today so we shall see
Chris
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Chy, my life is up in the air right now so can't make firm plans, BUT I hope to be a resident of Spartanburg, SC by April (!). If all works out, I'll be at the rally so please put me on your e-mail list.
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If I can get my trailer built by then I might give it a go. No comment from you Pat!
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If I can get my trailer built by then I might give it a go. No comment from you Pat!
Why Matt, whatever makes you think I would make any sort of rude comments, like calling you Sally, or Benny?
I am seriously considering either trucking or trailering myself this year too. I am getting old and three years of the ride to Ga and back really wears on this old man. I would prefer to get there and then ride instead of killing myself for 1000+ miles and being beat to feces. Besides, then I could pretty much drive straight through too without having to spend more hotel money on the way there and back.
I'm trying to get Ed to come with his nice new big Honda truck and trailer. We could easily haul three bikes and take turns driving and chip in gas $.
A word to the wise is not necessary. It is the stupid ones who need the advice.
Pat
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If I can get my trailer built by then I might give it a go. No comment from you Pat!
Keep me posted on that... And let me know if you need a hand!
Benny
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Pat, I could never call you a girlie man since you put on such a good rally last year. I want to be able to attend again so I will not call you Patty or any such name!
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Based on what I am hearing here, hereto and henceforth there are many that can no longer make fun of the RUB's trailering to Sturgis or other places.
Ride On!
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Based on what I am hearing here, hereto and henceforth there are many that can no longer make fun of the RUB's trailering to Sturgis or other places.
I was at a bike show on this past Sunday...saw the funniest T-shirt...
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I rode my bike to Trailer week
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just made my resevations at the days inn. and the nice man asked. "Are you riding you motorcycle this year?" yes I am. "Are you still with the Adams group?" Yes , Yes I am  See you all in May. 
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WooHoo is right!!!!
I've made my revervation also. Those guys are great!!
Tick-Tock......
"Never underestimate the power of human stupidity" - Robert Heinlein
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So we are going back to the Raj Mahal? Not the Econo "sssssshhhhh" Lodge.... just checking.... ride safe.... Gordon
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Alrighty then... just made my reservations at the Days Inn. Showing up Wednesday and leaving Saturday night...ground level, non smoking.... let the festivities begin.... ride safe... Gordon
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Tick-Tock......
I am so envious! 
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I am so envious!
join us...you've got 99 days to get here(but who's counting?)
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It sucks owning your own business(especially with no backup)as it's very hard to get time off during the week. I would have to take off wed-fri, which is near impossible. One more year of this crap and I'm selling the business! In 2008 I'll be at all the rally's!
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Based on what I am hearing here, hereto and henceforth there are many that can no longer make fun of the RUB's trailering to Sturgis or other places.
Never made fun of a trailer
Benny
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If i can make it can we spoon?
we should do this every weekend!
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So we are going back to the Raj Mahal? Not the Econo "sssssshhhhh" Lodge.... just checking.... ride safe.... Gordon
No Shushing!
Back to the Raj, way nicer amd more understanding of us.
A word to the wise is not necessary. It is the stupid ones who need the advice.
Pat
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Well I just booked with the Days Inn also...Nice guy...Ground floor Non Smoking woooohoooo!!!
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Rob, cool! Can't wait for the rally!!! I guess Yota can spoon with you!.... sorry, but I had to redirect him. The Raj Mahal is gonna be rockin'..... ride safe.... Gordon
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If I just booked room at the days inn for the first part of May that would mean?
Chris
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If I just booked room at the days inn for the first part of May that would mean?
you're going to play coaster girl this time around 
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