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Rumor, innuendo, idle speculation? I'm reserving July 18-20 anticipating something will happen in the Bohemian capitol of BC. Triumph hasn't made any official announcements, I believe local rats and the MT chaptor of ba.com will be there?

jh

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Copied from T.Rat...

"New Grand Hotel is booked July 12-13 for some bonspiel or something (curling????) so we are NOW looking at July 18-19. Personally, I'm booking my holidays for the weekend of July 18-19 in the expectation of the Nelson RAID happening then. We believe Triumph will come through, but local RATs are planning for Plan B. Be patient!!"

The manager at the Mountain Hound said she call all of her guests from last year as soon as she heard about a date finalized. I guess all the hotel owners/managers know each other up there.

I booked for next year already.. will have to double check with Mountain Hound to make sure I have my room booked!

Can't wait!

Trev

Oilleak (Larry) and I will check in to the "historic" provincial park again

look forward to seeing you there

Keep the rubber side down, Mr. Fillo...

ya ya ya.. FJ

that's for the tip my friend.. lol

"Wild Bill", the Trophy riding wildman over on Trat, indicated July 18-20 is the weekend. I have an e mail into the New Grand double checking. I'm thinking a pre-ride reconnaissance ride might be in order.

Who are these "panhandle people anyway??

jh

Hi Larry. Let me know if you're interested, but we can reserve and split the cost of a site. Motorcycles are not charged extra like they do with an extra car. The money saved can buy us some adult beverages.

Sounds good to me.

Larry

Hey, Jerky, that's Mr. Poser to you!

An email i got from the local rat, thought it might be of interest to those going to the kootenay raid.

Mike sent this out so just wanted to make sure everyone gets the information. Look forward to seeing you all up at Nelson.

Paula

Island Rat Info <islandratinfo@shaw.ca> wrote:
Date: Tue, 29 Jan 2008 17:11:12 -0800
From: Island Rat Info <islandratinfo@shaw.ca>
Subject: 2008 Kootenay Raid
To: Island RAT Info <islandratinfo@shaw.ca>
CC: Chris Large <clarge@shaw.ca>, Vern Vogt <vwvogt@shaw.ca>


Hello All;

For those who have been waiting for dates, we have a go for 17/18/19 July. So book your rooms.

New Grand Hotel www.newgrandhotel.ca
250-352-7211
Toll Free 1-888-722-2258
Fax 250-352-2445

Now for a bit of a back ground on the Raid and the dates.

Triumph has done some major internal restructuring. As a result internal planning has not gone as it should have. For instance the 2008 Calendar of events for North America was not slated until February. Prior to the meeting a mid to late August date would be the best case scenario. The Triumph meeting for execs and world wide dealers will be in England across the 18/19 July weekend. As you can appreciate, most people have booked their holidays around the anticipated July dates. So, here is the plan, Danny (owner of the New Grand) had booked the weekend of the 17>19th of July, for our event. So now we are having the Raid as a locally organized event, with a little help from our friends. There will be a banquet, prizes, etc., just like previous years. More on that in a later email. Some assistance we require for now is a design for a T-shirt. Please send your design thoughts to Danny.

To register for the Raid contact: Danny Rickaby danny@newgrandhotel.ca

T-shirt designs: Danny Rickaby danny@newgrandhotel.ca

That is it for now folks,
Mike

Mike Gebler
Island R.A.T.
Pack Leader

Website: http://www.islandrat.org (on the mend)

Hoping to get there this year but...........

Thanks for the update Celt

I have sent my email to Danny to get registered.. and have booked room @ The New Grand

Last year I stayed at the Mountain Hound Inn just behind.. was a nice place.. I know I booked a room there last trip for this year.. but when I called to cancel.. they didn't have a reservation for me... I guess.. point of note is to just call and ensure your reservation is there

I will be confirming my room closer to the date as well (The New Grand doesn't give out confirmation #'s for reservations.. just FYI)

See you all there

Gordie and all;

Here's the response I got from Danny at the New Grand. I 've been gone from Thompson Falls since early Monday to Lewistown, MT. A trip which began in a whiteout and ended at Lewistown in -30F (another story). His response below verifies what you said.

jh

"I’m taking the bull by the horns and saying yes we are going ahead that weekend (July 18-20) however it will not be a sanctioned event as Jim wanted it in August and my replys were that it was not favored. I will organize the dinner beer gardens etc. It would be good to get some help and get our own T-shirt done.

The charge will Be $55/person for the weekend and will be payable to Myself. The fee covers rally T-shirt and the prepared Saturday Banquet meal. I will be looking for help to put this together—do you have any suggestions

Thanks Danny Rickaby danny@newgrandhotel.ca

New Grand Hotel www.newgrandhotel.ca
250-352-7211 cell 250-505-3636
Toll Free 1-888-722-2258
Fax 250-352-2445

Here's a good posting of information about the event. It's nice to see that Triumph just stumbled this year rather than write it off completely.

Rally update from tr.net.

Cool! I'm in the Mountain Hound again, baby!

another email . just to keep you interested ,as if you guys need it hehheh.
6th Annual Kootenay Raid Itinerary - 17–20 July 2008
The New Grand Hotel
Nelson, British Columbia

Registration
Thurs July 17th: 7:30pm – 8:00pm
Fri July 18th 9:00am – 12:00pm/3:00pm – 7:30 pm
Sat July 19th 9:00am – 12:00pm/3:00pm – 6:00pm
Note: Registration will be under the tent by the Barber Shop or in the Lounge (first table to the right from Patio Entrance) depending on weather and lighting. We will be asking you to sign a release at this time.

Events
Fri July 18th 9:00am and 9:30am: Pre ride briefing.
Fri July 18th 6:00pm: Toonie Buffet
Fri July 18th 7:30 pm: Initial group get together in the parking lot.
Sat July 19th 9:00am and 9:30am: Pre ride briefing.
Sat July 19th on Completion of pre ride briefs. Poker Run Registration. (Tentative)
Sat July 19th 4:00pm > 5:00pm. Show ‘n Shine Judging (Tentative)
Sat July 19th 6:00pm: Pictures in the parking lot followed by the Banquet for 6:30 food. Followed by prizes etc.
Sat July 19th on completion of Banquet. Band in the parking lot.
Sun July 20th am: Hugs and hand shake good-bys.
Note: Should there be insufficient room in the Banquet Hall, Prizes etc. will be drawn in the parking lot prior to the band starting up.

dont know about that 20th am thingy .......hugs eeewwwwwwe

been awhile since this was up top , so heres an update for you lucky sods that are going .


Thank you for getting the word out to the Packs for the upcoming Kootenay Raid. I would appreciate it if you could send an update and a reminder out to the Packs and Hinckley Triumph owners. We are currently working on an 8.5” x 11” Poster which can be printed off and posted in the shops.

Also, thank you to those who have registered to date. The response has been good.

You will notice, on the Itinerary attached, that the Poker Run and Show ‘n Shine have been added to the list.

The Poker Run will cover about 300Km and will take in some mighty fine roads and scenery with ample time to take in the sites and have lunch.

The Show ‘n Shine will take place later on Saturday afternoon to allow the Poker Run Participants to join in on the Show ‘n Shine. The Classes will be: Best Trumpet Overall; Best Classic; Best Cruiser; Best Urban Sport; and Best Sport Tourer.

As for accommodations, the New Grand Hotel is full. Danny Rickaby has worked out discount rates with the following Hotels:
Mountain Hound Inn: 866-452-6490 or 250-352-6490 http://www.mountainhound.com/
Prestige Lakeview: 877-737-8443 or 250-352-3595 http://www.prestigeinn.com/nelson-lakeview-prestige-hotel.php
The Hume: 877-568-0888 or 250-352-5331(remember no air conditioning) http://www.humehotel.com/
Best Western: (250-352-3525) http://www.bwbakerstreetinn.com/

Just let them know you will be attending the Triumph Raid.

Additional Accommodations can be found at: www.discovernelson.com

A Registration Form is attached. Registration Forms can be found at: http://www.triumphrat.net/rat-canada/77492-the-kootenay-raid-2008-in-nelson-is-happening.html ; http://www.sport-touring.net/forums/index.php/topic,21605.0.html and http://www.islandrat.org , click on Events, where you will also find the itinerary.

Mail in registrations are to be received by June 30th. The registration forms should be posted no later than the 20th from points in Canada and the 15th from points in the United State. This will allow for any hic-ups with the Postal Service.

See you there.

Cheers,
Mike


Mike Gebler
Island R.A.T.
Pack Leader

Website: http://www.islandrat.org




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Um, I can't remember if I've already registered. I don't think so. I know I have a room reserved, though.

Thanks Gordie,

Being a simple country boy, I don't have printer here at the home. I'll do it (registration) from work today

jh

How are you supposed to get a money order in Canadian funds? Do banks do that sort of thing? I e-mailed them to ask if I can do it with a credit card.

Heard back from them and ix-nay on the edit-cay ard-cay:

Quote:

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I do not have the capability of processing a Credit Card transaction. All I can suggest is a Bank Money Order or a Postal Money Order. Or as a worst case scenario just send a cheque and we will absorb the transaction costs. They are the only suggestions I have. Sorry for the inconvenience.

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Just made my reservations

Only thing in my way now is wether Karens brothers little league team makes it to State

Anyone have any routes planned I can weasle my way into

wow...thats a heck of a route you guys are taking.

kinda short, though

Cool trip, let me know your final Vancouver route and we,ll meet up and i,ll ride out with you.

I realize that this is your journey and you are welcome to do whatever.This is my offer if you wish to join me : leave Missoula and use 12 to Clarkston,on to 26 for othello,down to 24 to Yakima and on 410 to Enumclaw to kent.You will be welcome to spend nite here and WE use hwy 101,hwy 3 thru the narrows to Port Angelus,take ferry to Victoria,use canada hwy 1 to Nainamo and ferry to Vancover and pick-up Celt and go east to nelson .I am not raining on your parade but both "Z" and myself are quite a bit south of your planned journey.If you are locked in stone perhaps I could meet you up north or at least when you catch up with Celt..a 1/2 days ride for me.I apologize if you feel I am presumptous!

Nah, all ideas are welcome. Keep in mind the map I linked to is just a proposal or a "core" ride. I think we'll have plenty of time for tangents off that route, or complete re-routing of some sections. I wouldn't be adverse to heading south to Kent for a visit - it's not that far out of the way. I also see the Nanaimo leg as optional (I haven't been to Vancouver Island in about 35-38 years).

I need to know if I registered.. I believe I did.. anyway to check?

You might try e-mailing them.

Mike is quick to respond...email him at islandratinfo@shaw.ca

Id like to join up with all you guys if I can.

I cant say I can make the trek to Victoria yet but Id like to. I figure worst case is that Ill meet up with you all in the Surrey area along with Celt.

Just out of curiosity...are you guys camping on the way or doing hotels?

Hotels. I'm not lugging a deep cycle marine battery across the countryside.

I'm sure we can work something out on the route.

cool...Im in!