Durango 2011 - September 10th and 11th

[Clovis]

** RESCHEDULED **

I was just informed that I'm already booked for this Sunday 9/11. I'm sorry, I completely forgot about it.

I think it was just going to be Cornfed and me. Depending on the weather I'm looking at the following weekend as an option (Sept 17/1. My only concern is its getting pretty cold in the early mornings and this trip calls for leaving at 6am and riding at elevation.

Original feeler thread here:

http://www.cosportbikeclub.org/forum...ad.php?t=41018



http://mapq.st/pKbT0F

When and where

Saturday and Sunday, September 10th/11th.

Meet up for breakfast and pep talk at Jan's Restaurant in Buena Vista, CO

304 US Highway 24 South
Buena Vista, CO 81211
(719) 395-6940

Arrive at Jan's @ 8:00 AM -- eat some food, maps handed out and pep talk.
KSU at 9:00 AM

Southies should meet at the Acorn Gas station at 8/24 and be prepared to leave at 6:00 AM

Northies should meet at MOCO and also be prepared to leave at 6:00 AM

It's about 100 miles to Buena Vista from both locations.

The route

From Buena Vista we'll head to Gunnison, Lake City, South Fork, Pagosa Springs and then finally Durango.

Return trip goes through the incredible San Juan mountains and Black Canyon.

The total mileage for this trip is between 900 and 1000 miles. We're doing roughly 500 miles per day, expect each day to be up to 12 hours.

Estimated Cost
We'll be getting a hotel in Durango. I don't foresee having a problem getting a place for us ad-hoc given that this is the weekend after labor day weekend.

Between fuel, food and lodging I'm budgeting $200.

Want to go?

We did this as a club in 2007. 25,000 miles and 3 states later Durango 2007 still ranks as one of my all-time most memorable motorcycle rides. If you're interested in going, please reply here.

Make sure that you and your bike are up for the trip. I recommend changing out your oil and coolant before hand and taking care of any problems or service items. You don't want to find yourself stranded hundreds of miles from home.

-Clovis

[Bueller]

Why would I need to change my coolant? Oh I guess the 25,000 miles is going to be too much for it.

[BC14]

Why would I need to change my coolant? Oh I guess the 25,000 miles is going to be too much for it.

Guess you'd have to have a few tire stops in there too

[OUTLAWD]

I think the coolant clause was added due to an isolated circumstance

I would also suggest checking your chain/sprockets, tires, toolkit and seat foam

[Cornfed]

I think Im in on this. Ive got work and home scheduling to arrange first but count me as a strong maybe.
I know not much of a commitment but that's all you get for now.

[Clovis]

Head count so far:

Clovis
Bornfreewild (or whatever, aka Christi)

Maybe:

Cornfed
Grim

I'd also like to sign up John K and Grim, they just don't know they're going yet

[grim]

Head count so far:

Clovis
Bornfreewild (or whatever, aka Christi)

Maybe:

Cornfed
Grim

I'd also like to sign up John K and Grim, they just don't know they're going yet

sorry dude it's a no for me I can't handle her being on the back of the bike for that long and I'm not gonna get the go ahead to go alone!

[Clovis]

Let me talk to her. I'm smooth her over!!

[grim]

Let me talk to her. I'm smooth her over!!

try all you want tomorrow holmes she will just say "why isn't your wife riding on the back of yours?"

[Clovis]

As for the world and the worst they can say is no!

So "for reals" list:

Grim, Clovis, Bornfree.

Probables: Cornfed

Regarding the coolant, the idea is to take care of easy mechanical service points early. When I changed my coolant (after 4 years) it was pretty dirty.

[JohnEffinK]

Out of town the last four days with partial of that in Atlantic City.....

Lemme see if'n I can work that out.....since you have half committed me anyhow!

John

[grim]

Confirmed i will be going on this ride!

[madvlad]

I hate you lol, I have a wedding on the 9th so no go for moi

[grim]

I hate you lol, I have a wedding on the 9th so no go for moi

If the wedding is on the 9th why cant you go on the 10th and 11th?

[madvlad]

If the wedding is on the 9th why cant you go on the 10th and 11th?

No moolah brah lol

[grim]

No moolah brah lol

I heard clovis is a high roller maybe he will be nice enough to pay for your accommodations!!

[Clovis]

Disregard anything you hear from this madman!

I heard clovis is a high roller maybe he will be nice enough to pay for your accommodations!!

[OUTLAWD]

as tempting as this sounds...I will unfortunately not be able to make it

[Cornfed]

One step closer. Work scheduling handled. Now I have to get my home schedule handled.

[grim]

One step closer. Work scheduling handled. Now I have to get my home schedule handled.

that's easy have clovis do it for you

[Clovis]

That's how we do it John... sign you up for stuff and tell you the day before!

Out of town the last four days with partial of that in Atlantic City.....

Lemme see if'n I can work that out.....since you have half committed me anyhow!

John

[Cornfed]

It's not about the wife, that would be too easy. HOA has given us a deadline of Sept 15 to get our landscaping done and we r pushing it. So if we get it finished before the 10th Im in. If not I'll be either layin sod or building a deck while u guys r heading west. Wish me luck.

[GixxerCarrie]

Did this ride 2...now maybe 3 years ago. Rain Gear..We froze buttz about the same time that year between E-F. It turned dusk, and even though it was warmer as we got to Durango....We were cold. Also, never so many bugs on my lid evar!

Suggest many get off bike breaks. There were times where I though my ass was going to die.

Lastly... Between B-C was one of the most beautiful rides ever. But, here is a Carrie warning. You gain confindence rather quickly and due to the wide long turns.. you want start rockin that canyon(Bad move my part). Careful through the tunnels...They are blind. Known for wrecks(speaking from expeierence) ask others they all called out the tunnel I wrecked in. I went in Hot..and the mountain dew bottle that someone littered made a lowside unforgiveable. Its a great ride...have an awesome time. Matty might have some opinions also..BTW we also hit Telluride and rode the back side to Ouray. Friggen unbelieveable views. Have a great time..one I wont forget thats for sure..

[Clovis]

Riding straight through from Buena Vista to Durango is about 5-6 hours. With stops 7-8. We'll be leaving Jan's at 9am. I'm thinking that as long as we're pulling in to Durango by 7pm we can avoid the cooler air and grab some dinner.

Carrie, are you thinking about doing this one? This is going to be my last "big" ride of the season.

Also, for this trip (as with all trips) I'll provide maps and list the plan stops. Can everyone go 150 miles in between fill ups? I think that's about the mileage I got on my R1 which wasn't exactly fuel friendly (especially with my big like mountain ass). For example from Buena Vista to Lake City is about 150 miles. We can stop in Gunnison if needed (85 miles from Buena Vista) but being that this is a longer trip I'd prefer to limit the gas stops so we have more time for clicky clicks on the scenic parts (pictures).

Anyhow, if you're bike gets less then 150 miles (or 150 miles is really pushing it) let me know and we can plan accordingly.