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[Diva1]

Hello to all!

Our small nationwide FZR forum is trying to plan a group meet. We're leaning toward Denver area since it's fairly central for everyone. So we have a few questions to ask and welcome any suggestions.

Do you think Denver would be a good destination?
Best time to come out? May, June, or July?
Are there tracks nearby that you recommend?
Any races or track days that we could consider planning the trip around?
Any suggested day rides that you prefer?
What to see for those that can't bring their bikes or spouses left at the hotel?

Again, thanks for your input! Can't wait to get into your neck of the woods!

[Anonymous]

Welcome! I will try and answer your questions and I'm sure others can add to this as well...

1. Denver's a great destination! Lots of places to ride close to the city...
2. July will be the hottest of those months. I recommend late May or June.
3. Tracks for what? Are you looking to ride or watch? The AMA races will be happening at PPIR the 3rd week of may, and our local race club the MRA has races going on at various points. http://www.mra-racing.org though the 04 schedule may not be posted yet.
4. You can ride the local track (Second Creek, or Pueblo actually) any day there isn't an event, plus the MRA races are at those tracks. Many people from this club race now as well.
5. Rides? Go west, find road. Just post here when you decide when you'll be out, there will be people here that can go with you and show you some great mountain twisties. We have thousands of miles of them...
6. Sports, the city, sightseeing (i.e. mountains and drives plus historic type stuff), etc... Actually since I live here I'm having a hard time thinking of tourist type things to suggest...

[Anonymous]

Though the MRA schedule probably isn't posted on their site yet, my own race team has it up on ours...

http://www.teamskinny.net/php/getskinny.php

Right side, the MRA races listed, plus the AMA one for the pro's. Only Pueblo track info is available now, the rest will be up in a week or so.

[Anonymous]

Local track info can be found here:

http://www.cosportbikeclub.org/local/rides.html

The "Rides" on the 2nd part of the page never got off the ground although it's still something we're planning on doing.

[Hozerking]

+1

I second that!

-al

[Diva1]

Thanks guys! We found a local rider that's helping us out with the plans, too. So keep us in mind if you think of anything else and I'll check back.

Til then, look forward to spring riding!

[Diva1]

Hello again. Well it's official, we're coming during the AMA race in May at PPIR. We're all very excited but would like some suggestions on where to stay or places to avoid. Some will be staying in a hotel, others will be camping. Do you have some favorite or least favorite camping spots?

I'm sure more questions will be coming.

Thanks!

[Nick_Ninja]

Be prepared for a FUN time!! Lots-o-roads to blast on around here.

Here is a good link to Colorado Springs tourism:

http://www.coloradosprings-travel.com/

[Anonymous]

For camping I'm not sure what's around there. Regarding the AMA's themselves and hotels, you might check out the thread on the AMA races, sticky at the top of the General forum. We were going to set up a group discount rate at a local hotel.

[Ripper]

Hey Diva1, I have plenty of room for all the ladies to stay @ my house...

[Diva1]

Thanks Ripper!

I posted the hotel info on our board (which was down yesterday) to see if anyone wants to get in on the group rates. I'll let you boys know.

Any yummy restaurants we can't miss?

[Hoopty]

Not in the Springs!

[Anonymous]

There's some tasty stuff at Bourbon Street/RumBay...

I dunno about any food in the area however. Last time we ended up at some ghetto fast food seafood place...

[Nick_Ninja]

Even though these guys mean well and have the BEST OF INTENTIONS --- remember, we are BIKERS

There is more to 'The Springs' than just McDonalds

GOLDEN BEE PUB
It is an understatement to call this bar an authentic English pub: nearly 40 years ago, the Broadmoor Hotel bought the pub and had it moved from England to the hotel's Colorado Springs property. The atmosphere is warm and inviting—perfect for enjoying one of its many imported beers. Drinking from one of the Yard glasses is a quick way to get intoxicated. If you require food, dig into an English delight like a piping hot meat pie. Stop by in the evening for live piano entertainment and bar-wide sing-alongs.
Details


Address: 1 Lake Circle
Colorado Springs 80906
United States


Neighborhood: South


Phone: +1 719 577 5776


Hours: 11:30am-1:30am daily

[towneh]

aarrrrggggggg, the post is goin' WIDE again....

anyway, the Golden Bee is a great place to hang.... get your pints and enjoy a good, sharp cheddar cheese spread on your biscuit! got to one of the evening sing-alongs and have an embroidered "bee" flung at ya!

aye, its a good tyme,
henry

[Nick_Ninja]

towneh screamed:

aarrrrggggggg, the post is goin' WIDE again....

Sorry bro

[FZRguy]

Any of us would be happy to show you guys some cool rides! PPIR is located in Fountain just south of Colorado Springs, which is about 65 miles south of Denver. A possible cheap lodging alternative is Colorado College in Colo Spgs. I’ve rented a dorm room there during the summer for $25 per night. I don’t know if they will be available during the races. Phone is 719-389-6000.

There is a ton of things to do in Denver and in Colo Spgs, from Six Flags/Elitches to Ocean Journey to Garden of the Gods to a train ride to the Pikes Peak Summit (or you can hike up and ride the train down). Just depends on if you want to ride more or sightsee more. Or do both and ride to some destination like Steamboat Springs. Or head up to the gambling town of Cripple Creek, where the road is nice and twisty. Royal Gorge and whitewater rafting is another idea. Fargo's is a great pizza/pasta place in the Springs not to be missed. I could go on, but you get the drift.

You’re welcome to give me a call at 303-794-2623. BTW, what’s the address of your club?

[Diva1]

Thanks!

We're at www.fzrarchives.com. A bunch of really great guys, and a few girls. Great place for FZR specific advice.

I think the main thing we're having trouble with is camping spots since those from the east coast are coming in RV's and trailers. I haven't browsed much on the web, but if you hear of any that people really liked, please let us know.

I'm sure we'll be contacting you.

[Anonymous]

Check KOA for campsites, they have locations with RV hookups and I believe there is one not too far from PPIR and Colorado Springs.

[Dietrich_R1]

WHERE is everyone mainly com'n from?

[Diva1]

We're all scattered about, but mainly eastern US. Me - Oregon others are from SLC, Oklahoma, Indiana, Virginia, Texas, Michigan, Kansas. Some of the east coasters are renting an RV and trailer and driving straight through. Sad, but I'm flying over so I won't even have my bike, but I'm bringing my helmet and volunteered to ride on back of those who offer.

Still don't have a confirmed list of who is actually coming, but we're working on it.

[KooLaid]

There's some tasty stuff at Bourbon Street/RumBay...

I dunno about any food in the area however. Last time we ended up at some ghetto fast food seafood place...

PERVERT!!!! HEHEHEH! Too bad you wouldn't want the life long after taste........I'm sure the guys know what i mean......

[Jix6]

Some campgrounds I found quickly:
http://www.falconmeadowrvcampground.com
http://www.fountaincreekrvpark.com
http://www.coloradocampground.com
http://www.maymuseum-camp-rvpark.com

Those are some in the springs area.

[Diva1]

Now it's time for recommendations on restaurants. Any favorites we shouldn't pass up in the Springs - good beer, good food, won't break the bank?