Sunday Ride - Tanger, departing 1PM

[SUM650]

Well several mature riders have posted there distaste for the way that a lot of the past Sunday rides have been going, including myself. I think that the consensus is that the rides leave way to late, a few of the riders are in 100% race mode, careless high speed riding in town and on interstates, wheelies everywhere, etc., etc.. I am sure that I could go on and on.

This Sunday Feb. 10th 2008 lets all meet at the new Tanger Shopping outlets in North Charleston. What I am proposing is a sane ride to tone it down a bit.

I want to be clear, my intentions are not to ostracize any riders. My intentions are to shed that negative image of the old tree rides. So if you are looking to stunt, ride like a loose cannon on the main public streets / interstates, or just hang out til late in the afternoon, this ride is probably not for you.

When: Sunday Feb. 10th 2008

Where: Tanger Outlet , North Charleston- Turn by the Fire Museum and you will see a large oak tree.

Time: 1:00 PM for people on time, 12:30 for people on slo time like myself.

Who's Invited: Everyone you know! This is not a private friends only group type deal. If you want to ride safely and sanely then hookup with us.

Please make sure that your bike is gassed up and ready to go before you meet us.

[SUM650]

I forgot to mention. Please post your ideas of things that you would like to see, or not see on this new Sunday ride. Btw this is a trial, if everyone likes it then maybe we can continue it. Comments, ideas are welcomed. I look forward to seeing you all there.

[Mike]

Umm, why not just keep it in the original Sunday thread (our single biggest thread, I think) and modifying the first post if need be?

[Tootles]

can't wait BARRY....My husband has a dead battery on his bike though, hopefully he can get it started to see you there.

[jason 41]

Have Fun. I'll be at jennings, I'll try to make the next one :smile

[mandingo]

:wtg:

[SUM650]

Umm, why not just keep it in the original Sunday thread (our single biggest thread, I think) and modifying the first post if need be?

I thought about that, but what about the folks that don't want to ride at sane speeds on the street, or don't want to meet at a new location, or just don't want to even be around me to start with? I am not saying that this is a permanent venture, just a trial for now. Do you guy's think that this thread should be merged with the regular Sunday Ride thread? If so I will make it happen.

I want to make sure that I am not false advertising here. This is is not a Sunday Church meeting. We are mostly sport bikers, so most of us WILL ride a speeds above the posted limits at times, some folks will even do wheelies at times. More riding and less waiting is the name of the game.

[Nash]

The original tree rides (didn't Randy start it?:smilebig:) happened way before Cornerjunkies and new and improved meeting spot happened right here. So, I think it deserves it's own thread. By the way, I don't think the Sear's tree meeting spot will disappear anytime soon. Two different meeting spots, two different threads. Now, if a change brings everyone to Tanger, then a merge is warranted.

[MrDude_1]

different idea, different ride.. its a different thread....

sounds alot more fun... esp if we ride some thing different.

[thehammer69]

Time: 1:00 PM for people on time, 12:30 for people on slo time like myself.

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Not that I would be riding any time soon...but have you considered meeting earlier? Before the original tree ride existed, many of us would meet in James island like around 11am, which I liked better than 1pm.

But either way, definitely roll out at the prescribed time. None of the "I need gas" or bullshitting around. If people want to BS, they can show up even earlier to perform said bullshitting.

Hammer

[MrDude_1]

Hammer just made an excelent point... the time should be the ROLLOUT time, not the meetup time... you might want to edit the post to be clear.

[Mike]

I changed the thread title a bit to hopefully make it a little clearer.

I like the idea for the ride, and I've been a proponent of something like this for at least a couple of years, so yeah, let's see where this goes.

Even though I'm working this weekend, I'll try to make this ride.

[Scootimus]

I like the idea of the new meeting spot sum650. Unfortunately I won't be able to make it out this weekend (or the next couple) due to work.

I would agree with hammer that maybe an earlier time would be good in the future but hey, let's see where this new meeting place goes. I'm jealous and will be eagerly awaiting when I can meet up with you guys for just a normal fun Sunday ride.

[eschmunk]

Would love to meet up for a ride soon. I will be back in town early March and will look this thread up to see if the new spot is still up and running.

[Mike]

Just woke up... slept right through my alarm... :wall:

[Chris]

would prefer much earlier like 10....tried to make it today but apparently was too late....5 after when we rolled in.....glad to see it's rolling out on time...and i won;t be late again....lol

[SUM650]

would prefer much earlier like 10....

I would be lucky to be out of bed by 10 on a Sunday!

Today was one of the best rides that I have been on in YEARS! No nonsense, just plain old fashion riding. We actually went on a new route today. Somehow we ended up in Orangeburg. :shrug: Three hrs. of riding and zero time getting wrecked bikes out of a ditch.

[Scootimus]

It sounds like a good idea starting about 10 but the more I think about it, I tend to enjoy my Saturday nights a little too much to be making it out that early.

So, how many people made it out to the new spot? I won't be able to make it next week because I'll be in Daytona for the "Great American Race" but the following Sunday count me in!

[MrDude_1]

I won't be able to make it next week because I'll be in Daytona for the "Great American Race" but the following Sunday count me in!

dont be silly.. the Indy500 isnt in Daytona.

[Turbo storm]

would prefer much earlier like 10....tried to make it today but apparently was too late....5 after when we rolled in.....glad to see it's rolling out on time...and i won;t be late again....lol
Say what????We didn't roll out till 1:20. Maybe you went to the wrong spot? Or maybe you are still on daylight savings time and was early...or late...or whatever!
There is always next week...If I get my bike back together again. I tokk it apart, again. I ment to take off the right-hand clip-on, but somehow, the whole front-end is off. The forks are leaning on the wall, the wheel and rotors are off. The rear end has no links to the shock....
Damn...will I ever be done with this monster???
If anyone else has anything they want powdercoated, let me know. I get a good deal with Mark's powdercoating...the more I bring, the cheaper it gets.
Dan da man

[MrDude_1]

would prefer much earlier like 10....tried to make it today but apparently was too late....5 after when we rolled in.....glad to see it's rolling out on time...and i won;t be late again....lol
Say what????We didn't roll out till 1:20. Maybe you went to the wrong spot? Or maybe you are still on daylight savings time and was early...or late...or whatever!
There is always next week...If I get my bike back together again. I tokk it apart, again. I ment to take off the right-hand clip-on, but somehow, the whole front-end is off. The forks are leaning on the wall, the wheel and rotors are off. The rear end has no links to the shock....
Damn...will I ever be done with this monster???
If anyone else has anything they want powdercoated, let me know. I get a good deal with Mark's powdercoating...the more I bring, the cheaper it gets.
Dan da man

i know what you mean.. look at my hawk.. LOL..

i have about a page and a half of mostly small parts that will eventually need to be powedercoated..... but im not going to do it right now... cashola and such.

[Scootimus]

I won't be able to make it next week because I'll be in Daytona for the "Great American Race" but the following Sunday count me in!

dont be silly.. the Indy500 isnt in Daytona.

Been to Indy Once..... that's all I needed of that track. You can't see shite!

[Chris]

you might be right dan....but we rolled in on the bwi side saw some bikes but it was brian and his group....4-5 riders.....unfortunately i didn't read the post that closely and wasn't really sure where at tanger we were meeting so when i saw the few left i figured you guys had already headed out.

bike nights kicking off this tuesday night at wings etc.....

[Tootles]

OK, I am so sorry I didn't make it Sunday for the ride. I got the MIGRAINE from HELL Sunday morning, had to go to DR. today to get 2 shots in my BUTT for it!!!!! Said it would put me to sleep, but still waiting since 3PM today. But, HEY, Migraine is GONE!!!!! I even missed work because of it.


Chris, I was in your place last night, forced myself to get out and eat, and it was DAMN good, as usual. Is the comedy thing still on for tomorrow evening?

I do not think you and I have ever met in person, so I didn't ask if you were there. I Will next time.

[Chris]

yes comedy wednesday night.....12 comedians 2 hours.....$150 prize

[t-cell]

Is this ride still a go for Sunday (the 17th)?

[Mike]

Is this ride still a go for Sunday (the 17th)?

Hope so - I'll again try to be there by 1.

[MrDude_1]

i'll be up there.

[Surfdancer]

I'm game... I'm getting a little weary of messing with my latest boat project, and could use a break from the wrenchin'. I should be able to wrangle a kitchen pass from the Mrs. and meet up with y'all for an afternoon cruise. :wtg:

[Booty Freak]

Hope everyone had a good ride today. I am here sitting
home feeling like crud. At least the bike is clean. :shit:

[JMP781]

I woke up at 11:30 then worked on the cars. Took the bike out today for a short run and it's running much better. Maybe I can make the next ride. Just wanted to make sure everything was ok before I had to play catchup again.

[Surfdancer]

It was sheer pleasure riding with y'all today! Unfortunately, my wife didn't hear me when I told her I wouldn't be back until after 5 pm. She's really pissed! My son was obnoxious and the baby was fussy all day. I imagine that situation was like trying to put out a campfire with gasoline. I've got to treat her to something real nice or else I'll be in the doghouse a while.

Anyway, it was a good ride and I'm glad I went. Between riding this morning and with the group, I put over 300 miles on the bike today. I needed that - it did my soul good.

[Chris]

it was....sorry u couldn't make it....

[Mike]

It was sheer pleasure riding with y'all today! Unfortunately, my wife didn't hear me when I told her I wouldn't be back until after 5 pm. She's really pissed! My son was obnoxious and the baby was fussy all day. I imagine that situation was like trying to put out a campfire with gasoline. I've got to treat her to something real nice or else I'll be in the doghouse a while.

Anyway, it was a good ride and I'm glad I went. Between riding this morning and with the group, I put over 300 miles on the bike today. I needed that - it did my soul good.

Mac's glad you went too :smilebig: Surfdancer saved the day again, this time with his tire plug kit after Mac's rear tire got punctured.

It was a good ride, nothing insane, no stunting, no one being a jackass :wtg:

[t-cell]

One of the best rides I have been on since I arrived in the Charleston area. It was nice to put some faces to this forum - I look forward to future rides.

Jason - sends

[SUM650]

Jason it was good to meet you. BTW this is Barry the guy on the blue R1.

Surfdancer your the man. That tire kit of yours really saved the day. I am now going to put together a kit like that for myself.

[jason 41]

Glad to here everyones ok. Mac give patrick a call for a new tire.

went riding yesterday. it was awsome. good to put some miles on the bike. Had a weird incodent... I was coming home and got to a red light by my house. this thing WILL NOT trip for a light weight bike. so after waiting a bit and then looking way both ways down the street i went. got pulled cop asked me what i was thinking and i explained that the light wont trip for sport bikes. he wrote me a warning and told me to contact the DOT. pretty cool guy could have got me for a shitload of points.
BTW last night i got a call while at outback. bike down on greenridge and rivers. I ziped over there and the guy got life flighted out. I dont believe he made it. It was a cruiser and it cought fire. The bike resembled Domino's so if ayone knows how to get ahold of him please call him. Now with that being said all cruisers look the same to me. but this one had the same saddle bags he has. so someone please contact him to make sure this isnt the case.

[MrDude_1]

Jason it was good to meet you. BTW this is Barry the guy on the blue R1.

Surfdancer your the man. That tire kit of yours really saved the day. I am now going to put together a kit like that for myself.

lookie here for the pump:
http://www.webbikeworld.com/Motorcycle-technical-articles/air-pump/
theres a couple more howtos also, but thats the basic idea.




i have to say, that was an awesome ride. the pace was dead on.. slow and respectful when others are around, and entertaining at appropriate times...
most tree rides or other crazy rides, i get that hopped up, physced up feeling...because i know im about to go out and do something stupid..
didnt get that feeling at any point in this ride instead, it was truly enjoyable. relaxing at times, and still very entertaining.

mike, im glad you didnt ride the SMR now.. it was much more entertaining to watch the FJR go around corners..
i had the perfect position too... i could hear Macs exhaust the whole time..

i have no idea where the hell we went... apparently my bank didnt either.
9:00am i get a phone call... apparently its suspicious to my bank to see a bunch of $4 - $8 charges on my debit card, in various areas around the state. i had to explain to them that it was a motorcycle ride, and my bike only holds $8 in gas.. LOL.
i filled it two more times after the ride lastnight.. went 270miles yesterday.. also, i now know my bike can only hold 2.6gal of gas.. i thought it fit three... 2.6 from sputtering empty to the bottom of the fill lip.

i hope every ride from now on can be like that one... absolutely great.

[Nash]

Wish I could have made it, sounds like it was a great ride, just like last week. Hope we can maintain the order, since it won't be long before the crowd picks up. I went to Cycle Gear yesterday and some guy was talking about the new ride out of Tanger.

[MrDude_1]

Wish I could have made it, sounds like it was a great ride, just like last week. Hope we can maintain the order, since it won't be long before the crowd picks up. I went to Cycle Gear yesterday and some guy was talking about the new ride out of Tanger.

from what im overhearing here and there, i think theres TWO rides out of Tanger...

keeping this one seperate should be pretty simple.. just play it off as 'the old mans ride'.... keep talking about slow speeds, and responsible riding... and most of the younger crowd will goto one of the other rides. and the ones that dont, after hearing that, are probably ones we want to stay anyway.... we shouldnt be afraid to say 'HEY, chill out.' or something of that nature to someone on this ride.
just my opinion of course... as the youngest one there yesterday.. (and also the only one on a bike less then a liter.... friggin old guys and their big bikes... LOL :lol: )

[Nash]

I do agree, Travis.

[Scootimus]

Damn guys, this is killing me working out of town and hearing about all the fun going on. Thankfully I'll be done in the Queen City this week and will be out with you guys next weekend.

Oh yeah MrDude, I'm on a 600 so you won't be the only non liter bike!

[jason 41]

Man I got to go to one of these "church rides" LOL!

[barstoolracer]

me too lol

[Chris]

i didn't know somebody shoved a liter in my vfr

[Scootimus]

I think the geico gremlins did it while you were sleeping last night.... beware of those sneaky little bastards!

[MrDude_1]

i didn't know somebody shoved a liter in my vfr

oh yea.. i forgot you were waay back there.... i still had the smallest bike... that suprised me since its over 600ccs...




speaking of church rides, 7 years ago i went on a tree ride with a road that had a church on it.... you come around a corner, and are pointed at the church.. then its a uphill right turn followed by a sudden sharp 90* left.(and i think it was barry who gave the safety talk at the start of the road)
people were reffering to it as church road or something like that.
anyone know where the hell that road is? its been about 7 years and i still havent found it. lol.

[eschmunk]

Damn guys, this is killing me working out of town and hearing about all the fun going on. Thankfully I'll be done in the Queen City this week and will be out with you guys next weekend.

Oh yeah MrDude, I'm on a 600 so you won't be the only non liter bike!

Me too, working out of town that is. Won't be back until the 1st of March then I have a wedding to go to. It will be awhile, hopefully Tanger will still be happening. I have a 600 to, yay for smaller bikes. :shrug:

church is on 45

Yea 45 can get cha. i went out there with barry boomer and them. corner came up slowed soft corner...did that about 6 times. so said F it and plowed...right about then that 90 came up.....i bet i couldnt shit a M&M after that turn!

[SUM650]

Man I got to go to one of these "church rides" LOL!

I think your better half would really enjoy it.

Won't be back until the 1st of March then I have a wedding to go to. It will be awhile, hopefully Tanger will still be happening.

I think the trial is over and Tanger is probably here to stay!

keeping this one seperate should be pretty simple.. just play it off as 'the old mans ride'.... keep talking about slow speeds, and responsible riding... and most of the younger crowd will goto one of the other rides. and the ones that dont, after hearing that, are probably ones we want to stay anyway.... we shouldnt be afraid to say 'HEY, chill out.'

Travis you are so right. We all will need to step up and say something when the hell raisers get out of hand. Someone must step up and tell the new folks that join, this isn't a typical Sunday mall race day.

Am I a saint? Absolutely not! I still get hairs up my butt to do stupid shit. I now try to focus more on the safety of others besides myself. Experience has taught me that the public roads are not my private race track / stunt grounds. I hope new riders will live to discover this much sooner than I have.

[Turbo storm]

Sorry I could not ride this past Sunday. I took the family to Atlanta for a lil vacation. And, again, Skully is in pieces getting more powdercoat, and a Ducati part added. I hope to be there this coming Sunday to show you all the;
"Kawazukaha Mitzucati-Davidson Turbo"...Dan da man

[t-cell]

BTW last night i got a call while at outback. bike down on greenridge and rivers. I ziped over there and the guy got life flighted out. I dont believe he made it. It was a cruiser and it cought fire. The bike resembled Domino's so if ayone knows how to get ahold of him please call him. Now with that being said all cruisers look the same to me. but this one had the same saddle bags he has. so someone please contact him to make sure this isnt the case.

Is the accident you are talking about:

Motorcyclist dies of head, chest injuries
Staff report
Tuesday, February 19, 2008

A motorcyclist was pronounced dead from injuries suffered in a North Charleston traffic accident Sunday night, the Charleston County Coroner's Office said.
Donald Millwater, 41, of Hanahan died from head and chest injuries at 9:15 p.m., about two hours after being airlifted to Medical University Hospital, Deputy Coroner Bobbi Jo O'Neal said. Millwater was not at fault in the accident.
The motorcycle collided with a van on Rivers Avenue at Greenridge Road around 7:20 p.m. Millwater, who was not wearing a helmet, was thrown from his motorcycle, which caught fire. Firefighters extinguished the flames and administered first aid before he was taken away in a helicopter, Battalion Chief Greg Bulanow said.

http://www.charleston.net/news/2008/feb/19/motorcyclist_dies_head_chest_injuries/


Jason - sends

[jason 41]

So If I go can I still do some power wheelies, and go 150, and pass nash on the brakes, you know all that fun stuff?

[Mike]

So If I go can I still do some power wheelies, and go 150, and pass nash on the brakes, you know all that fun stuff?

:doh:

:hammer:

[thehammer69]

BTW last night i got a call while at outback. bike down on greenridge and rivers. I ziped over there and the guy got life flighted out. I dont believe he made it. It was a cruiser and it cought fire. The bike resembled Domino's so if ayone knows how to get ahold of him please call him. Now with that being said all cruisers look the same to me. but this one had the same saddle bags he has. so someone please contact him to make sure this isnt the case.

Is the accident you are talking about:

Motorcyclist dies of head, chest injuries
Staff report
Tuesday, February 19, 2008

A motorcyclist was pronounced dead from injuries suffered in a North Charleston traffic accident Sunday night, the Charleston County Coroner's Office said.
Donald Millwater, 41, of Hanahan died from head and chest injuries at 9:15 p.m., about two hours after being airlifted to Medical University Hospital, Deputy Coroner Bobbi Jo O'Neal said. Millwater was not at fault in the accident.
The motorcycle collided with a van on Rivers Avenue at Greenridge Road around 7:20 p.m. Millwater, who was not wearing a helmet, was thrown from his motorcycle, which caught fire. Firefighters extinguished the flames and administered first aid before he was taken away in a helicopter, Battalion Chief Greg Bulanow said.

http://www.charleston.net/news/2008/feb/19/motorcyclist_dies_head_chest_injuries/


Jason - sends

FUCK! I knew Donald. He used to work at the service department at Carolina International in North Chuck. I havn't spoken to him a couple of years though.

[Sweetruss]

It was a really nice ride/pace/day Sunday. It's nice to have a place to do some 2up riding in the future. Looks like I'll need to start asking the grandparents for some baby sitting duties.....

[Surfdancer]

The pace was still a bit too brisk for my wife to ride on her chrome turd...

I may have to invite her along and meet her at the stop signs, if I ever get out of the doghouse...

[MrDude_1]

The pace was still a bit too brisk for my wife to ride on her chrome turd...

I may have to invite her along and meet her at the stop signs, if I ever get out of the doghouse...

chrome and keepup? no problem!
just get her one of these:
http://images.google.com/images?sourceid=navclient&ie=UTF-8&rlz=1T4SUNA_enUS220US220&q=roadstar+warrior&um=1&sa=N&tab=wi

:wtg:

[Scootimus]

I can't wait till this Sunday. I will give it a try before bringing out the wifey. Of course, I'll probably be in the dog house for riding but she will get over it. Hell, I'm the one out on the road working while she's sitting in the spa getting the massage.... I think I did Valentines day wrong.

[SUM650]

The pace was still a bit too brisk for my wife to ride on her chrome turd...

Yea I think that most cruiser riders will have a hard time keeping up with a bunch of sportbikes even at a minimal leisurely pace. Thats why I don't ride my warrior to often with the group. Going 90 on a sportbike is very mild. On a cruiser your doing everything you can to hold on while fighting the wind. Plus on a cruiser most riders slow down for a turn, while us sportbike riders speed up. Just to different types of riding all together.

[Chris]

if mine can make it out and be happy at the end of the day .... anyone's so (significant other) will have a blast.

[jason 41]

Get in this store and buy a Bike!

[MrDude_1]

if mine can make it out and be happy at the end of the day .... anyone's so (significant other) will have a blast.


http://charleston.craigslist.org/mcy/576310046.html

[Mike]

Yea I think that most cruiser riders will have a hard time keeping up with a bunch of sportbikes even at a minimal leisurely pace. Thats why I don't ride my warrior to often with the group. Going 90 on a sportbike is very mild. On a cruiser your doing everything you can to hold on while fighting the wind. Plus on a cruiser most riders slow down for a turn, while us sportbike riders speed up. Just to different types of riding all together.

I had a damn good time riding your Warrior that one Tree Ride... but yeah, high speed sweepers on that thing are another kind of crazy :evillaugh:

[Chris]

working next few days...sorry jason

[Surfdancer]

Her "chrome turd" (a 2000 Honda Shadow Spirit with all the JC Whitney bolt ons) has the optional flexible flyer front end. She has a tough time if it's not a 3 mile straightaway. She wants to ride it in the mountains this summer with me and my Rex, and a good brisk Sunday ride might be the reality check she needs before burning the gas to run Blood Mountain :wtg:

[SUM650]

Nice looking cruiser, does she ride it often?

[Surfdancer]

Not as often as she would like. Most of her rides are across town. We have two different styles when it comes to riding. She rides into town, I ride to get away from town.

I bought it for her last autumn, from our old neighbor. She's probably put about 300 miles on it since we got it for her. I put that many miles on the Rex last weekend, between riding that morning and meeting up with y'all for the group ride.

We have gone on one (1) long ride together since she bought it, but with kids and all, it's kinda tough for us to have a full day together. So, we tag off. In fact, she's out with her girlfriends tonight, after being with a cranky baby all day.

So Barry, to answer your question, she does not ride it often.

[dumwinnie]

i got to enjoy one of these "church rides." got to meet a couple new faces/old screen names. had a relaxing little ride down chisolm, brownswood, then river rd. hop skip and a jump to the toogoo-don't, 180' then it was a quick trip home. out by 1 home by 3.30. perfect, had to get horses in by 4.30, 5 ish. may be able to do it next week.

[Surfdancer]

Couldn't make it this weekend... Maybe next???

[Scootimus]

Was a very nice ride... Got to meet all new faces and take a trip down some roads I didn't even know existed. Hopefully I will be able to make it back out next Sunday... I'll have to check with the boss.

[kraeji]

Anyone riding next weekend? I'd like to come out and meet some folks. if I dont have to work that is.

[slickwillie]

i will be out and about.

[jason 41]

If its nice I'll be there this sunday :smile

[SUM650]

Who is riding this coming Sunday? The weather should be great. I'll see you there.

[Chad]

50's in ladson Sunday 11am

[Scootimus]

I wish I could make it this Sunday but I think the wife wants to spend time together, so we will probably just be out cruising around. I would bring her out but she wouldn't approve of some of the speed bursts. Oh well, maybe next Sunday.

[t-cell]

I should be able to make it out for this one!!!

Jason - sends

[Tootles]

I am crossing my fingers for this ride!!!!!! Hope to see everyone (almost) there on the sensible ride