OK, Bob 109 is as local as they come and I'll bet he knows of all 3 places I mentioned. He may even be able to add a few. All are above average local eateries. I myself will ride to eat well.
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OK, Bob 109 is as local as they come and I'll bet he knows of all 3 places I mentioned. He may even be able to add a few. All are above average local eateries. I myself will ride to eat well.
Bob, this is looking good, hope it holds up. I'll be one to ride in for Saturday noon, maybe ride the afternoon, and stay over for Sunday. I have your contact info.
I'd like to sit, eat and swap stories before heading back. Where ever you choose to eat will be good for me.
I am looking forward to meeting and riding with you all.
Because of a 5 hour ride back, I may have to hit the road by 3 or so. Depends on where we land at that time.
Many of the folks who will be traveling I-84 for the meet and great will have the same issue. Going talk to Bob Penn about a alternate tour route which will bring all riders back to I-84 which will simplify folks return home. If we spend some time eating and chatting saddle time for the group may be limited. There a lot of great cycle riding roads adjacent to the I-84 corridor and that includes some great diners:icon_wink: Instead of heading south on RT 209 we may be able to do a loop of Rt 97 stopping at "Hawk's Nest, then to the Robeling Bridge which follows the Delaware River, cross the bridge to Rt 590, pass the Zane Grey Museum following Rt 590 through Hawley Pa. and on into Hamlin. There's a great place to eat in Lake Ariel ( Liberty Diner ) which is on Rt 191 and is the return route to I-84 at Twin Rocks which gives a long distance travelers a easy North/South entrance home. This route has zip semi-truck traffic and freshly paved roads with some spectacular scenery and great "sweeper corners". I ride is several times a week:shhh:
Initial meeting place is still the same! Pa. Reception Center after crossing the N.Y. Delaware Bridge when for those traveling West.
I wish I wouldn't keep watching the weather...it changes everyday. Saturday is steady, but Sunday is showers one day, sunny the next. Guess I'll have to wait until Friday.
Just to keep you all up to date on what we're up to Bob 109 and I are planning to run the original planned route tomorrow. Either route ends up in the same area with easy jct.access to I-380, I-80, I-84, or I-81. all within 8 miles or less.
Please let us know your favorite food choice. Barbecue (served in an outdoor picnic table area), a full restaurant/bar, a dinner, or a very large Chinese/American buffet. REMEMBER your VOTE counts!
If at all possible we would also like to know if you plan on coming and how many are in your group. If we have that information we can fore warn the selected food stops (If the group gets large) to prepare for our group. We can also set up a possible wait for plan if someone is running late and we know they are coming.
OK, now who wants to argue about the weather?:moon:
How far is the end point from the start point? It would seem that Bob's rte would end back at the start point.
This would matter more to those that are riding 5 hours to get there than the ones that live near bye.
People from CT, Ma, or upstate NY would not want to ride farther to get home than they did to get there.
I live in Walden NY only 35 miles from starting point so not a big deal for me.
Richie
No, Bob 109's ending point and mine are approx. the same right off I-84. The dinner he suggested in Lake Ariel is actually further from the jct with I-84 by about 5 miles. It still depends on which restaurant we pick to end at. The barbecue place is in, Hamlin. You have to go through Hamlin up 191 5 miles north to get to Lake Ariel. The Hotel is south and closer to that I-84 jct. All are approx. 20 miles west or about 15 to 20 minutes from the starting point at highway speeds on I-84.
I'm a rookie at this, so bear with me...will I need to reserve a room someplace? I wouldn't think so before Memorial Day but...also, is there one preferred over the others?
There's a Comfort Inn located just off I-84! Here's the info! Should you need a room this Motel is 1st class!
http://r.search.yahoo.com/cbclk2/dWU...PN7.g9ElaaC6w-
Thanks Bob109...room is booked. Come on Mother Nature...be kind.
I'm still in for sure. As for food, I'm a Diner fan but who doesn't love good BBQ.
Is the meet time still 10am? I will not be able to do the ride but i would like to go and meet you guys before you go on your way.
I'm in, any food for me :cheers:
I'm in and I mentioned it to my buddy, but he not a definite. I will get an answer when I return home. as for eats I will go with the flow, diner or BBQ is all good.
I'm in. It will be nice to see other F6Bs.
Dave
I met Bob 109 yesterday morning at the local truck stop and he bragged he had a full tank of gas. So we ran the original planed route in reverse. We left the truck stop at 10:40 am.
We took I-380 down to SR 423 (my personal favorite winding road) over to the dam and then down I-80 to the Apple Pie bakery for a dog and pie lunch. With coffee it cost $4.99 but the place could be hell for a person on a diet and a budget. The owner warned me on Sunday she will have the outdoor barbecue going and the next door dinner open.
Then we got the first of the bad news. They are working on a bridge so there was a 2 mile detour before we got on River road. Not a big deal. Once on the road I think Bob enjoyed the technical ride through the National park to the water fall. I'm sorry about the side turned picture but if you really want to know what I look like you'll have to turn your head or your monitor. I know I'm too lazy to right the ship!
I think Bob enjoyed the short walk in to see the falls and the native trout in the stream. It's a truly beautiful place. It will be our first stop Sunday morning.
The second bit of bad news Bob said he passed the Barbecue place in Hamlin last Sunday and it was still closed for the season. So I took a ride up there and confirmed that it will not open until May 6.
There is another place right on the road (SR-507) off I-380 leading to the jct I-84 called the Irish pub with good thick Hamburgers, pizza and clams in garlic sauce. Or we can continue down 507 to the Hotel /bar, It is owned by an X chef from the NYC Americana restaurant. They have high quality food including over 60 sandwiches plus steaks prime ribs etc to fit any budget.
My vote is for the Hotel. It's The closest to where the planed ride ends. It's right on the way to I-84 and the original starting point for those going that way.
The third bit of bad news is Bob's tank is empty.
The meeting time will be at 10 am at the reception center off I-84 in Matamoras, PA. Make sure you have a full fuel tank. We will Leave the center at 10:30 am Sharp. Our first stop will be at Dingman's falls reception area 14 miles south on SR-209 if your late and want to catch up. Departing the falls at 11:15.am. On to the Apple Tree Bakery in the town of Delaware Water gap should arrive there 11:45. Depart there 12:15 to the Dam arrive 1 pm leave there 1:15. arrive at the restaurant 2 PM. Depart at your leisure with 100 + miles on your bike and an almost empty fuel tank.
Here's a picture of Bob 109 at the falls, the dam tower and a section of the reservoir
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Bob, I should be at the welcome center around noon Saturday. Can't check in until after 2, so I'd be looking to eat and ride a bit. I can meet up closer to the hotel too. Let me know if anything is going on. Anyone else coming in the day before?
I'll meet you at the reception center, take a little breather and then give you a tour of Hawk's Nest. We can stop at the Port Jervis diner for some good food. The route will bring us right to the door step of your motel. We could end with some pie and coffee at Twin Rock's Diner which is right next to your Motel. Sunday morning I'll meet up with you and return to the reception center. Approximately 30 minutes from the motel.
bob109
I look better upright......just not ready to go horizontal yet:icon_wink:
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That meet and ride on Saturday sounds like a great idea. Maybe there will be some others who will want to join that ride too. The Hawks nest pull overs are a great scenic spots to see the eagles and hawks fly. The bridge and the museum just add to it.
Bob do you know the name of that Biker's bar/restaurant that everybody used to stop at just south of the Gob. bridge turn on 97 down by the river? Is it even open? It should be noted this entire area is bike country and for good reason.
I bet you went horizontal Monday when you got home!! I know I did right after I had a piece of pie.
I'm into two rides...need the morning to get there, that's all...
Last week I was by the Bar ( Grand Rapids ) you were referring to and it was closed. There were several truck loads of crushed stone in the parking lot. There's a great watering hole in Barrysville. We'll have plenty to do and see along the route. There's just too dang many good places to eat:shhh: I anticipate we'll have 2.5 hours on the road before we get WJDuke to the Comfort Inn. That includes time to get some great pics of the scenery i.e Hawk's Nest, Robeling Bridge, Zane Gray and the Over Look at the Pack . The roads are in great shape and I'll recheck them this week.
Here is the current list of those planning on at least Sunday's ride. There may be more coming who haven't committed yet and some bringing friends who are "bike challenged" to add to the pack.
If you are coming please, just reply to the thread so we can add you to the list.
Anyone who also plans on Saturdays ride please let us know.
1. Bob 109
2. wjduke
3. Richie
4. DMAGOLDRDR
5. vmaxed
6. zzh54
7. dksmith
8. Bob penn
9. Nightwing_67 (will meet but can't make the ride)
The darn weather changes every day it seems and Sunday there, as of today, doesn't look great. I'm still willing to come in Saturday and make that my ride if you guys are available and have to postpone Sunday. I know bob109 is. It's not supposed to rain here, so the ride back in some showers for a short time won't make me cancel. I don't want to postpone anything, trust me on that.
This morning's local forecast is sunny on Saturday with temps in the low 60's. Sunday isn't looking good with possible showers in the afternoon. This is based on a currently stalled front forecast to move north on Sunday bringing rain and temps around 60.
What's the general opinion? Should we hold off making a final decision or hold off until tomorrows forecast?
How do you feel about moving the date to Sunday next week May 8?
I kind of put my eggs in this weekends basket. For my selfish reasons, I'm still looking to head out there Saturday and ride with whoever can make it. bob109 has offered so far. I have the room booked and will ride home in the am, rain or not. I would have cut Sunday short with travel anyway, and feel that I can get a full day of touring in this way.
Now in no way am I trying to change anyone's plans. If the main ride gets changed to the 8th, I'll pass on that one and can always catch the next.
I'll be at the reception center around 11-11:30 Saturday.
My plans are to meet you on Saturday! With temps forecast for the 60's, leathers will be my attire! Still planing on getting you to your motel via the alternate route I described earlier in this thread. Unfortunately we can plan for everything except the weather:icon_frown: Anyone who wants to ride with us on Saturday is more than welcome. If all goes well we should be departing the Reception Center 12:15 or a little after. I'll have the lead Saturday and will ensure all who attend a pleasurable and scenic ride:icon_wink:
Just saw the noon forecast, the prediction is now 90% for rain to start late Saturday night and all day Sunday. The good news is a warmer then average May.
My bad, forget the 8th that's Mother's day. We'll have to move it to at least May 15. State your pleasure.
I don't think I can make the 15th but the 22nd is fine.
If the rest of the folks go 15th I'll stay as a probably not, but try.
I might do it a second time...I'll follow along for now. I won't book a room so quick though! I work until noon every other Saturday. It would affect my arrival time, that's all.
This mornings forecast is for temps in the 50's with a possible high of 60 for Saturday with possible light showers. Heavy rain starting around 10:30 pm and continuing all day Sunday into Monday temps in the lower to mid 50's.
Duke, I can't tell you what to do but if I were you I'd get busy and cancel your reservation for Saturday night. Sunday will not be a day to ride anything without a roof and a heater. If you want to still come out and ride Saturday fine, but plan on leaving for home before 4 PM . I know that would be one long hard day in the saddle for anybody.
Shall we try again for a Sunday ride. Possible dates May 15, 22, or the 29. Please type your preferred date. Majority wins. If we keep making plans at least it may solve our drought problem.:duck:
AHHH darn, now we're back faced with the great restaurant debate. The barbecue place will be opened by then.:icon_lol: