Dual Sport Las Vegas Bookings

[Juice]

Date: Thursday, September 14th-17th , 2006
The Destination: Las Vegas, Nevada
The Airline: American
The Hotel: The Paris Hotel and Casino

http://i1.tinypic.com/rs9z43.jpg



My Intention: Dual-Sport The Nevada desert. Drink my-self into a stupor, come home with a sunburn, sand in my crack, an aching head, stinking feet, and not a dollar left to my name. Consider this thread an open invitation to anyone who wishes to attend. I hope that everyone who reads this can make the journey. Feel free to reschedule your wedding and cancel your B-day & anniversary partys. You do not want to miss this DSRL event. Attend by all means necessary. No excuses & No Crying you got six long months to get your crap together. It’s going to be one hell of a good time.




Here are the Details
Flight cost as of today are $350.00 per person out of New Orleans
Average price per night at The Paris Hotel is $200.
Deposit for desert tour excursing & cycle rentals will be required around Mid July.
I don't think the ladies are planning on making the desert ride. You girls will have plenty of time for shoe shopping while the boys are out playing.

I will play travel agent and handle all the booking. I will need a partial non-refundable deposit before May 9th. Any players that are planning to attend and book through me, I will need you to confirm your availability and the number of tickets that will be required. I will update final pricing about a week prior to booking on the 9th of May.



Bring your monkey Butt Powder Now lets get down to what
We came for.

Nevada Motorcycle Adventures

http://i1.tinypic.com/rsa3aw.jpg

The Right Way to See the West!
From the time the early American settlers landed on these shores, they
strived to go west, in search of open areas to raise cattle, farm, or find
riches hidden deep within the hills. Today, the exodus continues, but for a
different reason: The wide open spaces of the south-western desert is a
haven for off-road riders in search of endless miles of dirt trails and
desert sands. For most city-dwellers accustomed to "the good life," the
prospect of shipping their beloved bike thousand miles from home to the
middle of some western desert is enough to put an end to the fantasy. But
fret not.

http://i1.tinypic.com/rsa52g.jpg


There is a man who lives in the heart of the West that will help you
Organize such a trip. No kidding! All you have to do is tell him what type
of ride you'd like to do and for how long and he'll plan the route, arrange
for accommodations, and if he thinks you're on the level he may even share
with you one of his secret fishing holes. If you're worried about how to get
your ride from your garage to the barren south-west, don't be. He's already
got one set up for you -- a Suzuki DR350 equipped with a few aftermarket
goodies to make your ride more enjoyable.

http://i1.tinypic.com/rtnb5g.jpg


This summer we got the opportunity to tag along with Nevada's foremost
off-road guide as he scouted some of the thousands of acres that make up his
back yard. Come spend a few days with us as we explore some of the best
off-road riding the West has to offer!

By Len Nelson, Off-Road Editor.


--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Matt Ernst is a mid-Atlantic native; he moved to Nevada in the early 1970s
where he worked in a zinc mine and began riding on weekends. Before long,
the lure and charm of the Nevada outback consumed his time and thoughts -
casual rides turned into week-long excursions.

http://i1.tinypic.com/rtnbet.jpg

Matt recognized the need for
a tour guide in this rough country, so with his local knowledge, he created
Nevada Motorcycle Adventures. Along with playing businessman, Matt doubles
as driver, tour guide, Emergency Medical Technician, socialite, mechanic,
historian, cook and environmentalist among other things. He's also a heck of
a nice guy.

http://i1.tinypic.com/rsa5ba.jpg

Matt turned 40 years old just the day before we set out to ride. While his
maturity is evident in the way he runs his business, don't be fooled -- he
knows how to have a good time and will do his very best ensure that you do
too. Matt's business is headquartered in his home. Upon entering, it becomes
immediately apparent that he's serious about what he does. Oversize maps
blanket every wall; lines drawn in colored ink trace routes from his past
trips. Points of interest are marked by push-pins with brightly colored
heads. A 200,000 mile award from BMW hangs from a nail in the wall; he
hasn't had the time to send out the paperwork for his 300,000 mile award
yet. Riding gear, medical kits, radios and tool pouches are neatly stacked
on shelves in readiness for hasty departures.

http://i1.tinypic.com/rsa5hx.jpg

Nevada's wide open plains offer a sense of freedom you'll never find in any city or town.
If you're agoraphobic, bring your medicine or better yet stay home. For the
rest of us the catharsis starts here; all thoughts of home and unfinished
business lose their importance. You can put your watch away - you've got no
place to be and plenty of time to get there. You understand why you came
here once you start paying attention to the beauty that surrounds you.

http://i1.tinypic.com/rsbgir.jpg


Before long, we're standing at the base of a mountain range ready to ride. A
two-track trail sneaks off into the hills. Snowcapped peaks paint the
background and an ornate palette of trickling water, sagebrush, unusual rock
formations, and a scattering of logs dried by the sun are in plain view. A
childlike enthusiasm takes hold and we can't wait to get going.


http://i1.tinypic.com/rsbh1x.jpg


If you're thinking a Suzuki's DR350 is just a little too wimpy for an
outback adventure like this, think again. Amenities such as an electric
start are worth their weight in beef jerky; no one wants to spend their
afternoon trying to make peace with a flooded 4-stroke that won't start -
especially when you're armed with only a kick starter and a manual
compression release. The bikes are bone stock except for Acerbis
extra-capacity gas tanks, and after-market aluminum chain guards. Matt also
installed Acerbis Rally hand guards on all his machines; previous complaints
stemming from the DR's stock brush guards should be no more. The new
hardware should have no trouble protecting hands from the rugged plant life
you're bound to encounter. Once you pilot the Suzuki thumper through the
thick and thin of Nevada, even for just a few hours, you can't help but
acknowledge that it's perfectly suited for this application. A twist of the
throttle brings the smooth motor to a rumbling growl. Power delivery is
smooth and predictable. Sitting on the bike is like settling into the
cockpit of a tank. You feel confident rolling across the high desert floor,
as if no harm can come to you.


http://i1.tinypic.com/rsbhao.jpg

A particularly brutal winter has managed to cause accessibility problems
with many trails this year. Warm days often result in raging streams and
flooding as the snow from nearby mountain peaks melts away. Although it's
the middle of June a few trails are still covered with impassable snow
drifts! Our first day is a light one as far as riding is concerned. We spend
time getting accustomed to the terrain and the bikes; no one wants to start
their week off with an injury. Besides, the views are so spectacular you'll
need time to stop and breathe it all in. Riding out here can be dangerous,
not because of the difficulty of the trails, but because you have to fight
the urge to gape at the breath-taking scenery.

http://i1.tinypic.com/rsbjo4.jpg


Today we make several stream crossings, scale rock-covered hillsides, and
sputter through small forests of Cottonwood. The rich dark soil, roots and
tree shade act as a reminder of what it's like to ride back in the
Northeast - not at all what we expected.

After riding for a while we make a side-trip to a rustic mining town for
some refreshments. Settled in 1862, the town was once home to a thriving
mining industry with 11 mills operating simultaneously. While mining isn't
dead, business has slowed down. Some of the town's old buildings have begun
to show signs of decay, adding to the charm of this rustic gem. Some say the
town we were in is on its way to becoming a ghost town, but a steady flow of
visitors is keeping the town alive. We wouldn't miss stopping in at the
town's only café if we came back. The food is good and the conversation is
even better.

While fine accommodations can be had in many towns, we opted for some fresh
air our first night. We made camp next to one of the many secluded
hot-springs that are scattered throughout the area. Hot water, rich in
sulfur, rises from the depths of the earth. Steam caused by the cool night
air is playfully whisked away by gentle breezes. A makeshift pool has been
constructed by someone who took the time to dig a large hole in the ground.
The temperature of the pool can be regulated by placing or removing sandbags
from a trough leading from the bubbling source. At another spring down the
road, we spend a few moments talking to a former truck operator who claims
to have a bad back; he swears that a soak in the tub helps him more than any
medicine his doctors have prescribed.

As one of the most picturesque sunsets you could imagine disappears over one
horizon, a full moon beams brightly from the other. We start a fire with
some dead sagebrush collected from alongside the road. When burned, dried
sage releases such a fine smoke that you can almost breath it without
discomfort. Food cooked over the flames takes on the flavor, making even
re-fried beans taste extraordinary. The temperature quickly drops making the
comfort of a sleeping bag seem more like a bed at a four-star hotel. Bats
flutter about in the moonlit sky hurling themselves at insects. The
dwindling fire pops and crackles a few last breathes.

The next morning, Matt cooks up some breakfast and coffee before our ride.
Today we do some hiking and explore a cave containing Petroglyphs --
drawings that date back to 1000 B.C. carved in stone by Native Americans.
Traveling further away from civilization we stop to take pictures of an
abandoned ranch.



After a busy morning, I was content to just casually roll across the
landscape that afternoon. We spend another evening camping out next to a
different, yet equally magnificent, hot spring. As I soak for a few hours,
exhausted from a long day, I can almost hear the sounds of horse's hooves
cantering across the land, Indians howling, dogs barking, cattle ranchers.
Several days of listening to Matt's historical narratives left colorful
images of what it must have been like to live back then.

The next couple of days are spent riding the varied terrain, rising then
falling, the temperature changing with the hour and altitude. A nice thing
about the Suzuki dual-sport is their fairly quiet exhaust note; several
times we were able to sneak up on wild horses grazing.

http://i1.tinypic.com/rsbhoi.jpg


We pass several abandoned gold and silver mines, this one had ore-cars still
intact. Almost 100 feet from the ground, Matt carefully wheels his bike out
onto a creaky old ore-loading station. I stood a safe distance on solid
ground. The gold fever of the past is still alive and kicking in Nevada. We
come across an active mine where gold is being extracted by spraying cyanide
and water on finely ground ore. Not exactly the most environmentally
friendly process?

http://i1.tinypic.com/rsa629.jpg


Getting lost is easy out here. Once you get into the mountains there are
virtually no signs, people or places to fuel up - you're on your own. Jeep
trails criss-cross one another - some leading to dead ends while others
develop into wide sand washes where you can really get moving. Cactus and
wildflowers of red, white and pink grow haphazardly along the trail. At the
higher elevations we ride paths that have cliffs only a few feet from the
edge. Pine trees and gigantic pine cones are prolific up here.


http://i1.tinypic.com/rsa6bo.jpg


The lowlands consist of long two-track roads with occasional whoop-dee-do
sections that meander through and around cattle ranches. The dust isn't so
bad but it's nice to be at the front of the pack when cruising down these
trails. Most ranchers are cool about letting people cross their property
providing the privilege isn't abused. Don't litter, scare the cattle, or
leave the gates open. Matt makes every effort to get to know these friendly
folks. Besides being good PR, you never know if the owner of the property
you're on may have had a bad experience with bikers in the past; there's no
sense in getting shot at by a fed-up rancher with a "talking iron."





Hidden in the brush we see skeletons of livestock. An occasional rattlesnake
disappears into the protective tangles of a sagebrush plant. At one time an
angry Brahman begins to grunt at us; he roughs up the ground with his hoof
and others join him. We high-tail it out of the area not wanting to learn
their plans for us. As we were running, we come upon a large crater, home to
a bubbling pool of hot water. Fortunately, the Suzuki's have good brakes!

http://i1.tinypic.com/rtn9d5.jpg

If you've been interested in doing a trip like this, but want to attempt it
on your own, think carefully for one moment. Is it really worth it? As we
see it, Matt is the only sensible alternative to exploring Nevada's country.
Not only will he take you directly to cool points of interest and the best
places to go riding, but he has respect for the land, people and culture.

http://i1.tinypic.com/rtn95w.jpg

Matt has a stake in this area of the country. In a way, he's one of the many
caretakers of the land, he wants to preserve it, show people how beautiful
it is and how it should be respected. Matt's DR's proved reliable, torquey,
comfortable, fun, and easy to ride. And they're quiet. They're adequately
powerful, yet the rear tire won't shred everything that crosses its path,
and they don't spew clouds of blue exhaust or burn excessive amounts of
fuel. The DR is environmentally friendly in every way - just the kind of
bike riders need to keep public lands open.

http://i1.tinypic.com/rtn8n8.jpg


Before leaving for home we spent our final day participating in the
Denxgrosnez Festival (pronounced Doo-gra-nay) which features food, drinks,
music, belly dancing, several antique bikes and climaxes with a bicycle race
around the city. There are ghost towns to see, the Ichthyosaur State Park
(which contains over 1000 acres of fossilized reptile remains, some up to 50
feet long), parts of the former pony express trail, fishing (a local sport
shop told us trout were being snatched up with nymphs and worms), and a few
cat houses here and there (prostitution is legal in certain parts of the
state). All in all, there is just way too much stuff to see in one week.
Looks like we'll have to come back again next year!

[RED]

Well what would a DSRL trip to LV be w/o the HBIC???
WHOO HOO!!! U know I'm there!!!

[Shakey75]

Wait, I didn't know this trip invovled being able to rent rides. I'm considereing it now!

[nickatnite]

Wait, I didn't know this trip invovled being able to rent rides. I'm considereing it now!


OH HELL YEAH......

Did you think we were gonna sit by the pool and pull our puds while the women shop?

stunter pleez......

[scootertrash]

Feel free to reschedule your wedding and cancel your B-day & anniversary partys. You do not want to miss this DSRL event.

Why do I think this was aimed at me?

[Juice]

Wait, let me see if I can find that whipped smiley. Shit I don't have one yet.:D




Feel free to reschedule your wedding and cancel your B-day & anniversary partys. You do not want to miss this DSRL event.

Why do I think this was aimed at me?

[scootertrash]

How much are the dual sport rides? I am budgeting, to bad this is the week before my wedding.

[Juice]

A guided desert tour is roughly $175 per person, bike rental included.



How much are the dual sport rides? I am budgeting, to bad this is the week before my wedding.

[scootertrash]

That's not to bad, now just the fact this is a week before my wedding. The odd's aren't in my favor no cool event's on this site! And if I went, I think she would rather go ride than shop for shoes.

[Juice]

If any ladies decide that they want to hang with us boys there are atv rentals avaliable also.

[RED]

Wait, I didn't know this trip invovled being able to rent rides. I'm considereing it now!
I only told you that like ten times!!

[BOILERMAN]

Vacation request sent. It's on like a pot of neck bones....

[Craig]

Faaaak, I think I will be in Orlanda during this .... you guys and girls have fun now!

[RED]

Faaaak, I think I will be in Orlanda during this .... you guys and girls have fun now!
Excuses, excuses, sorry u r gonna miss out on the BEST time of ur ENTIRE life!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[monkey's_love]

Craig are you going to sit on the mouse with the big ears lap?


Faaaak, I think I will be in Orlanda during this .... you guys and girls have fun now!

[RED]

Craig are you going to sit on the mouse with the big ears lap?
If so, he better get a picture of that!!

[Drivin&Cryin]

How man people do you have committed Juice? I am very interested.

[Juice]

I got about 12 that are interested. I got a for sure definite number of 5, If we booked tomorrow,



How man people do you have committed Juice? I am very interested.

[RED]

I just got an invite to room w/ someone. The only hint I'll give is there will be more pie in our room then in any of the other rooms!!
Pie, it does the body good!!

[Juice]

Rach is going with us?

[RED]

Rach is going with us?
That be's the rumor straight from the source herself!!
Oh I'm gonna be gettin into so much trouble come September!!
Thank God, LV has that strict policy, what happens in Vegas, STAYS in Vegas!!
I guess Rach felt sorry for me & decided I needed a partner in crime!!
This trip just gets better & better!!
I SO CAN NOT FREAKIN WAIT!!!!!!!!!

[Rocky]

Don't count me out. I should know something by mid April. Man, I would hate to miss this one.

[scootertrash]

I would be ridin bikes by day, drinking an fuggin whores at night.... damn I need to go.....

[RED]

I would be ridin bikes by day, drinking an fuggin whores at night.... damn I need to go.....
Well it is right before ur wedding & I am in charge of putting ur bachelor party together, I'm thinking bachelor party in LV would be the ultiment bachelor party!!
I don't know about gettin u whores to play w/, u on ur own there, but I can dam sure get u a lap dance from an exotic dancer or two!!

[Shakey75]

I would be ridin bikes by day, drinking an fuggin whores at night.... damn I need to go.....
Bunny Ranch buddy! Woohoo!

[RED]

I'm seeing right now, I'm gonna be drinking alot, shopping alot, spending alot, out of control alot!!
Welcome to my get away!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Aggghhhhh!! Just be glad I won't be doin everything I've been accused of!!!
Shhhessshh, that would take yrs anyway!!!!
But I just might, oh yes, just might do a lil somethin I've been accused of, hell already been accused of it so what do I have to lose?
I can see right freakin now 6 mos is gonna be the changing of my wonderful life!!
Oh well was a Saint for long enough, time to move on!!!!
Sheesshh, couldn't even spell changing right had to edit it, I'll get that right by Sept.!! Cause uhh, life, it's a changing honey!!

[scootertrash]

Well it is right before ur wedding & I am in charge of putting ur bachelor party together, I'm thinking bachelor party in LV would be the ultiment bachelor party!!
I don't know about gettin u whores to play w/, u on ur own there, but I can dam sure get u a lap dance from an exotic dancer or two!!


Hmmmm bachelor party in the land of lost wages? Ohhhhhh man, this might be my last lil gallop/adventure by myself!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :eek:

[nickatnite]

Bunny Ranch buddy! Woohoo!

I need to see if Isabella Soprano will be working then.....

If so, ya'll can say I got lost on the DS ride....

[Pentabilly]

I'm not positive yet, but once I saw those pics of the mountains I was drooling. I've been daydreaming about sliding around those curves!

[Pentabilly]

Hey Juice, do you know what kind of 4 wheeler they rent? Is it a sport or a quad?? Size??

[Juice]

I cant' find any info on the Quads only the bikes. These are the bikes that will be available. I will ask about the quads when I get the pricing.


Motorcycles

Suzuki DR-Z 400S
Husqvarna TE 250 (available mid February 2006 for additional fee)
Husqvarna TE 450 (available mid February 2006 for additional fee)
Honda CRF 230F (green Sticker bike)
Yamaha TTR 125L (green Sticker bike)








Hey Juice, do you know what kind of 4 wheeler they rent? Is it a sport or a quad?? Size??

[Pentabilly]

I cant' find any info on the Quads only the bikes. These are the bikes that will be available. I will ask about the quads when I get the pricing.

Okay

[scootertrash]

Husky's would be my choice! Damn cool bike!

[Juice]

You guys getting your shit together? Only 28 days till we book the flights. The hotel will be booked mid July.

[RED]

Yes Sir, Juice, got my shit together ever since the week u asked me to go!
I can not wait, in my calendar I have it counted down by the weeks!
I think if my other friends hear me say "I can't wait to go to Vegas", one more time, u might have to give someone else my plane ticket & hotel key, cuz they're gonna kill me!! Oh Well they're just jealous.......and u know what else?? Their asses aren't goin to Vegas & mine is!
Lookin so forward to having this experience w/ y'all & gettin away from the BS in Louisiana!!

[Katy]

oh wait, my post didnt show up... i was saying my sister works for american, she can probably hook yall up with a reduced rate if yall get a group together

[Juice]

That would be cool. We also have a $300 voucher from american that we need to redeem. Make a call and let me know if she can help us out.....

[Katy]

about how many are you expecting to attend so i can give her an idea of the size of the group?

[Juice]

so far about 10

[Rocky]

Don't forget about me. I should know something in about a week or so.

[Katy]

well i have sent the message to my sis re: discounted flights, but she is in switzerland at the moment, so when she gets back, Ill let yall know.

[Katy]

ok guys. sorry, but my sister said she doesnt yet have enough seniority in the company to extend discounts/promotions to non family members or non-designated companions... sorry to get your hopes up...

[nickatnite]

asdf

[Katy]

asdf

geesh soooRRY! just trying to help some folks out, but guess i wasnt of much help at all... asdf yourself!

[nickatnite]

Whipo Whipo Whipo

This ain't Greg you dealing with here. I'm not THAT whipped....

[Katy]

Whipo Whipo Whipo

This ain't Greg you dealing with here. I'm not THAT whipped....

hes not whipped, he just knows a goddess when he sees one :)

[Juice]

Bump 18 Days till Airfare is Due................

[BOILERMAN]

Bump 18 Days till Airfare is Due................


How much?

[Juice]

as of today $348 per person Roundtrip

8:00 am Depart New Orleans (MSY)
Arrive Las Vegas (LAS) 12:05 pm Thu 21-Sep
Duration: 6hr 5mn United 812







How much?

[RED]

So who's goin, so far I know it's
Nick
Jules
Lance
Rhea
Juice
Nicole
Me

I just want to say for the record, right here, right now, in front of God & everyone, 2 weeks before airline money is due...........................
Please don't get ur hopes up that I will be any less wild in Vegas than I am anywhere we've gone out in Louisiana!!

I haven't had a vacation in 3 yrs, will be 3 1/2 yrs by then & I refuse to spend it sitting around like a bump on a log!! I get one night off from kids & all other responsibilities about once every 3 mos!!
This vacation alone will be equal to more time off then I get in a given yr!

Vacation is about cutting up, being carefree, laughing, creating life long memories & making the most it!! Otherwise what's the point??

I can not wait & I couldn't be going w/ a better group of ppl!!

[RED]

OH JUICE...................................
Tell ur people's airfare due 1 week from today!!!!!!!!!!
2 days, 19 weeks till we fly out!!!

Yes, I know I sound like the one w/ all the kids who hasn't gotten away in awhile, well that's because, that's EXACTLY who I am!!

Oh & for all of u who aren't goin, when we get back home (Dam we have to come back) and post pics, I so don't want to hear, oh looks like y'all had a great time, wish I would have made it, maybe next yr, blah!!

Life is what's happeneing today (and will really be happening in 2 days, 19 weeks)!!

[Juice]

Ok guys, Slight change of plans. We have ran across a few issues with the airline reservations. Everyone can’t seem to get on the same page concerning flight times. Nick and I both have vouchers on different airlines. As of now everyone is responsible of taking care of there own flight details. I am still going to book the hotel to insure that our rooms are together.

[nickatnite]

When do you want the money for the hotel? I can gie it to you today...

[Juice]

No. Hurry Nick. I'm not going to book the Hotel till about mid to late June. We do need to book our show tix about 2-3 months early also. KÀ Cirque du Soleil sells out months in advance. Tell Jules to click the link below and let me know what she wants to see, Nicole and I have seen them all so we can do whatever you guys want. If she is not sure I can recommend the best.


Las Vegas Shows (http://lasvegas.com/shows/?vc1=1&vc2=txtl_txt_shw_2b)




When do you want the money for the hotel? I can gie it to you today...

[Pentabilly]

Errrr....Head Bang Head Bang

[Shakey75]

Errrr....Head Bang Head Bang
We'll have a "peeps not going to LV" DSRL party while they're gone. :D lol!

[Ritten]

Juice, do ya'll have any idea what time ya'll are trying to leave on Sunday to head back home? Early flight, mid-day, late? I've been looking at routes and distances and I think I can make it home before Tuesday night pretty easily on the bike.

I'll come in from offshore a week before you guys leave, so I'm thinking of just going visit the Grand Canyon and check out Death Valley the weekend before and then meet up with ya'll in Vegas for the following weekend.

[Rocky]

I want to make this trip...........................

[Juice]

Flight home is early Sunday morning. If you show up on the GS we will have to rent some harley's and head west or north................


You can do it?





Juice, do ya'll have any idea what time ya'll are trying to leave on Sunday to head back home? Early flight, mid-day, late? I've been looking at routes and distances and I think I can make it home before Tuesday night pretty easily on the bike.

I'll come in from offshore a week before you guys leave, so I'm thinking of just going visit the Grand Canyon and check out Death Valley the weekend before and then meet up with ya'll in Vegas for the following weekend.

[Ritten]

Flight home is early Sunday morning. If you shouw up on the GS we will have to rent some harley's and head west or north................


You can do it?


I've been needing a good excuse to go explore the desert out west. Seems to me like a great time to do it right? The guided dual-sport rides sound like it would be worth the trip just for that!! I'll have a definative yes or no when I get back from Mexico, but let me know if there is anything I need to book (hotel room, tour, show, etc) before May 31st.

It's all going to depend on how much prep. I need for Horizons Unlimited in October back down in Mexico. I'll only have 5 days at home between these two trips......Cool12

[Juice]

Dude you are hard core....Thumbs up

I am going to take care of the hotel and show reservations in late June. We don't need a definite answer till then. It would be awesome if you can make it.






I've been needing a good excuse to go explore the desert out west. Seems to me like a great time to do it right? The guided dual-sport rides sound like it would be worth the trip just for that!! I'll have a definative yes or no when I get back from Mexico, but let me know if there is anything I need to book (hotel room, tour, show, etc) before May 31st.

It's all going to depend on how much prep. I need for Horizons Unlimited in October back down in Mexico. I'll only have 5 days at home between these two trips......Cool12

[Save-the-Manatee]

You guys are twisting my arm. You know that?

[Juice]

Bring it. What else you got to do?



You guys are twisting my arm. You know that?

[RED]

Ok, so Juice what is the time on ur voucher?? I had already told Nicole I was gonna come stay the night at ur house the night before & leave w/ y'all to go to the airport.

[dannyt]

Youre invited...

All you need to being is a bathing suit and bail money....

i got a thong...can I come???

[Juice]

Myself, Nick and the girls are booked. Air fare is as high as a giraffes ass right now. $490 a seat. Whats the word Ted?

[Save-the-Manatee]

I just got a price from expedia........$770 round trip on Delta out of Miami....... That is insane!

[Ritten]

Myself, Nick and the girls are booked. Air fare is as high as a giraffes ass right now. $490 a seat. Whats the word Ted?


F' it.....I'm in. I'll be making it as a ride though, going over there 8 days before you guys and make a few pit stops along the way.......Grand Canyon, Death Valley (the real one), and some of the little "must sees" between each. What's yet to be decided is if I'm going to do it on the bike, or take the Tacoma and do some 4 wheelin.

Hey Kevin......you wanted to know when my next trip will be, well, sign up and we'll certainly take the bikes!!

Juice, just let me know what I need to book a room, shows, dual-sport rental, etc...
B.&b

[scootertrash]

Man this sucks, if I wasn't getting married the week after this I would be in like Flynn! Bable12



F' it.....I'm in. I'll be making it as a ride though, going over there 8 days before you guys and make a few pit stops along the way.......Grand Canyon, Death Valley (the real one), and some of the little "must sees" between each. What's yet to be decided is if I'm going to do it on the bike, or take the Tacoma and do some 4 wheelin.

Hey Kevin......you wanted to know when my next trip will be, well, sign up and we'll certainly take the bikes!!

Juice, just let me know what I need to book a room, shows, dual-sport rental, etc...
B.&b

[Juice]

Hey Ted

Me and nick was talking about renting some street bike and maybe riding over the L.A. for the day.

[Ritten]

Hey Ted

Me and nick was talking about renting some street bike and maybe riding over the L.A. for the day.

Instead of the d/s offroad guided ride, or in addition to? Either way, sounds like fun!!

[Juice]

What do you think Nick? I would really like to do both, time permitting. We are only going to be there 3 days. We might have to settle for one or the other. I would really like to see Venice beach and the sunset strip. We will talk about it when you get home.



Instead of the d/s offroad guided ride, or in addition to? Either way, sounds like fun!!

[Ritten]

What do you think Nick? I would really like to do both, time permitting. We are only going to be there 3 days. We might have to settle for one or the other. I would really like to see Venice beach and the sunset strip. We will talk about it when you get home.


It's 289miles from Vegas to Venice, so you can figure a 5 hour ride one way at least. If we were to go there for a night, then it might not be that bad, but to do a round trip in one day, twice through the middle of LA, you're talking about a FULL day. Leave at 5am....get there just before lunch......leave around 2pm and be back to the hotel around 7 or 8. It's do-able, if we don't get caught for any period of time in traffic.

It would be cool to consider this a coast to coast ride for me though. Gulf coast to the west coast..............and back.Cool12

[nickatnite]

It's 289miles from Vegas to Venice, so you can figure a 5 hour ride one way at least. If we were to go there for a night, then it might not be that bad, but to do a round trip in one day, twice through the middle of LA, you're talking about a FULL day. Leave at 5am....get there just before lunch......leave around 2pm and be back to the hotel around 7 or 8. It's do-able, if we don't get caught for any period of time in traffic.

It would be cool to consider this a coast to coast ride for me though. Gulf coast to the west coast..............and back.Cool12

Ted that is going to be my delimma now for the C2C ride. I'm allotted 10 days. Juice and I discussed Hauling the bikes to point A (we each take turns driving non stop) then from there, west coast and up and around and down. If you wanna kinda plan like mine, you and I can break off somewhere around Arkansas/Tenn and head home..


As far as teh LA thing, we gotta remember that the girls are going to be with us and right now, Jules was pretty maxed out at 325-350 miles on the beemer..

I still think DS through the mountains would be cool..

[Ritten]

Ted that is going to be my delimma now for the C2C ride. I'm allotted 10 days. Juice and I discussed Hauling the bikes to point A (we each take turns driving non stop) then from there, west coast and up and around and down. If you wanna kinda plan like mine, you and I can break off somewhere around Arkansas/Tenn and head home..


Understood. As of right now, I'm not planning to make any leg of the C2C ride. Most of my 07 summer will be preping for the Alaska ride that July/August.

[Juice]

http://i3.tinypic.com/166wr9h.jpg



The Paris Hotel Update.

I plan to book in Mid July


Hotel: Paris Las Vegas
Room Type: Standard
Check In: Thursday, September 14 2006
Check Out: Sunday, September 17 2006
Nights: 3

Room1 Guests: 2 adults
Room rate 09/14 : $199.85
Room rate 09/15 : $229.98
Room rate 09/16 : $260.11
Taxes & fees (per night): $31.93
Total: $785.73

Room2 Guests: 2 adults
Room rate 09/14 : $199.85
Room rate 09/15 : $229.98
Room rate 09/16 : $260.11
Taxes & fees (per night): $31.93
Total: $785.73

Room3 Guests: 1 adult
Room rate 09/14 : $199.85
Room rate 09/15 : $229.98
Room rate 09/16 : $260.11
Taxes & fees (per night): $31.93
Total: $785.73

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Total: $2,357.20

[Juice]

http://i5.tinypic.com/166wrvm.jpg


Hotel: Luxor
Room Type: Tower
Check In: Thursday, September 14 2006
Check Out: Sunday, September 17 2006
Nights: 3

Room1 Guests: 2 adults
Room rate 09/14 : $140.40
Room rate 09/15 : $230.67
Room rate 09/16 : $240.70
Taxes & fees (per night): $28.72
Total: $697.94

Room2 Guests: 2 adults
Room rate 09/14 : $140.40
Room rate 09/15 : $230.67
Room rate 09/16 : $240.70
Taxes & fees (per night): $28.72
Total: $697.94

Room3 Guests: 1 adult
Room rate 09/14 : $140.40
Room rate 09/15 : $230.67
Room rate 09/16 : $240.70
Taxes & fees (per night): $28.72
Total: $697.94

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Total: $2,093.81

[Juice]

http://i4.tinypic.com/166wv0k.jpg



Hotel: Mandalay Bay
Room Type: Standard
Check In: Thursday, September 14 2006
Check Out: Sunday, September 17 2006
Nights: 3

Room1 Guests: 2 adults
Room rate 09/14 : $190.52
Room rate 09/15 : $280.79
Room rate 09/16 : $330.94
Taxes & fees (per night): $37.67
Total: $915.25

Room2 Guests: 2 adults
Room rate 09/14 : $190.52
Room rate 09/15 : $280.79
Room rate 09/16 : $330.94
Taxes & fees (per night): $37.67
Total: $915.25

Room3 Guests: 1 adult
Room rate 09/14 : $190.52
Room rate 09/15 : $280.79
Room rate 09/16 : $330.94
Taxes & fees (per night): $37.67
Total: $915.25

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Total: $2,745.74

[Juice]

http://i4.tinypic.com/166wrkm.jpg


Hotel: Stratosphere
Room Type: Standard Tower
Check In: Thursday, September 14 2006
Check Out: Sunday, September 17 2006
Nights: 3

Room1 Guests: 2 adults
Room rate 09/14 : $44.95
Room rate 09/15 : $99.95
Room rate 09/16 : $99.95
Taxes & fees (per night): $10.91
Total: $277.57

Room2 Guests: 2 adults
Room rate 09/14 : $44.95
Room rate 09/15 : $99.95
Room rate 09/16 : $99.95
Taxes & fees (per night): $10.91
Total: $277.57

Room3 Guests: 1 adult
Room rate 09/14 : $44.95
Room rate 09/15 : $99.95
Room rate 09/16 : $99.95
Taxes & fees (per night): $10.91
Total: $277.57

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Total: $832.71

[nickatnite]

So which one are we gonn stay in? I really don't give a shit as long as they can give me a wake-up call to my cell phone....


DO I need to give you some money tonight?

[Juice]

The Strat is a cool place. I think it is the tallest tower in the United States. The Location is its only drawback. It is at the north end of the strip and it sits almost alone. There is no good strip access from the hotel. Meaning everywhere we go we will take a cab. That is why it is $500 less then the others. The Mandalay bay & the Luxor are on the other end of the strip near the airport. But there are trams and trains that connect everything on that end of the strip. The Paris is in dead center of the strip. My number one choice. But man I could use that extra $500 in the poker rooms. What do you guys think? Ted speak up? I really don't care one way or the other.

[Ritten]

Murphy's Law has potentially screwed my schedule. We're going to be getting a new company man (hurry Murry) is coming to the rig next month and bringing his faithful mud engineer along with him. When the dust settles I'm not sure if I'm going to be on the same hitch that I am now. I'm more than willing to put money down on a room as long as it's refundable within a few weeks before we go.

That said, I'm good with whichever hotel ya'll want to go with. If I were by myself I'd probably go with one of the cheaper choices and just take a cab, but I'm not one to cut costs if it's worth it in convienience and fun.

[Juice]

Ted, We don't need to book until mid to late July. When do you think you will know something?



Murphy's Law has potentially screwed my schedule. We're going to be getting a new company man (hurry Murry) is coming to the rig next month and bringing his faithful mud engineer along with him. When the dust settles I'm not sure if I'm going to be on the same hitch that I am now. I'm more than willing to put money down on a room as long as it's refundable within a few weeks before we go.

That said, I'm good with whichever hotel ya'll want to go with. If I were by myself I'd probably go with one of the cheaper choices and just take a cab, but I'm not one to cut costs if it's worth it in convienience and fun.

[Ritten]

Hopefully within the next few weeks. I may end up having to not schedule anything and just do it all myself the month before. Do you think rooms can be found a few weeks before the trip?

[Juice]

Dude, three are over 1 million rooms for rent in Las Vegas. You would not have a problem finding a room, But show tickets is another story.




Hopefully within the next few weeks. I may end up having to not schedule anything and just do it all myself the month before. Do you think rooms can be found a few weeks before the trip?

[Juice]

Nick.


You ready to book?

[Juice]

We are booked.......It's going to be one hell of a good time.

[Juice]

304 mile loop through the Mojave National Preserve Via Las Vegas, Nevada

Gas stops in the desert qwer

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/15954949-L.jpg

[weave]

Did you check out the ring of fire loop?

[Juice]

qwer I have heard of the Valley of fire?



Did you check out the ring of fire loop?

[weave]

Sometimes I get confused...... Valley Its been about 30 yrs since I was out there

[Juice]

I have been going every year for the past 15 years, but have never really ventured outside the city limits on my own. I have been getting a ton of help from the Adv guys. I can't wait till September, It's going to be a blast.......




Sometimes I get confused...... Valley Its been about 30 yrs since I was out there

[nickatnite]

This is what I lined us up with...

R 1200 RT.....

http://i2.tinypic.com/200e804.jpg

[Rocky]

That Biotch is F"N SWEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEET!




This is what I lined us up with...

R 1200 RT.....

http://i2.tinypic.com/200e804.jpg

[Juice]

45 days and counting to "Ground Zero"

[Ritten]

43 days!!! I just booked my room. Looks like I'll be preping the GS for another desert ride here shortly.

[Juice]

Valley of Fire (http://www.sunsetcities.com/valleyoffire.html)




Did you check out the ring of fire loop?

[Ritten]

Dude, this is going to be one KICK ASS trip!!

[Juice]

Mt Charleston (http://www.sunsetcities.com/mt-charleston.html)

[Juice]

Death Valley (http://www.sunsetcities.com/deathvalley/deathvalley.html)

[BOILERMAN]

Dumb question but where are ya'll staying? I plan on booking my airfare and room tommorrow.

[Juice]

We are staying at the Strat Lance.



Dumb question but where are ya'll staying? I plan on booking my airfare and room tommorrow.

[BOILERMAN]

$1000. done 3 nights with airfare.

[Juice]

Nick post up a link or a number for the Bike Rental. Just in case we pry Lance away from the Hold em table for a day.

[Juice]

35 Days Whoooo Hooooo

[nickatnite]

BMW Las Vegas...

702-454-6269

www.bmwoflasvegas.com is their website.
I spoke with Lindsey Russie.

I got 2 - RT's on rent. They were supposed to have 2- GS' and 1 - LT for rent.

[scootertrash]

I am trying to tie up some loose ends... and if all goes well I might be out there with you fawkers.....

[Juice]

Stop your bitching and do whatever it is that you have to do to make Las Vegas a reality.........Lets RIDE!!!!!!!!!!!!rocket.ride




I am trying to tie up some loose ends... and if all goes well I might be out there with you fawkers.....

[Ritten]

Kev, if you can't fly and don't want to ride all the way out there, I'm not moraly grounded enough to rule out trailering two bikes up there. Just making sure you know that option is open as well.

[scootertrash]

Kev, if you can't fly and don't want to ride all the way out there, I'm not moraly grounded enough to rule out trailering two bikes up there. Just making sure you know that option is open as well.

Well since I dont' have to take all that time off for a honeymoon, I might try and get a bigger bike. Till then though it is still up in the air. But I appreciate the offer Ted.

[Juice]

Looks Like we might have picked up another rider...........Cool12 Saddle up Kev. Lets ride.

[scootertrash]

Shit! I think this will actually work. Atleast lookin at my calender. Few little things I will have to work out... but no big deal.. :)

[RED]

Ahhhh!! Y'all are killing me!!
See what doing the right things & putting everyone else first got me??
S-C-R-E-W-E-D!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I can't wait for the day that I can go all day w/o doing the right thing & w/o putting everyone else first & w/o beating myself up for putting myself first!!
Cause I'm gonna PAR-TEE, that day!!
By the way that will be the day hell freezes over!!
But if it came down to Kev getting the chance to go or me getting the chance to go, I'd want Kev to go, he deserves it!! So Kev I hope you get to go & party it up for me!!

[Juice]

Welcome to the Mojave desert preserve....August 21, 2006 local time is 12:26 and the temps are hovering around 126 degres....



http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/desert.JPG

[scootertrash]

Uh, where gonna be beef jerky riders from louisiana....... You don't sweat you just get salt deposits on your face.... I was stationed at 29 palms for awhile.

[Juice]

If you do not have a Camelbak go get one. At the lower altitudes around Mojave the temps should be around 100-105 in mid September. Lower 70's on top of Mt Charleston. Cold as hell when the sun goes down...........







Uh, where gonna be beef jerky riders from louisiana....... You don't sweat you just get salt deposits on your face.... I was stationed at 29 palms for awhile.

[Ritten]

If you do not have a Camel pack go get one. At the lower altitudes around Mojave the temps should be around 100-105 in mid September. Lower 70's on top of Mt Charleston. Cold as hell when the sun goes down...........



And cold as hell when you get back on the bike after being stopped for a while! I love riding in dry climates compared to Sowt Lewseeana.

Dito on the Camelbak or Platypus hydration systems, but I'd also recomend some kind of textile jacket with good ventilation, but NOT a full-mesh type. We'll be riding during the dry heat of the day which isn't too bad if you can keep the air off of your skin.

It looks like Kev and I will be able to carry some bike gear up there with us in the back of the truck (helmets and riding gear) for anyone who's looking to wear their own stuff instead of renting it. Most apparel will be put in garbage bags and strapped down hard, and helmets should be wrapped in bubble wrap (or use an old helmet that you don't mind if it gets nicked) and then tied in a garbage bag to help keep any rain off. I'm thinking of having a "tech day" down here at my house on the 10th or 11th of Sept. for anyone who wants to learn how to change tires, oil changes on a GS, or just general wrenching on your bike. I can get any gear from anyone going to Vegas then, or I should be around N.O. and B.R. in the few days preceeding that.

[Flying Low]

[QUOTE=RSTed1000] I'm thinking of having a "tech day" down here at my house on the 10th or 11th of Sept. for anyone who wants to learn how to change tires, oil changes on a GS, or just general wrenching on your bike. /QUOTE]


man, i'd love to join you for that tech day, but that's the weekend that i'll be in the town of "Lost Wages". its killing me that i'll be missing y'all by a few days. let me know if you want to do another tech day anytime in the future.

[Juice]

Here you go Kevin.......... Nothing wrong with just going to have a look at the Menu huh?



How do things work once I arrive at the ranch?

Upon arrival, you will be presented a lineup of the available ladies Now Appearing at the ranch, once you have been introduced to them you will be asked to make a selection or you may request the presence of the ladies in the Leghorn Bar.

Once you have selected a lady she will escort you to her bedroom where you and she will discuss activities and cost. Once you have reached an agreement the fun starts!


The world famous Chicken Ranch (http://www.chickenranchbrothel.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=106&Itemid=1)

[BOILERMAN]

Here you go Kevin.......... Nothing wrong with just going to have a look at the Menu huh?



How do things work once I arrive at the ranch?

Upon arrival, you will be presented a lineup of the available ladies Now Appearing at the ranch, once you have been introduced to them you will be asked to make a selection or you may request the presence of the ladies in the Leghorn Bar.

Once you have selected a lady she will escort you to her bedroom where you and she will discuss activities and cost. Once you have reached an agreement the fun starts!


The world famous Chicken Ranch (http://www.chickenranchbrothel.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=106&Itemid=1)



i have HBO too!


No man should pay for sex....He should get his the old fashion way. Get em drunk first... I remember seeing an add in a magazine once....Boone's Farm Strawberry Hill --Liquid panty remover since 1964.

[yankeegirl]

How do things work once I arrive at the ranch?
Upon arrival, you will be presented a lineup of the available ladies Now Appearing at the ranch, once you have been introduced to them you will be asked to make a selection or you may request the presence of the ladies in the Leghorn Bar.
Once you have selected a lady she will escort you to her bedroom where you and she will discuss activities and cost. Once you have reached an agreement the fun starts!

Sounds like you have reserved parking there, bud! hahahaa!!

[Juice]

14 Days and counting

[Juice]

Ted

You still driving? If so I am bringing mine and Nicks gear to the tech day to hitch a ride.

[Ritten]

Ted

You still driving? If so I am bringing mine and Nicks gear to the tech day to hitch a ride.


yyyyyyyyyyyup........I'm still driving. I got a set of ramps and made sure the bike would fit in the back of the truck. Bring it on!

[Juice]

Ok, Nick get with Jules and have her get all yalls gear together. I will pick it up Friday/Saturday.......




yyyyyyyyyyyup........I'm still driving. I got a set of ramps and made sure the bike would fit in the back of the truck. Bring it on!

[nickatnite]

Ok, Nick get with Jules and have her get all yalls gear together. I will pick it up Friday/Saturday.......

Already done...

Been working on the list in-between doing homework...

[RED]

Well, well, y'all are never gonna believe this!!
Thursday a really good friend of my boyfriend's calls him up, says that he & some of the guys are driving into LV from Cali next Friday!
So my boyfriend tells me about it, I tell him, "Baby you should go, I want you to go, you will have so much fun with them there." So Friday morning I get on the computer to show him how to book his flight.
Now keep in mind this was the weekend I was suppose to be going w/ y'all!
But I had some reasons a few mos ago for not going, mostly I just don't like to spend money on myself like that & at the time I had been helping other family members w/ unpredicted expenses.
So anyway, later on Fri my boyfriend says, "you should have booked you a ticket too, your friends will be there that weekend right?"
I was like, "they'll be there, but nah, I don't want your guy friends feeling like I'm invading the guy time, that's not fair to y'all."
So after we talked about it some & I made him promise me that he would spend some time w/ the guys w/o me, I booked my plane ticket & yes he even paid for it (we're still bumping heads over him not taking my money for my ticket).
So I'll be in LV some time after 6 PM, Friday!!
Sorry to break the news to you, but you'll see me there!! Darn just when y'all thought y'all were gonna get a break, huh??!!
Juice & Nicole, I'll be in touch w/ ya'll this week before y'all leave!!
Remember 2 things, what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas and we have so got to get one of those famous shocka pics taken while we're there!!

[nickatnite]

Elvis WILL meet the shocker.... Just hide and watch.

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/647701074_l.jpg

[Ritten]

Well, I guess this would be the only place to put a trip report since it's not yet a ride, and we've got so many of us involved in this one. I left this morning around 5am and pulled into Amarillo at 7:30pm. I forgot how long of a drive it is up here from Houma as it goes by faster on a bike.

The drive was pretty uneventful until I pulled over to take a piss on the side of a country road, got 50' down it, and realized that what I thought was dark gravel was actually soft mud. I rode down about 50 yards, drained the main vein, and decided to try and get out backwards since the road seemed too narrow to do a three point. Everything was going SLICK until the truck decided to slide sideways off the side into even softer mud. Now, it is a 4x4, but it still has the stock tires on it and I wasn't quite prepared to do this kind of mud riding just yet. We're not talking wet stuff.......this was the sticky, cakey kind of red clay. With a bit of rocking, a lot of sliding, and almost bottoming out, the tires finally found something hard underneath it all and I was able to get back to the highway. The truck is now red, with just a bit of black showing through! Pictures coming soon......for now I need some sleep.

[Craig]

I need to find a flight for this ... what have ya'll booked so far?


$438 is the best I've found so far ....

[Juice]

$438 is not to to bad considering gas prices. It will be over $500 after T.T.L. I paid $498 each for airfare 3 months ago. We got 3 nights at the Stratosphere and bike rentals from BMW of Las Vegas.






I need to find a flight for this ... what have ya'll booked so far?


$438 is the best I've found so far ....

[MWM]

I bet that a certain part of you was puckering when you started getting stuck! I pulled off the road on the beamer a couple of months ago to do the same thing and the darn thing ended up falling over and slightly down a hill. Over $1,000 in damage! I had a hard time getting it turned back over and I remember that pucker factor quite well................

Glad you got out! Have a much safer and drier rest of the trip!

Mike


Well, I guess this would be the only place to put a trip report since it's not yet a ride, and we've got so many of us involved in this one. I left this morning around 5am and pulled into Amarillo at 7:30pm. I forgot how long of a drive it is up here from Houma as it goes by faster on a bike.

The drive was pretty uneventful until I pulled over to take a piss on the side of a country road, got 50' down it, and realized that what I thought was dark gravel was actually soft mud. I rode down about 50 yards, drained the main vein, and decided to try and get out backwards since the road seemed too narrow to do a three point. Everything was going SLICK until the truck decided to slide sideways off the side into even softer mud. Now, it is a 4x4, but it still has the stock tires on it and I wasn't quite prepared to do this kind of mud riding just yet. We're not talking wet stuff.......this was the sticky, cakey kind of red clay. With a bit of rocking, a lot of sliding, and almost bottoming out, the tires finally found something hard underneath it all and I was able to get back to the highway. The truck is now red, with just a bit of black showing through! Pictures coming soon......for now I need some sleep.

[Craig]

http://www.bunnyranch.com/images/menu/menu_page_3.jpg

[scootertrash]

Hope you all enjoy yourselves! Don't drink to much.....lol

[Flying Low]

guys, have a great trip. i'm on my way back. actually, sitting in mccarran airport now, waiting on the flight to NOLA. i met the guys at LV BMW, great bunch of guys. i think y'all will enjoy working with them. have a great time down here, i did.

[Juice]

Hey Nick


KWNR's 4th Annual
Double Down Throwdown
Featuring Phil Vassar, SHeDaisy, Emerson Drive, Cross Canadian Ragweed, Megan Mullins
Saturday, September 16th
The Orleans

Double Down Throwdown is back! Tickets are on-sale now and are only $9.55! The first 3000 people that buy a ticket will also get a FREE ticket to the NASCAR Craftsmen Truck Race at the LVMS so get your tickets now!!!

[Juice]

I hope everyone has a safe flight. "CYA in Sin City."

[Ritten]

I'm here in Kingman, Arizona for the night, just south of Vegas. I'm beat after doing 75 miles offroad to get the sunset on the north rim of the grand canyon last night, sleeping in the truck, getting sunrise on the southwest rim, getting lost in a pumice refuge, seeing the meteor crater, and driving west again. Really, I'm looking forward to "slowing down" in Vegas!! Nick, forgive me if your bags are just a bit dusty, but when you see where they've gone, you'll understand why!

Here's just a few teasers to all of you who stayed at home instead of coming play in the desert...
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d71/Thetedeo/IMG_2003-2.jpg
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d71/Thetedeo/IMG_2013-2.jpg
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d71/Thetedeo/IMG_1988-2.jpg
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d71/Thetedeo/IMG_1889-2.jpg
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d71/Thetedeo/IMG_1837-2.jpg

I'm going to sleep in and drive up to Vegas sometime around lunch or a bit after. See ya'll tomorrow and have a safe flight!!!

[JayD]

Great shot Ted
the miniscule cars give you an idea of the vastness of the area

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d71/Thetedeo/IMG_1988-2.jpg

[scootertrash]

Damn it! Why couldn't I ride out there with Ted!

Oh yeah work..... looks like fun Ted, kick as pictures...

Everyone be safe and give the shocka to a stripper for Me..... :)

[nickatnite]

Well, first leg of the flight went well. No one went to jail. Currently sitting in Phoenix!!!

[Flying Low]

great pics Ted. thanks for sharing, man i wish i was out there again.

[weave]

Ted it looks Picture Perfect, you guys have fun,

[scootertrash]

Got a random call from Juice's better half last night, sounds like they are having fun. I am sure there will be some good pics floating around soon enough... Just alittle update for everyone..

[nickatnite]

Got a random call from Juice's better half last night, sounds like they are having fun. I am sure there will be some good pics floating around soon enough... Just alittle update for everyone..


I think we saw Elvis last night....

[Ritten]

Think?? I KNOW I saw elvis last night. In fact, the imprint of his blue suede shoes must still be what I'm feeling on my head.

[Juice]

I'm such a TEASE!!!!!!!!!!!! You fuggers are missing out.....

[Juice]

Bouldercity (http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/lasvid)

[Fitty]

DAMN! You ARE a tease! More, I want more!

[Juice]

A few more for a tease.


http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0872.jpg

[Juice]

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0909.jpg

[Juice]

Red Rock Canyon.

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0895.jpg

[Juice]

That is all for now. You will just have to wait for the ride report..


http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0920.jpg

[JayD]

Nice shots,

Looks kinda hot over there ;)

[Ritten]

Nice shots,

Looks kinda hot over there ;)


Try again.....it was in the mid-fifties this morning and by the time we were on the bikes and out riding it had warmed up to the mid-sixties. Absolutely GORGEOUS riding weather!!!!

[JayD]

I stand corrected,
I guess the arid, desert background gives you that impression Ted

Glad you guys had good weather Cool12

I'm a little worried about some of the high mountain passes in Colorado coming up in 4 weeks. I ain't skeered of cold but snows another matter

[Juice]

Guys

What is the weather like in BR? We are stuck in Vegas with canceled flights for the evening due to bad weather in the Dallas and BR Area's?

[SVTFreak]

Just cloudy and scattered showers atm. Its gonna get worse tonight and especially tomorrow before it gets better though.

I know how red assin' that can be. Good Luck!

[scootertrash]

Oh crap, stuck in Vegas.... your poor souls.....

[Flying Low]

great pics Juice. i can't wait for the ride report.

[nickatnite]

http://nickatnite225.smugmug.com/photos/96045688-L.jpg

My Alton Brown impersonation....

http://nickatnite225.smugmug.com/photos/96045238-L.jpg

[nickatnite]

The road to nowhere.....

http://nickatnite225.smugmug.com/photos/96045679-L.jpg

Finally, the road wound up in Kalifornia.....

http://nickatnite225.smugmug.com/photos/96046148-L.jpg

[Juice]

Attached are a few pictures from "The Nevada Experience". I am not even going to attempt a ride report. Some things are better left to the professionals. I am sure that Ted will have quite a few written stories to tell. Ted left Las Vegas with his GS loaded in the back of his Tacoma about 6 hours prior to our scheduled departure on American Airlines. After spending two days in Nevada and Texas airports, a rental car and a motel in Shreveport the wife and I finally made it home. Only a few hours ahead of Ted..


"peeonu" American Airlines





The view from the Stratosphere tower observatory 1,100 feet above the Last Vegas Strip. I have been up the tower probably 7-8 times over the past 10 years. Every trip to the top is a new experience. This view was worth the trip alone. We did not get to ride any of the rides due to the high winds. the winds were blowing at about 40 knots out of the west. I got a funny video of Ted showing the power of the winds and scaring some senior citizens. Keep your eyes open the video is to be hosted at a later date.


http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0835.jpg

Here is a shot of Nicole & Jules on top of the tower. Notice the Starbucks? She was on a BMW for two days and look what it did to her.

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0854.jpg


Our group minus me in front of the waterfall @ the Wynn Tower. Somebody had to take the picture

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMGP0071.JPG

This guy did a tattoo for me last year. I was so impressed with his work I went back to pay him a visit.

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMGP0064.JPG

[Juice]

I'm really not sure why bikers always take pics of the food they consume. Believe me when I tell you that this is only a small display of what we actually ate. If I would have took a picture of everything that I ate I would have run out of hard drive space.

The Breakfast of champions prime rib and a glazed donut.

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMGP0091.JPG

Some fancy smancy shrimp with a slab of filet

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMGP0080.JPG


Nicole had The Filet Mignon and Lobster

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMGP0082.JPG

And a 22 Oz Ribeye steak for Ted and myself.

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMGP0081.JPG

and for desert I Had some French ice cream (Gelati she said it was called?) I think this shit cost about $10.00 a scoop.....

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMGP0084.JPG

[Juice]

In the parking lot of BMW of Las Vegas. The Mighty BMW RT. I was very impressed with this bike. I haven't a single complaint. It had lots of power for such a big bike. There was lots of storage space and a 8 gallon fuel tank for some long distance travel. In The words of the wife "it's was like a sofa on wheels".


http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMGP0114.JPG

These pictures that I am about to share will never incorporate the beauty that this place holds. The desert has always been a place that held my attention hostage. I think I could spend a lifetime riding the desert and the four corners area.


The Scenic route in Southern Nevada heading west towards California. (The Widow maker Hwy 159)

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0879.jpg


A map of Red Rock Canyon's scenic loop posted outside the visitor center.

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0888.jpg

We stopped for a photo opportunity and this guys pulls up riding a silver Bandit 1200. He was quite the character. Lee was his name. Turns out that Lee was born and raised in chalmette but has been living in southern Nevada for the past 30 years. He was very animated and had us all laughing till our guts hurt. He gave us a quick history lesson of the area and the early native American culture. We also learned that the road that leads up to Red Rock Canyon (the road that we were traveling) was known to the locals as "The Widow Maker"

I think the Dark Side of the Moon patch on his worn leather jacket said it all.

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0882.jpg



Wild man Lee's Trusty Steed.

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0878.jpg

[Ritten]

Well, like Brian said, I finally made it home. I left Vegas at 7am Pacific time and arrived home 34 hours later at 7pm CST. That gave me 29 hours driving time and a 5 hour nap that I took in the truck while parked in a truckstop parking lot. The trip was FANTASTIC and I have to thank Juice, Nicole, Nick, and Jules for showing me how much fun it is to take a vacation with great friends again. I'll go ahead and put up a drive/trip/ride report in a day or so when I get some free time offshore.

(In best Elvis voice)........"Thank ya very muuuch"

[Fitty]

Great pics, and WELCOME HOME!

[Juice]

I think this is the only picture with us as a complete group. Thank you Wild Man Lee.

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0871.jpg


A Nice shot of the RT

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_09091.jpg


Ted on the Bluff

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0901.jpg


Me and The Wife

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_08951.jpg


Ted trying his hand at mountain climbing. As you can see he was unsuccessful in his attempt.

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0927.jpg

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0926.jpg

A shot from the canyon

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0925.jpg


Nicole and I think this is to be Joshia tree? Anybody?

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_09201.jpg

Myself

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0915.jpg


Nick and Jules


http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0911.jpg

[Juice]

For some crazy reason the first thing that came to mind after passing this saloon was craig......qwer lee told us that you can still see the bullet holes in the walls from the early rowdy settlers of the west. If these walls could talk what story's I bet they would tell.

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMGP0164.JPG


Here is a shot of Ted out front searhing for the road to the promised land. We would eventually find the enchanted land only to turn around after the road twisted up a mountain and the blacktop quickly turned to gravel. I could have swore that I saw a tear in Ted's eye as we turned around. And if his GS could talk I bet it was like WTF? What are you doing? This is what we came here for? What in the hell are we turning around for?




http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMGP0157.JPG



It wasn't all fun and games. We managed to tag California. It turned out to be not such a easy task. Thats 3 points closer in The race to fifty states.

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_09531.jpg


Here I claim Nevada for myself. After all it is a competition.

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0959.jpg





Las Vegas has been an annual event for me for the past 12 years. To you guys that could not make it. Get your shit in order and start making plans and arrangements for October of 2007. It will be here before you know it. If you have never had the opportunity to ride the four corners area you need to make it a top priority.

[scootertrash]

Cool pics looks like it was a good trip, sorry I had to miss it. Get rest Ted, and make a ride report......

[lytspeed1]

Head Bang What a friggin awesome trip......Great write up and pics! Made all of us that didn't go envious.......

[Flying Low]

thanks for sharing the pics Juice. i'm on pins and needles waiting on Ted's report. Hey Nick, where are your pics? I'd like to hear your comments too. Man, I'm still kicking myself for not renting a bike while i was up there.

[JayD]

Looks like a good time had by all :)

[Pentabilly]

Glad you guys had a good time! The pictures are amazing, and I'm sure they don't give the experience justice. Patiently awaiting video....

[Juice]

The Nevada Experience (http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1831)



Glad you guys had a good time! The pictures are amazing, and I'm sure they don't give the experience justice. Patiently awaiting video....

[Drivin&Cryin]

Looks like you guys had an awesome time. I was out in Vegas a few weeks ago and it was Hot as hell....

[Save-the-Manatee]

Awesome report and pictures. Thanks for sharing. Maybe next year I can be in attendance.

[Juice]

By Special request.

Come Back Nikki Come Back (http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/pakow)

[Ritten]

It's not loading up for me. Is this one of the videos that I took? If so then they're almost 30megs a piece and is the reason it's taking so long to download.

[Juice]

Who in the Hell is Alton Brown?






My Alton Brown impersonation....

http://nickatnite225.smugmug.com/photos/96045238-L.jpg

[yankeegirl]

Who in the Hell is Alton Brown?
he's on Food Network...

[Juice]

I can see the resemblance234de


he's on Food Network...

[Flying Low]

Who in the Hell is Alton Brown?

he did a neat 4 episode show on food network, "feasting on asphalt". they road coast to coast finding some of the best road food as they went along. episode 4 had a neat little encounter between a RT and a gravel road.

[nickatnite]

I can see the resemblance234de

A) We both like to cook.

B) We both ride BMW GS'.

C) We both wear the same BMW Savannah II jacket.

D) We.... uh, we.....

Well shit...

WE BOTH ARE COOL AS HELL!!!!!

[Juice]

Do you think that he seen Rachel Ray naked?



A) We both like to cook.

B) We both ride BMW GS'.

C) We both wear the same BMW Savannah II jacket.

D) We.... uh, we.....

Well shit...

WE BOTH ARE COOL AS HELL!!!!!

[yankeegirl]

Do you think that he seen Rachel Ray naked?
BBBWWWAAHHHAHAHHAAAAA!

[Save-the-Manatee]

That is one fine photo.




A few more for a tease.


http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/photopost/data/500/IMG_0872.jpg

[Dusty]

Good News Good News in deed. I got a convention coming up and it looks like I will be heading the Vegas way in November. Did you guys save any tracks? Got any inside info on ride information?

[Juice]

Click for Las Vegas 07 (http://www.dualsportridersoflouisiana.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2658&highlight=las+vegas)