XS Southeast 2015 discussion

[jetmechmarty]

I stayed at the Iron Horse last weekend. Two more rooms got rented for our rally. The pickings are getting slim. If you want a room for this event, don't wait any longer.

[madmax-im]

Ouch...that's going to leave a mark...

[MPittma100]

Jousting

Here's a new twist we can add to XS Southeast this year. It's something we can do in the evening after a few drinks. We'll have to use XS1100's instead of scooters. Don't forget to bring your armor!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lref4XWSyiE

If we are going to do it, let's do it right...............................!!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uNs3SRObXw

[jetmechmarty]

Fun & games

Here's a new twist we can add to XS Southeast this year. It's something we can do in the evening after a few drinks. We'll have to use XS1100's instead of scooters. Don't forget to bring your armor!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lref4XWSyiE

[madmax-im]

Awesome!!!

Thanks for all your hard work Jeff...your efforts have turned this into a premier XS11 event. If i never do any other rallies i will always make this one.

[jetmechmarty]

That picture is me and Robin.

We're going to have another great rally.

[JeffH]

SE Rally Update

Don't forget:
XS Southeast 2015 Rally
September 25 - 27
Iron Horse Motorcycle Lodge in Stecoah, NC.
Reservations info @ www.ironhorsenc.com Call I-H @: 828-479-3864 (note: owners & staff working around property so leave a message and they will call you back)
Alternative motel 5 miles away www.tuskeegeemotel.com/


Reserve now while you still can get a room / cabin / camping spot / bunk house / motorhome spot.
You can cancel up until August if your plans change. Come join the XSive FUN & FELLOWSHIP

> Ride Bike In -or- Tow your bike In (I-H has a convenient unload-load dock)
> Motorhome In -or- Auto In

Kickoff Planning Meeting Today. 2pm Summit Wayside Hwy 9. More details in a few weeks as we get things organized.
As in past years we will have both a Saturday & Sunday all day group rides. Or plan your own ride and meet us at the lunch stops.
If you can, Arrive Friday and stay until Monday am.

Iron Horse is a great place to just 'hang out' too. A remote & beautiful natural setting.

Charlie & Barbara enjoying the ride back to Iron Horse on Hellbender (NC 28) also branded as Moonshiner 28


Jeff

[JeffH]

I think distributing more detailed area instructions, GPS coordinates and destinations with estimated arrival/departure times = allow everyone the chance to ride their own ride and arrive as they will at lunch or picture stops at a prescribed time then off to the next adventure -

smaller groups that stick together - a buddy system at a minimum - and everything will be fine.

John

We already provide all that detailed stuff but only a few want it. Most just want to follow the person in front of them and RIDE. We really have too much already. Most paper maps, instructions etc we bring gets thrown away because nobody wants the stuff. Plus GPS's works very poorly in that complex maze of mountain roads. They screw up often because of the interconnecting web of roads.

Smaller groups and the buddy system is where this is headed. Plus just A to B routing would make it easier. Some of the best roads take a bit of jockeying to get to so that adds to the complexity of the routes. Simple A to B and go into towns would be easier. The self guided option. No strung out conga line with group leader.

Jeff

[jwhughes3]

I think distributing more detailed area instructions, GPS coordinates and destinations with estimated arrival/departure times = allow everyone the chance to ride their own ride and arrive as they will at lunch or picture stops at a prescribed time then off to the next adventure -

smaller groups that stick together - a buddy system at a minimum - and everything will be fine.

John

[madmax-im]

well all I can say is this method works regardless of what roads you ride...its been employed on rides I have done with the ST-Owners group...They employ this method at a rally thats at the Moonshine Creek campground in Balsam a week after our rally. Same roads we ride... it flat works...but its not my call...al I can do is raise the discussion and make suggestions...BTW please dont take this as a complaint...I love this rally and I support you all 100%

[JeffH]

Yippie, a Volunteer.
Just what we have been waiting for. THANKS!!!

We are looking for a group leader for group 3. That might work in that group. Problem in the mountains is stopping at dangerous intersections waiting 1 - 2 - 3 minutes for the next person to show up. Kind of ruins the concept of 'Ride'. I've tried it before and there was more "Waiting" time than riding time.

I'll admit that on straighter roads it does work great. Problem is the varying abilities to take the curves that stretches things out.
We got now till Sept to work out the details.

Jeff

[madmax-im]

Jeff and Marty it is each individual's responsibility to ride their own ride...it is not yours therefore no reason to feel like you are responsible. When you have a large group like we have its not easy to lead and not get somene lost or feeling like they have to ride OVER their skill level just to catch up.The fear of being left behind or the pressure to keep up are BOTH wrong mindsets.
There are other methods to leading a large group that I have tried to get you all to adopt...the method works...but its obviously not accepted for whatever reasons....

[jetmechmarty]

The key is to be man enough to ride your own ride. The ladies that sometimes join us don't seem to have this problem. You have to know the limits of your ability and the limits of your machine. When leading a group, it's impossible for me to know those limits. I keep a steady pace at what I perceive as reasonable. I ride these routes over and over. My bike has upgraded and maintained suspension. If I can see the machines behind falling back, I slow down. Accidents still happen, and none of us like it. This happened right behind me at the last one.


No injuries, but a severely damaged motorcycle. I still feel bad about it.

Planning for 2015 has not started. Any folks in the area who want to help should contact me or Jeff. If we put rides together, we're going to need some ride leaders and scouters. Having an event like what we did the last three years is a big deal. We all want to have a good time and not see anyone get hurt or damage their equipment. Our rallies based at the Iron Horse have all been great, but they weren't without incident.

[JeffH]

After I experienced the terrain in a 1997 Cavalier, I was a bit apprehensive about riding around there- I think I'll be overdosing on adrenaline when we start out. I'm queasy around heights, but I hope to adapt quickly enough.

We have a variety of speed groups. Nobody gets left behind. Just pick a group that suits your mood & skill.
Problem down here is getting over your head. If you are following Joe Speedy 'Pace Rider' then it is real real easy to get over your head and mess up.
Key is not to ride behind that group.

#1, we are here for the fellowship and to enjoy riding. Leisurely pace is what most want. Just ride and enjoy the scenery. We know all the riders skills and can hook you up with the right folks. PLUS, we usually have 'alternate' routes for those that want to avoid the real challenging roads. Skill is one factor, mood is another. Sometimes I want to rip, other times just putt-putt. Just depends on how I feel. The Rally accommodates whatever floats your boat. Just change groups or fall back in the line.

So, see ya in Sept. Its a blast all getting together. You should be there.

Jeff

[Radioguylogs]

How many days until Sept 25?

Not a very flattering picture, but I did stop by on Saturday to check it out:



After I experienced the terrain in a 1997 Cavalier, I was a bit apprehensive about riding around there- I think I'll be overdosing on adrenaline when we start out. I'm queasy around heights, but I hope to adapt quickly enough.