XS Southeast 2015 discussion

[Prisoner6]

You have plenty of time till next year's rallies to have a change of heart Ben. I missed-out, it did not ruin my weekend. I'm super-glad the rain was not present like it was on Friday. I'm glad I was able to follow-through my assistance to George, despite shorting him a day. I coulda thrown another clutch perch on the bike and rode down the next day, but I know my bike would not like to be seen all scratched-up. Coulda taken another bike, but I did not have time to look it over for a LD ride. It was not meant to be, and I'm okay with that. It's just money Ben. Consider it a donation and move-on. Glad everybody had a great trip! I look forward to possibly XS East for a birthday gift to myself.

Ian,

That's a very balanced attitude.

What really matters is not that you missed the rally, anyway ... but that you are safe after your fall, and that you weren't more seriously injured.

You know as well as I that it could have been much worse.

So glad you're OK ...


Sounds like the rally was a resounding success, in spite of a little rain!

I hope everyone has a safe ride home ...

[kboehringer]

Safe at home... ATL Traffic STUNK! - Deals Gap Photos Ready!

The DRAGON photos are available from two of the three companies offering them:



All you need to know is about what time you passed the cameras. We were a little earlier up & back than others (3:15pm Southbound).

129photo.com
129slayer.com
killboy.com (not yet available)

We had a GREAT time.... Thanks to all that guys that organized and made this a great weekend get away! We're reserved for next year!!!!

Kurt & Nancy Boehringer

P.S. Yes.... I smacked that center stand hard a couple times on the Dragon....

[Radioguylogs]

More pictures

I'll share a few of my favorite pictures too.

Kurt I also thoroughly enjoyed riding with you and Nancy. I do have proof my bike was little cleaner at the start:


This photo I noticed leaving IH down Gumpter Gap Road:
(east fork of the entrance):


A rustic dam on 129, south of Deals Gap on the way toward Robbinsville:



A quiet spot on a road off the Overlook Parkway:


Folks are arriving on Friday afternoon and conversing outside :


Ready to ride Saturday morning in the drizzle:


The stars:



I was so glad I could enjoy this experience and meet the great people I have only by computer names until now. Thanks to all for one of the most memorable times of my life. (And my life has not been boring.)

[JeffH]

Back Home in Atlanta.
GREAT RALLY

Marty too ..............
Marty & I rode over the mountain back into Georgia. Bit of rain going over Blood Mountain but didn't need to suit up. We had a nice home ride (albeit short).
Plus, loaded 4.3 gallons of non-ethanol 87 at the Sunrise Grocery on US129.

Rally had quite a few new people attending this year which was fantastic.
I think 55 were at the Saturday Night Awards Event. What a hoot. Lots of laughs. More on that later.

Jeff

[madmax-im]

Money is pissed away...money i could have used...so i dont agree...as it stands... i'm not even going to plan another rally...YMMV

[IanDMacDonald]

You have plenty of time till next year's rallies to have a change of heart Ben. I missed-out, it did not ruin my weekend. I'm super-glad the rain was not present like it was on Friday. I'm glad I was able to follow-through my assistance to George, despite shorting him a day. I coulda thrown another clutch perch on the bike and rode down the next day, but I know my bike would not like to be seen all scratched-up. Coulda taken another bike, but I did not have time to look it over for a LD ride. It was not meant to be, and I'm okay with that. It's just money Ben. Consider it a donation and move-on. Glad everybody had a great trip! I look forward to possibly XS East for a birthday gift to myself.

[madmax-im]

Y'all have a safe ride home

Regretfully i missed this rally and lost the money i paid out...no one bailed me out and so i am feeling kinda left out...but thats okay because god didnt want me to go...a blessing in disguise as the events at home would have aborted my rally anyway...as it is i think i am done with all the rallies...

[ViperRon]

To all traveling back have a safe uneventful trip home. Sorry I could not be there this year but hope to return next year.

Ron

[XJOK2PLAY]

Mpittma100...

Mike, I love that red Special! That's a beauty!
Very nice.
Bohn would be proud of the polishing job done on that powertrain!

Sweet bike.

Looks like you guys had a great rally.
Bob

[Brent]

Home from another great rally

I don't think XS Southeast would be the same without Brent's Bigtop Tajmatent set up in the middle of it all.

Yes, it was not the same, I missed seeing some again, but it was still GOOD. The roads, scenery, food, bikes and most of all THE PEOPLE!
I arrived home Sunday evening, as planned. Left after lunch and had a good ride home with only a little traffic under cloudy skies. I did take a slightly different route Saturday afternoon. Saw the most extensive ancient petroglyphs in NC and the Great Smokey Mountain Railroad. Campfire and cigar (imported from PA) was relaxing. When I think of all all I saw & did, it is hard to believe it was just one weekend.

[BA80]

stored my tent & sleeping bags in the closet, and generally had a comfortable time in the nice room.

I don't think XS Southeast would be the same without Brent's Bigtop Tajmatent set up in the middle of it all.

[Brent]

Missed you

The damage is actually not bad for going down @ 70 mph. Semi-truck pushed me into the guard rail, I went into the gravel, and layed it down. Ignition cover that I just polished is destroyed, clutch handle is broke-off (fun starting the bike in first to take-off), the Maier fairing has road rash, and sounds like something is not right behind the ignition cover. My hip hurts. Had gear on. Going to bed. Will assess the bike further tomorrow. My sincerest apologies to GLowe for the inconvenience of room & board.

Hi Ian,
Sorry to hear of mishap. Glad to hear you are OK & bike is repairable. After I arrived, George told me you would not be attending & why and that he had space for a room mate. I tried to fill in for you, and slept in the bed you had reserved (comfortable with 2 pillows), used the hot shower and clean towels provided, smoked on the porch, used the nice big ashtray, adjusted the AC with the included remote control, used the hair drier to dry my boots, stored my tent & sleeping bags in the closet, and generally had a comfortable time in the nice room.

PM me your mailing address so that I can reimburse you.

[tomcos67]

Xs south Weather...

So glad you guys had nice weather today!!!! Ride Safe!!! Great pics!!!!

[MPittma100]

Waterfall

Who is in charge of parking?

[madmax-im]

Nice....