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I would like to see what interest there would be in a Central U.S. FJ Rally. I have contacted the Hub Motorcycle Resort in Dogpatch Arkansas. http://www.hubinfo.com/. (http://www.hubinfo.com/.)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0jsvDViQqY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0jsvDViQqY)

I have tentatively blocked off 10 Hotel rooms for July 17th-19th. As with the WCR, arrival time is Thursday and departure is Sunday.

Rooms are $66.00 a night for a multiple night stay. A tent site is $10.00 a night/$5.00 a night for a 2nd person with access to a shower room.

I rode in the Ozarks this past September and found the ride is an E-Ticket thrill. For those that have ridden in the Rockies or the California mountains, these roads are much more technical and require full attention at all times. Definitely an Adrenalin rush.

Fred

Yes!Yes!Yes! Count me in.  (popcorn)

This has moved from interest to actually going to happen.

Hopefully we can get some Left and Right coasters to attend. Imagine the stories you can tell about riding in Hill Billy country...  :crazy:

Fred

Fred,
Count me in. I live about a hour and a half from the Hub. I can surely have a functional FJ by then. :sarcastic:

Joe

Quote from: Country Joe on January 09, 2014, 10:46:43 PM
Fred,
Count me in. I live about a hour and a half from the Hub. I can surely have a functional FJ by then. :sarcastic:

Joe

If you don't, I could trailer both of mine and you could use one.

Fred

That's a very generous offer, but hopefully I won't have to take you up on it. (But I will keep it in mind) :good2:

Quote from: Country Joe on January 09, 2014, 11:14:16 PM
That's a very generous offer, but hopefully I won't have to take you up on it. (But I will keep it in mind) I look at it this way....a rally in Arkansas will be a real motivation to get out to the shop and get it done.:good2:

nice job Fred!....I hope to be there

Louie

Crap, I have other obligations that weekend.  Would you mind changing the dates for me?  :lol:

The Hub is only 600 miles from me so if/when there's another I plan on making it. :good2:

I rode the Ozarks on my ATVs. At Chadwick Missouri. Also some of the most technical trails I've ever been on. A lot of trials bikes being ridden there. A challenge on a raptor.


Can't wait to ride the roads on my Fj.

Thanks for doing this
Dan

John you should cancel your other plans and do this instead.

Quote from: giantkiller on January 10, 2014, 08:27:11 AM
I rode the Ozarks on my ATVs. At Chadwick Missouri. Also some of the most technical trails I've ever been on. A lot of trials bikes being ridden there. A challenge on a raptor.


Can't wait to ride the roads on my Fj.

Thanks for doing this
Dan

Giant, so would a utility quad be preferred over the Raptor?  What was the issue?  (not intending to hijack this thread, we can move this topic over to dirt)...

Quote from: giantkiller on January 10, 2014, 08:32:23 AM
John you should cancel your other plans and do this instead.

Thinking if that's an option...

Alot of off camber steps, and steep technical climbs. Fourwheel drive you can crawl over things 2wheel drive raptor you have to use a lot of momentum.

Peeps, I voted a maybe, since I will have time off on those dates, but since I'm 2,000 miles away, that's where the maybe comes in. My summers are always full of unplanned excitement, so maybe is the best I can do today.
Andy

So, Fred, does this mean you're not doing the 5-state Harley parade?  :-)

I'd be interested, but mid-July can be awefully hot in Arkansas, even up in the mountains (most of which are less than 2000 ft elev).  I've been there several times in early June and it can be hot even then.  I've stayed at The Hub before, excellent location for getting to the best roads.  The rooms are spartan (but all I need is a bed and a bathroom).  Owners were real nice. 

Yes I am still doing the 5-State ride in early May.

With the other Rallys having set dates, and the availability of rooms at The Hub. My choice of dates were limited. Yes, I agree the temps may be on the warm side. I would much rather ride in hot than cold.


Fred

Quote from: FJ_Hooligan on January 10, 2014, 11:59:25 AM
So, Fred, does this mean you're not doing the 5-state Harley parade?  :-)

I'd be interested, but mid-July can be awefully hot in Arkansas, even up in the mountains (most of which are less than 2000 ft elev).  I've been there several times in early June and it can be hot even then.  I've stayed at The Hub before, excellent location for getting to the best roads.  The rooms are spartan (but all I need is a bed and a bathroom).  Owners were real nice. 

If you are worried about being hot just wear chaps, a leather vest and nosepicker gloves..............











.........and no, I'm not serious. I leave that gear to the cruisers. Just remember to bring a hydration backpack.

Quote from: FJ_Hooligan on January 10, 2014, 11:59:25 AM

I'd be interested, but mid-July can be awefully hot in Arkansas, even up in the mountains (most of which are less than 2000 ft elev).  I've been there several times in early June and it can be hot even then.  I've stayed at The Hub before, excellent location for getting to the best roads.  The rooms are spartan (but all I need is a bed and a bathroom).  Owners were real nice. 

On the Colorado Rally, I had 2 complete sets of riding gear. On Friday it was a cool day and I wore my leathers. Saturday was a warmer day and I wore my mesh gear.

(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o145/aviationfred/IMAG0280-1_zps15fa8fb9.jpg) (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/aviationfred/media/IMAG0280-1_zps15fa8fb9.jpg.html)

(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o145/aviationfred/a700375c-a946-47f6-8236-a94ea9e38e29_zpsaa77023f.jpg) (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/aviationfred/media/a700375c-a946-47f6-8236-a94ea9e38e29_zpsaa77023f.jpg.html)

Fred

i might try to do a cameo, if i'm lucky get to see raforth's mustache...

Quote from: mst3kguy on January 11, 2014, 07:44:22 PM
i might try to do a cameo, if i'm lucky get to see raforth's mustache...

Has anyone talked to David in the past few months? I may give him a call and see if he wants to join in on the fun.

Joe

Quote from: Country Joe on January 11, 2014, 08:02:50 PM

Quote from: mst3kguy on January 11, 2014, 07:44:22 PM
i might try to do a cameo, if i'm lucky get to see raforth's mustache...

Has anyone talked to David in the past few months? I may give him a call and see if he wants to join in on the fun.

Joe

He's up to speed on this thread.    :good:

Quote from: not a lib on January 11, 2014, 08:05:18 PM

Quote from: Country Joe on January 11, 2014, 08:02:50 PM

Quote from: mst3kguy on January 11, 2014, 07:44:22 PM
i might try to do a cameo, if i'm lucky get to see raforth's mustache...

Has anyone talked to David in the past few months? I may give him a call and see if he wants to join in on the fun.

Joe

He's up to speed on this thread.    :good:

Very good to hear.

Here is some more information for those that are interested/are attending. Push Mountain Road http://motorcycleroads.com/75/34/Arkansas/Push-Mountain-Road.html (http://motorcycleroads.com/75/34/Arkansas/Push-Mountain-Road.html) Is a very well known road for motorcycles.

(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o145/aviationfred/PushMountain_zps262bbd51.jpg) (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/aviationfred/media/PushMountain_zps262bbd51.jpg.html)

This next road is also well known. The Pig Trail http://www.motorcycleroads.com/75/20/Arkansas/Arkansas-Pig-Trail---Arkansas-23.html (http://www.motorcycleroads.com/75/20/Arkansas/Arkansas-Pig-Trail---Arkansas-23.html)

(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o145/aviationfred/8159146203_a98d3cff71_z_zps7eaec9e1.jpg) (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/aviationfred/media/8159146203_a98d3cff71_z_zps7eaec9e1.jpg.html)

(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o145/aviationfred/pigtrailcurves_f_zps4f148cda.jpg) (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/aviationfred/media/pigtrailcurves_f_zps4f148cda.jpg.html)

Fred

Butler Maps has their Ozarks map now available for $14.95 at their website www.butlermaps.com (http://www.butlermaps.com)

Another website that has maps and routes for the area is www.touringthe (http://www.touringthe) ozarks.com. It is more cruiser oriented, but they have most of the good loops listed as well.

If anyone is interested, I will snail mail them an official Arkansas state highway map. Just drop me a PM with your mailing address & I will have one headed your way.

 Joe

Push Mountain is awesome, a MUST ride!
The Pig Trail isn't worth it, that is the only 3 miles worth doing. 
ARK21 is much better as is everything around Jasper.

I will be going to the The Hub May 2nd-4th and will get first hand knowledge of the ammenities and I will be able to ride some of the areas roads.

Fred

Here is another source of routes and info. The only thing I found incorrect was refering to Push Mountain Road as Hwy. 314 instead of 341. No big deal.

http://www.mctourer.com/rides/2009/Ozarks/ (http://www.mctourer.com/rides/2009/Ozarks/)


        Joe

Quote from: FJ_Hooligan on January 10, 2014, 11:59:25 AM
So, Fred, does this mean you're not doing the 5-state Harley parade?  :-)

Change of plans on the 5 state ride. I will not be doing the 5 state ride.

I will be attending the We Ride America Meet & Greet at The Hub. May 2-4 for a first hand experience of the facilities and riding some of the areas roads.


(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o145/aviationfred/1604710_781364075212165_1078644020_n_zps3a9ef6b4.jpg) (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/aviationfred/media/1604710_781364075212165_1078644020_n_zps3a9ef6b4.jpg.html)

Fred

Looks like you're going to have to choose which ride to participate in.  Choose Push Mountain for the all day ride!

If you do one of the half day rides, choose the Ark Grand Canyon.  I believe that's actually ARK374 which will get you to Mt Judea and ARK123 (great road!)

Just mapped it from Bartlesville, OK. Since it's only 232 miles, I should probably attend. I'll confirm as soon as I can confirm the ability to get off work that week.

Quote from: ih781000 on January 22, 2014, 04:08:12 PM
Just mapped it from Bartlesville, OK. Since it's only 232 miles, I should probably attend. I'll confirm as soon as I can confirm the ability to get off work that week.

Then I can add Arkansas to my map............. :scratch_one-s_head:

Quote from: ih781000 on January 22, 2014, 04:09:43 PM

Quote from: ih781000 on January 22, 2014, 04:08:12 PM
Just mapped it from Bartlesville, OK. Since it's only 232 miles, I should probably attend. I'll confirm as soon as I can confirm the ability to get off work that week.

Then I can add Arkansas to my map............. :scratch_one-s_head:

I plan on leaving Wichita around 6:30am on the 17th. I could adjust my route to go through Tulsa and we could meet up for the Ride into Dogpatch.

Fred

Quote from: aviationfred on January 25, 2014, 11:56:32 AM

Quote from: ih781000 on January 22, 2014, 04:09:43 PM

Quote from: ih781000 on January 22, 2014, 04:08:12 PM
Just mapped it from Bartlesville, OK. Since it's only 232 miles, I should probably attend. I'll confirm as soon as I can confirm the ability to get off work that week.

Then I can add Arkansas to my map............. :scratch_one-s_head:

I plan on leaving Wichita around 6:30am on the 17th. I could adjust my route to go through Tulsa and we could meet up for the Ride into Dogpatch.

Fred

That would be good Fred. Sorry for the delayed reply. Been out of the country on a nice cruise to Honduras and other ports. Sure was shocking going from 85 degree weather back to17 in Bartlesville. I go thru Wichita everytime I go to Denver to visit my boys.

Dennis

Just reserved a room @ the Hub for July 17-19. Got  vacation scheduled.  :yahoo:

Got out for a ride today, the wind was brutal but the roads  for the most part clear of sand from the ice and snow we had a couple of weeks ago.  I can't wait to hear a pack of FJs  wailing in the hills of Arkansas!

Joe

Some good information here for those that will be attending.

http://www.arkansas.com/outdoors/motorcycling/north-central/ (http://www.arkansas.com/outdoors/motorcycling/north-central/)

Fred

Great Link Fred, looks like it will be a blast :yahoo:
Scott

If it's in Arkansas, I have to make it! That's practically next door! And here I was stressing about making it to california. Much as I'd like to, that's a looot of highway riding to get out there...

I've done a little riding in Wilhelmina. Beautiful riding country out there.

I have designed a Rally t-shirt. Pardon the amateur look, this is my first attempt at this. Price is $33.59 each with a minimum of 6 ordered. Please PM me your size and I will get these ordered.


http://www.customink.com/designs/fjrally/zkn0-0010-1arb/social?pc=FB-40779&cm_cat=facebook&cm_ite=fjrally&cm_pla=share&cm_ven=social (http://www.customink.com/designs/fjrally/zkn0-0010-1arb/social?pc=FB-40779&cm_cat=facebook&cm_ite=fjrally&cm_pla=share&cm_ven=social)


Fred

 :good2:No apologies necessary, Fred! Thanks for doing the legwork for this rally, let me know if there is anything that  I can do on this end. PM coming your way.
Joe

If you're willing, I might be able to do a cool shirt design. I have an actual vintage FJ1100 shirt from back in the day I could scan and replicate and modify a bit, is what I'm thinking right now.

Here is the design for the Central Rally t-shirts.

(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o145/aviationfred/wm-front_zpse25be981.jpg) (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/aviationfred/media/wm-front_zpse25be981.jpg.html)

(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o145/aviationfred/wm-back_zps9f9e063c.jpg) (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/aviationfred/media/wm-back_zps9f9e063c.jpg.html)

Fred

Here is a 2nd option for a Rally shirt. I did this as a single shirt option so there is no minimum amount to buy. As with the 30th anniversary shirt, the interest of the Tuning Fork logo has been incorporated as well as the FJowners FJ. Price is $31.05 a shirt.

http://www.customink.com/lab?BN=true&cid=zkn0-0010-7d44 (http://www.customink.com/lab?BN=true&cid=zkn0-0010-7d44)


(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o145/aviationfred/wm-front1_zps54c45f08.jpg) (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/aviationfred/media/wm-front1_zps54c45f08.jpg.html)(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o145/aviationfred/wm-back1_zps26c4b01f.jpg) (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/aviationfred/media/wm-back1_zps26c4b01f.jpg.html)


Fred

Quote from: aviationfred on April 01, 2014, 11:20:07 AM
Here is a 2nd option for a Rally shirt. I did this as a single shirt option so there is no minimum amount to buy. As with the 30th anniversary shirt, the interest of the Tuning Fork logo has been incorporated as well as the FJowners FJ. Price is $31.05 a shirt.

http://www.customink.com/lab?BN=true&cid=zkn0-0010-7d44 (http://www.customink.com/lab?BN=true&cid=zkn0-0010-7d44)


(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o145/aviationfred/wm-front1_zps54c45f08.jpg) (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/aviationfred/media/wm-front1_zps54c45f08.jpg.html)(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o145/aviationfred/wm-back1_zps26c4b01f.jpg) (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/aviationfred/media/wm-back1_zps26c4b01f.jpg.html)


Fred

Another small modification to the above design.

http://www.customink.com/designs/fj12/zkn0-0010-7kzs/retrieve (http://www.customink.com/designs/fj12/zkn0-0010-7kzs/retrieve)


(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o145/aviationfred/wm-front3_zps8de8e62b.jpg) (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/aviationfred/media/wm-front3_zps8de8e62b.jpg.html)(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o145/aviationfred/wm-back3_zps0740b8ee.jpg) (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/aviationfred/media/wm-back3_zps0740b8ee.jpg.html)

Fred

Fred, have you considered using another site like zazzle, or better yet, a local shirt maker? Over $30 seems like a lot for a simple shirt.

Methinks if you did the tuning fork logo in Yamaha blue, you'd have a winner.    (popcorn)

Alright, guys, I think this is my finished product. I guess there are several shirt options out there (3?)

http://www.zazzle.com/fjowners_vintage_30th_anniversary_rally_t_shirts-235742014924471478 (http://www.zazzle.com/fjowners_vintage_30th_anniversary_rally_t_shirts-235742014924471478)

If I am missing a location of another rally or have something wrong or misspelled, someone let me know!

(http://www.zimagez.com/miniature/screenshot-04012014-041623pm.png) (http://www.zazzle.com/fjowners_vintage_30th_anniversary_rally_t_shirts-235742014924471478)
(http://www.zimagez.com/miniature/screenshot-04012014-041420pm.png) (http://www.zazzle.com/fjowners_vintage_30th_anniversary_rally_t_shirts-235742014924471478)

Lots of other products using this design and variations on the shirt design are shown here:

http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=11306.msg112069#msg112069 (http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=11306.msg112069#msg112069)

Here is an attempt through Zazzle.

<embed wmode="transparent" src="http://www.zazzle.com/utl/getpanel?tl=My (http://www.zazzle.com/utl/getpanel?tl=My) Zazzle Panel&at=238788116219279100&cn=238788116219279100&st=date_created" FlashVars="feedId=0&path=http://www.zazzle.com/assets/swf/zp/skins" width="450" height="300" TYPE="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed><br/><a href="http://www.zazzle.com/ (http://www.zazzle.com/)">make custom gifts</a> at <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/ (http://www.zazzle.com/)">Zazzle</a>

Type in FJ1200 in the search block

Fred

Quote from: fintip on April 01, 2014, 04:52:21 PM
Alright, guys, I think this is my finished product. I guess there are several shirt options out there (3?)

http://www.zazzle.com/fjowners_vintage_30th_anniversary_rally_t_shirts-235742014924471478 (http://www.zazzle.com/fjowners_vintage_30th_anniversary_rally_t_shirts-235742014924471478)

If I am missing a location of another rally or have something wrong or misspelled, someone let me know!

(http://www.zimagez.com/miniature/screenshot-04012014-041623pm.png) (http://www.zazzle.com/fjowners_vintage_30th_anniversary_rally_t_shirts-235742014924471478)
(http://www.zimagez.com/miniature/screenshot-04012014-041420pm.png) (http://www.zazzle.com/fjowners_vintage_30th_anniversary_rally_t_shirts-235742014924471478)

Lots of other products using this design and variations on the shirt design are shown here:

http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=11306.msg112069#msg112069 (http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=11306.msg112069#msg112069)

No ECFR?    :scratch_one-s_head:

I couldn't find the location for that, so I wasn't sure. I searched. What is it?

Quote from: fintip on April 01, 2014, 07:52:45 PM
I couldn't find the location for that, so I wasn't sure. I searched. What is it?

East Coast Fall FJ Rally - Tellico Plains, Tennessee

3rd weekend of September

That's right, we need some love for the Dragon!

Leon

Corrected T-shirt:

(http://www.zimagez.com/miniature/screenshot-04012014-083504pm.php) (http://www.zazzle.com/fjowners_vintage_30th_anniversary_rally_t_shirts-235381863519843160)

I'm digging it!
How do I order it?

Leon

fintip,
The abbreviation for Arkansas is AR........we really don't want Alaska to take away our Dogpatch..... :crazy:

Joe

Thanks! Hold off on orders everyone, more updates to come...

Will be likely adding RPM's logo (pending approval), and will be...

correcting AK to AR (derp)
Listing the rallies in order of date of occurrence
(possibly) putting the dates in a column to the side of the locations.

Also still open to other suggestions.

Every image I post is clickable and brings you to a page where it can be purchased, but again! Do not purchase yet! It is not the final version! I'll delete the current one soon.

In the meantime, does anyone want to help by listing the dates of the rallies? Hunting them down is a little difficult, the forum doesn't always play nicely with Google searches.

Trying to get all the proper info to finish up my rally shirt...

March 8-10 Australia Rally
May 15-18 Boone ECSR
May 29-31 Willits WCR
July 17-20 Dogpatch Central Rally
July 25-27 Lake Placid, NY (?) NESR
Sep 19-21 Tellico ECFR

Does this look right?

Also did a little more editing, reddened the reds just a tad more...

Here's my idea currently:

(http://www.zimagez.com/miniature/screenshot-04012014-113738pm.php) (http://www.zimagez.com/zimage/screenshot-04012014-113738pm.php)

(http://www.zimagez.com/miniature/screenshot-04012014-113901pm.php) (http://www.zimagez.com/zimage/screenshot-04012014-113901pm.php)

Already updates since that last shirt. I'm going to be keeping track of all shirt updates here:

http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=11306.0 (http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=11306.0)

So for the latest on this shirt design, please check there.

I got out for a short scouting ride this morning. The recent rain has done a pretty good job of washing off the sand, there is occasional gravel in some  of the corners,  kicked up on the road  by trailers. The only  thing that I found a little concerning was some mud  tracked onto the road by log trucks,  but it's not that bad at all.
Joe

Quote from: fintip on April 01, 2014, 11:22:01 PM
Trying to get all the proper info to finish up my rally shirt...

March 8-10 Australia Rally
May 15-18 Boone ECSR
May 29-31 Willits WCR
July 17-20 Dogpatch Central Rally
July 25-27 Lake Placid, NY (?) NESR
Sep 19-21 Tellico ECFR

Does this look right?

Also did a little more editing, reddened the reds just a tad more...

Here's my idea currently:

(http://www.zimagez.com/miniature/screenshot-04012014-113738pm.php) (http://www.zimagez.com/zimage/screenshot-04012014-113738pm.php)

(http://www.zimagez.com/miniature/screenshot-04012014-113901pm.php) (http://www.zimagez.com/zimage/screenshot-04012014-113901pm.php)

That's pretty sweet, but it WOULD look faster in Blue :rofl2:

I can't make the background blue, but in theory I could make the bike blue.

I would love to return to Arkansas for this.  When I rode down to Texas last year, I made it a point to try and slow it down for a couple of days to tour. We managed to do some, but our plans were delayed a bit so we couldn't spend as much time as we liked.

Unfortunately I can't make this trip this year, but for anyone who is hummin'n'hawin' about whether to go, you can take a gander at these videos, if you haven't seen them yet.  I posted them about six months ago in the Travel Reports section.  These are east then south of the Dogpatch area, but well within the touring area. Many of you have probably ridden these roads before. For those who haven't been to the Arkansas area, it's well worth it.  Hopefully you'll find some better food than we did too.

Have fun!

Nashville TN to Russellville AR

http://youtu.be/ALiO0XyOr4Y (http://youtu.be/ALiO0XyOr4Y)

Russellville AR to Texarkana TX parts 1 & 2

http://youtu.be/MQ_sgZLpNOg (http://youtu.be/MQ_sgZLpNOg)

http://youtu.be/ki2aIOSJShA (http://youtu.be/ki2aIOSJShA)

I spoke to Debbie at the Hub this morning. There are plenty of rooms still available for the 17th-19th of July.

One month to go..... :yahoo:

Fred

Jus 3 weeks to go can't wait to ride the Ozarks. :yahoo: :good: :yahoo:

 If anyone gets to Arkansas early, send me a PM, I am taking the whole week of the rally from work. I plan on riding every day of the week. :music:
Joe

What is the head count for this rally, any body know?

Quote from: 1tinindian on June 26, 2014, 01:14:11 PM
What is the head count for this rally, any body know?

I believe we are looking at about 7 riders.

In another week or so, I will post a roll call.

Fred

I really wish I could get away for this one, as I have driven a car in that area and loved it.
I hope for who all is going, will have a safe and fun time.

Leon

Less than 3 weeks away and getting the bike prepped for the Rally.

New shoes were delivered to day..... :dance2:


(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o145/aviationfred/10464157_10203318274510941_2783184169058804112_n_zps0cb10177.jpg) (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/aviationfred/media/10464157_10203318274510941_2783184169058804112_n_zps0cb10177.jpg.html)

Fred

Good choice of shoes, Fred!  :good2:
Joe

Fred, I think you need to scrub off a bit more of the sides before retiring the old skins. You need to get the most out of your $$$ and not just toss that aside... :drinks:

He lives in Wichita, Kansas.  Do they even have a curvy road in Kansas?

Just in case anybody is wondering, the roads in Arkansas are clean and Push Mountain Road is still there. Just finished making 2 full passes of Push Mountain, nearly had the whole thing to myself, up until I got to the south end on my last pass. Weather is awesome, 80* and low humidity. This is going to be a blast!

I'm really looking forward to it.

Spent some time last night looking at possible routes. Does anyone have any suggestions coming from Orlando, FL?  (I've seen enough of I-75 recently!)

Haven't done an Iron Butt on this bike yet. Google showed a couple of possible routes that would qualify for the distance, just have to make the time!

Will probably tent it for lodging.

A friend told me that I should see Eureka Springs while I'm up there. He spoke very highly of the architecture.

Steve

Steve,
Eureka Springs is a pretty little town, there is nearly no level ground and it is fairly old for this part of the world, so I would say that is has made for some interesting architecture. Not far outside ES, there is a small modern chapel called Thorncrown Chapel that is simply stunning in its architecture. Their website is thorncrown.com
Joe

Here is a ride route that would got to Eureka Springs.

http://harrisonarkansas.org/c_upe_view.php?id=47 (http://harrisonarkansas.org/c_upe_view.php?id=47)


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Fred

^^^ I like it! ^^^

Here is a loop that incorporates Push Mountain Road.

http://binged.it/1mVhyVG (http://binged.it/1mVhyVG)

Fred

Uhhhh...........scratch me from the list. I bruised the Bruise this afternoon. I came away amazingly undamaged. Gear does work. Pictures will be put up later, probably tomorrow.
Joe

Hope you are not too banged up. You will be missed at the rally. I was looking forward to meeting you.

This summer has been a bad one for the FJ community with riders and bikes getting hit and going down.  :ireful:

Fred

Quote from: aviationfred on July 05, 2014, 09:36:53 PM
Hope you are not too banged up. You will be missed at the rally. I was looking forward to meeting you.

This summer has been a bad one for the FJ community with riders and bikes getting hit and going down.  :ireful:

Fred

Fred,
I came out amazingly well, the only thing that hurts is my left elbow. I don't think I actually slid on the pavement, we parted ways in the ditch. The nearest house is about 50 yards down the road from where I crashed, the fella that lived there hopped on his fourwheeler and came down to see what happened. He said they usually have 5 or 6 motorcycles crash there every summer, he said most of them wind up in the trees. Yay me... :dash1: If I can get my son's Ninja running, tagged and insured before then I will be at the Rally. Pretty sure I won't have the FJ running by then, unless I run it streetfighter style. I don't usually like "streetfighters" anyway.....

Bruised Joe

Went on a ride for disabled veterans yesterday. Found out the 86 windscreen works great for defecting deer. Puts them right up into your chest and helmet. That hurt.
This is what a cherry 86 looks like before deer killing
(http://fjowners.com/gallery/7/2349_13_06_14_12_00_34_5.jpeg)
This is after. Blow them up and you can see the fur sticking out
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Try the after again blow them up to see the fur.
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That sucks!! I'm coming to the conclusion that the only good place for deer is in the freezer. I hope you are not too roughed up. My left elbow is pretty tender this morning and more hurts elsewhere than they did last night.
Joe

I'm really sore today. Left hand, left leg, both shoulders, neck and back. Luckily it wasn't one of the 200lb ERS  that lurk around here. They said it was probably 100+ when they dragged it off the road. Didnt even look at the deer.  Too worried about my bike. And luckily I was riding with Harley guys, was only going about 50mph. The guy behind me said I didn't even wobble when it bounced off me. After he asked if I was ok. He said he wanted to shake the hand of the man of steel. I just gripped hard, braced, and pushed forward to meet him for the impact. I made up my mind I wasn't going to come off my bike. When I reported it. I wasn't sure what county I was in. And ended up talking to2 different ones. And they both asked if I got hurt or hit anything when I came off the bike. They were surprised when I said I didn't.

I know this should possibly be posted in the Riding Gear threads, but I want to aim this at the riders who will be attending the Central Rally.

The afternoon temps can reach into the mid 90's. I would highly recommend getting a Cool Vest to wear during the rides Friday and Saturday. They are fairly inexpensive and work very well at keeping your core body temp regulated. For those that have a Cycle Gear store nearby, they have them on sale at the moment. Here is an example from eBay.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/TECHNICHE-HYPERKEWL-DELUXE-EVAPORATIVE-COOLING-VEST-MOTORCYCLE-SPORTS-RIDING-/280835024540?pt=Apparel_Merchandise&var=&hash=item416312669c&vxp=mtr (http://www.ebay.com/itm/TECHNICHE-HYPERKEWL-DELUXE-EVAPORATIVE-COOLING-VEST-MOTORCYCLE-SPORTS-RIDING-/280835024540?pt=Apparel_Merchandise&var=&hash=item416312669c&vxp=mtr)

Fred

I know there will be a few towns and roads that will have odd names during our travels around North West and North Central Arkansas. This road is NOT one that I would hope to find.  :rofl2:


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Fred

Well, it looks like I am a definite maybe for Friday and Saturday at the rally. I had to cancel my vacation on Wed and Thurs to go to Fort Worth, TX, but will be back Thursday night. I pulled the busted plastics off of the Bruise, all I have to do is get mirrors and front turn signals put on and I will be good to go.  :lol: Oh, yeah and get the new tires and wheels put on. I received the rear caliper parts that I have been waiting on, I think that is the last things I am needing to get the rear wheel mounted up. I'm quite sure the rear Avon won't last a weekend in the hills at this point. Dang, this bike is ugly with the fairing off..... :bad:
Joe

Quote from: aviationfred on July 07, 2014, 05:52:17 PM

I know there will be a few towns and roads that will have odd names during our travels...


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Frightening!

Anybody watching the weather forecast for next week? The weather guessers are predicting record low temps for the week :dance2:
Joe

I am seeing GREAT weather  :yahoo: 81*/62* for Thursday, 82*/61* Friday, 77*/66* Saturday and 81*/66* Sunday  :yahoo:

Fred

Fellow riders,
I'm really looking forward to this rally. Ark-Kansas is a part of the country I have little knowledge of, other than chatting with some who have been there.

Initial plan is to "Iron-Butt it" to the rally location by a yet-to-be-determined route. I've seen too much of I-75 into Georgia recently, and my motorcycle ride map is missing a few states. Of course, staying to known major roads might be beneficial in a distance/endurance test.

Additionally, I get distracted!

It will be nice to see any and all who might show up.

Packing now, making last minute checks.

Have to mow the lawn...

Steve

I'm leaving Thursday. It's going to take about 12hrs give or take. So won't get there til late evening.
Got to change the back tire. Kinda getting bald really quick. :unknown:

I am leaving Wednesday evening meeting a friend and overnighting in Tulsa, OK. Heading out early Thursday morning, I should arrive around noon or so.

Fred

Well crap.  I skipped this rally because July in Arkansas is usually really hot.  I was there a few weeks ago in June and it was borderline miserable.  Somewhat better in the mountains, but it was threatening rain and the humidity was about 120%.

I hope you guys have a good time and the weather holds.  Any storms should have moved out by Thursday.

Here are some definite gotta-do rides from the Hub:
This is a nice 1/2 day ride..

From Jasper, take 74 east to 123 south in Piercetown.  Continue south on 123 through Mt Judea and look for the right turn just past Mt Judea.  Take 123 all the way to HWY 7.

South on 7 to Pelsor.  The southern part of 123 from HWY 7 (Pelser) to Hagertown is a lot of fun.  A few miles past Hagertown take 292 west to HWY 21 (Ludwig) and go back north (right).  If it's lunchtime be sure to stop for one of the best burgers in the US at Ozone Burger in the small town of Ozone on HWY 21.  Don't blink or you'll miss it.

After lunch, continue north on 21 to 43.  It's a Y intersection, stay right.  Take 43 to 74 and go right at the bridge.  Go east on 74 for a fun ride over the mountains and wind up back in Jasper.  From there you'll probably want to do 123 through Mt Judea again.

You've got to do Push Mountain also.  From the Hub, you have 2 choices.
The fun (long) way:  South on HWY 7, left on 374 to 123.  123 south through Mt Judea again (it really is worth it) all the way to HWY 7.  South on 7 to Pelsor then east (left) on HWY 16 to 27.  Take 27 north to Marshall.  27 north/east out of Marshall (watch for LEO on this road) to 14 at Harriet.  Right/east on 14 (good road!) through Big Flat.  A few miles out of Big Flat is 341 (Push Mountain road!).  You'll want to do this as many times as possible (it's 30 miles I think).  There's a good burger joint at the 3-way intersection just west of Big Flat.

The short way: North on 7 and take 206 over to HWY 65.  Jog south on 65 to east 62.  At Yellville, take 14 south to Harriet.  From Harriet follow direction above.

I would recommend the long way over to 341 and the short way back home.

Eureka Springs is a nice town, but not worth riding to.  The roads are nice, but they are always crowded.  Better to stick to the lesser travelled roads.

And whatever you do, DO NOT SPEED on HWY 7!  It's a Harley road and the state makes a lot of income with speed traps on that road.

Have Fun and ride safe!

Heading out in a few minutes. See you there!

Steve

Quote from: Steve_in_Florida on July 16, 2014, 01:35:25 PM
Heading out in a few minutes. See you there!

Steve

Have a safe ride, see you tomorrow.

I am on my way, I stopped in Tulsa, Ok to visit some friends. I am only 200 miles from the Rally, I should be at the Hub by noon.

Fred

steve_in_florida and I have both made it to the Hub. Steve got his Iron Butt completed on his newest FJ. Waiting for a few others to arrive.

Fred

Thanks for letting a FJR crash your Rally.  I had a great time talking with you and learning all about the great FJ.  You guys are commended for keeping those beautiful bikes in riding shape.




Jeff S
KS

Quote from: BadgerMan on July 20, 2014, 05:55:54 PM
Thanks for letting a FJR crash your Rally.  I had a great time talking with you and learning all about the great FJ.  You guys are commended for keeping those beautiful bikes in riding shape.




Jeff S
KS

It was great meeting you and you can crash any of our rally's. We all enjoyed your company and I am officially inviting you to the 2015 Central FJ Rally in the Black Hills. Click on the link below.

http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=11150.0 (http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=11150.0)

Fred

What roads did you guys ride?

Quote from: FJ_Hooligan on July 20, 2014, 07:44:14 PM
What roads did you guys ride?

I don't know I just followed Fred and had fun.  Dave

Same here just followed Fred. Awesome roads everywhere. The people who run the Hub are great.

Hey Jeff good to meet you too. Wish  you would have ridden with us. Maybe next year.

That was a great ride.
Thanks again Fred

Well, I JUST made it back, safe and sound.

Spent last night in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, as I wasn't up to doing a second Iron Butt on the return trip.

Great place, with awesome people.

Fred, you should be commended for putting together an OUTSTANDING rally! You reflect great credit on yourself, and the FJ Owners forum. Now reach around and pat yourself on the back.

Steve