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Title: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Marsh White on December 28, 2012, 06:32:51 PM
Hello fellow FJers!!  The 2013 West Coast Rally (WCR) will be held in Petaluma, CA as discussed at the last WCR.

Dates:
May 30th - June 2nd.
Most arrive late Thursday afternoon (May 30th) and depart Sunday morning (June 2nd).  We ride Friday and Saturday - and BS around the fire Thursday, Friday & Saturday nights.

Location:
San Francisco North / Petaluma KOA
20 Rainsville Road
Petaluma, CA 94952

Phone: (707) 763-1492
Website: http://koa.com/campgrounds/san-francisco/ (http://koa.com/campgrounds/san-francisco/)
Site Map: http://tinyurl.com/WCRcampground (http://tinyurl.com/WCRcampground)

The KOA is holding Kabins 264 - 270 for our group as well as tent site 263 and Camper site 194.

You MUST call in and reserve your desired location in your own name - Mention the YAMAHA FJ GROUP - you will be required to pre-pay for your first night to do so.

I will post more information about our ride routes, etc. as time goes on.  Those who have been to a WCR at Petaluma can expect more of the same!   :good2:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Derek Young on December 28, 2012, 09:48:57 PM
Thanks Marsh for all you do for us! Kabin 268 booked and paid for.  How many more sleeps??? :yahoo:

Derek
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Flynt on December 29, 2012, 12:42:12 PM
#265 reserved...  who's your neighbor Marsh?

Are we sharing the cabins?  I reserved one for myself and am fine being solo, but there are double beds and bunk beds in each cabin.  Are you going to pair people up or should we find our own room mates?

Frank
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: FJmonkey on December 29, 2012, 02:48:16 PM
Quote from: Flynt on December 29, 2012, 12:42:12 PM
#265 reserved...  who's your neighbor Marsh?

Are we sharing the cabins?  I reserved one for myself and am fine being solo, but there are double beds and bunk beds in each cabin.  Are you going to pair people up or should we find our own room mates?

Frank
Frank, if your looking to split cost and don't mind my Power Ranger snore then sign me us as a roommate.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: LA Mike on December 29, 2012, 05:34:33 PM
Made my cabin reservation and looking forward to the rides & campfire BS. :biggrin:  I don't remember cabin's cost this much per nite the last time we had our rally there.

Skagg Springs Rd here I come!!! :good2: :good2:

La Mike
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Flynt on December 29, 2012, 05:58:33 PM
Quote from: FJmonkey on December 29, 2012, 02:48:16 PM
sign me us as a roommate...

done!
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: FJmonkey on December 29, 2012, 06:07:01 PM
Quote from: LA Mike on December 29, 2012, 05:34:33 PM
Made my cabin reservation and looking forward to the rides & campfire BS. :biggrin:  I don't remember cabin's cost this much per nite the last time we had our rally there.

Skagg Springs Rd here I come!!! :good2: :good2:

La Mike
Mike, if you are talking about the same Skaggs road we took during the Napa run then watch out for them 200 pounds pigs reported seen by side of the road. Awesome road, looking forward to the rally.

Mike, are you gonna perform the blip test on the grass again?   :biggrin:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Klavdy on December 29, 2012, 11:48:23 PM
I am IN!
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Pat Conlon on December 30, 2012, 04:10:31 PM
Paul and I are in....... As of this moment, There is only 1 cabin left.....
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: baldy3853 on December 30, 2012, 07:12:32 PM
Im in too don't know who I'm sharing with but I'm sure something will come up lol
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: pdxfj on December 30, 2012, 08:11:07 PM
Quote from: Pat Conlon on December 30, 2012, 04:10:31 PM
Paul and I are in....... As of this moment, There is only 1 cabin left.....

Not any more....   :blum1:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: 1tinindian on December 30, 2012, 10:08:23 PM
Alright, who has room for a room mate?
I know Alan was interested also but he's on a family trip out of state at this time.

So that's two needing a bed.

Leon
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Flynt on December 30, 2012, 11:07:15 PM
Quote from: 1tinindian on December 30, 2012, 10:08:23 PM
that's two needing a bed...

I think 265 has one more bed, Monkey sniff check and/or other inspections conditional for approval may be required...  Pending your willingness to submit fully to his whims, please consider one bed available. :rofl2:

Frank
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: FJmonkey on December 30, 2012, 11:15:29 PM
Quote from: Flynt on December 30, 2012, 11:07:15 PM
Quote from: 1tinindian on December 30, 2012, 10:08:23 PM
that's two needing a bed...

I think 265 has one more bed, Monkey sniff check and/or other inspections conditional for approval may be required...  Pending your willingness to submit fully to his whims, please consider one bed available. :rofl2:

Frank
Leon, you are Monkey and Frank approved. No prior sniff test required.  :good2:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: 1tinindian on December 31, 2012, 12:24:45 AM
Quote from: FJmonkey on December 30, 2012, 11:15:29 PM
Quote from: Flynt on December 30, 2012, 11:07:15 PM
Quote from: 1tinindian on December 30, 2012, 10:08:23 PM
that's two needing a bed...

I think 265 has one more bed, Monkey sniff check and/or other inspections conditional for approval may be required...  Pending your willingness to submit fully to his whims, please consider one bed available. :rofl2:

Frank
Leon, you are Monkey and Frank approved. No prior sniff test required.  :good2:

Thanks guys, much appreciated!
Consider me your new addition to your Kabin!

Only 5 short months till the WCR! wahoo!
Shit, I meant "Kookaloo"!

Leon
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: LA Mike on December 31, 2012, 12:35:31 AM
Quote from: pdxfj on December 30, 2012, 08:11:07 PM
Quote from: Pat Conlon on December 30, 2012, 04:10:31 PM
Paul and I are in....... As of this moment, There is only 1 cabin left.....

Not any more....   :blum1:

I am sure if cabins 271 or higher are not taken yet, they will reserve one for you.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: moparman70 on January 14, 2013, 11:34:21 AM
Hello ALL -- looking forward to the rally --- LETs get the FJrally.com working for it ( I know more work-- but it still shows 2011 run). 

This all being said -- 271 Is gone ( I got it) BUT the kind gentlemen at the KOA has put on HOLD for the next lucky gents 272 and 273.   So you have a wee bit of time to get your warm and potentially SCREAMER free cabin.

yuk yuk

Stevecc
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Firehawk068 on January 14, 2013, 06:28:46 PM
I just booked into Kabin 274. And I think there are other Kabins still available to the group, the nice lady (Mellissa)made it seem like there were.
I am looking forward to this trip :)
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: pdxfj on January 14, 2013, 07:48:07 PM
Are the cabins really $120/night now or did I not get the discount with my deposit?
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: FJmonkey on January 14, 2013, 07:56:50 PM
Quote from: pdxfj on January 14, 2013, 07:48:07 PM
Are the cabins really $120/night now or did I not get the discount with my deposit?
You forgot to turn on the Mr. Been Charm, you lovely devil you...Or maybe they know about the poundage of Thermite you might bring to entertain us.... Either way, you need to attend, do we need to take up a collection .... I will donate.. :yahoo:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Mike 86 in San Dimas on January 14, 2013, 08:45:09 PM
I'm in too  :drinks:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Flynt on January 14, 2013, 10:33:28 PM
Quote from: moparman70 on January 14, 2013, 11:34:21 AM
LETs get the FJrally.com working...

LA Mike...  You doin shirts?  We need shirts!

Frank
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: 1tinindian on January 14, 2013, 10:45:41 PM
Quote from: Flynt on January 14, 2013, 10:33:28 PM
Quote from: moparman70 on January 14, 2013, 11:34:21 AM
LETs get the FJrally.com working...

LA Mike...  You doin shirts?  We need shirts!

Frank

In for the shirt!
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: racerrad8 on January 15, 2013, 12:32:55 AM
Quote from: Flynt on January 14, 2013, 10:33:28 PM
Quote from: moparman70 on January 14, 2013, 11:34:21 AM
LETs get the FJrally.com working...
E
LA Mike...  You doin shirts?  We need shirts!

Frank

I am planning on doing shirts. I spoke with screenprinter last week. I plan on doing shirts to cover all USA rallies

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: baldy3853 on January 15, 2013, 12:55:08 AM
Woo Hoo Randy..........

On another more serious note still not sure who I'm Sharing with, who ever would like to share with me let me know so I can contribute to the cost of the accomadation.
I am DEFINITELY CERTAIN I will be there  :shout: :blum1:  :dash1:
Baldy
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: movenon on January 15, 2013, 10:56:33 AM
Is there anyone tent camping ?
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Marsh White on January 15, 2013, 11:53:23 AM
Quote from: movenon on January 15, 2013, 10:56:33 AM
Is there anyone tent camping ?

I did reserve Tent site 263 right by our group area in case anyone wanted to - but I don't know of anyone tenting it so far.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: pdxfj on January 15, 2013, 12:04:13 PM
Quote from: FJmonkey on January 14, 2013, 07:56:50 PM
You forgot to turn on the Mr. Been Charm, you lovely devil you...Or maybe they know about the poundage of Thermite you might bring to entertain us.... Either way, you need to attend, do we need to take up a collection .... I will donate.. :yahoo:

No worries on not being able to afford the kabin.  It was just a bit surprising to hear $120/night.  IIRC it was about $90/night last time we were at Petaluma.

I think I've talked a co-worker into attending the rally with me.  I lent him my Ninja 250 (for a year) and last spring he bought a Ducati Monster.  I did warn him that attending a FJ rally is worse than an addiction to crack.   :biggrin:

Forget how much thermite I have.. maybe 10lbs??

Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: andyoutandabout on January 15, 2013, 03:52:31 PM
I'm in for tenting. Even though I live but 45mins away from Petaluma, that's 45 mins too far once the camp fire has burnt low.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Klavdy on January 15, 2013, 06:43:24 PM
$120 a night now?
Jeez, do they tickle your balls for that too?
If The Romans mate, Chuck, goes, Baldy could room with him.
Put 'em both out in the snoring paddock.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: FJmonkey on January 15, 2013, 07:04:23 PM
Quote from: Klavdy on January 15, 2013, 06:43:24 PM
$120 a night now?
Jeez, do they tickle your balls for that too?
If The Romans mate, Chuck, goes, Baldy could room with him.
Put 'em both out in the snoring paddock.
There is a snoring paddock???? I hope Frank does not send me there. Maybe it cost less than a normal cabin???? Are there any sheep? Not what you think Klavdy, I need to count them to fall a sleep. Really I do.... Nothing to do with my ancestors getting kicked out of Scotland.... I just need love.....Monkey Love....
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Flynt on January 15, 2013, 09:45:11 PM
Quote from: FJmonkey on January 15, 2013, 07:04:23 PM
I just need love.....Monkey Love....

getting concerned...   :shok:

Frank
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: 1tinindian on January 15, 2013, 10:12:32 PM
Mark, place the monkey at your feet and take two steps back!
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Seanextra on January 15, 2013, 11:25:06 PM
Quote from: Flynt on January 15, 2013, 09:45:11 PM
Quote from: FJmonkey on January 15, 2013, 07:04:23 PM
I just need love.....Monkey Love....

getting concerned...   :shok:

Frank


LOL maybe that monkey suits too tight ?
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Firehawk068 on January 16, 2013, 12:45:12 AM
Quote from: FJmonkey on January 15, 2013, 07:04:23 PM
There is a snoring paddock???? I hope Frank does not send me there. Maybe it cost less than a normal cabin????

There is a snoring paddock............ it starts at Kabin 274............and it cost the same as the regular Kabins...... :sarcastic:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Derek Young on January 16, 2013, 01:00:33 AM
Looks like its shaping up to be a great group.  Can't wait!  Planning on a couple days in San Fransisco before the rally.  Should be another great road trip!

Derek
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Firehawk068 on January 16, 2013, 01:48:00 AM
Quote from: FJmonkey on January 15, 2013, 07:04:23 PM
Are there any sheep? Not what you think Klavdy, I need to count them to fall a sleep. Really I do.... Nothing to do with my ancestors getting kicked out of Scotland.... I just need love.....Monkey Love....

The map of the campground shows a "Petting Farm"............I'm sure you could lure one or two over to your Kabin after darkness settles in..............
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: baldy3853 on January 16, 2013, 04:46:30 AM
Quote from: Klavdy on January 15, 2013, 06:43:24 PM
$120 a night now?
Jeez, do they tickle your balls for that too?
I hear your the tickler Klav thats why your room is so cheap  :rofl2:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: 1tinindian on January 16, 2013, 07:06:37 AM
Quote from: Derek Young on January 16, 2013, 01:00:33 AM
Looks like its shaping up to be a great group.  Can't wait!  Planning on a couple days in San Fransisco before the rally.  Should be another great road trip!

Derek
If things go to plan, Alan and I might be able to ride along with you, if you wouldn't mind.
As time gets closer, we'll see what days work out the best.

Leon
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Derek Young on January 16, 2013, 08:30:48 AM

[/quote]
If things go to plan, Alan and I might be able to ride along with you, if you wouldn't mind.
As time gets closer, we'll see what days work out the best.

Leon
[/quote]
So far we are planning on taking I5 to San Fran with the bikes in the truck, couple days of touistin in the city, then the rally.  probably won't be riding until the rally.  Keep in touch though.  Plans could be modified :yes:

Derek
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Mark Olson on January 16, 2013, 01:01:20 PM
oh crap missed the boat on the kabins , I better get crackin. time to call the marlboro man Zari.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Firehawk068 on January 16, 2013, 03:11:16 PM
Quote from: Mark Olson on January 16, 2013, 01:01:20 PM
oh crap missed the boat on the kabins , I better get crackin. time to call the marlboro man Zari.

Call the KOA. They more than likely still have Kabins available. They have somewhere around 40 of them there. Chances are there are open ones.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Klavdy on January 16, 2013, 07:33:48 PM
Quote from: baldy3853 on January 16, 2013, 04:46:30 AM
Quote from: Klavdy on January 15, 2013, 06:43:24 PM
$120 a night now?
Jeez, do they tickle your balls for that too?
I hear your the tickler Klav thats why your room is so cheap  :rofl2:
No worries buddy, I'll tickle your balls as I give you a reach around, its all part of the service.
Well, it has been said if you can't get a hot chick, get a clean old dude with a beard.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Zari on January 17, 2013, 01:22:04 PM
Just booked a Cabin today for Mark O and myself.....  Cabin #272.  Seems 273 and 274 are still available.  Go get em..

Andy, we could probably accommodate you if there are bunk beds.  Looking forward to it!
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: giantkiller on January 17, 2013, 04:56:45 PM
Quote from: Zari on January 17, 2013, 01:22:04 PM
Just booked a Cabin today for Mark O and myself.....  Cabin #272.  Seems 273 and 274 are still available.  Go get em..

Andy, we could probably accommodate you if there are bunk beds.  Looking forward to it!
I just took 273.
Can't wait to meet more crazed fjer's like myself
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Firehawk068 on January 18, 2013, 02:12:09 PM
Quote from: Zari on January 17, 2013, 01:22:04 PM
Just booked a Cabin today for Mark O and myself.....  Cabin #272.  Seems 273 and 274 are still available.  Go get em..

I already have Kabin 274 booked for me.
I just spoke to the gentleman at the Koa, and as of right now, he is leaving the rest of that row open for our group(Kabins 275 thru 279). He also said he hand a handful of Kabins in other areas of the campground available during that time, so there are still plenty of Kabins available for everyone!
They have a ton of them left, so call and get yours reserved.  :yahoo:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: racerrad8 on January 18, 2013, 03:05:20 PM
Hello Marsh,
I dont know how to send a message to all members. Please forward info. Cabin 267 is available again. I changed our reservations to cabin 257. If everyone has already made their reservations, I would assume it would be ok for the person booked at the end to switch with 267 this way everyone is still all together.
Thx,
Chandra
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: movenon on January 19, 2013, 03:41:43 PM
I reserved site 263, a tent site. There is room if anyone is thinking about tenting it. The site is for 6. I asked what the dimensions of the site was and he didn't know but said it was big enough for two tents ?

George
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: i_am_the_koi on January 29, 2013, 11:18:50 AM
I'm in for atleast one of the days on this, being that I live right close by.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: baldy3853 on February 21, 2013, 12:33:54 AM
Quote from: Klavdy on January 16, 2013, 07:33:48 PM
Quote from: baldy3853 on January 16, 2013, 04:46:30 AM
Quote from: Klavdy on January 15, 2013, 06:43:24 PM
$120 a night now?
Jeez, do they tickle your balls for that too?
I hear your the tickler Klav thats why your room is so cheap  :rofl2:
No worries buddy, I'll tickle your balls as I give you a reach around, its all part of the service.
Well, it has been said if you can't get a hot chick, get a clean old dude with a beard.
The only reaching around will be you grabbing your a## cheecks as you climb off that bloody italian import  :sarcastic: :rofl2:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: i_am_the_koi on February 26, 2013, 09:21:17 PM
Just did what I assume to be the route one of the day to Skaggs, and got the performance award to show for it :dash2:

Will be writing it up and posting pics/videos for ya'll tomorrow or the next day.

Coast side of Skaggs was in awful shape, middle section was better but lots of ice clay still on the road. The good section, was awesome and it was kinda funny to see Bunny (My g/f) get off the bike with a big ole grin on her face.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: FJmonkey on February 26, 2013, 09:26:52 PM
We have an advanced scout, cool, now get all the cool roads..
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: i_am_the_koi on February 26, 2013, 09:35:12 PM
Quote from: FJmonkey on February 26, 2013, 09:26:52 PM
We have an advanced scout, cool, now get all the cool roads..

I actually lead quite a few rides locally through a forum, the Bay Area Riders Forum, or BARF. (http://bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/smilies/twofinger.gif)

I can definitely point out some good roads in the area and some routes that I've done previously that are guud for groups of riders. Let me know what routes you are thinking of and I will make sure to scout them for ya :good2:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: racerrad8 on February 27, 2013, 09:59:23 AM
Quote from: i_am_the_koi on February 26, 2013, 09:21:17 PM
...and got the performance award to show for it :dash2:

You mean you did not see the 200 lb pig near the side of the road...?

We saw one during the renegade rally of 2012, then we got a close up as well.

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: i_am_the_koi on February 27, 2013, 10:33:47 AM
Quote from: racerrad8 on February 27, 2013, 09:59:23 AM
Quote from: i_am_the_koi on February 26, 2013, 09:21:17 PM
...and got the performance award to show for it :dash2:

You mean you did not see the 200 lb pig near the side of the road...?

We saw one during the renegade rally of 2012, then we got a close up as well.

Randy - RPM



Nope, I failed to notice the Leo in the Sheriff truck behind the car behind me when I ducked out to pass the slow ass mexicans in the car in front of me. Those sheriff trucks are quick  :ireful:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: i_am_the_koi on February 27, 2013, 11:51:51 PM
If ya'll wanna know how beautiful the road is, here ya go  :greeting:

A quick video of the good section of Skaggs

Koi On Skaggs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEyAciOqthw#lq-lq2-hq)
[/quote]
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Mark Olson on February 28, 2013, 10:34:56 AM
Quote from: i_am_the_koi on February 27, 2013, 11:51:51 PM
If ya'll wanna know how beautiful the road is, here ya go  :greeting:

A quick video of the good section of Skaggs


good vid of the road . counted 4 cars and 1 motorcycle coming the other way.

the road is starting to look a little worn , saw tar snakes at 9 min into the vid . still in good shape , I just hope they don't tar it up before the rally.

where you ended is where we take the fj photos overlooking the lake.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: i_am_the_koi on February 28, 2013, 11:44:56 AM
Quote from: Mark Olson on February 28, 2013, 10:34:56 AM
Quote from: i_am_the_koi on February 27, 2013, 11:51:51 PM
If ya'll wanna know how beautiful the road is, here ya go  :greeting:

A quick video of the good section of Skaggs


good vid of the road . counted 4 cars and 1 motorcycle coming the other way.

the road is starting to look a little worn , saw tar snakes at 9 min into the vid . still in good shape , I just hope they don't tar it up before the rally.

where you ended is where we take the fj photos overlooking the lake.

Yeah, that overlook is a great spot and if you're guud you can pull your bike right down to the overlook itself...

The tar snakes weren't really bad until you got to the East side of the road, then there were a couple that made me uncomfortable.

Did you see the dead boar on the road? That was a new one for me on Skaggs  :unknown:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Mark Olson on March 01, 2013, 10:40:10 AM
the dead boar was a new feature of the road .  skunks and other critters I have seen there before and usually the broken bits of an R-1 .
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: skymasteres on April 11, 2013, 11:12:40 AM
Hey guys, I know I missed the rally last year (Since I went way down the rabbit hole with my project)
But I'm shooting to get this thing finished by the end of the month.

Does anyone possibly want to share a cabin? (I'd need two spots as I'd be brining my girlfriend.)
I'd be willing to split the cost with you. (It just seems dumb to me to rent a 4-6 person cabin for two)

Otherwise I'll just pack the tent.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Klavdy on April 11, 2013, 06:55:54 PM
You need to post pics of yer chick.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: skymasteres on April 11, 2013, 07:04:13 PM
Quote from: Klavdy on April 11, 2013, 06:55:54 PM
You need to post pics of yer chick.

Lol, there already is one in the build thread :p
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Marsh White on April 11, 2013, 09:29:50 PM
Hey guys - just a heads up that I received a message from the KOA that some of the deposits for the Kabins hadn't been paid yet and that they would have to release those Kabins soon.  I didn't even know that you could make a reservation without a deposit - but I thought I'd pass the message along anyway.  I've been working my ass off and sparse on this forum lately...I'm sorry about that...reading all of your posts is normally one of the highlights of my day.  I can't wait to see everyone at the WCR soon!   :good2:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: giantkiller on April 11, 2013, 09:49:17 PM
I just got my deposit back. Had to cancel out. My nephew decided to get married the same weekend as the rally. If I don't show up my family will disown me. I canceled my sabbatical too. Was looking forward to spending a month riding around the country. With the rally in the middle. Guess I'll have to make it next year.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: movenon on April 11, 2013, 10:27:21 PM
Looking forward to being there. Old and slow but, there  :good2:
George
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Klavdy on April 12, 2013, 02:08:47 AM
Quote from: Marsh White on April 11, 2013, 09:29:50 PM
Hey guys - just a heads up that I received a message from the KOA that some of the deposits for the Kabins hadn't been paid yet and that they would have to release those Kabins soon.  I didn't even know that you could make a reservation without a deposit - but I thought I'd pass the message along anyway.  I've been working my ass off and sparse on this forum lately...I'm sorry about that...reading all of your posts is normally one of the highlights of my day.  I can't wait to see everyone at the WCR soon!   :good2:

You can relax , Buddy.
I found the heated clothing lead that's going on the Tuono.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: CatTomb on May 07, 2013, 08:43:42 PM
Quote from: movenon on January 19, 2013, 03:41:43 PM
I reserved site 263, a tent site. There is room if anyone is thinking about tenting it. The site is for 6. I asked what the dimensions of the site was and he didn't know but said it was big enough for two tents ?

George

Hey George,

Looks like I'm going to be able to make it down and would appreciate sharing your tent site.  :hi:

I'm riding down from Central Oregon past Crater Lake and down the NorCal coast.

https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Sisters,+OR&daddr=42.9708381,-122.152834+to:41.3832384,-123.9950713+to:39.0987456,-123.7054164+to:38.529976,-123.267009+to:Petaluma,+CA&hl=en&ll=40.092781,-123.272095&spn=1.548504,3.56781&sll=38.710161,-123.353119&sspn=0.789765,1.783905&geocode=FYXTowIdZE7B-Cmp8Sx8tDC_VDFUVXeShSndhQ%3BFdaujwIdfhi4-CmzpZnaaj_GVDGh8BbzixJF7w%3BFUZ1dwIdQfyb-Cmnlt55zgDRVDFsQqz2sWNPag%3BFXmZVAIduGeg-Cl9_qmIrQaBgDEsovQsaVJN9A%3BFbjrSwIdPxin-ClzIe2z0LqGgDGP6Vup79hKaw%3BFWFhRwIdlLaw-ClNDHTCjEqEgDHyYi1kNbj_qw&oq=pet&mra=dpe&mrsp=4&sz=10&via=1,2,3,4&t=m&z=9&source=gplus-ogsb (https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Sisters,+OR&daddr=42.9708381,-122.152834+to:41.3832384,-123.9950713+to:39.0987456,-123.7054164+to:38.529976,-123.267009+to:Petaluma,+CA&hl=en&ll=40.092781,-123.272095&spn=1.548504,3.56781&sll=38.710161,-123.353119&sspn=0.789765,1.783905&geocode=FYXTowIdZE7B-Cmp8Sx8tDC_VDFUVXeShSndhQ%3BFdaujwIdfhi4-CmzpZnaaj_GVDGh8BbzixJF7w%3BFUZ1dwIdQfyb-Cmnlt55zgDRVDFsQqz2sWNPag%3BFXmZVAIduGeg-Cl9_qmIrQaBgDEsovQsaVJN9A%3BFbjrSwIdPxin-ClzIe2z0LqGgDGP6Vup79hKaw%3BFWFhRwIdlLaw-ClNDHTCjEqEgDHyYi1kNbj_qw&oq=pet&mra=dpe&mrsp=4&sz=10&via=1,2,3,4&t=m&z=9&source=gplus-ogsb)

I'll probably leave on Wednesday and stop for a night midway. Really looking forward to meeting everyone and thanking you all in person for your help and guidance.

Jeff
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: movenon on May 08, 2013, 07:36:58 PM
Quote from: CatTomb on May 07, 2013, 08:43:42 PM
Quote from: movenon on January 19, 2013, 03:41:43 PM
I reserved site 263, a tent site. There is room if anyone is thinking about tenting it. The site is for 6. I asked what the dimensions of the site was and he didn't know but said it was big enough for two tents ?

George

Hey George,

Looks like I'm going to be able to make it down and would appreciate sharing your tent site.  :hi:

I'm riding down from Central Oregon past Crater Lake and down the NorCal coast.

https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Sisters,+OR&daddr=42.9708381,-122.152834+to:41.3832384,-123.9950713+to:39.0987456,-123.7054164+to:38.529976,-123.267009+to:Petaluma,+CA&hl=en&ll=40.092781,-123.272095&spn=1.548504,3.56781&sll=38.710161,-123.353119&sspn=0.789765,1.783905&geocode=FYXTowIdZE7B-Cmp8Sx8tDC_VDFUVXeShSndhQ%3BFdaujwIdfhi4-CmzpZnaaj_GVDGh8BbzixJF7w%3BFUZ1dwIdQfyb-Cmnlt55zgDRVDFsQqz2sWNPag%3BFXmZVAIduGeg-Cl9_qmIrQaBgDEsovQsaVJN9A%3BFbjrSwIdPxin-ClzIe2z0LqGgDGP6Vup79hKaw%3BFWFhRwIdlLaw-ClNDHTCjEqEgDHyYi1kNbj_qw&oq=pet&mra=dpe&mrsp=4&sz=10&via=1,2,3,4&t=m&z=9&source=gplus-ogsb (https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Sisters,+OR&daddr=42.9708381,-122.152834+to:41.3832384,-123.9950713+to:39.0987456,-123.7054164+to:38.529976,-123.267009+to:Petaluma,+CA&hl=en&ll=40.092781,-123.272095&spn=1.548504,3.56781&sll=38.710161,-123.353119&sspn=0.789765,1.783905&geocode=FYXTowIdZE7B-Cmp8Sx8tDC_VDFUVXeShSndhQ%3BFdaujwIdfhi4-CmzpZnaaj_GVDGh8BbzixJF7w%3BFUZ1dwIdQfyb-Cmnlt55zgDRVDFsQqz2sWNPag%3BFXmZVAIduGeg-Cl9_qmIrQaBgDEsovQsaVJN9A%3BFbjrSwIdPxin-ClzIe2z0LqGgDGP6Vup79hKaw%3BFWFhRwIdlLaw-ClNDHTCjEqEgDHyYi1kNbj_qw&oq=pet&mra=dpe&mrsp=4&sz=10&via=1,2,3,4&t=m&z=9&source=gplus-ogsb)

I'll probably leave on Wednesday and stop for a night midway. Really looking forward to meeting everyone and thanking you all in person for your help and guidance.

Jeff

As per the PM I sent, your in. Just bring the FJ minus any rain..... :). That puts 3 of use on that site with bikes it will be full.  :yahoo: :yahoo: :drinks:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: racerrad8 on May 18, 2013, 01:12:19 PM
This week in Petaluma...

The 40 year anniversary of the filming of the movie American Graffiti.
http://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2013/05/17/petaluma-set-to-celebrate-40-years-of-american-graffiti/ (http://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2013/05/17/petaluma-set-to-celebrate-40-years-of-american-graffiti/)

The movie was a George Lucas production and is based on the cruising scene of Modesto California.

George Lucas was a classmate of my mother in the late 50's, I was born and raised in Modesto and currently work there for my "day job".

Now, I will be in Petaluma in a couple weeks and I only mention it because there is a lot of coincidences.

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: fj11.5 on May 18, 2013, 07:11:14 PM
Cool, that's one of my favorite movies :good2:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: baldy3853 on May 19, 2013, 03:18:36 AM
yes I was one of the stars back when I had hair  :sarcastic: and will be there this year.......... 11 days to go woo hoo  :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo:
Baldy
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: movenon on May 21, 2013, 04:57:51 PM
Getting with in the window for a 10 day weather forcast for Petaluma.
May 29
Sunny 75 high /52 low, 10% chance of rain Wind SW at 13mph

Thu May 30
Sunny 77 high / 52 low, 0% chance of rain, Wind WSW at 14mph

George :good2: :good2: :good2:
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: pdxfj on May 21, 2013, 06:15:27 PM
Ummm... now where did I put the Thermite...
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: The General on May 23, 2013, 03:47:10 PM
Quote from: baldy3853 on May 19, 2013, 03:18:36 AM
...and will be there this year.......... 11 days to go woo hoo  :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo:
Baldy

Hey Baldy, what flight are ya on? I think that day is wifey's birthday...Might take her for coffee at one of those posche international coffee shops! ...while I`m there I might make sure that lottery ticket money will get through Airport red tape - both ways!
It`d be a shame if we have ta go over there individually (or vice versa) just to comply with customs!  (popcorn)
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Marsh White on May 24, 2013, 05:29:36 PM
I just found these old links I created 8 years ago for our Petaluma Ride routes.  Tried and proven - they are good ones!

Ride 1:http://www.fjrally.com/PetalumaRide1a.htm (http://www.fjrally.com/PetalumaRide1a.htm)
Here is the map to print: http://www.fjrally.com/HiResRide1.gif (http://www.fjrally.com/HiResRide1.gif)

Ride 2:http://www.fjrally.com/Ride2.htm (http://www.fjrally.com/Ride2.htm)
Here is the map to print: http://www.fjrally.com/images/ride2highresbigger.gif (http://www.fjrally.com/images/ride2highresbigger.gif)
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: 1tinindian on May 24, 2013, 09:09:51 PM
Very exciting Marsh.
I can't wait to get out there.
Thunderstorms here for the rest of the weekend, I hope the weather improves the farther west I go!.

Leon
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: Mark Olson on May 27, 2013, 11:45:04 PM
so ahh , who's bringing firewood?

I am bringing about enough for the first night or so.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: FJmonkey on May 28, 2013, 07:59:21 AM
Quote from: Mark Olson on May 27, 2013, 11:45:04 PM
so ahh , who's bringing firewood?

I am bringing about enough for the first night or so.

Riding up, no room for firewood, but I can pitch in some money to cover the cost.
Title: Re: 2013 West Coast Rally Information
Post by: movenon on May 28, 2013, 06:56:58 PM
Rain for 380 miles..... At NAS Fallon for the night. Bike needs an adjustment noting a hammer will not fix  :rofl2:
George