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Title: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: racerrad8 on May 30, 2017, 06:10:20 PM
This is where we will be documenting all of the fun in the sun of the 2017 WCR.

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Klavdy on May 30, 2017, 06:22:13 PM
You really should ride "MOSQUITO RIDGE ROAD" & "Wentworth Springs Road"
Have fun!

https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Mosquito+Ridge+Road,+California/Coloma,+CA/@39.0013855,-120.7667687,12.5z/data= (https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Mosquito+Ridge+Road,+California/Coloma,+CA/@39.0013855,-120.7667687,12.5z/data=)!4m13!4m12!1m5!1m1!1s0x809bba01b738450b:0x11e6e6ca93d9273a!2m2!1d-120.6270652!2d39.0542162!1m5!1m1!1s0x809a5561112ec537:0x32b610d632790d50!2m2!1d-120.8902916!2d38.7999214
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: racerrad8 on May 30, 2017, 07:26:22 PM
Here are some other ride routes as well. I have attached the PDF copies as well.

Thanks to Mark and Craig for their effort on the routes.

Randy - RPM

1) https://tinyurl.com/ya8tmz8x  (https://tinyurl.com/ya8tmz8x)                          Ice House / Wentworth Springs:  SOUTH

Ice House via Salmon Falls Rd- Salmon Falls to Plymouth to Mt Aukum to Ice House
4 hrs  21 min by car / 149 miles-  Mark reminded me of this route—It's a good one
LUNCH and FUEL:  Fresh Pond Market and Gas, Fresh Pond, CA      Off Hwy 50
Route Mile Marker: 78 miles

2) https://tinyurl.com/y6utbhke (https://tinyurl.com/y6utbhke) 
                          Kirkwood / South Lake Tahoe:  SOUTH

Kirkwood-  faster roads:  Coloma to Kirkwood to So Lake Tahoe: South Ride to Kirkwood : 4 hr 4 min by car at 160 miles
LUNCH -  Kirkwood Inn and Saloon, Kirkwood, CA:  On 88 Hwy- Route Mile Marker:  73 miles
FUEL-  Meyers, CA / at Hwy 89 and Hwy 50 Intersection – Route Mile Marker: 99 miles

3) https://tinyurl.com/y7vv8l2r (https://tinyurl.com/y7vv8l2r) 
                            Graeagle / Lake Oroville:  NORTH   

Hardcore saddle sore-  Good one though:  Coloma to Quincy to Brush Creek to Bullard's Bar Reservoir:
NORTH RIDE- Longer-  8 hr 20 min by car :  at 306 miles
LUNCH and FUEL:  Graeagle / Blairsden, CA:  Route Mile Marker:  135 miles, with other gas stations along the route

ALTERNATIVES:

4) https://tinyurl.com/ycyg6rhg  (https://tinyurl.com/ycyg6rhg)                           Graeagle / Blairsden : NORTH (Alternative to #3)

6 hr 54 min / 279 miles
LUNCH and FUEL:  LUNCH and FUEL:  Graeagle / Blairsden, CA:  Route Mile Marker:  135 miles, with other gas stations along the route
Coyote Bar and grill or Graeagle Restaurant


5) https://tinyurl.com/yd77ckdn (https://tinyurl.com/yd77ckdn)                            Sly Park / Ice House:  SOUTH  (Alternate to #1)


- Coloma to Ice House to Sly Park to Plymouth:  4 hr by car, at 136 miles
LUNCH and FUEL:  Fresh Pond Market and Gas, Fresh Pond, CA      Off Hwy 50
Route Mile Marker: 70 miles
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Klavdy on May 30, 2017, 10:47:10 PM
Number three is a belter, a really good ride, that "Bucks lake" road from Oroville to Quincy is a must ride, and I'd recommend doing it clockwise, then coming back down "La Porte" rather than the 49.
Happy Trails!
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: 1tinindian on May 31, 2017, 12:26:28 AM
Cory and I are having cheese and crackers with fancy beer in our air conditioned accommodations with Alan planning our ride to the coast tomorrow. See you when we get back to camp late evening.
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Mark Olson on May 31, 2017, 02:18:59 AM
Hey earlybirds.. ride west to stay out of the rain.  Heading to the coast is a great Idea.
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Zari on May 31, 2017, 09:08:13 PM
Quote from: Klavdy on May 30, 2017, 10:47:10 PM
Number three is a belter, a really good ride, that "Bucks lake" road from Oroville to Quincy is a must ride, and I'd recommend doing it clockwise, then coming back down "La Porte" rather than the 49.
Happy Trails!

Thats a good suggestion Klavdy, I think one of the rides were through La Porte, but coming in from Hwy 49. Clockwise is from Oroville is great- to be discussed at camp-re: Mosquito...I believe it's pretty rough from our winter
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Zari on May 31, 2017, 09:30:37 PM
An additional Ride as suggested by Klavdy.  I believe this is accurate....also a good ride!!

https://tinyurl.com/ycgsthru

Lake Oroville to Quincy via Hwy 70-  Back down La Porte Rd

Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: racerrad8 on May 31, 2017, 11:36:33 PM
Somebody broke the cardinal rally rule...

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: FJmonkey on June 01, 2017, 12:09:35 AM
Is that aluminum? As in pulled threads?
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Klavdy on June 01, 2017, 03:58:10 AM
Quote from: Zari on May 31, 2017, 09:30:37 PM
An additional Ride as suggested by Klavdy.  I believe this is accurate....also a good ride!!

https://tinyurl.com/ycgsthru

Lake Oroville to Quincy via Hwy 70-  Back down La Porte Rd



Go north on "BUCKS LAKE ROAD", not Hwy 70, much better ride!
Title: Re: Post 2017 WCR FJ Sighting
Post by: racerrad8 on June 04, 2017, 09:09:18 PM
Passed a dark blue 89 heading west on 49 about 15 miles outside of Downieville.

Was it a 2017 WCR attendee?

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Mike 86 in San Dimas on June 04, 2017, 09:22:58 PM
Tina, Rusty, Mike back home. Well almost. Thanks Randy, Chandra, Robert, Ryan, and spouses. We had a great time! Margarita time.
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: andyoutandabout on June 04, 2017, 10:08:40 PM
Long live the WCR.
It was a whole new level of excellence
Mammoth props to Randy and family for making it all a reality.
This event should be considered FJ legend.
(Get it, like with, you know, the car thing and all)
Andy
Oh and those roads, and that food, and the trophies, and the raffle, and the weather, and all them there mad buggers who rode like the wind, and the.................
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: racerrad8 on June 04, 2017, 10:14:32 PM
The place is almost empty this year on Sunday...that's right almost...

Frank and Diane stayed over for Sunday night as well this year.

Once Frank slept it off (more on that later), we headed out for 225 miles of FJ bliss. We tore up 49, stopped in Downieville and had lunch. We continued east to 89. South on 89 to Truckee, down to Donner Lake, some more twisties before an all out rocket run back to Coloma.

As I was typing this post, I hear a rustling in the bushes. Out walks a deer and her offspring.

There is nothing like a great day of hearing the sweet sounds of the FJ singing at 8-10K all day followed up by the evening spent around an open fire.

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Mike 86 in San Dimas on June 04, 2017, 10:33:39 PM
Quote from: Mike 86 in San Dimas on June 04, 2017, 09:22:58 PM
Tina, Rusty, Mike back home. Well almost. Thanks Randy, Chandra, Robert, Ryan, and spouses. We had a great time! Margarita time.
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Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: fjbiker84 on June 05, 2017, 11:05:49 AM
1233 miles total for the WCR trip, used 35.5 gallons of premium, a few ounces of oil and lost 1 lb of air pressure in the rear tire.  Followed that mighty FJ1400 all of the way there and most of the way home and still have a clean driving record.... Thanks again to all!  One of those life experiences I'll never forget.
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Mike Ramos on June 05, 2017, 11:52:09 AM
Quote from: andyoutandabout on June 04, 2017, 10:08:40 PM
Long live the WCR.
It was a whole new level of excellence
Mammoth props to Randy and family for making it all a reality.
This event should be considered FJ legend.
(Get it, like with, you know, the car thing and all)
Andy
Oh and those roads, and that food, and the trophies, and the raffle, and the weather, and all them there mad buggers who rode like the wind, and the.................

YES, what a gathering - much appreciation to the RPM family for the great food and fun; the time dedicated & the organizational skills involved...

Oh my, and the riding too - what a delight...!  The riding with Misters Z, F, O and Mr. B's buddy Mr.C...!

So I hear rumors there is good riding over in Colorado - maybe, but it will not surpass the 2017 WCR...!

So Mr. French, see you in a few days & I reckon we'll see where the best roads are...

Ride safe everyone.







Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Flynt on June 05, 2017, 07:01:16 PM
Quote from: racerrad8 on June 04, 2017, 10:14:32 PM
Once Frank slept it off (more on that later)...

So here's my side before the truth comes out...  or the "fake news" if you will.

Steve (aka that Canadian Prick) changed the game by naming me DRINKS BITCH...  we always assumed it was recognition for causing others to serve your dumb-ass...  like when Steve broke his chain last year and he needed some help.  But no, even a nice guy just trying to keep up without breaking his shit can get the duty.  So be it...  mine is a new path.

I went about the job with an enthusiastic intent to set a new bar...  I collected drink orders at dinner, I always accepted a request for a beer (at least until I only had one beer left...  more from Randy on that later I'd guess), and generally tried to drink everyone under the table to the best of my ability.  Much of the detail escaped me, but I remember having a real breakthrough conversation with Chandra, a couple of arm wrestling goes with Zari (yep, beer muscles), some moments where vertigo symptoms overtook me, and several trips to my cabin to retrieve beers...

Anyway, great times and an amazing follow-up to the RPM renegade rally.  Can we make Petaluma even better or do we wait for the next big anniversary?

Frank

PS - Ron - really sorry about missing you, but I blame Steve.  I thought I heard a knock at one point, but didn't get to the door quickly enough...  and then it was 1030 and you were long gone.  I'll meet up with you and we'll do some riding if you like.

PSS - Steve - Thanks for assigning me the duty.  Now Frenchie (Andy) has it for next year and it's not the badge of shame it was I hope...  a man needs a maid...
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Mike 86 in San Dimas on June 05, 2017, 07:26:50 PM
Frank ...maybe the best drinks bitch ever! Your a good  sport. Good times.
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Firehawk068 on June 05, 2017, 11:26:00 PM
Awesome Rally with Great Friends, and Great Roads!

After the trek across Nevada yesterday, spent the night Solo camping in the High-Desert at a site that Cap'n Ron pointed me to...............

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Made it home safely back to Denver around 7:45 this evening.

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The only casualty of the Rally that I'm aware of, was Mario suffered a dislocated Hip and lost his right leg somewhere on either Icehouse or Wentworth Springs road...........
He took it in stride though, and still wears his Happy Face. He'll undergo surgery and be fitted with a suitable replacement Leg.

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It was great to see everyone again, and meet some new faces.
These things just keep getting better and better!
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: pdxfj on June 06, 2017, 12:29:42 PM
Chris and I had a great ride home.  We hit Klamath falls about 4pm and decided to ride the rest of the way home instead of stopping in Bend for the night.  He made it to Hood River about 10:30 and I pulled into my driveway about 10:50.  Roughly 675 miles in about 14 hours, with stops is not bad.

I can say going north on the 135 out of Susanville to Susanville Rd. is a beautiful stretch of road.  Great scenery and no traffic.  I would take that route home again without even hesitating. 

Great rally and it seems everyone had a good time.  No performance awards which is always nice.

Hope to make it next year and I'll do better with the thermite.  Bad mix since I didn't really have a way to properly distribute the aluminum into the iron oxide.. 
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: 1tinindian on June 06, 2017, 12:55:11 PM
Cory  and I made it back to his place at 8pm, Monday night to unload his bike, and I was back home about 30 minutes later.

Special thanks to Randy and the RPM gang for throwing a wiz-bang event.
The catered food was top-notch.
And the end of rally competitions were a lot of fun.

My dearest friends, D&D, Capt Ron, and Alan made our outings one to remember.
Ron's leadership in our routes and knowledge of the area were key in making our rides so spectacular.
Thanks to Alan for the SF trip on Wednesday. We have started a tradition I'd like to see continue!!

I have no idea how many miles I rode during the rally, but I put a grand total of 3742 miles on my truck getting there and back, all trouble free miles on top of that.

Take care my friends! Thanks for all the after hours laughs!!
Leon

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Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: 1tinindian on June 06, 2017, 01:16:45 PM
I finally had a chance to use my mounted spare at this years rally.

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Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: 1tinindian on June 06, 2017, 01:21:20 PM
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Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: 1tinindian on June 06, 2017, 01:26:34 PM
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Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Mark Olson on June 07, 2017, 03:12:17 AM
Made it home safely ... 30 min ride.  :wacko1:

Great rally with great people .
special mention to the following.
Rpm Randy and family for setting up the campsite and the food and awards and the raffle and the .....
Frank aka Flint for being an awesome drinks bitch.
Steve for being a great socialite and as outspoken as ever.
Garth for letting me take his FZ 1 for a nice rip ,, WOW that was fun.
Mike (skymaster) for listening to reason and removing that silly helmet muppet and not crashing this rally. thank you.

special thanks to all the people who donated to the " save our children "charity org.
FJ owners are wonderful people.
an update on the event will be posted .
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Pat Conlon on June 07, 2017, 07:00:04 PM
Yes, a great rally....really the new "gold standard" thanks to Randy and his family.
He really put a hell of a lot of thought and effort into making this thing work.

Wait until you guys see the pictures of the trophies Randy, Robert, and Ryan fabricated.
They are works of art....all made out of FJ parts. Incredible.

Mark O and Craig Z, sorry it took so long for me to discover the Ice House Hwy. You guys have been talking about this jewel for about 8 years now....What a great ride with Randy and Robert leading the way.

Thanks guys for another great rally.
Hope to make it to the Fall Rally in Oakdale, if not, see you in Pet-the-Tuna.

Thanks again Randy! 

Pat.
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Firehawk068 on June 08, 2017, 04:32:44 PM
Quote from: 1tinindian on June 06, 2017, 12:55:11 PM

I have no idea how many miles I rode during the rally,


You pretty much rode the exact same ride routes that I did, aside from taking the short trip into Placerville for the ATM stop.
According to my GPS I rode 923 miles on the FJ while I was there for Rally Week. You and Cory probably have somewhere around 950?
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Zari on June 09, 2017, 10:35:48 AM
What can I say....like most posted here.  Great Rally, Great People and Great Rides!  It was good to hear many of the long haulers put a great deal of miles on these roads.  Capn Ron lead his group of adventurers through the Pines and more.  And they always bring home great pictures and stories of the day.

Excellent Rally organization by Randy and Family....RPM!  As usual, he put a lot of thought into this one. Great BBQ for our dinners were catered.  Kudo's to Robert and Ryan on the Trophy's ... impressive artful design and craftsmanship!  Maybe they should stay in the family some how?  Thanks for all your work and effort Randy!

Frank, it looks like I came in second place in the "beer muscle building" contest on Sat evening... a little spirited I might say, but worth it.  What a hoot.

Exhilarating rides with my specific group of misfits... Mike Ramos, Rick, MarkO, LA Mike, ... and Frank and Dianne (the secret ) -- and our long lost Andy showed up for the Saturday ride!!!!! who'd I leave out.  Glad to meet all the new comers---  Jeff Cox, Norm, Jeffrey, Tim....  who'd I leave out?

Hope everybody had as good a time as I did...let's see if we can make it to Father Pat's "Pet a Tuna" next year-
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: giantkiller on June 09, 2017, 12:24:19 PM
Quote from: 1tinindian on June 06, 2017, 01:16:45 PM
I finally had a chance to use my mounted spare at this years rally.

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Yep looks like your spare is polished too
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: 1tinindian on June 09, 2017, 02:02:54 PM
Quote from: Firehawk068 on June 08, 2017, 04:32:44 PM
Quote from: 1tinindian on June 06, 2017, 12:55:11 PM

I have no idea how many miles I rode during the rally,


Good info Alan, thanks!

You pretty much rode the exact same ride routes that I did, aside from taking the short trip into Placerville for the ATM stop.
According to my GPS I rode 923 miles on the FJ while I was there for Rally Week. You and Cory probably have somewhere around 950?
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: 1tinindian on June 09, 2017, 02:03:28 PM
Quote from: giantkiller on June 09, 2017, 12:24:19 PM
Quote from: 1tinindian on June 06, 2017, 01:16:45 PM
I finally had a chance to use my mounted spare at this years rally.

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Yep looks like your spare is polished too

Of course it is!
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: ZOA NOM on June 10, 2017, 08:38:44 AM
Wow. Just wow. Can't say how much I needed the getaway. SO grateful to Mike Ramos for his generosity and friendship. I had such a good weekend all-around. My "sketchy" bike carrier worked flawlessly, and I recommend it for anyone who wants to shed the fuss of a trailer or the scary prospect of loading the bike into the bed of your truck. I couldn't have had more fun than I did with the "Four Horsemen" whose enthusiasm seemed to push us beyond our "leisurely" rides into a more aggressive pace at every opportunity. The good news is that we seemed to mesh well, and I think we all trusted each other in close quarters, which was a pleasure. Craig Zari set a PERFECT pace, and the four of us, myself, Andy, Mike and Craig really put in some wonderful miles.

Randy and Chandra, as usual, put together another magnificent event, and I hope everyone who attended finds a way to show their appreciation for their efforts. It really was a first-class event.

Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: fjbiker84 on June 10, 2017, 06:34:55 PM
Does anyone have a photo taken Saturday morning of all the bikes AND the owners standing beside them?  I took several of all the bikes lined up but I know we also had shots taken with us standing behind our bikes.
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Capn Ron on June 11, 2017, 02:49:47 AM
To put a rally into words would be a difficult task, but I'll give it a try...

It started a few days early again this year as a few of us somehow can't get enough of friendships and camping and riding.  Over near the Rally location from two years ago, we did our share of exploring...Mono Lake, The ghost town of Bodie, Monitor Pass, discussing life around a campfire at Twin Lakes.  Then it was over to Coloma...a location I'm sure will be revisited again for the accommodations and proximity to some epic motorcycle roads!  Ice House, Wentworth Springs, the 193, Salmon Falls...That's all just a bonus...it's really the people that make a rally.  Many thanks go out to The RPM family for their efforts.  Fantastic dinners, fun and games and those trophies...seriously?

I lead a couple of rides and the biggest joy for me was hearing Donna tell me "that road was a twelve out of a possible ten!!"  Smiles all the way around!  Having Andy in my rear view mirror for countless miles was a joy...only to be replaced by Leon and Cory the next day...and then doing the high-speed dance up Ice House Road and Wentworth Springs road with Alan on my six was nothing short of spectacular!

Back at camp, I was thrilled to catch up with some of the regulars...Craig, always with a smiling face brought along his better half.  A serious game of pick up sticks over at San Dimas Mike's camp had us all laughing well into the night!  Was excellent to see Henning again after a year off...in my opinion, you can't have too many Canadians at a rally!  The ever-present Garth did not disappoint with the fire starting...which would not have been possible without Pat's negotiating skills with the "little old lady of firewood."  I still want to know how Frank became "drinks bitch"...a role he seemed to take to heart.  A few new faces...Chris...it was good having you along for the ride...Tim, glad you got your fuel issue sorted out and was great to meet you!  No rally would be complete without "The Cobbler", Skymaster Mike...enjoyed the blueberry this year buddy!  Mr Ramos, Steve, Mark, Jason and Paul...you all add nice color to a rally.  With so many attendees this year, I'm sure I've missed a few.

Each and every year, I am overwhelmed by one thought:  the people I met at the rallies just a few short years ago...people who I didn't even knew existed... are now such a large part of my life...thank you all.

Another outstanding rally is in the books...well looking forward to Petaluma for 2018!   :yahoo:
.
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: ribbert on June 11, 2017, 08:14:14 AM
Quote from: Capn Ron on June 11, 2017, 02:49:47 AM

To put a rally into words would be a difficult task.....


True, but you did a sterling job.

I have only been to two rallies and two manshed days but I understand your sentiments.

Noel
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Mike 86 in San Dimas on June 11, 2017, 09:09:29 PM
Quote from: Capn Ron on June 11, 2017, 02:49:47 AM
A serious game of pick up sticks over at San Dimas Mike's camp had us all laughing well into the night! 
Another outstanding rally is in the books...well looking forward to Petaluma for 2018!   :yahoo:.
The boys prevailed in the finals!  :dance2:
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Capn Ron on June 11, 2017, 10:35:26 PM
Quote from: Mike 86 in San Dimas on June 11, 2017, 09:09:29 PM
Quote from: Capn Ron on June 11, 2017, 02:49:47 AM
A serious game of pick up sticks over at San Dimas Mike's camp had us all laughing well into the night! 
Another outstanding rally is in the books...well looking forward to Petaluma for 2018!   :yahoo:.
The boys prevailed in the finals!  :dance2:

High five buddy!   :yahoo:
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Firehawk068 on June 12, 2017, 08:00:41 AM
Quote from: fjbiker84 on June 10, 2017, 06:34:55 PM
Does anyone have a photo taken Saturday morning of all the bikes AND the owners standing beside them?  I took several of all the bikes lined up but I know we also had shots taken with us standing behind our bikes.

I have a couple that Donna took with my iphone.
I can e-mail them to you.
I'll be working on posting all my photos very soon. Probably in the form of a "Picture-Video" like I did with the Colorado Rally last year.
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: racerrad8 on June 12, 2017, 11:26:25 AM
Quote from: fjbiker84 on June 10, 2017, 06:34:55 PM
Does anyone have a photo taken Saturday morning of all the bikes AND the owners standing beside them?  I took several of all the bikes lined up but I know we also had shots taken with us standing behind our bikes.

Here is one that was sent to me on Monday following the WCR that was posted on FB.

Unfortunately all of us are not in the photo.

I will have all of my photos posted up in the next couple of weeks with a report.

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Capn Ron on June 12, 2017, 05:26:07 PM
Quote from: racerrad8 on June 12, 2017, 11:26:25 AM

Here is one that was sent to me on Monday following the WCR that was posted on FB.

Unfortunately all of us are not in the photo.

I will have all of my photos posted up in the next couple of weeks with a report.

Randy - RPM

Surely, someone has a better shot than this...good lord, there were 20 cameras out!   :good2:
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Firehawk068 on June 13, 2017, 09:08:09 AM
Here ya go!
26 FJs in the photo.
We had one '84 missing, cause Redbeard left before the line-up photo. I believe there were 27 FJs at the Rally.

(http://i859.photobucket.com/albums/ab154/firehawk068/Rally%20photos/2017%20West%20Coast%20Rally/846DB9F9-DBFF-4ED0-BAFC-80F9CE870A91_zpsp9s4g8zl.jpg) (http://s859.photobucket.com/user/firehawk068/media/Rally%20photos/2017%20West%20Coast%20Rally/846DB9F9-DBFF-4ED0-BAFC-80F9CE870A91_zpsp9s4g8zl.jpg.html)

(http://i859.photobucket.com/albums/ab154/firehawk068/Rally%20photos/2017%20West%20Coast%20Rally/432F215A-A700-4F25-A3AA-270B9C22C718_zpskcvcmlrp.jpg) (http://s859.photobucket.com/user/firehawk068/media/Rally%20photos/2017%20West%20Coast%20Rally/432F215A-A700-4F25-A3AA-270B9C22C718_zpskcvcmlrp.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: racerrad8 on June 13, 2017, 10:46:37 AM
Quote from: Firehawk068 on June 13, 2017, 09:08:09 AM
Here ya go!
26 FJs in the photo.
We had one '84 missing, cause Redbeard left before the line-up photo. I believe there were 27 FJs at the Rally.

We had a total of 28 FJ attend this years WCR.

Redbeard (Nathan) was able to ride in Friday night for dinner and comradery and Mattman (Matt) rode in Saturday morning, with his buddy Terry to ride with us.

Randy - RPM

Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Mike Ramos on June 19, 2017, 09:34:06 AM
Hello everyone,

Here is video from the 2017 West Coast Rally.  Although short in length, the objective is that it captures the intensity of the riding; and said riding was all encompassing.  Without exception it was like this all day & each day... just delightful!

It should be noted that riders depicted are closer that they seem – unfortunately a limitation of the type of camera used. 

Other participants (along with those in the video) are Mr. Olsen & Rick C.  The quiet gentleman LA Mike is in the mix as well.  There may be others but I was rather occupied to do an exact count. 

Flynt is usually in view as well, but apparently the first day he was fortifying himself for the elected position for which he was chosen and the second day he was recovering from the effects of the aforementioned fortifying...

Although there are better camera mounts available, this was the only one that made its' way to the Rally.  Apologies as although I am just a little guy, it seems as if a senior moment happened... or so Mr. Conlon explained to me... or was it a Canadian who explained...?  I can't seem to recall...! 

Yet I do recall that the speedometer is a satellite monitored gauge so the speeds noted are actual speeds even though the speedometer is rotated to allow for a better camera angle.  The 12 o'clock position is 100 mph and it tops at 120 mph.  However, it is not all about speed; before one goes quickly, the slow corners must be taken slowly...

All in good fun gentlemen (and the other fellows too...!)

Put it on full screen and turn up the volume!

Ride safe,

Midget

https://youtu.be/JrJLeWX3bZY
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: racerrad8 on June 20, 2017, 11:30:07 AM
Quote from: jscgdunn on May 26, 2017, 08:31:53 AM
Two geezers made in the fifties. Two bike made in the eighties.  5,000 Kms.  What could go wrong?  We are on way.  Calgary- Kalispel - Grangeville - Snake River Canyon - Baker City - Alturas - Coloma...or something like that depending on roads and weather.

I received an email from Norm that he and Jeff made it back to Canada safely.

He also sent a photo of his Long Haul award.

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: racerrad8 on June 20, 2017, 05:57:55 PM
We are experiencing a heat wave in NorCal this week. By the time it is all done, they are estimating eleven days for temps of 100* F. Yesterday we topped out at 109 in Oakdale and today is going to be 110.

One thing I am glad of, here is this mornings forecast for Placerville where we were a couple of weeks ago...

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: racerrad8 on June 20, 2017, 07:05:24 PM
I am going to start out with my WCR reports with a huge thank you to everyone who attended and participated.

It was great to see old friends, meet new people and gather over the common interest, the Yamaha FJ1100/FJ1200.

It was sad that several of the regular attendees were not able to make it this year.

I want to thank everyone who attended to be a part of the 2017 WCR. From the personal feedback I have received the location was great, the roads are more than plentiful, and the catered meals were exceptionally well received.

We had a little strength contest, suggested by a member who was unable to attend. It was all for fun until LA Mike made it real for the contestants. I'll let the contestants offer their experiences with the contest.

I would like publicly thank some specific people who helped with the seemless effort put into the 2017 WCR.

Jeff Cox, Ron Chase for helping get some of the routes sorted early on.

Craig Zari and Mark Olson for getting the ride routes, including lunch and fuel stops finalized. I know it was short notice, but you guys offered up perfect rides.

Garth, thank you for putting together the AV system. There was a lot of good feedback about being able to watch the days videos in the company of FJ'ers.

Pat Conlon used his fatherly persuasion to get a great deal on the firewood. I hope that "girls church group" never has to buy wood from that vendor and your cover is blown...

Garth again for the Thermite. I do apologize for not knowing we needed a proper way to mix the fire starter ingredients.

Keary and Pam, Thank you. Keary sprained his ankle a couple of days before the WCR. He was unable to get his foot into a riding boot so he could ride. But he and Pam still attended. Both of them were there at a moments notice for anything we needed.

We had three volunteer judges for the "Most Modified" contest: Henning Ulsar, Mark Olson and Keary. I was impressed on the system they established to set a point value to modifications for a fair and unbiased judging of the bikes.

I would like to thank San Dimas Mike for the use of his PA system, who knew you would have that readily available in your trailer. That worked perfectly for the raffle and awards presentation.

My sons Robert and Ryan. Both of them help me immensely.

Robert, Ryan and I designed all of the trophies. With our combined vision of the trophy design, Ryan applied his TIG welding skills and put them all together. Many people referred to the trophies as works of art, and frankly I do not disagree.

Robert helps me each and everyday, from prepping for the WCR to loading up to head out to helping out where ever he can.

The biggest thank you I have to given is to my wife, Chandra. For the moment we started looking for the 2017 WCR location based on the 15th anniversary going back to Placerville. To the loading up to head home after the completion of the 2017 WCR. I have to give her all of the credit for the venue, the catered dinners, the preparation of breakfast, helping where ever she was needed. Helping with the raffle, making sure we had everything handled; she is my rock.

Like they say, behind every good man is a better woman.

Look forward to more of my reports in the coming days.

There are a couple of photos attached for your viewing pleasure. One of them is for our east coast brethren, hopefully someone got it from the front not the back like I have.

Thank you one and all, Randy - RPM

P.S. We cannot forget to hear about the violation of the cardinal rally rule by one of the attendees...
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Urban_Legend on June 20, 2017, 07:08:03 PM
Wow. Great turn out. Looks like much fun was had.

The heat is relative. 109*F (42*c) is a normal summer temp for us in Australia. Engalnd is currenltly sweltering in 77*F (25*C). I do feel for you though. Hope the shop has airconditioning.
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: racerrad8 on June 21, 2017, 01:18:30 PM
Quote from: Urban_Legend on June 20, 2017, 07:08:03 PM
Wow. Great turn out. Looks like much fun was had.The heat is relative. 109*F (42*c) is a normal summer temp for us in Australia. Engalnd is currenltly sweltering in 77*F (25*C). I do feel for you though. Hope the shop has airconditioning.

Nope, no A/C in the shop...Steel roof & brick building; once it gets warmed up it is like an oven.

We get hot and see many 100* plus days annually, but this stretch is breaking records everyday for highest temps and most consecutive days of 100* plus.

San Francisco is even being effected, I am not sure if the made 90* the other day but  know they got real close if they didn't.

We start earlier in the morning when it is cooler and drink a bunch of water.

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Firehawk068 on June 21, 2017, 07:57:10 PM
I'd have to say the trophies that were provided were nothing short of Amazing!

(http://i859.photobucket.com/albums/ab154/firehawk068/Rally%20photos/2017%20West%20Coast%20Rally/1D3AF85F-DBC4-42A9-A3B5-20C6F593882A_zpsnbe4cmlk.jpg) (http://s859.photobucket.com/user/firehawk068/media/Rally%20photos/2017%20West%20Coast%20Rally/1D3AF85F-DBC4-42A9-A3B5-20C6F593882A_zpsnbe4cmlk.jpg.html)

I am not sure, but I believe this is a representation of Pat slaving away at the buffer-wheels  :sarcastic:

(http://i859.photobucket.com/albums/ab154/firehawk068/Rally%20photos/2017%20West%20Coast%20Rally/29F34FAA-C671-4466-A5A9-D3B26C022661_zps79gb3t55.jpg) (http://s859.photobucket.com/user/firehawk068/media/Rally%20photos/2017%20West%20Coast%20Rally/29F34FAA-C671-4466-A5A9-D3B26C022661_zps79gb3t55.jpg.html)

A special "Thank You" goes out to Randy, Chandra, and Sons. The effort put forth into the Location, the Organization, and the Food and Festivities tops all the lists!

I also want to specially thank Cap'n Ron for the very personal "Yamaha" key-chain gifts that he provided. Not many people know, but Ron was in the time-crunch of his life, and in the middle of a stressful move he still found the time to Design, Prototype, Fine-tune, and Make all of these as gifts for everyone.  :drinks: Cheers Brother!
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Flynt on June 21, 2017, 10:22:54 PM
Quote from: Firehawk068 on June 21, 2017, 07:57:10 PM
I'd have to say the trophies that were provided were nothing short of Amazing!

(http://i859.photobucket.com/albums/ab154/firehawk068/Rally%20photos/2017%20West%20Coast%20Rally/1D3AF85F-DBC4-42A9-A3B5-20C6F593882A_zpsnbe4cmlk.jpg) (http://s859.photobucket.com/user/firehawk068/media/Rally%20photos/2017%20West%20Coast%20Rally/1D3AF85F-DBC4-42A9-A3B5-20C6F593882A_zpsnbe4cmlk.jpg.html)

I can tell you the mod trophy Wiz won is proudly displayed at the Flynt abode...  a qualified work of art inspired and executed to perfection.

What a rally!

Frank
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Pat Conlon on June 21, 2017, 11:14:49 PM
Yes, what a rally it was....the new gold standard of FJ rallies. It can not get any better that that...

Thanks again to the Raduechel family!

Yeppers....Notice the smile on my face while working on the buffer?  These are the good 'ole days...life is good
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: jscgdunn on June 25, 2017, 09:09:04 AM
Quote from: racerrad8 on June 20, 2017, 11:30:07 AM
Quote from: jscgdunn on May 26, 2017, 08:31:53 AM
Two geezers made in the fifties. Two bike made in the eighties.  5,000 Kms.  What could go wrong?  We are on way.  Calgary- Kalispel - Grangeville - Snake River Canyon - Baker City - Alturas - Coloma...or something like that depending on roads and weather.

I received an email from Norm that he and Jeff made it back to Canada safely.

He also sent a photo of his Long Haul award.

Randy - RPM

Yes we did get back on the 10th.  Awesome ride in spectacular scenery all the way (well maybe except the Oregon high desert). .  Highlights....the Pincher Creek to Kalispel to Idaho 12.  Idaho 12 to Grangeville and the 95 to Cambridge.  From Coloma we too the 20 to Willits, then to Fort Bragg and up the coast.  we rode around the Olympic Peninsula (note self: when the sign says Rainforest 20 miles, it probably means it will rain!)  Took the ferry from Port Townsend, wa. to the Cascades Highway (20) and then back to Canada at Oysoyoos.  The 3 is incredible  from  Oysoyoos to Castlegar.  Well over 5,000 kms, not to mention the adventure riding up Mosquito Ridge.  No mechanical issues from the two old girls. 

Once again, thanks Randy and company for the organization, and great to see everyone again.

Jeff 
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: racerrad8 on April 06, 2019, 06:52:18 PM
Guys, I have been playing around a little bit with my photos today.

Here is a little video I have complicated: https://youtu.be/nz3UXp94oFs

Enjoy, Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: racerrad8 on April 06, 2019, 07:14:41 PM
Here are the trophy photos:

Long Haul - Awarded to Norm who rode from Canada
Most Modded - Awarded to Flynt with Wizard
Show & Shine - Awarded to Father Pat
Strong Hand - I am sorry, I can't remember who won; Was it Zari?


I do remember who was the first one out of the strong hand competition...Good Ol' Andy.

Remember all of you 2019 WCR attendees, that has earned him the "Drink Bitch" shirt for 2019 since he skipped out trying to avoid it in 2018.

Randy - RPM
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Flynt on April 06, 2019, 07:52:18 PM
Quote from: racerrad8 on April 06, 2019, 07:14:41 PM
Strong Hand - I am sorry, I can't remember who won; Was it Zari?

He and I were the finalists and I gave it to him...  then I gave him the arm wrestling challenge that followed.  He's got a fragile ego...

Frank
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: aviationfred on April 06, 2019, 09:00:50 PM
I really wanted to compete against Frank for the most modified. I think the 89 had a chance to win.



Fred
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: ZOA NOM on April 06, 2019, 11:27:04 PM
It's all about ME!

My vote for 2020 is Coloma. Loved that Rally!
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: andyoutandabout on April 07, 2019, 03:08:46 AM
Good times. 2017 was a banner year. In fact I've been reminded that I've still got a video for that one in the works; how those years fly by. I guess I'm also reminded of my bitch duties for 2019. Bring on the rallies.
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: Paul.1478 on April 08, 2019, 07:46:13 AM
Very cool trophies. nice work. you do that again and I may have to come from ATL to get the most traveled one.
Also love the photos of all the FJs in a row. Looks to be a great time.

Title: LOST WCR2017 VIDEO - found (obviously hence post)
Post by: andyoutandabout on February 13, 2021, 11:28:03 PM
Peeps,
A little something to keep your spirits elevated in this worrying, lack of rallies time:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vanXmck2LXE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vanXmck2LXE)

Andy
Title: Re: LOST WCR2017 VIDEO - found (obviously hence post)
Post by: andyoutandabout on February 13, 2021, 11:30:48 PM
Shake it baby.
Title: Re: LOST WCR2017 VIDEO - found (obviously hence post)
Post by: ZOA NOM on February 14, 2021, 01:08:58 AM
Got my juices flowing... Been too long.
Title: Re: LOST WCR2017 VIDEO - found (obviously hence post)
Post by: ribbert on February 14, 2021, 04:44:50 AM
Quote from: andyoutandabout on February 13, 2021, 11:28:03 PM
Peeps,
A little something to keep your spirits elevated in this worrying, lack of rallies time:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vanXmck2LXE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vanXmck2LXE)

Andy

I hadn't seen that before, what a great video.

Noel.
Title: Re: LOST WCR2017 VIDEO - found (obviously hence post)
Post by: Firehawk068 on February 14, 2021, 01:20:37 PM
Excellent Production Andy!
Brings me back for sure.
That was a great Rally!
Title: Re: LOST WCR2017 VIDEO - found (obviously hence post)
Post by: Pat Conlon on February 15, 2021, 10:54:19 AM
Yes, what a fun time. Randy did an outstanding job with that rally.

Thanks Andy!
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: RPM - Robert on February 15, 2021, 05:09:20 PM
Great video work Andy, but I see one award is missing from your video...

You started out so "strong" I seem to recall

(https://i.postimg.cc/1RjqTMSy/IMG-3394.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kDWGRQDH)

It resulted in the honor of the great WCR legend, which I am not sure has been bestowed yet has it...?

(https://i.postimg.cc/gJFxmcss/IMG-3400.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zL7zkr9H)

This is a great photo, your rider-less FJ and the honorary shirt in the same shot.

Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: ribbert on February 17, 2021, 06:53:40 AM
Quote from: RPM - Robert on February 15, 2021, 05:09:20 PM

(https://i.postimg.cc/1RjqTMSy/IMG-3394.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kDWGRQDH)


I live not too far from here .....

(https://s3-media0.fl.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/L8DH7LeaXxhbkrC202ivBA/o.jpg)

(https://s3-media0.fl.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/Df0n-61hZk8Oq8ZDZk1EBA/o.jpg)

...and have a photo of the FJ under the street sign - it's the actual street (lane) name.

I know a couple of people that had them at their high school dance!

Noel
Title: Re: 2017 WCR Trip Report & Photos
Post by: andyoutandabout on February 18, 2021, 08:34:45 PM
Thanks for the positive video comments. They are enjoyable to make and I think they are a good reminder of how much fun is had at a rally.

As for my early retirement in the clutch holding game, I needed my beer hand back.  :wacko3:


Ok, you saw through that.  :flag_of_truce:

Actually Craig Z. won convincingly and if you take a look at Craig's upper body build, compared to my upper body build, then you'll see where the clever money was bet. (I'll always remember watching him put his Fj on the center stand and figured he put as much energy in as I do using my side stand).

Yes, you lucky Melbournites, having an AC/DC lane, and you equally fortunate Pertheans having a statue and Bon's final resting place. Because I'm a super fan, a pilgrimage trip is planned for sometime in the not too distant future.