2017 West Coast Rally - June 1-3, 2017

[Bill_Rockoff]

Some of the most exciting times I've had in my life is the ride to the rally. The anticipation. I have waited all year for the event. The early morning departure. The purple/blue/orange sun rise over the desert. My bike singing to me because she is happy. I am happy. I am ALIVE.

I trailered to the 2016 East Coast rallies because Andrew's bike was down for maintenance; the engine was in his bedroom getting fixed. I sorely missed the ride up and back, which is usually my favorite riding of any rally.

But Andrew's 916 was apart for repair with its engine in his bedroom, so I had a miserable drive trying not to kill the torque converter in a 270,000 mile Maxima. But I was glad I had both bikes in Boone. Andrew and I got one decent run with Stu out to Shady Valley and back, and I got to work both bikes hard enough to have fun. (Andrew on the FJ was so far ahead of me and Stu on the Italian stallions that my only indication he was still ahead of us, and not crashed off the mountain somewhere while we rode by, was the lingering cloud of burnt oil the FJ left hanging in the air.)

I trailered the 998 to Barber Motorsports Park and did an embarrassing track day. Had a blast, but I was glad to have trailered it there and then all week to the office nearby.

I actually rode the 998 up to Bryson City for the weekend before the East Coast Fall Rally, and I realized I love that thing even more with a sport-touring amount of clothes and crap strapped to it than I do without. I was riding a freakin' DUCATI. On a ROAD TRIP. YEAH!! And Bryson City is only 3 hours from my house, an hour of local slab and then 2-1/2 hours of sportbike heaven.  I rode it back home mid-week to take care of some new-job stuff, and then trailered it back up to the rally along with the FJ so that Andrew and I could both ride; his 916 was still not all back together. We did some riding on the Cherohala with Randy, so again, totally worth it.

I will probably not be riding to Willits, or to Ouray. But if I go, riding the FJ is probably the easiest way I have of getting the FJ somewhere 1,000 miles away.

[roortcloud]

still snowing....

Looks like a great ski year on tap (yesterday was day 4 for me this year), so I'm hoping for a later June!   I hope to get a many more good days in those kind of conditions
Frank

Hey Frank, I knew there must be a skier among us FJ owners. I've been anxious to ask you about the similarities between going down "The Little Dragon" and Heavenly's "Gun Barrel".  Just ordered a pair of Elan Amphibio's. Maybe someday we could meet up someplace and see if you ski as fast as you ride.

[fjbiker84]

I feel like a wimp because I'm not sure I could make the ride there.  Is it too late to sign up?   Still have some work to get done on the FJ, too.

[Flynt]

I knew there must be a skier among us FJ owners...

I can't be the only one...  Skiing is another "carving" sport in my opinion and has lots of similarities to motorcycling (skateboarding, roller blading, bicycling, etc).  I view the whole thing as moving your body through space with a different interface to the ground (it's common knowledge I'm strange).

Saturday was #7 ski day for me this year and we're likely heading up Friday.  PM if you'd like to ski together...

Frank

PS - I'm a MUCH faster skier than rider... 

[racerrad8]

I feel like a wimp because I'm not sure I could make the ride there.  Is it too late to sign up?   Still have some work to get done on the FJ, too.

There is no end date to attend. We have guys arrive who are not even on the list almost every year. I still have some bunk houses available.

Everyone is welcome.

As far as the ride up, check with some of the other so cal guys and see if you can ride with them. It makes the trip easier when you have company.

Randy - RPM

[fjbiker84]

OK, Cool.  I'll put it on my calendar and check around to see who is riding up from this area. Makes a good challenge to get the FJ and myself ready.

[moparman70]

All this talk about about trailering to the event --- normally I ride as well as that is part of the adventure but this year maybe my first to trailer.   Not due to last years chain disaster but I am going to bring a dual sport .....................wait for it.

..... my waverunner.   Its still in the planning stages but hope to come early and take in Folsom Lake.   Jetski trailer has been modified to hold both  but not tested ( would hate for it to fall over into the ski or road. )

And like all --- can't wait ---- epic I believe has been said.

[racerrad8]

Well, we are already into February 2017, only sixteen weeks to go and it is 2017 WCR time.

We currently stand at about 45 confirmed and 55 with the undecided.
    Cutter Bill are you still skipping the WCR?
 
I still have three bunkhouses available for those planning on attending who have not made reservations yet. If you need one of these bunkhouses, contact me and not the resort I paid for them so we can ensure we don't have anyone from outside the group in our general area. It would be nice to get these bunkhouses filled.

I know there were several Canadians waiting until after the first of the year to decide too.

I have split up the list to confirmed and undecided.

If you have any thought of attending, please add your name to the either list. I am going to start working on the catering with the resort and a solid head count is very important. I don't want to get food for 45 when we might have 55...

If you are attending, we are going to have a great time. Great friendships, great roads, great location and...

As I have already mentioned, we will have some friendly competition in a few areas. Show & shine, most modified FJ, longest ride (on the FJ) the the WCR, and street fighter. If there are any other contests you would like to see, please let me know. The winners of each, except for longest ride, will be voted on by the attendees on Saturday with awards being presented Saturday night. I am also setting up some great stuff for a raffle on Saturday night.

I know Capn' Ron started working on some ride routes last fall and once winter lets up we will start riding some more routes.

The 15th annual WCR is going to be epic. I have things planned that we have never experienced before and hopefully we can do for many years to come.

Come on you east coast guys, this will be the one not to miss. There are two options to get your bikes out here; FJ not required:
Transportation to 2017 WCR
To the WCR from Toronto

One more thing, I would like to assemble a memorial for two of last years WCR attendees; Randy Thompson and Eric Zimmermann. If anyone has photos of these two from last years rally or any other time for that matter would you please email them to me in .jpg format.

I would love to see 50 plus for this event and I hope those still on the fence can make it happen.

Randy - RPM

CONFIRMED
Randy - RPM - SFC #1
Chandra - RPM - SFC #1
Robert - RPM - SFC #1
Jaime - RPM - SFC #1
Ryan - RPM - SFC #1
Cambry - RPM - SFC #1
Pat Conlon - MMC #502
Mark - FJmonkey - BH #2
Derek Young - BH #5
Donna Young - BH #5
Rick Cecil - ZOANOM - BH #3
Mark Olson - RV #48
Craig Zari - Zari - RV #48
Frank - Flynt - SFC #55
Diane - Flynt's secret - SFC #55
Steve C - Moparman70 - BH #2
Leon - 1tinindian - MMC #506
Cory - Leons Son - MMC #506
Ron - Cap'n Ron - BH #5
Fred- aviationfred - BH #2
Klav - SFC #62
Garth - Mr. Bean - SFC #62
Chris Coleman - SFC #62
Jason Lawson - MMC #502
Paul Lawson - MMC #502
Simi Ed - RV #12
Simi Sue - RV #12
Cash Dereszynski (R.I.P. 10/16/16)
George-Movenon - BH #3
Randy - Rktmanfj (R.I.P. 10/23/16)
Alan H - Firehawk068 - MMC #506
Mike Ramos - BH #3
Ron Oort - BH #3
San Dimas Mike Anchondo - RV #11
Tina Anchondo - RV #11
Rusty Stevenson - RV #11
CanDman - Kevin - SFC 88
Dan Filleti - SFC88
keary - winddancer - SFC #J
pam - Mrs. winddancer - SFC #J
FJScott- SFC #10
Jeff D - jscgdunn - MMC #501
jscgdunn - MMC #501
jscgdunn - MMC #501

UNDECIDED/No Reservation
DR.GTS.DUCATI.FAZER Dave - Dave
Mike - Skymasteres
Nate - Tigger
Mike - Yamahammer1200
Marsh White
Doug - Baldy
Deb - Baldy
Kai - chainus
andyoutandabout
missusoutandabout(...?)
Greg - FeralRdr
Bill - CutterBill
fjbiker84

[andyoutandabout]

I'm a for sure, but have no sleeping partners. Looking to share a non snoring bunkhouse.
Failing this, I've always got my tent. Accommodation for this budget man is low on the list, everything motorcycle and travel is top of the list.

[fjbiker84]

Move me to the confirmed list. How do I reserve a spot in one of the bunkhouses? Still need someone to ride with. Pat, maybe I can join up with you?  Aviation Fred mentioned that you were taking the 395 up thru Reno. I made that ride 30 years ago as an active duty soldier stationed at Ft Irwin.

[racerrad8]

CONFIRMED with accommodations.
Randy - RPM - SFC #1
Chandra - RPM - SFC #1
Robert - RPM - SFC #1
Jaime - RPM - SFC #1
Ryan - RPM - SFC #1
Cambry - RPM - SFC #1
Pat Conlon - MMC #502
Mark - FJmonkey - BH #2
Derek Young - BH #5
Donna Young - BH #5
Rick Cecil - ZOANOM - BH #3
Mark Olson - RV #48
Craig Zari - Zari - RV #48
Frank - Flynt - SFC #55
Diane - Flynt's secret - SFC #55
Steve C - Moparman70 - BH #2
Leon - 1tinindian - MMC #506
Cory - Leons Son - MMC #506
Ron - Cap'n Ron - BH #5
Fred- aviationfred - BH #2
Klav - SFC #62
Garth - Mr. Bean - SFC #62
Chris Coleman - SFC #62
Jason Lawson - MMC #502
Paul Lawson - MMC #502
Simi Ed - RV #12
Simi Sue - RV #12
Cash Dereszynski (R.I.P. 10/16/16)
George-Movenon - BH #3
Randy - Rktmanfj (R.I.P. 10/23/16)
Alan H - Firehawk068 - MMC #506
Mike Ramos - BH #3
Ron Oort - BH #3
San Dimas Mike Anchondo - RV #11
Tina Anchondo - RV #11
Rusty Stevenson - RV #11
CanDman - Kevin - SFC 88
Dan Filleti - SFC88
keary - winddancer - SFC #J
pam - Mrs. winddancer - SFC #J
FJScott- SFC #10
Jeff D - jscgdunn - MMC #501
jscgdunn - MMC #501
Norm - MMC #501

CONFIRMED need accommodations.
DR.GTS.DUCATI.FAZER Dave - Dave
andyoutandabout
fjbiker84

UNDECIDED/No Reservation
Mike - Skymasteres
Nate - Tigger
Mike - Yamahammer1200
Marsh White
Doug - Baldy
Deb - Baldy
Kai - chainus
Greg - FeralRdr

I'm a for sure, but have no sleeping partners. Looking to share a non snoring bunkhouse.

Move me to the confirmed list. How do I reserve a spot in one of the bunkhouses?

Adjustments to the list have been made. fjbiker84, shoot me an email and I can get you taken care of. I will be away from the shop until next Monday, but there is no dire rush. Sounds like you and Andy might be able to work together.

Randy - RPM

[fjbiker84]

Sounds like a plan.  Andy, if you want to split a bunkhouse it makes sense to me.

[moparman70]

Move me to the confirmed list. How do I reserve a spot in one of the bunkhouses? Still need someone to ride with. Pat, maybe I can join up with you?  Aviation Fred mentioned that you were taking the 395 up thru Reno. I made that ride 30 years ago as an active duty soldier stationed at Ft Irwin.

fjbiker - if you want to bunk with Fred and I - you are welcome.  bunkhouse 2 --- confirm

[Pat Conlon]

Still need someone to ride with. Pat, maybe I can join up with you?  Aviation Fred mentioned that you were taking the 395 up thru Reno.....

You are welcome to ride with us. Paul and Jason Lawson and I are heading up Wednesday.
Don't know the exact route yet.....For me, slabbing up I-5 is like eating broken glass.
Still.....It's a short ride to this year's WCR, relative to the previous rides up to Willits.

Stay tuned......We will connect closer to June.

[andyoutandabout]

Fjbiker84, hey there, if you're a non snorer then I'm in for sharing a bunkhouse,
Andy