Down in Phoenix for the Holidays

[Mitch_Rider]

Am posting here and in the Rock Mtn forum.
Anybody up for a ride in this spectacular weather over the Holidays?
I am not missing the Portland rain at all!
Jeff "Mitch Rider"


Anyone from the forum on a black LT on the 303 loop this Christmas morning?

[S2DOG]

Hi Jeff, So you're from Portland Oregon huh?? Used to live there. Now I just visit.
A ride here in the valley sounds good. Are you very familiar with Scottsdale, etc??

[Beemerider]

-Hello Stu-

I was over answering Mitch on the RM forum (http://www.bmwlt.com/forums/showthread.php?p=25276#post25276). We're now trying (again) for Prescott Wednesday if your're interested.

[82katana]

I am down in Phoenix for the holidays too. It was raining when I left San Francisco and I, too, am very pleased with this beautiful weather. I am up for a ride to wherever whenever. I am staying in Cave Creek for two weeks and was hoping someone on the list might suggest a nice ride or two.

TIA

Daniel
SF Bay Area

[Mitch_Rider]

Stew,
I am definitely familiar with Scottsdale as that is where we always stayed when we would come down to visit in the past. I have also already become familiar with David and Josh's fine BMW store in Scottsdale, most recently participating in their track day at Firebird Raceway on the 11th, an absolute hoot! Prescott on Wednesday work for you?
Jeff

[Mitch_Rider]

Daniel,
Cave Creek is a fun place, BMW riders usuallly get together there at the Java Hut on weekend mornings. You're also an easy shot to the route to Prescott. How does Wednesday work for you?
Jeff

[82katana]

Wednesday works for me. Just let me know when and where to meet you and the wife and I will be there.

Daniel

[S2DOG]

When are you planning to leave. Also, although it's pretty nice down here, Prescott can get pretty cold. Honestly, I think I'll stay in the valley. If you should decide to stay where it's warmer, then I would entertain some valley destinations for lunch, but not too long a day ride. :)

[Mitch_Rider]

Harry,
What route are you thinking for the "to Prescott" portion?....up 60 thru Wickenburg/Yarnell? or up 17 to 69? We can pick a starting rendezvous point once we decide.
Jeff

[Mitch_Rider]

Stew,
It looks like the Prescott ride will be in the 50 degree range. Perhaps a lunch ride in the valley on a different day? What works for you?
Jeff

[Beemerider]

Harry,
What route are you thinking for the "to Prescott" portion?....up 60 thru Wickenburg/Yarnell? or up 17 to 69? We can pick a starting rendezvous point once we decide.
Jeff

Yeah since I'm on the west side I almost always take this route:

http://mail.bmwlt.net/%7Ebeemerider/prsctt11.jpg

I really try'n avoid I 17 at all costs. I'll be caging it down that in just a few hours from here in Flagstaff. Didn't you say you were in Surprise? Lottsa places we could meet. What are you close to? Major intersections?

[Mitch_Rider]

Harry,
I agree with the stay off 17. Why don't we meet at the intersection of Lake Pleasant Rd and Carefree Hiway and then it will be convenient/easy for Daniel to hook up with us as well...then we can head over on Carefree Hiway to 60.

Also, what do you figure is the total round trip time? and what is your suggestion on a departure time?
Jeff

[S2DOG]

I think a Lunch ride on Thursday perhaps would be good. There are several places to go (no shortage of restaurants in our area). I'll think of someplace and post here when I can think of something fun. I thougnt maybe Hooters in DT Tempe. That's fun sitting up stairs and watching everyone down below. Have you ever been to "Bob's Used Motorcycle" bone yard? That's an amazing place full of old bikes and stuff. OR, whatever....

[Beemerider]

Harry,
I agree with the stay off 17. Why don't we meet at the intersection of Lake Pleasant Rd and Carefree Hiway and then it will be convenient/easy for Daniel to hook up with us as well...then we can head over on Carefree Hiway to 60.

Jeff, the desired location would be a bit of backtrack for me so I'll meet you guys in Wickenburg at the Texaco Star Mart on the right side (http://mail.bmwlt.net/%7Ebeemerider/meet1.jpg) of the road.
N33 58.292 W112 43.336

Also, what do you figure is the total round trip time?

Depends on stops, lunch(?) and other things. I can usually do the entire route I mapped in about three hours.

and what is your suggestion on a departure time?
Jeff

I'll meet you guys at the Wickenburg Texaco Star Mart at 10 am?

[82katana]

So coming from Carefree we will meet at the junction of 17 and Carefree Hiway? Or is it further on for me? What time should we get there in order to make the 10:00 meet?

Daniel

[Mitch_Rider]

Stew,
Thursday/Hooters for lunch works fine for me as long we don't get caught in commuter traffic.
Jeff

[Mitch_Rider]

Daniel,
Just come about 6 miles further west on the Carefree Hiway to its intersection with Lake Pleasant Rd. I will wait for you there on the side of the road (Champagne LT). Let's meet there at 9:15. That should give us plenty of time for the 30 plus miles to Wickenburg, especially as the traffic moves at 80mph.
Remember to dress warmly as it will be chilly at that time of the morning and then chilly again as we rise in elevation to the Prescott area.
Jeff
cell number is 503-753-7830

[S2DOG]

I do lunch early about 11 - 11:30 so traffic shouldn't be any problem...

[Mitch_Rider]

Stew,
11:00 on Thursday at Tempe Hooters, 501 S Mill Ave.
Will see you there!
Jeff

[82katana]

OK. I think I know where you are talking about. Isn't there a glider airport or something near there? I'm sure I will find you as there is only one road going towards 60.

I am riding a Champagne colored LT too. I will be two up so I shouldn't be too hard to spot. I will see you 9:15.

Daniel

[Beemerider]

Its supposed to be in the mid 70's in the valley and mid 60's tomorrow in Prescott. You sure you don't wanna go? And where's that Jerrod fella?

[S2DOG]

Wind factor---Too Cold----must stay warm----need sun---- :)

[82katana]

WOW!! Great roads, great ride, great company!! What more could one ask for? Thanks Jeff for leading the tour and it was great meeting everyone. Lets do it again before we have to head back to SF.

Daniel & Lily

[Beemerider]

WOW!! Great roads, great ride, great company!! What more could one ask for? Thanks Jeff for leading the tour and it was great meeting everyone. Lets do it again before we have to head back to SF.

Daniel & Lily

YESSIR! Couldn't agree more! Was a tad cold though uh? :rolleyes: :D

Was damn fine meeting and greeting everyone.

Don't forget we'll try this Payson-Strawberry run (http://mail.bmwlt.net/%7Ebeemerider/payson1.jpg) Tuesday. And if we are able to shorten the 2.5 hour lunch (;)) we may be able to include Morman Lake and Sedona (http://mail.bmwlt.net/%7Ebeemerider/sedona1.jpg).

[Mitch_Rider]

Today is what it is all about. Ride great roads in great weather while meeting new friends from different places off the internet. Stew you missed a good one and the temperature was perfect!
Tuesday ride sounds like a good one, but I may be on an airplane...we'll see.
Jeff
"MitchRider"

[Mitch_Rider]

Stew,
Does Friday lunch work for you instead of Thursday? My plans got rearranged on me.
Let me know,
Jeff

[gomy]

Next time when you are going to Prescott, please let me know . I like to come over with you.
I live in Phoenix , but also I have a house in Prescott .
Hope to meet you soon one day.
Happy New Year !
Mike & Corina

[S2DOG]

What did you have in mind??

[82katana]

So Tuesday is just around the corner. Do we have any idea about the weather? Should we do a rollcall for riders?

Jeff - did you have to catch a plane?
Jerry and Amy - Are you two up for another ride?
Harry - Do you have a meeting spot in mind?
Any others out there wanna take a nice trip?

Have a nice New Years everybody!!

Daniel

[Beemerider]

So Tuesday is just around the corner. Do we have any idea about the weather?

Just checked. Looks good, temps in the 60's and 70's again.



Should we do a rollcall for riders?

My hand's in the air. ;)


Jeff - did you have to catch a plane?
Jerry and Amy - Are you two up for another ride?
Harry - Do you have a meeting spot in mind?

Yeah we can use the McD's/Circle K (http://mail.bmwlt.net/%7Ebeemerider/tue2.jpg) in Fountain Hills. Also has a fuel station there. This is the address (http://www.circlek.com/CircleK/StoreDetail.aspx?StoreID=2705030). 9 am Tuesday the third.


Any others out there wanna take a nice trip?

Have a nice New Years everybody!!

Daniel

Yes, have a Happy New year!

[Beemerider]

Do we have a lift-off tomorrow or is it "Houston, we have a problem!" :)

[S2DOG]

I take the LT in for the 12,000 mile Service tomorrow. You all have fun!:)

[Mitch_Rider]

I am going to have to pass on the Payson ride tomorrow due to contractors being behind on finishing the items on my house that I am staying down here to coordinate.
You all have fun and ride safe...I'll catch you on the next one.
Jeff
"MitchRider"

[Mitch_Rider]

Forgot to pass along that Gerry and Amy are unavailable due to work and out of town company coming in.
Harry/Dan we'll look for a ride report to "wet our whistle" for the next one.

I snuck out for a quick little 200 miler this afternoon...up to Wickenberg for a great burger at my favorite stop, "Screamers" and then out 60 to Aguila, then south on Eagle Eye Rd to hook back up to the 10. Jumped off the 10 at exit 109 (Sun Valley Parkway) and looped back up to Bell Rd where it joins the 303 and then home. The 60, Eagle Eye and Sun Valley Parkway were fun "roads thru the desert" with virtually no traffic...maybe saw three cars on each road the whole way . Had a coyote cross about 50' in front of me on Eagle Eye.
A great quick little loop and perfect temps in the 70's the whole way. Can't beat these Arizona winters for riding!
Jeff
"MitchRider"

[Beemerider]

Harry/Dan we'll look for a ride report to "wet our whistle" for the next one.



I hope Dan is readin' this as I'm not gonna make it either. Dan??

[Beemerider]

I snuck out for a quick little 200 miler this afternoon...up to Wickenberg for a great burger at my favorite stop, "Screamers"

Where is this place 'xactly? I'll try it out next time I run up there. Also, you ever ride the Vulture Mine Road which brings you south from Wickenburg to meet I 10 at 339th Ave?

[Mitch_Rider]

Harry,
"Screamers" is on 60 at the west end of Wickenburg not to far before the road goes into two lanes from four.
I see Vulture Mine Rd on the map. Is it as interesting as the name sounds? Paved all the way I assume?
Maybe great for a short quick last minute decision ride. Not to far from me or you.
Jeff

[82katana]

I guess that makes it unanimous. No one is riding on Tuesday. Well, at least not the planned ride.

I am back in California. I had to come home for work. I was really hoping to be able to stay until Saturday - but, you know.

Thanks for everything folks. I had fun and hope to see you all next time I am down there in March.

And now back to my normal cold, rainy California weather....

Daniel

[Beemerider]

Harry,
"Screamers" is on 60 at the west end of Wickenburg not to far before the road goes into two lanes from four.
I see Vulture Mine Rd on the map. Is it as interesting as the name sounds? Paved all the way I assume?
Maybe great for a short quick last minute decision ride. Not to far from me or you.
Jeff

Yeah its paved. Nice ride pretty much all the way from I 10 to Wickenburg. I use it a lot for a quick morning trip. Thanks for the tip on Screamers.

[82katana]

Hey folks. Less than a month and I will be down there for spring training. Anyone up for a ride or two?

Daniel
SF Bay Area

[Beemerider]

Hey folks. Less than a month and I will be down there for spring training. Anyone up for a ride or two?

Daniel
SF Bay Area


Course! We can get the Payson/Strawberry/Camp Verde ride in.

[82katana]

Well, as the guy says, let's git er done. I am arriving on the 19th and have tickets for games on the 20th, 22nd and 24th. We can ride on the 21st, 23rd or the 25th. Or all three!! :) Of course, getting the golfing in there somewhere will be tough - but doable.

Daniel

[Beemerider]

Well, as the guy says, let's git er done. I am arriving on the 19th and have tickets for games on the 20th, 22nd and 24th. We can ride on the 21st, 23rd or the 25th. Or all three!! :) Of course, getting the golfing in there somewhere will be tough - but doable.

Daniel

21st is the best bet for me. Only day of the ones you mentioned I'm off. 'Sides its a Tuesday so it will be a nice quiet ride.

[82katana]

OK. Final preparations are being made and I am trying to decide if I am going to haul the trailer down there with two bikes or if I am going to throw only one bike in the back of the truck. Geez!!

Either way I will have a bike with me when I get there Sunday afternoon. Where do you want to meet up for the ride on Tuesday? Is the weather going to hold for us? Anyone else down there want to take a ride into the mountains on Tuesday?

TTYS

Daniel
SF Bay Area

[Mitch_Rider]

Hey guys... Jeff here. If I am still in town (work dictates) I 'd be interested in joining you. Do we have a meeting time and place?
Jeff
"MitchRider"
Portland,Oregon

[Beemerider]

Let's meet at McD's here at 9:00 am (see attachment).

I hear their breakfast burritos are ta die for! :rolleyes:

[Beemerider]

Here is a MapQuest route (http://members.cox.net/harry.hilderman/TUERIDE.gdb) and S&T map pic.

The address for the 9 am McD's meet is:
16936 E. SHEA, FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ.

Need input, thanks.

[82katana]

Cool. Tomorrow at the McDonalds on E. Shea at 9:00. I am looking forward to it. Looks like the weather might cooperate.

See you then.

Daniel

[Mitch_Rider]

Sorry guys, as of now it looks like I am going to have to pass on tomorrow's ride. I have some work things that have come up that I need to take care of. Have a great ride and I'll catch you on the next one.
Jeff

[Beemerider]

Well day started out sunny and nice here in Phoenix however once we gained some elevation around Pine and Strawberry we were in cold and surrounding grounded snow. Even got sprinkled on back in Phoenix on arrival home after some 270 miles. Sheez!

Was fun and thanks for the ride along Daniel & Lily.

[82katana]

That was a fun ride. A little cold - ok - more than a little. Beautiful country though. We should take the ride again in December when it is a little warmer. :)

Thanks for leading the tour. Lily and I really appreciate you taking time out of your week to ride with us.

See you all in December!!