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This is not a pity post. This is just me getting shit out. My dog tyton was diagnosed with lymphoma today. He'll be 7 next month if he makes it that long. I always knew this day would come but I also always thought it would come a lot later. We don't have kids so the dog is literally our baby. If you have a dog, hug him, give him a cheeseburger, let him up on the good furniture and just be thankful that you have him.

Just my two bits on the conversation - I'm new but have run a non-profit organization for several years with 210 members and this has some similarities. Your current event is unique and seems very enjoyable for the participants. You don't want to mess with that secret sauce, only tweak it from time to time to keep it interesting. A totally separate event could be just what the doctor ordered but you don't want to come out of the gate with a major event. They have a higher probability of failure and the tendency to leave a very bad taste in the mouths of those that put in the most work to put them on. Maybe start with some smaller regional social events to see how much actual interest you have. If those take off you can then consolidate into a larger event. Among "biker groups" this one seems unique. You want to keep that; whatever "that is". Most social organizations like this are one personality blow-up away from becoming defunct. Ok, back to your regularly scheduled programming.

Jesus-tap-dancing-christ This thread became Epic

ginger vs midget FIGHT midgets don't have souls (probably), so this shouldn't be completely one sided

I personally wouldn't attend something like that. I can sit and drink, eat socialize with friends, family, and neighbors anytime I want. But my friends, family, and neighbors don't ride. When I get the bike out to get together with other riders...I want to ride...the rest is secondary. On a multiday ride, like a WV out-n-back, I'll get a steak and get crazy at the bar after each days riding is done. But the riding is the reason I'm there. I prefer simple to elaborate.

I'd rep you for that but, you know

Rep is gone on mobile, not sure about pc.

I don't think "here" was referring to this site.

My eyes are sore from crying....I didnt bawl this much when any of my 4 grandparents died. Aside from my good friend committing suicide and my sister being murdered this is the hardest shit I've ever gone through....and all I can think about is getting another dog so I can do it again in a decade or so. I don't like living in a house without a dog, I just think there should always be one there.

Thanks Jack. I do like the idea of going to the museum, I think it would be cool to put up a group photo inside on the wall. We could do something like that mixed with some of Jacks ideas. As a separate meet and play.

I realized just now that my post could be misconstrued as supporting the store. I am only interested in free bacon.

He needs to let the squid flow through him to get comfortable on the gixxer.

wish my go pro was on your bike that would have made an epic video, who was it.. any one we might have met? what was he trying to do? did you chase him till he gave up ? plz tell a story to entertain those who are stuck at work for the 36 hour straight

Nobody fucks with my people with impunity. The guy apologized but only after he figured out he knew the people he pissed off. I would have much preferred that he didn't set out to mess with a group of riders and avoided an apology in the first place. I'm still a little smoked by the whole ordeal and mad at myself some for showing my ass a little. I turned this ride into a two day event for myself after feeling really good when the event was over. Route 739 Total average 41.2 Average moving 59.0 Trip timer 17:55 Time moving 12:31 Max speed 152 I pulled into Coshocton with moving average of 66.6. Tony and I pulled into the meet spot with moving average 65.9. We slowed down on the straights when riding together instead of my alone straight line speed. After the ride was over I had a moving average of 53.4. Tony led the fast group at a perfect pace for an organized event with unfamiliar riders. I have followed him around at a blistering pace when among known riders and would like to thank him for sacrificing his ride in the sake of the events integrity. I made my way to Caldwell and spent the night there with a total of 416 miles for the day but don't recall my average moving speed at that point. Had a great day riding some of my favorite roads and wasn't exhausted from riding all day to get to them from home. Leave this event alone is my simple answer. I understand the inclination to make another event but this one should be left alone. Jack is correct that people might end up only consuming about 10% of the information to form an opinion about where they stand on the issue so I won't go into my long dissertation about the whys and how’s of leaving this alone. Your eyes would just gloss over at the wall of text before you. I do have multiple reasons though but none of them are important enough to sway a consensus.

Done. .

Fuq I meant to + rep not - rep.. some one please add rep for me. My phone sucks!I added rep to all your post on the thread

Tragic and avoidable. I suspect a perfect storm of alcohol, too large a group/too close together, lack of gear and riding ability.

The answer.No reason so change epic ride when it is functioning just fine and clearly draws enough attendants. Just start a new event to incorporate all the new aspects everyone comes up with. Epic ride is simple and I like it for that.

What is the mobile site thing you speak of? [/sarcasm] My phone and tablet screens are big enough for the full site.

went for some practice with a few friends at g&j on 9/21/14 started cutting 43's, which is the fastest i've been able to do. i think i'm outriding the front brake setup and i'd like to change tires. my goal is to make it into the 30's next season. the fast guys cut 38's on the layout we run. in the video, theres some weird bikes out there. a grom w/ a crf450x swap, and an 04 r1. see if this links it:

Jack, A lot more members would vote vs post. Right now Doc and Derek are looking into options for the ride. Starting a poll may help them and others decided what they would like. It would also keep this tread for this ride vs a mess of opinions and ride experience. Not all the members will view a thread dedicated to a past date and ride. As far as several rides and activities you need volunteers to help with leading, sweeping, etc. We have a hard time now with leads and sweeps. I doubt the major has spoke up, I see different riders at each event most of which have not chimed in. Just my .02

it's growing on me. And while I may not actually like the design, I appreciate what they're trying to do. Kawasaki is trying to do something to "revolutionize" motorcycles. I'm not in love with the aesthetics of their execution, but I thoroughly appreciate their effort.

I don't condone damaging other peoples property. Usually. But I would make the exception for that one and it would get rolled over.

What is wrong with everyone? This thread has made it this far without this

Rep is working fine on Tapatalk and the full site. I'll look into the mobile site soon.

Shut up, rep whore...

Overall, I like it a lot, but how can they call it a "race only" model and then not have a belly pan?

You ride bicycles, in spandex ... I think that's all that really needs said.

I'm laughing also, "come back here you coward."

And the bottom of it dumps out right at the foot of the great part of 550 and the top is about a mile from 669. Whenever I have a couple of hours to kill I head down to Crooksville and do this loop...669>78>377>266>792>676>555>550>back up 377 and 669 to home.A very fun way to kill a couple hours!!!

Sorry for the late post. It's been non-stop since I got back. Father-in-Law is a bit sick and I worked Sunday. I had a great time on the ride. The 2nd half was crazy cool with the transitions - nothing like that up north. I'll be honest though the ride down sucked with the fog and temperature plus I had just got off work. My apologies if I was a bit non-talkative. I was a little tired all day and I was solely concentrated from being the sole one to kiss the pavement. That's the longest ride I've ever taken and the trip back through farm country at night was a strange one but glad for the experience. Everyone in the "slow" pack was great; the ride went off without a hitch. Jack was a great lead and our sweep (sorry! can't remember screen name ) was always right there. I wish I had of taken some pictures but again I was kind of focused. Thanks to the organizers. I know these events don't just go well by themselves. Surprisingly I wasn't sore at all next day. Funny story - when I came in my wife was waiting to hear the bike so she could open the garage. I went to walk in the house and she let out a scream and told me to get my bug encrusted butt outside and made me drop my gear, including pants outside. My girls came downstairs to see what the ruckus was about and busted out laughing seeing me in my skivvies looking like "a rabid ferret" according to one. Funny now - wasn't then. If this goes off in the spring I'll plan to attend but will probably stay the night in the area so that I can go out with the group after the run. If I can help with the organizing, setup, etc. let me know. I like to feel useful. How Al Z. Heimer pilots that Star Cruiser around the curves at that speed is still a mystery to me. Everyone stay safe.

This is absolute BS folks.....I MADE DINNER TONIGHT. She was just on the phone in the kitchen doorway

Fit is good. Price is great. Look is clean and not too flashy. Until Oakley comes out with one, I'll rock this one. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JH88AJ4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

#NonStereotypicalHarley

Can't wait to get rid off all the chrome, it's driving me nuts. It's gonna be a complete blackout bike.

Two awesome events in relatively short order: Totally enjoyed the Epic Ride over the weekend - great riding and awesome people! Then today I hear that my daughter landed her first career job. The company initially lowballed her on salary and she was disappointed because she really wanted to work for this company. She hates confrontation but stuck to her guns and asked for more - she thought she was going to puke the whole time. Her prospective manager and director took it up to HR and VP and got it done. Proud pappa here!

One of the only pictures I took all day. The fast group after the ride.

I'm tentatively available for the 18th.