***Westside Wednesday Night Standing Ride*** - Page 5

Tromatic · 06-24-2012, 02:21 AM

Originally Posted by Clay G

happy lena?

You guys need to decide who's in charge, and if there is disagreement among the "leadership" there are probaby less public ways to discuss it.

lena · 06-24-2012, 09:40 PM

There is no disagreement at all. I was just giving him some shit about this ride last week, no biggie. I am not in charge of this ride, it's a rotating lead ride and looks like Clay wants to do it now for a while which is fine. There is no reason for others to not lead another non-newbie ride at the same time.

r1zebra · 06-24-2012, 10:32 PM

I had a chance to hang back and ride with clay this time and it was great to see someone so interested in working with new riders on everything from basic safety to body position while still keeping things fun. There are a few people i would be concerned about taking on a more spirited ride that i would love to get out for this kind of coaching. I hope you keep it up Clay.
a split group seems to be working really well to keep everyone happy. i love going out with the groups but i suck at organizing so thanks to everyone who is working to keep everyone showing up and rubber side down.

Jesse bear · 06-25-2012, 08:23 AM

Where is the sylvan chevron? Maybe I'll have to come check it out. I'm a new rider myself but I have a bunch of dirtbike a quad experiance, just under 500 miles of mixed driving on my "new to me" 2002 Suzuki bandit 1200s and I love it so far!

DGA · 06-25-2012, 08:52 AM

Originally Posted by Jesse bear

Where is the sylvan chevron? Maybe I'll have to come check it out. I'm a new rider myself but I have a bunch of dirtbike a quad experiance, just under 500 miles of mixed driving on my "new to me" 2002 Suzuki bandit 1200s and I love it so far!

Check out the first post for all the details.

caslaw · 06-25-2012, 12:10 PM

Originally Posted by Tromatic

You guys need to decide who's in charge, and if there is disagreement among the "leadership" there are probaby less public ways to discuss it.

Nobody should be in charge of this ride. It is a standing ride. If Clay wants to offer a newb-friendly group every Wednesday that's great and I totally support it.

However it has been my experience that Wednesdays tend to show up without fail but people don't. Whoever shows up each week will decide what happens - and that's the beauty of the standing ride.

Rob, may he rest in peace, co-opted this ride a year ago and to his credit, a lot of people showed up every week. Then Rob got married so he stopped going and then nobody showed up. This is the problem with making it someone's ride. It is Wednesday's ride.

r1zebra · 06-25-2012, 12:15 PM

Originally Posted by Jesse bear

Where is the sylvan chevron? Maybe I'll have to come check it out. I'm a new rider myself but I have a bunch of dirtbike a quad experiance, just under 500 miles of mixed driving on my "new to me" 2002 Suzuki bandit 1200s and I love it so far!

Just looked back and saw what you meant. The blue "sylvan chevron" is a link to an areal map.
Its the sylvan exit on 26 west of the zoo.

Lee650 · 06-25-2012, 12:24 PM

Originally Posted by caslaw

nobody should be in charge of this ride. It is a standing ride. If clay wants to offer a newb-friendly group every wednesday that's great and i totally support it.

However it has been my experience that wednesdays tend to show up without fail but people don't. Whoever shows up each week will decide what happens - and that's the beauty of the standing ride.

Rob, may he rest in peace, co-opted this ride a year ago and to his credit, a lot of people showed up every week. Then rob got married so he stopped going and then nobody showed up. This is the problem with making it someone's ride. It is wednesday's ride.

Clay G · 06-25-2012, 05:29 PM

HEY!!! so there is NOOOOO misunderstanding:

LENA IS ALWAYS IN CHARGE!!!

if mamma' aint happy...

Love you Lena - a lot!

yeah, no argument going on, just me and Lena pokin' each other, sorry to confuse!!

the thoughts about this being wednesday's ride -HELL YEAH!

As for me, I (for some annoying reason) feel somewhat responsible for helping out new riders. I keep randomly rolling up on DEATHLY reasons to get back in the game and try to provide a little help to those of you that are ready to hear my blabbering...

So - my plan is to meet about 5:30 and start giving a few new riders (that want it) some guidance on how to survive on the street. (this isn't knee dragging, or how to 'go fast' discussion - this is SURVIVAL) Usually, the group leaves around 6:15 - well, those that wanna can hang a little later and I'll roll out about 6:30 on a slow, new rider friendly ride. Please understand, this is a easy paced, relaxed ride (for those with experience). My focus will be on keeping an eye on the newer riders, making sure they DO NOT scuff their bikes, and gently introducing them to some group riding concepts (like - remember what happened to Warren?).

I WISH I could flip this back to Tuesday like a few years ago - it was just AWESOME to end this ride at Ava's for TNC - and it really cemented a good foundation of contacts for most new riders, so please, don't be afraid to go Tuesday to TNC!!! However, I am GLAD that I can work my schedule now to try to 'remember Rob' every wednesday!! Those that don't know, ask around -he was worth hearing about!

who knows what the future holds? last week, that deer almost killed me - this week I'm probably gonna be leading this ride on a ninja 500, 2-up!

let's have fun, and BE SAFE!

caslaw · 06-26-2012, 09:48 AM

I plan on being their with my niece (the one who loves Ducatis) so it would make her day if some ducs showed up.

Lena are you showing up Wed? My niece remembers you and would love to say "hi".

hyperdannyboy · 06-26-2012, 08:25 PM

Hey any one want to go on a longer ride up to get the last photo tag. We could meet at the usual location for wednesday night or something more east side. Let me know who's down.

eekabeep · 06-26-2012, 09:51 PM

Newbie here; showing up to this tomorrow.

DarrenDriven · 06-26-2012, 09:54 PM

Danny, I'm with you. See ya tomorrow.

Broox · 06-26-2012, 10:14 PM

I am coming tomorrow. I have been riding for over 6 years now and have never been on a group ride so i am excited.

Distracti0n · 06-26-2012, 11:41 PM

I think ill be there, need to get back in it. Been out of action for too long waiting on that damn tire.

Melbs5150 · 06-27-2012, 05:34 AM

Wish I didn't have a work meeting that will run late tonight. Everyone have fun and keep it shiny side up.

r1zebra · 06-27-2012, 09:16 AM

Originally Posted by Distracti0n

I think ill be there, need to get back in it. Been out of action for too long waiting on that damn tire.

nice! Good to see you with some fresh rubber under ya.
from the sound of things at tnc last night there should be a great turnout on this one.
A nice warm sunny day definately helps!

8 lives · 06-27-2012, 11:44 AM

I am planning on making this.

Distracti0n · 06-27-2012, 01:58 PM

Originally Posted by r1zebra

nice! Good to see you with some fresh rubber under ya.
from the sound of things at tnc last night there should be a great turnout on this one.
A nice warm sunny day definately helps!

Hmmmm maybe ill bring the scooter

caslaw · 06-27-2012, 09:12 PM

Clay keep up the good work!

Nice ride to Deer Island - my niece had a great time especially on Apiary!


06-24-2012, 09:40 PM	#82
lena Joined: Aug 2007 From: Portland, OR Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: Monsters	There is no disagreement at all. I was just giving him some shit about this ride last week, no biggie. I am not in charge of this ride, it's a rotating lead ride and looks like Clay wants to do it now for a while which is fine. There is no reason for others to not lead another non-newbie ride at the same time. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-24-2012, 10:32 PM	#83
r1zebra Licensed Joined: Apr 2010 From: Vanstredam, wa I Ride: Sv1000 in ugly orange	I had a chance to hang back and ride with clay this time and it was great to see someone so interested in working with new riders on everything from basic safety to body position while still keeping things fun. There are a few people i would be concerned about taking on a more spirited ride that i would love to get out for this kind of coaching. I hope you keep it up Clay. a split group seems to be working really well to keep everyone happy. i love going out with the groups but i suck at organizing so thanks to everyone who is working to keep everyone showing up and rubber side down. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-25-2012, 08:23 AM	#84
Jesse bear Newbie Joined: May 2012 From: Fairview, oregon	Where is the sylvan chevron? Maybe I'll have to come check it out. I'm a new rider myself but I have a bunch of dirtbike a quad experiance, just under 500 miles of mixed driving on my "new to me" 2002 Suzuki bandit 1200s and I love it so far! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-25-2012, 05:29 PM	#89
Clay G Railer Joined: Mar 2008 From: Beaverton I Ride: For Rob, Gary, Bill... and the newbs	WSWR for new riders!! (don't forget ROB!) HEY!!! so there is NOOOOO misunderstanding: LENA IS ALWAYS IN CHARGE!!! if mamma' aint happy... Love you Lena - a lot! yeah, no argument going on, just me and Lena pokin' each other, sorry to confuse!! the thoughts about this being wednesday's ride -HELL YEAH! As for me, I (for some annoying reason) feel somewhat responsible for helping out new riders. I keep randomly rolling up on DEATHLY reasons to get back in the game and try to provide a little help to those of you that are ready to hear my blabbering... So - my plan is to meet about 5:30 and start giving a few new riders (that want it) some guidance on how to survive on the street. (this isn't knee dragging, or how to 'go fast' discussion - this is SURVIVAL) Usually, the group leaves around 6:15 - well, those that wanna can hang a little later and I'll roll out about 6:30 on a slow, new rider friendly ride. Please understand, this is a easy paced, relaxed ride (for those with experience). My focus will be on keeping an eye on the newer riders, making sure they DO NOT scuff their bikes, and gently introducing them to some group riding concepts (like - remember what happened to Warren?). I WISH I could flip this back to Tuesday like a few years ago - it was just AWESOME to end this ride at Ava's for TNC - and it really cemented a good foundation of contacts for most new riders, so please, don't be afraid to go Tuesday to TNC!!! However, I am GLAD that I can work my schedule now to try to 'remember Rob' every wednesday!! Those that don't know, ask around -he was worth hearing about! who knows what the future holds? last week, that deer almost killed me - this week I'm probably gonna be leading this ride on a ninja 500, 2-up! let's have fun, and BE SAFE! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-26-2012, 09:48 AM	#90
caslaw Peg Dragger Joined: Feb 2010 From: Portland, OR Blog Entries: 2 I Ride: A pig with a rocket in its ass! ("Zed")	I plan on being their with my niece (the one who loves Ducatis) so it would make her day if some ducs showed up. Lena are you showing up Wed? My niece remembers you and would love to say "hi". __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-26-2012, 08:25 PM	#91
hyperdannyboy Newbie Joined: Jun 2012 From: Portland Oregon I Ride: 49cc pocketbike, 09 hyper, 525 kmart trail master	Hey any one want to go on a longer ride up to get the last photo tag. We could meet at the usual location for wednesday night or something more east side. Let me know who's down. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-26-2012, 09:51 PM	#92
eekabeep Permit Joined: Apr 2012 From: Wilsonville I Ride: Ninja 300, Suzuki SV 650, Triumph Daytona 600	Newbie here; showing up to this tomorrow. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-26-2012, 09:54 PM	#93
DarrenDriven Endorsed Joined: Mar 2009 From: NoPo I Ride: Buell 1125CR	Danny, I'm with you. See ya tomorrow. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-26-2012, 10:14 PM	#94
Broox Newbie Joined: Apr 2012 From: Wilsonville I Ride: Suzuki GS500F	I am coming tomorrow. I have been riding for over 6 years now and have never been on a group ride so i am excited. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by Broox; 06-26-2012 at 10:25 PM..


06-26-2012, 11:41 PM	#95
Distracti0n Endorsed Joined: Apr 2012 From: Hillsboro I Ride: While texting, in a banana hammock.	I think ill be there, need to get back in it. Been out of action for too long waiting on that damn tire. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-27-2012, 05:34 AM	#96
Melbs5150 Novice Racer Joined: Dec 2008 From: Portland, OR I Ride: 05 Husky 450 SMR, 08 GSXR 600, 02 GSXR 750, 07 ZX6R	Wish I didn't have a work meeting that will run late tonight. Everyone have fun and keep it shiny side up. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-27-2012, 11:44 AM	#98
8 lives Pit Crew Joined: Oct 2008 From: Portland, Oregon I Ride: 2007 ZX-6R, 2002 CRF450R	I am planning on making this. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


06-27-2012, 09:12 PM	#100
caslaw Peg Dragger Joined: Feb 2010 From: Portland, OR Blog Entries: 2 I Ride: A pig with a rocket in its ass! ("Zed")	Clay keep up the good work! Nice ride to Deer Island - my niece had a great time especially on Apiary! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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