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ninjarider · 04-15-2009, 11:32 PM

great ride today. I had fun. thanks everyone. nice to meet those of you that I hadn't before.

Transported · 04-16-2009, 11:07 AM

It was a good turnout, with 13 riding. Mark (mfrankpdx) led down Skyline then right on Germantown to 30 then up McNamee then back on Skyline and out to Rocky Point, then back on Skyline to Sylvan.

Damion (running sweep) and I got separated when I had to make an impromptu nature visit on McNamee and I sent us on a loop past Rock Creek Tavern and Helvetia Inn. [Note: Please, everyone, wait at all intersections to be sure the person behind you has caught up and knows where to turn. It is your responsibility to make sure no one gets lost.]

Back at Logie Trail, where we texted the group, an undercover dark gray police car came up Logie and then onto Skyline back toward Sylvan. So, Damion and I took it easy until Drazen (DGA) and Harvey (hooligan) caught up to us at Cornelius Pass, where we stopped and reformed the group then congregated before parting ways at the lot across from Skyline Burger.

I hope everyone had as much fun as I did. It was cold, but the roads were in pretty good shape. Sorry we missed you, Matt and Amber. We even left a bit late (6:15). I was pleased to see how everyone stayed together with no mishaps this early in the season on roads this challenging. Should be a good riding season ahead of us.

ninjarider · 04-16-2009, 12:08 PM

Originally Posted by Transported

[Note: Please, everyone, wait at all intersections to be sure the person behind you has caught up and knows where to turn. It is your responsibility to make sure no one gets lost.]

sorry about that. I don't usually do that. won't happen again

BoricuaBusa · 04-16-2009, 01:01 PM

Originally Posted by ninjarider

sorry about that. I don't usually do that. won't happen again

ninjarider · 04-16-2009, 01:03 PM

Originally Posted by BoricuaBusa

ok, this is coming from the guy who wouldn't come because of a blazers game. I was able to get home right after it started.

BoricuaBusa · 04-16-2009, 01:04 PM

Originally Posted by ninjarider

ok, this is coming from the guy who wouldn't come because of a blazers game. I was able to get home right after it started.

The beers needed to get cold....

Transported · 04-16-2009, 02:34 PM

Originally Posted by ninjarider

sorry about that. I don't usually do that. won't happen again

No problem. Wasn't so bad because I know the roads so well, there was little chance of me getting lost. And, I've failed to wait, too, at times. But, it really makes the ride work seamlessly if that rule is adhered to.

Yjeffery · 04-22-2009, 09:48 AM

McNamee calls me...whos goin tonight?

kmannth · 04-22-2009, 09:58 AM

If I am still on the west sidethis afternoon/evening I will be there. I need to get my speed triple out.

DGA · 04-22-2009, 10:00 AM

Originally Posted by kmannth

If I am still on the west sidethis afternoon/evening I will be there. I need to get my speed triple out.

...and I would like to see it. I am more then likely in.

mfrankpdx · 04-22-2009, 10:01 AM

If I can get my forks back in my toofiddy in time I'll be there.

motostunter · 04-22-2009, 10:02 AM

Originally Posted by Yjeffery

McNamee calls me...whos goin tonight?

I think I may be hearing that call too. You only want to hit it tonight, or earlier today? I need gas, and air in my tires, and to get ready, but that is all.

motostunter · 04-22-2009, 10:08 AM

If anybody wants to scout out Skyline, Mcnamee, etc... early in the day, send me a text. I have nothing to do and wont be hovering over the puter.

Yjeffery · 04-22-2009, 10:49 AM

gota work till five but i'll be there tonight. rode it twice on Monday evening it was great!

Transported · 04-22-2009, 11:31 AM

Planning on showing. I'm thinking hardcore tonight: down McNamee then up Logie Trail. I'm in the mood for some twisties without bicycles.

motostunter · 04-22-2009, 11:37 AM

I might be going 2up tonight. 6pm at the Sylvan Chevron right?

Transported · 04-22-2009, 11:54 AM

Yep. 6:00, unless we want to start a little later. I can't make it any earlier.

G00se · 04-22-2009, 12:08 PM

Originally Posted by motostunter

If anybody wants to scout out Skyline, Mcnamee, etc... early in the day, send me a text. I have nothing to do and wont be hovering over the puter.

I'll scout out McNamee and Logie Trail rd in a few minutes I'll head out.

Because
A. I never ride these routes and I want to know what I'm in for.
B. I'm unemployed and I've got nothing better to do

Heres what my route will look like
Google Map Route

Yjeffery · 04-22-2009, 12:15 PM

Originally Posted by Transported

Planning on showing. I'm thinking hardcore tonight: down McNamee then up Logie Trail. I'm in the mood for some twisties without bicycles.

sounds awesome! logie trail is quite demanding, and really sharp.. I likey!

If its not too big a group, any one want to give me some pointers on my ridding?
It's been a few months since I got my zx and I just want to know if I'm learning the right stuff, not etching bad habits into my ability.

any ways see yall tonight!

Saki.Girl · 04-22-2009, 12:36 PM

I should be there if weather holds

DGA · 04-22-2009, 12:56 PM

Upper 1/2 of Logie trail is covered with gravel, the bottom 1/2 is not bad. I ran McNamee on Sunday night and it's in good shape.

G00se · 04-22-2009, 01:53 PM

Just rode McNamee and Logie Trail they are pretty good.

Some gravel on both roads, I think you just have to expect some gravel on McNamee due to the amount of gravel driveways.

McNamee is a fun road. I'd like to ride a supermoto on that thing!

See ya guys at 6.

CIPHER · 04-22-2009, 02:51 PM

Originally Posted by Transported

Yep. 6:00, unless we want to start a little later. I can't make it any earlier.

I will also be there as soon as I can. I cannot leave to head over until 5, and I hope the traffic won't be too bad from Jantzen Beach to Sylvan. But count me in, I will be there ASAP. I also cannot make it there any earlier.

mfrankpdx · 04-22-2009, 03:28 PM

Originally Posted by G00se

McNamee is a fun road. I'd like to ride a supermoto on that thing!

Transported · 04-22-2009, 03:57 PM

Let's hear it for classic R1s and supermotos on McNamee!

dcamgixxer · 04-22-2009, 04:33 PM

so is it kickstands up at 6? or meet at 6 and kickstands up at 630?

Transported · 04-22-2009, 05:10 PM

The plan is to leave as close to 6:00 as possible. I can only get there by about 6:00. We should be on the road by no later than 6:15, ideally.

Saki.Girl · 04-22-2009, 07:19 PM

fun ride guys sorry did not make the whole thing i was way to cold should have had a few more layers on so broke off after I let the sweep know I was going .

I can say first time doing macname down and i can see where it can be fun I will need to ride it down more often to get more comfortable it is for sure fun going up.

lena · 04-22-2009, 08:40 PM

Well, I don't run sweep very often (why the hell?) and I have to say it was fun tonight. It's so cool to see all the bikes lined up and diving for the twisties, I love the sight! Also - I got to observe, observe ...

dcamgixxer · 04-22-2009, 08:44 PM

Hey Lena I wanted to ask you if you had any feedback from being behind me... I know you probably weren't paying that much attention to how i was riding but since i set my suspension up i felt totally different out there..

Great ride as always Vaun!

dcamgixxer · 04-22-2009, 08:52 PM

Originally Posted by Saki.Girl

fun ride guys sorry did not make the whole thing i was way to cold should have had a few more layers on so broke off .

I can say first time doing macname down and i can see where it can be fun I will need to ride it down more often to get more comfortable it is for sure fun going up.

I thought i might have been riding your ass a little too close and i upset you.. I hope that wasnt the case. I apologize if i was, i usually leave a nice cushion between me and the rider in front of me but for some reason i was having a hard time staying back today. wont happen again.

lena · 04-22-2009, 08:56 PM

Originally Posted by dcamgixxer

Hey Lena I wanted to ask you if you had any feedback from being behind me... I know you probably weren't paying that much attention to how i was riding but since i set my suspension up i felt totally different out there..

Great ride as always Vaun!

PM sent.

CIPHER · 04-22-2009, 09:06 PM

It was a great night tonight! I had a blast! It was a tad bit chilly, but a lot of fun none-the-less. Thanks!

Yjeffery · 04-22-2009, 09:43 PM

Had a great time out there today, thanks again for the ride Vaun.
Lena, got any feedback for me? I'd love it... thanks for riding sweep too!

dcamgixxer · 04-22-2009, 09:51 PM

andrew, im not sure if my advise is qualifiable but i noticed that you dont get off the bike much and ride flat footed... Just an observation, not like we were draggin knees out there so im not sure how helpful that is..

Yjeffery · 04-22-2009, 09:58 PM

Originally Posted by dcamgixxer

andrew, im not sure if my advise is qualifiable but i noticed that you dont get off the bike much and ride flat footed... Just an observation, not like we were draggin knees out there so im not sure how helpful that is..

Thats right, you were right behind me...
see some times I feel like I'm hanging off to much and its not even necessary.
but I don't know because I'm so new I'm just getting the feel for it. I do know that I don't want to be right on top in some of those sharp slow corners an low side it.
Also what is flat footed??

thanks for the advice though. I'll take as much as I can get!

dcamgixxer · 04-22-2009, 10:08 PM

As far as footing, I would say ask transported how to have your feet on the rearsets. I may be wrong but i think you want to be on the ball of your foot... Like i said, im no pro, i just try to pass on advise as it was given to me... The reason i say get off the bike more is because it looks like you are just turning in you seat in comparisson to moving over and getting a cheek off. I feel like im saying something wrong so will someone correct me please, i dont want to give bad advise.

Yjeffery · 04-22-2009, 10:17 PM

Okay, I can see how it'd be better for body control to have the ball of your foot bracing you. I could probably reach over the seat/tank easier using my feet more... I'll give it a try.
thanks man.
either way It was great out there tonight!

lena · 04-22-2009, 10:23 PM

Jeffrey (or Andrew?

), I am sorry, I didn't pay attention, you were in front of me just for a short time. But yes, balls of your feet on the pegs, for cornering clearance. I scraped my boots before I realized that I wasn't doing it right.

Soil though, Mr Slingshot, should we change your screen name to that?

BTW, Saki Girl, nice avatar. As a matter of fact, since Mr P is currently not available ...

polvo2 · 04-22-2009, 10:47 PM

I planned on making it out there tonight. The gods of lost bike keys seemed to have struck down on me. Locksmith coming tomorrow :(


04-15-2009, 11:32 PM	#121
ninjarider Superbiker Joined: Oct 2008 From: Hillsboro I Ride: a green one	great ride today. I had fun. thanks everyone. nice to meet those of you that I hadn't before. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-16-2009, 11:07 AM	#122
Transported MotoGP Champion Joined: Dec 2006 From: Portland, Oregon Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: '99 R1, '80 Suz GS450S	It was a good turnout, with 13 riding. Mark (mfrankpdx) led down Skyline then right on Germantown to 30 then up McNamee then back on Skyline and out to Rocky Point, then back on Skyline to Sylvan. Damion (running sweep) and I got separated when I had to make an impromptu nature visit on McNamee and I sent us on a loop past Rock Creek Tavern and Helvetia Inn. [Note: Please, everyone, wait at all intersections to be sure the person behind you has caught up and knows where to turn. It is your responsibility to make sure no one gets lost.] Back at Logie Trail, where we texted the group, an undercover dark gray police car came up Logie and then onto Skyline back toward Sylvan. So, Damion and I took it easy until Drazen (DGA) and Harvey (hooligan) caught up to us at Cornelius Pass, where we stopped and reformed the group then congregated before parting ways at the lot across from Skyline Burger. I hope everyone had as much fun as I did. It was cold, but the roads were in pretty good shape. Sorry we missed you, Matt and Amber. We even left a bit late (6:15). I was pleased to see how everyone stayed together with no mishaps this early in the season on roads this challenging. Should be a good riding season ahead of us. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 09:48 AM	#128
Yjeffery Training Wheels Joined: Feb 2009 From: Portland, OR I Ride: 2006 zx636, 1982 cb650	McNamee calls me...whos goin tonight? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 09:58 AM	#129
kmannth Pit Crew Joined: Jun 2008 From: Portland Oregon I Ride: 01 Speed Triple/Suzuki RF900 95	If I am still on the west sidethis afternoon/evening I will be there. I need to get my speed triple out. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 10:01 AM	#131
mfrankpdx Moderator Joined: Jul 2007 From: Portland I Ride: '07 R1, '08 WR250X	If I can get my forks back in my toofiddy in time I'll be there. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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04-22-2009, 10:08 AM	#133
motostunter Zone Head Joined: Aug 2006 From: Portland, Or (Bethany) I Ride: 03 636	If anybody wants to scout out Skyline, Mcnamee, etc... early in the day, send me a text. I have nothing to do and wont be hovering over the puter. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 10:49 AM	#134
Yjeffery Training Wheels Joined: Feb 2009 From: Portland, OR I Ride: 2006 zx636, 1982 cb650	gota work till five but i'll be there tonight. rode it twice on Monday evening it was great! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 11:31 AM	#135
Transported MotoGP Champion Joined: Dec 2006 From: Portland, Oregon Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: '99 R1, '80 Suz GS450S	Planning on showing. I'm thinking hardcore tonight: down McNamee then up Logie Trail. I'm in the mood for some twisties without bicycles. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 11:37 AM	#136
motostunter Zone Head Joined: Aug 2006 From: Portland, Or (Bethany) I Ride: 03 636	I might be going 2up tonight. 6pm at the Sylvan Chevron right? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 11:54 AM	#137
Transported MotoGP Champion Joined: Dec 2006 From: Portland, Oregon Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: '99 R1, '80 Suz GS450S	Yep. 6:00, unless we want to start a little later. I can't make it any earlier. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 12:36 PM	#140
Saki.Girl Zone Head Joined: May 2007 From: Hillsboro OR Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: 2006 Ninja 650R	I should be there if weather holds __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 12:56 PM	#141
DGA Superbiker Joined: Jun 2007 From: Portland, Oregon I Ride: naked	Upper 1/2 of Logie trail is covered with gravel, the bottom 1/2 is not bad. I ran McNamee on Sunday night and it's in good shape. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 01:53 PM	#142
G00se Training Wheels Joined: Nov 2007 From: Beaverton Or I Ride: 2006 Honda 599, 2006 CRF250X, 1989 KX250	Just rode McNamee and Logie Trail they are pretty good. Some gravel on both roads, I think you just have to expect some gravel on McNamee due to the amount of gravel driveways. McNamee is a fun road. I'd like to ride a supermoto on that thing! See ya guys at 6. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 03:57 PM	#145
Transported MotoGP Champion Joined: Dec 2006 From: Portland, Oregon Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: '99 R1, '80 Suz GS450S	Let's hear it for classic R1s and supermotos on McNamee! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 04:33 PM	#146
dcamgixxer Zone Head Joined: Jul 2008 From: beaverton, or I Ride: like a cholo	so is it kickstands up at 6? or meet at 6 and kickstands up at 630? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 05:10 PM	#147
Transported MotoGP Champion Joined: Dec 2006 From: Portland, Oregon Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: '99 R1, '80 Suz GS450S	The plan is to leave as close to 6:00 as possible. I can only get there by about 6:00. We should be on the road by no later than 6:15, ideally. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 07:19 PM	#148
Saki.Girl Zone Head Joined: May 2007 From: Hillsboro OR Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: 2006 Ninja 650R	fun ride guys sorry did not make the whole thing i was way to cold should have had a few more layers on so broke off after I let the sweep know I was going . I can say first time doing macname down and i can see where it can be fun I will need to ride it down more often to get more comfortable it is for sure fun going up. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by Saki.Girl; 04-23-2009 at 03:04 PM..


04-22-2009, 08:40 PM	#149
lena Moderator Joined: Aug 2007 From: Portland, OR I Ride: Monster 750	Well, I don't run sweep very often (why the hell?) and I have to say it was fun tonight. It's so cool to see all the bikes lined up and diving for the twisties, I love the sight! Also - I got to observe, observe ... __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 08:44 PM	#150
dcamgixxer Zone Head Joined: Jul 2008 From: beaverton, or I Ride: like a cholo	Hey Lena I wanted to ask you if you had any feedback from being behind me... I know you probably weren't paying that much attention to how i was riding but since i set my suspension up i felt totally different out there.. Great ride as always Vaun! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 09:06 PM	#153
CIPHER viperblue02r1 Joined: Jun 2007 From: Or-y-gun I Ride: '02 R1	It was a great night tonight! I had a blast! It was a tad bit chilly, but a lot of fun none-the-less. Thanks! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 09:43 PM	#154
Yjeffery Training Wheels Joined: Feb 2009 From: Portland, OR I Ride: 2006 zx636, 1982 cb650	Had a great time out there today, thanks again for the ride Vaun. Lena, got any feedback for me? I'd love it... thanks for riding sweep too! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 09:51 PM	#155
dcamgixxer Zone Head Joined: Jul 2008 From: beaverton, or I Ride: like a cholo	andrew, im not sure if my advise is qualifiable but i noticed that you dont get off the bike much and ride flat footed... Just an observation, not like we were draggin knees out there so im not sure how helpful that is.. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 10:08 PM	#157
dcamgixxer Zone Head Joined: Jul 2008 From: beaverton, or I Ride: like a cholo	As far as footing, I would say ask transported how to have your feet on the rearsets. I may be wrong but i think you want to be on the ball of your foot... Like i said, im no pro, i just try to pass on advise as it was given to me... The reason i say get off the bike more is because it looks like you are just turning in you seat in comparisson to moving over and getting a cheek off. I feel like im saying something wrong so will someone correct me please, i dont want to give bad advise. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 10:17 PM	#158
Yjeffery Training Wheels Joined: Feb 2009 From: Portland, OR I Ride: 2006 zx636, 1982 cb650	Okay, I can see how it'd be better for body control to have the ball of your foot bracing you. I could probably reach over the seat/tank easier using my feet more... I'll give it a try. thanks man. either way It was great out there tonight! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-22-2009, 10:23 PM	#159
lena Moderator Joined: Aug 2007 From: Portland, OR I Ride: Monster 750	Jeffrey (or Andrew? ), I am sorry, I didn't pay attention, you were in front of me just for a short time. But yes, balls of your feet on the pegs, for cornering clearance. I scraped my boots before I realized that I wasn't doing it right. Soil though, Mr Slingshot, should we change your screen name to that? BTW, Saki Girl, nice avatar. As a matter of fact, since Mr P is currently not available ... __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by lena; 04-22-2009 at 10:41 PM..


04-22-2009, 10:47 PM	#160
polvo2 WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Jul 2006 From: PDX I Ride: GSXR 600, CBR 600RR	I planned on making it out there tonight. The gods of lost bike keys seemed to have struck down on me. Locksmith coming tomorrow :( __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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