2014 Drift-In

[CDNRatMan]

  Troll if one was to take the distance from Micro Soft Streets and maps as accurate

my ride down through Detroit would be 1653.2 km. and from Lacrosse WI to Maggie Valley is 1471.2 km.

[Troll]

Just giving this a little (maybe too much) thought..BUT, Ratman, be sure to note down the mileage on your odometer when you leave home, and when you arrive. Since yours is going to be metric, we will have to multiply it by .625 to get a real number. Last year there was a prize on Saturday night for the longest distance RIDDEN to the rally. I missed by 15 miles....
My calculations indicate your trip should be 1018 miles, mine, 1167...maybe I'll win this year. Greenbarn won't even be in the running, with less than 500...

[Troll]

Bring some pictures of your W...I will of mine. The last one I saw was at Helen, last year and it was, well, less than spectacular...

[Drift1]

Kw that's great man ! Glad your able to attend . I haven't heard from Ventoracing in some time now . He's the one who has planned out the itinerary for this trip , but sure we can link up with you on our way down . I'll get in contact with him and have him post here .

[kw-retrorider]

O.K. Boys....I'm in. Got the kitchen pass, made a reservation, but only thru Thursday night, checking out Friday...that's what was left. Probably the room over the boiler next to the creek and the ice machine....but I took it. I'll play it by ear once I get there.

Ratman - make me a nametag...will send you $1 for the beer fund, if that's all you need.

Drift1 - I'm coming from Maryland and haven't set the route yet. My estimate is 9 to 10 hours, so planning on doing that on Tuesday 8/12. Do you know where you will be on Tuesday...I could try to hook up with you along the road.

Did put a new front tire on....decided to wait on checking the valves but wouldn't let the dealer do it after he gave me the price...so should make it.

Look forward to meeting this crew. So look for black on black with the rattle canned RH.

[greenbarn]

I would like to check on and/or verify my registration if possible - how would I do that?  I remember registering, but it's been several months, and just wanted to be reminded what I specified in T shirts, etc.

Also, I don't remember seeing anywhere what the fee is for the Drift-in?  I'm guessing there is a fee to cover the T-shirt, misc expenses, etc. etc.??   I couldn't find that info on the Drift-In pages?

Thanks, and looking forward to it.  64 days to go... I REALLY need to get the 1500 mods started...

[chief]

From:    WOLFCHIEF)   Jun-8 11:05 AM
To:    All     (1 of 1)
16151.1
Getting the T-shirts is a gonna cost me a huge amount of $$$ upfront.   So I am going to put in an order the First part of July while I can afford it.
This means you all have til Monday June 30 to reserve yourself a Custom made Rally T-shirt.
I will try to order a few extras depending on the money, but don't count on it.
So if you haven't already registered, do so now.
If you don't want to register but have reservations to make it to Drift-In this year or have every intention on being there or if you just want a T-shirt, then please E-mail me Personally at  wolfchief@charter.net
I will need your FULL NAME, ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS along with your SHIRT SIZE & QUANTITY.

Your Rally Host Chief

[Drift1]

Troll , Ventoracing had it planned to leave on the 11th and arrive on the 13th . I'll get the final details as soon as I get them , but right know that's the plan .

GB , hmmmm never thought about that ... LOL ... Maybe I can have Ventoracing's fiance ride one down so he doesn't have to put his two up set up on .... LOL

[greenbarn]

D1?  How are your going to get BOTH bikes there??  Because, I know you won't be able to decide which one to take! 

[Troll]

OK...I like saving money.. I'm going to be there Tuesday evening..when do you expect to arrive?

[Drift1]

Troll I'm still going roommate ... LOL . Maybe there was some confusion in the pm . I just wanted to be sure you were still cool with this being rooms were available , is all . Sorry for the confusion .

[Troll]

As of today, I still have my 2 bed room, and it's still available for sharing to cut down on costs...let me know what's happening.

[chief]

[/size] From: May-27 9:57 AM To: All  (1 of 1) 16141.1 [/size][/font] I just learned that there has been some sort of a recent mix-up when making reservations at the Dog Pound.   There are 8 rooms left.   Drift-In 14 dates are Aug. 13-14-15-16.   There are rooms available before and after those dates.   Seems like someone at the front desk taking reservations got confused about the dates.   The Owner notified me of this and says its all good now.  [/size]There are 8 rooms left.   If you are one of those last minute people.....please make reservations ASAP.   [/size][/font] If you have any questions whatsoever about anything that pertains to Drift-In 14, then you contact me directly at my personal e-mail.   wolfchief@charter.net [/size][/font][/font]

[Drift1]

 

[Troll]

If anything changes, like I have to cancel (I don't think so, but it is 3 months away), I'll let you know as soon as I know.

[Drift1]

Sounds good and thank you Troll , as I've been looking forward to meeting fellow riders as well as seeing what upgrades others have accomplished .

[Troll]

Ok, then it's a deal. I'll be there on Tuesday night....just a couple of N.Y. bikers.....

[Drift1]

GB  " SPOON " and " SNORE "  No thanks buddy , but my wife says that's boarder line of cheating  Thanks , ( I think ? ) for the offer though ..... LMAO

Troll I'll take you up on the offer , if it's still available ? I really appreciate it and know Ventoracing will be glad to hear the news as were riding down together from NY .

[greenbarn]

Ok, then...looks like I still have an open space...The offer will remain in effect until either somebody takes me up on it, or it's time to ride home...

NO, I'm saying he should take your spot -I think I just have one bed....   

[Troll]

Ok, then...looks like I still have an open space...The offer will remain in effect until either somebody takes me up on it, or it's time to ride home...

[greenbarn]

Troll, Still planning on it!

D1 - You'd be welcome to bunk with me, but I don't remember for certain, but I'm thinking my reservation is for a single queen bed. SO, I don't think that would work out that well for bunking with me - I'm told I snore.   And there's no way I'm spooning you, either....

[Troll]

    I have reserved a second floor parking lot side room. It has 2 beds, and since I usually use just one at a time...I was thinking that splitting the cost 50/50 would benefit both of us. I'm expecting Greenbarn to be riding in on Tuesday with me from his house, but if he can't make it, I'm open to suggestions...I reserved the room starting Tuesday night, so the whole price for the room for 5 nights is $267.50.....lemme know what you think....

[greenbarn]

Last year I was late getting in and stayed at a nearby campground. You could do that and ride over and join the festivities.
Don't let the room being booked discourage you. There will also be some rooms that will become available if folks cancel.

Yea - what he said...   Do not lose hope D1.  Bunk w/ Ratman....

[Pilgrim]

Last year I was late getting in and stayed at a nearby campground. You could do that and ride over and join the festivities.
Don't let the room being booked discourage you. There will also be some rooms that will become available if folks cancel.

[BamaBikerMom]

  sigh...is it time yet??