dcarver
Well-known member
So at WFO last July, late at night, after a few brews.. an idea surfaced that while the IBA is a fine and noble organization of individuals, some of us place little value in 1,000 plus mile days.. there is more to riding than that for us.. in short, we are Candy Butt riders who will probably never proudly tote an IBA plate on the back of our FJR's. Thus, in that magic moment of a warm intoxicated Reno night the Candy Butt Association (CBA) was formed.
To quote Jeff Foxworthy, you might be a CBA rider if:
Practically anyone can join the CBA as there are no real rules, just a few guidelines to keep it real. Here's a quick list..
So have fun, ride like you don't have to be anywhere soon.. because you don't; you are a CBA member!
Ps – this is all a joke. If you are a proud IBA member don't get your rear in a roar. If it is in a roar, apply more ointment. Do not send me money. This is a joke intended to promote good fun and jesting between members in this virtual community. I hope it is received in this spirit.
If enough interest exists, who knows, maybe something could evolve of the CBA.. but for now, just relax, smile and enjoy..
To quote Jeff Foxworthy, you might be a CBA rider if:
- You like to stop often. No need to be held slave to a 1,000 mile day just to say you did it.
- You like to read historical markers, take pictures, actually converse with the natives, stop by the creek, take your boots off and get your feet wet.
- Your idea of a fantastic day is < 10 hours in the saddle and < 400 miles traveled because you were lollygagging, posey sniffing, eating and talking.
- You like to eat, and eat well.. often too! Stopping to eat at the old 1950's diner is a must.. even if you just ate an hour ago. A lobster and steak house? Ummm. Must stop.
- You will stop for silly and stupid road side attractions. Like painted purple cows or cars stuffed nose first in the dirt, all in one big line.
- Your idea of packing for a trip does not include Preparation H, Monkey Butt jell or padded shorts. Who will need them anyway?
Practically anyone can join the CBA as there are no real rules, just a few guidelines to keep it real. Here's a quick list..
- Your membership is $5.00. This is a one time fee and feeds the kitty.
- Anyone caught or confessing to riding more than 400 miles in one day will be assessed a 2x monetary penalty of the membership fee or amount of the last infraction. For example, if BrunDog were to ride 401 miles in 24 hours, he would have to pay the kitty $10. The next infraction would be $20.
- The maximum any member is required to pay is $160 yearly. That should get the long distance IBA stuff outta of yer blood for at least a year. See how the kitty can grow quickly with this crowd?
- Every year a big blow out event will be held. The entire purpose of this event is CBA camaraderie, el torro poo-poo sessions, and to completely spend all money in the kitty for food and drink. Maybe some cigars too.
So have fun, ride like you don't have to be anywhere soon.. because you don't; you are a CBA member!
Ps – this is all a joke. If you are a proud IBA member don't get your rear in a roar. If it is in a roar, apply more ointment. Do not send me money. This is a joke intended to promote good fun and jesting between members in this virtual community. I hope it is received in this spirit.
If enough interest exists, who knows, maybe something could evolve of the CBA.. but for now, just relax, smile and enjoy..
