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  1. gypsy

    More Craigslist antics

    Oh how many times I would have liked to do something like that if I had the guts!! (Could someone start posting the 'we don't have both sides of the story' comments now. This post has been up for 20 minutes and not one! You reasonable people are really slipping. ;) ) gypsy
  2. gypsy

    Griff and wheaton to BC (and CFR) and back

    Ok so what happened with griff and his chill's? Did BK take care of that? Was he able to pass the bug to the dual sporters? Inquiring minds want to know!!! Enjoying your report. It is pleasantly strange when you meet up with familiar faces on the road in unexpected spots. Thanks for chapter 2...
  3. gypsy

    Bluestreak and MCML Ride to Alaska

    I have never heard of this Signpost Forest. I can see there are a lot of signs but do people just put up their own signs? Does anyone know how this tradition began? Thanks gypsy
  4. gypsy

    Bluestreak and MCML Ride to Alaska

    Joseph the photo that shows Hyder town limits also has a sign 'Entering Alaska'. Is there no formal border crossing? Passports, Homeland Security and all that? Great ride report. I look forward to more. gypsy
  5. gypsy

    Griff and wheaton to BC (and CFR) and back

    Well Wheaton I look forward to the next installment whenever you have time to load it. gypsy
  6. gypsy

    Cassiar Hwy accomodations

    Kevin I have been looking online. There doesn't seem to be anything in Jade City. Two hours north in Watson Lake, Yukon there is: Big Horn Hotel (according to tourism Yukon site it is $89- $130) Watson Lake, YT [email protected] Phone (867) 536-2020 Also in Watson Lake Northern Beaver...
  7. gypsy

    CFR or Bust!

    I can't be sure but it may have something to do with whatever is in his hands. :yahoo: gypsy
  8. gypsy

    CFR or Bust!

    Don thanks for the report. Pictures are always great but a story to go with them is better. gypsy
  9. gypsy

    Where the Hell was MikeH ????

    Wheaton this would be the infamous Mike and the method in which Penny marks her territory. Sorry ladies!! gypsy
  10. gypsy

    Violation in USA transfer to Canada

    The Ontario Ministry of Transport site specifically mentions the States of New York and Michigan. Here is the link. Scroll to the bottom....and then slow down! :) "Demerit Points for Out-of-Province Convictions" https://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/dandv/driver/demerit.shtml gypsy
  11. gypsy

    CFR Photos

    Great pictures keep em coming!! gypsy (PS you all still suck...ok I am bitter :bye2: )
  12. gypsy

    Group Rides

    Hello FJRers, I have been on several group rides over the years with people new to the idea. There are some rules that make it easier for everyone. Well known motorcycle journalist Nick Ienatsch's developed the concept of riding 'the pace' when in groups. This is not a new but with more group...
  13. gypsy

    LA to CFR and back

    Well AB we should just refuse to look...that will teach them *sob* :cray: gypsy
  14. gypsy

    My kids are off to China & Korea to teach

    I realize Seoul is a huge city (11 million-ish) but I used to teach in Suwon (the Seoul suburbs). Just curious where your son is going to teach? gypsy
  15. gypsy

    Nova Scotia Road Trip July 2009

    I have a US bank card and it works fine here. Some banks charge a fee every time you withdraw cash though so don't take it out $20 at a time. Not sure where you read that Sport but the currency here is the Canadian dollar. Canadian Bills Many places (gas stations, hotels, touristy things) will...
  16. gypsy

    Novia Scotia in Mid June??

    Hi Steve, The weather here should be fine here in mid-June but note that I said 'should'. We are along the coast so weather happens. This is a great place to ride. Some of the roads have taken a **** kickin' the past few winters. There is an election in the wind though so the highway crews are...
  17. gypsy

    Laminar Lip

    There is one somewhere along the trans-canada highway around Amherst, Nova Scotia. When you get one make sure you fasten it on well! :) gypsy
  18. gypsy

    Yay Spring!!! Damn FJR won't start!!!

    Well I finally had time to go out in the garage last night after all the kids were in bed and get it started. This is the 5th Spring I have had the FJR and this was the hardest starting. The second winter cost me a battery but when I put the new one in it started right up. Coincidentally (or...
  19. gypsy

    Yay Spring!!! Damn FJR won't start!!!

    I topped up the tank and put in fuel stabilizer in the Fall. Not all of us are semi-retarded...retired and have time to keep playing in the garage all winter. :P
  20. gypsy

    Yay Spring!!! Damn FJR won't start!!!

    ok so I was trying not to kill my battery. I will try the wide open method and put a booster on it if I have too. Sull there were a lot of bikes out today. I was in the minivan with my wife and 3 kids though. You planning to ride up this way in 2009? I am not planning any long trips but sure to...
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