cota95
RI Beach Pop
I know I'm early but I've got a cross country trip planned for April-May and I would like to get this ride on my schedule because my wife really enjoyed last year. Any idea on date? (the later in May the better hint...hint)?
Chowda run-2011
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ionbeam
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I don't think there is a Chowda Head that has actually volunteered to put the ride together. I'm sure it will happen, it's just that nobody has picked up the ball yet.
I went to add some of our New England rides to the main Forum calender but it tells me that I'm not authorized to add events. Off to ping an admin........
I went to add some of our New England rides to the main Forum calender but it tells me that I'm not authorized to add events. Off to ping an admin........
DE OPPRESSO LIBER
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I've been thinking about this for a while George, but haven't fully commited, but since you've brought it up and I know people need time to plan, I am sad to say that I am going to have to bow out of this event as graciously as possible for reasons I prefer not to disclose at this time. I apologize in advance for not being able to make this an annual gala event (for me anyways), but feel that it is something worthwhile for those can can do it to be able to continue to do so. And those who attended last years inaugural run can attest to both FredW's planning/routing prowess in addition to the many fine sites and eateries along the way.
I hope that Fred or someone else is able/willing to put together another fine New England experience and gathering of FJR's!
I hope that Fred or someone else is able/willing to put together another fine New England experience and gathering of FJR's!
cota95
RI Beach Pop
Sorry to hear this CJ. Hopefully you'll at least be able to make a day of the ride.
VanHarlan
Well-known member
I've been waiting for this ride to "pop-up" again . . . really hope someone pulls this together . . . I've got a lot of riding to do this year to make up for the dismally low amount of miles I logged last year . . .
cota95
RI Beach Pop
We still need a Chowda Head...
Canadian FJR
Canadian FJR
Set the date for May 14th & 15th and a few of us could swing down after hitting Port Dover on the 13th.
Canadian FJR
Canadian FJR
MEM
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cota95
RI Beach Pop
One week too early for me-I'll still be coming home from the left coast-returning on 5/19
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cota95
RI Beach Pop
Just shaking the tree again...we need a chowda head. :clapping:
OK, I was really hoping that CJ would be able to take his ride back this year, but that doesn't seem like it's in the cards.
I'm willing to step back in and organize and lead this Chowder-head ride again, if you are all willing to follow me, but my schedule is somewhat limited.
As for timing, the weekend of May 28-30 is the Memorial Day long weekend. As everyone knows, that is the official start of the summer tourist season, and we don't really want to be riding around, especially on the southern Maine coast, on that weekend. That also marks the beginning of higher room rates on the Vacation-land coast.
Last year we held this ride on the weekend prior, which is probably the most opportune weekend. My limitation is I need to fly out of town Sunday night that weekend for work. So what if we start the ride in York on Thursday AM (May 19th). We'll arrange to stop at more spots (including Allison's Restaurant, for lunch this year ) and take a little longer at each of the photo stops. We won't have to try and rush to make it to Freeport in time for dinner at Harraseeket (that was the big rush last year, as they close early) and we'll just plan on a later dinner somewhere else in the Freeport area that stays open later.
Friday would be the ride up through Boothbay Harbor and up along the coast, stopping in the Rockland area again for lunch. It will be a weekday so should be somewhat faster than last year.
Saturday would be the self guided ride-about in the Mt Dessert/Bar Harbor/Acadia area, and then Sunday folks could mosey on home. Or you could catch the ride any where along the way that you can make it to. It is my honest opinion that the best part of this whole agenda is up in the Acadia area. If we get some weather like we had last year, well it is just like heaven.
So pipe up here quick like, and if there is enough interest I'll throw it together and make the required arrangements.
I'm willing to step back in and organize and lead this Chowder-head ride again, if you are all willing to follow me, but my schedule is somewhat limited.
As for timing, the weekend of May 28-30 is the Memorial Day long weekend. As everyone knows, that is the official start of the summer tourist season, and we don't really want to be riding around, especially on the southern Maine coast, on that weekend. That also marks the beginning of higher room rates on the Vacation-land coast.
Last year we held this ride on the weekend prior, which is probably the most opportune weekend. My limitation is I need to fly out of town Sunday night that weekend for work. So what if we start the ride in York on Thursday AM (May 19th). We'll arrange to stop at more spots (including Allison's Restaurant, for lunch this year
) and take a little longer at each of the photo stops. We won't have to try and rush to make it to Freeport in time for dinner at Harraseeket (that was the big rush last year, as they close early) and we'll just plan on a later dinner somewhere else in the Freeport area that stays open later.Friday would be the ride up through Boothbay Harbor and up along the coast, stopping in the Rockland area again for lunch. It will be a weekday so should be somewhat faster than last year.
Saturday would be the self guided ride-about in the Mt Dessert/Bar Harbor/Acadia area, and then Sunday folks could mosey on home. Or you could catch the ride any where along the way that you can make it to. It is my honest opinion that the best part of this whole agenda is up in the Acadia area. If we get some weather like we had last year, well it is just like heaven.
So pipe up here quick like, and if there is enough interest I'll throw it together and make the required arrangements.
VanHarlan
Well-known member
I like it . . . I'd probably have to leave Rochester NY on Thursday and meet you somewhere along the way on Friday . . . unless I could make Freeport in a day
cota95
RI Beach Pop
It will be close for me as I'm riding to the west coast earlier and am due back Thursday but I'm sure I can make it along the way. Thanks for stepping up Fred.
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zip
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I'm interested again this year, and... this may very well be my last East Coast ride!
(See post I'm about to make on the NE board.)
Would love to follow your lead again, Fred.
(See post I'm about to make on the NE board.)
Would love to follow your lead again, Fred.
I'll start a new thread soon, announcing the ride dates and pertinent details.
RaYzerman19
Go Wings!
My 2011 calendar has me east quite a bit this year, but May 20 weekend has me in Montreal/eastern Quebec, so I won't be able to make this, although it is verrrry tempting.
Here's a possible stop for this year's run. Who's up for little sea monster? Saw this along Route 1 in Seabrook NH yesterday. I'm sure someone would be brave enough to try it.
08FJR4ME
-WYNPRO-
FJready,
I like the license plate! Why couldn't I think of something like that. Seeing's your from Mass it won't be available. WynPro doesn't fit either
Dave
I like the license plate!
Why couldn't I think of something like that. Seeing's your from Mass it won't be available. WynPro doesn't fit eitherDave
cota95
RI Beach Pop
FJR08????FJready,
I like the license plate!
Dave
