Covered Bridges of New Hampshire 2009

[Fred W]

:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

I've been privately trying to entice Skip into joining us on a NE group ride for some time now. I told him his KLR was okee dokee with all us old fogies!! Hell, if we'd put up with 'Busa Boy, we'd put up with anyone!!

Which reminds me (in an offhand, convoluted sort of way) are you going to make this one this time Shawn? Being completely straight up, honest, I'd really like it if you could make it. I've heard some great stuff from other people and I'd really like to meet you. I'm definitely willing to eat some crow.

Come join us. Please.

 

[bbdig]

Putting it on the calender, hope to bring the bride along on the back

 

[Nice Rumble]

Not "Covered Bridges" related but wanted to let those New England FJR riders who aren't already following AGirl's fall '09 adventure that she's out there now riding her FJR through some spectacular scenery. Check it out and subscribe to it. It looks to be another epic ride.

https://www.seizethejourney.com/rideinfo/fullcircle09_01.asp

 

[ALDAWG]

It's a 3 1/2 hour ride to N.H. for me. I may need to camp out somewhere on Friday night, but I love riding around in the north country.

 

[zip]

Not "Covered Bridges" related but wanted to let those New England FJR riders who aren't already following AGirl's fall '09 adventure that she's out there now riding her FJR through some spectacular scenery. Check it out and subscribe to it. It looks to be another epic ride.

Okay, that had me distracted from real work for about a half hour. Wow. Very impressive.



(And wondering the whole time how she affords it - time and money.)

Sort of like the Covered Bridges ride only 9,800 miles longer.

 

[ionbeam]

It's looking like there will be several over-nighters coming for this ride. If there is any interest perhaps Fred or I could look into lodging. There isn't much in the Hancock area where the ride begins.

Also, if there is any interest I can collect people coming from remote locations, grope group them up and a lead ride to Hancock like we did from Manchester a couple of years ago.

 

[Fred W]

Maybe we can find something just down the road in Peterborough? I'll check into it.

 

[BkrK12]

There are a bunch of places in Keene, only about 30 minutes away.

Best Western

(603) 357-3038 Make a Reservation See reviews on Yahoo! Local 401 Winchester St

Keene, NH Map

Coach House Motel & Cottages

(603) 352-4208 See reviews on Yahoo! Local 56 Monadnock Hwy

Keene, NH Map

E F Lane Hotel

(603) 357-7070 See reviews on Yahoo! Local 30 Main St

Keene, NH Map

Holiday Inn Express-Keene

(603) 352-7616 See reviews on Yahoo! Local 175 Key Rd

Keene, NH Map

Princeton Properties

(603) 357-3947 See reviews on Yahoo! Local 24 Monadnock Hwy

Keene, NH Map

Super 8

(603) 352-9780 Make a Reservation See reviews on Yahoo! Local 3 Ash Brook Rd

Keene, NH Map

Valley Green Motel

(603) 352-7350 Read Reviews See reviews on Yahoo! Local 379 West St

Keene, NH Map

 

[Fred W]

So, the survey overwhelmingly says we should have the ride on [SIZE=14pt] Saturday October 3rd!![/SIZE]

OK, there is not much available around Peterborough, just a couple of Mom and Pop motels. When I checked on room availability I am also reminded that we will be in the peak of the leaf peeping season. For that reason, I would suggest that anyone needing rooms for Friday or Saturday nights find them and get your reservations really soon.

You will likely have a little better luck finding something in the Manchester or Nashua NH areas, rather than out to the west toward Hancock or further west toward Keene. Those areas will fill up with tourists and also demand top $$. There are some bigger chain hotels in Manchester near the airport and also in Bedford and Merrimack, which are just on the other side of the river to the west. Then you can hook up with some folks headed for Hancock on Saturday AM or find your own way, as you wish.

A possible suggestion is the Best Western Executive Court in Manchester It is near the airport, not in downtown Manchester. We have had functions there in the past and it is pretty nice. Price isn't bad at ~$100 with AAA or AARP discount.

If somebody finds a better deal post it up so folks can stay in the same area.

 

[ionbeam]

Ok, we have floated the hotel idea, now to wait and see if there is any interest. The Long Island guys and perhaps RI, some CT and MA people will most likely be coming up via Rts 93 & 495 making Salem/Manchester an easier location for them. Most Mainiacs would find the eastern hotel location better too.

 

[road runner]

Hi Guys,

Felicia and I will likely need to spend the night Friday and perhaps even Saturday.

We now have matching outfits so she's good to go. This is a ride she has wanted to do for a while, and it's not to far for her. Maybe next year EOM

Art

 

[Fred W]

Oh, you guys are gonna be so cute!! :lol:

As I mentioned, you should try and get yourselves some reservations somewhere soon as the Leaf Peepers will have this area booked up solid very soon.

 

[TAZ1300]

Interesting website for those who ride in the area.. I know you guys that live up there know when peak season is but I figured the foilage tracker might interest some others as well as provide some other usefull info on rides etc. https://www.newenglandriders.org/Great%20Ro...%20Tracking.htm

 

[ionbeam]

Interesting website for those who ride in the area.. I know you guys that live up there know when peak season is but I figured the foilage tracker might interest some others as well as provide some other usefull info on rides etc. https://www.newenglandriders.org/Great%20Ro...%20Tracking.htm

Massachusetts Rides, a few Ma rides scattered throughout this site, and routes at this site.

 

[Fred W]

Interesting website for those who ride in the area.. I know you guys that live up there know when peak season is but I figured the foilage tracker might interest some others as well as provide some other usefull info on rides etc. https://www.newenglandriders.org/Great%20Ro...%20Tracking.htm

Neat find, Taz. Did you try clicking on Oct 3rd in the calendar?

Yeah Baby!! X marks the spot. That'll be the peak weekend!! :yahoo:

 

[cota95]

I've got 8 people coming and we'll be calling for camping reservations tomorrow morning, once everyone confirms.

 

[Fred W]

Wowsers. This is getting to be like a mini NEOM (New England Owners Meeting).

Maybe we should look for a bigger venue? :lol:

Just kidding...

 

[ALDAWG]

I've got 8 people coming and we'll be calling for camping reservations tomorrow morning, once everyone confirms.

If we go, we will also camp-out...

 

[jmarran]

I'm still trying to keep my focus on getting my crap together for EOM, but I'm pretty darn sure Julie and I will be in attendance.

 

[TAZ1300]

Fred, I did see you picked the perfect weekend and that website has a bunch of cool stuff, even covered bridges!