It's 4am and I have a craving for some BBQ

[phroenips]

If I can cover more miles and save a travel day for more fun stuff then I'll do it. In addition, doing the SS1K now gives me a measuring stick. For instance, from my town to Crested Butte Colorado where I have family that lives there, it's 853 miles. While I've driven that distance several times, I now know I can do it easy on the FJR. Instead of taking a couple of days getting there I can zip straight there and that's an extra two days (counting saving time coming back) I have to spend in carving mountain roads.

Well, conveniently, SW-FOG is being held in Salida, CO this year...only about 750 miles and very near Crested Butte. I think that's a good enough excuse to attend one of the regional rallys and combine it with a visit to your family in Crested Butte

https://www.sw-fog.com

 

[gixxerjasen]

If I do that I might have a train of FJR's in tow. I mean, when I say "Family" it's just one guy, my wife's uncle. But he does own a bar there....



Earthrooster, swing in and tell them the guy who rode 500 miles to eat there sent ya! I'm sure they'll be tickled pink over that. Shoot, it'd be funny if it became an Iron Butt destination, have folks ride in from even further. They'd totally flip out.

 

[user 28803]

Earthrooster, swing in and tell them the guy who rode 500 miles to eat there sent ya! I'm sure they'll be tickled pink over that. Shoot, it'd be funny if it became an Iron Butt destination, have folks ride in from even further. They'd totally flip out.

If I go soon (hope to within a few weeks) I'll tell them :thumbsup:

 

[FJRBandit]

Awesome report Jason! If I decide to take the Memphis route to SFO next week, I'll make sure to swing through Mason on the way!

After I did my SS1000 I had a similar feeling as you about it. I'm not the "bucket list" kind of guy, I just iew my life as one big adventure anyway. But after the SS100 my confidence level for LD riding was vastly extended. Now I don't even blink at a 500 mile day. When planing trips I generally build in 575-650 for a typical day's ride, and can stretch it to 850 if necessary (without iron butt planning mode kicking in). Coming home from New Mexico in April I did an undocumented BB1500 bringing it from Alamogordo. That entailed close to 700 the first day and then 850 the next day, in very focused riding. The entire ride was 4,000 in 7 days. That's what the SS1000 did for me...

Shortly after I did the SS1000 I, too, started immediately thinking about how much I would luv to do the 50CC - that's something you and I need to discuss sometime.

As the Rooster mentioned, he and I are planning a SS1000 in July. I may not even bother documenting my portion - but will be there for the Rooster to witness his initiation into "the club". I have a little concern about the heat, but did my SS1000 in mid-July three years ago in 95-100 heat. Hydration is the key...

 

[NMRoadRunner]

If you want good BBQ you're more then welcome to come to my place. I learned to cook on Mesquite in Tejas, but have added a little kick to it, being a native, and living in Newer Mexico most of my life. No resturant, just custom catering and cooking KCBS contests and Rib Festivals through out the southwest. my specialty is Brisket, but cook about anything that will fit into my cooker. "Taste Bud's BBQ Cpmpany. you haven't tasted real pit BBQ, until you Taste Bud's BBQ" :yahoo:

 

[gixxerjasen]

NMRoadRunner, I may take you up on that.

I moved to Texas from having lived mostly in florida with a short stint of my childhood in Vermont. I was working as a manager and some of my employees were in their High School work study program. As it turns out, every year toward the end of the year they have a manager appreciation luncheon and one of my staff decided I'd be the manager she asked along. We were going through the line and I stopped in front of this foreign looking bit of BBQ meat and asked her "What is that?"

I thought she was going to pass out right before she blurted out making a scene "OH MY GOD!! YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT BRISKET IS???"

I sheepishly grabbed some and moved along. Turns out I didn't grab enough brisket because it was melt in your mouth goodness and an instant love. I went back for seconds and there was none.

Since then I've not only sought out brisket wherever I can, but I've learned to cook it as well and do pretty well with what I've got. I've gotten some compliments from native Texans many times, however, I'm always up for the chance to watch, learn and taste the brisket from others, especially those who know what they are doing.

 

[NMRoadRunner]

My daughter has recenty relocated to the South Lake area from Scootesdale AZ, and is expecting our first grandchild, I will be heading to TX alot more then I used to. My son in law is a BBQ addict now and wants to know of some good BBQ in the area? Could you reccommend some? I'll contact you when we come out in mid to late June. I may miss SW-FOG this year as the little one is due late July.

 

[rogdeb]

A real cool RR GixxerJ :clapping: :clapping: Love what you did for Gramma :clapping:

Ya got me thinking (again!!) about a SS1K

 

[gixxerjasen]

In the area? I dunno, just the usual chains that I know of in the city. I came across some guys who do great BBQ, best I've had in Dallas. I was disappointed to find they only did catering though. I guess it keeps the costs down and they were so good that they stay booked up solid. Usually my best BBQ I find is at someone's house.

In fact, if you are going to be in Texas often, you should join up at www.twtex.com and check out the pie runs. Then look up the July 14 shindig down at one of the members houses in San Antonio. It's a big annual deal for members and a couple of guys show up with their trailer mounted rigs and put out a metric ton of BBQ. I missed it last year but I'm taking Friday off to ride down, then hit the hill country, then end up at his place for the festivities the next day. Join up, come ride on down!

 

[gixxerjasen]

Better late than never. I never sent in my paperwork and after a year I contacted the IBA and inquired and was told there wasn't a limit on when you could submit so long as everything was in order.

Postman delivered this little care package today.

 

[Redfish Hunter]

Excellent! I still need to do this myself. You would think that the hardest part would be the ride, but submitting the paperwork has been sooo difficult.

 

[gixxerjasen]

Indeed, surprising that it's the most difficult part to accomplish. Get off your rear and do it RH.

 

[gixxerjasen]

Just a small update to those who followed this report. My wife's grandmother was put into hospice on Saturday night and left us last night. I'm so glad I was able to do this for her. I'm also happy to report that this wasn't her last food from Bozo's as we swung through last year after our Georgia trip to get her some more.

 

[Redfish Hunter]

Well, hell. I was hoping to read some more goodness when I saw this thread resurrected.

I can say from personal experience that it is much better when you can look back and say, "I am really glad I took the time to do that while she was still alive." Having to always wish you had done more, or knowing that you should have made the time to do something nice sucks. I've been on both sides of that. You did good.

 

[HotRodZilla]

Jasen, if in had known my dad was going to die in the hospital, when he asked for a ribeye steak with sautéed mishrooms, I would have gotten it for him.

Good work, making someone's life just a little happier, even if it was only some food. I'm sure that's not the only thing you have done and that makes you a better person. Sorry for her loss!!

AJ

 

[gixxerjasen]

Thanks guys. I never really knew my own grandmothers, so this woman has been one for me for the last sixteen years. It's been a rough couple of weeks.

 

[BkerChuck]

Jasen,

Somehow I missed this report when it was new and just read it today. Good on you man not just for the ride but even more so for the reason. I just did my first SS1K in August and now know I could do it anytime the need arose. I f I ever have the opportunity or need like yours I will do it willingly and happily.

Sorry for your loss brother.

 

[RadioHowie]

Jasen, I too just came across this post. NICE job.

My only contribution -- I can't believe a decent barbecue joint would use "crinkle cut" fries!! Sacrilege!!

Crinkle Cuts are the Hyosung of french fries, but that is some FINE looking pork!

 

[Big Sky]

Gixxer, I loved my Grandma Ida's good "Cherman" cooking - ya, good borscht und fleischkeuchle. That 's how she showed you love - she fed you! Grandmas and food... Grandmothers are to be valued. I was so lucky to have mine for 95 years. Glad you got to know and value your grandma-in-law and share food and love. Priceless.

 

[Mudslide Miller]

Final numbers1048 miles - odometer

1019 miles - google maps

2 state lines

17 hours 28 minutes

High mpg - 46.9

Low mpg - 39.5

Uh, you forgot to include High MPH in there!