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Any word on the 2010 Rendezvous rally? Any members from this forum ride it?
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Rendezvous 2010
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karstenp
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Just got back from riding the Rendezvous. The rally and weather was great. I was happy with my finish - 2nd place. 1st went to Ian Pavelko, a local Quebec rider who has participated in the rally several years. Ian was riding a Honda CBR1100XX. 3rd place went to Michael Del Brocco, MA (who many may know from participation on other rallies ie Cape Fear, Minuteman etc). 4th place went to Jennyfer Audet and Jacques Titolo from Quebec. Jennyfer and Jacques are 09 IBR finishers. Jennyfer was also riding a CBR1100X!
Remember that the Montreal area is home to long distance riding legend Peter Hoogeveen who was known for riding a CBR1100XX in earlier years. Peter Hoogeveen joined us for the awards dinner and several of us got to sit and talk with him later in the evening.....very cool!
Peter Delean did not participate in this years rally but did join us during the awards dinner and gave an excellent powerpoint presentation of his experience on the IB5000 (as well as sharing IB5000 pictures of myself and Cameron Sanders. Cameron was the ST1300 rider who hit a cow in Nebraska during the rally and has won each previous Rendezvous rally. Cameron was unable to join us this years due to his injuries). Peter is an awesome story teller!!
For those that may not be familiar with the Rendezvous rally.... It is a 12 hour rally based in the Montreal, QC area. This is a great rally and I highly recommend it. Rallymaster Kevin Craft ensures that beginners are comfortable but also challenges the veterans.
Remember that the Montreal area is home to long distance riding legend Peter Hoogeveen who was known for riding a CBR1100XX in earlier years. Peter Hoogeveen joined us for the awards dinner and several of us got to sit and talk with him later in the evening.....very cool!
Peter Delean did not participate in this years rally but did join us during the awards dinner and gave an excellent powerpoint presentation of his experience on the IB5000 (as well as sharing IB5000 pictures of myself and Cameron Sanders. Cameron was the ST1300 rider who hit a cow in Nebraska during the rally and has won each previous Rendezvous rally. Cameron was unable to join us this years due to his injuries). Peter is an awesome story teller!!
For those that may not be familiar with the Rendezvous rally.... It is a 12 hour rally based in the Montreal, QC area. This is a great rally and I highly recommend it. Rallymaster Kevin Craft ensures that beginners are comfortable but also challenges the veterans.
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BugR
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Jennyfer Audet is a fantastic rider. I had the pleasure of riding with her a short while during the Maine 400 rally earlier this summer.
Congrats on your impressive finish.
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Congrats on your impressive finish.
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brick1
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Congrats Perry, great ride and a nice finish to a busy rally season.
That's right I was there. Unfortunately couldn't take the Friday off to get down to the St-Jean-sur-Richelieu rally headquarters to route plan for the rally, but I wanted to be there with the other riders as they returned.
This is a really unique rally. Here are a couple of things people should know:
Because of its unique location south of Montreal, bonus locations in Quebec, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine and New York are all reachable. So there are border crossings involved. There is a cultural difference when visiting Quebec that people really enjoy. The food is great, the people are friendly even when they don't understand a word you're saying.
The riding is outstanding. Scenic, historic.
The rally is a breeding ground for the IBR. It was Jacques and Jennyfer's first rally, Perry's done it a couple of times, I've done it three times, Cameron Sanders has won it three times, and so have a host of IBR veterans like Bob Collin, and Thane Silliker.
Kevin Craft, the rallymaster has developed a reputation as a tough scorer. This is a "finishing school" for rally enthusiasts. Riders know that if they can get through Kevin's scoring, any other rally is a piece of cake.
So there. Only a few of the reasons many from this forum should participate. The 12-hour format is very appealing for those who want to minimize night time miles. It is a great introduction to the "sport".
The rally had a 50% increase in registrations this year. Those are some of the reasons why.
Next year, we'd love to see more FJR's in the mix.
That's right I was there. Unfortunately couldn't take the Friday off to get down to the St-Jean-sur-Richelieu rally headquarters to route plan for the rally, but I wanted to be there with the other riders as they returned.
This is a really unique rally. Here are a couple of things people should know:
Because of its unique location south of Montreal, bonus locations in Quebec, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine and New York are all reachable. So there are border crossings involved. There is a cultural difference when visiting Quebec that people really enjoy. The food is great, the people are friendly even when they don't understand a word you're saying.
The riding is outstanding. Scenic, historic.
The rally is a breeding ground for the IBR. It was Jacques and Jennyfer's first rally, Perry's done it a couple of times, I've done it three times, Cameron Sanders has won it three times, and so have a host of IBR veterans like Bob Collin, and Thane Silliker.
Kevin Craft, the rallymaster has developed a reputation as a tough scorer. This is a "finishing school" for rally enthusiasts. Riders know that if they can get through Kevin's scoring, any other rally is a piece of cake.
So there. Only a few of the reasons many from this forum should participate. The 12-hour format is very appealing for those who want to minimize night time miles. It is a great introduction to the "sport".
The rally had a 50% increase in registrations this year. Those are some of the reasons why.
Next year, we'd love to see more FJR's in the mix.
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karstenp
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This was just posted on the LDRider List by the Rendezvous rally master....
As we turn the page on the 4th edition of the Rendez-vous rally, Québec's
only 12-hour "mini-endurance" rally, many participants are probably still
dreaming "big". This year's theme was "Think BIG.!" and participants were
riding all over the countryside looking for and taking pictures of BIG
things. The world's longest pedestrian suspension bridge in Coaticook (QC)
was a popular stop, as was the albino stuffed moose and world's longest
candy counter in NH (I think you get the picture).
On behalf of the entire organizing committee, I want to praise the
participants for finishing the rides they started. They are the reason we
toil to create this unique event and this year, our efforts were rewarded
with a nearly 50% increase in registrations.
Who was going to walk away with the top prize was the question on everyone's
mind since the past three-time winner, Cameron Sanders, was forced to DNS
due to dietary restrictions (too much beef in his diet).
One participant, Jean-François Gysel, had a harrowing time just getting to
Rally HQ on Friday.he suffered a flat tire while crossing the Champlain
bridge exiting Montréal in the middle of rush hour traffic.he finally
arrived late, but in one piece.and was quite pleased to finish in the top 10
for his first ever rally.
In typical LD rider fashion, Perry Karsten came to the aid of Peter
Schaefer, last year's 2nd place finisher, after Peter had his GPS stolen out
of his tank bag literally minutes before the start when he stopped for
breakfast at a local Tim Hortons. Peter put in a solid ride with enough
points to finish in the top ten, but the minutes lost using unfamiliar
equipment meant he arrived deep into the penalty window and lost nearly 50%
of his points.
This year's bonus locations were spread a little further and wider than in
years past, but as riders set off on Saturday morning, the weather Gods were
smiling on them because the forecast looked good all around.
Jay Whitney, a Rendez-vous "Plankowner", was the only participant to ride
without the aid of a GPS and still finished in the top 10.
This year, we were once again honored to have IBR veterans Jennyfer Audet
and Jacques Titolo participate. We also had Perry Karsten, fresh off his
IB5000 finish, on his totally tricked-out FJR1300 which drew oohs and aahs
from the gathered riders. We were also honored to have Bob Collin, IBR
veteran and Maine 400 Rallymaster, assist during the scoring process.
Everyone made it back safe at the end of the day sporting BIG grins.
After the scoring process was complete, the participants enjoyed a beer and
the BIG stories surfaced.then the riders sat to enjoy a fantastic 3-course
meal in the company of the illustrious Dave Riley (CDog) and Mr. IBR
himself, Peter Hoogeven.
Following dinner, Peter Delean regaled the participants with an excellent
presentation about his recent participation in the IB5000.
What about the results, you ask.? Well, after a thorough audit which took
longer than expected, I interrupted Peter's presentation to deliver a few
Mr. BIG candy bars and the news. It took 4 editions to finally get two
"rider and pillion" teams to join us and I was excited to present our first
ever 1st place (two-up) plaque to Willy and Sandy Pichler. 3rd place went to
another Rendez-vous "Plankowner", Michael Del Brocco (despite the fact that
his camera knocked his bike over.). 2nd place was awarded to Perry Karsten
and 1st place was bestowed upon Ian Pavelko.
Overall, a good time was had by all, and the organizing committee once again
feels that it was a BIG success and we are already hard at work on next
year's edition.
A huge thank you to all of our sponsors, including Germain Boucher Sports,
Moto Maximum, Warm & Safe, FAST Riding School, LD Comfort and Auberge Harris
for making the Rendez-vous rally possible.
Ride safe.
Cheers!
Kevin Craft
Rallymaster
As we turn the page on the 4th edition of the Rendez-vous rally, Québec's
only 12-hour "mini-endurance" rally, many participants are probably still
dreaming "big". This year's theme was "Think BIG.!" and participants were
riding all over the countryside looking for and taking pictures of BIG
things. The world's longest pedestrian suspension bridge in Coaticook (QC)
was a popular stop, as was the albino stuffed moose and world's longest
candy counter in NH (I think you get the picture).
On behalf of the entire organizing committee, I want to praise the
participants for finishing the rides they started. They are the reason we
toil to create this unique event and this year, our efforts were rewarded
with a nearly 50% increase in registrations.
Who was going to walk away with the top prize was the question on everyone's
mind since the past three-time winner, Cameron Sanders, was forced to DNS
due to dietary restrictions (too much beef in his diet).
One participant, Jean-François Gysel, had a harrowing time just getting to
Rally HQ on Friday.he suffered a flat tire while crossing the Champlain
bridge exiting Montréal in the middle of rush hour traffic.he finally
arrived late, but in one piece.and was quite pleased to finish in the top 10
for his first ever rally.
In typical LD rider fashion, Perry Karsten came to the aid of Peter
Schaefer, last year's 2nd place finisher, after Peter had his GPS stolen out
of his tank bag literally minutes before the start when he stopped for
breakfast at a local Tim Hortons. Peter put in a solid ride with enough
points to finish in the top ten, but the minutes lost using unfamiliar
equipment meant he arrived deep into the penalty window and lost nearly 50%
of his points.
This year's bonus locations were spread a little further and wider than in
years past, but as riders set off on Saturday morning, the weather Gods were
smiling on them because the forecast looked good all around.
Jay Whitney, a Rendez-vous "Plankowner", was the only participant to ride
without the aid of a GPS and still finished in the top 10.
This year, we were once again honored to have IBR veterans Jennyfer Audet
and Jacques Titolo participate. We also had Perry Karsten, fresh off his
IB5000 finish, on his totally tricked-out FJR1300 which drew oohs and aahs
from the gathered riders. We were also honored to have Bob Collin, IBR
veteran and Maine 400 Rallymaster, assist during the scoring process.
Everyone made it back safe at the end of the day sporting BIG grins.
After the scoring process was complete, the participants enjoyed a beer and
the BIG stories surfaced.then the riders sat to enjoy a fantastic 3-course
meal in the company of the illustrious Dave Riley (CDog) and Mr. IBR
himself, Peter Hoogeven.
Following dinner, Peter Delean regaled the participants with an excellent
presentation about his recent participation in the IB5000.
What about the results, you ask.? Well, after a thorough audit which took
longer than expected, I interrupted Peter's presentation to deliver a few
Mr. BIG candy bars and the news. It took 4 editions to finally get two
"rider and pillion" teams to join us and I was excited to present our first
ever 1st place (two-up) plaque to Willy and Sandy Pichler. 3rd place went to
another Rendez-vous "Plankowner", Michael Del Brocco (despite the fact that
his camera knocked his bike over.). 2nd place was awarded to Perry Karsten
and 1st place was bestowed upon Ian Pavelko.
Overall, a good time was had by all, and the organizing committee once again
feels that it was a BIG success and we are already hard at work on next
year's edition.
A huge thank you to all of our sponsors, including Germain Boucher Sports,
Moto Maximum, Warm & Safe, FAST Riding School, LD Comfort and Auberge Harris
for making the Rendez-vous rally possible.
Ride safe.
Cheers!
Kevin Craft
Rallymaster
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Not able to view their web page any more????
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karstenp
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Just checked the site and it is up and running. I know that Kevin is trying to post the official results and was experiencing some technical difficulties... maybe he needed to take it down briefly.
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