FJRBandit
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As a fellow Rushian, I must proclaim this to be the greatest ride report ever! I loved the Red Barchetta reference while escaping from the wilded eyed pickup guy. Thanks again Frenchy for taking us along.
Rush-ing To Houston
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Hudson
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Mock us at your peril, Frenchy.
KFDC Updates:
Guinness World Record Attempt:
'Knitting with the largest Knitting needles'
This was successfully completed by Julia Hopson of Knit Wits Wool Shop (Penzance)/Cornish Organic Wool and Matt Hopson and James Morris-Marsham of Zennor Gig Club, who held the giant needles.
A tension square of ten stitches and ten rows in stocking stitch was produced using knitting needles that were 6.5cm in diameter and 3.5 meters long. These were a ten times scaled up version of a standard 6.5mm and 35cm long knitting needle. The yarn was rope of 12mm in diameter.
The event was officially witnessed by Claire Crompton, author of 'The Knitters Bible', and Maurice Stevens from The Cornishman newspaper.
All the evidence was submitted to The Guinness ook of Records and verification was received in December. Julia is a Guinness World Record Holder!
Speed Knitting
Witnessed, via satellite, at Alexandra Palace in London, Frances Jago managed to knit 250 stitches in three minutes which, we understand, makes her the fastest in the UK this year.
She said that, due to all the attention, nerves got to her and she feels she can do over 260 stitches in three minutes.
KFDC Updates:
Guinness World Record Attempt:
'Knitting with the largest Knitting needles'
This was successfully completed by Julia Hopson of Knit Wits Wool Shop (Penzance)/Cornish Organic Wool and Matt Hopson and James Morris-Marsham of Zennor Gig Club, who held the giant needles.
A tension square of ten stitches and ten rows in stocking stitch was produced using knitting needles that were 6.5cm in diameter and 3.5 meters long. These were a ten times scaled up version of a standard 6.5mm and 35cm long knitting needle. The yarn was rope of 12mm in diameter.
The event was officially witnessed by Claire Crompton, author of 'The Knitters Bible', and Maurice Stevens from The Cornishman newspaper.
All the evidence was submitted to The Guinness ook of Records and verification was received in December. Julia is a Guinness World Record Holder!
Speed Knitting
Witnessed, via satellite, at Alexandra Palace in London, Frances Jago managed to knit 250 stitches in three minutes which, we understand, makes her the fastest in the UK this year.
She said that, due to all the attention, nerves got to her and she feels she can do over 260 stitches in three minutes.
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Absolutely wonderful. I plan to ride for a month solid after winter. I've talked to others and their estimates are in line with mine - about $5K.
On another note. Jill, my other half, wants to tour too. She also wants me to get a Goldwing. I told her the price. She also wants me to get a Goldwing. I showed her the BMW R1200RT and its price. She also wants me to get a Goldwing. What's a guy supposed to do?
On another note. Jill, my other half, wants to tour too. She also wants me to get a Goldwing. I told her the price. She also wants me to get a Goldwing. I showed her the BMW R1200RT and its price. She also wants me to get a Goldwing. What's a guy supposed to do?
N_Lindz
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Great report as always. Thanks for sharing.
Trade in the wife?Absolutely wonderful. I plan to ride for a month solid after winter. I've talked to others and their estimates are in line with mine - about $5K.
On another note. Jill, my other half, wants to tour too. She also wants me to get a Goldwing. I told her the price. She also wants me to get a Goldwing. I showed her the BMW R1200RT and its price. She also wants me to get a Goldwing. What's a guy supposed to do?
Crash Cash
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Tell her to start saving! If she wants to buy one, she can have a Goldwing, just like everyone else.Absolutely wonderful. I plan to ride for a month solid after winter. I've talked to others and their estimates are in line with mine - about $5K.
On another note. Jill, my other half, wants to tour too. She also wants me to get a Goldwing. I told her the price. She also wants me to get a Goldwing. I showed her the BMW R1200RT and its price. She also wants me to get a Goldwing. What's a guy supposed to do?
mfletch69
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Great report!. I too am a die hard Rush fan (my kids are named Geddy & Neil) and the wife and I just got back from our own Big Bend NP exploration....so I feel ya!
Best ride report ever. I was inspired to download the Kindle app for my pc, so that I could buy and read Ghost Rider. Yer costing me money, dude.
Ally House
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Love your reports, Frenchy. Kingdom of RI indeed...
dcarver
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There have been top-5 RR posters on my list
OrangevaleFJR
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Frenchy - you're reports, words, pix - insight, indifference...
You are broaching the upper limits my friend - your posts are of Advrider.com quality -
You just might think about quiting that enjineer job and going on the road full time..
I'd subscribe...
:clapping:
OrangevaleFJR
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Old Michael
Ira - theoasisofmysoul.com
Frenchy - you're reports, words, pix - insight, indifference...
You are broaching the upper limits my friend - your posts are of Advrider.com quality -
You just might think about quiting that enjineer job and going on the road full time..
I'd subscribe...
:clapping:
JT 384
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That was great!Thanks for sharing.
beachy
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nice ride great report :clapping:
Your a great story teller Frenchy, I felt like i was there riding with you. Can't wait for your next RR.
Texan
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Glorious ride report!! Yeah, it deserved it!
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