NinjaBoy
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SoCal’s LD Riders Last Ride Of the Year
Saturday Dec 27, Old Town Orcutt, CA
It's hard to imagine why, butt, a third of LD riders live where it's frozen solid. Their motors have been "winterized" (a very scary word). It's a process akin to embalming where fluids are changed and the life force is removed and placed on a bench with a Battery Tender on it.
All these riders are just grumpier then hell and can be found hunched over their little computers 24/7, wrapped in a tattered blanket, wearing long-johns (with button rear flap), earmuffs, fingerless gloves and peckin' away. The "sit here, twist that" aggression is now directed solely at the little keyboard and what ever pops up on the screen. They're probably typing like they ride . . . some smooth and effortless . . . others herky-jerky, pecking all over the place. All the while they're mumbling, snortin', dozin’ off and sending each message off with a "smack" of the SEND NOW key yelling "Stuff this up yur candy ass “final drive” drivel ‘n smoke it." Then muttering "If I can't ride, nobody's gonna get the last word on me!" =
Another third can only get out on a rare good day. Some screw little metal studs into their tires, shoes, gloves and butt to maintain traction. And they ride till they can't take the pain any longer and they're always in danger of breaking off a very blue finger or black toe. Butt, just knowing they can still ride puts them into a moderately civil disposition. :^|
While the rest of us . . . well . . . life is good. Ride every day or at least every weekend. :^) The electrics are packed away somewhere. And we might even put it on if it gets down to the low-60's! Burrrrr :^)) Most attendees are endurance riders and the FJR community has always be well represented at this event.
We'll start lunch with our traditional toast, we’ll lift our glasses to celebrate our good fortune to be able to ride today. Then we will honor our fellow LD riders, “Those that can’t (ride that is)”. And wish them a quick end to the “S” words (S-N-O-W, S-L-E-E-T), bike tire chains and ice of any color.
SoCal LD Rider's "Because We Can" Ride-To-Eat
Sunday, December 27, 2015
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
The Far Western Tavern
300 Clark Ave, Orcutt, CA 93455
https://farwesterntavern.com/
GPS: N34 51.899, W120 26.670
This is a real, genuine "Santa Maria Style BBQ" steak house. The Far Western's claim to fame is their "Bull's Eye Steak" which is a prime cut rib eye steak. The 10 oz "Bull's Eye Steak" is ~$20 and the 14 oz is ~$26. Most luncheon items are in the $10-15 range.
This is not banquet food. Unlike many restaurants that require a prepaid guarantee and a limited group menu, we are ordering off the regular lunch menu and each steak is prepared as ordered. There will be “one check per table”. Please bring a wad of cash in all faces (Jackson’s, Hamilton’s, Lincoln’s and Washington’s) to simplify the “one-check-per-table” paying. A 15% gratuity will be added to each table’s check.
Please be aware that service may be a little slower under these conditions. However this give you all more time for tire kickin' and general lying.
Reno and Northern California LD folks, this is half way between Orange County and the Bay Area! 225+ miles one-way! Not even a full tank for most of you guys. It's the perfect “last” ride-of-the-year ride to hang out with demented motorcycle friends.
Now for the big surprise … this year we have a very special “Guest Hostess” … Heidi Still, IBA# 319. Heidi is a BMW rider close to 1 million miles. She’s an Iron Butt Rally vet and is active in all things motorcycle. She is skilled on-road and off. In any gathering, Heidi is easily found if you follow her infectious laugh!
RSVP: [email protected] for a head count. Please include:Your full name, all names in your party and where you’ll be riding from.
i.e.: Joe Smith, Kalamazoo CA
Heidi is now in charge. If anyone gives her a hard time, she has my blessing to kick yer ass! During “Because We Can” I’ll be in Europe with Sue celebrating our 49th!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Years!
Dean Tanji
IBA #323
Saturday Dec 27, Old Town Orcutt, CA
It's hard to imagine why, butt, a third of LD riders live where it's frozen solid. Their motors have been "winterized" (a very scary word). It's a process akin to embalming where fluids are changed and the life force is removed and placed on a bench with a Battery Tender on it.
All these riders are just grumpier then hell and can be found hunched over their little computers 24/7, wrapped in a tattered blanket, wearing long-johns (with button rear flap), earmuffs, fingerless gloves and peckin' away. The "sit here, twist that" aggression is now directed solely at the little keyboard and what ever pops up on the screen. They're probably typing like they ride . . . some smooth and effortless . . . others herky-jerky, pecking all over the place. All the while they're mumbling, snortin', dozin’ off and sending each message off with a "smack" of the SEND NOW key yelling "Stuff this up yur candy ass “final drive” drivel ‘n smoke it." Then muttering "If I can't ride, nobody's gonna get the last word on me!" =
Another third can only get out on a rare good day. Some screw little metal studs into their tires, shoes, gloves and butt to maintain traction. And they ride till they can't take the pain any longer and they're always in danger of breaking off a very blue finger or black toe. Butt, just knowing they can still ride puts them into a moderately civil disposition. :^|
While the rest of us . . . well . . . life is good. Ride every day or at least every weekend. :^) The electrics are packed away somewhere. And we might even put it on if it gets down to the low-60's! Burrrrr :^)) Most attendees are endurance riders and the FJR community has always be well represented at this event.
We'll start lunch with our traditional toast, we’ll lift our glasses to celebrate our good fortune to be able to ride today. Then we will honor our fellow LD riders, “Those that can’t (ride that is)”. And wish them a quick end to the “S” words (S-N-O-W, S-L-E-E-T), bike tire chains and ice of any color.
SoCal LD Rider's "Because We Can" Ride-To-Eat
Sunday, December 27, 2015
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
The Far Western Tavern
300 Clark Ave, Orcutt, CA 93455
https://farwesterntavern.com/
GPS: N34 51.899, W120 26.670
This is a real, genuine "Santa Maria Style BBQ" steak house. The Far Western's claim to fame is their "Bull's Eye Steak" which is a prime cut rib eye steak. The 10 oz "Bull's Eye Steak" is ~$20 and the 14 oz is ~$26. Most luncheon items are in the $10-15 range.
This is not banquet food. Unlike many restaurants that require a prepaid guarantee and a limited group menu, we are ordering off the regular lunch menu and each steak is prepared as ordered. There will be “one check per table”. Please bring a wad of cash in all faces (Jackson’s, Hamilton’s, Lincoln’s and Washington’s) to simplify the “one-check-per-table” paying. A 15% gratuity will be added to each table’s check.
Please be aware that service may be a little slower under these conditions. However this give you all more time for tire kickin' and general lying.
Reno and Northern California LD folks, this is half way between Orange County and the Bay Area! 225+ miles one-way! Not even a full tank for most of you guys. It's the perfect “last” ride-of-the-year ride to hang out with demented motorcycle friends.
Now for the big surprise … this year we have a very special “Guest Hostess” … Heidi Still, IBA# 319. Heidi is a BMW rider close to 1 million miles. She’s an Iron Butt Rally vet and is active in all things motorcycle. She is skilled on-road and off. In any gathering, Heidi is easily found if you follow her infectious laugh!
RSVP: [email protected] for a head count. Please include:Your full name, all names in your party and where you’ll be riding from.
i.e.: Joe Smith, Kalamazoo CA
Heidi is now in charge. If anyone gives her a hard time, she has my blessing to kick yer ass! During “Because We Can” I’ll be in Europe with Sue celebrating our 49th!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Years!
Dean Tanji
IBA #323
