beemerdons
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NOTE: AZ Beemer Crazey Davey Cooleyman in now rooming with Papa Chuy Viejo at Moab Valley RV Resort in Moab, Utah.
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beemerdons
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On Thursday May 1 Dave Cooley, Papa Chuy Viejo and others are riding together up to Moab, Utah for "Daze of Moab-FODS"; you're welcome to join up with us, it will be a long day in the saddle.
We'll meet up at the PHX Chevron Station located at the Northeast corner of Interstate 17 and Carefree Highway State Route 74; this is Exit Number 223. Kickstands are up at 0900 sharp!
We'll meet up at the PHX Chevron Station located at the Northeast corner of Interstate 17 and Carefree Highway State Route 74; this is Exit Number 223. Kickstands are up at 0900 sharp!
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beemerdons
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BUMP REMINDER! Two weeks from today Papa Chuy Viejo and Crazy Davy Cooleyman will be leading a pack of FJR-Forumites up to Moab, UT for "FODS in Moab 2014"! Kickstands are up at 0900 from the Chevron at I-17 and AZ 74, route is through Flagstaff, Tuba City, Kayenta and Mexican Hat, UT.
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beemerdons
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beemerdons
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MOAB MUST-DOS
If you’ve never been to Moab, go. We mean it — just go. Because few places in the U.S. — or the world, for that matter — offer up such breathtaking natural wonders and scenery, and all the adventure (whitewater rafting, hiking, slick rock excursions, 4-wheeling, rock climbing and more) you’d expect with such surroundings.
It’s a literal Mecca for lovers of the outdoors, and while there are far too many fun and exciting things to do to list here, we’ll throw out a few favorites that can get you started planning your Moab Adventure, and we’ll kick off with Where to Stay, which, of course, would be with us!
Moab Valley RV Resort & Campground or Canyonlands RV Resort & Campground. Our brand new sister resorts are open and ready for visitors, so the only real choice you need to make is what part of Moab you want to stay in. It’s really up to you and where you want to be in the Moab area: Moab Valley is located out of town along U.S. Highway 191, close to Arches and Canyonlands National Park, while Canyonlands is on Moab’s Main Street right near downtown. Both offer RV and tent sites, as well as cottages and larger cabins. Even better news? There’ll be a third Moab RV resort joining the family soon, so stay tuned for updates.
Now, once you’ve settled in as our guest, here are a few things you’ll definitely want to look into …
Whitewater Rafting
Few things get the heart pounding faster than a roller coaster ride through whitewater rapids, and you can have your choice of an oar boat, paddle raft or two-person kayak. Moab Adventure Center will guide you down a 14-mile stretch of Colorado River whitewater surrounded on all sides by gorgeous red rock canyons. For more info, rates and schedules, call (866) 904-1163.
Hot Air Ballooning
If you want to take in all of Moab’s stunning grandeur in one fell swoop, then we’d highly recommend taking to the air … literally. Canyonlands Ballooning is one of the valley’s premier (and oldest) balloon ride operators, offering an experience as unforgettable as it is unique, launching at sunrise to soar over the sandstone rock towers of Arches National Park and the La Sal Mountains. In a word, breathtaking. In two words, do not forget your camera. To learn more pricing and reservations, call (435) 655-1389.
Where to Eat, Where to Drink
After all your vigorous outdoor activity, you’ll no doubt be famished and, naturally, thirsty. To satisfy the appetite with some creatively prepared regional fare, look to the Desert Bistro in downtown Moab. Some of the tasty menu items include venison burgers, tortilla-crusted chicken breast, and pepper-seared sea scallops. For reservations, call (435) 259-0756.
As for slaking the inevitable thirst you’ll have after a long slick rock hike or MTB ride, head directly to the Moab Brewery, the town’s one and only microbrewery and home to a palate-pleasing range of 11 craft beers, ranging from Dead Horse Amber Ale (reportedly the most popular) to Porcupine Pilsner and Golden Sprocket Wit. For directions or reservations, call (435) 259-6333.
Obviously this is just the tip of the red rock formation when it comes for things to do and places to see in the Moab area, so we’d also suggest visiting Discover Moab’s website or calling us at (800) 345-MOAB for additional info.
For more details or to make a reservation at our Moab RV resorts, visit us online at www.moabrvresorts.com, or call (800) 345-6622.
If you’ve never been to Moab, go. We mean it — just go. Because few places in the U.S. — or the world, for that matter — offer up such breathtaking natural wonders and scenery, and all the adventure (whitewater rafting, hiking, slick rock excursions, 4-wheeling, rock climbing and more) you’d expect with such surroundings.
It’s a literal Mecca for lovers of the outdoors, and while there are far too many fun and exciting things to do to list here, we’ll throw out a few favorites that can get you started planning your Moab Adventure, and we’ll kick off with Where to Stay, which, of course, would be with us!
Moab Valley RV Resort & Campground or Canyonlands RV Resort & Campground. Our brand new sister resorts are open and ready for visitors, so the only real choice you need to make is what part of Moab you want to stay in. It’s really up to you and where you want to be in the Moab area: Moab Valley is located out of town along U.S. Highway 191, close to Arches and Canyonlands National Park, while Canyonlands is on Moab’s Main Street right near downtown. Both offer RV and tent sites, as well as cottages and larger cabins. Even better news? There’ll be a third Moab RV resort joining the family soon, so stay tuned for updates.
Now, once you’ve settled in as our guest, here are a few things you’ll definitely want to look into …
Whitewater Rafting
Few things get the heart pounding faster than a roller coaster ride through whitewater rapids, and you can have your choice of an oar boat, paddle raft or two-person kayak. Moab Adventure Center will guide you down a 14-mile stretch of Colorado River whitewater surrounded on all sides by gorgeous red rock canyons. For more info, rates and schedules, call (866) 904-1163.
Hot Air Ballooning
If you want to take in all of Moab’s stunning grandeur in one fell swoop, then we’d highly recommend taking to the air … literally. Canyonlands Ballooning is one of the valley’s premier (and oldest) balloon ride operators, offering an experience as unforgettable as it is unique, launching at sunrise to soar over the sandstone rock towers of Arches National Park and the La Sal Mountains. In a word, breathtaking. In two words, do not forget your camera. To learn more pricing and reservations, call (435) 655-1389.
Where to Eat, Where to Drink
After all your vigorous outdoor activity, you’ll no doubt be famished and, naturally, thirsty. To satisfy the appetite with some creatively prepared regional fare, look to the Desert Bistro in downtown Moab. Some of the tasty menu items include venison burgers, tortilla-crusted chicken breast, and pepper-seared sea scallops. For reservations, call (435) 259-0756.
As for slaking the inevitable thirst you’ll have after a long slick rock hike or MTB ride, head directly to the Moab Brewery, the town’s one and only microbrewery and home to a palate-pleasing range of 11 craft beers, ranging from Dead Horse Amber Ale (reportedly the most popular) to Porcupine Pilsner and Golden Sprocket Wit. For directions or reservations, call (435) 259-6333.
Obviously this is just the tip of the red rock formation when it comes for things to do and places to see in the Moab area, so we’d also suggest visiting Discover Moab’s website or calling us at (800) 345-MOAB for additional info.
For more details or to make a reservation at our Moab RV resorts, visit us online at www.moabrvresorts.com, or call (800) 345-6622.
beemerdons
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beemerdons
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UberKul
Tire Assassin
Four more days until this shindig kicks off people. I expect to see so damn many pictures I'm going to gag and slit my wrists for missing two years in a row!
CAJW
Well-known member
Can I borrow your knife when you're done with it?Four more days until this shindig kicks off people. I expect to see so damn many pictures I'm going to gag and slit my wrists for missing two years in a row!
beemerdons
Certifiable Old Fart
CHANGE OF PLANS: Just got off of the phone with Dave Cooley. DC and Dr. Bob with Mudslide are going to depart from Carefree Chevron at 0700 hours for Moab, UT.
Fred-O and Don Stanley are going to depart from the Highway 87 Chevron across from the Fort McDowell, AZ Casino at 0900 hours, it's on the east side of the Beeline!
Fred-O and Don Stanley are going to depart from the Highway 87 Chevron across from the Fort McDowell, AZ Casino at 0900 hours, it's on the east side of the Beeline!
beemerdons
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https://weather.aol.com/forecast/7-day/us/id/84532 Wowser, it's going to be 88F in Moab on Saturday; great riding weather, last year we froze our FODS butts off!
beemerdons
Certifiable Old Fart
Papa Chuy Viejo was Rally Master of FODS/AZB Daze for many years at both Death Valley and Moab, prior to the tenure of BeemerDonS, FODS/AZB Daze had Brad - Uberkul as Rally Master at Washoe Valley and other Western locations: But it is now time to move this event East and have a new Rally Master.
"spklbuk" Jim will be FODS/AZB Daze Rally Master in 2015, the event will be held in the Mountains of West Virginia near Lewisburg and at this time FODS/AZB will be held in mid-June. This gives us Dirt Donks new terrain to explore offroad and opens up the FODS/AZB Daze to the East and Canucks eh!
"spklbuk" Jim will be FODS/AZB Daze Rally Master in 2015, the event will be held in the Mountains of West Virginia near Lewisburg and at this time FODS/AZB will be held in mid-June. This gives us Dirt Donks new terrain to explore offroad and opens up the FODS/AZB Daze to the East and Canucks eh!
UberKul
Tire Assassin
You guys must have changed this to Vegas 'caus whatever is happening there is staying there!
Not even a little teaser?
Rut?
Sandwash?
Rock with black marks?
I'm dying here.
Not even a little teaser?
Rut?
Sandwash?
Rock with black marks?
I'm dying here.
beemerdons
Certifiable Old Fart
Did Onion Creek Road with its 22 water crossing in and 22 water crossings out in the morning, then rode Gemini Bridges Loop in the Afternoon; 100 miles offroad.You guys must have changed this to Vegas 'caus whatever is happening there is staying there!Not even a little teaser?
Rut?
Sandwash?
Rock with black marks?
I'm dying here.
La Sal Loop and Slickrock tomorrow. Weather is fantastic this year in the mid 80's, we froze last year in the high 50's! I do love Moab, could live here year round!
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beemerdons
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This evening Bob and Mary Little are cooking the crew dinner from their camper van, it will be great having tasty home cooked food again. Last night we had pizza delivered to the Resort, so we could concentrate on drinking beer: A lot of beer! jes' sayin' and nuff said!
huron52
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Pictures OR it didn't happen!
beemerdons
Certifiable Old Fart
When we get home, we laid a Memorial Wreath at the spot where HotRodZilla and Patch308 tasered Billy Fitz yamafitter on the red slick rock! jes' sayin' and nuff said, eh!
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beemerdons
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Fantastic Friends, Fun Times and Great Food, another FODS at Moab was tremendous! Thanks everybody, see you at West Virginia FODS in June of 2015!
beemerdons
Certifiable Old Fart
Teaser Information for West Virginia FODS in June of 2015:
https://adventuresonthegorge.com/lodging Adventures on the Gorge looks fantastic, let's go with it! Either 11-14 or 18-21 of 2015 looks great for FODS! THX, Jim
Don Stanley
Chandler, AZ 85225
-----Original Message-----
From: spklbuk . <jmspklbuk
To: Don Stanley <[email protected]>
Sent: Sun, May 4, 2014 4:45 pm
Subject: Re: Jim I am packing up to leave for Moab so I will make it quick, communicating by email is just fine with me. I will take my MacBook Apple Pro with me to Utah, I even take it with
Howdy all,
Good ride Don? Looking forward to RR.
Brad, thank you for the solid advice. I'm fairly certain the place below covers all the bases and then some. Roll east and come join us!
AJ, you and Patch come and join us too!
Not much luck with getting the Greenbrier State Forest folks to block out any reservations and they want $$ up front. About the only other choices in Lewisburg are motels.
I rode some Tenere backroads today and ended up here: https://adventuresonthegorge.com/ It is in Fayetteville, WV literally within sight of the New River Gorge Bridge. Though I was kind of avoiding the place, it is impressive. Lots of lodging w/ choices, good foods and drink on site and 5-10 minutes from any other necessities. Folks at Sunday check-in were very positive and want our business. This week I am going to contact the gal who handles groups/group rates and can set up a block of lodging if/when we give her the go ahead.
This location will shift the foci of the riding a bit, but only the planned VA riding area will likely be out of dual sport range. The nearby Gauley National Recreation Area and New River National River, both under NPService, provide buttloads of offroad riding. And the timber company lands/Monongahela National Forest where I regularly ride are also within feasible distances. For those doggedly determined to pay a fee to ride on rated trails, Burning Rock ATV area is doable from AdvsontheGorge. Not as famous as Hatfields/McCoy trail system but good. Excellent street riding in all directions. More alternate acticvities than you can carry on a New River train.
This is not the only choice in the Fayetteville/Summersville area, but it is certainly the most versatile. What do y'all think?
Other than Sept (EOM), mid-June is likely the best weather bet.
Appreciate all your help,
Jim
https://adventuresonthegorge.com/lodging Adventures on the Gorge looks fantastic, let's go with it! Either 11-14 or 18-21 of 2015 looks great for FODS! THX, Jim
Don Stanley
Chandler, AZ 85225
-----Original Message-----
From: spklbuk . <jmspklbuk
To: Don Stanley <[email protected]>
Sent: Sun, May 4, 2014 4:45 pm
Subject: Re: Jim I am packing up to leave for Moab so I will make it quick, communicating by email is just fine with me. I will take my MacBook Apple Pro with me to Utah, I even take it with
Howdy all,
Good ride Don? Looking forward to RR.
Brad, thank you for the solid advice. I'm fairly certain the place below covers all the bases and then some. Roll east and come join us!
AJ, you and Patch come and join us too!
Not much luck with getting the Greenbrier State Forest folks to block out any reservations and they want $$ up front. About the only other choices in Lewisburg are motels.
I rode some Tenere backroads today and ended up here: https://adventuresonthegorge.com/ It is in Fayetteville, WV literally within sight of the New River Gorge Bridge. Though I was kind of avoiding the place, it is impressive. Lots of lodging w/ choices, good foods and drink on site and 5-10 minutes from any other necessities. Folks at Sunday check-in were very positive and want our business. This week I am going to contact the gal who handles groups/group rates and can set up a block of lodging if/when we give her the go ahead.
This location will shift the foci of the riding a bit, but only the planned VA riding area will likely be out of dual sport range. The nearby Gauley National Recreation Area and New River National River, both under NPService, provide buttloads of offroad riding. And the timber company lands/Monongahela National Forest where I regularly ride are also within feasible distances. For those doggedly determined to pay a fee to ride on rated trails, Burning Rock ATV area is doable from AdvsontheGorge. Not as famous as Hatfields/McCoy trail system but good. Excellent street riding in all directions. More alternate acticvities than you can carry on a New River train.
This is not the only choice in the Fayetteville/Summersville area, but it is certainly the most versatile. What do y'all think?
Other than Sept (EOM), mid-June is likely the best weather bet.
Appreciate all your help,
Jim
beemerdons
Certifiable Old Fart
Colorado Highway 141, what a fantastic and twisty motorcycle road that is. We Loved that Ride!
Photographic proof that Dr. Bob does ride dirt!
Photographic proof that Dr. Bob does ride dirt!
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