Gathering of the Clans 2016 - October 7 through 9
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FJRay
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I would be IN...if only to go down to Red Bluff and see where FJRay dropped his FJR. But of course there are even MORE reasons to head out there.But this year is a nono for me.Happy wife = Happy lifeThat's right Russell is there good reason to go early and get an adjustment made and while I'm there I might as well stay for the gathering. I will have to try this new angle of attack. It will probably cost me a Russell pillion seat and that could make it a pricey weekendBooked. Funny thing is that I'm in Redding now to get a Russsell butt cushion built tomorrow. That's a lotta butt.
One of these days Wheatie revenge will be mine
Neil San Diego
One of "...those guys..."
I'm out this year. Too much coming up on my calendar. Have fun and take pictures...
SkooterG
Purveyor of Crooked Facts
Ohhhhh....... this sounds like it could be fun even if it is in the land of fruits and nuts and Fairlaner.
Put me down as a solid, definite, maybe!
Put me down as a solid, definite, maybe!
escapefjrtist
Searching for Dry Roads
Booked!!
Sooo looking forward to NoCal and 'clans!
--G
Sooo looking forward to NoCal and 'clans!
--G
Bugnatr
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Yeah, 49,89 will be on that list. Gotta stay in the high country to be coolOctober 7th approved for time-off.
Dougie-Bear - let's blaze some sweet roads on our way to Redding!
bigjohnsd
2021 BMW R1250GSA
Yeah, 49,89 will be on that list. Gotta stay in the high country to be coolOctober 7th approved for time-off.
Dougie-Bear - let's blaze some sweet roads on our way to Redding!
KTM Trip?
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I was thinking 49 and 89 on the way home. On the way up with an early start we can molest 162 perhaps? Anyway you are wiser, so I have learned to listen to your advice, so you route, I will follow.
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Dougie-Bear - let's blaze some sweet roads on our way to Redding! <img src='<a href='https://www.fjrforum.com/forum//public/style_emoticons/default/smile.png'>https://www.fjrforum.com/forum//public/style_emoticons/default/smile.png</a>' alt='Posted Image' class='bbc_emoticon' /></p></blockquote><br />
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I was thinking 49 and 89 on the way home. On the way up with an early start we can molest 162 perhaps? Anyway you are wiser, so I have learned to listen to your advice, so you route, I will follow.
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Well, October is still a ways away... maybe some things will shift before then so you can make it.
Signed,
The Eternal Optimist B)
Signed,
The Eternal Optimist B)
gregory
Great things are afoot
OK kiddies,
Here are a few routes to choose from. We have just about anything you want, long sweepers, tight technical twisties, goat trails for the stout at heart, often on the same road. Pick and choose, any and all, any of these roads are good roads.
BE AWARE! Forrest rat are everywhere! Many stretches are guard rail free and LEO's are few and far between. That can be a good thing till you need one. Also, there are lot's of Marijuana grows in the area, and they can be pretty fierce about defending them. For the most part, they are off the beaten path, so keep it in the back of your mind as you ride the remote areas.
Construction on 299 is a fact of life here. They are straightening Buck horn summit. it is pretty much a 24/7 deal at the moment. Last time I went through it was up to a 45 minute wait and there was no asphalt for quite a stretch, just hard pack that got squirrely in a few sections.
Construction area https://goo.gl/maps/Pm493gjEH7v
Want to do the full Monty on CA 36? I made this one a loop so you get the best of both 36 and 299. This will be an all day ride.
https://goo.gl/maps/QSV7yqAJ3Yq
Don't want to do the full Monty? Go for the half Monty.
https://goo.gl/maps/g9ZBLW8QL2M2
Want a more backwoods half Monty? (Great route, but I think you miss some of the best of 36)
https://goo.gl/maps/sd6cKkbeaaL2
Don't want to ride I-5 to Red Bluff? Here is a short stint on I-5 ride that gives you most of Westbound 36. Bowman is not super twisty, but is prettier that I-5 to Red Bluff.
https://goo.gl/maps/peLL48WcRBu
Want the locals route to 36? Ditch Grade Road is a local favorite.
https://goo.gl/maps/CFztpXrrNJv
36-Been there, done that? Go North young (wo)man. To my knowledge, Hwy 3 should be back up and running by the then.
https://goo.gl/maps/LJvXk26kmSM2
Want to ride over a volcano? We got that too. Mt. Lassen is a NP, so there is a fee. Want to make a day of it? Hit Burney Falls, https://www.burney-falls.com/, This is also a fee area, but if you go, I know a free parking area that a short hike in will get you to the same spot. Then down the road to Sub way caves (bring a flashlight, 20 minute stop and FREE!) https://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsinternet/!ut/p/c4/04_SB8K8xLLM9MSSzPy8xBz9CP0os3gDfxMDT8MwRydLA1cj72BTJw8jAwjQL8h2VAQAzHJMsQ!!/?ss=110506&navtype=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&navid=100000000000000&pnavid=null&recid=11435&ttype=recarea&pname=Lassen+National+Forest+-+SUBWAY+CAVE
and then head on up to Mt. Lassen https://www.nps.gov/lavo/index.htm You can hike to sulfur pits at Bumpass Hell or climb to the peak. Lot's of places to get off the bike and explore. My personal favorite is Kings Creek Falls https://www.nps.gov/lavo/planyourvisit/hiking_kings_creek_falls.htm. Lunch at the Mineral Lodge is an experience to say the least. If you want, there a few wineries in Manton that have some pretty tasty offerings.
https://goo.gl/maps/xxcknkR8Bs82
If you want to head East, there are a few tasty roads that are within striking distance. Dougie bear has more knowledge that I in this area. One of my favorite day loops in that direction is Bucks Lake Road. Or, you can just stay on 70. Side note, there is a Shakeys Pizza in Oroville https://www.shakeys.com/locations/oroville
https://goo.gl/maps/Tf6ckNMMBGQ2
Enjoy!
Here are a few routes to choose from. We have just about anything you want, long sweepers, tight technical twisties, goat trails for the stout at heart, often on the same road. Pick and choose, any and all, any of these roads are good roads.
BE AWARE! Forrest rat are everywhere! Many stretches are guard rail free and LEO's are few and far between. That can be a good thing till you need one. Also, there are lot's of Marijuana grows in the area, and they can be pretty fierce about defending them. For the most part, they are off the beaten path, so keep it in the back of your mind as you ride the remote areas.
Construction on 299 is a fact of life here. They are straightening Buck horn summit. it is pretty much a 24/7 deal at the moment. Last time I went through it was up to a 45 minute wait and there was no asphalt for quite a stretch, just hard pack that got squirrely in a few sections.
Construction area https://goo.gl/maps/Pm493gjEH7v
Want to do the full Monty on CA 36? I made this one a loop so you get the best of both 36 and 299. This will be an all day ride.
https://goo.gl/maps/QSV7yqAJ3Yq
Don't want to do the full Monty? Go for the half Monty.
https://goo.gl/maps/g9ZBLW8QL2M2
Want a more backwoods half Monty? (Great route, but I think you miss some of the best of 36)
https://goo.gl/maps/sd6cKkbeaaL2
Don't want to ride I-5 to Red Bluff? Here is a short stint on I-5 ride that gives you most of Westbound 36. Bowman is not super twisty, but is prettier that I-5 to Red Bluff.
https://goo.gl/maps/peLL48WcRBu
Want the locals route to 36? Ditch Grade Road is a local favorite.
https://goo.gl/maps/CFztpXrrNJv
36-Been there, done that? Go North young (wo)man. To my knowledge, Hwy 3 should be back up and running by the then.
https://goo.gl/maps/LJvXk26kmSM2
Want to ride over a volcano? We got that too. Mt. Lassen is a NP, so there is a fee. Want to make a day of it? Hit Burney Falls, https://www.burney-falls.com/, This is also a fee area, but if you go, I know a free parking area that a short hike in will get you to the same spot. Then down the road to Sub way caves (bring a flashlight, 20 minute stop and FREE!) https://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsinternet/!ut/p/c4/04_SB8K8xLLM9MSSzPy8xBz9CP0os3gDfxMDT8MwRydLA1cj72BTJw8jAwjQL8h2VAQAzHJMsQ!!/?ss=110506&navtype=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&navid=100000000000000&pnavid=null&recid=11435&ttype=recarea&pname=Lassen+National+Forest+-+SUBWAY+CAVE
and then head on up to Mt. Lassen https://www.nps.gov/lavo/index.htm You can hike to sulfur pits at Bumpass Hell or climb to the peak. Lot's of places to get off the bike and explore. My personal favorite is Kings Creek Falls https://www.nps.gov/lavo/planyourvisit/hiking_kings_creek_falls.htm. Lunch at the Mineral Lodge is an experience to say the least. If you want, there a few wineries in Manton that have some pretty tasty offerings.
https://goo.gl/maps/xxcknkR8Bs82
If you want to head East, there are a few tasty roads that are within striking distance. Dougie bear has more knowledge that I in this area. One of my favorite day loops in that direction is Bucks Lake Road. Or, you can just stay on 70. Side note, there is a Shakeys Pizza in Oroville https://www.shakeys.com/locations/oroville
https://goo.gl/maps/Tf6ckNMMBGQ2
Enjoy!
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FJRay
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Good shit Gregory.
gregory
Great things are afoot
Thank you sir! How's the new seat?Good shit Gregory.
Oh yea,
We have 2 seat makers in town. Seth Laam, who's work graces my ever expanding ass, https://laamseats.com/ And,
Russel Day Long https://www.day-long.com/ up the road.
Add a day, do a ride in, take the Dam tour https://www.usbr.gov/projects/Facility.jsp?fac_Name=Shasta+Dam
Bugnatr
Well-known member
Dam tour is fun.Thank you sir! How's the new seat?Good shit Gregory.
Oh yea,
We have 2 seat makers in town. Seth Laam, who's work graces my ever expanding ass, https://laamseats.com/ And,
Russel Day Long https://www.day-long.com/ up the road.
Add a day, do a ride in, take the Dam tour https://www.usbr.gov/projects/Facility.jsp?fac_Name=Shasta+Dam
If you enjoy caves, Shasta Caverns is really cool. It includes a ride across the lake on the pontoon boat and a small bus ride up to the entrance. Been there 2 times and may go again https://lakeshastacaverns.com/
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FJRay
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The cavern thing sounds fun.
Just an FYI, when I was at Russell on the fourth of this month they were booking well into August and they only do ride in work Mon-Thurs and one a day. If you want an appt. you better get at it soon
Just an FYI, when I was at Russell on the fourth of this month they were booking well into August and they only do ride in work Mon-Thurs and one a day. If you want an appt. you better get at it soon
FrankD
Well-known member
Yeah, I've got my eye on this but can't commit just yet... hoping someone will twist my arm in Red Lodge.
I will consider this being the gauntlet being thrown down... get ready to get twisted... so to speak.
FJRay
Well-known member
A Tyler twist is like no otherI will consider this being the gauntlet being thrown down... get ready to get twisted... so to speak.
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