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FJR1300 Eastern Owners Meeting - 2022 - Flatwoods, WV - September 15-18th, 2022
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<blockquote data-quote="extrememarine" data-source="post: 1449555" data-attributes="member: 3568"><p>Great Question - I'll try to explain.</p><p></p><p>The single zip file that can be downloaded from the EOM website (<a href="https://www.attacktheroad.com/eom-route-download/" target="_blank">here</a>) contains a single compressed GPX file. A GPX file is the commonly used map / route format by Garmin GPS products (Garmin Zumo, etc). That single GPX file contains the 6 routes that were created for the EOM event based out of Flatwoods, WV. There is short description of each route with mileage summary and google maps image <a href="https://www.attacktheroad.com/rally-info/ride-and-route-info/" target="_blank">here </a>for EOM attendees to preview them. These are not separate events, but provided as suggested day ride loops based out of the Days Inn in Flatwoods, WV (EOM HQ for 2022). These are route files are provided as suggestions for day rides based on information from local members and those of the group who have riden the area.</p><p></p><p>If a rider / guest at EOM doesn't have a GPS to load these routes into, there are options; there are GPX viewer apps for smartphones that will allow you to view or even navigate the route using your smartphone. There are opportunities to socialize with others at the event and find someone who does have a GPS and follow them on one of the routes. Or, you can even just 'wing it' and go explore.</p><p></p><p>Traditionally, EOM is a riding event - the focus of the event is to host it in an area that offers riding options for most - whether you're in the 2-up, smell the roses & scenery group or the tire melting, apex seeking crowd. Route / loop distance varies for that reason as well - something for most (because something for everyone would be nearly impossible). Shorter loops are nice if there's bad weather in the area or coming, longer loops are nice for those who seek out the challenge. One year, we had a "EOM500" loop - 500 miles of technical, twisty, & challenges rounds in NC and TN. A few attempted it, legend has it someone finished it.</p><p></p><p>Hope this helps - let me know if you have any other questions - here or via pm.</p><p></p><p><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p><p></p><p>Wayne</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="extrememarine, post: 1449555, member: 3568"] Great Question - I'll try to explain. The single zip file that can be downloaded from the EOM website ([URL='https://www.attacktheroad.com/eom-route-download/']here[/URL]) contains a single compressed GPX file. A GPX file is the commonly used map / route format by Garmin GPS products (Garmin Zumo, etc). That single GPX file contains the 6 routes that were created for the EOM event based out of Flatwoods, WV. There is short description of each route with mileage summary and google maps image [URL='https://www.attacktheroad.com/rally-info/ride-and-route-info/']here [/URL]for EOM attendees to preview them. These are not separate events, but provided as suggested day ride loops based out of the Days Inn in Flatwoods, WV (EOM HQ for 2022). These are route files are provided as suggestions for day rides based on information from local members and those of the group who have riden the area. If a rider / guest at EOM doesn't have a GPS to load these routes into, there are options; there are GPX viewer apps for smartphones that will allow you to view or even navigate the route using your smartphone. There are opportunities to socialize with others at the event and find someone who does have a GPS and follow them on one of the routes. Or, you can even just 'wing it' and go explore. Traditionally, EOM is a riding event - the focus of the event is to host it in an area that offers riding options for most - whether you're in the 2-up, smell the roses & scenery group or the tire melting, apex seeking crowd. Route / loop distance varies for that reason as well - something for most (because something for everyone would be nearly impossible). Shorter loops are nice if there's bad weather in the area or coming, longer loops are nice for those who seek out the challenge. One year, we had a "EOM500" loop - 500 miles of technical, twisty, & challenges rounds in NC and TN. A few attempted it, legend has it someone finished it. Hope this helps - let me know if you have any other questions - here or via pm. :) Wayne [/QUOTE]
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