A couple of ideas for some MI rides.

[dltang]

Hey MI SpyderLovers. I was thinking that Sat. April 9th we could plan on that Gizzard City lunch meet that was discussed a little bit ago. Joe's Gizzard City in Potterville, MI near Lansing. Anyone maybe interested? We could meet up, eat lunch, get to know each other and then head out for a little ride before we all head back to our respective corners of the state.

Also, May 1st is the Rally at Battle Alley in Holly, MI. That is a Sunday and would make for a nice afternoon meet up. That isn't all the far from my house so I will more than likely head that way no matter what but would love it if some other SpyderLovers joined in.

bjt and I also will be planning on two trips this summer and will let you know the date as we firm them up ourselves. We will be doing the Tunnel of Trees for sure and we would like to do another Three Great Lakes in Three Great Days, like we did the first year we had our Spyders. Here is a small thread talking about it back in summer of 2008. Not a lot of info but we did get a nice little crowd for the first year. http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4716&highlight=Great+Lakes+Days

I will see if I can find some photos of some of our previous rides in these areas. I'll post them as I find them.

[Littlebadwolf]

Will be attending most rides that are set up in Michigan...BTW....Medic1 has a post in the forums on a poker run in Swartz Creek on the 23rd of April, sponsored by the AMVETS that Cindi and & will be attending. This would be a nice function to attend. Here's a link that was posted for this run...
Spring Poker Run for a good cause - SpyderLovers.com (http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=25004&highlight=swartz+creek)

[dancogan]

Hey MI SpyderLovers. I was thinking that Sat. April 9th we could plan on that Gizzard City lunch meet that was discussed a little bit ago. Joe's Gizzard City in Potterville, MI near Lansing. Anyone maybe interested?...

That sounds good to me. My better half will be visiting grandkids in Chicago that weekend so she won't be along, but I'd love to at least be able to meet for lunch. I'd probably have to head home from there to take care of the dogs, but it would be great to start out the riding season with some other Spyder lovers.

[dltang]

Will be attending most rides that are set up in Michigan...BTW....Medic1 has a post in the forums on a poker run in Swartz Creek on the 23rd of April, sponsored by the AMVETS that Cindi and & will be attending. This would be a nice function to attend. Here's a link that was posted for this run...
Spring Poker Run for a good cause - SpyderLovers.com (http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=25004&highlight=swartz+creek)
I remember seeing this and I think I am going to try to make it as well. That is the Sat. before we leave for Cuba. It will be a nice ride I think.


That sounds good to me. My better half will be visiting grandkids in Chicago that weekend so she won't be along, but I'd love to at least be able to meet for lunch. I'd probably have to head home from there to take care of the dogs, but it would be great to start out the riding season with some other Spyder lovers.
Ok, Let's make it an official lunch then. How does a 13:00 meeting time sound?

[SpyderAnn01]

Joe and I will go to Gizzard City.

[dltang]

Joe and I will go to Gizzard City.

Alright!! We have our first official MI meet up. April 9th at Joe's Gizzard City in Potterville at 13:00 for lunch. bjt and I will both be there on our Spyder's.

We are supposed to be hitting the 50's for weather by next Sat. so it will be a nice ride.

[dancogan]

...Ok, Let's make it an official lunch then. How does a 13:00 meeting time sound?

That sounds good to me. It will be about a 2 hour ride on back roads for me, so that will work well.

[NancysToy]

Aren't you in MO May 1 for SpyderFest?

[RTaz]

Hi Spyder Riders...just thought I would mention that for many years my wife and I have been riding with the Michigan Valkyrie Riders Club...now I know alot of folks like to stay exclusive to their type of motorcycle group and that's okay...(my wife Devl has a Spyder I have 3 Valkyries)...anyway this is a very good group of folks that really welcome all bikes they don't care what you ride just that you ride...they are not a bunch of bar hoppers they actually organize great day and weekenders...they have a forums and all are welcome to check it out...http://forums.mivrcc.com/

I will post some of their events here if that's okay...personally I think it would be great to see a bunch of Spyders show up at one of BBQ's or day rides...maybe even organize a meet and greet somewhere...I feel it's always great to meet new folk's that share the same passion's...

My wife and I are both currently recovering from some surgeries (long story and not bike related) and we should be riding again we hope by May/June time frame...we really hope to hook up with the Spyder Riders...actually we have known Lamonster (one of the founders of SpyderLovers) for about 10 years.

[dltang]

Aren't you in MO May 1 for SpyderFest?

Oh Scotty, you are right, I will be on my way home. Man, trying to stretch myself a little thin..LOL Thanks for the catch. It would still be a nice get together for folks that are here at home though.

[dltang]

Hi Spyder Riders...just thought I would mention that for many years my wife and I have been riding with the Michigan Valkyrie Riders Club...now I know alot of folks like to stay exclusive to their type of motorcycle group and that's okay...(my wife Devl has a Spyder I have 3 Valkyries)...anyway this is a very good group of folks that really welcome all bikes they don't care what you ride just that you ride...they are not a bunch of bar hoppers they actually organize great day and weekenders...they have a forums and all are welcome to check it out...http://forums.mivrcc.com/

I will post some of their events here if that's okay...personally I think it would be great to see a bunch of Spyders show up at one of BBQ's or day rides...maybe even organize a meet and greet somewhere...I feel it's always great to meet new folk's that share the same passion's...

My wife and I are both currently recovering from some surgeries (long story and not bike related) and we should be riding again we hope by May/June time frame...we really hope to hook up with the Spyder Riders...actually we have known Lamonster (one of the founders of SpyderLovers) for about 10 years.

That would be fun to have a BBQ together. Keep us posted on rides and events. I hope you both heal fast and am looking forward to the summer and meeting everyone.

[pierrelogic]

Alright!! We have our first official MI meet up. April 9th at Joe's Gizzard City in Potterville at 13:00 for lunch. bjt and I will both be there on our Spyder's.

We are supposed to be hitting the 50's for weather by next Sat. so it will be a nice ride.

It's only about 300 miles one way for me...i might be up for that. Driving right through Eric's neck of the woods so I may drag him along. :D

Weather permitting of course. You could have some snow on the roads then.

[dancogan]

Aren't you in MO May 1 for SpyderFest?

Scotty, any chance you and Nancy could make this one?

[dltang]

It's only about 300 miles one way for me...i might be up for that. Driving right through Eric's neck of the woods so I may drag him along. :D

Weather permitting of course. You could have some snow on the roads then.

That would be great. The more the merrier.

[RLS]

:roflblack:
Hey MI SpyderLovers. I was thinking that Sat. April 9th we could plan on that Gizzard City lunch meet that was discussed a little bit ago. Joe's Gizzard City in Potterville, MI near Lansing. Anyone maybe interested? We could meet up, eat lunch, get to know each other and then head out for a little ride before we all head back to our respective corners of the state.

Also, May 1st is the Rally at Battle Alley in Holly, MI. That is a Sunday and would make for a nice afternoon meet up. That isn't all the far from my house so I will more than likely head that way no matter what but would love it if some other SpyderLovers joined in.

bjt and I also will be planning on two trips this summer and will let you know the date as we firm them up ourselves. We will be doing the Tunnel of Trees for sure and we would like to do another Three Great Lakes in Three Great Days, like we did the first year we had our Spyders. Here is a small thread talking about it back in summer of 2008. Not a lot of info but we did get a nice little crowd for the first year. http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4716&highlight=Great+Lakes+Days

I will see if I can find some photos of some of our previous rides in these areas. I'll post them as I find them.

Hey Deb,
I saw a post on "anyone interested in UP Michigan Ride". started reading it and it mentioned the UP ride we did 3 years ago. So check out that post and you'll see that I called Cedars Motel and reserved a room for the trip....yea, the one we did 3 years ago. So Joan and I are in for the UP ride this year, have a room reserved, just need to know dates. I guess I should start looking at the posting dates from now on. I feel so foolish:opps::roflblack::roflblack:

[dltang]

:roflblack:

Hey Deb,
I saw a post on "anyone interested in UP Michigan Ride". started reading it and it mentioned the UP ride we did 3 years ago. So check out that post and you'll see that I called Cedars Motel and reserved a room for the trip....yea, the one we did 3 years ago. So Joan and I are in for the UP ride this year, have a room reserved, just need to know dates. I guess I should start looking at the posting dates from now on. I feel so foolish:opps::roflblack::roflblack:

That is great Bob. I love it. We actually are planning on using that same motel again we just haven't picked the dates yet. Maybe this will help us make up our minds...LOL Glad to know you are in again. I can't wait to ride with you two again.

[NancysToy]

Scotty, any chance you and Nancy could make this one?
Which one? May 1 is out for me, too, since I will be camping and working at our BMW club's annual Mini-Rally that weekend. The other days are up in the air until we get closer, due to Nancy's recent surgery. She probably won't even be riding pillion until just before Maggie Valley, and definitely not for five more weeks. I suppose I could tie a lawn chair to the bike trailer, and tow her. :joke:

[dancogan]

Which one? May 1 is out for me, too, since I will be camping and working at our BMW club's annual Mini-Rally that weekend. The other days are up in the air until we get closer, due to Nancy's recent surgery. She probably won't even be riding pillion until just before Maggie Valley, and definitely not for five more weeks. I suppose I could tie a lawn chair to the bike trailer, and tow her. :joke:

Not sure the lawn chair idea is so hot ... but I'd love to see it! :roflblack: No, I was talking about the gathering at Joe's Gizzard place in Potterville.

[NancysToy]

Not sure the lawn chair idea is so hot ... but I'd love to see it! :roflblack: No, I was talking about the gathering at Joe's Gizzard place in Potterville.
I'll figure that out when we are closer. Nancy will be a no go. I might skip lunch and just ride up to say "Hi." It is less than an hour away.

[Dragon Snake]

That would be great. The more the merrier.


Found pottersville , Where's joes. Is it hard to find? Any one have an address for it? Will be there if weather cooperates.:2thumbs:

[dancogan]

Found pottersville , Where's joes. Is it hard to find? Any one have an address for it? Will be there if weather cooperates.:2thumbs:

Check it out here: http://www.gizzardcity.com/

[dltang]

Found pottersville , Where's joes. Is it hard to find? Any one have an address for it? Will be there if weather cooperates.:2thumbs:

Haven't been there before either but if you check out the website, I don't think it will be hard to find. http://www.gizzardcity.com/

[dltang]

Check it out here: http://www.gizzardcity.com/

Dan you are faster than me...LOL

[dancogan]

Dan you are faster than me...LOL

A rare occurrence, indeed, for me to be faster than anybody! :roflblack:

[EricDeub]

If the weather nice and the salt is off the roads I'm in. :ohyea:

[dltang]

If the weather nice and the salt is off the roads I'm in. :ohyea:

Sounds great Eric, let's pray for great weather and nice roads. Bring some fellow Ohio rider with you. :2thumbs:

[bjt]

I just watched the food Network video on the gizzard city site and it was very interesting. I know about 4 or 5 things that I'd like to try when I get there. :doorag:

[SpyderAnn01]

If the weather nice and the salt is off the roads I'm in. :ohyea:

I think we are going to get a bunch of rain early next week which should wash off the salt. :2thumbs:

[NancysToy]

I just watched the food Network video on the gizzard city site and it was very interesting. I know about 4 or 5 things that I'd like to try when I get there. :doorag:
That deep-fried Twinkie caught your eye, didn't it? :roflblack: :lecturef_smilie:

[bjt]

That deep-fried Twinkie caught your eye, didn't it? :roflblack: :lecturef_smilie:

Triple D burger and their chicken. :2thumbs: I might split the twinkie with Deb.

[GadgetGuy442]

If temps are in mid-50's and dry, Sandy and I will try to be there. Sounds like a good time brewing. It is Spring here in Michigan, isn't it?!?

[dltang]

If temps are in mid-50's and dry, Sandy and I will try to be there. Sounds like a good time brewing. It is Spring here in Michigan, isn't it?!?

I have been watching the weather and of course it all depends on which weather you check. Also, as we well know, what it says to day could be a whole other story tomorrow. I have seen 47 and rain, I have seen 49 and possible rain and my favorite is 54 and partly cloudy. I am not going to be to concerned until the date gets closer though. By Thursday, the outlook ought to be a lot more realistic. Regardless, I hope you will be there and can't wait to meet you.

[EricDeub]

If the weather is good. I will be coming up I hope I can get some more OSR members to come with me.

[dltang]

If the weather is good. I will be coming up I hope I can get some more OSR members to come with me.

Eric, that would be great, let's pray for a nice day and a great ride and a wonderful time getting to know each other.

[Some Guy]

Triple D burger and their chicken. :2thumbs: I might split the twinkie with Deb.

I live about 15 miles from Potterville and have been to Joe's several times.

I've had the Triple D burger...it's a hear attack on a plate! :yikes: Better double up on your cholesterol and blood pressure meds. :D

I'm planning on being there. Maybe I can even talk "Some Girl" into coming along.

Oh yeah, don't forget the deep fried olives! nojoke

[dltang]

I live about 15 miles from Potterville and have been to Joe's several times.

I've had the Triple D burger...it's a hear attack on a plate! :yikes: Better double up on your cholesterol and blood pressure meds. :D

I'm planning on being there. Maybe I can even talk "Some Girl" into coming along.

Oh yeah, don't forget the deep fried olives! nojoke

Hey Mike, that is great. Brian says he doesn't need any meds so he is good. :2thumbs: It will be nice to see you again and by all means, bring Some Girl with you.

[SpyderAnn01]

We can't tell Joe about the Triple D burger - remember SITS and the burger he ate there? His favorite TV show is Man vs Food he calls it Food Porn.

[EricDeub]

OK I have 3 more spyders coming with me ((( OSR is going North )))

I will let you know how many OSR spyders will be there by Friday:D



Eric, that would be great, let's pray for a nice day and a great ride and a wonderful time getting to know each other.

[pierrelogic]

As long as it's not going to rain the entire day, count me in. Throwing down a small gauntlet with the "state up north." :D If I can make a 300 miles round trip for a twinkie that might motivate a return gesture for one of our OSR events...say the 3rd of July Spyder "Flash Mob" (http://ohiospyderryders.com/simplemachinesforum/index.php?topic=192.0) at the Horseshoe. :shocked:

Oops, did I just let one of our events out of the bag. :clap:

[dltang]

As long as it's not going to rain the entire day, count me in. Throwing down a small gauntlet with the "state up north." :D If I can make a 300 miles round trip for a twinkie that might motivate a return gesture for one of our OSR events...say the 3rd of July Spyder "Flash Mob" (http://ohiospyderryders.com/simplemachinesforum/index.php?topic=192.0) at the Horseshoe. :shocked:

Oops, did I just let one of our events out of the bag. :clap:

Hey, that sounds like an interesting offer. I was in college the last time at was at the Horseshoe. :D

[dltang]

OK I have 3 more spyders coming with me ((( OSR is going North )))

I will let you know how many OSR spyders will be there by Friday:D

Fantastic, can't wait to meet everyone.

[EricDeub]

OSR estimated route on the 9th.

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?hl=en&ie=UTF8&msa=0&msid=206814543313735502864.0004a00362944758258a1&z=8 (http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?hl=en&ie=UTF8&msa=0&msid=206814543313735502864.0004a00362944758258a1&z=8)

[FIRECAT]

If weather is good and I can get the day cleared off the Canadian is sledding in on my green Spyder! Sounds like a good time!

[dltang]

If weather is good and I can get the day cleared off the Canadian is sledding in on my green Spyder! Sounds like a good time!

Yes the Canadians are more than welcome. Come on over.