3 Great Lakes in 3 Great Days, 2011 (tentative date)

[dltang]

Okay everyone,
I sent of an email to the Cedars hotel, that is where we stayed the first time I planned this trip. They are so nice there. I have inquired as to the rates and availability for the weekend of Aug. 12, 13 & 14.

Here is a sketchy idea of what our itinerary would hold.

Friday, the 12th ride up the Lake Huron shoreline along US 23 to Mackinaw City. There could be various meeting spots along the way as we pick people up for the ride. Last year we met at our Dealer, Nord Ride. It was an easy starting place right off of I-75 just north of Flint.

We would set up another meeting time on the south east side of the Bridge, there is a parking lot there. Get some group photos with the Spyders in it and then cross over together. We would head to the hotel in St. Ignace and have free time to do whatever. We could plan a time to all head out for dinner later that evening.

Sat. We would take the scenic route and head north to Sault Ste. Marie. From there I am looking at maybe a few other spots along Lake Superior for the sake of the ride and the scenery. We would head back to St. Ignace early evening.

Sunday we would head out south along the Lake Michigan Shore line and then the Tunnel of Trees. The trip would end in Harbor Springs. From there, that would be the official end of our weekend. Everyone could take their respective routes towards home.

As I mentioned, this is all tentative and as I firm things up I will keep you posted. I am getting so excited as I plan all these things.

[SpyderAnn01]

That sounds like fun count us in.

[dltang]

That sounds like fun count us in.

We had a great time the first year, very casual and just some nice riding. I will keep this thread up to date as I get everything finalized.

[dancogan]

Sounds like a great itinerary. If you (we?) head up to the Sault, a couple of miles before the Sault is a road taking off to the west that loops up and follows the Lake Superior shoreline. One of the nicest roads I've ever been on! We will see if we can make this ride, although we may look for a campground in St. Ignace.

[Dragon Snake]

We had a great time the first year, very casual and just some nice riding. I will keep this thread up to date as I get everything finalized.

that ride sounds great. while in the u.p. you ride to fayette on the lake Michigan side then back to st. ignance on us 2. Nice scenic ride also. Fayette has a nice ghost town. Keep us posted. we're into the rides!

[dltang]

Hey Everyone,
It is official, Aug. 12, 13 & 14 will be 3 Great Lakes in 3 Great Days!! I just got off the phone with Kathy, the owner of the Cedars Motel and would love to have us again. She has not changed her rates since we sent out in 2008. So we have the same offer. Here is some information on the motel.

Tim and I have 11 rooms to offer and right now my calendar is clear for those dates in August. Our rooms are very nice and CLEAN. We are easily accessable to many area attractions should our guests happen to venture out to enjoy all St. Ignace and the surrounding area has to offer. We are the closest motel to the Kewadin casino if anyone would be interested in trying their luck after a great day of riding. At that time our room rates are $58.00 plus taxes for a queen room with two guests. The rooms with two double beds is at $62.00 plus taxes with two guests and $10.00 dollars apiece for the third and fourth person. We have in-room coffee pots and also offer a nice variety of items in the continental breakfast from 7:30-11:00 am everyday.

Tim and I sure hope that what we have to offer is suitable for everyone. All who are interested can check us out on our web site at www.thecedarsmotel.net. We can also be reached via telephone at 906-643-9578.
Sincerely,
Tim and Kathy Nolan
The Cedars Motel

Okay, so they only have 11 rooms and 2 of them are booked already. 9 of their rooms have Queen beds, 2 rooms have 2 double beds and one room has 1 double and 1 queen. All of the rooms have coffee pots and 9 of the rooms have microwaves and little refrigerators. If she gets fully booked with all spyders there are other motels in the area and even one right next door so we could all be close. Kathy and Tim were excellent hosts when we were there before. They have a bon fire each night and this year they have a gas grill which they said we are able to use. They don't officially open for the season until May 1st but you can call now an make your reservations for our Spyder weekend. If you do not get an answer, leave a message and they will call you back. Do not worry if the phone number on the message does not match the number you called, it is a forwarded number.

As we get closer, I will post some specifics on the rides. And thank you for all the suggestions. It will be a great weekend.

[dltang]

Here is a sketch of the ride itineraries. As it is so early yet, this is obviously subject to change. But this will give you a pretty good idea of our plans.

Friday, Aug. 12th. Meet a Nord Ride parking lot 7415 Enterprise Parkway, Mount Morris, MI 48458 (just off of I-75) at 9:00 am. We will be leaving by 9:30 am. Here is the link for the ride to Mackinaw City. Nord Ride to Mackinaw City (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Mount+Morris,+7415+Enterprise+Parkway,+MI+48 458&daddr=44.70512,-83.29446+to:Mackinaw+City,+MI&hl=en&geocode=FU3lkQIdEOUB-ynfE9hQ04QjiDH-6jMeTvpfCQ%3BFWAlqgIdBAcJ-ylNnPXSTFwniDFduXUuANhTEA%3BFVuCugIdlirz-imDralAOYs1TTF6eswgq3HH6g&mra=dpe&mrsp=1&sz=8&via=1&dirflg=ht&sll=44.304196,-82.661133&sspn=2.107084,4.784546&ie=UTF8&ll=43.794889,-83.171997&spn=2.125276,4.784546&z=8) We will plan on meeting on the South East side of the bridge in the parking lot for a group ride across the bridge at approx 3:30 pm. If you need a meet up along this route, let me know so we can plan a stop to pick you up. I prefer that any extra stops coincide with gas stops, so we will try to arrange our pick up points accordingly.

After we gather on the south side of the bridge we will cross as a group and head to the motel. Bridge to Cedars Motel (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Mackinaw+City,+MI&daddr=45.87531,-84.729+to:2040+I-75+Business+Loop+St.+Ignace&hl=en&geocode=FVuCugIdlirz-imDralAOYs1TTF6eswgq3HH6g%3BFW4AvAIdWCPz-ikx7qkoZvY1TTFXfq3IAksNpg%3BFSVrvAId9wXz-inZAc7tyfc1TTH0LzFzpWdOog&mra=dpe&mrsp=1&sz=13&via=1&sll=45.880329,-84.693432&sspn=0.064054,0.149517&ie=UTF8&z=13)

Everyone has time to visit, rest, clean up or whatever. We can all gather and decide on where to go for dinner around 5:30 or 6:00 on Friday night and then the rest of the evening is yours to enjoy. The Motel has a bon fire every night if we would like or head to the casino or just ride around.

Sat. morning, I would like to be ready to head out around 9:00 am. Here is the Sat. map route. St. Ignace/Sault Ste. Marie/Paradise/Tahquamenon Falls/St. Ignace (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=St+Ignace,+MI&daddr=Cedarville,+MI+to:Detour+Village+Inn,+De+Tou r+Village,+MI+to:46.00437,-83.98844+to:Goetzville,+MI+to:Stalwart,+MI+to:Saul t+Ste.+Marie,+MI+to:46.419163,-84.423139+to:46.45728,-84.61421+to:Paradise,+MI+to:Newberry,+MI+to:Engadi ne,+MI+to:St.+Ignace,+MI&hl=en&geocode=FVDmuwId7Cfz-inV8p5PGvY1TTEgQFswez5Ndg%3BFfnfvQIdsbj4-ikTaaoDadk1TTGrbslQPUeazg%3BFYfJvQIdvsH_-iGtqF7uzwc8uSlRFbVU4Cg0TTEGi4asw09NTA%3BFZL4vQIdKH D--ikvONrupSs0TTHMIZV2C4w_9g%3BFVvKvgIdstr8-imD9u_vsng2TTH-IWAaXbeKcg%3BFZtmvwId0p76-imD9u_vsng2TTG0x3uFlQM5iQ%3BFUR2xQIdG_74-imlDjIRezk2TTEHXLFoa5RYmg%3BFdtMxAIdHc73-ikxwW7JSjw2TTGAKKn-s0mB0Q%3BFcDhxAIdvuP0-im7_dne2SA2TTHTbFhs4N8XRg%3BFcJ6xwId7W3u-inFCjc8kbZJTTGlBNOvGY8Zhw%3BFTZSwwIdSTrn-ikP0M3SK3JJTTEtU4AIV7ov9g%3BFTOvvwIdhkrm-ilxSCpd0X1JTTHjVsAnvC1_kQ%3BFVDmuwId7Cfz-inV8p5PGvY1TTEgQFswez5Ndg&mra=ls&via=3,7,8&dirflg=h&sll=45.989329,-84.946289&sspn=1.022852,2.392273&ie=UTF8&ll=46.386728,-85.198975&spn=1.015484,2.392273&z=9)

I plan on giving everyone some time to visit at the Sault and also at the Falls, probably have lunch in Paradise. That is yet to be determined. This gives us a full day of riding and some breath taking sites. My plans for dinner on this night cook out on the BBQ grill right there at the Motel and relax around the fire. Since we all have little refrigerators in our rooms, I plan to have gone to a store on Friday and already have my steaks or burger or whatever on hand. Once again, the evening is yours to enjoy in whatever way you find is right for you. This is a casual vacation and just a nice way to hang out with others.

Sunday Morning, I plan on leaving around 9:00 or 9:30 and heading home on the west side of the state. Here is the route and it will take us through the Tunnel of Trees as well. Sunday Ride Home (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=St.+Ignace,+MI&daddr=45.7456228,-84.8033659+to:45.5187086,-85.1072138+to:Harbor+Springs,+MI&hl=en&geocode=FVDmuwId7Cfz-inV8p5PGvY1TTEgQFswez5Ndg%3BFdYFugId2wDy-ikzqWvWoXVKTTGBmLGX073xKg%3BFXSPtgId813t-ilBA4UAvmFKTTGOKwl-lTSzsw%3BFXw7tQIdASDv-ilZ8F1LaYZKTTEljK75kLwpSA&mra=dpe&mrsp=2&sz=12&via=1,2&dirflg=ht&sll=45.53882,-85.023193&sspn=0.128893,0.299034&ie=UTF8&ll=45.585452,-84.993324&spn=0.128786,0.299034&z=12) I think it would be pretty cool to have lunch at the Legs Inn (http://www.legsinn.com/) if it isn't too crowded when we arrive in Cross Village.

Then alas, our official journey will end in Harbor Springs. From there we will all go our separate ways towards our various homes, having once again created some wonderful riding memories.

Those are my plans and if anyone would like to share in them, you are welcome. Kathy is ready to take your reservations at the Motel and I think it is going to be a lot of fun.

[dltang]

By the way, here are some other reviews of the Cedars Motel in case you are interested. Cedars Motel Reviews (http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g42671-d1074983-Reviews-The_Cedars_Motel-Saint_Ignace_Michigan.html)

[RLS]

Hey Deb,
:clap:Thanks for setting up the dates for the ride. I just talked with Kathy and confirmed our room. We are looking forward to another great time. I'm not sure if Damion follows this site, so I'll drop him an e-mail to he is aware of the trip.:2excited: We'll keep watch for any updates.

[dltang]

Hey Deb,
:clap:Thanks for setting up the dates for the ride. I just talked with Kathy and confirmed our room. We are looking forward to another great time. I'm not sure if Damion follows this site, so I'll drop him an e-mail to he is aware of the trip.:2excited: We'll keep watch for any updates.

Sounds good Bob. Brian and I were wondering about him last night. It would be nice to see him again.

[dltang]

I am told there are 5 rooms books so far.
Brian and Deb (bjt & dltang)
Bob & Joan (RTS & Spyder810)
Larry ? & Cindi (Littlebadwolf & spouse) correct me here if I am wrong please
Dragon Snake & wife
Dick & Janet (Trickie Dick)
Gene (RTGene)
Who else do we have confirmed? Let me know and I will update the list regularly.

[Dragon Snake]

I am told there are 5 rooms books so far.
Brian and Deb (bjt & dltang)
Bob & Joan (RTS & Spyder810)
Larry ? & Cindi (Littlebadwolf & spouse) correct me here if I am wrong please

Who else do we have confirmed? Let me know and I will update the list regularly.


I confirmed me and my wife's room Sunday. sounds like a good weekend brewing!

[dltang]

I confirmed me and my wife's room Sunday. sounds like a good weekend brewing!

Fantastic, I added you to the list.

[DJ Mar]

Hey Im Really Interested In The Road Trip On The Aug 12 13 14.
Im A NEW Spyder Rider. I Got My 2010 Spyder This Last Month March 2011.
I Joined The Spyder Lovers.com Just A Few Days Ago.

Who Do I Contact For Info/ To Reserve A Spot For The Trip.?

Thanks,
Martin Cavazos
Adrian,Mi.

1-517-270-3200 cell
or
Facebook. (martin cavazos SR) :)

[NancysToy]

Hey Im Really Interested In The Road Trip On The Aug 12 13 14.
Im A NEW Spyder Rider. I Got My 2010 Spyder This Last Month March 2011.
I Joined The Spyder Lovers.com Just A Few Days Ago.

Who Do I Contact For Info/ To Reserve A Spot For The Trip.?

Thanks,
Martin Cavazos
Adrian,Mi.

1-517-270-3200 cell
or
Facebook. (martin cavazos SR) :)
:welcome:

[SpyderAnn01]

Martin, :welcome: I think all you need to do is make your reservation at the hotel and follow this thread.

We are planning to meet up this Saturday at Joe's Gizzard City for lunch and you are welcome to join us. There is another thread for this one also.

[dltang]

Hey Everyone,
It is official, Aug. 12, 13 & 14 will be 3 Great Lakes in 3 Great Days!! I just got off the phone with Kathy, the owner of the Cedars Motel and would love to have us again. She has not changed her rates since we sent out in 2008. So we have the same offer. Here is some information on the motel.

Tim and I have 11 rooms to offer and right now my calendar is clear for those dates in August. Our rooms are very nice and CLEAN. We are easily accessable to many area attractions should our guests happen to venture out to enjoy all St. Ignace and the surrounding area has to offer. We are the closest motel to the Kewadin casino if anyone would be interested in trying their luck after a great day of riding. At that time our room rates are $58.00 plus taxes for a queen room with two guests. The rooms with two double beds is at $62.00 plus taxes with two guests and $10.00 dollars apiece for the third and fourth person. We have in-room coffee pots and also offer a nice variety of items in the continental breakfast from 7:30-11:00 am everyday.

Tim and I sure hope that what we have to offer is suitable for everyone. All who are interested can check us out on our web site at www.thecedarsmotel.net. We can also be reached via telephone at 906-643-9578.
Sincerely,
Tim and Kathy Nolan
The Cedars Motel

Okay, so they only have 11 rooms and 2 of them are booked already. 9 of their rooms have Queen beds, 2 rooms have 2 double beds and one room has 1 double and 1 queen. All of the rooms have coffee pots and 9 of the rooms have microwaves and little refrigerators. If she gets fully booked with all spyders there are other motels in the area and even one right next door so we could all be close. Kathy and Tim were excellent hosts when we were there before. They have a bon fire each night and this year they have a gas grill which they said we are able to use. They don't officially open for the season until May 1st but you can call now an make your reservations for our Spyder weekend. If you do not get an answer, leave a message and they will call you back. Do not worry if the phone number on the message does not match the number you called, it is a forwarded number.

As we get closer, I will post some specifics on the rides. And thank you for all the suggestions. It will be a great weekend.


Here is a sketch of the ride itineraries. As it is so early yet, this is obviously subject to change. But this will give you a pretty good idea of our plans.

Friday, Aug. 12th. Meet a Nord Ride parking lot 7415 Enterprise Parkway, Mount Morris, MI 48458 (just off of I-75) at 9:00 am. We will be leaving by 9:30 am. Here is the link for the ride to Mackinaw City. Nord Ride to Mackinaw City (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Mount+Morris,+7415+Enterprise+Parkway,+MI+48 458&daddr=44.70512,-83.29446+to:Mackinaw+City,+MI&hl=en&geocode=FU3lkQIdEOUB-ynfE9hQ04QjiDH-6jMeTvpfCQ%3BFWAlqgIdBAcJ-ylNnPXSTFwniDFduXUuANhTEA%3BFVuCugIdlirz-imDralAOYs1TTF6eswgq3HH6g&mra=dpe&mrsp=1&sz=8&via=1&dirflg=ht&sll=44.304196,-82.661133&sspn=2.107084,4.784546&ie=UTF8&ll=43.794889,-83.171997&spn=2.125276,4.784546&z=8) We will plan on meeting on the South East side of the bridge in the parking lot for a group ride across the bridge at approx 3:30 pm. If you need a meet up along this route, let me know so we can plan a stop to pick you up. I prefer that any extra stops coincide with gas stops, so we will try to arrange our pick up points accordingly.

After we gather on the south side of the bridge we will cross as a group and head to the motel. Bridge to Cedars Motel (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Mackinaw+City,+MI&daddr=45.87531,-84.729+to:2040+I-75+Business+Loop+St.+Ignace&hl=en&geocode=FVuCugIdlirz-imDralAOYs1TTF6eswgq3HH6g%3BFW4AvAIdWCPz-ikx7qkoZvY1TTFXfq3IAksNpg%3BFSVrvAId9wXz-inZAc7tyfc1TTH0LzFzpWdOog&mra=dpe&mrsp=1&sz=13&via=1&sll=45.880329,-84.693432&sspn=0.064054,0.149517&ie=UTF8&z=13)

Everyone has time to visit, rest, clean up or whatever. We can all gather and decide on where to go for dinner around 5:30 or 6:00 on Friday night and then the rest of the evening is yours to enjoy. The Motel has a bon fire every night if we would like or head to the casino or just ride around.

Sat. morning, I would like to be ready to head out around 9:00 am. Here is the Sat. map route. St. Ignace/Sault Ste. Marie/Paradise/Tahquamenon Falls/St. Ignace (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=St+Ignace,+MI&daddr=Cedarville,+MI+to:Detour+Village+Inn,+De+Tou r+Village,+MI+to:46.00437,-83.98844+to:Goetzville,+MI+to:Stalwart,+MI+to:Saul t+Ste.+Marie,+MI+to:46.419163,-84.423139+to:46.45728,-84.61421+to:Paradise,+MI+to:Newberry,+MI+to:Engadi ne,+MI+to:St.+Ignace,+MI&hl=en&geocode=FVDmuwId7Cfz-inV8p5PGvY1TTEgQFswez5Ndg%3BFfnfvQIdsbj4-ikTaaoDadk1TTGrbslQPUeazg%3BFYfJvQIdvsH_-iGtqF7uzwc8uSlRFbVU4Cg0TTEGi4asw09NTA%3BFZL4vQIdKH D--ikvONrupSs0TTHMIZV2C4w_9g%3BFVvKvgIdstr8-imD9u_vsng2TTH-IWAaXbeKcg%3BFZtmvwId0p76-imD9u_vsng2TTG0x3uFlQM5iQ%3BFUR2xQIdG_74-imlDjIRezk2TTEHXLFoa5RYmg%3BFdtMxAIdHc73-ikxwW7JSjw2TTGAKKn-s0mB0Q%3BFcDhxAIdvuP0-im7_dne2SA2TTHTbFhs4N8XRg%3BFcJ6xwId7W3u-inFCjc8kbZJTTGlBNOvGY8Zhw%3BFTZSwwIdSTrn-ikP0M3SK3JJTTEtU4AIV7ov9g%3BFTOvvwIdhkrm-ilxSCpd0X1JTTHjVsAnvC1_kQ%3BFVDmuwId7Cfz-inV8p5PGvY1TTEgQFswez5Ndg&mra=ls&via=3,7,8&dirflg=h&sll=45.989329,-84.946289&sspn=1.022852,2.392273&ie=UTF8&ll=46.386728,-85.198975&spn=1.015484,2.392273&z=9)

I plan on giving everyone some time to visit at the Sault and also at the Falls, probably have lunch in Paradise. That is yet to be determined. This gives us a full day of riding and some breath taking sites. My plans for dinner on this night cook out on the BBQ grill right there at the Motel and relax around the fire. Since we all have little refrigerators in our rooms, I plan to have gone to a store on Friday and already have my steaks or burger or whatever on hand. Once again, the evening is yours to enjoy in whatever way you find is right for you. This is a casual vacation and just a nice way to hang out with others.

Sunday Morning, I plan on leaving around 9:00 or 9:30 and heading home on the west side of the state. Here is the route and it will take us through the Tunnel of Trees as well. Sunday Ride Home (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=St.+Ignace,+MI&daddr=45.7456228,-84.8033659+to:45.5187086,-85.1072138+to:Harbor+Springs,+MI&hl=en&geocode=FVDmuwId7Cfz-inV8p5PGvY1TTEgQFswez5Ndg%3BFdYFugId2wDy-ikzqWvWoXVKTTGBmLGX073xKg%3BFXSPtgId813t-ilBA4UAvmFKTTGOKwl-lTSzsw%3BFXw7tQIdASDv-ilZ8F1LaYZKTTEljK75kLwpSA&mra=dpe&mrsp=2&sz=12&via=1,2&dirflg=ht&sll=45.53882,-85.023193&sspn=0.128893,0.299034&ie=UTF8&ll=45.585452,-84.993324&spn=0.128786,0.299034&z=12) I think it would be pretty cool to have lunch at the Legs Inn (http://www.legsinn.com/) if it isn't too crowded when we arrive in Cross Village.

Then alas, our official journey will end in Harbor Springs. From there we will all go our separate ways towards our various homes, having once again created some wonderful riding memories.

Those are my plans and if anyone would like to share in them, you are welcome. Kathy is ready to take your reservations at the Motel and I think it is going to be a lot of fun.


By the way, here are some other reviews of the Cedars Motel in case you are interested. Cedars Motel Reviews (http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g42671-d1074983-Reviews-The_Cedars_Motel-Saint_Ignace_Michigan.html)


Hey Im Really Interested In The Road Trip On The Aug 12 13 14.
Im A NEW Spyder Rider. I Got My 2010 Spyder This Last Month March 2011.
I Joined The Spyder Lovers.com Just A Few Days Ago.

Who Do I Contact For Info/ To Reserve A Spot For The Trip.?

Thanks,
Martin Cavazos
Adrian,Mi.

1-517-270-3200 cell
or
Facebook. (martin cavazos SR) :)
Martin, most of the info you need is right here in this thread. I have copied it into this post for you. The name and number to the motel are listed as well. If you have any additional questions, you are welcome to send me a Private message or just ask and any of our fine members will be more than happy to assist you. Also :welcome: and enjoy your Spyder.

[dltang]

I am told there are 5 rooms left at the Cedars Motel. As the Cedars books up, Kathy, the owner of The Cedars suggested the motel right next door NorthernAire (http://www.northernairemotel.com/) I do not know what their rates are or anything about them personally but I can't imagine Kathy recommending anything that would reflect bad on her. And it is right next door so we would all be together.

[RTGENE]

Ms.Deb

I told Ms V about your Michigan 3 in 3 trip----- It sounds great----if only I could go I would never again ask for a pony.

It worked!!!!!
I got a week pass to GO------I do have my chores to do first-----so I hired the kid across the street to do them.

I will call the Cedar Inn today-------

I leave High Ridge early Thursday and stay in Flint over night ready to go Friday morning.----

smilingene
Just made the call to the Cedar-----left a message-----
I think I should go pack now.

[dltang]

Ms.Deb

I told Ms V about your Michigan 3 in 3 trip----- It sounds great----if only I could go I would never again ask for a pony.

It worked!!!!!
I got a week pass to GO------I do have my chores to do first-----so I hired the kid across the street to do them.

I will call the Cedar Inn today-------

I leave High Ridge early Thursday and stay in Flint over night ready to go Friday morning.----

smilingene
Just made the call to the Cedar-----left a message-----
I think I should go pack now.

Gene, that is fantastic. You will be our guest on Thursday night. I'll talk to you more about it in Cuba. This trip just keeps getting better.

[Dragon Snake]

Ms.Deb

I told Ms V about your Michigan 3 in 3 trip----- It sounds great----if only I could go I would never again ask for a pony.

It worked!!!!!
I got a week pass to GO------I do have my chores to do first-----so I hired the kid across the street to do them.

I will call the Cedar Inn today-------

I leave High Ridge early Thursday and stay in Flint over night ready to go Friday morning.----

smilingene
Just made the call to the Cedar-----left a message-----
I think I should go pack now.
Don't you just love a spyder fanatic!!!!:clap:

[dltang]

I am told there are 5 rooms left at the Cedars Motel. As the Cedars books up, Kathy, the owner of The Cedars suggested the motel right next door NorthernAire (http://www.northernairemotel.com/) I do not know what their rates are or anything about them personally but I can't imagine Kathy recommending anything that would reflect bad on her. And it is right next door so we would all be together.

Hey Everyone, I just received an email from Kathy at the Cedars Motel, they only have 3 rooms left for our weekend. If you try to get a room and it is booked, the NorthernAire as mentioned above has 3 cabins available with a 1 Queen bed each for $65.00 + tax per night. If we need still more, I will keep my eyes open for other local places that are close and hopefully every bit as accommodating. As I get updated info, I will post it.

[dltang]

I am told there are 3 rooms left at the Cedars
This is who I know for sure has booked so far, a few other have booked but have not chimed in here.

Brian and Deb (bjt & dltang)
Bob & Joan (RTS & Spyder810)
Larry ? & Cindi (Littlebadwolf & spouse) correct me here if I am wrong please
Dragon Snake & wife
Dick & Janet (Trickie Dick)
Gene (RTGene)
Who else do we have confirmed? Let me know and I will update the list regularly.

[dltang]

Hi Everyone,
Lamont has given us permission to use SpyderLovers.com shirts and personalize them for our trip. I have contacted Mark at CAT Specialties and told him of this idea. He will kind of mock something up for us but in order to keep the cost down, it can't involve a whole lot of extra. I have put together something that has popped into my head and I would like to share it with you and get an idea of how many people would want one of these shirts. It would be one of the SpyderLovers T-shirts that come in black or grey and have the SpyderLovers logo on the back. Then on the front left breast would be something like this:
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k319/dltang/Extra%20photos%20for%20upload/images-5.jpg

Of course the SpyderLovers.com would match Lamont's font and I think I would like it curved or arched across the state. I would like the "3 Great Lakes in 3 Great Days, 2011" actually under the state symbol instead of on it. What does everyone think? Would you want to order one for the trip? Let me know and I will try to get some idea of costs posted too.

[Trickie Dick]

Ms.Deb

I told Ms V about your Michigan 3 in 3 trip----- It sounds great----if only I could go I would never again ask for a pony.

It worked!!!!!
I got a week pass to GO------I do have my chores to do first-----so I hired the kid across the street to do them.

I will call the Cedar Inn today-------

I leave High Ridge early Thursday and stay in Flint over night ready to go Friday morning.----

smilingene
Just made the call to the Cedar-----left a message-----
I think I should go pack now.

Gene, we get to finish that ride we started a year ago. Looking forward to it. Just don't forget the meds.:lecturef_smilie:

[Dragon Snake]

Hi Everyone,
Lamont has given us permission to use SpyderLovers.com shirts and personalize them for our trip. I have contacted Mark at CAT Specialties and told him of this idea. He will kind of mock something up for us but in order to keep the cost down, it can't involve a whole lot of extra. I have put together something that has popped into my head and I would like to share it with you and get an idea of how many people would want one of these shirts. It would be one of the SpyderLovers T-shirts that come in black or grey and have the SpyderLovers logo on the back. Then on the front left breast would be something like this:
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k319/dltang/Extra%20photos%20for%20upload/images-5.jpg

Of course the SpyderLovers.com would match Lamont's font and I think I would like it curved or arched across the state. I would like the "3 Great Lakes in 3 Great Days, 2011" actually under the state symbol instead of on it. What does everyone think? Would you want to order one for the trip? Let me know and I will try to get some idea of costs posted too.
The shirts would be super cool! I want one in black. If you do it count me in for two.:2thumbs:

[redshooter700]

The wife and I are on board for the ride. It will be our first trip, and I wanted it to be a great one. Jim and Lynda

[dancogan]

Is anyone thinking of staying at a campground for this trip? Geri and I might take the motorhome if we can get away.

[NancysToy]

Is anyone thinking of staying at a campground for this trip? Geri and I might take the motorhome if we can get away.
We are considering pulling the Aspen Sentry camper, camping in the UP, then staying at the Cycle-Moore (http://www.cycle-moore.com/motorcycleshopcampground.php?page_location=campgro und) motorcycle campground in Interlochen on the way home. Still unsure that far ahead, as yet. There is a conflicting event. We have never missed Cruise-the-Gut in Battle Creek before.

[SpyderAnn01]

The wife and I are on board for the ride. It will be our first trip, and I wanted it to be a great one. Jim and Lynda

:welcome: I hope you can make another ride with the Michigan group before August

[redshooter700]

Hello first post ever and I would like to say that the wife and I will be making the ride. Jim and Lynda

[redshooter700]

when is cruise the gut in battle creek only about an hour away

[NancysToy]

when is cruise the gut in battle creek only about an hour away
Cruise-the-Gut should be the 13th of August.

[NancysToy]

Hello first post ever and I would like to say that the wife and I will be making the ride. Jim and Lynda
:welcome:

[dancogan]

We are considering pulling the Aspen Sentry camper, camping in the UP, then staying at the Cycle-Moore (http://www.cycle-moore.com/motorcycleshopcampground.php?page_location=campgro und) motorcycle campground in Interlochen on the way home. Still unsure that far ahead, as yet. There is a conflicting event. We have never missed Cruise-the-Gut in Battle Creek before.

Great! If you guys go and anyone else wants to camp (and if we can go) let's coordinate so maybe we can all stay at the same campground.

p.s. What is the Cruise-the-Gut?

[NancysToy]

Great! If you guys go and anyone else wants to camp (and if we can go) let's coordinate so maybe we can all stay at the same campground.

p.s. What is the Cruise-the-Gut?
Hotrod Cruise. 1972 and earlier vehicles only...lots of them!

[dltang]

Just wanted to bump this thread for any newbies. I got a call from Kathy at the Cedars this past weekend and there are two rooms left. Also the motel next door has 3 cabins to rent out as well. We will be staying on Friday and Saturday night and will be headed home after our ride on Sunday. Kathy mentioned there are some people that are booking for Friday, Sat. and Sunday and that is just fine, but be aware, after our ride ends in Harbor Springs on Sunday, we have to head for home. So those of you staying longer, enjoy the hospitality of the Cedar's Motel, they are great folks. I can't wait for this ride, it sounds like we have a great group of people signed up for the ride.

[dltang]

Updating the list of confirmed riders for the trip

Brian and Deb (bjt & dltang)
Bob & Joan (RTS & Spyder810)
Larry & Cindi (Littlebadwolf & spouse) correct me here if I am wrong please
Dragon Snake & wife
Dick & Janet (Trickie Dick)
Gene (RTGene)
Dan and Lynda (Redshooter)
Dancogan-I think but possibly camping. Correct me if you need to Dan.

Who else do we have confirmed? Let me know and I will update the list regularly. I know I am missing a couple due to the fact that there are more rooms taken than people I have mentioned here. Pipe up and let us know if you are riding the Great Lakes with us folks.

[RTGENE]

Ms.D

I hope the Michigian Shirt is almost ready------I need it to complete my summer wardrobe.

[spydrluvr]

Updating the list of confirmed riders for the trip

Brian and Deb (bjt & dltang)
Bob & Joan (RTS & Spyder810)
Larry & Cindi (Littlebadwolf & spouse) correct me here if I am wrong please
Dragon Snake & wife
Dick & Janet (Trickie Dick)
Gene (RTGene)
Dan and Lynda (Redshooter)
Dancogan-I think but possibly camping. Correct me if you need to Dan.

Who else do we have confirmed? Let me know and I will update the list regularly. I know I am missing a couple due to the fact that there are more rooms taken than people I have mentioned here. Pipe up and let us know if you are riding the Great Lakes with us folks.

me please..already have reservation
kim

[SPYD1]

wel I think I have the wife talked into it :ohyea:so I went ahead and made reservations at the Northernaire Motel, as the other is booked. So please plan on us and we will meet you east of the bridge. Sounds like a great time. This will be our first trip like this:dontknow:, don't know what to expect. Giddee Yup!!!!:clap::ohyea::2thumbs:

[dancogan]

Updating the list of confirmed riders for the trip

...
Dancogan-I think but possibly camping. Correct me if you need to Dan.

...

Yeah, this works for us. We are tentative only because of other events we don't control.

Anyone else thinking of camping? We'll probably arrive a few days early and/or go back a few days later.

[NancysToy]

Yeah, this works for us. We are tentative only because of other events we don't control.

Anyone else thinking of camping? We'll probably arrive a few days early and/or go back a few days later.
Speaking of events we can't control, still haven't found the right drugs to keep Nancy from panicking crossing the bridge. Now looking for a local hypnotist. Stay tuned. :joke:

[RLS]

Updating the list of confirmed riders for the trip

Brian and Deb (bjt & dltang)
Bob & Joan (RTS & Spyder810)
Larry & Cindi (Littlebadwolf & spouse) correct me here if I am wrong please
Dragon Snake & wife
Dick & Janet (Trickie Dick)
Gene (RTGene)
Dan and Lynda (Redshooter)
Dancogan-I think but possibly camping. Correct me if you need to Dan.

Who else do we have confirmed? Let me know and I will update the list regularly. I know I am missing a couple due to the fact that there are more rooms taken than people I have mentioned here. Pipe up and let us know if you are riding the Great Lakes with us folks.


Hey Deb,
I hooked up with Damion via e-mail the other day. Told him about the trip and he responded back he has made his reservations. I'm not sure where, but he's going to be there.
Bob

[dltang]

me please..already have reservation
kim

Updating the list of confirmed riders for the trip

Brian and Deb (bjt & dltang)
Bob & Joan (RTS & Spyder810)
Larry & Cindi (Littlebadwolf & spouse) correct me here if I am wrong please
Dragon Snake & wife
Dick & Janet (Trickie Dick)
Gene (RTGene)
Dan and Lynda (Redshooter)
Kim (spydrluvr)
Dancogan-I think but possibly camping. Correct me if you need to Dan.

Who else do we have confirmed? Let me know and I will update the list regularly. I know I am missing a couple due to the fact that there are more rooms taken than people I have mentioned here. Pipe up and let us know if you are riding the Great Lakes with us folks.

[dltang]

wel I think I have the wife talked into it :ohyea:so I went ahead and made reservations at the Northernaire Motel, as the other is booked. So please plan on us and we will meet you east of the bridge. Sounds like a great time. This will be our first trip like this:dontknow:, don't know what to expect. Giddee Yup!!!!:clap::ohyea::2thumbs:

Welcome and can't wait to meet you. It will be a great first trip.

[dltang]

Hey Deb,
I hooked up with Damion via e-mail the other day. Told him about the trip and he responded back he has made his reservations. I'm not sure where, but he's going to be there.
Bob

That is fantastic Bob, it will be great to see him again. I am going to try to call Duane and Wanda as well.

[dltang]

Updating the list of confirmed riders for the trip

Brian and Deb (bjt & dltang)
Bob & Joan (RTS & Spyder810)
Larry & Cindi (Littlebadwolf & spouse) correct me here if I am wrong please
Dragon Snake & wife
Dick & Janet (Trickie Dick)
Gene (RTGene)
Dan and Lynda (Redshooter)
Kim (spydrluvr)
Kevin and Jeanette (SPYD1)
Damion
Dan Cogan (Dancogan)-Camping
Cedars is now sold out, and they are sending reservations to the motel next door. Come on folks, let's make this trip a great one.

[SPYD1]

Sorry:dontknow: Kevin and Jeanette

[Lamonster]

I'm going to try and make this Deb, sounds like a good ride with good people. I'll see if I can get Ron to go too. I won't be able to say for sure till the date gets a little closer but it's on my list now. Thanks for putting it together. :doorag:

[RTaz]

Okay everyone,
I sent of an email to the Cedars hotel, that is where we stayed the first time I planned this trip. They are so nice there. I have inquired as to the rates and availability for the weekend of Aug. 12, 13 & 14.

Here is a sketchy idea of what our itinerary would hold.

Friday, the 12th ride up the Lake Huron shoreline along US 23 to Mackinaw City. There could be various meeting spots along the way as we pick people up for the ride. Last year we met at our Dealer, Nord Ride. It was an easy starting place right off of I-75 just north of Flint.

We would set up another meeting time on the south east side of the Bridge, there is a parking lot there. Get some group photos with the Spyders in it and then cross over together. We would head to the hotel in St. Ignace and have free time to do whatever. We could plan a time to all head out for dinner later that evening.

Sat. We would take the scenic route and head north to Sault Ste. Marie. From there I am looking at maybe a few other spots along Lake Superior for the sake of the ride and the scenery. We would head back to St. Ignace early evening.

Sunday we would head out south along the Lake Michigan Shore line and then the Tunnel of Trees. The trip would end in Harbor Springs. From there, that would be the official end of our weekend. Everyone could take their respective routes towards home.

As I mentioned, this is all tentative and as I firm things up I will keep you posted. I am getting so excited as I plan all these things.

if you call the Village Inn they have a backroom that sits about 40+people they will set it up for the group if you all want to eat together they have a great menu (I ride up at least twice a yr just for their whitefish) Devl and I are also going to try to make this ride...

[RTaz]

I'm going to try and make this Deb, sounds like a good ride with good people. I'll see if I can get Ron to go too. I won't be able to say for sure till the date gets a little closer but it's on my list now. Thanks for putting it together. :doorag:

Hey Lamont if you are coming and need a place to stay either before or after ride Devon and I live 20 miles north of the starting point in Bridgeport...we have two extra room your welcome to them. ( I'm still running the Valkyrie, Devl has an 08 Spyder):thumbup:

[dltang]

I'm going to try and make this Deb, sounds like a good ride with good people. I'll see if I can get Ron to go too. I won't be able to say for sure till the date gets a little closer but it's on my list now. Thanks for putting it together. :doorag:
Lamont, that would be fantastic!! When you know for sure, we will try to get you a room close by, I think the little host motel may be sold out, but the one next door still had a couple of cabins they were offering us. Also, if you need a place the night before the start of our ride leaving Nord Ride, let me know and we will make accommodations for you and Ron. Or I see you had another offer from Rtaz too. This is going to be great.

[bikeguy]

This sounds like a great ride. It's way too far away for me to make it but I wish I could. I got so hungry reading the menu from the Legs Inn that I had to go make me a peanut butter sandwich. I don't know how you could ever make a choice with a menu like that.

Cotton

[dltang]

if you call the Village Inn they have a backroom that sits about 40+people they will set it up for the group if you all want to eat together they have a great menu (I ride up at least twice a yr just for their whitefish) Devl and I are also going to try to make this ride...
Thanks for the input, I may see what is available for that Friday night when we all arrive. Would love to have you guys join us.

I just checked out their menu, I think we have a winner for Friday night dinner. I will be calling them tomorrow and see if we can hold the back room for dinner about 6:30 pm on Friday. Great tip. Thanks so much.

[mxz600]

I think I would like to do this. I most likely would come alone though. If the sun is shinning I will never get Connie away from the pool.

[dltang]

I think I would like to do this. I most likely would come alone though. If the sun is shinning I will never get Connie away from the pool.
Would love to have you join us. It will be a great time.

[Trickie Dick]

This is turning into a mini Cuba.:thumbup:

[dltang]

Hey Everyone, here is some updated Motel info for this ride. It appears we are getting quite a group for this. I am so excited.

The Cedars, our host motel is booked. The back up is next door and is called the Northernaire their number is 906-643-8704. There are two motels across the street from our motel and they are the Pines 906-643-9250 and the Bear Cove 906-643-8910. I don't know anything about these other places but I wanted to give some alternatives. Also The Village Inn (where we are having dinner on Friday) has a hotel and said they are great rooms and would love to have us there as well. Village Inn phone is 906-643-9511.

[dltang]

Thanks to Rtaz, I have tentatively booked the room for dinner on Friday night. It will be at the village Inn about 6:30 pm This way we don't all surprise some place and have to wait forever to get in and get served. Here is the link to the menu if you would like to see in advance what they have and what their prices are.
http://www.viofmackinac.com/Assets/2011/visi-menu-may-2011.pdf

I will update our list of attendees later today--List has been updated as of 15:00 on Thursday June 2, 2011.

I just got off the phone with Peter the manager of the Village Inn and said we are all set for the back room for dinner on Friday night. He is excited to have us join him and I also added his hotel as an option for places to stay in the post above.

[dltang]

Brian and Deb (bjt & dltang)
Bob & Joan (RTS & Spyder810)
Larry & Cindi (Littlebadwolf & spouse) correct me here if I am wrong please
Dragon Snake & wife
Dick & Janet (Trickie Dick)
Gene (RTGene)
Dan and Lynda (Redshooter)
Kim (spydrluvr)
Kevin and Jeanette (SPYD1)
Damion
Dan Cogan (Dancogan)-Camping
Bob & Deveon (Rtaz & Devl)
Lamont (Lamonster is going to try to make it and bring Ron)
Ron (Baja Ron, if Lamont can drag him along)
Randy & Bonnie (Rando & Bonno maybe)
Mark (Mxz600)
If I missed you please speak up and I will add you to the list.

[RTaz]

Brian and Deb (bjt & dltang)
Bob & Joan (RTS & Spyder810)
Larry & Cindi (Littlebadwolf & spouse) correct me here if I am wrong please
Dragon Snake & wife
Dick & Janet (Trickie Dick)
Gene (RTGene)
Dan and Lynda (Redshooter)
Kim (spydrluvr)
Kevin and Jeanette (SPYD1)
Damion
Dan Cogan (Dancogan)-Camping
Rtaz & Devl (no real names yet)
Lamont (Lamonster is going to try to make it and bring Ron)
Ron (Baja Ron, if Lamont can drag him along)

If I missed you please speak up and I will add you to the list.

Bob (RTaz) and Devon (Devl) are book into the Northernaire motel for August 12-13th :2thumbs:

[Rando]

Randy (Rando) and Bonnie (Bonno) = a definite maybe!