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mac spyder
08-29-2014, 09:29 PM
Can you believe it, we are starting to plan for Spyderfest 2015. :yes: We have listened and read responses to the ride routes of Spyderfest 2014. One of the most frequent responses was the lack of group rides. The decision not to have group rides was based on safety concerns due to the number of riders and rider experience on the rides. Based on your feedback, we have decided to re-institute the group rides for Spyderfest 2015. I would like to use this post to get feedback on the number of rides and the types of rides you as attendees would like to see. Also anyone that would like to volunteer as a ride captain, you can pm me. As this event keeps growing, so will the need for ride captains. The ride routes for 2015 will also include points of interest for the rides. One other negative response was that the ride routes were not in the program. The ride routes once determined will be placed back in the program for 2015. So, to help us plan for another great event please share your ideas for ride routes. Thanks in advance.

Mac Spyder

jcthorne
08-30-2014, 08:06 AM
We don't know that area but look forward to attending our first Spyderfest and going on the group rides. We did one at the Durango owners event and while not the most thrilling of rides, it was great for sightseeing and the social aspect of the ride. We enjoyed it and will sign up for group rides at Spyderfest 2015.

When do you plan to announce dates and host hotel for Spyderfest 2015, we need to get vacation time and reservations in place. Hopefully well before end of the year.

ChicoFowler
09-01-2014, 11:19 AM
Can you believe it, we are starting to plan for Spyderfest 2015. :yes: We have listened and read responses to the ride routes of Spyderfest 2014. One of the most frequent responses was the lack of group rides. The decision not to have group rides was based on safety concerns due to the number of riders and rider experience on the rides. Based on your feedback, we have decided to re-institute the group rides for Spyderfest 2015. I would like to use this post to get feedback on the number of rides and the types of rides you as attendees would like to see. Also anyone that would like to volunteer as a ride captain, you can pm me. As this event keeps growing, so will the need for ride captains. The ride routes for 2015 will also include points of interest for the rides. One other negative response was that the ride routes were not in the program. The ride routes once determined will be placed back in the program for 2015. So, to help us plan for another great event please share your ideas for ride routes. Thanks in advance.

Mac Spyder

I like the idea. I would suggest having 2 options for these rides. 1) a guided (lead) rider that takes a group on the ride. This would be someone really familiar with the area. Limit the number of riders per group for safety reasons, but if necessary have several guided groups; 2) let smaller groups form and ride at their own pace/leisure. And of course provide quality maps for individuals who want to go it alone. If there are any pubs/restaurants along the way that might extend courteous discounts to Spyder riders, that would be cool too !!! If this comes off, it would be nice to have pre-sign ups for guided rides when you register.

Chico

Bob Denman
09-01-2014, 11:32 AM
:agree: with the idea of limiting the number of riders in a "Herd"...
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If you can do it; try to schedule mutliple starting times, and take out a more manageable number of riders at a time... :2thumbs:
If the "leads" are on their best game; half-hour spacing should be enough...

mac spyder
09-01-2014, 09:04 PM
I like the idea. I would suggest having 2 options for these rides. 1) a guided (lead) rider that takes a group on the ride. This would be someone really familiar with the area. Limit the number of riders per group for safety reasons, but if necessary have several guided groups; 2) let smaller groups form and ride at their own pace/leisure. And of course provide quality maps for individuals who want to go it alone. If there are any pubs/restaurants along the way that might extend courteous discounts to Spyder riders, that would be cool too !!! If this comes off, it would be nice to have pre-sign ups for guided rides when you register.

Chico

Thanks for the reply. A lot of what you have mentioned we have discussed. We are in contact with the Springfield Chamber of Commerce in regards to points of interests along the routes. Again, thanks for the reply.

mac spyder
09-01-2014, 09:10 PM
:agree: with the idea of limiting the number of riders in a "Herd"...
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If you can do it; try to schedule mutliple starting times, and take out a more manageable number of riders at a time... :2thumbs:
If the "leads" are on their best game; half-hour spacing should be enough...

That's correct Bob, we are going to have to set a safe number for the herds. LOL I have started putting together notes and one point was the staggered starting times. One key item is getting enough leads for all the rides. We had 55 to 60 people signed up for rides at Spyderfest 2013 and was hard to manage. We plan on doing things better for 2015.

cyclelover63
09-01-2014, 10:33 PM
Thanks again for all of the work you two do...It is appreciated!!...Just a suggestion...How about a ride from Springfield leaving early in the morning,and going down to Bull Shoals..There are some nice roads and views....I haven't been to these,but there are caverns that can be toured..might be a good destination...Maybe someone who lives close can chime in....I think it is about 3 hours from Springfield... Is this too long?..The wineries and the distillery were also good last year..

DJFaninTN
09-01-2014, 11:08 PM
how about selling an SD Card for a GPS with the routes already downloaded on them?

mac spyder
09-02-2014, 04:14 AM
Thanks again for all of the work you two do...It is appreciated!!...Just a suggestion...How about a ride from Springfield leaving early in the morning,and going down to Bull Shoals..There are some nice roads and views....I haven't been to these,but there are caverns that can be toured..might be a good destination...Maybe someone who lives close can chime in....I think it is about 3 hours from Springfield... Is this too long?..The wineries and the distillery were also good last year..

That's a nice idea, I will add that to the list for consideration.

mac spyder
09-02-2014, 04:15 AM
how about selling an SD Card for a GPS with the routes already downloaded on them?

That's a possibility! I will bring that up for discussion!

ruthie
09-02-2014, 01:09 PM
Let hear the date for Spyderfest 2015. Can't volunteer if we don't know when the event is.

mac spyder
09-02-2014, 05:49 PM
Let hear the date for Spyderfest 2015. Can't volunteer if we don't know when the event is.

The exact date hasn't been set but it has always been around the same time each year, which has been around the end of April, first of May. The dates will be announced in the near future. I can't wait to find out also!:yes:

OJ UK
09-02-2014, 06:00 PM
That would be nice as some have to book flights in and out.....if I can make it I will. BUT I am NEVER
flying with effing UNITED again....they couldn't organize a bus service with one bus and one destination.
Bunch of wankers they are.....(Wanker is a highly derogatory British term which I can explain via PM
if anyone wants to know! Likewise if anyone wants to know the gory details of their failings to get me
back to the UK in one piece!)

bruiser
09-02-2014, 06:20 PM
United is a misnomer. Wanker? yeah, I know what that means :roflblack:.

Yazz
09-02-2014, 07:07 PM
Lived in Australia for a while and knew a guy named Wayne King. No joke

Bad parents!

Yazz
09-02-2014, 07:53 PM
Can you believe it, we are starting to plan for Spyderfest 2015. :yes: We have listened and read responses to the ride routes of Spyderfest 2014. One of the most frequent responses was the lack of group rides. The decision not to have group rides was based on safety concerns due to the number of riders and rider experience on the rides. Based on your feedback, we have decided to re-institute the group rides for Spyderfest 2015. I would like to use this post to get feedback on the number of rides and the types of rides you as attendees would like to see. Also anyone that would like to volunteer as a ride captain, you can pm me. As this event keeps growing, so will the need for ride captains. The ride routes for 2015 will also include points of interest for the rides. One other negative response was that the ride routes were not in the program. The ride routes once determined will be placed back in the program for 2015. So, to help us plan for another great event please share your ideas for ride routes. Thanks in advance.

Mac Spyder

PM sent...

edmarino
09-02-2014, 09:18 PM
The size of the group can be better managed if the lead and the trail bike have away of communicating with each other. I would say CB's but BRP's are expensive and not very good. So it may be hard to find many Spyder's equipped , I am not that familiar with blue tooth and what can be done with them. But have ridden in groups of 20 or more with CB's and no problem with managing the group. If some one has to drop out, some one can stay with them and tell the group what is happing. Communications is the name of the game. If you are riding two up the co rider could have a hand held CB. They are cheap if bought in quantity and used over and over again each year. I just check and you can get walkie talkies with a 22 mile range for under 30 dollars apiece.

Big F
09-13-2014, 04:17 PM
Can you believe it, we are starting to plan for Spyderfest 2015. :yes: We have listened and read responses to the ride routes of Spyderfest 2014. One of the most frequent responses was the lack of group rides. The decision not to have group rides was based on safety concerns due to the number of riders and rider experience on the rides. Based on your feedback, we have decided to re-institute the group rides for Spyderfest 2015. I would like to use this post to get feedback on the number of rides and the types of rides you as attendees would like to see. Also anyone that would like to volunteer as a ride captain, you can pm me. As this event keeps growing, so will the need for ride captains. The ride routes for 2015 will also include points of interest for the rides. One other negative response was that the ride routes were not in the program. The ride routes once determined will be placed back in the program for 2015. So, to help us plan for another great event please share your ideas for ride routes. Thanks in advance.

Mac Spyder

Chico and the Big F from Omaha want to go on some rides during Spyderfest 2015. We also know of others that want to go.

Big F
12-03-2014, 09:59 AM
Can you believe it, we are starting to plan for Spyderfest 2015. :yes: We have listened and read responses to the ride routes of Spyderfest 2014. One of the most frequent responses was the lack of group rides. The decision not to have group rides was based on safety concerns due to the number of riders and rider experience on the rides. Based on your feedback, we have decided to re-institute the group rides for Spyderfest 2015. I would like to use this post to get feedback on the number of rides and the types of rides you as attendees would like to see. Also anyone that would like to volunteer as a ride captain, you can pm me. As this event keeps growing, so will the need for ride captains. The ride routes for 2015 will also include points of interest for the rides. One other negative response was that the ride routes were not in the program. The ride routes once determined will be placed back in the program for 2015. So, to help us plan for another great event please share your ideas for ride routes. Thanks in advance.

Mac Spyder

THE BIG F and Chico from Omaha are coming. we want scenic rides - maybe 100-200 miles RT - agree in smaller groups - say 12-15 for safty sake. would like everyday and posted in the program. thansk
THE BIG F

Chupaca
12-03-2014, 11:44 AM
there are probably only two suggestions..have radio communications between captain and sweep and lable your ryde by ryder ability. If groupd are larger have a middleman with route knowledge...but I'm sure you have that covered...:thumbup:

Slagiatt
12-03-2014, 01:29 PM
We have a lot of (police) escorted rides in Indiana and they are great fun and can accommodate large groups. No, I have NO idea what they cost (fees, etc.) but since we're just brainstorming here, thought I'd mention this option.

Also...the earlier suggestion of smaller groups/staggered departure times should work well toward reducing the chaos of managing a large group.

Regardless, I'm looking forward to whatever you put together. If the rides are handled like the other parts of Spyderfest, they will be a class act. Thanks for all of your efforts.
:thumbup:

lookerjdc
12-03-2014, 03:37 PM
look at the rides that were done in 2013 - weather not withstanding the rides that were offered were really good and a nice mix of things

ARtraveler
12-03-2014, 03:43 PM
The idea of "herding" the riders is a good one. We limit our group rides here to 8 or less per group. We also leave a five minute gap between groups.

Groups should also have similar riding capabilities. Slow riders, fast riders, experienced riders, newbies.

Motorists get less ticked off if they can get around a small group. It is very cool to be a part of a large group (have ridden in 100+), but not good for safety factors. Large groups encourage cagers to cut in or forget about safety just to get the heck away from there.

Yazz
12-03-2014, 09:05 PM
Had years of experience on two-wheelie pack rides. My first pack ride on a Spyder didn't go so well. In the twisties, I lagged way behind because I hadn't learned how to handle the Spyder in turns.

Would I ever tell the pack leader I was a newbie? No. I'd ridden in packs before, knew pack protocol, and thought everything was going to be hunky-dory.

Thus my learning curve began...

Totally agree on small groups.:thumbup:

dlby
12-03-2014, 11:05 PM
Eureka springs - lunch - coffee coffee cruise back
You wil Njoy
Any where in Twain forest and finally (rt 76) after you get past shepherd's tower wow it is awesome

dlby
12-03-2014, 11:11 PM
There is a ride where you take a ferry accross the lake.
It is ran by midot since the valley was filled wi water due to dam
Lot if fun

viperryder
12-04-2014, 09:18 AM
Would like to take rydes through the country side and see the sites as well as stopping for meals along the way. :bowdown::bowdown:

murphybrown
12-04-2014, 01:19 PM
Roads to ryde in the Springfield area....MoGang will "kick butt" on offering attendees of Spyderfest 2015 the BEST there is....if you don't like group ryding, then get the route and go solo!!! :yes::yes: That is the beauty of Spyderfest...your event, organized by Len & Vanessa of Pitbull Powersports...energized by MoGang...vendors galore...oh yea...nothing like it. Spyderfest is :firstplace:IMHO...always something new and most importantly are the folks...yep the BEST of the BEST.

fulltimer
12-06-2014, 03:48 PM
The idea of "herding" the riders is a good one. We limit our group rides here to 8 or less per group. We also leave a five minute gap between groups.

Groups should also have similar riding capabilities. Slow riders, fast riders, experienced riders, newbies.

Motorists get less ticked off if they can get around a small group. It is very cool to be a part of a large group (have ridden in 100+), but not good for safety factors. Large groups encourage cagers to cut in or forget about safety just to get the heck away from there.

Have done all of those myself. A absolutely agree with your points. Only thing I would change is make the group spread 15 minutes. My experience is that at around 5 minutes, the second group always catches up. Then you are back to one large group.

Cruzr Joe
12-06-2014, 03:57 PM
There is a ride where you take a ferry accross the lake.
It is ran by midot since the valley was filled wi water due to dam
Lot if fun


I believe that this is called the "Peels Ferry" ride

Cruzr Joe

2ndChildhood
12-06-2014, 06:18 PM
Peel Ferry info with map

http://www.harrisonarkansas.org/c_upe_view.php?id=51

ToM
SpyderFest '15

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Mo Lee
12-07-2014, 06:56 AM
Good luck on finding enough Ride Captains to break into groups of 15. I would suggest finding start/meet points outside of the Springfield built up area preferably on the side in the direction of the planned ride, stoplights do not work well with group rides unless you have police support. You may not have a problem with large groups as it is since the focus of the last couple of spyderfests has been on vendor village.

SpyderFun
12-09-2014, 09:38 PM
Q1. Will the rides be "ride tested" for GPS accuracy?
Q2. And can the routes be uploaded to Garmin Base Camp for installing in the Zumo 660?

flamingobabe
12-10-2014, 10:25 AM
I'll be happy to help as ride lead with Mark as tail.....we have CB's.....but to keep a group together.....if someone behind you catches a light or you make a turn...you pull over and wait.....at ever turn someone waits for the group....no need to ride like a crazy person...someone is waiting for you....ride the speed limit.....the group wants and needs to stay together...be courteous...watch and wait for the rider behind you....someone is waiting for you

Erags
12-10-2014, 12:16 PM
The last two years Docrags & I have lead rides at Spyderfest with luck we will be there again this year.

I have three or four ride planned all back roads, going by local restaurants

Working on a ride to peel ferry going straight down Hwy 129 out of Strafford, then going over to Harrison, AR. For lunch at a local restaurant.

If anyone wants to look at the ride I will try to email you a Google map of it. I haven't email a link before, but will try.

tbhlaw
12-10-2014, 07:17 PM
I suggest having a tailgunner as well as a leader; and comma actions between the two. Our experience in the past was that on each ride we were on, part of the group got separated when going through towns because of lights, stop signs and traffic.

Katydidit
12-17-2014, 10:13 AM
You might look into the Glympse Mobile App for guided rydes as well. You can create the route, as well as the group, and it will share your GPS location real time, for those who are joining in, or need to catch up. If the other group riders join the glympse group, you can keep track of their location as well. My bicycle cruiser club uses this. It's good for keeping track of lost souls.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.glympse.android.glympse&hl=en

My vote is for a Eureka Springs ryde, as I have family living there. :D This would be my first time doing a Spyderfest group ride, and my first time on the HWY 62 twisties, so I'd definitely be considered a newbie.

Looking forward to 2015!

Katy in CO

mac spyder
12-17-2014, 09:49 PM
Isn't it great that Spyderfest is right around the corner or do I mean twisty! Lol :roflblack: At our December meeting the rides were discussed. We are looking at a different ride for each of the designated days for rides. We are looking at groups of no more than 20 to 25 bikes per group. The groups will be staggered about 30 minutes apart. These will be scenic rides with points of interests, gas and food. We will have a set start time for the first group and then staggered every thirty minutes for the rest until all are part of the ride. This way if someone falls behind they can hook up the next group. I have had a few people IM me about being ride captains. I really appreciate that and hope to hear from more. Remember, we want this to be a fun, memorable and safe experience for all. As we progress with plans I will keep you all posted. Until the next post, have a safe and happy holiday.

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

Big F
12-17-2014, 11:00 PM
Can you believe it, we are starting to plan for Spyderfest 2015. :yes: We have listened and read responses to the ride routes of Spyderfest 2014. One of the most frequent responses was the lack of group rides. The decision not to have group rides was based on safety concerns due to the number of riders and rider experience on the rides. Based on your feedback, we have decided to re-institute the group rides for Spyderfest 2015. I would like to use this post to get feedback on the number of rides and the types of rides you as attendees would like to see. Also anyone that would like to volunteer as a ride captain, you can pm me. As this event keeps growing, so will the need for ride captains. The ride routes for 2015 will also include points of interest for the rides. One other negative response was that the ride routes were not in the program. The ride routes once determined will be placed back in the program for 2015. So, to help us plan for another great event please share your ideas for ride routes. Thanks in advance.

Mac Spyder
we would probably go on a ride every day assuming they are all different.
THE BIG F

Cruzr Joe
12-17-2014, 11:17 PM
we would probably go on a ride every day assuming they are all different.
THE BIG F



I feel certain that there will be more rides/routes than you can go on during Spyderfest.


Cruzr Joe

Bestill45
01-07-2015, 11:57 AM
Mac Spyder,
My wife and I have a home on Table Rock Lake, Branson, MO. and would volunteer to captain some rides during Spyderfest 2015. We both have Spyder RT's (a 2012 & a 2014) and have guided several groups from our house , usually with some of our two wheeled friends. We have several different routes we use, mainly around Bull Shoals or Table Rock lakes and the Pig's Tail Route or Eureka Springs, Arkansas. I have had a second home in the Branson area for over 20 years , so we are very familiar with the area. We are both retired, and spend about half our time at the lake, and are available for anytime needed.
We would suggest trying to keep the number of bikes on a ride be at a manageable number considering the route taken. The number of bikes should considering the route, ie,, a ride around Bull Shoals Lake utilizing the Peel's Ferry crossing, bear in mind that the ferry will only hold about 18 bikes and the turn around time is about 45 minutes. This is assuming that there are no cars crossing at that time. It is operated by the Arkansas Highway Dept., so you have to plan on having regular vehicle traffic too, and there is not short ride alternate route.
Let us know if we can be of any help during Spyderfest 2015.

ARtraveler
01-07-2015, 03:07 PM
Mac Spyder,
My wife and I have a home on Table Rock Lake, Branson, MO. and would volunteer to captain some rides during Spyderfest 2015. We both have Spyder RT's (a 2012 & a 2014) and have guided several groups from our house , usually with some of our two wheeled friends. We have several different routes we use, mainly around Bull Shoals or Table Rock lakes and the Pig's Tail Route or Eureka Springs, Arkansas. I have had a second home in the Branson area for over 20 years , so we are very familiar with the area. We are both retired, and spend about half our time at the lake, and are available for anytime needed.
We would suggest trying to keep the number of bikes on a ride be at a manageable number considering the route taken. The number of bikes should considering the route, ie,, a ride around Bull Shoals Lake utilizing the Peel's Ferry crossing, bear in mind that the ferry will only hold about 18 bikes and the turn around time is about 45 minutes. This is assuming that there are no cars crossing at that time. It is operated by the Arkansas Highway Dept., so you have to plan on having regular vehicle traffic too, and there is not short ride alternate route.
Let us know if we can be of any help during Spyderfest 2015.

Beautiful country and ride area. Stayed at Big Cedar Lodge on Table Rock a few years back. :2thumbs::2thumbs::2thumbs: