Not leaving from Seattle, but hey Seattle is only 3+ hours "over the mountains" from Chelan...great video. Thanks. :thumbup:
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Linda and I will be in Alaska/Canada about the same time. Doing the Planes, Trains, and Boat thing.
My wife Karen and I are the couple that will meet the group at the border and plan to lead them on some roads they will not be aware of as they start their adventure through BC Canada. This won't add significantly to the time spent traveling on their first day but will give them an opportunity to see the amazing vineyards and orchards we live among.
It has been fun for me working with Karyl in the planning of their trip through BC and the Yukon as we have done these routes several times including Alaska. I have not said much about Alaska however as I could not possibly be as familiar with it as Akspyderman.
Unfortunately we can't travel the whole trip with the group as our vacation plans this year were already made but we will be traveling with them in spirit and hope to keep track of their adventures.
This is the view that we are forced to endure every day.
Gary
:D That is some view... :clap:
"forced to endure... " :roflblack:
We won't be on the Spyder but we will be at the one and only Microtel in Eagle River July 8-10 to attend my Nephew's wedding at the Alyeska Resort on the 11th and 12th. Hope to see you guys.
JT
Yes JT, we will also be at the Microtel on the 6th through the 9th,see you there. Gary, what route are you taking from the US/Cdn border, as we will be in Kelowna /Peachland leaving for Clinton B.C. June 29th to meet up with the group.
Roger
I think that I have everyone added to the signature - 14 total. Karyl, correct me if I'm missing anyone, not sure about those from NY
I went into the dealership today and was told they would order the kits for my and two other bikes by days end. I believe that the kits are coming out of Georgia so should be here early next week. At worst, if the kits come from Canada, they should be here in 10 days. I'm also having my 30K service done at the same time as the kit is installed so should be done in plenty of time. Fingers crossed, and toes. :pray:
This sounds like SOOOO much fun!
I'm picking up my new Spyder in Dallas on June 11th and riding it back up to Seattle-however long it takes. I'd love to join you guys but will have to see what my husband says. What's the youngest passenger you would allow to come along?
You might be surprised... but I definitely would not want to make anyone on the ride uncomfortable, especially being that I am new here! At any rate, I just found out about this ride and I'd love to go but not sure my husband would be cool with me taking off to Alaska right after my trip to Texas...
If you are seriously considering going, you should contact Karyl (MurphyBrown) about it. She has arranged all our lodging stops and we all have reservations. If there are still rooms available you'll need to get on it. now. Karyl is going to re-confirm all the reservations next week.
CptJAM (Joe) just picked up his new wheels for the trip. A 2015 KTM 1290 http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/a...d=108453&stc=1Super Adventure
Nothing like taking the best adventure bike on a great adventure. I've got a feeling that we may not be traveling the same roads and I'm jealous. :2thumbs:
So far, so good. We will knock out a few hundred tomorrow, and see if it is the Flagship!
Ha ha, no, I have a herd of SAABs at home and their symbol is a griffon. Plus Spyder F3's remind me of those mythical creatures. I would love to go on this trip but I think at this point I will have to wait til next time just because my trip from Dallas might eat up all of my "fun time" for this summer. I hope you all have a great time though! :D
Just in case anyone was wondering....official countdown started on my desk calendar.:yikes:..yep just put the big X on today...well it is almost 7 a.m. so day is done right???? Have a great day. :yes::yes:
Jest fer da Halibut. :roflblack:
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2 weeks till I leave Kansas to the great northwest!! Getting so excited!!
We are pretty well ready with everything ready to load. Just need to do an oil change just before we leave. Heading west from Saskatchewan in about 2 1/2 weeks. Looking forward to meeting up with the group again.
Roger & Linda