Need your help planning the Lamonster BBQ

[Lamonster]

I was talking with another member last night about my ideas for the Lamonster BBQ next year. Right now we know we have Spyderfest in Cuba MO (April 25 to 29) and the BRP Spyder Owners Event in Durango CO sometime in June. These are the two big events and depending on the turnout this would be the third largest Spyder event if you guys show up again.

My plans are to make this a three day event (wife is going to kill me).

First day would be a workshop at my place. I would need folks that are willing to bring some hand tools and be willing to help others work on their Spyder. We could show folks how to change oil, check belt tension and even install accessories. I'm sure there are plenty of capable SpyderLovers that would be willing to either do the work or help teach someone that was willing to learn. We could help with the tools and help you if you get stuck on something. Everyone else could just watch and fellowship and maybe cook some burgers and dogs.


The next day we would ride. As you all know there are a ton of great riding spots in the area and I can think of some good routes that would pretty much take up the whole day and you would never see the same thing twice.

the last day would be the real BBQ where I would bring in my guy and we would do like we have for the last few years. From there you could head back home or hang around, that would be up to you.

Right now I'm thinking a Thursday, Friday, Saturday thing. What I don't know is when and that's another thing I could use your help on. I'm looking at the months of August, September or October. Got to remember Biketoberfest in October so I'm not sure if that would work.

So what are your suggestions? Is there already too many things going on next year? Should we even plan for this?

[rcdurango]

I'm going to Cuba then hopefully if timing is right for us Durango. Which I think the best part would be to hookup with others in June.
It would be nice if you had something in late August or early September. Not been to your place yet and would love to ride that area next year. It's on the bucket list for us. Judy wants to do Cumberland moon glow also. I could knock to birds out with one stone.

[dabreitbach]

Early august before school starts.

[cjackg]

Sounds like another great Spyder event! How about Labor Day weekend, or later when it starts to cool off a little.

[BikerDoc]

Late October would avoid Biketoberfest (which really doesn't draw that many Spyderlovers) and set up a view of beautiful fall colors...

[NancysToy]

Chris is bound to have your hide! You have gone quite a distance from wondering whether or not to have another BBQ, to a three day wingding. All I can say is "Bless your dear heart!" I liked the September event I attended, but it was unusually warm that year. I think late August or mid-September would work well, but as retirees and empty-nesters, we have no other things competing for our time and attention. As long as it doesn't iterfere with anything that is already on our schedule, we will show up whenever you decide to do it.....preferably not in January.

[flamingobabe]

you know...hotglue and I have been thinking about starting a Spyderlovers event....vendors......maybe a dealer....we have a shop with lift and all the tools....the place to party....a smoker of sorts.....area for camping.....we were thinking ???????when ever you decide on a date....we will start with our party.... sure wish we could combine them......you have the best roads.....

[bruiser]

Any of the three months would work for us so will go with the majority. Didn't make it last year so will plan this year for sure. Will begin looking at places to stay as well. I can bring tools but haven't done any work on the Spyder myself. Will be willing to help where we can. At this point, we're not sure if we'll be able to make Spyderfeast or the owners event

[poucherg]

Can't make Spyderfest, definately can't go allthe way to CO. Still sort of new to spyder world, really want to attend a spyder event, would love to be able to attend this, east Tn isn't that bad. We have poultry farm, so everything hinges around that schedule. Can plan somewhat close when a date is decided. I vote for September, August could be too hot, October has chance of turning cold up there.

[fastfraser]

For Lamont's BBQ and a chance to ryde some of the best roads around, I'll be be there what ever the date is for a week. No problem helping or doing oil changes. Maybe Ron could put together a package of his filters and Amsoil. Only thing I would suggest is that there should also be a supply of drain plugs in case one gets stripped . I'm good to work on an RS or RT.

This will be our 4th BBQ. Thanks Lamont and Chris.

[joe schmoe]

Betty Boop and I don't care Lamont is only 80 miles away!!!

September is a good stable month for no rain and decent temperatures, just starting to get below 90 and nights in upper 60's....Looking forward to the first Lamonster BBQ!!!

[johnnyg]

Late Oct for the fall colors. Just so the heat is gone from the mountains

[memphisdan]

I love riding in east TN and BBQ just pick a date.

[SteveMac]

I'm liking the Fall season also. How soon do the leaves start to change? That would be am awesome ride.

[Erags]

So late September would give people time to get back from Spyders in the Redwoods if it is going to happen again this year and it is the first of August. Spyderfest April 25, 2012 - April 29, 2012 Owners Event June Spyders in the Redwood August Lamonster BBQ September Biketoberfest Oct 18, 2012 - Oct 21, 2012 just something to think about. We are looking at making everything but Biketoberfest and we might just do it too.

[Phil]

I'm blacked out Aug 18-24. Also no go for anything from September through the end of the year. Work.

[MouthPiece]

Late Oct for the fall colors. Just so the heat is gone from the mountains

I agree with John. (although I would make myself available anytime). Late October would be great. I'd plan on making it at least a week to ten day adventure so that Cindy & I could help.

Chris

[docdoru]

2012
Daytona Bike Week (March 9-18)
Spyderfest Cuba MO (April 25-29)
Guts & Glory Rally Across America (end May?)
brp Spyder Owners Event, Durango CO (sometime in June)
Spyders in the Adirondacks (end July?)
Spyders in the Redwoods (beginning August?)
Sturgis (Aug. 6-12)
World of Speed Bonneville Salt Flat (Sept. 8-11)
Lamonster BBQ (Sept.20-22 or 27-29)
Biketoberfest (October 18-21) (20th anniversary)

[Lamonster]

I forgot about Sturgis, got to be before or after Sturgis.

[Peoriafirefighter]

I was talking with another member last night about my ideas for the Lamonster BBQ next year. Right now we know we have Spyderfest in Cuba MO (April 25 to 29) and the BRP Spyder Owners Event in Durango CO sometime in June. These are the two big events and depending on the turnout this would be the third largest Spyder event if you guys show up again.

My plans are to make this a three day event (wife is going to kill me).

First day would be a workshop at my place. I would need folks that are willing to bring some hand tools and be willing to help others work on their Spyder. We could show folks how to change oil, check belt tension and even install accessories. I'm sure there are plenty of capable SpyderLovers that would be willing to either do the work or help teach someone that was willing to learn. We could help with the tools and help you if you get stuck on something. Everyone else could just watch and fellowship and maybe cook some burgers and dogs.


The next day we would ride. As you all know there are a ton of great riding spots in the area and I can think of some good routes that would pretty much take up the whole day and you would never see the same thing twice.

the last day would be the real BBQ where I would bring in my guy and we would do like we have for the last few years. From there you could head back home or hang around, that would be up to you.

Right now I'm thinking a Thursday, Friday, Saturday thing. What I don't know is when and that's another thing I could use your help on. I'm looking at the months of August, September or October. Got to remember Biketoberfest in October so I'm not sure if that would work.

So what are your suggestions? Is there already too many things going on next year? Should we even plan for this?

I would like either the week before or the week after Biketoberfest, so I could stop on the way down or back. The colors are at their best then.

[NancysToy]

October, especially late October, can get tricky for those of us coming from up north. Snow would keep us home, and the first snow here is usually in October.

[bobbobtar]

I would like it see it on 1st or 2nd week of Sept, warm days cool nights.

[dave01]

2012
Daytona Bike Week (March 9-18)
Spyderfest Cuba MO (April 25-29)
Guts & Glory Rally Across America (end May?)
brp Spyder Owners Event, Durango CO (sometime in June)
Spyders in the Adirondacks (end July?)
Spyders in the Redwoods (beginning August?)
World of Speed Bonneville Salt Flat (Sept. 8-11)
Lamonster BBQ (Sept.20-22 or 27-29)
Biketoberfest (October 18-21) (20th anniversary)

Doc, dont forget about the first annual FOX event too.

[Big Arm]

I forgot about Sturgis, got to be before or after Sturgis.

Sturgis this yr. will be held Aug.6th thru Aug.12th

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

I'm with Scotty on this...Oct 9th 1989 ? 26 inches of snow, which actually shut down I-89 in Vermont. My sister and her husband were escorted off the Interstate and had to sleep at Gifford Memorial Hospital....It was the only place available....Sooooooooooooooo.....Do this before October.......Mike.......I have tools..some knowledge....and am more than willing to pitch in....and I'm a GREAT COOK .....can't wait for this and Spyderfest..YA-HOO...................