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Not Going To Make Spyderfest - TricLED included

SpyderWolf

SpyderWolf

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I just finished talking to Reggy on the phone a little while ago, and an executive decision was made. We will not be making the trip to Spyderfest after all. :(

We have been watching the weather very closely and hoping for the best. With the threat of dangerous floods in the Ohio and Mississippi River Valley area we determined that it would be better safe than sorry and to miss this event. While there is a chance of the weather clearing, a decision needed to be made now and that is how it came down.

The main reason for my decision boils down to looking out for my family. We were going to load the open trailer with the Spyders tonight, and then head for Cuba after midnight tomorrow evening. Our path of travel would take us right through many of the flash flood warning areas. It is supposed to rain tomorrow and Wednesday, and that may only make things worse. In this case I think it is much better for us to be safe than sorry, no matter how badly I really wanted to push it and be there.

I am truly hoping for everyone that makes it there that this will be one of those decisions I end up regretting for a very long time. If the weather turns out to be great, and a non-issue, please feel free to post and rub it in as I will probably deserve that. I wish you all the best and hope the weather cooperates and you have a great time.

I was really looking forward to seeing everyone there, but will now have to wait for the Owner's Event in Maggie Valley to see who can make that one.

I cancelled our hotel reservations as well, so there are now 2 rooms available at Motel 6 for anyone who decides to attend at the last minute.
 
I think that's a good call. Had we not had to cancel for my daughter's graduation, we would have canceled because of the weather. Thunder storms and rain and flooding are not worth the effort for any kind of function. I will cancel a doctor's appointment if the weather is bad.
 
BUMMER!!!!!!! But safety first. Sorry you can't make it. Maybe see ya next year!!!at Spyderfest. will see ya at the BRP get together tho.
 
Thanks Dudley, and everyone else as well.

I was really looking forward to it and hate the fact we are not going to be there. However, I also feel comfortable with the decision right now.

Hopefully we will be able to see many of you in Maggie Valley. :thumbup:
 
:gaah: 1st day on the road. 400 miles-350 in the pouring rainand 50F. In Ft Wayne tonite.Will make a decsion in the morning what to do.
 
That is a bummer, sorry you are not going to make it, but it is understandable, safety comes first. Take care of yourself!
 
Hi SpyderWolf

I just arrived in Ohio we are 50 miles from Cleveland today we rode 545 miles which around 240 were done in the rain. Its not raining its pouring.
Good luck and take care we will see you in Maggie Valley.
 
If it was just me ryding my Spyder I would probably push it and try to make it anyway. I know my wife would not be happy with that decision at all though. In this case we were going to be towing the Spyders in an open trailer and have our 8 year old son along as well. That is what makes me not willing to take the chance with the weather.

I really do hope things get better weather wise and everyone who is able to make it has a great time. This is just making me look forward to Maggie Valley even more now.
 
Well I'm heading out at 5:30 am rain or no rain. The forecast for Cuba looks pretty good so I'll deal with the weather getting there if there is any. Sorry you guys decided not to go, if I was in a cage I wouldn't think twice about it but thats just me. :dontknow:
 
Wife still not feeling well

Unfortunately my wife and I are not going to make it either......mainly because she has been under the weather for the last 2 weeks or so and we have had nothing but rain and cold weather here in central NY for weeks. Ryding in the rain is one thing but ryding when you are not feeling well already is beyond good judgement and ryding in the rain when it is cold and not feeling well is insanity. We are disappointed but will be attending the Spyders in the Adirondacks and some other rydes and events this year. I hope for good weather and great times for all that attend the Cuba event.:thumbup:
 
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I wouldn't be concerned in the least if I was trailering (not that I ever would---:D )- you can dodge the flooded areas easily---
GPS and good weather app and you can avoid any roads/ areas that may have flooded over. We decided to come in north of St. Louis because we didn't want to deal with heavy rain AND heavy traffic at the same time--- would rather just deal with one or the other when riding. In a cage I'd just go for it--

We just rode 500+ miles through nasty rain in the flood areas--- not the funnest ride - especially once it got dark-- but spyders rocked right through it all. Was doing 70+ in the rain and felt stable as could be --- wouldn't even think of doing that on 2 wheels! :thumbup:

Really bummed some of you can't make it! Hope you guys will do Maggie Valley ----:thumbup:
 
Really bummed seeing all these cancellations for so many different reasons. I am sure glad you and Reggy decided to not go and play it safe. One missed event is nothing compared to worse items that can happen when ignoring your own instincts :thumbup:

I think you folks should try and make the Spyders in the Redwoods and make up for it!! :2thumbs::doorag::yes: :bowdown::firstplace: :ohyea:
 
Just a little rain !

We live near Springfield, Illinois, and the weather is breaking! :ohyea: Looking forward to a GREAT time in Cuba. :clap: The forcast for Cuba is lookin' Good!! :2thumbs:
 
Me and spyder-dude will not be making the trip either. Its says thunder showers and rain here thru Friday and with the tornadoes in Arkansas last night we are not going to take a chance with the 980 mile trip in cold and rain. Looking forward to the Spyders in the adirondack ride for July. Hopefully the weather will be better then.
 
Firefly said:
I wouldn't be concerned in the least if I was trailering (not that I ever would---:D )- you can dodge the flooded areas easily---
GPS and good weather app and you can avoid any roads/ areas that may have flooded over. We decided to come in north of St. Louis because we didn't want to deal with heavy rain AND heavy traffic at the same time--- would rather just deal with one or the other when riding. In a cage I'd just go for it--

We just rode 500+ miles through nasty rain in the flood areas--- not the funnest ride - especially once it got dark-- but spyders rocked right through it all. Was doing 70+ in the rain and felt stable as could be --- wouldn't even think of doing that on 2 wheels! :thumbup:

Really bummed some of you can't make it! Hope you guys will do Maggie Valley ----:thumbup:
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Not raining it Cuba now.

It's not raining in Cuba now, and I can see some blue clouds. It's suppose to be in the upper 60s today.

The dogwoods are blooming.

Be safe in your travels.
 
Really sorry to hear so many of you have to cancel. The weather is clearing today in Oklahoma though there are showers predicted for tonight.

Why not just come a day late?
 
SUN CAME OUT IN ILLINOIS TOO!!

Spydeejane said:
It's not raining in Cuba now, and I can see some blue clouds. It's suppose to be in the upper 60s today.

The dogwoods are blooming.

Be safe in your travels.
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SUN JUST DECIDED ITS TIME FOR SPYDERFEST!!!!!!

READY TO RIDE!! :ohyea:

:2excited: :2excited: :2excited:
 
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