Owners Event Info you've been waiting for

[StanProff]

Agreed

The saying "No good deed goes unpunished" comes to mind here.

When they had an owner event people complained that there were no vendors or it was on the wrong side of the map. They can't win. Now they are giving support to event that can and will have vendors and will most likely be all over the country and it's still not good enough for some of you guys. Really the owners event is a big expense with little return. I think this is a smart move on their part. They get to help the owners without the restrictions of corporate. Maybe I'm just a cup is half full kind of a guy.

I like the idea. This should enable more riders to attend an event sometime during the year. No complaints on my end, I just love riding the Spyder and if I run into an event that's great! I agree that no matter what is done some people will not be satisfied.

 

[hut1]

Owners Event Crawl

Although I haven't had an opportunity to attend any previous events, I prefer to be more optimistic about the potential of this new format. It may create an opportunity for a "very few" to try to attend all or most of the events. Maybe BRP could offer an incentive to those fortunate few who have the time and resources to complete an "Owners Event Crawl".

Maybe they should add an 8th event to make it more :spyder:like! :roflblack:

 

[Magdave]

There will be the second Myrtle Beach Spyder Rally May 2-9th this year for people who want a good vacation with plenty of things to do. It has been submitted to BRP for consideration.Just sayin' :thumbup:

 

[NorCalBud]

Thank you BRP!!! Fresh Ideas are what the Spyder is all about!

I want to publicly say Thank you BRP! As has been stated, BRP doesn't have to do ANYTHING...but is willing to. That's fantastic news. This company is going to handout support for 7 events to likely be even better than they would be without that support. While I'm slightly disappointed that there could be 1 less Major event coming up, I'm glad that these people still have the desire to stay in touch with their customers in this way. They are trying new things, mixing it up and IMO that's in keeping with what the Can-Am Spyder is all about.
Thanks again BRP!
:clap::clap::clap:

 

[bscrive]

Well, we think that this is a great idea by BRP. If the owner's event was somewhere in the mid US then we would not be able to attend anyways. This way, perhaps we can attend a couple of sponsored events (Spyder Odyssey & Spyder Quest). Before you guys/gals pass judgement, why don't you wait and see how this plays out. At the end of the year you will either say it was a great idea or it was a bust. We think that it will be great. Now, if only our Canadian dollar would go back up so it doesn't cost us so much.

 

[Pirate looks at --]

Amazing

Thanks Lamont for this news! This will only make the selected events even better! I am amazed every day at how so many on this board can do nothing but complain. As several have explained BRP has little to gain but PR, and their products are selling without any involvement in "owners events". I for one am thankful for their support. I might even go to SITR again this year if the chose that event to sponsor!:yes::yes::yes:

 

[adlereins]

Question

Is there anyone who can provide or get a list of potential sponsors for these gatherings? Plus, is there any way an individual person can help or recommend? From what I read, it is only clubs or dealers that can propose sites to BRP. If I'm wrong, feel free to correct me.

Allen B.

 

[Lamonster]

Is there anyone who can provide or get a list of potential sponsors for these gatherings? Plus, is there any way an individual person can help or recommend? From what I read, it is only clubs or dealers that can propose sites to BRP. If I'm wrong, feel free to correct me.

Allen B.

A good group of the sponsors on the front page go to these events and most of them make it to Spyderfest.
Any group who has an event can apply.

 

[oldguyinTX]

thanks for the heads up lamont. spyderquest application is going in today. (ron is filling it out now) I see this as a very big deal. after having two spyderquest events "under the belt"and growing as fast as we have, it becomes difficult to keep growing without help, both in numbers of bodies, and secondly financially. what could be better than having brp behind us with a little financial assist and a little publicity coming out of brp direct! I love it, and I challenge those that question it, to call an event of choice and volunteer to help out on that event. when you see what it takes, you might change your mind!! (i'm not trying to start anything, i'm just trying to say thank you brp for the chance to become a sponsor aided event) :2thumbs::2thumbs::2thumbs:

Do you know when Ron will post the registration for SpyderQuest III and/or when will the website be up?

 

[hillybillyheaven]

After looking at Docs Spyder calendar....

I am thinking I like these 7

Destination Spyder Daytona Beach
Spyder Rally Myrtle Beach
Spyderfest Magog Quebec
Destination Spyder Sturgis
Spyders in the Redwoods
Spyderquest Lake George
Hill Country Spyder Ride

This is a nice summer schedule with north to south east to west locations…I know someone mentioned how expensive Sturgis is but what a great opportunity for BRP to market the F3 . To the “two wheelers” who traditionally go to a event like this…Bikeweek too…it is a F3 market .I think this is a nice schedule. Another thought of mine is these events seem to be free to register and most of them vendors are free….it is hard to pay for all the food and hard work when the organizers are doing the event solo...with money out of their own pocket…BRP can really help these folks.IMHO

 

[Dan McNally]

I'm perplexed at a lot of the angst expressed, here.

I go to events, primarily, to ride my Spyder. I really don't care who is the sponsor . . . if I can get there and have a great time riding, and meeting other folks who love Spyders, that is all that matters.

I could care less if it is "the" BRP event, "the" Spyder Quest event, "the" Ohio Spyder Rally, "the" SpyderFest event . . . it is all about "the" ride, and if I can get the time (and cash) to make the trip, I'm there!

The fact that BRP is willing to pony up some assistance to seven events, I think is great. It will allow event promoters to do more for the attendees . . . and pretty much guarantees a BRP presence, which is also great.

I can only assume the less than enthusiastic attitudes are the result of it being winter and many of us are suffering from Spyder withdrawal . . . :dontknow:

 

[Cyle H]

locations

My vote is for Spyders in The Smokys!!! Hard to beat the roads in that area....

 

[jaherbst]

After looking at Docs Spyder calendar....

I am thinking I like these 7

Destination Spyder Daytona Beach
Spyder Rally Myrtle Beach
Spyderfest Magog Quebec
Destination Spyder Sturgis
Spyders in the Redwoods
Spyderquest Lake George
Hill Country Spyder Ride

This is a nice summer schedule with north to south east to west locations…I know someone mentioned how expensive Sturgis is but what a great opportunity for BRP to market the F3 . To the “two wheelers” who traditionally go to a event like this…Bikeweek too…it is a F3 market .I think this is a nice schedule. Another thought of mine is these events seem to be free to register and most of them vendors are free….it is hard to pay for all the food and hard work when the organizers are doing the event solo...with money out of their own pocket…BRP can really help these folks.IMHO

These are all in the Eastern US except for the SITR. STURGIS? have you ever been to Sturgis. I have many times. I bought my Spyder to get away from all this. There is a Spyder gathering two weeks before Sturgis in Deadwood that would be fine, but Sturgis no way. That's Heavy Harley Country overcrowded with all the kooks you could imagine. No Thanks.

Jack

 

[Oldmanzues]

Thanks for posting the three sisters ride. I did not want to take up all the space by quoting
Oldmanzues

 

[hillybillyheaven]

These are all in the Eastern US except for the SITR. STURGIS? have you ever been to Sturgis. I have many times. I bought my Spyder to get away from all this. There is a Spyder gathering two weeks before Sturgis in Deadwood that would be fine, but Sturgis no way. That's Heavy Harley Country overcrowded with all the kooks you could imagine. No Thanks.

Jack

It is not about crowds it is about MARKETING....RETURN ON INVESTMENT...BRP has got to market to the younger set with the F3,,,,us traditional Spyder riders ,,,most feel that the F3 is uncomfortable to ride and gives us a sore body. BRP has to have a presence at Harley events....if it was just marketing the RT or RS I would say no but i believe it is a must at Sturgis and Bikeweek....from the news articles I read they want to cross over into the sport 2 wheel market...got to be there to sell there. Thats why they are having Lamont bring his custom F3 to Bikeweek TO SELL F3's to a new market...and I believe Spyders in the redwoods is CALI,west coast.IMHO

 

[wyliec]

It is not about crowds it is about MARKETING....RETURN ON INVESTMENT...BRP has got to market to the younger set with the F3,,,,us traditional Spyder riders ,,,most feel that the F3 is uncomfortable to ride and gives us a sore body. BRP has to have a presence at Harley events....if it was just marketing the RT or RS I would say no but i believe it is a must at Sturgis and Bikeweek....from the news articles I read they want to cross over into the sport 2 wheel market...got to be there to sell there. Thats why they are having Lamont bring his custom F3 to Bikeweek TO SELL F3's to a new market...and I believe Spyders in the redwoods is CALI,west coast.IMHO

I got a different take away viewpoint from the original letter posted by Lamont. What I took away from the letter is that BRP is doing this (mainly) for the owners, as appreciation, and to keep customer loyalty. I believe their presence in Daytona will be for marketing, to make non-current Spyder riders aware of what is available. I do believe BRP is spending their money wisely.

 

[stevedfive]

I like it! :thumbup:

 

[robmorg]

Oh My!! Is this going to be a good thing? A bad thing? Oh My!! I guess since I don't know I'll just have to take a 'Mental Health' ride on my Spyder and hopefully figure it out. I'll be back when I know for sure!!!! :roflblack: Please folks, don't be so serious! Life is too short, and Spyder riding is just too good to worry about these things.

:agree: ...and LEEB, I sure hope you don't run into any lions or tigers or bears on your "Mental Health Ride". Oh My!!

 

[robmorg]

Spyderquest application is going in today. (ron is filling it out now) I see this as a very big deal. after having two spyderquest events "under the belt"and growing as fast as we have, it becomes difficult to keep growing without help, both in numbers of bodies, and secondly financially. what could be better than having brp behind us with a little financial assist and a little publicity coming out of brp direct! I love it, and I challenge those that question it, to call an event of choice and volunteer to help out on that event. when you see what it takes, you might change your mind!! (i'm not trying to start anything, i'm just trying to say thank you brp for the chance to become a sponsor aided event) :2thumbs:

GREAT NEWS!!! :2thumbs: I was looking forward to my first SpyderQuest this fall. Now I'm looking forward to it even more! :thumbup: Thanks guys. Hope SpyderQuest gets selected (hard to imagine that it won't). If so it's NOT hard to imagine that BRP will be making a good appearance in Lake George, as that will likely be the closest event for them.

 

[robmorg]

I realize that most folks already know this, but...

I did not want to take up all the space by quoting.

Quoting parts of other posts can be a good way to maintain continuity within a thread, without being redundant. You do know that you can edit quotes (like I did above), right? Some folks may not know this, as you often see long messages - complete with embedded YouTube videos - quoted several times in a row within a thread. :sour:

You can even make up quotes...

...or embed one quote (or other codes) within another.

Also, the little link, that appears after the name of who you quoted, takes the reader back to the original message, which may be handy when quotes are edited too aggressively.

Sorry for the "off topic" diversion.