SoCal Caravan Thread to San Luis Obispo Meet
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Something all should be aware of on arriving in SLO. The directions to the Courtyard will be not be accurate if downloaded from a mapping site due to new road construction.
FROM THE NORTH-Take the Los Osos Valley Rd. offramp--Turn RIGHT go to next stop light (about 50 yards) and turn LEFT on CALLE JOAQUIN.
FROM THE SOUTH-Take the Los Osos Valley Rd. offramp--Turn LEFT over the freeway turn Left at the second traffic light onto CALLE JOAQUIN.
It used to be Calle Joaquin and the freeway onramp had the same access road. Now they are separate.
Here is a map of the Saturday route for those that like a heads up on the days events.
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&hl=en&...232086&z=12
Caravaning a pretty common thing in the motorcycle world. It is a special way to travel and be part of a group. That being said, there are a few things that come up in those type of rides.
First, each rider/driver needs to drive within their own limits and abilities. I'm not demeaning anyone or being insulting, we just need to check ourselves.
Leaders know that the group takes a while to move and gather up from stops. As quick as the leader takes off, the sweeper or tail end guy has to drive twice as fast to catch up. It's an accordion effect.
There are usually no verbal communications so hand signals and blinkers are used for various road hazards, lane changes, cops and so on.
When passing, (or when we to double file for the photo on Sat.) the tail end guys pull into the number 1 and 2 lanes and hold position, to block traffic from the rear and protect the integrity of the group.
I'd consider running someone out in front of the group about 10 minutes or so. He can call back with speed trap or road hazard info before the whole group gets involved.
FROM THE NORTH-Take the Los Osos Valley Rd. offramp--Turn RIGHT go to next stop light (about 50 yards) and turn LEFT on CALLE JOAQUIN.
FROM THE SOUTH-Take the Los Osos Valley Rd. offramp--Turn LEFT over the freeway turn Left at the second traffic light onto CALLE JOAQUIN.
It used to be Calle Joaquin and the freeway onramp had the same access road. Now they are separate.
Here is a map of the Saturday route for those that like a heads up on the days events.
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&hl=en&...232086&z=12
Caravaning a pretty common thing in the motorcycle world. It is a special way to travel and be part of a group. That being said, there are a few things that come up in those type of rides.
First, each rider/driver needs to drive within their own limits and abilities. I'm not demeaning anyone or being insulting, we just need to check ourselves.
Leaders know that the group takes a while to move and gather up from stops. As quick as the leader takes off, the sweeper or tail end guy has to drive twice as fast to catch up. It's an accordion effect.
There are usually no verbal communications so hand signals and blinkers are used for various road hazards, lane changes, cops and so on.
When passing, (or when we to double file for the photo on Sat.) the tail end guys pull into the number 1 and 2 lanes and hold position, to block traffic from the rear and protect the integrity of the group.
I'd consider running someone out in front of the group about 10 minutes or so. He can call back with speed trap or road hazard info before the whole group gets involved.
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Originally Posted by ITNurse' post='540639' date='Mar 6 2008, 10:11 AM
Yup...I gave them the day/date/time of our drive ...
Sorry, not sure....the sarcasm doesn't really translate online.
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Maybe a contact sheet is a good idea... (in case someone runs late or gets lost)
If everyone wants to message me their numbers i can compile a contact sheet and bring them to the LA meet point
OR maybe its better to send me your email and number so i can send them out so you have it before the meet point (running late)
just a thought... so we dont post our numbers
and im bored at work
If everyone wants to message me their numbers i can compile a contact sheet and bring them to the LA meet point
OR maybe its better to send me your email and number so i can send them out so you have it before the meet point (running late)
just a thought... so we dont post our numbers
and im bored at work
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Originally Posted by alpinewhite' post='540726' date='Mar 6 2008, 12:29 PM
just exchange at the LA meet. Just roll next to whomever you are most comfortable with.
A couple people already sent me their info, so if you want to be on the contact sheet and want one please let me know by Friday night 8pm
send your # and email please (im making a excel spreadsheet to upload into emails so its easily printable)
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Originally Posted by heezy545i' post='540685' date='Mar 6 2008, 11:48 AM
Did you really?
Sorry, not sure....the sarcasm doesn't really translate online.
Sorry, not sure....the sarcasm doesn't really translate online.
heezy545i - Nah, letting the CHP know might be a bad idea.
Looking forward to Saturday people! Oh...add some new tunes to your ipod too!
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Originally Posted by ITNurse' post='540756' date='Mar 6 2008, 01:22 PM
Looking forward to Saturday people! Oh...add some new tunes to your ipod too!
Got the idea from hearing those songs from that movie Cars.
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Originally Posted by EuroCarFan' post='540763' date='Mar 6 2008, 01:30 PM
Good idea. I actually have a play list called CarTunes.
Got the idea from hearing those songs from that movie Cars.
Got the idea from hearing those songs from that movie Cars.
Did you buy a CD or just compile the list yourself? Post some of the tunes...i'm interested!.
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I compiled it. I actually only have 6 songs. haha
1) Life is a Highway - Rascal Flatts
2) Real Gone - Sheryl Crow
3) Where the Streets Have No Name - U2
4) Route 66 - Depeche Mode
5) Low Rider - War
6) Behind The Wheel - Depeche Mode
I'm sure there are a lot more songs out there related to cars and driving.
1) Life is a Highway - Rascal Flatts
2) Real Gone - Sheryl Crow
3) Where the Streets Have No Name - U2
4) Route 66 - Depeche Mode
5) Low Rider - War
6) Behind The Wheel - Depeche Mode
I'm sure there are a lot more songs out there related to cars and driving.
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if you like reggae/dancehall/rap
Beenie Man - Who Am I (Sim Simma)
in the chorus.: "Sim simma, who got the keys to my Bimmer"
Swizz Beatz - Its Me bitches
"Chillin in my Beemer, listenin to Ether"
Beenie Man - Who Am I (Sim Simma)
in the chorus.: "Sim simma, who got the keys to my Bimmer"
Swizz Beatz - Its Me bitches
"Chillin in my Beemer, listenin to Ether"