LAS VEGAS!!!
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Eric Hair at 05.30.07 - 12:39 pm
Viva Las Vegas 2
The first time was awesome and that was only 60 of us.
I think I might rock my socks off when we show up by the hundreds.
We're doin it again, but this time with much better planning, much more notice and much more democracy. Let's get some dialog happenin' in this thread about how people want it to go down. WHEN? WHERE? HOW? HUH? BEER? BEEF?
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Dak and Sexy, you guys had some ideas for dates, what were they?
Other misc. ideas that have happened so far.
- If we can get enough people to commit, maybe we can get a sweet group rate at one of the hotels.
- Everyone chips in a couple of bucks and we rent a Ryder truck to transport the bikes from LA to LV. Personal transportation would be left up to everyone on an individual basis.
- Get enough people to commit and rent a BUS!! You can fit everyone's bike in the cargo section of a bus.
These are just ideas. I haven't checked into prices yet or anything. Hotel suggestions, Stratosphere and Sahara have some DAMN cheap room rates for most of the year.
Anyone have a Class B drivers license?
Eric Hair05.30.07 - 12:46 pm
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#1 Set a date so we can plan for this beeotch!
Joe Borfo05.30.07 - 1:20 pm
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if the price is right I'll go.
cured105.30.07 - 2:18 pm
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you don't need a class b lic to rent a stake/boxed truck as long as it doesn't have AIR brakes, I've rented them before and they are easy to drive.
a 20' stake bed cost $95 a day with .40 cents a mile
www.ur.com
a 56 passenger bus would run $1800 for two days one night
$2648 for three days two nights plus gratuity and for a room for the driver www.fastdeer.com
a 12 passenger van from a rental company would run $400 for the weekend.
dannyzuko05.30.07 - 2:46 pm
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this sounds super fun. i gotta figure out how imma get my bikes there also.
t.bone05.30.07 - 2:50 pm
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There you go: One big pickup truck to pile the bikes in. And several passenger cars to haul the drunken/baked Ridazz with.
Joe Borfo05.30.07 - 3:16 pm
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the truck is for transporting bikes, if needed
dannyzuko05.30.07 - 3:18 pm
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Whatever class you need to be a driver of more than like 15 people or whatever. Class B right? If one of us had a license...that's all I was hopin' for.
Yeah, date comes first...how we're gonna get there...last.
I have no problem volunteering to drive a Ryder with a shit ton of bikes piled in the back...that way people could even fly if they wanted to.
I'm thinkin', rather than renting a bus of our own...we use one of those retired folks busline vegas adventure tours as our mobility platform...agree on the date and busline....then just do a mass booking, take it over.
Eric Hair05.30.07 - 3:39 pm
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Oh, when's the next 4 day weekend? DannyZ?
Eric Hair05.30.07 - 3:39 pm
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Yikes.. Burning Man for some.. Vacation for others.. Any other dates? I mean, If that's the way it goes then that's the way it goes.
Joe Borfo05.30.07 - 3:51 pm
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Is September still warm?
I don't want to ride Vegas when it's cold again, that was pretty rough. Even some of the fountains were frozen.
Eric Hair05.30.07 - 3:52 pm
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Actually...regardless of wheather...CAN WE ALL WAIT THAT LONG?
I'm not sure I could wait till sept to go!!!!! arhughqafeours;oajnrg;oarg
Eric Hair05.30.07 - 3:53 pm
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I'm down for next month just pick a date, we'll drive down with our bikes and ride until the LVPD gives us the shaft, but seriously lets go to the crazy horse!
dannyzuko05.30.07 - 3:58 pm
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Well, you're right.
People usually need at least a 3 day weekend for something like this.
And a 3 day weekend can be stretched to 4 by leaving after work on like Thursday.
Most hotels let you check in nearly a day early, so long as you're technically on the right day, and you're charming, you can check in at like 1am. It's like getting a free night. ; )
Eric Hair05.30.07 - 4:05 pm
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any 1 down for some hills? 60 mile bike ride from VEGAS to Hover Dam
dannyzuko05.30.07 - 4:22 pm
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We might want to let the LVCritMass folks know, or go on a night they have a ride too.
Joe Borfo05.30.07 - 4:22 pm
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lets go for broke
good idea Joeborfo
dannyzuko05.30.07 - 4:36 pm
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Is it even possible to go to vegas without setting foot in a strip joint?
Although, that place looks a little too classy for me ;) I'm broke and need a seedier place!
kyber05.30.07 - 4:40 pm
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AVOID the big holiday weekends!!!
Wouldn't mid-week be better?
Sunday-Monday?
how many nights? days?
Just pick a day, see how many are interested, and their concerns (costs mainly). Then work from there. You can also count on some people getting themselves there, on their own.
if you can get an Idea of how many want to go as a group, it'll give us an idea of the transpo and housing.
sanserif is our resident Vegas Tren Way. I'll give him a heads up.
the reverend dak05.30.07 - 4:42 pm
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Good call, I'll contact some of the locals.
Eric Hair05.30.07 - 4:53 pm
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fantastic! i can't wait!
here's what we've been up to.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/sanserif/sets/72157594528785215/
-TWBG
sanserif05.30.07 - 5:04 pm
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One toke over the line sweet Jesus
One toke over the line
Sittin' downtown in a railway station
One toke over the line!
Joe Borfo05.30.07 - 5:07 pm
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man, you all talk a gang of shit, but nobody comes up with a date.
Three day weekends are nuts in Vegas, crowded and the rooms are expenesive. Who wants to go to vegas for three days anyways, (well I can only speak for myself. )
I purpose the third week of June, June 15 -17. Yes it is Sins and
Sprokets that Friday night. Why don't we make the big ride the Saturday night, for those that want or can only afford a night can make it out. That Saturday is usuallly an empty night in Los Angeles for bicycle events.
Maybe Sins and Sprockets want to have a ride in vegas that Friday. They seem like the type that would be into it.
Weekdays don't work for the majority of people, although it is cheaper. I found the rates a little cheaper for this weekend compared with others, at the cheaper hotels. Stadsphere and Saraha aren't so cheap on this third weekend of june. Alexis Park has rooms for $64 for that weekend, it is a non-gaming hotel off the strip, but is suppose to be super classy, and low profile for celebs.
We could do it the third week of July, but how hot is that going to be?
Start checking www.sidestep.com for rates and tell us what you think.
sexy05.30.07 - 6:32 pm
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We can also let our commrades in San Diego know, it would be great to party with them in another city.
sexy05.30.07 - 6:36 pm
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Haha
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Eric Hair05.30.07 - 6:54 pm
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I may be wrong, but my understanding with those retire folks bus line.
It is set up to where the buses stop at certain casinos for certain amount of time, it is sponsored by the casino to get the folks to blow some money in their establishment. I don't know if we would qualify for that.
sexy05.30.07 - 10:41 pm
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Well, I'm sure if we get you sexy, you'll blow something.
Joe Borfo05.31.07 - 12:50 am
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haha... anyone else think an elvis impersonator ride would be fucking hilarious?
Anyone else think that June 15-17th weekend would be good? I do, but that could be because I feel like celebrating my birthday in style...
FuzzBeast05.31.07 - 5:38 am
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sounds like a good weekend to me.
t.bone05.31.07 - 8:14 am
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Can't make it that week/weekend, booked solid.
420LaHaRR05.31.07 - 8:24 am
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Any opportunity to see Laharr in chops and sequins is good for me.
Joe Borfo05.31.07 - 9:07 am
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HAHA...old fat Elvis it is. Now where to pick up a jumpsuit and cape....
420LaHaRR05.31.07 - 9:44 am
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JULY 25 is the last friday of the month
Y not 25th 26th friday & saturday
dannyzuko05.31.07 - 10:30 am
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What do you mean you can't make it Jon, I want a note from Priscilla.
Are you TCB?
I have to say, you are more of the young Elvis then the later Elvis, but I did love those Jumpsuits from the 70's. It would look fabulous on you
sexy05.31.07 - 10:31 am
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sexy's finally coming out of the closet?
he's hitting on LaHaRR
spiraldemon05.31.07 - 10:45 am
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Ok, after some exhaustive searching...this is what I've found. This is for Friday, June 15 - Sunday, June 17.
DannyZ, the dates you suggested are neither a Friday or a Saturday, but I get the idea; the following rates are nearly identical to the July weekend you proposed.
Below is totals for the whole weekend, not per night.
$29 per person - Sahara - 6 people per room.
$24 per person - Casion Royale - 6 people per room
sexy had some suggestions that were off the strip or on Fremont St.....haven't checked those really, but they are even cheaper........does anyone care how far we are from the strip? We have bikes!!
Eric Hair05.31.07 - 1:46 pm
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it shouldn't matter how far u guys are from the strip. everything is riding distance. check the hotels/motels off to the east and west of the strip. And downtown LV isn't a bad idea either, it's totally riding distance to "the strip".
t.bone05.31.07 - 1:58 pm
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off srip is cool with me, but with those prices... it doesnt really even matter, as long as we ahve room to cram the bikes in with 6 in each room....
SO, let's pick a date..
so far our choices seem to be:
june 15-17th
Pros: soon, won't be quite as hot
cons: 420laharr can't make it, father's day weekend
last weekend in July
pros:
420laharr can make it
cons: not too soon, going to be hot as fuck, the longer we wait, more chance of people bailing
we could always do more than one.
FuzzBeast05.31.07 - 1:58 pm
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sorry I was looking at the wrong mf month,
but yeah that works
dannyzuko05.31.07 - 2:04 pm
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so, vote on a date?
my vote's for june, but i'm up for either.
FuzzBeast05.31.07 - 2:06 pm
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LV is 99° today and 102° tomorrow, we ain't gettin no heat relief. The lows are in the 70s HAHAHAAAAAAAAA!! WOO.
Why not go for early to mid July?
Or even a week later in June?
June 29 - July 1
July 13 - July 15
?
Eric Hair05.31.07 - 2:21 pm
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word. i'll get san diego people thinking about this! either of those dates would work for us as far as conflicting with other rides.
electricwarriors05.31.07 - 2:48 pm
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Bicycle transport could be easy and less expensive than renting a big stakebed truck. A couple of pickemup trucks pulling rented trailers, or even go with rented club wagon type vans and pull trailers with them. You can get a lot of bikes in an open trailer.
Jeronimo05.31.07 - 2:56 pm
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I must admit, I'm slightly biased for june, I'm voting for it mostly on the fact that that weekend is my birthday.
FuzzBeast05.31.07 - 5:15 pm
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I got a 20ft. flat bed car trailer. With some 2x4's for make shift rails and tie downs we should be able to get 40 bikes on it easy plus a few in the bed of truck. Just hate how much gas would be for the trip with my truck compared to my honda accord. I have a road trip 21-30 of june. Would need a little time to set up the trailer. I vote for mid to late july to set up/get the word out and organize the plans.
Let me if this works.
Pedal Power05.31.07 - 5:45 pm
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Pedal Power, i can help you out getting the trailer ready if we decide to use that. Email me if you need help. My email is in my profile.
brassknuckle05.31.07 - 6:03 pm
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Pedal Power,
I think a LOT of us are willing to help make something out of that trailer for Vegas and future use. omg.
Someone should take pics & measurements. Then have some volunteers design a bike/rack system that is temporary (PVC, bolts & wingnuts) and modular (sections that can fit into regular truck beds).
I can only do 1st & 2nd weekend of July.
the reverend dak05.31.07 - 6:16 pm
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I would suggest looking at all the rides going on, LA and San Diego.
I wouldn't be able to do July 1st, I host a ride on that date.
sexy05.31.07 - 6:32 pm
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Maybe not 40 bikes the more i look at it but a lot.
[IMG]http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c192/1FSTCHEVY/DCP_1858.jpg[/IMG]
Pedal Power05.31.07 - 6:48 pm
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Sorry wrong link. New link.
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c192/1FSTCHEVY/DCP_1858.jpg
Pedal Power05.31.07 - 6:52 pm
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that thing looks like it can hold A LOT if we make proper rails, etc. oh man.
Clarify, I can go:
Jun 15-16
July 6-7
the reverend dak05.31.07 - 6:56 pm
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That will definitely hold quite a bit and the rails are relatively simple to do on that.
brassknuckle05.31.07 - 7:09 pm
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I can go whenever, so I'm not gonna vote, but It looks like everyone can go on either of these weekends?
July 6 - July 8
July 13 - July 15
Right? Is this where we need to focus our democratic decision making?
Eric Hair05.31.07 - 7:26 pm
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Ridearc ride friday for me since it's in the valley But will be home all weekend if someone want's to come by help me figure out the best way for a simple system. I'm in west hills in the valley. Let me know. Should get started. I hate waiting to the last minute to finish shit.
Pedal Power05.31.07 - 7:28 pm
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Woah! That trailer is awesome!
Count me in for helping out with that. I got power tools, hardware, whatever...
If we staked it and wraped it with wire fencing we could easily fit over 40 bikes on that. BOOYAH GRANDMA!
Eric Hair05.31.07 - 7:29 pm
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six people in a room. That sounds like fun.
I'm down to share a room with one person or a couple at most, call me a pig, put that is just too many ridazz in one room for me.
sexy05.31.07 - 7:33 pm
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I'm also in west hills and plan to ride over to the noho station for ridearc. let me know if you care to make the ride. otherwise, I'm sure we can get together at the ride. With the stake pockets on the trailer it should be relatively easy to make some side gates. I won't be going to vegas but I'd be glad to help you with the build. I've got power tools etc. as well. dkbovaird@gmail.com
dave05.31.07 - 8:16 pm
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Hey dave i plan on heading out from fallbrook and saticoy at 7-11 around 7-7:30 let me know if that works. Should take about one hour or a little more give or take on pace to noho.
Pedal Power06.1.07 - 10:35 am
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I was also planning on starting at 7. The ride doesn't start till 9:30.
Umm, its going to take me a little more than an hour to get there, but we could start off together at 7 from the 7-11, and I'd be happy to ride along until one of us decides to continue at their own pace...I'm an old guy, you gotta cut me some slack.
We'll see anyways, I'll be at the 7-11 by 7.
Just to let you know, I may cut out early, I was at the last valley ridearc...and judging by the perceptions of the valley described in their current flyer, I'm not sure how long I can take this group of tourists. But it is a valley ride, so no caro needed to get there.
dave06.1.07 - 11:28 am
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OK!!
Based on people's input tonight at SMCM, they're down, but they need a solid date (preferably in July) that they can plan their lives/jobs around.
Taking into account the dates and limits mentioned already, what July weekend can everyone go!?!?!?
We're gonna nail it and sail it!!
(is that even a cool way to phrase that?) FUCK YOU!!
Eric Hair06.2.07 - 4:06 am
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come up any weekend. just come up!
last night's WESTSIIIIDE!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/sanserif/sets/72157600301707963/
sanserif06.3.07 - 3:06 pm
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Ok, can everyone make it?
July 20 - 22
This is the time to bitch and moan. Weigh-in!
Eric Hair06.3.07 - 6:25 pm
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Hey Sanserif, is Matt Bonari still involved in the rides up there? What about the All Mountain Cyclery crew?
Eric Hair06.3.07 - 6:27 pm
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Count me in - July 20-22...
Anyone booking rooms for the "I-dont-give-a-fuck-who's-floor-I'm-sleeping-on" crowd? Las Vegas connections' floors maybe???
SKIDMARCUS06.3.07 - 9:57 pm
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I'll go but only if I get to ride with Superfish. His Jetta is pimp! Riding in anything else would be a crime.
City Hobgoblin06.3.07 - 10:09 pm
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I'm open to either date, I perfer 13th-15th, hate to miss SinsNSprokets (coolest LA ride)
sexy06.3.07 - 11:02 pm
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...and miss the "big" Midnight Ridazz? That's fine.
I can do July 13-15.
the reverend dak06.4.07 - 9:11 am
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I can make it either weekend....
...any thoughts on transportation (bikes and ridazz)
420LaHaRR06.4.07 - 10:09 am
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ALRIGHT!!
July 13 - July 15 it is
I'll post it.
Hard part is over.
Eric Hair06.4.07 - 12:50 pm
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Pedal Power, let's make some plans to work on that trailer. Send me an email, and anyone else who wants to help out.
eric AT coffeeanddonut DOT qualm
Eric Hair06.4.07 - 1:15 pm
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finally a date, now I can request it off from work.
I'll be there as long as my bike can come.
:)
feelingrandy06.4.07 - 11:03 pm
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YES!! 13th-15th and Elvis impersonators?? PLEASE!!! =) That would be sooo funny/ fun!
mixtemotions06.5.07 - 12:28 am
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i shall spread the word around vegas.
we gotta get some posters and shit made.
and matt is still the main organizer behind the rides.
uly 13-15th it is.
you guys looking to ride every night?
i say the 14th should be the ride to chubby's pub.
cheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeap drinks and bike friendly.
fixedrabbi06.5.07 - 12:28 am
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Hey, guys, GREAT to have you on board.
Matt, I'll hit you up via email for details.
Yeah, I heard Interbike has a massive ride every year from the convention center right? I met a dude here in LA (on one of the rides) that has a booth every year and he invited the Ridazz to come make an appearance, I'll see if I can dig him up.
Cheers
Eric Hair06.5.07 - 12:18 pm
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I'm in for this Vegas trip.
how's everyone getting there. where's everyone staying? I'm down to crash on a floor of some hotel or whatever.
what time on the 13th are people leaving? ohhh...Friday the 13th
I need to know if I should request Friday off or not.
cured106.5.07 - 2:36 pm
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da dingo is down for this shit! lezz do it!
mandingo06.5.07 - 3:50 pm
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The ride is a go and is posted:
*** HERE ***
How are we gettin' there? Carpool, bus, fly, roll...
Use the thread to organize a carpool o' fools.
Anyone that has good ideas for where to stay, ON or OFF STRIP, please let everyone know.
Eric Hair06.5.07 - 4:38 pm
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I would like to leave no later then noon on friday from LA to get there early for diner and check in to the hotel. Then off too PARTY on the streets!!! Going to get to work on the make shift bike trailer this weekend. We need to start a list of who's going and keep adding in this thread plus get the CM vegas guys to plan a ride on one of the nights or both.
Pedal Power06.5.07 - 4:48 pm
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I see your calling this Las Vegas 2 ride,
I had an idea for a name, if you are open for consideration.
Call it the "Convention ride", since people go to las vegas for conventions.
I have let my cousins in Oakland and San Fransico know about it and San Diego already knows. I going to look into letting other areas know.
I think this could be real cool if we got people who can come from different parts on this ride
For your consideration, if you ignore this, no offence taken.
sexy06.5.07 - 5:41 pm
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Haha, shit!
I can't ignore The Convention Ride.
I don't really care what we call it; although that artwork might have to change for The Convention Ride, but I'm sure someone can come up with something sweet.
Hey Pedal Power, I emailed you and Dak about getting together this weekend, but no reponse. You want me call you instead?
No later than noon are my thoughts as well, earlier the better.
Having all the Ridazz staying in one hotel would be dope, but it sounds like a planning nightmare....unless someone can suggest an agreeably sweet/cheap hotel.
Eric Hair06.5.07 - 5:52 pm
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Yes eric just give me a call on my cell. You should have it in the first email i sent you.
This might work to get a little organized.
Going=yes or no
Need a ride=yes or no
Driving=yes or no
Driver taking passengers yes how many or no
How many bikes with driver 1234 or 0
Need a hotel room yes or no
Pedal Power06.5.07 - 6:30 pm
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I'm in...
able to drive...
min. myself + 1 rida (more if I can bum a truck)...
looking for lodging...
420LaHaRR06.5.07 - 11:55 pm
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deff want to go.
need a ride
have a bike.
FuzzBeast06.6.07 - 4:03 pm
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Somebody suggest a hotel we all can stay at.
I'm going, need a ride, have bike
I suggest we bring a couple of extra bikes, if that trailer can hold them,
just in case somebody breaks something that can't be fixed immmediately.
I have an extra bike and my folders.
sexy06.6.07 - 4:06 pm
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I'm going.
I have a bike.
I need a place to stay.
As far as a ride, I'm not sure right now. I just sold my jeep. Car less at the moment. I'm looking for a small pickup though. If I find one I can drive and take probably one person and some bikes if the trailer doesn't hold all of the bikes.
Vegas Baby!
cured106.6.07 - 7:29 pm
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Lets make some choices on rooms, before the rates get even higher
saraha is $87 a night, it is a little off the beaten path from everything eles
Palace station off the strip, down the street from saraha by the freeway is $100, they have the courtyard rooms which will make it easier to get into with bikes. Nice place
tropicana is $124 in garden rooms
econlodge by Circus Circus on strip is $63
casino royale is $72 which is in the thick of it all
Terrible Herbs is off strip, by Hard Rock is $86 nice
Riveria is 84-144 depending on Room older hotel
stratsphere is 104-116 depending on Room
Alexis Park off strip went from 64 yesterday to 119 today
Imperial palace is 130
and it goes up from there
Downtown is considerable less expensive
with El Cortez Starting at $50
the majority of places our $60- $80
but downtown was so depressing last time I was in Vegas.
I think it worth it to stay somewhere that is nicer, but I understand that is not in everybody budget.
Lets make some decisions. The prices are going to just keep going up.
also sidestep choose these suite type places off the strip, they look pretty good from there video and pictures, but the prices make you go uummm. They have full kitchens, gym, laundry facilieties, so I think they cater to longer term transiants.
Emerald suites Tropican, it says a 1.4 miles from strip but looks closer then that One bedroom suites $67 max 4 people right behind
did have some bad reviews, said a train ran real close to the hotel and a little dirty.
Candlewood about a mile off strip, Paradise and Flamingo $73 for a room to $118 for a suite.
St Tropez 84 for twin rooms by UNLV.
Look at www.sidestep.com or whatever you check and give some opinions.
What you can afford. How many people you want to share a room with, etc.
I like the idea of pool to lounge around on Saturday, that is if we get,,,oooohhhh yeah,, sleep by the pool, we don't get home til the Suns up in Los Angeles, but Vegas, we can sleep by the pool, if we ever get in.
sexy06.6.07 - 10:20 pm
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The strip is where it's at. I say in the middle price range and closer too or on the strip.
#1 Casino royale is $72 which is in the thick of it all.
#2 Palace station off the strip, down the street from saraha by the freeway is $100, they have the courtyard rooms which will make it easier to get into with bikes. Nice place
#3 Terrible Herbs is off strip, by Hard Rock is $86 nice.
Econlodge by Circus Circus on strip is $63. The name speaks for itself.
Saraha is $87 a night, it is a little off the beaten path from everything eles. Might be too much off the beaten path.
Tropicana is $124 in garden rooms. Might be too much hotel for us.
Pedal Power06.7.07 - 12:18 am
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Looks like Casino Royal is looking most attractive.
I don't think it has a pool. They are pretty strict about the 21 and over rule for guest. There is harrahs or imperial palace next door, for those that want a pool.
sexy06.7.07 - 1:06 am
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For sure, thanks Sexy for kickin us in the butt.
I can drive & take 4 passengers max.
I'm willing to book a room as soon as we can decide where we're staying. 4-6 in a room is cool with me.
I agree about Sexy's assessment of Downtown; depressing.
#1 - Casino Royale
#2 - Sahara
Either of the above is ok with me, but I've never stayed at Casino Royale so I can't vouch for it's bike friendly layout. Sahara is good for the bikes AND they have bigger parking, for the likes of a trailer.
And they have a pool? Right? To satisfy the tanning divas.
Eric Hair06.7.07 - 1:14 am
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Sahara would mean more biking...to get to the strip. BONUS!!
Eric Hair06.7.07 - 1:16 am
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Ughh, Harrah's and Imperial Palace are both $130/night.
Looks like Sahara for me, unless there's some off-strip gems.
Sexy, have you stayed at any of those off-strip hotels? Not the terribly off-strip, but the ones that are like a block behind the strip.
Anyone?
Eric Hair06.7.07 - 1:57 am
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I'm down for whatever, just let me know and let me know who I have to give my hotel cash to.
FuzzBeast06.7.07 - 2:40 am
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whats the date for this event so i can mark my calendar?
t.bone06.7.07 - 12:38 pm
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The dates are July 13 - July 15.
The ride has been posted, you'll find the date there as well.
Las Vegas Ride
Eric Hair06.7.07 - 12:57 pm
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motel 6 is $76 a night (before taxxes) one (1) occupant for two (2) FULL beds... it says it's more expensive if you put "3 occupants"... are they mean about hiding people in the room? it's just kinda next to tropicana... and since it's motel 6 standard fare style you can just roll yr bikes into the room. would be a great starting point for much of anything since it's at one end of the strippp.
let's just sleep in our cars and use the swimming pool showers!!!
neverclever06.7.07 - 1:08 pm
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Yeah, that's the problem with smaller hotels; way harder to pack a room w/o the management wising up to your schemes.
Eric Hair06.7.07 - 1:19 pm
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"let's just sleep in our cars and use the swimming pool showers!!!"
Seriously... that's my plan.
Joe Borfo06.7.07 - 1:22 pm
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ok so
I'm in, def. going.
I can drive, and bring 3 ridazz (only catch is someone has to take over driving once I start getting tired. this will probably happen about half way there)
I can bring bikes, if someone provides a rack. If not, then no.
Looking for lodging.
Also, WHERE THE SHIT ARE THE WHITE WOMEN AT???!!!
kyber06.7.07 - 1:44 pm
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this is long, so City Hobsmob, don't read it!
Taking into consideration different things. Is it best that we are all together at one hotel? Yes we will be together, we can have sleep rooms, and party rooms depending on what is going at the moment.
How will are presences fare with the security of the hotel? should we call and give them heads up on what we are doing so they won't be so freaked out when we show up. Is it best to have so many to a room going in and out, all at one hotel especially those that are going to be staying 6 to a room. Or should we be spread out amongst different areas and then people can visit each others hotel. Pools, no pools, hanging out parting in the day on Saturday when those that can't sleep can come to a different room.
Casino Royal seems like the best choice, close to the strip, but how much attention will bring ourselves their. They are strict about being over 21, so they are going to take notice of us. They have a parking lot between the casino and the hotel(In the back of the property)
and,there is security working it.
Saraha is kinda out there by itself. Didn't like it last time I stayed there, but we could be avoiding a headache of security.
You asked about the off strip hotels. I haven't stayed at Terribles (a block from the strip, on Flamingo) my friend(who I have gone to Vegas with many times- 24" if you have seem him, he has only been out a couple of times to rides, big drunk blonde aryan looking guy) has, and said it is a great place to stay. If driving you can go into the back of the Imperial Palace parking lot and park and your on the strip. He said of all the places that I mentioned to him and all things considered, he thought Terribles might be best. It has motel style rooms (which are cheaper), which would bring less attention to our coming and going. We most likely aren't going to ride through there valvet, or be raising hell in that area (better not to shit where your going to sleep rational) It just built a tower, so it a newer, nicer hotel.
It is the same quality rooms as Saraha or Casino royal, just newer.
It has a pool, casino royal doesn't, saraha is again a big property and harder to get to the pool and in and out.
As I said, we might want to call the hotel we decided we are going to stay at and let them know we are coming for a ride, like its some big thing, with an feel of legitimate, so they don't worry about all the bikes. That may or may not be a good idea. They may 'thats fine", no problem, or they may say, we are not hurting for business , don't need that here.
After reading this through before posting.
I have a thought, why don't we split it between Terribles$87, (I would like to stay there) and either Casino Royale$79 and/or $89Saraha.
That way we can meet at one and then ride, we won't be so many to one hotel. Don't want to be fighting our host while we are there.
Those are that are going to pile 6 to a room should probably stay at the saraha, as not to draw to much attention to themselves.
Comments...........................
sexy06.7.07 - 1:46 pm
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Why they gotta be white yo? and why they gotta be women?.. wink.
Joe Borfo06.7.07 - 1:47 pm
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Alright.
I just talked to the front desk at Casino Royale and they said that walking your bike through the casino is not a problem, "we have guests that do that all the time."
Do hotels, at which your not a guest, allow you to use their pool during the day?
Eric Hair06.7.07 - 1:47 pm
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not sure if they "allow" it. but im sure we can sneak into some. i stayed at Stratosphere and they didn't check my key card there. im sure there will be other places that don't check as well.
t.bone06.7.07 - 1:57 pm
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Why don't you guys say you're a bicycling touring group with about 50 members and inquire about group rates? Anybody with an english accent? Might lend more credibility to it.
dave06.7.07 - 1:57 pm
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If your going to sleep in your car, which I don't suggest. I think Saraha would be good. Pool is not to secure, parking structure. so the car will stay cooler.
Remember most hotels have a 24 hr cancellation policy, I'm going to check and book with a few as soon as we decide on what we are doing, I can cancell what I don't want, or pass it on to those that are going to wait til the last minute. Terribles and Sarah and/or Casino Royale.
If you are sleeping on the floor, think about bringing with you something that will make your sleep more comfortable for you. Blankets, pillows or mats to sleep on. You might not need it, but I perfer comfort.
To answer the question, about pools. No, it is for guest only. Some are more strict then others. Last time I was there I went to Hooters and hung out there all day, it can be done, as long as they are not checking keys, at the pool entrance. I read an article about how locals try to get past security at the hot spot pools Hard Rock, Palm, Rio. They have day party at the pools sometimes, for $30 admission. The local think, it is there right to uses them when they feel. The hotels feel different. The local are always tring to get in for fee.
sexy06.7.07 - 2:03 pm
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After reviewing Terrible's, (4100 Paradise Rd.)
I'm sold!! Looks good. Imma book a room. Should we try to group the rooms or is that going too far?
Terribles is on the same street as Battista's, and italian restaurant that includes all you can drink wine with you dinner!! Primo place to start the night off if you ask me.
Kyber, I don't mind driving your car AND I have a bike rack, if we need it. AND I have a singing voice that can easily last the entire car trip!!
Eric Hair06.7.07 - 2:11 pm
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I want in. Hair and Voice.
sexy06.7.07 - 2:17 pm
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Glad to have you, but you gotta sing tenor
Eric Hair06.7.07 - 2:22 pm
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I can't sing.
but I just called Terribles it is $79 when I called and $87 online. Call first
Where ever you stay, call the hotel and see if it is cheaper when you call.
sexy06.7.07 - 2:27 pm
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My bad, they include tax on line $86.11 a nite at Terribles.
48 hour cancellation policy
sexy06.7.07 - 2:32 pm
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Ok, you made the cut eric. How many bikes will the rack hold? Also, since you're booking rooms do you have any space left for people or are the room assignments figured out already? If they're not, count me in for terribles.
Also, sexy, does that mean you wanna ride with us? if so, you're also in.
kyber06.7.07 - 2:32 pm
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I ain't got no assignments yet.
You want in meng, then you're in!
I just booked with Terribles.
Over the phone it's still $86.11/night, $79 is before tax Sexy Blue.
I asked about bikes and she said, "no problem at all."
We'll see. ; )
Eric Hair06.7.07 - 2:46 pm
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Oh, the rack will hold...2 in luxury, 4 safely with towels for protection and 6 in a no-holds-barred festival of destruction.
Eric Hair06.7.07 - 2:50 pm
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if we're all staying at the same hotel, we should definately see about group rates.
Hell, they should give us a discount if we have several rooms.
When is everyone planning on leaving? Friday morning? Friday after work?
cured106.7.07 - 2:56 pm
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are we riding on Friday and Saturday?
cured106.7.07 - 2:57 pm
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Two in the room is one thing six bicycle is another. Don't worry, there is ways to get in through the sides, without going through the front. You can always lock them to poles and whatever we lock them to.
I would encourage four to a room as oppose to six, but you all do what you want
172.22 for two nights between four is 43.05 total
sexy06.7.07 - 3:08 pm
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172.22 between six = $29 for the weekend. Lodging only,
that is saving $14 to sleep on the floor. You all know what is right for you.
Book your rooms kids, you can always cancel if you can't make it.
If you are on the budget, consider buying your beer here in LA, it was cheaper here in the drugstores then Vegas, last time I went.
Every car should have at least one 30pack of Tequate.
sexy06.7.07 - 3:12 pm
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cured1,
make the call to see about a group rate.
Terribles 702-733-7000
sexy06.7.07 - 3:13 pm
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they do offer group rates, but I have to call back between 7 and 3 to talk to their group cordinator. I'll call back in the morning.
in the mean time, do we have any idea (ball park figure) of how many people will be going or how many rooms we'll need.
I like that sexy, at least 1 30 pack per car. to play it safe, make that 2 30 packs
cured106.7.07 - 3:30 pm
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Deff. check those group-rates. I tried some online group-rate sites, but the savings was non-existent. Maybe by phone it would be differen't.
Sexy, I agree with the 4's company rule of thumb, but sometimes rooms can surprise you. Last time we whent we stayed at Tropicana and it was like an apartment, could've fit 6 + bikes no problem.
Oh, and what Sexy meant to say is 30pack of Caguama!!
Eric Hair06.7.07 - 3:39 pm
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you guys enjoy your piss beer. I going to smob out with my beer and then mix it with commode Margaritas (why do Margaritas taste like toilet water at the end)
Terribles standard rooms for $86.11 are 300 square feet, for $97 they have deluxe rooms which are 400 square feet.
sexy06.7.07 - 4:05 pm
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You can always try your hand at bribing, sweet-talking or both in order to turn your Standard room into a Tower room.
It's worked for me.
And most of the people listed in the thread below.
Bribing Your Way to Luxury
Sexy, I don't pretend to understand your margarita comments, but I'll deff be drinkin' 'em.
Eric Hair06.7.07 - 4:59 pm
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At the end of a Margarita, they taste like toilet water.
I don't want to stay in the tower, I was just saying they have deluxe rooms with hundred feet more square footage. For a tip you can pay your way to the hotel, or yes Sweet talking always works for me. We once got a Cadalliac on a econ car rentail
sexy06.7.07 - 5:05 pm
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I just booked a deluxe room/non smoking/two queen beds at Terribles 702-733-7000 my confirmation # is 40W2BE they have notes that others will call for rooms and on check in day if we all come at the same time they can keep all the rooms close together.
Pedal Power06.7.07 - 6:39 pm
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I 'm planing to go! yes, i'm a comfort snob four to a room sounds good to me...Any openings???
bigsexxy06.7.07 - 10:38 pm
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Are there any other ladies that are coming.
I'm always down to represent the female population, I requested these days off and it's far in advanced that it will be a go.
My bike and I need a ride, and a room.
Thanks!!
feelingrandy06.7.07 - 10:55 pm
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bigsexxy i'm a comfort snob too, thats why i got the deluxe room. Only four to my room with two queen beds. Should i count a spot taken for you?
This is Tony BTW. The drunk that bought all the beers at tuesdays CM.
Pedal Power06.7.07 - 10:55 pm
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That's it!! I'm in.................. Any room for my trailer?
bigbikedan06.7.07 - 11:13 pm
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You bet there is. I will have my truck with my car trailer in tow too fit as many bikes as possible for the people getting rides with cars with no room for bikes. I plan on leaving on friday before noon to beat traffic.
Pedal Power06.7.07 - 11:25 pm
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OK I talked to Michelle the group cordinator at Terribles this morning. I asked if they offer group rates for 10-20 rooms. I don't know how many rooms we'll need but I thought it would be in this range.
She gave me a price of $74 per room. Nothing has been set yet. We'll have to call back and set it all up. I didn't get a lot of info from her but this would have to be done by the 22nd. I think that's what I got out of that.
cured106.8.07 - 9:29 am
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Don't forget me. I'm in and i need a ride and a room (comfort snob too).
brassknuckle06.8.07 - 9:29 am
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Eric since we are k town buddies do you think my bike and I can get a lift?
Tell me when and where to book a room and I will.
xo
feelingrandy06.8.07 - 10:20 am
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People in my room so far:
pedal power
bigsexxy?
brassknuckle
Pedal Power06.8.07 - 10:29 am
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yeah, like I already said, I'm in, but my bike and i need both a ride and a room.
FuzzBeast06.8.07 - 11:26 am
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I gotch ya Birthday Boy, just need to talk to Mr. Big (Joe Borfo) about the details. Consider yourself in. Happy Birthday.
sexy06.9.07 - 3:01 pm
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We've got your poor ass covered.
Just make sure you swallow.
Joe Borfo06.9.07 - 4:35 pm
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Randy, I'm riding with Kyber so he's calling the shots.
Kyber, where we at on filling up the car?
We're leaving before noon on Friday, keep that in mind anyone who wants a ride.
Seems to me everyone's staying at Terribles.
There's gotta be at least a room's worth of girls that want in on this trip. Looks like it's your job to find them. ; )
Eric Hair06.9.07 - 6:08 pm
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I also have a room at Terribles, with 2 of 4 spots left for those folks that need a "comfort" room.
Holler
Eric Hair06.9.07 - 6:11 pm
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LaHarr is taking my friend and I. So our bikes have a ride too.
I don't mind sharing rooms with boys. I'll figure out my room, as long as I have a ride, and nickels for the slots!!
feelingrandy06.9.07 - 6:14 pm
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Is anyone planning on riding to Vegas? I know that Dick Neptune (a founding member of Team Bearclaw) wanted to do that ride. Maybe this will give him company.
Jack? Anybody?
Team Bearclaw06.9.07 - 10:22 pm
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aye, someone lemme know who's got an opening for a room, I'm riding with kyber, but still need a place to sleep, floors are fine with me.
FuzzBeast06.10.07 - 3:38 am
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http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/europe/06/09/cyclists.naked.reut/index.html
Joe Borfo06.10.07 - 10:59 am
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Randy, in that case you're welcome to stay with us boys.
Tom, of course you're welcome too.
Eric Hair06.10.07 - 11:49 am
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this is going down on the second friday? dangit! I'm prolly gonna be doing the LA Midnight Ridazz... bummer.
have fun tho careful where you lock your bikes... Hayden and I locked our shit up WAY out of the way at the sands.... and security came through and basically flicked our bikes off the front of their building like a pieces of DIRT. scratched our shit up too and basically said "fuck you sue us" when we complained that they could have been nicer to the equipment while removing it.
Roadblock06.10.07 - 2:01 pm
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That's great, but I need room for one more. If there is a room open for two that would be perfect!
feelingrandy06.10.07 - 3:25 pm
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That would put us at 5 in the room, I guess we'll just have to see what the rooms look like. Like you said though, I wouldn't worry too much about it, we're not gonna turn our backs on any Ridazz.
Eric Hair06.10.07 - 4:30 pm
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I reservered a second room for stragglers, that come at the last minute. I made the suggestion before and I will make it again. Reserved a room at the current rate. They will only go up, if you can't use it, just cancel it 48 hours prior and your off the hook. It will be there in case you do need it
sexy06.11.07 - 12:40 am
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ok cool eric, I'll take you up on your offer... just email me when you guys want to meet to leave and shit like that....
damn typing in this splint is hard.
FuzzBeast06.11.07 - 2:56 am
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Kyber,
If you still have room, I would like a ride.
sexy06.11.07 - 9:57 am
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I'm down, I will see what other San Diego ridazz want to join.
LudiChrist06.11.07 - 10:12 am
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will be reserving my room today. I'll have room for whoever. my friend's seem to think it will be a sausage fest so they don't want to go.
That's right. There are no women in Las Vegas. Whatever, I'm going to ride.
cured106.11.07 - 10:55 am
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Eric,
Do they serve sauages at Battista's?
sexy06.11.07 - 11:35 am
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Hello.. although my name is Randy, I am of the female population.
Big Sexxy also female going.
We need more girl representation.
Like I promised I will be doing this ride in a dress.
<3
feelingrandy06.11.07 - 11:51 am
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yes Randy please. San Diego Ladies out-number the sausage levels, why can't we?
Joe Borfo06.11.07 - 12:59 pm
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From my experience with people from San Diego in general is that they are much more laid back and you don't get that whole L.A. attitude. The women down there are much more like the women I'm used to back East.
Why do I live in this town?
cured106.11.07 - 1:23 pm
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You bet your sweet buns they serve sausages.
Eric Hair06.11.07 - 1:47 pm
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If you are a AAA member be sure to show your card when you check in. They'll give you a 10% discount on your room.
cured106.12.07 - 12:51 pm
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Sweet deal with the AAA.
Since I have nearly stopped driving this will be the first useful thing AAA has provided me in nearly 2 years.
Hey Cured, was there any benefit to the group rooms thing?
Discount etc?
Eric Hair06.12.07 - 1:27 pm
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yeah I posted my findings several posts up. She quoted a group rate of $74 per room. I was not able to give her an exact room count so I said 10-20 rooms. This is a $5 discount I believe. we would have to call to have this group rate set up and then when people reserved their rooms they would say they are part of this group or something like that. I'm a bit of a social slug and not very good at these things.
I went ahead and reserved a room today. If we want to set up this group discount we would have to call michelle between 7-3.
cured106.12.07 - 1:50 pm
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Since it seems transpo & boarding is being taken care of, what about the actual RIDES?
My understanding was the original idea was the locals planning one night, and us tourists winging the other.
the reverend dak06.12.07 - 4:11 pm
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when is this thing going to be?.... i think i might be too young to have any 'fun' at vegas..
fixie70106.12.07 - 4:31 pm
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Hey guys,
Newbie Ridah here. I want nothing more than to join this Convention Ride in Vegas, but that may not happen for me. If I cant make it, will the L.A. Ridazz still meet here that Friday? Worlds slowest race got me hooked on these rides and CHRIST I needs me fix!
DeKadenzy06.12.07 - 10:02 pm
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this is just a warning. Today I received a call from Bank of America fraud services. Someone used my credit card today at Target in San Dimas. They ran up over $400 worth of stuff. The reason I'm putting this warning here is because I have only used this card twice in the past month. Once at Best Buy last week and then to reserve my room at Terribles yesterday. San Dimas is not exactly close to Vegas so chances are it is not some worker at the casino. The weird thing is that the person used my card at Target today and the card is still sitting in my wallet. I guess it's also likely that those stupid blank checks the credit card companies send could have made it to one of my neighbors mailbox and that's what was used at Target.
Something red flagged on this transaction and I'm thankful of that otherwise I may not have noticed until the bill came.
Just a warning.
cured106.13.07 - 11:07 am
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Hey DeKadenzy, glad to have another addict on the streets!
As far as I know, the LA Ridazz will still be riding.
Dak, I've emailed the LV local contact that routed the rides last year, but no word yet. He's a busy fellow, so I'll let you know. What about your local contact? I made up one ride last year by using google maps/sattelite...with little to no problems (always an option).
HahaMatt....any word on a route?
Eric Hair06.13.07 - 7:11 pm
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YaYs!!! Thanks Eric for replying. Wheels' ya later.
DeKadenzy06.14.07 - 9:24 am
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...we can't stop here... this is bat country...
FuzzBeast06.19.07 - 3:34 pm
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Hey guys,
Wonderdave here (part of Sins and Sprockets)...I know I'm catching onto this train kinda late....but 2 of us thinking of joining you guys. (was planning on a Vegas trip that Monday/Tuesday) so might just go with you guys first then stay.
First, is there still room--hotel room/bike room
Also, just to let you know, Crespin and I stayed at Terrible's a while ago...and it lived up to it's name and more. A room that smelled like someone or something had died....uncomfortable bed, a buffet that I wouldn't even want to get near. Maybe one of the worst hotels I'd ever stayed in.
Just some personal experience in case that matters to anyone.
dav72506.20.07 - 3:56 pm
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Sorry the hotel I suggested was so bad. A friend of mind stayed there and really liked it. If anybody want to move to another hotel, you can still cancel the reservation 48 hours prior. I'm still staying there. If you read back, we narrowed it down between Terribles, Casino Royal and Saharn. Look forward to seeing you guys there.
sexy06.20.07 - 4:16 pm
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As a guy who has slept on overpasses and sidewalks on numerous occasions, I don't think this place will bother me too much. But we appreciate the input as others might be turned off!
kyber06.20.07 - 4:23 pm
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Not trying to change or mess with any plans....just wanted to give you more info....3 of us stayed there and all thought it was...well, terrible....we had them change our room 3 times and each one still smelled bad. We actually just wrote off the money we had paid for the second night and found another place to stay.
dav72506.20.07 - 4:24 pm
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Terrible's sounds even better now.
Anyway, I'm sure Sexy's bringing potpourri.
If not, I'll treat.
Eric Hair06.20.07 - 7:26 pm
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Yeah, I remember the charm of the place being that you could wake up at any hour btwn 2 and 5 a.m., just open the drapes and let the yellow hallogen lights from the parkig lot in; if you were out of matches or no lighter you could ask any of the meth heads hanging out by your window. It'll be fine, most of us will be sleeping in sleeping bags or something right? The pool is a decent size and I think there are at least two jacuzzis. Hell, we won't be in the rooms that much will we?
onyurmark06.20.07 - 7:41 pm
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Hey, so we're seriously considering this. I've been reading this thread....but it is a longass one. Can anyone just sort of sum up what the plans are at this point.
Leaving when?
Is there room for more bikes?
Who do we talk to about reserving room for our bikes?
Anyone still looking to carpool?
Anyone with space in their room?
Is there a specific ride planned in LV or just general mayhem?
Coming back when?
We might try to recruit a few more people as this sounds like a blast!
dav72506.20.07 - 8:00 pm
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Leaving when?
Friday July 13 - July 15 | Riding both nights. Possibly winging the routes. Room for day rides? Oh yes (but it's over 100 degrees)
Is there room for more bikes?
Everyone seems to be taking care of their own, meaning we are not gonna have a group haul for the bikes. Some folks are taking trucks, maybe talk to them.
Who do we talk to about reserving room for our bikes?
Bike racks on CL are like $20...if all else fails. (good thing to have)
Anyone still looking to carpool?
ANYONE!!?? Answer the man.
Eric Hair06.20.07 - 8:10 pm
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looks as if Sexy is needing a ride with room for the bike.
I reserved two rooms. 420 la Har is taking one
I have the other one, looks like I'm going to need a hotel mate most possibly. Is the borfo going, don't know? If so, it him and Rev Dak in my room. I would like the Borfo to come with us.. I really, really would.
I mean, I really really really want the Borfo to come along, OH YEAH!
What about the Manidingo? Is my main libation partner coming?
I hope so.
Riding during the day sound like a bad idea to me, I like the idea of sleeping by the pool, instead and raising hell in the evening, like we do so well.
Danny Long beach talk of riding to Hoover Dam, don't know if he is still interested in doing so, only he can speak for himself.
where are those that are not going to stay at the terrible's plan on staying?
sexy06.20.07 - 9:16 pm
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Great,
The rooms sound terrific. I hope you are wrong. My friend who has stayed there, is kinda of a snob about that kinda of stuff, but if you are right, we know where we can get a light, in the wee hours of the morning If it is true, that means they won't give us no grief for what we like to do.
I'm now bringing better then the potpourri, I'm bring the positive ion/ozone producing, Ecoquest living air XL-15C, It will kill any bad odors the room has. I have two, if anyone wants to borrow one for the trip and return it to my house. They are heavy. Too heavy to carry by bicycle.
sexy06.20.07 - 10:21 pm
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Hey i'm coming in late to this thread but if i want to get down on a room how are we going about it?
richtotheie06.20.07 - 10:47 pm
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I just read a gang of reviews on Terrible's hotel.
90% positive, 10% horrible.
People went back and fourth on the service.
It sounds as if it might be a great place to stay if you like to smoke.
I reserved for the older garden rooms, but from the reviews, the tower might sound like the place to stay, since it is newer.
Lot of great reviews and them some horror stories.
I would read the reviews, and tell us what you think.
I don't know for sure, only suggested it off of a friend who has stayed there.
sexy06.21.07 - 1:43 am
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I really don't care about the rooms as long as there aren't crackheads IN there when I check in.
I've stayed in 5 star hotels in Santa Monica and on Madison Ave in NYC....I've also slept on sidewalks, in parks, and other public places. I've had the best and worst, as long as there's a roof over my head, I'd say that that's usually a bonus.
kyber06.21.07 - 8:43 am
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Like kyber says, smokin 5 stars to your dome while in Rome, just doesn't compete with concrete. WERD
Richietothee (spelling?) -
Everyone is staying at the, decidedly FABULOUS, ion smokin crack zone of Terrible's on Paradise. Seriously, it sounds great. Book a room and book your friends.
To add to the creature comforts of Sexy's ionizers, I will be bringing a shit ton of Noahs bagels, a toaster and maybe someone can bring creamcheese... Trust me, it's awesome.
Eric Hair06.21.07 - 7:14 pm
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So about 11 people from San Diego are driving up. Most will be staying on the strip at Polo Towers. It's a timeshare place that I got a good deal threw a friend that works their. We got two suites. Eachsuite has 2 bedrooms and a kitchen! We will have some floor space if somebody needs a place to crash. We will only be staying one night(leave sometime on Saturday) so hopefully the main ride is Friday night!
Hell Yeah!
LudiChrist06.22.07 - 3:25 pm
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I talked to the LV Ridazz yesterday and things look good. Flyers and spoke cards are almost done. Routes are in motion and people are ready to ride. They're takin good care of us.
Many thanks Matt.
Eric Hair06.22.07 - 4:12 pm
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We will have most fun most on Friday night. Sorry San Diego, can't stay til Sunday, It will be blast, sound like you are going to be living in luxary. email if you want my phone number to stay connected.
I need the eric hairs number too
nowarbikeride@yahoo.com
sexy06.22.07 - 8:44 pm
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The ride page is updated.
Lemme know if I forgot anything.
Eric Hair06.24.07 - 4:19 pm
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you "could" make the text a readable size...
FuzzBeast06.24.07 - 7:21 pm
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That's weird...looked ok on my other 'puter.
Better now?
Eric Hair06.24.07 - 10:20 pm
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anyone have any and in on a place to stay i got money and i dont need anything fancy.
cheers.
bergs06.25.07 - 12:32 pm
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Hey Bergs, I started a LV roompool/carpool thread since the LV thread is pretty long and choppy. Repost your question, I know just from talking to people that there's others out there in the same boat. There's even some posts in this thread.
werd
Eric Hair06.25.07 - 2:39 pm
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Pedal Power
How is the trailer conversion coming along. I know you had "'The Lets Rig Up the Trailer Crew" helping you on this. How far did you all go?
sexy06.26.07 - 10:21 am
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Everyone seemed to be finding bike transportation on their own so the trailer has been deemed unnecesary. HOORAH!!
Eric Hair06.26.07 - 11:03 am
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Ok, So I know someone said I could stay with and I don't remember who it was. I know I'm riding with Brendan, but I would like to confirm I am staying with someone... and find out how much this is going to cost me....
FuzzBeast06.27.07 - 2:48 am
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fuzzbeast
you're in a room with eric, myself, and randy.
Gas for my car should run about 25 bucks per person round trip.
kyber06.27.07 - 3:06 am
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ok, cool, how much did the room work out to?
FuzzBeast06.27.07 - 3:16 am
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You'll have to ask eric about that, cause i'm not sure.
kyber06.27.07 - 10:07 am
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RIDE UPDATE
For those who want to throw some competition into the weekend mix, there will also be sprints with cash & sponsored prizes. WOOHOO!
$2 entry fee for sprints.
LVRidazz is coming through in a big way, get in on the action!!
Eric Hair06.27.07 - 11:35 am
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the cubbies are coming to vegas!
there will be poop on your face and peanuts on your penis!
plus the reputable, but equivocal and nutritious, cubbie treats!
meandmybluebike06.27.07 - 6:57 pm
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fuck, i want to do this! i'm not sure which night i'll have off, plus my license is suspended and my truck's registration is expired. very sketchy, but i want to go!
dave c06.28.07 - 12:36 am
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Sexy, I have been on a road trip L.A. to Vancouver,BC. In Portland,Oregon now on my way back to L.A. Going riding with some friends that live in portland the next couple of days. I will be back for the sat. night rave ride. It looks like everybody has a handle on getting there bikes to Vegas. I will be driving my truck instead of my car. I think bigbikedan will be with me and as well as brassknuckle. Let me know if you need a lift to vegas with your bike.
Pedal Power06.28.07 - 1:41 am
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Yea I would appreciate a ride with you. What are you doing for a room?
When do you want to leave. I was thinking Friday morning/afternoon.
Email me bigbikedan@yahoo.com
Sexy might need a ride too. He will talk to you this weekend.
Are you going to be at the party Sunday.
bigbikedan06.29.07 - 11:07 am
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i still need a place to stay :( so if anyone wants to let me stay with them let me know... brendan im still riding with you right
forte06.29.07 - 5:24 pm
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FORTE ########
Franz said you were rolling with us...We are renting a van to drive / sleep / party in... Let me know if you are in, you'd be #7 or so..
YEEHAW *************
SKIDMARCUS06.29.07 - 6:23 pm
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dude im so in for that. that sounds like fun... so is that confirmed?
send me your # through myspace so you can give me more details (mine myspace.com/saltwaterrobot ) yay im excited!!!!
forte06.29.07 - 6:31 pm
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No myspace...
MarcusGetsEmail@Yahoo.com
...
If anyone else has a ride
but doesnt want to get a regular hotel...
...
......! LETS CIRCLE THE WAGONZZ !......
=========can't you see it?=========
...-------20 cars in a huge circle-------...
...--------100 ridazz . 100 bikes--------...
...--------------and a bonfire-------------...
...--------------in the desert--------------...
--------------LOUD AS FUCK--------------
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==========!!! WHO'S IN? !!!==========
...
or Motel Six. Hahahaaha
SKIDMARCUS06.29.07 - 7:25 pm
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i sent you an email with my number. im super stoked!!! its like 2 weeks away or sonething ...yay
forte06.30.07 - 6:10 pm
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The weather looks like it is going to be brutal during the day.
When are you driving there? What time of the day? How will your car handle the heat, with the passengers and the cargo? Give this some thought.
The rooms at terrible are $64 and $75 for Thursday. Pedal Power, would it be better to go up on Thursday night. That way we can sleep friday away and be ready for the evening. They are cheaper at other places, but remember the loading and unloading of the bikes. BBD's sound system. I know your truck set up, but one of my friends who is skinny and may/would (this is up to you) be sitting in the back with me, might need a ride. Let me know. Shoot me your telephone number to nowarbikeride@yahoo.com.
It going to be in the low 80's in the evening. Sounds like a night owls dream weekend. Sleep in the ac room in the day and party in the evening. Lookig forward to this. Looking forward to meeting all these vegas Riders. FUN FUN FUN
sexy07.5.07 - 2:00 pm
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temperatures around here are pretty high right now. if it stays this way, we've got 110-115 in the day and still in the 90's at night.
hot hot hot.
sanserif07.5.07 - 6:46 pm
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I dont know about everyone else, but I think we still have a lot of details to work out for this trip.
Like:
-departure time from LA
-caravaning vs. meeting up in LV
-finalizing and confirming spaces in cars/rooms
-return time to LA on sunday
-drivers: as sexy said, make sure your car is in good working order BEFORE you leave. it'd be pretty shitty to find out you needed your oil changed/more water after your shit breaks down in the middle of nowhere.
I recommend taking care of these things now, so that when the unforseen things begin happening (and they will) we will be able to handle them without incident.
This is all just a thought, of course.
kyber07.6.07 - 8:43 am
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"What Happens in Vegas, Stays in Vegas"
Lets all keep quite on this board about what happen on Saturday night, until the smoke clears and everybody is off the hook.
Much love to all that came to LV from LA, SD & SF. Thanks to all the Vegas people for the "bike love". Ben Gay for the Pool Party Friday night, even though I didn't get to go to.
F.U. to the heat
sexy07.15.07 - 11:02 pm
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Chill with heat induced blowouts.
kyber07.15.07 - 11:31 pm
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Freakin Awesome VEGASSSSSS
I want to post some pics...
there are cuffs in them. Cool with ya'll?
:D
richtotheie07.16.07 - 1:41 am
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here's mine from fri and the start of saturday. I didnt have my camera out on much of the ride so I didnt get too many stills from sat night
http://www.flickr.com/photos/fuzzbeast/sets/72157600845269535/
I'll post a few here as well.
FuzzBeast07.16.07 - 2:01 am
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holy fuck you guys look SEXY nice photos fuzz.
Roadblock07.16.07 - 2:09 am
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Rich,
Use good judgement. You might want to check with the people in them before you post them. Call me and I'll give you the number if you don't know them.
sexy07.16.07 - 2:12 am
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will someone email me and clue me in! what the heck went down? some of you fuckers got arrested??
Roadblock07.16.07 - 2:14 am
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None of your business
sexy07.16.07 - 2:56 am
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Vegas Baby, Vegas was absolutely Fantabulous in every possible way begining with the sweltering fire like heat .. stashing bikes inside rooms at Terribles...delicious amounts of sweet coco and rum + Tecate...Riding at night ....meeting greeting and riding with the Vegas Locals....hitting up the strip on bikes during the day and at night....ridiing through traffic and night...hiting up the LV Walgreens and Sunshine Market...buying endless amts. of water, electrolyte beverages...never going to sleep...not having to wait for the morning to rise.....swimming swimming swimming...being knocked of floaties by Dingo...Jessica visiting L V everyone ...riding in malls and being smiled at by security guards when I said Vegas Baby Vegas, instead of being told of...The Players Club....lots of love....meeting Kaylee....
KataCyklsLA2NY07.16.07 - 3:10 am
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what happens in vegas STAYS IN VEGAS...
420LaHaRR07.16.07 - 10:22 am
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Um, which one of you fuckers planted this in my backpack!!?!??$((U@
At least they're clean...or not apparently dirty haha
richtotheie07.16.07 - 2:56 pm
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I got the contact of our new vegas friends
"thelittlegirlthatcould" her myspace is myspace.com/mskbauer
and
"Dr.cycle", the guy on the motorcycle from Saturday night
he said his myspace is" joseaudres", but I couldn't locate it.
I have his digits, if anybody ever needs him or his services (yikes)
sexy07.16.07 - 3:08 pm
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My cellphone that took a swim in the pool is back on, It Alive and well.
Thanks to all of you that looked for me Saturday night, and those of you in LA that sent your well wishes. I love those short you where wearing.
sexy07.16.07 - 3:10 pm
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I managed to lose the battery charger for my camera, which Is odd, because I don't even remember seeing it the entire trip, and i never used it.
Anyway, if anyone saw it/has it/whatever, lemme know. I ordered a replacement, but whatever.
FuzzBeast07.16.07 - 3:19 pm
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I thought we agreed to change her title to, "the woman who could do whatever she damn well pleases" ;-).....
-hope you got home OK
420LaHaRR07.16.07 - 3:21 pm
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BBD, I've got your banner. Will bring it to this weekend's rides.
also...is anyone missing some luggage (after unloading last night there was an extra bag in the back of my truck) describe it and its contents in some detail and it's yours. email: jaunedi@yahoo.com
420LaHaRR07.16.07 - 3:27 pm
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Can anyone explain this picture?
I'd love to know why this mystery person is trying to rip my nose off.
Who belongs to that arm?
kyber07.16.07 - 5:22 pm
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That's Kaylees (sorry if i mispelled)
:D
SHE GOT YOUR NOSE!! BRUU HAHAHA
richtotheie07.16.07 - 5:24 pm
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Thanks. I guess that's one reason why my nose hurts so much...
kyber07.16.07 - 5:30 pm
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augh! my lips hurt real bad!
...so not extreme.
FuzzBeast07.16.07 - 7:41 pm
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VEGAS GUYS ARE AWESOME!!!
they sport some of the shortest and the tightest shorts i have ever seen on a guy, or girl... with the exception of antonio, of course.
James from Vegas! I can't wait to see your new bike! Come to LA!
Ben's coming to town for Daft Punk next week. if anyone has his info, we should take him out to thank him for the you-know-what!
meandmybluebike07.16.07 - 8:02 pm
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OH thank you so much! As soon as this dirty thing is cleaned up i promise pix and a visit soon there after!
So Sat night a group of the San Diego kids came by my pool for a late night swim. OH and yea the sun was cumin up. SO much fun! Glad to have met everyone!
JW -- Vegas
JamesSykes7807.16.07 - 10:29 pm
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Awesome pics on this ride! Looks like a good time had by one and all. Did anyone do the wagon-circle-fire-in-the-middle camping thing? Any reports on day time action?
User107.16.07 - 10:51 pm
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what a trip.... no pictures came up from bens house. or are the to explict. just wondering.... on a side note i had to change my name it seems after this trip mongoose is sticking better than forte... thanks alot dingo. hiss hiss
mongoose07.17.07 - 1:45 am
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sexy, its myspace.com/joseandres
everyone add me
it was great hanging out with all of you i cant wait to ride with you all at your home
Drcycle07.17.07 - 2:31 am
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I guess of all the LV, LA and SD people, I got to be the lone IE guy in the bunch.
Sure enough, I felt like I was definetely part of something big for the first time(not trying to be overly-dramatic).
Everyone there was cool and full of energy.
I'm so glad that I didn't immediately return to my truck after my workout.
As for next time, I'm thinking I should utilize a daycab with a '28 foot trailer to ferry over bikes and supplies.
Maybe even convert my SC-1 recumbent into the "music bike".
bentstrider07.17.07 - 9:04 pm
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What a Terrible time! Cheers to the Posse.! I'm glad we didn't melt. Shame on all the foolish souls who missed out on the Vegas madness. Suckazz.
slimegreen07.17.07 - 9:23 pm
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Mongoose, forte, Kalie
I think your name Kalie fits you well, thats what we all know you as, I don't think I will call you Mongoose or Forte. You are wonderful addition to the crew, I really enjoy having you around. If I was to give you a name, which I haven't but sometimes refer to you as, well it would be
......................................................................................................
sexy07.17.07 - 10:01 pm
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mongoose is a pretty rough name.
even if dingo thinks 'kyber' is hella lame.
but that's ok, cause he has no idea how sexy my handle really is.
kyber07.17.07 - 10:06 pm
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Awesome ride/trip/whatever folks. Y'all rule!
Next long distance ridazz should take us South Of The Border.
Wooohoooo!
Eric Hair07.18.07 - 3:47 pm
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yea man, Rosarito-Ensenada, Mexico. Sep 30!!
I went last april and i know at least 10 other ridazz were there. probably more than that. Some Cubzz are already talking of going...
LONG DISTANCE RIDAZZ!!!
SKIDMARCUS07.19.07 - 11:48 am
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I'm game, let's get those wheels moving.
Long Distance Ridazz = Ridaaaaaaaaaaaaaaazz = LDZ
WOOT!
Eric Hair07.19.07 - 2:50 pm
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Great Idea Mar-Cus, riding South of the border would be awesome. Let's Do It !
KataCyklsLA2NY07.19.07 - 2:57 pm
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aye, bit we have an option here, Rosarita Ensenata, which happens twice a year, OR, San Francisco, for the one time only 15 year anniversary of Critical Mass?
FuzzBeast07.20.07 - 4:09 am
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i just uploaded my vegas polaroids, but some of them wouldn't upload. thanks again, everyone, for an awesome time!
meandmybluebike08.29.07 - 3:50 pm
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if any of you witnessed what happen on Saturday night with Me, please write a letter of your account to the District Attorney of Clark county
address it to
Office of the District Attorney
200 Lewis Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89101
Fuzzbeast wrote a great letter already, contact him to see what he wrote. I tried to get a hold of annie and randy, already, don't know if you got the message or not. This will help to make possibly make this mess go away. Send them to my email at bigbikedan@yahoo.com, So I can take them with me tommorrow. Please sign with your full name, address and phone number
bigbikedan08.29.07 - 5:30 pm
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bbd:
i witnessed the tail end of the dispute and definitely witnessed that old man's hostility. if you feel this will still help, then expect a letter soon.
meandmybluebike08.29.07 - 7:18 pm
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Damn, I never knew things escalated to that level.
But, then again, I was somewhere in New Mexico on the 14th doing my usual duty.
Hopefully, the crotchety puke shuts the fuck up and this thing gets thrown out.
bentstrider08.30.07 - 12:12 am
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all accounts of the incident will bring light to the truth of what happen that evening. Its 5am and we are going in at 7:30am. It might be too late for today, but might be needed in the future. So please do write a letter.
bigbikedan08.30.07 - 5:02 am
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Very good news, The DA has not filed charges. Most likely, charges will never materialize. Thank you all for your help and efforts. Letter may still be used, to seek justice from the perpetrator in the car who committed crimes againist the Ridazz of that evening.
sexy08.31.07 - 5:17 am
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why not do it the week of interbike? sep 26-28th
could possibly get a thousand+ if u get/ sneak in and spread the word. not to mention interbike is like mecca of the bicycle community.
god i want to go this year so bad..
nw09.10.07 - 11:26 pm
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nevermind, i didn't notice how old this thread was..
nw09.10.07 - 11:29 pm
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I've been talking to a co-worker, and I need to ride in vegas before it gets too hot.
spiraldemon03.20.08 - 10:34 am
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oh come on man, lets go in August when it is unbearable.
sexy03.20.08 - 10:49 am
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what do you think the weather will be like this years. It got hot a couple of days in the valley, but it been unusally cooler then normal. Do you think it will break into strong heat?
sexy03.20.08 - 10:52 am
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I've been to Amsterdan, sicily, Salton Sea, and even Tokyo but I yet to go to Freaken Vegas....Lets GOOOOOOOOO!
skano03.20.08 - 11:12 am
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I just got to Vegas and have only seen 2 people on bikes so far. 1 was a commuter, 1 was a casino security guard.
stevo403.20.08 - 11:34 am
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AHHHH I'VE NEVER BIKED IN VEGAS LET'S GO AGAIN.
markedge03.20.08 - 11:35 am
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Steve0
If you got your bike, go on the las vegas critical mass, myspace and tell them you are there. They might come out just to ride with you. Supercool kids in Vegas. What do you expect they ride bikes. They even got a Tren Way guy out there.
sexy03.20.08 - 11:37 am
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Stevo,
We have Tren Way in Vegas! Aaron lives there and he does LVCM! You should go!!
mixtemotions03.20.08 - 11:48 am
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In retrospect, I saw alot of you guys there and in alot of the pictures I took that one night.
Didn't know who you were then, now I talk to y'all like everyday people.
bentstrider03.20.08 - 12:06 pm
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Thanks Sexy. Great idea. I have now sent Aaron a message (thanks Stephanie) but i notice on his myspace page that LVCM is the last Friday of the month and i'm only here through Saturday. Waaah. Maybe there is some other ride happening tomorrow night. We'll see. My Brother-in-law has 2 bikes so maybe i can drag his ass out with me.
Latest count: 7 mountain bikes, 1 low rider type bike and zero road bikes.
stevo403.20.08 - 3:41 pm
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From what I understand, unless you close to the tourist district, you don't ride your bike into work. The majority of residences living in Las Vegas live in the outlaying suburbs and don't hang around the tourist district. If you went out into the suburbs, you might see a different picture.
sexy03.20.08 - 4:28 pm
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A Vegas trip sounds good soon. It is going to get hot, quickly. I lived in Vegas for 10 years and biking was not something you would see commonly. Only time you would see bikers on a common basis is while riding up to and through Red Rock Canyon (Which is a great ride).
Most of us out there ride bmx and spend the majority of out time in the desert building dirt vert jumps. Hitting the dirt trails through Red Rock was also a favorite past time.
The roads out there are great to ride on though. They have large lanes with large emergency lanes for us to ride in. The roads are also better maintained than here in LA.
If there is a Vegas trip in the works, I have a few good routes we can take. A few scenic and a few touristy hittin the strip type of rides.
Rogue Rida03.21.08 - 10:05 am
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YAY!! The thread is alive again!!!!!!!!
"oh come on man, lets go in August when it is unbearable."
Bees in my bonnet and bees on my bicycle, THAT is a good idea SEXY!!
Eric Hair03.21.08 - 11:12 am
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How do you have the talent, that no matter what you do or what you say, it puts a smile on my face.
Even your monster truck makes me happy!
sexy03.21.08 - 11:17 am
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The only riding i was able to do during my 3 day stay in Vegas --->
Bike count total: 9
stevo403.21.08 - 6:48 pm
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I remember going there for the first time without parents in 2005.
We mainly drove and walked around there and didn't really enjoy it as much.
Fast-forward to 2007 and I hit the strip for the first time, on two-wheels.
Some people go there to lose money, other's to see a show, or two, or three.
I just enjoyed sailing through the never-ending crawl that is Vegas-Downtown-Traffic, every chance I got.
bentstrider03.21.08 - 7:00 pm
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Vegas kicked ass the first time around, another Sinful weekend would do more justice!!
bump.
bentstrider12.1.08 - 3:47 am
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In time to come we will journey back to that part of the desert!
sexy12.1.08 - 9:38 am
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wooohooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!
the first time we went it was around this time of year, and it was f'in freezing, literaly; the fountains were frozen!!!
i'm game if we do it again........more camping this time, less strip, more stripping, etc.
Eric Hair12.1.08 - 11:03 am
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Ridazz Roulette!
Lets use the next four day weekend 
Pool Party!
AHHH your so HOT meandmybluebike