2nd Annual All City Toy Ride
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deesimple at 11.20.07 - 1:38 am
Thirty nine rides ago M.R . took over the streets of L.A. The riding cheer will spread once more.
Calling all Midnight Ridazz, Critical Masses, Casual Suspects, Chopercabras, Sins&Sprockets, Tren Ways, Armadillos ,LA Wheelmen, Cooks, Ovens, Bikerowavers, Ragnors, Librarians, Vikings, cyclists, urban assault bikers, bmx bikers, fixxies and weird tricycleandemmacollapsiggy bikes:
Once again , lets join one of the most important Midnight Ridazz rides of the year.
The 2nd Annual Midnight Ridazz All City Toy Ride
Fri Dec 14th 2007
Free Beer, DJ, Bands
For this ride we ask that all participants bring one new un-wrapped toy/gift valued between $5-$25.
Toys will be donated to charity.
MORE DETAILS TO COME..SOON..WE PROMISE..
ALL CITY. You know how Midnight Ridazz does it. From the Valley to the SGV to Long Beach to the south side to West Los to East Los. We ride all city on this night for the kids.
Routes :in the works
San FernandoValley (North Hollywood):
North East Los Angeles (Highland Park):
Pasadena (Connects with Highland Park Ridazz):
East Hollywood
West Los Angeles
South Los Angeles/Long Beach:
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As of now we have confirmed volunteers for :
Hollywood/E Hollywood
NELA
Valley(N Hollywood)
LBC-Long Beach
No confirmation for:
Pasadena (Connects with Highland Park Ridazz)
Need Volunteers for:
West Los Angeles -Westsiders,where you at? Bikerowave,CUBCAMP
San Gabriel?
Confirmed :
Food Vendor
DJ
Bands
Free Beer
If you are volunteering to head up the rides.
Let us know if you want to do your own spoke card.
We should have some funds to aid with the costs after getting the beer.
User1 may have found us a kick ass spot.Still confirming.
deesimple11.20.07 - 1:55 am
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Let's do this!!!
eric11.20.07 - 9:45 am
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WESTSIDERS!!_I am glad to help organize this for the Westside.
I was already thinking about this...I plan to bring a $5-$10 bike from Goodwill, a kids bike. Given the amount of time we can figure out how to carry them. Backpack, racks, ? Who's in?
SKIDMARCUS11.20.07 - 10:04 am
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WHICH THREAD IS THE RIGHT THREAD?
dave c11.20.07 - 10:48 am
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are we rollin with the
DCFS again? do they have restrictions on what type of toys they accept?
I can't wait for Ridazz to go ALL CITY again !!!
trickmilla11.20.07 - 10:59 am
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Paging Dee,
I left you a message to call me. Let's not let this go to tomorrow cause we'll be waiting another week then.
User111.20.07 - 1:53 pm
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user1
mailed the documnet to you..go there and handle it.Makes proud
deesimple11.20.07 - 3:30 pm
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We were working on giving the toys to the "Spark Of Life" holiday toy program.
This is thru the LAFD , we would have to behave for a few minutes when they arrive to collect.
This is unless someone has another cause which would greater benefit.By all means let us know.
Thanks
deesimple11.20.07 - 3:43 pm
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Marcus--
Cool , the Westside , handle it .We would like to follow last year's pattern in which we kept the ride shorter than usual since people have to carry gifts and we will usually get newbie ridazz.
Culver City trader Joe's would be a good option.
We'll put you down to come thru on this.
Thanks..
Hit me up with your email.Let us know if you will be doing your own spoke cards or wants us to help you out.
Eric has da hookup and can help us print them if we settle on it ASAP
Ridazz..can you feel the spirit..the something??
Riding Deep...
Pass the word of mouth
deesimple11.20.07 - 3:55 pm
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Im gonna keep the post up top..Come on Ridazz..Lets concentrate on rolling deep for DEC ride...Make this your priority post.
Why do you wanna read sexy's rant and raves?
Cats and kittens and knittens.?
We will return to normal after the 14th .Afterwards you can read Borfo's insight to issues
and FUNDERSTORM oversize font comments.
Lets do this
deesimple11.20.07 - 5:11 pm
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Knittens will be doing his own ride this winter season, to bring toys, sweaters. and treats to the animal locked away in the pounds. We are also looking for people to take all the "locked down" kitty's and doggy's out of animal jail, to save them from the death needle.
We will be doing a all city animal shelter (stupid euphemisms) ride to all the animal prison. More info coming soon.
Tobby, are you down for helping?
Knittens11.20.07 - 5:26 pm
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Booked the Tamales today.
They will have Tamales, Beans, Rice, and Champurado, and water.
Veggie/vegan friendly with somethin for the carne lovazz too.
We found this vendor through
Mama's Hot Tamales. This is the same family that hooked it up for the Ride Arc Anniversary ride/party a few months back.
trickmilla11.20.07 - 5:43 pm
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Check your Hotmail Dee.
Can anyone put me in contact w/ Russell (PC)?
Cody11.20.07 - 6:08 pm
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Yo Dee,
The proposal letter was sent out earlier via email. I left a message by phone for them to check there in box in the morning. Hopefully they will review this at their Wednesday meeting.
Time to sit and wait for the reply.
I got me rabbit's foot in me pocket for good luck!
PS I'll send you a copy of the letter.
User111.20.07 - 11:43 pm
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Cody: peeeeceeee at yahoo dot calm.
PC11.20.07 - 11:57 pm
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I'm up for putting together the Pasadena to Highland Park route.
I'm thinking of adding one stop and about a mile of riding to last year's route to make it a bit more social.
NixonTwin11.21.07 - 8:50 am
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i am planning a ride to watch fellow SINS and SPROCKETS Zack and Garrett's band MURDER on the MOON play their first show the night of the toy ride. anyone who wants to join us we will be riding to the toy ride after.
meet @ the chinatown metro @ 8 ride @ 9. the show is at 10. $8 cover, but if we bring 25 RIDERS THEN COVER IS ONLY $4!!
Charlie11.21.07 - 11:54 am
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forgot to mention: thy are playing at El Cid on sunset.
Charlie11.21.07 - 11:55 am
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Well this blows big time!!
I'm sorry to be the bearer of such news, but Farmlab won't be able to collaborate on this year's drive...
For whatever it's worth, we do all wish you a great night, and thank you all again for taking on such a wonderful project...
Hope to see you some Friday, or otherwise....
Best,
Jeremy
User111.21.07 - 1:50 pm
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And that area was supposedly public space designated by farmlab.
User111.21.07 - 1:51 pm
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I guess they've got their own Core Elite public to cater to.
PC11.21.07 - 2:01 pm
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Well I sent a message to see if they can reconsider or if we could work on something that would meet their approval.
Man I thought this was a prefect fit too.
User111.21.07 - 2:23 pm
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I wanted to do this so bad last year but I left the night before to visit my family in florida.
This year I am SO down for this.
I am willing to make this fucker the All COunty ride... I'm gonna ride from the very east end of the county, in Claremont, if anyone else in the area is down? we can meet with another group, say pasadena or whatever.
I know there's others down for the ride... tern i know you are.
anyone else?
sc_nomad? 'strider? any of the 'nauts?
FuzzBeast11.21.07 - 3:22 pm
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OHHH man .Lets put our efforts into getting the spot to host.
Please let us know of any solid lead for a spot that would let us host.
I 'll start roaming and asking different places.
This is fucked up since the spot dictates the routes.
I'll call last years place.
deesimple11.21.07 - 3:48 pm
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user1- they did not approve it or were they booked??Do you know?
deesimple11.21.07 - 3:51 pm
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Dee,
That was their exact wording. That's all there was. I asked if they could reconsider, but no reply yet. I assume it won't be till Monday at the earliest. It would have been nice to at least address the problems they may have with this.
User111.21.07 - 5:17 pm
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Sounds like a brushoff. If there were some specific hangup, like it was already booked, they would have said so, don't you think?
PC11.22.07 - 5:16 am
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Start Brainstorming folks... We need a location - somewhat central to downtown...
Joe Borfo11.22.07 - 1:02 pm
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To me it leaves the door open to try again next year, but I wanted to do it THIS year. We may have something better next year, then again, probably not :(
I'm still holding out hope that something can happen. It would be nice to see them actually put their words to use.
What is Farmlab?
User111.22.07 - 4:06 pm
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WTF..We are not done yet..We are gonna get a plce..youll see.
We are fucken riding on Dec 14th.
deesimple11.22.07 - 8:40 pm
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Just an idea:
If the 14th is not close to any chance of rain, what do you think about inside the LA River?
Joe Borfo11.22.07 - 9:01 pm
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@fuzzbeast
This is a great ride idea, indeed.
Provided I'm able to get at least Friday night off, I could more than likely do it, and bring a few others with me from the High Plains.
As far as gifts, toys, etc., I'll figure something out.
But remember, this will be one, big "IF" for me if I could get down there.
The company was too understaffed this weekend for me to go down to this weekend's, CruzWithUs.
bentstrider11.22.07 - 9:30 pm
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Gorilla style could work, but we'll need a generator. LA River is definitely a possibility. I'm wondering how responsive Sci Arc would be? I kinda like the idea of being outdoors though. Also asking Alex from Ride Arc could be a possibility. He might have something in mind. Talking to the folks at the Brewery is another one.
User111.22.07 - 9:44 pm
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Yes, I'm sure the agency collecting the gifts will just love the idea of doing it at a guerilla-style gathering at the LA River.
PC11.22.07 - 9:50 pm
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Man don't be wreakin our party!!
We thought of that!
User111.22.07 - 10:26 pm
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please remember that we have bands and dj and food vendors that would stnd to loose if we end up getting pulled out from the river..
Brewery sounds good.Im also hitting some spot on Friday..
Lets shoot for a place where we can just party and not worru about getting kicked out..
deesimple11.22.07 - 11:02 pm
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Well,
Just wanted to let you guys know that maybe the bands will not be able to come thru.
They have gigs on that night.....
whaT ELSE..
deesimple11.23.07 - 1:15 pm
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Both bands?
Really I didn't mind just having DJs last year, but if we do or don't have bands, it's not going to be a biggy for me. It would be nice to see Dingo's band play though. I haven't seen them yet.
Dee are you contacting the Brewery or shall I have the honors?
User111.23.07 - 1:41 pm
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my brothers band is playing earlier that night, but might be interested in playing the toy ride also.
murder on the moon is on our myspace top friends.
Charlie11.23.07 - 4:29 pm
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We need more Brain Stormers on this!
User111.24.07 - 4:42 pm
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No the other one will confirm soon.
These guys a re a treat.They 've played in Europe,Japan,etc..
Serious..they get the party going....
Need the fucken spot......
deesimple11.24.07 - 8:46 pm
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Tomorrow Im gonna hit Self Help Graphics and last years place.Im also making a list of places im gonna hit and talk to whoever manages or owns it.
deesimple11.24.07 - 8:58 pm
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Last year's ride/party was awesome. I can't wait for this years.
Iz para los ninos, y'all!
ubrayj0211.24.07 - 9:29 pm
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Isn't El Cid the place that puts its valet parking sign in the bike lane? Fuck that place. Tell Murder On The Moon to blow off El Cid and play the Toy Ride instead.
PC11.25.07 - 5:31 pm
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Alright kiddies..just came back from a 7 hour scouting session for the spot.I got some good leads
1) went and spoke to vice president of Self Help Graphics(cool guy)
Althougjh there was a volunteer that may have thought we were gonna make money from this since she wanted to charge some crazy $$ we dont have.
Anyways , the guy was cool and we talked.He said we might be able to get the parking structure which is pretty cool and has a stage.
We would need to get
option A
1)Portable restroom
2) generator
note:We probably have to be out of there by midnight.
Option B
1)Inside room(cold?Rain) with power and a little stage that may hold around 300-400 in addition to parking lot to compensate.
This would require us to still get portable restroom and do a collection for some funds for the place(its a community center)
We can wing that till 1am(ish)
if we get there at 10pm ..we would be good.
Also spoke to some really nice people that own a bitching place that they rent out but said they would think about hooking us up but nay end up paying for security (around $200) which they are required to have.I had a long talk and even walked into a OAXACAN saint patron party they were having.I asked them to think hard and I will contact them.
and other 3 leads that I started on..
Wanted to keep everyone updated.
patrick - got your email and yes I will pass over the band to you once confirmed so you guys can deal with system setup.
I have not forgotten who offered to leads the routes..get ready..
We are doing this ..yes we are
I
deesimple11.25.07 - 6:29 pm
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user1- I apologize, I did not even see your question up there.
By all means ,please contact the brewery.Lets create our options.As I previously posted , the Self Help Graphic has good space in case it rains or its really cold.
Either way lets build our safety net.What does the brewery look like(facilities?)
deesimple11.25.07 - 9:11 pm
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Crystal aka anonymity thief.... oh shit..
Anyways. she set up the Art Ride Gallery Show. maybe she can help? Can someone email her?
Joe Borfo11.25.07 - 9:32 pm
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The brewery is an art colony on main street. They do have bathrooms available and it's outdoors with a covered space. I think we had some event there way back at the beginning of the bike scene. It was more or less a using the gallery space for our show. There's a big plaza type space that would accommodate us. Being that there's alot of artist there, we could have an easier time getting approved.
Dee, hows best to communicate with you? This list, email, cell, ?
User111.25.07 - 9:36 pm
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The bike scene began in February 2007? What was all that shit we were doing before then?
PC11.25.07 - 9:40 pm
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PC most you be so hostle?
user are refering to the space we used last year ,,it was like a big hanger and everyone road around inside,,that was cool..
the brewery sounds good,,dsimpls what ups?
skano11.25.07 - 9:49 pm
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Somebody has to keep User 1 in line. A secret Core Elite vote was held, and I was assigned the job. Please don't think for a moment that I actually enjoy it.
PC11.25.07 - 9:53 pm
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user1
here or my email..
lost my phone charger and battery is dead..
will get one tomorrow..if time permits but here or my email for sure.
deesimple11.25.07 - 10:16 pm
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I know what the brewery is..is just that last time I was there (October) much of the outdoor was a full parking lot..
I did not see any space that could accomodate 700+ but you guys know better.Let me know how it goes and Ill keep syou posted on my end.Will know by Wed if Self Help works out.
http://www.selfhelpgraphics.com/
deesimple11.25.07 - 10:30 pm
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What does PC stand for? I kind to think its stands for the Pubococcygeus muscle,
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pubococcygeus_muscle
In other words, something that has to do with my butt pains.
User111.25.07 - 10:41 pm
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The Self Help Graphics looks awesome. I was there one time and they had some vendor cooking up some awesome tacos and stuff. Not sure if someone they work with all the time or not.
The gallery that we had the bike event at was the I-5 gallery. I believe the gallery was called something else before them.
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=48717412
I'll be in that area Tuesday, so I can check it then.
User111.25.07 - 10:54 pm
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or Brewery..its cool that they dont trip about drinking there..Self Help??Dont know if we are allowed but we will have free beer even if its getting pumped out of the back of my car
deesimple11.25.07 - 10:55 pm
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user1
Anything on the brewery?Let me know if you wanna roll down there anyday after 4:30pm(if you happen to be around LA area)
deesimple11.26.07 - 6:19 pm
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Just sent the brewery association,gallery and artwalk peeps some emails.
deesimple11.26.07 - 8:00 pm
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Cool, should we follow up with a telephone call too?
User111.26.07 - 10:27 pm
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when do you expect to hear from the brewery? really hope the it works out.
Charlie11.28.07 - 12:12 pm
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Dee,
I sent you an email yesterday on going to talk to someone at the Brewery. No reply.
Do you have a telephone number that's working yet?
User111.28.07 - 12:57 pm
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Heck with it. I'm just going to go down there before the imax thing tonite.
User111.28.07 - 1:54 pm
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I don't wanna be a naysayer but I think we should also be on the lookout for something other than the Brewery.
Last time we were there we were the guest of a gallery where we were having an exhibit. I think it went over well, but this event is a different kind of monster. For one, we didn't really have a full sized soundsystem at the Art Ride.
The Brewery has a lot of residents, and people who work there at all hours and I have a feeling that our "rockin' till the breakadawn" hijinx might no go over so well with everybody concerned.
This is also taking into consideration that the site we used last yer got cleaned up nice and well and left our hosts satisified.
Massive props to those working on the Brewery and other sites but it is my humble opinion that this should be a back up site and not a location of first choice.
Sorry this didn't occour to me sooner.
trickmilla11.28.07 - 3:06 pm
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Yeah it's not tops on my list either. There's other sites being considered, including the last years. Things are in the works.
User111.28.07 - 3:11 pm
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maybe i missed it, but why can't we go to the place we did last year?
dave c11.28.07 - 6:14 pm
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I'm gonna give dude a call and see if we can get it again..... dont hold your breath though.... worst case scenario we just end the ride at a big parking lot and party guerilla style no?
Roadblock11.28.07 - 6:22 pm
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RB
I spoke to main guy at Self Help Graphics and he said the guy the runs last years place (KGB- Juan)is his good friend so he would call if Self Help does not work out for us.
Me and user1 are going to Farmlab tomorrow.
deesimple11.28.07 - 7:03 pm
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Ok so I got confirmation from Self Help as OK to go...thunbs up.
We will still roll tomorrow to Farmlab and see what they say.
deesimple11.28.07 - 7:15 pm
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Self Help Graphics is a great spot. I hope we can do it there.
What do we have as far as a charity to donate toys to this time?
Joe Borfo11.28.07 - 7:23 pm
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Nice!!
Is spiral's charity interested again this year? Personally I liked them because they were non-religious.
Also I can map out a route from silverlake echo park if it isn't already accounted for..... Let me know.
Roadblock11.28.07 - 7:36 pm
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I had asked the LAFD, just thought be cool to change it up .
They have a "Star Lite Toy Drive" that go to kids that otherwise would not get any toys.
Up to you guys..
deesimple11.28.07 - 8:35 pm
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Lets see for sure what the end spot will be..
RB- You are more than welcome to map out.Raymond,Eric and I were gonna handle that route so you can send us the map and we will put it on the card.More the merrier.
Once spot is finalized, we will revisit to make sure the route volunteers
handle each route spoke card or choose to have a laminating party.
We did agree to a meeting point before end point.As last year..
We doing the thang!!
deesimple11.28.07 - 8:43 pm
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So who is going this ???Shout out!!
deesimple11.30.07 - 12:13 pm
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-deesimple-
im working on the spoke cards and the route for the valley ridazz right now. Let me know when you guys come up with a meeting start point. thanks!
speedybrian200011.30.07 - 12:29 pm
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big DEE if you already got the echo park route I can handle the hollywood route. it's closer to my pad anyay. I can start it off at the bicycle kitchen what do you think? I would actually prefer it tell you the truth but I'm available to help with either one.
also to all who are making routes, please AVOID using Alameda between the 10fwy and 1st street at all costs. last few rides we've routed through there the tracks have claimed Ridazz left and right!
Ridazz ride ALL CITY all crews all friends and love. yes I'm drunk.
Roadblock11.30.07 - 9:27 pm
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So the end point is Self Help.I sealed the deal today..We got a indoor/ourdoor venue.
Let's meet up the routes in downtown.Last years place (olvera street)would work.
RB-the route is yours.Raymond and I will have plenty ither stuff to do so you handling it would help us a lot.
deesimple12.2.07 - 3:41 am
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So the end point is Self Help graphics.I sealed the deal today..We got a indoor/ourdoor venue.The director was cool guy and waived the rental fee but I offered to
pass a collection since this place kicks ass and gets no funds.
Let's meet up the routes in downtown.Last years place (olvera street)would work.
RB-the route is yours.Raymond and I will have plenty other stuff to do so you handling it would help us a lot.
deesimple12.2.07 - 3:55 am
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Whoo Hoo !!!
Self-Help Fucking Rocks !!!
Its on mofos!
OK back to business:
I'm Helpin' coordinate the DJing/ Ent
So please let me know if you want to help with sound or Entertainment.
Do we have bands?
Other DJs?
Are we rockin both area together or seperate?
Maybe sombody can help with some sound reinforcement.
I have got a big van and I can make room for more speakers if they are out there.
holla back:
trickmilla
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trickmilla12.2.07 - 10:32 am
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Long beach
West side
Nela
Valley
You giuys progressing with routes??you guys doing your own spoke cards or wanna create one card?
Please hit us up with an update
deesimple12.2.07 - 12:10 pm
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I'm planning to make spoke cards for the Long Beach route. I still don't have a date for my surgery, but a couple of lifesaving people have volunteered to handle the leading and scouting duties if I can't. Either way, I'm making spoke cards and will pass them out at the starting point.
PC12.2.07 - 3:49 pm
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I've got Long Beach area on lock.
Dee I'll email you tomorrow to work out a few details.
User1 still helping w/ LB area ridazz?
I need your email.
Cody12.2.07 - 8:40 pm
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AWESOME its so great that people have so much energy for these things. i am really grateful for it and your efforts, everyone above!
AS FOR THE WESTSIDE yeah we'll handle our own route and cards as well! does anyone want to coordinate anything, ie similar graphic, similar side, logo, name, anything? just a thought, nbd.
SKIDMARCUS12.3.07 - 12:29 am
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If I cant make it, I'll send one of my forward scouts armed w/toys, and a "Franz-Like" cardboard head.
bentstrider12.3.07 - 12:36 am
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I've got the Pasadena ride mapped out, and I was planning on doing a scout ride tonight or Thursday - leaving central park (across from Del Mar Station) around 8:30 or 9:00. Anybody interested in joining me?
I'd like to get some art for the cards if anybody has some. Last year, I put the Pasadena route directions on the back of the card that somebody else designed and put them together at Mr. Rollers'. Is there going to be a card making session this year?
NixonTwin12.3.07 - 11:46 am
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N.E. LA is starting from MR T's Bowl / by the Ave 57 Station
Is there a meet point before the final destination of Self Help Graphics?
Trying to make a route.
Thanks.
- Rev. Joe Borfo {T.W.B.G}
Joe Borfo12.3.07 - 11:53 am
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Let me rephrase that - the N.E. LA starting point will be at Mr. T's bowl / Ave 57 Goldline station.
Still need info help, thanks.
Joe Borfo12.3.07 - 12:02 pm
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All City spoke card session? dunno yet, but if there's demand I can host.
mr rollers12.3.07 - 12:08 pm
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Nixon Twin. Is the NELA start point within your route? If so, meet up with us?
Or share your route with me - joe.borfo at gmail.com
Joe Borfo12.3.07 - 12:13 pm
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Borfo -
Yes - The Pasadena route will come across the York bridge and down Figueroa to meet up with the NELA group - we did the same thing last year and it was a lot of fun.
Mr. Rollers -
I'm in if we have a spoke card production session. I think last year it was on a Sunday afternoon, which I thought worked well. I started seeing the cards on bikes around town by the Tuesday before the ride.
NixonTwin12.3.07 - 1:01 pm
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Nixon Twin,
FuzzBeast is trying to get various Badgers/Juggurnaughts coming from IE towards Pasadena. Perhaps he can swing by your stop on the way?
Joe Borfo12.3.07 - 2:08 pm
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hey NT where are you guys starting from? Im gonna ride from out here (pomona/claremont area), may be able to drag a few more along, and I'll (we'll) meet up with you guys at your start.
FuzzBeast12.3.07 - 2:09 pm
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Guys,the bad news is we can only party till 1am at the end spot.
Since this is the only time that we brake our tradition on start time.
I really wanted to end up at self help graphics @ latest 10:30
What do you think..
Lets make the meets spot for all routes Olvers Street..
West side-Keep in mind it may be a long route for you guys so dont know if you guys wanna shorten it to make it by 10:30 or youll miss the fun. or have another spot to pick up another group closer to LA.
Just trying to make it inclusive for those that are not able to ride all the way from Venice/Santa Monica/C city to E LA.
deesimple12.3.07 - 3:03 pm
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Fuzz -
We are meeting in Central Park right across from the Del Mar gold line station. Raymond at Del Mar.
The ride in from Claremont from Pasadena is pretty cool with the long gentle downhill - I did it a couple of weeks ago.
NixonTwin12.3.07 - 3:04 pm
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Lets meet up routes at Olvera Street (same as last year)
YEY? NAY?
deesimple12.3.07 - 3:06 pm
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1:00 works for us Dee,
I think we'll be so toasted by then that we'll be heading to other parties or home. We got Bikes!
Joe Borfo12.3.07 - 3:07 pm
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Does the valley ride start from the subway station? If so, what time?
toweliesbong12.3.07 - 3:07 pm
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MEGA FUCKING YAY TO OLVERA STREET FIRST STOP!!!!!
Joe Borfo12.3.07 - 3:07 pm
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Need your Help..
Any possible easy??easier route from downtown to Self Help Graphics
3802 Cesar E Chavez Ave
LA,CA 90063
If you know the area and have suggestions, please hit me up
Charlie??
deesimple12.3.07 - 3:09 pm
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Cesar Chavez esse... Straight line From Olvera to Gage. You can't miss it Holmes.
Joe Borfo12.3.07 - 3:13 pm
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Here's the route: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=1483757
Just over three miles, shouldn't take more than about 15 minutes. Meet at Olvera Street at 10 pm? They'll probably try to kick us out of there pretty fast.
mr rollers12.3.07 - 5:08 pm
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I'm in Monrovia. Where can I catch up with some of you?
seatpost12.3.07 - 7:10 pm
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Seat Post.. Fuzzbeast and some other Pomona people will be headed your way.. I'm pretty sure. email me at joe.borfo@gmail.com and I'll have fuzzbeast contact you.
Joe Borfo12.3.07 - 7:17 pm
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Forgot to mention that Farmlab said they could not host becuse they had production(filming ) that night..Will give them benefit of the doubt.
deesimple12.3.07 - 10:15 pm
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where is the ride actually starting at ? where the 1 is at on the map????
Ladyredeye12.4.07 - 1:32 am
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i hope to see a familiar face. u know who u are! it's time to riide! remember the good times!!!!!!!!!
Ladyredeye12.4.07 - 1:36 am
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dee, i've been trying to reach you. you have a phone or no?
eric12.4.07 - 12:34 pm
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lady red eye. There are multiple start points all over the city. We firstly converge at Olvera Street Plaza, (At what time Dee?) And then, When BBD makes the signal we ride to Self Help Graphics for the Bacchanalia shindig fo' schnizel bizzle.
Joe Borfo12.4.07 - 12:51 pm
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Dee I know you haven't posted the official details but just so you have our info:
North East LA - Starting at Ave 57 Goldline Station -(Parking lot) next to Mr T's Bowl. We start once the Pasadena crew reaches up with us and we'll continue on a route to the Olvera Street 1st stop.
Problem is , I'm not sure what time to tell people to make it.. I will get back to you on it.
Joe Borfo12.4.07 - 1:03 pm
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Well since we only have till 1am ..Lets plan to roll out from Olvera st @10:00pm sharp
deesimple12.4.07 - 1:27 pm
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Rather, lets have avote
.>>Remamber the 1am popping dealine on the celebrations.
Roll ou of olvera st
10:00
10:30
11:00
Personally my vote is 10:00pm to have some good fun..
yOu?
deesimple12.4.07 - 1:30 pm
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dee,
any other DJs or Bands I need to coordinate with?
trickmilla12.4.07 - 1:30 pm
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We had two bands lined up and one got a gig??
Second one finishes a gig and would be too late to get them to play for us..
Im working on some other leads but nothing yet..
If any one has a lead on a band hit me up.
Patrick- I dont have any DJs lined up but you.What happened to your homie from last year?
deesimple12.4.07 - 1:38 pm
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10:00 at Olvera Street Sounds good. (but we all know that means 10:30 in MR lingo)
Nixon Twin, let me know what time you plan to roll by us in Highland Park. Thanks
Joe Borfo12.4.07 - 2:48 pm
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why not get dingo's band? So we can hurl shit at them!
Joe Borfo12.4.07 - 2:52 pm
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joe borfo
fuzzbeast
nixontwins
can the valley ridazz meet up with you guys at some point (we are taking the LA river route from the North Hollywood Metro) before Olvera st???
speedybrian200012.4.07 - 3:29 pm
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Hey are the Long Beach ridazz route is again the LA river route ?
if Yes, I can join you guys by south gate ..
don marcos
donMarcos12.4.07 - 3:41 pm
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speedybrian. I don't think so. But, Let me go over the route Ideas with TWBG and I'll let you know. but right now, I'm not sure if its going to work unless we meet you down at San Fernando Rd and Fig. If we can co-ordinate it. I guess it will just change the route I had in mind...
Joe Borfo12.4.07 - 3:42 pm
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Long beach folks , coordinate with Don Morcos in Bell so that this could possibly work?
Joe Borfo12.4.07 - 3:43 pm
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Why not ask the church next to the bike oven, we could be devils outside on the streets.
eddieboyinla12.4.07 - 3:48 pm
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Ask the church what??you lost me Eddie.
deesimple12.4.07 - 5:40 pm
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the church has a big lot right behind the bike oven
eddieboyinla12.4.07 - 5:43 pm
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eddie,
It's already set to be at Self Help Graphics. Olvera Street Plaza is the first stop point. We depart there at 10:30 to ride to S.H.G.
Joe Borfo12.4.07 - 6:22 pm
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W E S T . S I D E . !
VENICE CIRCLE - ROLLING AT 7:30PM
TRADER JOES - CULVER CITY - ROLLING AT 8:30PM
I hope no one has problems with the meetups. If we want to make it out of Olvera at 10:30p, I think its reasonable to leave at these times.
The route is basically : Venice to Downtown, left on Main. There will be side-show types of detours off Venice but
theyre just for decoration, hehe...
Dee, could you post the starts for each section? i will have a gmap later tonight, I am about to scout the route. Is that ok?
SKIDMARCUS12.4.07 - 7:10 pm
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RB RB
you doing the Hollywood/S Lake/Echo Park route?
Please confirm and give us start point.
Thanks
deesimple12.4.07 - 8:05 pm
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yea. we are planning to head straight across cesar chavez. will be running a little later than 10:30 though.
Charlie12.4.07 - 8:26 pm
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Route Leads -need info to post
NELA - start time?
Pasadena- start location and time?
Long Beach - start location and time?
Hollywood/Silver lake- RB??Time & location?
N Hollywood- start location and time?
deesimple12.4.07 - 8:58 pm
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I think the satellite rides should aim for arriving at Olvera St. by 10:00. If the schedule is to arrive at 10:30 then we might not make it out of Olvera 'till after 11 PM. Delays are particularly likely considering the number of satellite rides.
I'd be happy to help with the Pasadena Satelite ride and help make spoke cards.
My suggestion is to leave Pasadena at 8:30 PM. Meet up with Highland Park at 9:15. Get to Olvera St. by 10:00 PM.
Also, how about meeting at Memorial Park which is just a bit north of Central Park? Then we could cruise through Old Town Pasadena to start off the ride.
Please put on the event page:
If your driving to the Pasadena starting point and concerned about the 24-mile round trip, consider parking your car at the Lincoln Heights/Cypress Park metro station and taking the metro to the starting point. The Lincoln Heights/Cypress Park metro station is only 4 miles from Self Help Graphics and there is free parking. (Note that the goldline stops running north from Union Station at around 11:50 PM.)
I can be reached at eric lapostcarbon org
thinkpeace12.4.07 - 10:22 pm
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Definetly
meet up at Olvera @ 10:00--We leaving at 10:30 no matter what...
deesimple12.4.07 - 10:41 pm
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VALLEY RIDAZZ - Meet at North Hollywood Metro Line at 7:30pm, We are planning to leave at 8:00pm sharp! This allows us plenty of time if we want to take a break or fix a flat or get something to eat. We will also see if we can meet up with another group before Olvera St.
Here is the route:
http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=1485477
Returning back:
Option 1: Last train leaving the Union Station to North Hollywood is 11:33pm!! (this seems way too early)
Option 2: Some of us should drive and leave some cars at the end point, so we have a ride back
Option 3: Have a friend pick us up at 1:30 in the morning
Option 4: Ride back, this will be a slight upgrade, but doable.
speedybrian200012.4.07 - 11:02 pm
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Last year the LBC / South Sidazz ride had a meetup at 9:00 at Firestone and the bike path for the people around Bell. I can't think of any reason not to do that again, if there are people in that area who want to join up.
PC12.5.07 - 3:42 am
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start point for hollywood is Rite Aid on Vermont and Hollywood blvd!
Roadblock12.5.07 - 4:21 am
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Nixon twin, what time are you guys going to be leaving?
So I can figure out what time I/we need to leave up here.
FuzzBeast12.5.07 - 4:21 am
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fuzzbeast,
Thinkpeace says 8:20 from Pasadena. That's Eric and he should be riding with nixon twin.
deesimple,
NELA start time 9:15 -SHARP!
So arrive before. Be there at 9:00 for a little NELA booty shaking ackshun. If you come earlier than 8:30, We'll probably be drinking in Mr. T's...
Joe Borfo12.5.07 - 9:09 am
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speedybrian,
email me your route so NELA can coordinate crashing into your ride!
joe.borfo@gmail.com
Joe Borfo12.5.07 - 9:12 am
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but I think it will be fun if we approach olvera from all different sides!
Joe Borfo12.5.07 - 9:14 am
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Proposed route for East End to the Pasadena group.
27 mi.
http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=1486310
I planned it down bonita because it's a better, faster ride than arrow or foothill, and it avoids the rolling hills on both, for the most part.
I'm gonna say meet by 5:45, leave by 6:15, to give us plenty of time to get there.
FuzzBeast12.5.07 - 11:55 am
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i'd like to climb aboard at pasadena, anybody want to let me know where and others to meet for the ride down? eddieboyinla@sbcglobal.net <------LET ME KNOW WHATS SUP GUYS,
eddieboyinla12.5.07 - 12:26 pm
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Eddie and Fuzz -
The Pasadena leg will meet up in Central Park across from the Del Mar Gold Line station.
In order to make it to the NELA departure by 9:15, we need to roll at 8:30 sharp. There will probably be people meeting up around 8:00.
Eric -
We looked at Memorial Park when we scouted last year, but Central Park is a significantly better location for everything from easy booze access to distance from the police station to parking for those who don't ride to the start point. And, given how @#$^%*& early we have to start this ride, there's not really any extra time to spend in old town.
I'm planning to scout the route (at least to the NELA point, maybe all the way downtown) tonight or tomorrow. Anybody interested in doing it with me? There WILL be drinking involved.
NixonTwin12.5.07 - 1:37 pm
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Will update ride post with info bu need
Pasadena - Gmap?
Hollywood- start time and route map?
Westside- route map?
East end to Pasadena-Start location or landmark
then i can update
Milla- need you to contact me ASAP please. Got to respond to a band in regards to setup.
deesimple12.5.07 - 2:49 pm
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Paging Trickmilla..Patrick
anyone has his number?
deesimple12.5.07 - 2:50 pm
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SOUND RE-ENFORCEMENT ...
Looks like Self Help has two areas for us to use.
I have enough sound to cover one.
Anybody got some speakers we can use for the second area?
I have a big van ... so I can likely stop by and pick up the sound so you dont have to load it on to your bike.
If you want to help with sound please feel free to hit me up.
- patrick
trickmilla *at* aol.com
trickmilla12.5.07 - 3:26 pm
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I have a PA with two speakers you can borrow.
Joe Borfo12.5.07 - 3:37 pm
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East End start location, the old East End Ridazz starting spot, the Claremont Transit center, 1st st. Claremont, just east of Indian Hill Blvd.
FuzzBeast12.5.07 - 3:45 pm
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Milla
There is a guy here at work that does our coorporate events and will probably be OK to hook up some equipment(speakers).He will tell me by tomorrow.
He has a lot of shit...loud..as in coorporate xmas parties for 1,000
deesimple12.5.07 - 5:25 pm
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Cheap beer??? Why do you ride??
Im just venting
deesimple12.5.07 - 5:51 pm
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Need your updates to update ride post for you
Pasadena - Gmap?
Vermont/Hollywod- start time and route map?
Westside- route map?
Thanks
deesimple12.5.07 - 6:25 pm
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nixontwin, ive done pasadena to nela a bunch, so scouting a route sounds fun. im completely slammed until friday, however, so i may be posting this for no reason. lemmeknow: lackflag at aol dot com.
lackflag12.5.07 - 6:52 pm
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Need your updates to update ride post for you
Pasadena - Gmap?
Vermont/Hollywod- start time and route map?
Westside- route map?
Thanks
deesimple12.5.07 - 7:23 pm
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Need your updates to update ride post for you
Pasadena - Gmap?
Vermont/Hollywod- start time and route map?
Westside- route map?
Thanks
deesimple12.5.07 - 7:32 pm
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LONG BEACH / SAN PEDRO & ALL POINTS BETWEEN RIDAZZ
Meet at Pacific Ave & W Broadway Long Beach, CA 90802 at 7:30pm, We are planning to leave at 8:00pm sharp! This allows us plenty of time if we want to take a break or fix a flat. We will also need to leave a little time if there's meetups along the way.
Here is the route: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=1486935
IF THERE ARE OTHERS WE NEED TO MEETUP WITH, SPEAK UP NOW PLEASE.
There will be a heads up on what to expect and what to look for on our ride, at the beginning of the ride. Don't worry, it's not watching out for gang bangers.
We get started at the right time, then the ride will be chill. We get started late, and all the sudden, that chill is gone! So please, for the sake of others, arrive on time .
Returning back:
Option 1: Last train back to Long Beach leaves 7th & Flower at 12.45am
Option 2: We ride back at our own time. This was done last year and it was very cool!
Option 3: Take the train back after it starts up again, which is 5am.
View Larger Map
User112.6.07 - 12:06 am
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PASADENA HOOKS UP WITH THE RIDE COMING DOWN COLORADO BLVD.(WEST) FROM THE EAST (READ WAY ABOVE).
eddieboyinla12.6.07 - 2:15 am
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Ok..so spoke cards?
We have some art work done.You huys are welcome to it.
You guys can just put the route on the back?
Are we doing a laminating session at Mr Rollers
Please reply , we should have spoke cards done by the weekend.
How about it? Sunday at Mr Rollers
Unless some of route leads are committing to have it done on thier own , the rest can still laminate as a group.
Please reply guys..
deesimple12.6.07 - 1:37 pm
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For those that may be stranded and need to catch train till next day..
Whos down for some urban camping?
sleeping bags ,MAYBE SETUP SOME TENTS?
ANYONE?
deesimple12.6.07 - 1:39 pm
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Sounds dope.
Where does one camp and not get harassed or arrested in LA?
Drew12.6.07 - 1:53 pm
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I'm planning on handling the spoke cards for the LBC/South Sidazz ride on my own. Don't worry, I won't flake.
PC12.6.07 - 3:29 pm
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Sunday can work for me - who's in, what time?
I have some laminating stock that Roadblock donated and I'll pick up some more.
mr rollers12.6.07 - 5:13 pm
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Rollers-
When would work?
Lets us know if you need more stock.Mr Raymond can come thru with some.
so Long Beach spoke cards are checked off
who else ?
You guys kick ass..
So we got another guy to bring more two speaker towers and light tower with bunch of lights for stage since its just a dark podium ..
With that gear and trickmilla's we should get a kick ass party.
I know its only a few hours of partying and maybe going overboard but >>>
Isnt that what its all about..only the best for you Ridazz
MidnightRidazz
deesimple12.6.07 - 5:36 pm
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My buddy and I are scouting the Pasadena Leg tonight leaving Central Park at 8:30. Anybody who wants to join us is welcome, and the first beer is on me for those who do. We are going to ride downtown, drink along the way and get home by the last Gold Line train.
If you are interested, please post a reply here by 7:45 (real Pacific time, not board time) Thursday night and we will wait for you.
Dee -
I will post the route details in this thread tonight or tomorrow morning, depending on what we find and how drunk we get.
NixonTwin12.6.07 - 6:13 pm
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have a blast, NixonTwin. i've got an early morning exam tomorrow, so no bikeybikey drinkeydrinkey for me tonight.
lackflag12.6.07 - 6:57 pm
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Nixon -
Have fun tonight brotha..
Let me know if you need art for your card.The person that did the "Noche" art forthe shirts gave me some art;you guys are welcome to it .Hit me up if you guys want a peek.
What ever works for you guys.
deesimple12.6.07 - 7:05 pm
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Dee -
Here is the Gmap for the Pasadena leg:
http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=555478
Where can I get the artwork for the cards?
Are we meeting this weekend to laminate?
NixonTwin12.7.07 - 11:13 am
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Nixon..
thanks for riding in the rain ans scouting..
hit me up with your email..I think you previously di but send it anyways.
deesimple12.7.07 - 11:49 am
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"Where does one camp and not get harassed or arrested in LA?"
6th and San Pedro...?
eric12.7.07 - 3:41 pm
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This is an updated route for the VALLEY RIDAZZ:
http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=1485969
*please meet at the North Hollywood Metro Station @ 7:30pm
we are planning on leaving at 8:00pm sharp!
speedybrian200012.7.07 - 4:50 pm
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Mr Rollers-
Sorry I cant make the spoke card party sunday, but I will work on the valley spoke card on my own, thanks
speedybrian200012.7.07 - 4:52 pm
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"This is an updated route for the VALLEY RIDAZZ:"
Looks much better, but the LA River bike path is on the other side of the river. Heh.
That being said I'll see you on Chandler if I don't make it over to the start in time.
toweliesbong12.7.07 - 5:01 pm
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so is there a collective map of meeting points like there was last year?
dave c12.7.07 - 5:19 pm
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Dee -
I sent you an e-mail but I haven't heard back. Are we doing cards at Steve's on Sunday? If so, what time?
NixonTwin12.7.07 - 8:20 pm
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Dee, e-mail me off board so we can set up a time. I've got a ride at 3pm on Sunday, so either before or after that.
mr rollers12.7.07 - 8:39 pm
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Rollers..
The issue is that I only got a concrete answer on spoke cards from
Valley
Long Beach
they are handling thier own cards.
I sent art work to NELA and Pasadena but have not received confirmation as if they will print or need help printing or if they will attend laminating.
Have not heard from Westside or Hollywood or East End
Please update us.Who needs to laminate on Sunday??
Rollers- should they have cards already printed once they get to your place?
deesimple12.7.07 - 8:47 pm
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Yes, it would be good to have the cards printed prior to the gathering, but we can do all the cutting here.
mr rollers12.7.07 - 11:02 pm
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I take back some of what I wrote earlier..
Its been crazy to keep up with so many responses..my bad..
Westside -Marcus said he would take care of spoke cards
NELA-Borfo is down for the spoke card session
Pasadena-Nixon/Thinkpeacealso down for session
RB--RB--paging RB
Hey bro, you are likely to get a big group.Are you doing spoke cards? Also,Please hit us up with route and leave time.
Thanks
Rollers- im down to meet after your ride.
deesimple12.8.07 - 1:14 am
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Hey so where are we leaving the toys for all those toyless children? We make a big pile at the end of the ride?
pavetheplanet12.8.07 - 3:28 am
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East end is handling their own cards.
FuzzBeast12.8.07 - 6:01 am
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I'm going to try and get my friend Mike to stand in for me on this one.
I'll supply the neccessities like gifts and whatnot.
And maybe I'll even make a cardboard, effigy head of myself for him to wear, or scrounge together a styrofoam dummie w/a security uniform sitting on a cargo rack.
bentstrider12.8.07 - 7:58 am
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User1 ..
Hello, I will be waiting for you guys in South Gate on the LA River
route , also if anybody else in
Downey, HP , South Gate wants to join me I will be there like last year ..
por los ninos,, yeee!!
DonMarcos
donMarcos12.8.07 - 4:22 pm
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Yo, Im gunna rollin out all the way from the 805. Im thinkin about parking in Warner Center and taking the Orange line to meet up with Valley riderz...How are all ya guys getting back to N.HO metro? I looked at metro website and said the last train from Union -> N.HO is about 12:30. Let me know what ya all are doin...
dl124512.9.07 - 2:01 am
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Maybe each leg should have their own thread and keep this thread for general commuications that apply to everyone.
That way somebody looking to cut in on a ride or orgaize with people in their area won't have to weed through hundreds of posts to get in touch.
trickmilla12.9.07 - 12:25 pm
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I am the kEG operator.
skano12.9.07 - 12:47 pm
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That could get messy for us , since you will have to go thru different posts to see where everyone stands..
Just a thought ..up to route leads..
Rollers..Rollers -hit me up with your address'''
Nixon--you going to spoke card
Where is RB??Can someone call him up.
deesimple12.9.07 - 1:39 pm
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Thousand Oaks..aka Thousand Locs
dl124512.9.07 - 1:45 pm
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Never been out on something like this. Whats the pace like cause I am thinking of bringing a big group, if I can get one together, and I'd like to know what to tell them. We will be coming from the Westside.
ekibike12.9.07 - 5:26 pm
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I will ride up with the Long Beach group. How the heck does everyone get back after the ride? I am assuming the Metro will be closed for the night before the party is over.
Creative Thing12.9.07 - 5:45 pm
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The pace is pretty chill.
A long distance can be a bit of a work out for anybody riding a beach cruiser or other heavy bike.
The pace is totally managable for less seasoned ridas.
These rides will probally have less and shorter stops because we are on a schedule.
If total newbies are coming out you might want to think about starting from hollywood or highland park for a pretty chill ride and it should be pretty easy getting back to the start point if you are have a car there.
Both of those start points are near metro stations but you will have to skip most of the afterparty if you want to catch the last metro.
trickmilla12.9.07 - 5:52 pm
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Dee -
I will be at Mr. Rollers' place by 7:15. I'm printing my cards right now.
Eric -
I'm having to drive down since my cards took too long to print, so if you want a ride back to Pasadena, you can throw your bike on my roof rack and ride with me.
NixonTwin12.9.07 - 6:24 pm
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Thanks Nixon..
In regards to "How do we get back home/start points"
Personal experience- its been so much fun when we've spent the night out on the streets necuase we couldnt get back somewhere till morning..although weather is a factor in this ride..
You can find a way..
Previously I have driven a car to end point or closest metro station then rode or jumped on train to start point and simpl jumped in my car afer ride.
I have roamed the streets in San Francisco weather till morning came up..the best.
Partied all night outside with the crew.
Guys I know I metioned "urban camping" only because many may end up in this situation and we dont want you to miss out on the festivities to catch a train..Would any one do it if we find a spot?
I have tent that sleeps 10-12.
Ridazz Holiday tent city..imagine that..
deesimple12.9.07 - 8:55 pm
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Dee i'm totally down.! Urban camping,,12 person tent lets do this..
skano12.9.07 - 9:06 pm
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cool..Lets try to account for the peeps that maybe stuck after ride .LBC,Vallley,East End
deesimple12.9.07 - 9:12 pm
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@Creative Thing
There's several options for the LB group.
Option 1: Last train back to Long Beach leaves 7th & Flower at 12.45am
Option 2: We ride back at our own time. This was done last year and it was very cool!
Option 3: Take the train back after it starts up again, which is 5am.
Sorry, I can't tell you what we'll be doing. I'm playing it by ear with what everyone else wants to do.
BTW, info on this group is posted above^^^. There's a map of the starting point there too.
User112.9.07 - 9:13 pm
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-VALLEY RIDAZZ-
The Last Train at the Union Redline Metro Leaves at 12:17am back to the North Hollywood Station. If you are planning to stay longer than this, please make arrangements on how to get back.
If you are willing to ride back to North Hollywood, remember its going to be a slight grade uphill, and very cold!
speedybrian200012.9.07 - 10:38 pm
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WESTSIDERS
unless i am reading it wrong, which i might be, it looks like the metro lines 4 and 33/333 run through the early morning hours. picking up within a few miles of the party around 1:30 ish or 2:30ish etc. i will be wanting to get back to santa monica so i was looking at those routes specifically but... others could be operating as well. please let me know if i am wrong about all this
look here for timetables and maps in pdf: http://www.metro.net/riding_metro/bus_overview/bus001.htm
ekibike12.10.07 - 11:59 am
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Attention N.E.L.A. Ridazz:
The Reverend Dak of TWBG will be now leading the route from the Ave 57 Goldline station as planned. I will have to be late and I'll see you all at Olvera Street.
Joe Borfo12.10.07 - 12:02 pm
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So the Hollywood/Vermont (RiteAid parking lot) meet time is 8:45pm.
I
s there an earlier satellite meeting site at Hollywood and Western or Hollywood and Vine....one that will meet up with the riders at RiteAid Hollywood/Vermont?
skd12.10.07 - 3:06 pm
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The pre ride to the ride to the ride to the party
to pass
Drew12.10.07 - 3:29 pm
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Borfo- got your message..cool , as long as you got someone to cover for you.
Thanks..
Have you talked to RoadBlock?
you have his #?
deesimple12.10.07 - 8:36 pm
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Dak's got the NELA Start covered.
I'll Call RB soon.
Joe Borfo12.10.07 - 10:58 pm
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I got the route covered. What I don't got covered are the spoke-cards. Are there going to be some NELA specific cards made? I don't know who / what / where. I've been out of the loop, mixed up days, and random confusion.
So where are we going again?
peeps can hit me a rev DOT dak @ straycouches DOT com.
the reverend dak12.11.07 - 1:58 am
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I'm leaning towards heading down to LONG BEACH and riding up with that group. It was pretty fun last year.
City Hobgoblin12.11.07 - 12:41 pm
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-VALLEY RIDAZZ-
This will be the Valley Ridazz Spoke Card (sorry if it is too sexy!!!)
speedybrian200012.11.07 - 5:46 pm
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Heh, even more reason for Jeronimo and his OC friends to start at my place. I guess we better make an effort to make it to the start.
toweliesbong12.11.07 - 6:03 pm
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So Mr Raymond just ordered 3 kegs..
Can we finish 3 kegs in about 2 hours???
deesimple12.11.07 - 11:30 pm
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There are only 160 beers (12 oz each) in a keg. That means the first 480 ridazz will each get one beer and get to explain to the rest of us that we don't get any.
Don't worry about finishing three kegs. Worry about the riot after we run out.
NixonTwin12.12.07 - 12:57 am
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Is there a Gmap for the Hollywood ride?
Or are we taking the standard Sunset/Glendale Blvd/2nd Street route.
skd12.12.07 - 10:48 am
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HOLLY CRAP!!!
There's going to be a riot here?!?!? I am definitely going!!! Dudes, don't start without me!!
OK???
User112.12.07 - 12:27 pm
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TOY BICYZ RYDE
LULS UR DAD RYDES TOYZ
DIZ RYD SHUD BE RENAMED TEH GIVE KNITTENS A DOGGEE BISKUT RYD
DEY HAS A FLAVUR
Knittens12.12.07 - 12:33 pm
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Last year we bought 4 kegs and I know we were selling it just to cover costs but it costed $1 or $2 for Fat Tire.
ended up with full keg and some beer left on another.
We'll see..Im taking my flask as contingency.
deesimple12.12.07 - 1:45 pm
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hey everybody...
quick question... i'm going to join up with the group leaving from claremont when they roll through pasa-dangerous...
i was planning on meeting them around Rosemead and Colorado.
what time do you think you guys were gonna be in the vincinity? i was thinking some time from 7-8? si? if i miss the group then i was just gonna head out to the pasadena meeting spot.
ipsofatso12.12.07 - 2:03 pm
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yo DEE !.whats your email.wanted to ask you a ?
mandingo12.12.07 - 5:20 pm
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What up Dingo..you've been MIA.
it's dmejia@lexiconmarketing.com
deesimple12.12.07 - 7:55 pm
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Dingo had a bear sleeping in his den over the weekend. He's probably just now getting the stench out!
Hey did you find that bears mp3 playha playha?
User112.12.07 - 8:07 pm
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Man..This is gonna be kick ass.
We had cool peeps with resources volunteering.It will be tight schedule but will get 2-2 1/2 hours of fun.
Setup at place will be kick ass.Although we will keep it inside cuase it will be colddd and noisy yet we will pump speakers outside as you get your Tamale eating on.
Please remember that all people Self Help, DJ,Band are volunteers and had to go out of thier way to do this.
Lets respect them and the place and give them a smile and party our asses.
deesimple12.12.07 - 8:45 pm
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have some people in my group that are under age. is there carding going on at the party?
ekibike12.12.07 - 11:50 pm
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You don't need to see our identification. These aren't the droids you're looking for. Move along.
Joe Borfo12.13.07 - 12:01 am
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Humm.for sure you can come..Don't know if we would be down to fill your cup if you are 15..event is all inclusive..wouldn't recommend the kiddies staying up.looking at borfo in a santa suit getting spanked..classic
deesimple12.13.07 - 12:38 am
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Dee,
I know this is last minute, and I may be wrong about this.
I haven't been reading this thread to see if this has been mentioned, but forgive me if it has
So take it as possibility not necessarily that it is this way.
Last year when we went to Olvera Street Plaza there was no security, as I remember hassling us. Last time I was at Olveral Street Plaza on the weekend, there was security, although it was about 11pm, (that may or may not matter) . They insisted that I leave, that the area was closed.
Just mentioning this, in case this is the situation. Ridazz get there and get kicked out, where should one go if this is what happens. Maybe go over to the side of the train station across the street. I hope this doesn't happen.
Sorry to mention this here. I Tried to myspace message you, but it wouldn't allow me to do so.
sexy12.13.07 - 12:54 am
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If you only dress up for one ride this year, make it this one. WEAR A SANTA HAT, PEOPLE! I harped on this last year, and still there were people who thought they were too cool to do it.
SANTA HAT!
PC12.13.07 - 3:13 am
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I don't believe in Santa Clause
franz12.13.07 - 3:22 am
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Where do I find a Santa hat that will fit my melon size helmet?
Creative Thing12.13.07 - 7:38 am
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Looking for suggestions.
I'm riding from the Westside out to Olvera with the group but i won't be able to stay very late since i have a ride at 8a on Saturday. Anyone have some creative ideas on how to get back to West LA besides riding, taxi or bus?
stevo412.13.07 - 8:04 am
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Become a fluffa!!
You'll get a ride anywhere.
Drew12.13.07 - 9:29 am
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ATT: LONG BEACH RIDAZZ
donMarcos and anyone else we're picking up from the Long Beach leg, can you email me so we can coordinate a pickup time?
allanalessio@yahoo.com
User112.13.07 - 1:10 pm
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Even I will be wearing a Santa hat for this ride. If you get one of those cheap, thin felt ones it will fit under your sensible helmet, plus it has an added bonus: keeping you toasty warm!
mr rollers12.13.07 - 1:37 pm
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Anyone working on a gmap that shows all the different routes together?
Any wiz kids working on it?
Must be some way to mash dem all together right?
User112.13.07 - 2:15 pm
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Hello I just sent you an email to the
allanalessio@yahoo.com
address, I will be there on the LA river in south gate, you let me know the time and I will be there..
por los ninossss yeeee!!!
donMarcos -- riding from Bell,,
donMarcos12.13.07 - 3:42 pm
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Sexy..
Very good point, Im glad you brought it up.That did happen to Raymond and I last year on the scout but we risked it and it worked out.
In the event it happens.We can just move down the street to alameda by Phillipes?.
We just mak sure someone stays behind
Route leads ..
Please..please hit me up with your cell #.This is to make sure we keep contact on any delay.
dmejia@lexiconmarketing.com
deesimple12.13.07 - 5:31 pm
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Dak! NELA spoke cardzz are almost done! no diggity!
mixtemotions12.13.07 - 5:48 pm
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Warm fuzzy Santa hats at 99 cent store on Sunset in Hollywood, the upside they cost 99 cents!
I am wearing a helmet, and have attached my Santa hat to my helmet. using safety pins and string, through the air vent holes. It kind of looks like the Grinch santa hat that way. A little disheveled.
Can't find a toy? Rite Aid, yes the one on Vermont where we will start the ride, has an assortment of toys from $9.99 to $19.99. Cool stuff like remote control monster trucks and dolls that giggle and talk. Just get there early and pick one up. Be warned, carry a large backpack or messenger bag. Some of these toys are in two foot boxes.
skd12.13.07 - 8:54 pm
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HO HO HO HO HO OHHOOHHHHOHHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHOOOOOOOOOOOOOHOHOHHOHOHHHOOHHOHHHOHOHHHHOHHHOHHOHOH
skano12.14.07 - 1:47 am
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steve 04
on getting back to the west side:
Your 3 best options (not in order)
1) ride back
2) take the bus
3) ride to union station (across from olvera st) and catch the redline to the western most point that works for you, then see #1 or #2
If you have a posse riding back will be fun and the minutes will just melt away. If you are rollin solo, the bus won't be so bad. Bus and bike are great. Odds are since you are near downtown you will be able to ride to a bus that will get you there in 1 go. (or get you to a spot where you can easily ride home).
The bus is fast at night and the thing that sucks about the bus is waiting on the bus, if you work it out so you show up on time and don't have to make any connections there'll be little or no waiting in cold and you'll get home pretty quick.
MTA.NET
Don't forget there is only 2 bikes allowed on the bus so don't forget to ditch your bike buddies if you plan to catch a bus home.
trickmilla12.14.07 - 8:39 am
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the tamale lady called me to confirm last night and i asked her to bring an assortment of tamales and ofcourse she will have some veggie friendly ones.
Also steamy hot champurado and some other drinks.
The only thing that will cost money tonight will be what teh tamale vendor is selling so don't forget to bring $5 or $6 if you want to eat.
Your stomache will thank you.
trickmilla12.14.07 - 8:43 am
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Make sure you got something warm - it's gonna be cold tonight (42deg or so, possibly colder). I'll be rolling in with the other Westsidazz.
ephemerae12.14.07 - 8:49 am
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Just checked the weather. DTLA will be dipping to 40 degrees tonight. That means my balls will be the size of peas tonight...just wanted to throw that out there.
If you're looking for cheap, warm clothing...try your local Army/ Navy surplus store...I got some cool wool clothing on the cheap.
Richard_Colossus12.14.07 - 11:30 am
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It's gonna be hot a steamy upstairs when everybody starts dancing.
trickmilla12.14.07 - 12:02 pm
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THE WESTSIDE JUST CONFIRMED THEIR OFFICIAL PACE CAR! YEAH THATS RIGHT!!!
MIDNIGHT DRIVAZZ!!
SKIDMARCUS12.14.07 - 2:28 pm
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If anyone wants to roll from the UCLA area...
Meet at the NE corner of Santa Monica & Westwood Blvds. at 7:30, we will leave at 7:45. We will meet up with the other Westsidazz at the Trader Joe's parking in Culver City.
Bring a toy for the kidz...and don't be late!!!!!!!!!
hatehills12.14.07 - 2:29 pm
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so how many sf valley folk are planning on biking back after the ride? at least a few, i hope? yecckkk
azn invazn12.14.07 - 2:45 pm
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man..sucks..i can't make it to this...last year was fun...thats where i met city homogoblin and cole's first MR ride...
superfish12.14.07 - 3:22 pm
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Last Metro Red line Train leaves Union Station 12:17AM, back to Hollywood and North Hollywood. You can take your bike on the train.
Read the rules and restrictions.
Bikes on Metro trains
skd12.14.07 - 3:26 pm
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TrckMilla... are you still got space i live in east hollywood too..i would like to get there early to help set up and prep the kegs,,get at me 3too3 4six5 six70nine or scanzbond at yahoo dot com
skano12.14.07 - 3:37 pm
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is this the address for the culver city trader joe's?
9290 Culver Blvd. Culver City, CA, 90232
shut up, i just want to be 100% sure.
dave c12.14.07 - 4:10 pm
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"so how many sf valley folk are planning on biking back after the ride?"
planning on riding home to Burbank. if I'm freezing I may try to grab that last train, though.
toweliesbong12.14.07 - 4:25 pm
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"DTLA will be dipping to 40"
yeah, I rode around Burbank from 10 to 11 last night. it was frigid.
toweliesbong12.14.07 - 4:27 pm
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Whilst y'all have fun, I will repeatedly bang head on table at work.
My crew is pretty much dead to me, too chickenshit to go it without me.
Take plenty of pictures and video as I would.
And party-hearty!!!
Oh, and here's a little send-off from an ARNG friend of mine.
T'was the night before Christmas
And all through the house
Everybody felt shitty
Even the mouse
Mom at the Whorehouse
And Dad smoking grass
I'd just settled down
for a nice piece of ass
When out on the lawn
I heard such a clatter
I sprung from my piece
To see what was the matter
Then out on the lawn
I saw a big dick
I knew in a moment
It must be Saint Nick
He came down the chimney
Like a Bat out of Hell
I knew in a moment
The fucker had fell
He filled our stockings
With pretzels and beer
And a big rubber dick
For my brother, the Queer
He rose up the chimney
With a thunderous fart
The son of a bitch
Blew the chimney apart
He swore and he cursed
As he rode out of sight
Piss on you all
And have a Hell of a night
bentstrider12.14.07 - 4:44 pm
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So where is the drop off? I've been scrolling down the entire discussion and got frustrated...lol
vinsabella12.14.07 - 4:50 pm
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and what is the final destination for the party and address?
thanks.
stevo
stevo412.14.07 - 5:02 pm
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google selfhelp graphics,,stevo4
skano12.14.07 - 5:07 pm
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Self Help Graphics & Art
3802 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90063
P:323 881 6444
CEE U AL TONIT !!!!!
IM SOOOOO XSIETD!!!!!!
WWWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
User112.14.07 - 5:22 pm
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Me too! i wish i could go on the damn RIDE but i werk till 11:30 so i'll be CATCHIN UP beezles.
Lance K12.14.07 - 5:47 pm
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Hollywood spoke cards, sliced & diced, done!
mr rollers12.14.07 - 6:39 pm
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And thank speedybrian2000 and the valley ridazz for a killer spoke card!
toweliesbong12.15.07 - 1:45 am
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What a fantastic ride! Thanks for the spoke cards, they look great.
How many ridazz did they have tonight? Between 300-400.
Absolutely incredible!
skd12.15.07 - 2:19 am
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HOLY SHIT THOSE TAMALES WERE SO GOOD. 2 for $2.50? holy shit, deal of the century. everybody, thanks for such an AWESOME ride.
4 sparks, 3 tecate tall cans, 5 cups of beer, and 2 bowls of weed... BED TIME.
dave c12.15.07 - 5:33 am
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SO AWESOME!!!!
I love it when I'm late for a ride and ttrying to figure out where to meett up with everyone but then I hear everyone dinging bells and yelling MR style from my window which gives me just enough time and run down with my bike and catch everyone riding by!!!! PERFECT!!!
and the site of watching the firemen (why are all firemen so gosh darn dreamy?) pick up bags and bags of ttoys was GREAT!!!
tthanks tons to eveyone involved with the planning and executting of tthis ride!!!
and for all the toynations!
redridinghood12.15.07 - 2:29 pm
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TOYNATION TO PASS!!!
word about those tamales, so amazing!
e-rock12.15.07 - 3:00 pm
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I picked up gray camelpak..hit me up if you think its yours.
deesimple12.15.07 - 10:51 pm
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great party! big ups to dee, raymond, trickmilla, the tamale folks (yum), self help graphics, LAFD and all you ridazz!!
eric12.16.07 - 12:18 am
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Who's the girl that always snakes me w/ the 2 bike per bus rule?
LB to LA w/ no light was bananas.
Thanks to dude who turned my huge plastic Supreme bag into a sling pack. Last time a bring a life size giraffe to a toy ride.
Cody12.18.07 - 1:10 am
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I wanna go.....I wannna Go'zzz
Got an empty warehouse, anyone? 
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Another dress warm reminder...