5th Nat'l NT Rally - Jul 8-11, 2015 - Spearfish, SD

[junglejim]

Kevin, Phil and I, along with Len and a few others plan to arrive on the 7th. Don't know about Phil, but I'll probably in about mid to late afternoon. I e-mailed the campground for reservation earlier, but Phil is staying at Bells Motel. Seems like more folks are staying in the motel this year. Hope they don't know something that I'm missing.

 

[artemedes]

Yeah, I read that a few showing up on the 7th. I thought I read that Phil and Redbird were headed there the morning of the 7th. It is better for me to break the ride up into two days, so I figured I could leave home on the sixth, head west and meet them in the morning on the 7th. I am open to suggestions though. My vacation actually starts tomorrow so I have plenty of time to get to NE CO. I have rode my DR650 from home to Colorado Springs in one day (700+ miles). The new tiger should be easier.

 

[Phil Tarman]

Kevin, Ken and I (along with a Concours buddy) will be leaving Greeley on Tuesday the 7th. I had been going to ride up Wednesday, but Jim Rau is getting there on Tuesday and leaving early Friday morning and I haven't seen his smiling face since Prince George early in the Epic Ride, so I decided to go up on Tuesday.

I had planned on camping, but after Eldon canceled his room, I decided to stay at Bell's.

We'd love to have you join us for the ride up!

 

[enigmatic biker]

Jim...as far as Bell's goes, we had a real nice evening round table bull session last year with cigars and cold frosty beverages with Rich, Doug, Eldon (gonna miss him this year) and myself. And, you can't beat clean sheets, showers and A/C for about $60 a night. camping is nice, but I like to pamper myself a little and my back loves sleeping in a bed. Still planning on leaving Spokane Monday early. RON in Billings, then into Spearfish Tuesday, but you know travel plans. They can change over-night. Ride safe all.

 

[artemedes]

My bike's oil is changed. The chain has been given it's most thorough cleaning thus far. I packed all the riding and camping gear. I am so ready for this trip! I missed last year because work made me cancel and I have only done little weekend trips since my trip two years ago (including Spearfish). To say I have been looking forward to this is an understatement.

 

[Phil Tarman]

We're all anxious to see your new Triumph.







Oh! You, too!

 

[RedBird]

Glad you are going to join us for the ride up Kevin. You are way ahead of me. I have nothing packed. I'll maybe pack Sunday, ...or Monday. See you soon.

Oh, and your new Triumph too!

 

[Mellow]

Lol good one.

 

[mikesim]

Y'all have a great time and ride safe! One day I may make to a rally.

Mike

 

[Yoda]

I rode solo from Albuquerque to Calgary, Canada June 26, 27, 28 and 29. 1555 miles with daily peak temps well over 100 F. Passed thru Moab mid day at about 108 F.

Along with Bill Jackson from Calgary, we rode together to Banf and Jasper on Canada Day, July 1. Lots of very patriotic folks celebrating, capped off with fireworks after dark at 11:30 pm. Then, we returned to Calgary July 2. Georgeous views at every turn, with Lake Louise, the Icefield Parkway, and beautiful alpine towns. Paid 1.779 (Canadian) per Liter of fuel at Saskatchewan Station. Highest price in Canada.

We left Calgary this morning, rode thru Glacier Nat'l Park on Going to The Sun road, arrived this afternoon in Kalispell. More beautiful scenery at every turn.

Will be heading to Helena tomorrow, Billings on Monday, then Cody WY on Tuesday. Should arrive in Spearfish as scheduled on Wednesday afternoon July 8. Looking forward to getting together with old and new friends!

 

[Comanche]

On your way to Cody, you going to ride Beartooth and Chief Joseph? After I leave Spearfish, I'm going into Canada (though not as far as you, then down to Glasgow. I'll be going through Cody, with a detour over Beartooth from Billings.

Looking forward to seeing you again, Rich.

 

[Phil Tarman]

See you guys next week!

 

[Comanche]

On the way out the door in a few minutes. See you guys folks in Spearfish.

 

[Mellow]

On the way out the door in a few minutes. See you guys folks in Spearfish.

Have a safe and fun trip, planning on heading out tomorrow sometime.

 

[junglejim]

My last minute chores.
Honey do add-on chores.
Packing and bike prep.
Leaving tomorrow (in the rain).
Can't wait. Like a kid at Christmas.

 

[Mellow]

Bike packed. .
Lawn mowed..
Gotta work a little, then I'm off!

 

[Yoda]

On my way, too. Guess photo's are required for proof? Here they are.

 

[Phil Tarman]

Yep. Those pictures make it look like you're on your way. Had you ever ridden the Ice-Fields Parkway before? What a spectacular ride!

 

[Yoda]

No, I had not been to Banf, the Icefield Parkway, or Jasper before. It was a great ride and I enjoyed it immensely!

Unfortunately, after arriving in Helena, MT saturday July 4th, my riding buddy Bill Jackson (from Calgary) discovered that his front tire was wearing out very quickly. We tried with no luck to find a tire anywhere in Montana saturday and today. So, Bill put safety first, and rode home to Calgary today.

That puts me back to riding solo. I'm in Billings, MT tonight, on my way over Beartooth pass and Chief Joseph tomorrow. I'll stay in Cody, WY tomorrow night and arrive on schedule Wednesday afternoon in Spearfish.

Of course, my reservation is for a room with two beds, Wed. Thur, and Fri night. Any tent camper who wants to share the cost of a room at Bell's Motor Lodge? Total price for three nights is $253, not sure if that includes taxes or not.

Unfortunately, my T-Mobile cell phone is not working anywhere in Montana, so I can't be contacted by phone. But, if anyone is interested in sharing the room send me a PM here on the NT forum and I will respond when I have WiFi available.

 

[Phil Tarman]

Sorry your buddy's tire went away. If the weather stays cool and damp, you may have to beat those potential room-sharers off with a stick!