Ride to Delaware Beach?

[PalmettoX]

Pat and I would like to ride down to the Delaware Seashore State Park, just south of Rehoboth Beach one Monday while it's still summer. There are bath houses and concession stands, and it's only a 2 hour ride during the week (no weekend shore traffic) from Southern Chester Co. We were thinking Mondays to avoid the weekend beach traffic. Anyone interested in considering the following Monday dates to join us? Aug23, Aug30, Sept13?
Steve

[CaptnGus]

Steve,

August 30th and September 13th are both good for me! On August 23rd I should be returning from a trip to Wellsboro, PA, so that date is no good for me.

That trip to the Delaware shore is usually pretty nice, when there's no traffic. I was just in Lewes, DE last week. Unfortunately, I was there in dress uniform for that fallen DE State Trooper's funeral.

Gus

[chefcpb]

Hey guys,
I visit Fenwick often but never have rolled down on my bike before. I might be interested in tagging along if I can get the ok from the wife. There is a great new restaurant that opened up there in January called the Cabana Grille. If you like good food that is the place to go.

[T-bone22]

Aug 23 is good for me .. that's a real nice ride..keep me posted

Terry
1800c candy orange

[PalmettoX]

Well, I now have a Dr. appointment on August 23 at 1:00 PM, so that day is out. I'd like to shoot for Monday, August 30. I'd like to leave here as early as possible, and ride down DE Route 1. We can make a stop along the way for gas/drinks, etc. We can meet somewhere along DE Route 1, I will be coming down Route 896 from Newark, DE, and hitting Route 1 near Odessa, DE (about 6 miles south of the Route 1 bridge that goes over the C&D Canal). We can pick a more exact spot once we find out who else wants to go. It ought to be a easy but great ride. The time is flexible, but the earlier the better in my book (meeting at Route 1/Route 896 at 9:00 AM is good for me, but I'm open for other suggestions). How about it, any other thoughts?
Steve

[RagMan]

Mind if I tag along?

[PalmettoX]

Hi John. I was hoping you'd want to come along! Haven't seen you in a little while. I'm going to eat breakfast & then go out for a ride before the afternoon t-storms arrive. Not sure which direction I'll go. That makes 2 Retro's going to the beach....any "C's" interested??
Steve

[CaptnGus]

Steve!

THREE Retros!

I should be able to make the trip on the 30th.

Gus

[vtxhdcii]

I might be able to make the 30th. Let us know what you decide!

[RagMan]

Steve,

I couldn't wait for you any longer. I mounted the Kury longhorns with quick clamps and ISO pegs on my engine guards. Probably could have gone with the regular mounts. They are BIG (REAL BIG) but real comfy. At my age, comfy is the goal.

I'm ready for the DE ride.

Capt...I'll look like Dennis cruising down the road on his Goldwing but I'll have a bunch of black stuff around me.

[RagMan]

Hey guys,
I visit Fenwick often but never have rolled down on my bike before. I might be interested in tagging along if I can get the ok from the wife. There is a great new restaurant that opened up there in January called the Cabana Grille. If you like good food that is the place to go.

If the chef says it's good, then it's good. Ima goin.

[s752b]

I'm in!

[s752b]

I have no quote... I am in love with my wife.

[s752b]

My bike was easier to figure out than this damn bulletin board.

[T-bone22]

I'll have to take a sick day ..but sounds good to me :D :D
long as rain will hold out :shock: I'm in :D
where do we meet :?:
need directions :D

look foward to meeting everybody :D :D

Terry
1800 C
candy orange

[PalmettoX]

The time is flexible, but the earlier the better in my book (meeting at Route 1/Route 896 at 9:00 AM is good for me, but I'm open for other suggestions). How about it, any other thoughts?
Steve

I'd like to meet somewhere near the intersection of De Route 1 and Route 896, at "Boyd's Corner", which is 1/2 way between where Rt 1 crosses the C&D Canal and Odessa, DE. I think there's a WAWA on the corner, but I'm not sure. Guess that sounds like I'll have to ride down there and pick a spot to meet up!! Should be a good ride for an afternoon, since Boyd's Corner is only about 30 miles from the house. Wanna do it some afternoon this week after I get home from work, Ragman?

Pat just reminded me that SHE has a Dr. appointment on the 30th, so I may be traveling solo. It's either that, or I reschedule my Dr. appointment from the 23rd to the 30th (which sounds like the thing to do). Does anyone who wants to go on the 30th have a problem if we go on the 23rd instead?? The 23rd is still 3 weeks away, so we still have plenty of time for planning.
Steve

[T-bone22]

23rd works better for me ..don't need to use a sick day
let me know
Terry

[CaptnGus]

Steve,

I guess I could do the 23rd, but the 30th is better for me. We will be coming back from a trip to Wellsboro on the 22nd. I might need a break from the bike, after that trip! We may decide to stay an extra day, and come back the 23rd. In that case, I couldn't make it, anyway.

Gus

[RagMan]

The 23rd is bad for me. My boss told me yesterday that I need to stay local during that period.

[RagMan]

The time is flexible, but the earlier the better in my book (meeting at Route 1/Route 896 at 9:00 AM is good for me, but I'm open for other suggestions). How about it, any other thoughts?
Steve

I'd like to meet somewhere near the intersection of De Route 1 and Route 896, at "Boyd's Corner", which is 1/2 way between where Rt 1 crosses the C&D Canal and Odessa, DE. I think there's a WAWA on the corner, but I'm not sure. Guess that sounds like I'll have to ride down there and pick a spot to meet up!! Should be a good ride for an afternoon, since Boyd's Corner is only about 30 miles from the house. Wanna do it some afternoon this week after I get home from work, Ragman?

Steve...Let me know when you want to go. I may be able to get out for a couple of hours.

Pat just reminded me that SHE has a Dr. appointment on the 30th, so I may be traveling solo. It's either that, or I reschedule my Dr. appointment from the 23rd to the 30th (which sounds like the thing to do). Does anyone who wants to go on the 30th have a problem if we go on the 23rd instead?? The 23rd is still 3 weeks away, so we still have plenty of time for planning.
Steve

[PalmettoX]

Hi John.
I looked at the WAWA web site, and there IS a WAWA at the corner of De Rt 1 and 896, so we really don't have to check it out in person. Tomorrow (Wednesday) after work I need to go to Havre de Grace to do a vessel safety check on a sailboat. If it's not raining, I'm going by bike.
Looks like it's a toss-up between the 23rd and the 30th. Let's see if we get any more votes this week, then I'll make an "executive decision".....
Steve

[CaptnGus]

I vote for the 30th...again!

Gus

[T-bone22]

I vote the 23rd or the 30th as long as we get there :D
hope we figure this out soon my fingers are getting tired :lol:
keep them post coming

Terry

[RagMan]

30th :D

[PalmettoX]

Looks like August 30th wins.
I'd like us to meet up at the WAWA that is located at the intersection of Route 896 and US Route 13 on August 30 at 9:00 AM.

If you're coming from the North, come down Delaware Route 1 to the Route 896 exit, make a right onto Route 896 north for about 100 yards to US Route 13. The WAWA is at the corner of 896 and 13. We can gas up and get something to drink, then head south on DE Route 1 at 9:30 AM. I'll be providing updates, including my cell phone number, as the 30th looms closer. I'll probably ask for confirmations so we know who plans to take the ride, and then take a head count at WAWA.

I'd like to stop at the DE State Park on Fenwick Island for an hour or so to swim. There is a bath house with showers there, as well as a concession stand. Those who want to swim can swim, if you don't, it's a great place with picnic tables, etc to just sit and talk. We can do that on the way down before lunch, or after lunch on the way back. We can take votes at WAWA. Again, give me your thoughts on what YOU would like to do. Also, chefcpb, exactly where is the "The Cabana Grille"?

Let the ride begin!

Hope to see many of you next Satruday, the 14th, up in Pipersville, Bucks County. (RAGMAN, if you're going, let's go up together??)

Steve

[zzwiz]

hey

I' m new to the site. I've gotten alot of good info about my 04 vtx 1300c.
I live in Wilmington Del. and would be interested in the ride to the beach. mondays would be good , the weekends are to crowded.
Two weeks ago I rode the bike to Fenwick and stayed for a week, the state park there is really nice.

Gotta run , talk at you later

[PalmettoX]

Hi zzwiz. Welcome to the world of "X"'s.
As my last post says, looks like August 30 is the day. We'll meet at the WAWA that's at the intersection of Route 896 and US Route 13 at 9:00 AM. You're certainly welcome to join us. You'll find that the bunch here is friendly and cool, from all parts of the area with all kinds of experiences.
Hope you can join us on the 30th! ALso, a bunch of us are meeting up in Bucks County, PA on this Saturday, August 14. I live in Southern Chester County, about 8 miles north of Newark, DE, just off Route 896. You're welcome to join us on the 14th, too.
Ride Safe,
Steve

[T-bone22]

Hi also zzwiz and welcome :D :D I'm kinda new to this board too
and let me tell ya what a great bunch of people...like they say "you meet the nicest people on Honda's" I live in Wilmington too give me a shout we can hook up and take a ride.. Steve i went out to find this wawa yesterday
no luck :( i went up Rt 1 from 202 got off the exit 896 made a rt wound up at
rout 10 turned around went over Rt 1 again no wawa where did I mess up :?: :( I could see my self ridding all day to find everybody :lol:
HELP :lol:

Terry
1800c
candy orange,mustang Venomsssssssss

[RagMan]

Terry,

Now that is funny :D :D :D :D :D

You were on PA RT1. Steve is talking about the DE RT1. The Wawa is on DE RT 13 and 896.

You were very close to where Steve and I live.

[T-bone22]

:D :lol: :D :lol: :D :lol: Hey sure was nice up there :!:
but like I said I could drive around for days before I found ya

now I know where that is it's about 15min from my house..
I'm getting older :D
Terry

thanks for the info :D

[T-bone22]

I don't think even GPS would help me... my wife is still :lol:
oh well.. good thing I'll have someone to follow :lol:
might wind up in Camden..N.J. hard to swim there you could get a glow from the water :lol:

Terry
1800c w/o GPS or a map :mcrider:

[RagMan]

Terry,

My brother-in-law did the same thing. He was on his way to the DE beach down PA RT1. He wound-up in DC.

[T-bone22]

My wife just gave me a map of the bathroom so I don't get lost :D :a13:



Terry A.K.A lost every where I go 8)

[T-bone22]

Hi Guys Haven't herd from anybody in some time :( are we still heading out on the 30Th :?: if yes how many people are meeting up??? Rag man I found the WAWA!!!! YAHOO ..getting close :D :D Think the rain will hold out :?:
Terry
C
mustang and a new set of VENOMSSSSSSSSSS
anybody into Hot wheels I have about 60 or so to sell :D hot cars all on the card and about 40 or 50 loose cars + Racing champions rail dragsters lmk give me pm.. CHEEP!!

[RagMan]

You have earned your Indian name. "Fucarwee"

[CaptnGus]

I'm planning to go!

Gus

[RagMan]

Don't follow T-Bone22!!!

[CaptnGus]

Ragman,

Are you coing out on the 28th...to look at CUSTOM BIKES?

Are you allowed?

Gus

[RagMan]

Sorry Capt...gotta pass on that one. I will just be getting back from Wichita late on the 27th. I am hoping to make the DE trip though.

[CaptnGus]

Ragman,

OK pal. We'll look for you then.

Gus

[T-bone22]

I'll go first!!:lol: we could wind up in Canada :beer2: :beer3: :mcrider:
Terry

[CaptnGus]

Steve,

Well, we didn't go to our Wellsboro, PA weekend, because of the lousy weather forecast. We did the "southern waterfront tour" today instead. Rode down to Cambridge, MD on the eastern shore. Then east across the state to Ocean City, MD. Then north into DE, to Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach, Dewey Beach, Rehoboth, and Lewes. Headed back home from there. It was 355 miles for the day. We would've stayed over somewhere, if it wasn't supposed to rain all day tomorrow. I don't know if I can come to the trip on the 30th now! Just kidding.

Gus

[RagMan]

WOW Capt!!! Yall did good. I bet that was a great trip. Did you say a few words near the Eagle's nest?

I'm here in beautiful Wichita. At the airport here, there is a "Big Dog" motorcycle on display. I think there is a dealer here who has a bunch of them. I may go on over and stare at them for a while.

[RagMan]

I'll go first!!:lol: we could wind up in Canada :beer2: :beer3: :mcrider:
Terry

I bet you could take us on some wild rides T-bone. No tellen where we would wind up. If your leading, I'll bring a tent just in case. :chef2:

[CaptnGus]

Hey Ragman,

Don't breathe too hard on that Big Dog bike...and don't even think about touching it! It just might fall apart on you. I hear their customers have been making alot of quality control complaints about Big Dogs. Amazing how they get such good magazine reviews, though.

Yes, we paid our respects to the EAGLE.

Gus

[PalmettoX]

Hi Guys. I'm done with business travel for about a week, so it's time to get serious about the ride to Fenwick Island, DE on Monday, August 30. Still planning to meet whomever wants to go at the WAWA, at the intersection of Rt 896 and DELAWARE Route 13, near DELAWARE Route 1.

From one of my previous posts:
If you're coming from the North, come down Delaware Route 1 to the Route 896 exit, make a right onto Route 896 north for about 100 yards to US Route 13. The WAWA is at the corner of 896 and 13. We can gas up and get something to drink, then head south on DE Route 1 at 9:30 AM. I'll be providing updates, including my cell phone number, as the 30th looms closer. I'll probably ask for confirmations so we know who plans to take the ride, and then take a head count at WAWA.

I'd like to stop at the DE State Park on Fenwick Island for an hour or so to swim. There is a bath house with showers there, as well as a concession stand. Those who want to swim can swim, if you don't, it's a great place with picnic tables, etc to just sit and talk. We can do that on the way down before lunch, or after lunch on the way back. We can take votes at WAWA. Again, give me your thoughts on what YOU would like to do. Also, chefcpb, exactly where is the "The Cabana Grille"?


I'll be at the WAWA about 8:30 AM. Who else is gonna be there, so I know how many bikes to expect? I can provide my cell phone number if anyone needs it....
Steve

[CaptnGus]

Steve,

I still plan to meet you there, providing I can find it. I looked for that Wawa on my way back from Fenwick Island last week, but didn't see it. I know who NOT to follow there...

Gus

[PalmettoX]

The WAWA is NOT on Route 1....it is at the intersection of Route 896 and Route 13, about 100 yards off of Route 1 (see directions on previous post). Ragman said he found it OK....
Steve

[zzwiz]

Hi all

just got home from Fenwick today, been there all week . The weather was great and the the riding is great down in that area.

I still plan on making the trip on Monday. Looking forward meeting the group.

Keep your fingers cross about the weather.

talk to you later.

Lyle

[CaptnGus]

Steve!

I can still see a Wawa when it's 100 yds away! Well...apparently not...

Ragman found it? He must've been following you, then.

Gus

[CaptnGus]

Steve,

I put a good word in, and pulled a few strings. It looks like I may have had Monday's showers pushed back until Tuesday. Keep your fingers crossed. Send up a signal flare when you get to the Wawa.

@#$%&*! This means Ragman will be there, and I'll have to wash my bike for the third time this weekend! I don't want to disappoint him.

Gus

[CaptnGus]

Steve,

I don't mean to beat a dead horse here. Does "Boyd's Corner" sound right for that Wawa location?

In theory, I could come south on US Rt. 1, to 796, through Jennersville, past Ragman's house, to 896. Then 896 to 301/896 south to Rt. 13. Does that sound right? I could avoid I-95 that way.

Where are you and Ragman meeting up, or leaving from? Maybe I could meet up with you in Jennersville, or somewhere.

Thanks,
Gus

[PalmettoX]

Capt, Here is the link for the WAWA store at Boyd's corner:
http://www.wawa.com/storelocator/storeloc-results.asp?StoreNumber=828

The zip code is 19709. If the link above doesn't work, go to www.wawa.com (http://www.wawa.com), then enter 19709 under "Search by Zip".

Yes, your route will work. Ragman and I could meet you at the Sunoco A+ in New London on Route 896 if you want. It is located on Rt 896, about 3/4 mile South of the route 796/896 intersection. The Sunoco A+ will be on your left side. How about 7:45 AM?? That way, the 3 of us can get lost together! That should leave us plenty of time to get to the WAWA by 8:30 or so, and be able to take a break.

Ragman and I haven't talked yet. We'll hook up later today by phone.
Here is my cell phone number in case anyone has questions or needs to cancel:
(484) 678-3420

If those wanting to go will give me a call or e-mail, I'll have their cell numbers in case needed.

The Captain's right (as always), the weather forecast looks good. High at Ocean City, MD is only supposed to be in high 70's so it should be a great day for riding, although if it doesn't feel hot, I will probably skip the dip in the Atlantic at Fenwick Island! We'll talk more at the WAWA tomorrow morning by 9:00 AM.

Steve

[CaptnGus]

OK Steve,

Sounds good...unless Ragman objects. I don't know if he wants me in his neighborhood. You haven't heard from him, because he's too busy cleaning his bike. Being in the rag business sure comes in handy.

They are calling for 30% chance of thunderstorms during the day, and 50% in the evening. This big storm down south could change everything. If the weather forecast gets worse, I won't be coming. Rain is one thing, t-storms are bad news. I'll call your cell number if I cancel. My cell number is 610-733-4970. Otherwise, I will see you at the A+. If you change the location or time, just let me know. If I'm late, don't wait for me. I can find the Wawa from there.

Gus

[RagMan]

Hey Guys...I'm back. While in Wichita, I took a tour of the Big Dog manufacturing plant. Nice operation!! Bikes are beautiful and pricey. I stared at them for a few hours but still happy that I own a VTX.

The jury is still out for me for tomorrow (8/30). I will know later today. I left a msg. with my boss (who is on vacation) to see if there is anything pressing for tomorrow.

Capt, I talked with the Sheriff and got you a pass to enter our town for the morning of 8/30. On the way back though, you may need to find another route. The morning pass is only good for 27 min.

[CaptnGus]

Ragman,

That was a good one! As far as your Sheriff goes, I have a permanent pass that I've earned many times over. It's my tin shield.

I don't know guys...the weather is getting funky with that storm. My mother-in-law also has some problems that I may need to deal with tomorrow. It's always something. I'll let you know.

Gus

[PalmettoX]

Capt:
I just checked with AccuWeather.com. Ocean City, MD is still not calling for any rain until 7PM tomorrow (going by the hourly forecast). While there is ALWAYS the chance of an afternoon t-shower (gettin' cloudy here right now, but I bet it don't rain). I agree that we will cancel if the forecast is calling for rain, but right now it's not. Thanks for the cell phone number....I may check with you 1st thing in the AM if not sooner.

Ragman, I'll give you a phone call this evening.

Who else is planning on going besides me, Capt Gus, zzwiz, and (maybe) Ragman? Are you still coming, T-bone? Who else?

Steve

[RagMan]

I'm out for now. Got to go to work. If anything changes, I will meet yall at A+ at 07:45. If I'm not there, leave without me.

[PalmettoX]

Like I said on the phone, we'll be thinkin' of ya, Ragman.

Gus, thanks for your cell number. I'll be waiting at the A+ in New London for ya in the AM. I'll be there by 7:45. If your plans change, just call my cell (it has voice mail if I don't pick up) and let me know you won't be there. Since you're the only confirmation (haven't heard from T-bone or zzwiz today), I'll wait on you at the A+ unless I hear otherwise. If no one else shows at the WAWA at Boyd's Corner, you and I will decide what to do from there. If it's raining in the morning (which is isn't SUPPOSED to be!!), I'll call your cell to talk about postponing.

Steve

[CaptnGus]

Steve,

I'm sorry for the late notice, but I have to bow out of the trip as well. I know that I'm one of the ones who voted for the 30th. I was going to say, at least you had John to go with you, but I see that he can't make it either. I have an urgent family problem to take care of (mother-in-law got herself into a pickle). I tried to push it off until Tuesday, but couldn't. I couldn't do anything about it earlier, because of the weekend. I was really looking forward to this trip, and I hope we can do it again sometime soon. If you don't get this e-mail tonight, I will call you in the morning.

Gus

[T-bone22]

Sorry guys but I can't make it :cry: my father-in-law went into the hospital today, me and the wife are going to see him tomorrow
he has had Cancer for some time and well to make a long story short..
He isn't doing to well so maybe next time.
talk to you all soon Terry

[PalmettoX]

Hi Guys. Sorry about the family illnesses. I know what you're going thru, as I lost both my parents, my father just 2 years ago.

Well, not much use me going by myself, as not even my wife Pat can go (remember, she has a Dr. appointment, and that was the reason for "voting" for the 23rd or the 30th). She and I will reschedule for September.

Guess I'll find somewhere else to ride tomorrow.

Maybe we can do the Fenwick Island trip on the 2nd Saturday in September (Sept 11), unless someone can come up with a ride we can do in honor or 9/11 ???

Steve

[CaptnGus]

OK Steve,

I'm glad at least that you got the messages in time.

Sept. 11th we will be returning from our vacation in the NC Outer Banks. I'll be traveling north on Rt. 13 and 1. I'll wave to you!

Gus

[T-bone22]

Unless something happens Sept 11 is good for me "think about going to N.Y. at the memorial :?: maybe pay our respects" just an Idea :)
keep me posted
Terry

[zzwiz]

Sorry to hear about the family illness . Know what that's about , going thru the same thing with my mom.

Sept. 11,12,13 is Delmarva Bike week in Ocean City MD. I didn't go last year but it sounds like there will be alot going on this year. That might be a good trip.

they have a website http://delmarvabikeweek.com

If anybody wants to take a ride on Monday the 30 th give me a call.
Cell # 302-388-2105

Talk to you later

Lyle

[CaptnGus]

Well, its's pouring buckets of rain in southern DE right now. I just heard from a friend in Rehoboth Beach, and saw it on the Weather Channel.

T-Bone, sorry about your father-in-law. We've had alot of illness in my family, too. I know what you must be going through.

Gus

[RagMan]

T-Bone...You, your wife, her family and her father are in our prayers.

[djdiapers]

I just bought the exact bike and live in East Norriton. How do you like your green machine?

Dave :D

[CaptnGus]

I might not get to enjoy my beach vacation, thanks to Hurricane Frances! I hope that it doesn't affect the bike show.

Indian Larry was scheduled to appear at Delmarva Bike Week. It's such a shame...

Gus