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Death Valley M&G Spring 2020

Looking at a M&G in or around Death Valley Spring of 2020. Anybody in?

  • Yes

    Votes: 11 91.7%

  • Hell no

    Votes: 1 8.3%

  • If wildflowers are blooming

    Votes: 3 25.0%
  • Total voters
    12
  • Poll closed .
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Looking at pitching an event in or around Death valley for spring of 2020. Some surprisingly decent rides there and some very cool history to see. What say you SW?
 
Options are limited to High End Furnace Creek, camping, Stagecoach Casino in Beaty, or just meet for a meal at the Hamburger Stand at the golf course.
I'd be open to about anything.
 
First round in me and one option would be staying in cabins in Randsburg and take the back way past Ballarat to get there after riding whatever you’d plan for that first day. Regardless..... I’m in.
 
Looking at Beatty and Amargosa opera house. In park lodging is ridiculous. That road between Trona and Balarat is better suited to a DS bike.
 
It’s actually in good shape these days and good for some high speeds but like it said I have zero preferences. Make that plan.
 
  What month are you thinking of Mark? I've been visiting Death Valley for almost 50 yrs now. They're trying to make it upscale now with the recent renovations at the ranch. Mark
 
Sparkie said:
  What month are you thinking of Mark? I've been visiting Death Valley for almost 50 yrs now. They're trying to make it upscale now with the recent renovations at the ranch. Mark
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Hey Bosco. How are ya? Early planning stages. Just trying to gauge interest. March or April?
 
Another possibility is Shoshone Inn:

https://www.shoshonevillage.com/death-valley-lodging-shoshone-inn/

The big issue in DV is restaurants.  There aren't many.  Shoshone has the Crowbar, which is OK.  But Shoshone is in position for good riding.  Drop into DV from the south end, then ride up to Furnace Creek, then over to Panamint Springs, then up to Father Crowley Point, then back to Shoshone.

Of course, Pahrump has places to stay as well, and some OK restaurants.  Heck, if we're staying in Pahrump, we can grill at my place, for whatever that's worth.

:beerchug:
 
Interesting Thanks for the offer CMan. What is the R/T to DV from Pahrump? 50 each way?
 
Old Man on a Connie said:
Interesting Thanks for the offer CMan. What is the R/T to DV from Pahrump? 50 each way?
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From the center of town 61 miles to Furnace Creek.

From Pahrump all the way to Lone Pine, CA and back is about 330 miles round trip.  It's a nice day trip for me.
 
I'm pencilling it in.

I've been all over the surrounding area, but never dropped into Death Valley -- sounds like an adventure!

I've got a 500-mile ride to get there, but should have ample vacation days to burn that time of year.  :great:
 
Good evening everyone, I hope you’re well. Not to be selfish or anything but I’m trying to organize my spring. Anybody have any additional information about this ride? I’m planning on riding from the Dallas-Fort Worth area to death Valley because I can and because the SW COG group is awesome and I’d like to hangout with you people again.
 
Nottacop said:
Good evening everyone, I hope you’re well. Not to be selfish or anything but I’m trying to organize my spring. Anybody have any additional information about this ride? I’m planning on riding from the Dallas-Fort Worth area to death Valley because I can and because the SW COG group is awesome and I’d like to hangout with you people again.
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Let me see if I can get some dates set up for ya.
 
Nottacop said:
Awesome. Let me know if you need any remote help. 🤷🏼‍♂️
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Lets look at the month of April. I think that gives us some time between the Bun Cooler and the Nats. Weather should be sweet.
 
April temps may nudge 90f. That's considered comfortable riding out in these parts. That should be afternoon temps. Morning temps will be wonderful with low humidity.
 
Nottacop said:
Yes! That way I can do the horseshoe mountain rendezvous in Arkansas at the end of April as well.
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Glad you’re coming- the Southwest totally approves of your attendance!
 
Old Man on a Connie said:
This is what 'm looking at. Truly vintage. Local BBQ and hot springs baths. Thoughts? https://www.delightshotspringsresort.com/en-us
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April 3-5 is great with me!

I have never stayed there overnight but i have availed myself of the hot springs pools after rides and after work many times.  I like the place and would happily stay there!  Pros and cons in no particular order or priority:

Pros:
- very clean and well kept
- hot springs pools are in private “rooms”.  Walls, but open to the sky.
- RV camping spaces
- good riding location for DV!

Possible Cons:
- no smoking in the hot springs rooms.
- only 4 hot springs rooms, so have to switch out every 30 minutes if there is a line.  Nice little courtyard to wait in though.
- no alcohol in the hot springs rooms, theoretically. [Insert casual tuneless whistling here]
- last I heard they had quiet hours after 8pm.
 
Resort looks awesome -- nice find Old Man.

Nearby restaurant looks good too!

Noticed that you have to bring in your own drinking water. Maybe anyone coming in on a trailer can mule in some 1-5 gallons jugs.

:beerchug:
 
SantaCruzRider said:
Resort looks awesome -- nice find Old Man.

Nearby restaurant looks good too!

Noticed that you have to bring in your own drinking water. Maybe anyone coming in on a trailer can mule in some 1-5 gallons jugs.

:beerchug:
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Water? We don't need no steenking water.  ;)
 
Haha, maybe true. Just don't give me shite if you see me brushing my teeth while chillin' in the hot tub.

Hey, and I see the local brew pub has free refills on coffee. Wonder if they mark the date on the cups or if one is good all weekend?  :great:
 
Do we have official dates? 

It's only 1300 miles from Seattle to there.  If the timing works with other plans, I might be able to fit it in.

Chris
 
I'll have to get someone to fill in for me at the seminary class I help teach in the prison.  So I'm a maybe at this point.

With all the interesting locations for this next summer, I'm estimating 14,400 miles for just road trips.  It'll be a good year.

Chris
 
Daboo said:
I'll have to get someone to fill in for me at the seminary class I help teach in the prison.  So I'm a maybe at this point.

With all the interesting locations for this next summer, I'm estimating 14,400 miles for just road trips.  It'll be a good year.

Chris
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Luv 2 C U Beemer brother.  :beerchug:
 
never been there.  time for me to visit.... and my buddy Andre coming... How could i say no?

Ted
 
Will this be an official COG event? If so could you post a link to the calendar? I looked on the calendar and didn't see anything.
 
Nottacop said:
Will this be an official COG event? If so could you post a link to the calendar? I looked on the calendar and didn't see anything.
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It will be. Once I get the lodging nailed we'll post it up  :great:
 
Cali Cruiser said:
Rumor has it there will be a drag racing school held for some feller from up North 😂
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That's good, i can use the track time. I did a quick search and didn't see any sanctioned strips listed for the area, will it be an outlaw style event? All bs aside, I'm really excited to see this area, hopeful we'll get enough precipitation to make it scenic.
 
Many will come I’d think and it’s guaranteed to be a riot just like it always is. Good people
and good roads-  always a tough combo to beat. See ya there!
(I never speed)
 
Question: is anyone into the idea of me bringing truck and trailer to allow for a smoked pork dinner of some sort again? I’d need to plan for that so simply let me know your level of interest, thanks.
 
Cali Cruiser said:
Question: is anyone into the idea of me bringing truck and trailer to allow for a smoked pork dinner of some sort again? I’d need to plan for that so simply let me know your level of interest, thanks.
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I’m up for smoked pork!
 
Git it on yer calendar. Lodging negotiations are coming to a close. Think we will have decent rates. Now trying to get a discount at the local pub.
 
Consider it done- added to the pork game. Maybe pork spare ribs and beef ribs, some sort of massive baked taters and of course cole slaw (slightly spicy)
 
Cali Cruiser said:
Consider it done- added to the pork game. Maybe pork spare ribs and beef ribs, some sort of massive baked taters and of course cole slaw (slightly spicy)
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Here ya go folks. ALA Borrego Springs M&E&G start posting your sides to help out. Me thinks a nice pickled cucumber salad from me. May be a full gazpacho cold soup.
 
Anyone have a link to this event? I can’t find it in the calendar. Also, how are negotiations going with lodging? I’m getting a little nervous. 😬
 
Nottacop said:
Anyone have a link to this event? I can’t find it in the calendar. Also, how are negotiations going with lodging? I’m getting a little nervous. 😬
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Ink it. We're in good shape. I'll ask to get posted on the calendar this weekend. Lots of places to stay for fallback but 99% confidence in what we have now.
 
Hey Mark- when talking with the Motel ask them if the Archer Mobil Meal Wagon can stay in their lot.
 
Cali Cruiser said:
Hey Mark- when talking with the Motel ask them if the Archer Mobil Meal Wagon can stay in their lot.
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Copy. I know they have full hook ups in walking distance but will.
 
I think I need some advice.  Any recommendations on a route for getting there at that time of year. 

Taking I-80 over from the coast, means crossing Donner Pass.  Google Maps shows a ski area there.  Oops!

Any suggestions suitable for two wheels?

Chris

 
Daboo said:
I think I need some advice.  Any recommendations on a route for getting there at that time of year. 

Taking I-80 over from the coast, means crossing Donner Pass.  Google Maps shows a ski area there.  Oops!

Any suggestions suitable for two wheels?

Chris
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I strongly recommend gloves along with salt and pepper 😂
Whatever it takes just get there- it’ll be a good time!
 
Daboo said:
I think I need some advice.  Any recommendations on a route for getting there at that time of year. 

Taking I-80 over from the coast, means crossing Donner Pass.  Google Maps shows a ski area there.  Oops!

Any suggestions suitable for two wheels?

Chris


Hi Chris I am with Troy on getting there anyway you can....But looking at the map it looks like the best way if you cannot get across on the 80 in early April, might be going south to Bakersfield and then cross over to get to the Shoshone area. Probably the warmest way. Others will chime in but there is no easy way to get there from the North that time of year. Though you could get lucky and cross over and work your way south through Nevada. Looks like you could take the 5 to the 20 and then south on the 395...but the elevation might make things rough too. Let's see what others think? Hope you can make it!

:motonoises:  :motonoises:  :great:
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Thanks, I'm hoping those who know the weather conditions there will have some suggestions.  A lot will depend on what happens in the days preceeding the trip.

After I retired, I went with another guy to Utah.  As we headed south, we were being chased by a storm from the Pacific Northwest.  We got over one pass just hours before the snows came.  I'd like to not repeat that wonderful experience.  Or at least that part.  ;)

Chris
 
I was planning on 5-20-395. Should be fine unless there's a snowstorm the day before or something. Ive ridden the connie on packed snow and it sucks but not a deal breaker to get over a pass for a couple miles. Just stay loose and don't touch the brakes or gas. :-\
 
Former Reno, NV and Colfax, CA resident here, admittedly from 18 years ago.

Unless a specific storm happens, I-80 over Donner should be fine.  It’s a HUGE cross country truck route and they plow the heck out of it.  US-395 maybe nicer.  Take the advice of others north of there, as I have only been as far up as Lassen on 395.  And once you get to Reno you should be good.  Take 395 down and cross Death Valley for scenery or take US-95 for the warmer boring route.
 
Lodging is a go. Contact the resort Directly for rooms. Various options are available from 2 per room twins and queens to a house with 3 rooms that accommodate 6. If you have a group book the house. There are also travel trailers open. Book quickly. Once we have established our occupancy I can work on a discount prior to the event. Mr. Troy has again volunteered to provide eats on Sat night so start planning your sides. Working on a discount at the local brew pub for eats Friday night. April 3 through 5. I will work with Keith to get this on the calendar ricky tick with more info. Remember this is a hot springs resort so bring your soaking drawers. For those like me with MOOBS you can go topless. But just because you can does not mean you should. Counterweight is a 90% go. Need more of the gentler gender to be in. Bring your SO for some fun.  https://www.delightshotspringsresort.com/en-us
 
Old Man on a Connie said:
Cali Cruiser said:
Hey Mark- when talking with the Motel ask them if the Archer Mobil Meal Wagon can stay in their lot.
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Copy. I know they have full hook ups in walking distance but will.
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Archer cleared for staging in courtyard.
 
Room booked.

Note that the online booking website does not show all available rooms.  Call the place.  I was told I had to pay the first night in advance, no big deal to me but just letting people know.

tel:+1 760 852 4343

I could be convinced to bring a carload of bottled water in advance of Friday night.  Post here if interested.  Oh, yeah, and...

Woooooooooohoooooooooooooo!

:beerchug:
 
Ted and I are booked. Looking forward to seeing everyone again. Can’t wait to try Archers Swine. As Caffineman said; I’d call the place to reserve. Nice people. Cheers!
 
Nottacop said:
Ted and I are booked. Looking forward to seeing everyone again. Can’t wait to try Archers Swine. As Caffineman said; I’d call the place to reserve. Nice people. Cheers!
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Wait a minute!!  redline Ted, or connie_rider Ted?!?!?    :nananana:
 
Old Man on a Connie said:
Holy Smokes. 90 replies. Starting to feel like Jay/ZG.  :)) :))
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Imagine what it would be like if you were to make this the National...  ;)  :D

Chris
 
I’m thinkin these things are national level and beyond- all good people and good fun- I can’t wait to go! It’s always a blast! What about Mr Charby, is he in?
 
HeavyRotation said:
$360 for two nights is Ouchy
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60 per night in their RV spot- just called and set to go. Bringing at least two smokers and will be there a day early to get things done for those who make it.
 
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