General Category => Other Things Simplex => Topic started by: Ricks on June 07, 2017, 07:34:47 AM
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Who's going to Portland this summer?
Only 6 weeks away, I am working to get my latest project finished before then!
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My son Travis and will see you there!
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Rick,
Unfortunately I won't be able to make it again this year. I'm planning on going next year for sure and look forward to meeting all you guys. You guys have fun.
Vince
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I'll be there. Mike said he wanted to go too. Everyone who loves 2 wheeled toys should attend.
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Along with the "meet", what else is nearby to see and/or experience in the area of Portland IN? If I were to make the trip, I'd go to Wright-Patterson AFB museum, maybe visit a brother in IL on the way and was wondering what else would be on the itinerary to visit or see?
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WOW. Nothing? Not even the worlds second largest ball of twine? O.K.
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Paul ,
It hasn't even been 24 hours since you asked ...
Some guys don't read this site every day , believe it or not . ;)
Pete . :)
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I figured you "old timers/regulars" (you, Rick, etc.who've been there multiple times) would have explored or known what else is around?
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I've only been to Portland once . I went there for the show . Nothing else was of interest , to me .
Meeting some of these guys and seeing way more old bikes than I've ever seen in a single place , plus buying a couple 'goodies' while there was fulfilling enough .
Pete . :)
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I am there for the meet only. There are so many people to meet and talk with, not much reason to leave. Portland is a really small town. The only place I have gone is to the Antiques market in town. Oh, and the Greasy Pickle, lol.
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The Greazy Pickle should be newly remodeled by now. Generally, each time I go o Portland I find my way to the Koffee Kup diner downtown. Thats about it or me. Ifs it is hot out Travis and I might go for a drive to cool off in the car. I started just staying right on the grounds because the aftermath of each day was great too. So many guys just sitting around and fun to strike up dialog about engines and bikes. Kind of like more bang for my Buck!
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Thanks, I was just curious. Trying to justify the really long trip with other things to possibly see and do if I went.
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Thanks, I was just curious. Trying to justify the really long trip with other things to possibly see and do if I went.
Paul, how far away are you?
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Northern Minnesota
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Northern Minnesota
Looks like that would be a 14 hour drive.
The AMCA has one of their national meets at Wauseon, Ohio the same weekend. It is about 120 miles from Portland. I am thinking about going there on Saturday.
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Who's going to Portland this summer?
Only 6 weeks away, I am working to get my latest project finished before then!
I plan on being there. This is my second year. Still a rookie.
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Who's going to Portland this summer?
Only 6 weeks away, I am working to get my latest project finished before then!
Now we are only about 3 weeks away! Totally psyched. I received my VMCA membership for 2017 in the mail last Tuesday. Has anyone else gotten their's?
I hope the weather is good and not too hot, but I'll settle for dry. LOL
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I am now looking for someone to ride with from the Mississippi, Alabama, or Florida area as Herb Weeks will not be able to attend. Mike 228-806-7670.
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Carryall, Need to convince Naomi Austin and her husband to come to the meet.. They live in St. Paul. You could car pool!!! Naomi is working on restoring her Sportsman. NJ Austin on here.
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Probably not this year but, I will make contact with them and maybe spark up a friendship of sorts and bring up the idea/possibility. Thanks for the info. You guys have fun and take pics of some of the unusual stuff if you would. I took a long ride yesterday and went to the "armor park" for awhile. Here's a pic of a 105mm howitzer there with the bike.
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Two big guns, nice! Rick C.
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Due to lack of 'fall-in' for roll call it might be we will be short a few good men! James?....No sounding of the popcorn horn this year? And Reese .. are we to assume no traditional libation this year? Where are you guys? LoL I mean....."have Simplex...will travel"! Right fellas!
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Due to lack of 'fall-in' for roll call it might be we will be short a few good men! James?....No sounding of the popcorn horn this year? And Reese .. are we to assume no traditional libation this year? Where are you guys? LoL I mean....."have Simplex...will travel"! Right fellas!
I spoke with James, he will not be there this year, but Reese told me he will be.
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What's the date this year?
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What's the date this year?
Officially starts Thursday, 7/20, but in reality it starts days earlier. I will be there Tuesday evening, and I expect it will be in full swing by then. The meet ends Monday, but most people are gone by Sunday afternoon.
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Only 1 week to go before the official opening! Hope to see some of you there.
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Mike and I should roll in Tues evening sometime. Can't wait. Bob
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I should be in around 3ish on the 19th. Long trip from Roch. NY. Can't wait. It will be great to meet you all.
This was my bike the first time trailered up for the 4th this year.
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Lovely bike it is too! Have a safe & enjoyable trip! Rick C.
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Hi all, it has been a long time since I have checked in. My wife and I have been extremely busy with the ice cream and popcorn and kettle Korn events. We will not be attending Portland this year, but hope to be there next year. I still get the simplex out with the wagon and sell popcorn during parads and special events. There are still. A lot of plans for the bike, bit not enough time. My wife has spoken with Reese wife, and they are gonna try stopping by our ice cream shop on their way this year, so that will be nice to see them. Will miss seeing the rest of you guys. Hope you all have a good time and remember to take a lot of pics.
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Off on Monday so I will be loaded and ready to leave bright and early Tuesday morning. Should get to the grounds at 2 or 3pm I think. See yas there!
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Save me a spot next to you Tom, I will be there around 4-5, if all goes well.
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First night at camp kartjockey. All is good! Met up with some of the guys!
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I hope to see you folks next year!!!!
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Guess you couldn't find a ride Mike? Hope to see you next year!
Met up at KampKartJockey with some of the guys also. If you are here, stop by and visit with us.
If you can't find us, look for the highest ground on the fairgrounds, Simplex Hill.
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Enjoy it an post some pictures!
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I'll see you guys tomorrow afternoon
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PD, where are you?
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Rick ,
I'm kinda stuck here in Streator . We are on duty this weekend with the co-hosts doing a bridal shower for a daughter , in Chicago . So , they are 'occupied' . They've been doing a lot of prep work the last few days . The whole affair seems crazy . Bridal shower in Chicago ; wedding in a town a couple hours west and the reception in another town an hour south of that . Just plain nuts .
I opened the gate at daybreak this morning to find a huge walnut branch blocking the parking lot entry . Luckily , I was able to find some rope and tie it close to the tree it was still attached to ( some 20+ feet up ), so vehicles could get in . A few hours went by before city workers showed up to clean the mess .
I hope you guys have AC in some of those trailers . It's hot here , too .
Partly Cloudy
93.5 °F
Feels Like 116 °F
And we had 98% humidity this morning , but a bit less now .
I'd rather be in Portland , dodging rain ( we had 1.5" last night ) .
Pete . :)
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Rain has been sporadic. Got some again this morning and for an hour this afternoon. It certainly didn't dampen anyone's spirits. I have bought plenty of parts while here, and sold my stretch to Mike from Oklahoma.
The park seemed to empty out a little this afternoon. This may be because they are forecasting rain for tomorrow morning through the afternoon. I am planning on heading out to the fairgrounds in the morning for a while before making the long trek home.
Maybe we will see you next year, with a running bike!
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I wanted to do some part shopping , too , and just be there .
Good for Mike . :)
Funny how a little rain quiets things .
We'll likely be out west next year and spend the summer in the Rockies . But , the summer after , I plan on Portland . We're planning on spending that summer in Michigan . That'll give us a chance to spend time with families , something we haven't done much of in years past .
Have a safe trip home .
Pete . :)
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It was good seeing You guys there, though I left Saturday. I did trooper on through two nights of sleeping wet in a tent though!
I noticed the grumpy pedaler guy was selling that orange trike.
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I did not make it this year. Really wanted to and at one point I was fairly confident that the stars were going to align and I actually would, but 2017 was once again not the year. I'm going to work towards getting there for 2018 if at all possible.
I have enjoyed following along here and checking out the photos that have been posted, so thanks for that!