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JohnnyB
01-12-2019, 10:33 AM
Who's up for another get together in Eureka Springs

like last year the week before Meorial Day May 20-23 , 2019

same hotel ( I'll call about group rate)

Great Roads excellent food I can't ask for more

Sound off if interested

MDO
01-12-2019, 10:49 AM
How many people attended last year's gathering?

JohnnyB
01-12-2019, 10:52 AM
Not sure I can put a specific number as we had people come and go at various times

Do remember we had a very nice group

Trail Blazer
01-12-2019, 12:59 PM
you fast talking thing you, we are all in. one thing we have been there 2 times in May and it has rained every trip, ( is May there rainy season )

radismukes
01-12-2019, 09:11 PM
We are in. Great times and rides :D

TonkaDriver
01-13-2019, 10:07 AM
I'm in and this will be my first gathering of any kind. Looking forward to meeting others from the forum.

Kurt

Trail Blazer
01-13-2019, 10:24 AM
I'm in and this will be my first gathering of any kind. Looking forward to meet

Kurt

Hay Kurt, you will enjoy the gathering, any of them. we ride, eat & visit. I guess if I had to choose which I like best it would be the visiting. Ark. is a great place to ride, Many good roads.

also put Kerrville, Texas on you list, we have a lot of fun on that gathering also. this one in is Oct.

ride safe & often

JohnnyB
01-13-2019, 12:49 PM
I started this thread about Eureka Springs NOT fing someplace in another state

You want to talk about somewhere else start a thread about it

TonkaDriver
01-13-2019, 04:11 PM
Who's up for another get together in Eureka Springs

like last year the week before Meorial Day May 20-23 , 2019

same hotel ( I'll call about group rate)

Great Roads excellent food I can't ask for more

Sound off if interested

I will make reservations as soon as you post that the motel is onboard. I am already scheduled for vacation for that week.

Big Juice
01-15-2019, 11:42 AM
I started this thread about Eureka Springs NOT fing someplace in another state

You want to talk about somewhere else start a thread about it

Chill out, John, really?

Junior was just informing the new guy about places to go to enjoy being with other trikers.

JohnnyB
01-15-2019, 11:56 AM
Chill out, John, really?

Junior was just informing the new guy about places to go to enjoy being with other trikers.

You obviously missed the entire page (deleted by administrator) about another event.

Not a chance I chill out

Trail Blazer
01-15-2019, 12:38 PM
You obviously missed the entire page (deleted by administrator) about another event.

Not a chance I chill out

Johnny I to thought you was talking about me when I said there was another gathering in Kerrville Tx in Oct. I miss the page you said was deleted

bingle50
01-15-2019, 02:32 PM
Any news on the hotel, name?

thanks

JohnnyB
01-15-2019, 03:18 PM
Johnny I to thought you was talking about me when I said there was another gathering in Kerrville Tx in Oct. I miss the page you said was deleted

Trail Blazer your post is fine it was the others that went into a whole lot more

I called the Regency Inn last years host - they are closed until mid February.

I've stayed there and at the Lodge and both are excellent hotels though the lodge a little smaller with a different style layout.

Big Juice mentioned last year to let everyone stay where they like and meet in the am for rides. I personally like the evening cigar and bs sessions ( Juice got a couple good ones for this year)

rates are competitive with the various places

Whatever group wants to do is fine I'll call Regency for group rate in February if that what is preferred

bingle50
01-15-2019, 04:13 PM
I called the Regency Inn last years host - they are closed until mid February.

Whatever group wants to do is fine I'll call Regency for group rate in February if that what is preferred

Thanks for the quick response, the wife and I love Eureka Springs, we have been going at least once a year since 2004.

We would be interested in joining this ride if ok and our other projects allow.

Jim

Big Juice
01-16-2019, 10:55 AM
You obviously missed the entire page (deleted by administrator) about another event.

Not a chance I chill out

Glad it was not about Trail Blazer.........not knowing about the deleted page, then seeing what you wrote, after what Junior said, it looked as if you were talking about him, sorry.

MDF48
01-16-2019, 02:24 PM
I was part of a group of about 15 from Mississippi that enjoyed a 5 day visit to Eureka Springs and that area in Late May of 2010. We stayed at the Riders Rest Motel at 4092 E. Van Buren and everybody liked it. The riding in that area is great and we lucked up and had good weather. At that time there was a Lady that owned the Riders Rest and she was a character. She didn't put up with foolishness but you could have a good time. If I remember correctly, it had a nice little covered cooking area down the hill behind it where you could cook and party. I need to make another trip back to Eureka Springs, I really enjoyed it.

TonkaDriver
01-28-2019, 10:17 AM
109 days till I leave for Eureka Springs.

6X3
01-31-2019, 08:57 PM
I'll be there. Not sure where I'm going to stay.

TonkaDriver
02-27-2019, 10:17 AM
Things are coming together for Eureka Springs. I am looking for recommendations of a rain proof bag the will fit on the back seat. I have a backrest. It should be large enough to hold everything needed for three changes of clothes plus rain gear and toiletries. Its difficult to tell from pictures the quality of bags when shopping online. Any advice would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

Kurt

6X3
02-27-2019, 11:31 AM
Many sizes. Industrial strength. Never leak. Never wear iut.

LadyonaMission
02-27-2019, 12:44 PM
Kurt. Check this out. https://www.nelsonrigg.com/luggage/adventure-deluxe-dry-bag-md-black-detail.html

bingle50
02-27-2019, 02:53 PM
Who's up for another get together in Eureka Springs

like last year the week before Meorial Day May 20-23 , 2019

same hotel ( I'll call about group rate)

Sound off if interested

Has a call been made to the hotel? Is there something about this gathering on another site?

The wife and I are interested in a Eureka Springs, spring run.

vwbug72501
02-27-2019, 03:29 PM
Check out Dry Bags at Walmart: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Ozark-Trail-30L-Dry-Waterproof-Bag-Duffel-with-Shoulder-Strap/48931056

hogmemberisold
02-27-2019, 08:13 PM
We are checking this out also.... any update?

6X3
02-27-2019, 09:31 PM
Have reservations at Stonegate. Coo, biker friendly place.

hogmemberisold
03-09-2019, 02:33 PM
This thread is scary dead....

6X3
03-09-2019, 04:12 PM
This thread is scary dead....

Big talk, no walk. But I will be there no matter what.

TonkaDriver
03-10-2019, 09:15 AM
I am leaving Bagdad, AZ May 16 and avoiding Interstates all the way. Looking forward to some good riding in the Ozarks. Hopefully as it gets closer there will be more activity on this thread.

Kurt

radismukes
03-11-2019, 01:33 AM
Just booked my room 5/19 - 23 @ Regency Inn :)

Stated just about sold out

TonkaDriver
03-11-2019, 09:40 AM
Just booked my room also at the Regency Inn. I have overnight stops in Socorro, NM Lubbock, TX and Moyers, OK on the way there. Except for a few unavoidable intestate miles it is all State and US highways.

Kurt

JohnnyB
03-14-2019, 09:34 AM
Only a few have committed making it kind of hard for a group rate If planning on coming to Eureka Springs please post as we need at least ten rooms for a groupWife and I plan on arriving on May 19

6X3
03-14-2019, 10:48 PM
Only a few have committed making it kind of hard for a group rate If planning on coming to Eureka Springs please post as we need at least ten rooms for a groupWife and I plan on arriving on May 19

Sorry, but did I miss someone saying this is our hotel at $X price, make your reservation by xyz date, or the price will go up? ? I'll be there, but I'm staying somewhere else.

JohnnyB
03-15-2019, 05:21 AM
I must have missed it too

as of now we do Not have enough for a group rate by my count 5 with some staying elsewhere( fine to each his own)

regency is where group was last year. Excellent rate without the group for a nice clean place

radismukes
03-15-2019, 02:37 PM
I must have missed it too

as of now we do Not have enough for a group rate by my count 5 with some staying elsewhere( fine to each his own)

regency is where group was last year. Excellent rate without the group for a nice clean place

Johnny do you have a head count for TT ridering attending?

JohnnyB
03-15-2019, 05:20 PM
Like I said above I'm counting about 5 right now

its a shame people don't take advantage of this area awesome roads and stuff to see and some great food

bingle50
03-15-2019, 10:36 PM
The wife & I are in the Regency, arriving Sunday, May 19th.

JohnnyB
03-16-2019, 08:40 AM
Looking like 10-12 right now numbers wise including better halves

judy and I planning to be in sometime Sunday 5/19 afternoon staying at Regency

have several nice rides in mind plus places to eat

anyone with ride /food ideas please share

Trail Blazer
03-16-2019, 11:36 AM
you fast talking thing you, we are all in. one thing we have been there 2 times in May and it has rained every trip, ( is May there rainy season )

Johnny we will make reservation @ Regeney, when we hear dates & info on motel

Trail Blazer
03-16-2019, 12:44 PM
hay Johnny have you got the price on the Regency inn yet, if you did I guess I missed it some way.

bingle50
03-16-2019, 02:12 PM
anyone with ride /food ideas please share

JohnnyB - tried to send this to you in a private message, system would not allow, just some random thoughts::(

Eureka Springs Eats

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Ermilio’s - Italian, small home that is converted to a restaurant, very good. Since it is small, a large group could be a problem and the last I checked, they do not take reservations.

http://www.ermilios.com/

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Gaskin Cabin Steakhouse - known for their prime rib - the cabin was built around 1855

http://www.gaskinscabin.com/

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Rocking Pig Saloon, a biker bar with a wood fired pizza oven - love their chicken fried Filet Mignon

http://www.rockinpigsaloon.com/menu.php

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Mud Street Cafe - known for homemade breakfast pastries - their full breakfast is good

https://mudstreetcafe.com/

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Myrtle Mae’s - Local ground grits from the War Eagle Mill, good breakfast, lunch is ok

https://myrtiemaes.com/

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Filling station - Breakfast Buffet, quick in and out - not bad, use to be better. Was sold 2 years ago and they still don’t have it worked out yet but it is still a local favorite and it is right up the street from the Regency on Van Buren.

Food On the Road

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Low Gap Cafe - roads to and from very interesting, CIA trained, Nick came for a visit and stayed

http://www.lowgapcafe.com/about.html

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Mather Lodge - Petit Jean State Park - views are breathtaking and the meals are pretty good, large dinning room able to accept large groups with ease.

https://www.arkansasstateparks.com/parks/petit-jean-state-park/restaurant

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Ozark - Rivertown BBQ - their BBQ could be served in Texas, don’t need to say anything else

http://rivertownebbq.com/

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Oark & Oark General Store - built in 1890 - known for their burgers and pies - During Bikes Blues & BBQ rally, the wait can be as much as 4 hours to get in. The road to and from is what it is all about. Hwy 215 south out of Oark eats a number of bikes every year.

http://www.oarkgeneralstore.com/

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Jasper - Ozark Cafe - decent place to eat

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Jasper - 7 miles south on Hwy 7 - the Cliff House Inn - overlooking the Arkansas Grand Canyon, decent meals, love their red beans and corn bread - this is another place during BB&B that has a long wait to get in.

http://www.cliffhouseinnar.com/restaurant/

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Huntsville Ark. - Granny's Kitchen - local biker favorite -

https://www.facebook.com/Grannys-Kitchen-464396706955476/

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Points of interest -

Historic “Beaver Bridge” - single lane wood suspension bridge over Table Rock Lake

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beaver_Bridge_(Arkansas)

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War Eagle Mill - working mill with lots to sell

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Kingston, Arkansas -Grandpa’s Flea Mkt. - junction Hwy 21 & 74 - road in and out are interesting - 3 big buildings full of stuff.

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Peel Ferry - only operating ferry in Arkansas - the town of Peel was hit with a tornado a few weeks back, it might be good to check to see if the ferry is operational.

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Roaring River State Park, Mo. - helmet required state - nice ride to and from.

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Pig Trail scenic byway - it was a little the worse for wear in September but it is still a good ride

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JohnnyB
03-16-2019, 06:43 PM
I've been to just about every place listed above but let's get the hotel and date stuff done first.

Hotel: REGENCY INN ( feel free to stay wherever you choose)

Dates: May 20 - 24, 2019

please call hotel direct for our group rate -479-253-5959

group rate dependent on room type approximately $62.50 with a discount for cash at Checkout

The above places are outstanding great roads scenery and food Simply can't go wrong

I'd like to get together each night to plan out next day's rides

our daily rides will leave from the Regency parking lot - time to be determined

TonkaDriver
03-17-2019, 05:58 AM
I've been to just about every place listed above but let's get the hotel and date stuff done first.

Hotel: REGENCY INN ( feel free to stay wherever you choose)

Dates: May 20 - 24, 2019

please call hotel direct for our group rate -479-253-5959

group rate dependent on room type approximately $62.50 with a discount for cash at Checkout

The above places are outstanding great roads scenery and food Simply can't go wrong

I'd like to get together each night to plan out next day's rides

our daily rides will leave from the Regency parking lot - time to be determined

How about a kick-off get together somewhere for those of us arriving on the 19th?

Kurt

JohnnyB
03-17-2019, 07:50 AM
How about a kick-off get together somewhere for those of us arriving on the 19th?

Kurt

Your getting ahead of me Kurt as I usually post exactly that a week or two prior

5:30 at Regency on Sunday 5/19. We cam come up with somewhere for dinner and go from there

radismukes
04-15-2019, 09:35 PM
Your getting ahead of me Kurt as I usually post exactly that a week or two prior

5:30 at Regency on Sunday 5/19. We cam come up with somewhere for dinner and go from there

Any new updates? Do you have an a list of some attending?

JohnnyB
04-16-2019, 09:49 AM
Looking like not a big group but should be fun

No sign up list come and enjoy

LadyonaMission
04-16-2019, 10:33 AM
I had a wonderful time last year. The rides were fun, the food was good, this year I want to travel to other parts of the USA.

jeyoung
04-16-2019, 07:08 PM
If all goes well the Wife and I will be there. Living in Mena, AR most of the time and that will be a good ride.:clapping:

radismukes
04-16-2019, 07:14 PM
If all goes well the Wife and I will be there. Living in Mena, AR most of the time and that will be a good ride.:clapping:

You might want to give TonkaDriver a shoutout. He was planing an attending he's in Bagdad.

jeyoung
04-16-2019, 07:20 PM
You might want to give TonkaDriver a shoutout. He was planing an attending he's in Bagdad.





He is coming from Az. I am in Arkansas.

radismukes
04-16-2019, 07:24 PM
He is coming from Az. I am in Arkansas.

Don't ask me where my mind went to ........:xzqxz: Oh, well. Always good to travel with a buddy. :Joker3:

TonkaDriver
04-17-2019, 07:01 AM
29 days till I leave. I am hoping to meet new riding buddies along the way and I already know there will be new friends once I get there. I told a friend of mine at work that I was going and he said it's the greatest place. Beautiful mountains, good food and friendly people. My kind of place.

Kurt

TonkaDriver
05-01-2019, 10:01 PM
Two weeks from tomorrow is launch day and I am about ready. I installed the 3 pocket fairing pouch and bought an AirHawk seat cushion. My Redline 3 hole oil change kit arrived today and will be done on Sunday. I will also be going thru the 20,000 mile service checklist. A coworker and riding partner is going as far as Socorro, NM the first day. It is shaping up to be a great trip.

Kurt

JohnnyB
05-06-2019, 08:15 AM
Getting close so here's what I'm planning ride wise -feel free to join us or do your own thing.

As I've got to have some maintenance done on new bike I'll be heading over to Rogers and Pig Trail harley Monday morning. Also that way is the Pea Ridge National Battlefield, Crystal bridges museum and the Walmart Museum. Will be stopping at an old Grist Mill on way back

Tuesday I'm off to the Oark General store via Pig Trail then into Clarksville for some great BBQ

Wednesday headed south again for the Arkansas Grand Canyon and to Low Gap for lunch or dinner at the Low Gap cafe

Thursday -I have no idea -Yet

wehrme
05-11-2019, 03:59 AM
I'm in, short of a monsoon, dust storm or locust plague. It is MAY you know.

I just need a ride. Been to ES many times and always enjoyed it there.

Staying 20-22nd.

See you folks there.

TonkaDriver
05-14-2019, 06:43 AM
T Minus 48 Hours.

​Kurt

JohnnyB
05-14-2019, 07:49 AM
Should be in Sunday early afternoon

wehrme
05-15-2019, 05:43 AM
Shamless 'bump'.

Folks, there's still time to attend. Best riding roads in the country. It would be nice if a few more people attend.

I hate to keep asking the same people for a beer. ;)

TonkaDriver
05-16-2019, 07:06 AM
Headed out in an hour. Quick adjustment at the chiropractor on the way. He is taking me a half hour before opening. Going to be a great day.

Kurt

wehrme
05-19-2019, 02:21 PM
Should be there by check-in time on Monday.

MDO
05-21-2019, 09:08 AM
I'm urging everyone headed to Arkansas/Missouri area to exercise caution. There are extremely dangerous storms predicted for the next 12-18 hours. Please be careful.

At 7pm, there are numerous tornadoes/ funnel clouds all around the STL area

JohnnyB
05-22-2019, 10:06 PM
We sat thru some storms Tuesday afternoon -safely

Made it home safely Wednesday night

Thanks to those of you who made it to Eureka Springs hope you enjoyed the great roads food and company

Spectacular roads - ready to do it again next year

MDO
05-23-2019, 11:14 AM
We sat thru some storms Tuesday afternoon -safely

Made it home safely Wednesday night

Thanks to you made it to Eureka Springs hope you enjoyed the great roads food and company

Spectacular roads - ready to do it again next year

How many people from Trike Talk made it?

radismukes
05-23-2019, 08:39 PM
4 bikes with 6 riders

TonkaDriver
05-27-2019, 09:58 AM
Eureka Springs will spoil a rider. The roads are awesome and the food is good. I had the pleasure of meeting some nice riding partners. The Regency is a really nice place to stay. I really liked the Biker Rags buckets for wiping the bike down after a ride and when it rained Tuesday. The room was very comfortable and clean and we were all together. Anyone that hasn't been should put this place on their list.

Kurt

wehrme
05-27-2019, 10:20 AM
Eureka Springs will spoil a rider. The roads are awesome and the food is good. I had the pleasure of meeting some nice riding partners. The Regency is a really nice place to stay. I really liked the Biker Rags buckets for wiping the bike down after a ride and when it rained Tuesday. The room was very comfortable and clean and we were all together. Anyone that hasn't been should put this place on their list

Kurt

Nice meeting and riding with you Kurt. I hope you didn't hit any bad weather on the way. I rode through rain from Branson to almost St. Louis... worst rain in my riding ever. There was water over I-44 in two different places, but I put the trike in jet-ski mode and carefully went through. Hope to see you again!

Bro. Mike