The AB has a Euro Bike Night every Wednesday night. Not just vintage either. There are the newer mixed in as well. Mostly just a great hang out bar with good selection of beers. See you'se peeps there tonight...and on Wednesdays thereafter as well. Cheers! [beer]
The $4R$ and I will be there, just not sure when, exactly. [moto]
I 've warned the Igors they will not get their ration of chicken heads and porridge [puke] if I am not freed from the laboratory in time for this.
[beer]
I'm still looking to be there around 7:30 or so. Depends on how thirsty I get... [drink]
BTW, can't wait to see the $4R$ in RED! and in person.
Sounds like fun. Amsterdam was rated one of the top 3 beer bars in Dallas by Draft magazine. Additionally, one of the best 200 beer bars in America.
http://amsterdambar.blogspot.com/ (http://amsterdambar.blogspot.com/)
I might be there. Possibly +2
Quote from: bevelhead on April 08, 2009, 10:52:38 AM
The $4R$ and I will be there, just not sure when, exactly. [moto]
Congrat's on the new ride, man. [moto] [beer] [thumbsup] Start a thread and post up some pics, yo.
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my camera phone sucks, deal with it.
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good hanging out with you folks! [thumbsup]
Quote from: RED on April 08, 2009, 08:51:03 AM
The AB has a Euro Bike Night every Wednesday night. Not just vintage either. There are the newer mixed in as well. Mostly just a great hang out bar with good selection of beers. See you'se peeps there tonight...and on Wednesdays thereafter as well. Cheers! [beer]
give me a call next time. Got some great cigars I'd like to share.
There were at least 10 Triumphs there last night, most of them cafe. Really good turn out on their part. I knew it was gonna be fun when a guy that goes by the name "Spoon" flew by the bar doing 60 or 70 on a Triumph cafe racer and slams the rear brake doin a pretty cool smoke n' slide stop. He busts a U turn and proceeds to ride a wheelie past the front of the bar. [beer]
Hope you resolve that issue quickly RED. Man that is bizarre.
Well, it was a great turn out last night with about 30-40 bikes out front of The Amsterdam Bar. That included one fine looking '07 S4Rs sitting in between RED and Alexisonfire's yellow Monster. Great bunch of Ton Up enthusiasts with all sorts of Triumphs and Ducs mainly with an RD 350 and BMW R90/6 thrown in for good measure. A bunch of us went next door to The Meridian for some late night pub grub and munched down on some right nice Cubans.
Great to finally meet Alexisonfire and Silvy from San Diego who turns out to be one great guy! I got to tell you all he's one stand up dude! RED would not start up and take me home after a night of drinking and cajolling with other makes so it decided to just sit at the bar for the night and drown it's sorrow I suppose...hmmm, maybe time to swap out for a newer model (cough1198s Ah hemm)? Grrr!! Anyway Silvy offered and I accepted a ride back to FW from the bar. Dude, many thanks for that righteous act. What a humble and gracious thing to do for a complete staranger. This West Coast guy has my vote for honorary DFWMer!!
Oh, and Sil, I will hook up with you next time I'm out your way. I want to ride those pregnant dogin roads we talked about outside of SD.
Thanks again Silvy and (west coast all-is-well groovy handsign here) be seeing you soon,
RED
Quote from: alexisonfire on April 09, 2009, 06:59:07 AM
There were at least 10 Triumphs there last night, most of them cafe. Really good turn out on their part. I knew it was gonna be fun when a guy that goes by the name "Spoon" flew by the bar doing 60 or 70 on a Triumph cafe racer and slams the rear brake doin a pretty cool smoke n' slide stop. He busts a U turn and proceeds to ride a wheelie past the front of the bar. [beer]
Hope you resolve that issue quickly RED. Man that is bizarre.
Awesome pics Alex!! That phone is a magic wand with the flashlight thingy and all. Man that was handy! Great meeting and hangin with you guys last night. Albeit one dead ST4s ( [bow_down] major Kudos to Sily...see next comment below) it was a really fun night talking to all the Ton Up'ers about their bikes. Lot's of character in those Brit bikes. Got's to get one and cafe it out. Trouble is getting a jacket like those guys is going to take a while to make. It's not like you can go down to the local Ducati fashionista shop and pick out one on the rack :-\ Spoon is just as crazy off the bike as he is on it too. That's one for the record books [laugh] [clap].
I'd say let's plan again on another night down there soon if anyone is up to it? Great selection of beers and a nice laid back atmo to boot.
I had a good time meeting Alexisonfire and his Yellow M900 and some of the more or less sane Trumpet riders. That was a most excellent Red Thruxton, I must say. Ahem. I expected a better showing of Ducatisti, though. Or maybe they all showed up after I left to close the place. [beer]
Those mean Ton Uppers were laughing at me for yawning at 8:30 at night. :'( I party lightly when I'm riding, and handling the $4r$ on day two of ownership was a serious task, considering it has about 50 HP more than anything else I've ever ridden. So I left early and sober, and did not stay to sing the Song of the Sausage Creature.
Woke up at 5:30 AM this morning, feeling rested, wide awake, and ready to ride to work. Think I'll do it tomorrow, too. Then there's Saturday....
Anyone?
Quote from: RED on April 14, 2009, 05:44:11 PM
Anyone?
is there patio or somewhere we can smoke cigars? :) I think Dax is coming back either tonight or tomorrow and I can convince him to join me ;)
I'd like to make this, but it might have to be next week rather than week.
Very nice patio out back with wrought iron tables and chairs. Just make sure you loook at the seat before sitting down. Overhanging trees usually have birds perched somewhere. Just sayin... [cheeky]
Hope to see you there. [thumbsup]
hahaha, what time do folks show up? Hate to get there really friggin early and be "that guy".
If enough people commit I may attend. Too many Triumphs and not enough Ducatis.
what time what time what time?
AND is there food?
this sounds like more fun than reading more constitutional law.
you may not have to read constitutional law for long. :-X
ZING!
turns out i decided i really needed to be studious tonight, with only a few weeks left in the semester. all the talk of law review and this and that and a horrible economy.
but seriously. what time next week? is this 7pm or 10pm kind of get-together?
To answer you question it usually gets going around 8:00pm till whenever. Usually more Triumphs but there is definately a mix of bikes. Such as it is with the people too. There is everybody from early Honda 4's riders to modern day rides. Saw a Yamaha RD350 one chick was riding last week. She had it all cafe'd out too. The people who ride are all real nice. No squids that I have encountered.
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This bike was painted by the owner in his back yard he said. Taped off all the spokes when he painted the wheels. Really nicely done up close.
uh...
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Beautiful night for a ride, a coupla beers and a cigar !
Nicely chromed cruisers, the sidewalk type that is.
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Weather looks great for tomorrow night. [beer] [drink] [moto]
Quote from: greenohawk69 on April 21, 2009, 09:54:41 AM
Weather looks great for tomorrow night. [beer] [drink] [moto]
Arryep it does. Planning on being there?
I plan on being there!
Quote from: ato memphis on April 21, 2009, 01:42:41 PM
I plan on being there!
Very cool. Looks like it's going to be a nice night. Hope some of the Ton Up peeps show. That's always fun to see. [laugh]
Wish I could make it out for this... but the bike is track prepped already.
Have a beer for me!
Quote from: bryant8 on April 21, 2009, 01:48:54 PM
Wish I could make it out for this... but the bike is track prepped already.
Have a beer for me!
I'll have one in your honor and I'll drink to that! [drink]
If I can muster the motivation to put my rear wheel back on I'll ride down there.
In desperate need of a bikes + beer night. Babes couldn't hurt either.
Quote from: alexisonfire on April 21, 2009, 01:50:34 PM
If I can muster the motivation to put my rear wheel back on I'll ride down there.
In desperate need of a bikes + beer night. Babes couldn't hurt either.
Mo babes! [thumbsup]
Head count?
Myself
Red
ATO
greenohawk
53 Triumph Riders
There are no adventurous Ducati owners in theis group except for the ones you mentioned Alex. I'm convinced if there is no free food, free drinks, cigars and hard liquor involved DFWMers don't like stuff like this...right?. :o Then again I could be wrong. ;D
I'll be there around 8ish. Dang what a nice day out! [thumbsup]
Would more people show up if I packed a bottle of bacon vodka?
well that did it. i'm bringing my wife now too
that's a good thing.
Quote from: alexisonfire on April 22, 2009, 12:47:00 PM
Would more people show up if I packed a bottle of bacon vodka?
Now you're talkin [laugh] [thumbsup] [drink]
Dang! wish I could go, but I'm already drunk , and I don't drink and ride...well, beer anyway....Now, if we could have bike night at the Agave Azul Tequila Bar and Mexican Kitchen in Beautiful Downtown Carrollton some night, I might be persuaded to break that rule....but only because I live 5 minutes away....Think of it, 100+ top shelf tequilas for your sipping enjoyment [wine], accompanied by some of the best comida Mexicana you ever put in your mouth...Yum! (Official Forum EULA Disclaimer: I am not employed by, nor do I represent Agave Azul TB&MK or its assigns, nor do I receive any monetary or other form of remuneration for this endorsement)
I would have to check with the proprietors to see if they are moto-friendly, of course.
Hmmm... tequila and I have had a serious relationship since the early 70's... much to my wife's horror. For some it's scotch, maybe rum or beer. Mine is that agave stuff. Maybe I shouldn't have read your post... just saying. [laugh]
Great ride tonight albeit getting blown to bits! [moto] Nice meeting Josh and Mille. Nice work on the Monster Josh, looks killer. Alex, as always, nice sitting with a cool one tonight with you. Next time I'll make sure I bring another box cut for ya. [thumbsup] Not too many people but lots of bikes. Huh, go figure. Peaceful night outside on the patio.
Don't despair, Red... I do volunteer work on Wednesday nights during the school year, but once I get rid of the little brats Tomorrow's Leaders, I'll probably be a regular on Wenesdays. See you soon, brother.
BTW - all windows in and good? Wanna tear off the roof next? [cheeky]
Is this an every week deal? I've never been there, but sounds fun!
I'd love to make it this week, but contract law final is the next day. :(
And next week, I finish up Civil Procedure the day after. So I'm 'out' for a few weeks. I will, however, make these habit when I return.
Quote from: GeorgeInDallas on April 26, 2009, 08:41:40 AM
Don't despair, Red... I do volunteer work on Wednesday nights during the school year, but once I get rid of the little brats Tomorrow's Leaders, I'll probably be a regular on Wenesdays. See you soon, brother.
BTW - all windows in and good? Wanna tear off the roof next? [cheeky]
I've managed to procrastinate very well thank you. ;D Still a work in progress that is when the weather cooperates.
Quote from: Adrenalix on April 29, 2009, 06:50:56 PM
Is this an every week deal? I've never been there, but sounds fun!
Same time same bat-channel next week! [beer]
Quote from: RED on April 30, 2009, 10:58:15 AM
Same time same bat-channel next week! [beer]
it's an every other week deal. These newbies better make sure they're on our schedule.
Quote from: alexisonfire on April 30, 2009, 12:10:17 PM
it's an every other week deal. These newbies better make sure they're on our schedule.
[laugh] [laugh]
[beer]
Bump. [roll]
Let's [moto] and [beer] tonight!
Quote from: RED on May 07, 2009, 10:03:38 AM
Bump. [roll]
Let's [moto] and [beer] tonight!
Tonight? I thought this was on Wednesdays? ???
Totally slipped my mind yesterday. There's always next week. :)
Quote from: bevelhead on May 07, 2009, 10:51:41 AM
Tonight? I thought this was on Wednesdays? ???
Wow! You mean this message just got posted from yesterday? Man, you can't count on these computers sometimes... [roll] [roll]
Alas, I will not be able to make it tonight, what with my last final tomorrow.
And then I'm off to Vegas during the next one. BUT THERE IS GOOD NEWS!
When I get back, the ol' Monster, if it isn't lost in a high stakes game of Go-Fish, has some pretty sweet new parts on it. Lightweight flywheel, complete clutch (hub/basket/plates), rearsets, and more. We can play a game called "see if you can point at all the things josh may or may not have wasted money on".
Sounds like a good reason to swill on Wednesday.
Have to attend a going away party for a colleague. Can't make it. Have fun.
Bike is at Stuarts, so I have no fun two wheel thrill to ride there.
??? Ok then, that about does for here now back to you at the station! [thumbsup] [bacon]
Quote from: RED on May 13, 2009, 02:40:40 PM
??? Ok then, that about does for here now back to you at the station! [thumbsup] [bacon]
I was still hoping for a personal invite ........ guess that isn't going to happen ! [drink]
Quote from: daddy Duc on May 13, 2009, 03:20:19 PM
I was still hoping for a personal invite ........ guess that isn't going to happen ! [drink]
Have you checked your phone in the last hour?????????? [thumbsup]
Quote from: RED on May 13, 2009, 03:36:11 PM
Have you checked your phone in the last hour?????????? [thumbsup]
yes I have and nothing ....... what time, and where do you want to meet.
Quote from: ato memphis on May 13, 2009, 02:25:32 PM
Bike is at Stuarts
Was just over there--d@mn sweet looking bike, BTW :o [thumbsup] [moto]
heh, i've got spaghetti headers being delivered tomorrow, so hopefully he'll have the forks sorted out for me and i'll be on the road and motoring by tomorrow or friday
Red - hey! I'm now done with my Wednesday night volunteer work for the entire summer. I think you said the Amsterdam was a bi-weekly event - when is the next one? What time do you guys get there? I wanna be there.
Giorgio
Georgio! Mama Mia, what's up? The bike night is actually every Wednesday night with people draggin up round 8 or so. Mostly cool vibes with a good. Beer selection. Tonight Daddy Duc rode his new (and I mean damn near showroom new w/2600 miles on it 999s there tonight. DD, really nice specimen! Great peeps there too who just like talking bikes. Let me know when a good night for you comes up.
Rats! Had a commitment (shudder) with The Sweetie last night. I'll plan on being there next Wednesday @ 8, weather permitting - let's touch base then to confirm.
Giorgio
Roight Mate! [laugh]
Quote from: GeorgeInDallas on June 04, 2009, 06:39:07 AM
Rats! Had a commitment (shudder) with The Sweetie last night. I'll plan on being there next Wednesday @ 8, weather permitting - let's touch base then to confirm.
Giorgio
It was my first time last night and it was a great place for a get together. They have a large patio in the back witch is cigar friendly and the beer on tap was tasty. I will be going every Wednesday weather permitting.
i did not know that they were cigar friendly, that is excellent news.
Quote from: ato memphis on June 04, 2009, 02:09:02 PM
i did not know that they were cigar friendly, that is excellent news.
Cuban cigar friendly at that!
Who's on for tonight? I'll be there at 8.
I do believe I can make it.
Bueller? Bueller?
Wow! Ducatisti @The Amsterdam tonight! It'll give the Triumph boys something to talk about. I hope the cool Ton Up scoots show up tonight! No matter always fun.
ATO?
weather looks too shady. gonna pass this time. hope to see you all soon.
Quote from: alexisonfire on June 10, 2009, 03:43:16 PM
weather looks too shady. gonna pass this time. hope to see you all soon.
It will pass right over us in the next 30 minutes and then be beautiful.
[bow_down]
I'll be there
i'm stuck in the library doing research for a law review article. and for once, thanks to the weather, i'm glad i had to pass.
next week is looking good though!
OK, OK... riding back from Grand Prairie on I-30 at about 7:30, 80mph winds scared the poopie out of me, so I weenied out on the Amsterdam. Got home to no electricity and just minutes ahead of the deluge.
Next week for chure.
I waited until the storm passed but the rain never stopped so got drenched just going a few miles and turned back.
Next week, I hope! Got a new batch of cubans I want try.
Any of those Cubans have my name on them? ;D [beer]
Quote from: RED on June 11, 2009, 09:28:31 AM
Any of those Cubans have my name on them? ;D [beer]
Yep, your boat came in ........ mostly bananas but they're all Cuban.
Where do you want to meet up after work?
Quote from: RED on June 11, 2009, 11:45:24 AM
Where do you want to meet up after work?
Sorry wedding on Friday and spent the day in Austin Saturday.
I will be available Sunday for pick up.
Bump! ;D
Other then it is going to be hot ........ it should be a good night for the Amsterdam!
See you all there sometime around 8 ish [thumbsup]
I B dere. The Sweetie was kind enough to remind me that TODAY was Wednesday (I was sure it was Tuesday... unemployed = all days are same).
So, I'll be there shortly and have a bite to eat. I'll look for the flock of Ducs to arrive.
G.
i'm mad i missed another - conference call to california to discuss the nuances of a research project. eventually i'll make it out.
Woo hoo! I was there tonight. Very nice, very, uh, colorful group of people with very interesting rides. It's going on my calendar... which is around here somewhere.
I learned a couple of things:
1) Don't pay the parking ransom at the parking lot - instead ride your bike down the sidewalk and park in front of the Amsterdam on the sidewalk.
2) Don't plan to eat there - they don't serve food, but they are happy for you to bring your own.
3) If you don't have ink, wear long sleeves.
4) Do NOT pat the big blonde on the ass.
Pura vida!
George
Just got home @ midnight. Who said you can't drive after a few [drink]
who was that Russian on a monster ?
That was Eddie from Moscow! Very cool dude. Smart as a whip too. Has a very sharp looking Red/White stripe/white wheels S2R Monster. Great meeting him and his friend Mike too. All the best and hope to Mike too. My friend Alex too was there on his fine Triumph Speed Triple R 675 who might be on the ride Sunday. I wish I had only taken some pics but it's a full-time job buying everybody [drink] all night. Didn't even get a tip ??? :P.
Are we going again this Wednesday ........ Red's buying [beer]
Does a Duc fly? ;D
RED - won't be able to make this Wednesday...Thursday at dawn I have a colono...uh, outpatient medical procedure scheduled and the prep on Wednesday requires that I remain in running distance of indoor plumbing.
But NEXT Wednesday, I'm there, man!
G.
Quote from: GeorgeInDallas on June 23, 2009, 09:46:45 AM
RED - won't be able to make this Wednesday...Thursday at dawn I have a colono...uh, outpatient medical procedure scheduled and the prep on Wednesday requires that I remain in running distance of indoor plumbing.
But NEXT Wednesday, I'm there, man!
G.
Ok G, a
barely excusable reason. It's
ASSuring to know that you are
ASSerting good judgement is
ASSessing the need to have the proceedure. Just don't get into the habit of doing this a lot. [laugh] We'll let you
S L I D E this week. [laugh]
That is a lot of shitting. Good luck [thumbsup]
they make adult sized diapers, fyi
...just keeps me thinking about the Love Scene in "Deliverance." And those long, lonesome nights when I was doin' time. Sigh.
[laugh]
chirp....chirp.....chirp
Yeah, I kinda thought that'd bring the thread to a grinding halt. [cheeky]
[laugh] As long as it's just chirping & not "squeal(ing) like piggie, boy" IT"S ALL GOOD ! :-X
Quote from: Slag on June 23, 2009, 11:44:56 AM
That is a lot of shitting. Good luck [thumbsup]
no shit.
this thread is now full of gross.
Quote from: Cyclone on June 24, 2009, 09:14:52 AM
[laugh] As long as it's just chirping & not "squeal(ing) like piggie, boy" IT"S ALL GOOD ! :-X
Wow! Cyclone showed up! I was going to start searching the obits soon wondering where you been?
At the moment tonight is not looking good for me for this. If things get taken care of I may try and run over late.
Doesn't sound like anyone is going to be there tonight RED. I think I am just going to ride around Arlington and then over to North Dallas tonight. I know of a few meets and think I will take advantage of them.
I understand that. I am always looking for some new bike nights. Where are the meets?
Quote from: RED on June 24, 2009, 03:13:01 PM
I understand that. I am always looking for some new bike nights. Where are the meets?
Sorry this was a GTR thing. I did drive by the Amsterdam around 11 but no bikes out front so I didn't stop.
I will be out of town next week, but will be back for this event again. It is always a great time, good people and good beer.
Any takers tonight? Tomorrow is my last day of work before vacation week next week so I'm priming myself tonight with some beers and cigars.
[bacon] Earned a kitchen pass ! [drink] I 'm up for a drink, what time you thinking Red ? ???
I'll be coming down as well. hopefully can get Chipset and Louis to go with.....where the hell is Alexsonfire anyway?
I'll be there around the 8ish hour (read: kitchen pass done and OTD ETA 8:15)
I'm there - 8-ish, too.
I'm starting to say it aint looking good for me. will know in 20 to 30 min
I'll be there.
Rick
Yeh, RED was there... 9:30 sharp! [cheeky]
My first visit. Enjoyed meeting Bill, Bob, Jeff, Patrick, Red, and a couple of others that I can't remember their names. Good mix of a crowd. It is still hot at 9:30 pm.
sorry I couldn't make it but somehow my rear axle bolt was coming loose...glad I caught it before I hit the tollway and did a face plant.
An explaination for those who were there....
I’d like to say it’s out of the goodness of my heart and the hope for mankind in this world that I attempt to make contact with strangers. Yes, it was of my own hand that I made the acquaintance of one Mr. Cobb Ryan today. As confident I am in my assessment of character for my fellow man I was dead right on this from the git go. Cobb had a peculiar air about him. One of a protected scholarly demeanor type that is easy to engage. True to my hope I sought after the ridiculous in Cobb, that he might actually BE scholarly. Learned in one topic does not make the man though. I knew he was homeless the second I laid eyes on him sitting at the end of the bar nursing a warm and smoking a cigarette at the City Tavern this noon but when the barmaid told me it was HE in fact whom had just bought the ’06 Ducati Paul Smart 1000 LE parked at the front I had to approach. Sight alone had convinced me at first but as I sat down next to him the distinct vintage aroma of the unclean confirmed my homeless hypothesis about Cobb.
As we sat out on the sidewalk talking I was intrigued picking his mind for anything I could use to cause his cover to be blown. I thought racing history might work. He passed every attempt on my part to cross him up on trivial items the unknowing would not have been privy to. To my surprise he passed with flying colors. Story after story of Mike (The Bike) Hailwood spewed forth. It wasn’t until I had to go back to work that the cover was blown. Knowing that his only chance to play me was slipping away he centered in for the kill. I’ve left my funds at the Doctor friend of mine’s home whom I’m staying with in the Lakewood district, uh, could you loan me some money? I looked him in the eyes and said, ‘sure friend, the stories were worth the price’.
As I was about to leave I thought to myself I can’t just leave this treasure here because if I told my Cobb Ryan story to you guys you surely would have thought I was in the sun too long this past weekend. I would certainly have to show you all this fellow. So I thought let’s see if he can meander his way down to The Amsterdam Bar later tonight. Of course the money I gave him would get him down there he said and we would have a few beers and talk about buying another Paul Smart and not the one that was parked in front of the City Tavern.
So, the next step after tonight’s episode is how is he going to get out of meeting up with me in order to actually purchase the PS LE. I think I know the ending of this story.
Thanks to all who put up with Cobb tonight. That was worth coimng down to see all in of itself. What a hoot. Great to see Svoloch tonight. It's been like forever since we talked. Let's ride those trip 9's man! Rick glad to meet you finally. G-man, always a pleasure to get together with you albeit a little short of time tonight for conversation. Donald, so glad you came. And thanks for doing what you did with our guest. Another very interesting night again. Have a great holiday y'all! [beer]
[beer] Great seeing everyone last night ! Cobb was a trip ! The only error in his stories that I was aware of while talking to him was Hailwood's death - Cobb said cancer but I knew it was a tragic auto accident in England ( also killed his daughter). Who knows - could be real thing but confused about some stuff or just a super smart pretender.
I thought his aroma was because he was like an old school European dude - where baths are not taken daily. Still tons of fun listening to the guy & now I'm inspired to read a bio of Hailwood - did not know he pulled a competitor from a flaming F1 racer at his own peril !
Red, Rick, George, Patrick - great to see y'all - I think periodic attendence at Euro night is now mandatory - & the Guinness was cheap ! [drink]
I always enjoy my time at the Amsterdam. I'll do my best to be in attendance next go around (with a cigar).
Yep, Mike the Bike died when his car struck a lorry while on a fish and chips run with his daughter. Rumor is he skidded the car so the impact was on his side and not his daughter's in an effort to save her life. Sadly to no avail. :'(
Quote from: Cyclone on July 02, 2009, 05:54:15 AM
[beer] Great seeing everyone last night ! Cobb was a trip ! ..... & the Guinness was cheap ! [drink]
I spent a little time talking with Cobb. I was sizing him up because he was different from the others at the bar. You had your Ducati riders like Patrick that were wearing pressed pants and dress shirt, the Norton boys who's hands smelled of gasoline from tickling their Amals. Then Cobb, who looked like he has been surfing gutters. As he pressed the conversation regarding Hailwood, I kept thinking, "There is going to be a punch line in this." ???
Boy, the drinks are cheap. I could get in trouble at those prices.
[drink]
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvGzAHRIz5k
The old Rocker wore his hair too long,
wore his trouser cuffs too tight.
Unfashionable to the end --- drank his ale too light.
Death's head belt buckle --- yesterday's dreams ---
the transport caf' prophet of doom.
Ringing no change in his double-sewn seams
in his post-war-babe gloom.
Now he's too old to Rock'n'Roll but he's too young to die.
He once owned a Harley Davidson and a Triumph Bonneville.
Counted his friends in burned-out spark plugs
and prays that he always will.
But he's the last of the blue blood greaser boys
all of his mates are doing time:
married with three kids up by the ring road
sold their souls straight down the line.
And some of them own little sports cars
and meet at the tennis club do's.
For drinks on a Sunday --- work on Monday.
They've thrown away their blue suede shoes.
Now they're too old to Rock'n'Roll and they're too young to die.
So the old Rocker gets out his bike
to make a ton before he takes his leave.
Up on the A1 by Scotch Corner
just like it used to be.
And as he flies --- tears in his eyes ---
his wind-whipped words echo the final take
and he hits the trunk road doing around 120
with no room left to brake.
And he was too old to Rock'n'Roll but he was too young to die.
No, you're never too old to Rock'n'Roll if you're too young to die.
And that's all I got to say about that....
anyone going tonight ?
Noop. Next time.
'
ehhhhh.... NEXT Wednesday for sure. :P
Not a good night for a ride last night! :P
I'm gonna try my hardest to make the next one. I miss Euro bike night.
Quote from: alexisonfire on July 30, 2009, 06:11:05 AM
I'm gonna try my hardest to make the next one. I miss Euro bike night.
Out of the last 4 bike nights at least 2 have rained out.
Anyone up for a chilly ride this Wednesday?
Perhpas. Any okie peeps wanna brave the cold? I would prefer the monk though
Monk, A-dam, wherever....no worries. [thumbsup]
Quote from: muskrat on January 25, 2010, 09:22:39 PM
Perhpas. Any okie peeps wanna brave the cold? I would prefer the monk though
I'm up for it [beer]
monk!
i wouldn't be there until 9:30ish, probably about the time you folks want to head out. bummer.
Must ride!
Wednesday night at the Monk it is! [thumbsup]
You realize it's supposed to rain Weds. and Thurs. right?
http://www.wfaa.com/weather (http://www.wfaa.com/weather)
I didn't think the rough stuff was going to get here until Thursday? If it does rain we'll do this next week ok?
Rain would suck.... [bang]
20% chance of precip. i'm willing to chance it if others are.
we'll see what it says tomorrow.
I'll chance it.
bank building as usual? say 6:00 p.m.?
I work till 9. Maybe next week for me.
takes you two min the way you ride. get down there.
Quote from: muskrat on January 26, 2010, 12:58:56 PM
I'll chance it.
bank building as usual? say 6:00 p.m.?
6:00 will be good to beat the weather [moto] I'll be there unless it is soaking.
That means I'll have to ride in tomorrow! I'll try. Don't have the new tires yet so if there is any chance of rain it's a maybe at best. They said tonight that it could accelerate and both the pacific front and the cold front could hit at the same time. Ice!
weather looks like it's coming in faster than expected. to make matters worse I'm leaving town today it seems for a funeral so I'll be out.
Bad news about the funeral, and weather looks sketchy. Think I'll stick to the books (and home beers) instead tonight.
Dax, so sorry to hear about that. We'll take this topic up next week. Hope all is well.
Now I found out [bang] i got lightly sprinkled on the way to work today anyway. Catch up next week guys.
I'm out all next week so the following.
and thanks Red.
How about a Tues meet if the weather gets better?
Ruth's Chris is out ;)
Quote from: TresGatos on January 30, 2010, 07:46:37 PM
How about a Tues meet if the weather gets better?
Ruth's Chris is out ;)
That a big....
What?! Do you not trust meteoroligical scientists?
[popcorn]
UJ and I found the Italian Club of Dallas yesterday in Addison just south of beltline. They do serve lunches, and looks like some dinners (Wed and Fri). Would be a good photo opp. at least [wine]
http://www.itcd.org/ (http://www.itcd.org/)
Plan it and they will come ;D
i want to go there, asap.
I'll keep an eye on this [thumbsup]
Steak meet?
why not, its already a sausage fest.
let's get cigars involved. at least it'll be a classy sausage fest. i'll probably ride up in a tux too.
i will look stately in seersucker then.
better be cautious with the A1 then, you statesman you.
Speaking of cigars, Perdoma Bin23 for $60-70 box
at Montfort Cigar. If they still have em [thumbsup]
I certainly do want one more.
Alexis, is that avatar a deliberatly rude depiction or is it my imagination you're calling me an asshole? [laugh] [laugh] I'm just 'cracking' up looking at that. lmao!! [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: RED on January 31, 2010, 06:12:11 PM
I certainly do want one more.
Alexis, is that avatar a deliberatly rude depiction or is it my imagination you're calling me an asshole? [laugh] [laugh] I'm just 'cracking' up looking at that. lmao!! [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
I'm just taking your avatar one step further. Also, magnify x1000.
That's F*n hilarious !! lol [laugh]
No pic needed we all know you're fascinated with assholes
I thought it might be a nueron or a plant root. But those were not my first thought [cheeky]
Quote from: muskrat on January 31, 2010, 06:27:39 PM
No pic needed we all know you're fascinated with assholes
you forget which board we're on?
Quote from: alexisonfire on January 31, 2010, 06:32:54 PM
you forget which board we're on?
Awe, you're doing that just for us? How sweet.
It's nice of you guys to come over and visit us here every once in a while. Thanks. [thumbsup]
i thought of bellybutton lint and then neuron and lastly those plasma globes.
Knowing Alex and his quick wit I guessed it right off. I'm right aren't I? Alex? Aren't I? I'm feeling all alone all of a sudden. :-X
dirt dirty dirty minds. So is it Tues or Wed [drink]
Nah I just piled on after Red
Tuesday night this time. It looks like the weather is going to rain on Wednesday. I'll have to go home and get the bike though. What do you guys want to do? Dinner event or just beers?
Quote from: RED on February 01, 2010, 07:07:19 AM
Tuesday night this time. It looks like the weather is going to rain on Wednesday. I'll have to go home and get the bike though. What do you guys want to do? Dinner event or just beers?
Dinner + drinks works for me. 7pm?
Quote from: webspoke on February 01, 2010, 07:26:38 AM
Dinner + drinks works for me. 7pm?
what he said. Ato wants to break out a few sticks too. Cigars, not sausages.
Yes. i do like cigars. and separately, i like bratwursts, the german food, and no other metaphorical meanings.
In the future, until May, Thursdays work best for me during the week. I can make this Tuesday for a single pint at the most, I've got to be back at SMU by quarter of 8.
Quote from: webspoke on January 31, 2010, 11:33:00 AM
UJ and I found the Italian Club of Dallas yesterday in Addison just south of beltline. They do serve lunches, and looks like some dinners (Wed and Fri). Would be a good photo opp. at least [wine]
http://www.itcd.org/ (http://www.itcd.org/)
So is this venue the location everyone is good with? If so i'l be there a little after 7 at best depending on traffic.
They don't do dinner on Tuesday. I thought we were doin steak?
How about the Taco Cabana on Marsh just N of
Belt Line?
Carne Asada is steak right [cheeky] TC works, we are also in the neighborhood of Blue Goose, Outback, Saltgrass.
if its as cold tomorrow as it is tonight, i'm hibernating.
i've been falsely led to believe that Texas is warmer than Tennessee. Marginally true in the summer (humidity bringing the #'s closer together), but just as cold in the winter. >:(
Quote from: webspoke on February 01, 2010, 04:44:40 PM
Carne Asada is steak right [cheeky] TC works, we are also in the neighborhood of Blue Goose, Outback, Saltgrass.
TC has cheap prices, cerveza, patio for cigars and
is a Westie fav ;D
Good news on the grilling front. I'm close to acquiring one. Which may lead to an Eastie Thursday steak night.
Quote from: TresGatos on February 01, 2010, 04:59:09 PM
TC has cheap prices, cerveza, patio for cigars and
is a Westie fav ;D
TC works for me tomorrow [beer]
Quote from: TresGatos on February 01, 2010, 03:31:50 PM
How about the Taco Cabana on Marsh just N of
Belt Line?
Eatiin' good in tha neighborhood! [thumbsup] A que hora?
6:30. Which means show up from 6-7. It's casual
dining at it's finest :) [beer]
who wants me to bring em a Perdomo Lot23?
TacoC it is and in for a Lot23. [thumbsup]
I'll be there at around 6:30ish, enjoy a brew, and then off to construction law. it should be a more interesting class.
Okies can meet at the Beale bank at legacy and the tollway to head down there, say a bit after 6pm.
Beale at 610. Any other okies participating?
Quote from: TresGatos on February 01, 2010, 04:59:09 PM
TC has cheap prices, cerveza, patio for cigars and
is a Westie fav ;D
As a Westie I approve on all accounts! [thumbsup]
Do you think y'all will still be there a little after 7?
I planned on being there till at least 8.
From the 'What's for dinner' thread...
Well, my choice for tonight would have to be The Londoner!!
"EVERY TUESDAY WE HOST PINT NIGHTS. BUY THE BEER, KEEP THE GLASS."
From the website. Everyday/night this month (February) they have Franconia Dunkle on for $4/pint AND you get to keep the glass !! Woo Hooo!!
Sounds like a good candidate for next week! [beer]
[thumbsup] See you guys @ TC then.
See ya there [thumbsup]
Looks like I got my nights mixed up and missed this one. :(
These pics will probably end up as hyperlinks :P
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2740/4326998666_28b3beda3b_o.jpg)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4031/4326263423_325a5c7ed9_o.jpg)
It was good to see Josh again and hear his Memorial
Day plans. More good talk with Alex and Stan.
The short group ride after was fun after so long
riding alone from Mex to N Dallas. [thumbsup] [moto]
looked like you like the 848 [moto]
let me know how you like the stogie Alex
Quote from: TresGatos on February 02, 2010, 05:16:27 PM
It was good to see Josh again and hear his Memorial
Day plans. More good talk with Alex and Stan.
The short group ride after was fun after so long
riding alone from Mex to N Dallas. [thumbsup] [moto]
looked like you like the 848 [moto]
let me know how you like the stogie Alex
You missed the best part of the return ride, the tunnel! All I could hear was Alex's monster behind me [thumbsup]
ah, I was very jealous that I could not ride since I was toting books. looking forward to doing it again.
Quote from: TresGatos on February 02, 2010, 05:01:48 PM
These pics will probably end up as hyperlinks :P
There are pics [thumbsup], but, gaaaa, there's a blinding light making it hard to see what's in the pics.... [cheeky]
Jesus that fork reflector really does have to go.
Very diverse Ducati grouping pictured above.
Good to catch up with some people I haven't seen in a while. Even better to drown out Stan's 848 in a mile long tunnel. It sounds faster than yours, probably not for long.
Drat and double drat! I was really hoping to get over there. Had to tend to some kid bidness [laugh]. Looks and sounds like it was a good time. Let's plan on many more of these. I'd like to catch up with everyone. [thumbsup] and do some [moto].
Quote from: ato memphis on February 03, 2010, 04:22:20 AM
Jesus that fork reflector really does have to go.
Safety first! [leo]
Darn my tired chronologically challenged buttocks, I should have made this....I promised myself I would learn to read a calendar someday.... >:(
...and a sundial.... [evil]
Are you on the Julian Calendar?
More likely the Aztec calendar. Oh well, only 2 years until Armageddon. G'night Grandpa.
ZZZZZZ....
It's Tuesday again, anyone up for tonight [beer]
I'll be in Dallas but have another function to attend. I'd like to see this continue though. I promise I WILL attend soon. [laugh]
Another thought is that Thursday nights is the Urbino night we did last year and worked out well. I know that Marty was wanting to start a bike night last fall. Kind of a traveling Italian dinner venue destination kind of thing.
Thursday nights = mas bueno for me.
No problem, Thursdays are good too. Urbino's was nice with easy parking. Better weather will make folks more sociable too :-\
Thurs might work for me. I'll check
This Thursday night could be a little uncomfortable. High temperature won't be out of the low-mid 30s with an excellent chance of sleet/snow mix. Possible 1-2" accumulation on non-street surfaces. [bang] Where the hell is our normal TX winter riding weather? This is actually acting a real winter. What's up with that? What happened to my 70 degree January days? [roll]
I close Thurs anyway.
blame Gore. ever since he went in hiding the earth cooled.....too much hot air while he was out flying on his private jet.
Quote from: muskrat on February 09, 2010, 07:28:26 PM
blame Gore. ever since he went in hiding the earth cooled.....too much hot air while he was out flying on his private jet.
[thumbsup] [laugh]
Quote from: TresGatos on February 03, 2010, 06:06:05 PM
Are you on the Julian Calendar?
Nope, I'm on the "Scott" calendar. Seems to work well for me ;D
so we riding today? you can try out your new and improved "advanced" compound tires.
marty is out lane splitting on the R today, he'd probably go.
Why do I believe you? Wouldn't shock me to know HeMan is at it again [bow_down]
How about someplace on Belt Line.... Jakes?
7pm
mmm. delicious burgers if its the green-neon sign place.
Jakes is the place tonight, 6:30-7pm on Beltline. [beer]
i have to rain check, though i do love that place. i'm doin' my own grillin'.
That was a good burger. When it warms up the
patio should be great!
Live music was a little loud, but great cold beer and burger.
_
For crying out loud this spring Texas weather. I ride as far as Arlington and have to turn around because I'm changing lanes and don't want to. ??? This 40 mph wind has got to let up soon I hope. Try again.
Something is happening Friday. Don't know what yet
but hopefully you can be involved [thumbsup]
Quote from: RED on April 07, 2010, 04:27:12 PM
For crying out loud this spring Texas weather. I ride as far as Arlington and have to turn around because I'm changing lanes and don't want to. ??? This 40 mph wind has got to let up soon I hope. Try again.
Crosswinds don't seems to affect naked bikes as much as they do faired bikes. Have you got a 1" hole saw? [cheeky]
Quote from: Pinocchio on April 08, 2010, 05:30:49 PM
Crosswinds don't seems to affect naked bikes as much as they do faired bikes. Have you got a 1" hole saw? [cheeky]
I was just thinking of going naked.
[puke] [puke] [puke] [puke] [puke]
Quote from: muskrat on April 12, 2010, 09:22:58 AM
[puke] [puke] [puke] [puke] [puke]
...as in no fairings...you sick boy....tisk tisk... [roll]