Arkansas Trip Sept. '08

[cdc]

So far so good.

cdc

[jdugger]

I have an alternative route. Peels off on 121 towards Bonham, then goes east to Paris. Then north to Hugo,OK , quick jaunt on the Indian Nation Turnpike, the first tollbooths are at Antlers,OK (which is the last thing I remember before the turkey attack ). From Antlers it's 271 to Clayton,OK then next is Talihina. I really can't say which is quicker. I try to pay no attention to the time on rides like this. That's one of the reasons for going. But we are meeting the other half of the group on Saturday along the way so time is a factor.

100+ miles of slab?  I can't let you guys do this.

Recommended route:
ANNA, TX TO MENA, AR

FROM INTERSECTION OF US75 & FM455(north of Dallas):
EAST ON FM455 TO ANNA & TX5
LEFT ON 5 TO FM2862
RIGHT ON 2862 THRU WESTMINSTER TO TX121
LEFT ON 121 THRU TRENTON TO RANDOLPH & TX11
LEFT ON 11 TO FM3297
RIGHT ON 3297 TO FM898
RIGHT ON 898 THRU OAKLAND TO IVANHOE & FM273
STRAIGHT ON 273 THRU TELEPHONE TO MONKSTOWN & FM100
LEFT ON 100 TO FM79
RIGHT ON 79 THRU DIRECT TO FM197
LEFT ON 197 THRU CHICOTA TO ARTHUR CITY & US271
LEFT ON 271 THRU ANTLERS TO OK144
RIGHT ON 144 THRU NASHOBA TO HONOBIA & INDIAN HWY
LEFT ON INDIAN HWY TO US271
RIGHT ON 271 THRU TALIHINA TO OK1 (TALIMENA DRIVE)
RIGHT ON 1 WHICH BECOMES AR88 TO MENA & US59
LEFT ON 59 FOR APPROX. 1 MILE TO LIMETREE INN (ON LEFT NEXT TO WAL-MART)


Indian Hwy is NOT a turnpike.  It will appear as an unimproved road on the maps.  It's, in fact, a yellow line highway, and it twists through the mountains.  Best 15 miles of your life, but be aware it's got some real surprises.  (Decreasing radius turns and some blind curves with gravel in them from time to time.)

Just say no to slab.  

[fastwin]

OK folks, I think we are done here. I meet whoever the hell shows up on Saturday at 8:00Am at the Allen Outlet Mall parking lot. You have had plenty of opportunites to chime in. Shortly after 8:00AM we are gone, even if it's by myself. For those that do show, we'll decide on the spot how to ride up. I'm still thinking Swanny's version, although boring for a while, is the best time-wise. We'll find our way back to the Russellville Holiday Inn. One way or the other.

Hope someone brings a digital camera since I don't own one. No pics then it didn't happen, right?  I'll bring Swanny's maps from April and maybe from May 2007 so we have something to look at over beers Saturday night. I'm sure we can hash out a really nice ride on Sunday. How can you go wrong up there? Adios, see you Saturday at the Mall or else. [moto]

[bryant8]

Have a great trip!

[cdc]

I have never been on this ride and don't know Arkansas. 

I'll be upfront and say, I am not a morning person.  This 8 AM meet up will be difficult for me since I will be coming from southwest FW.  Since I am not a punctual person, I have never held it against anyone who leaves at the appointed time with out me.  It's the price I have to pay. 

How about I meet all of you on Saturday at the hotel/motel whereever that maybe.  Unfortunately, I don't have a map of the trip and I don't even know how far the place is and how long it will take to get there.  I might score a copy of the map today from Zack. 

That's the best I can promise at this point. 

cdc

[Slag]

***: I have the map copies ready for you

Fastwin:
Just give us an approx time when we are to meet you. It is 120 miles from the hotel to Wilhelmina State Park, so we will need a few hours notice.

[Duc L'Smart]

OK folks, I think we are done here. I meet whoever the hell shows up on Saturday at 8:00Am at the Allen Outlet Mall parking lot. You have had plenty of opportunites to chime in. Shortly after 8:00AM we are gone, even if it's by myself. For those that do show, we'll decide on the spot how to ride up. I'm still thinking Swanny's version, although boring for a while, is the best time-wise. We'll find our way back to the Russellville Holiday Inn. One way or the other.

Hey Brian- I've got 3 copies of Swanny's maps (I gave several copies to Kevin the other day).
I'll will get them to you one way or the other by EOD. You will not be mapless

[pipeliner1978]

you should physically show him how to get there  [moto]

[Duc L'Smart]

you should physically show him how to get there  [moto]

I would if I could,  my friend... Talk to the Pinky

[Slag]

Hey Pinky,

Screw you!

I am really upset that you cannot make the trip, but I understand that it is best for your health and wellbeing.

[dallas2r]

Hey Pinky,

Screw you!

I am really upset that you cannot make the trip, but I understand that it is best for your health and wellbeing.

Maybe Pinky should get his own screen name and avatar? He probably wouldn't post much unless he got his buddies to type for him. 

Hey guys, have a great trip!!  [moto]

[fastwin]

***: I have the map copies ready for you

Fastwin:
Just give us an approx time when we are to meet you. It is 120 miles from the hotel to Wilhelmina State Park, so we will need a few hours notice.

Zach,

Now that I've had some coffee and had time to think, why don't we shoot for 1:00pm at the Lodge. It's just 13 miles form Mena, AR if that helps you map/planning wise. I think if we leave Allen by 8:00 something that should give us damn near 5 hours to get there. We should only have to stop twice for gas in theory. I think we stopped in Atoka, OK and then in Talihena, OK before we hit the Scenic Drive. Swanny's S4RS gas tank was the monitor for when to gas. Should be same for Patrick.

Hey if we are early I could kill the time just riding back and forth on the 13 mile section to Mena and back! I have Zach and Kevin's cells and I PM'd you guys with mine. Hope you got it. Tommy's would be nice to have since he can hear it while he rides. I will call (if I can, depending on cell coverage) if we are late or if there is a problem. If we are early we will just tell you about when you get there!

Again, 1:00pm sounds OK. That way you can sleep in, have breakfast and cruise to the Lodge. [moto] Does that sound good to you guys?

If you are looking for us on the road I'll be on the silver/black Busa wearing a two piece Joe Rocket Corona Racing suit with Arai silver Edwards rep. helmet. Can't miss the Ducatis!

Scott,

I probably don't need the maps if the trailer up crew has them. Won't need them for the ride up or back home as much as for Sunday's spin. Sounds like we are covered. Sorry you are missing this one.

[fastwin]

I have never been on this ride and don't know Arkansas. 

I'll be upfront and say, I am not a morning person.  This 8 AM meet up will be difficult for me since I will be coming from southwest FW.  Since I am not a punctual person, I have never held it against anyone who leaves at the appointed time with out me.  It's the price I have to pay. 

How about I meet all of you on Saturday at the hotel/motel whereever that maybe.  Unfortunately, I don't have a map of the trip and I don't even know how far the place is and how long it will take to get there.  I might score a copy of the map today from Zack. 

That's the best I can promise at this point. 

cdc

I don't do mornings either. But if I can meet Kevin at 7:30AM on a Sunday at AMS for Tommy's ride I can do anything! Sounds like just me and Patrick at the outlet mall at 8:00. We'll chill for a while in hopes that you make it. But by 8:30 at the latest we will need to head out. If you make it we will have to get you topped up on petrol. I know it's a damn good stretch from your house to Allen! Go to bed now and set the timer on the coffee for 5:00AM!! [moto]

[Duc L'Smart]

I'll be upfront and say, I am not a morning person.  This 8 AM meet up will be difficult for me since I will be coming from southwest FW.

Didn't you read the rules? NO WHINING! Ducati up, dood. Pack tonight, set your alarm, haul @$$

[cdc]

Didn't you read the rules? NO WHINING! Ducati up, dood. Pack tonight, set your alarm, haul @$$

F    King rules.

I don't do mornings either. But if I can meet Kevin at 7:30AM on a Sunday at AMS for Tommy's ride I can do anything! Sounds like just me and Patrick at the outlet mall at 8:00. We'll chill for a while in hopes that you make it. But by 8:30 at the latest we will need to head out. If you make it we will have to get you topped up on petrol. I know it's a damn good stretch from your house to Allen! Go to bed now and set the timer on the coffee for 5:00AM!! [moto]

Brian, you can be sure I'll be doing the best I can.  BTW, I don't have your cell number.  Could you PM me your number and a description of your route to Arkansas?

Thanks,

cdc