The skyline drive "stroll" October 22, 2011

kaiserz · October 18th, 2011, 09:52 AM

It's the time of the year, the leaves are changing and is gonna offer us a wonderful view of skyline!

The skyline drive "stroll" is gonna be on A Saturday, October 22nd.
Time: 10am
Meeting place is at Shell "10 South St # 1, Front Royal, VA" (It's more practical, so we can just gas-up and go strait to skyline )

We're planning to do the whole skyline that's approx 3 - 4 hours going 35mph - 45mph (of course we'll take breaks) (or unless you guys have something else in mind?)

Please bring your cold weather gear. According to weather.com the weather averages on that day is gonna be to 65 hi - 40 lo. ave of 60.

Also don't forget $10 to get in.

kaiserz · October 18th, 2011, 09:53 AM

Who's coming?

1.kaiserz
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Momaru · October 18th, 2011, 10:35 AM

1. kaiserz
2. Momaru
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9

Honko · October 18th, 2011, 10:43 AM

1. kaiserz
2. Momaru
3. Honko (if I can get up in time

)
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Live2ride · October 18th, 2011, 03:53 PM

1. kaiserz
2. Momaru
3. Honko (if I can get up in time

)
4. live2ride
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

hoodadooda · October 18th, 2011, 04:08 PM

1. kaiserz
2. Momaru
3. Honko (if I can get up in time )
4. live2ride
5. hoodadooda (and friend)
6.
7.
8.
9.

gogoKawi · October 18th, 2011, 07:34 PM

Can't make this one. But take plenty of pics!

jstrain · October 19th, 2011, 05:14 AM

Wish I could. Rode a decent chunk of the south end with my dad a couple weeks ago. It was gorgeous!

kaiserz · October 19th, 2011, 06:39 AM

Nice we're building up a good list here

I think we have 2 more people coming from the other 250forum so that's 8 of us who's going so far.

HONKO!! MAKE IT HAPPEN!! HEHEHE

kaiserz · October 20th, 2011, 07:59 PM

Guys ): guess what happened to my bike today... I got a nail on my rear tire... I don't think I would be able to get a replacement tire until next week T_T THIS SUCKS!!!! I'm really excited for this, and I was looking forward to this ride for like 3 weeks now, I even got a new helmet and gear ): !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

hoodadooda · October 20th, 2011, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaiserz

Guys ): guess what happened to my bike today... I got a nail on my rear tire... I don't think I would be able to get a replacement tire until next week T_T THIS SUCKS!!!! I'm really excited for this, and I was looking forward to this ride for like 3 weeks now, I even got a new helmet and gear ): !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

tireplug?

then again, it would probably be safer to not risk it...

kaiserz · October 20th, 2011, 08:10 PM

This really sucks ): I kinda want to risk it but then again... it's gonna be a long day of riding it's kinda scary... I'm gonna try to have someone vulcanize my tire for temporary use.

Live2ride · October 21st, 2011, 08:28 AM

I hope you can make it kaiserz! I'm looking forward to this ride so much! I just hit a deer with my tahoe last night and I've been dealing with my insurance company since. I doubt that's gonna get in the way of the group ride but **** happens. The 250 is my main source of transpotation until the claims adjuster can access the damage and possibly get me a rental. The auto shop said they couldn't fit it in their schedule until at least monday.

kaiserz · October 21st, 2011, 06:00 PM

Nobody wants to mess with my tires ): they keep saying it's too much liability.

kaiserz · October 21st, 2011, 06:17 PM

We got 3 people coming from the other 250 forums. have fun guys.

Live2ride · October 21st, 2011, 06:26 PM

Damn, that's a bummer, kaiserz. Well hopefully there are many more to come next season.

Live2ride · October 21st, 2011, 06:29 PM

Is anyone gonna be passing through 211? I live in Culpeper so we could ride to the meeting point; Just let me know.

Honko · October 21st, 2011, 07:39 PM

I could swing by the shell station at the intersection on my way. When would you be looking to meet up there and head out to the main spot?

Havok · October 21st, 2011, 07:53 PM

**** that looks like fun, post up pics i want to see that ride. One day i will have to ride that. I am so freaking jealous of you guys.

Live2ride · October 21st, 2011, 08:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Honko

I could swing by the shell station at the intersection on my way. When would you be looking to meet up there and head out to the main spot?

I just sent you a couple texts, according to my gps it takes about 40 minutes to get there from the intersection; so how does 9a.m. sound? The intersection is maybe 5-6minutes from my house so I can be there whenever is best for you.

kaiserz · October 21st, 2011, 08:20 PM

Dang I'm so jealous /: anyway take a lot of pics guys!

Live2ride · October 21st, 2011, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaiserz

Dang I'm so jealous /: anyway take a lot of pics guys!

Wish you could make it man. There's gonna be a next time.

.

p.s. I'm trying to find my phone mount to possibly take a little video of the ride. I'll definitely take pics though.

kaiserz · October 21st, 2011, 08:54 PM

Yeah D: I'm just gonna visit you on your day off and ask you to take me to 211 heheheh

Live2ride · October 21st, 2011, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaiserz

Yeah D: I'm just gonna visit you on your day off and ask you to take me to 211 heheheh

I've actually never been to the famous 211/33. But if you'd like to I'd definitely be up for it. I enjoy a challenge

Just finished getting everything together and ready.....time for rest; for in the morning.....we attack. hehe

Momaru · October 21st, 2011, 10:22 PM

I REALLY hate to do this, but gonna have to back out/down on this too. It's almost 1:30, I'd be waking up in under 4 hours (for 12-15 hours on the bike); I feel like my head's two sizes too large and my nose won't stop leaking. If nothing else that would make for a really messy ride.

Been looking forward to this for most of the month and even postponed two other events so I could make it but noOOoooo....

Have fun and be careful! Those dry leaves are slipperier than you'd think.

kaiserz · October 22nd, 2011, 05:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Burton

One more thing ... for those who dont commute everyday and have yet to experience long distances in weather under 50 degrees ....

You need to keep warm, if this means going slower then do it. Layer up, close all vents, stop if your hands start to get cold and warm them up (they will get cold fast too if you dont have a shield for them or winter gloves)

One part often overlooked is your neck and chin ... my trip starts in 44 degree temps at highway speeds that 24 degrees it doesn't take long to freeze exposed skin ^_^

Eat some food before you go, not a big meal but something, and if you stop also get a little food. This will force your core temperature up and restore some of your heat.

Be sure to bring food to nibble on and a place to store it throughout the day as well as beverages. If you forget no worry we can use my cases to store your food ...

If you see a biker pulled over do stop for them to make sure they are ok. In this weather you never know.

Live2ride · October 22nd, 2011, 10:53 AM

I just got home. Thanks for the group ride guys; Honko and I had to split after the first section so I hope the rest of you have a great time!

hoodadooda · October 22nd, 2011, 03:51 PM

Finally got home...
It was fun. A little on the slow side with how crowded it was, but I expected as much. The views from Skyline drive were perfect...

I'll be sticking up a short ride report about it.

Live2ride · October 22nd, 2011, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hoodadooda

Finally got home...
It was fun. A little on the slow side with how crowded it was, but I expected as much. The views from Skyline drive were perfect...

I'll be sticking up a short ride report about it.

Awesome, I can't wait to read it. It was great meeting you, Aaron!

hoodadooda · October 22nd, 2011, 05:17 PM

Went to skyline drive for the first time on my motorcycle. Beautiful ride... and this is how it went!

Was on the road by 7:30 a.m. with my friend on his Bandit. We got some breakfast from Hardees and started the rather cold ride up I-95 to get to 66 so we could get to that gas station at the top of skyline. My GPS we were relying on started dieing about 30 minutes into the trip, so we immediately pulled over at a gas station and I scribbled down the rest of the turns/exits and taped the paper to my gas tank just in case the GPS died which it didn't... all that writing for nothing, but it's better to be prepared.

When we got to the gas station, we were greeted by this bunch:

My friend Drew on the left being a little timid about socializing :P
and live2ride, Honko, Novarusky (I think), and Burton in the pack of bikes to the right.
I was outside the frame risking my life to take this picture as I was hanging off a short wall so I could get them all in view.

After a few introductions, fillups, and restroom breaks, we were off to sit at the nearest red light. Me and my friend Drew being the big kids we are started revving our bikes in excitement. WE HAD FINALLY FINISHED THE TREK AND WERE READY FOR THE ADVENTURE THAT LIES AHEAD!!! Turns out there was a cop we didn't see near the intersection... good thing he didn't pay us any mind. Shortly after, we paid the fee at skyline drive's entrance and were riding in the clouds. It was a slow ride with all the traffic, but a pleasant one nonetheless with the views and smooth, curvy roads. ...and the tunnel... My friend on the bandit has a straight pipe and he decided to go nuts in the tunnel. I about jumped out of my skin.

tunnel + screaming inline4= deaf hoodadooda

Our first stop was right after the tunnel. It was so wonderful to stretch a bit and admire the scenery a little. Unfortunately, it was also the point were live2ride and Honko left us. Guess they were too good for us.

It is at this point that I learn burton likes to be prepared... and I'd be surprised if there was something he wasn't prepared for. Also, he has a really cool hat.

Fought traffic to get the obligatory bikes w/ scenic background shot. Turned out pretty good.

Some scenery:

Love the fresh air up there.

The four of us continued on up skyline making a couple stops here and there for taking pictures and stretching. Here's Novarosky (I think that's his username :P. sorry if I'm wrong). Really liked his jacket... I need a good one like that.

At one of those stops, some random guy asked if he could pose by my motorcycle. He tried to swing a leg over, but I was not going to let that happen... pose BY it, not on it.

Overall, I'm pleased to report this ride as a success. We'll have to do another ride like this for those who missed it. For those who came, thanks for the good time!

One last thing, if any of you thought my heated gear was cool or was jealous of it. Don't be, it started malfunctioning when me and my friend hit I64 going home. It went from no heat to some unknown setting between high and THE HEAT OF A THOUSAND SUNS. I was literally burning up on a cold day until I yanked the cord.

hoodadooda · October 22nd, 2011, 05:18 PM

BAM!
http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showt...342#post392342

Not as short as I thought it was going to be.

Pleasure meeting you too. Just noticed I didn't get one good shot of you Cody. XD

Live2ride · October 22nd, 2011, 05:31 PM

Good write up, Aaron. It was great to enjoy the views, of course the sun pop'd out right as Honko and I had to go

. Anyway; it turned out to be an awesome day ntl. It was my first real group ride and even though it was slow paced, it was a lot of fun! I realized why Burton told me about 211 east out of skyline Dr; that road had tons of hairpin turns, some with gravel. No wonder there was the "High Risk Motorcycle Crash Area" sign just before I hit those twisties

. Anyway, Right after the twisties I knew exactly where I was, right by the emporium in Sperryville. It actually took a good 20 minutes less to get home than it did to get to the meeting point. I hope everyone made it home safely; glad to hear you guys had fun on the rest of the ride.

Live2ride · October 22nd, 2011, 05:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hoodadooda

BAM!
http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showt...342#post392342

Not as short as I thought it was going to be.

Pleasure meeting you too. Just noticed I didn't get one good shot of you Cody. XD

I already left my comment

. And yes, I'm a very very mysterious man. MUWAHAHAHAHA!

p.s. you did get me in the pic at the gas station; well my shoulder anyway, haha.

hoodadooda · October 22nd, 2011, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Live2ride

I already left my comment

. And yes, I'm a very very mysterious man. MUWAHAHAHAHA!

p.s. you did get me in the pic at the gas station; well my shoulder anyway, haha.

Doesn't count! :P

hoodadooda · October 22nd, 2011, 05:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Live2ride

Good write up, Aaron. It was great to enjoy the views, of course the sun pop'd out right as Honko and I had to go

. Anyway; it turned out to be an awesome day ntl. It was my first real group ride and even though it was slow paced, it was a lot of fun! I realized why Burton told me about 211 east out of skyline Dr; that road had tons of hairpin turns, some with gravel. No wonder there was the "High Risk Motorcycle Crash Area" sign just before I hit those twisties

. Anyway, Right after the twisties I knew exactly where I was, right by the emporium in Sperryville. It actually took a good 20 minutes less to get home than it did to get to the meeting point. I hope everyone made it home safely; glad to hear you guys had fun on the rest of the ride.

211 is still on my list... sounds fun.

Alex · October 22nd, 2011, 06:09 PM

/merged

exploring/carolina · October 22nd, 2011, 07:55 PM

Great pics & report!

Honko · October 22nd, 2011, 08:07 PM

I ended up taking 33 east on my way to Charlottesville and it also had some nice little stretches of road. Being my first group ride, I must say it feels pretty awesome traveling in a group of bikes

After all was said and done, aside from the 1 and a half hour break I took in Cville to hang out with some friends, I was on the bike or taking a break from being on the bike from 9 a.m. to 8:15 p.m. today. My groin and neck were not pleased when I finally got home and off the bike.

kaiserz · October 23rd, 2011, 05:23 PM

Ok so when's the next ride????

Novarosky · October 23rd, 2011, 06:12 PM

It was great riding with you guys. Here are some photos and raw video footage...

- did someone mention traffic?

Link to original page on YouTube.

October 18th, 2011, 09:52 AM	#1
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	The skyline drive "stroll" October 22, 2011 It's the time of the year, the leaves are changing and is gonna offer us a wonderful view of skyline! The skyline drive "stroll" is gonna be on A Saturday, October 22nd. Time: 10am Meeting place is at Shell "10 South St # 1, Front Royal, VA" (It's more practical, so we can just gas-up and go strait to skyline ) We're planning to do the whole skyline that's approx 3 - 4 hours going 35mph - 45mph (of course we'll take breaks) (or unless you guys have something else in mind?) Please bring your cold weather gear. According to weather.com the weather averages on that day is gonna be to 65 hi - 40 lo. ave of 60. Also don't forget $10 to get in.

October 18th, 2011, 10:35 AM	#3
Momaru ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Paul Location: Roanoke, VA Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Candy Plasma Blue 250R Posts: A lot.	1. kaiserz 2. Momaru 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9 __________________________________________________ Proud member of the Blue Army

October 18th, 2011, 03:53 PM	#5
Live2ride ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cody Location: NoVa Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 06 yzf r6r previously: 09 ninja 250r, black 07 zx6r Posts: A lot.	1. kaiserz 2. Momaru 3. Honko (if I can get up in time ) 4. live2ride 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. __________________________________________________

October 19th, 2011, 05:14 AM	#8
jstrain ninjette.org guru Name: Jeremy Location: Philadelphia Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): '04 Aprilia RSV, '10 Bonneville, '10 Ninjette Posts: 359	Wish I could. Rode a decent chunk of the south end with my dad a couple weeks ago. It was gorgeous! __________________________________________________ -Jeremy

October 21st, 2011, 08:28 AM	#13
Live2ride ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cody Location: NoVa Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 06 yzf r6r previously: 09 ninja 250r, black 07 zx6r Posts: A lot.	I hope you can make it kaiserz! I'm looking forward to this ride so much! I just hit a deer with my tahoe last night and I've been dealing with my insurance company since. I doubt that's gonna get in the way of the group ride but **** happens. The 250 is my main source of transpotation until the claims adjuster can access the damage and possibly get me a rental. The auto shop said they couldn't fit it in their schedule until at least monday. __________________________________________________

October 18th, 2011, 09:53 AM	#2
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	Who's coming? 1.kaiserz 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

October 18th, 2011, 10:43 AM	#4
Honko ninjette.org sage Name: Hyon Location: Northern Virginia Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Green SE Posts: 574	1. kaiserz 2. Momaru 3. Honko (if I can get up in time ) 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

October 18th, 2011, 04:08 PM	#6
hoodadooda MotorbikeLuv Name: Aaron Location: Henrico, VA Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (sold), 2006 Daytona 675 in Tornado Red (sold), 2007 Ninja 650 Posts: 272	1. kaiserz 2. Momaru 3. Honko (if I can get up in time ) 4. live2ride 5. hoodadooda (and friend) 6. 7. 8. 9.

October 18th, 2011, 07:34 PM	#7
gogoKawi ninjette.org sage Name: Dre Location: DMV Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300, 2008 ZX6, 2011 Ninja 1000 Posts: 622	Can't make this one. But take plenty of pics!

October 19th, 2011, 06:39 AM	#9
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	Nice we're building up a good list here I think we have 2 more people coming from the other 250forum so that's 8 of us who's going so far. HONKO!! MAKE IT HAPPEN!! HEHEHE

October 20th, 2011, 07:59 PM	#10
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	Guys ): guess what happened to my bike today... I got a nail on my rear tire... I don't think I would be able to get a replacement tire until next week T_T THIS SUCKS!!!! I'm really excited for this, and I was looking forward to this ride for like 3 weeks now, I even got a new helmet and gear ): !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

October 20th, 2011, 08:10 PM	#12
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	This really sucks ): I kinda want to risk it but then again... it's gonna be a long day of riding it's kinda scary... I'm gonna try to have someone vulcanize my tire for temporary use.

October 21st, 2011, 06:00 PM	#14
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	Nobody wants to mess with my tires ): they keep saying it's too much liability.

October 21st, 2011, 06:17 PM	#15
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	We got 3 people coming from the other 250 forums. have fun guys.

October 21st, 2011, 06:26 PM	#16
Live2ride ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cody Location: NoVa Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 06 yzf r6r previously: 09 ninja 250r, black 07 zx6r Posts: A lot.	Damn, that's a bummer, kaiserz. Well hopefully there are many more to come next season. __________________________________________________

October 21st, 2011, 06:29 PM	#17
Live2ride ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cody Location: NoVa Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 06 yzf r6r previously: 09 ninja 250r, black 07 zx6r Posts: A lot.	Is anyone gonna be passing through 211? I live in Culpeper so we could ride to the meeting point; Just let me know. __________________________________________________

October 21st, 2011, 07:39 PM	#18
Honko ninjette.org sage Name: Hyon Location: Northern Virginia Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Green SE Posts: 574	I could swing by the shell station at the intersection on my way. When would you be looking to meet up there and head out to the main spot?

October 21st, 2011, 07:53 PM	#19
Havok Internet Slut Name: Jeff Location: L.A. Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 04 FZ1, 07 FZ6 Posts: A lot.	**** that looks like fun, post up pics i want to see that ride. One day i will have to ride that. I am so freaking jealous of you guys.

October 21st, 2011, 08:20 PM	#21
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	Dang I'm so jealous /: anyway take a lot of pics guys!

October 21st, 2011, 08:54 PM	#23
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	Yeah D: I'm just gonna visit you on your day off and ask you to take me to 211 heheheh

October 21st, 2011, 10:22 PM	#25
Momaru ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Paul Location: Roanoke, VA Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Candy Plasma Blue 250R Posts: A lot.	I REALLY hate to do this, but gonna have to back out/down on this too. It's almost 1:30, I'd be waking up in under 4 hours (for 12-15 hours on the bike); I feel like my head's two sizes too large and my nose won't stop leaking. If nothing else that would make for a really messy ride. Been looking forward to this for most of the month and even postponed two other events so I could make it but noOOoooo.... Have fun and be careful! Those dry leaves are slipperier than you'd think. __________________________________________________ Proud member of the Blue Army

October 22nd, 2011, 10:53 AM	#27
Live2ride ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cody Location: NoVa Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 06 yzf r6r previously: 09 ninja 250r, black 07 zx6r Posts: A lot.	I just got home. Thanks for the group ride guys; Honko and I had to split after the first section so I hope the rest of you have a great time! __________________________________________________

October 22nd, 2011, 03:51 PM	#28
hoodadooda MotorbikeLuv Name: Aaron Location: Henrico, VA Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (sold), 2006 Daytona 675 in Tornado Red (sold), 2007 Ninja 650 Posts: 272	Finally got home... It was fun. A little on the slow side with how crowded it was, but I expected as much. The views from Skyline drive were perfect... I'll be sticking up a short ride report about it.

October 22nd, 2011, 05:17 PM	#30
hoodadooda MotorbikeLuv Name: Aaron Location: Henrico, VA Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (sold), 2006 Daytona 675 in Tornado Red (sold), 2007 Ninja 650 Posts: 272	Skyline Drive Ride Went to skyline drive for the first time on my motorcycle. Beautiful ride... and this is how it went! Was on the road by 7:30 a.m. with my friend on his Bandit. We got some breakfast from Hardees and started the rather cold ride up I-95 to get to 66 so we could get to that gas station at the top of skyline. My GPS we were relying on started dieing about 30 minutes into the trip, so we immediately pulled over at a gas station and I scribbled down the rest of the turns/exits and taped the paper to my gas tank just in case the GPS died which it didn't... all that writing for nothing, but it's better to be prepared. When we got to the gas station, we were greeted by this bunch: My friend Drew on the left being a little timid about socializing :P and live2ride, Honko, Novarusky (I think), and Burton in the pack of bikes to the right. I was outside the frame risking my life to take this picture as I was hanging off a short wall so I could get them all in view. After a few introductions, fillups, and restroom breaks, we were off to sit at the nearest red light. Me and my friend Drew being the big kids we are started revving our bikes in excitement. WE HAD FINALLY FINISHED THE TREK AND WERE READY FOR THE ADVENTURE THAT LIES AHEAD!!! Turns out there was a cop we didn't see near the intersection... good thing he didn't pay us any mind. Shortly after, we paid the fee at skyline drive's entrance and were riding in the clouds. It was a slow ride with all the traffic, but a pleasant one nonetheless with the views and smooth, curvy roads. ...and the tunnel... My friend on the bandit has a straight pipe and he decided to go nuts in the tunnel. I about jumped out of my skin. tunnel + screaming inline4= deaf hoodadooda Our first stop was right after the tunnel. It was so wonderful to stretch a bit and admire the scenery a little. Unfortunately, it was also the point were live2ride and Honko left us. Guess they were too good for us. It is at this point that I learn burton likes to be prepared... and I'd be surprised if there was something he wasn't prepared for. Also, he has a really cool hat. Fought traffic to get the obligatory bikes w/ scenic background shot. Turned out pretty good. Some scenery: Love the fresh air up there. The four of us continued on up skyline making a couple stops here and there for taking pictures and stretching. Here's Novarosky (I think that's his username :P. sorry if I'm wrong). Really liked his jacket... I need a good one like that. At one of those stops, some random guy asked if he could pose by my motorcycle. He tried to swing a leg over, but I was not going to let that happen... pose BY it, not on it. Overall, I'm pleased to report this ride as a success. We'll have to do another ride like this for those who missed it. For those who came, thanks for the good time! One last thing, if any of you thought my heated gear was cool or was jealous of it. Don't be, it started malfunctioning when me and my friend hit I64 going home. It went from no heat to some unknown setting between high and THE HEAT OF A THOUSAND SUNS. I was literally burning up on a cold day until I yanked the cord.

October 22nd, 2011, 05:18 PM	#31
hoodadooda MotorbikeLuv Name: Aaron Location: Henrico, VA Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (sold), 2006 Daytona 675 in Tornado Red (sold), 2007 Ninja 650 Posts: 272	BAM! http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showt...342#post392342 Not as short as I thought it was going to be. Pleasure meeting you too. Just noticed I didn't get one good shot of you Cody. XD

October 22nd, 2011, 05:31 PM	#32
Live2ride ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cody Location: NoVa Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 06 yzf r6r previously: 09 ninja 250r, black 07 zx6r Posts: A lot.	Good write up, Aaron. It was great to enjoy the views, of course the sun pop'd out right as Honko and I had to go . Anyway; it turned out to be an awesome day ntl. It was my first real group ride and even though it was slow paced, it was a lot of fun! I realized why Burton told me about 211 east out of skyline Dr; that road had tons of hairpin turns, some with gravel. No wonder there was the "High Risk Motorcycle Crash Area" sign just before I hit those twisties . Anyway, Right after the twisties I knew exactly where I was, right by the emporium in Sperryville. It actually took a good 20 minutes less to get home than it did to get to the meeting point. I hope everyone made it home safely; glad to hear you guys had fun on the rest of the ride. __________________________________________________

October 22nd, 2011, 06:09 PM	#36
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	/merged __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

October 22nd, 2011, 07:55 PM	#37
exploring/carolina ninjette.org guru Name: Bill Location: NC Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250 Posts: 282	Great pics & report!

October 22nd, 2011, 08:07 PM	#38
Honko ninjette.org sage Name: Hyon Location: Northern Virginia Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Green SE Posts: 574	I ended up taking 33 east on my way to Charlottesville and it also had some nice little stretches of road. Being my first group ride, I must say it feels pretty awesome traveling in a group of bikes After all was said and done, aside from the 1 and a half hour break I took in Cville to hang out with some friends, I was on the bike or taking a break from being on the bike from 9 a.m. to 8:15 p.m. today. My groin and neck were not pleased when I finally got home and off the bike.

October 23rd, 2011, 05:23 PM	#39
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	Ok so when's the next ride????

October 23rd, 2011, 06:12 PM	#40
Novarosky ninjette.org newbie Name: NoVA Location: NoVA Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): ...a 1/4 liter bike!!! Posts: 1	photo/video update It was great riding with you guys. Here are some photos and raw video footage... - did someone mention traffic? Link to original page on YouTube. Link to original page on YouTube. Link to original page on YouTube. Link to original page on YouTube. Link to original page on YouTube.

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