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Outings / Track Days & Races / CMRA motorcycle races in Angleton, Sat 2/16 - Sun 2/17 2013
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on: February 10, 2013, 08:08:59 PM
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The Central Motorcycle Roadracing Association (CMRA) is opening their 2013 club racing season this weekend at MSR-Houston, the track just outside Angleton. CMRA will be racing all weekend. Saturday's races are mostly minibike sprints in the morning, followed by a 6-hour big-bike endurance race from 10:30 on. Sunday's races are all sprints and a variety of classes from 125cc two-stroke GPs to superbikes. As a bonus, CMRA has a spectator lap during the lunch break on Sunday, at which time you can ride your bike on the track for a low-speed group lap...an interesting thing to do if you've never been on a track before. I would organize a ride out to the sprint races Sunday, but I will already be there. I am working at the races this weekend. I'm posting this in case any of you would like to hook up and ride down there. For the official poster: http://www.cmraracing.com/images/hp/cmra_flyer_msrh_feb2013.pdfFor the schedule of the weekend's races: http://www.cmraracing.com/pdf/2013/Schedules/MSRH_FEB_2013_SCHEDULE_2PG.pdfFor directions to the track: http://www.msrhouston.com/about/directionsFor information about CMRA: http://www.cmraracing.com/Admission is just $5 either day if you come on your bike. Otherwise $15 for Saturday and Sunday, or $10 for Sunday only. Bring a radio with you and tune it to FM 88.1 to hear the race announcer's calls. Whatever you do this weekend, I hope it will include getting out on your bikes. Looks like some great riding weather! Ride well, Carr |
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All Things Ducati / General Discussion / Re: New owner/rider, is this club still active?
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on: January 08, 2013, 01:18:39 AM
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Congratulations on the taking up riding and picking up your Monster! Nice first bike.
The group has been dormant for awhile, including the forum. However you can expect to see some rides and other activities happening over the next couple of months. Traditionally we do one day ride each month, meeting for breakfast then heading out for a few hours' ride, catching lunch somewhere on the way before heading back. I usually lead the rides, but life has gotten in the way recently. Hoping to get back on track with a January ride.
Rides and activities are posted here on the forum, so be sure to check in periodically.
Ride well,
Carr
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Outings / Rides & Events / Re: Tue 1/1/13 - New Year's Day Lunch & Ride
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on: December 31, 2012, 07:11:53 PM
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Sorry to inform everyone, the ride has been cancelled due to rain. Although it is possible the rain will move out of our area before ride time, that appears unlikely at this moment. In addition roads are expected to still be wet and some low lying back roads on the route could be flooded.
I am considering rescheduling the ride for next Sunday, as suggested by Paul. In that event there will be a new ride posted on the forum.
Here's wishing everyone a safe and happy New Year.
Carr
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Outings / Rides & Events / Re: Tue 1/1/13 - New Year's Day Lunch & Ride
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on: December 27, 2012, 08:07:43 PM
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I have updated the status of the ride to "tentative" due to a possibility of rain New Year's day. I will be watching the forecasts and updating the status as appropriate. Let's just hope that the forecast "rain event" is over with by then. Otherwise this would be the first time ever that we missed having the New Year's Ride.
Please be sure to check the status in the FIRST posting of this thread for updates.
Thanks!
Carr
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Outings / Rides & Events / CANCELLED: Tue 1/1/13 - New Year's Day Lunch & Ride
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on: December 17, 2012, 01:59:14 AM
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New Year's Day Lunch & Ride - Tuesday 1/1/13 (Houston area) (Updated 12/22/12--Location details)(Updated 12/27/12--Weather forecast)(Updated 12/30/12--Weather forecast)(Updated 12/31/12--RIDE CANCELLED)
Please watch here for ride status updates.
Ride plans are subject to change in the event of bad weather or unforeseen events.
Any changes will be posted here by 9:00 AM the day of the ride.
Final Status: CANCELLED (rained out)
"Whatever on New Year's Day you do, that you'll do the whole year through!"Ever heard that saying? Well if you believe it then you'll certainly want to be on your bike New Year's Day. So come along for the annual DesmoTexas/SETexDOC New Year's Day Lunch & Ride! We will start with Lunch at the Black-eyed Pea, complete with the traditional serving of black-eyed peas for good luck in the new year. Then we will head out on a short and pleasant ride, setting the tone for 2013. What better way start it off? The Black-eyed Pea is located just west of US 59 N (Eastex Fwy) on FM 1960. From US 59 take FM 1960 west. The Black-eyed Pea is on the left at the third light from the freeway. Map: https://maps.google.com/maps?q=9710+FM+1960+Humble+TX+77338 - Lunch 11:00 AM Black-eyed Pea 9710 W FM 1960 Third light west of US 59 on FM 1960 - Kickstands up 12:30 PM Ride: Into the New Year Return to Houston: by 3:00 PM All riders & all bikes welcome!
Weather Forecast: (Updated Thursday 12/31/12)
Ride temperatures: 55 - 62 degrees
Winds: North 10 - 15 MPH
Chance of rain: 50%
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Outings / Rides & Events / Sat 8/11/12 - Motorcycle Night at Minute Maid Park
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on: July 26, 2012, 05:56:16 PM
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The Houston Astros are sponsoring a "Motorcycle Night" at Minute Maid Park, Saturday August 11th. See the attached flyer for details. This is for all riders and clubs.
If you plan on going you will need to buy your tickets and participate as outlined in the flyer. The poll above is just to gauge interest within the club.
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Outings / Rides & Events / Sun 7/29/12 - SETexDOC Day Ride - CANCELLED
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on: July 24, 2012, 05:17:11 PM
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SETexDOC Day Ride - Sunday 7/29/12 (Houston area) (Updated 7/28/12--Ride cancelled)
Please watch here for ride status updates.
Ride plans are subject to change in the event of bad weather or unforeseen events.
Any changes will be posted here by 6:30 AM the day of the ride.
Status: CANCELLED
My apologies folks. I have had to cancel this ride due to last minute mechanical problems. Carr |
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Outings / Rides & Events / Sun 6/24/12 - SETexDOC Day Ride
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on: May 27, 2012, 03:31:06 PM
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SETexDOC Day Ride - Sunday 6/24/12 (Houston area) (Updated 6/4/12--Ride rescheduled from 6/10 to 6/24.)(Updated 6/19/12--Weather forecast)(Updated 6/23/12--Weather forecast)(Updated 6/24/12--Weather forecast, final status)
Please watch here for ride status updates.
Ride plans are subject to change in the event of bad weather or unforeseen events.
Any changes will be posted here by 6:30 AM the day of the ride.
Final Status: GO!
We're back on the road again! For our first ride of the summer we will repeat January's ride: the superb roads northeast of Houston, to Woodville and the Pickett House Restaurant. This one is by request from those eager to return to these curvy roads and the good food. Once again we will ride this scenic route both directions. Yes, the roads are that good! So don't miss this first Summer 2012 ride. (Rescheduled from June 10th to June 24th.) - Breakfast 8:00 AM IHOP 197 Greens Rd (Just East of I-45, by Greenspoint Mall) - Kickstands up 9:00 AM Ride: Northeast to Woodville Lunch: Pickett House Restaurant Return to Houston: 3:30 PM Ride pace: Easy/relaxed (faster riders can ride ahead) All riders & all bikes welcome!
Weather Forecast: (Updated Sunday 6/24/12)
Ride temperatures: 85 - 98 degrees
Heat index readings: 102 to 107
Winds: North 10 - 15 MPH
Chance of rain: None expected
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Outings / Rides & Events / Sun 1/29/12 - SETexDOC Day Ride
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on: January 08, 2012, 08:12:11 AM
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SETexDOC Day Ride - Sunday 1/29/12 (Houston area) (Updated 1/23/11--Weather forecast, ride description)(Updated 1/26/11--Weather forecast)(Updated 1/28/11--Weather forecast)(Updated 1/29/11--Weather forecast, status)
Please watch here for ride status updates.
Ride plans are subject to change in the event of bad weather or unforeseen events.
Any changes will be posted here by 7:00 AM the day of the ride.
Final Status: GO!
The January Day Ride will be on the superb roads northeast of Houston, to Woodville and the Pickett House Restaurant. It has been over a year since we made that trek. Those who went last time have been eager to return, for the curvy roads and the food. The scenic route up is so much fun that we will be doing something unusual for our rides: retracing it on the way home. So don't miss this one! - Breakfast 9:00 AM IHOP 197 Greens Rd (Just East of I-45, by Greenspoint Mall) - Kickstands up 10:00 AM Ride: Northeast to Woodville Lunch: Pickett House Restaurant Return to Houston: 4:00 PM All riders & all bikes welcome!
Weather Forecast: (Updated Sunday 1/29/12)
Ride temperatures: 50 - 64 degrees
Winds: East 5 - 10 MPH
Chance of rain: None expected
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Outings / Rides & Events / Sun 1/1/12 - New Year's Day Lunch & Ride
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on: December 29, 2011, 05:24:55 AM
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New Year's Day Lunch & Ride - Sunday 1/1/12 (Houston area) (Updated 12/30/11--Weather forecast)(Updated 1/1/12--Ride Status and Weather forecast)
Please watch here for ride status updates.
Ride plans are subject to change in the event of bad weather or unforeseen events.
Any changes will be posted here by 9:00 AM the day of the ride.
Final Status: GO!
Whatever on New Year's Day you do, that you'll do the whole year through!Ever heard that saying? Well if you believe it then you'll certainly want to be on your bike New Year's Day. So come along for the annual DesmoTexas/SETexDOC New Year's Day Lunch & Ride! We will start with Lunch at the Black-eyed Pea, complete with the traditional serving of black-eyed peas for good luck in the new year. Then we will head out on a short and pleasant ride, setting the tone for 2012. What better way start it off? The Black-eyed Pea is located just outside the loop on US 290. From Loop 610 take US 290, exit 34th Street, make a u-turn underneath the freeway onto the inbound access road. The restaurant is one block down. For those arriving inbound on US 290, exit 34th Street and continue on the access road one block past 34th. The following link shows the location, but be advised....somtimes Google puts the marker on the wrong side of the freeway. This is on the SOUTH (inbound) side! http://maps.google.com/maps?q=10999+Northwest+Freeway+Houston+TX+77092 - Lunch 11:30 AM Black-eyed Pea 10999 Northwest Fwy (US 290) Just south of 34th street, inbound side of 290 - Kickstands up 1:00 PM Ride: Into the New Year Return to Houston: by 3:00 PM All riders & all bikes welcome!
Weather Forecast: (Updated Sunday 1/1/12)
Ride temperatures: 58 - 65 degrees
Winds: North 15 - 20 MPH
Chance of rain: None expected
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