COWBOYS DESERT RENEGADES 2012

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   All DDD and CDR Riders, 

We will depart Weatherford, Texas on Friday, May 11.  Departure time will be 0700 sharp.  Not 0701.  We will stage at the "Iron Skillet", 2001 Santa Fe Trail, Weatherford, Texas 76086.  Take exit 409 off of I-20.  The "Iron Skillet" is located on the Northeast Corner of I-20 and exit 409.  A motel is next door to the "Iron Skillet" should you want to stay there Thursday Night.  I will hold a 15 minute riders meeting at 0630.  At departure time tanks should be full and bladders empty.  We will break for coffee and breakfast in Thurber Texas.    

We will overnight in Las Cruces, NM where “Cowboy” will take charge of the group.  We will probably eat at La Postas Friday Night and I am sure he will take the senic route to Phoenix as in past years.  We will overnight in Phoenix on Saturday and arrive in Rancho Sunday around 1300.   Hotels have not been determined for Las Cruces or Phoenix.  “Cowboy” will post appropriate motels for Las Cruces and Phoenix.

This will be a long day in the saddle, so safety is priority one.  Adjust your attitude accordingly.  There will be NO ATTITUDES - NO COMPLAINING.  This run should be considered a good practice run for RFTW 2012.  However, let me stress what "Ghost Rider" said:  

"DDD and CDR ARE NOT AN OFFICIAL PART OF RUN FOR THE WALL. WE ARE A NON-SANCTIONED GROUP OF RIDERS WHO MAKE THE CHOICE TO RIDE TOGETHER TOWARD A COMMON GOAL OF ARRIVING IN CALIFORNIA SAFELY TO THEN PARTICIPATE IN RUN FOR THE WALL."

A closing inspiring thought to remember:   

"Over the last 108 years in the saddle, we've seen wars, conflicts, depression, recession, resistance and revolutions.  We've watched a thousand hand-wringing pundits disappear in our rear view mirrors.  But every time we, and this country, have come out stronger than before.  Chrome and asphalt puts distance between you and whatever the world can throw at you.  Freedom and wind will outlast hard times, and the rumble of an engine drowns out all the bla, bla, bla on the evening news.  If 108 years have proven one thing, it's that fear sucks and it doesn't last long.  SO TO HECK WITH IT ALL .......... LET'S RIDE !!!!

If you have a problem with any of the above  …….. GET OVER IT !! 

Sir Dutch

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Dutch Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Jan-13-2010 Location: Dallas Status: Offline Points: 336	Post Options Post Reply Quote Dutch Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: COWBOYS DESERT RENEGADES 2012 Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 8:24am
	All DDD and CDR Riders, We will depart Weatherford, Texas on Friday, May 11. Departure time will be 0700 sharp. Not 0701. We will stage at the "Iron Skillet", 2001 Santa Fe Trail, Weatherford, Texas 76086. Take exit 409 off of I-20. The "Iron Skillet" is located on the Northeast Corner of I-20 and exit 409. A motel is next door to the "Iron Skillet" should you want to stay there Thursday Night. I will hold a 15 minute riders meeting at 0630. At departure time tanks should be full and bladders empty. We will break for coffee and breakfast in Thurber Texas. We will overnight in Las Cruces, NM where “Cowboy” will take charge of the group. We will probably eat at La Postas Friday Night and I am sure he will take the senic route to Phoenix as in past years. We will overnight in Phoenix on Saturday and arrive in Rancho Sunday around 1300. Hotels have not been determined for Las Cruces or Phoenix. “Cowboy” will post appropriate motels for Las Cruces and Phoenix. This will be a long day in the saddle, so safety is priority one. Adjust your attitude accordingly. There will be NO ATTITUDES - NO COMPLAINING. This run should be considered a good practice run for RFTW 2012. However, let me stress what "Ghost Rider" said: "DDD and CDR ARE NOT AN OFFICIAL PART OF RUN FOR THE WALL. WE ARE A NON-SANCTIONED GROUP OF RIDERS WHO MAKE THE CHOICE TO RIDE TOGETHER TOWARD A COMMON GOAL OF ARRIVING IN CALIFORNIA SAFELY TO THEN PARTICIPATE IN RUN FOR THE WALL." A closing inspiring thought to remember: "Over the last 108 years in the saddle, we've seen wars, conflicts, depression, recession, resistance and revolutions. We've watched a thousand hand-wringing pundits disappear in our rear view mirrors. But every time we, and this country, have come out stronger than before. Chrome and asphalt puts distance between you and whatever the world can throw at you. Freedom and wind will outlast hard times, and the rumble of an engine drowns out all the bla, bla, bla on the evening news. If 108 years have proven one thing, it's that fear sucks and it doesn't last long. SO TO HECK WITH IT ALL .......... LET'S RIDE !!!! If you have a problem with any of the above …….. GET OVER IT !! *Sir Dutch*
	"See you on the dark side of the Moon"

jimesther1 Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Oct-15-2009 Location: Calimesa Ca Status: Offline Points: 482	Post Options Post Reply Quote jimesther1 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 8:41am
	We will be waiting, I have a long ride to RC. I plan on leaving my house at 12:00, 1st fuel stop will be about 2 blocks, then on to the 1st rest stop (next offramp) for a quick smoke. Then I plan a hard ride for about 30 mins. to RC. Check into Hotel rest up for your arrival at around 1:30. Ride safe all.
	Whisper

Papa Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Feb-06-2011 Location: Arlington, TX Status: Offline Points: 506	Post Options Post Reply Quote Papa Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 8:49am
	jimesther1 I am thinking that you should ride East to meet the group halfway.
	Papa USMC 69-70

SPEEDY Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Jun-20-2010 Location: Memphis, TN Status: Offline Points: 124	Post Options Post Reply Quote SPEEDY Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 10:05am
	MO-JO & Wicked, are you planning to go the back way into El Paso again this year? Enjoyed that ride last year and would be up for it again........speedy & Pooh
	USN,Ret 1959-1979 VFW Post 684 VFW Riders Group 684 American Legion FRA-86 SCRC-000 GWRRA PGR RFTW SR 06-12 CR 07

Papa Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Feb-06-2011 Location: Arlington, TX Status: Offline Points: 506	Post Options Post Reply Quote Papa Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 10:14am
	Mo-Jo and Wicked, I will probably already be in Midland with Crosswind the day before so might be interested in hooking up with you to catch up with DDD and CDR. Papa
	Papa USMC 69-70

LaiKhe67tc Members Profile Find Members Posts Visit Members Homepage Senior Member Joined: Oct-15-2009 Location: San Diego CA Status: Offline Points: 2025	Post Options Post Reply Quote LaiKhe67tc Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 10:23am
	None of my business really, as I will be waiting on the West Coast for all y'all to arrive. But I will offer one thing if you want to pursue it. I travel between San Diego and Dallas to see my grandkids fairly often, and since Las Cruces is half way, we motel there. After being burned a couple times, we found a little place called the Royal Host motel, clean and inexpensive with a nice restaurant on the premises. It's on the west end of town, you are on the 10 heading west first thing in the morning. If anybody wants to check it out, Royal Host Motel 2146 W. Picacho (575) 647 4836
	Southern Route Camping Coordinator 2013

SPEEDY Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Jun-20-2010 Location: Memphis, TN Status: Offline Points: 124	Post Options Post Reply Quote SPEEDY Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 10:37am
	LaiKhe67tc, Thanks for the info. Always looking for a good place in Las Cruces. I have a reservation at Americas Best Value, just down the street. I'll check out your suggestion when we get in there. Thanks.....
	USN,Ret 1959-1979 VFW Post 684 VFW Riders Group 684 American Legion FRA-86 SCRC-000 GWRRA PGR RFTW SR 06-12 CR 07

Ghost Rider Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Sep-29-2009 Location: TX Status: Offline Points: 364	Post Options Post Reply Quote Ghost Rider Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 11:50am
	I made reservations at the Hampton Inn in Las Cruses. They will be the host hotel going east and gave me the RFTW rate going west also. Just a thought for those going out. Speedy, we got one day closer to springtime and it's already starting to gel. From the "A-TEAM" show I love it when a plan comes together.
	Ghost Rider Army 74-77, Korea 76-77, TX National Guard 77-83, SR Road Guard 2011, 2012, 2013 Proud Army Dad It is a MISSION not a party or fun run.

Dutch Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Jan-13-2010 Location: Dallas Status: Offline Points: 336	Post Options Post Reply Quote Dutch Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 12:07pm
	GHOST RIDER, Is Sparky going this year? Did she have ASB (Automatic Sideways Brakeing) installed on her bike? Sir Dutch Edited by Dutch - Jan-03-2012 at 12:08pm
	"See you on the dark side of the Moon"

Ghost Rider Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Sep-29-2009 Location: TX Status: Offline Points: 364	Post Options Post Reply Quote Ghost Rider Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 12:24pm
	She better be going. She is the APL for 3rd. SOMEONE has to keep Hardcharger in line. ShortStack has her hand full with chase truck. And yes, the ASB is installed along with ALD (Automatic Latching Devices) for the saddlebags.
	Ghost Rider Army 74-77, Korea 76-77, TX National Guard 77-83, SR Road Guard 2011, 2012, 2013 Proud Army Dad It is a MISSION not a party or fun run.

dgryder Members Profile Find Members Posts Visit Members Homepage Newbie Joined: Dec-23-2009 Location: Aubrey, TX Status: Offline Points: 33	Post Options Post Reply Quote dgryder Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 12:55pm
	I will have to meet you guys in RC this year. I have to be in Indiana that weekend and will fly to RC. Shipping my bike with Shepherd. Gonna miss that snake river canyon.
	In His Service, Duane "The individual activity of one man with backbone will do more than a thousand men with a mere wishbone." -William J. H. Boetcker

Sparky Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Mar-06-2010 Location: Mesquite, Tx Status: Offline Points: 197	Post Options Post Reply Quote Sparky Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 1:31pm
	You two can kiss my grits.
	Sparky, SSIGS Until they all come home.

Dutch Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Jan-13-2010 Location: Dallas Status: Offline Points: 336	Post Options Post Reply Quote Dutch Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 2:07pm
	NOW SPARKY .............. DON'T GET YOUR NICKERS IN A TWIST TO EARLY !!! You still have Cowboy to deal with. Not to mention Airborne, Hardcharger, Short Stack, Stonewall, NightTrain, Speedy and Pooh, Gunner, Betty Boop, Stoney, LightBulb, MoJo, Wicked, Raven and the rest of the Renegades. Can we all take pictures this year when you slide, ......... er ah ......... land, I mean stop, at gas stations? I have a high speed camera that can see thru blue smoke. Just asking! *Sir Dutch*
	"See you on the dark side of the Moon"

shadow Members Profile Find Members Posts Visit Members Homepage Senior Member Joined: Feb-20-2010 Location: wv Status: Offline Points: 3354	Post Options Post Reply Quote shadow Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 2:35pm
	I LIKE UR STYLE DUTCH-- PLEASE -EVERY ONE -RIDE SAFE--CUZ WE NEED YA N LOVE YA. WISH I CULD BE OUT THERE TO RIDE WITH YA- WORKIN ON IT. MAYBE -
	the Shadow

BarksdaleFR Preacher Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Jul-17-2011 Location: Shreveport LA Status: Offline Points: 168	Post Options Post Reply Quote BarksdaleFR Preacher Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 2:45pm
	@klbrown53, i think jimester should come out to greet one and all

Casper Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Oct-09-2009 Location: Scott, LA Status: Offline Points: 264	Post Options Post Reply Quote Casper Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 2:47pm
	The Cajun Coonasses will be meeting you in Las Cruces on Friday! Be afraid, Be very afraid!
	RFTW ALR(China Post #1) VFW #9822,Judice LA 173rd ABN ASSN 1st Cav Div Assn Those who for their country died shall fill an honored grave, for glory lights the soldiers tomb and beauty weeps the brave.

BarksdaleFR Preacher Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Jul-17-2011 Location: Shreveport LA Status: Offline Points: 168	Post Options Post Reply Quote BarksdaleFR Preacher Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 2:55pm
	Some Cajuns Have To Take The Long Way...

Sparky Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Mar-06-2010 Location: Mesquite, Tx Status: Offline Points: 197	Post Options Post Reply Quote Sparky Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 4:11pm
	I prefer to think of it as a controlled sideways entry into our destination.
	Sparky, SSIGS Until they all come home.

SheWolf Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Feb-13-2010 Location: Colorado/Texas Status: Offline Points: 1996	Post Options Post Reply Quote SheWolf Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 5:02pm
	"The Cajun Coonasses will be meeting you in Las Cruces on Friday! Be afraid, Be very afraid!" nothing a few shots and mudbugs wont cure..lol I must be nuts... cause you guys are fun lol Edited by SheWolf - Jan-03-2012 at 5:04pm
	Freedom is a fragile thing and is never more than one generation away from extinction. It is not ours by inheritance; it must be fought for and defended constantly by each generation. Thanks SheWolf

SheWolf Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Feb-13-2010 Location: Colorado/Texas Status: Offline Points: 1996	Post Options Post Reply Quote SheWolf Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Jan-03-2012 at 5:07pm
	Forum: General Discussion Topic: COWBOYS DESERT RENEGADES 2012 Posted By: shadow I LIKE UR STYLE DUTCH-- PLEASE -EVERY ONE -RIDE SAFE--CUZ WE NEED YA N LOVE YA. WISH I CULD BE OUT THERE TO RIDE WITH YA- WORKIN ON IT. MAYBE - come on out... am sure thy'll behave for you
	Freedom is a fragile thing and is never more than one generation away from extinction. It is not ours by inheritance; it must be fought for and defended constantly by each generation. Thanks SheWolf

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