Trikefest 2012!!!

[JasonB]

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WHO IS READY ALREADY?!
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Im already starting to pack up things and take time off work. Its going to be a week long affair~!

Who else is already asking off and packing?!

[big specht]

Damn overachiever LOL

[Jon Boy]

dang, you can't even wait for it to be 2012 yet. :lol:

[Tri-Z 250]

Boys got an itch, needs some Haspin mud-n-fun to cure it.

[tecat-z]

Never to early to start planning for the annual pilgrimage. Once winter shows up, it really does come fast.

[thestud25]

Jason, I am already planning and trying to motivate the troops down here to commit. I will be there barring a job change, death in the family, or Zombie Apocalypse!! I have been waiting for this thread to start.

I will be there again with my jug of "Slap Shot" ready for all that want a sip. I have practiced and will be well rehearsed for "Trailer Karaoke", My Big Red will again rip the frame out from under any square that dare pull up to Herk N' Jerk, I will be ready to drink Margaritas from the Kings of Blenders that the boys from the south bring, I will be ready to drink the shine at the Shoe Tree, and more than anything I will have a spot ready on the trailer to bring home the raffle prize!!!!!!!!!

[Tri-Z 250]

Get that man some tickets ^^^ he's ready to win!

[fabiodriven]

I can't wait! I've been thinking about it for months, but have yet to start preparing.

I am looking forward to this year even more than last. Where last year was my first year I was just getting to know a lot of the people. Now I know who some of the people are and I also know what to expect.

One thing is for sure, I am doing the whole week this year. It went by way to fast last time!

[thestud25]

One thing is for sure, I am doing the whole week this year. It went by way to fast last time!

I will be doing a whole week this year as well! I didn't do enough riding last year, but plenty of shoe treeing!!!

[rray62]

I was ready the day I came back last year!!!!!! Already secured the days on the vacation book!

[gus]

i cant wait if i go its going to be my first time always wonted to go for years. were is it going to be this year?

[atctim]

I am ready to roll!!!!!!!!!!!!I wanted to camp at the shoe tree last year, but it was not in the cards, and I now realize it never will be - if it rains - I am basically stuck until it dries out! I am however thinking about camping out at the shoe tree for one night this year. Load up a bag of sleep, and a cooler, and head for the tree. Who is in for a wonderful slumber party say - Thursday night. Pillow fights and pajamas optional! 12 drink minimum! Regulators...........................Mount Up!!!!!!!

[badass350x]

I will be meeting you all this time around!!!! Should be fun...

[thestud25]

I was ready the day I came back last year!!!!!! Already secured the days on the vacation book!

I can't wait to see you get big air again!!


I am ready to roll!!!!!!!!!!!!I wanted to camp at the shoe tree last year, but it was not in the cards, and I now realize it never will be - if it rains - I am basically stuck until it dries out! I am however thinking about camping out at the shoe tree for one night this year. Load up a bag of sleep, and a cooler, and head for the tree. Who is in for a wonderful slumber party say - Thursday night. Pillow fights and pajamas optional! 12 drink minimum! Regulators...........................Mount Up!!!!!!!

I am in, however you realize that there will be no sleep that night!!! You going to camp at the same spot as last year?

[Xowner]

i am ready to roll!!!!!!!!!!!!i wanted to camp at the shoe tree last year, but it was not in the cards, and i now realize it never will be - if it rains - i am basically stuck until it dries out! I am however thinking about camping out at the shoe tree for one night this year. Load up a bag of sleep, and a cooler, and head for the tree. Who is in for a wonderful slumber party say - thursday night. Pillow fights and pajamas optional! 12 drink minimum! Regulators...........................mount up!!!!!!!

told you so!!!!!!!!

[Russell 350X]

I have the itch bad!!!! Can't wait for this year...a week and both weekends...I think I best bring 9 cases of beer, 2 large bottles of Fireball, one large bottle of Jager LOL!!!!!

[JasonB]

Started packing tools into my handy chest and over night supplies last night, and I fired up the R for the first time with the new reed cage.


IM STOKED!!!!!!!!!!!!

[kiser]

I cant wait for TF this year! Last year we talked about hanging a trailpro in a tree at the top of the devils back bone so if somebody can bring one Ill bring my climbing gear. It would be a trike fest tree ornament that will last for generations! LOL!

[thestud25]

I cant wait for TF this year! Last year we talked about hanging a trailpro in a tree at the top of the devils back bone so if somebody can bring one Ill bring my climbing gear. It would be a trike fest tree ornament that will last for generations! LOL!

I am sure I can come up with one!! You ready to get whooped in Herk N' Jerk again?????

[atctim]

I am in, however you realize that there will be no sleep that night!!! You going to camp at the same spot as last year?

I am not sure where I am camping this year! Ever since I started going to TF back in 05, I have always moved around a bit - so I can't really say yet! I've never camped up with Raffa/Mik6 and gang, but have wanted to for a while now.

[Xowner]

I have the itch bad!!!! Can't wait for this year...a week and both weekends...I think I best bring 9 cases of beer, 2 large bottles of Fireball, one large bottle of Jager LOL!!!!!

I will not have anything to do with Drinking it......

[kiser]

I am sure I can come up with one!! You ready to get whooped in Herk N' Jerk again????? Sounds good!! HAHAHA that was a good time last year!! Im bringing the ol red sled again for some concrete thrashin!! LOL!

[Russell 350X]

I will not have anything to do with Drinking it......


hahaha we'll see about that!!

[mollie8000]

cant fing wait

[CRAZY70MAN]

Jason, I am already planning and trying to motivate the troops down here to commit. I will be there barring a job change, death in the family, or Zombie Apocalypse!! I have been waiting for this thread to start.

I will be there again with my jug of "Slap Shot" ready for all that want a sip. I have practiced and will be well rehearsed for "Trailer Karaoke", My Big Red will again rip the frame out from under any square that dare pull up to Herk N' Jerk, I will be ready to drink Margaritas from the Kings of Blenders that the boys from the south bring, I will be ready to drink the shine at the Shoe Tree, and more than anything I will have a spot ready on the trailer to bring home the raffle prize!!!!!!!!!

Slapshot......lol:lol::lol:....a game I will never forget nor play!! That was a memorable moment. Gonna rethink the Karaoke lay out:wondering...my trailer axles were almost bent from bouncing off the ground?:lock:.. What a blast. Gonna be a little more organized and maybe not yell "Karaoke Party at Andy's trailer" at the shoe tree after everyone is hammered?? Man I cannot wait?? ATCTIM.....what about Samsquantch back there in the woods?? I am looking for a "Mustard Tiger" shirt as we speak........

[tapper190]

Well folks, I'm going to try and make this year!
Tapper

[captainweezy]

Cant wait myself. Planning at least 4 days this year and I have been recruiting a few more trikers from the area.

Tapper...if you are really sure your going i can wait till then to get my rear 350x skid.

[stubbie1111]

Hey everyone,
What are the dates for trikefest, and please let me know how to get all the details time/place/events/etc...... Sounds like a blast, and I have a old lady and bunch of rug rats I can bring along!!!

P.S. MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!!!!!!!!!

[hoosierlogger]

Rug rats = beer winches. LOL TF is the first weekend after fathers day. It is held at Haspin Acres in Laurel, Indiana. Dont bring anything you dont waant to get muddy.

[tapper190]

Cant wait myself. Planning at least 4 days this year and I have been recruiting a few more trikers from the area.

Tapper...if you are really sure your going i can wait till then to get my rear 350x skid.
I can't make any promises on making it. I'm going to try, but if I can't make it, I can promise you a skid plate will be waiting for you there if you like.
Tapper

[jfaulkner02]

Sure would like to make it again this year. I was able to attend in 2010, but not this past yr. I do know that if I am able to go then I would have to car pull with someone..possibly thestud25 if you pass this way like Zach did in 2010 or maybe meet wheexy up towrds his area, IDK. It all depends on the cashola and time. I guess we will see.

[Mickey Dunlap]

OK I'm lazy and I don't want to read everything,so when and where is this?

[jfaulkner02]

Its in June at Haspin Acres and in Laurel, Indiana. I beleive its the weekend of the 15th or 19th? Somewhere around that time. I ve only been one year and its a blast.

[JasonB]

It's the weekend after fathers day every year, so the weekend of June 23/24th this year in 2012

[Mickey Dunlap]

OK that's not that bad 412 miles from me. The hard part is getting mt 200x ready by then,but it's a good goal.

[u.p ted]

i got my time off that week and now just need to start working on the trikes

[fabiodriven]

OK that's not that bad 412 miles from me. The hard part is getting mt 200x ready by then,but it's a good goal.

I can promise you will not regret it if you come, 200X or not. (I'd highly recommend a camper though;))

[hoosierlogger]

I can promise you will not regret it if you come, 200X or not. (I'd highly recommend a camper though;))

And id like to add that if it is a big camper park on higher ground. I had a rough time getting up the hill last year without a trailer.

[fabiodriven]

I'm still amazed at the people who were there and I'm not sure if I met or not. Just another reason I'm doing the whole week this year.

Did we meet Hoosier?

[hoosierlogger]

I saw you, but you were always in a conversation with someone else. So I never bothered interrupting you.

[GreenBoy]

Is the 23-24th of june the fixed date ? Just wondering since I got to book my flight soon. I wasn´t sure if it´s 23-24 or 29-1st of july.
CYA guys
Hagen

[jensenracing77]

I'm still amazed at the people who were there and I'm not sure if I met or not. Just another reason I'm doing the whole week this year.

Did we meet Hoosier?

i am bad at not remembering names, user names, and faces. i only know about 20 user names to there faces and that is mostly from the OTC races.

[thestud25]

Hagen, you ready for some "Slap Shot?" I am trying to procure some special "Shots" to take while we play the game.

Hoosier, have you decided if you are going to make it?

[fabiodriven]

And id like to add that if it is a big camper park on higher ground. I had a rough time getting up the hill last year without a trailer.

I'm gonna try and get my hands on some tire chains this year just in case. I don't have four wheel drive.


i am bad at not remembering names, user names, and faces. i only know about 20 user names to there faces and that is mostly from the OTC races.

I do remember you Jensen, and they older gent that was with you. Class act, the both of ya. My buddy and I were chatting with you guys at the back bone if you remember that.

[hoosierlogger]

Hoosier, have you decided if you are going to make it?

Still not sure. The wifes thing and mine are the same weekend. If my parents arent on vacation then and will watch our 2 year old daughter Ill be there.

[jensenracing77]

Still not sure. The wifes thing and mine are the same weekend. If my parents arent on vacation then and will watch our 2 year old daughter Ill be there.

will it help if i harass your dad at work about it? lol. i'll tell him everyone is expecting you to cook for them :D

[hoosierlogger]

will it help if i harass your dad at work about it? lol. i'll tell him everyone is expecting you to cook for them :D

Probably not, I think they will do it. I already got my ass chewed out for talking to them about it without asking the boss if it was ok with her first. LOL

[tecat-z]

Probably not, I think they will do it. I already got my ass chewed out for talking to them about it without asking the boss if it was ok with h
er first. LOL

Brazil is only about 2 hrs from Laurel, and it'll be worth every minute. Straight east from you.

[hoosierlogger]

Brazil is only about 2 hrs from Laurel, and it'll be worth every minute. Straight east from you.
I know, I was there last year. My wife skipped the event that she has done every year for the past 10 years so I could go. So I am supposed to skip TF this year so she can go do her thing, but I am trying to worm my way around it. LOL

[CRAZY70MAN]

I know, I was there last year. My wife skipped the event that she has done every year for the past 10 years so I could go. So I am supposed to skip TF this year so she can go do her thing, but I am trying to worm my way around it. LOL adda boy!! lol..........

[fabiodriven]

I know, I was there last year. My wife skipped the event that she has done every year for the past 10 years so I could go. So I am supposed to skip TF this year so she can go do her thing, but I am trying to worm my way around it. LOL

Simple solution- the next 9 years are yours. What's fair is fair! :D

[hoosierlogger]

Simple solution- the next 9 years are yours. What's fair is fair! :D

I dont think she would think that is fair though.

[Billy Golightly]

Is the 23-24th of june the fixed date ? Just wondering since I got to book my flight soon. I wasn´t sure if it´s 23-24 or 29-1st of july.
CYA guys
HagenF

Friday the 22nd and Saturday the 23rd of June 2012 it is!

[the_chief]

I'll be there representing the lurkers!!! :beer

[JasonB]

162 days and counting before the madness begins!!!!


what day is everyone planning to roll in on? I am asking off for mine a month from now to ensure i have off. I plan to leave out for TF2012 on Tuesday night, so I can roll in EARLY Wednesday morning around 1 or 2 am and Claim a spot.

[ATCcountryboy]

I am going to try to come this year with my dad. Can't wait!!! Looking foward to meeting a few of y'all.

[thestud25]

162 days and counting before the madness begins!!!!


what day is everyone planning to roll in on? I am asking off for mine a month from now to ensure i have off. I plan to leave out for TF2012 on Tuesday night, so I can roll in EARLY Wednesday morning around 1 or 2 am and Claim a spot.

I plan on being there Monday or Tuesday at the latest.

[thestud25]

I will be traveling 44East from Springfield, then 70 all the way to Indianapolis. If anyone wants to chip in on gas and ride with me let me know and we will see what we can work out.

[Jason125m]

Damn boys. I'm seriously contemplating making this trip. VERY far for me, but, well worth it. Hoping i can work things out to make it . Sounds like a good time!!!!!

[thestud25]

Damn boys. I'm seriously contemplating making this trip. VERY far for me, but, well worth it. Hoping i can work things out to make it . Sounds like a good time!!!!!

You get down there and I will hook you up with a trike to ride.

[segers200s]

cant believe I only live 2 hrs from n never even heard about it but will definitely be goin n check-in it out sounds like a blast maybe get to meet some of you

[JasonB]

143 days until TF2012 starts!!!!

last night I packed some more goodies into my tool chest and found my 'traveling tub'. Sold my FMF pipe To Garry Crum and im shopping for a new pipe now. Need to pick up a 38 or 39mm PWK carb now!

[shannonw]

The plan is for the Woodhouse's to make it again this year... we'll be abandoning our children and hookin' up with Tapper to make the trip :Bounce . How many of my ladies will be there!!!?!?!

Shannon

[caucker]

Is there any info thread around here? I saw the threewheeler parade video and wanted to be a part of that so bad...my buddy and I wanna try and make it out, 9.5 hours though...

What kind of stuff goes on at TF?

[hoosierlogger]

What kind of stuff goes on at TF?

Just about anything you can imagine.

The wife is canceling her thing she had going on during the same weekend!!!
I am turning in my vacation request tomorrow. I took the whole week off Probably head over that was on Wed afternoon.
Hopefully I dont piss her off between now and then. LOL

[JasonB]

107 days left until TF, where are we all with projects?!

new carb and custom pipe on the way to my house, trying to make sure the R is running perfect :D

[tecat-z]

Still workin on getting a new Tecate together. Taking longer than i anticipated due to me spending money on some things around the house and trying to pay off some bills. But, we have been pretty successful paying things down, so hopefully i can find some money to get things wrapped up by June. Either way i'm there, and can't wait!

[tapper190]

Booked the time off work, motor is in pieces on the 500, I have a little head work to do and everything is ready to put back together. Counting down the days!
Tapper

[kiser]

Im really looking forward to TF as usual. I trying to get my Tacate finished. Waiting on the cool head to get here and I can get the motor back in it. I think im going to MX and drag race it this year. It will be my first time MXin a 2 stroke. That should be a BIG change from the ol 350x! Im also trying to get my girlfriends 185s done so I can do a lil unsuspened racing. Looking forward to seeing everybody again and counting down the days!

[just ben]

I am planning on tues-sun. It will be my first year and I can't wait. Mik6 save me a spot by you like you said,I heard it's a good one

[MIK6]

No probs ben.. let me know how your camping and how much room ya need.
MIK6/ Mike

[captainweezy]

Booked the time off work, motor is in pieces on the 500, I have a little head work to do and everything is ready to put back together. Counting down the days!
Tapper

Make sure you bring some of your stainless parts. I will speak for at least a rear swingarm skid for my 350x.

[fabiodriven]

I'll be there early, hopefully parked in the same spot I had last year.

[Jason125m]

I'm hoping I can make it work, and make it down there. But no promises. As of right now I'm driving a useless Grand am. If i manage to buy a truck, i'll be there.

[hoosierlogger]

I am planning on getting there on Wednesday some time.

[CRAZY70MAN]

Im really looking forward to TF as usual. I trying to get my Tacate finished. Waiting on the cool head to get here and I can get the motor back in it. I think im going to MX and drag race it this year. It will be my first time MXin a 2 stroke. That should be a BIG change from the ol 350x! Im also trying to get my girlfriends 185s done so I can do a lil unsuspened racing. Looking forward to seeing everybody again and counting down the days!

sshhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!;)

[jensenracing77]

The wife is canceling her thing she had going on during the same weekend!!!
I am turning in my vacation request tomorrow. I took the whole week off Probably head over that was on Wed afternoon.
Hopefully I dont piss her off between now and then. LOL

you trained her well! now you just have to keep here from seeing what i just posted, lol.

[hoosierlogger]

you trained her well! now you just have to keep here from seeing what i just posted, lol.

Id just tell her to go lay down. LOL JK

[Big Mike]

Looks like I am in for TFest 2012!!! Cannot wait. Vacation request put in, pick up my new truck camper from Fabiodriven tomorrow. Then going to start to sock away some cash for this. Gotta start doing some figuring. Looks like my girl will be coming along too, unless she changes her mind, then I am doing it alone. Cannot wait to meet more of my triker friends.

[thestud25]

I am planning on getting there on Wednesday some time.

I'll save you a spot!

[hoosierlogger]

I think we will probably set up in the same spot as last year Jon. Set up down there if you want. Just save enough room for Steve's truck and trailer, plus about 5 tents. I think we are bringing more people this year.

[thestud25]

You going to be Ble to pull me out when it rains?!?! LOL.

[mohadib]

If anyone from Colorado or New Mexico is going please send me a message. 19 hours is way too long to drive alone.

[hoosierlogger]

You going to be Ble to pull me out when it rains?!?! LOL.

Hell I barely got out last year in the clayment that was on that hill. Ill find out from Steve what he has in mind for a place to set up this year.

[MRSOUND]

I have few questions about trike fest.

1) June 22-23 = Friday & Saturday....so I assume this means everyone pulls out Sunday?
2) What if any facilities are available? Food? Vendors? Jiffy john? Electric? Water? Used to camping, just want to know what I need.
3) Is there any "schedule of events"?

Any advise for preparing for a possible 1st time trip would be greatly appreciated!

[fabiodriven]

You going to be Ble to pull me out when it rains?!?! LOL.

I'm only 2wd and HEAVY. I'm thinking of bringing tire chains, no joke.

[thestud25]

I have few questions about trike fest.

1) June 22-23 = Friday & Saturday....so I assume this means everyone pulls out Sunday?
2) What if any facilities are available? Food? Vendors? Jiffy john? Electric? Water? Used to camping, just want to know what I need.
3) Is there any "schedule of events"?

Any advise for preparing for a possible 1st time trip would be greatly appreciated!

Bathhouse, showers, gas station, beer, essentials, etc 1 mile away in town. People typically pull out Sunday. MX races Friday, drag races Saturday. People will be there throughout the entire week.

[MRSOUND]

Thanks stud.....so it's bring what ya want or get what they have in town. I assume most people tent/camp right there on the grounds. Is there an admission fee or donations given to get in? Generators permitted? Sorry for all the questions, just want to be prepared to have a good time.

[just ben]

Thanks stud.....so it's bring what ya want or get what they have in town. I assume most people tent/camp right there on the grounds. Is there an admission fee or donations given to get in? Generators permitted? Sorry for all the questions, just want to be prepared to have a good time.good questions.the answers will help me prepare aswell

[fabiodriven]

The camping fee is so miniscule I wouldn't even worry about that. It's like $14 a day or something. And yes, everybody camps on site. It is a camp ground/ORV park. Plenty of room for all. I'm fairly certain you can run a generator, but if it's loud you may want to be off by yourself. No need to get your neighbors all riled up.

If it rains be prepared for a mess. The clay there turns into a slick peanut-buttery substance that makes it hard to move in almost any vehicle, and once the stuff dries on your machine good luck getting it cleaned off. The substance has affectionately been termed as "Clayment". It only rained briefly last year right when I was getting ready to pull out and hit the highway home. I was parked right near the entrance and I did a whole lot of sliding before I got out. Hence the tire chain comment I made before.

[ATC-Eric]

I would suggest you try to bring everything you can, to not rely on the local venues. They have the essentials, but its limited. There is another town with more to choose from about 20 minutes out, but any time away from the event is dangerous! Who knows what you'll miss!

Generators are fine, we have used them as well. Just be conscious of your surroundings, nothings worse then having to listen to someone elses generator 15 feet from away from your tent while your trying to sleep. It will be HOT AND STICKY in the day, and cool at night. Hoping maybe we can have a river year again! Ay Tim? :D

Need to get my special build done. Got the rest of the fleet just about ready, gonna be a good year!

[keister]

Spray the underside of all your fenders with furniture polish (yes, I am serious). It shows admirable foresight, and will save you hours of hosing off when you get home.

There are generally 2 porta-johns on site. Also, they have been leaving the bathrooms (3 crappers, 4 shower stalls) open all night in recent years.
I can't stress enough to clean up after yourself in the bathroom - we have a great repuation with park management and it needs to stay that way.
The leave them open only as a courtesy for TrikeFest and Pete will get surly if they get trashed.

There is a pizza place that will deliver to the front gate, but shopping in town is VERY limited, so bring enough that you will not run out of food or beer.
They also have a snack shop with dogs, burgers, and breakfast food, but hours are pretty limited.

Get there as early as possible. Fri-Sat are packed with events and you will want time for free riding and admiring trikes (that is what Wed-Thrusday are for).
Loose agenda is:
Fri - noon - MX (11 classes)
Fri PM - Devil's Backbone hillclimb
people mostly congregate near the drag strip for grudge racing and dialing in their racers before sunset
Sat afternoon - Drag races
Sat PM - group picture
Sat @ dusk - Award ceremony
Sat night - Herk & Jerk (unsanctioned event)
at some point there may be an informal group ride too.

Of course this is all weather dependant. We also post signs near the front gate with event times if they change.
Here is a link to Haspin's web site: http://www.haspinacres.com/

[MRSOUND]

Thanks for the replies everyone! Great info to get myself prepared. Looking forward to meeting some of the faces behind the personalities/avatars on here.

[Jaketrimoto]

When and where is it this year?

[fabiodriven]

When and where is it this year?

Jake there is sooo much info on this, you really should take a look before asking. I'm not trying to be a jerk, it's just that the info has been posted over and over and over.

June 23rd and 24th are the big days, but some guys (like myself) will be there for almost the entire week. It's at Haspin Acres in Laurel, IN, and that's where it's been held for many years now.

[Mosh]

Also for those of you who run 2 strokes..At last check, the small station downtown in Haspin, DOES NOT SELL Premium gas. Only 87 Octane. To get Premium fuel you have to drive back North for about 15 miles to get it.
Make sure you bring plenty of Gas if you need other than regular fuel.

[JasonB]

The camping fee is so miniscule I wouldn't even worry about that. It's like $14 a day or something. And yes, everybody camps on site. It is a camp ground/ORV park. Plenty of room for all. I'm fairly certain you can run a generator, but if it's loud you may want to be off by yourself. No need to get your neighbors all riled up.

If it rains be prepared for a mess. The clay there turns into a slick peanut-buttery substance that makes it hard to move in almost any vehicle, and once the stuff dries on your machine good luck getting it cleaned off. The substance has affectionately been termed as "Clayment". It only rained briefly last year right when I was getting ready to pull out and hit the highway home. I was parked right near the entrance and I did a whole lot of sliding before I got out. Hence the tire chain comment I made before.


last year was the first time I think I have been there when we didnt get dumped on durring trikefest. It usually rains durring trikefest for like 1/3 or 1/2 time time making the absolute biggest freaking mess. Bikes, camping sites, equipment, EVERYTHING ends up covered in mud. We packed up everything saturday night in 2011 and moved my vehicle to parking lot by the exit so I could just roll out. Def recomend you do that if you know rain is coming right before you leave. Cant count how many people I have watched spinning all four trying to climb the hill out with a trailer full of toys

[hoosierlogger]

Generators permitted?


I hope the KY boys have a new muffler on their generator this year. That SOB was loud, and everyone that had to listen to it all night HATED it.

[Tecate 50]

If I still own my Tecate in June Im there.......Cant wait to lay the smack down once again, and then go into hiding until June 2013. I hope the competition gets a little stronger, I would hate to see my true 250 cc motor win the OPEN CLASS 2 years in a row!

[MRSOUND]

Ok gonna throw this out here any see if there is any interest. I plan on leaving from my place in the wee morning hrs on Thursday June 21st (like 3 or 4 am). Mapquest is saying 9 1/2 hrs to get there. We all know that means probably more like 12 till you get potty breaks and food stops not to mention any construction or accidents that may pop up. I live outside of Red Lion, PA which is south central PA. I have a 6 x 10 enclosed trailer that should accommodate (2) trikes easily. Is there anyone who would like to share the ride, gas, and tolls? I would prefer to have someone willing to meet up the wkd before to get their trike and large items loaded so the day of departure it's pretty much jump in and go. If there is no interest from anyone to do that I may be willing to pick some one up en-route as long as they are not to far off said route. Pm me if interested and we can see if we can work something out. I know this may be a little early to plan, but hoping to have some company for this long ride:D. Here's a map of the route I will be taking. RT 76 (toll) to 70 (toll??)
Mike

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[rray62]

I hope the KY boys have a new muffler on their generator this year. That SOB was loud, and everyone that had to listen to it all night HATED it.

Ha Ha, I was thinking that right before you posted it!!!!!!!!! Maybe this year Eric will run it with a Harley engine :lol:

[CRAZY70MAN]

Mosh Pit Karaoke!!!! Look for the bouncing trailer........

[fabiodriven]

Mosh Pit Karaoke!!!! Look for the bouncing trailer........

I felt bad for that trailer. I evacuated because I seriously thought it was going to collapse.

[ATC-Eric]

Mosh Pit Karaoke!!!! Look for the bouncing trailer........


Oh man how did I forget about that?

[andersonee4]

Do you guys do like a swap meet at trikefest too? or is it just a big party?

[hoosierlogger]

swap meet and party all rolled into one. Most people post what they are bringing and then people are waiting at the gate for them to show up.

[andersonee4]

when you guys say "im taking the whole week off" are you saying from the 18-22? or the following week? I am setting this as my goal to finish my bike.

[thestud25]

Week prior to.

[hoosierlogger]

If you have the days to do it, taking the Monday after TF off might not be a bad choice either.

[TecateDan]

Just booked my plane ticket out! I'll be there Wednesday Night and will be rolling home with Fabiodriven on Sunday. I wanted to go last year but I got married so it wasn't in the cards but I ain't gonna miss it htis year that's for dang sure

[Swinger]

I was just watching videos of Devils Backbone. Looks rocky as hell but not bad for steepness and length. Is there any bigger hills there?

[thestud25]

I was just watching videos of Devils Backbone. Looks rocky as hell but not bad for steepness and length. Is there any bigger hills there?

You are sorely mistaken. The devil's back bone is more sloped and steeper than Larry King's forehead!! About 230 yards from bottom to top if memory serves me correctly!

[hoosierlogger]

You are sorely mistaken. The devil's back bone is more sloped and steeper than Larry King's forehead!! About 230 yards from bottom to top if memory serves me correctly!

The backbone has just about as many bumps, lines, and ridges too. YUK YUK YUK!!!

[hoosierlogger]

I was just watching videos of Devils Backbone. Looks rocky as hell but not bad for steepness and length. Is there any bigger hills there?

Yeah there are steeper hills there too. Lots of off camber side leaning trails too.

[Swinger]

Me, 3Queen and Mr. Sound will be heading out together and Im going to go over the motor home and see if she may be able to make the trip. Shes an ol beast and will need a few guys to go along to chip in on gas if possible. Thinking about leaving early Thursday in the am (3-4) so if anyone want to ride along and reserve a spot in the camper. It has 3 dbl beds and a couch or 4 dbl beds. If anyone want to join the PA convoy get back to me.

[captainweezy]

I was just watching videos of Devils Backbone. Looks rocky as hell but not bad for steepness and length. Is there any bigger hills there?

I don't think many even tried the devils backbone. I know a 250r, and I think jenson made it...not many others tried it though.

[hoosierlogger]

I don't think many even tried the devils backbone. I know a 250r, and I think jenson made it...not many others tried it though.

Yeah chicken hawk did it and Jensen did it on a 70

[Swinger]

Is there any videos of them trying it?

[fabiodriven]

This is ChickenHawk. I can assure you it's not nearly as easy to do as he is making it look-

http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r275/fabiodriven/th_Trikefest2011LaurelIndiana002.jpg (http://s146.photobucket.com/albums/r275/fabiodriven/?action=view&current=Trikefest2011LaurelIndiana002.mp4)

[rray62]

It was tough to do on the stock bike, you definitely have to keep your momentum going. I'm thinking about trying it on the 250sx this year, up the middle....... and probably fail.

[rray62]

Fabio, that's Tim on your video, I'm at the beginning of this one

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmaYyZ5IpdM

[atctim]

It was tough to do on the stock bike, you definitely have to keep your momentum going. I'm thinking about trying it on the 250sx this year, up the middle....... and probably fail.

Pictures and video do it ZERO justice. While many have climbed it, 99% have not even attempted it.

After 5 prior years of building up the nerve, I finally did it last year on my stock 250R. I've yet to see a Big red or SX make it from the bottom. I've done the top section on my Big Red with ease, but not the entire hill. PS Jensen CHEATS, one time he put the ATC70 in his pocket, walked a few feet, then pulled it back out and hopped back on it. On a side note, I did see Rusty and Garry Crum pull a rock crawler truck up it using just themselves and a tow strap! What a sight to see!

Big Red:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFZBlhFTVpw

250R
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=25G30Flv3y8

Neither video can you see the bottom.

[MIK6]

The backbone is a bad ass hill! Ive been there since the 1st trikefest, ive seen a few make it look easy and a few barel roll their atvs down that hill. Ive been up and down it in a rhyno, a rzr and my prairie700.. but i have yet to try it on a trike. My 350x made it up and few time but raffa was on it each time.. lol
when your standing on the hill it looks alot different.. see you guys at haspin i love watchin people climb it!

MIK6/ Mike

[fabiodriven]

Fabio, that's Tim on your video

Woopsie! Sorry guys!

[rray62]

Holy crap Tim, last year was your first year up? By watching you I'd swore you'd been up 5 or 6 times!!!! Cool!!!!!!!!!!

[keister]

The videos don't show the tough part. The big rock ledges are in the first 100 feet. If you can make that, you got it.
It's the same small handfull of people that make it up every year. Having been there dozens of times, I wouldn't even consider attempting it from the bottom -- EVER.
I am pretty sure I can make the top part on my 200S, though. Still haven't summoned the testicular fortitude to try.

[rray62]

[QUOTE=keister;1112203]The videos don't show the tough part. The big rock ledges are in the first 100 feet. QUOTE]

It's more like a trials coarse than a hill climb. I thought it didn't look that bad on video either, until I got there!!

[fabiodriven]

I'm tempted to say I want to give 'er a go on my SX this year, but I don't want to be held to that. I really like billy-goating technical hills on trikes and was tempted to hit the backbone last year on my Tecate. There was no way I was going to try with the KX jug on my Tecate though. If my KXT jug were on there I would have considered it much more heavily. Yes, it really does make that much of a difference with the KXT jug. That KX jug has ZERO torque. I tend to do well in hill climbs because I'm like 150 lbs too. Hehe

[Swinger]

Great videos guys. Im looking forward to it this year. I dont seem bad but I know of a few hills around my way that are pretty steep and video dont do it justice. I plan on giving it hell with every trike I bring this year and my wife wants to be the first woman to try it. I may put some old plastics on it for her and she is gonna do a Raffa Pre-climb prep before hand,lol!!

[hoosierlogger]

I tend to do well in hill climbs because I'm like 150 lbs too. Hehe

Plus your vagina is like a suction cup on the seat. :D:D LOL Just kiddin. I aint going to try it so I hope no one is counting on watching me do it.

[Bryan Raffa]

Great videos guys. Im looking forward to it this year. I dont seem bad but I know of a few hills around my way that are pretty steep and video dont do it justice. I plan on giving it hell with every trike I bring this year and my wife wants to be the first woman to try it. I may put some old plastics on it for her and she is gonna do a Raffa Pre-climb prep before hand,lol!!

oh no.. lmao.. I think I'll turn my trail bike in to a climber this year...and climb it for the 4th time...but this time on a two stroke..:D

[JasonB]

this will be my 5th year there and I dont think I have ONCE seen the bottom of the hill looking up tot he the top! always standing at the top cheering the riders on their way up thats it. Might have to see if I cant manage to climb it. Im sure that will end well lol

[MIK6]

oh no.. lmao.. I think I'll turn my trail bike in to a climber this year...and climb it for the 4th time...but this time on a two stroke..:D
And on your own trike!!! Lmao! First year you didnt try it was the first year my 350x stayed home..lol
and for the record your always welcome to my X!!!
MIK6/ Mike

[kiser]

Im not going to try it on my Big Red again after my epic fail last year! That sucked and I was sore for a week! I had to try it though.

[JasonB]

I keep coming back to this, i think Im going to try it on the R or the SX,,,,,,

[Swinger]

Is the center of the hill unclimbable or what. Raffa, dont you have any go-pro footage of this??

[thestud25]

Is the center of the hill unclimbable or what. Raffa, dont you have any go-pro footage of this??

The whole damn hill seems nearly impossible :twisted:, but the middle is a beast!

[captainweezy]

Im not going to try it on my Big Red again after my epic fail last year! That sucked and I was sore for a week! I had to try it though.

Damn i wish I was around when you did that. I think I met you the day after.

[tecat-z]

I got to give props to anyone who attempts the backbone.... That hill is knarly, and i'm the first to admit i aint got the stones to even think about it for a multitude of reasons, regardless of the path that's chosen. Three years ago i carefully made my way to the bottom of the backbone through the rocky creek bed and looked up, shook my head and got the hell out of there.

[zzmegad]

anyone have any other pics of the backbone? Im finally coming to Trikefest this year and the backbone has me excited! So far I'm coming with my 2 buddies who ride banshee's. I'll have my tri-z and a dirtbike. Can't wait!!

[zzmegad]

this video shows it pretty good I think, I see what you guys mean, I think the hardest part for the trike is all those big rocks, I think its do-able, just stay on the gas and clutch. I'm not very experianced on a trike, so I guess if you end up stalling or something you just jump off really quick and try to get turned around??? lol, I don't know what I'd do if my pretty tri-z rolled down that ..


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7U3yIowbq8I

[ATC-Eric]

That video makes it look tiny!

[captainweezy]

That video makes it look tiny!

That vid seems to look very small length wise compared to what i remember it being. I did have a couple anheiser sody pops that day though.

[jensenracing77]

I think the hardest part for the trike is all those big rocks

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7U3yIowbq8I

BINGO! last year there wasn't anyone going to get to the top on a big trike. if i was to bet i would say it will be the same way this year. get the ATC 70s ready because i am also betting that is all that will go up it this year.

[jensenracing77]

i plan to go but it is going to be tough on me. i have some big things on my plate right now and not sure i am going to have the time or money. anyone have $60K laying around that i could use for a year:D

[hoosierlogger]

i plan to go but it is going to be tough on me. i have some big things on my plate right now and not sure i am going to have the time or money. anyone have $60K laying around that i could use for a year:D

Ive got 60 cents I can loan you.

[thestud25]

I have some beans and a PBR!

[captainweezy]

i plan to go but it is going to be tough on me. i have some big things on my plate right now and not sure i am going to have the time or money. anyone have $60K laying around that i could use for a year:D

I hear ya man. You had a rough year last year too if I remember right. I have a boy 6 months old that is having a lung removed in early June but I am going to do everything to make it.

[hoosierlogger]

I have some beans and a PBR!

just one PBR? you are a slacker. LOL

[JasonB]

OOY!!!!! 8 WEEKS LEFT! wheres everyone at for there builds?

[CRAZY70MAN]

2 Tri z's waiting on motors...one super Tri zinger waiting on motor......it ain't gonna happen to be realistic?? I will be there with the Karaoke trailer and a few of the regular trikes though.......Anyone else up against the clock???? It's all good still.............

[Bryan Raffa]

2 Tri z's waiting on motors...one super Tri zinger waiting on motor......it ain't gonna happen to be realistic?? I will be there with the Karaoke trailer and a few of the regular trikes though.......Anyone else up against the clock???? It's all good still.............

super zinger motor will be DONE SUNDAY!!!!! GIT IT!!! and my race bike is set up for dunes ,,,and still in MI....trailprotrailprotrailprotrailpro...

[CRAZY70MAN]

super zinger motor will be DONE SUNDAY!!!!! GIT IT!!! and my race bike is set up for dunes ,,,and still in MI....trailprotrailprotrailprotrailpro...

Ya buddy!! Ship her down!! Let me know if ya need anything else..........

[big specht]

Dam it really done:confused: I guess you can't rush perfection:D Now we will have to see if Andy can keep from blowing it up before trike fest LOL

[fabiodriven]

Don't know the status on my R but the Zinger and SX will be good to go for sure. I'm more concerned with getting my new (to me) 16 foot enclosed trailer up to snuff at this point. Crunch time boys!

[JasonB]

i assembled my ESR310 motor on sunday, and BKM has my front 10" wheel and hub and is blasting/powdercoating them now. 95$ worth of Jets and needles headed to my front door now so I can start tunning! Waiting on the new seat cover from the Mosh's now too, excited to see their work on my own machine again! Also still have to run by the local 'no-mar' place and have them mount up my new front tire/10" wheel and rear 10" wheels with the fast trekkers. PUMPED

[hoosierlogger]

Crunch time boys!

Yup, out of the 5 trikes I have 1 is ready. I hope to have them all there this year and possibly sell 1 or 2 of them to fund another project that I had hoped to have ready this year.

[u.p ted]

i have 4 trikes im taking with me and i only 1 ready to go and thats the 70 lol

[ATC-Eric]

Got a lot of work to do as usual. Not worried, par for the course. Ive learned to embrace last minute work. Hell plus Ive been working 70 hours a week.

[Calvelage04]

I am a regular at Haspin, but have never made it to Trikefest. :cry: I can't wait. I have little senority in my union so I havn't been able to get the time off. But, no matter what I will be there this year. Wish I had a sweet set up like Fabio, but we will be roughing it. Looking to get a camper next year. Doesn't matter, by 5 in the morning I won't care if I pass out on the backbone.:beer I cant wait to meet all the folks on here that have given my advise and help. Unless I miraculously get my vacation for that week, I will only be there for the weekend. I guess I will just have to stay up for 48 hours straight!

[jensenracing77]

Yup, out of the 5 trikes I have 1 is ready. I hope to have them all there this year and possibly sell 1 or 2 of them to fund another project that I had hoped to have ready this year.

and i wonder what that project is :D

my 70 is ready. after trike fest last year i drained the gas and stuck it in the corner of the garage till this year. now my girls are wanting to ride it again so it should start right up when i put gas in it.

[hoosierlogger]

and i wonder what that project is :D



Nothing major, just wanted to have that QA50 I got from Roy fixed up to near new condition. It is going to need the motor rebuilt. Right now it is a mosquito fogger. If I start on it now I know Ill rush it to try to get it done and cut corners, so Ill wait. I thought about putting a Lifan 125 in it for the time being. But thats alot of power for that short of a wheel base.

[TecateDan]

Do you need me to take a day off from boating season and tear into that R with you? I'll bring hte pressure washer and get her cleaned up so we can at least dissasemble and see what the hell is going on with it? What are you doing sunday? I was gonna pull the shrink wrap off the boat but since you're letting me squat in your camper at trikefest I should proably help you out. Hit me up on the tele kid


Don't know the status on my R but the Zinger and SX will be good to go for sure. I'm more concerned with getting my new (to me) 16 foot enclosed trailer up to snuff at this point. Crunch time boys!

[fabiodriven]

I'll take it to the car wash and see what I got.

[TecateDan]

Sweet Fabio see you Sunday.

I got two tecates neither of which runs right now but I got all the parts and what 8 weeks left so I should be good to go. Make that 7 weeks since all my stuff is going out in Fabios trailer

[thestud25]

Unless something changes there are 3 of us maybe 4 heading up for the entire week. Unfortunately we may have one square making the ride, unless we get him a big boy trike to ride before then. I am pretty sure that I am bring an old Military covered trailer to haul the trikes with and to sleep in.

[Swinger]

Stud, that trailer is bad azz!!! How big is it?

[JasonB]

Dude where did you get that trailer and can I get one lol what day are you guys going up? I am drivin out by myself Probably Monday or tuesday from st louis

[fabiodriven]

Dude where did you get that trailer and can I get one

http://www.govliquidation.com/

They are kind of an oddball setup. They pintle hook is way up in the air and they're an air over hydraulic (if I remember correctly) brake setup. You need glad-hands like a big rig to have the brakes work on those trailers.

They made smaller versions that were lower and towed better behind the Humvees and CUCV's (Blazers). I'm not sure what those had for brakes but I'm sure it would be easier to tow behind a pickup than the one Jon posted.

[thestud25]

My buddy has two. I cannot remember the exact dimensions. John is right on the set up. We have to figure out a way to convert the tongue to a ball hitch. He sold the truck that he originally towed them with. We will see if we can get it to work. If not we will pull the flat bed and tent camp again.

[250x]

i'd love to participate this year..not gonna happen with 2 - 2week trips coming this summer and fall...1 for a trip to Illy, and another for sturgis bike week...maybe next year....or maybe ill say piss on it and show up anyways..lol time will tell.

[ChevyAndVW]

whens Trikefest? anywhere near Mass?

[hoosierlogger]

whens Trikefest? anywhere near Mass?

Held the weekend after Fathers day in Laurel, IN. People come from allover the country to get together and ride there.

[Calvelage04]

Most of the campsites at the shoetree, or over by the pond? Between my wife and I we're packing at least a 1/5 of Crown Royal per night, plus a 30 pack of JTM's. My pops delivers for Mikesells, so at least a case of chips. Can't wait for to tell my wife," Hold my drink hunny, Watch this!"

[hoosierlogger]

Most camp by the pond. some brave souls camped back in the woods along the main trail. Ill bet they had fun getting out after the early Sunday morning thunderstorm last year.

[Calvelage04]

I think we will play it be ear. If the forecast is dry for the weekend ( I doubt it) we will head down to the shoetree. Otherwise, we wil try to find a spot around the pond somewhere. Come Friday I'm sure it will be packed. Came across a cheap little grill yesterday. Hoping that this guy on craigslist still has this 3 room tent for $60 on Friday when I get paid. We are gonna pack at least a half truck of firewood, hope the weather is kind.

[fabiodriven]

TecateDan got my R up and running today! Looking good for all of the trikes making it this year! :w00t:

Fired up the KLT for the first time since last Trikefest too!

[rray62]

I still just have a bare frame sitting in the garage :(

[hoosierlogger]

I found my 140 Lifan powered 70 has a busted right crank case. Going to order a new one tonight for it.

I still have to
fix the 140/70 engine case, and install new seat cover
get both stock 70's running better
make a grab bar/rear rack combo on the 85 200x, and new seat cover
new cam chain, sprockets, wheel bearings, and drive chain on the 84 200x


I got all of the parts to fix them except for the engine case for the 140.

now if I can just get a day or 12 off of work the get everything ready that would be great. If I have enough time, I might rebuild the QA50 in time for trikefest.

[Calvelage04]

My ATC5 pipe, silencer, and flange all finally came today after a LONG wait. I am getting a pair of stainless wide pegs from 250rRoostmaster this Friday, and came across a polish front hub that should arrive in the mail shortly. Some buddys and I are taking a trip to Haspin this saturday. A 400ex, Scrambler 400, trx250, and my 86r. Only about an hour one way for us. I will try to stop riding for a few quick minutes and grab some pics.

[atctim]

As far as I know - I'm ready to roll to Haspin. the bikes I'm taking are all in order and ready to rip. I'm taking my 450, a special 250R (no teaser pics - unveiling at TF), and my street legal CRF450X. My special lady friend is coming with so I will bring my Recon 250 for her to ride. It will be mint!!!!!!! I might have a drag bike by then, I might not, time will tell - and I'm not sure how I will get it there.................

[thestud25]

Tim, be prepared for some Slap Shot, Herk and Jerk, and a twomping in the Big Red motocross!! Maybe even some "Shoe Tree Confessionals"!!

[hoosierlogger]

It will be a damn miracle if all of my junk is running in time for TF this year. Every time I work on something I discover something else thats fubared. I have a 200X thats ready to go as of now.

[fabiodriven]

and my street legal CRF450X.

There is an outside chance I will be hauling my Buell down with me this year so we may have to terrorize the streets as well!!!

[JasonB]

I bled the front brakes on the 250r and did some more laps around the neighborhood to continue the break in. Feels scary riding with no fenders or seat lmfao. Need to re jet a little but it pulls HARD for the little hits in throttle I have been doing to give it proper break in :D I CANT WAIT TO RIDE

[atctim]

Tim, be prepared for some Slap Shot,
I'll wear black and white stripes and Ref.

Herk and Jerk,
You know I'm all about it. We just had a huge laugh the other day reminiscing about Garry Crum pulling against a 450 sport quad. His words are forever burned into my head. When the 450 could not make headway against Gary and his Big Red, the 450 just kept going thru the gears at full RPMs. Garry's words were: "Tell him to stop, that rubber is hot!!!!!!" as the 450 threw hot pieces of tire rubber all over Garry!!! - LOL

and a twomping in the Big Red motocross!! Maybe even some "Shoe Tree Confessionals"!!
I'm always good for some Shoe Tree Confessionals. It's a very intimate time when we site down back there with the hippies singing "Cum By Yah"!

[thestud25]

I beat a 250 quad, 450 quad, 700 quad in the Herk and Jerk!

[Calvelage04]

Could someone school me on what slapshot, and herk and jerk are?

[JasonB]

Could someone school me on what slapshot, and herk and jerk are?

If you have to ask you cant afford it.

lol no ok I will let the pro's explain. Both involve large amounts of acohol.

[keister]

Both were invented at TF 2011. One involves abusing Big Red rear ends, and the other just abuses people. I will not participate in either.

[thestud25]

Both were invented at TF 2011.

You are half way correct. Herk and Jerk started at TF11, but I brought Slap Shot with me. We started that game back in 2005.


One involves abusing Big Red rear ends, and the other just abuses people. I will not participate in either.

Not even one round of Slap Shot? I am bringing some special juice this year for that game!


Calvelage, you will have to participate to get anymore details. Do not stand to the right of Mr. Golightly!!

[Gag_Halfront]

For those who aren't quite up to the challenge of the backbone (myself included!) the creek bed is a pretty tough ride that won't likely kill you if you stall. I highly recommend it. Somewhere around here is a video from last year of a group of us climbing it.

Sanchez, this year you need to follow us up!

[u.p ted]

im game for that, plus i thot it was fun

[Gag_Halfront]

Hell yes it was! I'm considering trying it on the T3 this time instead of the 350x. I figure if Billy made it on that R with the tiny tires, I should have at least a fighting chance. The short wheelbase might leave me stuck though. Only one way to find out. ;-)

[u.p ted]

im going for it again, but the only i did to the 200x is put a long axles in it, same everything

[Calvelage04]

OHHHH MAN, I the newbie might suprise ya. But, then again, I might be too tipsy and make a fool of myself. Either way, Its gonna be a great time. Sounds like I should bring alittle more Crown then planned originally.

[hoosierlogger]

I might be too tipsy and make a fool of myself.

You probably wont be the only one at TF that gets lit up and makes a fool out of themselves

[Gag_Halfront]

You probably wont be the only one at TF that gets lit up and makes a fool out of themselves
Yes he will. We're a respectable bunch. That sort of thing is all but unheard of.

[Calvelage04]

Don't get me wrong, I always respect the land I ride on. But, I am also there to cut loose. To have a good time with good people. As I said before, I am a regular at Haspin (Once a month throughout the summer) .:beer The owner has told me on serval occasions how much he enjoys the group that comes for Trikefest, which is another reason why we are so excited to go this year. Usually, we go to Haspin whenever my work permits me to go, but this year I will call off if need be.

[JasonB]

the owner is a good guy, and our group always brings alot to the town for Haspin and the stores too. GOD I CANT WAIT!!!

[CRAZY70MAN]

You are half way correct. Herk and Jerk started at TF11, but I brought Slap Shot with me. We started that game back in 2005.



Not even one round of Slap Shot? I am bringing some special juice this year for that game!


Calvelage, you will have to participate to get anymore details. Do not stand to the right of Mr. Golightly!!

Herk and Jerk started in 2010 as Raffa rode on the back of Kiser's big red at 3 am with a megaphone saying...and I quote "CALLING ALL BIG REDS" CALLING ALL BIG REDS"...... I lmfao.... I have my 200es ready for the event. It has some very very very special add on's......keep your eyes open for the Big red with a roof,giant spot light, strobe light, winch, and a mini bar with a possible radio and generator on it.:Bounce:Bounce Timmy .....this is going to be a mint Trikefest!! Ya good advice peepers....stay out of the slapshot game.:crazy::crazy: Karaoke trailer may be in jeopardy as my usaul riding partner may not be able to go. My f150 would get 4 mpg pulling that thing. We will see... Bimony top over the big red!!! Mint...

Teaser pic of big red Herk and Jerk station monitor....got a ways to go.....comin along...lmao.... http://i388.photobucket.com/albums/oo321/andyatc70/th_bigredroof.jpg (http://s388.photobucket.com/albums/oo321/andyatc70/?action=view&current=bigredroof.jpg)

[fabiodriven]

First rule about Slap Shot... Don't talk about Slap Shop.

[thestud25]

First rule about Slap Shot... Don't talk about Slap Shop.

John, you playing this year??? Does anyone know if the Hagen is showing this year??!!?? If so, I will be on the opposite of the circle!!

[fabiodriven]

Lol, no Slap Shot for me!

[CRAZY70MAN]

John, you playing this year??? Does anyone know if the Hagen is showing this year??!!?? If so, I will be on the opposite of the circle!!

Yes I beleive I saw in another parts post Hagen is coming this year....

[Eric250R]

I still just have a bare frame sitting in the garage :(

You can do it !!! and if not juat bring it with you and we'll have it together in 2 hours ready to rock.

As for myself I have no idea what I"m bringing, the big red for sure. Other than that, time will tell. Hope to roll in on sunday, but honestly probably closer to wednesday.

[rray62]

Eric, is your Z or Tecate running? When we film for mine and Joe's bike, he might want to film a test for one of those. I'll ask him and see. Suspension and motor are done and ready to ship, but the swingarm hasn't even been started yet :cry: But I've been told it will only be a couple of weeks. I'm not sweating yet!

[Eric250R]

Eric, is your Z or Tecate running? When we film for mine and Joe's bike, he might want to film a test for one of those. I'll ask him and see. Suspension and motor are done and ready to ship, but the swingarm hasn't even been started yet :cry: But I've been told it will only be a couple of weeks. I'm not sweating yet!

Was hoping to re-ring the Tecate, and the Z need a little more attention. I've had ALOT going on latley and haven't had time to do anything. My R or my Z haven't been started since last trikefest. I know, I suck. Going to throw a 70 together for sure, and which ever 2 stroker I dig out first will get some love. But that's only if I even have time to do it. I always wait to the last minute...lol. But I'll be there with something. Can't wait. When are you rolling in ?

[rray62]

we'll be rolling in either Wednesday or Thursday

[JasonB]

38 days left! Looking at selling my MR2 and and my 2011 Honda Accord to pick up a new truck to haul my stuff. No one is headed to TF Tuesday when I am and I really wanted to get out there early!

[thestud25]

38 days left! Looking at selling my MR2 and and my 2011 Honda Accord to pick up a new truck to haul my stuff. No one is headed to TF Tuesday when I am and I really wanted to get out there early!

I will be rolling through STL on Saturday if you want to go even earlier.

[hoosierlogger]

I will be rolling through STL on Saturday if you want to go even earlier.


Dang Jon you arent screwing around this year are you?

[thestud25]

Dang Jon you arent screwing around this year are you?

My parents live 1.5 hrs north of there so I am spending fathers day there and heading down Monday.

[hoosierlogger]

cool why dont you bring dad with you!!! maybe you could talk him into slap shot.

[f22parts]

So when and where is Trikefest 2012 ?

[thestud25]

cool why dont you bring dad with you!!! maybe you could talk him into slap shot..

I'd rathr be hit by Hagen again.

[JasonB]

So when and where is Trikefest 2012 ?

DOOOOOOD! its been posted in this thread alone like 8 times lol weekend after fathers day. its the 22-24 of june. DONT miss it!

[hoosierlogger]

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I'd rathr be hit by Hagen again.

Oh come, on he cant be that bad.

[jeswinehart]

So when and where is Trikefest 2012 ?

Please forgive atc Cadets reply Dave. There is MUCH reading in > http://www.3wheelerworld.com/forumdisplay.php/20-Trikefest-Specific-Discussion to help with quistions you may have not even thought up yet.
I need to read it from time to time my own self.

[bandito90]

As of now Blue27 and myself are probably heading to Trikefest this year,Anyone else from the Lancaster,York,Lebanon are a heading out?

[fabiodriven]

No one is headed to TF Tuesday when I am and I really wanted to get out there early!

I'll be there on Monday or thereabouts.

[MRSOUND]

As of now Blue27 and myself are probably heading to Trikefest this year,Anyone else from the Lancaster,York,Lebanon are a heading out?
I plan on heading out early thursday morning from York (red lion). Hooking up with 84t3 if he's still going out near Bedford

[blue27]

MRSOUND, if you want to convoy, we need to chat, lol

[MRSOUND]

Blue I will hit you up on a pm when I get back home after this wkd. We'll see if we can coordinate something.

[black110]

Got about half the crew from alabama gang coming, we are starting early be in tuesday afternoon....hope we can haul enough beer down ha ha

[Billy Golightly]

I think I'll be arriving Tuesday afternoon or thereabouts :)

[CRAZY70MAN]

Got about half the crew from alabama gang coming, we are starting early be in tuesday afternoon....hope we can haul enough beer down ha ha

Half the crew will still be plenty!!:lol::lock:....I don't think Karaoke will be possible this year but the stereo on my big red will:lock: I am rolling down with Kiser and Big Specht on Thursday.

[MRSOUND]

Half the crew will still be plenty!!:lol::lock:....I don't think Karaoke will be possible this year but the stereo on my big red will:lock: I am rolling down with Kiser and Big Specht on Thursday.
What all are you missing? I could bring a small DJ rig just don't have a karaoke player, discs, or monitor. Will be first timer so I don't know what you had last year. Hit me up on a PM and we can discuss it if it's something everyone liked.

[Billy Golightly]

Is anyone interested in some impromptu /unofficial time trials through the creek bed to the back bone?


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xXFkjl6Wak

[fabiodriven]

I might be up for a TT through there. Reminds me of the rock-strewn NH trails we ride in up here.

[black110]

i think time trials would only be fair if it was required to have a large cooler strapped on the back

[Gag_Halfront]

Billy, you know I'm down! I may even try it with a cooler of some sort. ;-)

I recon spotters wouldn't be a bad idea if we can wrangle up some bystanders.

[rray62]

I'm bringing the sx, I'm game!!

[atctim]

Is anyone interested in some impromptu /unofficial time trials through the creek bed to the back bone?



Im in..............................

[MIK6]

Hmmm.. think the scrambler will go up that w a beer in the cup holder.. lol
i cant wait for TF!! Even though nothings ready.. lol

MIK6/ Mike

[thestud25]

I am pretty sure my Red will take it with the Cuervo cooler loaded!

[Itrike]

The ute's are at the ready!......well not just yet. Getting closer now so I'll get going on them next week
http://i397.photobucket.com/albums/pp55/Itrike/PTDC0006.jpg

[ATC-Eric]

Im down on some TT through the creek.

[Gag_Halfront]

You guys won't be disappointed. That was the most fun I've ever had at TF! What a workout, too. Oh... and bring some re-enforced pants. LOL!

Thanks for posting the video back up, Billy. I forgot just what a blast that ride was.

[Gag_Halfront]

:beer

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[Billy Golightly]

I better get the +10 arm off of my 250R then...lol

[black110]

Better have a couple checkpoints for the TT's i would hate for anyone to dehydrate, ha ha

[Gag_Halfront]

We'll also have to have Rusty standing by to stomp the gentleman bits of any poor soul who finds himself bucked off

[Dirtcrasher]

It's very nice to be able to go this year (thanks to fabiodriven) and NOT have to build a 200X from soup to nuts in 20 days. I'm not telling any damn tenant either, I could care less!!

[fabiodriven]

It's pouring rain here but the Trikefest grind is on. We're going outside and working on the truck, trailer, camper, and trikes. Can't let the rain stop us!

[TecateDan]

Looking forward to chilling with you at TF man!!!!! Should be a great time


It's very nice to be able to go this year (thanks to fabiodriven) and NOT have to build a 200X from soup to nuts in 20 days. I'm not telling any damn tenant either, I could care less!!

[captainweezy]

I am overwhelmed, still haven't found an enclosed trailer to pull yet. I want the enclosed so I can sleep in it instead of a tent. I have a 16 ft newer car trailer but then I would have to pitch a tent. I brought my father in-laws last year but he sold it on me. Then I have a ton of work still to do to at least 3 of the trikes I am bringing. Really just easy time consuming things-nothing major. On top of all of the work, I have a 7 month old that needs much more attention and care since he had a lung removed last week.(He is doing well) just needs a little more tlc than normal. And to make it all worse, I have been working over 12 hours. Looks like its going to be another last minute round up once again. BUT its all worth it. Been waiting all year since I left last year.

[JasonB]

Spent two hours today working on the 310. Struggling with little things on the brakes still. Still trying to figure out how to get the sx and the 310 to TF

[TecateDan]

Just changed the Jug on My tecate and re-rineged it too. Need to dial in the jetting but that's small potatoes stuff

[CRAZY70MAN]

I am overwhelmed, still haven't found an enclosed trailer to pull yet. I want the enclosed so I can sleep in it instead of a tent. I have a 16 ft newer car trailer but then I would have to pitch a tent. I brought my father in-laws last year but he sold it on me. Then I have a ton of work still to do to at least 3 of the trikes I am bringing. Really just easy time consuming things-nothing major. On top of all of the work, I have a 7 month old that needs much more attention and care since he had a lung removed last week.(He is doing well) just needs a little more tlc than normal. And to make it all worse, I have been working over 12 hours. Looks like its going to be another last minute round up once again. BUT its all worth it. Been waiting all year since I left last year.

Lookin' forward to seeing ya bro......hope all is well...