Where is the mascot now? (Updated 2024-05-20)
Road Warrior
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From: Wisconsin
I agree, it should be a reason to ride and pick it up. However, with so many folks heading towards Sturigs I thought this might be an easy relay without one person going hundreds of miles off route while heading to a rally the size of Sturgis.
Post #650 gives the current location... I am a relatively new member on this Forum, and wanted to be involved with the Mascot's movement accross this great Nation of Ours...(Excuse me while I get the soap box and Vent a little)..I spent hours reading mascot threads and hundreds of Posts to located the Mascot. I made contact, and arranged to meet for an exchange.... if you want it??? that is how to "Get'er Done!".
Two members have created Frappr maps (I have included those links here) if we all get proactive, the mascot wouldn't sit anywhere for more than a few days instead of weeks, as it seems to do now.... I thought the idea of the Mascot..is to provide members with a REASON for a road trip ??? Not to wait for it come to them??? Are we missing the point, or is it just me ??
Ok, I'm finished venting....Happy Riding, and I hope everyone gets the mascot to their special ride and/or function. Because it is really cool when that happens.
(4th Annual Southwest HDForums Rally and Green Chili Run {Rio Grande Gorge})
Two members have created Frappr maps (I have included those links here) if we all get proactive, the mascot wouldn't sit anywhere for more than a few days instead of weeks, as it seems to do now.... I thought the idea of the Mascot..is to provide members with a REASON for a road trip ??? Not to wait for it come to them??? Are we missing the point, or is it just me ??
Ok, I'm finished venting....Happy Riding, and I hope everyone gets the mascot to their special ride and/or function. Because it is really cool when that happens.
(4th Annual Southwest HDForums Rally and Green Chili Run {Rio Grande Gorge})
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Call 'em Crapper maps, because the work like crap. LOL Both are broke diks. As far as the mascot goes, I might be out in Salt Lk City towards the end of August, say around the 25th or so, then will be heading back to Ohio directly. At that point I'll be facing a near 1800 mile ride so diverting much might be difficult. But we can talk....
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hey dr, ever rode from SLC to Denver via 40/36? Was thinking about taking that route but seeing the elevations was wondering about the weather and animals I might encounter. Any thoughts?
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From: Bellvue / Fort Collins, Colorado
Typical Colorado weather this time of year is warm in the hills(80 - 90 with 40 - 50 at night) and hot on the plains(90's Front Range, 90-100 Western Slope). Depending on your exact route you can expect some sheep, goat, deer, elk and possibly moose. If you are coming through RMNational Park, elk are a given... through the Grand Lake area (hwy34/40) or Cameron Pass (HWY 14) moose. Be prepared for thunderstorms at anytime - the weather has been a bit unpredictable. If you are interested in the mascot let us know. We could meet you in Estes Park.
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From: back home in Michigan
Typical Colorado weather this time of year is warm in the hills(80 - 90 with 40 - 50 at night) and hot on the plains(90's Front Range, 90-100 Western Slope). Depending on your exact route you can expect some sheep, goat, deer, elk and possibly moose. If you are coming through RMNational Park, elk are a given... through the Grand Lake area (hwy34/40) or Cameron Pass (HWY 14) moose. Be prepared for thunderstorms at anytime - the weather has been a bit unpredictable. If you are interested in the mascot let us know. We could meet you in Estes Park.
So do the critters tend to gtf out of the way when they hear your bike, or what? And no Grizz???lol not that I want to see any in my way....
Sounds like typical mountain weather-be prepared for anything....lol
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From: Bellvue / Fort Collins, Colorado
The critters tend to stay off the road though you will want to watch in the morning and at twilight. I've never seen a grizzly - sorry! but black bears are not uncommon in and around any food source - dumpsters, open doors - the easier the better for them. Let us know when you are coming through. If it is a weekend we can meet you anywhere along your path.
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From: Bellvue / Fort Collins, Colorado
Anyone?
The mascot is still waiting patiently for someone mew to move her along! Anyone?
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DD, I have been talking and it might be around 8/25 before we leave for SLC. So it'll be around the 28th or 29th before I'd be able to pick it up. If'n you can pass it on before that I'll surely understand.
Last edited by glideridemike; Aug 2, 2009 at 05:50 PM.