Fourth Annual Ouray CO. Dual Sport Ride - Page 19

DeOneDeOnly · 08-19-2012, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swoody126

WITH OUT A DOUBT, 50 over to montrose & down 550 to ouray

WAY FASTER & EASIER

BEEN THERE DUNN THAT

sw

Thanks! That's what I was thinking, but have only been up from Durango/Silvrerton....

cas446 · 08-20-2012, 12:08 AM

Well we have had our first injury today. Larry took a hard fall and is in the hospital with a broken elbow. He is in surgery right now. We are waiting for the out come so more later. Be praying for a full recovery.

DeOneDeOnly · 08-20-2012, 09:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cas446

Well we have had our first injury today. Larry took a hard fall and is in the hospital with a broken elbow. He is in surgery right now. We are waiting for the out come so more later. Be praying for a full recovery.

Sorry to hear about Larry; will be praying for a speedy recovery!
Does the hospital have a web-site to send E-cards?
I hope everyone is geared up to the max; them rocks don't give much...
Checked it out myself last year, several times

**GHT** · 08-20-2012, 10:07 AM

Bummer, hate to hear that!! Keep us up to date!!

cas446 · 08-20-2012, 10:10 AM

Going to go see him here in a little bit.

**jfink** · 08-20-2012, 11:56 AM

I am sorry to hear about Larry, and praying for the best outcome. As Dewayne and George mention, please keep us updated.

Irishcoffee · 08-20-2012, 12:44 PM

I am another who could not make the trip, however, if anyone else can, lets try again. Still at least a month till the snow gets to be an issue. And then only at high elevations. DS, not a trail race ride. I suggest Salida since it is closer, plenty of trail variety and motel/camping accomodations. Very sorry to hear of Tourmeister's Dad. Prayers sent.

**Tourmeister** · 08-20-2012, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by DFW_Warrior

You know... Graeme and I are heading up there the week of labor day. Just come up in a couple weeks and you will still get in some riding.

Depending on when Dad gets out of the hospital and how he is feeling, we may very well make A trip Aug 24/25th through Sept 1/2. I say A trip because we might still make Colorado, but we might also end up going to Cloudcroft, NM instead. It really depends on how my Dad is doing and the timing for him being able to go back to work.

We can't do the same week as you because Roger already has his vacation scheduled for this week and next. So we have to work with his time off.

Quote:

Originally Posted by cas446

Well we have had our first injury today. Larry took a hard fall and is in the hospital with a broken elbow. He is in surgery right now. We are waiting for the out come so more later. Be praying for a full recovery.

Dang, I hate to hear that!! I hope the surgery goes well and there are no complications preventing a full recovery. Where did it happen?

Irishcoffee · 08-20-2012, 01:49 PM

Also sorry to hear of that elbow injury. Had a bad one in 07 and with tendon complications it took a year for recovery. I hate them but always wear heavy duty elbow guards in CO.

_RG_ · 08-22-2012, 10:13 AM

Quick update on Bueligan (Larry)...Joe will be going up to Montrose today to help him get on a plane back to Texas. Sounds like he's doing pretty well as such things go. His friends have taken care of his bikes and other items as if they were their own. So, what good is TWT anyway...?

We had a long hard ride yesterday. The plan was for 15 riders to cross over Corkscrew pass, Animas Forks and over to Lost Creek trail. Some were to split off onto Pole Creek trail (single track) and the rest go on to Stoney Pass where we all meet up again. Sounds great eh?

Well...you know how plans go when machines get involved. We made it to the switchbacks going up Corkscrew when the first bike started wheezing for oxygen and turned back. Just past the summit another bike decided to quit running altogether. We spent a good hour rebuilding its carb on the trail. Next came a clutch malfunction. Those two turned back for Ouray. This country is rough on man and machine.

Our own Clutchless and her TW200 made a fine showing for a girl riding a very limited machine through some wickedly technical stuff. Some bikes hit the ground as the day went and some bruising took place but nothing that a couple of Advil couldn't cure.

Later in the day folks were out of water, snacks, gas and energy...and we were way out in the woods with some bikes struggling to make it home before dark. You know, great adventure sometimes only seems so great after the fact.

Well, we all lived to tell about it and gathered round the campfire last night to enjoy a bite or two of cobbler and some first rate good company.

Details and pix later...

**Tourmeister** · 08-22-2012, 10:37 AM

*hands over eyes*

LA LA LA LA LA LA.....

Irishcoffee · 08-22-2012, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by _RG_

Quick update on Bueligan (Larry)...Joe will be going up to Montrose today to help him get on a plane back to Texas. Sounds like he's doing pretty well as such things go. His friends have taken care of his bikes and other items as if they were their own. So, what good is TWT anyway...?

We had a long hard ride yesterday. The plan was for 15 riders to cross over Corkscrew pass, Animas Forks and over to Lost Creek trail. Some were to split off onto Pole Creek trail (single track) and the rest go on to Stoney Pass where we all meet up again. Sounds great eh?

Well...you know how plans go when machines get involved. We made it to the switchbacks going up Corkscrew when the first bike started wheezing for oxygen and turned back. Just past the summit another bike decided to quit running altogether. We spent a good hour rebuilding its carb on the trail. Next came a clutch malfunction. Those two turned back for Ouray. This country is rough on man and machine.

Our own Clutchless and her TW200 made a fine showing for a girl riding a very limited machine through some wickedly technical stuff. Some bikes hit the ground as the day went and some bruising took place but nothing that a couple of Advil couldn't cure.

Later in the day folks were out of water, snacks, gas and energy...and we were way out in the woods with some bikes struggling to make it home before dark. You know, great adventure sometimes only seems so great after the fact.

Well, we all lived to tell about it and gathered round the campfire last night to enjoy a bite or two of cobbler and some first rate good company.

Details and pix later...

The best memories of life come from those days. Just think, y'all could have been at work!!!

**Tourmeister** · 08-22-2012, 11:38 AM

Glad to hear the elbow got fixed and he is being taken care of by everyone. Knowing the other riders are so willing to help each other certainly generates a peace of mind on trips like this.

Since Roger and I had to bail because of my Dad's unexpected vacation in the hospital...

http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=76253

Vinny · 08-22-2012, 01:13 PM

Thanks for updating as you go RG.

_RG_ · 08-23-2012, 09:38 AM

Operation "Get Bueligan back to Texas" was a success. Larry's back home, in good hands and doing fine.

We've been blessed with occasional light rain that's made the dust stay put nicely. A few of us rode a spirited pace down Black Bear to Telluride to get a bite at the Baked In Telluride deli. Good eats! After waiting for a shower to pass we then rode over Imogene pass back to Ouray. Great ride.

Another group went exploring on some national forest roads that lead to a 14K mountain and looked really good in the videos. Needless to say, there's a lot more to explore up here than we've had time to ride.

Joe came up with a video cable yesterday so trail cam movies were on the big screen last night. Our cobbler turned out OK and the entire group, plus some campground neighbors, gathered round the campfire and had a great time visiting, laughing at the videos and telling tall tales. Good times for sure.

Irishcoffee · 08-23-2012, 11:25 AM

That can't be fun, nope it just can't be.

subcomm · 08-23-2012, 07:55 PM

I left Ouray this morning and on my way back home. This was an absolutely outstanding event. For those of you who have not ridden this area, you should! This was my first time to offroad in SW Colorado and can honestly say it is by far the best terrain I have every ridden. Awesome vistas, elevation changes and varied terrain and also some really good weather. Thank to all my riding buddies (RG, Chad, Art, Ray, Scott and Stan). Can't wait till next year.

**matikrimerman** · 08-23-2012, 10:36 PM

thanks for the updates R.G. Too bad I couldn't make it. Ya'll be safe.

clutchless · 08-24-2012, 09:01 PM

Hooray for Ouray 2012 Blood,sweat and gears (and 2 Advil)..... Corkscrew and Cinnamon pass; good times with good company!! Rinse and repeat

Thanks to all for a great ride!

**Jbay** · 08-24-2012, 09:06 PM

you know the story...

no photos, never happened

08-20-2012, 12:08 AM	#362
cas446 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: League City, Texas Posts: 820	Re: Fourth Annual Ouray CO. Dual Sport Ride Well we have had our first injury today. Larry took a hard fall and is in the hospital with a broken elbow. He is in surgery right now. We are waiting for the out come so more later. Be praying for a full recovery. __________________ Chris 12 V-Strom 650 84 V65 1100 08 Yamaha WR250R 09 V-Strom 650 07 XR650R plated (sold) 08 Kawasaki Versys (sold) 99 DR350SE (sold) 07 KLR 650 (sold) 06 Vstar 1100 (sold) 01 ST1100 (sold)

08-20-2012, 10:07 AM	#364
GHT Forum Supporter Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: League City Posts: 919	Re: Fourth Annual Ouray CO. Dual Sport Ride Bummer, hate to hear that!! Keep us up to date!! __________________ "Ride Safe Today, So You Can Ride Tomorrow!" '08 WR250R (Blue) '08 DL650 (Yellow, I know Bumble Bee) '03 KTM 450 EXC (Gone to CA.!) '03 Yamaha FJR 1300 Silver (Gone to Chicago) '07 Suzuki M50... Black (Gone to Spring) '06 Suzuki DRZ400 SM... Black (Gone to Round Rock) '05 Kawasaki KLR 650... (Gone to TN.)

08-20-2012, 10:10 AM	#365
cas446 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: League City, Texas Posts: 820	Re: Fourth Annual Ouray CO. Dual Sport Ride Going to go see him here in a little bit. __________________ Chris 12 V-Strom 650 84 V65 1100 08 Yamaha WR250R 09 V-Strom 650 07 XR650R plated (sold) 08 Kawasaki Versys (sold) 99 DR350SE (sold) 07 KLR 650 (sold) 06 Vstar 1100 (sold) 01 ST1100 (sold)

08-20-2012, 11:56 AM	#366
jfink Forum Supporter Join Date: May 2007 Location: League City, Tx Posts: 1,208	Re: Fourth Annual Ouray CO. Dual Sport Ride I am sorry to hear about Larry, and praying for the best outcome. As Dewayne and George mention, please keep us updated. __________________ Joe "Every man is born as many men, but dies as only one. - Martin Heidegger '11 KTM 990 Dakar '04 Goldwing '08 KLR650E Ride to the end of the world

08-20-2012, 12:44 PM	#367
Irishcoffee Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: East Texas Posts: 774	Re: Fourth Annual Ouray CO. Dual Sport Ride I am another who could not make the trip, however, if anyone else can, lets try again. Still at least a month till the snow gets to be an issue. And then only at high elevations. DS, not a trail race ride. I suggest Salida since it is closer, plenty of trail variety and motel/camping accomodations. Very sorry to hear of Tourmeister's Dad. Prayers sent.

08-20-2012, 01:49 PM	#369
Irishcoffee Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: East Texas Posts: 774	Re: Fourth Annual Ouray CO. Dual Sport Ride Also sorry to hear of that elbow injury. Had a bad one in 07 and with tendon complications it took a year for recovery. I hate them but always wear heavy duty elbow guards in CO.

08-22-2012, 10:13 AM	#370
_RG_ Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Bryan-sort of-Texas Posts: 782	Re: Fourth Annual Ouray CO. Dual Sport Ride Quick update on Bueligan (Larry)...Joe will be going up to Montrose today to help him get on a plane back to Texas. Sounds like he's doing pretty well as such things go. His friends have taken care of his bikes and other items as if they were their own. So, what good is TWT anyway...? We had a long hard ride yesterday. The plan was for 15 riders to cross over Corkscrew pass, Animas Forks and over to Lost Creek trail. Some were to split off onto Pole Creek trail (single track) and the rest go on to Stoney Pass where we all meet up again. Sounds great eh? Well...you know how plans go when machines get involved. We made it to the switchbacks going up Corkscrew when the first bike started wheezing for oxygen and turned back. Just past the summit another bike decided to quit running altogether. We spent a good hour rebuilding its carb on the trail. Next came a clutch malfunction. Those two turned back for Ouray. This country is rough on man and machine. Our own Clutchless and her TW200 made a fine showing for a girl riding a very limited machine through some wickedly technical stuff. Some bikes hit the ground as the day went and some bruising took place but nothing that a couple of Advil couldn't cure. Later in the day folks were out of water, snacks, gas and energy...and we were way out in the woods with some bikes struggling to make it home before dark. You know, great adventure sometimes only seems so great after the fact. Well, we all lived to tell about it and gathered round the campfire last night to enjoy a bite or two of cobbler and some first rate good company. Details and pix later...

08-22-2012, 01:13 PM	#374
Vinny Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Austin, Tx Posts: 400	Re: Fourth Annual Ouray CO. Dual Sport Ride Thanks for updating as you go RG. __________________ '06 Red Wee 650. '05 Gasgas 450 FSE

08-23-2012, 09:38 AM	#375
_RG_ Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Bryan-sort of-Texas Posts: 782	Re: Fourth Annual Ouray CO. Dual Sport Ride Operation "Get Bueligan back to Texas" was a success. Larry's back home, in good hands and doing fine. We've been blessed with occasional light rain that's made the dust stay put nicely. A few of us rode a spirited pace down Black Bear to Telluride to get a bite at the Baked In Telluride deli. Good eats! After waiting for a shower to pass we then rode over Imogene pass back to Ouray. Great ride. Another group went exploring on some national forest roads that lead to a 14K mountain and looked really good in the videos. Needless to say, there's a lot more to explore up here than we've had time to ride. Joe came up with a video cable yesterday so trail cam movies were on the big screen last night. Our cobbler turned out OK and the entire group, plus some campground neighbors, gathered round the campfire and had a great time visiting, laughing at the videos and telling tall tales. Good times for sure.

08-23-2012, 11:25 AM	#376
Irishcoffee Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: East Texas Posts: 774	Re: Fourth Annual Ouray CO. Dual Sport Ride That can't be fun, nope it just can't be.

08-23-2012, 07:55 PM	#377
subcomm Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Guatemala Posts: 188	Re: Fourth Annual Ouray CO. Dual Sport Ride I left Ouray this morning and on my way back home. This was an absolutely outstanding event. For those of you who have not ridden this area, you should! This was my first time to offroad in SW Colorado and can honestly say it is by far the best terrain I have every ridden. Awesome vistas, elevation changes and varied terrain and also some really good weather. Thank to all my riding buddies (RG, Chad, Art, Ray, Scott and Stan). Can't wait till next year. __________________ Regards, Mark 2005 CRF450X TORCS #607 Trail Riders of Houston

08-23-2012, 10:36 PM	#378
matikrimerman Forum Supporter Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Carrollton, Tx Posts: 220	Re: Fourth Annual Ouray CO. Dual Sport Ride thanks for the updates R.G. Too bad I couldn't make it. Ya'll be safe. __________________ Mati 2008 Husaberg FE450 www.MKpUSA.com

08-24-2012, 09:01 PM	#379
clutchless Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: west of fortworth tx Posts: 35	Re: Fourth Annual Ouray CO. Dual Sport Ride Hooray for Ouray 2012 Blood,sweat and gears (and 2 Advil)..... Corkscrew and Cinnamon pass; good times with good company!! Rinse and repeat Thanks to all for a great ride!

08-24-2012, 09:06 PM	#380
Jbay Forum Supporter Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Waco Posts: 2,048	Re: Fourth Annual Ouray CO. Dual Sport Ride you know the story... no photos, never happened __________________ James Triumph Bonneville Black 790 / KTM 350 EXC (son's) & 500 EXC 2013 RIDE VIDEOS: TBD

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