3rd Annual Around the Bend

Trail Boss · 11-22-2009, 11:35 AM

Update: Feb 15th: The t-shirts have been ordered so no new orders for t-shirts as of now. You can still register and/or order a ride guide until Tuesday, Feb 23rd.

3rd annual Around the Bend motorcycle rally

Feb 25 - 28, 2010, Terlingua, TX

Around the Bend registration form

It's time for the annual Around the Bend motorcycle rally in Big Bend. All motorcyclists are invited to join me the last weekend in February for a long weekend of motorcycling and adventure. Ride, trailer, or otherwise get you and your bike out to Big Bend on or around Thursday, Feb 25th. Spend Friday and Saturday exploring the Big Bend. Head home on Sunday. If your schedule permits, feel free to show up early or stay late.

This is a casual event. No predetermined course for everyone to ride. No banquets. No set schedule to follow. Just show up, ride, and have a great time. Whether you attend by yourself or bring your friends, there will be others to ride with. Grab some buddies and ride when you want and where you want. Have an adventure.

Registration is free. Just complete the registration form and get it to me.

If you want a t-shirt or ride guide, please order with your registration as I will have very few extras available during the event.

The riding is great and the weather usually cooperates. See you there!

Want more information? Check out the Around the Bend page on my web site.

Registration ends Monday, Feb 15th to allow sufficient time to order and receive the t-shirts.

Trail Boss · 11-22-2009, 12:12 PM

If you've been wondering about it, the Around the Bend event is a great opportunity to get a taste of the riding in Mexico.

In fact, this little canyon is just across the border from Presidio...

...and makes a wonderful day trip. The canyon is called Peguis Canyon and it's about 20 miles or so south of the border. It's on the main road heading south from Ojinaga, is easy to find, and the road is paved so you can get there on any motorcycle.

You don't have to do any border paperwork either. Just cross the international bridge and head south.

You will need a passport or a passcard to get back into the United States. So, if you don't have one already, apply today to ensure you get yours in time.

JT · 11-23-2009, 01:03 AM

Me first!

Hi Richard, I'll definitely be there.

John

Voni · 11-23-2009, 07:22 AM

Paul and I will be there. In fact, we're there now!

Voni
sMiling

JT · 11-23-2009, 10:14 AM

Hi Richard, I had registered for the last 'Around the bend' but had to miss it. Are there any changes to the ride guide this year?
John

Trail Boss · 11-23-2009, 10:48 AM

John,

I did a 2nd edition to the guide this past April after Big Bend Ranch State Park opened up to motorcyclists. I added 1 additional ride to the guide (a dual sport loop through BBRSP), but no other changes. If your guide is in good shape there probably isn't a need to buy the 2nd edition just for that 1 route.

bigdon55 · 11-23-2009, 10:49 AM

I'll be there!

**tricepilot** · 11-23-2009, 01:10 PM

Uncle wants to ride my GS again:

**Jerry** · 11-23-2009, 03:45 PM

Jerry's a comin'

... and wants to do a "pop-a-wheelie" on Tricepilots GS!

Trail Boss · 11-23-2009, 03:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jerry

... and wants to do a "pop-a-wheelie" on Tricepilots GS!

What a fine idea! I vote that tricepilot let all of us do a "pop-a-wheelie" on his GS. I'm second after Jerry.

JT · 11-23-2009, 03:58 PM

Tricepilot, you probably oughta just go ahead and take that rear fender 'thingamabob' off, it aint gonna last...

**tricepilot** · 11-23-2009, 06:52 PM

I like to show off at Big Bend.

I am going to wheelie the R1200GS!!!

First, here are some of my wheelie practice videos...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jerry

Jerry's a comin'

... and wants to do a "pop-a-wheelie" on Tricepilots GS!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Richard_

What a fine idea! I vote that tricepilot let all of us do a "pop-a-wheelie" on his GS. I'm second after Jerry.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jthompson

Tricepilot, you probably oughta just go ahead and take that rear fender 'thingamabob' off, it aint gonna last...

Finally, this is me practicing last month in Galeana. I'm the second guy, behind John:

surg7498 · 11-23-2009, 09:57 PM

Wow this sounds super interesting. I have never been on any kind of ride like this. I've been riding about a year and have a 06 Dakar. Do i need special skills that are only given to a person after 2+ yrs of riding or would I probably have plenty of riding to do. I have spent 99% of my yr riding to and from school and work so all highway and in city.
Thanks for the thoughts,

Sergio

Trail Boss · 11-23-2009, 10:36 PM

Sergio,

There is sufficient riding in the region that you should be able to easily find stuff that works for you. The Dakar is capable so it will come down to your skill and comfort level.

poser · 11-24-2009, 10:42 AM

I'm really hoping to make it to Big Bend, either this trip or otherwise, just have to plan out vacation time with other stuff that already on the calendar next year.

I'll keep an eye on this thread

MIKEYLIKESIT · 11-24-2009, 11:37 AM

so, how many people here do the "street only" ride? i'm hoping to be in the dual-sport scene sometime soon, but for now, street.

Trail Boss · 11-24-2009, 12:52 PM

Mike,

I don't have an exact number of pavement only riders. I estimate it is a reasonable number of folks. There were about 150 attendees last year and I'd guess 1/4 or so did pavement only.

BrotherWolf · 11-27-2009, 12:26 PM

Austin-based Dakar rider plans to attend. Thanks for organizing the trip!

thumper_tx · 11-27-2009, 02:00 PM

Hotel booked and reg form is on the way.

Really looking forward to this!!!

Ron

mff · 11-28-2009, 05:40 AM

Will be there! Want to see what has keep Uncle on the porch all year?

11-22-2009, 11:35 AM	#1
Trail Boss TWT Advertiser TWT Site Sponsor Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Austin Posts: 2,931	3rd Annual Around the Bend *Update: Feb 15th:* The t-shirts have been ordered so no new orders for t-shirts as of now. You can still register and/or order a ride guide until Tuesday, Feb 23rd. 3rd annual Around the Bend motorcycle rally Feb 25 - 28, 2010, Terlingua, TX Around the Bend registration form It's time for the annual Around the Bend motorcycle rally in Big Bend. All motorcyclists are invited to join me the last weekend in February for a long weekend of motorcycling and adventure. Ride, trailer, or otherwise get you and your bike out to Big Bend on or around Thursday, Feb 25th. Spend Friday and Saturday exploring the Big Bend. Head home on Sunday. If your schedule permits, feel free to show up early or stay late. This is a casual event. No predetermined course for everyone to ride. No banquets. No set schedule to follow. Just show up, ride, and have a great time. Whether you attend by yourself or bring your friends, there will be others to ride with. Grab some buddies and ride when you want and where you want. Have an adventure. Registration is free. Just complete the registration form and get it to me. If you want a t-shirt or ride guide, please order with your registration as I will have very few extras available during the event. The riding is great and the weather usually cooperates. See you there! Want more information? Check out the Around the Bend page on my web site. Registration ends Monday, Feb 15th to allow sufficient time to order and receive the t-shirts. __________________ Richard "Nice bike. Have you taken her to Mexico? All bikes want their owners to take them there. " - tricepilot Dirt, sweat & gears - adventure is calling Last edited by Trail Boss; 02-15-2010 at 08:19 PM.

11-22-2009, 12:12 PM	#2
Trail Boss TWT Advertiser TWT Site Sponsor Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Austin Posts: 2,931	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend If you've been wondering about it, the Around the Bend event is a great opportunity to get a taste of the riding in Mexico. In fact, this little canyon is just across the border from Presidio... ...and makes a wonderful day trip. The canyon is called Peguis Canyon and it's about 20 miles or so south of the border. It's on the main road heading south from Ojinaga, is easy to find, and the road is paved so you can get there on any motorcycle. You don't have to do any border paperwork either. Just cross the international bridge and head south. You will need a passport or a passcard to get back into the United States. So, if you don't have one already, apply today to ensure you get yours in time. __________________ Richard "Nice bike. Have you taken her to Mexico? All bikes want their owners to take them there. " - tricepilot Dirt, sweat & gears - adventure is calling

11-23-2009, 01:03 AM	#3
JT Where's my beer? Forum Supporter Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Elgin Posts: 714	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend Me first! Hi Richard, I'll definitely be there. John

11-23-2009, 07:22 AM	#4
Voni Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: 53 sMiles south of Alpine Posts: 798	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend Paul and I will be there. In fact, we're there now! Voni sMiling __________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Live deeply, laugh fully, love widely http://www.bigbend.net/users/glaves/ photo site: http://s14.photobucket.com/albums/a326/VoniGlaves/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

11-23-2009, 10:14 AM	#5
JT Where's my beer? Forum Supporter Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Elgin Posts: 714	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend Hi Richard, I had registered for the last 'Around the bend' but had to miss it. Are there any changes to the ride guide this year? John

11-23-2009, 10:48 AM	#6
Trail Boss TWT Advertiser TWT Site Sponsor Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Austin Posts: 2,931	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend John, I did a 2nd edition to the guide this past April after Big Bend Ranch State Park opened up to motorcyclists. I added 1 additional ride to the guide (a dual sport loop through BBRSP), but no other changes. If your guide is in good shape there probably isn't a need to buy the 2nd edition just for that 1 route. __________________ Richard "Nice bike. Have you taken her to Mexico? All bikes want their owners to take them there. " - tricepilot Dirt, sweat & gears - adventure is calling Last edited by Trail Boss; 11-23-2009 at 11:51 AM.

11-23-2009, 10:49 AM	#7
bigdon55 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Sulphur Springs Posts: 1,138	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend I'll be there!

11-23-2009, 01:10 PM	#8
tricepilot Forum Supporter Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Cibolo, Texas Posts: 6,096	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend Uncle wants to ride my GS again: __________________ Oaxaca The Treasure of the Sierra Madre Into the Blue at Quintana Roo Vaquero On Mexican Time Copper Canyon and Batopilas

11-23-2009, 03:45 PM	#9
Jerry Forum Supporter Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Elgin, Texas Posts: 685	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend Jerry's a comin' ... and wants to do a "pop-a-wheelie" on Tricepilots GS! __________________ Jerry '07 Rapid Grey WeeStrom

11-23-2009, 03:58 PM	#11
JT Where's my beer? Forum Supporter Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Elgin Posts: 714	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend Tricepilot, you probably oughta just go ahead and take that rear fender 'thingamabob' off, it aint gonna last...

11-23-2009, 09:57 PM	#13
surg7498 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 3	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend Wow this sounds super interesting. I have never been on any kind of ride like this. I've been riding about a year and have a 06 Dakar. Do i need special skills that are only given to a person after 2+ yrs of riding or would I probably have plenty of riding to do. I have spent 99% of my yr riding to and from school and work so all highway and in city. Thanks for the thoughts, Sergio

11-23-2009, 10:36 PM	#14
Trail Boss TWT Advertiser TWT Site Sponsor Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Austin Posts: 2,931	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend Sergio, There is sufficient riding in the region that you should be able to easily find stuff that works for you. The Dakar is capable so it will come down to your skill and comfort level. __________________ Richard "Nice bike. Have you taken her to Mexico? All bikes want their owners to take them there. " - tricepilot Dirt, sweat & gears - adventure is calling

11-24-2009, 10:42 AM	#15
poser Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: old katy Posts: 9,594	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend I'm really hoping to make it to Big Bend, either this trip or otherwise, just have to plan out vacation time with other stuff that already on the calendar next year. I'll keep an eye on this thread __________________ Jason Katy, TX (in "old katy" some say there's a difference) http://thebohacpage.smugmug.com/ "If it was illegal, there'd be a sign telling us NOT to do it." "I can't always tell if he [Jason] is joking, or if his judgment really is that bad." - my father-in-law 2006 KTM 250 SX-F 2004 Yamaha yz250f - in boxes (some assembly required ) I've got a soft spot/addiction for basket cases, projects, and lost causes.

11-24-2009, 11:37 AM	#16
MIKEYLIKESIT Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Porter/New Caney Posts: 1,559	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend so, how many people here do the "street only" ride? i'm hoping to be in the dual-sport scene sometime soon, but for now, street. __________________ 2002 Triumph Trophy 1200 (Misty) PGR# 126703 No matter where you go------There you are... 4 out of the 5 voices in my head say go for it!! (305): If God's watching us, we might as well be entertaining

11-24-2009, 12:52 PM	#17
Trail Boss TWT Advertiser TWT Site Sponsor Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Austin Posts: 2,931	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend Mike, I don't have an exact number of pavement only riders. I estimate it is a reasonable number of folks. There were about 150 attendees last year and I'd guess 1/4 or so did pavement only. __________________ Richard "Nice bike. Have you taken her to Mexico? All bikes want their owners to take them there. " - tricepilot Dirt, sweat & gears - adventure is calling

11-27-2009, 12:26 PM	#18
BrotherWolf Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Austin Posts: 3	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend Austin-based Dakar rider plans to attend. Thanks for organizing the trip!

11-27-2009, 02:00 PM	#19
thumper_tx Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: smithville tx Posts: 598	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend Hotel booked and reg form is on the way. Really looking forward to this!!! Ron __________________ Ron Waldrep 09 WR250R 11 F800GS 97 BMW F 650

11-28-2009, 05:40 AM	#20
mff Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: TEXAS Posts: 140	Re: 3rd Annual Around the Bend Will be there! Want to see what has keep Uncle on the porch all year? __________________ MFF

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