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You should call Peter on this one... I am going flying all weekend with him this weekend..... It'll give us lots o time to discuss it while I get all pissed up in the back seat! You gonna be anywhere on the sled this weekend? W will be on skis and can put er down just about anywhere on a lake eh!
I'll be skiing at Alpine this Saturday (next to Blue Mountain). Back in London for some sledding on Sunday (near St. Thomas).

Ron,
Having finally pulled the trigger on selling my bike - it's tempting to get a new version of it (I really love the KTM Adventure). But, the ability to replace it with two bikes (covering the full dirt and touring spectrum) was and is the final goal here. So, I'll make it a priority to focus my efforts on finding two worthy replacements. The 990 might be on the radar again in 5 years time - maybe they'll have it ironed out by then.

In fact, maybe KTM will have a 690 Adventure by then.
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That's probably doable although 2 weeks would be better.

3 weeks if you're on a 450!

Maybe early August?
August sounds good. Let's circle back later this year.
Also, I plan to have a decent touring bike by that time - so the pace will not be a problem.



When are we meeting up for some food...... I'm HUNGRY!!!!!!


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Wow...you're on a roll Uber. 25 posts and you're not banned yet

Now's the time to look for a new steed...prices always jump when the snow melts and don't forget about that silly HST, whenever that kicks in. It'll affect you if you're buying private.

Ohhh, just thinking. Maybe its best you give the cash you get for your bike to one of us for safe keeping or it could end up being spent on a ring
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I'll be skiing at Alpine this Saturday (next to Blue Mountain). Back in London for some sledding on Sunday (near St. Thomas).

Ron,
Having finally pulled the trigger on selling my bike - it's tempting to get a new version of it (I really love the KTM Adventure). But, the ability to replace it with two bikes (covering the full dirt and touring spectrum) was and is the final goal here. So, I'll make it a priority to focus my efforts on finding two worthy replacements. The 990 might be on the radar again in 5 years time - maybe they'll have it ironed out by then.

In fact, maybe KTM will have a 690 Adventure by then.
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Haha, sold it before it granaded eh!
HAHAHAHAHA beat me to it, doctor!!

good to see all of you again!

i has cheezburger for lunch too.
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HAHAHAHAHA beat me to it, doctor!!

good to see all of you again!

i has cheezburger for lunch too.
Anyone up for Paramount??????


...BTW, there's an incredible Indian restaurant near Lakeshore and Islington called EVEREST.
An absolute must!!!!!
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I think we should do a multi stop next tuesday....Paramount then a friendly takeover of chateau King Cool!
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I think we should do a multi stop next tuesday....Paramount then a friendly takeover of chateau King Cool!
Count me in!
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Ill supply the van but we need a DD! Maybe we can hire somebody!?!?... Hey....Kareem....you are a non boozer aint ya! Have I got a proposition for you!
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I think we should do a multi stop next tuesday....Paramount then a friendly takeover of chateau King Cool!
You're on, and I'll let Deuce know there's fresh meat comin over for dinner.

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Also, Dragan is celebrating his birthday soon...

... might want to drag him along.
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outch dragging me would hurt!

and you are not banned yet?!!! what gives?
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IN!!! but regretfully wont be able to make it to chateau KC!

what time?
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RallyRaid Ontario 2010 details/ideas:

-NAVIGATIONAL RALLY-

The route will be made up of a series of waypoints. At each waypoint there's a marker with a code. Each rider must locate the marker and write down the code (yes, with a pen and paper).

The waypoints will be in order, following them will reveal the route. The challenge is to spot all the markers. Thus, it's not a race. The winner will be he/she who spots all the markers. The emphasis is on precision and accuracy, not speed.

To prevent tie's, some markers will be placed amongst difficult terrain. Hence, not everyone will find them - thus, an alternate route around that area will be used as an option-out route. Also, there will be a time limit. Say, 6pm. So, people will have to strike a balance between finding as many markers as possible and making it back on time. As such, the route will be a loop. If a waypoint is missed, all is not lost - the next waypoint will keep you on track.

As for the event itself, a campground will act as the staging area (the location is yet to be determined). To take part in the event will be free; camping and food will be separate.
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IN!!! but regretfully wont be able to make it to chateau KC!

what time?
7pm would be the earliest I can make it.

...which, after our meal, doesn't really leave much time to make it down to Dave's for a .
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