InZane XX... Wooohooo!!!

[f6gal]

Ding, ding, ding! It's official!!

IZXX will be in Asheville, NC.
Dates June 7-12 (early bird cookout is Sun, June 7)  

And for those who watch such things, the order of correct guesses was:

1.  Serk correctly guessed Asheville and Ground Zero

2.  T.P. correctly guessed the bridge in Asheville, but did not identify GZ.

3.  Disco correctly guessed Asheville and GZ.

4.  Mark T correctly guessed Asheville, but not GZ.  In fairness, we did look at Crowne Plaza.

[Serk]

WoOHoO! Can't wait!!!

[t-man403]

for some reason, I remember this place!  

[RDKLL]

Going to do my best to be there...probably wont be on a bike...so what!

[Pappy!]

LOVE it!!
Am so ready for another episode of this area!
Thanks!!

[Disco]

Thank you, Staff, for choosing another great location with so much great riding all around!   

Can't wait to see you all!

[Ken Tarver]

I will happily be there, thanks to all staff.

[Farside]

  Great location, I'm excited can't you tell...... Love the choice, nice job. I'll be thinking about this for 9 months.

[f6gal]

for some reason, I remember this place!  

Much nicer hotel though and we won't have to eat outside under a tent.
But it was definitely momentous event for you and DDT!

[John Schmidt]

Kinda thought so after I saw the "Connie" bridge, was torn between that and Charlotte but pleased with Asheville. I already have a 3k mile tour laid out, that mileage is direct to each location I want to visit before and after the rally, eventually taking me out to Ft. Worth to visit some friends in both Texas and Oklahoma. The 3k doesn't show any local riding at each destination. Tentative plans include taking the ferry across Lake Michigan to visit a cousin in Midland, MI. Then down to the Lansing area to former daughter-in-law of Rita's, then to Asheville. Afterward I want to visit long time friends in Franklin, NC then to Vas, NC in eastern NC, then Orlando, FL & Ft. Worth, TX. I'd love to do some riding in the Rockies and if I get my passport might even tour on up to Banff and Lake Louise in Canada, retracing some of our honeymoon in 1994 and spreading some of Rita's ashes along the way.  

Sorry for the rambling, just the thought of being able to be on the move again in connection with InZane just got my wanderlust bubbling again. Should be an interesting summer, Lord willing I'll be out there.  

[MarkT]

I'm thinkin, might trailer George and the Magna this time, and ride George around there.  Of course he's not as comfy for longer rides, so I might hafta look at the riding there to decide for sure.  Or maybe I can fit Jade in the trailer too!  That'll be tight!

[f6gal]

Kinda thought so after I saw the "Connie" bridge, was torn between that and Charlotte but pleased with Asheville. I already have a 3k mile tour laid out, that mileage is direct to each location I want to visit before and after the rally, eventually taking me out to Ft. Worth to visit some friends in both Texas and Oklahoma. The 3k doesn't show any local riding at each destination. Tentative plans include taking the ferry across Lake Michigan to visit a cousin in Midland, MI. Then down to the Lansing area to former daughter-in-law of Rita's, then to Asheville. Afterward I want to visit long time friends in Franklin, NC then to Vas, NC in eastern NC, then Orlando, FL & Ft. Worth, TX. I'd love to do some riding in the Rockies and if I get my passport might even tour on up to Banff and Lake Louise in Canada, retracing some of our honeymoon in 1994 and spreading some of Rita's ashes along the way.  

Sorry for the rambling, just the thought of being able to be on the move again in connection with InZane just got my wanderlust bubbling again. Should be an interesting summer, Lord willing I'll be out there.  

It will be great to have you attend again... at last!   

[G-Man]

for some reason, I remember this place!  

Much nicer hotel though and we won't have to eat outside under a tent.
But it was definitely momentous event for you and DDT!

This event was one of the nicest things I've ever witnessed.  The work and love put in by so many, and the loving donations made by so many was absolutely wonderful.  I remember cutting a ride a little short and high-tailing back to the hotel so we could be back in time for the evening's activities.  I had the Queen on the back and I swear Punisher had us up in the 90's on some stretches of the highway.  The faster we went the tighter she squeezed!  And then I cried like a baby watching the next hour or so unfold.

 

[fudgie]

Awesome! I hear its a great area. Thx for what you all do. 

[mbramley]

  Thanks for all your hard work. I am really looking forward to coming.

[turtle254]

Ground Zero ?

[The emperor has no clothes]

Ground Zero ?

Once they set up registration and you register, it will show you. (They try to keep reservations to registered people)

[old2soon]

for some reason, I remember this place!  

Much nicer hotel though and we won't have to eat outside under a tent.
But it was definitely momentous event for you and DDT!

          Sweety-I humbly put this too you that Everyone in attendance under and around the tent that day was MOVED! I Know I had a difficult time looking thru water in my eyes. One of The Most moving M/C related events I was proud to be a tiny part thereof. I and others have stated and I Will repeat Now-THIS CLUB ROCKS!  RIDE SAFE.

[John Schmidt]

Kinda thought so after I saw the "Connie" bridge, was torn between that and Charlotte but pleased with Asheville. I already have a 3k mile tour laid out, that mileage is direct to each location I want to visit before and after the rally, eventually taking me out to Ft. Worth to visit some friends in both Texas and Oklahoma. The 3k doesn't show any local riding at each destination. Tentative plans include taking the ferry across Lake Michigan to visit a cousin in Midland, MI. Then down to the Lansing area to former daughter-in-law of Rita's, then to Asheville. Afterward I want to visit long time friends in Franklin, NC then to Vas, NC in eastern NC, then Orlando, FL & Ft. Worth, TX. I'd love to do some riding in the Rockies and if I get my passport might even tour on up to Banff and Lake Louise in Canada, retracing some of our honeymoon in 1994 and spreading some of Rita's ashes along the way.  

Sorry for the rambling, just the thought of being able to be on the move again in connection with InZane just got my wanderlust bubbling again. Should be an interesting summer, Lord willing I'll be out there.  

It will be great to have you attend again... at last!   

Thanks Connie, I've really missed all the good friends made over the years and am really looking forward to making the trip. Hope my grandson and I have my one-wheel trailer built by then. He's promised to do the welding if I get all the pieces cut out. 

[Oss]

a wonderful part of this country

Will do my best to be there !

Oss

will there be pie?   

[ksmith50229]

Lord willing and no snow days we'll be there.   

[gregk]

Might be doable but would have to take the car for my wife as she's got a bad leg.

[flsix]

Oh yeah.  Love the area and looking forward to riding it again.
Thank you staff for picking a great area.

[henry 008]

for some reason, I remember this place!  

Much nicer hotel though and we won't have to eat outside under a tent.
But it was definitely momentous event for you and DDT!

still sorry i missed that day. i remember taking "the ride to Inzane" ride with smokin joe. i forget where we met up at on Friday, but he had an awesome ride planned on Saturday and we ended up at the blue ridge motor lodge Saturday night. the motel had food for us too! I remember Eric riding his goldwing with the plastic fender into the pool (it was filled with stone) and had a struggle to get it out. Sunday we were riding to Asheville, but work called and i had to head home. 

[Gryphon Rider]

for some reason, I remember this place!  

Much nicer hotel though and we won't have to eat outside under a tent.
But it was definitely momentous event for you and DDT!

This event was one of the nicest things I've ever witnessed.  The work and love put in by so many, and the loving donations made by so many was absolutely wonderful.  I remember cutting a ride a little short and high-tailing back to the hotel so we could be back in time for the evening's activities.  I had the Queen on the back and I swear Punisher had us up in the 90's on some stretches of the highway.  The faster we went the tighter she squeezed!  And then I cried like a baby watching the next hour or so unfold.

 

Sandra and I did our Deal's Gap daytrip that day, and unfortunately got back to ground zero just after the presentation of ALI.  The two early bird tent meals I remember were in Asheville and Spearfish, and I think the outdoor aspect of the meal made it more festive than if it were inside.  I understand that it might complicate things logistically, however.

[9Ball]

My wife and I spent our honeymoon in Knoxville at the last Honda Hoot.  I mistakenly test drove a Rocket 3 and as soon as we got home I bought a new one.  We stayed at a free condo in Pigeon Forge and took a day to ride around Asheville.  We liked the area so much we talked about retiring there.

Enjoyed riding the Dragon, cherahola hwy, and around the lakes to visit Watts Bar nuclear plant. My avatar is from Killboy during that trip from Wisconsin to the Hoot.

Good choice...lots of great riding.

[Pluggy]

Hello from NC.  When you get to Asheville, a ride to the top of Mt. Mitchell is a must-do.  It is the highest mountain East of the Mississippi.  You have to keep your schedule open.  More often than not, you get to the top (6683 feet) and you're in a Smoky Mountain cloud.  When the weather is clear, the view is magnificent. 

I have never found the top of that mountain to be real crowded.  Yes, there will be other folks.  Downtown Asheville is known for boutiques, galleries and coffee shops, and tourists fill those places.  Mount Mitchell offers a break from the congestion.

[NewValker]

Hello from NC.  When you get to Asheville, a ride to the top of Mt. Mitchell is a must-do.  It is the highest mountain East of the Mississippi.  You have to keep your schedule open.  More often than not, you get to the top (6683 feet) and you're in a Smoky Mountain cloud.  When the weather is clear, the view is magnificent. 

I have never found the top of that mountain to be real crowded.  Yes, there will be other folks.  Downtown Asheville is known for boutiques, galleries and coffee shops, and tourists fill those places.  Mount Mitchell offers a break from the congestion.

I’ll second Pluggy, it’s a great ride up. Stopped up there on the way to see the eclipse with Whiskey in 17. Crystal clear that morning, & a bit chilly,  but well worth it!
Craig

[gordonv]

Thank you and the other staff for the hard work in arranging a place for InZane, and the early posts, giving us a chance to start to arrange our Rally Ride for next year.

[Gryphon Rider]

Hello from NC.  When you get to Asheville, a ride to the top of Mt. Mitchell is a must-do.  It is the highest mountain East of the Mississippi.  You have to keep your schedule open.  More often than not, you get to the top (6683 feet) and you're in a Smoky Mountain cloud.  When the weather is clear, the view is magnificent. 

I have never found the top of that mountain to be real crowded.  Yes, there will be other folks.  Downtown Asheville is known for boutiques, galleries and coffee shops, and tourists fill those places.  Mount Mitchell offers a break from the congestion.

Pluggy, or anyone else who can answer:

My wife and I did Mount Mitchell during InZane XIV, and I remember parts of the road up Mount Mitchell being lined with trees or bushes that had large pink (or perhaps red?) blossoms on them.  What type of tree/bush is that?

[Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005]

Hello from NC.  When you get to Asheville, a ride to the top of Mt. Mitchell is a must-do.  It is the highest mountain East of the Mississippi.  You have to keep your schedule open.  More often than not, you get to the top (6683 feet) and you're in a Smoky Mountain cloud.  When the weather is clear, the view is magnificent. 

I have never found the top of that mountain to be real crowded.  Yes, there will be other folks.  Downtown Asheville is known for boutiques, galleries and coffee shops, and tourists fill those places.  Mount Mitchell offers a break from the congestion.

Pluggy, or anyone else who can answer:

My wife and I did Mount Mitchell during InZane XIV, and I remember parts of the road up Mount Mitchell being lined with trees or bushes that had large pink (or perhaps red?) blossoms on them.  What type of tree/bush is that?

Mountain laurel

[Pluggy]

Also, look at pictures of rhododendron.  There are places in those mountains where they thrive and grow  tall.  The variety of plants changes as you go up a mountain.  That's what initially led Rev. Dr. Mitchell to conclude that the mountain, later named after him, was the tallest.

[baldo]

Also, look at pictures of rhododendron.  There are places in those mountains where they thrive and grow  tall.  The variety of plants changes as you go up a mountain.  That's what initially led Rev. Dr. Mitchell to conclude that the mountain, later named after him, was the tallest.

Rhododendron grow like weeds around here. They can get YUGE....There are several different colors. Blue, pink, red are the most common. I'm told the color depends on the acidity of the soil, but not sure on that....

[hubcapsc]

[Wolfhound]

Awesome!!!

I so much hope I can be there again.
It was one of the best times in my life - the camaraderie, the tire kicking on the parking lot, the great rides, the tent-event...

[f6gal]

Awesome!!!

I so much hope I can be there again.
It was one of the best times in my life - the camaraderie, the tire kicking on the parking lot, the great rides, the tent-event...

Hope you can make it Jorg!  I think the 20th InZane will be HUGE!!

[Gryphon Rider]

Awesome!!!

I so much hope I can be there again.
It was one of the best times in my life - the camaraderie, the tire kicking on the parking lot, the great rides, the tent-event...

Hope you can make it Jorg!  I think the 20th anniversary InZane will be HUGE!!

Excellent, I'll try to be there in 2021, wherever it is!  As for the 20th annual, 19th anniversary InZane in Asheville, it's too early to tell.   

[Dave Ritsema]

Awesome!!!

I so much hope I can be there again.
It was one of the best times in my life - the camaraderie, the tire kicking on the parking lot, the great rides, the tent-event...

Hope you can make it Jorg!  I think the 20th anniversary InZane will be HUGE!!

Excellent, I'll try to be there in 2021, wherever it is!  As for the 20th annual, 19th anniversary InZane in Asheville, it's too early to tell.   

 

[f6gal]

Awesome!!!

I so much hope I can be there again.
It was one of the best times in my life - the camaraderie, the tire kicking on the parking lot, the great rides, the tent-event...

Hope you can make it Jorg!  I think the 20th anniversary InZane will be HUGE!!

Excellent, I'll try to be there in 2021, wherever it is!  As for the 20th annual, 19th anniversary InZane in Asheville, it's too early to tell.   

Ok, ok... There's one in every crowd.  I fixed it.

[f6gal]

Awesome!!!

I so much hope I can be there again.
It was one of the best times in my life - the camaraderie, the tire kicking on the parking lot, the great rides, the tent-event...

Hope you can make it Jorg!  I think the 20th anniversary InZane will be HUGE!!

Excellent, I'll try to be there in 2021, wherever it is!  As for the 20th annual, 19th anniversary InZane in Asheville, it's too early to tell.   

 

Hey, whatchoo laughin' at Willis?