InZane XVIII

[f6gal]

The deal is done, the contract is signed.

The dates will be June 10 (early bird) - June 15, 2018.

Any last guesses before I post the location?  

FYI, it will be in a state that has not hosted an InZane in the past.

UPDATE:  Roanoke, Virginia is the place!

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Hawaii 

[f6gal]

Hawaii 

You're only about 4600 miles off (as the crow fiies).  Apparently you weren't paying attention to previous hints. 

[The emperor has no clothes]

Blacksburg, VA ?

[f6gal]

Blacksburg, VA ?

Warmer than Britman.  Hahaha.  Actually, very warm.

[jim@98valkyrie.com]

Blacksburg, VA ?

Warmer than Britman.  Hahaha.  Actually, very warm.

So, is Virginia correct?

[f6gal]

Blacksburg, VA ?

Warmer than Britman.  Hahaha.  Actually, very warm.

So, is Virginia correct?

Yes

[The emperor has no clothes]

Blacksburg, VA ?

Warmer than Britman.  Hahaha.  Actually, very warm.

With that then, which major airport would be nearest ? I don't think I can talk Brenda into over 5,000 miles. Also, how far away would a side trip to DC be ? (I guess this will pretty much be giving it away)

[f6gal]

Blacksburg, VA ?

Warmer than Britman.  Hahaha.  Actually, very warm.

With that then, which major airport would be nearest ? I don't think I can talk Brenda into over 5,000 miles. Also, how far away would a side trip to DC be ? (I guess this will pretty much be giving it away)

I flew from Phoenix to the local airport, with a connecting flight in Charlotte.

A trip to DC would take about 4 hours (plus or minus, based on the route taken)... that's one way.

Planning to get together with Trump?   

[motomama]

Can I guess?    hehehehe

[f6gal]

Can I guess?    hehehehe

That would not be a guess.   

[The emperor has no clothes]

Blacksburg, VA ?

Warmer than Britman.  Hahaha.  Actually, very warm.

With that then, which major airport would be nearest ? I don't think I can talk Brenda into over 5,000 miles. Also, how far away would a side trip to DC be ? (I guess this will pretty much be giving it away)

I flew from Phoenix to the local airport, with a connecting flight in Charlotte.

A trip to DC would take about 4 hours (plus or minus, based on the route taken)... that's one way.

Planning to get together with Trump?   

you are a funny girl  but maybe, I hadn't thought of it. Think he'd have me to his golf course ? (Thanks, I can start planning now) 

[Oss]

Roanoke area near Virginia Tech?

[MarkT]

Howzabout the town?  A brother lives in Waynesboro.  Sister in Cheverly MD. Might combine for family visits.

[msb]

Is it a "burg" or a "ville"....if so, which one? Or perhaps a city in a line from a well-played OCMS selection on my guitar playlist "...walkin' down south, out of ROANOKE..." ?

[f6gal]

Roanoke area near Virginia Tech?

That must be two guesses. 
VA Tech is in Blacksburg... already eliminated.
As for Roanoke.... ding, ding, ding!!

[f6gal]

Is it a "burg" or a "ville"....if so, which one? Or perhaps a city in a line from a well-played OCMS selection on my guitar playlist "...walkin' down south, out of ROANOKE..." ?

Neither a burg nor a ville.   Roanoke, however.... ding, ding, ding.

[jim@98valkyrie.com]

Just rode Roanoke  in July after I picked up the project bike from Rams on my way back to Philly. Nice roads....
Rode the BRP. Got lots more to explore.
Thanks for giving up the info....finally.... 

[f6gal]

Howzabout the town?  A brother lives in Waynesboro.  Sister in Cheverly MD. Might combine for family visits.

Less than 100 miles from your brother; just over 250 from your sister.

[f6gal]

With that then, which major airport would be nearest ? I don't think I can talk Brenda into over 5,000 miles.

Actually, only 4366 miles. 

[Oss]

Wonder what I won?

Besides the pleasure of being with you of course

[f6gal]

Wonder what I won?

Besides the pleasure of being with you of course

That's not prize enough?  Hahaha!  

But, at least we saved you some money on travel... easy day ride from Ossining!

[vanavyman]

It is a nice area. Our local GWRRA State Rally has been in Roanoke/Salem VA for last 20 years. We've been going for 8 years. Should be a great time.
Dan

[msb]

2800 miles one way...that's if my old girl will allow me to take her on a fairly  direct route that includes a good 2 - 3 days with nary a hill or decent curve. She wasn't sure what to do in '16 when our route was of a similar variety, and decided to greatly increase her appetite for fuel trying to get herself and yours truly through the monotony 
Just out of curiosity, what was the other candidate, or do you prefer to avoid any possible second-guessing/complaining (not that that would ever happen here, right?) from the masses?

Thank you for the early notice, allowing those of us in one of the "Valkyrie Hinterlands" plenty of time to research and plan

[f6gal]

2800 miles one way...that's if my old girl will allow me to take her on a fairly  direct route that includes a good 2 - 3 days with nary a hill or decent curve. She wasn't sure what to do in '16 when our route was of a similar variety, and decided to greatly increase her appetite for fuel trying to get herself and yours truly through the monotony  
Just out of curiosity, what was the other candidate, or do you prefer to avoid any possible second-guessing/complaining (not that that would ever happen here, right?) from the masses?

Thank you for the early notice, allowing those of us in one of the "Valkyrie Hinterlands" plenty of time to research and plan

The other area we were considering was Northwest, SC/Northeast, GA.  We couldn't find a big enough hotel.

[The emperor has no clothes]

With that then, which major airport would be nearest ? I don't think I can talk Brenda into over 5,000 miles.

Actually, only 4366 miles. 

Well yes, but we will likely put on a few riding the area and visiting Trump. 

[f6gal]

2800 miles one way...

Going back to Grand Forks is only 2583. 

[Serk]

1,089 miles from home each way...  If I take the shortest route.

(This is NOT a slam or negative comment in any way, please don't take it that way!!!)

I've been through this part of the country several times, so I'm about 50/50 as to if I'll go next year... Probably closer to 51/49 though... I'm gonna try to make it just for the camaraderie if nothing else, and look forward to it if I can make it happen.

(Already playing with routes, that 1,089 only goes to 1,177 if I detour down to Deal's Gap on the way... And 1,221 if I go through Deal's Gap and then up through Smoky Mountains National Park )

[The emperor has no clothes]

1,089 miles from home each way...  If I take the shortest route.

(This is NOT a slam or negative comment in any way, please don't take it that way!!!)

I've been through this part of the country several times, so I'm about 50/50 as to if I'll go next year... Probably closer to 51/49 though... I'm gonna try to make it just for the camaraderie if nothing else, and look forward to it if I can make it happen.

(Already playing with routes, that 1,089 only goes to 1,177 if I detour down to Deal's Gap on the way... And 1,221 if I go through Deal's Gap and then up through Smoky Mountains National Park )

I've not been to this part of the country. Trying to figure a good combo of Interstate 40 and back country roads is going to be my challenge. Hope you make it. 

[Willow]

1,089 miles from home each way...  If I take the shortest route.
...

Serk, you're usually pretty sharp, but you do realize you can't go from home each way?   

I do hope you make it or at least send your girls.   

[Serk]

1,089 miles from home each way...  If I take the shortest route.
...

Serk, you're usually pretty sharp, but you do realize you can't go from home each way?   

I do hope you make it or at least send your girls.   

Whenever I stay in the same hotel more then 2 nights in a row, I consider that hotel to be my home at that point, so yeah, following that logic, one can go from home each way... 

I'll need to research skydiving drop zones in the area, that'll be the best carrot on a stick to entice the spousal unit to approve the expedition...

[msb]

2800 miles one way...

Going back to Grand Forks is only 2583. 

Yep, but will have to burn home to pick up the Mrs first as there's no way she's missing the ride there....  and Heaven's forbid if the bike and I have to do more than a couple days on Interstates. The destination is fine, and the event itself is great.... but really, it's the ride to and from through places you've never seen is what it's all about... eh?  

[John Schmidt]

Roanoke, that's great, only 722 miles and I can do that in a day and a half if I can work out the logistics of someone to stay with my honey. Also have a great sis-in-law in Roanoke that I've not seen in a few years, by then she'll be 96 I believe, still lives alone. Just told my wife of the location, she said to start the planning now so if it works out I won't be stuck the last minute getting something fixed or replaced. Really looking forward to the possibility of making the trip, seeing all my old friends, making some new ones(I hope). Dang....that's a long way off. 

[jim@98valkyrie.com]

Really looking forward to the possibility of making the trip, seeing all my old friends, making some new ones(I hope). Dang....that's a long way off. 

John, it would be my privilege to meet you and share some great times!!

[Farside]

  Well I'm thrilled to say I 'll be making that trip to Roanoke!   I enjoyed my first InZane last year in Morgantown but couldn't make this years   so I'm really ready for next years. Great spot and appreciate all your efforts.  

[The emperor has no clothes]

Really looking forward to the possibility of making the trip, seeing all my old friends, making some new ones(I hope). Dang....that's a long way off. 

John, it would be my privilege to meet you and share some great times!!

+1   I think you'd have about 300 or so that would enjoy it.  

[97BLKVALK]

Thanks for setting dates.  I have the time scheduled off!

And already planning route.

Michael

[big d]

Roanoke Virginia, looks like a 2 and a half days ride for me and the wife

[Strider]

When Hard6 and I rode to Maine to eat a big craw dad, we spent a week before we got out of Virginia - so much to see - history everywhere.  Original Colonies,  Revolutions, Civil Wars, great riding, got it all.......

Great choice!!!!!! 

[f6gal]

Roanoke Virginia, looks like a 2 and a half days ride for me and the wife

Are you sure you mapped that right?  It's only 558 miles from you.