A great day at the ROC @ the ROCK!! [Archive] - Honda Ridgeline Owners Club Forums

BannedUser

11-03-2005, 06:15 AM

Ok...dolls and guys.....this is my last new thread on this subject. I titled it thusly for newbies. :D

Those of you who are coming..and those who want to help us but can't..please keep this thread active!! Thanks.

If you are coming and haven't yet settled up for T-shirts and or RHOF tickets, you can do so at my PAY PAL account at cdcgraphics@cdcgraphics.com. Today would be greatly appreciated. :D
Admission to the RHOF is $14.75 and T-shirts are $12.00.
Disregard if the "check is in the mail".
Anyone wanting a commemorative T-shirt for the meet can purchase one at www.cdcgraphics.com and go to Our Favorite Website page.

Here's the scoop!!

I have to buy tickets no later than Noon today to get the group rate. We need 20 for the group rate price which we have. Just checking to see if we have any last minute newbies or members who have been sitting on the fence trying to decide whether or not to come.

Here are the details.

Final Itinerary For The Roc@ The Rock

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2005

WELCOME TO CLEVELAND THOSE WHO ARE ARRIVING TODAY.
GET A GOOD NIGHTS REST.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2005

11:00 A.M.: MEET FOR BRUNCH AT QUAKER STEAK AND LUBE ABOUT 2 MILES FROM THE COURTYARD AND DAMON'S IN INDEPENDENCE IN VALLEY VIEW. http://www.lubewings.com/calendar/ne...ate=10/10/2005 5935 Canal Road Valley View, OH 216-986-WING (9464)

This is the link to the Marriott http://travel.yahoo.com/p-hotel-3329...=reserva tion

12:30ISH: DRIVE IN A CONVOY FROM QUAKER STEAK TO THE ROCK HALL. ABOUT 15 MINUTES FROM VALLEY VIEW.

1:00 P.M.: ARRIVE AT THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME. ENJOY THE DAY WITH NEW FRIENDS AND OLD MEMORIES.

5:30 P.M.: ROCK HALL CLOSES. MEET OUT FRONT, PARK OUR RIDGELINES IN FRONT OF THE ROCK HALL FOR A GROUP PHOTO.

6:00 P.M.: DINNER AT DAMON'S. FUN AND TRIVIA AND A GREAT TIME.http://www.damons.com/location2.cfm?...%3D67%26y%3D20
Damon's Grill, 4181 Rockside Road, Independence , OH 44131

AFTER DINNER:OPEN TO SUGGESTIONS.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2005:

10:00 A.M. MEET FOR BREAKFAST AT THE NEWLY BUILT BOB EVANS IN INDEPENDENCE AND DRIVE SOUTH 15 MINUTES TO THE METRO PARKS FOR A CONVOY RIDE OF RIDGELINES, MORE PICTURES AND GOODBYE'S TO ALLOW THOSE WITH A LONG DRIVE HOME A HEAD START.
Bob Evans Farms Restaurant,5980 Rockside Rd, Cleveland, OH 44131

PLEASE CONTACT ME IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, REQUESTS OR CONCERNS.

PLEASE CALL ME SO WE CAN GO OVER YOUR INFORMATION FOR NAME TAGS, T-SHIRT SIZES AND COLORS, ETC.
I AM MAKING A MEMORY BOOK FOR ALL WHO ATTEND AND I WILL NEED SOME INFORMATION FOR IT.
WE ALSO HAVE www.hardtopguy.com AS A SPONSOR WHO HAS OFFERED SOME GIVE-AWAYS FOR THOSE ATTENDING.

OFFICE: 440.838.4232
HOME: 440.838.4051
EMAIL: JCCAMPBELL@CDCGRAPHICS.COM

Tex's Ridge

11-03-2005, 06:21 AM

Anyone interested in getting together Friday night (the 4th) for dinner or a couple of drinks? My wife and I should be at the Courtyard between 4 and 5. Suggestions/Interested?

Tex's Ridge

11-03-2005, 06:25 AM

What's a good way to spend the hours before Brunch on Saturday morning? Breakfast? Sightseing?:D

BannedUser

11-03-2005, 06:39 AM

Anyone interested in getting together Friday night (the 4th) for dinner or a couple of drinks? My wife and I should be at the Courtyard between 4 and 5. Suggestions/Interested?
Hi Tex...If I get everything done in time, Todd and I might be up for that. I'll get back to you!! ANYONE ELSE??

BannedUser

11-03-2005, 07:39 AM

Btttp :) ***********

BannedUser

11-03-2005, 12:33 PM

Btttp :) :d

fins2theright

11-03-2005, 02:01 PM

To all those who are reading these posts, but do not yet own a Ridgeline..........you will NEVER find a nicer group of Ridgelines & owners in one place than this group of people attending the ROC the RHOF! :D

This is the perfect oppurtunity to look at the truck we have all come to love, without the high pressure of a sales person.

We all love our trucks, and would love to show them off! I am sure many of us have dealer recomendations and buying tips as well, not to mention, in person, face to face conversations about Ridgeline ownership from those who own them. You will get to see most of the available accessories, colors choices, and how people have personalized thier rigs. Perfect for the soon to be buyer!

Had I not just bought mine, I would STILL have come, just to see the trucks, and talk to everybody about thier trucks.

So no matter where you're from, take a ride this weekend to Cleveland, and see some beautifull scenery along the way as UltraHog said. This is the time!

Fins
:cool:

jaiden

11-03-2005, 04:52 PM

Anyone interested in getting together Friday night (the 4th) for dinner or a couple of drinks? My wife and I should be at the Courtyard between 4 and 5. Suggestions/Interested?

My wife & I and Ridgeln & his family will be up there around 7:30p. Dinner's always good. I was thinking possibly heading into town to go to the Hard Rock Cafe. Just a thought. See everyone soon!

jaiden

11-03-2005, 04:54 PM

5:30 P.M.: ROCK HALL CLOSES. MEET OUT FRONT, PARK OUR RIDGELINES IN FRONT OF THE ROCK HALL FOR A GROUP PHOTO.

Just a thought, with the time change, it's going to be getting dark. perhaps we should plan on the group photo when we arrive at the Rock??

Gretchen

11-03-2005, 07:58 PM

What's a good way to spend the hours before Brunch on Saturday morning? Breakfast? Sightseing?:D

Not sure when it leaves, but you can take the http://www.lollytrolley.com/city.htm tour on Friday evening (if I read the schedule right!). The Great Lakes Science Center (next to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame) is a lot of fun for kids at heart!

See you there!

lowrider90

11-03-2005, 08:11 PM

Btttp :) ***********

Man, could you post a dictionary for all the obtw's out there?

Some of us attorneys out there don't have a secretary at home to decifer.

bonerep

11-03-2005, 09:09 PM

BTW you guys PLEASE have an adult beverage for me at the meet.....:D :D

Truckin'

11-03-2005, 09:12 PM

Man, could you post a dictionary for all the obtw's out there?

Some of us attorneys out there don't have a secretary at home to decifer.

I don't know what obtw stands for, but I'm guessing you want to know about btttp.

Bump to the top, please. Just a way to keep the thread visible.

BannedUser

11-03-2005, 09:15 PM

BTW you guys PLEASE have an adult beverage for me at the meet.....:D :D
You got it!!!

Hey all you ROCers coming to Cleveland!!
Drive safe and have my number handy if you need me.
440.838.4232 is the business line but I will forward it to my cell when I am away from the office!!
This is going to be one fun weekend.
I went to the RHOF today to get the tickets and they have the TOMMY exhibit right now. WOW..was it ever cool.
Can't wait to get a big group ROC hug!!!

OBTW...( just for you my attorney friend ;) ) check out www.cleveland.com for cool stuff to do in Cleveland when not hangin' with us!!

See you soon.

J.C. :)
LadyRidge

Tex's Ridge

11-03-2005, 09:37 PM

My wife & I and Ridgeln & his family will be up there around 7:30p. Dinner's always good. I was thinking possibly heading into town to go to the Hard Rock Cafe. Just a thought. See everyone soon!
I PM'd Ridgeln with my cell phone #860-205-7998. Give me a call tomorrow sometime and the address of the hardrock. Are you staying at the Courtyard? If so. buzz my room too and maybe we can hook up with you guys:) My registration will be under Edward Tex Brown.

BannedUser

11-03-2005, 09:43 PM

I PM'd Ridgeln with my cell phone #860-205-7998. Give me a call tomorrow sometime and the address of the hardrock. Are you staying at the Courtyard? If so. buzz my room too and maybe we can hook up with you guys:) My registration will be under Edward Tex Brown.
IS THIS EXCITING OR WHAT!!??
Thanks so much for helping us make this happen TMac!!
Without you and your brilliant idea to start the best Ridgeline Club on the net, we would not have an opportunity to make new friends and get together like we will be doing this weekend. I only wish it was possible for ALL of us to meet!! Maybe some day. Can you just picture 1,600 Ridgelines in the same parking lot?? Takes my breath away!!

I am sure I speak for most if not all the members when I say...
Life without the ROC would never be the same!!
Keep up the GREAT work!!
Love ya baby!!!

( YOU THINK I'M EXCITED NOW?? WAIT TIL MONDAY ) ;)
:):eek:

fins2theright

11-03-2005, 11:48 PM

Just a thought, with the time change, it's going to be getting dark. perhaps we should plan on the group photo when we arrive at the Rock??

I second that. I was thinking the same thing.

BannedUser

11-04-2005, 06:09 AM

I second that. I was thinking the same thing.
Todd and I sized up the situation yesterday and there is a perfect place for the group photo...but the problem is the museum will be open and people will be in the area. I suppose I could make a couple of signs stating "ROCK HALL CLOSED DUE TO HONDA DIGNITARIES MEETING" and post them until we finish our photo session!! :D
Which reminds me!!
I reserved the Quaker Steak and Damon's under Honda Dignitaries and their families!! ;) So on the outside chance someone gets there before me....you'll know what to say!!
Call my business line if ANYONE has questions or concerns.
I feel like a little kid today!!:p
I wish you all could be here!!:(

SixOpRidge

11-04-2005, 06:42 AM

Sounds like it's gonna be a great meet and I wish I were going. :( I hope everyone has a safe trip a good time. Maybe Ladyridge can produce a cutout of us on poster board and place us in various group photos? (my wife will kill me if she finds out I posted this pic--she hates it! :eek: ) I can't wait too see lots of photos after all is said and done!!

BannedUser

11-04-2005, 07:08 AM

GREAT PICTURE!!! I LOVE IT.
But then again I bet you knew I would. :D :)
Lets get together via email after the weekend and do something (group photos)together. I can't help but think it will be really cool with your talents involved.
Thanks SOR!!

denvrfan

11-04-2005, 11:28 AM

Have a wonderful time, everybody! Sorry I can't be there but it's a little too far away and I can't afford any extra time out of the office. Hopefully your weather is similar to the incredible fall we're experiencing in Virginia. I know copious amounts of pics will be posted. Look forward to seeing all of the great looking Ridgelines (and their owners). Be safe and enjoy the weekend!!

swampler

11-04-2005, 02:23 PM

Hope everyone going has a great time. Since I can't be there to grace you with the presence of my black RL, here's a couple of shots of her all nice and clean. Spent about 4 hours this morning washing, waxing, blackening the tires, and cleaning the windows, mirrors, and lights.

TheRidgester

11-04-2005, 02:33 PM

I hope that everyone has a great time! ... Please post pictures :)

swampler

11-04-2005, 02:35 PM

I hope that everyone has a great time! ... Please post pictures :)
I wonder if JC, with all her graphics ability, could add my RL to the rest of them on the pics? ;) :D

Tex's Ridge

11-04-2005, 05:22 PM

BannedUser

11-04-2005, 05:30 PM

Ok, I Think I'm The First One To Post From The Official Sight Of The Roc On The Rock!!! I'm Posting From My Room At The Courtyard In Independece, Oh. The ride from CT took 10.5 hours, 563 miles. The trip was trouble free, and the sights of the fields of turning leaves was beautifull all the way. Hey shovlhd, i decided to use the microsoft 2006 Streets and Trips. That is an excellent software, better than the DeLorme after all.
Hi Tex and Sonia...welcome to Cleveland. :)
I am glad your trip went well. Let's hope the rest of the weekend cooperates like it did today!!
I am about 10 minutes south of you.
See you in the morning!!

Tex's Ridge

11-04-2005, 05:34 PM

Hi Tex and Sonia...welcome to Cleveland. :)
I am glad your trip went well. Let's hope the rest of the weekend cooperates like it did today!!
I am about 10 minutes south of you.
See you in the morning!!

We're getting together with Ridgln and Jaedin for dinner sometime after 7:30 tonite, possibly at the Longhorn Steakhouse (is what i'm suggesting, what do you think? good place?) CARE TO JOIN US?

BannedUser

11-04-2005, 05:37 PM

We're getting together with Ridgln and Jaedin for dinner sometime after 7:30 tonite, possibly at the Longhorn Steakhouse (is what i'm suggesting, what do you think? good place?) CARE TO JOIN US?
I would love to....but I have to respectfully decline. However, let me know where you are going and maybe I'll show up for a quick hello. I have orders I have to complete before the weekend for Monday. Call my cell!!

Kellcut

11-04-2005, 05:40 PM

I hope all you ROCheads have a great time!

I can't wait to see all the great pictures and what each of you look like!

HAVE FUN!!!!

Kellie

Ultra-HOG

11-04-2005, 05:41 PM

We are pullin' out right now. See ya in the mornin' Lady!:) :)
Oh, and everyone else , too!

BannedUser

11-04-2005, 05:43 PM

Well wonder no longer Kellie!! Cuz here I is!!! :D

Tex's Ridge

11-04-2005, 05:48 PM

I would love to....but I have to respectfully decline. However, let me know where you are going and maybe I'll show up for a quick hello. I have orders I have to complete before the weekend for Monday. Call my cell!!
Will do, PM me with your Cell Ph #, I don't have it.

Webwader

11-04-2005, 07:13 PM

From the looks of your picture, ladyridge, it appears that you may have a hard time reaching the pedals. :D

Truckin'

11-04-2005, 07:34 PM

It sounds like such a blast. I know you will have great stories to tell all of us who cannot make it. Have a fun and safe get together, everyone!

LilLadyRidge07

11-04-2005, 07:48 PM

Hey there everybody! My name is Lauren and I'm LadyRidge's boyfriends daughter (hope you were able to follow all that). I'm 16 and I joined the ROC a few weeks ago, but never got the chance to post. I figured I might as well make at least one post before going to the Rock Hall. lol Better late than never right? And this way JC won't forget about me again. ;) lol Just kidding JC! I love you! :D

Anyway, VERY EXCITED to go to the Rock Hall tomorrow and get to meet everybody. :) It's going to be a lot of fun. I can't wait!

Well then I'd better get going. I'll see some of you tomorrow! :)

~ Lauren

BannedUser

11-04-2005, 07:55 PM

Welcome to the ROC family Lil One!!
I am sure you will have many things to share with this group of fine people from across the Nation and Canada. We will have a blast and I can't wait for you to meet my friends. Heck I can't wait to meet my friends.
Thanks for posting, I love you too. NOW..
GO TO BED!!!!!:D

JOZ RIDG

11-04-2005, 08:08 PM

Well wonder no longer Kellie!! Cuz here I is!!! :D

What was it that DoctorJ said? "16 year old kids should not be allowed to drive" ;)

You look pretty young there! I may go to that National Motor Vehicle License Bureau site again and check your drivers license. :D

Wishing you and all who attend the Cleveland meet a safe trip there and back. Have a great time.

Joe

Webwader

11-04-2005, 08:20 PM

Welcome LilLadyridge. We already know what you look since ladyridge posted a CURRENT picture of you. Why don't you do the same for her? :D

BannedUser

11-04-2005, 09:17 PM

Search back in the archives of this forum. I'm in there somewhere. :D
Good Night. Big day tomorrow.:)
Thanks for all your support friends!!

Kellcut

11-04-2005, 09:28 PM

Well wonder no longer Kellie!! Cuz here I is!!! :D

Looks like an Easter picture :)

Cute, JC, cute !

jaiden

11-04-2005, 09:49 PM

jaiden

11-04-2005, 09:49 PM

BannedUser

11-04-2005, 10:06 PM

Welcome LilLadyRidge07. I think we met at NOPI. Good to hear from you.

Update on the meet:

Several of us are here at the Courtyard. Frank (Ridgeln), his wife Eileen, boys Conner & Ben; Tex & his wife Sonja; and my wife Misty and I had a nice dinner at Applebee's. We returned to the hotel to find a Ridge from Illinois in the lot. See everyone tomorrow!
That Ridgeline with the Illinois plates is Lorraine. She is attending the meet. If you see her, introduce yourself. It should be a SILVER Ridge if I'm not mistaken. :D
Glad you guys had a good time. More to come tomorrow.
NO MIDNIGHT SWIMS. ;)

Tex's Ridge

11-04-2005, 10:10 PM

Here are the first celebrants of the ROC meet in the ROCK. Tex and Sonia (tex's ridge), Jeremiah and Misty (JAEDIN), Frank and Eileen with two sons, Coner and Benjamin (Ridgeln). Having a great dinner at Applebees in Independence, OH. Thanks to our host tonight, Ridgeln.

jaiden

11-04-2005, 10:30 PM

Aww man. Tex beat me to it. :( I couldn't find my cable to hook up the camera and download the group shot we took. Oh well.

Truckin'

11-04-2005, 10:34 PM

Take time to keep posting the updates. It makes me feel as though I'm part of it even though I'm hundreds of miles away.

ridgeln

11-05-2005, 06:26 AM

all of you who couldn't make it are in for a treat - we all have our cameras and are taking lots of photos. As for midnight swims, "What happens in Independence, stays in Independence..."

:)

Dinner was great last night - I think all 3 wives had that "deer in the headlights" look at least once while Tex, Jaiden and I all exchanged interests, likes, dislikes, and of course, talked about our trucks. Conor and Benjamin had a great time w/ their Oreo shakes (if you haven't had one at Applebees, you haven't lived).

Tex is testimony to the ease of ride of the Ridgeline - he & his lovely wife, Sonia, made the 10 1/2 hr trip in one day and were looking great! No complaints about the ride and lots of compliments about the comfort. Anyone thinking of getting this truck only needs to talk w/ Tex to find out how great it is on long trips.

More later.

-ridgeln

jaiden

11-05-2005, 07:08 AM

BannedUser

11-05-2005, 07:10 AM

Sounds like a great time. Sure wish I was there to join you. Unfortunately, duty calls even during play time for people who decide to be their own boss!! :eek: I'm a prisoner of myself!! lol

Anyway....good morning ROC family and a special good morning to our Cleveland ROC-ERS!!

Welcome to Cleveland.

All bad things about Cleveland you ever heard are about to go away.
I hope you enjoy your stay and look forward to seeing you in about 3 hours.
To the rest of the ROC family....know that you will all be in our hearts along with the laughter and fun we will share today. We ( ROC @ the ROCK Chapter) are a small part of the family representatives of a great Community of people.
I'll have plenty of pictures to download tonight as you requested Truckin'. No matter what time I get home this evening, I'll post so keep your boards open.
Have a great day..I know we will!!

LadyRidge a.k.a. J.C. :)

BannedUser

11-05-2005, 07:14 AM

Well, I went to get something out of the Ridge this morning to find another black one parked next to me. Our numbers are increasing!! If I had to guess I'd say it's Ultra-Hog. So if U-H or Lorraine see this message, we're meeting in the lobby at 10:45a to caravan to the Lube. See you soon!!
YUP It's UH and Mrs. UH. :)
He is tall, dark and very distinguished looking. She is tall Blond and very lovely. You'll know their smiles I am sure.
I tried to talk Todd into letting us stay at the hotel too but he said, "Honey...we're 10 minutes away". LOL
See you soon.

shovelhd

11-05-2005, 04:56 PM

Todd!!!!!!!! Get With The Program!!!!!!!!!

Webwader

11-05-2005, 06:18 PM

Let's get those pictures on line! I hope everyone is having a great time.

Truckin'

11-05-2005, 06:27 PM

Yes, I'm anxiously awaiting an update today also. It must mean they are having too much fun and not at a wifi hotspot. Maybe later tonight. . .

BannedUser

11-05-2005, 08:23 PM

Hi ROCHEADS!!
What a great day!!
Well..it's been a long day. I'm tired.
Good Night!!

shovelhd

11-05-2005, 08:25 PM

Oh come on, you can do better than that!!!

captmiddy

11-05-2005, 08:25 PM

PICTURES! I DEMAND PICTURES!

I must live vicariously through those who got to go. Hopefully I will make next year, but there has to be good pictures to make me jealous so I will make sure not to miss the next big meet.

Of course I will understand, at least till tomorrow morning, if you all are having too much fun to post any pictures for us, but after that I will have to go pout in the corner ;).

shovelhd

11-05-2005, 08:26 PM

Middy, next time just make the NE regional. It was a good time.

BannedUser

11-05-2005, 08:29 PM

Just kidding. ;)

BannedUser

11-05-2005, 08:32 PM

I'll let you guys guess who's who!!

BannedUser

11-05-2005, 08:33 PM

And a few more!!

BannedUser

11-05-2005, 08:36 PM

And some more!!

BannedUser

11-05-2005, 08:39 PM

Ok..seen enough??

Lady's Buck

11-05-2005, 08:41 PM

Nice Picts Ladyridge. But How did you get Frank to stand sideways like that?;)

Lady's Buck

11-05-2005, 08:45 PM

Good Job. That's better.:)

shovelhd

11-05-2005, 09:00 PM

Who made up the buttons? Do I really need to ask??? :)

jaiden

11-05-2005, 09:18 PM

I must say we've having a great time! JC did a great job setting this up. Many thanks! Unfortuantely, a few of our ROCers had to head home, but those of us still here are looking forward to breakfast. See you then..

Tex's Ridge

11-05-2005, 09:18 PM

More Picx; OK, edited with more info. top to bottom; 1st;Jeremiah (Jaeden) and wife Misty. 2nd; ten Ridgelines parked in front of the RRHF. 3rd same shot another angle. 4th Finally Queen of ROC LadyRidge and Todd. 5th Fins2theright and Drew (son of LR, the Kart Champ).

BannedUser

11-05-2005, 09:18 PM

We had 10 show out of 11 confirmed. Not too bad.

Tex's Ridge from Connecticut
Lorraine, a new member, from Illinois
Lingered_I from Maryland
UH from PA
Fins2theright from PA ( oops..thanks Jaiden )
Ridgeln from Ohio
Gretchen from Ohio
Jaiden from Ohio
Nicholas from Ohio
LadyRidge from Ohio

We had a beautiful day with beautiful weather.
I'll post more pictures here. I started on the other thread but decided this meet and these new friends deserve their own thread!!

If you attended the meet, please post your pictures here as well. But don't tell anyone who is who. Let em' guess. ;)

Tex's Ridge

11-05-2005, 09:23 PM

More; Have Fun With It. Any Questions, Post It:) some names added: top to bottom then left to right. 1st; Fire truck from Valley View was dispatched to block any attempt of escape the stolen Ridgelines all lined up. 2nd; Conor and Benjamin (Ridgeln's wonderfull boys), Ridgeln (Frank) wonderful guy. ; Ultra-Hog (Bruce) with the black Harley shirt, JC and Todd.; LilLadyridge (Lauren); Eric sitting on the tailgate (Todd's son). 3rd; Ultra-Hog and Mrs. (Bruce); Eileen (Ridgeln's Mrs) JC; Conor (Frank's son); Ten RL's at the Quaker State and Lube for brunch.; Ten RL's parked behind the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

BannedUser

11-05-2005, 09:33 PM

Tex, Gretchen, Lorraine, Rob and Ultra-Hog, I hope you trip home was a pleasant one.
The day would not have been complete without all who attended. Til the next time we MEET!!!!

T Mac

11-05-2005, 09:37 PM

Glad it was a good time. Thanks to everyone for being a part of our club (family)!

Webwader

11-05-2005, 09:46 PM

Looks like a bunch of people that are having a great time. I guess I'm not very good at guessing. The only ones that I have figured out from this and the other pictures are Ladyridge and Todd, and a few others that I could read their ROC names like Ridgeln, Nicholas and Ultra-Hog. How about some helpful hints?
I hope tomorrow if a great day too for the ones staying on.

LilLadyRidge07

11-05-2005, 09:46 PM

Welcome LilLadyridge. We already know what you look since ladyridge posted a CURRENT picture of you. Why don't you do the same for her? :D

Webwader, I promise to try my hardest to get you a good picture of the one and only Lady Ridge. :) But I've gotta tell ya', she's a tricky one! lol

5S Dude

11-05-2005, 09:49 PM

What a great family photo guys! Hope everyone had a great time and a safe drive home. See you all back on the ROC.:p :D :p

Webwader

11-05-2005, 09:50 PM

But I've gotta tell ya', she's a tricky one! lol
I don't think anyone on this forum will dispute that, LOL. But isn't that her standing with your dad in the front row of the group shot? :p In a few other shots too, if I'm not mistaken.

fins2theright

11-05-2005, 10:03 PM

Wow, that was a blast! I can't wait for the next meet to see my family again!

I got home safe mom!

fins

Truckin'

11-06-2005, 01:54 AM

OK, make the rest of us even more jealous. Tell us what you did each day and how many looks you got driving all around in a Ridgeline convoy.

I haven't a clue how to guess who is in the photos. . .

SmokyMtnRidger

11-06-2005, 06:37 AM

Thanks for sharing with us here. It looks like a great time was had by all!

Can you show us a close up pic of the badges and the shirts? I would love to see your handiwork!

Agree with others, I am totally clueless with identifying folks.

Awesome that you put this together JC, and awesome that so many could make the trip!

Thanks again for sharing :-)

Gretchen

11-06-2005, 07:08 AM

What a great day! I don't think I have met a group of nicer people in my life!

I suppose I should explain about the fire truck :o As we were enjoying our lunch, someone (?) in the group had arranged to paint all of our trucks silver. The accomplice was caught red (silver?) handed. Needless to say, words were exchanged and chaos ensued. All available rescue and emergency equipment were brought in to keep everyone under control. :D

The convoy was beautiful! We all had our lights on and there wasn't too much traffic, so we really stood out! I did hear a comment at the Rock Hall, "Look at all those Hondas!"

Thanks so much Ladyridge! I can't wait for the next meet!

BannedUser

11-06-2005, 07:26 AM

Glad it was a good time. Thanks to everyone for being a part of our club (family)!
Thank YOU. if it weren't for you..we would not have been able to meet our extended families.
Thanks Tom.

BannedUser

11-06-2005, 07:27 AM

Gretchen

11-06-2005, 07:28 AM

What a wonderful group of people I got to meet! The weather was perfect and it was a relaxing and fun way to spend the day.

Our son had such a good time with the other kids and he didn't want to leave. We weren't even on the freeway and he was fast asleep!

Our truck was unique, not because it was the only blue one, but because it was the only truck without accessories! Every RL looked incredible! I think everyone was blown away by what Nick had in his trunk! Did anyone get a pic?

The convoy was beautiful! We all had our lights on and there wasn't much traffic. I'll post some pics later!

Thank you Ladyridge!!!

BannedUser

11-06-2005, 07:28 AM

What a great family photo guys! Hope everyone had a great time and a safe drive home. See you all back on the ROC.:p :D :p
We did my California friend. We had a wonderful time.
Many wanted to see our sills up close. They make the finishing touch on the Ridgeline if you ask me.
Thanks for making it so special.

BannedUser

11-06-2005, 07:46 AM

BannedUser

11-06-2005, 08:01 AM

BannedUser

11-06-2005, 08:07 AM

jaiden

11-06-2005, 08:13 AM

We had 10 show out of 11 confirmed. Not too bad.

Tex's Ridge from Connecticut
Lorraine, a new member, from Illinois
Lingered_I from Maryland
UH from PA
Fins2theright from Ohio
Ridgeln from Ohio
Gretchen from Ohio
Jaiden from Ohio
Nicholas from Ohio
LadyRidge from Ohio

LadyRidge, just a small point of correction, isn't Fins is from Pittsburgh? I mean, we'll claim him as an Ohioan, but he's not really here.

No doubt it has been a great time. My wife said "I had a better time than I thought." We did get a few looks as people would pass by us on the freeway and when we would pull in en masse to restraunts & the Rock. It was great. But next time we'll need even more.

jaiden

11-06-2005, 08:22 AM

The convoy was beautiful! We all had our lights on and there wasn't too much traffic, so we really stood out! I did hear a comment at the Rock Hall, "Look at all those Hondas!"

And when we were all seated at Damon's for dinner, our waitress Stephanie asked "did you all come here in a bus?" We quickly explained our purpose and extolled the virtues of our awesome vehicles

bonerep

11-06-2005, 09:12 AM

Did I miss the pic's?

Gretchen

11-06-2005, 09:24 AM

Did I miss the pic's?

Try pages 6 and 7 :)

bonerep

11-06-2005, 09:58 AM

Thanks. It looks like it was fun.... Now maybe we can get an even bigger one in So Cal !!!!

Truckin'

11-06-2005, 12:29 PM

LadyRidge, you spoiled everyone with your shirts and buttons. How darling!

Toobuku

11-06-2005, 12:37 PM

No fair Ladyridge! That was the first thing that came to mind! Who is who? I know your Highness when I see you! ;)

fins2theright

11-06-2005, 04:54 PM

And the shirts.

SOME of us got the SILVER kind like the top one. :D
Others got black and blue like the bottom one.
And ONE of us got an Amazon Green -T-shirt. ( no pictuire) Believe it or not, I found it at Wal-Mart. I can't tell you how thrilled I was to be able to hand Fins a shirt that actually matched his truck. It was a true highlight of my day!!
Glad you got home safe "SON". :D

Then you'll be glad to know I wore it again today!:D It's in the wash now.

I wish I had more time to write, but everybody else has already summed it all up well. We all had fun, and I for one am very VERY glad I went. Thanks again J.C. and family for putting this together. Ya done good!

Fins

Kellcut

11-06-2005, 04:58 PM

It sounds and looks like everyone had a GREAT time!

Hopefully this is something that can be done again because my hubby and I would like to be able to make it next time :)

Tex's Ridge

11-06-2005, 07:33 PM

I'm home folks, safe and sound. Thanks again to everyone who came and participated enthusiastically! Especially, I and I'm sure everyone want to thank JC, Todd, Lauren, Eric and Drew; for their invaluable efforts and personal sacrifice for bringing this together. My wife and I had a very happy and personal experience. We both love our RL. Being in a convoy with nine other RL's was a hair raising experience, I had goose bumps everytime. I have to say, that the 10.5 hour drive each way, on the RL, was a breeze. After arriving, continued to party with Ridgeln and family, and Jaeden and Misty. The first time in my life that I have driven that long without feeling tired at all. I want to contribute my own test during this trip. I switched to 89 octane for this trip. I drove aggressively, maintaining an average speed of 77 mph, leaving everyone slugging along, biting my dust! My wife said she has never seen me drive so aggressively. Not one sighting of highway patrol both ways (lucky for me). Going was 20 mpg (still had 3/4 tank of 87 mixed). Going home was 22 mpg. The engine seemed to run smoother and effortless. No more hesitation. Had more umph. and at least gained 3 to 4 mpg more than running with 87. Do the math. I win.

Lingered_I

11-06-2005, 09:31 PM

Thanks everyone, especially J.C. & Todd, for a great time and hospitality. It was a blast. The trip back to Maryland was a blast too - lightening - 100ft visibility in torrential rain. The RL didn't miss a beat. 18mpg over 660 miles "cruising" at 80 - 85 up and down the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Not bad for a leadfoot like myself.

jaiden

11-06-2005, 09:50 PM

It's good to see everyone made it home safely. My wife and I went to the Brown's game after breakfast today. The weather behaved with only a brief bit of rain. We both enjoyed the weekend. Thanks again JC. Here's a few of my pictures. One is the group of us who arrived Friday night while at Applebee's, one is Frank learning a new trick (sorry Frank, I couldn't resist), there's a picture I took while driving around Parma Sat morning (think we all should move there?), then there is the group at the Rock with the Cleveland downtown, and lastly Tex (who decided there was an easier way to line up in the narrow drive we were all trying to park in!) Take care everyone, we'll see you next time.:)

BannedUser

11-07-2005, 07:42 AM

I have posted two short videos of the weekend on my website if anyone cares to see them.
www.cdcgraphics.com

I love that we did this meet.
Now when I read posts from people I met, I see their face, I hear their voice and feel their heart. WOW....it's beautiful thing.

Ultra-HOG

11-07-2005, 08:33 AM

A very special thank you to LadyRidge for all of the time and effort that went into putting this meet together for us all to enjoy. We all had a great trip and a great time. Getting the chance to meet other ROC heads was really wonderful. I am not sure if it is the Ridgeline, this ROC site, or both, that attracts so many great people and provides the catalyst to bring us together. It was simply a great time and a chance to meet and spend time with a great group of people. It doesn't get any better than that. For those that couldn't make it or those that are on the fence about attending a meet in your area, don't miss the opportunity the next time.
Oh ya, Hello Honda - Sales and Marketing - anybody home?? We managed to attract the interest of quite a few people at the restaurants and at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. I spoke with a couple that expressed a lot of interest in the Ridgeline. They had not seen one up close before and after a few minutes were asking a lot of 'buying' type questions. If I was a Honda sales person they would be driving one today. For all I know, I bet that they visited a Honda dealer and maybe they are. They did get a ROC brochure. Maybe next year we could have the support and presence of Honda as we help to promote their product.
Here are a few more pictures.
:) Thanks again JC!:) We couldn't have done it without you! :)

Tex's Ridge

11-07-2005, 10:46 AM

http://www.sportwing.com/catalog/displaycat.pcgi?fm_catid=92

A couple of you asked where I got my wheel well trim. I gave them the wrong answer. The above site is where I did get them from. Sorry.:o

ridgeln

11-07-2005, 11:15 AM

My 2 cents -

this was an amazing time. For anyone who thought about coming, but didn't, make sure you mark down your calendars and go to whatever meet is close to you (close here is a relative thing - remember, Tex drove 10.5 hrs one way to come to this!). The people were/are great! I was blown away by all of the connections and similar interests that people had in the group. Maybe it is a "Honda" thing or a ROC thing - but it still comes down to a bunch of really nice people getting together and having fun.

My boys and my wife all had a good time "hanging with Dad's friends." Everyone treated my RidgeRats with love and respect, and I saw the same for LadyRidge's, Gretchen's and Lorraine's RR's. Thanks to all who came and treated all of the children as equals. I think THAT is what made me so comfortable with the group.

LadyRidge and Todd - you are amazing - and so are your kids. My RR's are STILL talking about them! RR#2 woke up this AM and asked if we would be seeing you today!

Tex and his lovely bride were awesome - even after that long drive to Cleveland, Tex and Sonia were wonderful (I doubt I would have been in as good of mood).

As for the numerous pictures of me - can I claim amnesia?

The pic JAIDEN posted of me w/ the key at my chin - not it isn't some drinking game (I mainly drank water this weekend - honest!) - it was me finding out about the "bone amplification" of the keyfob for locking or unlocking the truck from long distances. So I look silly, but I learned a cool new trick!

As for me being on the ground, and for the pic of my wife on my shoulders, I'll post both pics tonight when I get home from work. I've got a couple more to post as well.

We ended up the weekend riding the Cuyahoga Valley railroad - a 1.75 hr long railroad trip in the Cuyahoga Valley - BEAUTIFUL!!!!! I'll post a couple pics from that as well.

Driving in the convoy from lunch to the R&RHOF Museum was very cool. Seeing the looks from the drivers along side realizing that there were 10(!) Ridgelines going by was priceless!

Thanks again for a wonderful time, all!

-ridgeln

lowrider90

11-07-2005, 11:19 AM

Looks like you all had a great time. Whats up with all the bail talk though?

steveberger

11-07-2005, 11:23 AM

You do meet the nicest people in a Honda!

BannedUser

11-07-2005, 11:30 AM

Looks like you all had a great time. Whats up with all the bail talk though?
DON'T WORRY BUDDY..IF I NEED AN ATTORNEY, YOU'LL BE THE 1ST ONE I CALL.

Actually....I made prior arrangements to have our picture taken in front of the ROCK HALL but someone forgot to mention it to security. When we pulled up in front and started parking our Ridgelines ( some of us driving on the side walk to get into position ) the security guard came running over and tried to stop it. I stepped up and said we had permission and he said who? I told him Steve and he said he didn't know a Steve. Then he turned and called on his radio to the museum to ask if Steve gave us permission. "OH"..I said, "I thought you said you didn't know a Steve?" LOL
End result......
You missed a great time lowrider90. next time, make the trip. See you at RIDGESTOCK 2006

Gretchen

11-07-2005, 03:48 PM

Here are some of the pics we took:

http://home.earthlink.net/~championtv/

bonerep

11-07-2005, 03:55 PM

That sure looked like a lot of fun....

meanmachine19

11-07-2005, 05:31 PM

Great pics, great stories and GREAT job LADYRIDGE!

If the upcoming event is anything like what I've seen, it will be a blast and more will come!

UglyTruckling

11-07-2005, 06:40 PM

I've enjoyed all the pictures and tales of fun -- thanks for sharing, everyone....

jaiden

11-08-2005, 06:57 AM

http://www.sportwing.com/catalog/displaycat.pcgi?fm_catid=92

A couple of you asked where I got my wheel well trim. I gave them the wrong answer. The above site is where I did get them from. Sorry.:o

Thanks for the info Tex. I might have to check into those. For those that didn't know, I picked up a nasty rock chip on the drive up, right on the edge of the front left wheel well. That trim would have been in the exact right spot! Oh well, as much as it pains me to see the Ridge hurt, it's meant to be driven! But Lingered_I came through for me with some touch up paint. He hadn't even opened it yet. I'm sure glad he had it because it rained pretty good the next day and I would've hated to have that spot exposed. Once again I'll say, what a great time!

Tex's Ridge

11-08-2005, 07:25 AM

Thanks for the info Tex. I might have to check into those. For those that didn't know, I picked up a nasty rock chip on the drive up, right on the edge of the front left wheel well. That trim would have been in the exact right spot! Oh well, as much as it pains me to see the Ridge hurt, it's meant to be driven! But Lingered_I came through for me with some touch up paint. He hadn't even opened it yet. I'm sure glad he had it because it rained pretty good the next day and I would've hated to have that spot exposed. Once again I'll say, what a great time!

I installed the model that looks like an "L" 9/16". Clean the edges with alcohol a couple of times and dry before applying the trim. Install, then cut to length with shears or hefty scissors.

BannedUser

11-08-2005, 08:35 PM

Ok Frank...I'm sorry. I put your hair back as it was.
Sorry to embarrass you.

-Dorothy

ridgeln

11-08-2005, 11:49 PM

wow - the scary part is that I did have long hair at one point in my life, but it never looked that good!!! Thanks!!!! :D

-tin man

BannedUser

11-09-2005, 05:59 AM

wow - the scary part is that I did have long hair at one point in my life, but it never looked that good!!! Thanks!!!! :D

-tin man
Who loves ya baby!!! :D

Tex's Ridge

11-09-2005, 06:25 AM

Here are some of the pics we took:

http://home.earthlink.net/~championtv/

Very nicely done album:) Hope your ride home was ok.:) It was surely a pleasure to meet you, Mike and your son.

Tex's Ridge

11-09-2005, 06:28 AM

Ok Frank...I'm sorry. I put your hair back as it was.
Sorry to embarrass you.

-Dorothy
I don't know Frank, can't picture you a redhead!:) Hope you've let that frog out of your throat.:D

NJDevil5

11-09-2005, 07:59 AM

BannedUser

11-09-2005, 08:09 AM

Jaiden:
Nice photos! A drive through Parma and no pictures of white socks, Big Chuck and Little John or the Ghoul? Brings back memories. Wish I could have made it, but we have to trek back over Christmas.
ARE YOU KIDDING ME!! LOL
Did you grow up here??
I know Big Chuck. He's a bit of an arogant cuss but a good guy. LOL (I mean that in a loving way )
Tell me more.
Coming here in December? Look me up!!

Tex's Ridge

11-09-2005, 08:59 AM

Did we or did we not break the Arizona record!! No mention? Hoopla? Front page picture?:rolleyes:

BannedUser

11-09-2005, 09:01 AM

Did we or did we not break the Arizona record!! No mention? Hoopla? Front page picture?:rolleyes:
Actually..I am working with TMac to get us on the front page. It will be done at the same time the RedRock Ridge is chosen.
Stay tuned by fine friend!

Kellcut

11-09-2005, 09:17 AM

Jaiden:
Nice photos! A drive through Parma and no pictures of white socks, Big Chuck and Little John or the Ghoul? Brings back memories. Wish I could have made it, but we have to trek back over Christmas.

You must be from Ohio originally :)

I used to stay up late on Fridays to watch Houlihan and Big Chuck, and Big Chuck and Little John. Loved them.

ridgeln

11-09-2005, 06:10 PM

Actually, my head-hair is brown, but when Eileen first met me it was blonde as I had spent the summer as a lifeguard. My mother has red hair, I have 2 siblings w/ red hair, and my beard comes in red. Grandmother had red hair. So, really, it isn't much of a push to imagine me that way!

-ridgeln

NJDevil5

11-09-2005, 09:16 PM

ARE YOU KIDDING ME!! LOL
Did you grow up here??
I know Big Chuck. He's a bit of an arogant cuss but a good guy. LOL (I mean that in a loving way )
Tell me more.
Coming here in December? Look me up!!

My wife and I were born and raised there. I'm an east sider, while she's a west. They say the two don't mix, but it's sure worked out for us. I miss the days of Big Chuck and Houlahan(?), Ben Crazy and the Mush Mouth Mariono(?). All great fun and lasting memories. I think my wife prefers Brian Sipe over my choices. Don't know the timing yet on the x-mas road trip, but time permitting most certainly will!

BannedUser

11-09-2005, 09:20 PM

My wife and I were born and raised there. I'm an east sider, while she's a west. They say the two don't mix, but it's sure worked out for us. I miss the days of Big Chuck and Houlahan(?), Ben Crazy and the Mush Mouth Mariono(?). All great fun and lasting memories. I think my wife prefers Brian Sipe over my choices. Don't know the timing yet on the x-mas road trip, but time permitting most certainly will!
Boy you sure know how to ROC the memory banks! I still live here and love the days of Big Chuck and Houlihan?. I always think of the infinity board. lol Kellcut is from here too!
Keep us in mind if you find the time.