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RIDGESTOCK 2006.

A few of this weekend's ROC @ the ROCK attendees talked about another meet. We thought Marysville ( Columbus, Ohio )would be good and maybe we can get a Honda tour arranged.

We have a few members who live in the neighborhood there so at least we have a little "foot in the door" action.

I chatted with TMac and he said why not make it our International meet for next year like our cousins the EOC did this year. I say.....

"LETS DO IT!!"

:D :D :D Great idea!!!

YES! Lots of time to plan vacation for that time. Where is Marysville, though?


But, but, can this be the first annual International Ridgestock??? Seeing as some of us Canadians may come. ;)

YES! Lots of time to plan vacation for that time. Where is Marysville, though?

Ohio. :D

But, but, can this be the first annual International Ridgestock??? Seeing as some of us Canadians may come. ;)

Your wish is my command cousin!!

WOOHOO! Thank you, m'lady!

Now doesn't that sound much grander, too?

WOOHOO! Thank you, m'lady!

Now doesn't that sound much grander, too?
You betcha!!!!
Help me keep it at the top Hez!!

YES! Lots of time to plan vacation for that time. Where is Marysville, though?


But, but, can this be the first annual International Ridgestock??? Seeing as some of us Canadians may come. ;)

A little off to the NW of Columbus, OH:)

This sounds great. The last time I was in Marysville was for one of their annual Honda Goldwing motorcycle meets. Got a really nice plant tour. including the smelter in Anna. :)

Only 480 miles for me, let's go for it. Anyone want to consider an earlier meet closer to home? Smokies after Thanksgiving and after New Years is not bad as far as rates. Anyone interested?

Don't you think we should have the first international meet in Canada and try to get a tour of the Ridgeline birth place? A few dozen Ridgelines coming home to see where they came would be cool. But I think that may be harder to arrange than what is being attempted here. Hopefully either way i will be able to drag myself away from the office long enough to attend this one. I missed the first big meet :(.

Only 480 miles for me, let's go for it. Anyone want to consider an earlier meet closer to home? Smokies after Thanksgiving and after New Years is not bad as far as rates. Anyone interested?
I'm interested!!!! :)

Don't you think we should have the first international meet in Canada and try to get a tour of the Ridgeline birth place? A few dozen Ridgelines coming home to see where they came would be cool. But I think that may be harder to arrange than what is being attempted here. Hopefully either way i will be able to drag myself away from the office long enough to attend this one. I missed the first big meet :(.
With the price of passports these days...I don't know if we can get too many people to go. It's $80 + to get a passport. :(
If you don't drag yourself, let us know and we can help drag you!! :D

I'm interested!!!! :)
Lets go for it! Probably in January would be great, all the crowds are gone, lodging is reasonable, and most likely snow. Keep in mind that the Smokies are within 8 hours of most of the Eastern US.

Lets go for it! Probably in January would be great, all the crowds are gone, lodging is reasonable, and most likely snow. Keep in mind that the Smokies are within 8 hours of most of the Eastern US.
Todd and I have been planning a trip to the Smokies since we got Ridgena. Set it up, we'll be there. If you need some help, let me know.

Don't you think we should have the first international meet in Canada and try to get a tour of the Ridgeline birth place? A few dozen Ridgelines coming home to see where they came would be cool. But I think that may be harder to arrange than what is being attempted here. Hopefully either way i will be able to drag myself away from the office long enough to attend this one. I missed the first big meet :(.

I'm with you cap! Saturn did this with a great deal of corporate support. Do you think Honda would work with us on this?

With the price of passports these days...I don't know if we can get too many people to go. It's $80 + to get a passport. :(
If you don't drag yourself, let us know and we can help drag you!! :D
Wow! Do I feel stupid. You need a passport to get into Canada, now? I used to go fishing up there several times a year, when I lived in Minnesota, and I've never had a passport.

Maybe Ridgestock should be held in one of those Dakota states... given the lack of ownership there, the group would probably attract a lot of attention....

Wow! Do I feel stupid. You need a passport to get into Canada, now? I used to go fishing up there several times a year, when I lived in Minnesota, and I've never had a passport.

We needed passports not to get into Canada last year, but to get out -- the U.S. required either passports or picture I.D. and birth certificate to reenter -- we didn't like the idea of dragging our birth certificates around with us on vacation, so opted for the passports.

About 2400 miles for me. Ouch! I'd love to but I hate to burn a week of vacation just driving.

I believe passports were supposed to be required around end of year but they pulled off on it because Canada and others opposed it because it would have been too large a burden with such short notice. The new plan is that by end of 2006 if you are flying to Canada or from Canada you will need a passport. If you are driving to Canada or from Canada, you will need a passport after 2007. This is still open for public comment. So right now you can go to Canada without a passport and will be able to until the end of 2007 if you drive and end of 2006 if you fly.

I got a passport this year because I took a cruise and it was easier to have a passport than to cart around all the other things.

Not wanting to offend anyone, I propose we change this to the INTERGALACTIC RIDGESTOCK. And this has gotten way bigger than I figured! I would love to do the Canada thing (love the Saturn reference) and Honda Homecoming is the week & weekend that Honda and Marysville sponsors for the Honda motorcycles. In talking with the folks at ROC @ the Rock, we decided that Marysville, OH would be a good place to go for a meet - no intent to offend anyone - figured people would be more likely to come to Central OH than make the long trip to Canada, but who knows? 10 trucks or 100, I'm still game for a local, state, national, international, or intergalactic ROC meet.

(btw: Marysville is home to Honda, Scotts MiracleGrow, and Nestle R&D - a nice little place to raise a family - check out the Union County, OH Web Site (http://www.unioncounty.org/).)

-ridgeln

We vote for a meeting in the Smoky Mountains....

Just trying to figure out the distance. How far in time is the drive from Columbus to Buffalo or Syracuse?

Alternately, how long would it take to go from Bangor, Maine to Columbus?

figured people would be more likely to come to Central OH than make the long trip to Canada,


7 one way, half of 14 the other...

OK, we're down to 2,450 miles. Is there an award for the farthest distance traveled?

OK, we're down to 2,450 miles. Is there an award for the farthest distance traveled?
Yup....a big hug!! I love hugs!!

I'd like to do the Smokies. Been thinking I'd like to go there one weekend anyway.

I'd like to do the Smokies. Been thinking I'd like to go there one weekend anyway.
Nothing says we can't do them all. I'm game for the Smokies in January. I'll be ready for a break by then. Cabin fever!!:eek:

I would love to do the Marysville thing! I was so bummed I couldn't go to Cleveland. I'm here in Columbus, but I drove out of town (to Pittsburgh of all places) this past weekend and couldn't attend.

Let's see if we can pull this off!

I really don't have much of a problem with where it is, it just has to be interesting on its own since I need to entertain my wife as well. We haven't driven to Canada for a long time and the one time we did it was just to drive through it not to visit, although we did spend time at Niagara Falls on the way back. Going to Canada I can get a family visit, a little time in the woods and a visit to another country all done in one quick trip. So this is all selfish ;). So while the Rock Hall of Fame was a neat place, how about Cooperstown and go to another Hall of Fame ;)? Or perhaps lets meet on the edge of the Grand Canyon, or as someone mentioned a trip to the mountains. I am sure we would all like to get into a Honda plant but as T Mac said, this isn't going to be easy to arrange. A meet where we can drag our families around and they are entertained while we are all gathering around in our trucks. Maybe a group boating trip or camping trip in our Ridgelines.

That all being said, this is only year one for the ROC, so there are plenty of trips and meets to come, so maybe after the next one I will help arrange one to some wooded region of the country where we can all camp out and sing songs about our truck :D

About 5 hrs to Buffalo from Columbus.

We are looking into other things that can be done during the time people would be here. One of our members also has connections to Honda.

-ridgeln

About 5 hrs to Buffalo from Columbus.

We are looking into other things that can be done during the time people would be here. One of our members also has connections to Honda.

-ridgeln
Hey Tin Man...please get with Jaiden and then the two of you get with TMac...he wants to chat with you asap. :)

10.5 hours from Manchester to Cleveland....how much more to Marysville?:eek:

OK, we're down to 2,450 miles. Is there an award for the farthest distance traveled?

Hey, I did get the huggy price for the longest distance traveled (but so did everyone:rolleyes: )

I have to apologize for making a statement that didn't pan out. I know that the sponsor who offered things to folks had the best of intentions. I haven't heard from him and I am getting worried. I hope you will all forgive me.

I have to apologize for making a statement that didn't pan out. I know that the sponsor who offered things to folks had the best of intentions. I haven't heard from him and I am getting worried. I hope you will all forgive me.
I hope you did'nt take my joshing to mean anything!! Certainly sure no apologies needed for someone else's screw up!! JC, you and your family did a tremendous favor to all of us!!! I for one did not miss out on anything. I'm sure I speak for everyone else that was there. Right gang??:D

I really don't have much of a problem with where it is, it just has to be interesting on its own since I need to entertain my wife as well. We haven't driven to Canada for a long time and the one time we did it was just to drive through it not to visit, although we did spend time at Niagara Falls on the way back. Going to Canada I can get a family visit, a little time in the woods and a visit to another country all done in one quick trip. So this is all selfish ;). So while the Rock Hall of Fame was a neat place, how about Cooperstown and go to another Hall of Fame ;)? Or perhaps lets meet on the edge of the Grand Canyon, or as someone mentioned a trip to the mountains. I am sure we would all like to get into a Honda plant but as T Mac said, this isn't going to be easy to arrange. A meet where we can drag our families around and they are entertained while we are all gathering around in our trucks. Maybe a group boating trip or camping trip in our Ridgelines.

That all being said, this is only year one for the ROC, so there are plenty of trips and meets to come, so maybe after the next one I will help arrange one to some wooded region of the country where we can all camp out and sing songs about our truck :D

Hey, there is a GREAT Hall of Fame in Canada... I'd be for that. It'd be much easier to talk my hubby into that one anyways, LOL :D

RIDGESTOCK 2006.

A few of this weekend's ROC @ the ROCK attendees talked about another meet. We thought Marysville ( Columbus, Ohio )would be good and maybe we can get a Honda tour arranged.

We have a few members who live in the neighborhood there so at least we have a little "foot in the door" action.

Now, how can I possible say no to Marysville????:D

Now, how can I possible say no to Marysville????:D
Well..you said no to Cleveland. :(

Wow.... given the number of fast responses, I'd say we are going to have a successful gathering somewhere:)

Notwithstanding the usual "calendar issues" that we all have, I'd be up for the Smokies or Ohio..... either would be fun.

The Smokies are close...... just remember that January and February can be icey.... no way to predict! I'm still game.

:D

Yup....a big hug!! I love hugs!!

Ladyridge, you sure know how to tempt a guy to travel across country! :D

Ladyridge, you sure know how to tempt a guy to travel across country! :D
Like I told another ROC head who couldn't decide whether to make the trip to Cleveland or not...
"You only live once". :)
He came. :D

aye, aye, Nonni!

-tin man

On a slightly different note. How about an ROC get together at next years SEMA show? We could enter the hall as a group and intimidate everyone! :rolleyes:

O.K. Ladyridge, let's see if I did my math right.

July in Ohio :( (+) Old fat guy (-) 24/7 air conditioning (=) Dead old fat guy :eek:

O.K. Ladyridge, let's see if I did my math right.

July in Ohio :( (+) Old fat guy (-) 24/7 air conditioning (=) Dead old fat guy :eek:
We'll make arrangements for anyone for anything. We can have a pool ready, an ice truck on hand, you name it!! :D

Like I told another ROC head who couldn't decide whether to make the trip to Cleveland or not...
"You only live once". :)
He came. :D

That would be me, you did get me with that. Thanks.:)

That would be me, you did get me with that. Thanks.:)
Tex....you're the greatest!!

I tell you what - the Hugs that LadyRidge gives are the second best in the world!! (I say this as my lovely wife reads this on occasion... :D)

They are worth the trip. Ok, so my trip was only 2 hrs, but I think I saw her give Tex a hug 5 times as great as mine - so just think if you come from the west coast what THAT hug would be like!

Tex - we are all glad you "lived once" with us!

AmazonRidge - LOL! We could have our own meet in Marysville - guaranteed to have at least 2 trucks!

-ridgeln

They are worth the trip. Ok, so my trip was only 2 hrs, but I think I saw her give Tex a hug 5 times as great as mine - so just think if you come from the west coast what THAT hug would be like!

But could I survive a hug like that? :D

After the wonderful time that we had with everyone this past weekend, thanks to LadyRidge, you can count me in wherever it is!:)

I tell you what - the Hugs that LadyRidge gives are the second best in the world!! (I say this as my lovely wife reads this on occasion... :D)

They are worth the trip. Ok, so my trip was only 2 hrs, but I think I saw her give Tex a hug 5 times as great as mine - so just think if you come from the west coast what THAT hug would be like!

Tex - we are all glad you "lived once" with us!

AmazonRidge - LOL! We could have our own meet in Marysville - guaranteed to have at least 2 trucks!

-ridgeln

I swear to the Almighty, Ridgln is not joshing!! It truly was worth the trip; JC's HUG was a very nice, meaningful, warm and welcoming hug anyone could ever experience!! I too am glad to have "lived once" amongst the best folks in the world!! :)

May I suggest

Geographical Center of North America
Rugby, North Dakota, USA

http://rugbynorthdakota.com/Tourism/GCenter.aspx
:)

May I suggest

Geographical Center of North America
Rugby, North Dakota, USA

http://rugbynorthdakota.com/Tourism/GCenter.aspx
:)
You know the first time I read that, and even the second time, I read it as the Geological Center of North America instead of the Geographical. North Dakota would be interesting although after watching Category 7, I am afraid I couldn't go near Mt Rushmore ;).

Webwader - if you didn't survive, you would at least pass this life with a HUGE smile on your face!!!!

-ridgeln

Like this? :D :D :D :D

I will be there! Green MUST be represented! (do we get another t-shirt?)

fins

Count me in. However could someone tell my wife this is a perfect anniversary trip... She's a princess since she got her Pilot.....:D

Bonerep: This is a perfect anniversary trip!

there - I did it. Come on down!!!!

Fins - absolutely - "RidgeStock" will, however REQUIRE tie-dyed shirts (I'm wondering how to come up w/ silver in the tie dye... the rest of the colors are EASY :) ) Can you imagine the look of the Honda folks in their white coveralls when we show up in tie dye (There's an idea - get white coveralls for everyone, tie dye them, THEN go for a Honda plant tour!)

-ridgeln

The Smokies are close...... just remember that January and February can be icey....
That's all the more reason to go there! Gotta try out the 4WD! :D

That's all the more reason to go there! Gotta try out the 4WD! :D

I'm game!:D

I'm interested!:D

I'm interested!:D
You're already on the the list my friend!! :D

Per MapQuest
Total Est. Time: 9 hours, 13 minutes Total Est. Distance: 529.74 miles

Piece of cake!!
Count me in.... Hmmm looks like a few friends and family on the way there could add a few hours and miles... and how much further to Virginia.. and maybe Florida??

:)

O.k. then, so what's the plan? A get together of as many Ridges & there owners/ familys to meet in Marysville ,Ohio? As the owner of 4 Honda motorcycles and my Ridge, I've always wanted to tour the Honda plant. I can only hope this is a summer-ish get together. Sounds like a tire kick'n good time!

Hi Steve -

yes, the plan is to get together in late July (Honda has not announced when Homecoming is going to happen yet) - at this point, there are a huge number of trucks interested in coming.

I've talked with our local dealership (Honda Marysville) and they are onboard for helping sponsor this.

Details, details, details.

Honest - as soon as I've got info, it will be posted (and it will be a sticky with all the info)

-ridgeln

What is the latest? Have not heard anything about our July meet in a couple of months. Has a hotel been found for us? :confused:

I would like to come with everyone if its ok. I know im a bit young (22) and do not have my ridgeline but do have an accord and am a honda fan. I live in Ky and would not mind making the drive to see the honda plant. I know someone that works there also.

Holding off on the ridgeline for now to stockpile money away for my new house. Maybe only if I can hold off and not keep looking at the Ridgeline so much.

Holding off on the ridgeline for now to stockpile money away for my new house. Maybe only if I can hold off and not keep looking at the Ridgeline so much.
You know, the Ridgeline is plenty big enough to live in...;)

This trip does sound tempting... Love to hear an update myself, as a newbie :)

Sounds like fun and interesting. We might be able to make it part of our annual run back to Sandusky. If it would be possible to attend some of the activities (plant tour, R&D Q&A, etc) and not cut into the water time, that would be great. Think I would get chased off with a Yamaha scooter in the back and a Waverunner behind?

I'm in! It sounds like a great idea!