Thanks and Kudos to the Omaha Chapter for having such a great
organization.  I joined right after the Fremont Swap Meet at the
suggestion (insistence?) of Dave Fischer.  While I don't own anything
as cool as the rest of y'all, I sure do enjoy the older bikes.  The
oldest model I have currently is a 1969 FLH.  But, as I learn more
about the older bikes, I  hope to expand the number of scooters I
own.

Keep up the good work!

Thanks and Kudos to the Omaha Chapter for having such a great
organization. I joined right after the Fremont Swap Meet at the
suggestion (insistence?) of Dave Fischer. While I don't own anything
as cool as the rest of y'all, I sure do enjoy the older bikes. The
oldest model I have currently is a 1969 FLH. But, as I learn more
about the older bikes, I hope to expand the number of scooters I
own.

Keep up the good work!

Thanks for the welcome Mark and Glide.  I have two Shovels - a '69
that currently has custom paint on it, but all else is original.  My b-
i-l is a custom painter and wanted a project.  We did a tribute to
Vietnam vets that came out pretty nice.  I still have the original
sheetmetal for it so once he's doing showing it off, it will go back
to more original condition.  I also own a bobber using a '76 motor and
tranny.

I've met a few of the members - Randy, Zort and Gary and hope to meet
more of you this year.

Mark the Shark,

My son Mark Croft has a ridgid frame transmission main shaft,  drive
gear and the collar that it needs.   All 3 are like new.   The main
shaft does not have a crack where the large woodruff key goes that so
may have.   I've been out of town so sorry I did not get back to you.
His name and numbers are:
Mark Croft
1-402-738-9593   Lots of the time he is out side or on the basement
working in his shop so just keep trying as he is off on Sunday and
Monday morning.   During the week he drives a semi at night and he
will answer his cell at 1-402-681-0898

Ron Croft

On Any Sunday Ride

   The motorcycle movie, On Any Sunday, by Steve McQueen, was a great
film about the enjoyment of riding motorcycles, and spending time
with your friends.  That's what you can do Sunday June 14, 2007.  The
Meet time is 12:00PM, and will finish early in the afternoon.

   We'll meet at Lake Manawa in Council Bluffs, IA at 12:00PM.  There
is parking for trailers, and restroom facilities. Then, continue on
to Glenwood, IA where we'll take a break at the city park which has
plenty of room for parking, and restroom facilities. Next stop is
Treynor, IA at the Rose Restaurant and Tavern. The ride will end
where we started at Lake Manawa.  This is a short ride and will not
involve all of your Sunday. Bring a friend and enjoy the ride.

   Here are the directions to our meeting place at Lake Manawa in
Council Bluffs, IA (there are many was to Lake Manawa, but I will
list just one way so I don't confuse everyone). Traveling on I-80
through Council Bluff, IA, turn off at the Lake Manawa exit and drive
South to Highway 275/92. Turn right and drive to South 11Th Street.
Turn left (South) and drive to the stop sign. You will be looking at
the lake; stay on South 11Th Street (left road along the lake). Drive
until you see the bikes on your left.  There is parking for trailers,
and restroom facilities.

This Ride is Captained by Mark Croft. Thanks Mark for your efforts
and I hope to see you then.

On Any Sunday Ride

The motorcycle movie, On Any Sunday, by Steve McQueen, was a great
film about the enjoyment of riding motorcycles, and spending time
with your friends. That's what you can do Sunday June 14, 2007. The
Meet time is 12:00PM, and will finish early in the afternoon.

We'll meet at Lake Manawa in Council Bluffs, IA at 12:00PM. There
is parking for trailers, and restroom facilities. Then, continue on
to Glenwood, IA where we'll take a break at the city park which has
plenty of room for parking, and restroom facilities. Next stop is
Treynor, IA at the Rose Restaurant and Tavern. The ride will end
where we started at Lake Manawa. This is a short ride and will not
involve all of your Sunday. Bring a friend and enjoy the ride.

Here are the directions to our meeting place at Lake Manawa in
Council Bluffs, IA (there are many was to Lake Manawa, but I will
list just one way so I don't confuse everyone). Traveling on I-80
through Council Bluff, IA, turn off at the Lake Manawa exit and drive
South to Highway 275/92. Turn right and drive to South 11Th Street.
Turn left (South) and drive to the stop sign. You will be looking at
the lake; stay on South 11Th Street (left road along the lake). Drive
until you see the bikes on your left. There is parking for trailers,
and restroom facilities.

This Ride is Captained by Mark Croft. Thanks Mark for your efforts
and I hope to see you then.

Shark, Talked to Mark Croft, its June 10th for the Sunday afternooner
from Lake Manawa. Anyone interested in this ride just follow the
directions from the original post. And don't forget the Chapter Ride
on June 2nd out of Onawa.
Glide

Rusty,

I assume the Saturday ride from your home to Arlington for lunch is
still on.

Please give directions from hiwy 36 and 72nd street to your house.
Again!   Exactly when do you plan to leave your house.   One post I
have says your leaving at 10:59 and the news letter said 12:00 noon.
Which is it?

Ron Croft

Information for the Omaha Chapter's  Black Hills RR on September 4,5,
& 6th is in the summer issure of the AMCA magazine that arrived at my
house yesterday.   It's on the upper left corner of page 63.  I  would
suggest that those who plan to stay at the Host motel,  the Best
Western, get their reservations early to receive the chapters
discount.   The rental per night is 63.00 and covers up to 4 people in
a room.  Other motels in Hill City may be cheaper,  however,  I have
not checked prices in those motels.   I listed 4 motels in the add but
if you look on the web page for Hill City SD you will find even more
motels.

The Best Western has ample parking for vehicles and trailers
attached.  There is a restaurant at the Best Western.  For those who
have never visited the Black Hills of South Dakota,  Hill City is
centrally located in the hills area.

Ron Croft
roncroft@...

Shark, Anyone interested in making the ride to Onawa this Monday can
meet at Henry's Diner in Crescent, Iowa. We will be leaving there at
9:00AM, so if you want breakfast get there early. We plan to scout
the area from Pisgah north to Onawa that morning and the area north
and east after lunch in Onawa. Is anyone familiar with the town of
Climbing Hill? The weather forcast looks good and I'm looking forward
to doing some riding.
Glide.

  In omahachapteramca@yahoogroups.com, Mark LaFleur
<landsharkindian@...> wrote:
>
> A few of us will be meeting in Onawa, Iowa at High Noon on Monday,
May 21, 2007.
>
>   We are looking for a few good men and women to help us pre-ride
the route for the Omaha Chapter's Loess Hills Road Ride scheduled for
June 2, 2007.
>
>   We will be meeting "somewhere obvious" in Onawa.  "Somewhere
Obvious" has not yet been determined, but we will be hard to miss.....
>
>   If you are familiar with the Hills in that area and are willing
and able to take the afternoon to determine the Ride route with us,
meet us in Onawa at Noon on May 21st.
>
>   Mark the Shark
>
>
> ---------------------------------
> Luggage? GPS? Comic books?
> Check out fitting  gifts for grads at Yahoo! Search.
>

Shark, Anyone interested in making the ride to Onawa this Monday can
meet at Henry's Diner in Crescent, Iowa. We will be leaving there at
9:00AM, so if you want breakfast get there early. We plan to scout
the area from Pisgah north to Onawa that morning and the area north
and east after lunch in Onawa. Is anyone familiar with the town of
Climbing Hill? The weather forcast looks good and I'm looking forward
to doing some riding.
Glide.

In omahachapteramca@yahoogroups.com, Mark LaFleur
<landsharkindian@...> wrote:
>
> A few of us will be meeting in Onawa, Iowa at High Noon on Monday,
May 21, 2007.
>
> We are looking for a few good men and women to help us pre-ride
the route for the Omaha Chapter's Loess Hills Road Ride scheduled for
June 2, 2007.
>
> We will be meeting "somewhere obvious" in Onawa. "Somewhere
Obvious" has not yet been determined, but we will be hard to miss.....
>
> If you are familiar with the Hills in that area and are willing
and able to take the afternoon to determine the Ride route with us,
meet us in Onawa at Noon on May 21st.
>
> Mark the Shark
>
>
> ---------------------------------
> Luggage? GPS? Comic books?
> Check out fitting gifts for grads at Yahoo! Search.
>

Shark, Anyone interested in making the ride to Onawa this Monday can
meet at Henry's Diner in Crescent, Iowa. We will be leaving there at
9:00AM, so if you want breakfast get there early. We plan to scout
the area from Pisgah north to Onawa that morning and the area north
and east after lunch in Onawa. Is anyone familiar with the town of
Climbing Hill? The weather forcast looks good and I'm looking forward
to doing some riding.
Glide.

In omahachapteramca@yahoogroups.com, Mark LaFleur
<landsharkindian@...> wrote:
>
> A few of us will be meeting in Onawa, Iowa at High Noon on Monday,
May 21, 2007.
>
> We are looking for a few good men and women to help us pre-ride
the route for the Omaha Chapter's Loess Hills Road Ride scheduled for
June 2, 2007.
>
> We will be meeting "somewhere obvious" in Onawa. "Somewhere
Obvious" has not yet been determined, but we will be hard to miss.....
>
> If you are familiar with the Hills in that area and are willing
and able to take the afternoon to determine the Ride route with us,
meet us in Onawa at Noon on May 21st.
>
> Mark the Shark
>
>
> ---------------------------------
> Luggage? GPS? Comic books?
> Check out fitting gifts for grads at Yahoo! Search.
>

G:
Sorry to be slow responding.  Yes I did make yesterday's great ride!
Fun, and ice cream, for all.
Regarding the roads in the Loess hills, the only knowledge I have is
that the blacktop running between Woodbine and Pisgah was toast about a
week ago.  Culvert washed out pretty close to Pisgah.
I'll see if I can hear more on the subject before Monday.
DJU
--- In omahachapteramca@yahoogroups.com, "glidepath1" <glidepath1@...>
wrote:
>
> Thanks David, sorry you will not be coming along for the ride Monday.
I have heard that there were several roads washed out from the large
rain a few weeks ago. We thought we should attempt to confirm their
condition. Will you be making it for today's ride?
> Glide
>

DJU, You have to remember with the ice cream its not need but want!
Good job leading the way yesterday. I got to ride a few new roads
thanks to you.

I heard there are 8 diferent locations in Harrison County washed out
by that storm, not sure about north of there but we will know
tomorrow.
Glide - AKA Mr. Blank

--- In omahachapteramca@yahoogroups.com, "davidjayuden"
<davidjayuden@...> wrote:
>
>
>
> G:
> Sorry to be slow responding.  Yes I did make yesterday's great
ride!
> Fun, and ice cream, for all.
> Regarding the roads in the Loess hills, the only knowledge I have
is
> that the blacktop running between Woodbine and Pisgah was toast
about a
> week ago.  Culvert washed out pretty close to Pisgah.
> I'll see if I can hear more on the subject before Monday.
> DJU
> --- In omahachapteramca@yahoogroups.com, "glidepath1" <glidepath1@>
> wrote:
> >
> > Thanks David, sorry you will not be coming along for the ride
Monday.
> I have heard that there were several roads washed out from the
large
> rain a few weeks ago. We thought we should attempt to confirm their
> condition. Will you be making it for today's ride?
> > Glide
> >
>

Just a note to let you all know our friend and ridin bud,Howard Wagner
is laid up for a while. He had surgery yesterday on his left foot for
a torn ligament.(That's the clutch side for you directionally
challenged members) He has a cast and is home resting, which  has got
to be pretty darn hard for Howard. If you would like to send him a
card with some words of encouragement, his address is 1110 N. 60th
Omaha,NE 68132.

Zort

Due to a questionable, ok crummy, weather forecast, and since I've got a new toy, tonight looks like a dual sport night.  Leaving my house soon after 5:30 and probably just riding the gravel, dirt and mud roads around Fort Calhoun, maybe up to Blair for dinner.  While we'll probably wait out any torrential downpours to leave, it seems like we usually come home in them.  Part of the adventure.

All you Continental Divide types are welcome to join up.

DJU

677-2323

Mark:
So sorry to provide insufficient data without explanation.  I cross-
posted that message to the yahoo group nebraskamotorcycleriders, upon
which is Frank Tabor, who, along with his band of merry cohorts, are
preparing to ride up toward the Canadian border and follow the
continental divide southwards through the US.  They are arming
themselves with Kaw. KLR650s and the like, and I thought that last
night's ride would be a nice warm-up for them.
Or not.
DJU

--- In omahachapteramca@yahoogroups.com, Mark LaFleur
<landsharkindian@...> wrote:
>
> David,
>   Would you care to define "Continental Divide Types"?  I am always
looking to expand my vast horizons of motorcycle terminology and am
not familiar with this term.
>   Thanks!
>   Mark the Shark
>   P.S. Hope to see a BUNCH of you so-called "riders" in Onawa
Saturday!
>   ML
>
>
> DAVID UDEN <davidjayuden@...> wrote:
>             Due to a questionable, ok crummy, weather forecast, and
since I've got a new toy, tonight looks like a dual sport night.
Leaving my house soon after 5:30 and probably just riding the gravel,
dirt and mud roads around Fort Calhoun, maybe up to Blair for
dinner.  While we'll probably wait out any torrential downpours to
leave, it seems like we usually come home in them.  Part of the
adventure.
>   All you Continental Divide types are welcome to join up.
>   DJU
>   677-2323
>
>
>
>
>
>
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