These are Grim's picks from the Boise Roadster Show. Perhaps Grim prefers vehicles from the 50s. Gundy's 1941 Dodge resto-mod should be done and on display next year. Unusually, Grim saw no one he knew at the show. Highly unusual.
Saturday, March 9, 2024
OGRES MC 2024 March Meeting Report
It was a splendid early spring evening to backdrop the OGRES MC meeting and menagerie. Gundy showed up in his bitchin' 41 Dodge and we all were able to check it out. Very cool.
Members present: Rowdy, G-Man, Grim, Duke, Smooth, Bomber, RipCity and Gundy. Member absent: Slick.
The meeting was preceded by G-Man attempting to give away a great boat but no one was able to take advantage of the "free" boat.
We then discussed the upcoming season of OMC Runs. All were encouraged to make all reservations. In a month, Grim will call Joseph and release all rooms not taken. The Runs will transpire as outlined on the website and OMC member manuals.
We then had a short training on the basics of handgun proper grip, front sight usage and trigger control. We especially talked about trigger reset and how to take advantage of it. We also discussed the pros and cons of red dot sights on pistols.
Some members were about to pass out due to hunger so we quickly adjourned next door to the OGRES approved eating establishment. We had a great server, Meghan, and we quickly had our food delivered before the demise of any OMC member. Ice cream was had by many members to round out the evening.
Thanks to G-Man for the use of the barn and to RipCity for his photos and entertainment.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
OGRES MC March 2024 Meeting This Coming Thursday March 7th
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
OGRES MC 2024 Spouses Valentines Night Out Report
As planned the OMC Valentine's Day with the Spouses began at the Fairview Clubhouse at the appointed hour.
OMC members present: Bomber, RipCity, Grim, Rowdy, G-Man and Smooth. All members were in the company of their S.S.O.s.
OMC members absent: Slick, Duke and Gundy.
RipCity had brought wonderful hors d'oeuvres and beverages for the pre-dinner social and all seemed to have a nice time in the Clubhouse.
Everyone eventually headed over to the restaurant to have dinner in the lovely train car that has become a huge OMC tradition. We were lucky to have a lovely server who has been with the restaurant as long as can be remembered.
The food was timely and tasty along with the conversation. It was a nice quiet time but also amusing and lively.
A very nice time was had by all.
Thursday, February 1, 2024
OGRES MC Valentines Day Spouses Night Out February 16th
The next OGRES Motorcycle Club event is February 16th at 5:30 p.m. There is a social hour, at the Fairview Clubhouse, at 5:30 p.m. with dinner following. G-Man has reserved the railroad car at the Sockeye Grill for the dinner.
Please respond immediately if you are attending. Conversely, respond immediately if you are not going to attend. That way we know everyone was notified of the event.
This event is only open to OMC members and their spouses. No guests or children, grand or otherwise.
Separate checks, of course.
Please do not delay.
Friday, December 29, 2023
OGRES Motorcycle Club 2024 New Years Day Breakfast at 9 a.m.
The annual OGRES Motorcycle Club New Years Day breakfast will be held January 1, 2024 at 9 a.m.
The event will be held at Terri's Cafe. The address is at 2843 East Fairview Avenue in Meridian. It is located on the south side of the road between Eagle Road and Locust Grove Road.
This event is for OGRES members only. No guests.
See all y'all there.
Monday, December 25, 2023
Monday, December 4, 2023
OGRES MC November 2023 Meeting Report
Gundy, Smooth, Grim, RipCity, Bomber, G-Man, Duke and Rowdy |
The OGRES Motorcycle Club met at the appointed date, time and location. Members present: Rowdy, Duke, G-Man, Bomber, RipCity, Grim, Smooth and Gundy. Members absent: Krome and Slick.
We had a short business segment to kick off the OMC meeting.
Grim handed out the new inserts, for the OMC Handbook, with the new schedule of Events, Runs and Meetings. For 2024 there will be at least one OMC activity per month.
We also discussed making all three (3) sanctioned Runs into three (3) days instead of two (2) days for the Spring and Fall Runs. Gundy and Grim will get together very soon to review the rides that Gundy had brought with him to the meeting. In the meantime we will stick to the schedule as handed out and printed on the website.
The 2024 schedule of Events, Runs and Meetings is live on the OMC website.
We adjourned to the Sockeye Grill for dinner and had a nice time telling lies, stories and talking trash about the missing OMC members.
Grim apologizes for the long interval of time between the meeting and this report.
See you at the New Year's Day breakfast.
Saturday, October 28, 2023
OGRES Motorcycle Club Mandatory Meeting This Thursday, November 2nd
Quite interestingly, the three above images were among the ones that "came up" when Grim googled "motorcycle club meetings". Holy cow.
Anyhow, the mandatory November 2023 OGRES Motorcycle Club meeting is this coming Thursday, November 2nd at 6:30 p.m. It will be held at the Fairview Clubhouse. The weather looks like it will be nice enough to ride.
This will be a pivotal meeting as changes to the OMC Sanctioned runs are on the agenda along with several more important topics.
Be there or be square...or rectangular...or triangular.
Monday, September 18, 2023
OGRES MC 2023 Fall Barbecue President's Report
OMC members and their spouses met at Bomber's home for this annual event. OMC members present: Duke, Rowdy, Bomber, Smooth, Grim, G-Man and Gundy. Members absent: Slick, RipCity and Krome.
Everyone was ready to eat, upon arrival, and all the food looked and smelled wonderful. However, 13 people waited and stood around as the OMC member who was bringing the baked potato condiments was his customary 30 minutes late. (Reminder to Grim or RipCity to have that OMC member bring dessert next year. Dessert can be late.)
We had Rowdy's world famous barbecue ribs, baked potatoes, grilled chicken breast, grilled asparagus and zucchini, green salad and fruit salad. Dessert was two large cakes as two OMC members unknowingly brought the same dessert. (Reminder to Grim or RipCity for next year.)
Everyone filled their plates and began to enjoy this great potluck meal. All the food was great and the ribs were tender and flavorful. Conversation was mixed with plain enjoyment of the company of the attendees.
It was a relatively quiet and peaceful gathering compared to events in the past but in a very good way. We also were able to check out Bomber's latest creations including the application of the light bulb he scored in Joseph during the Fall Run. Mrs. B had a gift bag for every couple and her decorations were festive fall ones.
Special thanks to Bomber and Mrs. B for hosting the affair. Also a big shout out to everyone who brought all the delicious and tasty food.
Gundy won the prize for the best motorcycle apparel. This image really sticks to you.
Th...th...that's all, folks.
Words and photos by Grim.
Monday, September 4, 2023
OGRES MC 2023 Fall Barbecue This Friday at 6:30 p.m.
The OGRES MC 2023 Fall Barbecue will be held this Friday, September 8th, at 6:30 p.m. It will be held at Bomber's home and the OMC members spouses are strongly encouraged to attend.
This is a potluck dining affair and the following assignments have been made:
Rowdy's World Famous Barbecue Ribs: Rowdy
Grilled Chicken, Zucchini and Asparagus: Bomber
Baked Potatoes: Gundy
Baked Potato Condiments: G-Man
Green Salad and Fruit Salad: Grim
Dessert assignments have not been made. Please let Grim know if you can bring dessert.
If anyone would would like to bring a dish other than the above, feel free to have at it.
Other than the members listed above, let Grim know as soon as possible your attendance status so the appropriate amount of food can be prepared.
See you there!
Sunday, August 27, 2023
OGRES Motorcycle Club 2023 "Joseph" Fall Run Report
As soon as all riders were present, a short safety briefing was held. Topics included:
We made a rest stop in Vale where we grabbed snacks, breakfast sandwiches and water. It turned out, the place we stopped was busier than anticipated but we escaped unscathed.