OGRES Motorcycle Club 2026 New Years Day Breakfast Meeting This Coming Thursday

 

The OGRES Motorcycle Club 2026 New Years Day Breakfast meeting will take place this coming Thursday, January 1st, at 9 a.m. 

OMC members will meet at the Capri Cafe, 1407 W. McMillan Road, in Meridian. 

seasOns GREetingS.

OGRES Motorcycle Club Sanctioned Run Shake-Up for 2026

Palisades Spring Run

There will be a bit of a shake-up for the 3 sanctioned OMC Runs for 2026. The new Palisades Run will be the Spring Run followed by the John Day - Joseph Run for the Summer Run. Finally, the Orofino Run will stay in the fall.

Finished OMC Events calendars and maps will be coming out soon in OMC members email accounts. Grim will also bring hard copies to the January OMC meeting.

Feel free to make all reservations for this great OMC Runs.
 

OGRES Motorcycle Club December 2025 Meeting Report

 

It was a dark and stormy night but faithful members of the OMC met for the December meeting. 

Members present: Bomber, Grim, Gundy, RipCity, Duke, G-Man and Ace. Members absent: Slick, Rowdy and Smooth.

Grim started the meeting by reviewing some options for an OMC Summer Run to eastern Idaho. There was much discussion and suggestions, an activity which rolled into the use of Ace's laptop to create the finished product. The final draft will be disseminated when Grim fleshes out the logistical details, i.e., hotels, restaurants, etc. 

The members present then exchanged Christmas gifts by use of a random draw. The exchange was great fun and there were wonderful goodies exchanged. It was a very nice interlude.

After the flurry of wrapping paper and laughter subsided, OMC members adjourned to Sockeye Grill for a pre-Christmas repast. We had a great meal with great company and much story-telling and maybe some lies. Meghan was again our server and we happily gave her our yearly server gift that was gratefully received. 

Ace insisted on being the designated OMC member to be in the required photo and he received his Christmas wish.

seasOns GREetingS !

OGRES Motorcycle Club December 2025 Meeting this Coming Thursday December 4th

 

The December 2025 OGRES Motorcycle Club meeting will be held this coming Thursday December 4th.

The meeting will commence at the barn on Fairview Avenue at 6 p.m.

Bring a packaged Christmas present to exchange with other OMC members.

Also bring a $20 bill for our annual Sockeye Server Christmas tip.

Please bring any ideas/maps/descriptions you have created for the Summer Run. This is not mandatory but helpful.

Sayonara, Cochise.

OGRES Motorcycle Club November 2025 Meeting Report

The OGRES Motorcycle Club November 2025 meeting was held at the appointed time and place.

Members present: Duke, Ace, Grim, Bomber, RipCity and Gundy. Members absent: G-Man, Slick, Smooth and Rowdy.

The draft for the 2026 OMC Runs and Events was reviewed and discussed. The calendar was decided upon except for the OMC Summer Run. Planning for that event is still in progress. A copy of the DRAFT will be emailed to members.

For the 2026 OMC Summer Run, it was decided that members would devise a 3 day run to the eastern Idaho area, i.e., Victor, Swan Valley, Palisades Reservoir, Jackson areas.

Members are encouraged to make reservations for the OMC Spring and Fall Runs.

The first day would take us east through Fairfield and Arco to Rigby or Idaho Falls.

The second day needs to be created to take us circularly through the aforementioned areas back to Idaho Falls. 

Please bring your ideas for this leg to the December meeting.

The last day would take us back through Arco and Fairfield to Boise.

Ace and Duke supplied the Taco Bell food for the meeting and it was greatly enjoyed.

Bomber brought some maps, created by G-man, that showed some very promising 2 day routes.

Mojo donuts, sent from Mrs. B, were also enjoyed.

That is all. 

OGRES Motorcycle Club November 2025 Meeting on Thursday November 13th

 

The OGRES Motorcycle Club November 2025 meeting will be held on Thursday November 13th at 6 p.m. 

The meeting will be at the Sugarberry clubhouse (Bomber's place). 

The 2026 Events/Runs calendar will be discussed and finalized.

OGRES Motorcycle Club October 2025 Meeting Report

 

The October 2025 OGRES MC meeting was held at the scheduled time and place. All members were present except for Slick.

The meeting started off with the enjoyment of the Flying Pie pizza and beverages. (Note: Next time there needs to be 4 14" pizzas rather than three. Not enough.)

Grim handed out a rough draft of possible Runs, spouse dinners, rides and meetings for 2026. 

Members were asked to review the aforementioned and come to the November 2025 meeting with thoughts, preferences and recommendations. 

Grim also handed out new guidelines for creating new OMC sanctioned Runs (Fall, Summer and Fall). There was much discussion about OMC Runs including possibilities and composition. 

Members were encouraged to ponder and plan possible Runs especially a Run to replace the Hagerman Summer Run. Members were encouraged to bring possible Run recommendations to the November meeting. 

Members were encouraged to look at the time on the road along with the mileage of any given day.

There is a deadline of November  15th for any changes to the current Runs so that timely reservations and publication can occur.

There was also discussion about the management of lunch, fuel and bio breaks during OMC Runs. Grim emphasized the importance of being considerate and aware of the need to balance socializing with time on the bike. Also emphasized was the reality of balancing the aforementioned with the amount of time that results at the destination point for fun and socializing.

Grim will be meeting with the Vice President and Sgt. at Arms, in the next month, about managing, delegating and monitoring the logistics during an OMC Run. A report will be shared at the December OMC meeting. 

It was a productive meeting and we parted ways with regret. Well, mostly regret.

OGRES Motorcycle Club 2025 October Meeting This coming Thursday on the 2nd

 

Original Rough Draft

The October 2025 OGRES Motorcycle Club with be held this coming Thursday on the 2nd. 

The meeting will commence at 6 PM.

The meeting will start at Bomber's crib at the Sugarberry Clubhouse. 

After the business part of the meeting, we will ride to a restaurant, probably Rudys, for some dinner.  

The calendar of Events and Runs for 2026 will be discussed along with some possible changes in Run logistics.

See you there.

OGRES Motorcycle Club September 2025 "Givens" Day Ride Report

 

Givens Hot Springs

Everyone was early, or on time, for the meet up for this great day ride. The temperature was pleasant and the 6 rider complement was just right.

We headed west and immediately were mired in slow traffic as we rode the south side of the lake. As we turned off and headed across country, we were able to pass the slow vehicles and travel much faster. We cruised through the rolling hills and valleys until we passed through Marsing. As we headed along the south side of the river, the traffic appeared to fade away due to our presence. It was very nice riding through the thermals, enjoying the warm and cool changes.

We arrived at Givens Hot Springs and found there to be ten minutes before they opened. The staff member opened the front door and said we had to wait. Grim, being his dense self, thought he was serious rather than the joker he turned out to be. Grim is sorry for barking at everyone. Duh.

We had a nice time in the silky water and we had the pool to ourselves for quite a while. RipCity turned out to be the winner of the impromptu Water Olympics that were by the OMC members and guest. This was surprising as he really "sandbagged" the other competitors during warmup. Rowdy was first to abandon the water and the others begrudgingly followed suit.

We departed after getting dressed and geared back up. We rode past Walters Ferry and over through Melba utilizing Potato Road as a thoroughfare. 

We went up and over the rolling hills and stop signs until we eventually landed at Hudsons Baker in Kuna. Seeing no Kavemen to block our entrance we headed inside.

The folks at the Bakery were as gracious and helpful as usual. We ordered our food and it came out slowly but we expected that. It was a nice meal and the company and conversation was enjoyable. 

We all parted ways from this point and headed home. 

It was a great last ride for the OMC members and guest. It has been a great 15 year run for the OGRES motorcycle club.

OGRES Motorcycle Club Day Ride This Coming Friday, September 12, at 11 a.m.

 

This coming Friday, September 12th, a day ride will be held for OGRES members and their guests. This is an open ride and is not mandatory. 

The ride will begin at the Chevron station at the corner of Highway 45 and Lakeshore Drive just south of Nampa.

The ride will commence at 11 a.m. preceded by a short safety briefing.

Bring a swimsuit for possible dipping at Givens Hot Springs.

OGRES Motorcycle Club 2025 Fall Barbecue Report by VP RipCity

Upon arrival at Bomber's home, all was lush, green and beautiful, as usual, and prepared for the OGRES members and their spouses.

OMC members present: Ace, Rowdy, Gundy, RipCity, G-Man and Bomber. OMC members absent: Duke, Grim, Smooth and Slick.

Each couple arrived bringing delicious supper food. Rowdy brought ribs that were amazing. The meal was rounded out by a tasty salad, baked potatoes and fixings, and charcuterie all topped off by pies from G-Man. The chocolate cream pie was especially a hit.

Before we all started to eat, we created a circle around the table as couples. Each OGRES member and spouse introduced themselves to the group.

We had an interesting time talking about how each of us got our OGRES MC nicknames. Most of us thought "Gundy" was a holdover from military days but we found out differently.

Another highlight was meeting and getting to know Ace's spouse!

The setting for dinner was perfect. Bomber's party space is amenable to gathering and socializing. OGRES members are very fortunate to have Bomber in our Club. He and his spouse are perfect hosts for this annual evening with spouses.

Ace blessed the food and off we went dishing up the wonderful meal. There were animated and happy conversations around the table with learning even more about each other after all these years. Who knew? Guilty pleasure binge watching show recommendations were shared. Bomber and RipCity took a little trip back to high school and egged each other on to kiss their brides for the round the table picture taking. 

We posed for our "more formal" annual pictures outside where Ace turned the tables and snapped a good pic of the photographer.

Then all heck broke out when Bomber opened up his garage museum.!

All his treasures were on full display. He is so talented and has perfect taste for cool. We all drooled a bit over his 1940's Harley.

We lingered into the gathering summer darkness with more chatting and hearty laughter.

We missed those who were not with us. We are fortunate to have this friendship bond with each other.

Words and photos by Vice President RipCity

OGRES Motorcycle Club 2025 Fall Barbecue w/Spouses This Coming Friday, September 5

 The OGRES Motorcycle Club 2025 Fall Barbecue will be this coming Friday September 5th. 

The barbecue will begin at 6 p.m. at Bomber's crib. 

The following assignments have been made with more to follow:

Rowdy:            Meat dish

Gundy:             Baked potatoes with condiments

G-Man:             Dessert dish

RipCity:            Charcuterie Board

Grim:                 Fruit Salad

Still needed: Green Salad and any other dishes identified by members not assigned at this point.

Let Grim know promptly if you are attending or if you are NOT attending so we can get a solid head count to insure the proper amount of food for the attendees.

OGRES Motorcycle Club 2025 Fall "Orofino" Run Report

Safety Briefing Boise Idaho

The OGRES Motorcycle Club 2025 Fall "Orofino" Run began at the previously published time and place. Members present: Slick, Grim, Bomber, Gundy, Smooth, RipCity and G-Man. Members absent: Rowdy, Duke and Ace. Two guests were present.

After a short logistics and safety briefing, OMC members and guests headed out via Highway 21 to Idaho City.

It was a cool, breezy ride along the river and through the twisties to Idaho City where we stopped for a quick break.

The ride from Idaho City to Stanley was smooth and without much traffic which made for great cruising. The highway around Banner Summit had been patched so the danger of passing through was greatly diminished. We soon rolled into Stanley for lunch.

Stanley, Idaho

Grim thought it would be a great idea to try somewhere else rather than the regular stop at Luce's. Bad idea. We went to the Mountain Village Restaurant instead and found a table for 9. Our server (food dictator) soon showed up and it was clear, from the laundry list of restaurant laws and edicts, that the patron definitely came second in the restaurant's business model. Never again.

Challis, Idaho

We collected ourselves and our bikes and continued on through Clayton and up to Challis. We stopped for a quick ice cream and bio break and then continued on down the road to Salmon.

We continued to enjoy cooler weather and little to no traffic as we sped north. 

Bomber had advised Grim that he and G-Man might stop at the House of Holy Rust on the way to Salmon but he neglected to advise the Sweep, RipCity or the Road Captain Gundy. So when the aforementioned duo peeled off, along with Smooth, RipCity became alarmed and began searching up and down the road for them, fearing the worst. At the same time, Gundy was weaving around the road to get Grim's attention that something was amiss. Grim advised Gundy of the 411 and the remaining group continued on to Salmon. The four missing OMC members eventually trickled into Salmon for reunification.

(Note for future rides: Let everyone know of deviations from the norm so "gang wrecks" do not occur. This responsibility is on the one deviating from the norm, not the leader or sweep.)

Cool Kids Parking in Salmon, Idaho

Everyone took a short break after checking in to the Stagecoach Inn. Unfortunately, there are not many options for lodging in Salmon as the rate for the room was about $50 more than the much nicer cribs in Orofino.

At the announced time, the group gathered and headed over to the Shady Nook for dinner. Everyone seemed to have a nice meal and conversation, even though the restaurant was short staffed and pretty slammed.

We adjourned the meal and headed back to the hotel to get our coupons for free ice cream at the little trailer in the front lot. The activity went smoothly until RipCity attempted to get an ice cream cone using the slip of paper meant to advise the guest of the hotel password. When that was rejected, he went the front desk to get another instead of going to his room. That contact was met with low enthusiasm but somehow RipCity finally ended up with frozen delight.

Then Bomber decided he wanted a picture of RipCity on his bike. No one seems to know why. When RipCity clambered aboard his Indian, he discovered that the Indian had an audible alarm that was quite annoying. Unfortunately, his key was in his room keeping his ice cream coupon company. Eventually, key and motorcycle were united and the cacophony abated. Everyone was able to retire to their rooms without any more drama.

Safety Briefing in Salmon, Idaho

A logistical/safety briefing was held the next morning. Astutely (?), Road Captain G-Man admonished everyone to ride safely. Grim was planning to ride recklessly so he was glad for that admonishment. 

We soon headed up the road and enjoyed a very nice ride on the route to Darby. This section is one of the nicest of the OMC Fall Run.

Darby, Montana

Upon arrival in Darby, we found the usual row of shops barren and dark. We found out, from the guys at the adjacent store/gas station that the owner ladies husband had died and she had sold the real estate and the business. They further stated the businesses had moved to Hamilton next to the Super S grocery store.

Saddened, we moved up the road towards Lolo Pass. We passed through many towns, including Hamilton where several of us looked for the relocated businesses with no joy.

Lolo, Montana

We stopped for fuel, and such, in Lolo at the usual place. We then headed up Highway 12. 

Grim decided to push the pace a little more than usual and we flew down the beautiful roads and byways along the river and in view of Mount Lolo. It was an exhilarating ride as we topped Lolo pass and headed down the other side. The temperature was great and the road yielded almost no traffic.

Lochs Lodge, Idaho

We soon arrived at Lochsa Lodge for lunch. We were a little earlier than usual which gave us adequate parking and seating, after RipCity invaded the restaurant kitchen and announced our grand arrival. They seated us in the banquet room and our server was very nice and put up with our accumulated antics. Everyone seemed to enjoy their dinner over the voice of G-Man, on repeat, about the inability of his taco shells to hold together. Such is life.

Lochsaw Lodge Tacos

We climbed back aboard our bikes and continued down the road continuing the increased speed that Grim had adopted.

In the past, Grim has been more conservative in the speed of the group to make allowances for different skill levels and speed preferences. Everyone seemed to enjoy the higher speeds so that will be the norm in the future.

Three Rivers Resort

Quick Bio Break ?

We flew down the highway until we came upon the Three Rivers Resort. Grim almost passed up this stop but decided to pause for a short bio break before continuing on the road. Grim stopped by the portable toilet and announced this was a quick bio break to allow all to quickly get back on the road and out of the heat.

That plan quickly failed when three members acted as if the direction was never given. Oh well, what are you going to do.

(Note for future Runs: Grim, or the ride leader, will not begin any leg of any run until all riders on are their bikes with their gear (helmets, gloves, etc.) deployed. Grim, or the ride leader, will NOT "go ahead" and allow stragglers "to catch up".)

Eventually, we were able to continue on our way through Kooskia and Kamiah ultimately arriving in Orofino. We all arrived at the hotel and became aware that Bomber and G-Man were missing. They showed up a little while later.

We found out quickly that our usual restaurant was closed for remodeling so a replacement was recommended by the front desk: The House of Ju Ju.

We were able to check into our rooms even though we were about an hour early for check-in time. Then some hit the pool/hot tub for some water fun while others hung out in the lobby, while others just flat disappeared.

Hot Dog Blasphemy

House of Ju Ju Ju in Orofino, Idaho

Joy After Too Much Root Beer

House of Ju Ju

Crosswalk Antics by a Lovely Couple

Participants met in lobby and headed over to the new place at the previously announced time. It was a short walk through quaint downtown Orofino and it turned out to be a great little restaurant with unusual and unique dinner choices. Miranda, the manager, had our table ready, although on the phone, she had advised that they did not take reservations. Miranda and the food were a delight and it was a great time. After dinner, we explored the downtown area a little more before heading back to the hotel.

Best Western  Orofino, Idaho

After dinner, we hung out in the lobby and told lies, stories and fables including some juicy ones about OMC members not in attendance. G-Man chose to sit outside on the patio playing on his phone instead of hanging out with everyone else, but...to each his own. He tried to get others to join but it was much too pleasant in the lobby. Eventually, everyone drifted off to their rooms for a night of rest and recharging.

Picture of Tradition

Almost all l were up bright and early for breakfast and a pre-ride photo and briefing. We then headed off towards Kamiah and refueling. (Note for next year: Stop at the Conoco and not the Chevron.) WE then headed up the mountainside towards Grangeville over the hills and through the dales. This is always a great ride except if you come across a little gravel on the roadway that delivers that delightful pucker factor. More jokes here but the author will pass.

After a short stop in Grangeville, we headed south towards New Meadows. Usually the temperature goes from cool to hot at the bottom of the White Bird Grade but that did not happen this day. We continued down the windy road next to the river in cool weather and no traffic at high speed. What a great ride that was. Hot weather finally found us in New Meadows.

New Meadows, Idaho

Slick Parking Job

Whine and Dine

We stopped in New Meadows for barbecue and such. We had a very sweet server but not a very competent one. However, everyone eventually received their food and no complaints were heard about the time at lunch except one about the lack of spectators at the rodeo on the television. The football reruns were lackluster as well.

There was more drama as RipCity found his credit card was missing. It was quickly locked and hopefully a positive outcome will be experienced.

Cascade, Idaho

We remounted our bikes and continued down the road towards McCall. Traffic was much thicker that before and we quickly ran into many types and species of knuckleheads and jaw gawkers. Also more construction was endured by our train of riders.

We endeavored to persevere through the traffic and heat as we motored through McCall, Donnelly and finally to Cascade. We stopped for gas and a break in Cascade.

After that brief respite, we continued down the road. The traffic was thick and the temperature high the rest of the way except for the wild ride up Horseshoe Bend hill, over the top and down to the valley.

Goodbye Please

We ended our ride and said our goodbyes at the usual place at Highway 55 and Beacon Light Road. We had a short meeting about the upcoming barbecue event with spouses. More info about that event will be forthcoming in short time.

Guest Joy and Lee