2012 OMC Summer Run Friday July 20th

Billingsley Creek Lodge

The 2012 OMC Summer Run is this coming Friday July 20th.  The run will begin promptly at 8 a.m. at the Chevron Station at Beacon Light Road and Highway 55.

A safety briefing will be held at 7:50 a.m.  This should be a great time for all.

Details are at the OMC website under Events:

http://www.ogresmotorcycleclub.com/events.html

Prospects and guests are welcome.

OMC July 5th Meeting Report

The Garage Cafe

Duke, Bomber, Krome and Alex met at the clubhouse and rode to the Garage Cafe for the meeting.  Smooth, Rip and myself traveled solo and met up with them.  Present: Duke, Bomber, Krome, Smooth, Rip, Alex (prospect)  and Grim.  Absent:  Big Easy, Zeus and G-Man.

We had a great meal and discussed the matters on the table.  We discussed the firearms training and I will talk to the trainer about have the training in September.  We will probably shoot (pun intended) to have the training on a Saturday afternoon unless it doesn't work for most.

We made fun of G-man, even though he wasn't there, because it just didn't feel right unless we did.

The members present also had a demonstration of Rip City's cat-like reflexes when the cafe owner came and asked for his keys to move his "silver Harley".  Little did Rip know the guy was pranking him when he asked and knew he would get a violent reaction by asking another MC riding for this keys.  That was just terribly funny...I don't know care who you are.

There was also a discussion about using the OMC Summer Run as a revolving three day ride.  Starting next year members would take turns planning a three day ride for that third weekend in July and would submit a three day ride plan to the primary officers for approval.  A different member would submit a ride plan each year.  We will talk about it over the winter as it is to late to make the change for 2012.

Smooth and Krome advised us they would only be able to take advantage of half the Summer Run riding only Friday with us.  Just a reminder that half a ride does not meet the standards set in the By-Laws.  Just the same, I am very glad they are able to make it for part of the Summer Run.

A great time was had by all even though the maximum fun meter is only pegged when all members are present.

We talked behind G-Man's back some more and then adjourned.

Mandatory OMC Meeting July 5th in Notus at Garage Cafe

The July 5th, 2012 OMC Meeting will be held at the Garage Cafe in Notus, Idaho at 7 p.m.

We will meet at the Clubhouse and leave at 6 p.m. sharp and ride over together.  If this arrangement does not work for you logistically, meeting the rest of the members in Notus by 7 p.m. is cool.

Prospects are invited to attend but guests are not welcome.

OMC 2012 Spring Run Report

Alex, Will, Bomber, Grim, G-Man, Brian, Rip City, Zeus

G-Man and our fave Gretchen

Rip City Playing Strip Poker

Brian, Big Easy, Will, Zeus and Alex

Will, Zeus, Rip City, G-Man, Grim, Brian, Bomber, Big Easy 

Zeus, Rip City, Brian, Bomber, Grim, Will, Alex, G-Man and Big Easy

Very, very, very, very, very Crispy

'57 Chevy Nomad at Challis Car Show

We left promptly at 0800 hrs.  G-Man was last to show up but was 10 minutes early!

Present: Zeus, Rip City, Prospect Brian, Bomber, Grim, Guest Will, Prospect Alex, G-Man and Big Easy.  Absent: Krome Pickle, Duke and Smooth.

One could not have asked for a nicer day for riding a MC down the road.  It was a smooth, cathartic ride until Bomber heard strange noises inexplicably coming from his Ultra.  Thankfully it was just static pouring loudly from his radio.  Everyone settled in nicely after that and we cruised along with little or no traffic and stopped for lunch at Pickles in Arco.  Real men had buffalo burgers and thick french fries.  Others might have had a tuna melt (!?!?) and very (to the fifth power) crispy tater tots.  We then had our annual photo op around the big green chair.

We saddled back up and enjoyed a nice through Mackay and arrived at Challis Hot Springs.  Gretchen was there to greet us and check in.  Most of us hit the pool while some enjoyed a long conversation with Bob.

Gretchen and Anna cooked us a superlative dinner: steaks, twice baked potatoes, a great salad followed by a strawberry-rhubarb cobbler that even rhubarb haters could not resist.  Wow...!  I am still full.

A card game broke out shortly thereafter and, even though the dress code was suspended, four players emerged.  Smooth was sorely missed as I only won $3.75.  Zeus also had about the same gain making Will and Rip City a little lighter in the wallet.  Actually I think Rip City lost his shirt and tried to earn it back by doing pec dances.  Yeah, I know.

Breakfast the next morning was another Gretchen culinary delight.  We then hit the pool before hitting the road.  As we stopped to get ethanol free gas at the Phillips 66 station in town, we spotted a car show right on the main drag.  We had to check it out.  My fave is shown above.

The skies had turned threatening and we hastened down to Stanley and refilled.  Only one life was threatened en route when Rip City "played chicken" with a bad girl on a scooter.

It rained on us as we went over Banner Summit and there was also a huge bicycle event.  Also, I don't recall ever seeing as many rocks on the road.

Crouch was the stop for lunch and we ate barbeque and drank Arnold Palmers.  Lotsa bikers in Crouch and thereabouts due to a motorcycle rally being held in town.

Nice relaxing run with great brotherhood, food and frivolity.  Can't wait until the OMC Summer Run.  I had shoulder surgery yesterday and hope I am healed up in time.

If you haven't made your reservation at Billingsley Creek Lodge, I would make it happen.  It wouldn't hurt to make your reservation at the Indian Lodge Motel, in Joseph, for the OMC Fall Run.

OMC Spring Run 2012

I hope this is not a shock to anyone as the OMC Spring Run begins tomorrow, Friday, June 1st at 0800 hrs. (8 a.m.).

The safety briefing will be at 7:50 a.m.  We will leave the Chevron, at I-84 and Gowen, promptly at 8 a.m.  If you are late and have to catch up, our first stop will be at the rest stop at the Highway 20/Highway 75 junction between Fairfield and Picabo.

More details on the ride will be covered at the aforementioned safety briefing.  We should have 8 or 9 riders.

According to the Weather Channel, the temperature in Challis tomorrow is 81 degrees with isolated thunderstorms.  On Saturday 80 degree weather is forecasted in Challis with scattered thunderstorms.  Yeah, business as usual concerning the weather in Challis.

Dinner is provided at the Hot Springs for an additional fee.  Bring some cash for Gretchen.  And for poker.

See you in the morning.  More at http://www.ogresmotorcycleclub.com/ under Events.

OMC May 10 Meeting Report

OMC members met at the Clubhouse and rode to Notus for a meeting at the Garage Cafe.  We met Rip at the Cafe.   Present: Rip City, Krome Pickle, Grim, Smooth, Bomber, Big Easy, G-Man and Prospect Alex.  Absent:  Duke and Zeus.

Huge portions of food were brought out and mostly eaten.  If you haven't had a blueberry pancake there, then you are really missing out.

We mostly listened to stories by Big Easy and made fun of G-Man even though he wasn't listening most of the time.  And we recalled Rip City's wardrobe choices and defined what being a "Fred" entails.  I will be writing a blog post soon about "Freds".

All eight rooms are full for the OMC Challis spring run.  One more bed might become available if the right person is invited.  Gretchen will provide the Friday evening meal at Challis.  Bring money for cards.

I had a great time and I hope y'all did also.  The only thing I could have passed on was the smell of burning rice when Rip City passed us before we turned off 20/26 on the way back.  I am more of a "potato potato" guy.

OMC May 3rd Meeting Postponed Until May 10th

The weather sucks today and I don't want to drive a cage to the meeting.  Call me narcissistic.  The Duke, Krome Pickle and Zeus are also not able to make the meeting tonight.

Hence, tonight's meeting has been postponed one week until Thursday May 10th.  Otherwise the plan remains the same as previously outlined two posts down in the President's Blog.

Call me on my cell phone if you have any questions.  I hope this doesn't screw anybody up.  Guests are not invitied.  Prospects are welcome if invited by a member in good standing. 

Update on OMC Spring Run to Challis Hot Springs

Challis Hot Springs Octagon

Here is the count at this time.  Riders who have confirmed reservations:  Zeus, Krome Pickle, Bomber, G-Man, Rip City, Grim and guest Will Haver.  Not going:  Smooth and the Duke.  Who the hell knows: Big Easy.  (Big Easy...Are you still out there...?)

That leaves one room at the bed and breakfast.  Guest are welcome as long as they are invited by an OMC in good standing.  When the bed and breakfast are full, additional guests have to stay in town or camp out.

Let me know if you have knowledge that this information is incorrect.

OMC Meeting on May 3rd at Garage Cafe in Notus

The May 3rd OMC meeting will be held at the Garage Cafe in Notus, Idaho.  It is a 42 mile ride from the Clubhouse.  The Garage Cafe is only open until 8 p.m.  

Thus we will meet at the Clubhouse and leave no later than 6 p.m.  Sharp.  We will ride together and the meeting will start at 7 p.m. at the Garage Cafe.  Or you can meet the rest of the members at the Garage Cafe if that works better for you.  Be there by 7 p.m. if you are going solo or separate.

Members or prospective members only.

This is a very cool place and the food is incredible.  Be there or be square.

OMC Run Addendum

Remember the three OMC sponsored runs are not closed rides.  A guest(s) is welcome as long as they are invited by an OMC member in good standing.  Please just be conscientious in evaluating if they will fit in with the OMC membership.

That being said, Smooth is not going to be able to make it to the Spring Run.  That leaves two rooms available at Challis Hot Springs if you haven't made your reservation.

OMC March Meeting Report

OGRES MC Guideline #34

The meeting was held at the Clubhouse at 7 p.m.  Present: Krome Pickle, Rip City, Zeus, Grim, Bomber, Smooth and G Man.  Absent: Big Easy and the Duke.  Big Easy...Where are you...???

The philosophy of the three OMC Runs was rediscussed and clarified concerning the mission and purpose for the three rides.  All those present actually got on the phone and called Challis Hot Springs for the OMC Spring Run and Billingsley Creek Lodge for the OMC Summer Run. 

There is one room left at Challis Hot Springs for the OMC Spring Run.  I am not sure about Billingsley Creek for the OMC Summer Run.  If you don't have a reservation at one or the other I would call right away.  It also wouldn't hurt to get your reservation in at the Indian Lodge Motel for the OMC Fall Run right now.

The OMC Run dates, times and details are on the website for your reference.

We had a great time after the food finally arrived (Sorry Krome...Didn't know you had to leave.  Get with me for that patch-set I didn't get to you).  It was a screw-up on the Prez....long story.  Thanks to Zeus for the bitchin' tacos...!!!  I know how you got your nickname for sure.

OMC Meeting Thursday March 8th at 7 p.m. at Clubhouse

Best Foot Forward

There is a mandatory meeting this coming Thursday March 8th at 7 p.m. at the Clubhouse.  Pizza and soda will be furnished so come hungry. 

Also, please bring your dues if you haven't paid for them yet.  I will also bring patchsets in case anyone wants another set.

Guests are welcome only if they are prospective members.  See you there.

OMC January Meeting Report

The meeting was held at the Clubhouse at 7 p.m.  Present: Smooth, Zeus, G-Man, Grim, Bomber, Duke and Rip City.  Absent: Krome Pickle and Big Easy.

The members had a great discussion about group riding and some new OMC riding rules were discussed and instituted.  It was decided there would be a training topic covered at each meeting.

Grim will research having an OMC firearms training course in mid June.  More to follow.

The OMC also decided that members would individually go to Shadows Embroidery and purchase their own OMC stuff.  The setup for the embroidery and screen printing has already been paid for.

If you haven't paid your dues, get them to Grim ASAP to renew your membership.

OMC Meeting This Thursday January 5th at 7 p.m.

See you at the meeting at the Clubhouse.  Bring your $25 for the yearly dues.  Patchsets and such will also be available.  Main subject will be about group riding skills.  See ya there.

Upcoming Meeting on January 5th, 2012...

OMC Fall Run

We will be discussing Group Riding Principles and Best Practices at the January 5th, 2012 OMC Meeting.   The meeting will be at 7 p.m. at the Clubhouse.

Bring any relevant materials or knowledge you have on the subject.  We all ride pretty well as a group but a review never can hurt.

Please bring your $25  dues to this meeting also.  I will also bring OMC patch sets for purchase ($55).

We will also look at hats, t-shirts and pins.

Meeting TImes Posted on Website

Challis Hot Springs

The 2012 OMC Meeting schedule has been posted on the website for your convenience.  They are the first Thursday of every odd month except for March.  As you can see, that meeting will be on the second Thursday due to scheduling conflicts.


http://www.ogresmotorcycleclub.com/

OMC Meetings for 2012

January 5 (Yearly Dues Day: $25)

March 8 (2nd Thursday)

May 3

July 5

September 6 (Barbeque)

November 1

OMC November Meeting Report

OMC Cool Stuff

The meeting was held at the Clubhouse at 7 p.m.  Present: Big Easy, Rip City, Grim, Bomber, G-Man and Duke.  Absent: Zeus, Krome Pickle and Smooth.

Two t-shirts and a ball cap were displayed for the members to see if there was any interest.  There was in fact great interest.  More discussion will be held at the January 5th meeting when hopefully everyone is present.  If we buy ten shirts and/or hats there is quite a price break plus a 10% discount.  The vendor is Shadows Embroidery on Wright road by the Airport.  The set-up fees have already been paid.

An official pin was also discussed and a sample displayed.  More at the January meeting.

Shawn Fickes was the invited speaker after the business meeting.  He displayed memorabilia and a map from his participation in the Hoka Hey Challenge.  He came in 19th.  It was a very cool experience and was well worth having him there.  The interaction definitely got my competitive juices flowing.  Okay, I know it doesn't take much.

Hair

Bomber and Mrs. B

Allegedly Bomber and Mrs. B. were leaving for a Halloween Party.  Uh huh...

Yeah, I know...

OMC Patches Now Available

Patch sets are now available.  These sets are for current members or for new members.  The three patch set for current members is $55.  Yeah, I got a screamin' deal on them.  Much less than I thought this time.
They are available for purchase now.  I will have them at the OMC Meeting Thursday November 3rd, 7 p.m. at the Clubhouse.

Mandatory OMC Meeting November 3rd

OMC

The next mandatory OMC Meeting is on November 3rd at 7 p.m.  Pizza and such will be furnished so come to the meeting hungry.  The meeting will be held at the Clubhouse.

There will be samples of cool OMC gear for you to look at.  T-shirts and hats, at least.

I am ordering more patch sets and I am hoping they will be there in time for members who want to purchase extra set(s).  I am not sure of the price of a full patch set but I am thinking around $85 for the back patch and both front patches.  I will let you know when I get the price quote from the vendor.

See you there.

OMC Fall Run 2011

Smooth, Bomber, Grim, G-Man, Big Easy, Cody M., Zeus

Gotta show the annual "Pickles" shot of the OMC.  This was after we left OUR table which Smooth kicked an 82 year old lady out.  What nerve she had to sit at our table...!

OMC September 22nd Meeting Report

Mrs. Rip City, Rip City, Bomber, Mrs. Bomber, Mrs. Smooth, Grim, Smooth,
Big Easy, Mrs. G-Man and G-Man
(left to right)

The meeting was held at Bomber's "little shack" up on the mountain.   Actually, I became lost in the vastness of the Bomber's estate and had to be rescued several times.  The food and company was excellent and G-Man had gory pictures of a motorcycle wreck and regaled the spouses with the details (Gee thanks, G-Man).  Due to the great success and fun had by those in attendance, this will be an annual event for the September Meeting.  We will take turns hosting the barbeque every September as kind of an end of season special event.  Thanks to Bomber and Mrs. Bomber for hosting the event and spoiling us with all the great food and ambience.

What OGRES Do Best...

Breakfast in Haines

Lunch in Ketchum

It takes a lot to keep the OMC on the road.  Heavy fuel (Dire Straits song).  Check it out.  As long as it is really, really, really crispy.

2011 OMC Fall Run

Smooth

Smooth cruising on his Harley Davidson FLHRCI...Smoothly...

2011 OMC Summer Run



Rip on the Silver Special

Rip City is the Club's noncomformist.  And he does have the coolest jumper cables.

OMC Meeting Thursday September 22nd at 6 p.m.

OMC and Guests

This is a reminder that the next OMC meeting is this coming Thursday September 22nd at 6 p.m.  Note the earlier time due the days becoming shorter.  6 p.m.  Bomber is hosting the meeting at his house and has sent directions in a separate e-mail.

Spouse attendance is encouraged...!

Let me know if you did not get the directions and I will forward them to you.  So far, I have only seen a few RSVPs.  Hopefully, all members have done so.

2011 OMC Fall Run

Duke

Duke jammin" on his Harley Davidson FLHTCU...

2011 OMC Fall Run

Bomber

Bomber flying down the road on his Harley Davidson FLHTCU...

2011 OMC Fall Run

Big Easy

Big Easy taking it easy on his Harley Davidson FLHRCI...

OMC Meeting Will Be On Thursday September 22nd...

Grim, Bomber, Smooth, Krome and Rip

The mandatory OMC Meeting will be on Thursday September 22nd at Bomber's home.  He will be hosting a barbeque.  Members are encouraged to be accompanied by their spouses.  Bomber will be putting out an e-mail with address and directions.

Be there or be square...

2011 OMC Spring Run

Krome on his Harley Davidson FLHX

Krome doing his rendition of "You want some of this...!?!?..."

OMC Fall Run 2011

Zeus

Zeus on his Harley Davidson FLHTCU somewhere between Arco and Challis.

Fast Friends

Pretty Grim

My Street Glide and I are becoming fast friends.  I like it so much, I am just going to leave it stock.

Yeah, I know...

2012 OMC Runs Now Posted on the Website

The 2012 OMC Run dates and itineraries are now posted on the OMC Website.  Check it out and put the dates on your calendars.  Yeah, I know...

http://www.ogresmotorcycleclub.com/

OMC Spring Run 2011 Report

Grim, Big Easy, Smooth, Cody, Zeus, G-Man, Bomber

The run started off with 11 total riders.  G-Man, Bomber, Grim, Smooth, Big Easy, Zeus and son (Cody), Duke and his three guests.  Krome Pickle and Rip City were absent.  We rode to the Highway 93/75 Junction where Duke and his guests parted ways with the main group. 

The OMC ride continued to lunch at Pickles in Arco where Smooth kicked a 90 year old lady off our table.  After that near fracas,  lunch was uneventful and Smooth and G Man ate their tuna melts (!?!?) in relative peace.  It was thought a fight was going to break out when the waitress took Smooth's Coke but it was averted when the Coke was returned intact.

The OMC continued on to Challis Hot Springs where we were met by Gretchen.  The race for the best rooms began although it was not much of a race as all the rooms are great.  A great soak in the Hot Springs was enjoyed by all until the dinner bell rang. 

Gretchen put on a heck of a dinner for us (thanks to Krome Pickle) and we were almost too full to get up from the table.  Big Easy, G-Man and Grim were kicked out of the pool when it closed and everyone else had retired.

Gretchen outdid herself serving us a bitchin' breakfast but Bomber was the only one with forward thinking taking one of her excellent banana muffins to eat on the road.  The ride from Challis to Stanley was as great as usual.

The OMC continued past Lowman headed for Crouch.  As we rode between the two towns, a rather large Mexican passed us going the other way waving his hand over his hand like he had a lasso.  We soon found out his intent as we came up the tail pipe of the Idaho State Patrol.  The trooper did the 40 mile speed limit with us in tow for quite some time until he turned on some guy driving a cage in the other direction.  We picked it up a little after that.

Lunch was in Crouch where we found ourselves in the middle of an unknown motorcycle rally.  The town was full of bikes which explained why three ISP (remind me to tell you what ISP really means) troopers were also in town.  We had lunch but were unable to find the motorcycle show, wet t-shirt contest or rodeo.  However, Big Easy and G-Man did win the Two Man Motorcycle Lift.

We continued on to Boise where we all went our separate ways.  It was a great ride with great guys.

OMC Meeting on September 1st is Postponed...

Due to scheduling conflicts, the OMC mandatory meeting on Thursday September 1st, 2011 is postponed. The meeting will be mid or late September 2011.  The meeting will still be a barbecue at Bomber's home.  Details to follow when nailed down.

OMC Fall Run 2011

Challis Hot Springs

The OMC Fall Run is quickly upon us.  We will leave at 8 a.m. on August 26th.  Please note the new start time.  8 a.m.  We will meet at the Chevron at Gowen and I-84 to start the Run.  The rest of the information about the ride can be found at

http://www.ogresmotorcycleclub.com/.

Grim, Bomber, G-Man, D. Meister, C. Meister, Chrome Pickle, Smooth and Big Easy have reservations.  Gretchen will be cooking for us Friday night at the Hot Springs.  She is a top notch chef so bring your appetite.  And don't forget your swim suit to lounge in the Hot Springs. 

OMC 2011 Summer Run Report

G-Man, Grim, Smooth, Big Easy, Rip City, the Duke and Bomber

 The Club left town somewhat belatedly as, well you know who, showed up late.  But not last, as Big Easy was the last to arrive for departure.   It was a nice cruise up to Ketchum where The Kneadery was graced by our appearance at lunch time.  Most had breakfast and one had really, really, really crispy hash browns.  We continued down to Twin Falls where the motley crew went to Shoshone Falls and Snake Harley while the Prez tended to some family matters in Buhl.

We eventually arrived in Hagerman and had a great meal, although they were out of the Catfish Special.  We retired at Billingsley Creek Lodge and there was a short poker game where Grim and Rip City took Smooth for $2.50.

After breakfast, the crew headed for Grand View via King Hill, Hammett and Bruneau.  A great ride with great swooping curves.  We stopped in Grand View for a lackluster lunch and headed to Givens Hot Springs where the soak was greatly welcomed.  Rip City took the lead in Marsing and did an great job leading the crew into Caldwell where we stopped and checked out his bitchin' scooters and met his lovely bride.

Then on into Boise with everyone splitting off into different directions.  G-Man and I took the Massacre Loop into town and were welcomed by a light rain that felt really good after the long, hot day.

Can't wait until the Fall Run to Challis.  Chrome Pickle is picking up the tab for the  catered dinner at the Challis Hot Springs furnished by Gretchen.

'Nuff said.  Check out the pictures in the gallery on the OMC website.  If someone has more pictures, please send them.

(Parts of the story may not be true, but what good is truth if it's boring.)

July 7th Meeting Report

OGRES in Marsing

The meeting started at the clubhouse with the presentation of the challenge coins.  All were presented and the Club's direction in the use of the coins was disseminated.  Money was also collected for the new vest patch and the patches were delivered a few days later after they arrived in the mail.  Rip City still owes me 4 bucks for the sewing labor.

The Club then took off for Marsing with Rip City in the lead.  Did you ever read "The Wild Ride of Mr. Toad" from "The Wind in the Willows"?  This ride was reminiscent with Rip City leading the pack to Marsing.  We did, however, arrive safely and had a great meal at the restaurant in Marsing.  We had a great waitress who met our quips and barbs with commensurate ones of her own which added to the entertainment.  Some of us had meals that were really, really, really, really crispy.  The ride back was more serene until Rip City made us all ride like madmen to get past the gravel truck before the two lane highway ended.  He has a thing about gravel trucks.  I didn't ask for more information.

The next meeting is September 1st, 7 p.m., at Bomber's house.  He is hosting a barbecue there for all members and their invited guests.  This would be a good one to bring the wives to.

OMC Mandatory Meeting Tonight at Six P.M.

Glory Days

Please note the change in time for tonight's mandatory OMC Meeting.

We will meet at 6 p.m. and have a short business meeting.  We will then ride to Marsing and have dinner at the Sand Bar Restaurant.

If you want to invite a prospect, this might be a good ride.  Have them show up at the Clubhouse at 6:30 p.m. as they won't be invited to the business meeting.

If you don't want to invite anyone, I am okay with that too.  I am not on a membership drive and am ambivalent about the OMC getting bigger.

Bring your 15 bucks for the new patch.

Glory Days.