Obligatory OMC Fall Run Reminder

The mandatory OMC Fall Run begins tomorrow morning.

Meet at the Garage Cafe in Notus at 8 a.m. for breakfast and we leave from there.

Details here at this link:

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

Mandatory OMC Meeting Thursday September 3rd at 6:30 P.M. at Duke's Home

No, it is not being held at the Cafe Adobe but, better yet, at Duke's home.  It is the yearly barbecue where spouses are invited.  Please bring your spouse to this meeting.  No prospects or guests otherwise.  Please RSVP with Duke so he knows how much food to plan.

Contact Duke if you have any questions.

Lolo Pass at the Grove on the Summer Run

Rip City (Well, his bike), Grim, Duke, Big Easy and G-Man

I think the Go Pro missed Rip City but got part of his Indian, Grim was blowing a kiss, Duke was really mad, Big Easy was being easy, and G-Man was still trying to figure out his camera.

OMC Joseph Fall Run 2015

Joseph, Oregon

If you don't have your reservations at the Indian Lodge Motel, I would get them today.  Hopefully, they are not full.

The guest slots are full so if you haven't talked to me about bringing a guest, it's too late.

The ride is on August 28th and 29th.  Details can be found on the OGRES Motorcycle Club website at this link:

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

As always, call me with any questions or concerns.

OMC 2015 Summer Run Report

The intrepid OMC members met as planned at the Sinclair Station.  Rip City thought he was at the incorrect rendezvous as he was the Lone Ranger, with his faithful Indian friend, as the rest of us were late.  However, after a short briefing we made our way north.  Present:  Rip City, G-Man, Grim, Big Easy and Duke (caught up with us in Orofino as he had a late start due to important family matters).  Not Present: Krome, Bomber, Smooth and Zeus.

We headed over through Fruitland (short stop to say high to G-Man's son), Payette and Weiser.  As we neared MidVale and Cambridge, the storm clouds began to gather and we began to get rained on intermittently.  We pushed through Cambridge and Council trying to get past the storm and eat where there was dry weather.

We stopped in New Meadows where we had a very nice meal, except for a grouchy Grim, at the Granite Cafe.  Why we haven't eaten there before, instead of the A & W, defies all logic and reason. We then grabbed some fuel and put on some rain gear due to the rain we had already experienced and the ominous clouds to the north that marked our path.

Rip City and Big Easy

The weather was hot with more intermittent rain until we hit White Bird Hill.  The further up the hill, the more the heavens dumped rain and some sleet on us.  We pushed through and made it to Grangeville, where we stopped under the canopy at the Conoco at the edge of town.  There we caught our breath and put on the remainder of what rain gear we possessed.

From there to Orofino, we experienced either scorching heat or pouring rain on an alternating basis.  It was great to get to Orofino to the wonderful Best Western and get in the pool and Jacuzzi.  Ah, what a relief that was.  Duke arrived about an hour or so after we arrived.  After hearing about his journey to Orofino, it was clear he had a much worse time than we did and White Bird Hill had not gotten any better for him.

We ate at the marvelous restaurant next door where Duke enjoyed making us all uncomfortable with his compliments directed at our Kenyan waitress.  It was worth every minute as Duke picked up the tab and I enjoyed Huckleberry ice cream pie-like on a chocolate crust.  Yummy.  We went back to the hotel and enjoyed a lively conversation on the beautiful deck next the the Clearwater River and a nice water feature a few feet away.  When it appear Rip City was nodding asleep, as we sat, it was clear it was time to go hit the rack.

The next morning we departed and headed through Kamiah and began our journey over Lolo Pass.  We stopped somewhere for an early morning ice cream and Scarecrow was surprised it wasn't as shady and nice as when he normally stopped there in the afternoon.  Duh.  It was a great ride and we stopped at a Grove of trees whose name I forget.  Big Easy was stung by a wasp just as we pulled in and we took some nostalgic photos in the grove.  I expected Heavenly Personages to appear but they did not.  Probably a good thing.

We rode on and lost Big Easy and Scarecrow, now and then, around the Idaho Border and Stites respectively.  No doubt we have some quirky personalities on the OMC and I am the only one that is normal.  We made it safely down the mountain to Lolo and stopped in Florence at a decommissioned gas station turned restaurant.  All the convenience store shelves were emptied but still there forcing all the tables together to make room for the bar.  We sat en masse with the local colorful citizenry who luckily had left their banjos at home.  Rip City got a glass of ice and then made some weird concoction of a drink and I was relieved when it did not change him into a creature that craved human blood or the like.

Big Easy, Duke, Grim and Rip City in Darby, Montana (G-Man taking the picture)

We rode on and stopped in the great little town of Darby, Montana.  My only regret is that we didn't get there earlier.  We went in an antique shop only to find it was connected to seven shops all in the same building.  Handmade knives were next to beautifully crafted jewelry.  Sterling silver reproduction badges and buffalo nice leather adornments were plentiful.  Reproduction strong boxes, locks and other great stuff were everywhere.  And there was a candy shop where I found my favorite milk chocolate haystacks.  I didn't get to see the entire group of shops as the boss lady came out of the back and ran us out the door.  We crossed the street to grab drinks at the convenience store but were waylaid at the custom hat store.  Rip City tried on several hats including the hat that the owner had made for Val Kilmer in his role as Doc Holiday on Tombstone.  Then Rip City tried on a hat that looked so right on him it was astounding.  It made him look like the Virginian and was a perfect match for his features.  Only $979 and he passed it up ?!?!  It was one of the cheaper hats in the store.

We pressed onto Salmon and eventually arrived at the Stagecoach in Salmon.  If it was the best hotel in town, I would have hated to see the worst.  But it was a bed and shower and there were probably a total of 26 Harleys, 1 Indian and one Can-Am in the parking lot.  We went over to the Shady Nook and found a round table in a square corner.  We had a very nice meal and entertained two table loads of folks right next to us as we were sitting in close proximity.  We then headed to the hotel and talked with fellow bikers.  Sorry, Rip City, for stealing your thunder as I waxed poetic about the details coolness of Cherokee instead of allowing you to do so.

Rip City in Front of the Bridge Street Grill in Lower Stanley

We headed out bright and early after waiting for Duke to have breakfast and Big Easy to finally air up his tires.  We headed down to Challis and stopped for a quick break.  Then it was smooth sailing to Stanley as their was either no traffic or troublesome traffic turned off the main road as if by magic.  We stopped for lunch at the Bridge Street Grill in Lower Stanley.  It was a very nice change and I met some Iron Warriors I had slaved with prior to my leaving the Force.  We then headed down towards Lowman.

We followed a bunch of riders down almost to Lowman.  The group was comprised of about 4 Gold Wing trikes, one Harley trike and some two wheeled Gold Wings.  They were going our pace and for a while it looked like we has us A Convoy.  They turned off at the Sourdough Lodge and we continued on towards Lowman and then turned to Garden Valley.  Then, of course, we met the stereotypical Subaru cage driver from Elmore County.  The driver would purposely drive 35 mph where we couldn't pass and then speed to 65 mph where we could pass.  We suffered with this miscreant until we stopped to get gas in Garden Valley.  I had ice cream.

We then rode on through Banks, Horseshoe Bend and ended our ride at the Chevron at Beacon Light. It was a great ride and I hated for it to be over.  Big Easy suggested going to the Coast for chowder and I would have gone for sure.

This story may not be true....but what good is truth if it's boring.  See all y'all at at the OMC Fall Run.

Change in Start Time and Location Tomorrow

Due to chip and seal highway construction on Highway 55, we will meet at the gas station at Highway 44 and I-84 at 8:30 a.m. for safety briefing.  We will leave shortly thereafter.  We will be going up to New Meadows through Cambridge instead of Cascade.  Call Grim if you have any questions and, if you haven't already bailed on this run, please respond to this message acknowledging the change.

OMC Summer Run This Coming Thursday

Orofino

Salmon

We will be leaving from the Chevron at Highway 55 and Beacon Light at 8 a.m. sharp this coming Thursday, June 23rd.

A Celebrity in Our Midst

Rip City and Cherokee in the 4th of July Parade.  Rock and roll.

OMC July Meeting Report

Simpler Times

OMC members present:  Rip City, G-Man, Big Easy, Bomber, Grim and Smooth.  Absent:  Krome, Zeus and Duke.

Attending members met at the Clubhouse at the appointed time.  We rode over to Rudys and enjoyed a great meal served by the cutest waitress in the house.  We made a point to say mean things about all the missing members and came up with a new nick-name for Krome.  It will be unveiled at a later date.

Just for the record, Smooth came clear down off of the top of Tamarack Mountain just to make the meeting.  'Nuff said.

Smooth

We then jumped on our bikes and rode over the TCBY and enjoyed a frosty yogurt while talking about rides awaiting our presence down the road and nailing down the summer ride.  There was also a very sharp example of motorcycle parking and such.

See you next at the Summer Run.  If you haven't made your reservations in Orofino and Salmon, you may want to get your ass(ets) in gear.

Mandatory OMC Meeting This Thursday July 2nd at 7 p.m.

We will meet at the Clubhouse on Fairview and ride from there.  If you are in a cage, just drive on by.  I have already laid down bets on who won't show.  Hope I am wrong and I lose my money.

Bomber and Grim

OMC 2015 Iron Butt Ride June 19th and 20th (Guest Post by G-Man)

Big Easy and Big Purple

The OGRES Annual Iron Butt did take place over the last weekend.  It was scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM

last Friday the 19^th, but both final hardcore riding participants (G-Man and Big Easy) had some last minute 

business that got in the way, and so the scheduled leave time changed from 8:00 to 11:00, then to 1:30

and finally “kickstands up” at 3:10, from the Eagle Chevron at State Street.  Riders rode non-stop to LaGrande where G-Man ran out of gas and just coasted into the Shell station at the first off-ramp down the hill.  Big Easy still thinks G-Mans tank is the same as his tank….NOT.  

Then on to Arlington for gas up again, speeding most of the way.  At the first bridge over the Columbia, riders rode up to Goldendale, Washington, with spectacular rural scenery, then thru beautiful winding farm country, with Mt. St. Helens in the background, before starting a long wind down thru some spectacular canyon country and the “hippie style” community of Klickitat, Washington.  (Steve Nielson, the Great Ride Planner, was right, this is a ride worth taking)  We dropped out near White Salmon as the light faded and we ate real good Chinese food at a gas station run or owned by recent emigrants from China, before camping on the ground in a very nice clean KOA style camp ground across the river from Hood River.

Up at 5:30, good hot shower, across the Toll Bridge ( .75 per rider ) and a 1 course breakfast at McD’s.  Then, on south thru the most spectacular early morning scenery of orchards, farms, rolling hills, beautiful forests, and the majesty of Mt. Hood in the background.  Then on to Barlow Pass with temps of near 40 degrees.  Then we took a little known side road that was very windy for 30 miles or so, ending on a highway at Detroit, Oregon.  I got a pastry and Big Easy used the facilities, and we took off for Belknap hot springs.  About 12 miles down the road was a sign posted that said “62 miles till next gas”.  At that point, Big Easy was in the lead, did not see the sign, and was headed south.  I waited 5 minutes, hoping he would know that I was not behind him, but then decided to return to gas up knowing I would not make it without doing so.  I retraced about 12 miles back, gassed up, and headed back down the road.  I had given my cell phone to Big Easy earlier in the day so he could charge it on his bike and knew if we lost contact, we would be lost for the day.  Luckily, he finally look in his rear view mirror at some point, turned around and rode back to find me.  Even though I had filled my tank, he was sure he could ride on without gas.  Gutsy Big Easy.  So, on south we rode, and made it to some beautiful falls at a way point along the way, and then finally Belknap Hot Springs.  We found the gardens and location beautiful and worthy of an Ogres Ride in the future.  

Next it was over the McKenzie pass and a stop at the lava fields and the awesome “fort” type rest stop at the top.  I shared my memory of the ride most of the OGRES took years ago when I first rode into Oregon with the gang that eventually became the OGRES.  Fun times.

Finally, it was getting late in the day, on thru Sisters, Redmond, Prineville, and a stop in John Day for something cold to drink, and we did learn that the favorite burger in town is STILL the Fergus McLeash burger.  And not so much a favorite is the Shrimp Melt…..

Then, it was a screaming ride on to Vale, across the Snake at Ontario, and back on our beloved Freeway where  you can ride 85 MPH and most of the time get away with it.  We waved good bye at 10:15 on State Street, pretty sweaty and bug spattered, and exhausted, having traveled about 995 miles in about 31 hours.  It was a great ride.

G-Man        

OMC 2015 Spring Run Report

Scarecrow, Guest, Duke, Big Easy, Grim, Bomber, Rip City, Guest, Guest

Most of us met at the Gowen Road Chevron at the appointed time.  We all got back together at Pickle's Place in Arco.  Present: Scarecrow, Duke, Big Easy, Grim, Bomber and Rip City.  Not present: Krome, Smooth and Zeus.  We had half as many guests as we did members.  Oh well.

The ride to Picabo was fairly uneventful and we stopped for gas there.  We rode on to Arco and had a lovely lunch at Pickle's Place.  One local had taken the big circular table to himself for a cup of coffee and gave me that "I dare you" look when I stared him down.  He didn't budge so we sat at a smaller table.  Rip City had a cotton candy shake up front to ruin his appetite but it didn't work.  Bomber was served last again.

Scarecrow was presented with lovely custom jacket with a very expensive price tag.  What a lucky guy to have such generous and thoughtful friends.

Scarecrow

We then headed to Mackay and beyond.  It was smooth sailing until we started passing the mountains in the area of Mount Borah.  We passed through a hail and sleet storm that was the worst I had ever ridden in.  After getting clear of the sleet and hail storm, we found a break in the storm and only four riders remained.  We reached up and checked our ears and faces to make sure we weren't bleeding.  Everyone's appendages seemed intact and we waited.  This quartet was soon joined by two more riders and then the final three.  The final three had stopped to don their rain gear.  I don't have any rain gear, and never will, but that's another story.  I wonder if Damien Blade has rain gear.

We then rode through a mild rainstorm, compared to the previous onslaught, and then rode into the Hot Springs.  We parked and met Sergeant Mike and Shana.  We all got checked in and hit the pool.  Dinner was served and was excellent as usual.  Tri Tip steak and other lovely food disappeared quickly along with the dessert.  And then back into the pool.

In the pool, a game a "Catch This Big Rock" ensued and was enjoyed by some and not so much by others.  True personalities shine through when this type of game is played.  After the swim, we adjourned to the Octagon where some of the group listened to classic vinyl way too late into the night.

Scarecrow, Guest, Duke, Big Easy, Guest, Guest, Bomber, Rip City and Grim

Morning rose with some taking a dip before a lavish breakfast that sent us on our way.  It was a great ride down to Stanley where we stopped for a break.  We then headed over the Banner Summit and down to Lowman and that leg was also a great time.  Unfortunately, just before Lowman we happened to end up behind some idiots in cages that made the leg from Lowman to Garden Valley much less than enjoyable.  I think next year, we go through Idaho City instead and eat at Trudy's.

After a much better lunch, than last year, we rode down to Boise ending our ride at the Beacon Light Chevron.  All in all, it was a great adventure and Challis Hot Springs continued to be a great overnight destination.

Next meeting is July 2nd at the Clubhouse on Fairview.  Be there or be square.

Legends (Guest Post by Bomber)

While in SLC over the weekend we went to Legends bike shop in Springville.  It would be worth a ride down there just to see their shop and collection of bikes.

I thought this was a great bike.  Everything new and fabricated in their shop.  I especially love the new old square tank.  $27,500.

Bomber...

Spring Run This Friday Starts at 9 a.m.

I just realized that the start time previous published was incorrect.  We always start this ride at 0900 hrs. or 9 a.m.  My bad.

The safety briefing will begin, this coming Friday, at 8:45 a.m.  We will be rolling by 9 a.m.  Please advise your guests of the time change.

Thank you for your patience.

Reservations Reminder for OMC Runs

If you haven't made you reservations for the OMC Summer and Fall Runs, you might want to pretty soon.  I believe Challis is booked full for the Spring Run.  Here is the link for the event info.  Just saying...

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

OMC Meeting Report May 7, 2015

The meeting was held at Sockeye Grill.  Present: Smooth, Scarecrow, Duke and Grim.  Absent: Krome, Big Easy, Bomber, Rip "Mickey Ears" City and Zeus.

Those members present had a great meal and discussed important and timely topics.  No further details will be shared here so if you missed the meeting....you missed it.

That is all.

OMC Mandatory Meeting May 7 at 6:00 PM SHARP

We will be leaving the Clubhouse, on Fairview, at 6:00 p.m. to ride somewhere for dinner and the meeting.  A possible destination is the Tango Saloon in Homedale.  It is on the main highway behind the Moxie Java.

OMC Meeting Report March 5, 2105

Present:  G-Man, Smooth, Rip City, Grim, Big Easy and Bomber.  Not present:  Zeus, Duke (sick) and Krome (bogus excuse according to G-Man).

It's been a while since the meeting and I have been out of town doing business in Kansas City.  I do remember Rip City poking the buffalo again when he tried to move in on Grim's room in Challis for the Spring Ride.  I am not sure how that will play out but we may find out what at .45 round does to a person with no meat on his bones.

We did discuss our OMC sign that is still allegedly in progress.  Below are a couple of prototypes:

I prefer the one on the right but with motoRcycle spelled properly.  G-Man is in charge of this project.

Rip City and Bomber were in the lead for most pieces of pizza eaten.  I don't recall who won that contest.

Grim and Bomber rode their bikes.  Rip City was showing off his new brown cut.  He and Big Easy are even closer than ever.

That's all I got.  I am sure I missed stuff.  Get your reservations in for the three rides this season.

Mandatory OMC Meeting Thursday March 5 at 7 p.m.

Single rear swing arm - Very cool

There will be a mandatory OMC meeting this coming Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Fairview Clubhouse.  Food and drink provided.

Discussion of upcoming rides and a possible new club patch will be on the table.  OMC members in good standing only.

Brings topics and issues you wish to discuss.  That is all.

OMC Challis Spring Run Update and Reservation Alert

I spoke with Shannon at the Challis Hot Springs yesterday.  She confirmed they would do the dinner for us on Friday night as they have the past few years.  She was very nice and I think our time there will be as idyllic as in the past.

Confirmed reservations have been made by Duke, Grim, Rip City and his guest, Barry.  That leaves four rooms.  First come, first served.  I would make your reservation now if you are going.

More information about the Run at this link:

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

'Nuff said.

OMC Meeting Report January 2015

Dream Shop

OGRES members gathered at the Fairview Clubhouse at the appointed time.  Present: Big Easy, Duke, Rip City, G-Man, Krome, Bomber and Grim.  Not present: Zeus and Smooth.

Duke represented, bringing fine cuisine from our favorite Mexican restaurant.  Big Easy brought chips and dip.  Rip City brought Wavy Lays chips, my favorite, and a bottle of bubbly.  Grim brought a cooler of beverages.  Thanks to all for the food.

We talked about the upcoming rides.  It was discussed that everyone should be making their reservations for the three OMC sanctioned rides.

Members were reminded that Challis Hot Springs had changed management and that Sergeant Mike and his family now resided in Lorna and Bob's house, on site, and were managing the place.  Members should make their reservations and Grim will make arrangements, in the meantime, for dinner that night and other extras we have been accustomed to enjoying at the Hot Springs.

All the dates for next year's OMC sanctioned events can be found at this link:

http://www.ogresmotorcycleclub.com

Duke suggested an Iron Butt Ride this year.  After much discussion, it was decided the Iron But Ride would be on Friday June 19th and Saturday June 20th.  This will be a ride not sanctioned by the OMC.

Krome asked about the best rides for guests amongst the three OMC sanctioned rides.  It was discussed that the Summer Run would be the best ride for guests as the hotels used for lodging are much bigger and would allow for the guests.  The Spring and Fall Runs are limited to 8 beds and 11 beds, respectively, and not as conducive for guests.

Door prizes were drawn for and as luck would have it, Rip City drew his own number first.  "head scratch"  G-Man, Duke and Krome were also winners.  There will be an extra special door prize for March.  Only one door prize will be given but it will be a doozy.

Duke shared a joke with the membership.  The funniest part was that Duke was only able to tell and complete the joke between fits of laughter.  Jimmy Fallon would have been proud...or something.

G-Man (Scarecrow) made the mistake of commenting that Grim did not like long rides.  Grim had to remind him AGAIN that he greatly enjoyed long rides if that was the mission of the ride.  Grim does not like long ride days on the three OMC sanctioned rides because a careful balance of riding and socializing is important on the three sanctioned rides.

Otherwise, bring on the long distance rides for Grim anytime.  Freeway or back roads.

Discussion was held about creating a traveling trophy/pin/headgear for the Flake of the Month.  It would be bestowed on the member who had been the biggest flake for the preceding two months between meetings.  The current period for this "distinction" has begun immediately.

There was a suggestion about obtaining some basic first aid training from a creditable source.  G-Man is going to speak with his paramedic son about some of the aforementioned training.

Rip City is going brown.  I guess once you go brown you never........oh, wait a minute.

Big Easy stated he wanted to do another beautiful ride up north again.  He was strongly encouraged to design a ride and we would all go with him.  OMC rides are not limited to the three OMC sanctioned rides.  Bring any rides to the group and we will go.  Grim is retired and will ride all summer when invited.  Most of the members concurred.  Oh, maybe not.  Well, at least some.

The Route 66 ride is on.  The dates are yet to be ironed out.  Right now the first two weeks of August are looking good.

Next meeting is March 5th.

Colors for Cuts

I will be bringing patch sets to the meeting tonight.  They are $65 for the set.

That is all.  See you at the Clubhouse.

Suite Time at the Basketball Game

A great time was had at the third annual OMC Night at the Idaho Stampede basketball game on January 6th.  Attending were: Duke and Pam, Bomber and Brenda, Rip City and Stephanie, G-Man and Grim.  Not in attendance were: Smooth, Big Easy and Krome.

The food was marvelous and plentiful while the company was unmatched.  Jibes and jokes were exchanged and maybe a few compliments.  Great conversation and basketball are a great combination.

And the Idaho beat Oklahoma City in a close game.

Huge thanks to Pam and Duke for hosting this event.  It is always a highlight of the OGRES yearly calendar.  

Mandatory OMC Meeting Thursday January 8th, 2015, at 7 P.M.

Please bring your $25 OMC membership dues to the mandatory meeting on January 8th at 7 p.m. at the Clubhouse on Fairview.  If you cannot attend, get your dues to Grim as soon as possible.  Grim's address is available to mail the dues, if needed.

Food and drink will be provided so come to the meeting hungry.  There will also be door prizes.

This money is used to pay for the website, food at the meetings and other expenses.  Just a reminder as everyone is great about paying promptly and Grim appreciates it.

New Updated Info About the OGRES Night at the Stampede

It's that time of year again when the Sergeant-at-Arms hosts all OMC members in good standing to OGRES Night at the Stampede game.  Please bring your wives to this shindig.  No guests or prospects are invited.

The game is on Tuesday January 6, 2015.  Doors open at 6 p.m. and the game starts at 7 p.m. versus Oklahoma City.

Tickets will be left at with the usher by the main stairway in the Grove Hotel lobby located by the south hotel lobby entrance.  Just ask the usher at the foot of the stairs for your Taco Bell tickets.

Then head up the stairs to the second floor.  We will in Suite 208 on the second floor.

Do not wear cuts/colors but other OGRES apparel is cool.

OGRES Night at the Idaho Stampede Game January 6th 6 P.M.

The following members have confirmed that they are attending along with their spouses:

Krome, G-Man, Bomber, Rip City, Duke and Grim.

Duke has not heard from Big Easy and Zeus.

Smooth will be out of the state and unable to attend.

That is all.

New Years Day Ride Report 2015

Rip City and his Indian

Bomber, Smooth, G-Man and Rip City showed up.  Rip City rode in 10 degree weather.  It's a good thing they make form-fitted heated bloomers and such.

New Year's Day Ride 2015 9 a.m. Start

We will meet at the Egg Factory on Can-Ada Road by the Idaho Center at 9:00 a.m.  We will have brunch there and then decide about heading down to Given's Hot Springs for a dip.

Hopefully we will be able to ride our motorcycles but cages are authorized if necessary.

OGRES Night at the Stampede Game January 6th at CenturyLink Arena

It's that time of year again when the Sergeant-at-Arms hosts all OMC members in good standing to OGRES Night at the Stampede game.  Please bring your wives to this shindig.  No guests or prospects are invited.

The game is on Tuesday January 6, 2015.  Doors open at 6 p.m. and the game starts at 7 p.m. versus Oklahoma City.

Tickets will be left at with the usher by the main stairway in the Grove Hotel lobby.  Just ask the usher at the foot of the stairs.  Please RSVP with Duke as soon as possible so he can plan for the event.  Also let him know if you can't make it.

We will be in a Suite 208 on the second floor so it should be a blast.  Be there or be square.

Do not wear cuts/colors but other OGRES apparel is cool.

Cuts and Colors Etiquette

There was some discussion at the last meeting about when and where the OMC cut should be worn.  It's real easy.  You can wear it whenever you want to and represent the OMC in a positive fashion.  I wear mine almost every single time I ride my Harley.  I wear it when I ride alone and when I ride with others.  

The only time one does not traditionally wear a cut is when you are in a cage.  Then you take it off.

Other than in a cage, you wear it when you damn well want to.  'Nuff said.  

OMC Salmon Summer Run 2015

Here is the OMC Summer Run details.  It should be a blast.

• Thursday July 23    244 Miles  

The run will begin at the Chevron Station at Highway 55 and Beacon Light at 8 a.m. sharp.

Horseshoe Bend – Banks – Cascade – McCall – New Meadows – Grangeville – Orofino

Overnight lodging will be in Orofino at Best Western Rivers Edge, 615 Main Street, (208) 476-9999.  Each rider is responsible for making their own reservation.

• Friday July 24        292 Miles

The run will continue with departure at 8 a.m. sharp.

Orofino - Kamiah – Kooskia – Lochsa Lodge – Lolo – Florence – Victor – Hamilton – Darby – Sula – Salmon

Overnight lodging will be in Salmon at The Stagecoach Inn, 201 Riverfront Drive, (208) 756-2919.  Each rider is responsible for making their own reservation.

• Saturday July 25      251 Miles

The run will continue with departure at 8 a.m. sharp.

Salmon – Challis – Stanley – Lowman – Crouch – Banks – Horseshoe Bend – Boise

This ride is open to OMC members and who they invite.

The ride is limited to 10 riders.

The details have been posted at ogresmotorcycleclub.com.