Tom Posted May 21, 2008 Share #1 Posted May 21, 2008 Ok,I guess I could call Gary and ask but gonna get alot of info..I am thinking about riding up to Canada,Woodslee,Ontario in first 2 weeks of October..Is the weather a potential problem? I do Not mind cold hate snow? Lowell,Wanna ride up with me?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TFD69 Posted May 22, 2008 Share #2 Posted May 22, 2008 Hey Tom, I'm planning a Fall Leaf Rally up into Northern Ontario the first weekend of Oct. Leaving Saturday morning from my place up through what many have described as countryside that Ontario is famous for (Land of Lakes) showcasing some of the nicest biking roads under a kaleidescope of colour that Ontario has to offer. Staying overnight just outside of Algonquin Park in Huntsville. with the group riding home Sunday. I will be posting this Rally in Ventureriders rally form shortly. Consider yourself invited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
friesman Posted May 22, 2008 Share #3 Posted May 22, 2008 This sounds like it could be a good weekend, pls keep me informed as I am usually in and around Northern Ontario for a weekend or 2 for the early part of Octber anyway. Brian:cool10: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TFD69 Posted May 22, 2008 Share #4 Posted May 22, 2008 I was going to post this ride after the International rally in Kitchener but if there is interest I will post it as soon as I can firm up the accommodations as riders will have to book a room for the Saturday night stay over. The route has been laid out and I will do a test ride this June to fine tune the rest and food stops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted May 22, 2008 Author Share #5 Posted May 22, 2008 Hey Tom, I'm planning a Fall Leaf Rally up into Northern Ontario the first weekend of Oct. Leaving Saturday morning from my place up through what many have described as countryside that Ontario is famous for (Land of Lakes) showcasing some of the nicest biking roads under a kaleidescope of colour that Ontario has to offer. Staying overnight just outside of Algonquin Park in Huntsville. with the group riding home Sunday. I will be posting this Rally in Ventureriders rally form shortly. Consider yourself invited. So I am assuming weather will be OK as far as snowy? Anyway I will Probably leave Texas on 10/4,will be off 8 days and go wherever the wind blows..I will contact GaryN and Ramblingman and see if it works for them also..Will try to get Lowell to ride with me,(I know he has alot of you in his GPS!)if not I will try to contact a few members on the way up. Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wizard765 Posted May 22, 2008 Share #6 Posted May 22, 2008 Ok,I guess I could call Gary and ask but gonna get alot of info..I am thinking about riding up to Canada,Woodslee,Ontario in first 2 weeks of October..Is the weather a potential problem? I do Not mind cold hate snow? Lowell,Wanna ride up with me?? Usually in the first part of October you can get very nice weather. It can get pretty cool at night but usually not below freezing. During the day it's usually great riding weather wearing a coat. It's possible to get a freak storm with snow but very unlikely at that time. We usually ride till end of November and sometimes into December. Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted May 22, 2008 Author Share #7 Posted May 22, 2008 Usually in the first part of October you can get very nice weather. It can get pretty cool at night but usually not below freezing. During the day it's usually great riding weather wearing a coat. It's possible to get a freak storm with snow but very unlikely at that time. We usually ride till end of November and sometimes into December. Wayne Thanks when the date gets closer I will be setting plans in stone..wife probably will not come so I will be making some miles to get there and see a few of Ya"ll..Thats Texas Talk..EH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary N. Posted May 22, 2008 Share #8 Posted May 22, 2008 Tom, Here in Canada's sun parlor October is usually a good riding time. We never get any measurable snow until Dec. And even then the salt they put on the road will be deeper than the snow. Not to say we don't get some cool days in Oct. but generally it's a great time of year to ride. The first full week of Oct. is open. We'll keep the light on for y'all eh! I expect you will want to travel back and forth on the weekends so if any of the working stiffs up here want to join in with us they better book some vacation time. (you listening Brad T.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted May 22, 2008 Author Share #9 Posted May 22, 2008 Tom, Here in Canada's sun parlor October is usually a good riding time. We never get any measurable snow until Dec. And even then the salt they put on the road will be deeper than the snow. Not to say we don't get some cool days in Oct. but generally it's a great time of year to ride. The first full week of Oct. is open. We'll keep the light on for y'all eh! I expect you will want to travel back and forth on the weekends so if any of the working stiffs up here want to join in with us they better book some vacation time. (you listening Brad T.) Gary I will make sure I get to see some on the weekend even if I have to ride back non stop..Debby probably will not come still havin troubles(Health) but I will be riding hard getting up there. will call later in week..Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nowindinmyhair Posted May 22, 2008 Share #10 Posted May 22, 2008 Wow, I'm reading these posts and wonder what world I live in ? Riding in my Northern Ontario in October is going to be tricky. Not usually any snow on the ground (at least none that stays for more than a day) but cold, wet and miserable are keywords often used. The odd nice day makes for wonderful riding but its hard to plan for that one or two days in advance, let alone several months. But then again, when I refer to Huntsville, I usually add "Down South" .... Looking forward to getting notice of the official weekend in case I can go. This will probably be the closest rally to my home (Timmins) but I'm not sure if I can risk a ride "Down South" because I may need to trailer home ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted May 22, 2008 Author Share #11 Posted May 22, 2008 Wow, I'm reading these posts and wonder what world I live in ? Riding in my Northern Ontario in October is going to be tricky. Not usually any snow on the ground (at least none that stays for more than a day) but cold, wet and miserable are keywords often used. The odd nice day makes for wonderful riding but its hard to plan for that one or two days in advance, let alone several months. But then again, when I refer to Huntsville, I usually add "Down South" .... Looking forward to getting notice of the official weekend in case I can go. This will probably be the closest rally to my home (Timmins) but I'm not sure if I can risk a ride "Down South" because I may need to trailer home ..... I can handle COLD,wet, hate Ice..I can find canada but may have to get gary to give an escort on in..If the weather gets real bad I bet he would get the "Shuttle cranked and take me back South! See you there I hope,Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wild hair 39 Posted May 22, 2008 Share #12 Posted May 22, 2008 Ok,I guess I could call Gary and ask but gonna get alot of info..I am thinking about riding up to Canada,Woodslee,Ontario in first 2 weeks of October..Is the weather a potential problem? I do Not mind cold hate snow? Lowell,Wanna ride up with me?? could be a hell of a ride,oct is a long way off,for me to plan,but gary n pm me your address,and i will put you and any of my canada frends in my gps,haven't reg yet,but i'm comming to kitchener:cool10: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted May 22, 2008 Author Share #13 Posted May 22, 2008 could be a hell of a ride,oct is a long way off,for me to plan,but gary n pm me your address,and i will put you and any of my canada frends in my gps,haven't reg yet,but i'm comming to kitchener:cool10: Why do I have a feeling this is going to grow??? I have a feeling we may be having a few ride there,will see. Lowell would be a pleasure riding there with you. What do you mean its a long way off for you..3 bikes,rich,talker, THE AMBASSADOR, besides that if I had mechanical problems would have a mechanic with me! Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HALRSV99 Posted May 22, 2008 Share #14 Posted May 22, 2008 "Staying overnight just outside of Algonquin Park in Huntsville. " Steve, have you had the pleasure of eating at 3 Men and a Stove in Huntsville. If not check it out. One of the best restaraunts I have eaten at. I sent Carl there on his trip last year. Gayle and myself would be interested in your weekend ride. Hal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary N. Posted May 22, 2008 Share #15 Posted May 22, 2008 (edited) could be a hell of a ride,oct is a long way off,for me to plan,but gary n pm me your address,and i will put you and any of my canada frends in my gps,haven't reg yet,but i'm comming to kitchener:cool10: PM's are not working this morning for some reason. Just punch in 247 Rd. 11, Kingsville Ontario. It's not hard to find and only about 30 minuets from the bridge. Lots of road construction in Detroit around the bridge area but it's not hard to get through. You can't take a bike in the tunnel so don't even think about it. You have to take the bridge. Edited May 22, 2008 by Gary N. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eugene Posted May 22, 2008 Share #16 Posted May 22, 2008 There is also a really neat lodge about 15 minutes from Algonquin - called "Cedar Grove Lodge" - its on Fairy Lake - really great accomodations - log cabins, fireplaces, central hall with home cooked meals. First couple of weeks in Oct are usually beautiful. If anyone is riding around the Georgian Bay/Lake Huron area (Southampton), give me a shout - I have room here to accomodate 2 people and there is some great riding around here as well. Cheers Eugene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wild hair 39 Posted May 23, 2008 Share #17 Posted May 23, 2008 Why do I have a feeling this is going to grow??? I have a feeling we may be having a few ride there,will see. Lowell would be a pleasure riding there with you. What do you mean its a long way off for you..3 bikes,rich,talker, THE AMBASSADOR, besides that if I had mechanical problems would have a mechanic with me! Tom be sure to brang the manual Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wild hair 39 Posted May 23, 2008 Share #18 Posted May 23, 2008 PM's are not working this morning for some reason. Just punch in 247 Rd. 11, Kingsville Ontario. It's not hard to find and only about 30 minuets from the bridge. Lots of road construction in Detroit around the bridge area but it's not hard to get through. You can't take a bike in the tunnel so don't even think about it. You have to take the bridge. your in my gps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BluesLover Posted May 23, 2008 Share #19 Posted May 23, 2008 Ok,I guess I could call Gary and ask but gonna get alot of info..I am thinking about riding up to Canada,Woodslee,Ontario in first 2 weeks of October..Is the weather a potential problem? I do Not mind cold hate snow? Lowell,Wanna ride up with me??Hey Tom - it won't be quite as warm as riding in Texas, but it ain't bad at all, especially in the "banana belt" where Gary N lives ... they hardly even get winter in his neck of the woods! Cheers, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted May 23, 2008 Author Share #20 Posted May 23, 2008 Hey Tom - it won't be quite as warm as riding in Texas, but it ain't bad at all, especially in the "banana belt" where Gary N lives ... they hardly even get winter in his neck of the woods! Cheers, Hope i will be able to meet you Lou when I get up there..Gary has said alot of good things about you! Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BluesLover Posted May 23, 2008 Share #21 Posted May 23, 2008 Hope i will be able to meet you Lou when I get up there..Gary has said alot of good things about you! TomAh ah ... that Gary - he's so full of %^$!!! LOL Tom, I too look forward to meeting you and Debby. I'm keeping a couple of vacation days "in the bank", so hopefully I can get out and about when you are here. Cheers, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TFD69 Posted May 23, 2008 Share #22 Posted May 23, 2008 "Staying overnight just outside of Algonquin Park in Huntsville. " Steve, have you had the pleasure of eating at 3 Men and a Stove in Huntsville. If not check it out. One of the best restaurants I have eaten at. I sent Carl there on his trip last year. Gayle and myself would be interested in your weekend ride. Hal Awesome, and yes Marion and I have eaten @ three men and a stove, had not thought of adding it to the list of restaurants. If I can remember correctly the price point of the menu starts @ $18.00 can. per plate. If everyone who is interested has deep pockets maybe we should consider staying at the Deerhurst Inn and Resort rather than moteling it in town. The choices would be (a) just need a place to lay my head (economy)or (b) sunken living with fireplace and jacuzzi tub off the three bedroom suite with 3 world class restaurants on 18 hole golf course in the heart of the Muskokas (very nice place but pricey). Let me know your thoughts and I will get rates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TFD69 Posted May 23, 2008 Share #23 Posted May 23, 2008 There is also a really neat lodge about 15 minutes from Algonquin - called "Cedar Grove Lodge" - its on Fairy Lake - really great accommodations - log cabins, fireplaces, central hall with home cooked meals. First couple of weeks in Oct are usually beautiful. If anyone is riding around the Georgian Bay/Lake Huron area (Southampton), give me a shout - I have room here to accommodate 2 people and there is some great riding around here as well. Cheers Eugene Cedar Grove is on my list of possible sites for the overnight, as I had planned to pass by Fairy Lake on our way through Algonquin Park. Again its deciding what price point we all could be happy with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BluesLover Posted May 23, 2008 Share #24 Posted May 23, 2008 Let me know your thoughts and I will get rates.Hey Steve - hope all is well with you. In Huntsville, I'm more of a "King William Inn" and The Bridge Restaurant kind of guy ... Cheers, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TFD69 Posted May 23, 2008 Share #25 Posted May 23, 2008 Hey Steve - hope all is well with you. In Huntsville, I'm more of a "King William Inn" and The Bridge Restaurant kind of guy ... Cheers, Yup I hear ya. Relic and I stayed at the King William last June on our ride around Tobermory and Manitoulin Island. Have you ever had the pleasure of having breakfast at the Tulip Restaurant in Huntsville? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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