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Sturbridge, Mass | It is fast approaching that time again. Once again I have volunteered to be the ride coordinator for my fantastic local dealer, Higgins Powersports in Barre, Mass
www.higginspowersports.com
This will be the 8th year of the riders and I look forward to pushing Victory forward !
These rides are meant as an excuse for folks to get together, ride some awesome roads and share the Victory experience. We try to seek out new locations as well as visit some of our favorites.
The rides typically go a full day (9A- 3P) but offer options for those that cannot join the whole day.
Come join the fun, the more the merrier.
Tentative 2011 Ride Calendar (all dates are Saturdays unless otherwise noted)
April 16 TBD
May 7 Hyde Park, NY
June 11 Rhinebeck, NY- Antique Motorcycle show
June 26 12th annual Molly Bish Ride- Sturbridge, MA
July 9 Northwest CT
Aug 6 Newport, RI
Sep 8-11 Killington, VT- come one day or all
Oct 1st Southern VT foliage Ride
Oct 30* Yankee Siege
Nov 6* Mohegan Sun Casino
* Sunday Rides
Please, come join the fun- your participation and feedback are key to making these rides a success. Do not hesitate to ask any questions,
Let Jeff @ victorytc@verizon.net know of anything you would like added.
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Sturbridge, Mass | Fellow Riders,
Riding season is here !
Please come join us for our 8th "Let's Ride " season at Higgins. I am very excited to be back as the volunteer ride coordinator at Higgins. Last year as some of you may know, I traded in my trusty 02 Touring Cruiser for a brand new Vision. The change has been amazing.
This years ride calendar will take us to some familiar places as well as some new unexplored areas.
Rides are generally on Saturdays (Except where noted). leaving Higgins @ 9AM SHARP, returning to area around 3-4PM. I generally try to avoid long stretches of highway riding, but will let everyone know if the route entails it.
Theses rides are all about you, the rider- you makes these fun. Your input is important, but I need to hear from you.
2011 Ride Calendar
April 16 TBD
May 7 Hyde Park, NY
June 11 Rhinebeck, NY- Antique Motorcycle show
June 26* 12th annual Molly Bish Ride- Sturbridge, MA
July 9 Northwest CT
Aug 6 Newport, RI
Sep 8-11 Killington, VT- come one day or all
Oct 1st Southern VT foliage Ride
Oct 30* Yankee Siege
Nov 6* Mohegan Sun Casino
* Sunday Rides
Please, come join the fun- your participation and feedback are key to making these rides a success. Do not hesitate to ask any questions,
Let Jeff @ victorytc@verizon.net know of anything you would like added.
Please pass the word and RSVP so I may keep an eye out for you, any questions, please let me know.
See everyone on the 16th.
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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Sturbridge, Mass | We are on for tommorrow !
See everyone there.
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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Sturbridge, Mass | Reminder, this ride leaves Higgins Powersports @ 9AM. |
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mansfield, MA United States | I will see you at 9am! |
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Sturbridge, Mass | Fellow Riders,
Thanks to all who came on our opening ride of the season this past Saturday ! The weather was cool, but the bikes were hot. We had a nice leisurely ride out in the countryside, enjoying the sights in Quabbin, then filling our bellies with some fantastic BBQ at Bub's in Amherst. Special Thanks to Arnold for some back road shorts cuts.
Our next ride will be Saturday May 7th, our original destination plans have changed so the destination is TBD. We leave Higgins at 9AM sharp, please come fueled and ready to go. Please RSVP so that we may keep an eye out for you.
These rides are successful because of YOU ! Your feedback is important, please let me know if you have any questions.
Contact Jeff @ victorytc@verizon.net
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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Sturbridge, Mass | Fellow Riders,
Our next ride is upon us ! Please join us this Saturday May 7th at Higgins to enjoy a nice scenic ride through Southern NH. I plan on being back to Higgins in the early afternoon so we can all take advantage of the great times during the Open House !
Kickstands up at 9AM Sharp for the ride. Please be fueled and ready to go.
Also, please RSVP so that we may look out for you,.
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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Sturbridge, Mass | RedRider - 2011-05-03 11:19 AM
Higgin's Open House is Saturday?
That's what I heard from Dave.
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| I didn't see anything on their website. Hope they call me to pick up my bike on Saturday. |
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Sturbridge, Mass | Thanks to all who made it, the day was great !
Hope everyone missed the rain drops on the ride home.
See everyone in June |
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Sturbridge, Mass | Fellow Riders,
Thanks to all who came this past Saturday, we had a great ride through Southern New Hampshire with a stop off the take in the sites at the Cathedral of the Pines, then a long scenic trek back to Higgins to take advantage of all the great deals and specials during the Spring Open House event. Thanks to everyone at Higgins for making it such a great event.
Our next ride continues that momentum, The Antique bike show in Rhinebeck, NY is our next stop.
THIS RIDE WILL LEAVE CRACKER BARREL RESTAURANT ON RT 20 IN STURBRIDGE, MASS AT 8:30 AM- this ride includes some highway miles, so to make sure we are able to enjoy the show, we will need to leave earlier than normal.
Please RSVP to Jeff at victorytc@verizon.net
Any questions, please let me know.
Ride Safe,
Jeff
Edited by hottierod 2011-05-10 12:08 PM
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Sturbridge, Mass | Fellow Riders,
Hoping that everyone is safe and sound after the tornadoes this week, puts everything into perspective.
Our next ride is Saturday June 11th- we will be headed to Rhinebeck. NY and the Antique Motorcycle show- this is a fantastic event.
The ride will cover extensive highway sections, so be prepared. This ride will leave at 8:30 AM from Cracker Barrel Restaurant on Rt 20 in Sturbridge
Please RSVP so that I know you are coming. Any questions, please let me know.
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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Sturbridge, Mass | Fellow Riders,
Well, we did get a little wet on Saturday, but not as bad as the weather map was showing. Thanks to everyone who showed up !
Our next 2 rides are fast approaching,
Sunday June 26th is the Annual Molly Bish Ride- see www.rideformolly.org for more details, if you plan on attending, please RSVP so I can have a special parking spot held for you. Ride is at the Sturbridge Industrial Park. Registration is from 10-Noon, ride leaves at noon.
Saturday July 9th is the next Higgins Ride, please come fueled and ready to leave for 9AM.
Any questions, please let me know !
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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Sturbridge, Mass | Fellow Riders,
Summer is in full swing !! Come join the fun at our next Higgins ride Saturday July 9th. WE will take a scenic ride through Western mass and Northwestern Connecticut.
Please come fueled and ready to leave Higgins by 9AM sharp- we plan on being back in the area around 3:30-4PM.
Any questions, please let me know. Also-please RSVP so I may get a head count.
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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Sturbridge, Ma | Hey Jeff,
I'm back in full throttle! Can't make it this date do to a wedding commitment but plan on the next one.
Went to RI this past sunday for Air show. Good get the breeze on my face again. Bike needs to go back to get one final part which is back ordered but riding pretty well! Glad everything is going well with you and family. |
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Sturbridge, Mass | Eric_MA - 2011-06-28 11:42 AM
Hey Jeff,
I'm back in full throttle! Can't make it this date do to a wedding commitment but plan on the next one.
Went to RI this past sunday for Air show. Good get the breeze on my face again. Bike needs to go back to get one final part which is back ordered but riding pretty well! Glad everything is going well with you and family.
Great to hear !!!
Hope your wife is back on her feet as well ! |
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Sturbridge, Mass | See everyone tomorrow, weather looks great ! |
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Sturbridge, Mass | Fellow Riders,
What a fantastic riding day this past Saturday ! Thanks to the six fellow riders who took part in a very spirited 260 miles day ! Saw some new country in Southwestern CT and North West CT- thanks to GPS !!
The Wandering moose in West Cornwall, CT is a great destination.
Our next trip is our annual ride to Newport, RI- one of our favorites, This ride will have some highway sections, so please be aware.
The ride leaves Saturday August 6th @ 9AM from Higgins. Please come fueled and ready to go.
Any questions, please let me know if you have any questions.
Please RSVP so that we may look out for you.
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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Sturbridge, Mass | Fellow Riders,
Our annual trip to Newport, RI is fast approaching, next Saturday August 6th !
Please join us on this fun day, please be fueled and ready to leave Higgins for 9AM sharp. This ride will have some sections of highway riding, so please be aware.
Also, as we prepare for the September event, please RSVP in you want to join the group headed up Thursday evening September 8th.This will be part of the Killington Classic bike event, we have rides scheduled throughout beautiful Vermont the entire weekend.
Any questions, please let me know.
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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mansfield, MA United States | Wish I could make this one Jeff. My wife and I take the bike to New Port a few times a year but I will be out of town for this one. Have fun! |
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Sturbridge, Mass | Fellow Riders,
Well, another fantastic ride to Newport, RI ! A great day for the 11 bikes that took part, nice to see some new faces joining us.
Our next ride take place in the great state of Vermont, where will take part in the Killington Classic Bike event. We will leave Thursday evening to head up. Day rides on Friday & Saturday, then returning Sunday.
These are some of the nicest roads and routes we ride each year, come join the fun ! I can offer lodging suggestions for folks that are interested.
Please let me know if you have any questions, I will send out specific routes/meeting places for those that are joining the rides.
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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Sturbridge, Mass | All,
Due to the devastation in Vermont, the ride to Killington is cancelled as is the Killington Classic.
We will still be doing a one day ride on Saturday September 10th- location is TBD.
More to follow.
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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Sturbridge, Mass | Fellow Riders,
Due to significant storm damage from Hurricane Irene, our next ride is postponed until Saturday September 24th.
Additional ride details will be sent out shortly.
Any questions, please let me know.
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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Sturbridge, Mass | Fellow Riders,
Just a reminder that our next ride is this Saturday.
Please come fueled and ready to leave Higgins for 9AM sharp.
Please RSVP so that I may look our for you, Let me know if you have any questions.
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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Sturbridge, Mass | Fellow Riders,
The forecast has moved back a bit and the heavier rain will be with us more so than planned.
I am cancelling the ride, I apologize for the late notice but will err on the side of caution.
Our next Ride is Saturday October 1st- details to follow.
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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Sturbridge, Mass | All,
Mother nature is flexing her legs again. I will err on the side of caution and cancel tomorrows ride.
Our next ride will be Sunday October 30th. Details to follow.
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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Sturbridge, Mass | Fellow Riders,
We are coming up to our last tow scheduled rides of the season, come join the fun ! These last two rides are on Sunday's.
Both will leave @ 9AM from the Cracker Barrel restaurant on Rt 20 in Sturbridge. Everyone is welcome to come early to enjoy breakfast.
The October 30th ride destination is TBD. The November 6th ride will be our annual run down to Mohegan Sun Casino. Both rides will be back in the Sturbridge area by 3-3:30PM.
Please RSVP so I can get a headcount. Also, please do not hesitate to let me know if you have any questions.
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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Sturbridge, Mass | Fellow Riders,
Well, Mother Nature is really starting early this year, the forecast for Saturday Night & Sunday morning make it for potentially slippery roads and I will defer on the side of caution and cancel the ride.
We are still on for Sunday Nov 6th- weather depending.
Any questions, please let me know !
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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Sturbridge, Mass | Fellow Riders,
We are coming up to our last scheduled ride of the season, come join the fun !
We will leave @ 9AM from the Cracker Barrel restaurant on Rt 20 in Sturbridge. Everyone is welcome to come early to enjoy breakfast.
The November 6th ride will be our annual run down to Mohegan Sun Casino. Plan to be back in the Sturbridge area by 3-3:30PM.
Please RSVP so I can get a headcount. Also, please do not hesitate to let me know if you have any questions.
Also, don't forget to set your clocks back Saturday night !
Ride Safe,
Jeff
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2011 Higgins Powersports Ride Calendar is here !!