LANGLEY ROADRIDERS MOTORCYCLE CLUB, P.O. BOX 61544, BROOKSWOOD P.O., LANGLEY, BC V3A 8C8

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A breakfast at Ricky's for members to get together during the winter. But it was warm and cloudy, well at least warm for this time of the year. So after breakfast six bikers were anxious to get started on a ride in the valley. About six degrees and only cloudy skies was enough of a positive outlook for six Langley Roadriders to to get the riding season started. Although the first scheduled ride is not until March, we couldn't wait. Through Fort Langley into Abbotsford before crossing the freeway to head southward to Vye road. Then a criss-cross sort of pattern on roads of the farm country of Chiliwack. After coffee break we headed back home in time for supper. The tempature reached a high of 9.2 degrees for a short period. Rain held off until the return trip home and was only a very light shower. It was an enjoyable experience to get back on the road after having the bike parked for almost three months.

Wayne led three rides to the states this week and had offered members of LRRMC to join him. The weather was cool but Sunny for all three rides. Roads were in good shape without much gravel on them, however there were some patches of frost in the shady areas. Sunday there were eight bikes on the ride. tempatures were between 2 degrees and 11 degrees celsius.

Time flies by when your enjoying yourself, and here it is Nov.28, our annual Christmas party. Thirty- two people had a most enjoyable evening. Mary Ann and Linda had everything well organized, a little Elf guy in the room center to receive gifts, a table for donated gifts by the tree, food bank box on the other room side, and name gift tags and 50/50 draw tickets at the ready. Poinsettas and log candles, " made by George'', decorated the tables. The food as usual was superb, and most everyone's hands were filled with food, drinks, or gifts. After we had allfilled and overfilled ourselves the second party of the evening began.

George had members and guests introduce themselves and give a short talk. Some of us started early and soime of us staryted late, the common factor was, we all enjoyed riding with LRR.

The gift exchange then got underway. There was the usual giving and taking. Happy faces and laughter dominated. To name a few gifts, the "motorcycle salt & pepper set", the "plexspray", and somebody after "bear". One of thefirst time guests had the notoriety to have her gift choices lifted five times, we hope she'll be back next year. Finally the last gift was opened, a box of chocolates.

The evening ebbed with the 50-50 draw, Brent is $48.00 ricvher. The evening closed wiyh the traditional, stair group picture. by yours truly Simon. It was a great evening, enjoyed by all. Thankyou Linda , Mary Ann and ABC White Rock staff.

Three bikes met at McDonalds for the last scheduled ride of the 2009 season. Tempature was two degrees and cloudy skies. The weather prediction was for heavy rain, but that didn't deter the three dedicated souls on todays ride. After breakfast at Ricky's we traveled to Fort Langley, along River road to 264th, the on 8th ave. and eventually to Chilliwack. The harrison Hotsprings and home on Hwy 7 to the Golden Ears bridge.

The temperature was 13 degrees celsius and it was sunny most of the day and when we met at McDonalds before heading for breakfast. Twelve bikes headed across the new Golden Ears bridge on the way to Mission to ride in the 22nd annual Fraser Valley Toy Run, The ride starts in Mission and crosses the Mission bridge into Abbottsford and then travels many back roads until reaching the Abbotsford fair grounds. After delivering our presents or cash, seven of the bikes left for a ride to Hope for lunch. On the way home we left the freeway in Chilliwack and traveled via Majuba Hill road and then home on the southern BC roads. It was a very good ride with sunny warm weather for so late in October. The trees were beautifull in full fall colours.

We met at McDonalds when the tempature was minus 2 degrees Celsius, At 8:00 sharp we left as usual to Ricky's and had breakfast while it warmed up a few degrees. Fourteen bikes braved the cool sunny morning. First stop Inch creek to see the two large Sturgeon one of which is about eighty years old. Next stop is Weaver creek, by this time it is a lot warmer. Now abot 12:30 some had to leave the group for Thankgiving dinner at home, others carried on with riding in the best part of the day.

From McDonalds we were about a dozen bikes, first to Ricky's for food, then to Coquitlam Center. This is where the Toy Run starts from. The Sun was shining and it was warm. Once we donated our gifts, for different reasons we deciced to head home although it would have been an excellent day for a ride

The sun is shining as tweleve bikes met at the usual place and head for Ricky's for breakfast before heading to the rest stop just before Hope on Hwy 7, the first stop today. After a leg strech we travelled to Hope for fuel , then on to Manning park. We rode up the steep, twisty and narrow road to the top of the mountain lookout above the Manning Park Lodge. After filling our eyeball with the breath taking view we headed for Princeton. We stopped for lunch at the Pub on top of the hill before you get to Princeton. After lunch people left in small groups for the ride home.

The ride was planned to go to Tulameen, but we all decided to head home after lunch.

Ten bikes met to ride this ride to the USA with the first stop breakfast at Bob's Burgers and Brew for a buffet. Led by Wayne we travelled many very twisty roads. The weather was perfect, Sunny and tepatures started at 13 degrees raising to a high of 20 degrees by the afternoon. We took Hwy 547-542- Hwy 9 to Sedro Wooley to Rockport, Hwy 20 to Darrington to Arlinton, home through Chuckanut drive.

Ten bikes met at McDonalds for the trek to Ricky's for breakfast and where we met up with seven more bikes. then another two bikes showed up before we left there. The destination Today was Squamish, Horse She Bay using no freeways where possible. We stopped ay Porteau Cove to watch Scott and Lorraine's daughter in her skin diving lessons. Lunch was at the Shady Tree Pub. After a very good lunch we headed home on Hwy 1.

Six bikes met at Ricky's in Chilliwack for the three day ride to the Kootenays. We left Chilliwack in the rain but warm. First day destination was Castlegar. Despite the weather it was a good ride, with some rain and some cloud. Stop in Keremeos for lunch @ the Crow Bar and Grill. When we pulled into Grand Forks One bike had developed a front tire problem. We located the Honda dealer in town, but it was closed. With the help of a local guy out for a walk we located the owner of the store. The owner of the shop was very helpful he came to the shop and he tried to find a tire by phoning other towns . There were no tires available so BCAA was called to have the bike and rider taken back to Chilliwack. We were sorry to have to go on without him, but he was in good hands and on his way home. We got to the Hotel in Grand Forks about 7:00 pm. 2nd day we made a loop of about 400km crossing on the Kootenay ferry and back to Castlegar for another night. This is rated as one of the best roads in BC. Day 3, on the way home we divided up at Rock Creek, three bikes went through Kelowna and home on theHwy 5. The other two went home Hwy three,the shorter route.

Sunday August 30-09 Ride to Chilliwack-Harrison Visit Dairy farm and Metal Amination Studios, Harrison

Fourteen bikes met and went to Ricky's for breakfast before the excelent ride led by Brian Knoll on all back roads to Chilliwack. Through Clayton, Sumas Mountain and many other roads. We stopped at a dairy farm where they milk 4000 head of cows twice each day. Later we stopped at Metal Animation Studios where we watched the artist working on a new sculpture. Also there is the worlds largest stainless steel sculpture. For Lunch we ate at Salvanos in Agasszi and then home.

We started with eleven bikes from McDonalds heading on backroads to the Sumas border crossing. First stop is Bob's Burger and brew for a buffet breakfast. Here we met up with three other bikes for the ride on roads most of us have never been on before. The weather was mixed cloud and sun. Cool in the morning 13 - 15 degrees, warming up later in the day to about 20 degrees. After Chuckanut drive we traveled through Bellingham on back roads to Silver Reef Casino, Red River cafe for lunch the on to Birch Bay before crossing the border at Hwy 15 to go home.

All the bikes met at the usual place for the 8:00 am pilgrimage to Ricky's for breakfast. After breakfast, we formed the two groups, those who wanted to ride to Keremeos and those that wanted to go to the show-n-shine.

We traveled the Hwy 1 to Abbotsford and then crossed the Mission bridge so we could ride on the north side of the river. A short break in Hope to refuel and off again, next stop Manning park for a strecth your legs break. Back on Hwy 3 to Princeton for fuel again. We traveled the Old Headley road, getting back on Hwy 3 at Headley. Once we got to Keremeos we had lunch and a stop at a fruit market before heading home.

This cloudy morning seen eight bikes show up for this different type of ride in the Fraser Valley which included city, country, farm land, native land, airport, park land and lakes. We started from McDonald's as always and had the regular trip to Ricky's for breakfast. Here we picked up a couple more Roadriders and traveled no freeway to cross the Mission bridge and ride on some back roads there. When we had all that side of the river done we crossed over the Agassiz Bridge on Hwy 9. We followed the preplanned route to Chilliwack airport for either lunch or pie, depending on each persons fancy at the Airport Coffee Shop. After eating the best pie in the country we headed for a vender selling Chilliwack corn before riding to Chilliwack lake. A short walk and strech break and now on to Cultus lake and the Columbia Valley Hwy. On the way back we had to stop for icecream of course. Then home without traveling on the freeway.

Only seven bikes showed up for this ride to Baker Lake, Washington. Tempature was 17 degrees at 8;00 am. One didn't have his passport so he went back home. First stop after the border was breakfast at Shari's restaurant in Bellingham. Then we travelled some new to most of us roads to Baker Lake. After a short stop at the lake we headed home stopping along the way for the traditional ice-cream before crossing the border at Lynden.Tempature reached 31 degrees

Sunday July 26-09 Ride to Mt. Baker and then barbecue @ Steve and Deborah's place

With a reminder from our secretary/time keeper we left McDonalds about 8:08 am with eleven bikes under unpredicted cloudy skies. However the weather was warm as we headed for Bob's Burger and Brew in Sumas for a buffet breakfast. Most of us qualified for the seniors price. Now we are fourteen bikes as we met up with other Roadriders for the trip and barbecue. The road was good and not much traffic. The road was open to the top this year, some years it is still covered with snow when we get there. It was sunny and 21 degrees at the top. For the ride home and to the barbecue we came through Deming and crossed the border at Lynden.

The barbecue was well attended. Deborah the girls and maybe even Steve were well prepared for us with lots of cold drinks and nibblies. Then later Steve proved he is master of the barbecue by cooking the burgers and hotdogs perfectly.

Wayne led this ride which was an unscheduled ride. The group of about eight bikes decided on princeton as a destination.

Fifteen bikes with 19 people left the usual starting place this almost sunny morning heading for Langley Washington on Whidbey Island. First place to go was Denny's in Bellingham for breakfast. One member was already there and hadtold the waitress we were coming so they were ready for us. Traveling on roads and not the freeway we arrivedin langley intime for lunch. This day was their "Choochokam Arts Festival" with streets blocked off and vendors selling their crafts. The weather was cool and cloudy mostly all day with a few very light showers.

Fifteen bikes with eighteen people gathered to ride this ride to the Sunshine Coast. We left McDonalds @ 8:00 and headed for the ferry to Langdale to catch the 9:40 departure. Once on board most of us headed for the onboard Whitespot for breakfast. After getting off the ferry we took the lower road to Gibsons where we stopped for 1/2 hour to browse the small town. Then more or less following the coast line we travelled the back roads to Garden Bay. At the turn off to Garden Bay road is a tiny church it has only about 5 or 6 pews with a deck that a tree grows through. (see pictures below) After this it was almost time to eat again, so off we go to Sechelt for Lunch at a Greek restaurant called Daphne's. While having lunch Ron and Linda met us here while on their way home from a three day circle tour. The plan was to get the 2;40 ferry home, but we were all enjoying it so we caught the 4:45 departure to Horseshoe Bay. After getting off the ferry we all seperated as we reached the road to each of our homes

Fourteen bikes gathered at McDonalds for the 8:00 am start on this cloudy day for a ride to Marysville Washington. First stop after the border was Denny's in Bellingham for breakfast. Now the guy that sent out the notice about the ride said" Bring your passport" Well, who do you think left their passport at home. You will have to ask anyone who was on the ride if you want to find out as I won't tell. After Breaky we had fifteen bikes. The weather cleared and it was a very good sunny day of about 21 degrees "C". Lunch was in Marysville and travelling close to the ocean and then a stop at Scooter Stuff before heading for the last leg towards home.

Only six or seven bikes showed up for this father's day ride. It is the first time we did a ride of some of the brides in the lower mainland. We started with the New Golden ears Bridge, then Pitt River, Port Mann, Pattulla, Second Narrows, Lions Gate, Granville Street bridge, Oak Street, Alex Fraser, Bridge over the Serpintine River, Then it was home for me and some others, but Ron & Linda continued on the planed route to include the Mission Bridge. There may be some smaller bridges as well that I never included. This was a short ride because it was fathers day.

24 bikes left McDonald's to explore the Golden Ears Bridge and approaches. We entered the Eastbound approach road at 176th St & 96th Ave. It follows South of Hwy 1 then goes under Hwy 1 to parallel the CN Rail tracks and passes just North of the GVMC Clubhouse. We followed the road over the bridge through some great twisties until it became 128th Ave. at 210 St.

We looped around to return across the bridge (Hey, no tolls yet) and came back to a left on 192nd St. Then left on 96th Ave. to a left on 201st St. where we found a place to pull off to regroup. From here we tried the 201st St. on ramp and followed it over the bridge again to the 113B exit. A right turn on 113B took us to a left onto Maple Crescent around the loop to River Rd. and East to the Haney Bypass and our old friend the Albion Ferry. There were three bikes ahead of us .... and about another 30 followed in behind us. Since there was already 5 lanes of cars, (Yes, even with the bridge open) the lot attendant asked about half the group to wait for another sailing.

Except for a couple who had to head home, we and another group, descended on Wendle's for nummies before breaking up and heading home.

The speed limit varies between 60 and 80 kph in the approaches and bridge itself. All feel slow by at least 20 kph and some of the nice sweeping corners could be done at twice the limit. I'm sure this will be fertile hunting grounds for the Queen's Horsemen .... beware!

A dozen bikes gathered at McDonalds for this 600 plus Km ride. When we got to Ricky's for breakfast there were seven more bikes for the ride and two that just came for breakfast. We travelled up Hwy 1 to Whistler, Pemberton for lunch, Lillooet for ice-cream, Lytton and Home. By traveling this way we missed the rush coming home from Whistler on Sunday afternoon. The weather started out with light cloud, but turned to sunny, Tempature was 12 degrees to high of about 29.

Fifteen bikes took part in this Tuesday evening ride, led by Peter and he led us where he does that best, on the north side of the river. This may be the last trip on the Albion/Fort Langley ferry because the new bridge will be open next Tuesday. Peter led us over many back roads to Pitt Lake and the back over the Port Mann bridge to the Whitespot in Gilford. this was close to 100km in total.

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Fifteen bikes met at McDonalds for this ride to Merritt and then Spences Bridge. The cloudy skies did not discourage these riders from a Sunday ride. After breakfast at the usual place we headed for the Albion ferry and travelled on the north side of the river to Hope where we stoped for gas. the up the Coquihalla, exiting onto the Coldwater road into Merritt. Fuel and then lunch @ the Merritt Desert Inn. This was a good place for lunch, because they have a huge dinning room which they opened up so we could all sit together. Now on Hwy 8 to Spences Bridge and home through the Fraser Canyon with a stop at Boston Bar drive in for Ice cream.

The Britannia Mine Tour started out with 8 bikes. After breakfast at Ricki's we headed down the

Trans Canada Hwy thru Vancouver and on to the Sea to Sky Hwy. We traversed the new section over Eagle Bluffs that bypassed Horseshoe Bay. The highway was beautiful and with lots of curves and elevation changes it was perfect for a motorcycle. We arrived at the mine at 10:30 and went on the 11:00 am tour. We had a young university student as a guide and he explained in detail the workings of the mine and demonstrated several of the drills used by the miners. It was very loud and dark at these drill sites. After the tour ended we all went to Squamish for lunch, the usual place by White Spot and Starbucks. I thought everyone was going to eat at White Spot but as it turned out only Bob and I were there. We met a couple of other club members that didn't ride out with the group as well. After lunch everyone broke up and some went home while one went further up the hwy towards Whistler. All in all it was a very good day and the weather was fantastic. (Wayne)

The Camano Island Ride was attended by twelve riders. We all met at McDonalds in Langley and then set out for Denny's in Bellingham. The border crossing was fairly quick and we all regrouped at the dairy on the way to Lynden. Gord had phoned earlier and already was at the restaurant and had warned them we were on are way. Breakfast went well and the service was excellent. I spoke with the manager and told him he might see us more often and he welcomed the opportunity. From there it was off to Camano Island via Chuckanut Drive and several back roads that some members had never been on. Circling Camano Island was very scenic and the roads were excellent. We stopped at the small mall on the island for lunch and conversation. After everyone was finished it was off to Hwy 9 for the return trip home. As always this road was a joy to ride. We broke up at Hwy 9 and E badger Rd near Sumas. (Wayne)

Eleven bikes started out for this mother's day ride, but one wouldn't start so after getting it going that person went home. Across the ferry and down the Hwy 7 to the other side of Mission before we got onto roads that we have not been on before. The to Bridal Veil falls wherew some of us went for a 15 minute walk to thebase of the falls. It was getting close to lunch time by now so we head for the Chilliwack airport cafe. Being mother's day the place was packed. Four of us decided we couldn't wait so we headed towards Cutus Lake where we found a small restaurant in the little strip mall. It wasn't crowded and the food was good. Then home on a southern route.

Trip Statistics: Average speed 55 kmh Trip from start to home 196 km Max speed 91 km Actual moving time 3:31 hours

Well we robbed the weatherman today, because he had predicted rain. The day started sunny when fiften bikes with seventeen people showed up at McDonalds for the start of this Sunday ride. We headed for Walnut Grove for breakfast and it was nice to be back at Rickys. With full bellys we travelled to Fort Langley to catch the ferry. Then down Hwy 7 to the first rest stop which was just this side of Hope. Once refreshed and legs streched we next went to the Husky in Dogwood Valley for fuel. On the road again to Hells gate. we spent about 1-1/2 hours there and took the opportunity to ride the airtram for free. Once we regrouped, lunch was next on the agenda and this time at the Canyon Alpine Restaurant. The lunch and service was good and at fair price. After lunch we split into two groups. One group went home the reverse route and the other group went home through Merritt.

Total Travel time for the route home through Merritt 6 hour 43 minutes 554 Km average speed 83 km

It was Sunny but cool (1 degrees C) in the morning when we met at McDonalds with thirteen bikes and seveteen people for a 270 km return ride to see the LaConner tulip feilds. First stop after the border was Bob's Burgersin Lynden for breakfast. ( may be the last time) Here two moke bikes for our club joined us. With Tom Tom leading us we managed to travel some untraditional roads and see different scenery. Once we drove by the Tulip fields it was time to eat again. So after deciding on a "we will meet back here time" we all formed small groups of to go into different places to see the town and have lunch. On the way home we went through Sedro-Wooley, Hatcom lake and Home trough Lynden,

Total travel time 5 hours. Max speed 96 kmh Average speed 54 kmh. Total miles from Home to Home 271 km.

This was a good start to our riding season because the sun was shinning although it was cool in the morning. Thirteen bikes and fifteen peple started out on the ride after we had a good breakfast at Ricky's restaurant on 64th Ave. We rode through North Langley to Mission, Harrison Hot Springs and to the Chilliwack airport for lunch. After lunch we headed on some back roads and home on the southern edge of Canada The ride was about 175 Km. Not too bad for a first official ride of 2009. As I remember last year first ride was longer but it was also colder.

Nine bikes and ten people gathered at McDonalds for the first Tuesday evening ride of the Langley Roadriders 2009 season. We started under sunny skies and cool tempatures of about 7 degrees celsuis. The ride was about 60 km, riding through south Langley and Aldergrove, finally stopping at Whitespot on 264th street for coffee and dessert at 8:30 pm just as the sun had set. Most people werefeeling cool and really appreciated the warm coffee or hot chocolate.

Our pre-ride season get together was held at ABC Country Restaraunt in Surrey with a brunch buffet. The sun was out but the tempature was cool. Only one brave soul rode his bike today. Ron is a true biker. This was an opportunity for all to talk about the upcoming season and it was good to see everyone again after the snowy winter season.

An off riding season get together at Ricky's for a brunch was enjoyed by members of LRRMC. it was a chance to catch up on what has been happening in everyones life since to last riding season.

Four eager riders and one fair weather rider met at Ricky's for breakfast @ 9:00 am. Then under sunny skys and getting warmer we headed out for a days ride. Through Fort Langley and onto Mission and the roads north of there. It was warm and in places north of Mission there was snow in the fields and the side of the road. After stopping for lunch/ coffee in Sunny Harrison we went home on back roads via Chilliwack. We traveled about 230 km today, not bad for the first ride of the season.

Well after several days of great weather Easter Sunday started out WET. Gord caged it out to McDonald's to wish our hardy souls a good ride and found the parking lot EMPTY. A few minutes later, Ron & Linda Haidenger arrived, also in a car. At 8AM we decided to head off to Ricky's just in case some brave souls would be there for breakfast. Nope! So the three of us had a leisurely time and headed off home .... to watch the weather slowly clear.

Three bikes met @ McDonalds in cool but dry weather for the 3rd unofficial ride of the season. We rode to Ricky's where we met two more on bikes and Gord, still not able to ride in his car for breakfast. Cecil acepted the challange to lead us on this ride. heading east to Fort Langley, down River road and then on to Abbotsford Sardis for coffee all on back roads, to Yarrow, Chilliwack (stop at the airport cafe for the best pie). We traveled to Agaszi, Harrison and back through Mission. It was a good ride with warm in the sunny spots and cooler in the shady areas, but certainly worth the ride.

It was a cloudy day and not too warm, but tw0 bikes showed up for the ride, Also one new guy showed up, but didn't go on the ride. breakfast as usual and then ont to the ride, still cloudy. About Abbotsford it started to rain and skies were dark. the prediction was for showers, clouds and sunny periods. The ride was short, only going to Abbotsford, Mission and home. However the brave 1/2 of the group did carry on to Stave Lake brfore heading home.

It was raining but four bikes met at McDonalds this morning. Cecil was only stopping by on his way to the island.

Three bikes went to Ricky's for breakfast. After breakfat the rain had stopped but one bike went home the other two decided to go on a ride. We followed thew Fraser river west, stopping Tsawwassen, Boundry Bay, ladner, Steveston for lunch (fish & chips on the wharf @ Pajo's) the through U.B.C to Hwy 1 and onto Hwy 7 and the ferry to Fort Langle where we stopped for coffee before heading home. In Tsawwassen, Ladner, and Steveston we traveled some roads we had never been on before. It turned out to be a wonderful warm sunny day and an enjoyful ride. Lyn spotted 24 eagles in trees and 13 in the air throughout the day.Also there was a field full of snow geese.

It was sunny but cold (1 celsuis) but four bikes and nine people showed up for this ride. One couple were almost frozen when they got to McDonalds and decided it was best for them to head home and get warm. We headed for Lynden to have breakfast @ Bob's Burgers and Brew where we met up with another chilly Roadrider. After we got through Chuckanut drive our leader missed a turn so we did some never seen before roads before getting back on our route.( new scenery is always good) Before going to the tulip feilds we stopped for coffee and heat. The feilds were in full bloom but this is about three weeks later than some years. After leaving the tulips we were going to LaConner to be tourists, but on the way we once again got to see some different roads ( same leader). For lunch we stopped at E Z Rider restaraunt in Burlington for lunch. This is a unique place that sells motorcycles and lunch in the same building.

Only five bikes showed up for this ride on a slightly cloudy day. The ride was good and so was the weather. The event was very well attended. After we went to Steveston for lunch and then home as it was starting to rain by this time.

This sunny morning 29 bikes showed up for the Hell's gate ride. We had three ride leaders so the group of bikes would not be so large causing traffic problems and one bike as sweap for the whole group. With a preride meeting to make sure everyone was on the same page when it comes to group riding and to outline the course we were taking. Well one group went the planned route to the ferry and two groups took an alternate route. However we all met at the ferry landing. We stopped at Micheal's Restaurant in Dewdney for breakfast as planned. This used to be a pretty good place to have the buffet breakfast, but most of the group thought is was not very good. Some of us stopped in Hope for gas. other groups stopped in Boston Bar after Hells gate. We stopped at hell's gate, but no one wanted to go on the sky tram. Some people turned around and headed home as they had planned. About half the group carried on as planned to Spences Bridge, Merrtt for lunch, back to Hope and home total 562 km. The weather was perfect, roads good and I think everyone had a good time.

It was a warm sunny morning when 22 bikes met at McDonalds for this 620 km ride., We went to Rickys for breakfast and met four more members and their bikes. After breakfast we travelled to the Fort Langley ferry and onward to Hope on the north side of the river. In Hope we met two more riders. Once the smaller bikes were fueled we headed up Hwy three to Princeton. We had lunch in Princeton and then onto Coalmomt, Tulameen, back to Princeton. Here a few bikes went home the way we came up, the rest, about thirteen bikes carried on to Merritt on Hwy 5A. Stopped in Merritt for ice-cream and then home on Hwy 5. The weather was warm, but not too hot and no rain.

Only eight bikes met from the start and went for breakfast and then to the GVMC club house to register and wait for the ride to start. At the club house we did see 5 other Roadriders who came their on their own for the breakfast. The ride was a good ride about 200 km through backroads Surrey,Langley, Abbotsford, Chilliwack and back to the Surrey club house where there is a barbecue, silent action, prizes awarded. The weather was sunny and warm about 25 degrees. Larry as the lead rider and Rose was his navigator so we did well and stayed on course all the way without getting lost. Rose did an excellent job navagating. She even knows when to Larry's advice on which street or turn to take.

Ten bikes and thirteen people met at McDonalds for this ride under slightly cloudy skies. We travelled directly to the Horseshoe Bay ferry for the 9:20 am ferry to Langdale. Here we met two more bikes. We had a Whitespot breakfast onboard the Queen of Surrey while on the 40 minute cruise. We stopped in Gibsons for about 1/2 hour to walk the streets playing "Tourist". Then continuing on with back roads and dead end streets we finally made it to Halfmoon Bay. Returning back towards the ferry on Hwy 101 with a stop in Sechelt for lunch at the Village Restaraunt on Cowrie street. Here we relized we didn't have Larry and Rose with us. I heard he turned left wjen the rest of us turned right. he most likely was going the right way, but he was alone. before heading straight to the ferry where we crusied the streets of Gibsons near the water for some practice in bike manuvering on the steep and tight cornered roads. The tempature was between 11 and 14 degrees during the ride. (about 280km total)

1Six bikes met to do this ride on a cool cloudy morning. After the traditional breakfast we headed for the Albion ferry and up Hwy 7 to Hope. before geting to Hope we stoppedat the rest stop to stretch legs. Thenonward to Yale where we toured the museum and old church. The lady there was very helpful and explained the history of Yale. next onto Boston Bar for lunch and review the prepared history of Bostan Bar aand some other places on our route. In Lytton we visited a place where the owner has displayed his works of art and Philosophy on a hill overlooking the valley below. see the pictures for the artwork. These are steel welded together making big motocycles and other things. Then home back down the canyon and home on Hwy 1, and of course not before stopping in Hope for icecream.

We left McDonalds with two goups of bikes about eight bikes in each group, went for breakfast where we met some more riders and started out on back roads towards Mission and then onto Hope. We walked through all the tunnels and back. By this time it was lunch time so we headed into town. Some people went to the Home restaraunt, others went to the Pub for all you can eat fish and chips. A short ride on the freeway on the way home getting off at Hwy 9 and through Chilliwack, across the freeway to Yarrow then to Vye road and home.

Five bikes and six people met for this ride on a cloudy and cool morning. Larry had volunteered to lead this ride and he was well prepared with it all maped and printed copies for the riders. As planned we stoped @ Denny's in Bellingham near bellis Fair for breakfast where we also met up with another roadrider. Then on roads other than the highways we were led to Chuckanut Drive under Rosy's navigation system and then to Coupeville. After stoping for lunch we headed back on our way home. This was an excellent ride as we travelled on roads that we normally would not have.

The ride was led by Ron and started from McDonalds and headed for Ricky's for breakfast with ten bikes. After breakfast another bike joned the ride at Rickys. First stop was for gas the other side of Hope, next Lillooet for lunch then onward to Pemberton and home. Although 11 bikes started out together only three were together for the last leg home. Some riders left the group along the way for different reasons.

Eleven bikes headed out on a cloudy but warm day. The weatherman said it will get sunny later in the day. First stop Ricky's for breakfast, then the ferry and going to Grouse mountain , traveling on the north side of the river and through Vancouver and over the Lions Gate bridge. Now onto Mt. Seymour where it was only 10 degrees at the top. We did see a buck on the side of the road while a couple of women were taking his picture. Now with a new leader we went to a hiden road along Indian Arm. It was a dead end but very interesting road and it did hgo a long way before the turn around. And finally to Belcarra regional park. The sun did come out and tempatures reached 23 degrees. With maps and three or four GPS units we managed a good days ride.

Daniel led about fourteen bikes on a well planned ride, starting from McDonalds as usual and heading to Bob's Burger and Brew in Lynden for breakfast. On the road again taking a non-highway route and along Chuckanut drive. Stopping at a motorcycle dealer for a break and once more for gas before we reached Langley washington. We seperated into groups and had lunch and some people strolled through the streets of town where an art and music festival was happening. An hour later we headed for the Mukilteo to Everitt ferry. There was a ninety minute wait for cars, but we were on the first ferry in. Along the way some of the group seperated and headed home on different routes. The ride was 440 km on my odometer return. the weather was sunny and in mid twenties, bouncing to high twenties a couple of places.

We left McDonald's at 7:00 am with nine bikes under cloudy skies and temperatures around 13 degrees. We were slowed down at the ferry, because of something happening on the other side, and then only one ferry was operating. Another bike joined us in Mission and still another in Hope. We were now 11 bikes and fourteen people. We ate breakfast in two different restaurants in Hope because they were all so busy. Most of us went to the Pub near the Home Restaurant, the others went to the Family restaurant across the street. After topping up on gas for the bikes with smaller tanks we headed up Hwy three. Next stop, Princeton for gas, This trip we took the old Headley road where we did see some deer along the way, they were close enough to almost touch them. Back onto Hwy three we headed for Keremeos where we stopped for lunch @ "Pasta Trading post", (very good) it is near the far end of town. On the road again heading through Osoyoos to Rock Creek. Once we were up the mountain east of Osoysoos we stopped at the view point to marvel at the view of the city and lake below before proceeding into Rock Creek where we again fueled before we headed for Kelowna where we stayed the night @ the Travel Lodge. For supper we met at Ric's Grill where we had an excellent meal and a good time. It was a little pricey, but worth it. After dinner some of us walked along the very busy beach where there was a band playing and other things going on. After a good nights sleep for most of us, we took advantage of the continental breakfast. (Don't let Larry make toast). After again fueling up the bikes we headed across the new bridge in Kelowna and then Dave & Carol took the lead to and along the Westside road. This was maybe the best road for motorcycles of the whole trip. On this road we had a crotch rocket pass us, it must have been doing 160 KPH. Then came the Ferrias, Lamborghinis,and some other high priced cars from Alberta going like hell with no regard for safety of themselves or anyone else. Now back onto Hwy 97 we stopped for coffee in Falkland and then through Kamloops to Hwy 5a which took us to Merrit. You guessed it we had to stop and eat lunch now at the Home restaurant. Leaving Merritt we took the Coldwater road to Hwy 5 and home through Hope.

Only Gord and Peter Willms showed up and Peter had other plans, so after breakfast Peter went home and Gord went on to the Burn Ride at Deely's

Only five bikes showed up for this ride under cloudy skies, When we got to Bob's Burgers for breakfast, another Roadrider was waiting. Soon after leaving breakfast it started to sprinkle rain, but like the Eveready bunny we kept on going. Tempertures were only around 16 degrees most of the day. Traveling on some different roads then usul we did arrive in Granite Falls for lunch at a place named Timberline cafe. It served good food and large portions. When we were done here it was still raining so the concensus of the group was to not head up into the heavier rain in the mountains. We headed for Steel Dreams to look at motorcycle accesories and bikes. Departing here three bikes headed for I-5 and the fastest way home, the other three agreed a ride home along Chuckanut drive would be a good idea. A good idea it was, because the sun did come out and it warmed up to 22 degrees. A short lineup at the border and home we went.

We met at Bob's Burger in Sumas for a 8:00 am departure. There were six bikes and seven people on our way in cloudy skies and cool weather. Wayne led the ride with the help of his Tom TOM GPS with consultants Dan and Don also with new TOM TOM GPS'. We did travel mostly back roads that were perfect M/C roads. We arrived in Kelso about 2:15 pm. Checked in and the head for the road to Mt. St. Helens. This is a beautiful road made up of continous curves the whole 103 km. We stopped along thew way to check out the points of interest. After getting back to our rooms we had time to freshen up before going for diner. Our ride leader chose a great restaurant (Red Lobster) near the hotel. The food was first class and large servings. We were stuffed when we left and some of us went to Ron's room to watch a video about the Spruce Goose. Next moring we ate the contiental breakfast provided by the hotel. Again led by TOM TOM we avoided the highways and went to McMinnville. Spending about three hours looking at the Spruce Goose and other planes and space vehicles went by very fast. Then having Ice-cream before leaving, finished the visit here very well. On the way back to the hotel we once more found amazing roads. This night we went to a Mexican restaurant for dinner, once again excellent and large portions. Sunday on the way home the sun came out and it was very warm. we got into city traffic near Seattle which slowed us down, but we found a way to I-5, then to Marysville and then home on Hwy 9.

It was a little cloudy and some water laying on the ground from the rains during the night. Only one bike at McDonalds (me). I went for breakfast @ Ricky's before heading for a short ride and home. Wayne phoned to say he was in Hope and it was sunny. That is all I needed to be motivated to get back on the bike. After joining with Wayne we headed for Princetion around noon. Stop in Princeton for gas and lunch before heading to Merritt. Fuel up again and then to Spenses Bridge, Hope and home. we only ran into a slight sprinkle a couple of times, but mostly it was sunny. At the summits it was cool for a summer day. Great ride and home by 7:00 pm.

Five bikes gather at McDonalds for thos ride. We cross the border at Sumas and go to Bob's Burger and Brew for the buffet breakfast. Here we met four more bikes waiting for us. One of the bikes was Dan tribe's brand new Boulavard with only 100 km on it.The weather was slightly sunny as we left Bob's and we traveled on many side roads to get to Mt. Baker. The road was open to the very top this year and was in good condition. The temperture at the top of the mountain was only 5 degrees. As we started back down the mountain, the rain started (better than snow). As we got lower the rain stopped. We stopped in at Scooter stuff before going to Bob's Burger and Brew near the I-5 exit 232for lunch. Then home along Chuckanut drive. Total trip was 320 km

We met at McDonalds as usual and headed for Bob's Burger and Brew in Lynden for breakfast where we met up with two more Roadriders. Traveling on non-highway roads where ever possible we arrived at Paine field. We had an excellent guided tour of all the air planes at The Flying Heritage Collection. After the 1-1/2 hour tour we went for lunch before heading home on Hwy 9

We were about 20 bikes or more leaving McDonalds heading for the border at Aldergrove. The line to the border was long and took about an hour to get to Bob's Burger & Brew for breakfast where we joined some more Roadriders. There were so many of us that some went to McDonalds across the street from Bob's. Then a long string of bikes headed south through Bellingham, along Chuckanut Drive on to The shell station at La Conner road and Hwy. 20. We had pre-arranged to meet here incase we got split up on the way down. Well we certainly did get split up as I think there was a least three different groups, each on a seperate route taken to get there.

Also we had planned to meet back at the same Shell station after coming back from Anacortes. For some of the group it took longer than anticipated to get back for the agreed on time. Therefore we had at least three groups coming home. The border wait coming North was onlyabout five minutes.

We left McDonalds on time and headed for breakfast @ Ricky's with tweleve bikes. After breakfast we travelled to Coquitlam Mall for the 10:00 am start of the 30th Annual Vancouver Toy Run. The weather was clear with some clould. After leaving the PNE. grounds (the destination of the toy run) we went to Maple Ridge Home restarunt for lunch. Most people headed home after this, but a few went onto Mission and I went on to Agassiz, Chilliwack then south on off highway roads and home.

Today there was no destination scheduled, but we decided to go on a ride to Hope with side trips and off the freeway. It was broken clouds in the sky as we met at McDonalds, before going to Ricky's for breakfast. Six bikes at MCD, one more at Ricky's. We crosed the river on the Albion ferry and headed east on Hwy 7. We went through Mission and detoured through Nicomen Island, Kilby, Lake Errock an Native reserve in Agassiz. Next stop Home restaraunt for coffee and pie. We tried a short ride to Skagit Valley but the road turned to gravel, so a U-turn we did and headed to the freeway and the Harison turnoff, then on Yale road to Chilliwack. Through Chilliwack and on to Chilliwack lake (good ride). Now head towards home on roads through the farms of the area. The day was sunny and cool, but good riding weather as we enjoyed one of the last good Sunday rides this season.

Twelve bikes met as usual and went to Ricky's for breakfast, where we met up with more of our members. Then on to Mission along back roads of Langley and Abbotsford. The weather was cool but no rain. The Toy Run started from Mission with a Police escort and with intersections blocked to let the 3100 bikes pass through without stopping. After the door prizes were all awarded we went to The Chilliwack airport Cafe for lunch and then home.

A dozen bikes met for the last scheduled ride of the season. We went to Ricky's for breakfast before heading to Inch Creek. The tempature was around zero degrees and foggy. We cr9ossed rhe river on the ferry and went to Mission for our first stop to get warmed up a bit before going to Inch Creek. here we saw two stergeon about 8 feet long, being over 80 years old. They are in a shallow pond. Also here are millions of fingerling cohoe originating from various rivers in the lower mainland. Next we went on to Weaver Creek spawning channels. The amount of fish in the channels was disapointing. The fish just never came in big numbers this year. After the fish channels we went to Harrison for lunch, before calling it a day.

The Christmas Dinner party was held at the ABC Country inWhite Rock as it has been for the last few years. Deb Flanders was the person who organized and did all the preperation for this well planned event. When we arrived the tables were set in a "U" shape with the exchange presents placed in the center. Dinner was right on time, but while we were waiting and enjoying beverages we had twenty mind challenging questions to answer, The person with the most correct answers winning a prize. The buffet dinner was excellent as always. After desert we had the traditional gift exchange. As usual the best gifts were stolen from the original recipent. I believe evryone had a good time here and even may have went home with a nice gift. The pictures tell it all