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 by jwryaniii » Tue Oct 03, 2017 7:25 pm
Hello All!
My name is John Ryan.
I have been riding bikes for 22+ years, from my first 1984 Honda CB700SC to my latest toy, a 2017 BMW GS1200.
I am originally from NJ, but have lived in the Carolinas most of my adult life. Went to college at Virginia Tech (GO HOKIES!!) and then stayed in the south!
I learned to ride between Shelby and the BRP in the mid 90's and have loved these roads ever since!!
I still have the 2006 HD Softail my father passed on to me, but sport touring is my next new adventure.
I am looking to learn from the best to further my hobby and my skill level. Even taking a class at the BMW performance center later this month!!
Hope to see you all on a ride!! Stay safe!!!
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by Marc K » Tue Oct 03, 2017 7:28 pm
Glad you found the site ! A bunch of great guys here. Old and fast  2010 BMW R1200RT
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by tireatr » Tue Oct 03, 2017 7:30 pm
Welcome John. Look forward to riding with the guys soon.
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by Bob » Tue Oct 03, 2017 7:33 pm
Welcome John, if you're taking a class at the BMW center we'll be wanting to learn from *you*!  Bob
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by jwryaniii » Tue Oct 03, 2017 7:34 pm
Marc K wrote:Glad you found the site ! A bunch of great guys here. Old and fast
Thank Marc! I like what I see so far. Now to get out and ride with a few of these folks!!
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by jwryaniii » Tue Oct 03, 2017 7:37 pm
My new GS does so many things I have never done/had on a bike, I need a class to teach me!!
I've got almost 1500 miles on her so far and I am in love! I just want to learn ALL of her capabilities!!
I will be happy to share any/everything I can!
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by jwryaniii » Tue Oct 03, 2017 7:38 pm
Bob wrote:Welcome John, if you're taking a class at the BMW center we'll be wanting to learn from *you*!
Hope they can teach an older dog some new tricks!!
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by Marc K » Wed Oct 04, 2017 7:11 am
jwryaniii wrote:Marc K wrote:Glad you found the site ! A bunch of great guys here. Old and fast
Thank Marc! I like what I see so far. Now to get out and ride with a few of these folks!!
Keep checking the Upcoming Rides thread. Usually something once a week. I get out when I can on weekdays - the work thing tends to interfere. One of the most common rally points is the Gate Gas Station in Morganton (823 N Green St aka Hwy 181 for your GPS) and the Halfway Hardware Store (Bob will have to tell you where that is). 2010 BMW R1200RT
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by Brick » Wed Oct 04, 2017 10:09 am
Welcome John. So you live in or near Shelby?
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by tireatr » Wed Oct 04, 2017 10:24 am
Halfway Hardware is 1/4 Mile north of where NC 10 and NC18 meet in Vale NC.
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by jwryaniii » Wed Oct 04, 2017 12:13 pm
Brick wrote:Welcome John. So you live in or near Shelby?
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I used to live several places in Cleveland County....Shelby, Polkville, and even Casar... I now live in Gastonia, but Cleveland County is my gateway to the mountains!! 90% or more of my riding leads me thru that area. Is that where you are located?
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by jwryaniii » Wed Oct 04, 2017 12:17 pm
tireatr wrote:Halfway Hardware is 1/4 Mile north of where NC 10 and NC18 meet in Vale NC.
I know EXACTLY where this is! One of my favorite unpublished roads is NC Old 18, just up the road from here. I was actually there 2 weekends ago on my way to 181 and the BRP.
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by jwryaniii » Wed Oct 04, 2017 12:21 pm
Marc K wrote:jwryaniii wrote:Marc K wrote:Glad you found the site ! A bunch of great guys here. Old and fast
Thank Marc! I like what I see so far. Now to get out and ride with a few of these folks!!
Keep checking the Upcoming Rides thread. Usually something once a week. I get out when I can on weekdays - the work thing tends to interfere. One of the most common rally points is the Gate Gas Station in Morganton (823 N Green St aka Hwy 181 for your GPS) and the Halfway Hardware Store (Bob will have to tell you where that is).
Kinda funny, I actually stopped there to get gas 2 weekends ago on my way up 181 to the BRP. Met the photographer who is now taking pics on 181, just north of the scenic view pull off. I will keep checking the threads, I want to ride with someone this coming Sunday as I will be out of town next weekend.
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by Brick » Wed Oct 04, 2017 9:05 pm
jwryaniii wrote:Brick wrote:Welcome John. So you live in or near Shelby?
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I used to live several places in Cleveland County....Shelby, Polkville, and even Casar... I now live in Gastonia, but Cleveland County is my gateway to the mountains!! 90% or more of my riding leads me thru that area. Is that where you are located?
Oops I should have said... I live in Morganton. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk [size=85]Brick
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by jwryaniii » Thu Oct 05, 2017 10:09 am
Brick wrote:jwryaniii wrote:Brick wrote:Welcome John. So you live in or near Shelby?
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I used to live several places in Cleveland County....Shelby, Polkville, and even Casar... I now live in Gastonia, but Cleveland County is my gateway to the mountains!! 90% or more of my riding leads me thru that area. Is that where you are located?
Oops I should have said... I live in Morganton. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
We need to get together and ride sometime!!!
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