robbrutus Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Welcome to the 16th Annual Victory Highway Relay (V2V) Leg Captain: Sportsman Matt Co. Captain: Hotel: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sportsman Matt Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 I can't wait for this ride. Anyhow, here's the info I have so far: Starting off at 8am from the Hampton Inn in Chicopee MA Ending Leg 1 at the Budget Inn in Stroudsburg PA Hotel Information: June 20th 2015 Hampton Inn 600 Memorial Drive Chicopee MA 413 593 1500 Event ID#301672 VMC Group Must Identify themselves as members of the Victory Motorcycle Club VMC group. They are offering us $134.00 plus tax (12.45% at this time) for the evening. Their regular rate is $159.00 plus tax. This is higher than last year by $7.00 but the rooms are decent and free breakfast. They have 10 rooms set aside at that rate, if we need more I can contact them and we can add more if needed. June 21st 2015 Budget Inn 320 Greentree Dr East Stroudsburg PA 570 424 5451 They have a block of 10 rooms set aside for us to reserve at the rate of $79.00 plus tax Mention to them that you are with the Victory Motorcycle Club for the lower rate. They will also open up extra rooms for us if we need them at the $79.00 rate. Also there is parking for the bikes under the overhang by the rooms. More details to follow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XC Bubba Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 This day is also Fathers Day. As usual we will have a kickoff cookout the evening before. Its A Saturday this year! :chpr :tu :pty :pcb :beer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NNYXC Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Might make this first Leg !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bayrat3 Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Matt, are you guaranteeing better weather this year? :tu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene hunt Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 I'm in. - Gene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crg0830 Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Unless something comes up at work I plan on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene hunt Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 I will probably come up from Virginia on Sunday and meet you at the hotel to ride the next 2 legs. I like to park the bike and walk to food and adult beverages at the end of a days ride, google maps shows a bar/grill next door, Roasted Tomato, is that correct? - Thanks - Gene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RhodeTrip Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Both are right inside the motel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene hunt Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Great, Thanks. - Gene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene hunt Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 I have been doing research and cannot find any info on the Victory Highway route from Stroudsburg,PA south to NJ. I intend to follow the route that was followed after the late 20s, namely the National Road, US40, once I get down to NJ and ending leg 2 at Catonsville, MD. Any help from others would be appreciated. Thanks - Gene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roboots21 Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 We have any updates on a proposed route for this ride? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sportsman Matt Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Will be similar to the route 2 years ago, minus the stop at Zack's V Twin because they are closed Sundays. Working out the details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Matt, will you have the stop at Barkhamstead Reservoir again? Hyde Park Brewery is a good lunch spot. Been there a few times on VMC rides. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sportsman Matt Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Here's the list of stops for leg 1 of the V2V Start at the Hampton Inn in Chicopee, kickstands up at 8am Approximately 9am 1st stop Barkhamstead Dam, 14 Saville Dam Rd Barkhamstead CT Depart around 9:15am for 2nd stop which is Amenia Mart 5330 US 44 Amenia NY. Figure we'll get there arounx 10:15am, there is fuel so figure a 20 minute break here. Take off around 10:35am and ride to Hyde Park Brewing Company, 4076 Albany Post Rd Hyde Park NY. We'll arrive around 11:15-11:30am and have lunch. Figure we hit the road from here around 12:45pm, and ride to the Hawk's Nest Rt 97 Deerpark NY. Hang out until 2:45-3pm, then head to Budget Inn 320 Greentree Dr East Stroudsburg PA arrive around 4-4:30pm, where the baton pass will take place. FYI I'm not staying overnight, I'm riding back home after the baton pass. For those needing info on the ride back, take 80E to 209N to 84E. There is a toll to cross the Hudson on the Eastbound side, so bring cash or ez pass to pay the toll. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene hunt Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 I will try and be at the Hotel by 4PM for the handoff, would be good if we exchanged cell numbers just in case. - Gene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sportsman Matt Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 PM sent Gene. So far we have 0 reservations at the Hampton Inn in Chicopee, don't know about East Stroudsburg yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene hunt Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Thanks I'm solo and I'm okay with that. Will post some details in Leg 2 thread. I've already coordinated with Leg 3. - Gene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sportsman Matt Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 I had a call today from the Hampton Inn. This wasn't a bad call but not a good one either. Because it's 10 days out and no one had reserved a room yet, they are releasing the block of rooms. They will try to accommodate the VMC members if they call or show up for a room but there is no guarantee of a reduced rate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xcbubbamom Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 HOWDY FOLKS! ARNOLD AND I ARE MAKING OUR PLANS FOR THE SATURDAY KICK OFF PARTY AT OUR HOUSE. IT WILL START AROUND 3:00. WE'LL SUPPLY THE FOOD - IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON "LIQUID REFRESHMENT" OTHER THAN ICE TEA, LEMONADE OR SODA, PLEASE BYOB. IT WOULD BE HELPFUL TO HAVE A HEADCOUNT, SO IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON JOINING US, COULD YOU PLEASE DROP ME EITHER A PM OR RESPOND TO THIS? THANKS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sportsman Matt Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Update.... Got the backpack Got the ride waivers Got the Spot Got the banner Waiting on Tshirts and Pins. Working until 11:30pm Saturday night, will be at the hotel around 7:30am Sunday morning. Tshirts will be $10 each, provided they arrive before Sunday morning. Don't forget the sand to toss in the backpack for the West Coast guys to dump out there in California. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xcbubbamom Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 GOOD JOB MATT - YOU'VE GOT A LOOOOOOONG WEEKEND AHEAD OF YOU! WE'VE GOT THE SAND ALL SET. I HAVE THE LABEL READY FOR FOLKS TO SIGN IT BEFORE WE PUT IT ON THE JAR. SEE YOU SUNDAY! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyrant Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Today is the day! Wishing you all well on Day 1 of the V2V!! Someday I'll start this journey with you and see it all the way to San Francisco! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XC Bubba Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 The Long River Eiders don't care about no stinking rain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyrant Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Way to go Long River Eiders!!! Ride safe!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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