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  Experience
a "Tiger Ride-In"
In 2003, the first Tiger Ride-In was organized
by event founder Jerry Moffit. The events are organized and operated by
volunteers
and provide a relaxed, on-your-own, "simple is good"
experience... by Triumph Tiger owners, for Triumph Tiger owners (and
their guests). All late models of Triumph Tiger motorcycles (Steamers, Girlies, Fuelies,
Roadies)
are welcome to attend. The real fun of the
Tiger Ride-Ins is not just the destination, but also the "to & fro." In one
sense, each Ride-In is just a fun rest stop and turn-around point.
Nothing formal, just a relaxed
gathering of Triumph Tigers, their riders and some enjoyable route
suggestions. Riders are responsible for their own lodging transportation, reservations,
arrangements, meals, liability, admissions, etc. All ride suggestions are
offered "at your own risk." Don't forget to bring
your own road maps or GPS unit. For the record, these events are not
operated, sponsored or endorsed by
Triumph Motorcycles (America) Ltd.
Check out
this YouTube video
(produced by Hans-Georg Lerdo)
about the
2003, 2004 & 2006 Tiger Ride-Ins. Also visit the
2007 and
2008 Tiger Ride-In
event pages, on this web.
New for 2009:
Each Tiger Ride-In event
will have a one-hour "TIGER SWAP
MEET"....Bring Your Stuff: clean out the tool box, parts bin,
closet, under the bench! (Tiger Parts - Triumph Stuff - Tools - Electronics - Manuals - Posters -
Camping Equipment - Apparel.) "One rider's junk is another rider's
treasure."
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2009 Event Title |
Event Details |
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Eastern US Tiger Ride-In
Th-Su,
4-7 Jun 09
Links to Event Photos:
(to add your photos, please email your link
HERE)
1.
Mark (TN)
2.
Scott Hausdorf
(GA)
3.
Woody (PA)
4.
Keith (GatorWesty)
5.
Paul Bielicki (Mr. RAT)
6.
ArchRider (TN)
7.
Eric Bock
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RESORT:
100 Elk Creek Road,
Ferguson, NC 28264
Located in NW North Carolina.
Coordinates:
Lat: 36.071094.
Long: -81.403136. N 36 deg 4.26564 min W 81 deg 24.18816 min.
NC Highway 268 which runs between Wilkesboro and Lenoir in northwestern
North Carolina. NC268 intersects two major US highways: US 421 at Exit
286B (in Wilkesboro) and US 321 (in Lenoir). |
MOTELS:
May be scarce, but check
HERE
▪ Blowing Rock, NC 15 Miles
▪ Boone, NC 12-15 miles
▪ Lenoir, NC 15 Miles |
PRIVATE CABIN RENTAL:
This rental cabin
is in the area, sleeps 6-8, and is owned by Scot Dail, the former longtime RAT Pack
Leader. |
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LOCATION:
Ferguson, North Carolina, USA
Camping & Event
HQ:
Rider's
Roost Motorcycle Campground / Resort
100 Elk Creek Road,
Ferguson, NC 28264
READ
STEPHEN & RICHARD FORD'S "SCOUTING REPORT":
Click HERE.
CONTACTS:
▪ Eastern
USA Tiger Ride-In Coordinator:
Stephen Ford
c
(336) 317-4417.
▪
Tiger Ride-In Founder
Jerry
Moffit
EVENT FEE:
In order to cover the necessary deposits and obtain counts for event
planning, it's become necessary to establish an Event Fee that will provide
for a campsite group supper (Sat), a campsite group breakfast (Sun) with plenty of food
for both (perhaps even catered) and
other event costs. It does not cover camping or lodging fees. The Event Fee
is non-refundable, but is transferable if necessary. Any net proceeds
will be presented to the
Carnivore Preservation Trust of
Pittsboro, NC as a
group donation. An info booklet with restaurant locations and
suggested day-routes will be provided to registrants at the event.
▪ $25 pp if paid by 15 May 09. Save $5 pp and get 3 free door
prize tickets by registering through 15 May 09. BULLETIN:
As a result of the
outstanding door prizes available, the Early Registration Deadline was
extended through Friday 15 May 09 with the $5 discount, PLUS each Early
Registrant will be given 3 FREE door prize tickets at the event.
The early
registrations will assist with event and catering plans.
▪ $30 pp starting 16 May 09 and get one free door prize
ticket.
▪ Other door prize tickets may be purchased on-site at $5 each.
HOW TO REGISTER: Effective 21 May 09, please pay on-site
($30 pp and get one free door prize ticket).
Due to payment lags, please do not use PayPal or US Mail at
this time. However, if you're coming please advise
Stephen Ford of the names (so we can print enough ride books).
Thursday, 4 Jun 09:
▪
Arrive, check in, review the
Event Booklet & settle
in.
▪ Dinner on your own. |
Saturday, 6 Jun 09:
▪ 0900
hrs. Ride Briefing with recommended routes discussed by Ride
Leaders.
▪ 1700 hrs.
The "One-hour Tiger Swap Meet" - Bring your old Tiger-related
stuff
to swap or sell.
▪ 1800 hrs. Door Prize Drawings followed by Campground Group
Dinner (provided from Event Fee). A
Special
Certificate along with a special door prize will be awarded to
the Tiger Pilot coming the furthest distance to the event. |
Friday,
5 Jun 09:
▪ Friday meals on your own.
▪ 0900 hrs. Event Kickoff with
give-a-ways & raffle prizes.
▪ After that, the day is yours
(to exercise the Tigers).
▪ 2000 hrs. Friday evening campfire and lying. |
Sunday,
7 Jun 09:
▪ 0700 hrs. Campground Group
Breakfast (provided from Event Fee) & Closing Ceremony.
▪ Depart at your leisure. Hope
to see you in Michigan! |
Our "THANKS!"
to the following firms who have provided
over $1,500 worth
of DOOR PRIZE DONATIONS
for this event:
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MARTIN FABRICATION
has provided four 50%-off coupons on any of their Motorcycle Lighting
Kits.
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CYCLE GADGETS.COM has provided a $25 gift card as a door prize.
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The DELTRAN CORPORATION has donated two "Battery
Tender
®" units
(one single, one dual) for door
prizes.
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STOP N GO
INTERNATIONAL has donated a Tire Plug Kit and ball cap.
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HELD USA
(motorcycle apparel)
has contributed a 30%-off Gift Certificate and 3 logo t-shirts.
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CARDO SYSTEMS SCALA has contributed a Scala Rider Q2 Bluetooth
Headset (valued at $220).
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FORMOTION PRODUCTS has contributed a motorcycle clock with
handlebar mount.
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GENUINE INNOVATIONS INC. "#1 in C02 inflators" has
provided
two "large tire" inflation
kits and two "large tire" repair / inflation kits
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KISAN
TECHNOLOGIES INC. (safety electronics for motorcycles) has
donated a $100 gift certificate for their products.
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STICK
BOY BREAD CO. is the Official Bakery for the East Coast US
Tiger Ride-In! Stop in during the Ride-In and try their great products. Yum!
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KISSELL MOTORSPORTS /
www.ShopTriumph.com has
provided three genuine Triumph t-shirts (XXL, XXL & M) for
the event (in addition to hosting this website).
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RYKEL
INDUSTRIES INC., the maker of
the
CrampBuster ®
line, has provided twelve
of their namesake products for the event.
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CASCADE DESIGNS has provided a
SealLine Urban Backpack valued at $110.
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MOTOGEAR OUTLET of
Arvada,
Colorado
provided two $25
Gift Certificates.
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DICK'S SPORTING GOODS has
provided a $20 Gift Certificate.
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PROGRESSIVE INSURANCE has
provided
100 kickstand coasters, lip balms & mini-pocket road atlases.
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RACER PARTS WHOLESALE INC. (Home of Marsee Products) and
HELEN TWOWHEELS PACKING SYSTEMS,
Indianapolis, IN., provided a Marsee 1.5 Liter Bullet Bag,
several Marsee gadget cases and some Nik Wax products.
▪
TOURATECH-USA has
provided two of each of the following products: 901-5018 T-Shirt
size XL, 901-5101 Picnic Knife, 091-0179 Can2Mex DVD.
▪
SCHAMPA provided plenty of
their logo t-shirts, balaclavas and head beanies.
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(Upper)
Midwest US Tiger Ride-In
Th-Sa,
27-29 Aug 09 |
 LOCATION:
Set for the Upper Peninsula
of Michigan with some
gorgeous paved roads and some dirt roads.
▪ Camping:
Indian Lake State Park,
8970W County Road 442, Manistique, MI 49854 (906) 341-2355. Campsite Fee
$16/night or Park Entry Fee $8 per day.
▪ Motel:
Econo Lodge Lakeshore (#MI711), 1101 E.
Lakeshore Dr., Manistique, MI 49854 (906) 341-6014 Fax 906.341.2979
CONTACTS:
2009 Midwest USA Tiger
Ride-In Coordinator:
Abe Vadhavkar
Tiger Ride-In Founder:
Jerry
Moffit The Event Fee is:
▪ $20 pp if rcvd by 27 Jul 09 and
▪ $30 pp after 27 Jul 09 or at gate.
MORE INFO:
2009 Tiger Ride-In
Event Flyer available
HERE (PDF
updated 22 Mar 09)
Latitude, Longitude - WGS 84 (NAD 83);
D: 45.94389, -86.33139;
DM: 45° 56.6334', -86° 19.8834';
DMS: 45° 56' 38.004", -86° 19' 53.004";
UTM: 16T 551824.28916401 5088030.6303243.
To the north (50 miles) is Pictured Rocks National Seashore and Lake
Superior. About 100 miles east along the shore is Mackinac Straits and Mackinac
Bridge (a motorcyclist 'must do'). So if you come from the south, west or
northeast (Canada side), you'll have a grand ride. |
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Western US Tiger Ride-In Fr-Su,
25-27 Sep 09
2009
Western USA
Ride-In Coordinator:
Kyle Thomas
Plan on attending?
Please email Kyle to be added to his pre-event email list. |
 LOCATION:
Kyburz, CA (Lake Tahoe area, Hwy. 50)
GPS: Lat: 38.797443,
Long: -120.145025
Strawberry Lodge: 12 Miles WEST of Kyburz, CA
MAKE RESERVATIONS:
TEL: (530) 659-7200 FAX: (530) 659-0420
www.strawberrylodge.com
Make your reservations early.
Lover’s Leap Campground (PDF
campground map) is
located 1,748 feet from Strawberry Lodge (per Google Maps). This campground is primarily
used by climbers.
There are bears in the area and each campsite has a food locker. The fee is
$10 a night and the amenities
are classified as primitive by the U.S. Forest Service (pit
toilets, no showers). Showers are available at the Strawberry
Lodge. The photo is of the entrance to the campground.
Elevation: 5,711' N 38.47.949
W 120.08.502.
CONTACTS:
2009
Western USA Ride-In Coordinator:
Kyle Thomas
Tiger Ride-In Founder
Jerry
Moffit
MORE INFO: The
2009 Tiger Ride-In
Event Flyer is available
HERE (PDF
updated 22 Mar 09) |
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