That's pretty accurate yet as far as I know (not many have posted about it lately though) ... although I don't think Wayne and Chris2P will be going. I think Chris has to work, but I'm waiting to hear back from him to confirm (He was going to try to get off work if  he can), and Wayne said it's too far of a ride for him this time, but maybe he'll change his mind?   

OK folks, heres the "final" route.  As you can see its pretty much the same as before just some added stuff there on the south end.  Heres a quick run down of how I see it going.

We will be leaving the Lycoming Mall McDonalds parking lot at Noon please try to make it on time, since we have lots of miles ahead of us, it would be good to get out on the roads on time.    You might want to be early to rest up a bit before we head out.

Out we go from #1 and we can all get gas at #2 so everyone is ready to go.  Up to #3 is tight roads newly tar and chipped to #4 is rt864, curvy but bumpy (welcome to PA!) to #5 is rt87, nice swoopy scenery, after about a hour we will be at #5 Worlds End State Park, we can hang out for 15-20 min and gawk, then take off.

From #5 to #6 rt 154 is a mixed bag of nice tight to bumpy tight roads, some recent patch work should be complete.  West of #6 we will jump on rt14 for just a few miles then hang a left onto rt.414, not the best road but it makes the connection, and good views from the top a hill.  After we pass under rt15 we can stop at a Exxon for a few minutes and regroup/refresh.  We can then continue on and go down over the hill to rt287, nice open and curvy up to Wellsboro, then take all the back roads out to the PA Grand Canyon over look.  There we can hang out take pics etc, theres not a whole lot there, but last time I was there, there was a guy selling asorted maple syrup stuff, ice cream, cotton candy( ), maybe he will still be there.

Then off we go, retrace our route back down rt287, but keep going clean down to the turn off for #10 Little Pine Creek State Park.  This is where we can skip it or not, depending on how everyone feels, its a cool place to stop but the road in and out isn't very nice. Either way, we can then continue down to #11 and either jump on the highway and take the quick way back, or head out through Jeresey Shore and take the back way.  This will take us out over the mountain and through a predominantly Amish valley, back to the mall, or short cut over the mountain and back into Billtown for some eats!    (bargovic, start thinking of a good place to go where we could all go and have a chance of getting a table at 5-6 on a Satuday.  Is there a good Chineese buffet over there somewhere?)

Thats the deal, not the best, not the worst, but it is a loop, and without going to far you get to see some nice scenery and hopefully very little traffic.  222 miles total, 5 or more hours, # of traffic lights between #2 and #7, Zero. 

Anyway, all are welcome!  If your coming PLEASE post up before you come that way we can kind of take a roll call before we go.  I'll be checking this thread before I leave my place on Saturday.



-Paul

Paul - Nice planning!

Here are some of my eatery suggestions, not in any particular order(all are in the williamsport area):

China buffet, its at the end of 3rd (the golden strip) if this link isnt that one, its right near there:
http://www.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&q=chinese&ie=UTF8&near=17701&om=1&latlng=41247217,-77020571,5186218385898997144

Bull frog brewery(good micro brew, I would need to make a reservation):
http://www.bullfrogbrewery.com/

Valley Inn(good micro brew, new bar and restaurant, few miles outside of williamsport):
http://www.valleyinnonline.com/

The Lodge:
http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=the+lodge,+17701&ie=UTF8&om=1&latlng=41247217,-77020571,787383464697466929

Santinos (good pizza and itallian, 2 blocks from my apt):
http://www.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&q=santino%27s&ie=UTF8&near=17702&om=1&latlng=41228333,-77006111,9725136581750243467

OIP( pizza chain ):
http://www.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&q=Original+Italian+Pizza&near=17702&ie=UTF8&om=1&latlng=41228333,-77006111,6736802791800722661

We also have the other chains - ruby tuesday, tgi fridays, etc.  I personaly  vote for valley Inn or bull frog, but would go to any. Everyone weigh in and maybe we can come to an agreement of where to go by friday?

I'd vote for one of the local places to try something new, over eating at one of the chains which you can find most anywhere.
Don't let all the corporate chains run out the "mom and pop" stores people!!!   
Seriously though, I'd like to try out the Bull Frog or the Valley Inn, but I'll eat anywhere 'cause I'm not picky.  So, whatever the consensus may be, is good with me.

I'm getting real excited about this trip.

Thanks for planning, what looks and sounds like, a great route Paul.
And thanks for looking up all those eating options bargovic.  ... now I'm hungry.   

Awsome eatery suggestions! 

I didn't even think of the Valley Inn, that could work into the route really well.  We can all take a vote on Saturday.

So is this right?

1. LadyJules31 - Confirmed
2. VMethos - Confirmed
3. pdg108 - Confirmed
4. bargovic - Confirmed

Anyone know the status of these guys?
5. Chris2P   (Chris from Montgomeryville, PA - Not confirmed yet.)
6. koganti   (East Windsor, NJ)
7. spotswood_suzuki   (Wayne from NJ - May not make it but we hope he does.)
8. LimaXray  (Matt from NJ)
9. Trwhouse  (Todd from L ancaster, PA)
10. wildbill

Quote from: bargovic on September 29, 2006, 04:56:42 AM
So is this right?

1. LadyJules31 - Confirmed
2. VMethos - Confirmed
3. pdg108 - Confirmed
4. bargovic - Confirmed

Anyone know the status of these guys?
5. Chris2P   (Chris from Montgomeryville, PA - Not confirmed yet.)
6. koganti   (East Windsor, NJ)
7. spotswood_suzuki   (Wayne from NJ - May not make it but we hope he does.)
8. LimaXray  (Matt from NJ)
9. Trwhouse  (Todd from L ancaster, PA)
10. wildbill

I didn't made the list but earlier I mentioned I was thinking about it.  Talked with the wife and we decided we're going to stay for the Northwestern game. 

Looks like a great ride, wish we could do it.  Have fun and have some microbrew (after the ride)!

Have a great time, everyone, and ride safe.  Sorry I dumped out on you.  Can't wait to see the pictures.  Please post as soon as you can.

I don't think Koganti and Spotswood_Suzuki are going.

I won't be making it, but enjoy.....sounds like it is going to be a great day!

Wayne

P.S  Ride Safe!

Updated:

1. LadyJules31 - Confirmed
2. VMethos - Confirmed
3. pdg108 - Confirmed
4. bargovic - Confirmed

jackiei26 - Not going
spotswood_suzuki - Not going
LPC2104 - Not going

Unconfirmed:
koganti
Chris2P
LimaXray
Trwhouse
wildbill

Chris2P called me tonight and confirmed he is NOT going to make it.

I won't be going to Kmart in Allentown in the morning since nobody is meeting me there, lol. I'll just head to the McD's to meet you all there.

I'll most likely stay out there for the night. I'll check back here in the morning.

Updated:

1. LadyJules31 - Confirmed
2. VMethos - Confirmed
3. pdg108 - Confirmed
4. bargovic - Confirmed

jackiei26 - Not going
spotswood_suzuki - Not going
LPC2104 - Not going
Chris2P-Not going

Unconfirmed:
koganti
LimaXray
Trwhouse
wildbill

I was going go up until today when the doo doo hit the fan... our team's project is coming to a close and we're a little behind so I get to spend this most beautiful Saturday sitting in my effing cube testing software.  Isn't that just awesome 

oh well... maybe next time

Hi Jules et al,
Actually, I was planning to go until today and now I have other commitments.
Have a great ride and I hope the weather is nice.
I will get there with you all one of these times!
Best wishes,
Todd

I am planning on getting there tomorrow by 11 and I intend to ride home tomorrow night after the group ride and dinner, unless I end up being way too exhausted... but, I'll figure that out tomorrow.  I'll post again tomorrow morning before leaving, just to let you know I woke up and am on my way.  I'm not much of a morning person on weekends (or any day for that matter), but for a day of riding I think I can get myself up before 8 instead of sleeping until 10.   


1. LadyJules31 - Confirmed
2. VMethos - Confirmed
3. pdg108 - Confirmed
4. bargovic - Confirmed

jackiei26 - Not going
spotswood_suzuki - Not going
LPC2104 - Not going
Chris2P-Not going
LimaXray - Not going (stuck in a cubicle)
Trwhouse - Not going

Unconfirmed:
koganti
wildbill

It's about 8:30 and I'm heading out in a minute or two.
See you sometime around 11'ish.

Well, it looks like we are down to three. Jules just sent me a message, and let me know she can't make it.  So I'll see you over there bargovic. 

rain or shine. see you there.

Burrrrrrrrrrr.  I finally thawed out.  And its still raining here. Oh well, a wet cold ride is better than no ride. Heres the one pic we took.



We were talking about trying a re-do of the ride again next weekend if the weather is nicer... anyone interested?

Brrrr... is right.  I had to kick the heat on when I got home.    I'm up for another try next weekend if anybody else is.  I'm free the next few weekends so if the weather looks good maybe we can get one last big group ride in this year.

That's a great pic of you guys... Sorry I couldn't make it. I wasn't able to get much sleep last night and didn't think I should ride that far while being tired. I guess it's kinda good I couldn't make it... it rained all day here and was quite chilly outside.

Looks like a nice place you stopped to take the pic. Where was that taken? (Which of the stops?) Did you guys do the whole loop today?

I would be up for a ride next weekend if others are too. Keep us posted...