Hi Folks,
After the monthly bike night described last month, the Gateway Ducati Owners Group kept up with their activities for the last 3 weeks of May.
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Sunday, May 12, 2013
Gateway Ducati Owners Group May Monthly Message
Hi Folks,
The month of April went by fast. I was out of town starting on the 15th and did not return until May 5. During my absence, the group rides continued. The second group ride of April had a date change due to the ride leader's, Jay, preference for riding in weather above 50 degrees. This was a great idea. Unfortunately, the ride did not end up as planned. Four riders set out: Jay, Kovy Young, Frank Trau, and Aaron Davis for a ride down to Bixby. On Highway P, south of Potosi, Kovy encountered a problem in the turn and had an accident. The members of the group handled the situation well. Frank and Jay stayed with Kovy, kept him from moving, and made certain he was still breathing. Aaron drove back to where he could get a cell phone signal and dialed 911. The paramedics arrived, took him to the hospital in Potosi, eventually to SLU hospital, and now Kovy is back home, walking around. He told me via text that he shall return to riding as soon as he is able. All of us are grateful that he is recovering and wish him well. Jay was leading his first ride, and showed remarkable poise and maturity when he encountered this situation. Jay's actions are to be commended. In fact, all of the riders did an excellent job making sure their injured friend was well taken care of.
Sunday, April 7, 2013
March and April 2013 Message
Hi Everyone,
I chose to combine March and April messages as the weather in March 2013 was not conducive to man or beast, especially those who use 2 wheels to get around.
I chose to combine March and April messages as the weather in March 2013 was not conducive to man or beast, especially those who use 2 wheels to get around.
Sunday, February 17, 2013
February 2013 Monthly Message
Hi Folks,
Mother Nature has made it difficult to enjoy life on two
wheels for most of January and thus far in February. Regardless, we shall continue to do what we can to prepare
for the upcoming riding season as spring is around the corner!
I recently attended the International Motorcycle Show in the
Chicago area. Ducati unveiled the
Diavel Strada and the Hyper Strada.
These two motorcycles are designed to be commuter and traveling versions
of the Hypermotard and the Diavel.
Both add a small windshield and panniers. Once I learn how to post photos, I will show them on the
website. Ducati also put on a
fashion show at the event that I did not attend.
Saturday, January 12, 2013
The January 12, 2013 Ride to Eat Pizza Report
The January 12, 2013 Ride to Eat Pizza has been completed.
The day started out with sunny skies and 50 degree temperatures as we set off on our own routes to PW Pizza. Four riders showed: Jeremy Kocher on his MV Agusta Brutale, Al Schwartz on his Diavel, Kevin Fitzgerald on his Monster, and Gary Kwawer on his battle scarred Multistrada.
The restaurant was happy we were there. We had great conversation, good food, and a pleasant couple of hours. After eating, there was Ducati and MV appreciation time, and as the skies clouded up, temperatures started cooling, we headed back. One suggestion was to rotate the ad-hoc dining events to different types of food (Indian, Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese, Italian, etc). Broad agreement was reached among the four of us. Kevin suggested we also include an exercise class before riding in order to burn calories in preparation for the meals. Jeremy was nominated for the role of exercise leader, but he has not accepted the position as of yet.
We shall continue riding to eat, weather permitting, this winter. Be safe and have fun.
The day started out with sunny skies and 50 degree temperatures as we set off on our own routes to PW Pizza. Four riders showed: Jeremy Kocher on his MV Agusta Brutale, Al Schwartz on his Diavel, Kevin Fitzgerald on his Monster, and Gary Kwawer on his battle scarred Multistrada.
The restaurant was happy we were there. We had great conversation, good food, and a pleasant couple of hours. After eating, there was Ducati and MV appreciation time, and as the skies clouded up, temperatures started cooling, we headed back. One suggestion was to rotate the ad-hoc dining events to different types of food (Indian, Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese, Italian, etc). Broad agreement was reached among the four of us. Kevin suggested we also include an exercise class before riding in order to burn calories in preparation for the meals. Jeremy was nominated for the role of exercise leader, but he has not accepted the position as of yet.
We shall continue riding to eat, weather permitting, this winter. Be safe and have fun.
Sunday, January 6, 2013
GDOG Schedule of Events 2013 (preliminary)
Hi Folks,
Here is the proposed schedule of events that will soon have its own place on the website. Please review and email any improvements and suggestions to me (president@gatewayducati.com).
Here is the proposed schedule of events that will soon have its own place on the website. Please review and email any improvements and suggestions to me (president@gatewayducati.com).
January
Ad hoc rides as weather permits
February
February 3- Group Ride?
February 5-Bike Night at Triumph Grill
February 16- 2nd Group Ride
March
March 3- Group Ride
March 5- Bike Night
March 16- 2nd Group Ride
April
April 2 Bike Night
April 7- Group Ride
April 20- 2nd Group Ride
April 21- MotoGP in Austin, TX
May
May 1- Scavenger Hunt Start
May 5- Group Ride
May 7- Bike Night
May 18- 2nd Group Ride
June
June 2- Group Ride
June 4 Bike Night
June 15- 2nd Group Ride
July
July 2- Bike Night
July-6 Group Ride
July 15- 2nd Group Ride
July 21- MotoGP at Laguna Seca
August
August 4- Group Ride
August 6 Bike Night
August 16-18 GDOG ride to MotoGP in Indy?
August 17- 2nd Group Ride
September
September 1 Group Ride
September 14 2nd Group Ride
October
October 1- Scavenger Hunt Ends
October 6 Group Ride
October 8 Bike Night
October 19 2nd Group Ride
November
November 3- Group Ride
November 5- Bike Night
November 16- 2nd Bike Nights
December
December 3
Holiday Party! Triumph
Grill
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