MB Amerivespa Roll Call!

Post by **ericalm** » Tue Jun 05, 2012 12:50 am

Hey, all, I know a lot of us will be going to Amerivespa in a couple weeks, so I wanted us to be able to recognize each other and maybe plan an unofficial MBer gathering if time permits. We sort of gravitate together anyways!

If you want, post a pic so we know what you look like! I also put my MB/MV username on my Amerivespa badge.

I'll be up there sometime Thursday!

Maximus53 · Post by **Maximus53** » Tue Jun 05, 2012 1:20 am

I am planning on scooting up from chicago saturday morning for the record attempt then back home sunday. Definitely interesting in meeting some of you, I dont actually know anyone else going up there.

This was the only pic of just me I could find... good luck missing my bright orange riding jacket though!

pugbuddy · Post by **pugbuddy** » Tue Jun 05, 2012 1:47 am

Great idea, Eric! I will also put my MB handle "pugbuddy" on my name tag! For those of you lucky enough to not know what I look like, this pic should spoil your blessedness:

I'll be up there Wednesday afternoon.

gr8dog · Post by **gr8dog** » Tue Jun 05, 2012 2:14 am

I will be coming Saturday morning for the day. I haven't decided yet if I am spending the night. I probably will since it is a 3 hour ride.

Robbie · Post by **Robbie** » Tue Jun 05, 2012 2:24 am

Subject to change at the very last moment I am planning on being there all four days.

My son owns a home about five minutes out of town so he gets to put up with me for three nights......payback is a beach! yuk yuk yuk.

I will be riding up Thursday morning to register....see who I can meet, whatever.

Rob

cfargo · Post by **cfargo** » Tue Jun 05, 2012 2:40 am

Norcal Being Represented here.

Curt Fargo - Vacaville

TVB · Post by **TVB** » Tue Jun 05, 2012 2:44 am

With regret, I am planning to not be there (I have other road trips planned shortly before and after)... but no promises.

Jackie F · Post by **Jackie F** » Tue Jun 05, 2012 2:05 pm

I'll be there, arriving on Thursday.

Post by **polianarchy** » Tue Jun 05, 2012 2:23 pm

jimmbomb · Post by **jimmbomb** » Tue Jun 05, 2012 3:58 pm

I plan on comming on Thursday a day early since I'm on vacation this week..
unfortunately .. I neglected to pick out a hotel/motel/ bed..
Any suggestions? and advice? any help would be cool...
I've got 1 maybe 2 friends that will come with if we can get decent acomodations.
thanks to all who suggest and help out..
PS. the picture was from Kansas City Rally 2 weeks ago..

PS.. ericalm... wheres your picture? I missed you at NOLA last year

Post by **ericalm** » Tue Jun 05, 2012 5:02 pm

jimmbomb wrote:

I plan on comming on Thursday a day early since I'm on vacation this week..
unfortunately .. I neglected to pick out a hotel/motel/ bed..
Any suggestions? and advice? any help would be cool...
I've got 1 maybe 2 friends that will come with if we can get decent accommodations.

Try the AV thread on ModernVespa or even posting on the Facebook page.
http://modernvespa.com/forum/topic90308
http://www.facebook.com/events/287678534582550/

jimmbomb wrote:PS.. ericalm... wheres your picture? I missed you at NOLA last year

Precisely the point on this thread!

Here I am at AV last year! Photo by polianarchy, who will be missed this year!

Post by **illnoise** » Tue Jun 05, 2012 8:53 pm

Me me me.

Look for me at the PistonPorted/2strokebuzz/FactoryTools booth (I'm closing Scootmoto.com, so I'll be trying to unload all remaining merchandise)

I'm riding up Friday morning from Chicago and staying at the Harbor Shores, and Eric, PM me with your plans…

I'll have my forest green metallic '71 Vespa Primavera and my orange Blur, my friend Alfredo and I will be tag-teaming bikes for alternating comfort/vintage cred.

Bb.

iMoses · Post by **iMoses** » Tue Jun 05, 2012 9:04 pm

My MB screen name is iMoses, my real name is Moses...
I kept it simple... I don't want to forget who I am.

I'll be there on my Buddy 125.. It will have the Texas flag seat cover.

Dean F · Post by **Dean F** » Wed Jun 06, 2012 12:04 am

Scooting up at the crack of dawn on Saturday morning and staying at Harbour Shores.

etak · Post by **etak** » Wed Jun 06, 2012 1:48 am

Me (Kate). I'll be on my Blackjack.

Jim (my husband). He'll be on his GTS 300.

We're staying at the Harbor Shores, Thur - Sun. Can't wait!

Rob · Post by **Rob** » Wed Jun 06, 2012 10:35 pm

I'm going to do my best to be there .... at least for a day but I'm shooting for more.

A pic from a fishing trip a few years back ...but the only one I could find of myself in my photobucket album. I'm the guy on the far left and probably 5# heavier these days.

Rob

chloefpuff · Post by **chloefpuff** » Fri Jun 08, 2012 2:27 am

Gonna be there, gotta find a pic of me with the Pinky......

teacherquinn · Post by **teacherquinn** » Fri Jun 08, 2012 4:25 pm

I'll be there on my GTS beginning Wednesday. Look for me in registration Thursday morning. Can't miss the gray hair!

xTomBx · Post by **xTomBx** » Mon Jun 11, 2012 12:01 pm

Trying to make last minute arrangements to get there…
What are the chances of still finding a place to stay? Most likely bringing my wife along.
Will probably truck Argyle in for the festivities. Its about a 4 hour drive for us.
Fri-sat, or even fri-sat-sun.

etak · Post by **etak** » Mon Jun 11, 2012 1:30 pm

On our way - hope to meet many of you soon!

jimmbomb · Post by **jimmbomb** » Mon Jun 11, 2012 5:05 pm

xTomBx wrote:Trying to make last minute arrangements to get there…
What are the chances of still finding a place to stay? Most likely bringing my wife along.
Will probably truck Argyle in for the festivities. Its about a 4 hour drive for us.
Fri-sat, or even fri-sat-sun.

try the Lake Geneva Motel.... 10 minute walk to the host hotel.
I got in there on Friday for 100$ per nite..2 full beds,,
good luck

BuddyBliss · Post by **BuddyBliss** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 2:02 pm

We will be arriving on Weds and staying at Geneva Ridge, looking forward to meeting all of you! Eric can you bring some extra MB stickers and PATCHES please!!! We needs them!

Moses, I'll be looking for your Texas seat cover!

Post by **ericalm** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 7:55 pm

Patches are GONE!

I will bring decals, though. Genuine/Scooterworks should have some interesting giveaways, too!

Post by **illnoise** » Wed Jun 13, 2012 12:46 am

I will have a few MB patches at the 2strokebuzz/scootmoto/factorytools/pistonported mersh table. I only have 5 or so, I think. First come, first served. :)

EDIT: I have a whopping TWO left. So I won't put 'em on display, I'll hold one for BuddyBliss and one for the first person to find me a cherry Coke Slurpee.

Bb

BuddyBliss · Post by **BuddyBliss** » Wed Jun 13, 2012 12:51 pm

Yippee!! Thank you so much!! This is the best day ever!

gr8dog · Post by **gr8dog** » Thu Jun 14, 2012 10:29 pm

Well, I've had a change of plans. I was going to ride down Saturday morning and head home Saturday evening. I decided that wasn't enough time so I got a room in Burlington for Friday and Saturday nights and registered for the event. Now all that is left is to get next Friday off of work.

I can't wait to see you all there!

pugbuddy · Post by **pugbuddy** » Fri Jun 15, 2012 2:02 am

Glad to hear it, gr8dog! I hope to see you there! God bless!

Robbie · Post by **Robbie** » Sun Jun 17, 2012 1:59 am

I met Jim and Kate from New York today at the Scooterworks open house breakfast prior to the Chicago Mods and Rockers event.

It was nice to meet you both.....I am impressed with your long range ride...very devoted riders you are.

Maybe we'll meet again at Amerivespa.

Stay safe,

Rob

Post by **ericalm** » Sun Jun 17, 2012 5:44 am

Touching down in Chicago tomorrow evening!

gr8dog · Post by **gr8dog** » Sun Jun 17, 2012 7:16 pm

ericalm wrote:Touching down in Chicago tomorrow evening!

Whoa, you're doing the whole week. Have fun, I hope I see you there.

ender07 · Post by **ender07** » Sun Jun 17, 2012 9:50 pm

If I can go I would only be able to go Thurs-Fri since I work on the weekends, is it worth going and paying $65 registration cost to only go for two days and not participate in the parade of scooters or have the banquet?

ScootLemont · Post by **ScootLemont** » Mon Jun 18, 2012 2:12 am

I am planning on just coming for just Saturday (as of right now - but that might change - thinking about coming up on Friday)

Weather looks pretty good right now... 86 & only a 30% chance of scattered rain.

See you MBers there

(Yes, I will probably be in my sunglasses & "Wall Drug" hat so this pic will be helpful)

ScootLemont · Post by **ScootLemont** » Mon Jun 18, 2012 2:18 am

ericalm wrote:Touching down in Chicago tomorrow evening!

I feel a disturbance in the Chicago Scooter Force.... Eric must have landed

and by the way... the hash tag for Amerivespa appears to be #AVLG

Post by **ericalm** » Mon Jun 18, 2012 12:37 pm

ScootLemont wrote:
ericalm wrote:Touching down in Chicago tomorrow evening!
I feel a disturbance in the Chicago Scooter Force.... Eric must have landed

and by the way... the hash tag for Amerivespa appears to be #AVLG

SO, anything fun to do in this city for a few days?

ScootLemont · Post by **ScootLemont** » Mon Jun 18, 2012 3:04 pm

ericalm wrote: SO, anything fun to do in this city for a few days?

I dont know what you are into but here are my suggestions

The Art Institute is a must visit (& air conditioned - its going to be hot today & tomorrow)
http://youtu.be/ubpRcZNJAnE

Millenium park is great for people watching

The Lakefront museum campus is a cool place to walk around even if you dont go into a museum (but I love the Field Museum)

Since you are from LA & the tallest building there is a tiny 1,000 feet, you might get a kick out of the Sky deck at the Willis Tower (1,400 feet) & again.... air conditioned.

Navy Pier is fun for people watching, having a cold beverage & hanging out

For tonight...
Second City is always a good time if you like improv comedy

The Cubs are playing the Sox on the south side.... doubt you can get tickets to that, but Wrigleyville (home of the Cub's Wrigley Field) should have some packed bars with people watching the game.

Post by **ericalm** » Mon Jun 18, 2012 5:34 pm

You wouldn't want to be in the Sears tower when an earthquake hit!

I'm at the Art Institute now. It's overwhelming.

Hot today!

ScootLemont · Post by **ScootLemont** » Mon Jun 18, 2012 5:49 pm

ericalm wrote:You wouldn't want to be in the Sears tower when an earthquake hit!
I'm at the Art Institute now. It's overwhelming.
Hot today!

Yeah... its a scorcher - same tomorrow

Glad you like the Art Institute. Its one of my favorite things about living in the Chicago area.

We dont have earth quakes! Just Tornadoes, but they dont make it into the city.

Have fun

ender07 · Post by **ender07** » Mon Jun 18, 2012 6:25 pm

DO you have to register in order to participate in the rides and whatnot? I would only be able to go Thurs & Fri so I would be missing all the stuff I'm paying for...like the banquet.

iMoses · Post by **iMoses** » Mon Jun 18, 2012 6:34 pm

ericalm wrote:You wouldn't want to be in the Sears tower when an earthquake hit!

...or a hi-rise fire either...

Post by **ericalm** » Mon Jun 18, 2012 7:00 pm

ender07 wrote:DO you have to register in order to participate in the rides and whatnot? I would only be able to go Thurs & Fri so I would be missing all the stuff I'm paying for...like the banquet.

Yes, you do have to register to ride and attend the other events. Thursday includes a lunch, appetizers and food at night. Friday night is the Genuine party. You will also get a rally bag with shirt, patch and a bunch of other stuff.

I can't really say if $60 is worth it for you, but I'd pay it for the two days. It costs a whole hell of a lot to put on an event like this so some of getting "your money's worth" is paying for all the resources required to run and host the event. You're also getting access to all the activities, etc. I don't know about you, but I can easily blow $60 on 2 days' worth of entertainment and activities and not get as much out of it as I would at Amerivespa.

Post by **ericalm** » Mon Jun 18, 2012 7:05 pm

ScootLemont wrote:We dont have earth quakes! Just Tornadoes, but they dont make it into the city.

I used to live in a city where tornadoes didn't come into the city. Until one did and hit a skyscraper.

Resting my dogs then heading over to Hancock tower, which some have told me has a better view and is cheaper than Sears Willis.

ender07 · Post by **ender07** » Mon Jun 18, 2012 7:21 pm

ericalm wrote:Resting my dogs then heading over to Hancock tower, which some have told me has a better view and is cheaper than Sears Willis.

It's true, at the Willis tower you have to pay to get in but at Hancock you only have to buy a drink, and considering for ~$8-10 you can get a decent drink in an air conditioned building with a nice view...it's better than the Willis tower!

And idk if the wife will think the same about spending $60 on two days but you sold me!

Post by **ericalm** » Mon Jun 18, 2012 7:38 pm

ender07 wrote:
ericalm wrote:Resting my dogs then heading over to Hancock tower, which some have told me has a better view and is cheaper than Sears Willis.
It's true, at the Willis tower you have to pay to get in but at Hancock you only have to buy a drink, and considering for ~$8-10 you can get a decent drink in an air conditioned building with a nice view...it's better than the Willis tower!

And idk if the wife will think the same about spending $60 on two days but you sold me!

And if you find me, you will get a free ModernBuddy decal.

ScootLemont · Post by **ScootLemont** » Tue Jun 19, 2012 12:14 am

The Hancock skydeck is nice - it has a cool "open air" area that is screened in - its cool to be "outside" that high up.

But.... the Willis / Sears has all glass "cubes" that stick out 4 feet from the side of the building so you can step "out" & look down.

Both are good choices.

Is this your first trip to Chicago?

Did you get your pic taken staring at the Seurat painting like Cameron & Stewie?

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Post by **ericalm** » Tue Jun 19, 2012 1:11 am

This is my first "real" trip to Chicago, as in not just passing through.

I didn't do the Ferris Bueller photo in front of Sunday at the Grande Jatte, but I could spend a day taking pictures of people taking pictures of the painting and doing the Bueller shot.

ScootLemont · Post by **ScootLemont** » Tue Jun 19, 2012 1:37 am

the "Cameron Photo" at the Art Institute is the Chicago equivalent of getting your photo taken with a Buckingham Palace guard, posing like you are holding up the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Abbey Road crosswalk shot, posing with your arms up next to the Rocky statue in Philly, etc

Photos of people taking the "Cameron Photo" would make a funny website - I should get on that.

ScootLemont · Post by **ScootLemont** » Tue Jun 19, 2012 1:57 am

By the way... if you go to the old Chicago Water tower on Michigan Ave, that is built from Lemont Limestone (from my town)

Fun Fact - the Chicago Water Tower was the inspiration for the design of the White Castle restaurants.

Fun Fact #2 - the Art Institute building was built for the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition (but it didnt hold art at the fair)

Back on topic... any decision made about a MB meetup time & location?

Post by **ericalm** » Tue Jun 19, 2012 1:46 pm

ScootLemont wrote:Back on topic... any decision made about a MB meetup time & location?

Maybe a group MB ride to the Genuine event Friday night?

iMoses · Post by **iMoses** » Tue Jun 19, 2012 3:42 pm

ericalm wrote:
ScootLemont wrote:Back on topic... any decision made about a MB meetup time & location?
Maybe a group MB ride to the Genuine event Friday night?

NICE!

Post by **ericalm** » Tue Jun 19, 2012 4:07 pm

iMoses wrote:
ericalm wrote:
ScootLemont wrote:Back on topic... any decision made about a MB meetup time & location?
Maybe a group MB ride to the Genuine event Friday night?
NICE!

We'll kind of need to figure out where things are and get the lay of the land first. This seems most probable. We'll post anything in THIS THREAD so seek up! I'll also post to the TWO Buddy Facebook groups.

http://www.facebook.com/groups/27083514052/
http://www.facebook.com/groups/3986518807/

And to Twitter:
http://twitter.com/scooterism
#AVLG