Spring 2013 - Romney, West Virginia - May 3-5

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mbabc said:
Hey guys,

I'm doing a ride report (pic heavy) over on advrider. Hope it's OK to link to it.

http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=886109

Guess I'll find out.

Mark in Louisville
Awesome. I'm uploading the video right now. Should be out there by tomorrow. Feel free to put that on there as well if you like. Hell, I stole have the pictures from everyone here anyway.
 

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Here it is. I didn't take many pictures or video, so I used what I had and what you guys posted.

The group riding video includes the shots were "Infamous Baker Bros" and our Tronto friend Newhoco (ADV and Stromtrooper) out front. The single Tenere rider video was Sail2xxs.

2013 Romney Event
 

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Cool vid...I don't remember hearing that music...though I do recall hearing banjo music whenever we stopped.
 

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keeponriding said:
Cool vid...I don't remember hearing that music...though I do recall hearing banjo music whenever we stopped.
Dirt Dad also plays the Banjo? ::025::
 

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coastie said:
Dirt Dad also plays the Banjo? ::025::
No, but I am a piss poor guitar hack. Had to realize I'll never be a real guitarist, so I've sold off all but six of my guitars.

Did I ever tell you guys that when I start a hobby I really commit? ::013::
 

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I decided to stop out at Romney today. Larry and Kevin were together and both said hello, then immediately stated talking about ideas they had to make next year better. They threw several ideas at me. Nothing they are ready to announce, but enough to indicate they are thinking about how to improve the event. They have been reading the different threads about the event and were very pleased that everyone had a good time. They are running the video of the event on their store TV network. It plays about every 45 minutes. Overall it seems like all parties are happy with the outcome of the event.


On a side note, they mentioned they now have a demo Super Tenere for the next few months, so if you have someone looking to try out a bike, you know where they can find one.
 

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I want to start by saying thanks to Romney cycle for putting on this event and everyone else that helped make it happen. I came on my Vstrom from NY because a friend recently bought a Tenere and after a test ride I was very impressed, so I figured a Vstrom/ Tenere event was a perfect place to ride with and learn from the owners. While at the event I decided I wanted a Tenere but recently had purchased a KTM adventure I would have to sell first, so I asked Larry about a trade in for a Tenere and he got back to me right away with a great deal. He made it worth my while to take the trip, so this past Friday I picked up my 2013 white Tenere. ::012::.. I will keep the Vstrom but it will be used mainly for commuting .. I would recommend anyone looking for a new bike to visit Romney cycle for their deals and outstanding customer service..
 

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Congrats on the new Tenere.

Larry showed me your old KTM and told me your story yesterday. Great looking bike, but I'm not big into wrenching, so I wasn't too tempted to make him an offer. Have to say it's pretty impressive when they can make you an offer that is worth riding that distance to do the trade. Enjoy the new Tenere.
 

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Apart from being good guys, they are very smart... run an event ostensibly for Super Teneres, but let all the other guys come too. Some will be ready to jump to an S10, and once they get the Romney Treatment, it's an easy decision! And of course meeting a bunch of happy S10 riders at the same time seals the deal.

Congrats on your white one Taz1199!


Taz1199 said:
I want to start by saying thanks to Romney cycle for putting on this event and everyone else that helped make it happen. I came on my Vstrom from NY because a friend recently bought a Tenere and after a test ride I was very impressed, so I figured a Vstrom/ Tenere event was a perfect place to ride with and learn from the owners. While at the event I decided I wanted a Tenere but recently had purchased a KTM adventure I would have to sell first, so I asked Larry about a trade in for a Tenere and he got back to me right away with a great deal. He made it worth my while to take the trip, so this past Friday I picked up my 2013 white Tenere. ::012::.. I will keep the Vstrom but it will be used mainly for commuting .. I would recommend anyone looking for a new bike to visit Romney cycle for their deals and outstanding customer service..
 

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Taz1199 - Pictures?

Enjoy your new white one, put some miles on it. They like it...
 

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Nice looking bike....though it's well known that it is not as fast as the blue
 
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