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Posted by: Bobman
There has been some recent interest in starting an ATV club in central Oklahoma. I don't know exactly what all is entailed with starting a club of this nature but I figure the best way to learn is to start one and see what happens.
That being said, I setup an E-Mail account and a simple web site through my AOL account. So, anyone who would be interested in joining this club is more than welcome.
E-Mail COACATVCLUB@AOL.COM
Web Site: http://members.aol.com/coacatvclub
If any of you individuals who already have successful club membership experience under your belt and would like to give me a little input that would certainly be appreciated as well. Thankyou in advance.
Bob
Posted by: trailride
Im ready to ride how about you guys?
Posted by: Bobman
Well I didn't know the weather was going to be this nice and I had to move my boat and help my mom get her Christmas stuff down and all that.
Bob
Posted by: nukeim
Soooo nice out today, and couldn't go with only 3 tires...I'm not that good at wheelies. BR>
Tomorrow is supposed to be crappy too.
Posted by: trailride
Hey guys
sunday was a nice day to ride but i rode the bike in a toy run wish i was on the old 650 though. I rode with a club i used to be in there were 192 bikes in the run. Was a nice ride here in shawnee. Looks like my december is full so i wont do much if any riding the rest of the year. And i got my comp back only to find that they didnt hook up my modem or properly install it , and get this I sent it out with windows M E and got it back with windows 98. so its back in the shop once again, so maybe soon ill beable to email you guys but ill have to get new pics all my info on the computer is lost now. Well see yall soon
Brent
Posted by: Bobman
Hey Brent Glad to hear from you,
Well I am not even going to get into the Win XP vs Win 98 debate...hahah. I will just state that I am one who still believe XP stands for Xtra problems.
I was looking in an ATV magazine and saw an article about a really nice riding area/trails system in Chadwick, MO. Looked like it had somethiing for everyone. It had rock and dirt trails for those who like that and it has mud boggs for those who like that. I am thinking that this Spring would be a great time to go up there. They have ample camping areas I am told.
Bob "4 Wheelers and camping... the best combo since Paris Hilton and her sister" Bobman
Posted by: trailride
Bob
Me and some other guys were going to chadwick mo afew months ago but i couldnt go then, but the guys who went had a blast and a few broken quads. The trails at chadwick are really rocky and some that arent but i heard its a challenge to ride the rocky corse , but i like my wheels straight and my plastic in one piece, but yes i would like to go check it out, there are places for every type of quad ,which is what our club has, so i also want oyu guys to come check out prauge lake on a good warm day soon.
Brent
Posted by: nukeim
Hey, where do you guys buy tires locally?
I went to two stealers today, and they both quoted me in the $140-$150 price range...FOR ONE FREAKING TIRE!
Tractor Supply has a pretty heavy duty one at around $50, but it seems kind of heavy. I also looked at Brians ATV. Do any of you have any other suggestions as to where to go for a new tire?
Thanks,
-Mike
Posted by: Nicname
What kind of tire are you looking for? You could easliy order two tires for that $140. I have never bought tires over the counter, I have always ordered them.
Posted by: nukeim
I popped one of the stockers on my Z400. Most of what I have found are 21" x 7r x 10. Stockers are 22" x 7r x 10. I really didn't want to lose any clearance, but due to availability, I may have to go with the 21s.
I ride 75% dirt, and trails (Draper)...25% sand down at the river. I popped this tire on a rock (or root) trail riding, so a thicker sidewall is probably a good idea.
I know I can order a pair for that much, I was just wanting to know if anyone knew of a good place to buy local...I am an "instant gratification" type guy, and don't like to wait But with the prices I have been seeing, I may have to grow a patience gene.
Posted by: Bobman
Mike,
I have NEVER been in there but I can tell you one place that has been in business for a long time and is not too far from your home is "Cycle South" on SE 29th and Sunnylane (SE corner of intersection next to Wallgreen).
Another long term place is "Del City Cycle" on SE 29th between Sunnylane and Sooner. Those places have been around forever so you might give them a call.
Bob
Posted by: Bobman
Brent,
When the weather straitens up and gets warmer I would like to go to Prague and ride. The pictures that I have seen of Chadwick look pretty nice. I don't mind rocks and I usually go slow enough that I don't get my quad too torn up (unlike Good ole Ozzy). Kind of reminds me of a trail that Keith and I got on in SE oklahoma, we start up this tall hill, not real steep but just long and tall and about half way up it all turns to rocks about 4-7 inches in diameter and they were all jagged and messed up. It took forever to make it to the top. but we made it and it was a good ride...man we need to all ride again when the weather gets better.
Bob
Posted by: nukeim
Hey, thanks Bob! I had forgotten about them. Actually drove right by both of them today, and didn't stop....But that's because I'm a dumba$$, and I do things like that.
Posted by: Bobman
No problem Mike...
I know this sounds kinda sappy and Reganomics in nature but I like buying locally in my own community. I never really thoguht it mattered but I once saw a study that shows if you spend $1 in a town of less than 100,000 people approximately 58% or something like that of it is eventually reinvested in that community, even throug utilities, salary etc...just thogut I would pass that info on. But back to tires, yeah I will be needing some new ones next year. Let me know how Cycle South and Del City Cyle treat ya.
Bob
Posted by: nukeim
Neither treated me well today. When they said "$10 per tire to mount", and I told them that Wal-Mart only charges $3.50....You see...That's the point where that guy should say...."How about $10 for both?" But he said, "fine, go there".
I said OK.
I went back to Brians ATV and ordered some Holeshots....With a 4 ply sidewall this time BR>
At one point, three people in there were helping me pick a set of tires, you know....Questions and answers going both ways across the counter. At no point did they act like I was interupting their important task of sitting around (like everywhere else I have been has done). They acted like I was a paying customer, and they wanted my money. Just like it's supposed to work, IMO.
They will get lots of business from me, even if I have to pay and extra buck or two. Nice folks in there.
I think all the parts dealers are just mad about this whole "internet thing" and how it makes for a slightly mory savvy consumer. I don't understand how they stay in business.
And Reaganomics are the reason that Clinton didn't have to worry about the budget IMO.
Posted by: bearaf
I've only heard good things about holeshots. I was going to get some when I replaced my rear tires but just couldn't part with the $$! I'll always go to the people that treat me the best even if I have to pay a little more. I'd rather give my money to the nice guy than the a$$ any day!
Posted by: Bobman
Walmart does sell ATV tires, I think they are Carlisle but I am not sure. The ones I saw on the ITP web site that looked like would be best for me were the Trailwolf series. I think that is what I will get next year (or if need be sooner). Any of you guys plan any snow riding? I've never ridden in snow but it may be cool.
Bob
Posted by: trailride
I want about 10" of snow . Ihave an old truck hood for a sled. And yes bob snow riding is fun, but its also very cold i wonder why? But anyway im getting a new set of tires and wheels soon also, 27" ITP 589 on c-series wheels. If you havent ever seen these tires the are bad ass.
Brent
Posted by: Bobman
Brent,
Good to hear from ya..... If Michael had good dealings with Bryan's I will probably shop there.
Michael, do you know if Bryan's sells Winches? I know I can get one through Cabela's but I like the idea of buying locally. My motto has always been "Buy local, if you get burned you will at least know where to throw the rock through the plate glass window" That was a bad bad thing I said...sorry kids.. "Remeber we don't throw rocks through windows," he said in his outside voice.
Bob
Posted by: nukeim
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Originally posted by: Bobman
Brent,
Good to hear from ya..... If Michael had good dealings with Bryan's I will probably shop there.
Michael, do you know if Bryan's sells Winches? I know I can get one through Cabela's but I like the idea of buying locally. My motto has always been "Buy local, if you get burned you will at least know where to throw the rock through the plate glass window" That was a bad bad thing I said...sorry kids.. "Remeber we don't throw rocks through windows," he said in his outside voice.
Bob
Nice quote Bob I'm not sure about throwing things through windows, but I do like to buy local, and this is the only shop that I found that acted like they gave two rats snotballs about my business.
As far as winches, I didn't see any. But I did happen to see that they ordered my tires through a very popular dealers distributor (Parts something online. ) that would most likely have winches.
I have been in there 4 or 5 times to look at ATVs, (before I bought this one) as well as parts. They treated me good enough for them to get my business again.
Like I said in a previous post. I'm not a regular (not to mention I spin my own wrenches, so their mechanic doesn't know me) and they acted like I had spent thousands in there, and my name was Norm.
I'll give them my name tomorrow, and if you go in, tell them "Nukem" recommended them.....Maybe they will give me some stuff later. BR>
-Jump topicBR>
Anyone willing to ride in the slop on Friday afternoon at Draper, drop me a PM, or email me here. I havn't rode for several days, and I will ride tomorrow, rain, snow, or crap.
I'll bring my camera if that gets any of you out there. BR>
Let me know.
-Michael
Posted by: bearaf
Mike, I can't ride today but I can Sat or Sun. I plan on getting out in the snow somewhere tomorrow!
Aaron
Posted by: bearaf
Mike I can't ride today but I plan on getting out in the snow tomorrow or sunday. Let me know!
Aaron
Posted by: Bobman
If we had signifcant snowfall I would ride in it but this slush crap that we have here is not really what I am looking to ride in....You know when it mixes with the mud its gonna look just like...well you know what I mean.
Bob
Oh yeah....I know you can't stand all the suspense...but the new newsletter comes out on the 15th.
Posted by: trailride
YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Bobman
Ladeis and Gentlemen, I would like to announce that we have FOUR new members that joined the club very recently So I would like eveyone to make them feel welcome as I have no doubt you all will. The newsletter will be coming out tomorrow night as will the "official" club directory. If you have ANYTHING that you want me to add to the directory for you please send it to me ASAP. Thanks. YOU GUYS ROCK.
Bob
Posted by: nukeim
Did they pay the $429 "administrative" fee?BR>
None of them are named "Homer", are they?....`Cause we can only allow one Homer.
Posted by: okbow68
Hey guys whats going on? Just another Okie rider here. So what do you have to do to join this club anyway? I will send an email to the club email address
Posted by: trailride
Welcome okbow68,
You are more than welcome to join, where ya from?
Posted by: Bobman
Brent (Trailride),
When are you going to send me an E-mail address (or did you and I just lost it???). I know your home computer is in the shop (or was last time I heard) but just think of all the neat E-mail you could be getting while you wait...all of it just sitting there stockpiled waiting for you to open...Send me a private message with your E-Mail address...I will see if I still have it from that night at the meeting.
Bobman...
Posted by: trailride
BOB,
the comp is still out of commision, got it back only to find that the modem didnt work , hey but atleast it has windows ME on it now. it goes back in this week and im not going to pick it up till i see it work.
Posted by: Bobman
Welcome New Members,
It is with great pleasure that I announce the addition of some new riders to the club. We have had five or six new members sign up in the last couple of days. We have Jr and Dawn, Mike and Dorris, Chris and I think one or two more are going to join but they just wanted a couple days to think about it. So guys please make them welcome and say hello. The first edition of the directory will be out tomorrow night if I dont have to work overtime. Thanks guys and I hope to hear from you all soon with your input on when and where you want to ride...
Bobman
Posted by: Spudss
Hello new fellow Club members WUZUP!!!
Posted by: Spudss
OKBOW 68 where are you from???????
Posted by: bearaf
Welcome all! Hope to meet everyone soon.
Aaron
Posted by: Bobman
Hey there Spudss
I see you found your way to the forum, in the future Spudss, sign all messages with your firlst name. Sorry I forgot to tell you about that earlier...
Bob
Posted by: nukeim
You never told me about it.
Posted by: nukeim
Oh yeah.....
-Mike /b>
Posted by: Spudss
Cool Ill have to remember to do that...Thanks
Ron
Posted by: okbow68
Hey spudss I am from Ada
shane
Posted by: Spudss
Cool!!! thats pretty far from here too but oh well.
Ron
Posted by: Spudss
Hey bob you aught to start a forum and classifieds and other thing like this on the COAC website.
Ron
Posted by: okbow68
You guys figured out how to use the buddy messenger yet? I know you have Ron.
Posted by: trailride
Anyone up for a ride this sunday maybe in my neck of the woods like prauge lake , it has a good 19 miles of wooded trails, I think its going to be nice sunday so tell me what you guys think.
brent
Posted by: nukeim
I might be able to, but will not be able to stay all day. How early were you wanting to start?
Posted by: trailride
About 12:30 or 1:00
Posted by: nukeim
Sorry, can't do it then. I have to work at 4.....Figure I would have to leave at 2 in order to make it on-time.
I'm probably going to be at Draper tomorrow sometime before noon, depending on when I wake up. If anyone is interested.
Posted by: Bobman
Prague Lake...hmmm
I kinda want to but I also have to work Sunday as I am so far behind that I will never be caught up. I wish I could. I have the family Christmas get together (with 'Keith and them') Satuday night and like I said I will probably work Sunday as they are offering unlimited overtime.
Bob
Posted by: Bobman
Ron,
I would add something like this to our own site if I had two things. One the know how (I could figure it out sometime) but that stuff takes space and I dont have much since it is through sorry old AOL. Maybe someday we will have our own domain and own server on a hosting platform or something...but not now..
Bob, Just a humble AOL'er
Posted by: trailride
Guy's its going to be so nice out on sunday. I know mike and bob have to work but anyone else, i know of 4 other people that are going .
Brent
Posted by: nukeim
Hey, if you can start at around noon, I might come out and ride for a couple of hours....That's all I usually do on Sundays anyway.
Or.....If you could get there around 8 am....I could ride a lot more BR>
Is it a public riding area? Are there fees, or a sticker/pass that needs to be purchased?
Posted by: trailride
Mike
We could get there at noon. but not 8 . I would like it to warm up a bit. What time do you have to be at work?
Brent
Its 3 $ and you pay at a trust box or whatever its called.
Posted by: nukeim
I have to walk in the door NLT 4pm.
How long of a drive is it from....Oh...the GM plant, to the riding area?
Posted by: bearaf
I wish I could make it, have a family Christmas in Alva. Let me know if anyone is going to try to go during the week.
Aaron
Posted by: trailride
From gm it would be about a little under an hour maybe an hour but not much more., you would get off at the 3rd shawnee exit 186 i belive then go north to meeker stop sign. then right east for about 10 miles then back north a mile then back east. If you want you can meet us in meeker, at 11:30 or so there is a gas station on the east side at the stop sign.
Brent
Posted by: okbow68
Trailride,
I have heard there are some trails up there but where exactly are they can you give some directions?
thanks
shane
Posted by: trailride
Shane
Are you from ada?
From there you would go to hwy 18 or use 177 to 62 or something like that , if your on 177 its the stop lights past jacktown to meeker. Hwy 18 goes to meeker at the stop sign at meeker head east aprox 8 miles . There is a sign on the south side of the road that points north that says prauge lake. There is a big 2 story building with cars all around it thats the road head north about mile then turn right east to prauge lake . If you would like to ride sunday tell me and we can meet at the store in meeker at the stop sign.
Brent
Posted by: nukeim
Do you need a pass to ride there?
Posted by: trailride
All you need is 3 $ and you pay at the parking area. No pass just your name on an envelope with 3 $ in it
Brent
Posted by: Bobman
Shane....
Glad you know how to work your GPS. Maybe you and Mike can show me how to use mine. I can't figure it out...the more I try to read and use it the more confused I get. I am usually really good with electronics but this one has me stymied.
Bob
Posted by: Bobman
I have been given a reprieve!!!
It looks like I will be able to ride afterall on Sunday. I found out that I will not have to do the Christmas thing with my sister this Sunday. That means I can do my overtime on Saturday (possibly Friday night) and that way by recheduleing all my stuff I can possibly go riding Sunday.
So Brent...where is this place?
Do I take exit 200 for Prague Seminole or should I go a different route???
Bob "Riding is cool" Bobman
Posted by: trailride
Gary england says its going to be 61 and sunny.
PERFECT
Brent
Posted by: okbow68
Bobman,
I can show you some gps stuff. What kind do you have? I really like mine take it on every ride. I would like to ride guys on sunday but dont know if i will be able to. Have to wait and see some. Bob if you got any gps questions I would be glad to answer them if I can just private message or email me. If I do come to ride I figured I would go up through Seminole, I better look at my map. Later guys
shane
Posted by: Spudss
Hey for all you guys that like atv site...I have found a new one its got alot of diff.things to look at and read. Its @ Atvscene cool site check it out.....Oh ya if you guy know anyone who is looking for a 300ex I have one for sale....Get ahold of me if interested...I wish I lived closer to you all I would roll for sure this weekend....But I guess I will just ride my local spots this weekend... You cant pass up riding with this kind of weather wont last much longer.......Take it easy
Ron
Posted by: trailride
Ok
Iknow bob is going to go sunday and maybe mike
Who else is riding on sunday with us at prauge lake?
Brent
Posted by: nukeim
OK, I can't go....Just too much going on.
I will probably try and hit the river on Saturday though, if anyone wants to hook up, let me know.
Posted by: Bobman
Brent....
This store that we are meeting at...does it have a name? Is it on Hi-way 18?
Bob
Posted by: trailride
They call it the rainbow but it doesnt say that. Well its the only tore at the stop sign. You will see my brothers truck at the store . Yes its on hwy 18 at the stop sign.
Brent (goin to prauge sunday) storie
Posted by: Bobman
Hey Brent & Shane...
I am about to leave the house now...see ya there at the store soon.
Posted by: okbow68
Sorry guys I wanted to come but the wife and the in-laws decided to have xmas today. I figured I had better go there if i still wanted my clothes in the closet when i got home! hopefully I can make it next time.
Posted by: Bobman
We rode...I bailed...We rode.
Hey guys I had a great time. I hadn't ever ridden anyplace with terrain like that. It was really good even though I had to bail once (or twice) . As an old man I am starting to stiffen up a little but I will be alright come morning.
Yeah Shane (OKBOW) it was a good time. There were a couple or three other groups out there as well that we stopped and BS'dwith. It's cool Shane we understand about familiy obligations this time of year. I look forward to meeing you soon. We are going to try to have another meeting in January where everyone can meet. I am going to post a seperate article about that asking people for dates that are or are not acceptable.
I would also like to welcome our newest member Lonnie. Lonnie is a friend of Shane and Brent and is from the Shawnee area as well.. At one time or another Brent, Lonnie, and Shane all three saved my bacon so I would like to thank you all for that. I hope we can all ride again soon weather permitting.
Bob
Posted by: okbow68
Well shoot it sounds like i missed a good time. What was the terrain like? Did you guys take any pics?
Posted by: nukeim
I have some pics from riding at the river yesterday. BR>
Heh....Friend of mine has a kid that plays ATV Off-Road Fury 2 a little too much.
He lets him putt around in 1st (he can't change the gears) and yesterday, he starts doing this, and laying his legs on the seat doing a superman. I was laughing so hard, it was difficult to take a pic. He is pointing at nothing....Just imitating the moves in the game.
Gotta get this kid his own quad.
****Click meeeee*****
Funny stuff.
Posted by: trailride
Hey guy's
Yep oh bob had to bail once on a good rock incline, i wish i had a pic of that, his eyes were as bid as baseballs, and who can forget my brother shane trying to save what was left of a donut, now that would have been another great pic. and the spot where we were trying to see how many 4x4 quads we could get stuck in a deep ass mud hole. And a word to the wise guys , DONT let bob test ride your quad. (lol)
But yes we had a blast
Brent
Posted by: Bobman
Well Brent,
In my own defense...I didnt want to see how she performed on asphalt. I was testing it to the limits.
Bob "Still picking mud out of places it shouldn't be" Bobman
Posted by: Spudss
MERRY CHRISTMAS to all my fellow club members...joy and health and happiness to all!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ron (the member that lives on the other side of the moon)Spudss...
Posted by: trailride
Well guy's today is my last day here till jan. 5 so unless i get my comp back soon you wont hear from me until then . And have a merry x-mas and happy new year.
Brent
Posted by: Bobman
Well,
Ladies and Gentlemen of the Central Oklahoma ATV Club -
I would like to take this moment to thank each and every one of you for helping get this club off the ground. I hope that the new year brings many opportunities to ride and equally as many opportunities to meet and make new friends. I hope that this Holiday season finds each of you with a happy and joyous outlook on life in general and that you are looking forward to the good times we can have as a group in the future. So with that I say Happy Holidays to you and your families.
Merry Christmas,
EVERYBODY SING.....
Grandma got runned over by a Quad King
playing in the mud bog Sunday night...
Ever since the A-arm hit her forehead, the look on Grandma's face just ain't been right.
Bob "Hey ya gotta sing it to make it work" Bobman
Posted by: bearaf
Merry Christmas to all! Going to go to Draper Friday if anyone is interested, Or somewhere, have...to..get..out...
Let me know if anyone is interested.
Aaron
Posted by: nukeim
Sign me up for Friday!
As long as Bob isn't providing the entertainment.BR>
How is the weather supposed to be?
Posted by: bearaf
Who cares about the weather!!
Posted by: nukeim
Yeah, I just checked.....It's supposed to be 67!!
Posted by: okbow68
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!!!!!!
Posted by: TwistedRacer
Merry Christmas to every1! I know i'm not a member, but i have a question for yall since ur from Oklahoma. I am 16 and am planning on coming to Little Sahara for New Years and since I live in Texas I was wondering if you know of any places around that area to rent quads instead of hauling some up there. that would also give me a chance to test drive some quads i have been wanting to test out and considered purchasing. any help would be appreciated, i was also wondering what all it took for yall to organize this because I have also thought of starting my own club. thanx, Jared
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92 Ford F150 Supercab
Homeade sand dragster w/ Chevy 454 or injected 632(switch out sometimes)
Quads:
02 Grizzly 660
85 Honda Big Bear
**Upcoming Project**Honda 250R 3-wheeler chassis that needs new guts!
Thinking about the new Yammie 450 or Troy Lee Predator (any suggestions?)
Posted by: blacksheepsix
Hey Guys, I've been hearing good things about the Central Oklahoma ATV Club. I am interested in joining and ready to ride! I ride an '04 Grizzly and enjoy trail riding more than anything, but I live by the South Canadian so I spend a lot of time riding the river too. Now that Christmas is over with, I'm ready to log some seat time. I sent an E-mail to the website and am ready to hear from somone. I also posted this message as a new topic by accident.I'm new to this forum thing and still learning how to navigate.
Posted by: Bobman
Blacksheep,
Glad to hear from you and know that you are interested in the club. The E-mail address that we use is COACATVCLUB@AOL.COM. I didnt get any new mail the last couple of days so I am glad you posted here. We are a newly formed club with about 20 members but we are steadily growing. Right now there has not been a whoole lot of activity because everyone has been busy with the holidays and family activites etc. but we will soon be doing more and more stuff. This forum is our primary means of communication but we do use E-mail as well. What E-mail address did you send mail to because I haven't gotten any new mail at the club address in a few days. Send me E-mail at CoacATVclub@aol.com and I will tell you all about the club and mail you more info. Again, glad to hear from you and hope you enjoy membership with us.
Bob
Posted by: blacksheepsix
Bobman, That was a quick reply! I used the E-mail Link from the website, but if you didn't get it, it may have something to do with the fact that I am technologically challenged.I'll try it again later. I'm looking forward to finding some new riding spots, and riding buddies. I also forwarded the link to your website to some guys I ride with, I think they'll be ready to go also. Thanks for the reply, later.
Posted by: Bobman
Twisted,
I am not sure if they rent quads up there or not. I have never heard of it. I think they rent sand rails (or used to).
try the following links and see if they help any
http://www.touroklahoma.com/Pages/stateparks/parks/lsspbig.html
http://www.waynoka.com/littlesahara.htm (This link has a place where you can ask a local expert about the area he would probably know if there are rentals available
Hope this helps
Bob
Posted by: Bobman
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I am trying to plan the January meeting and I thought I would let you all vote on the date. I had the following dates in mind but nothing is etched in stone. Just send me mail telling me what date you want to have the meeting (Even if it is not listed below) and the date with the most votes wins. I thought that if it was okay with eveyone else we could have the meeting at the same place in Lexington, OK at the Broken Spoke. This is fairly midway for a lot of people and it seems like most people liked it last time we were there. The food was not exactly gourmet but I don't think anyone got sick from it, hahaha. So let me know when and where you all want to have the meeting...
Bob
January
Friday 23,
Satruday 24,
Sunday 25,
Friday 30,
Saturday 31
Posted by: okbow68
Hey you guys might want to check out this article. Its about gps and four wheelers. This is much the same way that I use mine. Its an overview but an interesting read.
I got i fixed now I think
gps and fourwheeler article
Shane
Posted by: Bobman
Shane,
Thanks, that was a great article. I think the guy that wrote it actually posts on this forum. IF it is the guy I am thinking of he posts under the name TEXMUD or TexMUDDER or something liek that. Thanks for the infot I am going to print this off and read it in depth. Shane..the Glover is SUPREME fishing are for the smallmouth in SE Oklahoma. When you go there next month definately take your rod & reel.
Bob
Posted by: blacksheepsix
Shane, For some reason I cant get the link to that article to work for me. It keeps giving me the "this page cannot be displayed" message. If you would E-mail it to me when you get a chance, it would be greatly appreciated. Later man.
Posted by: Bobman
Mike (Blacksheep)
If you look at the URL when it comes up in the address bar there are two sets of http. Take out the first set of https:// then just ues the rest of the URL that will pull it up. I had the same problem as well. The article is really good.
Posted by: blacksheepsix
Thanks for the help bobman. I learn something new every day.That was a pretty interesting article. I recently bought a Magellan Sporttrak Pro, and use it in much the same way described in the article. I also bought the software for my computer, so I can print paper maps of my favorite riding areas. It works really well (and is simple enough even I can use it.), and I'm sure does more things than I know how to make it do. As soon as I figure out how to do it, I'll post a map in my pics so everyone can see how they look. I would highly recommend a mapping GPS to anyone who trailrides.
Later Bob, and thanks again for the tip.
Posted by: Bobman
Mike (Blacksheep)
Just curious, did you choose your user name from the old TV show with Robert Conrad "Blacksheep Squadron"?
Posted by: blacksheepsix
bobman
The name did come from the TV show, along with another story. At my previous place of employment we had one of those wonderful supervisors who would stick you on night shift indefinitely if you pi$$ed him off, or if he just didn't like you. So while spending the better part of three years on nightshift, one of my fellow squadron members popped off about us being the blacksheep squadron and it stuck. My badge number then was 6, hence the name Blacksheepsix. On the lighter side of things since I have left there has been an administration change, and that supervisor has lost his rank and pay and is now working night shift.Sometimes life is GOOD!
Later bobman
Posted by: okbow68
Ok guys sorry about the mix up I got the link fixed now. I hit the https button instead of the http button sorry for the confusion. Bob I think the "blacksheep' nic is from a more sinister nature than the like of 70's TV. LOL just kidding Michael, I emailed you the link. Bob you are right it is a very good article and Mark is very knowledgable about GPS and can answer a lot of questions. He is right mapping is the way to go. I went out riding for a little while this evening and roasted some marshmallows with the kids it was a good evening even though I didnt get to go hunting. Any body want to set up a time to meet up in the chat room let me know chairman68@yahoo.com
Posted by: okbow68
Hey if anyone wants to chat I will try to get on the atvconnection chat room at about 2030 or 830pm tonight! 12-30-03
Posted by: Spudss
That sounds pretty cool...
Posted by: okbow68
Guess not
Posted by: Spudss
I was going to but had to run to tulsa at the last minute...Sorry bout that. Maybe try again
Posted by: 300racer
sup guys
Posted by: okbow68
Thats ok Spudss. Whats up 300racer?
Posted by: Bobman
Okay shane....it was like this...
I was going to sign on and chat with whoever was on. BUt then I got to watching this big box thing with glass window on the outside. Well this box thing, has these pitchers' on it and they was some guys back off in this little box playin' football. Well the more I watched the better it got so I fogot to sign on and chat with ya...I think them box things are gonna catch on.
Bob
Posted by: nukeim
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Originally posted by: Bobman
Okay shane....it was like this...
.......BUt then I got to watching this big box thing with glass window on the outside. Well this box thing, has these pitchers' on it and they was some guys back off in this little box playin' football. Well the more I watched the better it got so I fogot to sign on and chat with ya...I think them box things are gonna catch on.
Bob
What is this "box thing" you speak of? Sounds like witchcraft to me....BURN IT!!!BR>
.....Well, it was funnier in my head than it looks spelled out.
Posted by: Spudss
Sup to my peeps.. Hope everyone has a Happy New Year And a Better year to come to all.......I know I hope my year is better...Had my quad jacked two days ago...Its said someone cant disipline them selves to save there own hard earned money and buy there own quad....But that would be to hard for THEIVES...I'll have to start up a fund..For a new quad LOL....
Ron(what else can you take from me)spudss
Posted by: bearaf
Hey, Happy New Years Everyone!!
Anyone interested lets tear it up thisweekend!! Pick somewhere lets go.
Happy New Year,
Aaron
Posted by: Bobman
Ron,
Wow, sorry to hear about your quad getting ripped off. There is somewhere on the web. I cant remember where, where you can post your quad's VIN, make, model, etc and some suppliers/shops etc keep a database of all that stuff and check them out. Seems like I read about that somewhere.
Aaron,
I have to work this weekend (no rest for the wicked) or I would go ride somewhere.
Bob
Posted by: Spudss
Ya Im doing all I can to get the info to the right people....Just a pain in the you know....Ive been trying to sell it so I think It might have been some one that I showed it to...But Im not for sure...Theres some Sorry A** people out there thats all I can say bout that......I was trying to sell it to buy a 400ex..Now I have a goal to save for now I guess
Ron
Posted by: okbow68
Yeah Spudss that sucks for sure. Did you have it insured?
Posted by: Spudss
No I was really thinking about it at one time..Because it is relativly cheap to carry insurance...Lesson Learned I guess.......
Posted by: blacksheepsix
Bobman,
Any word yet on a meeting date? My days of are Monday & Tuesday now, but if you decide to have on a weekend, I may try to take off. Let me know what you decide. Later.
Posted by: okbow68
Hey blacksheep you got a private message
shane
Posted by: Bobman
Blacksheep...
I gave everyone a chance to vote and so far only 5 people replied and each day that I suggested has received exactly one vote each so we have like a 5 way tie. I am really leaning towards Satruday the 31st...night before the Superbowl...I will give it until Monday for more votes to trickle in.
Bob
Posted by: bearaf
Damn Pokes!!!!
Posted by: Bobman
Aaron,
I feel the pain too my man. I didn't get to watch the whole game just parts of the first and fourth quarters. At least they made a good game of it. I think that we will see the program continue to get better for teh next 2-3 years anyway...at least I hope.
Bob
Posted by: blacksheepsix
Shane,
I finally got my pics to take. I figured out the problem with them. My camera makes to large of a file for the site, so I had to go in and reduce the size to about 1/3 the original. Anyway these are some pics from Clayton and Honobia, my two most recent trips. Enjoy
Posted by: bearaf
Hey Spuds I have full cov. on 2 quads and it is maybe $20/mnth. With State Farm. Everything else I have is through Farmers so thats with no discounts from them. Just FYI if your looking for ins. in the future.
Aaron
Posted by: Spudss
Ya I looked at it though allstate where my cars are and it was going to be like $8-$12 A month..... I should have took it but its one of those things you look at the money thing and ask is this really going to be used...And just so happened I needed it this time....But then again if I would had sold it before then I paid for it that whole time and never used it... Its one of those catch 22's I can look forward to saving for a 400EX now thats what I really want... A good used one for cheap... Its tax return season so Im hoping for a good one.LOL
Posted by: okbow68
Blacksheep those are some nice pics. I will have some more up after the twelfth, I am ready to roll. I still want to see those trails you know at clayton, in person!
Shane
Posted by: Bobman
Spudds,
Okay I do not remember who or what bike they were talking about. I do not remember if they were talking about buying or selling (I think it was selling). But one of our clubbers who posts here (one of the newer ones) said something about looking to sell or buy a sport quad. If you still have the club directory I sent out you can send mail to everyone in the club and tell them what you are looking to buy....maybe that will help you out.
Also a kind of FYI about insurance, if you sell a vehicle you can get a pro-rated refund on your pre-paid premium. At least you can with cars.
Bob
Posted by: Spudss
Thanks bobman I was selling mine at the time...But now Im looking for a 400ex If anyone know of someone who has one in good condition (well maintained)maybe someone hard up for money selling....I will have to talk to my agent about the prorating If that is so I will keep that in mind for sure.......
P.S. The freaks come out at night huh.lol
Ron
Posted by: nukeim
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P.S. The freaks come out at night huh.lol
Ron
Yeah...I'm a freak.....
On another note, whats your price range? I only ask because the Z (LTZ, DVX or KFX, whatever your poison) has reverse. BR>
Posted by: okbow68
I will keep a look out for you Spudss, to see if one is for sale around here.
Posted by: Spudss
Ya I a freak to I do most of my surfing after midnight....I dont have a price range yet have to do some figuring aand kinda waiting on taxes....Im a honda guy though But I would poss.own a yamaha also If I had to...It would have to be a warrior or something of the nature (sport quad ) no Blasters though....I just got my new dirt wheels mag. today (love that mag)....Have you ever been to sand fest at little sahara? The club needs to make a trip for that weekend...That is crazy fun...Out riding at 2:00am with a full moon thats cool.....
Ron
Posted by: bearaf
Spudss, I bought mine at Jones Offroad and if you tell them what your looking for and what price range they will probably find it for you. They were pretty good guys to work with. I would definately go back.
Aaron
Posted by: bearaf
Hey Mike, you about put back together yet!
Posted by: nukeim
Nope, I'm still limping and gimping. Still waiting on the MRI on the left knee, and left shoulder. Right knee has been deemed "ready for use", although it's still black, blue, green, and two sizes too big.
Hopefully I'll be back on in two weeks or so, as long as they aren't going to cut on me.BR>
Let's hope they don't....Or more accurately, let's hope I don't need to be cut on.
Posted by: Spudss
Where is jones off-road is that in OKC? Theres a place in tulsa called Erics off-road but I heard that place was a rip-off/chop shop...And then there is Action toys in broken arrow that sells good used quads&bikes But I will look around...I haven give up on finding my quad. I now that might be wishful thinking but you never know..So I am going to hold out hope atleast til tax season is over....But i thank you all for keeping a look out and all the info..
Ron
Posted by: nukeim
Jones Off-Road is about 10 or 15 miles east of OKC straight out on Britton road. All I have done in there is windowshop, but there seems to be some pretty good guys working the place.
Posted by: okbow68
Hey Spudss I had to go and get some grip glue a while ago and found this on the bulletin board, dont know how long its been there but you might give them a call
2001 400ex new holeshots and k&n $4100
405-641-4144
shane
Posted by: bearaf
Mike, What did you do, fall off a cliff? I feel for ya, I had my ACL and MCL replaced in September, Its no fun rehabing. My knee is only about 80% and this is going on my 4th month. They say 4-6 months to get back to normal. Never had any bad shoulder injuries other than dislocation. Keep us posted.
Aaron
Posted by: Spudss
Thats okbow for the info. Thats pretty good price alittle high A new one is $4500 now that the new 450R is out....People are almost giving away the 400EX's....I might pay some bills off and talk the wife for a new 450R..any thing is possible (not likely)but possible...Boy today would have been a great day to ride..beautiful
Posted by: nukeim
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Originally posted by: bearaf
Mike, What did you do, fall off a cliff? I feel for ya, I had my ACL and MCL replaced in September, Its no fun rehabing. My knee is only about 80% and this is going on my 4th month. They say 4-6 months to get back to normal. Never had any bad shoulder injuries other than dislocation. Keep us posted.
Aaron
Actually, I had been doing some pretty good 30-40 foot jumps for about 2 hours, and I ate it going about 10mph (bottom of 2nd gear). It was just one of those freak things, the bike was zigging, and I was zagging.
I would have gotten away with just a couple of bruises, but the bike flipped about 5 feet in the air, and came down on top of me, resulting in more than one snot-bubble being blown all over the inside of my helmet....Oh yeah, I have to get a new helmet too, as they are supposed to be replaced after a big blow, and this one busted the visor on the front, and the back looks like I hit it with the lawnmower.
Posted by: okbow68
GO SOONERS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Spudss
Im sorry but OU loses becuase they kept White in the game...They sould have yanked him after the 1st quarter...Hes a pocket passer and we need a scrambler...Just like against Kstate I think they should have yanked him there to...I dont care if he is th hiesmen trophy winner or not PLAY TO WIN..Our backup QB is better in games like the one we saw tonight....But give credit to the "D" they are great!!!and the "O" is powerful but you cant just stand behind the line...And think you can stay there all day....WHITE is overrated hes not an all round QB only one sided...And I hope he dosent come back next year..These are only MY opinions...And I do LOVE the SOONERS...
Ron
Posted by: okbow68
I agree that was pitiful he couldnt do what needed to be done. Now listen to all the usc folks.
Posted by: blacksheepsix
No doubt! White was nothing short of embarrassing!!If they would have pulled him early we may have had a chance. If they had waited to vote on the Heisman until after this game, there's no way he'd have gotten it.
Posted by: okbow68
Meet you guys in the chatroom around 700pm tonight if you want
Posted by: trailride
Hey guy's im back
Still didnt have access to a comp over my 12 day break. But i did get my comp back and it all works now, but i cant get online it says my msn explorer is out dated and they dont support it and a form popped up to get a new disc in 10-12 days . Well atleast i can chat from here . I went through the old posts and i can go to the meeting on any saturday or sunday night. I work on friday nights so i cant then. And yes they should have pulled white after the first . Anyway i have 12 days worth of crap to stock so i better get to it . Ill be back on here every 30 or so .
Brent
Posted by: Spudss
Anyone go to the chat room? I didnt got off work about 30min ago....Owell maybe next time
Posted by: okbow68
I went at seven for a few but didnt see anyone I knew.
Posted by: Spudss
Who's all going to sandfest this year???@LS
Posted by: trailride
Ill be there for sureUL>Brent
Posted by: Spudss
Anyone have Aol inatant messenger?
Posted by: Spudss
I hope I get to go to sandfest this year....I need a new ride by then..... I need to work my butt off for the next few months... Get a good down payment on a new Honda 450R ........Show up in style!!! Where do you stay at sandfest?
Ron
Posted by: okbow68
Spudss I have AOL instant messenger Msn messenger and Yahoo messenger, anyone else?
Posted by: Spudss
I was thinking that would be an easy way to talk to other club members huh......My sn is ABmxCruiser for aol IM
Posted by: epp
hey all i am new i would like to maybe join your club. I am from duncan and own a raptor
Posted by: epp
is 27
Posted by: Spudss
Hey epp good to have ya... Here is the email addy Coacatvclub@aol.com BOBMAN is the one you need to get a hold of to get you signed up welcome aboard......
Ron
Posted by: okbow68
Come on in epp!!
Posted by: epp
hey all i am new at this i have aol do i need bobman to sign me up
Posted by: trailride
Welcome epp
Whats your name?
Brent
Posted by: okbow68
Sorry guys I keep forgeting to sign my name at the end of my posts.
shane
Posted by: Spudss
no epp send all your info to bobman at that email address and tell him you want to jion ....then tell him alittle bit about yourself ....What you ride where you ride things like that
Ron
Posted by: trailride
Where the hell has bob been anyway?
bob oh bob
BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOB
Posted by: Spudss
Thats what I was thinkin bobs AWAL
Posted by: epp
my name is aaron. I have a 2002 raptor. I used to be ride a banshee. i lost the email address for bobman. if anyone knows it please send it to me
Posted by: Bobman
Hey there Epp,
Well I am not too hard to find. I have just been snowed under at work and have not really felt like signing onto one computer when I have been at a different one for 12 hours. Epp, you will find a link for both the web page and the Email address for club information. I hope to hear from you soon and hope that you will at least give our club a try. Hope to hear from you soon.
Bob
Posted by: epp
is there a chat room that you all go to or just right here
Posted by: Spudss
We some times try to use the Atv connections chat rooms..When we can get it together... Trying to get somthing together so we can chat easier...Like IM's
Posted by: bearaf
Hey guys, so where is this chat room I've been reading about? I was going to check it out, or is this it??
I'm kind of slow!
Aaron
Posted by: bearaf
Found it!
Posted by: okbow68
The chat room is on the atvconnection main page. we all got together tonight earlier on AIM aol instant messenger. see you there
Posted by: bearaf
Thanks, I'll try to catch you guys on it when I'm home before 10:00! Damn wrestling season!
Posted by: trailride
Hey where you guys at ?
Brent
Posted by: epp
is there anyone going riding this weekend. It is going to be nice.
Posted by: bearaf
I'm up for if anyone else is! Its supposed to get crappy again next week.
Brent, You finally have your comp. problems solved?
Aaron
Posted by: trailride
Not yet aaron but it will be in about 10 days, ill be getting a new isp. Anyone ever use peoplepc.? I think it will work for me.
Where you guys thinking of riding at, and what day?
Brent
Posted by: bearaf
I've never heard of peoplepc. I can ride either day, I'm easy. This is my last free weekend until the middle of Feb. So anywhere's good for me.
Aaron
Posted by: trailride
Aaron
I can maybe ride on sunday, but it will have to be at place where they dont requrie helmets , i really need to get a helmet.
Brent
Posted by: epp
i need a helmet too but can buy one tomorow but can ride saturday
Posted by: epp
i would really like to chech out stanly draper i have heard it is a good place to ride
Posted by: trailride
epp
me too but you have to have a helmet to ride there.OL>I guess a helmet shouldnt be so low on my priority list
Brent
Posted by: bearaf
Draper's good for me.
Brent I have an extra helmet you can use.
Posted by: epp
i will buy one in the morning lets go before it gets cold again
Posted by: epp
i need to buy some goggles if i dont it screws up my contacts
Posted by: epp
hey brent and aaron if you guys go tell me i will be back online around 10pm tonight thanx epp
Posted by: bearaf
Epp I can go to Draper tomorrow if you want. Let me know what time, I'm easy.
Brent, I can probably go Sunday to if that's the only day you can go.
Aaron
Posted by: trailride
Aaron
Ill have to see whats going on first, so dont plan around it. I may have honey doo's
Brent
Posted by: Spudss
Hey epp I have a pair of progrip goggles there great... I have to ones that automaticly tint when your in the sun and go back to normal when your in the woods or it starts getting dark...I love mine....
Posted by: Bobman
Hey guys...
I too wear contacts so goggles are an absolute must. I like the old style retro goggles that look like somethign out of a WWI movie, they are kinda hard to find I jsut had a cheap plastic repoica. I get goggles off E-Bay.
I don't have time to ride but if you guys go to Draper I will drop by and supply you guys with some cold ones. But you have to call me on my cell and tell me where you are. I live really really close to Draper so it's not out of my way and I would get a chance to meet Epp and to see all you guys again.
Let me know...
Bob
P.S. If you don't have my cell number let me know
Posted by: epp
hey aaron lets go i am thinking around noon is a good time i am not real familiar with okc where would the easiest place to meet that i can find
Posted by: epp
brent i feel you on the honey do's mine keeps me busy only good thing is that she knows i am not a carpenter thank the good lord
Posted by: Bobman
Epp...you are from Duncan right?
If you come up the Turnpike to I-44 take the I-240 junction east. You will see a Brown and White state sign telling you where to exit for Draper. You will have to buy a riding permit for $2 and you have to have a helmet to ride there. You can get a permit at the concession stand. I will send you E-mail with my cell number so you can call me if you need additional directions. I live pretty close to Draper.
Bob
Posted by: nukeim
You guys make me ill .....I had to take apart the bike just so I wouldn't be tempted to go ride it before I'm un-broken. You guys aren't helping either.
Kidding, hope you all had fun.
Posted by: Spudss
Boy where is everyone on a saturday night...Its was nice out today tobad I had to work tommarrow is suppose to be even better tobad i have to work.....Hope everyone that is off enjoys the nice weather,,, Suppose to turn nasty next week I heard highs in the 20'S burrrrrrrrrrr figures thats my weekend off... hahaha
Posted by: Bobman
GPS TIME....Well okay maybe
I think it was Spudss who was pointing out the coolness of maprring GPS units. I have a question, where do you get the maps? I see postings on here for people who want to upload/download maps & coordintes to others. I know that they come defualt with major raod and city maps already pre-loaded. But can you puchase/download additional maps like say Grand Cayon or other "rural" places. If there is a pre-existing map of aan area I don't really see the need for a GPS. Anyway, I am thinking about purchasing a GPS unit...anyone have any suggestions on particular models. Color is not important to me.
Bob
Posted by: blacksheepsix
Bob, The companies who make the units also make the software with the maps. I have a Magellan Sportrak Pro, and I bought a map with it. I bought a topographical map of the United States with mine, and put it on my computer. You can then hook your GPS to your computer (optional cable required) and download portions of the map to your GPS. For example, if you're going riding at Little Sahara, you would download that area of the map onto your GPS. As you ride your GPS will automatically save your tracks in its memory. When you return home, hook your GPS back up to the computer and download the tracks from the GPS to the computer. You can then label, edit, or print your maps. If you'll go to my pics, you'll see a map that I printed off of my computer. The yellow lines are all of my tracks from a riding trip, all the rest is what the map looks like straight off the disk.
I'll post some links to some GPS info for you later, I've got to find them again.
Mike
Posted by: blacksheepsix
Bob, Check out these two websites for GPS info and pricing.
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Mike
Posted by: Bobman
Thanks Mike, I will check those links out.
I keep putting off the buy thinking the pirces will continue to drop.
Bob
Posted by: blacksheepsix
Bob, I bought mine from the GPS store (the link I sent). If you search around you can find a package deal. They had a deal going where if you buy the GPS and a map disk at the same time, you get a $50.00 rebate. Also, if you wind up buying a Magellan, I can burn you a copy of the topo map and save you $90.00 By the way, I lied about the map pic in my photos. I had intended to post it but it was too large of a file. When we get together at the meeting I can show you what they look like. You can create some pretty high quality trail maps with the software. Later,
Mike
Posted by: nukeim
How big of a file is it?
I can shrink, and/or host it for you if you want.
Posted by: Spudss
no sorry bob it wasnt me with the GPS stuff.. I really want one just havent putit in the priority list yet.. Hopefully will get one soon thought. I now Megellan and one other are real good brands but dont now which one I would get.. Have to do my research on all...
Posted by: okbow68
It might have been me Bob I know i have mentioned it before. Ok everything mike said was right. Just for an example I have a Garmin GPSMap76S, I have Garmin Mapsource Topo, and I have most of the SE one quarter of the state of oklahoma downloaded to my 76s. The 76s has 24mb of internal memory and I think I used about 9mb for the SE portion of the state. Thats a lot of land. Some units have memory cards and you could download the whole US if you got one big enough and had enough time to download it. I prefer to download where I will be going. I can save the particular sets of maps of se oklahoma on my computer for later and then erase them off of the gps and then down load half of colorado if i am going there. Hopefully that makes some since to you guys if you have any gps questions at all I will do my best to answer them.
shane
Posted by: Spudss
Hey shane how did you like Pryor?
Ron
Posted by: Bobman
Shane,
I guess what my question/concern is...as follows. The place I like to ride has only one map that I know of. It is an old Wayerheuser map. The roads were owned/maintained by the logging company before they sold it to Hancock. Now I doubt that the logging roads that are on this map appear on any Rand McNally/Delorme mapping system. So my concern is that there is no "Pre loadable" map for this area. IF there is no preloadable map system in place would a mapping GPS really be worth the extra costs?
And I have NEVER understood why anyone would need a GPS in the city or why they make city maps in GPS form. I mean if you can get a paper map (like you can of most cities) why would you need a GPS?
Bob
Posted by: Spudss
Hey there a NEW Monster Garage and American Chopper on the Discovery Channel tonight I think it start at 7PM cant wait..
Posted by: Spudss
where is everyone this place is like a ghost room....
Posted by: nukeim
I'm almost always around in the evenings.
Posted by: trailride
Anyone get to ride this weekend ?
Mike are you getting well enough to ride that bike yet ? What all did ya break on you and the z ?
Brent
