Plus it is in an outstanding location!Originally Posted by nplenzick
I would suspect with the MOA being on the west coast next year that the RA can expect record braking attendance at the Biltmore.
Plus it is in an outstanding location!I would suspect with the MOA being on the west coast next year that the RA can expect record braking attendance at the Biltmore.
'You can say what you want about the South, but I almost never hear of anyone wanting to retire to the North.
Black 08 Burgman 400-- Brown 03 R1200CLC
Should be BIG. Hope that the RA learned from the last Biltmore Rally. Don't think that they expected the turnout that they got. Logistics were a bit of a problem. It was also hot!I would suspect with the MOA being on the west coast next year that the RA can expect record braking attendance at the Biltmore.
It IS a great place to have a rally, won't miss it.
Greg Hunt scBMWrider@gmail.com
Klassic K Kampout VI July 12-14, 2013
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What, me worry?
Let's not forget the west is the birthplace of the MOA and the RA for that matter. If anything it should be in the west twice as often!Oops, under the new plan it is going to be here twice as often now that there are only four regions. Gee, that means it will be in the west every four years so cripes, it could be in Oregon again in 2017! It would be nice to see a decent venue pop up in California but trust me, they don't exist in the size required in a temperate climate or traffic free area.
To those that have never put on an event larger than Thanksgiving dinner let me say the planning and logistics of a 200 person rally are quite daunting let alone the upper end of 10K. These decisions are not made lightly and with a great deal of forethought and comprehensive operational measure applied years in advance. There is a great deal to consider besides the distance from your house. It's soooo easy to sit back and decide where and when and what you'll pick to attend while hundreds of people are planning on your behalf. It could be time to get some skin in the game and participate rather than window shop and blog about your distance misfortunes. The location and the ride from your place is only limited by "your" imagination.
Bob Morrow
Purveyor of Fine Tarmac
Expresso Riders MOA#340
I suspect they did learn, after all they even announced it a year ahead of time. Their also having it after Americade so I would suspect a good amount of vendors and barring any ridiculous heat waves like we had last year in Bloomsburg I would suspect an attendance in the 5K range.
I remember it well. I live between 2 and 3 hours from the Biltmore and the weather was excessively hot and dry for the area and for the time of year. It was as odd as the heat at Bloomsburg last year. They underestimated the attendance and the biggest problem was with the showers. There weren't enough of them and the ones they had didn't work well. A lot of people decided the river was a much better choice.
I think it is a great choice and I think Asheville having a new BMW motorcycle dealership is a big plus. I-26 from I-81 to Asheville is the only interstate I have ever ridden that has enjoyable hills and curves for a motorcycle (truckers hate it).
'You can say what you want about the South, but I almost never hear of anyone wanting to retire to the North.
Black 08 Burgman 400-- Brown 03 R1200CLC
Is camping actually on the Estate?
It was the last time and I suspect it will be this time also. I think we were about 4 or 5 miles from the main entrance. That place is BIG!
'You can say what you want about the South, but I almost never hear of anyone wanting to retire to the North.
Black 08 Burgman 400-- Brown 03 R1200CLC
I think if you follow the progress of the RA rally, you will see the shower problem, along with the camping area has always been addressed and is resolved. Stay tuned..........
Karen Jacobs
Moderator
2012 R 1200 RT
MOA-133005, RA32109, IBA #37923
I too though that I-26 was one of the coolest highways I have riden on.
The thing about traveling is, you never want it to end and you can't wait to get home.
I answer to Roy, Chief, or Sarg.
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Wish them the very best!
For those who can not, for whatever reason make it to Salem, it gives another choice.
We drove by Copper Mtn last week on the way to Moab and it looked like a great crowd.
Bud Meade W9BUD IBA 44018 MOA Lifetime Member
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We were a great crowd.
My other bike is a BMW.
Jack Hawley MOA and RA #224, KE9UW ("Chuck")
It is now posted on the RA website:
BMW Riders Association International News and Information
Biltmore in 2013.
We are back at the Biltmore in 2013: June 20-23
Make your plans now to attend:
George Vanderbilt created Biltmore as an escape from everyday life. Now, you are invited to explore that escape for yourself. A visit to the 8,000-acre estate in the mountains of Asheville, North Carolina provides limitless fun.
Your rally admission includes self-guided tours of the breathtaking Biltmore House & Gardens and the Antler Hill VillageÔÇöfeaturing the Winery, The Biltmore Legacy, Village Green, and Farm.
Play in the Biltmore backyard with an array of outdoor activities, indulge in one-of-a-kind shopping, and savor the restaurantsÔÇÿ exceptional fare. Join us at the Biltmore in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Asheville, NC.
'You can say what you want about the South, but I almost never hear of anyone wanting to retire to the North.
Black 08 Burgman 400-- Brown 03 R1200CLC
it was in the middle of a really bad drought for this area... one that hasn't eased totally.
when i spoke with the Biltmore people about the possibility of an MOA rally around 2004, they didn't think they could handle a crowd of that size, so they said no.
still, Asheville is an excellent place for a rally, and Debbi is a smart person. She certainly learned from the first rally there, and I am sure the next will outdo the first.
Looking forward to that big parking lot party in front of the mansion again.
Ian
Like the last rally there, the tours are included in the admission price for the rally. If you haven't done the tours, it is well worth it. Have a look-- http://www.biltmore.com/visit/default-b.asp
'You can say what you want about the South, but I almost never hear of anyone wanting to retire to the North.
Black 08 Burgman 400-- Brown 03 R1200CLC
So what's the deal on rooms there for the rally?
My other bike is a BMW.
Jack Hawley MOA and RA #224, KE9UW ("Chuck")
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