BJ,
It was great to finally meet you.  I can see that I have a ways to go
to before I can attempt  the distance.  We watched you take off on
the incline and I was amazed how effortless you did that.  Some day
I'll find that sweet spot.  We also saw the other 2 trikkers on the
way in.
Hope you have a good ride in Calif.  Let me know when you find out
the pricing on the carry bags.  I sure could use a couple for our
trip North.
I thought I would share the website brochure for the Florida state
trails.  The are plenty of others that are either are county or local
parks with decent paved roads or trails.

http://www.dep.state.fl.us/gwt/PDF/biketrails_b_v5.pdf

George, of the George and Lynn duo (Saint Petersburg)

--- In orlando_trikkes@yahoogroups.com, "B J" <bchguynfla@y...> wrote:
>
> This trail is the longest trail in Florida -- 48 miles long through
> woods and small towns.
>  http://www.railstotrailsonline.com/
>
> A first for me in several ways !  My longest ride yet. I did 48
> miles on the T8C -- right !  I had a flat -- long story, but I had
> the T8C in the car, so it was either ride it or not go and I had
> driven 150 miles to do this ride !
>
> Another first --- not one negative comment !  These were all
bikers,
> some on some real unusal bikes I had never seen. "on your left"
was
> all I heard from behind along with some great comments -- "love
> it"  " I have seen everything now !"
>
> Now for the biggest suprise !  I actually met 2 trikkers
> trikking !!!   Tom and Glenda, they weren't doing the ride, they
> were just doing their Sun afternoon trikke ride on the trail !  Tom
> rides his trikke to work, about 5 miles. They were just as happy to
> meet me, They hadn't seen another trikker ! So there Ivan, some
more
> Florida Trikkers.
>
> I also met 2 more Florida Trikkers I had met online -- George and
> Lynn. They were ridding their "special bikes" -- Whizztrikes -- I
> know I didn't get this right probably. They haven't built up their
> endurance yet, but love their trikkes, so hope to see them out
> trikking . They are from the Fl West Coast -- Sarasota area.
>
> B.J.
> First Coast Trikkers

This trail is the longest trail in Florida -- 48 miles long through
woods and small towns.
  http://www.railstotrailsonline.com/

A first for me in several ways !  My longest ride yet. I did 48
miles on the T8C -- right !  I had a flat -- long story, but I had
the T8C in the car, so it was either ride it or not go and I had
driven 150 miles to do this ride !

Another first --- not one negative comment !  These were all bikers,
some on some real unusal bikes I had never seen. "on your left"  was
all I heard from behind along with some great comments -- "love
it"  " I have seen everything now !"

Now for the biggest suprise !  I actually met 2 trikkers
trikking !!!   Tom and Glenda, they weren't doing the ride, they
were just doing their Sun afternoon trikke ride on the trail !  Tom
rides his trikke to work, about 5 miles. They were just as happy to
meet me, They hadn't seen another trikker ! So there Ivan, some more
Florida Trikkers.

I also met 2 more Florida Trikkers I had met online -- George and
Lynn. They were ridding their "special bikes" -- Whizztrikes -- I
know I didn't get this right probably. They haven't built up their
endurance yet, but love their trikkes, so hope to see them out
trikking . They are from the Fl West Coast -- Sarasota area.

B.J.
First Coast Trikkers

BJ,

 

Although we won't be on our trikke8's,  we will be on our WizWheel Terratrikes on the ride next Saturday.  Maybe we will have a chance to chat. Just to let you know, there are at least 3 v02's in Saint Petersburg and on the list I think  I have I seen a couple of others in Clearwater.  We are here, but not all that visible yet.   Too bad the meet in Jax fell thru.  My wife and I were looking forward to get some tips on what we should be doing different.

 

Trail actually runs from Dunnellon, 16 miles North of Inverness, to Trilby, 6 miles South of Ridge Manor.  Total of 46 miles.

 

See Ya Saturday,

 

George

----- Original Message -----

From: B J

To: orlando_trikkes@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Monday, September 26, 2005 6:14 PM

Subject: [orlando_trikkes] Attention Florida Trikkers--- October 2 Rails-to-Trails Ride on the Withlacooche

Sorry about the short notice, but stoped by the trail Sun off I-75
and saw the signs. I did 14 miles on the trail starting at Ridge
Manor. This starts at Inverness. Looks interesting and what a chance
to show a lot of people the trikkes.  The trail cannot be closed to
just allow bikes, so we will not be locked out like I have found
from some biking events.

There is not specific start time. They are suggesting from 7 - 9
a.m.  There will even be a little breakfast and lunch

Weather permiting I plan to do 30-50 miles. Sure would be fun to get
some more Florida Trikkers to show !

Let me know .

BJ
First Coast Trikkes
904-343-1833
or email me at jaxtrikkes@...

Below is a link to check it all out and print out a registration.
You can just turn it in Oct 2.

http://www.railstotrailsonline.com/

Rails to Trails Of The Withlacoochee.
sponsors an annual Bike Ride in October.
All profits go back into the trail for improvements.
Attendance was 978 riders last year
Distances from 14 to 100 miles.

Hey... it arrived early! Thats great. Yes, the T12 is
much larger than the T8. It does look strange to be
standing on something like that.

It took me a week or so to really get moving. Now, its
second nature. Just don't give up. The grade will be
frustrating so if you have to, walk it up and ride it
down! Just spend as much time on it as you can and you
will be 'carvin like Marvin' in no time!

Steve
(keep us informed on your progress!)

--- Pat <mangonumerouno@...> wrote:

> new trikke arrived yesterday; was scheduled for next
> tuesday, but go
> figure. it's HUGE! sure didn't look that big in the
> pictures, but then
> they didn't have 5'6" sized person standing next to
> them. the height
> is a little intimidating, but guess it'll just take
> some getting used to.
> (feels cool to be so tall!)
>
> tried it out for a few minutes this afternoon. the
> street has just the
> tiniest grade, so i kicked it a few times then
> played along to try &
> get the feel as i coasted. so...how long do you
> think it'll take? i'm
> hoping to be riding to the local marketplace in a
> week or so. i am
> soooooo excited!
>
>
>
>

----- Original Message -----

From: B J

To: orlando_trikkes@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Monday, September 26, 2005 6:14 PM

Subject: [orlando_trikkes] Attention Florida Trikkers--- October 2 Rails-to-Trails Ride on the Withlacooche

Sorry about the short notice, but stoped by the trail Sun off I-75
and saw the signs. I did 14 miles on the trail starting at Ridge
Manor. This starts at Inverness. Looks interesting and what a chance
to show a lot of people the trikkes.  The trail cannot be closed to
just allow bikes, so we will not be locked out like I have found
from some biking events.

There is not specific start time. They are suggesting from 7 - 9
a.m.  There will even be a little breakfast and lunch

Weather permiting I plan to do 30-50 miles. Sure would be fun to get
some more Florida Trikkers to show !

Let me know .

BJ
First Coast Trikkes
904-343-1833
or email me at jaxtrikkes@...

Below is a link to check it all out and print out a registration.
You can just turn it in Oct 2.

http://www.railstotrailsonline.com/

Rails to Trails Of The Withlacoochee.
sponsors an annual Bike Ride in October.
All profits go back into the trail for improvements.
Attendance was 978 riders last year
Distances from 14 to 100 miles.

Sorry about the short notice, but stoped by the trail Sun off I-75
and saw the signs. I did 14 miles on the trail starting at Ridge
Manor. This starts at Inverness. Looks interesting and what a chance
to show a lot of people the trikkes.  The trail cannot be closed to
just allow bikes, so we will not be locked out like I have found
from some biking events.

There is not specific start time. They are suggesting from 7 - 9
a.m.  There will even be a little breakfast and lunch

Weather permiting I plan to do 30-50 miles. Sure would be fun to get
some more Florida Trikkers to show !

Let me know .

BJ
First Coast Trikkes
904-343-1833
or email me at jaxtrikkes@...

Below is a link to check it all out and print out a registration.
You can just turn it in Oct 2.

http://www.railstotrailsonline.com/

Rails to Trails Of The Withlacoochee.
sponsors an annual Bike Ride in October.
All profits go back into the trail for improvements.
Attendance was 978 riders last year
Distances from 14 to 100 miles.

new trikke arrived yesterday; was scheduled for next tuesday, but go
figure. it's HUGE! sure didn't look that big in the pictures, but then
they didn't have 5'6" sized person standing next to them. the height
is a little intimidating, but guess it'll just take some getting used to.
(feels cool to be so tall!)

tried it out for a few minutes this afternoon. the street has just the
tiniest grade, so i kicked it a few times then played along to try &
get the feel as i coasted. so...how long do you think it'll take? i'm
hoping to be riding to the local marketplace in a week or so. i am
soooooo excited!

Hi BJ! Well, I won't rule it out but I have to see
what the wife has in store for our Saturday. We just
got back from a trip to Ohio with our RollerCoaster
club. We spent all last weekend riding coasters at
Cedar Point. She may want to take it easy this
weekend.  Although... she sent me links to 2 cars she
would like to look at and they both happen to be in
the Tampa area, soooooo, you never know. Let me know
where and when and we will see. If we don't make it,
have a great time!

Steve

--- BJ <bchguynfla@...> wrote:

> Orlando Trikkers.
> 
> I know it is a little drive for you guys, but hey.
> Ivan -- I call him the lonely trikker --- hasn't
> seen many trikkers before. I will be in Tampa for a
> meeting tonight and Sat so Sun morning I want to do
> some trikking. We are aiming for Sun morning around
> 11 the exact location to meet will come later.
> Hoping Ivan can give us some good place to meet
> around Clearwater or close.
> 
> BJ
> First Coast Trikkes
>
> Steve Rice <orlandotrikkes@...> wrote:
> Hi pat! Yeah, once your kids see how much fun your
> having, you can be sure they will want their own. My
> 10 year old rides our T8's but its a bit big so I
> plan
> on getting her one soon. Looking forward to the
> cooler
> months upcoming, (85 degrees instead of 99, wink
> wink)
> but at least a good portion of the WOT is covered
> with
> trees. It sure helps.
>
> As far as the weight issue, I have heard of people
> around the 300 mark using the Trikke with no issues.
> I
> would guess it depends on how rough you use it.
> Normal
> riding shouldn't be a problem. If you haven't been
> there yet, check out www.trikketalk.com . There are
> riders from around the world who share info and
> ideas
> and are always willing to help.
>
> Let me know when your Trikke arrives and if time
> allows, the wife and I will meet you on the trail
> for
> a bit! Watching other Trikkers is a good way to pick
> up the motion.
>
> Steve
>
> --- Pat <mangonumerouno@...> wrote:
>
> > steve, thanks for the tips and engouraging words.
> i
> > can't wait for my
> > trikke to arrive. if my daughter likes it i will
> > probably get her one
> > for christmas. my son is itching to ride it as
> well,
> > but that brings
> > up the question of weight limit. he is tall, and
> > 10-15 pounds over the
> > recommended limit of 250; i've read of problems
> with
> > wheels cracking
> > with heavy riders. heard first-hand of any such
> > cases?
> >
> > and bj, thanks for the links. one of the west
> trail
> > stations is not
> > too far from me, so i will be hitting the trail as
> > soon as i'm up to
> > it. 
> >
> > pat
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
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Hi BJ! Well, I won't rule it out but I have to see
what the wife has in store for our Saturday. We just
got back from a trip to Ohio with our RollerCoaster
club. We spent all last weekend riding coasters at
Cedar Point. She may want to take it easy this
weekend.  Although... she sent me links to 2 cars she
would like to look at and they both happen to be in
the Tampa area, soooooo, you never know. Let me know
where and when and we will see. If we don't make it,
have a great time!

Steve

--- BJ <bchguynfla@...> wrote:

> Orlando Trikkers.
> 
> I know it is a little drive for you guys, but hey.
> Ivan -- I call him the lonely trikker --- hasn't
> seen many trikkers before. I will be in Tampa for a
> meeting tonight and Sat so Sun morning I want to do
> some trikking. We are aiming for Sun morning around
> 11 the exact location to meet will come later.
> Hoping Ivan can give us some good place to meet
> around Clearwater or close.
> 
> BJ
> First Coast Trikkes
>
> Steve Rice <orlandotrikkes@...> wrote:
> Hi pat! Yeah, once your kids see how much fun your
> having, you can be sure they will want their own. My
> 10 year old rides our T8's but its a bit big so I
> plan
> on getting her one soon. Looking forward to the
> cooler
> months upcoming, (85 degrees instead of 99, wink
> wink)
> but at least a good portion of the WOT is covered
> with
> trees. It sure helps.
>
> As far as the weight issue, I have heard of people
> around the 300 mark using the Trikke with no issues.
> I
> would guess it depends on how rough you use it.
> Normal
> riding shouldn't be a problem. If you haven't been
> there yet, check out www.trikketalk.com . There are
> riders from around the world who share info and
> ideas
> and are always willing to help.
>
> Let me know when your Trikke arrives and if time
> allows, the wife and I will meet you on the trail
> for
> a bit! Watching other Trikkers is a good way to pick
> up the motion.
>
> Steve
>
> --- Pat <mangonumerouno@...> wrote:
>
> > steve, thanks for the tips and engouraging words.
> i
> > can't wait for my
> > trikke to arrive. if my daughter likes it i will
> > probably get her one
> > for christmas. my son is itching to ride it as
> well,
> > but that brings
> > up the question of weight limit. he is tall, and
> > 10-15 pounds over the
> > recommended limit of 250; i've read of problems
> with
> > wheels cracking
> > with heavy riders. heard first-hand of any such
> > cases?
> >
> > and bj, thanks for the links. one of the west
> trail
> > stations is not
> > too far from me, so i will be hitting the trail as
> > soon as i'm up to
> > it. 
> >
> > pat
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
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Hi BJ! Well, I won't rule it out but I have to see
what the wife has in store for our Saturday. We just
got back from a trip to Ohio with our RollerCoaster
club. We spent all last weekend riding coasters at
Cedar Point. She may want to take it easy this
weekend.  Although... she sent me links to 2 cars she
would like to look at and they both happen to be in
the Tampa area, soooooo, you never know. Let me know
where and when and we will see. If we don't make it,
have a great time!

Steve

--- BJ <bchguynfla@...> wrote:

> Orlando Trikkers.
>
> I know it is a little drive for you guys, but hey.
> Ivan -- I call him the lonely trikker --- hasn't
> seen many trikkers before. I will be in Tampa for a
> meeting tonight and Sat so Sun morning I want to do
> some trikking. We are aiming for Sun morning around
> 11 the exact location to meet will come later.
> Hoping Ivan can give us some good place to meet
> around Clearwater or close.
>
> BJ
> First Coast Trikkes
>
> Steve Rice <orlandotrikkes@...> wrote:
> Hi pat! Yeah, once your kids see how much fun your
> having, you can be sure they will want their own. My
> 10 year old rides our T8's but its a bit big so I
> plan
> on getting her one soon. Looking forward to the
> cooler
> months upcoming, (85 degrees instead of 99, wink
> wink)
> but at least a good portion of the WOT is covered
> with
> trees. It sure helps.
>
> As far as the weight issue, I have heard of people
> around the 300 mark using the Trikke with no issues.
> I
> would guess it depends on how rough you use it.
> Normal
> riding shouldn't be a problem. If you haven't been
> there yet, check out www.trikketalk.com . There are
> riders from around the world who share info and
> ideas
> and are always willing to help.
>
> Let me know when your Trikke arrives and if time
> allows, the wife and I will meet you on the trail
> for
> a bit! Watching other Trikkers is a good way to pick
> up the motion.
>
> Steve
>
> --- Pat <mangonumerouno@...> wrote:
>
> > steve, thanks for the tips and engouraging words.
> i
> > can't wait for my
> > trikke to arrive. if my daughter likes it i will
> > probably get her one
> > for christmas. my son is itching to ride it as
> well,
> > but that brings
> > up the question of weight limit. he is tall, and
> > 10-15 pounds over the
> > recommended limit of 250; i've read of problems
> with
> > wheels cracking
> > with heavy riders. heard first-hand of any such
> > cases?
> >
> > and bj, thanks for the links. one of the west
> trail
> > stations is not
> > too far from me, so i will be hitting the trail as
> > soon as i'm up to
> > it.
> >
> > pat
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
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Hi pat! Yeah, once your kids see how much fun your
having, you can be sure they will want their own. My
10 year old rides our T8's but its a bit big so I plan
on getting her one soon. Looking forward to the cooler
months upcoming, (85 degrees instead of 99, wink wink)
but at least a good portion of the WOT is covered with
trees. It sure helps.

As far as the weight issue, I have heard of people
around the 300 mark using the Trikke with no issues. I
would guess it depends on how rough you use it. Normal
riding shouldn't be a problem. If you haven't been
there yet, check out www.trikketalk.com . There are
riders from around the world who share info and ideas
and are always willing to help.

Let me know when your Trikke arrives and if time
allows, the wife and I will meet you on the trail for
a bit! Watching other Trikkers is a good way to pick
up the motion.

Steve

--- Pat <mangonumerouno@...> wrote:

> steve, thanks for the tips and engouraging words. i
> can't wait for my
> trikke to arrive. if my daughter likes it i will
> probably get her one
> for christmas. my son is itching to ride it as well,
> but that brings
> up the question of weight limit. he is tall, and
> 10-15 pounds over the
> recommended limit of 250; i've read of problems with
> wheels cracking
> with heavy riders. heard first-hand of any such
> cases?
>
> and bj, thanks for the links. one of the west trail
> stations is not
> too far from me, so i will be hitting the trail as
> soon as i'm up to
> it. 
>
> pat
>
>
>
>

steve, thanks for the tips and engouraging words. i can't wait for my
trikke to arrive. if my daughter likes it i will probably get her one
for christmas. my son is itching to ride it as well, but that brings
up the question of weight limit. he is tall, and 10-15 pounds over the
recommended limit of 250; i've read of problems with wheels cracking
with heavy riders. heard first-hand of any such cases?

and bj, thanks for the links. one of the west trail stations is not
too far from me, so i will be hitting the trail as soon as i'm up to
it. 

pat

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Hi pat! Yeah, once your kids see how much fun your
having, you can be sure they will want their own. My
10 year old rides our T8's but its a bit big so I plan
on getting her one soon. Looking forward to the cooler
months upcoming, (85 degrees instead of 99, wink wink)
but at least a good portion of the WOT is covered with
trees. It sure helps.

As far as the weight issue, I have heard of people
around the 300 mark using the Trikke with no issues. I
would guess it depends on how rough you use it. Normal
riding shouldn't be a problem. If you haven't been
there yet, check out www.trikketalk.com . There are
riders from around the world who share info and ideas
and are always willing to help.

Let me know when your Trikke arrives and if time
allows, the wife and I will meet you on the trail for
a bit! Watching other Trikkers is a good way to pick
up the motion.

Steve

--- Pat <mangonumerouno@...> wrote:

> steve, thanks for the tips and engouraging words. i
> can't wait for my
> trikke to arrive. if my daughter likes it i will
> probably get her one
> for christmas. my son is itching to ride it as well,
> but that brings
> up the question of weight limit. he is tall, and
> 10-15 pounds over the
> recommended limit of 250; i've read of problems with
> wheels cracking
> with heavy riders. heard first-hand of any such
> cases?
>
> and bj, thanks for the links. one of the west trail
> stations is not
> too far from me, so i will be hitting the trail as
> soon as i'm up to
> it.
>
> pat
>
>
>
>

steve, thanks for the tips and engouraging words. i can't wait for my
trikke to arrive. if my daughter likes it i will probably get her one
for christmas. my son is itching to ride it as well, but that brings
up the question of weight limit. he is tall, and 10-15 pounds over the
recommended limit of 250; i've read of problems with wheels cracking
with heavy riders. heard first-hand of any such cases?

and bj, thanks for the links. one of the west trail stations is not
too far from me, so i will be hitting the trail as soon as i'm up to
it.

pat

Hello Pat! Glad you found us. Your going to enjoy your
new toy, let me tell you. If you haven't tried one
yet, it will be fun and frustrating at the same time,
but once you get the hang of the 'rock and roll'
aspect of the Trikke, you won't want to get off of it!

Depending on the model you purchased, you will need to
pick the right place to get familiar with the feel of
the Trikke. A T8, with the poly wheels will favor a
flat, smooth surface where a T12, or a T8 convertable
might allow you to use a slightly rougher surface. I
suggest the West Orange Trail or the Seminole trails
to learn on since they are very smooth. Don't be
afraid to give a little push to get moving in the
beginning. Once you try a little of the side to side
motion and start to feel the 'sweet spot' it will just
keep getting easier and easier each time you jump on
it!

You are in the minority right now. I haven't seen one
other Trikke, (except my wife's) in the Orlando area
since I purchased mine back in April. But each time I
hit the trails, more and more people stop me to
inquire about it. Hopefully we will have some others
to plan a group ride with soon. I have already scoped
out a great ride and will announce a date soon. So,
practice up and be ready! Hope to ride with you soon.
Feel free to ask when you have questions once you
start to ride. I'll be glad to help. Talk soon!

Steve

orlandotrikkes.com (coming soon!)

--- Pat <mangonumerouno@...> wrote:

> my new trikke arrives next week; once i actually
> learn to ride, are there any riders in orlando
> that get together from time to time? any advice
> or opinions on getting started will be appreciated.
> 
>
>
>
>

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thanks for the note, bj. so you're in jax, eh? i grew
up on the westside. went to paxon, fjc, moved away in
1973.
when i get tired of puttering around the neighborhood,
i'll probably take the trikke out to the university
campus here in orlando. miles of nice wide sidewalk,
plus several 4-story parking garages. well, maybe i'll
hold off on the parking garages for a while :)

Hello Pat! Glad you found us. Your going to enjoy your
new toy, let me tell you. If you haven't tried one
yet, it will be fun and frustrating at the same time,
but once you get the hang of the 'rock and roll'
aspect of the Trikke, you won't want to get off of it!

Depending on the model you purchased, you will need to
pick the right place to get familiar with the feel of
the Trikke. A T8, with the poly wheels will favor a
flat, smooth surface where a T12, or a T8 convertable
might allow you to use a slightly rougher surface. I
suggest the West Orange Trail or the Seminole trails
to learn on since they are very smooth. Don't be
afraid to give a little push to get moving in the
beginning. Once you try a little of the side to side
motion and start to feel the 'sweet spot' it will just
keep getting easier and easier each time you jump on
it!

You are in the minority right now. I haven't seen one
other Trikke, (except my wife's) in the Orlando area
since I purchased mine back in April. But each time I
hit the trails, more and more people stop me to
inquire about it. Hopefully we will have some others
to plan a group ride with soon. I have already scoped
out a great ride and will announce a date soon. So,
practice up and be ready! Hope to ride with you soon.
Feel free to ask when you have questions once you
start to ride. I'll be glad to help. Talk soon!

Steve

orlandotrikkes.com (coming soon!)

--- Pat <mangonumerouno@...> wrote:

> my new trikke arrives next week; once i actually
> learn to ride, are there any riders in orlando
> that get together from time to time? any advice
> or opinions on getting started will be appreciated.
>
>
>
>
>

thanks for the note, bj. so you're in jax, eh? i grew
up on the westside. went to paxon, fjc, moved away in
1973.
when i get tired of puttering around the neighborhood,
i'll probably take the trikke out to the university
campus here in orlando. miles of nice wide sidewalk,
plus several 4-story parking garages. well, maybe i'll
hold off on the parking garages for a while :)

my new trikke arrives next week; once i actually
learn to ride, are there any riders in orlando
that get together from time to time? any advice
or opinions on getting started will be appreciated.

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my new trikke arrives next week; once i actually
learn to ride, are there any riders in orlando
that get together from time to time? any advice
or opinions on getting started will be appreciated.

We at Trikke Nation have reluctantly decided that we must cancel the
third and final stop in the Trikke Nation Tour for a couple of
reasons.

The high gas prices have made travel by auto very difficult and
expensive. As we have been funding this tour ourselves, the current
gas prices have made the trip to Jacksonville Florida somewhat cost
prohibitive.

In the wake of Hurricane Katrina many families have been affected by
the loss of family, friends, and property. We all pray for those who
have suffered a loss and ask God to guide them through this time of
trouble. All of us have been affected by the hurricane directly or
indirectly and everyone must re-adjust their lives in order to
survive.

Although we did our best to maintain the tour and meet and support
our Trikke family in Florida we must take into account those things
that take higher priority. Trikke Nation plans to include Florida in
its tour next year and promise the event to be very exciting.

Thank You,

Theo Rushin

Hey,

I claim to be no experts but if you need any help with you event, I
will be happy to do or get what I can.

Just let me know.

Theo
TrikkeNation


--- In orlando_trikkes@yahoogroups.com, BJ <bchguynfla@y...> wrote:
> Stever,
>
> Geroge sounds great. Me and Theo did the Senior Olympics in
Pittsburgh in June. We saw lots of "Georges" make your heart feel
good that some people no matter how old are willing to try something
new. They got that old by knowing their limits but not by standing
on the sidelines for sure !
>
> Looking forward to hearing about your ride.
>
> I checked out our River Walk here in Jacksonville last Sun. It is
only 1.8 miles long but the ramp to the bridge that crosses over the
railroad bridge is what makes it exciting. You sure can get some
practice climbing.
>
> Will post some of my pics here.
>
>
>
>
>
> Steve <orlandotrikkes@y...> wrote:
> I was out taking pictures this past weekend, of the trail where I
hope
> to have our first group ride. The details and pictures will be
> available soon. While I was trikking through downtown Winter
Garden, I
> met a nice fellow on his bike enjoying the trail. As soon as I saw
> him, he locked his eyes on my Trikke and I knew he wanted to know
> more.
>
> His name is George and he said he had seen the Trikke commercial
and
> asked if he could try to stand on it. While just standing on the
> Trikke is not really that exciting, imagine for just a minute you
are
> 90 years old! That's right, George is a Nonagenarian. He is 90
years
> YOUNG! He did try to move a bit but he was still happy just
standing
> on my Trikke and talking about it. I have added a picture of
George in
> our photo file. If you look real close, you can surely see a smile
on
> his face.
>
> I will have the pictures and details of our first group ride
available
> in a few days. At that time we will work on a date. After things
are
> finalized, I am going to ask George if he would like to meet with
us
> on our way through Winter Garden and see if he would like another
shot
> at trying our Trikkes. Even if he doesn't care to try, he's a real
> nice guy and a pleasure to talk to. Hopefully, he will be up to
> joining us.
>
> Steve
>
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I was out taking pictures this past weekend, of the trail where I hope
to have our first group ride. The details and pictures will be
available soon. While I was trikking through downtown Winter Garden, I
met a nice fellow on his bike enjoying the trail. As soon as I saw
him, he locked his eyes on my Trikke and I knew he wanted to know
more.

His name is George and he said he had seen the Trikke commercial and
asked if he could try to stand on it. While just standing on the
Trikke is not really that exciting, imagine for just a minute you are
90 years old! That's right, George is a Nonagenarian. He is 90 years
YOUNG! He did try to move a bit but he was still happy just standing
on my Trikke and talking about it. I have added a picture of George in
our photo file. If you look real close, you can surely see a smile on
his face.

I will have the pictures and details of our first group ride available
in a few days. At that time we will work on a date. After things are
finalized, I am going to ask George if he would like to meet with us
on our way through Winter Garden and see if he would like another shot
at trying our Trikkes. Even if he doesn't care to try, he's a real
nice guy and a pleasure to talk to. Hopefully, he will be up to
joining us.

Steve

Steve,

I have been away in Va visiting family in the Blue
Ridge Mountains -- even got in some trikking in
thehills ! Loved it.

I couldn't get your link to work.

I don't know what "Monsters" are -- not my generation
I guess :)

Aug 20 is off for right now. I am waiting to here from
Theo for another date for Jax.

If you haven't ordered your 12 let me know. I am a
dealer too so glad to help another Florida trikker !

BJ

--- Steve <orlandotrikkes@...> wrote:

> BJ... here is a link to the trails in Seminole
> County. The trail I
> spoke of in Altamonte starts at the San Sebastian
> trailhead.
>
> www.seminolecountyfl.gov/pw/trails/trails_semwekiva
>
> Interesting reading... they mention that they are
> planning an
> 'underpass' for the trail at HWY 434 and Markham
> Woods road. Thats
> gonna take some doing. Its a very busy intersection
> and they cant shut
> it down so they will have to tunnel under. Can't
> wait to see that!
>
> Hope that link shows you what you wanted to know. It
> lists all the
> trails in the county. August 20th is getting
> close... hope I have my
> T12 by then. I may bring my nephews to use my T8's
> if so. they got
> good on them fast. Its gonna be fun!
>
> Are you familiar with the Monsters? They were in Jax
> last week. Just
> curious. See you soon!
>
> Steve
>
> --- In orlando_trikkes@yahoogroups.com, BJ
> <bchguynfla@y...> wrote:
> >
> > Steve,
> >
> > You mentioned ...an Altamonte Springs  trail. Is
> there
> > a website giving directions for finding that trail
> ?
> >
> > BJ
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > --- Steve <orlandotrikkes@y...> wrote:
> >
> > > Hi, and welcome to the group! Yes, there are
> many
> > > miles of Trikke
> > > trails here in the Orlando area. The West Orange
> > > section runs from the
> > > Lake/Orange county line all the way to Apopka.
> > > There's another that
> > > starts in Altamonte Springs and runs to Sanford
> area
> > > and on the east
> > > side of town the trail runs just off hwy. 50 for
> > > several miles. A few
> > > inclines in all of the trails but they are
> > > negotiable.
> > >
> > > Since your in Tampa, do you know if they allow
> any
> > > riding at the
> > > Channelside area? I haven't been to that area in
> a
> > > while but I know
> > > it's been upgraded lately with shopping and
> > > eateries. Do they allow
> > > any bikes/blades around there?
> > >
> > > Hopefully in the future we will plan a gethering
> in
> > > the Orlando area
> > > and we hope you will consider joining us! Again,
> > > welcome!
> > >
> > > Steve
> > >
> > > --- In orlando_trikkes@yahoogroups.com,
> "lcptampa"
> > > <lcperkins@e...> wrote:
> > > > There are a nuber of good trails in the Tampa
> Bay
> > > are.  The best being
> > > > the Pinellas Train in St. Pete and along Bruce
> B.
> > > Downs in New Tampa.
> > > > These are fine for the TRIKKE 8 (also new T7
> and
> > > T8.5 Convertible).
> > > > Bayshore gets crowded and a little rough at
> the
> > > expansion joints.  The
> > > > Gandy Bridge (Friendship Trail) is also very
> > > enjoyable (need the T8 or
> > > > T12 to deal with the expansion joints.
> > > >
> > > > Please post appropriate trails et al for the
> > > Orlando area...
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
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I have changed our group to a moderated sign-up. After seeing another
Trikke group infiltrated by a spammer, new members of this group will
have to be approved by the moderator... me! Hopefully this will keep
you from receiving unwanted spam-mail. Anyone can still join, but this
should prevent any problems with unwanted spammers. I will do my best!

Steve

BJ... here is a link to the trails in Seminole County. The trail I
spoke of in Altamonte starts at the San Sebastian trailhead.

www.seminolecountyfl.gov/pw/trails/trails_semwekiva

Interesting reading... they mention that they are planning an
'underpass' for the trail at HWY 434 and Markham Woods road. Thats
gonna take some doing. Its a very busy intersection and they cant shut
it down so they will have to tunnel under. Can't wait to see that!

Hope that link shows you what you wanted to know. It lists all the
trails in the county. August 20th is getting close... hope I have my
T12 by then. I may bring my nephews to use my T8's if so. they got
good on them fast. Its gonna be fun!

Are you familiar with the Monsters? They were in Jax last week. Just
curious. See you soon!

Steve

--- In orlando_trikkes@yahoogroups.com, BJ <bchguynfla@y...> wrote:
>
> Steve,
>
> You mentioned ...an Altamonte Springs  trail. Is there
> a website giving directions for finding that trail ?
>
> BJ
>
>
>
>
> --- Steve <orlandotrikkes@y...> wrote:
>
> > Hi, and welcome to the group! Yes, there are many
> > miles of Trikke
> > trails here in the Orlando area. The West Orange
> > section runs from the
> > Lake/Orange county line all the way to Apopka.
> > There's another that
> > starts in Altamonte Springs and runs to Sanford area
> > and on the east
> > side of town the trail runs just off hwy. 50 for
> > several miles. A few
> > inclines in all of the trails but they are
> > negotiable.
> >
> > Since your in Tampa, do you know if they allow any
> > riding at the
> > Channelside area? I haven't been to that area in a
> > while but I know
> > it's been upgraded lately with shopping and
> > eateries. Do they allow
> > any bikes/blades around there?
> >
> > Hopefully in the future we will plan a gethering in
> > the Orlando area
> > and we hope you will consider joining us! Again,
> > welcome!
> >
> > Steve
> >
> > --- In orlando_trikkes@yahoogroups.com, "lcptampa"
> > <lcperkins@e...> wrote:
> > > There are a nuber of good trails in the Tampa Bay
> > are.  The best being
> > > the Pinellas Train in St. Pete and along Bruce B.
> > Downs in New Tampa.
> > > These are fine for the TRIKKE 8 (also new T7 and
> > T8.5 Convertible).
> > > Bayshore gets crowded and a little rough at the
> > expansion joints.  The
> > > Gandy Bridge (Friendship Trail) is also very
> > enjoyable (need the T8 or
> > > T12 to deal with the expansion joints.
> > >
> > > Please post appropriate trails et al for the
> > Orlando area...
> >
> >
> >
>
>
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I ran across this video and about fell off my chair laughing - I have
no idea who made this, but it is great! Check it out:
http://www.trikkejunky.com/video/Trikke_8_FUNNY.wmv

Steve,

You mentioned ...an Altamonte Springs  trail. Is there
a website giving directions for finding that trail ?

BJ




--- Steve <orlandotrikkes@...> wrote:

> Hi, and welcome to the group! Yes, there are many
> miles of Trikke
> trails here in the Orlando area. The West Orange
> section runs from the
> Lake/Orange county line all the way to Apopka.
> There's another that
> starts in Altamonte Springs and runs to Sanford area
> and on the east
> side of town the trail runs just off hwy. 50 for
> several miles. A few
> inclines in all of the trails but they are
> negotiable.
>
> Since your in Tampa, do you know if they allow any
> riding at the
> Channelside area? I haven't been to that area in a
> while but I know
> it's been upgraded lately with shopping and
> eateries. Do they allow
> any bikes/blades around there?
>
> Hopefully in the future we will plan a gethering in
> the Orlando area
> and we hope you will consider joining us! Again,
> welcome!
>
> Steve
>
> --- In orlando_trikkes@yahoogroups.com, "lcptampa"
> <lcperkins@e...> wrote:
> > There are a nuber of good trails in the Tampa Bay
> are.  The best being
> > the Pinellas Train in St. Pete and along Bruce B.
> Downs in New Tampa.
> > These are fine for the TRIKKE 8 (also new T7 and
> T8.5 Convertible).
> > Bayshore gets crowded and a little rough at the
> expansion joints.  The
> > Gandy Bridge (Friendship Trail) is also very
> enjoyable (need the T8 or
> > T12 to deal with the expansion joints.
> >
> > Please post appropriate trails et al for the
> Orlando area...
>
>
>


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Hi, and welcome to the group! Yes, there are many miles of Trikke
trails here in the Orlando area. The West Orange section runs from the
Lake/Orange county line all the way to Apopka. There's another that
starts in Altamonte Springs and runs to Sanford area and on the east
side of town the trail runs just off hwy. 50 for several miles. A few
inclines in all of the trails but they are negotiable.

Since your in Tampa, do you know if they allow any riding at the
Channelside area? I haven't been to that area in a while but I know
it's been upgraded lately with shopping and eateries. Do they allow
any bikes/blades around there?

Hopefully in the future we will plan a gethering in the Orlando area
and we hope you will consider joining us! Again, welcome!

Steve

--- In orlando_trikkes@yahoogroups.com, "lcptampa" <lcperkins@e...> wrote:
> There are a nuber of good trails in the Tampa Bay are.  The best being
> the Pinellas Train in St. Pete and along Bruce B. Downs in New Tampa.
> These are fine for the TRIKKE 8 (also new T7 and T8.5 Convertible).
> Bayshore gets crowded and a little rough at the expansion joints.  The
> Gandy Bridge (Friendship Trail) is also very enjoyable (need the T8 or
> T12 to deal with the expansion joints.
>
> Please post appropriate trails et al for the Orlando area...