ADK Buell Rally: Part Deux

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Due to an overwhelmingly positive response to last year's event, Dave and I will be organizing a shindig for this spring as well!  It seemed that everyone had a excellent time and was happy with the overall format last year, so we're not going to be changing hardly anything.  The only real notable change is that we'll be sure to post up where the dinner meet up will be for both Friday and Saturday night - we felt bad that some people showed up Saturday evening last year and were unable to find anyone because we hadn't posted up the plans anywhere.

Also, a few people had discussed possibly extending the event into the week leading up (something like a Wed-Sun thing), and spending the first couple days in Northern VT before heading down to the Lake George region for Friday evening.  Dave nor I will be involved in any of the planning for that as it's unlikely that either of us will be able to attend, but I will post any info on that here and on the BadWeB thread so that anyone who wishes to attend that portion can easily find that info.

Feel free to read my little write up on the 2012 event.  Also, check out some additional photos of the 2012 event here, here and here.

Adirondack Buell Rally
May 17-19, 2013

Stop by here for info and updates on the 2013 edition of this event.

As with last year, the plan is to center the event around Lake George Village in Upstate New York and meet each morning to plan the day ad hoc.  We will break up into smaller groups depending on who wants to go where.  I will do my best to show off the Adirondacks (as well as others familiar with the region, I'm sure), which I'm lucky enough to live near, to anyone who cares to follow.

Thanks to Dave (Brumbear) for a lot of the legwork on this event and info provided.

Be sure to check out the event thread on BadWeB for more info and discussion or if you want to meet up with anyone for a ride into town or to share a room with.

Meeting Points to Ride to Lake George

From NJ, Eastern PA and NYC area:
Departing at 9:30am from Quick Check junction of 15 and CR 623, Lafayette, NJ
Planned Route (subject to change)
Meeting at Liberty Harley-Buell around 10:30am.
Lunch stop planned for Last Chance near Hunter Mountain for those that would like to meet there, figure 12:30 or 1:00pm.

From the CT Area:
Nothing planned

Hudson Valley area:
Nothing planned

New York Captial Region:
Nothing planned - please contact me if you'd like to head up from the Albany area.

Itinerary

ALL TIMES AND LOCATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE! ! !  Please check back to be sure you have the most current info, or subscribe to my blog and be notified when updates are made.

Friday, May 17

7:30pm - Meet for dinner at King Neptune's Pub

Saturday, May 18

9:00am - Meet at the Fort William Henry parking lot to discuss rides
10:00am - Split up for the day for rides or off-bike activities
7:30pm - Meet for dinner at King Neptune's Pub

Sunday, May 19

9:00am - Meet at the Pancake House for Breakfast
10:00am - Meet at the Fort William Henry parking lot to discuss rides
11:00am - Split up for the day for rides, off-bike activities or head home

Lodging Options

Lake George is FULL of hotels, motels, inns, bed and breakfasts and campgrounds, so be sure to check around.  Whether you want the expected at a chain or the character of a mom and pop joint, you'll find it here.  Anything listed as being "in" Lake George Village will be walking distance to the Ft. William Henry and other area attractions including dinner locations, so no worries about getting back to your room after a few cold ones. 

Because this is before Memorial Day and there are so many options, be sure to do some of your own research on where to stay (including neighboring lakes and town, if you wish) for the best prices.

Most people will be staying at the Fort William Henry.  This is easiest as it's where we will be meeting each morning and is walkable to anywhere in town we will go for dinner or breakfast.  It is a little more expensive, however.  
Use promo code "FACE" if booking online to get 20% off our stay.

Some other options are:
Quality Inn Lake George (nicer place)
Battleground Campground (right near Ft. William Henry)
Tiki Resort (mid-priced, something a little different)
Lake View Inn (this is a great budget option)
Montreal Motel (another budget option, but on the other side of town - still walkable)

Ride Route Ideas

These are just some suggestions for routes and destinations - feel free to make your own or email me for more ideas.  Mileages given are accurate, times are based on Google Maps, so keep in mind that your riding pace as well as gas, food and rest stops will affect the travel time.  We will try to have route sheets as well for people who like to kick it old skool.

NOTE: Route sheets are attached for each ride below, but programming these routes into your GPS electing to just follow someone else who knows where they're going is advisable is possible.

Big Lakes Loop

This is a big ride with some good sections of sweepers and twisties, but is more about enjoying the scenery and beauty of the region.  The route will ride by 10 Adirondack lakes including Lake George, Lake Champlain, Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, Tupper Lake, Long Lake, Rich Lake and a bunch of other smaller lakes and ponds.  Before lunch, the route will take you up to the summit of Whiteface Mountain for spectacular views of the Lake Placid and the Adirondack High Peaks.  

278 miles, 6 1/2 hours
big_lakes_loop.xls
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File Type: xls
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Vermont High Gaps

This one is inspired by one of my favorite rides from Americade, highlighted by Rt 17 in Vermont which has some narly twisties.  WARNING: Some of these roads may not be in very good shape.

241 miles, 6 hours
no route sheet provided

Sacandaga & Rt. 10 Loop

Sacandaga has some of the best twisties in the area and Route 10 offers some fantastic fast sweepers.  Together they make an excellent route. Stop for lunch in Speculator and be sure to check out some of the fantastic scenic pull-offs along the shores of the Great Sacandaga Lake.  

180 Miles, 4 1/2 hours
sacandaga_and_rt_10.xls
File Size: 37 kb
File Type: xls
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Sacandaga Quick Rip

Here's a fantastic choice if you have a little time to kill and want to hit some the best twisties in the area.

65 miles, 2 1/2 hours
sacandaga_quick_rip.xls
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Schroon Lake Quick Rip

Here's another good quick route if you have some time to kill or want to pair it with the Sacandaga Quick Rip for a morning and afternoon ride.  Great roads and a stop at De Cesare's Pizza for lunch.  Or, you can build in stops at Veteran's Memorial Beach in Bolton Landing to make it an all-day affair.  

142 miles, 3 hours
schroon_lake_quick_rip.xls
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Schroon Lake Extended Rip

This follows the same route as the Schroon Lake Quick Rip, but adds a section on the north end that hits Tracy Rd and North Hudson Rd, two local legends.  This route could also easily be modified to skip the portions west of I-87 to make it a little shorter if so desired.

177 miles, 4 1/4 hours
schroon_lake_extended.xls
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Off-the-Bike Activities

There are plenty of things to keep busy in and around the Lake George region.  Here are some ideas (the links I've provided are just ideas, be sure to do your own research or email me for other suggestions):