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Location: Jet City | I just noticed there's a few NW folks here. We to do some sort of get together.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | There was one gathering at gh1's place in Portland. A year ago last....August...wasn't it?
Seems to take a lot of groundwork to get us together. I keep stumping for the Vancouver Island Music Fest as a gathering place...'cos it's so darned much fun...but there's only one taker so far.
(the website for the fest has been down for a several weeks or I'd post a link. googling Vancouver Island Music Fest will get you there and related sites.)
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Location: East Tennessee | Originally posted by Damon67:
I just noticed there's a few NW folks here. We to do some sort of get together.
I feel the need to drink wine and play OPOs (Other peoples' Ovations) Be careful. These guys are fussy about their wine. They always sniff the twist off cap first. :D |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I live in the most remote city of more than 100,000 people in the USA, I heard the other day. It's a big project for me to get anywhere or for anyone to come here. I get to Portland on a regular basis and made the NW gathering in August of 06, and met some of the Portland folks on other trips as well. Followup on fillhixx's idea or try to put something together in the Seattle area on a weekend and see if any of the rest of us show up.
We talked about the last one for over a year before it happened, but we had 2 of us from Idaho, the wild Canadian referred to above, Woody and Miles from Seattle and stonebobbo and his son from California, as well as many people a little closer to the Portland area. The only negative from my standpoint was that I didn't get to spend enough time trying out all those guitars and drinking beer with everyone. That was probably a positive for those who owned the beer and guitars. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Welcome - if I'm not too late!
Any excuse to play OPO's!
Let me make this 98% official then.
I would like to host a Northwest OFC gathering at my house in Port Orchard, WA, on July 4/5th this year.
If you Google 98366 you can check out the area for other events, parks, hotels and such. I will host a barbeque style gathering and can accomodate one private bedroom with bath and room for a dozen sleeping bags on the floor!
Contact me to assist with your itinerary and lodging - there are a lot of Family friendly things to do in a short radius and if you lodge or camp nearby we can have an extended OFC event and explore the NW. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | We already have plans to be in Charlotte that week, but if that changes, I'll see you guys instead. |
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Location: Jet City | I'm good for any date in the Seattle area.
Woody, I'm actually in Bellevue, not too far. Anytime you wanna play my UKII while I play that VXT is good with me Sir! |
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Location: Jet City | There's always Bumbershoot, but I'm usually at the Gorge that weekend for DMB.
There we go, let's all camp at the Gorge! Someone bring a generator for the electrics! |
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Location: closely held secret | Now cmon, Mark. I came all the way to your house, played all your guitars and didn't drink any of your beer.
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by Capo Guy:
Originally posted by Damon67:
I just noticed there's a few NW folks here. We to do some sort of get together.
I feel the need to drink wine and play OPOs (Other peoples' Ovations) Be careful. These guys are fussy about their wine. They always sniff the twist off cap first. :D |
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Location: closely held secret | Sure, save the boxed Gallo for your real friends... |
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Location: Tennessee | I like my wine fortified. |
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Location: closely held secret | Put a nail in it. |
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| I would love to visit the PNW.
Be warned, if you invite me I might turn up. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Mark,
Its OK, just ship your guitars...
Stand by for a possible change of location and venue - but there WILL BE A PNW OFC Fourth of July gathering and it should be outstanding! |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by schroeder:
I would love to visit the PNW.
Be warned, if you invite me I might turn up. I'm not sure whether to take that as a challenge or a threat. |
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Location: closely held secret | Damon, make sure you stick a pin in the OFC World Map . We need more weight in the upper left corner to balance out the right side.
Mark, I notice there aren't any in Ideeho. |
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Location: closely held secret | Looks like Frappr might have lost some through their many 'upgrades'. Slipkid and BrianT seem to be missing, and I just noticed the only one in Colorado is someone named 'Sally'. :p |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Damon, make sure you stick a pin in the OFC World Map . We need more weight in the upper left corner to balance out the right side.
Mark, I notice there aren't any in Ideeho. |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | I just chatted with MWoody and it looks like we'll do this years event up here in Mount Vernon, WA.
I was actually planning it already, I just was awaiting until after NAMM to make the announcement.
So far is looks like the 4th weekend is good for many reasons. As I firm up plans I will post more, probably in a new thread, but... for those that do not know..
There is a TON of stuff to do in this area besides play guitars. The 4th celebration here is like none I have seen anywhere else either.
I'm right off I-5, and close enough that folks up and down the coast could take the train here for an adventure.
Plenty of parking, plenty of lodging, plenty of space, and logistically more music gear than we will ever need and plenty of things for the guitar widows to do too.
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Location: Jet City | Great news! I'm in!
Speaking of NAMM.... anyone got an extra pass? I was hoping to go this year, but my "in" fell through.
There's another event I want to go to if I can make it. I met most of these folks while researching who was the best person to fix my Mosrite.
I'll start a new post for it |
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Location: closely held secret | Hmmm... plenty of gits at Miles house, so no need to bring one...
Sounds like a good excuse for a bike trip! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Cool Miles. That's much more handier for me too!
Are you hitching distance from the the ferry, or cycling!?! (no, no, that would never work. can't carry more guitars BACK on a bike....) |
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Location: closely held secret | No worries, Phil. If he's willing to sell it, he's willing to ship it! |
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Location: Upper Left USA | I'm just thinking about bringing a bunch of empty cases...
Ideas include:
Kayaking the Skagit to Puget Sound
Next day outing to the EMP in Seattle
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| None of that includes the word pub. Some mistake surely? |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | S'okay. I'll bring the beer. aGAINnnn.
(and a better quality, now that I appreciate what the Portland crew actually understand about beer.) |
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Location: Jet City | No winos in this group? |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Lotsa whinos, for sure.
Wine just seems so dainty for guitar.
Beer for country & folk music
Scotch for jazz
Gin & Juice for rap
Wine for.....classical? |
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Location: East Tennessee | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Lotsa whinos, for sure.
Wine just seems so dainty for guitar.
Beer for country & folk music
Scotch for jazz
Gin & Juice for rap
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Yep, ferry is "come get me" distance, no problem.
Some other features of the area, all within range are everything from Mount Baker, Vancouver Zoo, the town of Anacortes (very cool place), Deception Pass, LOTS AND LOTS of fresh fruits and veggie places, flowers, wineries, a fun Alpaca ranch, Historic La Conner, Chuckanut Drive, state forests, parks, ... it's really so hard to describe what to do here as there is so much. None of it really "over the top" but all very very fun no matter what your interest.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | We put a couple bikes on the back of the 911 and had a nice little vacation in the San Juans one year. We've got a couple friends with boats up there and I'd like to try some sailing. I highly recommend that over the outlet malls. You can do that in Arkansas.
Bring a van over and load up the guitars. I'll loan them to you till I get back. The usual rental fee is new strings. Waskel threw in a new battery. About half of them are overdue for string changes, so I'm up for a rental program. Of course, if you want to get away from it all, there's always Idaho. |
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Location: PDX | Sounds GREAT to me. However, i'm in the middle of a move. But if that calms down i'm definitely in.
I'm down to one Ovation and trying to sell that, but can i still come?
i'd like to see John and Miles put on a home recording workshop too. Possible?
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Location: closely held secret | I think Miles is a little beyond 'home' recording, Greg! :cool: |
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Buy a Mac :D |
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Location: NW Washington State | Originally posted by Mr. Ovation:
Some other features of the area, all within range are everything from Mount Baker, Vancouver Zoo, the town of Anacortes (very cool place), Deception Pass, LOTS AND LOTS of fresh fruits and veggie places, flowers, wineries, a fun Alpaca ranch, Historic La Conner, Chuckanut Drive, state forests, parks, ... it's really so hard to describe what to do here as there is so much. None of it really "over the top" but all very very fun no matter what your interest. Gee, he didn't mention scenic Whidbey Island.
Do you actually have to be able to play the guitar to attend? Usually I avoid any situation that requires real guitar playing. If there's a chord noodling and repetitive scale playing event I'm OK.
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Location: Jet City | Scenic Whidbey Island. Yes... If anyone needs to book a room, and you have money to burn, try the Inn at Langley. Very nice, though maybe too far from the get together (beer, wine, gin... not a good mix with a drive) |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by numbfingers:
Do you actually have to be able to play the guitar to attend? Usually I avoid any situation that requires real guitar playing. If there's a chord noodling and repetitive scale playing event I'm OK.
-Steve W. [/QB] Steve - Bring a tambourine and do your best Davey Jones :D |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Hmmm
- No you don't have to play to come, but after awhile, you'll probably want to.
- Some OUT-STANDING roads for motorcycle and bicycle rides. Arguably the #1 road in the Pacific Northwest for motorcycles starts here in Mount Vernon (to Winthrop) although it may not be completely open in July. In any case, if some bikes show up, I'd be more than happy to lead a ride, or just give-ya a map. Heck, just going to the Grocery store can be gorgeous ride here.
- Home recording class... Interesting Idea. The Studio itself probably won't be ready by then, but then again, most people don't have a "studio" in their home, so I can just use my laptop and can even project it on the big-screen in the living room. GOOD IDEA. That would be fun. |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Wine just seems so dainty for guitar. Robust reds are not "dainty". Bold is a better word...
Last Pearl Jam show at the Gorge:
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by Mr. Ovation:
- Home recording class... Interesting Idea. The Studio itself probably won't be ready by then, but then again, most people don't have a "studio" in their home, so I can just use my laptop and can even project it on the big-screen in the living room. GOOD IDEA. That would be fun. Since I'm so close I could help out. I have a portable Mac based setup I can bring along if you like. Audio interface, near field monitors, midi usb keyboard and or guitar, and can show Garageband and Logic.
Let me know, it's easy to throw it all in the back of the Trailblazer. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Damon, that MAY be like bringing sand to the desert but.....?
Recording projects make my ears perk right up, of course.
But I'm coming for the cheese, like any good Canadian!
Yes, yes, wine is fine if you like. I do, and
make my own....it's just not funny enough.
Miles: re: studio.
What's left to do? Should I bring tools?
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Location: NW Washington State | Originally posted by fillhixx:
But I'm coming for the cheese, like any good Canadian! Bow, WA is close by and really cheesy.
Samish Bay Cheese
Golden Glen Creamery
A good bakery, too: Edison |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Geez, I give you guys straight-lines and all I get is eager beaver boyscouts. What happened to the real OFC?
Anyway. This sounds like a real good idea, because it's about 5 1/2 hours closer for me. Still a 5 - 6 hour trip but easier to do in one day than the Portland get-together. (as much fun as that was.) |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Geez, I give you guys straight-lines and all I get is eager beaver boyscouts. What happened to the real OFC? Not enough wine consumption. :D |
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Location: NW Washington State | You should have more respect for Boy Scouts: Scout Saves President |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Heck, I was a Queens Scout.
(Where I met Witco)
Cliff MADE me say that! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Just wanna keep this event top of mind,
I know how those of us in the Top Left wander away.......
....Maybe not so much for Miles, but he's
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Location: Brisbane Australia | Is this a definite?
Myself and my partner are seriously interested.
I have been to the US a couple of times she hasn't and we have been looking for an excuse to visit.
Sounds like a fun time
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Location: Jet City | Mr. O says it's so. I can't wait.
Nice arsenal you have there Aussie. I have solidbody envy. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Me too, but I'm not talking about guitars.
The gathering should be a go. Miles seldom makes threats.....I mean promises. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Maybe my daughter will go with her Ovation or could take some of mine. She enjoyed the one in August of 06. Her boyfriend's from Port Orchard and I'll bet she spends the 4th there. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | AJ - Yes, you might need to pick up a Viper!
Mark in B, what's his name - I'll check the local records and Barbershop! |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Yep, it's a go. I'll start another thread shortly, but this one will suffice for now to continue chatting. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I'll PM his name to you, Woody, as soon as I find out his last name. Maybe we can get Moody to do a little investigating. I was thinking my daughter could take up my OFC to play, but I just remembered that Miles has one. I am sure it will be in great demand, but maybe I'll send something else when we get an idea of what everyone else is bringing. Two OFCs in one place wouldn't be a bad idea. I could tell slight differences between mine and Tony's, but that might have been because I lowered the action. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | I'm in. Don't know yet how large an invading force I will bring with....
How about the Alberta brigade? It's only about 12 - 14 hours for you guys. (though there are hILLs to contend with.) |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | If you have it on Saturday the 5th, I might be able to make it. I'd fly from Charlotte to Seattle on the 4th and then either ride back to Portland with my daughter on the 6th or fly from Seattle back to Boise on the 6th.
If the 5th works best for everyone else, I'll work on getting the flights. It's probably easier to fly to Seattle than it is to Boise anyway. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | I like the idea of gathering on the 4th and 5th even if we just designate a park or such to congregate at. I want to do some site-seeing and kayaking in the area over the next few days so as far as myself I am planning about a week in the area.
Possible Itinerary:
Party/Trash Mile's house
Kayak the Orca's Islands (several tours available)
Wander the Farmer Markets in the Skagit Valley
Skagit Valley Wineries...
Skagit River Eagle watching...
Hurricane Ridge - drive up for an awesome view
Lounge at my house - BBQ, firepit, trees, etc.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Just as long as the Party/Trash Miles' house is on the 5th. I'll save the rest for some trip when I have more time available. I have friends who have two different boats moored up there that owe me at least a weekend if I ever have time. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Gawrsh! I kinder wanted to come see how you'se all celebrate yer nashunul holladay. I unnerstan' it's quite a big toodoo.
Seeing as I'll still be sporting my Quiet Canadian assurance from the True North Strong And Free observances of July 1st.
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(As a secessionist I have only a little trouble saying that with a straight face...) |
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Location: Upper Left USA | So we'll add "Trash MIB's Friends Boat" to the list? |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | OOoooo! Puking on boats is what Tiggers do best! |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | fyi, BB King will be playing the Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery in Woodinville, WA on July 3rd. Not far away. got me thinking... |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Chateau Ste. Michelle.
Their reserve Merlot is one of my favorites. And BB is pretty ok too. That sounds like one hell of an afternoon to me. |
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Location: Jet City | Hmm... I may have to go see BB.
Weaser, try the Columbia Crest Grand Estates Merlot. Cheap and yummy.
Wine Spectator rated it a 92 a couple years back. $10 or less per bottle |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Don't even get started. There are so many good wines up there that we usually bring back a trunkful every year. (The trunk is pretty small.) This year I hope to miss the annual Yakima Valley wine tour because I will be going to the OVATION FACTORY TOUR on the same weekend. I hope. I hope. |
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Location: NJ | pick me up a bottle, when you're there . . . |
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Location: Jet City | Common out cliff. I've seen some of your clips, I think we know some of the same tunes.
Not too far... what's a few thousand miles amongst friends?
Mark, that one I mention due to price. It's our house wine... and quite tasy too.
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Damon - I'm all about getting tips (on wines, on guitars - just not on wooden nickels, Waskel's given me all I need there). Upstate is big on Columbia Crest - you can get it pretty much anywhere here. Not bad at all for the under $10 category and, for that price (which is usually about $9 here in town), you really can't beat it. No question, Washington does very well in the wine dept. Upstate NY does pretty ok as well so it's nice to measure ours up against some others across the country. |
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Location: Jet City | Weaser, my 2 vices are wine and guitars, and I'm full of opinions on both.
I'm into big bold reds for the most part. Another favorite of mine that's not quite as reasonable price-wise, but possibly available where you are is the Columbia Winery (not Crest) cabernet sauvignon Otis Vineyard. I've seen that stuff win several blind tastings. There's hundreds that are better, but probably hard to find there.
Man, I just deleted about 3 paragraphs on a recent wine trip. Too much for this forum and way off topic I think. I don't want to get a "vacation".
Though for me, a good bottle of Cab, goes great with my Elite LX! Perfect pairing.
Tonight it's pizza from Pagliacci's with a nice Amador County (CA region) Zin. Try the Renwood Fiddletown Zin. Fantastically paired with pizza or a pasta in red sauce. $20ish per bottle. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Sorry guys. I'm into the sweet whites, Reisling and such. There's enough variety up there that we go to some together and some separate wineries when we go up there with our friends. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by Damon67:
I don't want to get a "vacation". I'm pretty sure you're safe as long as you're very circumspect about politics, religion, and Taylors.
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Actually camping is an option for those that may want to. There is a nearby KOA and I have a nice sized yard if tents are your thing.
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | I have it on my calendar and am, at this point, planning on riding out. Could be solo or with SWMBO on the pillion. I've seen a picture of Miles' guitar box case storage system in his basement. Assuming there are guitars in some of those boxes, is there any need to bring a guitar, particularly if I'm traveling by motorcycle? |
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Location: closely held secret | It does tend to negatively effect the drag coefficient, doesn't it?
"Now, when you're going down a mountain road at 150 miles an hour you gotta be very careful, especially if you're playin' a guitar. Especially if that guitar is an acoustic guitar.
Because if it's an acoustic guitar, the wind pressure is greater on the box side than on the neck side, because there's more guitar on the box side."
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I'm thinking the same thing, Brad. I'll probably fly in from Charlotte and have my daughter pick me up at the airport. She could bring her Celebrity, but would rather not deal with it or any of my guitars. At the Portland gathering, Miles bought some of his more unique Ovations and still seemed to have more guitars there than anyone. Most were electrics, but I remember at least one acoustic.
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Location: closely held secret | If I can make it, I'll probably ride as well, and not bring a guitar. Maybe I'll strap the mando on the trunk.
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Yes I have mostly Electrics, but I also have some acoustics, and there will be of course PLENTY of Acoustics coming from all over the countryside.
Yeah I wish only "some" of those boxes had guitars in them. The truth of the matter is, some of those boxes have TWO guitars in them if they are Electrics.
I will also have a good assortment of percussion things on hand as well.
I do not have an Ukulele not any 12-String Guitars. I do have a 10-String tho.. :) |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Waskel,
If you'd like someone to haul a guitar or two back and forth from Portland, let me know. The current plan is for my daughter to drive up on July 3 or 4 and take me from SeaTac to Mt. Vernon. Although she is somewhat hesitant to take responsibility for my OFC guitar, she is very fond of 87 Collectors and might be willing to take yours up. So far she seems to be the responsible one in the family. |
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Location: North Idaho | Count me in. I definitely need to get away! My wife has relatives in MV, so we're set. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | I'll bring 12's (A & E) and an Oficial 2007 OFC Tour Uke. |
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Location: Jet City | I'll bring a Washburn, Gibson, Alvarez...
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | None of mine are special to anyone but me. But I'll be bringing at least one.
Planning on returning with one more, if possible... |
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If you still have the van, bring it full of your Ovations. I probably can't bring any, so you'll have to carry the load for Idaho. |
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Location: North Idaho | Be glad to bring a full load. And after today's news, I might have to throw in a couple of top end tacomas to show off what is moving to CT. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel: Prof, as it gets closer we should talk about meeting up somewhere around here and riding up together. [/QB] That same thought crossed my mind as well. And afterwards, maybe Miles can show us a road or two in his neck of the woods? |
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Location: closely held secret | No doubt. I know there are some nice rides up there. |
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
It does tend to negatively effect the drag coefficient, doesn't it?
"Now, when you're going down a mountain road at 150 miles an hour you gotta be very careful, especially if you're playin' a guitar. Especially if that guitar is an acoustic guitar.
Because if it's an acoustic guitar, the wind pressure is greater on the box side than on the neck side, because there's more guitar on the box side."
Arlo Guthrie I have hauled my O on the back of my GL1800 many times, but now on the V-strom....not enough room. Did someone say a motorcycle trip? :cool: |
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Location: closely held secret | Jeff, did you haul it with your wife on as well? I know I asked you that before but can't remember the answer.
I'm having a friend make me an aluminum sling to hold a hardshell case upside-down behind the trunk, between the tail lights, with the weight carried on the hitch.
One of these days I'll just build myself a trailer.
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Location: Mount Vernon, WA | Hi there .. new guy checking in.
First off, I'm not much of a guitar guy. I have a fender that I like and have been learning to play a little bit. A real little bit.
So why's this dude here? I thought you'd never ask :)
Being a friend of Miles and seeing as how he asked me to, I am offering my services as a guide for a nice motorcycle ride while you're here. I know the roads around here very well, having ridden most of them at one time or another.
So, looking forward to it folks. And I'm cheap. A couple glasses of that good wine ya'll been talking about. After the ride of course ;)
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | Not sure John, the motorcycle ride caught my eye as I am not getting any miles on the new Strom, but the 4th is a busy time for our family, so no commitments. |
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Location: Jet City | I'll trade ya some good wine for a bike to ride!
That's OK, I'll just hang out and drink the vino and play the guitars. (And try to hold onto my wallet) |
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Location: closely held secret | Ken, thanks for the offer, and we might just take you up on that (even though getting lost is half the fun)! |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Ken...
might I suggest you arrange the motorcycling equivalent of the "SnipeHunt".... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | You guys go ride your bikes and I'll babysit your guitars. We'll play "how many guitars fit in my daughter's Civic" while you're gone. If my daughter is still there when you get back, you'll know that she didn't fit with all the guitars. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Forget it Mark. I'm bringing the van and I'm bigger than you.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | For those who want to make a complete holiday of the tour.....make it a two weekend trip!
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Vancouver Island MusicFest is thrilled to launch the musical line up for their 14th anniversary festival (July 11-13 2008) with the announcement of Taj Mahal.
Vancouver Island MusicFest celebrates 14 years of bringing world class music to the Comox Valley this summer. "The heart of this event is the community's support and involvement. Literally thousands of community members have lent their hearts and hands to building this not-for-profit cultural undertaking over the past decade." says artistic director Doug Cox. "Its a privilege to be part of a community event whose roots run so deep we can be sure it will be here for another 14 years - bringing diverse roots and world music to our audience."
Stay tuned for more amazing announcements in print, and on the Vancouver Island MusicFest website at www.islandmusicfest.com. Limited early bird tickets are on sale until April the 1st for only $89 for an adult weekend pass. Call the Sid Williams Theatre at 1-866-898-8499 to order tickets. |
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Location: Mount Vernon, WA | Heh .. we used to send the boots out looking for grid squares or flight line. Kept them out of our hair for hours lol
Originally posted by Jeff W.:
Ken...
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | This event is getting better all the time. Friends, guitars, motorcycles, concerts...
Wabbit, where abouts are you? I was thinking about riding out to Fort Clatsop before heading up to Mount Vernon. Every time I'm out there, my buddies prefer to ride around the backside of St. Helens instead of hitting the Fort. This time, they won't be in tow. |
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Location: closely held secret | Colton, SE of Portland.
They've rebuilt the replica fort after the old one was destroyed by a fire in 2005. This one has smoke detectors...
How much of the Oregon coast have you seen?
It would be a beautiful ride, from PDX on hwy 30 to Astoria, then up the Washington coast, across the neck of the peninsula and up west of Seattle (maybe stop and slap Woody around) then take the Port Townsend ferry across the sound, then up to Anacortes and over to Mt Vernon.
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | I lead a week long bike tour along the Lewis and Clark route a few years ago through Montana and Idaho, but never made it to the coast. Is it reasonable to see the Fort (I know there's not all that much there) and then ride to Mount Vernon via your route in a day? I'm thinking Thursday, July 3rd if it is possible. I've been all over the roads on the Peninsula and over to Vancouver Island a few times, but I'm up for anything. PM me on the details. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | The term "Iron Butt" comes to mind.
I suggest a full day for exploring the coast, spend the night at my home and then traverse to Mt. Vernon, et al. |
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | John,
Kathie and I did that very trip in reverse as our last Goldwing ride. We went to my folk's house in Brewster, then did the North Cascade Highway (20) over to Mt. Vernon, Whidbey Island, Ferry to Port Townsend, then the coastal route before taking 84 home.
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Location: Mount Vernon, WA | I like the way you guys think :)
We have a number of routes available, and varied terrain. I have a whole day ride I do sometimes, south on Hwy9, then west over hwy2, north on Hwy97, then east on Hwy20 home. Chelan is about halfway and a good lunch stop.
If you don't want to do an all day, there's shorter trips through Darrington or up Mount Baker. A lot of possibilities... |
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Location: closely held secret | That would be a great day ride, Ken, through some beautiful mountains. I don't think we want to be out that long, but I'll keep it in mind for future trips. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Wabbit, I can leave Denver Sunday about noon, stay with some friends in Boise Monday evening, then be in Portland Tueday evening. This would give us Wed and Thur to visit the Fort and head up the coast. How does that timing work for you? |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | To bad I won't be in Boise when you get here, but I hope to see you all in Mt. Vernon. Brad, there are way better roads through Idaho than the Interstate, especially for a motorcycle. If you know anyone that wants to ride the rest of the way from Boise to Mt. Vernon in a car, let me know. I still haven't made plans for the return route, although sleeping on a plane might be a better idea than driving all the way back on Sunday. |
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Location: closely held secret | It sounds nice, Brad, but I'll have to get back to you on that when the time gets closer.
Hard to tell what will be happening in July. Let's see if I survive Amelia in March, a week at Disneyland with the family in April and our inventory season in May first...
...Mark, if my wife doesn't come, I'll bring an extra helmet. I can get you as far as PDX, anyway... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Getting to Portland is no problem. No offense, John, but I'd prefer to spend a few hours driving back to Portland with my daughter in her Civic. I'll probably just fly back to Boise on Sunday. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | So, I heard last night that my daughter doesn't want to be bored with us old farts and it's too far to drive from her boyfriend's in Port Orchard to pick me up at the airport and take me up to Mt. Vernon and back. Anyone going past SeaTac and up to Mt. Vernon on the 4th, who's not on a motorcycle? I suppose it would be a real adventure to hitch a ride with John, but I'll be bringing back a week's worth of luggage. |
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Location: closely held secret | That would be tough even for a GoldWing.
..did you bother to remind her of the bill for 18 years of room and board + tuition? |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I haven't talked to her yet. She's too chicken. She asked her mom to talk to me. About this time last year we all flew to Spain to visit her and followed her all over the country. Maybe that's why she gets bored so easily.
I'm still waiting for my turn, but I'm afraid I'll die first. I was thinking about it today, though, and I can't remember ever going to visit my folks when I was in college unless I needed money, laundry or room and board. Our daughter must have my genes. |
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Location: NW Washington State | Mark, if you don't find someone to give you a ride, there is a shuttle from SeaTac: Bellair Shuttle
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Location: Boise, Idaho | That looks good, although I couldn't find a price posted. I'll find a way there. Wish there was an overnighter from Charlotte to Boise. I'd pick up my car and some guitars in Boise and could be in Mt. Vernon in 8 hours. |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | I just saw this... If we can't get someone to pick you up at the airport, which shouldn't be too hard anyway, that shuttle actually picks up and drops off at the hotel I'm working with. and is right near my house too.
FWIW, when I need to go to the airport, I take the shuttle. It's so much nicer than driving and having to find a place to park and all. It's a really nice Bus too, not a glorified taxi or anything. Lots of room, very comfy. |
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Location: Jet City | When you gettin in Mark? |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I haven't figured out the flight yet and when I first thought it was cheaper to go to Seattle than to Boise, I hadn't figured flying back from Seattle to Boise. I'm now thinking about flying back to Boise and then jumping in the car with a couple guitars and driving up. I might even base my decision on how many guitars I can get in the Cayman. I should be able to make it in by evening on the 4th, driving or flying.
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Location: Upper Left USA | Mark,
Most likely my Wife will leave me because I want to spend yet another Holiday hanging out with a bunch of Musicians! If that is the case I'll come pick you up and even drive you back home.
Of course I'll probably need to stay there for a coupla-weeks... :rolleyes: |
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Location: Upper Left USA | BTW - why not just ship a couple of instruments to Mile's house for the event? |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I figured that at least one of most everything I have would be there. I'll check on the flights again, but it looks like I could fly back to Boise and drive the rest of the way and be there just a little later than if I flew to Seattle and got a ride up from there.
We have lots of room for houseguests, Mike. My wife figures she'll be working that weekend, but I suspect that's an excuse to avoid us. They just don't know what they're missing. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Mark, you're not leaving early THIS time are you? |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | If I'm on my own and with my car, Miles will have to throw me out. I used to have a reputation as the last one to leave a party, as long as beer was still available, but then marriage and kids etc. You know how it goes. The flights back get in about 11, so if I leave by noon on Sunday, I should still beat those. I'm starting to look forward to a road trip the more I think about it. Driving to San Diego last summer by myself in one long stretch was kind of a kick. Driving back with others wasn't. |
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Location: Jet City | well I'm not far from the airport, so if it's a need, let me know. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
I'm starting to look forward to a road trip the more I think about it. Driving to San Diego last summer by myself in one long stretch was kind of a kick. My thoughts exactly, and the pleasure is doubled on a motorcycle. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Too much work and they don't hold enough guitars. I took the OFC guitar to San Diego as my passenger. |
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Location: Jet City | Well please bring the OFC, the 1537, the 04 and 05, the Folklore (I really want to try one of those), the Country Artist...
Just get a u-haul! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Well, as long as we're making a wish list....
I'd like to see/hear what an O made for nylon strings feels like.
....and a viper
....and a UKII
....and a fretless bass
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Just so I understand this... Boise to Mount Vernon is less than 600 miles.
There will be plenty of guitars here I would think
At least one OFC, Book Elite, and Medallion for starters for acoustics, but that doesn't even tip the iceberg for some of the folks coming.
As far as the solid bodies... I don't have an VXT (yet), UltraGP, Storm or 12-string. All others are covered, in some cases in triplicate or more.
I'm not sure I would pass up riding that time of year. I rode to Connecticut from Maryland for one of the Factory tours. I ended up staying at the Stonge Palace an extra day because it snowed.
As far as staying longer here... some... rather MANY end up coming to the Pacific NW for a visit and NEVER leaving.
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Originally posted by Mr. Ovation:
As far as staying longer here... some... rather MANY end up coming to the Pacific NW for a visit and NEVER leaving. -mkb Hopefully, not because the perpetual rains and resulting flooding closes all the roads leading outta there. I use to carry a really expensive custom-made backpack tent that was absolutely guaranteed not to leak. And it didn't, until I spent two weeks along the Oregon and Washington coasts one summer. No matter, I have really good rain gear for the bike, and I'm really looking forward to the event. |
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Location: Jet City | I'll be bringing my UKII so we can match up some knobs, and the Tornado too, just cuz I'd like to get your input on it, and I may even need stuff for it.
I still don't have it, it's down in PHX.
What about other non-O stuff? Any interest in having me bring the V, or possibly the doubleneck?
I got a big truck, and a short drive so... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I'm glad I was gone for the past couple hours. My wife found the flights I was looking at originally and booked me direct to Seattle. I get in at 10 something in the morning on the 4th. Currently, a flight from Seattle to Boise can be had for $81, but you can't book them that far out.
We discussed the guitar situation and I told her basically what Miles said. Somebody else must have a Ute, Folklore and Country Artist they could bring. If tdeej comes over with his van, he's got a 1547, Book, and a 1763 as well as other better versions of what I have. As we get closer and find out what people are bringing, I can maybe fill in a gap or two by taking some over to my daughters when we move her to Portland in June and let her or one of the Portland folks bring them up.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Miles, YOU don't have a Storm?!?!?!
Well, I'll bring my beater T-head then. I may be the only one who loves it.....but my wife says the same about me so there ya go. Besides, maybe we can find some NOS at your place to tart it up and get it back closer to original specs. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | BTW; we're now at 6 pages. We have less than 4 months to push it up over 44 pages like the Amelia thread.
Let the silliness begin! |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | We'll ramp it up after the Amelia gig. I didn't want to muddy the waters with too much going on at once :) |
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Location: south east Michigan | Isn't it great that we have so much going that we have to pace ourselves??
I wish I could make that trip out to the left coast.
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Location: Jet City | Me too Mark.
What are you asking me for up above there? |
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Location: Jet City | HA! I'm not sure where you got the idea that I'm qualified to do that. I have very limited knowledge compared to most of you here.
But dude! I'm always of for a guitar playin' trip! |
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1. I need a life.
2. That the guitar of the month club is very expensive.
3. Don't ever agree when Dave asks you to be in his band, especially if he supplies the costume. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | I've learned;
- You don't have to compare yourself to others.
The bar is lower than you think.
- What is humourous varies by culture, but all the
good folks laugh anyway.
- You can form pretty good friendships with people
you never meet. In some cases, it's preferable!
- You can keep throwing up long after you think you're finished.
- Owning a better guitar doesn't make you a better person.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I almost forgot one:
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Location: Keepin' It Weird in Portland, OR | A great guitar doesn't necessarily make you a great guitar player! :(
But it can make you feel a whole lot better about it! :cool:
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by Old Man Arthur:
A great guitar doesn't necessarily make you a great guitar player! :(
But it can make you feel a whole lot better about it! :cool:
[and you will practice more!] Practicing makes you a great player, great guitars make it more enjoyable to play/practice, therefore, a great guitar definitely can make you a great player! Not that I'm great, but the fact that I had that UKII helped for sure.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Okay, a little not-all-here as I'm listening to the dvd of Stop Making Sense. (one of 2-5 best ever live concerts ever made for movie/video) BUT, I can't think of a better reason to quit your job and spend two weekends on the road than gathering at Miles and Lisa's and then following us north.
But I'm biased.
issue: #48 March/2008
Greetings! As we book more performers for Musicfest 2008 the 'shape' of this year's lineup begins to suggest a few themes. There's contemporary music, blues and world music; all of which we will tell you about in future emails.
But this time - get ready for a dream line-up of Bluegrass and old-timey musicians; a never-seen-before-on Vancouver Island gathering of the masters of Bluegrass and the best of contemporary acoustic musicians!
(Don't forget, by being a member of our mailing list, you will be the first to hear about who's playing Musicfest 08 and lots of other things of interest to Musicfest fans.)
Sneak Peek # 1 - The Legendary Earl Scruggs with family and friends
Earl Scruggs The man who invented Bluegrass banjo!
In all the history of bluegrass music there are only two people, without whom bluegrass would not exist as it does today: one is Bill Monroe, the other is Earl Scruggs. In all the discussions of who was the most important, John Hartford said it best, "Here's the way I feel about it. Everybody's all worried about who invented the style and it's obvious that three-finger banjo pickers have been around a long time-maybe since 1840. But my feeling about it is that if it wasn't for Earl Scruggs, you wouldn't be worried about who invented it." The same can also be said about Monroe and perhaps others, as well. But few will doubt the importance of Earl Scruggs and his "fancy banjo".
Although other musicians had played in 3-finger style before him, Scruggs built on earlier styles to develop a truly new and readily identifiable style, involving: unprecedented smoothness, syncopation, and uninterrupted flow; a large vocabulary of unique and original licks or cliches; blues and jazz phrases, evident in backup and in solos such as "Foggy Mountain Special;" and an overall coherency and polish that other stylists lacked, which readily inspired imitation by newer generations of banjo pickers.
On February 10, 2008, Scruggs was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 50th Annual Grammy Awards.
Sneak Peek # 2 - The Jerry Douglas Band returns!
jerry douglas band The musician who defines modern Dobro returns to Vancouver Island Musicfest
Jerry Douglas has been described as the Jimi Hendrix and the Charlie Parker of acoustic music. The New York Times has called him "dobro's matchless contemporary master." He has been
nominated for twenty Grammy Awards, won nine, as well as several Grammy Acknowledgments, and countless specialized awards. Though he got his start in bluegrass, he has made an impact in fields ranging from rock'n'roll to jazz, from blues to Celtic, from mainstream country to contemporary classical.
Douglas' legacy is multi-faceted with him having been a member of such bands as Alison Krauss & Union Station, the Whites, J.D. Crowe & the New South, the Country Gentlemen and Strength in
Numbers. Having played on more than 1500 albums, he has defined the sounds of many diverse recordings including discs released by Garth Brooks, Paul Simon, James Taylor, Reba McEntire and the late Ray Charles to name just a few.
Sneak Peak #3 - The Sparrow Quartet
Sparrow Quartet Bela Fleck, Abigail Washburn, Ben Sollee & Casey Driessen Form this Acoustic Supergroup!
The ladies of Uncle Earl all have separate side projects that keep them hopping on their time off from being a ground-breaking old time quintet. For multi-instrumentalist Abigail
Washburn, her latest side project is called the Sparrow Quartet, and features none other than bluegrass banjo legend Bela Fleck, as well as Ben Sollee (cello) and Casey Driessen (fiddle). The Sparrow Quartet toured Tibet recently, before returning to the States to play a set at the Kent State Folk Festival.
Sparrow Quartet, a gathering of superlative musicians with adventure on their minds, leap boundaries and bust genres like there's no tomorrow as they spotlight tunes from the group's self-titled EP.
First assembled for several U.S. government-sponsored tours of China and Tibet, the quartet explores a mixture of old-time, folk, and bluegrass numbers, as well as intriguing original compositions. A further dimension is added to the music by a recurring Chinese influence: the country's traditional music is deftly incorporated into a number of old-timey "Sino-American folk" tunes, including several showstopping numbers sung in Mandarin.
Sneak Peek # 4 - The Dirk Powell Band!
dirk powell The best of 'old time' comes to Musicfest 08
We told you about this one already but with this dream lineup of acoustic masters, it bears repeating...
Dirk Powell has expanded on the deeply rooted sounds of his Appalachian heritage to become one of the preeminent traditional American musicians of his generation. In addition to acclaimed releases on Rounder Records, he's recorded and performed with artists such as Loretta Lynn, playing several instruments on her Grammy-winning release "Van Lear Rose," Sting, Jack White, Levon Helm, Jewel, T-Bone Burnett, Ralph Stanley, and Linda Ronstadt, among others. His ability to unite the essence of his culture with modern sensibilities has led to work with many of today's greatest film directors, including Anthony Minghella, Spike Lee, Ang Lee, Victor Nuñez, Steve James, and Edward Burns.
His live performances of powerful Appalachian music with The Dirk Powell Band have inspired audiences across the globe in a wide variety of venues, including such prestigious settings as the Eastman School of Music and the Interlochen Academy. Dirk selected and arranged traditional Appalachian material for Riverdance: The Show, in which he also
performed on fiddle. For the past several years, he has also enjoyed a strong collaboration with Tim O'Brien, resulting in acclaimed recordings such as "Songs From The Mountain," and performed with his Cajun group Balfa Toujours.
Sneek Peak # 5 - The 'Youth' of Acoustic Music
carrivicks From England to the Island...
The Carrivick Sisters
18-year-old twin sisters Laura and Charlotte Carrivick hail from South Devon, England.
They play a variety of bluegrass instruments (mainly guitar, mandolin, dobro and fiddle) with vocal harmonies and are both songwriters. Their musical interests have varied considerably through the years meaning that elements from a variety of genres are brought into their music.
"I am very impressed by The Carrivick Sisters, one of the best young duos I've heard. The girls sing and play as one and their work is characterised by great musicality. They are not only very talented instrumentalists and singers but they write really good songs as well." - Ralph McTell
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Qristina and Quinn Bachand
This young brother and sister duo have been receiving rave reviews from audiences all the way from Vancouver Island to Cape Breton Island! Born and raised in Victoria, B.C. Qristina and Quinn Bachand come from a family with a strong musical heritage that has deep roots in France & Northern Spain.
Seventeen year old Qristina is a solid & versatile fiddler with an expressive style that is smooth & clean, yet rooted in tradition. Blessed with an acute ear and an intense sense of rhythm, 11 year old Quinn is rapidly establishing himself as a gifted guitar accompanist. Qristina & Quinn consistently deliver a spirited performance that features their enthusiasm and love of Celtic music. Their repertoire includes a wide range of Celtic music including Irish, Scottish, French, Cape Breton, Old-Time & Appalachian!
Individually, they are exceptional instrumentalists, together they bring the fiddle tunes to life!
Watch for more announcements of young performers playing at Vancouver Island Musicfest to come soon...
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Location: Mount Vernon, WA | We might want to discuss what kind of ride you all want to do. I have a few suggestions, of course...
Wine tour. We have several wineries here in the valley. Small tasting and buying tour.
Chuckanut Drive. Famous locally for the views of the sound and the twisties, but tends to be crowded on the weekends. Up the west side of Lake Whatcom and back on Chuckanut via Bayview. Nice.
Winthrop for lunch. My personal favorite ride, but it's an all day thing. Over the north cascade highway. GREAT ride!!
Whidbey Island. Over deception pass and onto the island. Another personal favorite of mine.
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Location: Mount Vernon, WA | Proff, that would be on Sunday the 6th? I'm mainly talking about Saturday, but I think another route on Sunday might be doable. I'm working Sundays right now, but that could change... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I hope some of you guys hang around to jam on Saturday. Brad, if you want to stop in Boise on the way back, I should be here by then. I'll be back at work on Monday, though. |
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Location: Jet City | If y'all want to come up a day early, B.B. King is playing at the Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery.
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Ken, not sure what the plan is for hanging around Mt. Vernon on Saturday (5th) for guitar stuff, but that would be my preference for Saturday if anything is planned.
Mark, my plan was to make Boise Sunday evening (6th), then Denver on Monday (7th), and back in the office on Tuesday. |
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Location: Jet City | I plan on hangin out and playing guitars as much as possible.
No need for sightseeing!
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Miles was going to try to work out a group rate at a hotel near him. It would be nice if it had a place for us to continue the jam. (I probably shouldn't commit to that, since I might fall asleep by 11.)
Since I had to leave early from the one we did in Portland, I don't know how long it lasted, but I think we started early afternoon, with people showing up with more and more guitars as the afternoon went on. Don't know if or when Greg kicked everyone else out. Miles did a tentative schedule and will provide more detail after Amelia. Greg had some great ideas, like masking tape and a sharpie to identify all the guitar cases. That could have been very confusing.
I'm sure some of you that actually know how to play will be able to do some songs together. I'll just find a spot to try out all the guitars and drink beer. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Okay, so can we start obsessing about this gathering now?
.....what's it cost to fly Matt in for a seminar? |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | It's time. I was thinking the same thing. Matt needs to get to Seattle anyway. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Come ON people, we have almost sixty pages to fill by July 4/08! I know several people in The Top Left Corner who are good a spreading fact, rumour, innuendo, and inspired lunacy.....you know who you are.
Who do we ask, to ask, about Matt? Does Beal need an invite, or does he just go wherever he wants? Who's bringing the superglue to keep Cliff sitting on the cajon....in case he shows? How many days ahead should Lanaki start paddling in order to make it in time?
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you know who you are.
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Location: Jet City | I hear Kaki King is playing in Mt Vernon on the weekend of July 4th! :D |
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Location: Jet City | I also hear there's a pair of boots to be given away to the first person that RSVPs (that used to manage a Gas Station) ;) |
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Location: Jet City | There will be raffle tix on sale for $1 each. Here's the prize list...
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Darn, I was going to link back to that spam that came in a couple of weeks ago with the long list of fictional guitars.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | David, I'll send my daughter over to pick up your guitars.
I am a bit concerned that if you don't show and Wabbit and a few others ride motorcycles, Miles may not have enough guitars to keep me occupied. I may have to learn to play something on electric guitars.
Lets shake the trees and see if we can get tdeej and some others to bring a couple van loads of accoustic guitars over. |
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Location: Jet City | Yes, vans full o guitars, that's what we need. Nuttin' wrong with pluggin in some tho Mark. I can always bring that tiny lil amp I just got. ;) |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I learned a long time ago that I can't make an electric sound like an acoustic and I can't play lead. Strumming the rhythm parts on the electric doesn't do it for me. |
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Location: Midland, MI | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
I learned a long time ago that I can't make an electric sound like an acoustic and I can't play lead. Strumming the rhythm parts on the electric doesn't do it for me. Holy sh..er, fiznuckle...Mark. Reading that post the light just went off. I've always just laid down the rhythm tracks with whatever I had plugged in, then gone back and played melody...er, lead...over it with the same guitar. Dayum. Even with an Adamas and an Ovation sitting here it never occurred to me to lay down rhythm with one of those. Excuse me while I go bang my head on the wall. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I don't think you and I are on the same page, Cruster. I'm still in Chapter One. |
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Location: Jet City | You know, strumming acoustic parts worked for Neil :confused:
Anyway, I think we need to teach you some muting techniques and no 3rd chords when you're over here. We'll have some acoustic fun for sure, but we'll have some electric fun too!
I'm bummed DVD isn't gonna make it, but I'm pretty excited about this thing.
Mark, are you gonna be able to get any of your herd over? Do I need to bring the truck to your place and pick ya up? :D
Man... 3 months is a long time! I'm ready to play now! Maybe we can do a pre-get-together!?!?! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I'll be in Charlotte the week before the 4th and flying from there to SeaTac, so I won't be able to bring any guitars. I thought about taking a couple over when we moved my daughter's stuff to Portland in June and letting her bring them up, but now she's not moving till August.
Most of mine will be covered anyway, except I can't think of anyone close who has a Ute. It's too bad, because most of them need new strings and I wanted to give Waskel something to do. |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | I'm still working on this one - my Saturdays are pretty well wiped out during market season, so probably not going to happen for me. If the party were Sat/Sun, I'd be there for sure.
If nothing else, I can probably send a couple with Woody for enjoyment. The Koa 12'er I'm sure would be fun, and I might have a Ute by then to lend out as well. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | DUDES! The event is scheduled to be July 4, 5, 6 so you should be able to make at least ONE day of it, eh? (canadianism inserted for effect)
Eden, you could bring the 'day-olds' for toast on Sunday! (and I promise to close my eyes during the blessing......)
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Location: Upper Left USA | Get here early.
Grab a good seat.
See what happens next.
Play everyone's except your own guitars until Miles either kicks you out or puts a blanket over you.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | My kind of agenda, Mike. I suppose the eating and drinking part is just assumed.
Unless Miles has a huge supply of music stands, like he does guitars, everyone should try to bring as many as they can. Greg also had a great idea for keeping the guitar cases straight--a roll of masking tape and a sharpie. We labeled our cases, which might have seemed a bit anal for the first person there, but it was essential once we had a couple of rooms filled with either brown or black Ovation cases. |
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Location: Jet City | Themes? Toga toga toga... Just kidding. Just watched that for the umpteenth time last weekend.
How about "Wine Women and Song"? We should be able to cover at least 2 of the 3 in abundance. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | AND guitar stands!
You can't have too many guitar stands..
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Location: Boise, Idaho | If someone wants to buy one of those little Fender stands that holds acoustic guitars, I'll buy it from you when we're done and ship it home in my luggage. One of those Ultimate stands would be OK, too. Just something that I could cram into a suitcase. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Mark, as the event grows near and the participant list shakes out, we may be able to find a way to get a couple of my guitars up there for noodling. Looks like Miles still has a couple of roundbacks in his collection, and if Tdeej comes, I'm sure he'll bring plenty, too. |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Mark, Hercules makes a nice one, that folds flat just like so and holds any size acoustic (except a SSB Ovation).
I missed the Sunday part of this in the last 8 pages somewhere...I may have to see what I can work out.
Is there a tentative schedule worked out yet as far as start/end times? I could arrange to drive up Sunday morning and hang for a while if nothing else. |
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Location: Jet City | Andrew, your guitars would be sorely missed.
Including the one on it's way, I only have 2 roundbacks to contribute. We allowed to bring non-O's? |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | The Herc stand would be OK, but I thought it was a bit pricey. I've got one of the full size ones, which I currently have an SSB on, and 3 other stands, which is a couple more than I need. I'd just like a really small one to travel with. |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | Originally posted by Damon67:
Andrew, your guitars would be sorely missed.
Including the one on it's way, I only have 2 roundbacks to contribute. We allowed to bring non-O's? You mean you'd only invite me for my guitars??? Ouch, that hurts... :( A couple of those will be gone before then, and I hope to add a couple new ones to the list...
Mark, I think I only paid about $18 for mine off Music123...can't remember if it was a regular price or a sale though. The Fender ones are pretty nice too. I have a pair of the slim electric-style ones, which actually DO fit the SSB Ovations. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Andrew, see the post in the OFC Gatherings forum for the rough timeline. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | The small foldable Hercules model with the short arms designed for solid electrics will also accommodate the super shallow bowls. |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by edensharvest:
Originally posted by Damon67:
Andrew, your guitars would be sorely missed.
Including the one on it's way, I only have 2 roundbacks to contribute. We allowed to bring non-O's? You mean you'd only invite me for my guitars??? Ouch, that hurts... :(
But really Andrew, can you blame me? I mean just look at the list following your name, WOW! |
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Location: Jet City | Mark, here's a cheapy!
Guitar stand |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Remember the Tentative Schedule is here . |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Only 56 more pages to go to catch the Amelia Matt thread. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Another good topic idea! (JMO)
Improv/stand-up humour: It's practice and value for the performing musician. |
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Location: closely held secret | I found out how humorous not doing a bass solo can be... |
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Location: Chehalis, Washington | You mean when you're supposed to? :D |
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Location: closely held secret | Uh huh. After his set, Matt asked D'Banjo, Temp, Cliff, Beal and myself to come up and play with him. I was on bass, trying to keep up with him on some fast boogie number, just really focused. Somewhere in my hindbrain I hear "bass solo!", and everyone but Cliff stopped playing, and I mentally went "huh? What?!?".
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Location: Upper Left USA | How long until it's Duck Season again? |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | I have updated the info...
http://www.ovationfanclub.com/cgi-bin/ubb/cgi/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=ge...
Get your room booked ASAP!!!! :) |
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Location: Jet City | Booked for 2 nights, 4th and 5th. You're stuck with me now bud! |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | IMPORTANT.. JUST ADDED A 2ND HOTEL!!!!!
2008 Pacific Northwest Gathering
So now there are TWO choices...
Best Western at about $129
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The difference is essentially the Breakfast.
The two hotels and my house are less than 1 mile from each other.
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Location: Jet City | OK, hotel switched! I doubt the stale danish is worth the extra $50/night |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Keep this up near the top for a while to remind me to do this on Monday. I'm wicked busy this weekend.
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Booked for the 4th and 5th. On-line special is $71 + tax. |
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Location: Pacific Northwest Inland Empire | Trust me; that's NOT a bad thing. There's some real good brews in that neck-of-the-woods. |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Originally posted by edensharvest:
Somebody hit the Chateau in Woodinville for a couple cases on the way up... :D Actually I think we have much better wines up here in the Valley. We just got home from an open house at Carpenter Creek here in Mount Vernon. Nice folks, great wines. There are several others. Not that I don't like the folks in Woodinville, but you can order that online anytime. The wines here in Skagit County, for the most part, you can only get here.
Ken and Sandy (who are also members here) along with Lisa will be able to point you all to the good wines, and I'm sure we will have a good assortment here at the house.
Hmmmmm, that's a topic. Matching wines to guitars. What tastes better while playing an Elite as opposed to an Adamas. Me... I'm a Vodka guy, which... goes best with a PF-22 and the amp cranked!!!! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Linda & I are in.
July 4 - 5 at Tulip Inn.....if I borrow the parents minivan maybe
we'll set up our own shuttle service!
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Location: Jet City | Miles, it was a nice Bordeaux with the Folklore last night.
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by edensharvest:
Somebody hit the Chateau in Woodinville for a couple cases on the way up... :D The day before the event...
B.B. King Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Roll call.
How many are we at this point?
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I figured Miles was too high-tech to leave it under the mat. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | THAT'S IT?
Four of us, the largest collection of solidbody Ovations in the world, and enough Canadian beer to kill 15 Americans?!?!?
OH, and one big-ass retired U.S. military type.
Nevermind, it's all good.....
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Location: closely held secret | Maybe 5 (or 6). I've already taken more vacation time this year than any year since I started working here. Amelia, CA, a retreat in May, a 30th anniversary cruise in Sept, and I hear I'm going on a bike trip to Glacier and Yellowstone in June.
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Weaser P:
You left out Ct. Yes, I did. As much fun as it would be, I'm opting for a 31st anniversary instead. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Well don't just hang there with your eyes bugging out. Reserve your room now! (Don't forget the hot tub) |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | We also need to get tdeej and his van full of Ovations so someone from Idaho can bring some guitars. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Wabbit, have your anniversary in Washington. Linda will bring her quilt stuff and what she learned at Brassiere School. (it's fun AND informative) |
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Location: Jet City | OK, so what guitars is everyone bringing? I think I'll bring...
1778LX Elite
6774 Folklore
1117 Legend/Deluxe Balladeer thing
UKII
Tornado
Magnum IV
(so far all the Os)
In addition, would there be any interest in playing around with some non-O's? I don't have any of those fancy wood boxes like them East Coasters (and a certain person from the SW), but I could bring...
'83 Gibson Custom Designer Series Flying V
Carvin DC400T (Might get there before me)
A few PF inspirations (Peavey T-60s, 3 different ones)
USA Peavey Predator with Kahler and Roland synth pickup (and synth)
Washburn WD54SW
Alvarez AJ60SC 12 string
And of course, the Doubleneck Mosrite. I just heard it's about ready to be strung. Exciting news indeed!
Anyway, I'd love to meet you all, but I'd love to play your guitars even more. Whatcha bringing? :D |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | I'm bringing whatever I can put in a water-tight wrapped case tied down on a motorcycle. Likely, a SSB. |
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Location: closely held secret | Sadly, it looks like I'm not going to make it after all. A bike trip has been planned to Glacier and Yellowstone the week after the 4th.
I'll probably spend the July 4th weekend going over my bike in preparation.
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | No prob. I'm still making this trip my annual solo bike ride. |
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Location: Jet City | Wow, looks like the solidbodies may dominate this one.
Maybe I'd better bring some amps. :confused: |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | You're welcome to stop by and wipe the bugs off if you pass through here on the way back, pussyWabbit. |
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Location: closely held secret | Great!
I'll tell the other 20 people I'm traveling with we now have a place to spend the night in Boise! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Awwww....If you're not there John, this will almost be a sad occasion.
"A moments silence now as we hoist out glasses in memory of those who cannot be with us here today....."
"CHUG! CHUG! CHUG!" |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
I'll probably spend the July 4th weekend going over my bike in preparation.
Ok, I'll say it for all the NON-BIkers here.. THAT'S JUST BS!!! Even if you ride a Harley, preparation for a long trip involves checking to make sure you have gas in the tank, air in the tires, and depending on the bike and oil, checking the oil. 15 minutes?? 30 if you have to change the oil??.. BUSTED!!!!
No seriously, Jellystone and Glacier sound like a fun trip. Of course we have wild animals, camping and a glacier here too... Not to mention mountain Vista's and the Ocean, we just don't call it "parks." Here, it's just our back yards... but you have fun on your little trip :)
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Invitation withdrawn. I can only deal with about one over the hill reliving my youth dressed all in leather motorcyclist at a time. It might not be safe for your group if my daughter who works for PITA found out we were going to have that much leather in our house at one time. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Mr. Ovation:
could I be more sarcastic :) I don't see how. ;)
To each his own. When I embark on a 2000+ mile trip, I tend to give it a good going over first. Especially when my wife is going along.
I'm sure I will have fun. But if I can still make it up there over the 4th as well, I'll have even more!
...and if it's a Harley you have to factor in a run to the store for an extra case of oil... you know, for the road. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
Invitation withdrawn. I can only deal with about one over the hill reliving my youth dressed all in leather motorcyclist at a time. It might not be safe for your group if my daughter who works for PITA found out we were going to have that much leather in our house at one time. Wuss. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | So Mark, keep 'em out at the cabin! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | He called me a wuss. He's on his own. Besides there's only one shower at the cabin and I bet those 20 bikers will need showers really badly.
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Location: Jet City | I've been looking at bikes lately. Don't want a new one though. I'd rather have an old classic, something I'll have to fix all the time! :D
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
Now I have this vision of a bunch of old bikers jumping in the lake. This is not good. Sure. Never seen "Wild Hogs"? |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Yes. And they were in better shape than most bikers I've seen. Loved the movie. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Originally posted by Damon67:
I've been lusting after an old, but restored, BSA Lightning. Remind me to tell you about my first really nice road bike. It was a 1967 BSA Thunderbolt I bought in 1969. Never had a bit of trouble with it, except getting kicked out of every NP in California for having loud pipes. |
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Location: Jet City | Sounds like fun.
I have to say by biggest reason for the Lightning infatuation is that it's what Hunter S Thompson was riding when he rode with the Angels.
If y'all haven't read it, it's a good read. "Hell's Angels" is one of my all time favorite books. Especially at the end of the last chapter where he describes taking the BSA out on to the coast highway and pushing it to "The Edge", and how nobody knows where "The Edge" is, except for those who went over it.
RIP HST |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Just for the newbies and lurkers...
....this is NOT an internet Motorcycle Club running under a guitar banner to avoid scrutiny. I don't ride. Never have. (except for a couple months in Europe when I bought the Peugot 101 to avoid hitch-hiking in France. But that was a moped.)
There are a couple people who are motorcycle enthusiasts, but the one's I've met are NOT 1%ers.
They just seems to stand out sometimes.....
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Location: NJ | I've always lusted for either an old BSA or Triumph myself. SomeDay. Not in Jersey. Too many assholes around . . .
People always tell me that I "look" like I should own a Harley (the sames asswipes that say I "look" like I should be "into" the GratefulDead).
I hate narrow-minded people and their stereotypes . . .
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by cliff:
(the sames asswipes that say I "look" like I should be "into" the GratefulDead).
HA! Classic. I know those same asswipes. |
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Location: NJ | There ARE a lot of 'em out there . . . |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | I recently had a vintage Triumph Trophy TR6C. It ran great, but you couldn't go anywhere without reeking of the smell of gasoline. It was about the same size and weight of the BSA Thunderbolt, but nowadays, after riding much bigger Harleys and BMWs for 20 years, the vintage 650 Triumphs and BSAs are diminutive. Unless you're into tinkering, do yourself a favor and buy something more modern, even if it has the retro look. The new vintage looking Triumphs are terrific. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Originally posted by cliff:
I've always lusted for either an old BSA or Triumph myself. SomeDay. Not in Jersey. Too many assholes around . . .
People always tell me that I "look" like I should own a Harley (the sames asswipes that say I "look" like I should be "into" the GratefulDead).
I hate narrow-minded people and their stereotypes . . .
"WildHogs" was shite. People hear my Polish name and assume I'm stupid and then when they find out I'm a lawyer they assume I'm stupid, greedy and dishonest. I hate all those narrow minded people and their stereotypes, too. Seems to be an overabundance.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | THIS JUST IN!!!!
The Wailers will be performing at this years Vancouver Island Music Fest.
It's the weekend after the gathering at Lisa & Miles' place, so perfect for that 10 day summer holiday. Can you say "Road Trip?" |
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Location: Jet City | So concerts and motorcycles aside.
Anyone want to chime in on what guitars they're bringing? |
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Location: Jet City | Cliff you comin' out here for this thing? :cool: |
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Location: NJ | ". . I loved Wild Hogs . ."
That's because you're Polish. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Originally posted by Damon67:
Anyone want to chime in on what guitars they're bringing? Seriously, I'm going to do my best to waterproof and tie down an Adamas 1881 SSB on the bike. My lingering concern is that I intend to make some stops and do some sightseeing on the way out, which means leaving the guitar completely out in the open. Waterproofing notwithstanding, this sort of dampens the idea. |
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Location: closely held secret | I didn't 'love' Wild Hogs in any way, but it did have some amusing moments. Such as when they noticed the fireball from the bar rising behind them... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Originally posted by cliff:
". . I loved Wild Hogs . ."
That's because you're Polish. No we like them domesticated, preferably in sausage.
The movie was stupid, corny, predictable and grossly over acted. Loved it. The scene where they have to all stop and pee after a few miles reminded me of most of our Porsche tours.
Now we need to get back on track. I'm not bringing any guitars. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by ProfessorBB:
Waterproofing notwithstanding, this sort of dampens the idea. I carried my Balladeer all over Europe in the mid-70's, (decade, not temperature) for a while it was even strapped to the back of a moped.
The case is cracked where laid over the rack, but the guitar is still my favourite.
Probably because of those memories of playing for Swedish schoolgirls on the lawn of the Louvre, jamming with gypsies on the beach in St. Marie de la Mer, sitting in with a Pink Floyd cover-band in Dunkerque, writing love songs with Wendy from San Diego....and on and on.
We been playin' and stayin' together
through all'a the changes and all kinds'a weather.
I think that we should head back out again,
On the road my friend..
Bottom line, O's travel well.
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Location: NJ | Brad;
Get yourself some of those pink plastic "Medical Waste" garbage bags, and wrap it in a couple of those . . . |
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Location: Jet City | Or just ship it up to me. I'll get it there for ya. Just to be sure it gets here in time, better ship it now. ;) |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Get on of these for the bike and bring 'em all!
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Phil, where did that trailer come from? I was thinking about getting a little one for the Boxster. |
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Location: North Idaho | At least two from our family plan on being in attendance. Will bring the van with acoustics. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Maybe you could pick up a load to bring at Marks? I understand he's out during the day. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Tim has duplicates of several of mine and several others. Besides, he'd have to drive further to get my stuff than he would have to drive to Seattle. He should represent Idaho well. Miles has an OFC. Seen one seen them all, except that I expect everyone will want to check it out. |
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Location: Jet City | Getting closer, just thought I'd drag this off the bottom of page 2 |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I was thinking the same thing. Does Woody have his Lost Art Koa collector for us to try out? I have to go back through this to see if I made reservations. |
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Location: Jet City | I think Woody should bring the LAK and take some commish from Al on any subsequent NW sales of that bad-boy! |
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Location: Upper Left USA | No!
You'll have to by your own from whassisname in Jersey!
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Location: Jet City | Any dope dealer worth his weight in white powder knows that the first taste is FREE! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | If I like yours, I might just buy one from Al, but I kind of wanted to try one first. I was actually hoping to try a 12 and 14 fretter and see which I liked better.
This all assumes those 01 or 05 Collectors, FDs or others don't keep sidetracking me.
And Woody, if you bring all those, I won't mind if you don't pick me up at the airport. |
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Location: Jet City | you forgot the 87 |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Originally posted by Damon67:
you forgot the 87 I have one. I plan on giving it to my daughter in 4 years, though, and then I might look for another one or maybe go for a Book Elite instead. |
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Location: Jet City | Oh yeah.... dammit.... we need to finf a way to get some more of that collection of yours up here for the 4th! |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Woody, you have any SSBs on that wall? |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Nope, not yet any way! :D |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Another option is to ship instruments to Mile's Manor! I believe he has a commercial FedEx address. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | FedEx (and I'm sure UPS and DHL) prices have been skyrocketing recently due to the fuel prices. I just shipped a guitar yesterday to VA, 2 day express insured for $2300. and it cost $85.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Four pages after Damon asked what guitars people are bringing, all I could find was his, Brad's Adamas and tdeej's unidentified vanload. Woody better bring the Koa or I'll find someone to kick his ass. I'll be an emptyhanded wuss and Wabbit is a pussy who isn't coming. Anyone else want to add to Damon's list of guitars? (We know Miles' will be there.) |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | I'll bring what I've got, but I wouldn't cross the street for THAT.....
Well, the T-head has historical significance. But it's "modified"... |
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Location: Jet City | I'd cross the street for a modified T-head! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Well there you go!
Something to look forward to.
(apologies to the pedantic to the previous dangling participles.) |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by fillhixx:
apologies to the pedantic to the previous dangling participles.) I found that wearing underwear under your shorts helps keep this from happening. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Off to Victoria next weekend to renew my passport so I can come to your fine country, y'all.
Of course, being a fat bald white guy, U.S. border patrol usually just asks how long I've been out of the country..... |
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Location: Upper Left USA | I just reserved a room for me and mine 3rd-6th at the Tulip Inn.
Will be bringing guitars, my favorite amp, STANDS, and three kayaks!
I am trying to talk my Wife into holding a short seminar about "life with an obsessive musician and why we love them anyway". Poll your better halves for what THEY want to do!
Miles - do you need some support, funding or hardware? Lemme know... |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Mike, there was an offer some time ago about low rent accommodations at your place on June 2nd. Is this still on the table (or, more appropriately, the floor) or is there a motel some place close by you that I could spend the night, but still visit with you that evening? |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Let me check with the Manager!
I'll tell her that you are a Thespian Travel Agent from Colorado (she had a nice road trip there once and would love to hear more) stopping in and I know that we could at least offer a sleeper sofa, shower/fridge and music room.
Of course, I could just lay down the law and say "cuz I says so" and we could share a corner on the roof!
And if you show up Sunday we could take you to dinner following the "rowdy" 6:30 service at Newlife!
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Thanks, Mike. We'll stay in touch.
Other than a few camping trips with my m/c pals, this looks to be my only "personal" vacation time this summer so I'm looking forward to it! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Kayaks! Did you say kayaks? That's one of my next projects after I re-skin the Coracle.
Let me echo Woody. STANDS, I'll be bringing every stand I have. (Makes the group-shots look bedder.) |
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Location: Jet City | I'll be a permanent stand. Please keep a steady rotation going. :D |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
Anyone else want to add to Damon's list of guitars? They're too worried about stands Mark. We're gonna end up with a picture of stands. :confused: |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | I have a load of stands.. so with the extra's we should be all set.
Have plenty of sound support and amps for Acoustic and Electric and plenty of quiet "unplugged" space as well. But, if you have anything interesting... well that's what it's all about.
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Location: Upper Left USA | I'll bring paper plates and napkins...
Well, it used to work at potlucks. Call me Miles with what you need. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Hello Miles-with-what-you-need, I'm Stands-with-beer. |
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AJ+Deb :) |
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Location: Jet City | Suhweet!
How you gonna get all those over here with ya? ;)
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Location: Brisbane Australia | If all goes according to plan we will be in the States for 12 days or so.
Working out an itinerary now.
Mate I'm coming "empty handed".
Don't think I'll be heading home the same way ;)
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by AussieJames:
Mate I'm coming "empty handed".
Don't think I'll be heading home the same way ;)
AJ It would be a crime if you went home empty handed indeed.
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All I gotta do is learn how to play it |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | BREAKING NEWS
Alpep will be joining us for the festivities.
Citizens of the Northwest... you've been warned!!! |
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Location: Brisbane Australia | That's great news!
Well we are definitely coming confirmed our flights and accomodation yesterday.
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Location: SoCal | Al and Miles together?
Warning...yee mortals do not know what you asked for...
Proudly lifted from Captain Lovehandles' Gallery. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | So, with commitments from Mr. Big and Aussie, the scope of this event has expanded from coast-to-coast national to international in just one day! Word is out. For those still sitting on the fence, better get those reservations confirmed. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by ProfessorBB:
international in just one day! Ah-hem, I know we're so close we're almost related...but...
A.J. good you're coming. I'm a little concerned about the Al thing though. Miles has mellowed out just fine but these Eastern big city types, Canadian or American, don't usually take to the climate that well....they often seem to feel it necessary to teach everyone how to drive with one finger out the window and one hand on the horn.
Now, we need someone from the British contingent. Andrea? If you fire up the barge now......you'll just make it.
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Originally posted by ProfessorBB:
international in just one day! Ah-hem, I know we're so close we're almost related...but...
Y'all wearin' those red jackets and funny hats still?
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Yes, and global warming's a bugger. |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by fillhixx:
????For the popcorn!? Is that what he's using for packing material now? :D |
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Location: Brisbane Australia | Anyone thought about T Shirts? |
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Location: Upper Left USA | I have...
...I was going to bring it up after the meeting of the Procrastinators Anonymous, to be scheduled soon. |
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Location: Jet City | Since we're in the NW, it should be ecco-friendly.
How 'bout "Save a tree, buy an O" |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | You guys will have to top this one:
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Location: Jet City | I like that one. WHo's who? |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Captain_Lovehandles brewed that one up. Starring, left to right, Gh1, MWoody, Waskel, Mark in Boise, along with their signature guits from that era. |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | T-Shirts are in the works already. |
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Location: Jet City | make mine a 3x lard-ass please |
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Location: Jet City | I REALLY like the one up above with the doubleneck Miles/Al dragon.
Can't we just do that with the Space Needle or something? :D |
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Location: Upper Left USA | One foot is on Microsoft in Redmond and the other is on Tim Eyeman! Lasers are blinding Pilots at Whidbey Island, Starbuck's Sirens are paddling away clutching their clothes, Dino Rossi looks on in fear saying "Not me, I'm really not the Governor", and Paul Allen is putting himself in front of The Mariners and Seahawk stadium's saying "No, take the Coliseum! Nobody watches Basketball anymore!"
People in Mercer Island act totally unaffected while over at Vashon Island you can hear them say "totally awesome dude"!
...and on quiet little Bainbridge Island, where the now resting spirits of those infirmed during WW II release a final sigh... "Bout time-a-you show up Godzilla! What took-a-you so rong?"
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Location: Boise, Idaho | There's nothing quite so deflating as having everyone recognize your charicature, after you thought everyone would agree that you are not nearly so bald or gray. The only innacuracy in mine was that he showed me playing guitar while Mike and John were paddling. I'm a much better paddler than guitar player. |
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Location: Jet City | Sounds like I'm safe here in Bellevue. And since I'm up in one of the towers, I'll get a good view of all the death and destruction. I'll get the camera ready!
Mark, don't worry about the baldness. You head matches the back of your guitars :D |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Damon,
Make sure you have Tower Crane insurance on your guitars!
There, history, tragedy, frivolity and success on fleabay! Its been a good day, maybe I should actually play one of them guitars. |
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Location: Jet City | That crane missed our office by half a block. Bellevue's land of the cranes these days. There's probably over a dozen in a 6 block radius here. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Hope I didn't hit a sore spot with my flagrant sarcasm. It used to be you worried about waking up with a dozen or so Pink Flamingoes on your lawn. Now its Cranes! |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Damon67:
That crane missed our office by half a block. Was it Frasier, Niles or Martin? |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by MWoody:
Hope I didn't hit a sore spot with my flagrant sarcasm. It used to be you worried about waking up with a dozen or so Pink Flamingoes on your lawn. Now its Cranes! Text sucks dude. There was no soreness. I should have used a smiley or something.
I think only one dude died which is amazing. Sad though. Imagine, sitting in your living room watching Earl, and whamo! Crane in the brain! |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Now that is funny, Wabbit! |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Originally posted by Damon67:
That crane missed our office by half a block. Was it Frasier, Niles or Martin? |
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Location: closely held secret | Bummer. Too bad it wasn't Maris. |
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Location: Brisbane Australia | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Bummer. Too bad it wasn't Maris. Even an Aussie thinks that's funny
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Location: Brisbane Australia | Waskel, you coming to the Jam?
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Location: closely held secret | I hope to, AJ, but life has been crazy of late.
It'll probably be a last minute decision based on what's happening at the time. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Waskel,
I need my Network reconfigured on July 2nd. I pay out in Carots (or Carrot TRCs). You and BB can talk scooters... |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Load the 'puters in the truck with the guitars and he can do it at Miles' place. Preferably before the import beer kicks in.... (as a bonus, Miles can demonstrate "How we hacked it in the Navy.") |
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Location: Jet City | That reminds me of a job I'm trying to fill right now. It's rather impossible.
Must be able to pass Merchant Mariner exam
Based out of Anchorage
Spend 60 consecutive days at sea at a time, working 70 hour weeks
Understand and have certifications pertaining to computing security and information (experience with DIACAP, DITSCAP, and DoD Dir 8500.00 as well as technical knowledge)
Must have an active Secret Clearance.
And that just the OVERVIEW. You should see the detailed laundry list.
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Location: Jet City | So tentatively, here's my list of what I think I'll be bringing...
OVATIONS:
First year Tornado w/trem (finally I get it this week!)
'69? 1118 GC 12er (on it's way, thanks Jim!)
First year 1117 Legend/Deluxe Balladeer
Sunburst Viper (on it's way, BAD DAMON!)
PF-22 with rails
UKII (DUH!)
6774 Folklore
1778LX
TAKAMINES:
Nashville Series NV340S
Nashville Series TF360SBG (bluegrass)
Peavey T-60 burst
Peavey Predator with Roland GR-33 synth
Gibby V
And hopefully the Mosrite depending on if I get it back in time.
If my son isn't still at harvest, I'll bring him and his 1619 Custome Legend (on the way)
Should I bring the bass? Miles has a bunch there I think.
I know I've tried this once before, but WHAT ARE YOU BRINGING? |
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Location: NW Washington State | I'll probably stop by for a while on the 5th. Thought I might bring a 1624 Country Artist and the Academy if nobody else has them. Maybe my Deacon, Breadwinner or, Viper, but I think those will be well represented. Possibly some electric parts for the big Ovation Parts Swap Meet they're having at the Skagit Valley Fairgrounds.
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Location: Jet City | dunno how many Deacons and Breadwinners ther will be. Didn't see much on Miles' list for those. I've never had the pleasure myself. Next week will be my first time trying a Viper. Can't wait! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I'm still not bringing anything. Even SWMBO was suggesting I should bring a guitar, but I can't see taking one on a plane to Charlotte the week before and then back to Seattle, especially with the new restrictions on luggage. I don't have anything that's too exotic, so the locals should be able to cover it. Anybody around there got a Ute to bring? I'd really like to play one of the OFC Koa Collectors if anyone has one of those. |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
I don't have anything that's too exotic, so the locals should be able to cover it. WHATEVER! Nothing exotic my ass. 07 OFC, 30th anniv., 87C, 99C, U681t... and your list goes on.
I understand though... FREELOADER! ;) |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | I don't have a Deacon. I have THE Breadwinner and one of the first 10 used to introduce them at NAMM, but I don't have a Deacon at the moment.
Of the solid-bodies... this is what I DON'T have.
- Deacon 6 or 12 (although I have Breadwinners)
- Preacher 6 or 12 (my Preacher has Viper pickups)
- Ultra GP
I also have no Storm series guitars.
I think everything else from the solid body world is covered, many times over. Technically I don't have an actual "Bluebird" but I have the non-Blue version and some other interesting items.
We should also be well covered for Acoustics from what I am reading. I have 3, and I see several others already listed by several people.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I should have said nothing exotic that wasn't already covered. Miles has an OFC and a Book Elite, right? The Book is basically the same as the 87C. The 30th CL is covered if anyone brings a CL., especially an early one. Tdeej has a 1547 and 1763, which are much more rare than my 1537 and 1713. Miles has a jillion Ultra GSs. Seems like everything but the Ute is covered. I was thinking we had a member in the Seattle area that had one of those. I'm coming to play your guitars. We should be fine. |
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Location: Jet City | Didn't know Miles had the OFC. I did know about that Book though. I've been hoping he doesn't put that one up 'fore we all get a chance to play her. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | He brought the Book to our Portland gathering and we played it and my 87C side by side. The only difference I could tell (besides his was in better condition) was the headstock. I liked the 87 headstock better. The preamp is upgraded in the Book as well, but we never plugged them both in together.
If Waskel would bring his 87C, all would be right with the world. Now that I think about it, I think tdeej has a Book as well. He bought a new old stock one off ebay and sent it in for a refurb a couple years ago. If he brings a vanload we'll be in great shape for acoustics. |
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Location: Brisbane Australia | Well I'm coming empty handed, looking for OPO's (Other Peoples Ovations)
Don't intend to go home empty handed tho!!
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Location: Upper Left USA | :D Which reminds me AJ, we have to do some strategizing on your projects.
Just tell me what your budget is and I'll double it...
You could always ship the JR D ahead to my house!!
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Ferry & Hotel booked; sailing out of Sidney 11:20AM on the 4th. (Miles, how long is the trip?)
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Location: Boise, Idaho | So, what guitars will Al be bringing? How about a couple OFC Koas? Then we can all decide whether we like the 12 or 14 fret better, and maybe he won't have to take them home. |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Al would probably do better to ship them ahead of time, which we have plenty of time for. I seriously doubt they would have to make a return trip.
Phil, the one that leaves Sidney that day will take about two hours to Anacortes. If you haven't been on it before, get up front. When it makes the bend past Orcas, there's a great view of Baker like on a postcard. It also passes right through the path the two Killer Whale pods take going up and down the coast, they might come up to say hello too.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | If I happened to bring one home, what could SWMBO say, right?
Taking a ride through the San Juans is great. One of our favorite second, third, etc. honeymoon trips. |
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Location: Sydney, Australia | AJ, need someone to feed your guitars while you're away? You know they don't like to be unplayed for long - they get cold and lonely. You know how cruel these harsh Brisbane Winters can be (sorta like a Seattle Summer). |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by Mr. Ovation:
Al would probably do better to ship them ahead of time, which we have plenty of time for. I seriously doubt they would have to make a return trip. *dumping penny jar on to the red blanket*
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | My wife is interested in going to La Conner on the Saturday to see the quilting museum among other things. Any other SWMBO's so inclined?
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Do we have a rough head-count yet? Just so I can be sure to bring enough beer for those who want to taste the 'real thing'. (Portland cognoscenti notwithstanding) |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | We tried to take roll a few weeks ago but it died somewhere back in the third row. My guess is somewhere around 15 to 20. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | As you know, Phil, I'm not fussy when it comes to beer. If everyone else drinks the good stuff before I get there, that's fine with me. If I get there early, though, I'll drink all the good stuff before they get there. I wonder if the hotel shuttle will make a beer stop on the way from the airport. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Sure, if you tell him you're Metric Beer story! ;-) |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I'll just tell him I need to stop for a 10 pack. Since we're so close to Canada, I'm sure he'll understand. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Have no fear, there will be some Canadian 'not-for-export' quality beer held just for you! |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | The count is between 20 and 30, although 15-20 is probably more realistic. There are several who are not on the OFC who are planning to attend. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | It's not like it takes much to join. They'll be members once we start. |
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Location: Brisbane Australia | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
It's not like it takes much to join. They'll be members once we start. Mark, That's assuming they are "O" owners, or we've at least had the ability to convert them.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | That's not a requirement. This is like a Yacht Club we used to belong to. The membership requirements were: "Own a boat. Know someone who owns a boat. Wish you owned a boat. Glad you don't own a boat." The group died when people lost interest in having an excuse to party. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I'll take another shot at seeing if I can catch a ride from SeaTac. I am supposed to arrive around 10am on the 4th and it will be a bit later for luggage. No guitars. I'll buy your gas.
The shuttle looks like it's $54 each way and takes 2 hours and I'll have to wait almost an hour for it to leave. I'll check rental cars if I don't get any takers. |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | There's enough people coming in on the 4th, in the morning, that getting a ride should not be an issue.
That shuttle is actually a cool way to go and can really be nicer than driving depending on the time of day. I've used it often. It's very roomy and comfy.
As the time gets closer, and more folks firm up the details, we'll work it out, no worries. |
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Location: Jet City | OH BOY OH BOY OH BOY OH BOY!!!!!
I will have the ULTIMATE O for our get together!
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Since I started here, there have been too many "ultimate Os". I usually ending up buying one and it didn't turn out to be the ultimate for me--just another form of GAS attack. I'm sure that this get together will cause another attack. I will have had one year of keeping it under control. |
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Location: Jet City | Well, you already have one of these Mark. And SOMEONE had to bring some cool acoustics.
So Am I picking you up from the Airport then? |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | hmmm, I'd guess either an 87C or a 1537. Unless you meant an Ultimate A... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | If it's not too much trouble, I'd appreciate it. My daughter is going to be in the area, but getting her pinned down to a plan isn't working. I'll get you the flight details before I leave for Charlotte and I'll try to remember to pack a a shirt that you'd recognize easily. I only have one Hawaiian shirt and everyone at the airport might be wearing one of those, so I'll wear something Ovation.
Are you sure you'll have enough room for me with all your cool acoustics? I wouldn't want to displace any of those. I'll gladly share a seat with a guitar if I have to. |
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Location: Jet City | Trailblazer EXT will hold a bunch. We're good. We might take a detour to the house before heading up though. |
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Location: NJ | OK
looks like i am locked in for the weekend.
if you have a need for a guitar I can ship it out to you and you can pick it up for the jam.
my first time out to the NW..... and I don't drink coffee so no starbucks tours. |
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Location: Jet City | All we have left then is salmon, software, and airplanes...
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by dvd:
hmmm, I'd guess either an 87C or a 1537. Unless you meant an Ultimate A... Still haven't busted into the A world yet... but Al is on his way... you never know what might happen. |
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Location: Jet City | Starbucks is an $8.63 per day habit.
Man, in a year, that's a nice textured top. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Love coffee, hate Starbucks. Too strong. Still, I couldn't pass up a visit to the very first Starbucks store down near the wharf. Their big mugs will easily hold two gross of picks. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Perhaps I'm jaded because I'm somewhat local, but I think it's safe to say that the original Starbucks is about the least interesting thing at Pike Place Market. I'd definitely recommend a trip to the Market, though! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I'm with the Prof. Keep the Starbucks. I've been to most of the attractions in Seattle. I'm going for the guitars.
My guess for the Ultimate O that I already had was the 04 Commemerative CL. I guess I need to talk to SWMBO about Al's offer. I should have been prepared to work it into the conversation the other day when she told me I should take a guitar to the gathering. Father's Day, the first in 25 with no kids around, might be an opportune time. |
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Location: Jet City | David had it. THere's a mint 1537 burst on it's way.
I'm all giddy about it.
One of the Taks won't be making it though. I tried, but my failing wrists just won't let me embrace the Bluegrass. Unfortunate. It's the best sounding guitar I've ever had the pleasure of playing, both unplugged and plugged. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Keep the Tak for a few weeks and let us try it at the jam. I've never had a chance to play a Tak other than the run of the mill ones at the local GC. |
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Location: Jet City | I'll still have the Nashville.
It's still in our fam here, but not in the NW. I'll see if he can deal with an extra week's delay. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Ooh, 1537 burst, one of my dream guits... actually 1547 burst would be ideal. wish I could think of a way to get my 01C up there for the festivities as I don't think I'll be able to swing it in person. |
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Location: Jet City | David, your 01C will be missed, but you'll be missed more.
Sure you can't, not even for a day? |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Put me in for
#1 14 fret KoaLAVa
Custom Elite 12 Contour
JM Deacon
Koa Kovered Viper
Moody PI Signature Prototype
Sum udders
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Location: Jet City | I'll bring at least a baker's dozen. And a dude from Boise. And maybe a Carvin X100B, just for kicks and giggles.
Miles, do you have extra speaker cabs? Can I just bring the head?
Are we gonna be able to get um.... LOUD on occasion? ;)
You good on bass amps? WHo's bringin' a drum kit? Oh shit this is getting closer quick. |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | ... he's gonna love this... check it out...
"Does anyone want me to bring the guitar synth?"
- Which one ???
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Have a couple Bass amps, Eden, Ampeg, Ovation.
I have a couple guitar cabinets... Actually more than a couple.
I guess we can get as loud as we want, I can't imagine anyone caring.
I wasn't thinking of setting up the drums, although just for sake of sanity and reality, I may set up my TAMA midi kit or a hybrid kit with real snare, kick and symbols with the rest TAMA pads. I'll have other "percussion" stuff around as it seems to add a LOT to the jams. Tambourine, and other things that go clack and clank. |
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Location: NJ | What??
No cajon???
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Seattles Best is better than Starbucks.....If you can't get Tim Hortons.
. philistenes! . . No, just no trendoids. We start 'em, we don't follow 'em.
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Location: Jet City | Seattle's Best is owned by Starbucks now. It used to be a nice little company from Vashon Island.
I prefer Tully's, however, if I'm out of town, and it's a choice between "Joe Blow's Java Hut" and a Starbucks, I'll pick the Starbucks. At leat I know what I'm going to get. Same concept that's kept McD's alive and well. |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by fillhixx:
(BTW, it's Philistines. My people are fierce... Till you run into a kid with a pebble |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Starbucks around here is NOT the stereo-type that the rest of the country has to endure either, but as others have said... there is better coffee out there. I have a few favorite "huts" that I frequent when I can. Different ones known for different "specials" like muffin or other fresh baked goods. |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Originally posted by Damon67:
The whine in WA is ...... When will the rain stop? :( :cool: ;)
(A: Just before the drought.)
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | In preparation for the gathering, I restrung the 12 string for the very first time since I got it.
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | PRE-ORDER YOU EVENT T-SHIRT Here!!!
I'm also looking for a couple or three Volunteers.
1. Someone to take the lead on a Guitar Maintenance Workshop. We all have some tips and tricks for everything from changing strings to adjusting necks.
We just need a "ring leader" to lead the conversation. MWoody ? Damon ?? I can help too of course. I have strings, and tools and a neck support, tuners, etc.. Whomever steps up, make it as formal or informal as you like. You're volunteering, so it's your show, I'll try to get you whatever you need.
2. Anyone else who wants to make a presentation/do a workshop, let me know. We have plenty of time and space. Share your skills!!! Share your Talent. Don't be shy!!
3. Song writing contest. Need someone to take the lead on this (excuse the pun). I've never done one, but from what I have heard, they can be loads of fun.
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Location: Brisbane Australia | Miles
Not sure if it's me but when I open the link there's just a blank page |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Say, Miles, on the event post you indicated that you'd be posting your address closer to the event. For those who intend to ship a guitar out to your place, the shipping window is approaching. Shall we PM you direct? |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Hmm, the links worked for me in Firefox and Safari. Didn't (and won't) try IE. |
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Location: Jet City | Ha! It reminded me too. I just sent you a PM, then read this. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Another thing I forgot. Although you are a wino, could you stop somewhere so I could get some decent beer? Maybe Miles knows of someplace close. I'm not fussy, but when I went to the Oregon gathering I had to buy something ordinary at the grocery store. I'd like to bring something a bit unusual this time.
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Location: Keepin' It Weird in Portland, OR | Gee Mark, in Portland you can buy Microbrews at 7-11...
And since I have stopped imbibing, I have seen local brew for six dollars a 12-pack at Grocery Outlet!
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I was enroute and stopped at the only Albertson's I knew was on the way. Henry Weinhardt's isn't bad for a mass produced beer. I should have brought a microbrew from here, but forgot to stop before I left. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Only 2 weeks to learn Crazy On You. I don't think I'm going to make it, especially since I won't have a guitar for one of those weeks. Guess I'll just drink beer and listen to you guys. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Breaking news.. I'll be there!
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Great! I should have been dropping off guitars for you to take up. Looking forward to seeing you again. My daughter decided she won't be going. She didn't tell me why, but I think she said something about drunk old guys to her mother. Now I won't have any reliable witnesses. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
Now I won't have any reliable witnesses. Nor will they. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
Now I won't have any reliable witnesses. Any lawyer worth his salt should know where to buy some of those... |
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Location: closely held secret | It would be funny if I could say everyone else would be glad you're not driving, but unfortunately I've ridden with you and you're not bad. |
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Location: Jet City | Cool, this means we can stop by the local AMP on the way. They'll love us long time. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
It would be funny if I could say everyone else would be glad you're not driving, but unfortunately I've ridden with you and you're not bad. Thanks, but since you were about to hop on a bus and then a motorcycle, your frame of reference probably wasn't too good.
I was just thinking about a 10 hour drive back on Sunday after a late Saturday night/Sunday morning. I hope my flight beats the Prof back to Boise, so he can stop for a short rest and I can refresh his coffee. Maybe he'll show my wife pictures of his music room and convince her that I need some additions to mine. |
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Location: closely held secret | You forgot to mention that I'd just spent 2 hours on a twin-engine turboprop. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Coulda been worse. You could have ridden over on a Harley. (Suppose that will stir anyone up?) |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Why don't dvd and Wabbit get together so dvd could bring some of Wabbit's guitars up to Miles? I'm thinking of the Koa in particular. I promise I'll wipe the drool off. |
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Location: Jet City | Speaking of guitars. Is anyone bringing a steel string 1 3/4 nut Ovation? |
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Location: Brisbane Australia | I've just agreed to buy something special over there but unfortunately I don't think I will have completed the transaction in time to get it to the Jam.
So it's OPO's for me.
Unless I buy that other GP that's lurking on the bay.
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Location: Pacific Northwest Inland Empire | There will be an inch-n-three-quarters. Probably several, really. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by dvd:
Breaking news.. I'll be there! Major cool!
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by dvd: Breaking news.. I'll be there! :D
Originally posted by seesquare:There will be an inch-n-three-quarters. Probably several, really. :D
Originally posted by AussieJames:Unless I buy that other GP that's lurking on the bay. *PERK!!!* Dayum! And I've done blown the wad.
This is all starting to sound good folks. I have a 1537-1 showing up tomorrow to add to the fun! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | **** Songwriting Contest/exercise!****
There will be a songwriting event.
I have volunteered to coach/referee.
A little early to say what shape it will take, I'm waiting for the Tequila to inspire....it's never let me down yet.
(warning; I consider songwriting a full contact sport. My longest lasting writing partner and I kicked the snot out of each other on the beach one night working out the fight scene in a piece we wrote in university....'course, I don't bounce like I used to.)
Here's a plan.
The theme is.......
Childhood Memories
Reminiscence, learning experience, fond memories, shadowy terrors.....whatever. Bring a finished or partial song. I'll go get back my copy of Sheila Davis' workbook and we can play and/or polish as the mood and interest allows.
....now, where is Robbie's number? Bugger's ahd the book for more than a year.....
(co-writes are encouraged. they're great for both bonding and getting things done. Did I read that AJ is 'beering' with someone before he comes over? Write a song dudes!) |
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Location: Brisbane Australia | The GP's out
$2400 with a week to go.
If it was black or red it might still have been a chance.
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Location: Jet City | And with a messed up headstock too. I wonder if the price of these things will ever subside. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Y'Know What?
Sometimes I get all excited and blurt off the top of my head, and you can't go back and edit 10 minutes later on this site.
I should ask first, is there interest in writing songs before or at this event? If before, then we all have a couple of weeks to dash something off. If at, then we can write in groups, which is sometimes a little faster and more fun...we chat a little about songwriting and how it's built. I could share some brain storming ideas. (okay, maybe more of a drizzle.)
And, in case it sounded a little over-enthusiastic...the 'full contact sport/ comment', etc......rest assured. It will be a supportive and nurturing environment. None of the sort of digs we normally do around here. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Since I haven't written a song in 55 years (I had one in my head once, but I forgot it) I didn't figure I'd get one written in the week I have left before I start travelling.
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | I've like "group" writing efforts. They are usually lots of fun, cuase you never really know where it's going until it's done. Then sometimes it goes into the trash, but the journey is the fun part. |
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Location: Jet City | Just put me on a team with someone who writes words.... or else you'll be getting an instrumental. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Strangely enough, a song needs that part too! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I've got some lyrics I started on a long time ago. I'll try to remember to bring them along and let you guys finish. |
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Location: Brisbane Australia | Originally posted by Mr. Ovation:
I've like "group" writing efforts. They are usually lots of fun, cuase you never really know where it's going until it's done. Then sometimes it goes into the trash, but the journey is the fun part. Just like life!
It's the journey not the destination
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Put me down for a women's Medium and a man's XL please! |
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Location: Upper Left USA | BTW,
You'll know that you are in Mt. Vernon when...
You see 50 ft. Tulips
Happy Kayakers
Potty Humor marketing
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Location: Keepin' It Weird in Portland, OR | Gives New meaning to the phrase "Off To See The Wizard!"
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | For those using IE, the T-Shirt Page now works..
==> ONLY 3 DAYS LEFT TO ORDER !!! <== |
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Location: Feeding Hills, MA | Are the event T-shirts available to us unfortunates that can't attend? :( |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Y'kin be with us in spirit (or Spirits) with your t-shirt on, a guitar in your lap, and a cold micro brew at your side. (totally awesome scenery with a fecund smell would put it over the top!) |
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Location: Feeding Hills, MA | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Y'kin be with us in spirit (or Spirits) with your t-shirt on, a guitar in your lap, and a cold micro brew at your side. I will do that, and every time someone hits the wrong string or mutes half the intended chord, you will know that my spirit is there!
Have a great time,
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Location: Pacific Northwest Inland Empire | OK, since I am not able to attend, despite only being 170 miles distant (#@%*), I have purchased a T-shirt, to commemorate my misfortune. Perhaps, the asembled membership could sign it for me. Just one favor, however- I may want to wear it in public sometime, so let's not be TOO politically incorrect, or profane.
Otherwise, I will hoist a toast- perhaps, more than one- over the period of the festivities.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Right! MUST remember to take camera....
.....may need leverage at some future ocassion..
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Awwww, SeeSq...not even for a couple hours over the WHOLE weekend? :(
It's like, what, 5 hours Round Trip?
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Location: Pacific Northwest Inland Empire | Prior commitments. Sorry. Actually, it's about 3 hours, each way, given the traffic. The irony is, I will be in Arlington & Darrington, the next weekend.
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Location: Sunshine State, Australia | Hey AussieJames.
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Location: Jet City | If anyone coming to the gathering needs a solidbody case let me know. More info in the 4-sale section.
http://www.ovationfanclub.com/cgi-bin/ubb/non-cgi/ultimatebb.php?ub... |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Just so I don't bring beer you've already had, what real (Canadian) beers get exported down your way?
These beers are probably all pretty good, but I'm still working my way through the list. ....it takes longer than it would have 30 years ago..
Phillips Brewing Co. (no relation...sigh) does some fine work. Vancouver Island brewing (esp. Hermans) is quite good. In any case, what have you already had? (and remembered) |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | I like bitter's and hefty (Wiesen etc.) beers. I've had none of those. I actually like Canadian (Molson) but I don't get the expport as it's different than what's up in BC. But I have not seen any of those micro's here. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I'm not much into the Stouts or Porters, especially in the summer. Ales, Lagers, Pilsners, etc. I'm easy. If I don't like the first one, I'll learn to like it by the second. I've only had one type of beer I didn't like, but I can't remember the name of it. First time I had it, I thought it had gone bad. Then I had the same type by a different brewer and realized I just didn't like the taste. I drank the whole bottle the second time. It's a sin to waste beer. |
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Location: Jet City | fill, there used to be a beer from up there called Duffy's
Been a decade and a half since I've had it though. Ever hear of it?
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Molson? as in Canadian? ewww.
All they make are good TV ads. (kinda tear up a little whenever I see it...)
Duffys? Never heard of it.
Mark, no worrys. There'll be something for you to take a shine to. AJ too I'll bet!
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Location: Brisbane Australia | I'm not a huge beer drinker but will try anything once at least.
A beer is great after a hot day.
And yes the glasses have to be cold
A bit more like Dean Martin (Little O'l Wine Drinker Me) and Damon. :)
If it has a buzz I'll give it a go!!
Hey, On the bird in 12 hrs
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Location: NJ | A glass of Shiraz on a Friday evening
Looking out from the Observatory
The Sun now sets into a wine-stained Ocean
It brings out the Australian in me, oh yeah,
It brings out the Australian in me
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Location: Brisbane Australia | Now I like that idea
Have been known to partake of several glasses of Shiraz on a Friday night
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Location: Jet City | Up here it's call Syrah. Same grape. |
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Location: NJ | It "is" (but again, it "isn't") . . . |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | seesquare, sorry to see you won't be able to make it. Guess I'll leave the non-O resonator at home. |
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Location: Jet City | It's all Syrah really, just people down under call it Shiraz (down under being New Zealand, Australia, South Africa)
Canadians call it Shiraz too, but let's face it, they really don't know anything but beer up there. |
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Location: NJ | Yeh, but it's the Sun, the Soil, and the Kangaroo Spoo that make it an "Australian Shiraz" . . .
I've HAD the Canadian variety.
Didn't like it.
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Location: Jet City | I'm with ya, they're both yummy though. If you get a chance, try some South African Shiraz too.
They use different spoo though. |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Have pint glasses.. can chill..
Personally I don't like really cold beer. I like cool Beer. They say Europe is "room temp" that's not really true... well sorta.. it's cool, not warm, not cold. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | The rooms in Europe aren't as hot as they are here. Room temperature wine is probably 55 degrees (although I never could convert from Fahrenheit to Celsius). I don't remember the beer in Germany being as warm as the beer in England. When it comes to anything food, I would never do what they do in England.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Cliff, as Canada is really 3 - 5 countries in one there are many different Shirazs from each 'country.' It may be fun to drink your way across the country....without leaving home. (Please! ;) )
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Location: NJ | ". . Canada is really 3 - 5 countries in one . ."
Sounds like my ex. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Al, an umbrella is ALLways a safe choice. Works for sun and rain.
Likely shorts, sandals, and a rainhat. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Practically speaking, the rainy season doesn't end until it ruins the fireworks show. Any forecast beyond about 3-days is pretty meaningless out here against the Pacific, so keep checking until you board your flight... weather underground |
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Location: NW Washington State | "Spring" was really crappy here. "Summer" appears to have begun. But you never know. Bring a nylon windbreaker that you can compress to fit in your bag.
If you had an Ovation bowl, you could attach a handle and make a nice umbrella. Maybe the handle could fold so that it would double as a kayak paddle.
If you had a lot of Ovation bowls, you could make a vehicle for the Kinetic Sculpture race in Port Townsend. Start now, you could be finished by October.
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Location: NW Washington State | Cliff, how much would you pay for photos? What color and size will look best on Al? Would Polarfleece be more appropriate? |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Hey, hey, hey, now.....
A light mist in the air adds a great deal of colour to a fireworks show. Ask any pyrotech....
And SO far, my grapes are loving this weather. Heaviest production ever. 'Course, the vineyardis just four years old.
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Location: Jet City | Al, when in Rome...
This is not the city you're going to, it's Mt. Vernon. You can't go wrong wearing anything that says STIHL on it.
Some ideas...
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Location: Upper Left USA | Al,
Don't worry, I'll bring some extra clothing...
www.utilikilts.com |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Honsetly Al, as someone who used to live on the least coast, these descriptions aren't giving you a meter to work with. We haven't seen rain in several days. Until today it hasn't been over 75 (day) or under 65 (night). Lisa works at Farmers Markets and has gotten sun-burned. Mount Vernon, is in a "rain shadow" so essentially if you see a forecast for rain in Seattle, we stay home in Mount Vernon, and plan bike rides or go on one where it's nice a cool and dry. I actually fill my pond from a hose from June until September.
Only 20 miles away in Arlington it probably rains 300 days out of the year.
I know of no one that actually uses an umbrella in the rain here, because it's not the Rain that I'm sure yuou are thinking of, we rarely see that ANYWHERE in Washington, except maybe toward where MWoody lives. Rain in the daylight, is more of a heavy misting/light rain, the stuff that wouldn't even make the weather report on the east coast. Those "light morning rains" you get in jersey... They call those DOWN POUR here. I think it's hilarious actually.
So here's what to pack...
Other than what I've normally seen you pack for Florida or NAMM, I'd ads a medium/light jacket that is water resistant and a sweatshirt.
Of course we have extra.. and plenty of stores..but really... we wear t-shirts.. if it gets a little chilly, on comes the Sweatshirt or the light Jacket or a combination.
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Location: south east Michigan | Your Stihl the One... Shania Twain
oops.... wrong thread.
Man I wish I could be there.
It's probably the only chance I"ll ever get to meet the guys who...
Come From the Land Down Under... Men at Work.
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Originally posted by numbfingers:
Rainshadow? Mount Vernon? 10 inches more annual rainfall than Oak Harbor/Coupeville. But nothing beats "Sunny Sequim".
-Steve W. Yeah, our anti-tourism campaign even has those in other parts of Washington convinced. Honestly, can't remember when it rained last. It might have last week one night. Rains all around us. I can see it. I think it rains in the early morning sometimes.. but I don't see that either. :) |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Bike is packed and I'm leaving in the morning. A few business stops along the way, a visit to a new friend's place, then the jam. See you ladies there! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Would you PNW'ers in Washington STFU!?!?!?
We have enough people from back east moving out. We stopped sending them pictures of mowing the lawn in February and the annual April 1 Tulip count in the 70's. It just makes more of them come.
Play up the rain, weirdo eccentricities, and remoteness. Damn it men, Pull Up The Drawbridge! |
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Location: NW Washington State | I've been to Campbell River in summer and the weather was beautiful. There's lots of shopping near the marina. I suppose there's a town there too. I recommend that everyone move there.
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | I have been updating The NW Gathering page almost daily. Check it often. |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Also...
I have dug up some very cool items for Auction, Give-away, Raffle and Sale. Little pieces of Ovation history.
They say it's "all about the journey"... well if this event is half as much fun as the preparation, it should be a good time had by all. |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | If anyone is arriving in Mount Vernon on Thursday, please EMAIL me if you would like something to do in the evening. Neither I nor Lisa will be available until very late Thursday evening, however...
There is a stellar fireworks show on the 3rd at Big Lake (right next to Mount Vernon). I will find out where non-residents can watch from. It's quite the site. The fire department runs it, and you give them a donation as you arrive.
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Actually the back is probably better... Over the Church Parking lot :) |
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Location: Brisbane Australia | Hey you guys I'm in San Fran and it's freaking cool, and it's supposed to be summer lol
Hope Mt Vernon is warmer
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Location: Jet City | AJ, I'm from the Bay Area originally, and there's an old saying:
The coldest winter I've ever spent, was the summer I spent in San Fransisco.
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by Mr. Ovation:
Actually the back is probably better... Over the Church Parking lot :) Now I know what I'm doing Sunday! |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Actually they are pretty strict about 12:00noon to 12:00 midnight on the 4th. During that 12 hours it's like a war zone. But don't dare fire off one minute before or one minute after the hours designated. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by Damon67:
Now I know what I'm doing Sunday! Penance? |
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Location: Upper Left USA | AJ, it's a dry Warm though...
Damon, you can wash my truck on Sunday!
Counting down... |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Miles: I should be arriving in Mt. Vernon late afternoon Thursday. I'm in Portland and need to replace the rear shock on the bike. I'd much rather have another guitar for the same price. I'll call you about getting together Thursday evening. |
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Location: closely held secret | Brad, I'm waving... see me? 
If I was in town today, I'd meet up with you. Wednesday's my telecommuting day.
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Hey Professor... call my cell when you get close.. we're not going to be around until late on Thursday.
Blown shock is a bit of a pain, but at least it's a part that "feels" like your getting your money's worth when you get back on. It's those $200 little widgets I hate spending the money on. You know, those things you can't see, they look like they contain nothing, but yet the bike doesn't run without'em.
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Location: Upper Left USA | Brad, bad deal. at least it wasn't a catastrophic failure with the bike, just expensive. Got your message, will see you all soon.
I intend to bring some mistakes/projects and hope we can have some time for the BFLG to discuss the fine points of DIY Loothery.
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | Originally posted by Mr. Ovation:
Yeah, our anti-tourism campaign even has those in other parts of Washington convinced. [/QB] |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Jeffrey, now you're really letting the cat out of the bag... :)
I do like to point out stuff to my friends back east like...
Yearly Average: Mount Vernon, WA / Frederick MD
Average Temp: 50 / 55
Average High: 59 / 66
Average Low: 44 / 41
Average Rain: 32 / 44 !!!!
Average Snow 4 / 25.5 !!!!!
And for Bellmawr
Average Temp: 55
Average High: 65
Average Low: 45
Average Rain: 45.6 !!! (actually that total precipitation)
Average Snow 4 / 25.5 !!!!! |
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Location: Jet City | Miles,
Been trying to call you. It's going straight to voice mail.
Give me a ring if you can. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | New shock installed. $1,171. The part alone was $840 plus another $65 to overnight it from wherever. That's right up there in Adamas territory. Oh well. Had to be replaced in any event. Somebody brought a guitar over last evening so we had a mini concert. Great fun. Waskel, I'm staying in a neighborhood in the southwest part of Portland just a few miles north of Tigard. Call you tomorrow Miles. |
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Location: closely held secret | That's a bummer, Brad.
You know what the least expensive part to replace is on a BMW? |
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Location: Jet City | How's the weather in Mt Vernon today? Thunderstorms here. I'm getting quite the light show in my glass tower today. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | The Hi and Lo fronts are battling for space and we are in the Convergent Zone. It is supposed to get drier into the weekend and I forecast coll overcast mornings and warm dry evenings.
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Location: Jet City | That reminds me, I rode the elevator with Steve Poole last week here in the building.
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Location: Central Massachusetts | you missed one! |
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Location: Upper Left USA | You are correct Sir!
I will be leaving the Celeb Bass on the wall but USPS just brought by the subject of my SAST Seminar titled "Who's afraid of Ebay".
I just took the tape off the case it came shipped in and was joyfully surprised. More later.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Hmmmm, he muses aloud....
....If we write and record a summer song this weekend as a PNW project, can we get it on the album?
I know guys, we're just so goal oriented. (except for my 'producer' who's on his way to Lethbridge right now while his computer is being rebuilt....)
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and will we have a fretless bass? |
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Location: East Wenatchee, WA | Originally posted by ProfessorBB:
New shock installed. $1,171. The part alone was $840 plus another $65 to overnight it from wherever. That's right up there in Adamas territory. Oh well. Had to be replaced in any event. Somebody brought a guitar over last evening so we had a mini concert. Great fun. Waskel, I'm staying in a neighborhood in the southwest part of Portland just a few miles north of Tigard. Call you tomorrow Miles. Yikes Brad....maybe I don't want to look at that K1200LT Elite in Salem this weekend. He is down under $10K, but with 27K miles I suspect another few grand in repairs are in the making. |
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Location: Sydney, Australia | Originally posted by ProfessorBB:
New shock installed. $1,171. From my point of view, any unexpected expense of over $1,000 is a shock!
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | One more sleep!
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Just wanted to let everyone know Alpep arrived safe and sound, a bit weary, but safe and sound.
He's catching up on some needed zzzz's to compensate for the time change.
Anytime tomorrow, but not too early, to head over is fine. If it's too early, we'll just put you to work :) |
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Location: Pacific Northwest Inland Empire | Weather report? We have clouds & thunder over here (180 miles, southeast) |
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Location: south east Michigan | I just caught Miles on the webcam walking across his patio.
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Location: south east Michigan | Yeah... it's posted in the Gatherings Section.
I guess it won't hurt to post it here.
I hope.
Well... here goes.
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Location: closely held secret | Cool... nice patio, Miles! |
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Location: closely held secret | Uh, Miles? You asked us to report technical difficulties... Does this count? |
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Location: big island | and that's spooky when the image pixelates the heads off the bodies. |
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Location: big island | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Is that Woody's little chair with the pink awning? i was wondering about that. figured it's a bbq grill with an awning... ;) |
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Location: NJ | Me(just now):
"Jeanette, . . there's an OFC Gathering in Miles' backyard! . . wanna' see webcam pics?? . . "
Jeanette:
". . . FatGuys&Guitars?? . . . . "pass" . . . . ." |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | It's so pink... |
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Location: Keepin' It Weird in Portland, OR | Originally posted by Jeff W.:
It's so pink... Yeah... There were so many snide remarks running through my head as soon as I saw the color-scheme...
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Sorry about the hue folks. The lens I think has seen too much direct sun.
Butchaknow... if you really wanted to see what was happening...
YOU SHOULD HAVE BEEN THERE !!!
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Location: NJ | ". . It's NOT Pink!! . . . It's "Mauve"!! . ."
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by lanaki:
damon is lovin' that koala...i think. You think? :D |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by Lcase:
(fillhixx comandeers computer left unattended)
Is the camera still down? So you didn't see me mooning you? Damn! I complained to Al about it. |
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Location: Jet City | What a great weekend. I got to meet some really cool folks, drank entirely too much wine, and played some REALLY cool guitars including an OFC Adamas, and an FD14!! I also sang and played for the first time in front of a group, and nobody, so that was pretty cool too.
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Location: GA USA | Great hospitality in the OFC... what else is new? |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I showed my wife the pic of "my ride" for the weekend. She laughed. I guess she's gotten past the bunch of sick internet guitar geeks and has decided it's funny.
Had a great time topping off a week of cars with a weekend of guitars. Some wonderful guitars and players. Most had a pretty good jam going Friday night, while some of us just watched. I never heard a mistake all night. The beer helped. |
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Location: GA USA | I thought it would be cool to make a video from some webcam frames. I couldn't see any video after Friday, so it's short...
PNW webcam video
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I couldn't tell if I was even there. I know I played a bunch of guitars and drank a lot of beer. Thanks to everyone for putting this on, especially Miles and Lisa for hosting and Damon for saving space in his Ovation hauler for me. The jam sessions were impressive. Someday I'll be able to follow along. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Got home at 11:30 last night. I imagine ProfBB is still on the road to Colorado somewhere, proving once again the value of competing in those "Iron Butt" competitions.
Yes, a great chaotic time. Marred only by some drunk fool who walked through the screen door. But even that was a good thing.
1: It's not a party 'till somebody breaks something.
2: At least it was someone who feels no shame and would not hide for the rest of the weekend.
3: I'm told the door works better than ever now.
Beer was drunk, wine sipped, guitars played. All in typical West Coast fashion....I think we even caused Al to mellow for a moment.
As always, though we had lots of other things to do it always ends up being about the people. Aussie James and his gorgeous wife are warm people, generous to a fault, who now know how to drive on the other side of the road.
....Oh heck, I'm not going to do a list right now (there's actual work piled up on my desk) but we really really like us, yes we do.
Miles & Lisa; thank you for not pressing charges. Your REAL Nanaimo Bars are waiting. |
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Location: big island | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Yes, a great chaotic time. Marred only by some drunk fool who walked through the screen door. oh, no. i hope you didn't strain yourself, phil. :eek: |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | We weren't going to tell, Phil. I was amazed that a guitar wasn't dropped the first night.
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Location: Upper Left USA | I'll vouch for you Mark.
I'm thinking that the screen wasn't reformatted to fit my monitor though...
You did a fine job of classical Gas on the Moody.
Fil - Just consider it as additional screening they may have missed at the border.
The fact that you had just mitigated all risks by clipping a penlight to your visor and had a smug grin of technical confidence just prior to kissing the mesh was the best part for me.
But you kept the hat on!
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Location: Central Massachusetts | What a great weekend!
Miles and Lisa, thanks so much for the hospitality! Great food, great venue! And thanks for having some of your local friends attend. They represented Mt. Vernon nicely and added a lot to the event!
Got to meet lots of new people, and get reacquainted with lots of folks from previous events
Best (mis)-use of an LED ballcap: fillhixx
Highest cranial/hanging-object contact ratio: Miles
Best SWMBO job title: Boob Wrangler
Best shotgun rewiring job (and it worked!): Alpep
SWMBO count: 5, I think?
Tons of great guitars. Highlights for me personally: Numbfinger's mint deacon. MrGolf's mint sunburst storm and FD14, Damon's 1537 with lots of mojo.
Thanks to Woody for the tune-up assistance. Thanks to Damon and fillhixx for the lessons. Thanks to AussieJames for the AussieWonderBasket including TimTams! And thanks to seesquare (in absentia) for the pick pocket!
For some reason, I didn't take many pics. But the ones I did take are in the Gatherings area.
Oh, and I almost forgot to mention, not only are all of these people extremely friendly, but hugely talented as well. Very inspring, all! Thanks!
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Location: Boise, Idaho | A few guitar highlights: I'm sure I've forgotten many already.
Damon's 1537 is killer. One of the nicest ones I've seen, and they're all great. Damon had a bunch of other great guitars there as well.
Mike's on site restoration of the ebay Viper. It was actually a committee project that worked!
dvd's Redwood. I've played it in at least 2 versions and it is great.
The second time I've played an FD-14. I may be the only one that isn't blown away by that guitar, so it is good that I can move other things to the top of the list.
Mike's Koa. If I can get some bills paid this month, I'll be talking to Al in August.
Miles' Book Elite was very tempting. I just can't rationalize that.
All of Miles' exotics. Electrics are wasted on me, but I am not too old to dream of being a rock star. It was nice to play a familiar OFC.
Thanks to everyone for bring their toys for those of us who flew or biked in. My fingers were hurting on Saturday. I haven't played that much in a long time. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Thanks for the reminder, dvd. I don't know if Phil knew that at about the time he walked through the screen door, dvd and I were up to about 5 on the "count how many times Miles bonks his head on the hanging flower pot" game. It was funny every time. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | "How was the "Home Recording Seminar"?"
I don't think we got that on tape...
The Standing Ovation 07 Tour Uke went home with Damon so you Ukester's have a new member.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | There was a lot of video taken, but the camera operator joined many of us in imbibing a bit much. It might just be blurry video of drunks and guitars. I hope he got Miles hitting the flower pot and Phil hitting the screen door. Maybe we could post a poll and vote for the best collision.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | For the record. (Slipkid's keeping track, right?)
I have the History of Ovation Guitar Book.
It has been signed by a whole bunch of drunks (I Wasn't the only one....there was a momentary panic when we thought AJ was going to try and drive to the hotel in the condition he was in. But he thought he WAS getting in the passenger side.) and will be going Down Under shortly. |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | I'll post more later, but just wanted to mention that Al is on his way home... well almost, the departing flight is delayed almost two hours. So he may be spending an extra night in St. Louis or something. Thanks to everyone for making this a success... but as stated will post more later.
The recording seminar was more a workshop/discussion... and well.. at the risk of...
You Should Have Been There :)
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Location: Jet City | Al's a cool cat. It was great having him there. He wails on a guitar, and my Flying V looked very comfortable being played by him. We'll have to meet up again and do some playing. I think I'd better start practicing now.
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Location: south east Michigan | Originally posted by fillhixx:
For the record. (Slipkid's keeping track, right?)
I have the History of Ovation Guitar Book.
No, no, heck no. I got enough irons in the fire as it is.
I don't have a list of where it is or who wants it.
I am glad to know it's not lost and that it was at the NW gathering and that it is going "down under".
The debate might be as to where, after it's all dog-eared and written all over, it should make it's last stop. My thought, and it's just my thought, is that it would be nice to have it end up at the Mothership.
I was not there but I did phone in.
It was nice to say hello to Woody and Miles and VERY nice to say hi to Aussie James & Phil.
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Location: Jet City | It should go to Solidtop AKA Humple Pie next. fillhixx, I found the addy. I'll send it to you. |
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Location: Jet City | Oh, didn't see the "going down under" part.
Well AJ, I'll get the address down to you, but make sure you Aussies get it up to him after y'all are done there down under.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Originally posted by cliff:
His hemorrhoid isn't throbbing . . . Unfortunately, I could almost verify this. Al has one of the worst cases of plumber's crack I've ever seen and was sitting with his back to the beer cooler for awhile.
I heard something about Brad calling, but somehow missed the phone call. It might have been while I was wretching after the accidental witnessing of the plumber's crack. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Turns out Al is also talented with a soldering iron. I was hoping he'd lean over (when I was in front of him this time) and start his hair or beard on fire, but it never happened.
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Location: Mount Vernon, WA | Hey, thanks for letting Sandy and I party with you guys. I figured it was gonna be a great time. We took AJ and Deb around Sunday and showed them the area. Another great day. Nice for a couple non-guitar folks :D |
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by numbfingers:
I wore sunglasses on Saturday because I was worried about the glare, but Mark kept his hat on all day. Probably worried about the glare as well..... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Originally posted by dvd:
guess you weren't hoping for a special rate on that Koa, eh Mark? :D Al's Polish. We're used to being insulted.
There was plenty of baldness to go around, but I really didn't need a hat in Seattle. The only reason I wore one was to avoid the glare from the camera flashes.
There was also plenty of evidence that the marketing people made the right decision when they came up with the contour bowls. You know who you are.
I forgot to thank our hosts for the brats. I thought I couldn't get enough of those, but after a couple of them at Miles I came home to a barbeque where the only choice was brats. Still managed to get down a couple more. I'm really working toward the need for a contour bowl. |
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Location: Sydney, Australia | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
I forgot to thank our hosts for the brats. I thought I couldn't get enough of those, but after a couple of them at Miles I came home to a barbeque where the only choice was brats. Still managed to get down a couple more. I'm really working toward the need for a contour bowl. Wow, some things don't make the cross-cultural translation well at all. I thought you were eating disorderly children! |
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Location: Upper Left USA | They weren't dressed too funny:
But "Mrs. Miles" did have to run an impromto class on the "Do's and Dont's" of hosiery when visiting out of Country.
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Location: Upper Left USA | I think I caught a shot of Fillhix going home the next day.
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Location: south east Michigan | Is the guy in the orange hat Mark??
Is the guy with the funny hat and black socks Jim??
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | The guy in the funny hat is Al.
Mine's a Panama I picked up in Merida.
Funny....hmmmghf!
And, I'm sorry Woody. But my socks do sag over the course of an evening. Usually they're right up to the shorts.
....and WHO put that wine in my hand?!?!?! OH, right. That was just for the hike to the cooler. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Arrived home in Denver at noon on Monday. The new shock worked wonders. Incidently, Jeffrey D, the bike has 60,000 miles on it which is a bit beyond its normal life spand of about $50,000 miles. That bike you're looking at with 27,000 miles should be o.k. unless the prior owner weighed 300+ pounds. No problems carrying the guitar all skrink-wrapped thanks to Miles. As luck would have it, other than a few spinkl;es in the Cascades and as I arrived in Denver, there was no rain. I'll post a pic tomorrow.
My fondest memories...jamming with Miles, Al, _______ on bass, Mike W. and at least one other local friend of Miles. Terrific hosts, Miles and Lisa. The salmon is a keeper. Miles' collection of Ovation solid bodied prototypes and one-offs may be the best in the world.
For those who went to Ameilia, Damon can be "that guy." He can really shred it. Damon, that's a compliment!
And Damon's 1537 is one incredible guitar in both looks and tone. This opinion was nearly universal, if not totally universal. Tim, the flamer was found in perfect condition.
So what do I do after riding 1600 miles in 30 hours? SWMBO has me digging up and relocating plants! I should have taken my time! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by Ken Ball:
Hey, thanks for letting Sandy and I party with you guys. Hey Ken! Thank YOU both for all the work you did. Are you Sgt. at Arms for your Lions branch by any chance?
We took AJ and Deb around Sunday and showed them the area. Nice for a couple non-guitar folks. oh come on. I heard AJ play. He's good, even if his brothers are the muzzos in the family. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | As usual, an OFC gathering was a great event of newfound friends, a reunion of previously, newfound friends, alot of Ovation discovery, and looked like a hell-of-a good time.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I had the orange hat on, Brad. I forgot to pack my OFC cap, but the orange one worked well for Damon to spot me at the airport.
I'm sitting here listening to my new Sergio Lara CDs and thinking this board has way too much talent for me.
Fillhixx was in good company with those black socks. The rest of the week we saw another guy wearing black socks with shorts. His name was Porsche. |
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Location: Jet City | I tried to stay out of the pictures. I was probably closer to wherever the wine was pouring.
I was amazed by everyone's abilities. Everything from Mark's handle on Croce tunes, to Phil's uncanny ability to write a song out of thin air, to Brad's overall skills at singing and playing. I mean really, everyone had their own uniqueness and it was a pleasure to be a part of this thing.
Too many highlights and too many people to touch on everything without leaving something or someone important out, but for me, the overall highlight was the fine people, OFCers and non-OFCers alike. Ken, you're A+ in my book. So sorry I missed the Sunday trip.
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Location: South of most, North of few | Originally posted by Damon67:
Oh, and I REALLY liked Woody's Koala. Damon, that almost sounds obscene :eek: |
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Location: Mount Vernon, WA | When I was talking about non-guitar folks, I meant Sandy and I. I heard AJ play. He's quite good :)
Originally posted by fillhixx:
Originally posted by Ken Ball:
Hey, thanks for letting Sandy and I party with you guys. Hey Ken! Thank YOU both for all the work you did. Are you Sgt. at Arms for your Lions branch by any chance?
We took AJ and Deb around Sunday and showed them the area. Nice for a couple non-guitar folks. oh come on. I heard AJ play. He's good, even if his brothers are the muzzos in the family. |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by Trader Jim:
Originally posted by Damon67:
Oh, and I REALLY liked Woody's Koala. Damon, that almost sounds obscene :eek:
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Another note about the terrific generosity of our hosts...there were so many door prizes that we all took something home, some more than others. ;) |
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Location: NW Washington State | Thank you, Miles and Lisa, for opening your home and putting in all the work required to host. Great job!
I wasn't really sure I was at an OFC event because the people seemed so normal. Even Al, except for the hat. |
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Location: NJ | KoalaLove is fine . . . it's the StingRays that'll f@ck ya' . . . |
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Location: NJ | Well a great time had by all.
Damnon bought a ton of guitars as did Woody. I even waved my hourly rate to solder a guitar together for the woody. Luckily it worked the first time he plugged it in or I would have never been able to live it down. (Can I stress Weller soldering pencil station and needle nose pliers!!!!!!!!)
Great time jamming, reminds me how much I need to hone those skills, not sure if I will ever have enough time to practice to keep up with everyone.
I did finally get some local cherries at the supermarket at a 1.99 an lb. which were really good but may have lead to an upset stomach on sunday.
Great to talk gear, hi fi, guitars, etc etc etc with everyon.
I didn't realize how friendly the people in the NW were. while I was still in bed the maid opened the door and asked if I needed "servicing" I told her I was fine for the time being but would consider it later.
plane ride from hell. delayed in O'hare for a couple of hours coming out, leaving delayed for and hour and a half which would have made me miss my connection in st. louis, got the last standby for a flight to o'hare to get a 6:45 to philly delayed to 8;45 then 10 then 10:30 then 10:35 then 10:39 got into philly at 1:30 am got my bags at 2 went to sleep at 4
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Ken, I was kidding. We do that here, just like at home....which is what Mount Vernon feels like now.
Except there's not enough Canadians! (right Sandy?)
Found out I LIKE outlet malls!...and that camping supply store just up the road a block.
Damon, too kind. 'That song' isn't finished yet...actually....I think it's two songs. Maybe Miles & I can putter at it this weekend before the morning stages start up, which is just after coffee.
Al, feel the love. It's what we do out here ;)
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I've labeled the guys I recognize but who are the guys with the ????
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I think that's Ken (KBall) in the back left, but it's hard to tell. I forgot the young guy's name, too. He sure spoke amps. I didn't see him pick up a guitar until it was pretty late and then he sounded quite good. |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by lanaki:
where'd damon get that checkerboard hat? You're a funny guy Randy. Just wait...
That's numbfingers all the way to the left I believe. It is hard to see.
Who the hell was taking these pictures anyway?
I guess I can't bitch though. I didn't really take any. I was to busy B.S.in', drinkin', and playin'
It was a great time. I will be having to do this again for sure. Maybe the Bay Area's next. I might have to go visit bobbo and that JL of his. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Left to right,
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Originally posted by lanaki:
where'd damon get that checkerboard hat? This was Saturday. Friday night, Damon was ready for the lampshade. He actually holds his liquor quite well. That's an admirable quality that wasn't shared by some of the rest of us. I'm glad it wasn't me that walked through the screen door, although I did hit my head on that flower pot and hanging lamp a couple times. . . just a fraction of the number of times Miles did it. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | What else did I learn at the PNW OFC Gathering? After applying liberal amounts of mosquito repellant on your hands and forearms, be careful when handling highly glossy guitars, particularly those with flames on all sides! With the heat that guitar endured on the back of the bike in the hot sun all the way home, the filmy repellent smeared on the guitar coagulated into some really sticky mess. It came off with Dunlop, but yuk! Incidently, did anybody discover the piece of salmon that disappeared within the body of an unidentified guitar after falling off a passer-by's plate? Fortunately, it didn't fall in mine! Electric guitar owners need not worry. |
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Location: Jet City | I was in rare form indeed on Friday.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I dropped a piece of the salmon, but it went on the ground. I expected a cat to snarf it up, but the part that wasn't stuck to the bottom of my shoe was still there later.
By the way, I'm not a real salmon fan, but that was possibly the best I've tasted. Another pat on the back to our hosts. (Miles, just pass these along to Lisa, because I don't want her reading all my posts. These women might talk to each other.) |
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Location: Jet City | I got a lot of guitars to search through now.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | It is a nice guitar. As Miles said, it's so wrong on so many levels, but sounds great. Numbfingers had one there, too. His has the Matrix type neck, but doesn't have as much rake in the headstock as the Matrix.
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Location: Pacific Northwest Inland Empire | Yeah, wish I could have made it. Sounds like there was, pretty much, unbridled debauchery & flagrant hedonism had by all. Ironically, I will be in that vicinity THIS weekend!
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | As much debauchery and hedonism as people over fifty and 'plus size' IT folks can stand. I could never see myself sitting in a jail cell next to ANY of these people saying things like, "who'da thought pigs could jump that far?"
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Location: Sydney, Australia | What did you guys do to AJ? Not a single post from him since just before he got to the gathering. Is it possible you've all scared him off or has he gone hiking far away from any internet cafes? |
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Location: Brisbane Australia | Hi Guys,
Just a quick one
My apologies for being AWOL.
I have been travelling and this is the first chance I've had to get near a PC that was working since the Jam.
We had a fantastic time.
Thanks to all for the fun and fellowship
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Location: Tennessee | Man, I wish I could've made it back up to the NW event this year. Max and I were just talking about the great time we had in Portland last year and how we hope to get back for the next one. The timing just didn't work for us this year. Nice to see all the familiar faces and characters, but also nice to see the unfamiliar faces too. :cool: Damon, it's either a round-hole one or one with a bunch of those little holes. AJ ... so close yet so far away. Hope to meet up with you next time. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | For those who know how, the party is about to go into it's second shift!
Setting tents at the campsite tomorrow night. (so we're just far enough and just close enough to the mainstage area)
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Location: NJ | damon
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Location: Jet City | Thanks guys, you all were the first group I've ever sang in front of. Just playing is a different story, but the singing is new to me.
I didn't want to be like one of those Idol idiots "well my mom says I can sing"
I need to diversify the set list some, then I think I'll be ready to jump in head first. I'll call upon y'all again for some advise before I do it, but I was thinking an open mic or so would be the way to start it out. |
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Location: Sunshine State, Australia | Originally posted by stonebobbo:
AJ ... so close yet so far away. Hope to meet up with you next time. Originally posted by fillhixx:
"Next time" we all have to go down there.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by Damon67:
I was thinking an open mic or so would be the way to start it out. They're great. The audience is normally very generous and receptive. You can start out with just two or three songs you feel confident with. (Practice playing with the radio turned on to music you really like listening to while you 'sell' the song to an audience of pictures along one wall.)
Always have one more song in reserve 'just in case.'
Prolly have to drag me out of a winery or two as well.
They also sell bottles, just like home...
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | BTW: Musicfest update.
We all checked out Sunday night. The drunken teens left many of us sleep deprived. I think this festival may be going the way of Merrit Mountain Music Fest...I am reminded of the Casey Stengle-ism, "No one goes there any more, it's too crowded."
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Location: Jet City | THanks for the info Phil. When I get closer to doing something I'll prolly hit you up and the professor, and Al, and all you REAL musicians for some more tips.
First things first though. Learn something other that Young or Matthews...
Hey Mark, weren't you gonna send me some Croce stuff?
I heard this Matchbox20 song I thought might be OK to do too...
http://media.star1015.com/audio/Matchbox20.mp3 |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I'll try to remember tonight, if I'm not booked working on the new pool vac all night. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Couldn't get the scanner to work, at least where I could read it, so I sent it via snail mail. |
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Location: Jet City | Thanks Sir.
BTW, a few more pics are up on the other post |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | You don't have to call us all Sir, just because we are soooo much older than you. We are no more wise.
"A bachelor is a man who never made the same mistake once."
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Location: Jet City | So much younger, HA!
I drink the blood of a newborn on every full moon. It's just a youthful appearance. In 9 more years I'll be 50. Ouch! ;)
I think dvd was the "baby" of the group. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Barely 40! When I was your age, if I can remember that far back, I was in way better shape than you. I couldn't play guitar then, either.
You're probably right about dvd, but he's aging rapidly since he had twins.
I thought AJ would be the old man of the group, since he talked about retirement and grandkids, but I was bummed that he and I are the same age. At least when people call me Grandpa they aren't correct. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
I thought AJ would be the old man of the group, since he talked about retirement and grandkids, but I was bummed that he and I are the same age. I'm sure I am in the running for that honor. |
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Location: Jet City | Professor, you're in better shape than all of us.
And Mark! Dammit, I'm in WAAAAAY better shape than John Candy was at my age... Oh shit, he's dead. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I was trying to think of something I could trade for the Prof's flat abs and full head of hair. He seemed pretty well set. Yes, I'd settle for white hair even. |
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Location: NJ | Mark, you always seem to have this propensity of always focusing on other Members' hairlines and physical attributes . . .
(not that there's anything "wrong" with that . . .) |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | There's a reason for that, besides the fact that I haven't come to grips with my age.
I think the first picture of me on this board was one Dave took. I was sitting down playing one of his guitars, but I could hardly see anything in the picture for the glare off my forehead. I vowed to wear hats from then on when I was in a picture, but the Captain did that great charicature of us for the first NW Gathering. Most of the shirt was forehead.
When you take pictures of old guys with guitars, you see guts, bald heads and guitars. Other people look at llamas. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
You're probably right about dvd, but he's aging rapidly since he had twins. You can say that again, Mark! And they aren't even dating yet (that I know of!) :)
I think Andrew (edensharvest) is younger than me by a longshot, but indeed, at 38, I was the youngest at the party. That's okay, people say I'm an old soul, so I fit right in with you geezers. ;) |
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Location: Upper Left USA | I have issues older than you...
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | DVD, one of my kids is your age. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I didn't have kids till I was thirty and I thought that was barely on the edge of having enough energy. If it doesn't wear you down, it will keep you young. My brother in Portland had twins when he was 45 and his wife was just a bit younger. It's tough crawling around on bad knees and giving piggy back rides with a bad back. |
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