S U R P R I S E S ...
I GOT ONE THIS MORNING!
When I opened our site here at the THUMPERGARAGE this morning at 4AM, (05-28-20) ... boooom! ... there it was -
"AVAILABLE MATURE SINGLES"
How cool is that! Maybe a couple of BSA Gold Stars? An old Honda XL350? Perhaps a bevy of mint Yamaha SR500s? Could there be a GB500 Honda for less that $10,000.00? What are the odds of seeing a really clean Suzuki SP370? A Honda S90 would take me down memory lane! What about a Ducati 350, a Harley Davidson 250 Sprint, a BMW R26, a Vincent Comet 500, a ready-to-ride Triumph Cub? ... my mind raced!
OOPS! ... turned out to be an online dating site for Senior folks ... shucks! Bet they honed in on the word "Singles" on our site, as in FOUR-STROKE SINGLES NATIONAL OWNERS CLUB!
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"CROOKED ROADS" ... was our "Item of the Week" for today for PANDEMIC PURSUITS. I thought I'd see some spectacular roads, maybe from Europe, maybe a dirt trail down a Colorado mountain, maybe a colorful shot in Autumn along the shoreline of Maine, the Ozarks? ... #000
"Crooked road in Kansas-see the jog in the road! That's about as good it gets in Kansas!!" ... Stan Goertzen #4856 - KANSAS (photo above)
"I went looking for a crooked road but all I could find were straight, hilly, curving or winding ones. I submit a picture of one of those in hopes it comes close to qualifying. Notice, it does show off the Club's logo. Also, I consulted with comrade Vlad who assures me (and has photographic evidence) that the really crooked roads are hidden in Europe, but with this virus thing curtailing extended travel, I decided not to go to find them. Call me a lightweight." ...Steve Oakman #5266 - NEBRASKA
"KANSAS has a few crooked roads! They are short in distance but always fun to ride on our Kawasaki Z125s!" ... Hieb, #5174 and Ro, #5375 - KANSAS
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Yo Kemosabe, (below: Ken in black, #000 in red)
Included FSSNOC in an email to a bunch of friends earlier today about the JANUS MOTORCYCLE virtual tour video.
Thank you, Sir! - #000
Thought I'd resend it, might be of interest to those attending the THUMPERCAFE in Goshen, IN. I won't know if I have a class to teach the previous weekend until probably the eleventh hour, I am scheduled for a class the 22nd/23rd. It's 1600+miles to Goshen, be pretty tough for me to get there by the August 26th date. So...we'll see.
Hope you can make it ... you might get "Lone Distance" laurels! - #000
Anyway for those planning on going to the ThumperCafe, this video of the Virtual Tour they did earlier this week would be a good appetizer for their event following the ThumperCafe.
The invitation as included with Issue #139 of Thumper News:
YOU'RE INVITED! join us immediately following the August 26th THUMPERCAFE in Goshen, Indiana for a tour of the JANUS production shop, Q&A, test rides, and light refreshments. JANUS MOTORCYCLES
I've not yet met these guys, but have talked numerous times on the phone with many of them when I ordered my JANUS Gryffin. Real and genuinely nice folks. Was a pleasure working with them.
A few years back at a previous THUMPERCAFE in Indiana, the good folks from JANUS were our guest speakers. Their growth story is impressive and very interesting as is their finished product. At various times throughout the year, they schedule "Discovery Day" events to showcase their product to the public and have scheduled such an event closely following our THUMPERCAFE for our convenience. As THUMPERCAFE #51 is indeed centered around a breakfast meal, this should work very well. As I understand it, they plan to begin the tour shortly after the noon hour. I, for one, can't wait to check out their factory and, of course, to take my first ride on a JANUS THUMPER! - #000
My JANUS Gryffin (#26) is a gem. Watch the video, it's apparent they are serious about quality and attention to detail. And it definitely shows in the finished product ... I can just sit and stare at my Gryffin for hours. Great workmanship.
Hi Ho, Silver. Away! KEN, #4800 - MONTANA
REF: Very interesting video about Janus Motorcycles.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ocq8DXvd3Q
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As always, don't miss the "rest of the story" on the other pages on this site! More, more, more>>>
Posts below are from a previous update:
GOOOOOOOD MORNING - USA!
It's a RAINY day here in ThumperVille ... hope you are well and happy and getting to ride your Thumper! Thanks to all who sent in comments and photos for today's update ... much appreciated! And, for all who are viewing this internet edition, thanks for motoring by the THUMPER GARAGE. We hope you'll return next week as well. Pass the word to your motorcycling friends, invite them to stop by "Just for grins " ... no password needed.
OKAY ... ON WITH THE SHOW:
PANDEMIC PURSUITS PROGRAM PHOTO ... (above)
"Hey, Jack! This is our Thumper/Airplane find! We found this awesome example out in the countryside. It has a tail, an engine, and a propeller. Not sure how far it would fly, but the propeller is going day and night!
HIEB, #5174 and RO, #5375 - KANSAS, USA.
Thanks, you two! Great shot of the Z125s as well ... maybe you'll do a review of those for us for Thumper News? Keep Thumpin'!! - #000
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Hi Jack and FSSNOC club members,
Got the "Pandemic Issue" of the Thumper News last week, and before too much time goes by, I need to let you know that I will almost certainly be in Goshen, IN on Aug 26th. I will be in the area as my mother is now in a nursing home in LaPorte, IN, about 42 miles due west of Goshen. She previously was in Milford, OH, but my brother has moved her to a home closer to Chicago. I have not visited her in her new location, and of course, now it's on lockdown. Unless things get worse and the lockdown continues, I plan to be in the area to visit her the last part of August. If there's a FSSNOC ThumperCafe going on, I will be there.
On another note, the JANUS bike is another big draw. It looks perfect, and although it doesn't appear there will be one in my garage anytime soon, I owe it to myself to take a test ride. If I were to get an off-road Thumper, that would be it. Maybe I'll make a deal with the JANUS folks. A dollar down, a dollar a week.
I'm including a photo of the stern of my trusty SR500 just for GP. I love that bike. Hope you and Carrie are staying well and healthy. Ciao! -Moon, FSSNOC #3792 - COLORADO
HEY, BRIAN MOON ... Thanks, LOVED that photo but didn't have room for it, so sorry! Of note, by the way, JANUS has other models as well. I agree, I hope things go well and that we'll get to gather in Indiana in August as currently planned. It would be great to see everyone and, of course, with all our members getting that personal invitation from JANUS to stop by for a test-ride and a factory tour, that gives us all TWO reasons to be in Indiana on Wednesday, August 26th!, our #51st THUMPERCAFE ... and ... then an opportunity to partake of a personal guided tour of their JANUS factory, and there was a mention of f-o-o-d as well! (grin). WWW.JANUSMOTORCYCLES.COM or 574-538-1350 Don't hesitate to contact the folks at JANUS, they'd love to hear from you... - #000
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THIS UPDATE COMES TO US TODAY FROM OUR FRIENDS AT THE NATIONAL MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM ... located in Anamosa, Iowa.
Governor Reynolds announced today that we can REOPEN!
The National Motorcycle Museum will Reopen Friday, May 22
BEFORE you visit us,
please closely read the following safety procedures
that will be in place at the Museum.
Following CDC standards:
Staff will be wearing face masks
and it is suggested that all visitors do as well.
Bring your own or you may purchase one from us at the door
for a $1.00 donation to the Museum.
Temperatures of staff will be taken
at the beginning of each shift.
Hand sanitizer will be available for use.
Only half capacity will be allowed inside the Museum. (Including staff!)
ONLY Credit or Debit Cards will be accepted, NO CASH.
ONLY visitors 16 years of age and older will be admitted.
We will be reminding customers to maintain
a safe distance of 6 feet apart.
High traffic areas in Museum including counter surfaces,
door handles, and credit card machines will be cleaned
and sanitized for your safety.
Normal hours will resume.
9am - 5pm - 7days a week
Plan a Visit
museum@nationalmcmuseum.org
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https://denver.craigslist.org/mcy/d/littleton-1990-honda-gb-cc-tourist/7124756228.html
This is the highest price at which I've ever seen a GB500 offered for sale...
Maynard, FSSNOC #1196 - COLORADO
Greetings, Maynard ... I've seen a couple that were bone-stockers with low, low miles that were priced at more than $10,000.00 each ! No idea if they sold for that but the Honda GB500 is a popular acquisition, for sure! This one has some pretty cool modifications, too ... 600cc! - #000.
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I’ve been out of your club for quite a few years.
Medical problems have caused a 7 - year absence from riding my ole KLR 650. I’m hoping to get out on it this year. I used to be a long time subscriber/member of FSSNOC, number 2105, and I want to catch up. Is the number still available? Brian
Hey, SO great to get this, Brian!! Yes, you may re-activate your original membership ... or you may choose to start anew with a fresh membership. The difference is $$$ (grin) but I so understand your desire to stay with your historic membership number!
To re-activate, you would need to pay back to your leave date, so if it is indeed seven years, that'd be $40 x 7 = $280.00. Upon you doing that, you would be re-instated as FSSNOC #2105 and we would provide the back issues of Thumper News as availability allowed, so you'd have lots of reading material, for sure!
If you start with a new membership number, it'd be $40.00. Note that the FREE t-shirt is free only on initial membership so no freebie shirt this time around.
Whichever way you go, we'd be honored to welcome you back onboard, Brian! - #000.
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Curley-san, aka #000...
OK, in keeping with Boris' (Steve Oakman - #5266 - NE.) curmudgeonly comments in last weeks, 5/14/20, ThumperGarage, I just gotta come to his rescue on this one.
In responding to his comments reference the Pandemic Pursuits Photo Program (see original texts below), not only did you suggest he may not actually get up at 4:00 AM, but you then alluded that the get together in Greybull, Montana (?), was his birthday party. Which it was, but.....read on. And, I can personally attest to receiving early morning emails from him, for example a recent one time-dated 4:55 AM.
Those in attendance, all four of us, rode all the way to Greybull to attend what was billed as "The First Annual FSSNOC World Birthday Bash". And a memorable event it was. I still have my birthday gift; an old rusty dual valve spring and spring collar/retainer, all artfully tied together with a nicely done length of baling wire. Thanks again, Joel. Well worth the trip. A keepsake. Almost.
Anyone having a birthday during the year of "The First Annual FSSNOC World Birthday Bash" was invited to be there in Greybull to celebrate their birthday, including Steve, er, Boris. Strange that only four of us had a birthday that year...
Oh, yeah, and I'm pretty sure that possibly, somewhere in Montana, there may be a grey bull.
But nowhere in Montana is Greybull. Ya need to check with Wyoming to find that one.
Speaking of grey bulls, I'll bet Phil Haglund, aka Re-Phil, could lend some interesting insight into grey bulls. Phil raised bulls in eastern Montana for many years, and is quite well known as an expert on bulls...
I've advised The Vlad (yup, that Vlad) that your oversight was unintentional, but if the doorbell rings around 3:00 in the morning, and there are a couple guys at the door wearing dark suits, sunglasses, and carrying violin cases, don't answer the door.
Vlad, er, Ken
#4800
Helena (East), Montana
ERRRRRR, yes, VLAD ... Perhaps I "miss-spoke". I know where Montana is, and around Greybull it is not, I grant you that ... somehow, I must have typed "MONTANA" instead of "WYOMING" ... it has to do with my massive work-load here at the THUMPER GARAGE. Maybe the Pandemic is wearing me down or using me up or putting me out. However, I do find it refreshingly surprising that you take time from your sheep herding duties to read this weekly missive closely enough to spot such a minor misappropriation of letters ... youse not a bad lad, Vlad! - #000
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I was a member back in 1990 or so... any idea what my membership # was? Kevin VanArsdale 1989 NX650. Believe you put a letter of mine in the newsletter. Riding a 2007 XR650L these days. Might be heading out west to see some national parks if all goes well, could mebbe use some support, places to visit. Would like to use my original membership # when I resubscribe, but not necessary. -Kevin VanArsdale
Hi Kevin ... Great to hear from you! Check out the above letter and my response to the club process of re-activating an earlier membership. For the life of me, I can't recall what state you were living in at that time, if you could provide that info, I'd be happy to do some more looking to retrieve your old number and how many years you'd need to pay back to activate it but if it was 1990, that'd be $40 x 30 years = $1200.00.
You may, of course, wish to start afresh with a new membership number. As I noted above, no FREE t-shirt except on the initial membership.
I like your choice of current Thumper, by the way, excellent! ... #000
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Hello JR,
Here's an entry for the latest Thumper Tag game. Not just one be two airplanes but only one Thumper. And yes, that black object in the picture is a Four Stroke Single, 300cc's worth. Hope this makes it into at least the honorable mention list. This was not from my tons of computer files but taken this past Saturday just for the Thumper Garage.
Ride safe and stay healthy. Vic Force, FSSNOC #3701 - North Carolina
Thanks much, Vic ... and for what it is worth, at a stop light, NEVER mess with someone riding a 300cc Four-Stroke Single-powered scooter! Those things do launch ... they are amazing performers, right, Vic? And, as you noted, your pic did indeed make the Honorable Mention list, but it wasn't alone by a long shot. Hope you'll continue to play PANDEMIC PURSUITS here at the THUMPER GARAGE... - #000
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Hello Thumper Enthusiasts...
I'm Jack Robinson (FSSNOC #000), your club Director. It is an honor to introduce you to THE THUMPER GARAGE. This mini-venue is in addition to our legendary hard copy THUMPER NEWS quarterly magazine. After enjoying this page, please visit our other pages on this site. Go to the masthead above to make it happen...
You are encouraged to thump by the THUMPER GARAGE weekly. This is a FREE site for you and your friends.
Members may contact us anytime 24/7 with comments, conversation, stories, or questions via a mailed letter, a phone call or an e-mail. When you E-mail, please give us your first name, your FSSNOC member number, and your state. You'll receive a courtesy confirmation E-mail back. Our actual response to your E-mail will generally be posted on the following Thursday's THUMPER GARAGE posting so be sure to tune back in then... (Address-phone number-email address is below... **)
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The Autumn season means awesome riding for many areas ... time to get some new club gear, eh? Order yourself a bright new yellow and black club cap, a couple cotton t-shirts, and at least one sweatshirt to wear under your riding gear. Remember, every day is FSSNOC gear day. Tell the world about our club ... Thanks!
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I GOT ONE THIS MORNING!
When I opened our site here at the THUMPERGARAGE this morning at 4AM, (05-28-20) ... boooom! ... there it was -
"AVAILABLE MATURE SINGLES"
How cool is that! Maybe a couple of BSA Gold Stars? An old Honda XL350? Perhaps a bevy of mint Yamaha SR500s? Could there be a GB500 Honda for less that $10,000.00? What are the odds of seeing a really clean Suzuki SP370? A Honda S90 would take me down memory lane! What about a Ducati 350, a Harley Davidson 250 Sprint, a BMW R26, a Vincent Comet 500, a ready-to-ride Triumph Cub? ... my mind raced!
OOPS! ... turned out to be an online dating site for Senior folks ... shucks! Bet they honed in on the word "Singles" on our site, as in FOUR-STROKE SINGLES NATIONAL OWNERS CLUB!
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"CROOKED ROADS" ... was our "Item of the Week" for today for PANDEMIC PURSUITS. I thought I'd see some spectacular roads, maybe from Europe, maybe a dirt trail down a Colorado mountain, maybe a colorful shot in Autumn along the shoreline of Maine, the Ozarks? ... #000
"Crooked road in Kansas-see the jog in the road! That's about as good it gets in Kansas!!" ... Stan Goertzen #4856 - KANSAS (photo above)
"I went looking for a crooked road but all I could find were straight, hilly, curving or winding ones. I submit a picture of one of those in hopes it comes close to qualifying. Notice, it does show off the Club's logo. Also, I consulted with comrade Vlad who assures me (and has photographic evidence) that the really crooked roads are hidden in Europe, but with this virus thing curtailing extended travel, I decided not to go to find them. Call me a lightweight." ...Steve Oakman #5266 - NEBRASKA
"KANSAS has a few crooked roads! They are short in distance but always fun to ride on our Kawasaki Z125s!" ... Hieb, #5174 and Ro, #5375 - KANSAS
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Yo Kemosabe, (below: Ken in black, #000 in red)
Included FSSNOC in an email to a bunch of friends earlier today about the JANUS MOTORCYCLE virtual tour video.
Thank you, Sir! - #000
Thought I'd resend it, might be of interest to those attending the THUMPERCAFE in Goshen, IN. I won't know if I have a class to teach the previous weekend until probably the eleventh hour, I am scheduled for a class the 22nd/23rd. It's 1600+miles to Goshen, be pretty tough for me to get there by the August 26th date. So...we'll see.
Hope you can make it ... you might get "Lone Distance" laurels! - #000
Anyway for those planning on going to the ThumperCafe, this video of the Virtual Tour they did earlier this week would be a good appetizer for their event following the ThumperCafe.
The invitation as included with Issue #139 of Thumper News:
YOU'RE INVITED! join us immediately following the August 26th THUMPERCAFE in Goshen, Indiana for a tour of the JANUS production shop, Q&A, test rides, and light refreshments. JANUS MOTORCYCLES
I've not yet met these guys, but have talked numerous times on the phone with many of them when I ordered my JANUS Gryffin. Real and genuinely nice folks. Was a pleasure working with them.
A few years back at a previous THUMPERCAFE in Indiana, the good folks from JANUS were our guest speakers. Their growth story is impressive and very interesting as is their finished product. At various times throughout the year, they schedule "Discovery Day" events to showcase their product to the public and have scheduled such an event closely following our THUMPERCAFE for our convenience. As THUMPERCAFE #51 is indeed centered around a breakfast meal, this should work very well. As I understand it, they plan to begin the tour shortly after the noon hour. I, for one, can't wait to check out their factory and, of course, to take my first ride on a JANUS THUMPER! - #000
My JANUS Gryffin (#26) is a gem. Watch the video, it's apparent they are serious about quality and attention to detail. And it definitely shows in the finished product ... I can just sit and stare at my Gryffin for hours. Great workmanship.
Hi Ho, Silver. Away! KEN, #4800 - MONTANA
REF: Very interesting video about Janus Motorcycles.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ocq8DXvd3Q
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As always, don't miss the "rest of the story" on the other pages on this site! More, more, more>>>
Posts below are from a previous update:
GOOOOOOOD MORNING - USA!
It's a RAINY day here in ThumperVille ... hope you are well and happy and getting to ride your Thumper! Thanks to all who sent in comments and photos for today's update ... much appreciated! And, for all who are viewing this internet edition, thanks for motoring by the THUMPER GARAGE. We hope you'll return next week as well. Pass the word to your motorcycling friends, invite them to stop by "Just for grins " ... no password needed.
OKAY ... ON WITH THE SHOW:
PANDEMIC PURSUITS PROGRAM PHOTO ... (above)
"Hey, Jack! This is our Thumper/Airplane find! We found this awesome example out in the countryside. It has a tail, an engine, and a propeller. Not sure how far it would fly, but the propeller is going day and night!
HIEB, #5174 and RO, #5375 - KANSAS, USA.
Thanks, you two! Great shot of the Z125s as well ... maybe you'll do a review of those for us for Thumper News? Keep Thumpin'!! - #000
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Hi Jack and FSSNOC club members,
Got the "Pandemic Issue" of the Thumper News last week, and before too much time goes by, I need to let you know that I will almost certainly be in Goshen, IN on Aug 26th. I will be in the area as my mother is now in a nursing home in LaPorte, IN, about 42 miles due west of Goshen. She previously was in Milford, OH, but my brother has moved her to a home closer to Chicago. I have not visited her in her new location, and of course, now it's on lockdown. Unless things get worse and the lockdown continues, I plan to be in the area to visit her the last part of August. If there's a FSSNOC ThumperCafe going on, I will be there.
On another note, the JANUS bike is another big draw. It looks perfect, and although it doesn't appear there will be one in my garage anytime soon, I owe it to myself to take a test ride. If I were to get an off-road Thumper, that would be it. Maybe I'll make a deal with the JANUS folks. A dollar down, a dollar a week.
I'm including a photo of the stern of my trusty SR500 just for GP. I love that bike. Hope you and Carrie are staying well and healthy. Ciao! -Moon, FSSNOC #3792 - COLORADO
HEY, BRIAN MOON ... Thanks, LOVED that photo but didn't have room for it, so sorry! Of note, by the way, JANUS has other models as well. I agree, I hope things go well and that we'll get to gather in Indiana in August as currently planned. It would be great to see everyone and, of course, with all our members getting that personal invitation from JANUS to stop by for a test-ride and a factory tour, that gives us all TWO reasons to be in Indiana on Wednesday, August 26th!, our #51st THUMPERCAFE ... and ... then an opportunity to partake of a personal guided tour of their JANUS factory, and there was a mention of f-o-o-d as well! (grin). WWW.JANUSMOTORCYCLES.COM or 574-538-1350 Don't hesitate to contact the folks at JANUS, they'd love to hear from you... - #000
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THIS UPDATE COMES TO US TODAY FROM OUR FRIENDS AT THE NATIONAL MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM ... located in Anamosa, Iowa.
Governor Reynolds announced today that we can REOPEN!
The National Motorcycle Museum will Reopen Friday, May 22
BEFORE you visit us,
please closely read the following safety procedures
that will be in place at the Museum.
Following CDC standards:
Staff will be wearing face masks
and it is suggested that all visitors do as well.
Bring your own or you may purchase one from us at the door
for a $1.00 donation to the Museum.
Temperatures of staff will be taken
at the beginning of each shift.
Hand sanitizer will be available for use.
Only half capacity will be allowed inside the Museum. (Including staff!)
ONLY Credit or Debit Cards will be accepted, NO CASH.
ONLY visitors 16 years of age and older will be admitted.
We will be reminding customers to maintain
a safe distance of 6 feet apart.
High traffic areas in Museum including counter surfaces,
door handles, and credit card machines will be cleaned
and sanitized for your safety.
Normal hours will resume.
9am - 5pm - 7days a week
Plan a Visit
museum@nationalmcmuseum.org
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https://denver.craigslist.org/mcy/d/littleton-1990-honda-gb-cc-tourist/7124756228.html
This is the highest price at which I've ever seen a GB500 offered for sale...
Maynard, FSSNOC #1196 - COLORADO
Greetings, Maynard ... I've seen a couple that were bone-stockers with low, low miles that were priced at more than $10,000.00 each ! No idea if they sold for that but the Honda GB500 is a popular acquisition, for sure! This one has some pretty cool modifications, too ... 600cc! - #000.
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I’ve been out of your club for quite a few years.
Medical problems have caused a 7 - year absence from riding my ole KLR 650. I’m hoping to get out on it this year. I used to be a long time subscriber/member of FSSNOC, number 2105, and I want to catch up. Is the number still available? Brian
Hey, SO great to get this, Brian!! Yes, you may re-activate your original membership ... or you may choose to start anew with a fresh membership. The difference is $$$ (grin) but I so understand your desire to stay with your historic membership number!
To re-activate, you would need to pay back to your leave date, so if it is indeed seven years, that'd be $40 x 7 = $280.00. Upon you doing that, you would be re-instated as FSSNOC #2105 and we would provide the back issues of Thumper News as availability allowed, so you'd have lots of reading material, for sure!
If you start with a new membership number, it'd be $40.00. Note that the FREE t-shirt is free only on initial membership so no freebie shirt this time around.
Whichever way you go, we'd be honored to welcome you back onboard, Brian! - #000.
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Curley-san, aka #000...
OK, in keeping with Boris' (Steve Oakman - #5266 - NE.) curmudgeonly comments in last weeks, 5/14/20, ThumperGarage, I just gotta come to his rescue on this one.
In responding to his comments reference the Pandemic Pursuits Photo Program (see original texts below), not only did you suggest he may not actually get up at 4:00 AM, but you then alluded that the get together in Greybull, Montana (?), was his birthday party. Which it was, but.....read on. And, I can personally attest to receiving early morning emails from him, for example a recent one time-dated 4:55 AM.
Those in attendance, all four of us, rode all the way to Greybull to attend what was billed as "The First Annual FSSNOC World Birthday Bash". And a memorable event it was. I still have my birthday gift; an old rusty dual valve spring and spring collar/retainer, all artfully tied together with a nicely done length of baling wire. Thanks again, Joel. Well worth the trip. A keepsake. Almost.
Anyone having a birthday during the year of "The First Annual FSSNOC World Birthday Bash" was invited to be there in Greybull to celebrate their birthday, including Steve, er, Boris. Strange that only four of us had a birthday that year...
Oh, yeah, and I'm pretty sure that possibly, somewhere in Montana, there may be a grey bull.
But nowhere in Montana is Greybull. Ya need to check with Wyoming to find that one.
Speaking of grey bulls, I'll bet Phil Haglund, aka Re-Phil, could lend some interesting insight into grey bulls. Phil raised bulls in eastern Montana for many years, and is quite well known as an expert on bulls...
I've advised The Vlad (yup, that Vlad) that your oversight was unintentional, but if the doorbell rings around 3:00 in the morning, and there are a couple guys at the door wearing dark suits, sunglasses, and carrying violin cases, don't answer the door.
Vlad, er, Ken
#4800
Helena (East), Montana
ERRRRRR, yes, VLAD ... Perhaps I "miss-spoke". I know where Montana is, and around Greybull it is not, I grant you that ... somehow, I must have typed "MONTANA" instead of "WYOMING" ... it has to do with my massive work-load here at the THUMPER GARAGE. Maybe the Pandemic is wearing me down or using me up or putting me out. However, I do find it refreshingly surprising that you take time from your sheep herding duties to read this weekly missive closely enough to spot such a minor misappropriation of letters ... youse not a bad lad, Vlad! - #000
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I was a member back in 1990 or so... any idea what my membership # was? Kevin VanArsdale 1989 NX650. Believe you put a letter of mine in the newsletter. Riding a 2007 XR650L these days. Might be heading out west to see some national parks if all goes well, could mebbe use some support, places to visit. Would like to use my original membership # when I resubscribe, but not necessary. -Kevin VanArsdale
Hi Kevin ... Great to hear from you! Check out the above letter and my response to the club process of re-activating an earlier membership. For the life of me, I can't recall what state you were living in at that time, if you could provide that info, I'd be happy to do some more looking to retrieve your old number and how many years you'd need to pay back to activate it but if it was 1990, that'd be $40 x 30 years = $1200.00.
You may, of course, wish to start afresh with a new membership number. As I noted above, no FREE t-shirt except on the initial membership.
I like your choice of current Thumper, by the way, excellent! ... #000
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Hello JR,
Here's an entry for the latest Thumper Tag game. Not just one be two airplanes but only one Thumper. And yes, that black object in the picture is a Four Stroke Single, 300cc's worth. Hope this makes it into at least the honorable mention list. This was not from my tons of computer files but taken this past Saturday just for the Thumper Garage.
Ride safe and stay healthy. Vic Force, FSSNOC #3701 - North Carolina
Thanks much, Vic ... and for what it is worth, at a stop light, NEVER mess with someone riding a 300cc Four-Stroke Single-powered scooter! Those things do launch ... they are amazing performers, right, Vic? And, as you noted, your pic did indeed make the Honorable Mention list, but it wasn't alone by a long shot. Hope you'll continue to play PANDEMIC PURSUITS here at the THUMPER GARAGE... - #000
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