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Spring Fling 2023 South of the Mason Dixon Line - May 18-21
- Thread starter gsjay
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No lodging. Too expensive!
Winner, Winner, Chicken Dinner!
Who is the REAL winner here?
Crabby Pig | Good Seafood
www.crabbypig.com
jason
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Oscar's Restaurant in Cumberland, Maryland
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this is a must try too!
jason
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At Sand Springs Saloon & Steakhouse, we are dedicated to providing the great food, friendly service and cowboy-inspired atmosphere that would make the Old West proud.
www.sandspringssaloon.com
This place is a short ride west of Cumberland. Great food and outside seating.
jason
Steve, I highly recommend a stop in Springs Pa and the Springs Museum and Farmers Market on Saturday morning.
www.springspa.org
jason
Springs Historical Society
The Springs Historical Society of the Casselman Valley is a non-profit organization founded in 1957 which sponsors the Springs Folk Festival, Farmers' Market, Museum, Alta Schrock Nature Trail, Public Programs, and annually publishes the Casselman Chronicle, a historical and genealogical journal.
www.springspa.org
jason
Crabby Pig | Good Seafood
www.crabbypig.com
Websites | v1.21.15 | sand-springs-saloon-steakhouse2
At Sand Springs Saloon & Steakhouse, we are dedicated to providing the great food, friendly service and cowboy-inspired atmosphere that would make the Old West proud.
www.sandspringssaloon.com
Some suggestions for Dinner or lunch.
jason
Does the furthest run south into West Virginia go far enough into the deep part of the South? That riding is great. Hope to be there!
how far south do you want to go?
The route above goes to Seneca Rocks. You could keep going south............comes down to how many hours do you want to be on the road?
jason
True on how many hours you need to be on the bike. I was thinking the Hawks nest or the gauley bridge area. But it is a long haul like you say.
Please withdraw my registration name as something else more important has come up on that date for me. Sorry I couldn't catch up with you fellow riders I will try again someday.
@Devil Dog - Sorry you can't make it Rick.
You can cancel the registration yourself.
Click on this link: concours.org/event-5065658
Click on "Already Registered" and then choose "Cancel Registration"
Thanks Steve, unregistered officially.
Registered.
Going to use this as a jumping off point to ride the PA BDR-X (https://ridebdr.com/pawilds/), basically a 500 mile loop on forrest service roads.
Going to use this as a jumping off point to ride the PA BDR-X (https://ridebdr.com/pawilds/), basically a 500 mile loop on forrest service roads.
I was looking at an event in the PAwilds the same weekend as well. Might be a reason to trailer and bring the dual sport too. I always thought adventure bikes had too many compromises but they are definitely more convenient for doing multiple terrains on one trip.
or use the online link on the event page..............
j
I had no troubles using the provided link to make online reservation
Folks for anyone looking for less expensive accommodation.........
There is a Ramada within walking distance Rally Central.
After reading the reviews I would stay there myself, but didn't feel comfortable booking it for the whole group.
You decide for yourself.
BOOK THOSE ROOMS!
Jason
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There is a Ramada within walking distance Rally Central.
After reading the reviews I would stay there myself, but didn't feel comfortable booking it for the whole group.
You decide for yourself.
BOOK THOSE ROOMS!
Jason
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Rodger this looks like a great loop!
I believe the Shepards Farm is out of business.........
jason
LOL, story of a route planners life!!
this is a must do while in Cumberland.
jason
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We went across that a few years ago when we did the Mid-Atlantic Backcountry Discovery Route, pretty neat.
We ate at the School House Kitchen for breakfast. Yes, it's an actual school cafeteria, not sure I could actually recommend it in good conscience but it was kinda a hoot to eat there and was super cheap.
Hostess, chef, dishwasher, waitress, and cashier looked like my actual 1st grade teacher from 1974, and she was deaf as a POST and SUPER NICE.
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Hotel booked and registration made.
1. The online link didn't work. It said "We’re temporarily unable to display the information you requested.Please try again later." under a map of the location. I called the number, used Steve Rutter's suggestion of hitting "0" and spoke with JC (yep!) to get my room squared away.
2. I wasn't able to register Maryann at the same time (not sure if this is a bug or a feature). I made her do her own!
1. The online link didn't work. It said "We’re temporarily unable to display the information you requested.Please try again later." under a map of the location. I called the number, used Steve Rutter's suggestion of hitting "0" and spoke with JC (yep!) to get my room squared away.
2. I wasn't able to register Maryann at the same time (not sure if this is a bug or a feature). I made her do her own!
Bill's is a neat place! Lots of STUFF........allow at least an hour if not more as there is a lot to look at.
jason
another good stop is the RT28 Bar & Grill. South of Cumberland but North of Ft. Ashby if I remember correctly.
jason
So I found out.
After hesitating about seriously considering attending the Spring Fling in Cumberland, MD, I asked my wife about my trying to attend earlier today….. citing my concerns regarding her medical issues. Even tho' she's made some remarkable improvement; I was still concerned. Without hesitation, she told me to go since she feels she has her bases covered. I wasn’t about to argue. After 40+ years in this relationship, it'd be a losing battle.
Called the rally central motel (Fairfield) to see about reservations. After eventually deciphering what the obvious foreigner was trying to tell me, turns out that the COG block of rooms was already booked. Normal room (which were still available) for 3 days would put the total well over over $700. Since he wouldn’t extend that COG block to regular rooms, I went ahead and booked a room with full intentions of cancelling once I made other arrangements.
I looked around and found rooms at the suggested Ramada several blocks away for about ½ the price of the Fairfield. First time I’ve ever had to go to an alternate, but it is what it is – however – the COG site only shows 34 people are registered for the rally as of 6:15 this evening. Which has me asking: How many rooms were originally blocked at the Fairfield for the rally? I’m getting the impression that the number was woefully underestimated, or rooms were simply not available at the time the block reservation was made.
I'll leave it at that...............
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Regarding the above..... it's obvious that missed Jason's earlier post about all the blocked rooms being booked at the Fairfield. Guess I should have asked my wife a little earlier. Regardless, I did cancel my 3-day, $700+ reservation earlier today. The Indian-speaking fella that took my reservation yesterday screwed up my name, and my email address, so they had trouble finding that reservation today. Fortunately, he did give me the correct confirmation number and that's how they eventually found it.
So, we're good and looking forward to attending. This will be my first multi-day outing for anything in a very long time.
So, we're good and looking forward to attending. This will be my first multi-day outing for anything in a very long time.
we got 4 decent feed places in Fort Ashby proper now- Wilmas,, That Place, The Corner Bistro and Evans Dairy Dip which just re-opened for the season. Hummingbird Cafe is across from the fire hall and has good breakfasts and baked goods but weird operating hours. 28 B&G is towards the bottom of the group
Old Town toll bridge across the Potomac. Surprised that thing is still hanging on.We went across that a few years ago when we did the Mid-Atlantic Backcountry Discovery Route, pretty neat.
We ate at the School House Kitchen for breakfast. Yes, it's an actual school cafeteria, not sure I could actually recommend it in good conscience but it was kinda a hoot to eat there and was super cheap.
Hostess, chef, dishwasher, waitress, and cashier looked like my actual 1st grade teacher from 1974, and she was deaf as a POST and SUPER NICE.
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I'm thinking these will be my dinner spots .
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Oscar's Restaurant in Cumberland, Maryland
Welcome to Oscar’s Restaurant, one of the best family-friendly Italian-American restaurants. Located in the heart of Cumberland, Maryland, only two miles from downtown, Join Us for Quality Dining at a Reasonable Price ONE OF THE BEST FAMILY-FRIENDLY ITALIAN, STEAK, & SEAFOOD RESTAURANTS.oscarsrestaurantmd.net
I'm thinking these will be my dinner spots .
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Looks like there's several interesting eateries in that general Historic area. I don't think we'll starve while we're there.
I shared one with Steve. It is posted with a link to others on the calendar event page.
127 runs from Rte. 522 (about 16 miles north of Winchester), west to Bloomery Bridge where you can pick up Rte. 29 to head up towards Paw Paw. It's the route I usually take (when on a bike) when heading up to Cumberland to hit I-68. The routes that way were too "adventurous" for my wife.
FWIW- It's the route I'll be taking when headed up that way with Clyde.
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i sent you an email about doing a few "local route" rides but never heard back.
as Guy said, 127 connects 29 to 522 but more importantly, it's the eastward trek once you leave the Springfield Turnpike which runs from Springfield to Slanesville along two rivers and over a couple of mountains. the road is a hoot and a half even in my truck.
you two will be going right by the house if you want to swing by. we're just off 28 in Fort Ashby
Tentatively I am planning on taking a Ride south to Seneca Rocks Wv. on Friday and north to Hesston Pa. for BBQ
www.backwoodssmokeshack.com
on Saturday.
I'll take 3 or 4 bikes with me.
jason
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Backwoods Smoke Shack, LLC | Country Restaurant | Hesston, PA
Rubbed, smoked, and handcrafted. Backwoods Smoke Shack, LLC is located in Hesston, PA. We have so many options to choose from! Check out our extensive selection of meats and see what else we have to offer you.
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I'll take 3 or 4 bikes with me.
jason
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Appreciate the invite. All going to depend on the timing, and the weather.
good Q place in Romney- Lost Mtn Smokers, next to the Subway on 50Tentatively I am planning on taking a Ride south to Seneca Rocks Wv. on Friday and north to Hesston Pa. for BBQ
on Saturday.Backwoods Smoke Shack, LLC | Country Restaurant | Hesston, PA
Rubbed, smoked, and handcrafted. Backwoods Smoke Shack, LLC is located in Hesston, PA. We have so many options to choose from! Check out our extensive selection of meats and see what else we have to offer you.
I'll take 3 or 4 bikes with me.
jason
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Hesston via Route 26 is a fantastic ride. Route 26 is Greg Puterbaugh's favorite road, and that guys knows roads...Tentatively I am planning on taking a Ride south to Seneca Rocks Wv. on Friday and north to Hesston Pa. for BBQ
on Saturday.Backwoods Smoke Shack, LLC | Country Restaurant | Hesston, PA
Rubbed, smoked, and handcrafted. Backwoods Smoke Shack, LLC is located in Hesston, PA. We have so many options to choose from! Check out our extensive selection of meats and see what else we have to offer you.
I'll take 3 or 4 bikes with me.
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Steve, have you posted this on the facebook page?
You know about the Ramada?
jason
it didnt snow here at all. a few miles southwest of Keyser they got a couple of inches. just dont be surprised if we see snow in the shadows and drainage ditches when we're out and about.
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Seneca Rocks beautiful, especially early year with blooms.
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You guys know where the Mason Dixon line is right? MD is way north of the Mason Dixon. By about 800miles
Huh I swore the m\d went across the top of Tennessee and nc. I guess it's been too long since I was in school. Sorry
Lol I'll take it. Learned a lot about shine in north Carolina when I was stationed there when I was a Marine.
Wish I could attend this, really close to home. Have fun!!
Check-in times is up in the air until the hosts arrive, settle in, and see where the hotel lets us set up.
The hope is to be available THU late afternoon and evening and while we are hangsing around at night. Maybe FRI morning too... or whenever you can catch me to sign-in. Expect it to be loosey-goosey.
Rumor is that you will be available to do stand-up at Spring Fling
I think I have a challenge coin you gave me awhile back and told me "if I present it, beers are on you" !Well, my reputation lately seems to precede me, my shining countenance will be at Cumberland for all to enjoy, endure and comment on as I just found out I can make it this weekend, I'm arriving Wednesday to have an extra day to ride.
Please bring lots of cash or a suitable credit card!
Jason
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how does it work if you both can display the challenge coin?
See you all tomorrow.
Ride safe!
Clyde and I will be arriving sometime mid-afternoon. Since we're at the Ramada, we'll have to trek over to the Fairfield once we get in and settled. I'll drop you, and or, Jason a text to see if sign-in activity is up and running.
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You too sir! See ya tomorrow...
Most people arrived Thursday. Over 40 checked in. Friday was a perfect riding day with folks heading out in different directions. let’s see what today brings. There is rain in the forecast. Maybe it will hold off and those who planned to ride will be able to.