tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post2228643363087280287..comments2023-12-07T03:58:37.749-08:00Comments on Riding the Wet Coast: Valencia & Dom: Uraling in VancouverAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-56139760315472015862013-04-21T21:07:31.470-07:002013-04-21T21:07:31.470-07:00Suzu:
we have some streets with larger trees and ...<b>Suzu:</b><br /><br />we have some streets with larger trees and lots of blossoms. So colourful with all the pinksAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-37573983135892450352013-04-21T07:38:24.544-07:002013-04-21T07:38:24.544-07:00I'm with Karen, I got distracted by the tree b...I'm with Karen, I got distracted by the tree blossoms too, been too long since we've seen that...Suzu Gladiushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12708520028570499319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-61599881001799309472013-04-17T15:31:41.524-07:002013-04-17T15:31:41.524-07:00Kari:
I still remember the good time we had in th...<b>Kari:</b><br /><br />I still remember the good time we had in that little cabin and all I can remember is that both of you were "TRAPPED" in the upstairs bedroom. You know what I mean. If there is another iMBC2014 you have to come along.<br /><br />Too bad you were busy last summer. I was wondering where you were.<br /><br />Hope all is going well with Rachel's treatment and be able to head home soonAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-14538226547885235202013-04-17T15:28:06.574-07:002013-04-17T15:28:06.574-07:00Pat:
I can just imagine Scootard piloting the bik...<b>Pat:</b><br /><br />I can just imagine Scootard piloting the bike, with you fast asleep in the sidecar on your way to Oklahoma, towing the trailer with your scooter behind.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-58286964445800370602013-04-17T15:26:42.973-07:002013-04-17T15:26:42.973-07:00Hi Lori:
I must say that Dom's Ural seems to ...<b>Hi Lori:</b><br /><br />I must say that Dom's Ural seems to be very well made. Not like the earlier versions I have seen. And Orange is definitely a great colourAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-21584103389285738612013-04-17T11:29:51.751-07:002013-04-17T11:29:51.751-07:00So cool seeing Dom cross paths with so many fellow...So cool seeing Dom cross paths with so many fellow bloggers. It was really nice to see him again even if for only a short visit. It looks like the weather was decent enough for you guys to adventure around Vancouver a bit and not get too wet. Bluekathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13485258388887249275noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-38568913832649960812013-04-17T09:26:42.681-07:002013-04-17T09:26:42.681-07:00Very cool sidecar....:-). looks like it works bet...Very cool sidecar....:-). looks like it works better than some trunks I've seen. Good for him!Tripping Sister!https://www.blogger.com/profile/07937753794186927491noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-14162814974653861362013-04-17T01:51:06.610-07:002013-04-17T01:51:06.610-07:00Oranges in BC. Definitely Spring time. :)Oranges in BC. Definitely Spring time. :)BeemerGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15239761274177026636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-75835854934696985362013-04-16T22:31:48.958-07:002013-04-16T22:31:48.958-07:00John:
We were time challenged but we did visit Gr...<b>John:</b><br /><br />We were time challenged but we did visit Granville Island briefly. It's hard to squeeze everything in given only a few hours. I wanted to show him so much. We only touched the surface but at least we managed to chat while in the carAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-46387117275129736242013-04-16T22:29:04.244-07:002013-04-16T22:29:04.244-07:00Steve:
You're right! He rides prepared but h...<b>Steve:</b><br /><br />You're right! He rides prepared but he has extended warranty so he only has to make it to the closest dealer.<br /><br />I'm glad he had a chance to visit us in Vancouver. The last time we met was in Montana where we stayed with his family while on vacation in Glacier NP<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-58733434279141381352013-04-16T18:02:32.117-07:002013-04-16T18:02:32.117-07:00That one pic from False Creek reminds me of an aft...That one pic from False Creek reminds me of an afternoon at the public market on Granville Island. Great views from there, and what a selection of delicacies in the market!John Evanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08734011782793779176noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-32354738356469604592013-04-16T13:10:48.858-07:002013-04-16T13:10:48.858-07:00I just want to know who's running the pool on ...I just want to know who's running the pool on whether Dom's URAL makes it to Alaska in one piece?<br /><br />Knowing him he has every part and tool possible onboard and a new engine and trans on a pallet ready to ship overnight as a moment's notice.<br /><br />Glad you guys got to meet. He was a gracious host when I was in Denver.<br /><br />Steve Williams<br /><a href="http://vespalx150.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Scooter in the Sticks</a>Steve Williamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04540977884513559091noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-77847469615030031792013-04-15T20:44:12.280-07:002013-04-15T20:44:12.280-07:00Karen:
Those are Japanese cherry blossom trees. ...<b>Karen:</b><br /><br />Those are Japanese cherry blossom trees. Vancouver has a sister city in Japan and they gave us a gift of these trees many years ago and since then they line many streets with this type of tree. Our street was done not many years ago.<br /><br />I am positive we will be meeting again . . .Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-86303676532691276532013-04-15T19:21:06.802-07:002013-04-15T19:21:06.802-07:00Richard ... you saw grass, I saw blossoms on the t...Richard ... you saw grass, I saw blossoms on the trees lining the street.<br />Bob glad you had the chance to meet up with Dom again (though, I've no idea why he's after snow.)VStar Ladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13634216576989421497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-46603033044883390972013-04-15T10:40:40.717-07:002013-04-15T10:40:40.717-07:00Richard:
I must say that the newer Urals look and...<b>Richard:</b><br /><br />I must say that the newer Urals look and perform much better than the older models. It was nice to see how the reverse gear worked.<br /><br />We still have to be careful on the grass, it hasn't had enough time to "bond" to the ground yet. There will be snow once he gets near Whistler and there are snow warnings in Dawson Creek and it was snowing in Prince George just a day ago. BUT then again, Dom loves snow . . .Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-41345558678067654492013-04-15T10:37:03.911-07:002013-04-15T10:37:03.911-07:00Erik:
we don't wish to rub it in too much. O...<b>Erik:</b><br /><br />we don't wish to rub it in too much. One day we will be on your receiving line and the tables will turn . . .<br /><br />You should store a bike here and then fly out a few times during the Winter to do some ridingAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-82055298640650551652013-04-15T10:35:52.319-07:002013-04-15T10:35:52.319-07:00Trobairitz:
the weather worked out great. The su...<b>Trobairitz:</b><br /><br />the weather worked out great. The sun came out a bit on Saturday but it was forecast for thunder storms. We had Hail on the North Shore mountains. I was lucky that he managed to hit town on the Weekend so we had lots of time to show him around on his first visit to VancouverAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-22378959158835648152013-04-15T10:33:18.158-07:002013-04-15T10:33:18.158-07:00David:
What else is there in life but to meet peo...<b>David:</b><br /><br />What else is there in life but to meet people, eat and ride. I just wished that we could all live a bit closer.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-64568690275136988152013-04-15T10:31:59.546-07:002013-04-15T10:31:59.546-07:00Dom:
I had the waitress "on my side". ...<b>Dom:</b><br /><br />I had the waitress "on my side". No problem at all, anytime. Was glad to have you stop by. Wished you weren't in such a rush to find snow. Have a good tripAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-9299851102761864102013-04-15T10:30:46.460-07:002013-04-15T10:30:46.460-07:00Andrew:
Actually, if there were one sidecar on ea...<b>Andrew:</b><br /><br />Actually, if there were one sidecar on each side, like pontoons and some paddles on the rear wheels, he could make it over to your side of the world. If there's a way, Dom would figure it outAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-91175981753883955912013-04-15T09:28:52.465-07:002013-04-15T09:28:52.465-07:00Your driveway has grass! (I'm sorry, easily di...Your driveway has grass! (I'm sorry, easily distracted)<br /><br />You look comfortable on the Ural. It sounds like you had a great time. I think that there will still be plenty of snow by the time Dom gets up here. I was looking at the northern BC webcams and they are getting snow as we speak...RichardMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04773834892715980735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-50047069387473554502013-04-15T09:24:40.289-07:002013-04-15T09:24:40.289-07:00No Snow.... sure rub it in! It's nice that h...No Snow.... sure rub it in! It's nice that he could stop by and you guys could visit.<br /><br />Erik Rhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08051303728879129181noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-16810552564570949302013-04-15T06:29:18.379-07:002013-04-15T06:29:18.379-07:00So good that you and Dom could meet and catch up f...So good that you and Dom could meet and catch up for a few days.<br /><br />I am glad the weather cooperated too.Trobairitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03453398807198746434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-82933237180428785362013-04-15T03:54:18.395-07:002013-04-15T03:54:18.395-07:00Bob, the list of bloggers you haven't met is s...Bob, the list of bloggers you haven't met is soon going to be very, very short. The good news for those folks is that they'll soon be shortlisted. Everyone wants to be shortlisted. David Massehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09346419242154545286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-68728722233109765912013-04-15T00:40:55.315-07:002013-04-15T00:40:55.315-07:00I had a great time Bob! You and Yvonne are outsta...I had a great time Bob! You and Yvonne are outstanding hosts! Just remember, your money will be no good in Colorado!redlegsrideshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10927757855921321097noreply@blogger.com