DIM BULB February 2018 Volume 28 Issue 02 The High Beemers M/C of Northern Nevada Chartered Club #337, BMWRA Charter #75 Highlite pic here Annual Dinner Page 2 Dim Bulb Feb 2018 Presidents Column High Beemers M/C Club PO Box 3127 The month of January is coming to a close. The Sparks NV 89432 weather was at times“ iffy” for riding but overall President it was rideable most of the month. Fred Barrie 775.745.1936 The turn out for the monthly breakfast ride was [email protected] exceptional. We had 14 riders and several other Vice President Russ Ristine members showed up to say “hi” and couldn’t ride 775.742.5866 with us. A hearty breakfast was had by all at the [email protected] Red Hut in Carson City. Treasurer Ernie Baragar The month has been busy getting ready for our 775.219.8881 annual Dinner/Meeting on January 28th. The [email protected] officers have had several meetings to prepare for HIghbeemers Website Larie Trippet this meeting. Enclosed find details about the din- 775.690.4936 ner/meeting. We had a good turn out for the Www.highbeemers.org event. Newsletter Editor Jim Morrow I know this President’s column is on the short 775.501.0778 side however in this letter we’ll have quite a bit [email protected] The High Beemers M/C of North- more information especially recapping our annu- ern Nevada BMWMOA Chartered Club #337, BMWRA Charter #75, al Dinner/Meeting. AMA Charter #3185301 Fred Volume 28 Issue 02 The High Beemers M/C of Northern Nevada BMWMOA Chartered Club #337, BMWRA Charter #75, AMA Charter #3185301 Page 3 Dim Bulb Feb 2018 January 1st breakfast ride Starting the new year right! Volume 28 Issue 02 The High Beemers M/C of Northern Nevada BMWMOA Chartered Club #337, BMWRA Charter #75, AMA Charter #3185301 Page 4 Dim Bulb Feb 2018 The January 15th Breakfast Ride Volume 28 Issue 02 The High Beemers M/C of Northern Nevada BMWMOA Chartered Club #337, BMWRA Charter #75, AMA Charter #3185301 Page 5 Dim Bulb Feb 2018 Members Rides January adventure ride over Sunrise Pass: Lynn, Steve, Jim and Jim. Steve, Jim and Jim set out for Sunrise Pass from Reno and just happened upon Lynn a good ways down the dirt road to Smith Valley—you meet the nicest people on a … KLR, KTM and BMW! Have to see if we can talk one of these fellows into leading a club Adventure along this path—this time of year we encountered over half a dozen water crossing, a few deep ones, and several icy, snowpacked sections in the shade—good for an adrenalin boost! Once it is warm it should be very nice—an all day ride for sure! Probably one to bring a lunch on …. Volume 28 Issue 02 The High Beemers M/C of Northern Nevada BMWMOA Chartered Club #337, BMWRA Charter #75, AMA Charter #3185301 Page 6 Dim Bulb Feb 2018 Fred Barrie 1/26/2018: January ride out IAD to intersect with interstate 95 down to Fallon for lunch. From Fallon back to Reno. Lunch was at Jerry’s in Fallon. Volume 28 Issue 02 The High Beemers M/C of Northern Nevada BMWMOA Chartered Club #337, BMWRA Charter #75, AMA Charter #3185301 Page 7 Dim Bulb Feb 2018 Fred Barrie 1/26/2018: Ride to Carson city then back home via VC. Volume 28 Issue 02 The High Beemers M/C of Northern Nevada BMWMOA Chartered Club #337, BMWRA Charter #75, AMA Charter #3185301 Page 8 Dim Bulb Feb 2018 Fred Barrie 1/28/2018 The Annual Dinner Meeting Volume 28 Issue 02 The High Beemers M/C of Northern Nevada BMWMOA Chartered Club #337, BMWRA Charter #75, AMA Charter #3185301 Page 9 Dim Bulb Feb 2018 The High Beemers annual meeting was held on January 28, 2018 at the La Posada Real restaurant in Reno. The meeting was opened by President Fred Barrie. The first order was an introduction of all members and their guests at the dinner. Ernie Baragar the club’s treasurer gave a review of the clubs financial status. Ernie then proceeded to explain how dues could be paid by the Pay-Pal system. The membership was also informed that if club dues are not paid by March 15th the member’s name will be removed from the club rolls. A special mention was given to Tim Dughi who is leaving the area and Tom Benedict who was involved in a serious motorcycle accident. A special “Thanks” to Sam Bexon who helped Ernie with the ticket sales. Larie Trippet explained to the members how they could go to the Big Frog embroidery store and order shirts individ- ually. For hats, Larry will be putting out an email soliciting all the names of people who would like to buy hats. The hat’s need to be combined in a minimum order of 10. Doug Laird presented the results for the 2017 ride challenge to locate VFW Posts. There were eight members who took part in the contest. Doug introduced them and how many sites they visited. The drawing for the money prizes was won by third-place Doug, second place Fred, first place Larry. Fred Introduce the 2018 ride challenge called “Anything Goes”. A brief description of the ride and how it would function was given. By the end of the meeting 20 members had signed up to participate. The results will be pre- sented at next years annual meeting January 2019. The club rides for 2018 were talked about with the membership. All Breakfast Rides are covered by Doug and Nick. Club Ride in April -Fred B. Club Ride in May - Bob G. Club Ride in June - Doug L. Club Ride in Aug. - Amaury G. GS Ride in Sept. - Mike W. There are still seven openings which Fred will be trying to fill with leaders. GS leader for April 28 or 29 GS leader for May 26 or 27 GS leader for June 23 or 24 Club ride for July 21 or 22 GS leader for July 28 or 29 GS leader for August 25 or 26 Club ride leader Sept. 15 or 16 Doug Laird gave a slide show presentation about his up coming Mexico Trip. If interested contact Doug [email protected] Amaury Gallisa gave a presentation about a trip to Death Valley this coming April. If interested contact Amaury [email protected] Larie presented for Mike Wallace info about a GS Ride at the end of September into northern Nevada and southern Oregon. If interested contact Mike at [email protected] Volume 28 Issue 02 The High Beemers M/C of Northern Nevada BMWMOA Chartered Club #337, BMWRA Charter #75, AMA Charter #3185301 Page 10 Dim Bulb Feb 2018 Russ Ristine, the Club’s Vice President, presented 11 different events giving a presentation about each. He will be posting more data about each ride as the year goes on. Larie Trippet gave an update as to what is happening with our Web Site. The site is there for members to communicate to the other members about anything pertaining to club ac- tivities. For example “a last minute ride, who wants to go”. Larie will update the group whenever any new changes come online. Russ Ristine, who has taken on our Facebook account, gave a brief description how it works. More work is needed and he will keep the club updated as to his progress. Door prizes and the 50-50 drawings were held. Fred acknowledged Sierra BMW dealership for their support of our club. They provided $435 worth of gifts for the drawings. A motion was made that the current officers, Fred Barrie, Ernie Baragar and Russ Ristine remain in office for 2018. Fred announced that Jim Morrow (news-editor) and Larry Trip- pet (web-master) would continue serving the club in their roles. Ernie, Larie, Russ, and Jim were acknowledged for their time and effort that they have giv- en to the High Beemers Club this last year. Meeting was adjourned. Fred Volume 28 Issue 02 The High Beemers M/C of Northern Nevada BMWMOA Chartered Club #337, BMWRA Charter #75, AMA Charter #3185301 Page 11 Dim Bulb Feb 2018 Upcoming Rides and Events Breakfast Rides: 3rd Monday of each month. Meet at Starbuck’s on Mt. Rose Highway at Wedge Parkway for a 9am departure. Back in Reno about noon. Street Ride: See following schedule Adv Ride: See following schedule Members Rides: Soon! Check the club forum site http://highbeemers.org/ regularly for up- dates and post your own ride! BMW Motorcycle Owners of America has news and rides for you to consider @ http:// www.bmwmoa.org/ Volume 28 Issue 02 The High Beemers M/C of Northern Nevada BMWMOA Chartered Club #337, BMWRA Charter #75, AMA Charter #3185301 Page 12 Dim Bulb Feb 2018 2018 High Beemer Rides ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------- The following are the planned dates of the rides for the upcoming year. If you would like to be the leader of any of the High Beemer CR or GS rides, let me know via email ([email protected]) or at the January 28th dinner meeting. Breakfast Rides (BR) are on the third Monday of each month, starting at Starbucks on Wedge Parkway. Doug Laird or his backup (Nick) will lead the rides. Destinations are determined by the riders in attendance. Usually back in Reno by 12-12:30pm. These rides are held year around and if the weather is inclement everyone is encouraged to show up in an alternate vehicle.