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Looking for feedback, or other meet location suggestions, for the annual Ohio get-together.

* - possibility of making a two day event since the Ohio Historical Bridge Assoc. will hold their Spring bridge tour around Marietta.

Depending on when it is, and where I end up after graduating college in May, Ohio may or may not be in range for me, but Cleveland is the most likely, since I'm looking for a job in the western NY/finger lakes area.

Personally, I wouldn't mind Sandusky.  :bigass:

Seriously though, Fort-to-Port would be fun as it could also go into Toledo and the surrounding areas.

We did the American Sign Museum a few years ago during one of Pete Jenior's meets. I'd be happy with any of the other choices.

Would be nice to make this a multi-option poll. My order of preference is below:

* Fort to Port - I never saw it in Indiana, so I'd be up for that now.
* Cleveland - Need to drive the rest of the freeways, but I've seen most of the rest.
* Cincinnati - Been a few years since I've been there, but I've seen most of what I wanted to.
* Nelsonville-Athens - Need to drive new 33, but what else is there?

Quote from: hbelkins on December 30, 2012, 05:10:44 PM
We did the American Sign Museum a few years ago during one of Pete Jenior's meets. I'd be happy with any of the other choices.

That was at the old location. It has since moved. (And besides you, me, Pete, and Brian Reynolds, no one else here has visited there)

Quote from: Steve on December 30, 2012, 08:29:50 PM
Would be nice to make this a multi-option poll. My order of preference is below:

* Fort to Port - I never saw it in Indiana, so I'd be up for that now.
* Cleveland - Need to drive the rest of the freeways, but I've seen most of the rest.
* Cincinnati - Been a few years since I've been there, but I've seen most of what I wanted to.
* Nelsonville-Athens - Need to drive new 33, but what else is there?

Nelsonville-Athens would be Nelsonville bypass, Athens and either Parkersburg/Marietta (US 50) or Pomeroy/Ravenswood (Ohio River bridges).
A total loop consisting of Athens-Pomeroy-Ravenswood-Parkersburg would be 140 miles. Too long for one meet, IMO.

We did over 150 miles for St. Lawrence county, though it's easier with a small group than with a large one.

When I travel by myself, I use Google maps, break every 2 hours along the route (roughly), and round down to the nearest 15 minutes. When I have a meet planned, I use Google maps, break at every stop, round UP to the nearest 15 minutes, and then add 15 for a short stop, 30 for a long stop, and 45 for a stop with a photo or that requires a bridge walk. Let's say you have 1 short, 2 long, and 1 photo/walk stop in 140 miles, and let's say you average 40 mph. I'd expect that meet to last roughly 6 hours from the time you leave - 4 for driving and 2 for the stops.

Quote from: Hot Rod Hootenanny on December 31, 2012, 12:21:48 AM

Quote from: hbelkins on December 30, 2012, 05:10:44 PM
We did the American Sign Museum a few years ago during one of Pete Jenior's meets. I'd be happy with any of the other choices.

That was at the old location. It has since moved. (And besides you, me, Pete, and Brian Reynolds, no one else here has visited there)

I was there with my father a couple years ago. It's an interesting place, although it really doesn't have much to do with roads.


I don't know how likely I really am to go to Ohio for a road meet, but it'd be doable. Cleveland would be best for me, followed by Nelsonville-Athens and then Zanesville. Fort to Port and Cincinnati would be no.

Cleveland would be my top choice for more reasons than just a road meet. I have a lot of research in the area I want to see so it would be of great importance to see the suburbs.

Marc Fannin's House

Quote from: CanesFan27 on January 02, 2013, 09:37:20 AM
Marc Fannin's House

Right after someone hosts a Pittsburgh roadgeek house tour.

Quote from: Hot Rod Hootenanny on January 02, 2013, 06:00:19 PM

Quote from: CanesFan27 on January 02, 2013, 09:37:20 AM
Marc Fannin's House

Right after someone hosts a Pittsburgh roadgeek house tour.

Sandor,

Funny you should suggest that but when I do visit home - I've had roadgeeks over at my parents house for 4th of July parties. (http://www.flickr.com/photos/adamontheroad/4789171880/in/set-72157624482663966). Steve, Jeff, and Brian have been over for the fourth.

And we've had numerous ones stay over at either my former apartment(s) or at our current home now for years.  I'd say at least eight or ten folks have crashed at wherever I lived over the years.  Plus, I did have a roadmeet in March of 2001 at my apartment in Fayetteville.

So yes, it's been done!

The famous Tulsa meet of 2010 was at bugo's apartment.

Quote from: CanesFan27 on January 02, 2013, 09:05:18 PM

Quote from: Hot Rod Hootenanny on January 02, 2013, 06:00:19 PM

Quote from: CanesFan27 on January 02, 2013, 09:37:20 AM
Marc Fannin's House

Right after someone hosts a Pittsburgh roadgeek house tour.

Sandor,

Funny you should suggest that but when I do visit home - I've had roadgeeks over at my parents house for 4th of July parties. (http://www.flickr.com/photos/adamontheroad/4789171880/in/set-72157624482663966). Steve, Jeff, and Brian have been over for the fourth.

And we've had numerous ones stay over at either my former apartment(s) or at our current home now for years.  I'd say at least eight or ten folks have crashed at wherever I lived over the years.  Plus, I did have a roadmeet in March of 2001 at my apartment in Fayetteville.

So yes, it's been done!

Great, schedule another one then.

Oh Sandor lighten up.

Any is doable for me, but Cleveland is the closest and most likely.

Brian Rawson-Ketchum just hosted a Fort-to-Port meet in November 2009, so my suggestion would be any of the other options.

This is my preference:

1st choice - Cincinnati
2nd choice - Cleveland
3rd choice - Nelsonville/Athens
4th choice - Zanesville
5th choice - Fort to Port

When was the last time a road meet took place in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Nelsonville/Athens, or Zanesville?

There have been two meets in Cincinnati. The last one was in 2005, but it sure seems like it was more recently than that.

Cinncy is the most doable for me for a meet, leave my house at the crack of dawn and be up there by 11, if it ends up being in Cleveland, if its the last Saturday in March, that may be doable too, I plan to go to central PA that week for family\ friends.

Quote from: hbelkins on January 07, 2013, 01:20:34 PM
There have been two meets in Cincinnati. The last one was in 2005, but it sure seems like it was more recently than that.

Fall of 2002 and Christmas/New Years 2005/6 were the two Cincy meets that Pete Jenior organized.
Since AJ asked, last Cleveland meet was 2004, No prior meets in Zanesville or Nelsonville to my knowledge.

It's been 9 years since we've had a roads meet in the Cleveland area, and a lot has happened in that time.  The 2010 Meet in the Akron-Canton area did zip up into the SE Cleveland vicinity to cover the ongoing work of the OH 8 freeway extension, which is now fully functioning.  Fort-to-Port would be a great option, as well...US 24 has come a long way in the last few years.  Those are both equal for my vote for the 2013 Ohio Roads Meet.

When do you plan on scheduling the meet?  I'd like to find out so I can schedule Dubuque.  I'm thinking May for mine, but I don't want to intrude.

Perhaps late April or early May?  Except last year when it was done in early June, it's been in May for most of the last several years.

I want to attend both the Dubuque and Ohio meets.

However, if finances allow me to attend only one meet, I'd probably pick Dubuque over Ohio (especially if the Ohio meet ends up being Fort-to-Port - mainly because I attended the Fort-to-Port meet in 2009 and have never been to a Cleveland meet). I kinda hope Dubuque ends up being in late April because that means I won't have to find a substitute for Sunday School teaching in May. (Wherever the Ohio meet ends up being, I'll be able to be back in Grand Rapids by Saturday night.)

May 18 would be the best day in May for me.  I have graduation stuff the preceding weekends.

Cleveland or Fort-to-Port would be fine by me.  As long as it doesn't conflict with Dubuque, any weekend is fine by me as well.  Hopefully I can get to more this year than last.  I do want to make it to the one in Ashland, KY, but I feel it would be better to ride/drive with someone instead of trying to make it there and back alone.

OK - then I'll bite first.  I'm scheduling the Dubuque meet for May 4, 2013.

Given May 4th for Dubuque, I'm thinking about deanej's suggestion above.  How would May 18th be for an Ohio Meet?

Quote from: DanTheMan414 on January 21, 2013, 11:59:25 AM
Given May 4th for Dubuque, I'm thinking about deanej's suggestion above.  How would May 18th be for an Ohio Meet?

Do it on May 18th in Nelsonville, and then on the 19th, those interested, can partake in the Ohio Historic Bridge Association's Covered bridge tour of SE Ohio.

Quote from: DanTheMan414 on January 21, 2013, 11:59:25 AM
Given May 4th for Dubuque, I'm thinking about deanej's suggestion above.  How would May 18th be for an Ohio Meet?

May 18 works for me. I'm still rooting for either Cleveland or Cincinnati. ;-)

If it's Cleveland and I can get a ride, I'll consider, since it is the weekend after my graduation from college (May 16).

Cleveland it shall be.
Who wants to take the lead on this?

Quote from: Hot Rod Hootenanny on February 02, 2013, 12:18:19 AM
Cleveland it shall be.
Who wants to take the lead on this?

You're the one who suggested it...

aww man- now I have to go out of the way to clinch counties :( ;)

Put me down as a maybe for now.  I'll make a final decision based on how my job search turns out.

OK, we have a location. What about a date?

Quote from: hbelkins on February 02, 2013, 07:02:38 PM
OK, we have a location. What about a date?

I recommend bringing your wife as your date. Its easier on everyone else in attendence that way.

Quote from: Hot Rod Hootenanny on February 02, 2013, 07:46:11 PM

Quote from: hbelkins on February 02, 2013, 07:02:38 PM
OK, we have a location. What about a date?

I recommend bringing your wife as your date. Its easier on everyone else in attendence that way.

Dan suggested May 18 earlier in this thread - Don't take May 4 - I already called that one for Dubuque :)

Quote from: Steve on February 02, 2013, 12:28:26 AM

Quote from: Hot Rod Hootenanny on February 02, 2013, 12:18:19 AM
Cleveland it shall be.
Who wants to take the lead on this?

You're the one who suggested it...

Yeah. The person who announces the location of the meet needs to assume that he or she is taking the lead rather than making a decision like that and then passing off the leadership to someone else. That doesn't make sense. If more than one person are tag-teaming and co-hosting a meet, that stuff needs to be discussed between the two of them privately before announcing a location and date to everyone else.

Is there anyone who knows a lot about what's been going on in the Cleveland area roads-wise?

(This is why I never host meets; I might co-host a meet with someone but don't have enough knowledge of any areas outside of Grand Rapids that make me qualified to host anything.)

Personally I'm excited about a Cleveland meet, but for everyone's sake, I hope the same thing doesn't happen this year that happened in Dayton last year.

What happened in Dayton last year?

The meet host had something come up and was unable to attend.

I live in fear that this will happen to me when I host a meet. All it would take would be a death in the family or a very sick pet and I'd be forced to bail if I was hosting a meet.

Regarding Dayton last year, I have to say that Sandor did an amazing job putting the meet together at the last minute. It's not a big deal that the person who was planning to host had something come up, because we all knew about that several weeks in advance. It was just unfortunate that the person who was originally supposed to substitute for the host (who knew more about that area) had to back out at the last minute also, and Sandor was thrown into it without much time to prepare at all. He did an excellent job given the circumstances. It's just that it would have been nice for all attendees to know in advance what was going on.

Obviously, family emergencies would take precedence over hosting a meet. Things happen for sure. The main point of my previous post (which I diverged from a little) was simply that it's not fair for one person to make a decision about the date/location of the meet and then just expect someone else to take leadership of everything else (assuming no last-minute emergency). It seems like if two people are co-hosting a meet, all those details need to be worked out before the meet is announced. Communication is key.

I hope no one takes offense at all to any of this. It's not my intent to offend anyone... just to state what actually happened. I am excited about the 2013 meet though!

Quote from: Duke87 on February 03, 2013, 07:11:38 PM
What happened in Dayton last year?

seems like everyone else should be able to figure something out, even if one person is missing. 

"hey guys we're all here, let's go grab lunch and see some infrastructure"

Quote from: agentsteel53 on February 04, 2013, 10:00:09 AM
seems like everyone else should be able to figure something out, even if one person is missing. 

"hey guys we're all here, let's go grab lunch and see some infrastructure"

Which is why I have an itinerary posted on my meet page and will keep it updated. If something happens the morning of the Ashland meet and I can't make it, those who do attend will already have the route and will be able to follow the intended tour.

I'm so tired that for a minute I thought you said Alanland meet.

Quote from: hbelkins on February 03, 2013, 10:40:55 PM
The meet host had something come up and was unable to attend.

Same thing happened in Ottawa in August. Steve filled in for Carl as host. There was no trouble.

Has May 18 been set in stone? If so, I need to reschedule a doctor's appointment the day prior.

Quote from: hbelkins on February 13, 2013, 11:45:33 AM
Has May 18 been set in stone? If so, I need to reschedule a doctor's appointment the day prior.

I see you know your priorities :P  :happy:

Quote from: SSOWorld on February 13, 2013, 01:24:20 PM

Quote from: hbelkins on February 13, 2013, 11:45:33 AM
Has May 18 been set in stone? If so, I need to reschedule a doctor's appointment the day prior.

I see you know your priorities :P  :happy:

Actually, what I'd do is reschedule from afternoon to morning, and then drive north after the appointment.

We still haven't heard any updates on this meet. Is Sandor taking the lead and planning an itinerary for this meet in Cleveland on May 18? Some of us will likely want to start making travel arrangements soon.

That was me, the original host for the Dayton meet, 2012 was crap for family stuff last year, but everything seems to have settled this year, so I hope to make Dubuque and Cleveland.  (well, Cleveland definitely)

Unless you have a schedule conflict, Ashland is probably closer than Cleveland. Just sayin...

Quote from: A.J. Bertin on February 26, 2013, 08:56:51 AM
We still haven't heard any updates on this meet. Is Sandor taking the lead and planning an itinerary for this meet in Cleveland on May 18? Some of us will likely want to start making travel arrangements soon.

I think I have found the itinerary for the Cleveland Meet!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysmLA5TqbIY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZM

Hey, at least it's not Detroit.

Does this mean that I will need to prepare a last will and testament before going to East Cleveland?

Quote from: Dougtone on March 09, 2013, 07:59:32 AM
Does this mean that I will need to prepare a last will and testament before going to East Cleveland?

Not if you don't stop there.

Quote from: Dougtone on March 09, 2013, 07:59:32 AM
Does this mean that I will need to prepare a last will and testament before going to East Cleveland?

It would "enhance" your visit.

Quote from: CanesFan27 on March 09, 2013, 12:11:55 PM

Quote from: Dougtone on March 09, 2013, 07:59:32 AM
Does this mean that I will need to prepare a last will and testament before going to East Cleveland?

It would "enhance" your visit.

Like visiting Gary.

Quote from: Dougtone on March 09, 2013, 07:59:32 AM
Does this mean that I will need to prepare a last will and testament before going to East Cleveland?

When I used to work in Cleveland, my job took me into East Cleveland many a time -- sometimes even having to get out of the car and walk a half-block or so to my destination -- and my car I have lived to tell about it.

Actually, the biggest action going on in C-Town right now is the building of the first of two new Innerbelt (I-90) spans over the Cuyahoga River, which will ultimately replace the existing bridge (similar in design as the bridge in Minne/St. Paul that collapsed a few years ago -- and all the temporary signage associated with it surrounding the construction area.

Also of note is the recent completion of the SR-8 conversion to all-freeway from I-271 to SR-303 SE of town.

And if you are fan of roller coasters, then you need to include Cedar Point into your plans somewhere either side of the meet.  That new Gate Keeper ride looks fun!!

Any progress on meet-up location/tour?  I should be able to go unless I end up busy.

Is there going to be a Cleveland meet on May 18 or has this one fallen through the cracks?

If it is to be set up for May 18, the organizer needs to get it going very soon here.  I haven't seen anything on Facebook either regarding this meet.  Otherwise, it may be wiser to wait until a bit later in the summer, such as June or July.

That's part of the problem; we don't have an organizer as far as I know.  Hot Rod Hootenanny thought he could just declare a meet to be happening and have someone else organize it.

Quote from: Hot Rod Hootenanny on February 02, 2013, 12:18:19 AM
Cleveland it shall be.
Who wants to take the lead on this?

In the past, Dan Garnell has organized Ohio meets in conjunction with others who actually live in Ohio -- Sandor, Richard Ruffner, maybe Marc Fannin. Not sure who's going to take the lead on this one.

When we were at the Ashland meet a couple weeks ago, I overheard some others talking about the Ohio meet. I don't mean to speak out of turn, but it sounds like the person who wants to host it (or was planning to host it) is not sure what his work schedule will be. That's perfectly fine (work obligations obviously come first), but I'm at a loss as to why he's not just being open and up front with us about it.

I overheard the possibility that he may push the meet back to July, but that's just hearsay. Either way, we need some communication or it just comes across as evasiveness.

June or July works best for me, but I'm iffy regardless.

So I'm guessing there will not be an Ohio meet next weekend?

As I mentioned in another thread on another board, there's probably enough construction and other sights in Cincinnati for a successful meet. I would host it, but I'm not all that familiar with the downtown area and it's not as easy for me to get up there to do a lot of scouting as it was for me to get to the Ashland area.

A Cincinnati meet would be doable for me.

Quote from: jpi on May 12, 2013, 09:47:36 AM
A Cincinnati meet would be doable for me.

It is definitely doable for me, and I am up to hosting this if enough interest exists. (The thread HB mentioned was started by me as an introduction in the Welcome section -- I've been here for months and had not done one until this week).

I am currently free to do this any weekend except 6/28-30 (I am most likely going to a conference in Louisville), 8/16-18 (my birthday and so family will be priority one on these dates), and 9/27-29 (doing a Spina Bifida Walk and Roll on the 28th and may have some publicity on the 27th which will leave me too exhausted to effectively host on the 29th).

Quote from: JMoses24 on May 12, 2013, 10:21:33 AM

Quote from: jpi on May 12, 2013, 09:47:36 AM
A Cincinnati meet would be doable for me.

It is definitely doable for me, and I am up to hosting this if enough interest exists. (The thread HB mentioned was started by me as an introduction in the Welcome section -- I've been here for months and had not done one until this week).

I am currently free to do this any weekend except 6/28-30 (I am most likely going to the Brick/Wall meet in NJ)

Good for you ;)

If Cincinnati becomes the Ohio meet, and it happens after August 1st (when I'm planning on getting a new, fuel efficient car), I think this is the meet I'd go to this year- perfect excuse to A) go see family in Columbus and B) clinch US-62 (I have it now from OKC west)

I would LOVE to attend a Cincinnati meet if it works with my schedule. H.B. - if you plan to host it, what are some possible dates you're considering?

Quote from: A.J. Bertin on May 12, 2013, 09:51:35 PM
I would LOVE to attend a Cincinnati meet if it works with my schedule. H.B. - if you plan to host it, what are some possible dates you're considering?

See the earlier post...HB said he would host it but he is not familiar with the area. I live here, have for 27 years, and know the area well enough. I'm just new to hosting meets.

That being said, I'm certainly up for sharing some responsibility with somebody who has pulled this off before.

Quote from: JMoses24 on May 13, 2013, 08:59:15 AM

Quote from: A.J. Bertin on May 12, 2013, 09:51:35 PM
I would LOVE to attend a Cincinnati meet if it works with my schedule. H.B. - if you plan to host it, what are some possible dates you're considering?

See the earlier post...HB said he would host it but he is not familiar with the area. I live here, have for 27 years, and know the area well enough. I'm just new to hosting meets.

That being said, I'm certainly up for sharing some responsibility with somebody who has pulled this off before.

Hosting a meet is easier than you might think.  Choose a place to meet, usually a restaurant that most people will like, and is local to the area.  Then choose a few places to go on a tour that can be done within a few hours max.  Places to choose include those with new construction and historical sites that are road and/or infrastructure-based (bridges, locks, dams).  The biggest problem is choosing a non-conflicting date, usually a Saturday with a meeting time usually around 11 am local time.

Brandon is right; my second road meet ever was one I organized. ;)

Quote from: A.J. Bertin on May 12, 2013, 09:51:35 PM
I would LOVE to attend a Cincinnati meet if it works with my schedule. H.B. - if you plan to host it, what are some possible dates you're considering?

At this point, I'm not. Next thing I do will most likely be a Lexington-based central Kentucky meet once work starts on widening New Circle Road and the DDI at New Circle and Leestown (US 421) and that may not be in full swing until next year.

Quote from: Brandon on May 13, 2013, 11:30:27 AMHosting a meet is easier than you might think.  Choose a place to meet, usually a restaurant that most people will like, and is local to the area.

That part can require some thought and advance planning.  Desired features would include not only good food and drink, but also good parking (preferably where some people can leave their cars during the meet, but a park-and-ride or other place away from the restaurant is another option we often use), reasonable lighting (I've been to some meet lunches dark enough that I couldn't read the menu), an online menu for people to review in advance would be nice (included in our typical meet announcements), not so loud people can't converse, able to seat a large group together and preferably at one table, ideally also extra table space for maps and other goodies, a clear understanding in advance on whether or not there can be separate checks (either can work, so long as there are no surprises for either attendees or the wait staff), and most importantly whether the place will be open when you want it to be (I went to one meet where the restaurant we had planned on had unusual hours the weekend of our meet).  Others can probably add other things to think about.

This usually has not been much of a challenge.  Parking seems to be the most common issue, but that can be planned around.

They say hosting a meet is easy, but having attempted it once and having it not work out all that well, I am not inclined to attempt it again anytime soon without assistance. :P

Agreed with Oscar.  Even though there were no construction sites of major proportions in Dubuque, Iowa, there is a boat load of historical sites (locations of former bridges and old routing) to show off - It's amazing what you can do in 2-3 hours.  Plus, the luncheon brings the enthusiast in all of us out as we discuss various subjects on or off the subject.  The modern architecture even gets to us - an occasional road stub...

I found it fun to host the meets I did in Wausau, WI and most recently in Dubuque.

I've found that scheduling for a meet comes well in advance.  Competition for good dates is tough - especially during the longer daylight times.  As far as parking, I found a public free parking structure to relocate all the cars to so that we don't impede on the lunch establishment's policy of customer parking only and also avoids having to park in parking areas that require paying for it.

Quote from: Duke87 on May 13, 2013, 08:54:09 PM
They say hosting a meet is easy, but having attempted it once and having it not work out all that well, I am not inclined to attempt it again anytime soon without assistance. :P

I've done four, and all worked out well. The things that others have mentioned are all worthwhile hints. To me, the key is scouting your tour, and knowing what you're going to see and where you're going to park to see it. I did quite a bit of recon for the recent Ashland Tri-State meet. I also ate at the restaurant prior to the meet to see what it was like. That may not be an issue if you choose a well-known chain -- I did Charleston, WV at Quaker Steak & Lube, I had not eaten at that particular location but I had been to a couple of others -- but if you're going with a local or regional outfit, it might pay off.

(Speaking of QS&L, I saw a new one somewhere recently that I didn't expect, but can't remember where now.)

EDIT: It's in Florence, Ky., visible from I-75 and not far from the "Florence Y'All" water tower.

Quote from: Duke87 on May 13, 2013, 08:54:09 PM
They say hosting a meet is easy, but having attempted it once and having it not work out all that well, I am not inclined to attempt it again anytime soon without assistance. :P

I thought New Haven went pretty well, though I've never seen a meet that went exactly as planned.

I've never hosted a meet before (mainly because I don't know enough about the infrastructure and road projects in different places away from the area where I live), but one thing that's important is choosing a date. Generally what the host will do is suggest a general time frame and some specific dates. A lot of times he or she will put together a poll and ask people to vote on which date (or dates) work best for them. It's important to realize that there will always be scheduling conflicts and that not everyone will be able to attend. As Scott mentioned, the meet should be scheduled well in advance. It usually works pretty well when the date is announced at least a couple months in advance, so that the people who plan to attend can put it on their calendars and make the necessary arrangements to go.

Quote from: hbelkins on May 13, 2013, 10:46:08 PM

Quote from: Duke87 on May 13, 2013, 08:54:09 PM
They say hosting a meet is easy, but having attempted it once and having it not work out all that well, I am not inclined to attempt it again anytime soon without assistance. :P

I've done four, and all worked out well. The things that others have mentioned are all worthwhile hints. To me, the key is scouting your tour, and knowing what you're going to see and where you're going to park to see it. I did quite a bit of recon for the recent Ashland Tri-State meet. I also ate at the restaurant prior to the meet to see what it was like. That may not be an issue if you choose a well-known chain -- I did Charleston, WV at Quaker Steak & Lube, I had not eaten at that particular location but I had been to a couple of others -- but if you're going with a local or regional outfit, it might pay off.

(Speaking of QS&L, I saw a new one somewhere recently that I didn't expect, but can't remember where now.)

EDIT: It's in Florence, Ky., visible from I-75 and not far from the "Florence Y'All" water tower.

And that is right next to Florence Mall, which has a large parking lot. Also, it's 5 minutes from my home. So, there's that as a possible meeting spot... I haven't been there, so I will want to try it if that is the place.

EDIT: This perhaps should be spun off to a separate thread. I was going to begin a new thread, but saw this one existed with HB mentioning that there had been issues getting the planned one going.

Yeah I saw that water tower. Wasn't there a problem that people had with it saying Florence Mall - implying advertising - that prompted the change?

Quote from: SSOWorld on May 14, 2013, 10:25:00 PM
Yeah I saw that water tower. Wasn't there a problem that people had with it saying Florence Mall - implying advertising - that prompted the change?

The water tower said Florence Mall long before the Florence Mall was ever built. I remember seeing it saying Florence Mall when I was a kid. Don't remember when they changed it to Florence Y'all.

Quote from: SSOWorld on May 14, 2013, 10:25:00 PM
Yeah I saw that water tower. Wasn't there a problem that people had with it saying Florence Mall - implying advertising - that prompted the change?

According to the Cincinnati Enquirer, the state made Florence change it in 1974 to comply with the state laws. The state said it was illegal to advertise something that didn't exist (Florence Mall did not open until 1976).

http://www.enquirer.com/editions/2001/04/07/loc_water_towers_loom.html

If we're looking for a host for a Cleveland meet, I can likely take over for a possible July date. (Since it is confirmed I am going to Cleveland in July). I will defer though if you guys prefer a Cinci meet though.

Quote from: Roadgeek Adam on May 17, 2013, 05:26:24 AM
If we're looking for a host for a Cleveland meet, I can likely take over for a possible July date. (Since it is confirmed I am going to Cleveland in July). I will defer though if you guys prefer a Cinci meet though.

No reason there couldn't be both.

Quote from: hbelkins on May 17, 2013, 10:05:37 AM

Quote from: Roadgeek Adam on May 17, 2013, 05:26:24 AM
If we're looking for a host for a Cleveland meet, I can likely take over for a possible July date. (Since it is confirmed I am going to Cleveland in July). I will defer though if you guys prefer a Cinci meet though.

No reason there couldn't be both.

Agreed, no reason both can't happen. We'll just have to confer on dates.

Quote from: Roadgeek Adam on May 17, 2013, 05:26:24 AM
If we're looking for a host for a Cleveland meet, I can likely take over for a possible July date. (Since it is confirmed I am going to Cleveland in July). I will defer though if you guys prefer a Cinci meet though.

I'll have to let you know when I'm free in July when I find out when the family picnic is.

Quote from: JMoses24 on May 18, 2013, 12:36:11 PM

Quote from: hbelkins on May 17, 2013, 10:05:37 AM

Quote from: Roadgeek Adam on May 17, 2013, 05:26:24 AM
If we're looking for a host for a Cleveland meet, I can likely take over for a possible July date. (Since it is confirmed I am going to Cleveland in July). I will defer though if you guys prefer a Cinci meet though.

No reason there couldn't be both.

Agreed, no reason both can't happen. We'll just have to confer on dates.

I'm looking at July 13 atm.

Quote from: Roadgeek Adam on May 18, 2013, 10:34:29 PM

Quote from: JMoses24 on May 18, 2013, 12:36:11 PM

Quote from: hbelkins on May 17, 2013, 10:05:37 AM

Quote from: Roadgeek Adam on May 17, 2013, 05:26:24 AM
If we're looking for a host for a Cleveland meet, I can likely take over for a possible July date. (Since it is confirmed I am going to Cleveland in July). I will defer though if you guys prefer a Cinci meet though.

No reason there couldn't be both.

Agreed, no reason both can't happen. We'll just have to confer on dates.

I'm looking at July 13 atm.

I'm personally targeting mid-September for Cincinnati...let's say, 9/14?

Sounds fine to me, but I'm still working out details for a Cleveland meet.

Not going to announce anything until June 13 probably.

Quote from: Roadgeek Adam on May 20, 2013, 10:15:17 AM
Not going to announce anything until June 13 probably.

This from the guy who announced his last meet five months in advance.  :-P

Quote from: Roadgeek Adam on May 20, 2013, 10:15:17 AM
Sounds fine to me, but I'm still working out details for a Cleveland meet.

Not going to announce anything until June 13 probably.

Downtown square. Old bridge stubs, with views of current bridges. State-name shield at OH 10/OH Tpk. interchange if it's still there. Dead Man's Curve. Jennings Freeway/OH 176. Any questions?

Quote from: Duke87 on May 20, 2013, 08:01:45 PM

Quote from: Roadgeek Adam on May 20, 2013, 10:15:17 AM
Not going to announce anything until June 13 probably.

This from the guy who announced his last meet five months in advance.  :-P

This because I learned to not do that. ;)

At this point, a Cincinnati meet in September would be the more likely one I would be able to go to.  It's been a few years since I've been to Cincy, and it would give me a chance to grab a couple of the few remaining counties I have yet to clinch in the Buckeye State.

That weekend in sept. for Cinncy should be good for me, the next weekend I will be in the chocolate capitol of the world :-P

Quote from: JMoses24 on May 19, 2013, 11:06:06 PM
I'm personally targeting mid-September for Cincinnati...let's say, 9/14?

Count me in! I'd be totally up for that. :)

Count me tentative on a 9/14 Cincy meet- that date looks good for me right now and I'd really like to get out there. It's a pretty big financial/time investment (I'd combine this with a visit-family-in-Ohio trip and a clinch US 62 trip so I'd be gone from Montana 9/11-22),  so I probably wouldn't commit for sure until a month or so before, but at this point all lights are green.

Even though it's in my backyard, I can't commit to a Sept. 14 meet in Cincinnati yet. Have to check my wife's schedule. If it's a departure day for one of her concert trips, I'd be out. If she's already on the road, I could make a day trip out of it.