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Discussion => The Parker Strip => Topic started by: jrork on January 01, 2009, 04:58:27 PM

Title: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: jrork on January 01, 2009, 04:58:27 PM

A bunch of the NW gang are starting to kick around a road trip/caravan to the strip for next October.  Iff'n we can pull it off, you guys interested in hooking up???

It's a bitch of a drive from up here but if you guys could share some of your secrets for where to stay/launch, we all would really appreciate it.................john

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: crewchief22 on January 01, 2009, 05:26:04 PM

I'm sure everyone from SCJB would love to meet and boat you and others from the great wet north  ;D

And there is a good chance that 2Sav will have his boat done by Oct 09.

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: jrork on January 01, 2009, 05:30:43 PM

Quote from: crewchief22 on January 01, 2009, 05:26:04 PM

And there is a good chance that 2Sav will have his boat done by Oct 09.

 ;D ;D ;D

It started out as just a kick around discussion and in less than an hour folks are jumping on......  Might be over the top cool if we can pull it off.  The drive SUCKS but iff'n theres some affordable motels/campgrounds/stripclubs where we can crash out that would help.

Love to finally hook up with you guys.  I'll be easy to spot me, I'll be the slowest one of the bunch...... :banghead:

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: GT Jets on January 01, 2009, 05:53:46 PM

Quote from: jrork on January 01, 2009, 05:30:43 PM

;D ;D ;D

It started out as just a kick around discussion and in less than an hour folks are jumping on......  Might be over the top cool if we can pull it off.  The drive SUCKS but iff'n theres some affordable motels/campgrounds/stripclubs where we can crash out that would help.

Love to finally hook up with you guys.  I'll be easy to spot me, I'll be the slowest one of the bunch...... :banghead:

Just keep the rain with someone up there! >:(

Keep up with the posts on this, would love to be there. I'm at about the half way point.

GT

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: 2savage4you on January 01, 2009, 06:06:21 PM

That would be a crazy get together..... And a shitload of boats ;D

I will bring mine if someone wants to pull me along :D

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: jrork on January 02, 2009, 08:23:08 AM

This is gaining some momentum.  It's about a 1500 mile one way road trip so that's a drag but the thought of boating in October just seems so cool.  I'll definately keep you all in the loop as this gets further along.

Where is the best place to launch, are motels available or is camping the best? 

For those running regular gas, are gas stations readily available?

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: Luckie Stiff on January 02, 2009, 08:32:07 AM

John,

Y'all should consider the Bluewater Hotel & Casino for your accommodations, boat ramp, overnight docks, big parking lot, gas is right up the road in town, maybe 1/2 mile? There used to be a place in town that sold 110 fuel as well, not sure if it's still there. Crewchief would know better than anyone I s'pose.  I don't know about camping, I'm sure there's a grip of campgrounds.
Keep me posted on this, I'd love to go boating with ya
Skip

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: crewchief22 on January 02, 2009, 09:10:37 AM

There is a couple places on the water in the Parker Strip to get fuel if necessary.  But if you can handle pulling out to refuel, most major brands are in town (Mobil, Texico, Arco) and Terrible Herbst has race fuel at the pump.

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: beerjet on January 02, 2009, 09:44:39 AM

I launch from the blue water regardless , $8 to launch.
You can RVit in there parking lot too.
Definatly the nicest place around but the rates might be way out there .
I dont know what they charge in the off season .
During the summer it's $180 I think .
The Best Western is minutes away at half the price and an even deeper discount with AAA.
The also have a pretty good sized parking lot and a great mexican food joint literally in there parking lot .

-beerjet-

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: jamesgib on January 02, 2009, 10:02:15 AM

You should look in to renting a house on the river or in the keys. I am not sure how much they run these days but a few years ago it wasnt too bad and we would pile alot of people into them

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: JWBOYER21 on January 02, 2009, 10:10:36 AM

Quote from: jamesgib on January 02, 2009, 10:02:15 AM

You should look in to renting a house on the river or in the keys. I am not sure how much they run these days but a few years ago it wasnt too bad and we would pile alot of people into them

they're about $1200-1500 / week, most of them  only charge monthly rates but i think october is the start of thier "winter" rates, something to look into


bluewater would be sweet for them. the place has an indoor water slide and if you got kids, it's cheap, and it's where half of the race pics are at on this site

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: crewchief22 on January 02, 2009, 10:10:58 AM

Parking would be the biggest problem I see with renting a house.

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: wajetboy on January 06, 2009, 12:17:48 PM

way to get everyone motivated jonny, this looks like lots of fun

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: crewchief22 on January 06, 2009, 12:24:53 PM

Nice looking hot rod  ;D

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: 76NORDIC on January 06, 2009, 05:21:55 PM

Quote from: crewchief22 on January 06, 2009, 12:24:53 PM

Nice looking hot rod  ;D

   X2 and welcome to the madness ;D

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: jrork on January 07, 2009, 06:42:45 PM

Yah, Austins boat is badass and his new one is gonna be off the hook!!!  Now if I could just get him away from the blue oval.........

Welcome to the site Austin. Good bunch here.

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: 76NORDIC on January 07, 2009, 08:13:02 PM

Quote from: jrork on January 07, 2009, 06:42:45 PM

Yah, Austins boat is badass and his new one is gonna be off the hook!!!  Now if I could just get him away from the blue oval.........

Welcome to the site Austin. Good bunch here.

    THE BLUE OVAL HUH ??? ??? ??? ???   Watch it buddy thems is fightin words ;D ;D ;D ;D

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: wajetboy on January 08, 2009, 03:28:31 PM

thanks everyone.  and jonny the blue oval is here to stay!

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: Luckie Stiff on January 08, 2009, 06:21:26 PM

are you guys staying dry up there? saw some crazy flooding on the news...

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: shawnthedrifter on January 08, 2009, 06:22:03 PM

Parker Oil sells Sunoco 110 out of the pump. Id be in for an October gathering.

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: jrork on January 11, 2009, 09:23:59 AM

Quote from: Luckie Stiff on January 08, 2009, 06:21:26 PM

are you guys staying dry up there? saw some crazy flooding on the news...

Hi Skip, yah, some of the gang had some minor flooding but knock on wood, doesnt sound too bad.  Between the heavy snow and then the hard rain, we've had our fair share of weather this year already. 

Wish we could figure out how to send some water your way. 

Thanks for the fuel tip Drifter

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: crewchief22 on January 11, 2009, 09:27:58 AM

Quote from: jrork on January 11, 2009, 09:23:59 AM

Wish we could figure out how to send some water your way. 

A pipeline to the north end of the Colorado River would be helpful  ;D

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: repoman on January 22, 2009, 11:45:35 AM

its been wet...well all be the last 2 days hear in portland...now that all the snow is gone!  2 feet in portland!  we are not used to that much ever.  where is parker??  i like road trips! :) 

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: shawnthedrifter on January 22, 2009, 11:51:09 AM

Quote from: repoman on January 22, 2009, 11:45:35 AM

its been wet...well all be the last 2 days hear in portland...now that all the snow is gone!  2 feet in portland!  we are not used to that much ever.  where is parker??  i like road trips! :) 

Right below lake havasu

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: repoman on January 22, 2009, 01:07:39 PM

that's a fun drive...i used to haul cars from Portland to the southwest every week.  i have a few miles under my belt if ya know what i mean...lol...well i would be interested in tagging along...just another nw'er  to roll out.   maybe i could take my 3 car trailer and stick three boats on it...1 truck 1 trailer not 3 trucks and 3 trailers...just a thought. ;D

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: beerjet on January 22, 2009, 04:37:16 PM

I'm sure a few guys would be interested.

-beerjet-

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: bkplesh on January 22, 2009, 05:13:10 PM

hey, back alot more will back out ;D

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: GlassCutter on January 22, 2009, 05:36:45 PM

Let me be the first to say "HUH"?

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: crewchief22 on January 22, 2009, 06:09:03 PM

Quote from: repoman on January 22, 2009, 01:07:39 PM

maybe i could take my 3 car trailer and stick three boats on it...1 truck 1 trailer not 3 trucks and 3 trailers...just a thought. ;D

The trick is to bring the big trailer with 1 boat on the way down, pick up a couple boats down here and take them back and sell them to help pay for the trip.

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: repoman on January 23, 2009, 03:28:49 AM

Quote from: GlassCutter on January 22, 2009, 05:36:45 PM

Let me be the first to say "HUH"?

i have a 52 ft featherlite 3 place trailer.  i did a trip to glamis 2 years ago and brought 2 rails, 4 quads, and a couple bikes...i took my powerstroke with three people and the rest split the bill to rent an suv.  it saved a ton of money and we made it down there faster.  my experience with multi vehicle road trips is the more vehicles in the group the more stops.  i carry 135 gallons of diesel on that truck.  i can go 1000 miles loaded with my foot down no problem.  just an idea.  the hardest part is getting the boats in the water. lol


and that would be great to buy some extra boats to sell...just have to have the cash to put up.  i guess i wouldnt even have to bring a boat...just buy 3 when i got there and rock the nicest one!  either way im down to tag along or meet people down there.  too few hot rods up hear to play with.

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: jrork on January 24, 2009, 04:50:24 PM

Quote from: repoman on January 23, 2009, 03:28:49 AM

im down to tag along or meet people down there.  too few hot rods up hear to play with.

Hey Repo, welcome to the board.  Since you're in Portland, you gotta hook up with us on SkagenBoats.com.  Lots more of these boats up here than you realize.  Skagens board is a lot like this one, good peeps and little drama.

Here's a link.....check it out

http://www.skagenboats.com/modules.php?name=Forums

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: GlassCutter on July 30, 2009, 06:56:54 PM

I thought this thread needed a little CPR  ----   Nurse, more beer !!!

Is there still talk up north about this really happening?   Is October still the target?

This would be epic.   Maybe Jerry could use the material in a future film???

Title: Re: Are NW'rs allowed down there (Parker)???
Post by: IRRebel on July 31, 2009, 01:00:42 AM

Actually would be nice! I know I threw around another Mead dealio in October, and Crewcheif was working on sumpin with Texas Hot Boats in that time frame as well. If it's Parker, so be it! I'll try it at least once!

Funny thing about the nurse comment. After my "vacation weekend" this past weekend that got ruined and ended up with me in the ER a couple times with what still seems to be now a toss up between a Gall Bladder problem or my liver (Go figure), got a script from a female doctor at the ER and went to Walgreens.

Pharmacist looks at it, starts laughing, hysterically, and showing it around to the girls behind the counter.  He had made a few smart comments that I didn't get, but then he hands it to me and says "I'm not exactly sure how to fill this" and points to the line that shows what med and dosage info, etc. I lost it, as did my lil brother. All it says is "Oral daily for 30 days". He says, trying to keep a straight face, "How do I fill this?"

I was like "well, show me what you got, you're the pharmacist"  Thinking I got him, then he pipes back "Maybe you need to go back to her and have HER fill it!". LMAO

Was hilarious. He ended up calling her and having a new one faxed and let me keep the original, as he had made SEVERAL copies of it, lol.

Then I asked about refills.............................. >:D

Ray