2019 CARMINE RIDES

CARMINE, TEXAS

 

The weather cooperated with us, allowing both Friday’s and Saturday’s rides to proceed uninterrupted. Friday’s ride took us southeast into Washington and Austin counties, arriving at The Kenney Store for lunch as we did last yesr. We were not disappointed—the hot meals provided a welcome respite from the cold weather. The “store” has developed quite a reputation as a local meeting place for musicians to gather to pick and sing. They also host many well-known C&W bands on weekends. We then hightailed it back to Carmine as direct as possible due to the cold weather. I’m pretty sure Ben Sargent will not forget this ride back. It took the rest of the evening to thaw him out!

We had our traditional Saturday morning breakfast feast in the garage before leaving for a ride through Fayette and Washington counties along Scenic FM 390—a favorite route for motorcycle groups to practice their skills at twisty, winding roadways. We stopped in Burton for gas, and then proceeded on to Independence for another gas and rest stop at Lueckemeyer’s general store. Our destination was, of course, to eat lunch! So, we headed down to the Brenham Airport where we ate lunch at the recently re-opened Southern Flyer Diner. The food did not disappoint! The place was just like it was before closing 2 years ago, with a malt shop atmosphere, complete with waitresses in poodle skirts.

Those attending this year were:

 

Richard and Sue Miner

Johnny and Joyce Pearce

Johnny & Joyce Pearce

Don Paige

Doug Shomette

John Allbright

Jerry Krenek

Larry and Ginger Freeze

Martin and Jane Stafford

Tommy & Debbie Goode

Pat Goode

Ben & Gene Sargent

J J Mooney

James and Jane Press

Jim Press

Thanks to Debi Goode, James Press, and Ginger Freeze for their pictures and report.

Richard Kesselus has decided to cancel the meet for May 9-12, 2019.

” There is ankle deep mud with more rain in the forecast. I am thinking we will have the meet in July”

Please check the calendar for updates.

Be safe until then.

Just thought you might like to see a picture.

The ride was enjoyed by over 20 scooters. Thanks to Don Henry for planning and leading the return to the Big Bend area.

Friday the ride was to Presidio. Saturday was to the Big Bend State Park.

Enjoy these photos from Belinda Beck, Don Paige, and Richard Kesselus. You can add comments by clicking on the button at the bottom Or email texascushmaneditor@gmail.com and I will add it to this blog.

Complete write up in the next newsletter.

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TCC #3051

It’s being mailed! Enjoy.

This year’s first event will be held in Carmine, TX March 15-16. Plan to arrive on Thursday to be on time for the 9:30 am ride on Friday morning.

From the “Calendar of Events” tab:

As a surprise, a club roster has been printed with the membership of 2018-2019.

The money was raised by the auction at the State meet. It will be mailed with the State magazine which is at the printers now.

G and C Printers of Bastrop created the list from Chrysti Love’s club membership. Richard Kesselus and Tommy Goode located this business.

IF you find an incorrect entry, let Chrysti know.

Thanks to Denise at:

Joe submitted a photo of his grandson Corbin Faltinek on Joe’s Cushman on Route 66 in Amarillo. A great way to create the next generation of scooter lovers!

SOLD——-1958 Eagle, older restoration, new exhaust, 10 inch aluminum wheels with Michelin tires, Stage 1 Mikuni, Electric Start, and lots of Chrome. The paint is light blue and shows some nicks and scrapes. It is a very solid good running scooter with a clear Texas title. Asking $4000 or best offer. Call Tommy Goode TCC #484 at (512) 303-0224 or (512) 549-3062 They are located in Bastrop, Texas

For a change, the Concho Valley and Big Country Clubs chose to change their annual Christmas party to a New Year’s Eve party.  James and Barbara Perry offered to host the meeting at their home in Lubbock. It was a central location for Abilene, San Angelo, and Amarillo. Our Central Texas areas were represented also.

James and Jane Press, Don and Judy Henry, Bill and Belinda Beck, John and Gloria Henslee, Martin and Jane Stafford, Sharon Henderson, James and Barbara Perry, Gene and Ginny Perry, Larry and Karen Rose, Joe and Joyce Faltinek, Ben and Gene Sargent, Berry and Myrna Loy Smith, Pete Henderson, Larry and Ginger Freeze, (center chairs) Raymond and Chrysti Love. Photo taken by Amy Faltinek.

31 people enjoyed bar-b-que brisket, potato salad, beans, and all the trimmings. James had the help of his brother Gene and his wife Ginny plus in-laws, Tom and Shirley.

The following are snapshots of the dinner in progress.

Our Chinese Christmas brought out some interesting gifts and laughs. There is always fun with this group.

Don Henry recapped 2019 events. PLEASE make your reservations ASAP for the Big Bend ride in April. See the Calendar of Events page for phone numbers and all the dates for next year’s event.

Don Henry suggested we might play games and enjoy celebrating the New Year’s beginning. Some just hoped to stay awake until 9:00. No games but there were so many friends to visit and catch up with that we stayed until 10:00. It was decided it was 12:00 midnight somewhere. So with “Happy New Year” wishes, we departed for the night.

A BIG thank you to James and Barbara Perry. It was a wonderful party. Our hotel, La Quinta Lubbock North was both convenient and and newly renovated.