Congrats on the new ride, Sean.
btw how long have you had the Triumph? I remember a yellow MGB?
btw how long have you had the Triumph? I remember a yellow MGB?
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I’ve had the Spit for two summers now. I traded the Bee for a red Beetle Vert in the fall a while back. Rational was to have a back seat for the pups.
Wife hated it, dog hated it and while everyone loved how it looked, it was a dogs breakfast to drive. Ran like a top but, was a tornado with the top down. Sold it quick and picked up the Spitfire. Runs and handles great. Needs more pep but, I don’t want to mess with it. May pick up a project GT6 and convert it to a spit6.
Still riding the CBX around the river/escarpment?
Btw, moved to Ridgeway for cheaper living and more space and most importantly a decent size garage. So far it’s been great but, haven’t lived through a winter yet.
You only have one life to live so, gonna try and live it well. Researched out the quirks and there seems to be enough support to manage any issues I may encounter. Appreciate your comments, makes me smile.
Nothing my cc can’t handle.
. I’m a sucker for old tech and remember some riding friends that wanted one but, couldn’t afford it at the time. I didn’t understand it as I admired speed over touring. Now? Having a blast with old and slowish…….
Still contemplating a Ural for winter riding. Not going to push my luck…….yet!
My childhood is being surely erased.
I’m off Bernard Ave on Evadere Ave a couple of blocks from the beach. Stop in a a beer anytime. The fridge is stocked and the stories will be self deprecating knee slapping funny.
Isn't that a Crystal Beach address? I know it's all been stuffed into Fort Erie, Stevensville too.
I grew up on Burleigh Rd....my dad built the house himself in the 30s with $100 in bank ...lived in it until he was 95 and walked to ambulance. Gone a few days later.
I recall eating lunch as the house was moved from the right side of the garage to where is now. Rather strange experience. Thanks for the memories
I grew up on Burleigh Rd....my dad built the house himself in the 30s with $100 in bank ...lived in it until he was 95 and walked to ambulance. Gone a few days later.
I recall eating lunch as the house was moved from the right side of the garage to where is now. Rather strange experience. Thanks for the memories
Bernard Ave is 800 metres east of Burleigh. Both roads lead to the same beach area of Thunderbay Beach.
We have our coffee/tea/adult beverage at the water from time to time.
Thunderbay Beach where all the locale residents get crammed into a 50m fenced bit of sand....my mum raged against it all her adult life.
Despite the law forbidding fencing off beaches below the high water mark.....the Yanks didn't care ....we didn't either one fun thing was to ride bicycle IN the lake all the way from Burleigh Rd to Old Fort Erie....tough going at times but no so bad for teen legs,,,was kinda neat with handlebars elbow deep underwater pedaling along.
Loads of memories from Crystal Beach Park....yummie cinnamon or butterscotch suckers. Loganberry drinks.
Just past the coaster there was a great place to watch fireworks.
I usually would take a motorcycle ride from Knechtels in Port Dover
after a Lake Erie perch pig out ( stupid expensive now) As a kid it was easy to catch perch and lots of black bass all along the lake in the area.
Recommended nice day ride from the GTA - straight down HWY 6 then south sticking as close to the lake as possible all along the Niagara River to Niagara Falls and Queenston.
Then boogie home on the QEW
Good memories.
Despite the law forbidding fencing off beaches below the high water mark.....the Yanks didn't care ....we didn't either one fun thing was to ride bicycle IN the lake all the way from Burleigh Rd to Old Fort Erie....tough going at times but no so bad for teen legs,,,was kinda neat with handlebars elbow deep underwater pedaling along.
Loads of memories from Crystal Beach Park....yummie cinnamon or butterscotch suckers. Loganberry drinks.
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My great uncle used to walk the rollercoaster ( which was moved somewhere to the states ) every day.
Just past the coaster there was a great place to watch fireworks.
I usually would take a motorcycle ride from Knechtels in Port Dover
after a Lake Erie perch pig out ( stupid expensive now) As a kid it was easy to catch perch and lots of black bass all along the lake in the area.
Recommended nice day ride from the GTA - straight down HWY 6 then south sticking as close to the lake as possible all along the Niagara River to Niagara Falls and Queenston.
Then boogie home on the QEW
Good memories.
You've got to start getting some stuff up off the floor. Pulley near the ridge beam can get the generator in the rafters.
There's always a "Shed" for riders....
Never as busy as Higher Ground on a weekend but ..it's okay
Lots of space...few cute girls serving coffee tho …
The usual old farts gathering
Spring will come for you guys....
From my last visit
Had to hobble in on crutches as I'd broken my leg in the scooter crash and this was first day out of hospital....but I could drive so rented a van.
Got in side by holding on to chairs etc, too crowded for crutches and this girl who I knew from before was kind enough to bring my pastry and coffee to me.
Lucky I got a park right in front as my range of motion was severely limited. Good memory during a rough time.
Never as busy as Higher Ground on a weekend but ..it's okay
Lots of space...few cute girls serving coffee tho …
The usual old farts gathering
Spring will come for you guys....
From my last visit
Had to hobble in on crutches as I'd broken my leg in the scooter crash and this was first day out of hospital....but I could drive so rented a van.
Got in side by holding on to chairs etc, too crowded for crutches and this girl who I knew from before was kind enough to bring my pastry and coffee to me.
Lucky I got a park right in front as my range of motion was severely limited. Good memory during a rough time.
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Hmmm how did I miss this post. We use to go to crystal beach as a kid, and park.
Been through that area now as a adult on the bike. Honestly I barely remember it, but the area seems much different with the amusement park gone, also lots of new development.
I ride my fat tire bike along the beach throughout the year and when summer water temps allow I’ve waded into the water.
The bike is due for some cable replacements now. lol.
The waterfront festivities isn’t what is was but, there are some nice spots to park and take in the view. Grab a cold one.
I’ve offered before. Anyone from the gtam community down this way, send me a pm and happy to open the garage, show you around the area, go for a ride etc.
I don’t care about your politics or what you smoke or drink or abstain. Don’t care what you ride. Just leave your thin skin at home and come down for some laughs and lies.
Funny thing about this thread, the change in pics posted are outdated.
The bike is due for some cable replacements now. lol.
The waterfront festivities isn’t what is was but, there are some nice spots to park and take in the view. Grab a cold one.
I’ve offered before. Anyone from the gtam community down this way, send me a pm and happy to open the garage, show you around the area, go for a ride etc.
I don’t care about your politics or what you smoke or drink or abstain. Don’t care what you ride. Just leave your thin skin at home and come down for some laughs and lies.
Funny thing about this thread, the change in pics posted are outdated.
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Whatever happened to Ridge Berry Farm? High tea and all that stuff.I ride my fat tire bike along the beach throughout the year and when summer water temps allow I’ve waded into the water.
The bike is due for some cable replacements now. lol.
The waterfront festivities isn’t what is was but, there are some nice spots to park and take in the view. Grab a cold one.
I’ve offered before. Anyone from the gtam community down this way, send me a pm and happy to open the garage, show you around the area, go for a ride etc.
I don’t care about your politics or what you smoke or drink or abstain. Don’t care what you ride. Just leave your thin skin at home and come down for some laughs and lies.
Funny thing about this thread, the change in pics posted are outdated.
Good question! Seems post Covid very little. Not sure if the owners decided to pack it in or what happened.
Was just out that way this past weekend to check in on White Meadows Farm for maple syrup.
I’ll do another drive by Ridge Berry and see what the deal is.
If there are any interest in high tea, the two spots I recommend are The Prince of Wales Hotel & McFarland House. Check their hours and make reservations. If that is your sort of thing, either experience is worth the ride down.
