---------------------------------------------------------- RVSouthEast-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Wed 08/24/05: 12 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 03:55 AM - Re: Ocracoke is 10 days away (Craig) 2. 04:43 AM - Re: Ocracoke is 10 days away (Larry Bowen) 3. 05:16 AM - Re: Ocracoke is 10 days away (Wayne Williams) 4. 06:06 AM - Re: Ocracoke is 10 days away (Lenleg@aol.com) 5. 08:24 AM - Re: Ocracoke is 10 days away (sportav8r@aol.com) 6. 08:29 AM - Re: Ocracoke is 10 days away (sportav8r@aol.com) 7. 09:17 AM - Re: Ocracoke is 10 days away (sportav8r@aol.com) 8. 11:29 AM - Re: Ocracoke is 10 days away (Wayne Williams) 9. 11:32 AM - Re: Ocracoke is 10 days away (Wayne Williams) 10. 12:20 PM - Re: Ocracoke is 10 days away (sportav8r@aol.com) 11. 12:23 PM - Re: Ocracoke is 10 days away (sportav8r@aol.com) 12. 06:36 PM - Re: Ocracoke is 10 days away (Wayne Williams) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 03:55:36 AM PST US From: Craig Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: Craig We currently have Jesse and Lucille's room reserved at the Crews Inn. Unfortunately, it looks like we will have to cancel on this outing...... too much stuff going on to spend the whole weekend. We may fly up for a day trip. I plan to call the Crews Inn later today to officially cancel there. If any SERV person is interested in the room, it will become available later today. Craig Gallenbach RV8AQB fuselage ... installing seats, sticks, step, etc. ________________________________ Message 2 _____________________________________ Time: 04:43:29 AM PST US Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away From: "Larry Bowen" --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: "Larry Bowen" Pam & I are still planning to be there....The first annual SERV Labor Day Get Away.... - Larry Bowen Larry@BowenAero.com http://BowenAero.com ________________________________ Message 3 _____________________________________ Time: 05:16:52 AM PST US From: "Wayne Williams" Subject: RE: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: "Wayne Williams" If I'm the "Williams" on the list, I'm out (again). I'm on call (as usual). Sorry :( Wayne -----Original Message----- From: owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of sportav8r@aol.com Subject: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: sportav8r@aol.com September 2 is approaching, gang. I have the following couples on my short list of participants: Millsaps Leggettes Barbees Williams Bowens Boyds Glasgows That's 14 of us. There's room on the island for more :-) I'd like for everyone who's still "in" to confirm here on the list. Anyone dropping out, please tell us so we can give your room reservation to someone else in the group. Those of you who didn't get a room at the Crews Inn, where are you staying? I suggest we carry some of those PRS walkie-talkies (the kind with the 14 channels and the 38 privacy codes) so we can coordinate group activities like dinners, sightseeing flights, etc. That might be especially helpful for those in our group who are lodging elsewhere. I made a few calls today and found one place that will not only reserve rental bikes for us, they'll drop them at the airstrip for us and let us leave them there when we depart Monday. The rental rate is $23 plus tax for a three-day adult bike rental, ($39 for 3 days for a bicycle-for-two tandem rental). They want a credit card prepayment, and will then give you the combination to the lock, so you can ride away from the tie-down area in style on Friday. For those who may not know, the island is small and everything is within walking distance of a fit person if you've got all day, but bikes are the way to go! The Crews Inn lodge-keeper has been generous in the past with automobile pickups and occasional rides, but for the most part we'll need our own transportation while there. Bring safety gear like helmets, lights/cyalume sticks for night riding, and bug spray. I warned you ;-) IMO, Backpacks are a must for getting gear and purchases to and from the beaches and shops on a bike, but I htink they have handlebar baskets, too. To reserve your two-wheeled transportation, call Beach Outfitters at 252-928-6261. Might want to mention that you're with the group of pilots staying at the Crews Inn Sept. 2-5. I did not ask about their cancellation/refund policy, but keep that in mind if your plans are in doubt. There are other places to rent bikes if these guys run short, but the other places won't reserve them or deliver them. This is going to be fun! Let's hear some ideas for things to do while we're vegging for three nights on the Outer Banks. I'm bringing my laptop, humidor, and some "spam can ham radio" stuff to amuse myself if y'all get too boring. Folding beach chairs & umbrella. There might be room left for my guitar if no one pays me enough to leave it at home. Sound off! Roll call! -Stormy ________________________________ Message 4 _____________________________________ Time: 06:06:29 AM PST US From: Lenleg@aol.com Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: Lenleg@aol.com In a message dated 8/24/2005 7:44:05 AM Eastern Standard Time, Larry@bowenaero.com writes: Pam & I are still planning to be there....The first annual SERV Labor Day Get Away.... - Larry Bowen When is everyone planning to arrive ... Friday afternoon ? Len ________________________________ Message 5 _____________________________________ Time: 08:24:47 AM PST US From: sportav8r@aol.com Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: sportav8r@aol.com Mass arrival or one-by-one? The possibilities boggle. -Stormy -----Original Message----- From: Lenleg@aol.com Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: Lenleg@aol.com In a message dated 8/24/2005 7:44:05 AM Eastern Standard Time, Larry@bowenaero.com writes: Pam & I are still planning to be there....The first annual SERV Labor Day Get Away.... - Larry Bowen When is everyone planning to arrive ... Friday afternoon ? Len ________________________________ Message 6 _____________________________________ Time: 08:29:43 AM PST US From: sportav8r@aol.com Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away HTML_OBFUSCATE_05_10@roxy.matronics.com, BODY:, Message@roxy.matronics.com, is@roxy.matronics.com, to@roxy.matronics.com, HTML@roxy.matronics.com, obfuscation@roxy.matronics.com --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: sportav8r@aol.com Indeed you were the "Williams" on the list. And I seem to recall you saying that the call thing was once again an issue; not sure what cog I slipped to put you on the list when I "knew" that already. Aging is scary sometimes. Sorry you won't be able to make it to the OBX getaway. You and Larry need to come up this way some time and drop in for a visit. It's established dogma that you can't remain a member of SERV indefinitely and never go to Stormy's place, right? -----Original Message----- From: Wayne Williams Subject: RE: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: "Wayne Williams" If I'm the "Williams" on the list, I'm out (again). I'm on call (as usual). Sorry :( Wayne -----Original Message----- From: owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of sportav8r@aol.com Subject: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: sportav8r@aol.com September 2 is approaching, gang. I have the following couples on my short list of participants: Millsaps Leggettes Barbees Williams Bowens Boyds Glasgows That's 14 of us. There's room on the island for more :-) I'd like for everyone who's still "in" to confirm here on the list. Anyone dropping out, please tell us so we can give your room reservation to someone else in the group. Those of you who didn't get a room at the Crews Inn, where are you staying? I suggest we carry some of those PRS walkie-talkies (the kind with the 14 channels and the 38 privacy codes) so we can coordinate group activities like dinners, sightseeing flights, etc. That might be especially helpful for those in our group who are lodging elsewhere. I made a few calls today and found one place that will not only reserve rental bikes for us, they'll drop them at the airstrip for us and let us leave them there when we depart Monday. The rental rate is $23 plus tax for a three-day adult bike rental, ($39 for 3 days for a bicycle-for-two tandem rental). They want a credit card prepayment, and will then give you the combination to the lock, so you can ride away from the tie-down area in style on Friday. For those who may not know, the island is small and everything is within walking distance of a fit person if you've got all day, but bikes are the way to go! The Crews Inn lodge-keeper has been generous in the past with automobile pickups and occasional rides, but for the most part we'll need our own transportation while there. Bring safety gear like helmets, lights/cyalume sticks for night riding, and bug spray. I warned you ;-) IMO, Backpacks are a must for getting gear and purchases to and from the beaches and shops on a bike, but I htink they have handlebar baskets, too. To reserve your two-wheeled transportation, call Beach Outfitters at 252-928-6261. Might want to mention that you're with the group of pilots staying at the Crews Inn Sept. 2-5. I did not ask about their cancellation/refund policy, but keep that in mind if your plans are in doubt. There are other places to rent bikes if these guys run short, but the other places won't reserve them or deliver them. This is going to be fun! Let's hear some ideas for things to do while we're vegging for three nights on the Outer Banks. I'm bringing my laptop, humidor, and some "spam can ham radio" stuff to amuse myself if y'all get too boring. Folding beach chairs & umbrella. There might be room left for my guitar if no one pays me enough to leave it at home. Sound off! Roll call! -Stormy ________________________________ Message 7 _____________________________________ Time: 09:17:08 AM PST US From: sportav8r@aol.com Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: sportav8r@aol.com Thanks for the heads-up, Craig. Not sure how I left you off the official tally in the first place. Sorry about that. Try to join us for the day if you can. Keep pounding those rivets! I really miss that stage, but I love RV flyin'! -Stormy Wayne, maybe I confused you with Craig somehow. =:-O -----Original Message----- From: Craig Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: Craig We currently have Jesse and Lucille's room reserved at the Crews Inn. Unfortunately, it looks like we will have to cancel on this outing...... too much stuff going on to spend the whole weekend. We may fly up for a day trip. I plan to call the Crews Inn later today to officially cancel there. If any SERV person is interested in the room, it will become available later today. Craig Gallenbach RV8AQB fuselage ... installing seats, sticks, step, etc. ________________________________ Message 8 _____________________________________ Time: 11:29:07 AM PST US From: "Wayne Williams" Subject: RE: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: "Wayne Williams" My only fear is that I won't want to come home! Wayne -----Original Message----- From: owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of sportav8r@aol.com HTML_OBFUSCATE_05_10@roxy.matronics.com; BODY:; Message@roxy.matronics.com; is@roxy.matronics.com; to@roxy.matronics.com; HTML@roxy.matronics.com; obfuscation@roxy.matronics.com Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: sportav8r@aol.com Indeed you were the "Williams" on the list. And I seem to recall you saying that the call thing was once again an issue; not sure what cog I slipped to put you on the list when I "knew" that already. Aging is scary sometimes. Sorry you won't be able to make it to the OBX getaway. You and Larry need to come up this way some time and drop in for a visit. It's established dogma that you can't remain a member of SERV indefinitely and never go to Stormy's place, right? -----Original Message----- From: Wayne Williams Subject: RE: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: "Wayne Williams" If I'm the "Williams" on the list, I'm out (again). I'm on call (as usual). Sorry :( Wayne -----Original Message----- From: owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of sportav8r@aol.com Subject: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: sportav8r@aol.com September 2 is approaching, gang. I have the following couples on my short list of participants: Millsaps Leggettes Barbees Williams Bowens Boyds Glasgows That's 14 of us. There's room on the island for more :-) I'd like for everyone who's still "in" to confirm here on the list. Anyone dropping out, please tell us so we can give your room reservation to someone else in the group. Those of you who didn't get a room at the Crews Inn, where are you staying? I suggest we carry some of those PRS walkie-talkies (the kind with the 14 channels and the 38 privacy codes) so we can coordinate group activities like dinners, sightseeing flights, etc. That might be especially helpful for those in our group who are lodging elsewhere. I made a few calls today and found one place that will not only reserve rental bikes for us, they'll drop them at the airstrip for us and let us leave them there when we depart Monday. The rental rate is $23 plus tax for a three-day adult bike rental, ($39 for 3 days for a bicycle-for-two tandem rental). They want a credit card prepayment, and will then give you the combination to the lock, so you can ride away from the tie-down area in style on Friday. For those who may not know, the island is small and everything is within walking distance of a fit person if you've got all day, but bikes are the way to go! The Crews Inn lodge-keeper has been generous in the past with automobile pickups and occasional rides, but for the most part we'll need our own transportation while there. Bring safety gear like helmets, lights/cyalume sticks for night riding, and bug spray. I warned you ;-) IMO, Backpacks are a must for getting gear and purchases to and from the beaches and shops on a bike, but I htink they have handlebar baskets, too. To reserve your two-wheeled transportation, call Beach Outfitters at 252-928-6261. Might want to mention that you're with the group of pilots staying at the Crews Inn Sept. 2-5. I did not ask about their cancellation/refund policy, but keep that in mind if your plans are in doubt. There are other places to rent bikes if these guys run short, but the other places won't reserve them or deliver them. This is going to be fun! Let's hear some ideas for things to do while we're vegging for three nights on the Outer Banks. I'm bringing my laptop, humidor, and some "spam can ham radio" stuff to amuse myself if y'all get too boring. Folding beach chairs & umbrella. There might be room left for my guitar if no one pays me enough to leave it at home. Sound off! Roll call! -Stormy -- -- ________________________________ Message 9 _____________________________________ Time: 11:32:39 AM PST US From: "Wayne Williams" Subject: RE: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: "Wayne Williams" Maybe that's because I keep taking my airplane apart... Wayne -----Original Message----- From: owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of sportav8r@aol.com Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: sportav8r@aol.com Thanks for the heads-up, Craig. Not sure how I left you off the official tally in the first place. Sorry about that. Try to join us for the day if you can. Keep pounding those rivets! I really miss that stage, but I love RV flyin'! -Stormy Wayne, maybe I confused you with Craig somehow. =:-O -----Original Message----- From: Craig Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: Craig We currently have Jesse and Lucille's room reserved at the Crews Inn. Unfortunately, it looks like we will have to cancel on this outing...... too much stuff going on to spend the whole weekend. We may fly up for a day trip. I plan to call the Crews Inn later today to officially cancel there. If any SERV person is interested in the room, it will become available later today. Craig Gallenbach RV8AQB fuselage ... installing seats, sticks, step, etc. -- -- ________________________________ Message 10 ____________________________________ Time: 12:20:43 PM PST US From: sportav8r@aol.com Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: sportav8r@aol.com I know, Wayne; I know... I miss building, too. More than you, since I have no second project underway. -----Original Message----- From: Wayne Williams Subject: RE: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: "Wayne Williams" Maybe that's because I keep taking my airplane apart... Wayne ________________________________ Message 11 ____________________________________ Time: 12:23:59 PM PST US From: sportav8r@aol.com Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away HTML_OBFUSCATE_10_20@roxy.matronics.com, BODY:, Message@roxy.matronics.com, is@roxy.matronics.com, to@roxy.matronics.com, HTML@roxy.matronics.com, obfuscation@roxy.matronics.com --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: sportav8r@aol.com We might could use a man of your talents up here. My neighbor is only working 3 days a week this month, and adding an indoor pool/solarium onto his house, so I think something's in the wind. Semi-retired at age 52 - now that's a country otolaryngologist for you ;-) -----Original Message----- From: Wayne Williams Subject: RE: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: "Wayne Williams" My only fear is that I won't want to come home! Wayne -----Original Message----- From: owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of sportav8r@aol.com HTML_OBFUSCATE_05_10@roxy.matronics.com; BODY:; Message@roxy.matronics.com; is@roxy.matronics.com; to@roxy.matronics.com; HTML@roxy.matronics.com; obfuscation@roxy.matronics.com Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: sportav8r@aol.com Indeed you were the "Williams" on the list. And I seem to recall you saying that the call thing was once again an issue; not sure what cog I slipped to put you on the list when I "knew" that already. Aging is scary sometimes. Sorry you won't be able to make it to the OBX getaway. You and Larry need to come up this way some time and drop in for a visit. It's established dogma that you can't remain a member of SERV indefinitely and never go to Stormy's place, right? -----Original Message----- From: Wayne Williams Subject: RE: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: "Wayne Williams" If I'm the "Williams" on the list, I'm out (again). I'm on call (as usual). Sorry :( Wayne -----Original Message----- From: owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of sportav8r@aol.com Subject: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: sportav8r@aol.com September 2 is approaching, gang. I have the following couples on my short list of participants: Millsaps Leggettes Barbees Williams Bowens Boyds Glasgows That's 14 of us. There's room on the island for more :-) I'd like for everyone who's still "in" to confirm here on the list. Anyone dropping out, please tell us so we can give your room reservation to someone else in the group. Those of you who didn't get a room at the Crews Inn, where are you staying? I suggest we carry some of those PRS walkie-talkies (the kind with the 14 channels and the 38 privacy codes) so we can coordinate group activities like dinners, sightseeing flights, etc. That might be especially helpful for those in our group who are lodging elsewhere. I made a few calls today and found one place that will not only reserve rental bikes for us, they'll drop them at the airstrip for us and let us leave them there when we depart Monday. The rental rate is $23 plus tax for a three-day adult bike rental, ($39 for 3 days for a bicycle-for-two tandem rental). They want a credit card prepayment, and will then give you the combination to the lock, so you can ride away from the tie-down area in style on Friday. For those who may not know, the island is small and everything is within walking distance of a fit person if you've got all day, but bikes are the way to go! The Crews Inn lodge-keeper has been generous in the past with automobile pickups and occasional rides, but for the most part we'll need our own transportation while there. Bring safety gear like helmets, lights/cyalume sticks for night riding, and bug spray. I warned you ;-) IMO, Backpacks are a must for getting gear and purchases to and from the beaches and shops on a bike, but I htink they have handlebar baskets, too. To reserve your two-wheeled transportation, call Beach Outfitters at 252-928-6261. Might want to mention that you're with the group of pilots staying at the Crews Inn Sept. 2-5. I did not ask about their cancellation/refund policy, but keep that in mind if your plans are in doubt. There are other places to rent bikes if these guys run short, but the other places won't reserve them or deliver them. This is going to be fun! Let's hear some ideas for things to do while we're vegging for three nights on the Outer Banks. I'm bringing my laptop, humidor, and some "spam can ham radio" stuff to amuse myself if y'all get too boring. Folding beach chairs & umbrella. There might be room left for my guitar if no one pays me enough to leave it at home. Sound off! Roll call! -Stormy -- -- ________________________________ Message 12 ____________________________________ Time: 06:36:14 PM PST US From: "Wayne Williams" Subject: RE: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: "Wayne Williams" I've got 2 about to start college. Retirement=dream. Wayne -----Original Message----- From: owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of sportav8r@aol.com HTML_OBFUSCATE_10_20@roxy.matronics.com; BODY:; Message@roxy.matronics.com; is@roxy.matronics.com; to@roxy.matronics.com; HTML@roxy.matronics.com; obfuscation@roxy.matronics.com Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: sportav8r@aol.com We might could use a man of your talents up here. My neighbor is only working 3 days a week this month, and adding an indoor pool/solarium onto his house, so I think something's in the wind. Semi-retired at age 52 - now that's a country otolaryngologist for you ;-) -----Original Message----- From: Wayne Williams Subject: RE: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: "Wayne Williams" --> My only fear is that I won't want to come home! Wayne -----Original Message----- From: owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of sportav8r@aol.com HTML_OBFUSCATE_05_10@roxy.matronics.com; BODY:; Message@roxy.matronics.com; is@roxy.matronics.com; to@roxy.matronics.com; HTML@roxy.matronics.com; obfuscation@roxy.matronics.com Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: sportav8r@aol.com Indeed you were the "Williams" on the list. And I seem to recall you saying that the call thing was once again an issue; not sure what cog I slipped to put you on the list when I "knew" that already. Aging is scary sometimes. Sorry you won't be able to make it to the OBX getaway. You and Larry need to come up this way some time and drop in for a visit. It's established dogma that you can't remain a member of SERV indefinitely and never go to Stormy's place, right? -----Original Message----- From: Wayne Williams Subject: RE: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: "Wayne Williams" If I'm the "Williams" on the list, I'm out (again). I'm on call (as usual). Sorry :( Wayne -----Original Message----- From: owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rvsoutheast-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of sportav8r@aol.com Subject: RVSouthEast-List: Ocracoke is 10 days away --> RVSouthEast-List message posted by: sportav8r@aol.com September 2 is approaching, gang. I have the following couples on my short list of participants: Millsaps Leggettes Barbees Williams Bowens Boyds Glasgows That's 14 of us. There's room on the island for more :-) I'd like for everyone who's still "in" to confirm here on the list. Anyone dropping out, please tell us so we can give your room reservation to someone else in the group. Those of you who didn't get a room at the Crews Inn, where are you staying? I suggest we carry some of those PRS walkie-talkies (the kind with the 14 channels and the 38 privacy codes) so we can coordinate group activities like dinners, sightseeing flights, etc. That might be especially helpful for those in our group who are lodging elsewhere. I made a few calls today and found one place that will not only reserve rental bikes for us, they'll drop them at the airstrip for us and let us leave them there when we depart Monday. The rental rate is $23 plus tax for a three-day adult bike rental, ($39 for 3 days for a bicycle-for-two tandem rental). They want a credit card prepayment, and will then give you the combination to the lock, so you can ride away from the tie-down area in style on Friday. For those who may not know, the island is small and everything is within walking distance of a fit person if you've got all day, but bikes are the way to go! The Crews Inn lodge-keeper has been generous in the past with automobile pickups and occasional rides, but for the most part we'll need our own transportation while there. Bring safety gear like helmets, lights/cyalume sticks for night riding, and bug spray. I warned you ;-) IMO, Backpacks are a must for getting gear and purchases to and from the beaches and shops on a bike, but I htink they have handlebar baskets, too. To reserve your two-wheeled transportation, call Beach Outfitters at 252-928-6261. Might want to mention that you're with the group of pilots staying at the Crews Inn Sept. 2-5. I did not ask about their cancellation/refund policy, but keep that in mind if your plans are in doubt. There are other places to rent bikes if these guys run short, but the other places won't reserve them or deliver them. This is going to be fun! Let's hear some ideas for things to do while we're vegging for three nights on the Outer Banks. I'm bringing my laptop, humidor, and some "spam can ham radio" stuff to amuse myself if y'all get too boring. Folding beach chairs & umbrella. There might be room left for my guitar if no one pays me enough to leave it at home. Sound off! Roll call! -Stormy -- --