Post by: JFanaselle on July 25, 2016, 02:49:41 PM
Due to general lack of interest, this meet and greet is TBD until further notice. We had a decent turnout for a few months, but it was the same 3 or 4 of us showing up each time and we finally decided that it was easier to just get together on our own terms. So for now, we'll put this on hold until we get more interest from members in the Inland Empire. In the interim, I'm always up to grub and talk about vehicles and wheeling, so if anyone in the IE ever wants to have an informal meet (or if we ever want to slap together an impromptu get together), speak up and we'll make it happen! :) Once the spring and summer months roll back around, maybe we'll attempt a "re-launch" and see if we can get a good turnout each month.
Post by: PainRoller on July 25, 2016, 03:08:31 PM
And HELL YEAH!! Let's do this thing! That Portillo's it the perfect spot - close to the freeway, close to shopping, close to Costco, etc.
And has a huge lot for our gorgeous trucks to be showcased.... Great pick, Joe. O0
Post by: JFanaselle on July 25, 2016, 03:11:57 PM
Post by: fourxfunk on July 25, 2016, 06:44:15 PM
Post by: JFanaselle on July 26, 2016, 08:38:40 AM
This means our first meet would be Thursday, 8/4 (8 days from now), if that works for everyone. Looking to some of our other locals here... GHenderson? Alex? I chatted with Motorpig77 via text yesterday (he's on a road trip at the moment) and he'll be posting up when he can. We have several new Inland Empire members over the past few months who've posted up in the welcome section...
TerraX (Yucaipa)?
BlackwidowX (Corona)?
Blue_Chuey (Menifee)?
ManduhO (Big Bear)?
Spectre (Hemet)?
Off-roadNovice (Rialto)?
I'm sure I'm missing a few more locals here. :) I can also extend the invite over to the SCXF folks on Facebook. There are several Inland Empire folks on there.
Post by: PainRoller on July 26, 2016, 10:49:16 AM
I pinged a couple of these people on their Welcome thread ;)
Post by: ghenderson21 on July 26, 2016, 11:42:37 AM
Post by: JFanaselle on July 26, 2016, 12:13:53 PM
So our inaugural meet would be Thursday 8/11, and the next one would be Thursday 9/1. I'm going to make the date "official" in the OP, and we'll let people post up as it gets closer if they plan to attend. O0
Post by: PainRoller on July 26, 2016, 02:10:27 PM
It's a mile from my house, how can I say no? I'm in.
Dude, seriously? You will never have a good excuse to miss.... >:D
I don't yet know my schedule for next week, but if I'm off that evening, count me in.
Sweet!! :D
Joe - now that this is "official " - shouldn't this thread be pinned? 8)
Post by: Ghost65 on July 26, 2016, 05:21:21 PM
Joe - now that this is "official " - shouldn't this thread be pinned? 8)
Done
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Post by: JFanaselle on July 26, 2016, 05:37:04 PM
Done
Damn! I was about to use my newly summoned BOD powers to execute that. :) It's ok, I don't know how to anyway. ::)
Post by: Ghost65 on July 27, 2016, 07:53:24 AM
Damn! I was about to use my newly summoned BOD powers to execute that. :) It's ok, I don't know how to anyway. ::)
You are already using your new privileges for good Joe...and I'll show you how to stick a thread. Very easy, just look at your options on the bottom of your page...
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Post by: knightrider on July 27, 2016, 10:46:33 AM
Post by: RBduffer on July 27, 2016, 02:15:25 PM
Never mind... It's because I own a flip-phone isn't it?
I could use those buttons if I wanted to. I just don't want to, that's all. I got way more important things to do, than play with buttons anyway... I'm busy writing a book. Yeah. It's called "To many button pushers and not enough Indians" And I don't mean those stupid Indians that answer the tech phones either. I mean REAL red blooded, red skined Americans. Real Americans who never needed buttons, not even for their clothes. Europeans brought buttons to American. And as history has shown, nearly wiped out the Real American people. If you bastards want to continue this genocide of peaceful farmers, that's fine. But I shall have no part of it!!!
Post by: Ghost65 on July 27, 2016, 02:43:57 PM
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Post by: knightrider on July 27, 2016, 03:31:44 PM
Post by: PainRoller on July 27, 2016, 03:47:12 PM
How come nobody told ME about these buttons? >:(?
Never mind... It's because I own a flip-phone isn't it?
I could use those buttons if I wanted to. I just don't want to, that's all. I got way more important things to do, than play with buttons anyway... I'm busy writing a book. Yeah. It's called "To many button pushers and not enough Indians" And I don't mean those stupid Indians that answer the tech phones either. I mean REAL red blooded, red skined Americans. Real Americans who never needed buttons, not even for their clothes. Europeans brought buttons to American. And as history has shown, nearly wiped out the Real American people. If you bastards want to continue this genocide of peaceful farmers, that's fine. But I shall have no part of it!!!
Dude......you should come to Portillo's with us.....then we can REALLY talk about
Mid day drinking on a Tuesday...impressive!
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Tuesday?!? I think more than one person had a liquid lunch today ..... or is this that 50 thing..... >:D >:D
Post by: knightrider on July 27, 2016, 04:04:01 PM
Tuesday?!? I think more than one person had a liquid lunch today ..... or is this that 50 thing..... >:D >:D
That was Gold part ;) or is 50 diamonds?
Post by: Ghost65 on July 27, 2016, 07:48:46 PM
Hic...
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Post by: Jayrat on July 27, 2016, 08:14:20 PM
Mid day drinking on a Tuesday...impressive!This makes me laugh :D
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Post by: RBduffer on July 28, 2016, 07:44:55 AM
Let us please return to our regularly programmed thread. Amen
Post by: JFanaselle on July 28, 2016, 11:55:49 AM
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Post by: PainRoller on July 28, 2016, 12:24:06 PM
That was the most epic thread jack I've ever seen. 8)
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It's not a GREAT thread until it's been JACKED by ALL the BOD's!
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Post by: Ghost65 on July 28, 2016, 02:03:13 PM
Sent from Cygnus-X1
Post by: RBduffer on July 28, 2016, 03:30:07 PM
PS: I gotta learn how to do those funny meme things, they make me laugh lol
Post by: EJsarus on August 01, 2016, 10:44:34 AM
Post by: JFanaselle on August 02, 2016, 11:40:37 PM
I'm down for this. Cool thing that I got family that lives within a couple of miles from there.
Sweet, see you there next week!
Post by: ghenderson21 on August 08, 2016, 09:17:41 AM
Hopefully can see you guys for the next one
Post by: Motorpig77 on August 08, 2016, 07:08:17 PM
Post by: PainRoller on August 10, 2016, 11:47:18 AM
We have installers at the house tomorrow. They better get done on time...... ::) ::)
Post by: JFanaselle on August 11, 2016, 11:07:15 AM
Post by: EJsarus on August 11, 2016, 05:12:52 PM
Post by: fourxfunk on August 11, 2016, 07:58:07 PM
Post by: EJsarus on August 11, 2016, 09:17:09 PM
We never saw you Edwin, hope everything is good. It was nice meeting you all.yeah couldnt make it, while in route my son threw up his dinner in his sleep, my wife got a good scare and didnt feel comfortable so we headed back home. til next time gents... sorry :/
Post by: PainRoller on August 12, 2016, 12:02:41 PM
yeah couldnt make it, while in route my son threw up his dinner in his sleep, my wife got a good scare and didnt feel comfortable so we headed back home. til next time gents... sorry :/
Eeeeewwwwww! :o That sucks, dude.
You missed some great food and "family friendly" convos about finger painting.....(that's all I'm gonna say....what is discussed at IEX, stays in the circle of trust.....) :-X
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Enjoyed seeing old friends and meeting new peeps.
Fourxfunk - next time try the combo. It was amazing 8)
Post by: Jayrat on August 12, 2016, 11:27:11 PM
Post by: RBduffer on August 13, 2016, 12:04:16 PM
O0 SAN DIEGO FOOD TRUCKS ROCK >:D
Yeah right, IF they show up!?! >:(
Post by: JFanaselle on August 14, 2016, 09:03:53 PM
O0 SAN DIEGO FOOD TRUCKS ROCK >:D
Says the guy who didn't even bother to show up last month. >:D
Had a great time at the first ever IE Meet and Greet. It was very nice to meet fourxfunk and his family, and it was great to see Motorpig77 and his family and PainRoller and FixItGuy. Some photos:
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Post by: PainRoller on August 26, 2016, 08:45:29 AM
Post by: JFanaselle on August 26, 2016, 04:53:30 PM
Joe - this still happening next Thursday?
Heck yes it is. I want me another combo sandwich. :)
I'll be there about 6:30-ish, Thursday 9/1. Who else is attending? Same place as last time - Portillo's in Moreno Valley (see first post if you need more details).
Post by: ghenderson21 on August 27, 2016, 08:53:24 AM
Post by: PainRoller on August 29, 2016, 01:31:25 PM
FiG is a "maybe" pending work schedule......
Post by: EJsarus on August 29, 2016, 02:23:34 PM
Post by: JFanaselle on August 29, 2016, 09:08:31 PM
Pretty sure I work Thursday morning next week, so I should be able to swing this one!
Yay!
I'm gonna be outta town. :'(
FiG is a "maybe" pending work schedule......
Boo! Hopefully FiG can make it. Tell him there's a combo sandwich with his name all over it, and as many hot peppers as he could ever want on it! :)
Going to try very hard this time around to arrive. Ensure my boy is doing good before hand.
Hopefully you can make it. Quite a few people may have Friday off for the Labor Day holiday... traffic could suck on Thursday. :( Fingers crossed for you guys!
Post by: ghenderson21 on September 01, 2016, 07:53:20 AM
Post by: JFanaselle on September 01, 2016, 03:32:45 PM
Post by: fourxfunk on September 01, 2016, 07:54:13 PM
Post by: EJsarus on September 01, 2016, 09:41:48 PM
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Post by: JFanaselle on September 01, 2016, 10:50:04 PM
Not a bad turnout this evening with 4 rigs. We had a blast, and those who don't come every month sure are missing out! O0
This is the second month in a row that we've had the "eat and greet" in Moreno Valley, and both times the bulk of attendees made a 20 or 30 minute drive to the location from the south (not all, but most). For next month, I think we should move the event further south and see if we can increase participation a little. There is a brand new Sonic Burger that just opened off of I-215 and Newport Road in Menifee that would make for a perfect meeting spot. This would allow us to hang out around the rigs and socialize while we grub. For those who don't like tater tots (heaven forbid!), there are plenty of other eateries in the area that you can grab food at and still hang out with the group, including In-n-Out, Miguel's Jr., The Habit, Jimmy John's, 5 Guys Burgers, Jersey Mike's, El Pollo Loco, Flame Broiler, and many, many more.
Next event will be Thursday 10/6. Be there! >:D
Post by: Motorpig77 on September 02, 2016, 03:28:45 AM
Post by: ghenderson21 on September 02, 2016, 07:37:32 AM
That Sonic is literally right next to the PetSmart my wife is at now, she runs the grooming Salon. Also very close to my house, between now and then I'll have to cruise around the trails, and we could do a post dinner quick night run!
See you guys hopefully on the 6th!
Post by: PainRoller on October 03, 2016, 08:49:31 AM
Great photos Edwin! It was very nice to meet you and the family this evening. Thanks for making the 2 hour trek in traffic just to come visit!
Not a bad turnout this evening with 4 rigs. We had a blast, and those who don't come every month sure are missing out! O0
This is the second month in a row that we've had the "eat and greet" in Moreno Valley, and both times the bulk of attendees made a 20 or 30 minute drive to the location from the south (not all, but most). For next month, I think we should move the event further south and see if we can increase participation a little. There is a brand new Sonic Burger that just opened off of I-215 and Newport Road in Menifee that would make for a perfect meeting spot. This would allow us to hang out around the rigs and socialize while we grub. For those who don't like tater tots (heaven forbid!), there are plenty of other eateries in the area that you can grab food at and still hang out with the group, including In-n-Out, Miguel's Jr., The Habit, Jimmy John's, 5 Guys Burgers, Jersey Mike's, El Pollo Loco, Flame Broiler, and many, many more.
Next event will be Thursday 10/6. Be there! >:D
Woo-Hoo! Looking forward to this Thursday! O0
Post by: JFanaselle on October 03, 2016, 09:38:18 AM
Exact location of the Sonic is 30171 Haun Rd, Menifee, CA 92584
Post by: EJsarus on October 03, 2016, 09:57:25 AM
Also had a great time with everyone. Thanks Edwin for bringing your wife, so mine had someone to talk to! hahabring the wife again, mine is coming!
That Sonic is literally right next to the PetSmart my wife is at now, she runs the grooming Salon. Also very close to my house, between now and then I'll have to cruise around the trails, and we could do a post dinner quick night run!
See you guys hopefully on the 6th!
Post by: EJsarus on October 03, 2016, 09:57:52 AM
Post by: JFanaselle on October 03, 2016, 02:13:34 PM
Joe, for sure count me and my fam bam..
Sweet! See you guys there!
If Edwin and his wife and baby can make the 70 mile drive for 2 hours in LA traffic to come hang out, I'm going to have a hard time accepting excuses about why the locals and semi-locals can't show up. Come on out folks, have some good food and enjoy some good company!!!! :)
Post by: ghenderson21 on October 03, 2016, 11:19:51 PM
Sweet! See you guys there!
If Edwin and his wife and baby can make the 70 mile drive for 2 hours in LA traffic to come hang out, I'm going to have a hard time accepting excuses about why the locals and semi-locals can't show up. Come on out folks, have some good food and enjoy some good company!!!! :)
unfortunately, I drew the short stick at work and have to close that night. Unless you guys want to stay till about 10:15 pm, i'm out on this months. Bummed... >:(
Post by: JFanaselle on October 04, 2016, 09:02:31 AM
Post by: PainRoller on October 05, 2016, 08:08:43 AM
unfortunately, I drew the short stick at work and have to close that night. Unless you guys want to stay till about 10:15 pm, i'm out on this months. Bummed... >:(
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Post by: EJsarus on October 06, 2016, 04:11:02 PM
Post by: JFanaselle on October 06, 2016, 04:43:02 PM
Post by: JFanaselle on October 19, 2016, 12:44:52 PM
The parking lot at Sonic proved to be a little less desirable than we'd hoped. There was only one very small seating area, and it was not near where the vehicles had to park. But the Menifee area was a great meeting point based on the locations everyone came from (except for Edwin, of course, but there's not a whole lot we can do to shorten that drive for you buddy. :().
So we need a new meeting spot in the same general area. The thought is to just converge on an open parking lot, like we do for the SD event every month. Just park the rigs in an empty corner somewhere, set up our own chairs, grab food wherever we want, and sit around and socialize for a couple hours. Unless anyone can suggest a better spot for this, I'm going to suggest that we use a piece of the parking lot of the Countryside Marketplace plaza, directly across the street from the Sonic we met at last time. We can set ourselves up in the empty part of the lot between Target and Lowes, but very far away from the storefronts (closer to Haun Road - which will put our rigs out closer to In N Out or Miguel's Jr). My only concern is cars that are zooming through the parking lot all evening, especially for little ones that may be running around. But I think we can find a spot that's far enough off of any main traveled roads within the parking lot.
Any other suggestions by anyone? I'm all ears. Next meet-up will be Thursday 11/3.
Post by: EJsarus on October 19, 2016, 12:56:28 PM
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at the end is an empty lot where its well lit but RVs do park here. Im sure there is enough space for all of us to be happy. Unfortunately I wont be able to attend November's meet due to landing on my brother's bday. I suggest to try it out or if someone lives in the area to scoop it out and see if its optimized for a meet location.
Post by: JFanaselle on October 20, 2016, 10:11:55 AM
It would certainly serve the purpose of giving us a quiet parking lot to hang out in, but it's not as "centrally" located, especially for folks coming from the Hemet area (PainRoller/FixItGuy, Motorpig77). There is also not nearly the quantity or quality of eateries around there. I think we should stick with the general Menifee area for now, unless we start to get participation from a bunch of folks in a different city and it makes more sense to move to a different city.
Good suggestion though!
Post by: PainRoller on November 29, 2016, 03:22:04 PM
Are we doing this thang this Thursday?!?! >:D
If so, where and when?
Post by: JFanaselle on November 29, 2016, 04:00:05 PM
Post by: ghenderson21 on November 30, 2016, 09:08:46 AM
Post by: PainRoller on November 30, 2016, 10:11:56 AM
Unfortunately, I don't think I'll make it this month. :-\ Getting out of work at a decent enough hour to fight traffic and make it there before 9:00 pm will be challenging. I took last Wednesday and Monday off to travel to my parents house for Thanksgiving, and I'll be taking tomorrow off due to an unexpected death in my wife's family. Plus my boss is in town this week so sneaking away early will be next to impossible.
Sounds like you had fun in AZ. ;)
Sorry for your family's loss. Please pass our condolences on to your wife.
Also out. For whatever reason, i've drawn the "you close on Thursday" card at work. Pretty much every Thursday for the last 8 weeks.
No worries.....we can re-evaluate next year ;)
Was hoping to get a day/weekend of off roading in this month. But it's looking too crazy with our schedule. So since we probs won't see you guys until next year:
Have a safe and happy Christmas and New Years!
Post by: JFanaselle on January 16, 2017, 12:29:58 PM
Anyway, there has been an overall lack of participation from the IE crowd on this one. It's nice to see PainRoller and FiG and Motorpig77 and Edwin562, but we were really hoping to get more folks out there each month and meet some new and friendly faces. So for now, maybe until the weather warms back up, we'll go ahead and put this on hold. Maybe in April or May when the days get longer, we can re-launch this and get some interest/attendance from the rest of the IE crowd. Might not be a terrible idea to change the day of the week, and maybe tie it into a short trail run each month...we'll see what we can figure out.