Post Reply 
 
Thread Rating:
  • 0 Votes - 0 Average
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
Any members along the total eclipse path?
Author Message
kvdv Offline
1st Service Completed

U.S.
Posts: 162
Joined: Jul 2015
Post: #1
Any members along the total eclipse path?
Hi all - this may be a crazy ask and totally presumptuous, but is there anyone out there who lives in Oregon along the path of the upcoming eclipse who might also have room for a couple of fellow riders to either couch surf or camp in your backyard? The wife and I are leaving early enough for the Western CB1100 rally to also wander into the path of the eclipse on the way if we want to, but virtually every hotel along the path is booked or charging obscene (gouging) prices.
I know it's a long shot, and we're ok with missing the eclipse if it comes down to it, but I thought it might be worth a try. Thanks! - KvdV
07-24-2017 03:00 PM
Find all posts by this user Quote this message in a reply
TwoBrothersBusa Offline
1st Service Completed

TN
Posts: 108
Joined: Jun 2017
Post: #2
RE: Any members along the total eclipse path?
I'm in Cleveland, TN (in path) but that might be a bit far from your requested location!

(07-24-2017 03:00 PM)kvdv Wrote:  Hi all - this may be a crazy ask and totally presumptuous, but is there anyone out there who lives in Oregon along the path of the upcoming eclipse who might also have room for a couple of fellow riders to either couch surf or camp in your backyard? The wife and I are leaving early enough for the Western CB1100 rally to also wander into the path of the eclipse on the way if we want to, but virtually every hotel along the path is booked or charging obscene (gouging) prices.
I know it's a long shot, and we're ok with missing the eclipse if it comes down to it, but I thought it might be worth a try. Thanks! - KvdV

2014 CB1100
2018 Street Triple R
2016 R1200RT
2017 GSXR1000 - Track Duty
07-24-2017 04:07 PM
Find all posts by this user Quote this message in a reply
husky385 Offline
1st Service Completed

Eugene Oregon
Posts: 225
Joined: Nov 2015
Post: #3
RE: Any members along the total eclipse path?
(07-24-2017 03:00 PM)kvdv Wrote:  Hi all - this may be a crazy ask and totally presumptuous, but is there anyone out there who lives in Oregon along the path of the upcoming eclipse who might also have room for a couple of fellow riders to either couch surf or camp in your backyard? The wife and I are leaving early enough for the Western CB1100 rally to also wander into the path of the eclipse on the way if we want to, but virtually every hotel along the path is booked or charging obscene (gouging) prices.
I know it's a long shot, and we're ok with missing the eclipse if it comes down to it, but I thought it might be worth a try. Thanks! - KvdV

I live in Eugene Oregon If it is in the total eclipse path you are welcome to come stay here and observe.
Kevin
(This post was last modified: 07-24-2017 10:12 PM by husky385.)
07-24-2017 10:11 PM
Find all posts by this user Quote this message in a reply
The ferret Offline
Forum Moderator

Ohio
Posts: 31,277
Joined: Apr 2013
Post: #4
RE: Any members along the total eclipse path?
is Eugene in this band?

https://eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/SEmono/TSE...17-usa.jpg

.
Defender of the Realm
2014 DLX (the pleasure horse)
2021 NC750X DCT (Angry Bird)
(This post was last modified: 07-25-2017 11:18 AM by The ferret.)
07-25-2017 11:18 AM
Find all posts by this user Quote this message in a reply
johnf514 Offline
1st Service Completed

Orlando
Posts: 206
Joined: Jun 2016
Post: #5
RE: Any members along the total eclipse path?
Ferret, it sure is! Eugene is the place to be for the eclipse if you're out in OR.
07-25-2017 01:19 PM
Find all posts by this user Quote this message in a reply
husky385 Offline
1st Service Completed

Eugene Oregon
Posts: 225
Joined: Nov 2015
Post: #6
RE: Any members along the total eclipse path?
(07-25-2017 11:18 AM)The ferret Wrote:  is Eugene in this band?

https://eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/SEmono/TSE...17-usa.jpg
Ferret, It looks like we are about 20 miles or so south of that band but would be easy to get to that band before the eclipse. I think it is supposed to start around 10 am here.
I'm not an expert but I think it will be pretty dark here any way.
Kevin

Just for general info that offer is open to any one on the forum.
Kevin
(This post was last modified: 07-25-2017 01:27 PM by husky385.)
07-25-2017 01:21 PM
Find all posts by this user Quote this message in a reply
Flynrider Offline
Been There

Phoenix, AZ
Posts: 3,233
Joined: Apr 2013
Post: #7
RE: Any members along the total eclipse path?
Any road that intersects with the path of totality is going to be a zoo on eclipse day. Leave extra early.

My buddy is the district ranger on a national forest in Idaho and they're expecting tens of thousands at every road and highway that intersects the path.

I've chosen an easier route. My little plane and I will be flying above the crowds during the eclipse. As an added bonus I'll be experiencing it for about twice as long as those on the ground by flying along the path at 140 mph.

Have fun!

Phoenix, AZ
2013 CB1100 - Big Red
1993 CB750 Nighthawk - Tahitian Blue
07-25-2017 05:36 PM
Find all posts by this user Quote this message in a reply
The ferret Offline
Forum Moderator

Ohio
Posts: 31,277
Joined: Apr 2013
Post: #8
RE: Any members along the total eclipse path?
That's it Flyn... Rub it in

.
Defender of the Realm
2014 DLX (the pleasure horse)
2021 NC750X DCT (Angry Bird)
07-25-2017 05:41 PM
Find all posts by this user Quote this message in a reply
EmptySea Offline
Lives On Two Wheels

Chicagoland, USA
Posts: 7,004
Joined: Jun 2013
Post: #9
RE: Any members along the total eclipse path?
I am giving thought to riding down to Paducah, KY or maybe Carbondale, IL for the eclipse. A little less than 400 miles from home. Will have to leave pretty early, but if the weather's good I could get down there and back pretty easy, I think

MTC

"If you can’t go home again, at least you can enjoy the ride” — Peter Egan


2013 CB1100 non-abs
2013 CB1100 abs
07-25-2017 07:11 PM
Find all posts by this user Quote this message in a reply
Stichill Offline
Road Warrior

Northern Kentucky, USA
Posts: 2,353
Joined: Oct 2014
Post: #10
RE: Any members along the total eclipse path?
The closest point of totality to where I live is White House, Tennessee. I was planning to take the day off and ride down but now I have to go out of town on a business trip. Undecided

2012 Honda CBR250RA Candy Ruby Red/Silver
07-25-2017 07:41 PM
Find all posts by this user Quote this message in a reply
Post Reply 


[-]
Forum Friends
Premium Exhausts & Unique Parts from Japan

[-]
Recent Posts
Triumph Thruxton RS Final Edition
Looking back at your offer, that is very . . .Gone in 60 — 11:59 AM
Triumph Thruxton RS Final Edition
The same bike not even broken in with . . .m in sc — 11:53 AM
What did you do on, or to, your CB today?
Chilly but sunny day and another 87 mile . . .peterbaron — 11:51 AM
CB1100 Monthly Photo Challenge
:clap:peterbaron — 11:50 AM
Triumph Thruxton RS Final Edition
The same bike not even broken in with 1, . . .Ollie — 11:46 AM
Triumph Thruxton RS Final Edition
CRISIS During the time that the Triumph . . .misterprofessionality — 11:25 AM
CB1100 Monthly Photo Challenge
Nah, just routine - catch, flip on back . . .Gone in 60 — 10:13 AM
CB1100 Monthly Photo Challenge
Did you administer your cats a sleeping . . .peterbaron — 10:04 AM

[-]
Statistics
» Members: 6,518
» Latest member: JoshuaER
» Forum threads: 15,974
» Forum posts: 329,760

Full Statistics

>
Forum Jump: