Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/ Upper Canada Cruisers en-ca http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/images/ucclogo.jpg http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/ webmaster@uppercanadacruisers.com http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=121 On Jan 30 the UCC membership gathered for the year end party at Donatello's in downtown Toronto. Here we have the "Fab 4". From left to right, charming Jodi, lovely Christine, elegant Lynn and divine Petra. Click here to view the rest of the pictures Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=120 "Sunlight on Chrome" - By Andy Hertel, December, Every Year Just a few thoughts from within the cold dark confines of "Winter Storage:" A motorcycles mind... It’s a strange feeling. It is a feeling which is both eerie and exciting. The time of the year indicated by the calendar pinned slightly askew just above the tool box to my right, tells me that it is the start of the annual hibernation season - yet the unmistakable brilliant rays of sunshine stream forcibly and unyieldingly through the cracks around the perimeter of my stall. By this time of the year, I’ve usually had a fresh change of my fluids, been tendered to the wall with the gentle pierce of two alligator clips (normally one black and the other with a red rubber jacket) snugly fastened to my side. By this time, I am usually tucked safely away and comfortably covered to protect me from debris, dust and to render my service officially complete for the season. But mysteriously, not today... Mon, 8 Feb 2010 15:58:38 -0700 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=106 2010 TORONTO INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SUPERSHOW As in previous years, Upper Canada Cruisers provided a noticeable and polished presence at the 2010 Motorcycle show. As of Fri early afternoon a multitude of show goers had stopped by the club booth to chat with our members and ask about the club. Tony & Jodi Pastor and Danny Klassen manning the booth at the SuperShow "Let the good times roll!" Ray Charles - "Let The Good Times Roll" lyrics Fri, 15 Jan 2010 21:07:54 -0700 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=113 Sunday Afternoon Ride to Stoney Creek Dairy What a gorgeous fall day it turned out to be. Freddy appeared at Timmy's the same time Lynn and I were backing our bikes into a parking space. Ordered a cup of java and while we were sipping our coffee Mark T rolled up on his BMW. A couple of other unknown riders -, Kal and John - pulled into Timmy's on a Harley and a Suzuki. Appears Kal has taken John, a new motorcycle graduate from Humber College, under his wing and was showing him the ropes, they were on their way to Carlisle. Eventually Dave H, Andy and Christine pulled into the parking lot.... Click Here To Read the Rest of the Story Sun, 8 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=117 "Niagara Wine Run!" Lynn and Donna hamming it up. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=119 "Let the good times roll!" Hey Ya'll, Well, with this FANTASTIC weather gracing us for the next 7 days, Lynn and I have decided to venture into Pa, take advantage of the nice weather this long weekend and give our iron steeds a scenic, twisty excursion workout.... Wed, 2 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=122 An Appalachian Adventure...."The Great Smoky Mountains" After a 1200km ride, Christine and Lynn decompressing with a “Vex On The Beach” cooler on the cabin porch at Fryemont Inn, Bryson City NC Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=116 Andy singing some Country & Western tunes at the campfire - as Andy puts it…”Hurtin' music!” "She thinks my tractor's sexy It really turns her on She's always starin' at me While I'm chuggin' along!" Kenny Chesney, “If you drink don’t drive do the watermelon crawl!” Tracy Bryd, "We got winners, we got losers Chain smokers and boozers And we got yuppies, we got bikers We got thirsty hitchhikers And the girls next door dress up like movie stars Hmm, hmm, hmm I love this bar!" Toby Keith, “God is great, beer is good and People Are Crazy!” Billy Currington, Click Here To View Rest of the Watkins Glen weekend Pictures Tue, 7 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=109 "Thanks to all who participated!" "Thanks to all who participated!" "Thanks to all who participated!" "Thanks to all who participated!" "Thanks to all who participated!" Parking at the Terra Cotta Inn ready to enjoy a scrumptious lunch Today's run was an amalgamation of the Caledon and Burlington Bay loop rides. Disappointed I wasn't able to attend Upper Canada Cruisers annual Canada Day pilgrimage to Watkin’s Glen NY, I was definitely looking forward to capitalizing on a gorgeous summer day with like minded riders.... Click here to view the rest of the pictures Mon, 6 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=114 "Let the good times roll!" Woke up this morning to beautiful blue skies and a warm temperature of 23*. Didn’t have to coax Lynn for a quick jaunt to the Niagara area, she was well ahead of me on my mindful thoughts.... Click Here To View the Rest of the Pictures Sat, 27 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=118 "Stunt Demonstration" - after breakfast at Timmys, drove home to get booster cables to boost Dave H’s Nomad…he left his bike key in the “ON” position during breakfast which effectively discharged his bike’s battery - arrived at Envy Rides around 11am and it was brimming with excitement…DJ Flow 93.5 music blaring…bike stunts shows…bikini bike wash…showroom floor busy with purchasers…burger & drink $4…hotdog & drink $3.50…pull a wheelie machine for $20 (only machine in Ontario)…you could get your tires inflated with nitrogen $20…there was best in show contest…Sheridan College motorcycle training booth…also, other charity ride booths A controlled "Stoppie" Sun, 14 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=115 "Americade" Monday - Woke up to sunny skies and temps quickly rose into the 60’s – weather station on the GMRS radio mentions the possibility of rain on Wednesday…arrrgh! - Dan Hill having left Sunday and staying overnight at his fathers place, near Kingston, finally arrived late in the afternoon - Dan regaled his terrifying white knuckle ride over the treacherous Ogdensburg bridge - Motorcycle excitement was brewing in Lake George - Accommodation next door at HoJo's $89.95 for 2 double beds - Price of gas $2.69/gallon - Meandered through Wally World and picked up evening grub – Johnsonville Brats and salad - Just chillaxed the rest of the day - Tonight temps dropping down to the freezing point…brrrrrrr! - Had a GREAT campfire in the evening Lynn sitting on her 2007 Kawasaki 900LT Click Here To View the rest of the Americade pictures Tue, 9 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=107 Easterbrooks!!!!!!!."Home of the foot long hotdog" Let me be a little philosophical and say today's ride represents the snow flake principal...That is to say, no two are alike. "Big Al" led a group of six eager riders on what I thought would be the traditional Burlington Bay loop and Niagara escarpment ride..... "Easterbrook's Hot Dog Stand" - 694 Spring Gardens Road, Burlington, ON(Located behind the Royal Botanical Gardens) Foot Long Cheese Dog Mon, 18 May 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=77 WOW!What a FANTASTIC day for a motorcycle ride today! After a hearty breakfast, Lynn (my wife) and I saddled up and around 10:30am and headed towards the picturesque Niagara region. As we casually cruised along Lakeshore Road, through downtown Oakville, we glanced at the foggy, ripple free Lake Ontario from the Sixteen Mile river bridge…the lake water was calm and smooth as glass. In Burlington, we pulled over and I snapped a picture of Lynn with the misty Burlington Skyway Bridge in the background. Tue, 4 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=75 From the Wheels section of the Toronto Star by Lorraine Sommerfeld Oct 02, 2008 The first time I walked into the Wheels section at the Star, the first question I was asked was whether I had my motorcycle licence. Well, "No", I responded. How could that possibly be a condition of writing about cars? As I soon learned from five sets of eyeballs glowering at me from under heavy brows, it was indeed a consideration in this bike-crazy office. Mon, 3 Nov 2008 18:40:57 -0700 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=74 STREET SMART Get road ready for Fall Conditions “There are really three factors key to riding in the fall,” explains Andy Hertel, manager of motorcycle-rider training at Humber College in Toronto. “One is rider preparation, and the others are the environment and road users.” Mon, 3 Nov 2008 16:45:07 -0700 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=73 Winterizing Your Bike Those lovely wintery scenes from the Northeastern U.S and the impending winter weather forecast for Eastern Ontario and parts is another reminder to lay our bikes to rest for another season. In that regard, here is a link you may find useful in winterizing your bikes. Click here for Winter Storage link Tue, 28 Oct 2008 22:47:25 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=82 A great Fall day for Al’s circuitous tour of the Niagara Escarpmant and Wine Country. Did I count 10 bikes with 3 riding 2 up? Do I forecast a couple or 3 new members for UCC? Donna? Lidia? Derek (that was the name right with his Polish tourist passenger? Sorry, forgot her name, too)? Sun, 28 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=96 GOTTA LUV PA Dear UCC Members, Due to overwhelming demand there will be a repeat of the Tristate tour during the labour day weekend. Take-off is from exit 38B (Niagara-on-the Lake) at precisely 8:30 AM, Fri Aug 29 .Planned return for Mon Sept 1. Please arrive earlier if you are having coffee or breakfast. Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=101 Watched the motorcops do their timed partner ride, today, at Humber College in lot 4. They attach a tether between 2 bikes and quickly ride a slalom course. If the tether breaks or a pylon is knocked over, they are disqualified. Very cool exercise! There definitely was a lot of testosterone in the air. Final competition is tomorrow... "Let the good times roll!" Click Here for More Photos Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=86 "Hi There!" Lynn and I just got back from beautiful West Virginia... We left 'GPS Fred' and party Monday morning, in Somerset Pa, for their trek back home while Lynn and I headed south into West Virginia via Rte 219 In WV Lynn noticed a sign which read CAUTION: This road not recommended for trucks..."Hey!", she cracked over the CB radio,"Must be a motorcycle road with wicked tight twists and turns." We quickly hit the binders and turned onto Rte 72. Initially the road was fine, but then it turned into a frost heaved choppy ride with vicious uphill/downhill narrow switchbacks...barely got out of 2nd gear for 17 miles... Wed, 6 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=71 Day 1 – Saturday, July 5th-- Odometer: 10,847 Oakville, ON – Bike was packed the night before and after a morning coffee at Starbucks, Mark Taylor arrives and we head out @ 6:55AM to meet the other members of the Gape 5 at Bayview and Sheppard. Met up at the Esso and after providing duct tape (never used on the HD, by the way!) to do a temporary eyeglass repair for Peter we headed for Kingston @ 7:50AM! So begins BIG SLAB DAY……a beautiful sunny day and some “2-Buck” bursts! Sun, 22 Jun 2008 15:30:51 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=84 2008 Americade Highlights Lake George New York Friday Arrived Lake George Battleground State Park under dark ominous skies and very quickly set up tent and tarp before the rain started..."WHEW!" Nighttime temps were in the 50’s with a light drizzle of rain. Sun, 8 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=85 Good Morning Riders, Singers, Hummers and "Clappers Alongers"... Okay... hopefully I managed to campture your attention and with no dis-respect intended to Dwight Yoakam in the subject line.... I am proposing for those attending the July long weekend in New York... that we organize the very first - unofficial (and probably ultimately unnecessary) (Are you ready for this....?) Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.uppercanadacruisers.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=81 Riders! Unfortunately, the icy grip of winter has arrived early this year...and with it the inevitable realization riding will have to wait until spring. Thu, 29 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0700