Jason Went Spying

The Rocky Mountaineers Motorcycle Club of Colorado held its 36th Annual Golden Fleece Run (GFR) July 1-4, 2010. This years theme was "007 Jason goes spying". The annual event kicked off with a cocktail party at the Denver Wrangler Wednesday evening.

Over 56 people attended this years event including representatives from: 4-Players of Colorado, Border Riders BC, Chicago Hellfire, Cowtown Leathermen, Denver Boys of Leather, Rocky Mountain Leather Alliance, Rocky Mountaineers MC, Oedipus MC Los Angeles, Satyrs MC Los Angeles and many unaffiliated. (let me know if I missed someone.)

Allan served as this years GFR Chairman. Carlos suggested the theme and did the art work for the poster; he also planned all of the meals and ran the kitchen. Special thanks to Scott R., John D. and Ron Heath for their hard work in the kitchen. Many club members, 4-Players and others helped with the setup and teardown.

The clubs Trail Boss, Todd, led a group of riders on an enduro run that included stops in Winter Park and Walden. It was a good thing someone was wearing a full-face helmet when they did a face-plant south of Walden; he's ok but the bike is probably a loss. The big cloud of dust was quite a sight to see! Special thanks to David of the Oedipus MC for the use of his AAA card and staying for the tow truck, Daniel for packing the extra gear onto his BMW, and the Walden/Jackson volunteer Fire Department for their quick response. Oh, the mosquitoes up there are huge - and vicious! It was still an enjoyable ride in spite of the mishap and riding the last 12 miles in the rain. If you are ever in Walden Colorado stop and eat at the Moose Creek Cafe.

The weather was a little more cooperative this year. Rain set in at 5:00 PM Thursday night and rained off and on through the night. It rained off and on Friday afternoon but cleared out in the evening. We had good weather for the rest of the event. Last years GFR, "Cabaret on the Titanic", was aptly named.

Our Fire Fairy, Bill, had a camp fire going every evening. Several people did sit around the fire Thursday night but the rain made for a short night. I don't know what the Boys of Leather put in the drinks Friday night but it made for an interesting and verbose camp fire. Saturdays fire was equally interesting; Jason the Spy telegraphed that people were still up at 4 in the morning!

The 4-Players of Colorado took people out on a moderate level 4x4 excursion Friday afternoon while Keith led another group of people on a moderate level hike. Friday also saw the first of the "People Events" which involved a variety of fruit. It was a lot of fun. It isn't as easy as you might think. (see the pictures).

On Saturday the 4-Players took people up to Longbow Reservoir. They also planned to go over a "mud road" unfortunately that road was closed. We had "Bike Events" later in the afternoon. The "Weenie Bite" buddy event was ditched because the wind kept knocking the polls down, but we still had a "Slow Race" and a "Drag Race" - Don, you looked fabulous! (see pictures). There were more People Games Saturday afternoon, and a Wii Bowling tournament Friday and Saturday night.

The live music by Rick Pontalion Friday and Saturday evening was extra special. I thoroughly enjoyed his performance. He performs at the "aqua Lounge" (formerly Mozart's) every 2nd Saturday. Rick is a former member of the RMMC and was awarded the clubs Top Hand award in 2004 and the Peak to Peak award in 2005.

The meals were excellent! Carlos, Ron, Scott, John, Brandon and Michael put in a lot of hard work preparing our meals. Great job guys!

The 36th Annual Golden Fleece Run concluded with closing ceremonies, presentation of colors, awards, and singing our traditional song "Old Friends Do" (ABBA). This song has very deep significance in our community.

We hope everyone who attended had a good time and we look forward to seeing you again next year.


Slide show


View our on-line photo album. Contact Clyde (rmmcofcolorado at gmail) if you have pictures you want to share.


Awards:

Golden Fleece
Ed found the Golden Fleece and donated his prize to the Boys of Leather.

Cocktail Party Appreciation
4-Players
Boulder County Family
Rocky Mountain Leather Alliance
Denver Boys of Leather
Cowtown Leathermen
Satyrs MC – LA

Domestic Diva Award
Scott R. and John D.

Kitchen Help Appreciation
Brandon, Denver, CO
Michael, Denver, CO

People Events
1st Place – Jay, Denver, CO
2nd Place – Brandon, Denver, CO
3rd Place – Jim, Boulder, CO

Buddy Events
1st Place – Brandon, Denver, CO
2nd Place – Dave, Oedipus MC, LA
3rd Place – Donald, Satyrs MC, LA

Biker Events
1st place – Andre, Oedipus MC, LA
2nd Place – Jay, Denver, CO
3rd Place – Dave, Oedipus MC, LA

Long Distance Biker
Sven, Border Riders MC, Vancouver, BC.

Club Participation Award
1st Place – Oedipus MC, LA, California
2nd Place – Satyrs MC, LA, California

Special Club Appreciation Award
4- Players of Colorado

Low Range Virgin No More (4 x 4 award)
Jay, Denver, CO

Fashionista Award
Scott B, Broomfield, CO

Fashion Victim Award
Keith, Longmont, CO

Entertainment, Sound, Lighting
Rick Pontalion, Denver, CO

House Beautiful
1st Place – Oedipus MC, LA, CA
Runner Up – Darrin and Arthur, Denver, CO

Scavenger Hunt
Oedipus MC, LA, CA


PS. You'll have to take a number if you want to give Dick a hard time about his truck. It died in Fort Collins on the way back; may it rest in peace. Dick is now looking for someone with a bigger truck to pull the trailer next year.


--Clyde, RMMC Dispatcher
http://www.rockymountaineers.org
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