I have a friend in Frisco that owns Isabella's Italian restaurant. It has a HUGE fountain in front of it and I mentioned this group and how nice it would look to have a picture with all the sexy Italian bikes around the fountain in front of his restaurant. He loved the idea and offered to cut us a nice deal for happy hour drinks and snacks if we can make arrangements to get our butts out to his place for some pictures. There is a nice outdoor patio facing the fountain.
Apparantly, he's lived in Italy before and mentioned that most restuarants have nice bikes parked out in front and it would make his place look more authentic. So, the plan is to possibly do some of our gatherings there and he'll give us special prices whenever we go....Just for us. [beer]
So what do you guys and gals think? ;D
Here's the website: http://www.isabellasrestaurant.net/
Ummm, well, gee, lemme think...... HELL YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!
I say let's skip the committee on this one and go for it. [laugh]
Too cool [thumbsup]
I'm down, seein' that it's just around the corner from me. [thumbsup]
Drinks? Italian food? Where do I sign up for this? 8)
OK, make me go, I dare you. [thumbsup]
Date and Time please [thumbsup]
Let's get this on the calendar [thumbsup] [moto] [beer]
Ok, so what's a good time for this? The more, the merrier...and the better the picture will look! :)
We can go on Sundays too! They have a good brunch menu. They also have two TV's in the bar to watch racing if needed. :)
Quote from: Asia1098 on June 16, 2008, 09:15:11 AM
Ok, so what's a good time for this? The more, the merrier...and the better the picture will look! :)
We can go on Sundays too! They have a good brunch menu. They also have two TV's in the bar to watch racing if needed. :)
Sunday might be good [thumbsup]
Which direction does the restaurant/fountain face?
Sounds like a good time.
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 16, 2008, 09:21:19 AM
Sunday might be good [thumbsup]
Which direction does the restaurant/fountain face?
Do you guys want to do this after the Meunster ride this Sunday the 22nd??
Restaurant is located at Legacy and 121. If I'm correct, the restaurant faces North in the shopping strip and the fountain in a roundabout to the north. It is just across from The Silver Fox steak house (where I work) :).
Quote from: Asia1098 on June 16, 2008, 09:33:42 AM
Restaurant is located at Legacy and 121. If I'm correct, the restaurant faces North in the shopping strip and the fountain in a roundabout to the north.
Can someone up there do a little location scouting? The sun might be perfect 1st thing in the morning & suck at sunset, or vice-versa...
A quick snapshot at 1st & last light might help [thumbsup]
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 16, 2008, 09:39:48 AM
Can someone up there do a little location scouting? The sun might be perfect 1st thing in the morning & suck at sunset, or vice-versa...
A quick snapshot at 1st & last light might help [thumbsup]
I know. It would also look really cool with the fountain lights on. [thumbsup]
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg99/bakerfoto/Picture13.jpg)
I'll swing by and see if there's any significant structures built since this pic but I think the west side is pretty wide open.
Looks like a sunset shot to me...
Quote from: Asia1098 on June 16, 2008, 09:33:42 AM
Do you guys want to do this after the Meunster ride this Sunday the 22nd??
This sounds like a blast. Don't know about doing it after Muenster though. I know I'm pretty beat after a day of riding in the heat.
I think we'll need a pic of DLS dragging a knee around that fountain
OK, I just passed by and took some pics around 12:30pm...
Fountain facing Southeast:
(http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w308/barrysy/fountainandrestfacingsouth.jpg)
Fountain facing West:
(http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w308/barrysy/fountainfacingWest.jpg)
Front patio:
(http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w308/barrysy/frontpatio.jpg)
Side and rear patio:
(http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w308/barrysy/sideandrearpatio.jpg)
From the Silver Fox parking lot facing West (It would look really cool with no cars and all bikes around that fountain at night!) :
(http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w308/barrysy/FacingWestfromparkinglot.jpg)
I work Wed- Sat nights. I'm off Sun-Tue. So that's pretty much my availability for the next week or so.
im def in!
Would be a great shot of the bikes around the fountain from above--who's got the hook-up on a crane or helicopter? [evil]
I have a giant crane.
Quote from: svoloch on June 16, 2008, 04:24:32 PM
I have a giant crane.
Well with that, my "Battering Ram", and a catapult, we can lay (Yeah, it's a pun...) siege to that place!!! 8) [drink] [beer] [drink]
Are they Puggle friendly? It would be handy during any siege to have a "secret weapon".
Hahaha.. I said "battering"... ;D
Why is Svoloch picking his nose & laughing?
(http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?action=dlattach;attach=925;type=avatar)
because it's FUNNY! [thumbsup]
just not as funny as a purple teletubby from hell.... ;)
(http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?action=dlattach;attach=181;type=avatar)
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 16, 2008, 04:35:18 PM
Why is Svoloch picking his nose & laughing?
(http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?action=dlattach;attach=925;type=avatar)
I always thought he was smelling his finger...
Quote from: svoloch on June 16, 2008, 04:35:56 PM
just not as funny as a purple teletubby from hell....
...that knows where you live [evil]
OK, that's it! It's official. This thread has gone to shit. What took so long? [laugh] [clap]
Quote from: fastwin on June 16, 2008, 04:47:44 PM
OK, that's it! It's official. This thread has gone to shit. What took so long? [laugh] [clap]
Cher's out of town... [laugh]
pick a date and time maybe the sun the 29th. hell frisco is a drive for me plus some of the southwesties.
See you guys need some "classic" style. I guess Jim and I can help you out. [thumbsup]
Make sure to post an update when we finalize date/time.
Gee, I guess my feelings must be hurt if I had any. Can I join you "classic" club? [laugh]
Quote from: fastwin on June 16, 2008, 06:44:23 PM
Gee, I guess my feelings must be hurt if I had any. Can I join you "classic" club? [laugh]
I dunno, brian. I've not see it. Is it black? ;D
Nice Brian, bring the BinB out for this pic!
Quote from: Ideapimp on June 16, 2008, 06:49:32 PM
I dunno, brian. I've not see it. Is it black? ;D
Well, duh? Of course it's black! [cheeky] That's why it's called Back In Black. ;D It's the fastest Sport Classic color... as if you don't know!
Quote from: calscrazy on June 16, 2008, 05:49:35 PM
pick a date and time maybe the sun the 29th. hell frisco is a drive for me plus some of the southwesties.
I'll chat with the owner and see what day is best for us to raid his referigerator. ;D [drink]
In the meantime, what day of the week is best for everyone?
Quote from: Asia1098 on June 16, 2008, 07:24:27 PM
I'll chat with the owner and see what day is best for us to raid his referigerator. ;D [drink]
In the meantime, what day of the week is best for everyone?
I'll go ahead and speak for the group. Thursdays are best.
Now that we've settled that, the group has also appointed me as this months alcohol benefactor. It's sort of like the "Employee of the Month Parking Space", except that whenever we're out and about, I NEVER have to pay for my own drinks. Thanks for the honor. [thumbsup]
As it should be! [wine]
Quote from: fastwin on June 16, 2008, 06:56:04 PM
Well, duh? Of course it's black! [cheeky] That's why it's called Back In Black. ;D It's the fastest Sport Classic color... as if you don't know!
Oh, right. YOU'RE the one with the b in b. Then yes, you may join. [thumbsup]
Quote from: Ideapimp on June 16, 2008, 06:49:32 PM
I dunno, brian. I've not see it. Is it black? ;D
I think it's cute that one our newest members is whipping out the cheap come-on with fastwin ...
You go, you crazy kids, there's not enough love in the world...
well, while I'm being "cute" did we ever figure out a day/time?
Quote from: Ideapimp on June 18, 2008, 07:17:52 AM
well, while I'm being "cute" did we ever figure out a day/time?
I'll be talking to the owner today...after work. I usually work on Thursday evenings, so I'll have to make arrangements to get that day off.
Let's shoot tentaviely for around 7:00-7:30 on Thursday, June 26th? How does that sound for everyone. Jap bikes are welcome too (They just won't look as sexy). ;D
On the other hand, for best results with fewer distractions in the parking lot, Sunday is the best. :)
Quote from: Asia1098 on June 18, 2008, 08:23:48 AM
Jap bikes are welcome too (They just won't look as sexy). ;D
OK, all right already, I get the point. Jeez, I'll ride something Italian. [laugh]
Quote from: Asia1098 on June 18, 2008, 08:23:48 AM
On the other hand, for best results with fewer distractions in the parking lot, Sunday is the best. :)
Sunday sounds good to me...
Quote from: fastwin on June 18, 2008, 08:30:45 AM
OK, all right already, I get the point. Jeez, I'll ride something Italian. [laugh]
Yes please, I still want to see the BinB out on the road [moto]
Since I mistakenly placed this response in the incorrect thread, perhaps we should make this the destination part of the all Duc round up [thumbsup]
Quote from: bryant8 on June 18, 2008, 09:13:19 AM
Yes please, I still want to see the BinB out on the road [moto]
Since I mistakenly placed this response in the incorrect thread, perhaps we should make this the destination part of the all Duc round up [thumbsup]
Sounds like a good idea with a big and classy outdoor patio and large open parking spaces available.....not to mention it's Italian. ;D [moto]
So, how many want it on a Sunday (Better for us all traffic and photo wise)? ;D [beer]
And how many would like it on a Thursday (More traffice and lots of customers to get in our way)? :P
I vote for Sunday [thumbsup]
I vote Sunday [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
What time are all y'all thinking for this Sunday?
Food?
Where-when?
ignore me, i got a little lost. from "new posts" i thought this was the MOB! o_o
i really doubt i could make it to Dallas on Sunday.
Quote from: m0t0g0th on June 18, 2008, 12:55:23 PM
Food?
Where-when?
ignore me, i got a little lost. from "new posts" i thought this was the MOB! o_o
i really doubt i could make it to Dallas on Sunday.
you would be totally badass if you did, though...
Ah, I just realized that the Muenster ride is this Sunday and after riding all day in 95 degree heat I will probably smell and feel like I have spent the day in a dumpster. Not the best condition to hang in a nice restaurant. Any patrons downwind of me would never return. No biggie but I think I'll pass. Besides that way there's no chance a stray Jap bike makes it in the pic! [thumbsup]
Quote from: Girlrider on June 18, 2008, 12:41:32 PM
What time are all y'all thinking for this Sunday?
NOT this Sunday.
+1 for both dls and fastwin. i agree with a sunday just not this sunday. there's whole calendar loaded with them just pick one and you'll get a good turnout.
Quote from: m0t0g0th on June 18, 2008, 12:55:23 PM
ignore me, i got a little lost.
We already have MORE than enough people to ignore around here... [cheeky]
Quote from: calscrazy on June 18, 2008, 05:07:34 PM
+1 for both dls and fastwin. i agree with a sunday just not this sunday. there's whole calendar loaded with them just pick one and you'll get a good turnout.
ditto! [thumbsup]
Quote from: calscrazy on June 18, 2008, 05:07:34 PM
+1 for both dls and fastwin. i agree with a sunday just not this sunday. there's whole calendar loaded with them just pick one and you'll get a good turnout.
+2? I am out of town this Sunday.
cdc
It's not this Sunday.
I was just getting an idea of what day we should do it. I talked with the owner and he said said any day is fine, but did mention that Sunday would be the best for all involved due to the convenience of less traffic. [thumbsup] Just let me know and I'll set up a day. How does next Sunday sound? Or maybe the next one after that?
Bump! ;D
Is Sunday the 29th of June OK for everyone to do this? [thumbsup]
I'm in!
bueno, I'll be there
OK, I'm back in for the 29th. I'm sure I will smell much better by then! [thumbsup]
outlook good [thumbsup]
I'm down. They have a cigar friendly patio as well.
magic 8 ball................outlook good!
Quote from: Asia1098 on June 18, 2008, 10:18:24 AM
So, how many want it on a Sunday (Better for us all traffic and photo wise)? ;D [beer]
And how many would like it on a Thursday (More traffice and lots of customers to get in our way)? :P
Thursday evening would be better for me. Thanks.
Pura vida!
George
Quote from: Asia1098 on June 19, 2008, 02:24:17 PM
Bump! ;D
Is Sunday the 29th of June OK for everyone to do this? [thumbsup]
Darn! I'll be in France. The south of France. ;D Perhaps next time.
Pura vida!
George
Quote from: GeorgeInDallas on June 19, 2008, 06:18:51 PM
Darn! I'll be in France. The south of France. ;D Perhaps next time.
Pura vida!
George
We'll miss you , but looks like your gonna be having a much better time than we will. :) Have a safe trip in Europe. [thumbsup]
No kidding, South of France towards Nice and Monte Carlo or North Texas in summer... hmmmm, let me think? Jeez, that's a hard one?? [moto] Been there done that, just doesn't get any better than the French/Swiss/ Italian Alps in the summer on a bike! Best scooter memory of all time!
OK...The photos, food, and drink are scheduled on JUNE 29th @ 5:30 till whenever they close. Plans have been finalized tonight. Hope to see lots of you guys there! Invite friends who ride too. We need to fill up that whole rotunda with bikes. [moto]
Does this bike make my rotunda look big?? Be honest! ;D
If I'm not working, I'll be there [thumbsup]
Quote from: cdc on June 20, 2008, 12:44:49 PM
in....like Flynn!
cdc
"American expression meaning to be successful emphatically or quickly, especially in regard to sexual seduction, refers to the Australian-born actor Errol Flynn. His drinking, drug-taking and sexual exploits were renowned, even for Hollywood, but the phrase is said to have been coined following his acquittal in February 1943 for the statutory rape of a teenage svoloch."
Quote from: CountPuggula on June 21, 2008, 11:56:52 AM
"American expression meaning to be successful emphatically or quickly, especially in regard to sexual seduction, refers to the Australian-born actor Errol Flynn. His drinking, drug-taking and sexual exploits were renowned, even for Hollywood, but the phrase is said to have been coined following his acquittal in February 1943 for the statutory rape of a teenage svoloch."
Just goes to show you how much I know about these things. Good job Count!
cdc
This is just a few miles from home for me, will be there, maybe just a bit delayed. I will be on the way home from Austin Sunday, so hopefully traffic is smooth.
Is this still a go?
Quote from: bryant8 on June 27, 2008, 09:04:35 AM
Is this still a go?
Yup! [thumbsup] I really hope you guys show up. It just won't be the same with out you guys. [beer] It's more of a social event with a photo opp.
Quote from: Asia1098 on June 27, 2008, 09:09:08 AM
Yup! [thumbsup] I really hope you guys show up. It just won't be the same with out you guys. [beer] It's more of a social event with a photo opp.
cool. I'm still in for this.
i'm in like lara flynn boyle.
Quote from: McKraut on June 27, 2008, 11:04:49 AM
i'm in like lara flynn boyle.
For the love of God:
Please,
SOMEONE tell me Errol Flynn and Peter Boyle didn't have a love child...
Quote from: CountPuggula on June 27, 2008, 11:47:32 AM
For the love of God: Please, SOMEONE tell me Errol Flynn and Peter Boyle didn't have a love child...
not a terrible result...if you ask me: (http://www.myclassiclyrics.com/artist_biographies/Lara_Flynn_Boyle_Biography.jpg)
Quote from: McKraut on June 27, 2008, 11:56:39 AM
not a terrible result...if you ask me: (http://www.myclassiclyrics.com/artist_biographies/Lara_Flynn_Boyle_Biography.jpg)
OOOh. la.. la.. [thumbsup]
I like 'em twiggy...
But chickie-poo needs a cheeseburger.
I mean I wouldn't throw her away because of cracker crumbs or anything... but still...
<edit> I am impressed Errol and Peter were able to pull that off.
agghhh
wont be able to make it [bang]
still waiting on my chain and sprockets to get in.
geez really wanted to make this one.
Is your current chain off?
Quote from: rsoffar on June 27, 2008, 05:47:51 PM
agghhh
wont be able to make it [bang]
still waiting on my chain and sprockets to get in.
geez really wanted to make this one.
You don't neccessarily need a bike. Just show up and have fun. [beer]
I can press that chain back on if you need
i took it all apart in prep for the new stuff. (and because since its been sitting in the garage not drivable i cant help but to go out there and take stuff apart lol)
the old chain was not drivable anymore.
stuff should be here by tuesday though. (so i have been told)
ill def try to make it out if i can but my transportation kinda depends on my bike being drivable haha
I'll be there [thumbsup]
Might be able to make it...if I could just find WHEN it's supposed to happen in this damn thread. Little help please?
If I can, anyone wanna convoy up from White Rock area? Bryant? Anyone else?
Quote from: Ideapimp on June 28, 2008, 03:22:20 PM
Might be able to make it...if I could just find WHEN it's supposed to happen in this damn thread. Little help please?
If I can, anyone wanna convoy up from White Rock area? Bryant? Anyone else?
It's happening tomorrow (SUNDAY, JUNE 29th) at 5:30 til .....whenever we're done eating and drinking. [beer]
Quote from: Asia1098 on June 28, 2008, 03:35:48 PM
at 5:30
Well, this sorta falls on the exact wrong time for me. From about 3 or 4 until about 8 the wife and I will be at Hold Fast Tattoo's anniversary party enjoying their beer and bbq.
If it were earlier or later I coulda made it. If anything changes I'll try to hook up with some east siders and head on up.
I'll probably leave from Fort Worth to head up to Frisco
Looks like rain... :(
From the hourly forecast, looks like the rain will stop just before the party starts. ;D
Either way, this event will still proceed...rain or shine. [thumbsup] If we can't get a good picture, might as well enjoy the company.! [beer]
I'll have to bow out of this. It still looks like the weather will be OK with a good turn-out--can't wait to see the pic. [thumbsup]
When are others heading out for this gig?
I'm debating on going to alan's place for a bit before isabellas
I'm headed to LYD's now... May not make it tonight :P
It was Lane and myself among about 30 of the DFW sportbike riders .com group that represented the DFW DMF tonight. The place was very nice and the area just right for bikers with Italian food and drinks and preferred parking. We own the sidewalk. [thumbsup]
We should do a meet there and a photo shoot. I bet we can get the owner to hang our pic on the wall somewhere. He will prolly go nuts when he sees all the Ducs in a row.
cdc
I couldn't go tonight but I am still up for that idea. Hell, I'll even ride something red and Italian just to be true to the cause. [thumbsup]
Thanks Lane and Charles for showing up. [clap]
Turned out to be a very nice and managable crowd. I think I ended up counting 21 bikes. The pics are supposed to be put up on his website and he mentioned some will go on the walls of his restaurant. Cool!!!
I met a lot of new faces and introduced some new ones. I hope everyone enjoyed the evening.... I know I did.
Kenyon was impressed and offered us a special deal anytime we want to dine and drink at his place. Cdc is telling the truth...we own the sidewalk! [thumbsup] TNDR anyone?
Here are the pics that he and I took. They all kinda look the same, but a little photoshop magic and it could really look GREAT!!!
I think we had a total of five Ducati's, one MV Agusta, one BMW, two Aprillas, and a bunch of jap bikes.
http://s179.photobucket.com/albums/w308/barrysy/Isabellas%20Photo%20shoot/
I hope everyone else enjoyed LYD's party! [drink]
wow nice turn out! bikes looked great parked out like that.
man i wish i coulda made it out there...
lets do this again!
wanted to make this...but man, mindy and alan were seriously forcing me to eat an assortment of food including pork chops, brats, hamburgers, BRISKET, and corn on the cob.... [thumbsup] they also forced me to spend copious amounts of time in the pool playing volleyball. sounds like a good turnout though; hopefully i'll meet some of them at the next dinner.
Surely there will be a next time....and we need to make it right with all Italian next time!!! [thumbsup] Maybe a night shot with the fountain on. Unfortunately the fountain had electrical issues and was turned off yesterday.
Was thinking about making the trek up there, but we were at Hold Fast Tattoo's 5th anniv. party that afternoon and got a little too tipsy. Oh well, sounds like fun was had despite, I'm sure, the sad representation by the sport classic crew. Did any SCs make it up?
Barry, sorry I missed this (and Swanny's Dinner and Nora's B-Day and LYD's BBQ... Damn, this was a packed weekend [laugh]) but sometime in the near future when we're all hem-hawin' around on where to have a lunch meet-up, throw Isabella's out there again; it looks like an awesome Duc hang-out. And, I actually know exactly where it is, suburbanite that I am [roll]
Thanks for setting that up Barry. Had a great time. Calamari and pizzas on the house, yo. Yeah, My vote for sexiest bike goes to that Aprilia SXV 550. DAMN,I think I found my next bike.
Isabella's looks to be a real nice place for us to try out.
Sorry I missed out on this one, but LYD kept us busy with water volleyball
Quote from: bryant8 on June 30, 2008, 12:59:19 PM
Isabella's looks to be a real nice place for us to try out.
Sorry I missed out on this one, but LYD kept us busy with water volleyball
Okay I will take the blame since I am leaving. Sorry barry for making everyone play v-ball until dark! ;D
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on June 30, 2008, 01:00:40 PM
Okay I will take the blame since I am leaving. Sorry barry for making everyone play v-ball until dark! ;D
No problem. Such is life. You're leaving, but the restaurant will still be there so other opportunities will come. Looks like everyone had a great time at your place. Unfortunately, I work Saturday evenings. But take lots of pics so I can enjoy the party too! Hope all works out for you up North! [moto]
dude...just show up at any point from now until saturday AM and there will be a party! seriously...i'm not joking.
Quote from: McKraut on June 30, 2008, 03:38:59 PM
dude...just show up at any point from now until saturday AM and there will be a party! seriously...i'm not joking.
True that!!! [evil]
Yes, thanks Barry. It was a good time! I'm new here (just joined today) but I can't wait to meet up with you guys again! Hopefully you Monster guys can find it in your hearts to include this 848 driver ;)
Nice another 848 rider!
I hope to see you out at a meet.
Likewise mate!
are you guys going to start making out now?? :-* :-*
Quote from: McKraut on July 01, 2008, 06:45:29 AM
are you guys going to start making out now?? :-* :-*
DAMN, now that was just uncalled for! Wait... bryant8 are you a super hot chick by any chance? Wait... bryant8 are you a chick by any chance?
Quote from: Kevin848 on July 01, 2008, 06:49:37 AM
DAMN, now that was just uncalled for! Wait... bryant8 are you a super hot chick by any chance? Wait... bryant8 are you a chick by any chance?
[laugh] welll.. there was that one time he put on a woman's shirt and...
I sure did and Lu thought I looked great!
Quote from: McKraut on July 01, 2008, 06:45:29 AM
are you guys going to start making out now?? :-* :-*
Won't Rich be jealous?
Quote from: Ideapimp on July 02, 2008, 09:34:53 AM
Won't Rich be jealous?
Yeah, Rich doesn't look as good in Desmolu's clothes as Bryant [laugh]
And somehow I missed this HC trip [laugh]
This pizza was excellent ;D
Oh, pizza was the topic of this thread... knew I'd gotten side-tracked somewhere.
[evil]
I almost had a pizza last night ;D
i had progresso, and a can of corn. then i got hungry later after a few beers and decided to have a peanut butter sandwich. yum. then i was still hungry so i had a breaded chicken sandwich and loaded it with siracha chilli sauce. more yum.
Quote from: McKraut on July 03, 2008, 07:59:55 AM
i had progresso, and a can of corn. then i got hungry later after a few beers and decided to have a peanut butter sandwich. yum. then i was still hungry so i had a breaded chicken sandwich and loaded it with siracha chilli sauce. more yum.
Thanks McKraut, now I just have to have a PB&J!
Quote from: McKraut on July 03, 2008, 07:59:55 AM
i had progresso, and a can of corn. then i got hungry later after a few beers and decided to have a peanut butter sandwich. yum. then i was still hungry so i had a breaded chicken sandwich and loaded it with siracha chilli sauce. more yum.
He's just taunting some of us fat, old guys.
Taunting? YOU call that taunting?
...Eating bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin, while grilling seven racks of ribs, simultaneously sipping fine Tequilla and chewing on a Flor De Jardin...
THAT would be taunting... ;D
8)
-R