Bills 491 John Rudde Memorial ride April 9th

Jonesy · 03-08-2011, 08:32 AM

A good friend of mine and many others including Bill passed away in a car accident last week. So Bill is putting together a memorial ride on April 9th to honor a guy that we all thought was invincible.

Still pinning down details on if any events, raffles, etc will be held. I'll update this post as I get more information.

Thanks and God bless

KennyTJ · 03-08-2011, 06:53 PM

Interested, never been down to 491.

simpletoy · 03-08-2011, 07:26 PM

Will definitely be there with some friends that knew him better then me.

underpowered · 03-09-2011, 12:01 AM

He will be missed, but i know many will show in his honor.

kydc2 · 03-09-2011, 01:33 PM

I will be there!!! RIP Rudde, you will be missed.

tjrider · 03-09-2011, 10:03 PM

Ill be there, I love 491 and always so support

twiztedzuki · 03-10-2011, 06:50 PM

can sumone post directions pleaz

Jonesy · 03-10-2011, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by twiztedzuki

can sumone post directions pleaz

From Ohio take 75 south to exit 166 (crittenden)
Left off the exit (491)
Right onto US-25, go .9 miles
Left onto US-491, go 6.9 miles
Bills is on the left

dougg01 · 03-15-2011, 12:11 PM

I'd like to try and get ready to do this one, but i have GOT to wheel with other folks covering similar terrain. I will not go alone again and will not wheel alone period (even when I do get more experienced). FUBAR and SNAFU bit my butt in a moment of inattention when I am normally overly cautious. Not again.

A coordinated effort of some kind would be nice. I won't travel (even if it is only 25min from my door) to try and find someone to wheel with. It'll end up disappointing the boys if i can't find someone and we go back home and then I'll be tempted to go out alone and that ain't happening... Best not even get in the situation to begin with.

for now....consider it a stock 97 blazer with 31s.

its got more, but I am scrambling to get the loose ends tied up that the weather has been hampering.

Jonesy · 03-15-2011, 12:21 PM

Doug, is the blazer a driver or will it be trailered? My Dad is wheeling a mid 90's blazer with 31's also. Look for a red 2 door ZR2 and there group he is with. I'm sure there will be a pretty decent turn out so it shouldn't be hard to find a group to tag along with if you can't hook up with us.

underpowered · 03-15-2011, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Jonesy

Doug, is the blazer a driver or will it be trailered? My Dad is wheeling a mid 90's blazer with 31's also. Look for a red 2 door ZR2 and there group he is with. I'm sure there will be a pretty decent turn out so it shouldn't be hard to find a group to tag along with if you can't hook up with us.

X2. his is a stock 98 ZR2 blazer on 31" MT's. you will be just fine.

should be plenty out there, wheeling alone will not be an issue, we don't leave anyone in the woods, always willing to lend a hand to be sure everyone makes it out and home safely

dougg01 · 03-18-2011, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by underpowered

X2. his is a stock 98 ZR2 blazer on 31" MT's. you will be just fine.

should be plenty out there, wheeling alone will not be an issue, we don't leave anyone in the woods, always willing to lend a hand to be sure everyone makes it out and home safely

Thanks. If we can get ready we will make the ride.

It's a driver. Disco'd sway, no rear sway, bump stops, torsen diff, etc. Nothing special.

Last fall our Jimmy was yanked out by a Zuk and a great bunch of guys. The carcass from that is still being stripped of all good meat. Momentary duh ruined a absolute great day wheeling with my boys. I won't enter again unless part of a group.

Red Dog · 03-27-2011, 04:50 PM

Count me in, sounds like a fun spot and for a good cause. When is everyone getting there.

Red Dog · 03-27-2011, 04:59 PM

I wanna push on her a little harder but i also want to be able to drive it home. Is it gonna be an all day run?

Jonesy · 03-27-2011, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Red Dog

I wanna push on her a little harder but i also want to be able to drive it home. Is it gonna be an all day run?

I'll be there really early and will be helping around the shop. There should be a good crowd so it won't be hard to find a group to ride with.

underpowered · 03-27-2011, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Red Dog

I wanna push on her a little harder but i also want to be able to drive it home. Is it gonna be an all day run?

all day, all night, some will stick around till sunday i am sure.

Red Dog · 03-27-2011, 07:47 PM

May do the overnight thing not sure yet depends on the weather and who comes down with me. Thanks for the info. I don't have a winch only a tow strap so i will need a group to go with. I will be in the middle of the pack so i can see where not to drive.

Jon

underpowered · 03-27-2011, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Red Dog

May do the overnight thing not sure yet depends on the weather and who comes down with me. Thanks for the info. I don't have a winch only a tow strap so i will need a group to go with. I will be in the middle of the pack so i can see where not to drive.

Jon

most of us in the group me and Jonesy go with do not wheel with winches, as we always have someone to give a hand to help you get unstuck.

simpletoy · 04-02-2011, 11:35 AM

Had a ride there last weekend and it wasnt too muddy the creek was up some but not terrible. Weather is lookin good and that means a great turn out. Cant wait

454stepside · 04-04-2011, 07:28 PM

i might try to make it out and meet all of you. have to go to the gravel rama swap meet first and find some tires and rims.

Jonesy · 04-04-2011, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by 454stepside

i might try to make it out and meet all of you. have to go to the gravel rama swap meet first and find some tires and rims.

Good deal. Be sure to look me up if you show up. Ask Bill (the owner) or anyone working the front desk for JT.

Weather is looking good so far. From the sounds of it, we will have a really good turn out for the memorial ride.

FYI. The entrance fee will be $20 per person on saturday. 10 to Bill to cover his costs (insurance is ridiculous) and the 10 will go to Johns family. Originally was just going to be a saturday event but with the crowd and the weather there will most likely be a lot of people camping out friday and saturday nights. So bring a tent and spend the night. Sorry no electric or water hookups for campers.

adamkn · 04-07-2011, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Red Dog

Thanks for the info. I don't have a winch only a tow strap so i will need a group to go with. I will be in the middle of the pack so i can see where not to drive.

Jon

I'm in the same boat - I'd like to check this out, but I want to make sure I have some people to meet up with. I've never been to Bill's 491, so it'd be great if I could find some people that know their way around.

Just an idea - could we set a time either Saturday or Sunday for a group of us to meet up in the parking lot? And hopefully someone would be willing to lead the group around the park?

no mods · 04-07-2011, 08:52 AM

What time is every one getting there? I work sat morning but would like to see if I can't get out for the afternoon.

Jonesy · 04-07-2011, 09:05 AM

I'll be there most of the day friday, all day saturday, and maybe some sunday if I don't break. Nick, I'll be in the same truck, except I have tractors on the rear now.

underpowered · 04-07-2011, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by adamkn

I'm in the same boat - I'd like to check this out, but I want to make sure I have some people to meet up with. I've never been to Bill's 491, so it'd be great if I could find some people that know their way around.

Just an idea - could we set a time either Saturday or Sunday for a group of us to meet up in the parking lot? And hopefully someone would be willing to lead the group around the park?

i should be there around 11 or so, maybe earlier in a Green Beat up ZJ. can't miss it would be willing to show any of you around. its not a big park, so ya can't get lost.

03-08-2011, 08:32 AM	#1
Jonesy Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Piner, KY Posts: 141	Bills 491 John Rudde Memorial ride April 9th A good friend of mine and many others including Bill passed away in a car accident last week. So Bill is putting together a memorial ride on April 9th to honor a guy that we all thought was invincible. Still pinning down details on if any events, raffles, etc will be held. I'll update this post as I get more information. Thanks and God bless Attached Thumbnails __________________ JT Jones 83 Toyota - beater 87 Toyota Truggy

03-09-2011, 12:01 AM	#4
underpowered They call me......Scuba Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Burlington, KY Posts: 292	He will be missed, but i know many will show in his honor. __________________ beat up rusted out k5

03-15-2011, 12:21 PM	#10
Jonesy Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Piner, KY Posts: 141	Doug, is the blazer a driver or will it be trailered? My Dad is wheeling a mid 90's blazer with 31's also. Look for a red 2 door ZR2 and there group he is with. I'm sure there will be a pretty decent turn out so it shouldn't be hard to find a group to tag along with if you can't hook up with us. __________________ JT Jones 83 Toyota - beater 87 Toyota Truggy

04-07-2011, 09:05 AM	#24
Jonesy Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Piner, KY Posts: 141	I'll be there most of the day friday, all day saturday, and maybe some sunday if I don't break. Nick, I'll be in the same truck, except I have tractors on the rear now. __________________ JT Jones 83 Toyota - beater 87 Toyota Truggy

03-08-2011, 06:53 PM	#2
KennyTJ The Pirate Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Lebanon, Oh. Posts: 297	Interested, never been down to 491.

03-08-2011, 07:26 PM	#3
simpletoy Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Independence, Ky Posts: 119	Will definitely be there with some friends that knew him better then me.

03-09-2011, 01:33 PM	#5
kydc2 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Taylor Mill, KY Posts: 25	I will be there!!! RIP Rudde, you will be missed.

03-09-2011, 10:03 PM	#6
tjrider Join Date: May 2009 Location: fairfield Posts: 320	Ill be there, I love 491 and always so support

03-10-2011, 06:50 PM	#7
twiztedzuki Join Date: May 2008 Location: Waverly ohio Posts: 586	can sumone post directions pleaz

03-15-2011, 12:11 PM	#9
dougg01 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: NE Scott County, KY Posts: 39	I'd like to try and get ready to do this one, but i have GOT to wheel with other folks covering similar terrain. I will not go alone again and will not wheel alone period (even when I do get more experienced). FUBAR and SNAFU bit my butt in a moment of inattention when I am normally overly cautious. Not again. A coordinated effort of some kind would be nice. I won't travel (even if it is only 25min from my door) to try and find someone to wheel with. It'll end up disappointing the boys if i can't find someone and we go back home and then I'll be tempted to go out alone and that ain't happening... Best not even get in the situation to begin with. for now....consider it a stock 97 blazer with 31s. its got more, but I am scrambling to get the loose ends tied up that the weather has been hampering.

03-27-2011, 04:50 PM	#13
Red Dog Red Dog Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Delhi Posts: 115	Count me in, sounds like a fun spot and for a good cause. When is everyone getting there.

03-27-2011, 04:59 PM	#14
Red Dog Red Dog Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Delhi Posts: 115	I wanna push on her a little harder but i also want to be able to drive it home. Is it gonna be an all day run?

03-27-2011, 07:47 PM	#17
Red Dog Red Dog Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Delhi Posts: 115	May do the overnight thing not sure yet depends on the weather and who comes down with me. Thanks for the info. I don't have a winch only a tow strap so i will need a group to go with. I will be in the middle of the pack so i can see where not to drive. Jon

04-02-2011, 11:35 AM	#19
simpletoy Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Independence, Ky Posts: 119	Had a ride there last weekend and it wasnt too muddy the creek was up some but not terrible. Weather is lookin good and that means a great turn out. Cant wait

04-04-2011, 07:28 PM	#20
454stepside Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 4	i might try to make it out and meet all of you. have to go to the gravel rama swap meet first and find some tires and rims.

04-07-2011, 08:52 AM	#23
no mods Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: blue ash Posts: 89	What time is every one getting there? I work sat morning but would like to see if I can't get out for the afternoon.