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For those of you that don’t do Facebook, there has been a very lively and enjoyable discussion going on as what is the “purpose” of our annual STAR event. The discussion morphed out of the original discussion of where to hold a western STAR? There were several good suggestions made, but the where really depends on the WHY?Is STAR’s main purpose to bring as many of our members together in one place at one time?ORIs it to introduce members to new areas and venues they wouldn’t normally go to?ORSomething else?Opinions? Thoughts? Please discuss.....
Well, while I may have only posted 4 times, I have been a member about since the late 90's - early 2000's, don't remember exactly. I've only been a licensed rider for 44 years, been a member of COG/HSTA/MSTA attending various rallies (club or other) for about 30 years, so I might not be as experienced as you all.As a paying member, I certainly have a right to my opinion, whether I volunteer or not. I simply responded to the topic "STAR...Why?". I obviously have a different opinion than those responding on this forum concerning STAR, but I know other members with opinions similar to mine. You all obviously like it the way it is, so good for you. When you would like to see something change, you first have to say something. I have. Don't ask if you don't want to listen, at least Ninjabob did! To his point, you can't make everybody happy.It seems some of you regard STAR with an almost religious cult fervor, treating my opinion as blasphemy - name calling, insulting my manhood, insinuating health issues. Hopefully we don't meet face to face. As to owing apologies, I asked what I think is a legitimate question, I didn't make a statement or accusation, so none is required."2) More and more weekend/regional rallies are not requiring MSTA membership - wonder why? Could it be club officers and friends are self-serving and club membership is of little to no value unless you value the national rally?"[/size]Patmo, you're apparently a club officer (I don't keep track of the politics, keeping up with liberals trying to destroy America is enough politics). I appreciate the explanation that the club made a local rally attendance/membership change. Perhaps you would address the part of the question above, regarding membership value if one doesn't attend the national?
Well Patmo, you had a better explanation and eloquence than I could have ever stated.Well done. TM
I do not see why STAR and the regional events have to be exactly the same. STAR is a different event with a much bigger attendance and that attendance difference requires certain necessities such as a bigger hotel. We cannot hold STAR at the Allegheny Inn (which is just a few miles from what I consider the really good roads). There's not a big enough hotel in the Breaks or at Smoke Hole Road or in Burke's Garden, either. I find it unreasonable to expect that an event will be tailored to my precise tastes unless I planned the whole thing. Even then compromises would have to be made. Bristol is a brilliant location in my view. The hotel is not downtown, but on the outskirts. Roads like VA 80, VA 16, VA 58 and dozens of others are within easy reach. And since I'll be riding through southern Ohio and eastern Kentucky to get there, I have the bonus of a good ride to and from the event. Back when I rode a bike with sportier ergonomics I hated even a brief stint on a straight road. Now with standard ergos I still hate the interstate, but I can ride a short distance to get between the twisty bits with no fuss. If the weather holds out, I'll have fun at STAR. If it rains, maybe I'll go downtown. ;-)
Yea and get to STAR on Saturday so you can participate in the Saturday MSTA Poker Walk. It will be fun! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk