Gott's Run in Napa

Mild Hogs at Gott's in Napa

It has been some time since the Mild Hogs have ridden as a club.  We've all done our own thing, or gone out in smaller groups (I know, it is difficult to get much smaller), but on Saturday, we were at full strength.  Today was a special run.  Not only were we all together, but Outlaw was riding his new Street Glide.  I thought I would take several pictures of it since there have been previous complaints that only my bike makes it into the blog...

Kirk's new ride!!!

After meeting at Outlaw's, and soon to be Mrs. Outlaw's place, we headed up the highway to Vacaville, home of the Iron Steed HD shop.  The Iron Horse was having a barbecue for it's Hog members, but not being members, we did not participate.  They seemed to have a low turnout.

We probably spent about 30 minutes at the shop looking at bikes and using the facilities. They also have a popcorn machine in the lobby if you are into that kind of stuff.  After taking care of business, we were quickly on our way.  With Outlaw in the lead, Snake quickly behind and Repo Man guarding the rear, we headed west towards Lake Berryessa.  As we approached our typical route, there were detour signs indicating the road was closed.  Not having a clue as the names of the roads we typically ride, we took an alternate route and found ourselves at the "end of the road".  Turning around, Snake took the lead and quickly took us down a dead end street...   After practicing another u-turn in the middle of the road, we went back to our original route and found it was open all the time.  Oh, well, it does not really matter as long as we are riding.

Speaking of riding, there were lots of bicyclists riding on the same roads.  This is often the case as both bikes and motorcycles like roads that are out of the way and not frequented by cars.  I'd like to report that unlike previous rides, the bicyclists rode the shoulders and did not block the road.  I guess they must have read my blog where I threatened to put my boot up the rear of the next one I catch hogging the road.

Eventually we passed the lake and stopped at a small store to buy some refreshments and take a short break.  It was nice sitting outside chairs under a large shady tree to catch up on what all the Mhogs have been up to.  Jerry and Doni had just gotten home from an epic road trip involving 4400 miles, several states and I suspect many Subway sandwiches.  Kirk and Patty discussed the wedding plans, while Dave and Julie discussed the last concert they attended.  While it is fun riding, it can be difficult to chat.  These brief interludes give everyone a chance to catch up and get reacquainted.

Off again, we headed to downtown Napa and the restaurant formerly known as Taylor's, now Gott's.  I  know I have written about Taylor's before so I will not spend too much time on it.  I will tell you that only the name has changed.  It still offers a variety of gourmet sandwiches and salads in a casual setting.  It is also interesting to see the variety of people who eat there.  Some are all dressed up coming from some fancy, smancy wine tasting, while others were causal, yet very attractive in their riding apparel.  As always, the food was great and the company even better.

After leaving Gott's we headed south and eventually peeled off to our own destinations.  It was great getting back on the road with our friends.  We all look forward to doing it again.

See you on the road.

P.S.  One more picture of Outlaw's new bike...