Call me crazy

[qdbike]

But I want to ride to Mexico for a short ride. Grab some lobster in Puerto Nuevo or Rosarito [o Ensenada si prefiere un lugar muy bonita] for an hour then jam home!

I would go, but people have convinced me that a girl going down there by herself on a bike isn't the best idea. So how bout we get a pack goin??

Who's interested??

[sdtraviesosd]

depends on when this ride will take place. but i'd be down.

[Cyanide41]

I'm game! Lately I have been thinking of doing this as well

[Melbell]

If its on a Sunday, I'm up for it. I've been wanting to do the same thing recently.. especially while the weather is still nice =)

[nocontrol]

Not too interested. Officiated a wedding a couple of months ago, and the bride's parents were pulled over for "suspicion" and it cost them 300 beans to continue on... Not liking the po-po down there for that reason. If you look at them wrong, they can pull you over and "demand" payment of a fine on the spot.

[Crash716]

Crazy...that's what you are!

[grimfandango]

crazy...


if enough ppl go.. i'll hit 'er up...

i know of where to eat too.. yum...

just beware of some man eating potholes

[nocontrol]

crazy...


if enough ppl go.. i'll hit 'er up...

i know of where to eat too.. yum...

just beware of some man eating potholes
Oh yeah, that's the other reason. Pick the worst road north of the border, and it'ld be the best on the south side.

[TreAdidas]

The toll roads are fine... the roads are fine until you stray from the coast. Have some change for tolls though.

[qdbike]

Kool beans...

If I can get a pack of 20 going, and more people que habla espanol, then we'll shoot for maybe this sunday?

[247BlackOut]

I'll be in Pahrump with some. Sounds like a fun trip though. I don't know about riding down there though....I would probaby drive. Don't forget them IDs and Passports.

[grimfandango]

The toll roads are fine... the roads are fine until you stray from the coast. Have some change for tolls though.


if by change you mean $2.60 for each tollbooth

to get to puerto
its 2 tollbooths going there and back...

[TreAdidas]

if by change you mean $2.60 for each tollbooth

to get to puerto
its 2 tollbooths going there and back...

Yes... $2.60... but you can roll through Rosarito and not pay on the second one :)

[grimfandango]

i've made the trip several times.. our bikes will help the traffic going back across the border significantly

[xiaoyin]

matt and i were talking about doing a similar trip just yesterday afternoon! i'm up for going - but will be driving... i can take ppl in the car that don't want to ride! =)

[dcnoj]

Game! Bike is pretty much done, waiting for the last parts. Haven't been to Mexico since I was younger. Will I really need my passport?

[Cyanide41]

Not too interested. Officiated a wedding a couple of months ago, and the bride's parents were pulled over for "suspicion" and it cost them 300 beans to continue on... Not liking the po-po down there for that reason. If you look at them wrong, they can pull you over and "demand" payment of a fine on the spot.


Oh damn! They got hosed! If you get pulled over from some BS. Ask to go to the police station to pay the fine (they way it is supposed to be done) they will usually drop the issue because at that point they will see none of that fine. They'd rather go find some other sucker. Now if you really did do the crime, you can sometimes avoid the hassle of going to the station and sometimes pay a smaller fee by asking to pay on the spot, which goes directly to the cops pockets.

[sdtraviesosd]

i speak spanish

[Cyanide41]

Can we not make it this up comming weekend? I will be in Pahrump

[qdbike]

I know! I know some of the hurricane girls are down and lots of others. Since a lotta people will be at the track this weekend, we can always do another run the following sunday.
:thumbsup:

[sdtraviesosd]

siriously. lets go!

[grimfandango]

lets eat here.. i've been going here for years


http://www.lafondamexico.com/

first time was when iw as 9

[247BlackOut]

La Fonda...isn't that the name of napoleon's brother's internet gf.

[grimfandango]

La Fonda...isn't that the name of napoleon's brother's internet gf.

that was "la fawnda" gosh..

[MilesPerHour]

Im down! I will ride if we go this Sunday but the following Sunday I will be in Hawaii so you guys can have all the fun you want without me :)

[qdbike]

Driver's license will be good enough to cross the border until 2007 I believe...

I am thinking of meeting up around 2 this sunday.

[brakstad]

**** that... Let's just have a Hooka party at your place...

[deathblow]

**** that... Let's just have a Hooka party at your place...

werd...

[MotoFuzzle]

If we do this, we gotta make sure we have some meeting spots, or everybody stays together, cause if you're not paying attention, it's really easy to get lost in TJ and a group ride through a 5-lane rotary does not sound like a picnic. Also, I just rode down to Rosarito last weekend and I think the toll was $2.45. It's a good idea to have quarters taped up, or the exact change rolled up in a bill. I think I dropped about a pocketfull of change on my way back up...after handing her 2 bucks, she said, "that's okay". I think Mexico is more supermoto friendly, or maybe streetfighter...especially when it comes to fording the river of sewage on the way back to TJ...me and some local rider had to ride with our feet sticking straight out in front of us to avoid soaking our shoes in smelly water from a big azz puddle we rode through. Lane-splitting past the tiger cage was fun too...so were the stray dogs that like to chase motorcycles.

[sdtraviesosd]

sounds like fun times ahead!!!

[eatspaste]

I was just in Mex on Saturday. I was wishing I had my bike to split the border line!! Anyways, I don't think it's crazy to ride the northern baja area as far as the toll road goes (Ensenada).

Tolls are 2.45$, there are 3 booths to Ensenada on the way down. Puerto Nuevo is only about 1 booth down.

Let me know how it goes, because I've considered doing this same trip! I'd volunteer to go down, but I'm busy on Sun...

Oh, also, re: cops- If you're speeding, you're bait. Just go with the flow of traffic and stay in the right lane. If you get pulled over but honestly didn't do anything wrong, the real process is to "discuss" the ticket with the judge at the "station". So, yes, you follow the cop to the police station right away and a fine/ticket would be determined.

The cops will prey on ignorance of the judicial system down there and try to intimidate you into paying them a bribe. Don't do it!!! 9/10 times, they will just let you go. OTOH, if you were a little generous with your right wrist, or ran an infamous pop-up stop sign, a good approach is to innocently ask the cop "how much does it cost to pay the ticket right now?" If the number is too high, you might suggest "oooh, that's BAD! I'm sorry, I guess I'll need to talk to the judge"... Remember, the OFFICIAL fine is not usually all that high, so don't pay a cop more than 20 bucks or so, and ONLY if you truly did miscalculate your speed. Either way, moving violations are GENERALLY NOT a "jailable" offense in mexico (just like here), so you can relax a bit.

DO make sure you're insured in Mexico.

[MilesPerHour]

Oh man, I didn't even think of the mexican insurance thing... you guys think it's worth it for a few hours across the border?

[qdbike]

Yes, I don't plan on lettin her outta my sight!

[goat]

I would love to ride to La Fawnda on Sunday. I am headed to Glamis for Friday and Sat. Where should we meet up and when. The food is good at La Fonda we just want to make sure we miss the brunch. I dont thing they serve lobster until 5. I think the baja 1000 is next weekend so this would be the best weekend with out the race traffic. I am thinking about driving down or ride SB down to see the 1000 start in Ensanada anybody interested?

[grimfandango]

honestly the lobster is a bit pricey at la fonda...

everything else is cheap
and delicious...

last time i went there 10dollars or so for fillet mignon

[qdbike]

I would like to go to a nicer, quieter place where we can just park our bikes in plain sight of eating! How is La Fonda?

[grimfandango]

its not in "plain" sight of eating.. the dining area overlooks the beach...

its nice and quiet there though..

the parking area is outside a courtyard, through the courtyard is where the dining area is (outdoor patio). you'll be hard pressed to find a nicer place.

when i go to eat there, we take turns checking up on the cars/bikes. so far no incident. Usually someone goes and checks the vehicles once every 5-10 minutes or so.

usually works out...

[qdbike]

La Fonda it is!

What is the baja 1000?

[247BlackOut]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baja_1000

[grimfandango]

aw DAMMIT i'm on call this weekend !@#$@$@#$%@#$%!

[qdbike]

NOOOOOOooooooooooooooooooo

could you possibly get a serious migraine that requires medical attention during the hours of 12 to 5pm????

NOOOOOOOOOoooooo big BOO

[grimfandango]

i'll see what i can do...

[mr01000101]

I'd love to join you guys for this ride, but seeing that my bike's frame is in my buddy's garage, and the rest of the bike is in a pile of pieces on the floor of my garage, I don't think I'll be able to make it. :rolleyes:

Make sure you get Mexican insurance! Your regular US insurance policy won't cover anything that happens in Mexico, be it a theft or accident. I'd recommend getting insurance from AAA, rather than one of the sketchy "Mex Insur" huts that are down by the border. Can't imagine making an insurance claim would be very fun. There's a AAA in Chula Vista you could stop in at on the way down there.

Be safe, have fun, and enjoy the food! :cheers:

[grimfandango]

Make sure you get Mexican insurance!


+1

mind you AAA is closed on sundays...

-L

[Cyanide41]

you could go in on Saturday.

[qdbike]

Okay guys,
we're gonna meet the Hurricane Girls + others in Chula Vista:

"Fam Mart will be our meeting place. Plan to be there at 12:30.

Miss Queena, this is off the 94 and only 1 exit east of the 805 so it isn't
out of the way. http://local.live.com/?v=2&cid=8229B0A95F1C6114!136 to map
directions from
anywhere. The link takes you to MicroSoft Live Update maps. We will plan
to leave by 1 pm unless I hear from you otherwise. Looking forward to
seeing you and the guys."

WooT


REMINDER as soon as u get to the spot, BEFORE u stop at the parking lot, GAS UP so we aint all tryna get gas at once...enen if u think u got gas, top off. try not to get gas in MEXICO if at all possible.

[sdtraviesosd]

i will probably be there.

[Cyanide41]

so is that for this sunday??

[dcnoj]

So if it is for this Sunday, I won't be able to make it either. Tournament at work.

[grimfandango]

got someone to cover me from 12-6

:o) cya there

mehico

[grimfandango]

sooo... its raining.. if its raining tomorrow at noon.. i vote a reschedule...

otherwise...

1. bring money i'd say 50-60 bucks just to be on the safe side...
2. prepare to pay for 4 tolls, 2 there two back...

back and forth from la jolla... i usually put on like 150-60ish miles.. so fuel up accordingly...


see y'all tomorrow...

i'm leaving campus at noon.. should be by the 94 at 1230ish

-L

[grimfandango]

in case that microsoft maps service doesn't work

Fam Mart - more info »
1755 Euclid Ave # C2, San Diego, CA
(619) 264-8531

google is the best... (http://www.google.com/maps?hl=en&lr=&safe=off&q=fam+mart&near=San+Diego,+CA&cid=0,0,3657856728184128270&ll=32.724179,-117.084828&spn=0,.02&sa=X&oi=local&ct=image)


double true

[qdbike]

I think we should meet up at Fam Mart, and then if weather permitting, then we should continue onto Mexico! If not, we'll possibly find a place to hit up for grub!See you in the morning 1-408-607-7676

[qdbike]

I want lobster for the next ride to Mexico! It was so awesome today riding on the smooth coastal highway. I wish more people would have come out, there was security watching our bikes and the food was very high quality. I also wish I had my camera for the scenic view from the patio! Next time????

Thanks everyone who came for makin the effort :)

[dcnoj]

Damn Tournament. I wanted to go so bad. I'm up for the next one. Any pics?

[qdbike]

Drats! I didn't take any pics because i forgot to charge the battery. I will fish around for pics the girls took and post them later :)

Who's down for this SUNDAY????? Starting January 1, you'll need a passport to get into Mexico. I want more rides going, as the weather will only be mildly nice for a lil while longer :)

[sdtraviesosd]

not true about passports. Its January of 2008 to drive into and out of mexico. you'll need a passport if you fly to Mexico starting January 2007.

[sdtraviesosd]

but this time im down for mexico on sunday. sry about not goin this time, was lookin to buy a car up where my parents live

[qdbike]

Thanks for the clarification with the passports!

Who else is interested in this sunday? I STILL haven't tried lobster in MX!

[247BlackOut]

I think you'll find good deals if you stray away from bigger resturants. La Fonda was a little pricey for me considering the fact I was expecting a good cheap meal in Mexico. You'll find the best food and deals down by the beach, and at random shops walking along the city streets. Rosarito had 4 taco's and a beer for $5.00. Just my 2 cents for next time.

[sdtraviesosd]

definitely resorts and places made for Americans are gonna be more expensive, even maybe as expensive as a place here, just cuz they're expecting americans with money. if you want a good, cheap place, you have to go where the locals go.

[qdbike]

Man one time I went maybe 5 blocks inward with a friend [she's a local] and the food was sooo tasty and fresh! I don't know if we'll even get a chance to do MX this weekend por la lluvia.[the rain]

[grimfandango]

can't make it this weekend anyhoo...

if ya'll go, gluck, and ride safe

[qdbike]

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[247BlackOut]

link doesn't work

[qdbike]

Big booo
Hope this works:
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[cuteLittleRed]

I would love to go... been looking for an adventure lately and Mexico keeps coming to mind. I's b a grl, as well, so a group of people makes it sound more reasonable. Please keep me posted on the day, time, of the ride...