hooty4487 
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| 19 Oct 2006 6:37 PM |
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| ill be getting off work at approximately 1400.ill change there and proceed directly to the Kmart on victory.unless i hear from the foleys or anyone else, im pulling out at 1545 or so |
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RustPicker
Posts: 1444
Sr. R/C Hampton Rds/VA Asst SC
Virginia Beach, VA
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| 20 Oct 2006 5:48 AM |
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The mission has been posted and I just sent it out mass email as a Acrobat .pdf file.
Regards,
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RustPicker
Sr. Ride Captain of District 5/Hampton Roads
Virginia Asst State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders (USA) (#1835 - 12/12/2005)
Combat Vets M/C Association (#880)
Virginia Beach, VA USA
Blue, Green & Brown Water Navy(s), Retired
“One man cannot own something as wonderful as the PGR.
It belongs to fallen heroes.
It exists for them.
It serves them.”
---Randy "Steam" Stevens
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amerbadas
Posts: 376
Norfolk, Va
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| 20 Oct 2006 8:40 AM |
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| I can ride "Tail Gunner" again if needed. |
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Ed "Amerbadas" Lonecke
BMC(SW/CC) US Navy Retired
VFW Life Member Post 4809
AMA Member
Ride Captain of District 5/Hampton Rds
Patriot Guard Riders (42513)
Virginia Chapter 27-1 Executive Officer
Combat Vets Motorcycle Association (#1608)
Riding in Memory of my nephew; SPC. Matthew T. Wiley, U.S. Army; 11/01/82 - 01/28/07(http://www.dash-movie.com) |
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RustPicker
Posts: 1444
Sr. R/C Hampton Rds/VA Asst SC
Virginia Beach, VA
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| 20 Oct 2006 11:06 AM |
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Posted By amerbadas on 20 Oct 2006 8:40 AM
I can ride "Tail Gunner" again if needed.
Ed,
You da' Man! :) You're the Tail Gunner. Bringing the Mrs. again for this one??
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RustPicker
Sr. Ride Captain of District 5/Hampton Roads
Virginia Asst State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders (USA) (#1835 - 12/12/2005)
Combat Vets M/C Association (#880)
Virginia Beach, VA USA
Blue, Green & Brown Water Navy(s), Retired
“One man cannot own something as wonderful as the PGR.
It belongs to fallen heroes.
It exists for them.
It serves them.”
---Randy "Steam" Stevens
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amerbadas
Posts: 376
Norfolk, Va
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| 20 Oct 2006 12:31 PM |
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| It is still up in the air for Dash1, we are working on it. |
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Ed "Amerbadas" Lonecke
BMC(SW/CC) US Navy Retired
VFW Life Member Post 4809
AMA Member
Ride Captain of District 5/Hampton Rds
Patriot Guard Riders (42513)
Virginia Chapter 27-1 Executive Officer
Combat Vets Motorcycle Association (#1608)
Riding in Memory of my nephew; SPC. Matthew T. Wiley, U.S. Army; 11/01/82 - 01/28/07(http://www.dash-movie.com) |
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HGHVN
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| 20 Oct 2006 7:43 PM |
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Hey all the peninsula fPGR, is the meet at Super K confirmed? Sounds good.
HGHVN
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hooty4487
Posts: 19
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| 20 Oct 2006 10:14 PM |
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| as far as i know, meeting at the kmart on victory is a go. i have only got a few responses, so ill be at the kmart.and whoever shows up, shows up
id like to leave for norfolk no later than 1615 |
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Dr. Evil
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Hampton, VA
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| 21 Oct 2006 5:39 PM |
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| I plan on meeting at the Victory K mart. If I don't make it there in time, see you at the KMart on the coner of N. Military and Norview. |
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Thank You to all who have served and are currently serving! |
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devildogdad
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| 21 Oct 2006 7:07 PM |
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Hey, Hooty! Todd Foley's dad here, I am planning on meeting you guy's at the K-mart here off Victory and riding to the south side. I can't thank all the Patriot guard riders enough!
THANKS!
PROUD MARINE DAD! |
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Skyhook
Posts: 74
Norfolk, Va.
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| 22 Oct 2006 9:58 AM |
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welcome home Todd and thanks !
hey woody, I don't get off work til 'bout 17:30 hrs. from 9th and atlantic st. va. beach. home by 18:00 hrs. I can pick up Tira and we can meet ya at the airport if thats ok by you. will have the big black Cage w/ approiate flags. music too. Is this cool w/ you?
ya know this is the kind of mission I like to make. |
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"to those who fought for it,Freedom has a flavor, the protected never taste"
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79th Armor, 3rd. Ar Cav. Reg. 1970-1977
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StreetBobGal
Posts: 36
Chesapeake, VA
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| 22 Oct 2006 12:44 PM |
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Count me in. It'll be my first mission. See you guys at the K in Norfolk!
Nancy
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US Navy 1979-1992
2001 Kawasaki Vulcan 750
2006 H-D Street Bob FXDBI |
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RustPicker
Posts: 1444
Sr. R/C Hampton Rds/VA Asst SC
Virginia Beach, VA
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| 23 Oct 2006 1:59 PM |
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Greetings All,
Yesterday, Sunday, October 22, 2006, Lcpl Foley’s dad, American BadA$$ and his Mrs., “Dash – 1” and I did a Recon of the mission route. Everything went very well, including the transit on I-64. The following information is provided to all of you that will attend, and will be covered during the Ride Brief.
3x5’ U.S. Flags. – On Sunday, Ed “AmerBadAs” and Carrie “Dash-1” Lonecke rigged their 3x5’ U.S. Flag on Ed’s 2005 H-D Fatboy. The mounting device was hard mounted to Ed’s rider back rest, and was a very solid mount. We left Norfolk Airport and proceeded to the mission destination, running 50 to 60 mph. Ed encountered no issues with his biked rigged for escort. That being said, I’m inclined to run this mission, from start to finish with U.S. Flags rigged for escort.
All riders and cages rigging flags please ensure your flag mount is installed with hardware. I’m inclined to think bungee cords and zip ties won’t be enough to sustain interstate speeds. I’d rather you lean towards caution and safety, and pull your flag before leaving the airport if you’re not able to determine what top safe speed you may sustain.
LEO – Norfolk Airport Police Dept / Virginia State Troopers. Both agencies and they have been contacted, face to face and hard copies of the PGR Mission Operational Order personally delivered. We will shoot for the same setup as we had for Spc Chad Scott (10/01/2006) but be forewarned, conditions on the ground may dictate a change in parkng venue. I’m not saying it’s probable… just possible. Please be flexible to adjust, if the need should arise. The transits from the Airport to Newport News, will be primarily I-64 Interstate. It is imperative that we maintain a consistent and tight group while on I-64. There will only be a few lane transitions, nothing really complicated… will just require meticulous 1attention to detail when rider, and please ensure you’re Bike is in good mechanical condition and shape
Looking forward to seeing you all at this mission for returning Marine, LCpl Todd Foley. 
Regards,
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RustPicker
Sr. Ride Captain of District 5/Hampton Roads
Virginia Asst State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders (USA) (#1835 - 12/12/2005)
Combat Vets M/C Association (#880)
Virginia Beach, VA USA
Blue, Green & Brown Water Navy(s), Retired
“One man cannot own something as wonderful as the PGR.
It belongs to fallen heroes.
It exists for them.
It serves them.”
---Randy "Steam" Stevens
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Shane.Shaw
Posts: 63
Portsmouth Va
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| 24 Oct 2006 6:35 AM |
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| Uh oh, I don't have a flag, do I need one?? |
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RustPicker
Posts: 1444
Sr. R/C Hampton Rds/VA Asst SC
Virginia Beach, VA
USA
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| 24 Oct 2006 12:30 PM |
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Posted By Shane.Shaw on 24 Oct 2006 6:35 AM
Uh oh, I don't have a flag, do I need one??
Shane,
Not a requirement. I was speaking to those that do have flags. Being your first mission, this is a great time to check out your fellow PG Riders, and pick their brains and techniques for how they did this or that.... you can learn not only how to work smart vice hard, I'm think also less scratches too! 
Looking forward to you first mission. Dress warm... it'll be a chilly one going across HRBT!
Regards,
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RustPicker
Sr. Ride Captain of District 5/Hampton Roads
Virginia Asst State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders (USA) (#1835 - 12/12/2005)
Combat Vets M/C Association (#880)
Virginia Beach, VA USA
Blue, Green & Brown Water Navy(s), Retired
“One man cannot own something as wonderful as the PGR.
It belongs to fallen heroes.
It exists for them.
It serves them.”
---Randy "Steam" Stevens
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RustPicker
Posts: 1444
Sr. R/C Hampton Rds/VA Asst SC
Virginia Beach, VA
USA
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| 24 Oct 2006 12:43 PM |
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Greetings All,
We're about minus 4 hrs from H hour (H=Homecoming), and if this morning was any indication on the weather it'll be a cold one. Weather from 18:30 until 22:00 shows Clear and 52 degrees down to 46 degrees (which is what it was when I rode into work this morning. I'll be doing final contacts with the ORF Airport PD and will see you at the KMart parking lot or at the airport Arrival terminal. Again, don't want no hypothermia, broke bikes, outta gasers (especially in the tunnel)... but I will settle for just a runny nose  . Please prepare and dress accordingly.
See you this evening!
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RustPicker
Sr. Ride Captain of District 5/Hampton Roads
Virginia Asst State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders (USA) (#1835 - 12/12/2005)
Combat Vets M/C Association (#880)
Virginia Beach, VA USA
Blue, Green & Brown Water Navy(s), Retired
“One man cannot own something as wonderful as the PGR.
It belongs to fallen heroes.
It exists for them.
It serves them.”
---Randy "Steam" Stevens
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StreetBobGal
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Chesapeake, VA
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| 24 Oct 2006 4:24 PM |
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I know you guys are gone already, but I just want to leave a note- I got a flat rear tire this afternoon- on the bike- as I was leaving my parking spot at 50th and Washington in NN. I was just making that right on to Huntington when I felt that gushy, wierd sensation. I pulled into a lot on 46th.
Nice little sheet-metal type screw embedded in it. 
Just got home a few minutes ago.
On a positive note, the HOG roadside service worked well. The wrecker arrived withing an hour of my call. I had to pay for mileage overage, but that's ok.
With tube tires, there's not much one can do (that's why i keep my cell phone charged).
Next project is to replace those spoke wheels with cast so I can run tubeless and plug'em myself in a pinch.
WELCOME HOME LCpl FOLEY {HUGS} and so sorry I missed the ride! I am sure I will meet you all soon.
Nancy
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Skyhook
Posts: 74
Norfolk, Va.
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| 24 Oct 2006 7:47 PM |
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Great run. again welcome home Todd and thanks again.
hey woody, I know Todd is 21 but did we look that young when we came home from out first tours? man it sems like aeons ago.
hope the rest of the run went safe and sound. |
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"to those who fought for it,Freedom has a flavor, the protected never taste"
GFSD
79th Armor, 3rd. Ar Cav. Reg. 1970-1977
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momei
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Newport News VA
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| 24 Oct 2006 8:38 PM |
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What an ABSOLUTE PLEASURE to meet and greet LCpl Todd Foley and his family and escort them back HOME...VERTICAL!
It was nice meeting the rest of you as well, and I hope and PRAY we have MANY, MANY, MORE VERTICAL homecomings!
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Eileen/Momei PGR Id: 9695
"Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen."
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Shane.Shaw
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Portsmouth Va
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| 25 Oct 2006 5:39 AM |
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| That was definitely a pleasure, loved the look on Todd's face when he walked out of the airport, made the cold ride worth it! It was nice meeting all of you and Shelly and I look forward to many good rides with you all. |
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amerbadas
Posts: 376
Norfolk, Va
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| 25 Oct 2006 5:43 AM |
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| Excellent mission, the warmth of a homecoming out-weighs the cold air. We need to slow down the procession though, Todd was back in his mother's arms again so there was no rush to get him to their final destination, besides he had his beer in him for the ride. Welcome home Todd and i very happy for the entire Foley family, i know ebveryone slept peacefully last night. Welcome to all the first time mission riders you all did an excellent run. See you all again on the next mission or the Veterans Day parade in VB. |
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Ed "Amerbadas" Lonecke
BMC(SW/CC) US Navy Retired
VFW Life Member Post 4809
AMA Member
Ride Captain of District 5/Hampton Rds
Patriot Guard Riders (42513)
Virginia Chapter 27-1 Executive Officer
Combat Vets Motorcycle Association (#1608)
Riding in Memory of my nephew; SPC. Matthew T. Wiley, U.S. Army; 11/01/82 - 01/28/07(http://www.dash-movie.com) |
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RustPicker
Posts: 1444
Sr. R/C Hampton Rds/VA Asst SC
Virginia Beach, VA
USA
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| 25 Oct 2006 7:15 AM |
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All,
Great mission! one close call by a cager which I think made my heart skip a beat! I didn't check my flag securing device, and that's how I lost it all. I'm just glad it didn't hurt anyone! Mission Report to follow.
Thanks again all, and it was an honor to ride with you all. Welcome Home LCpl Todd Foley... We salute you.... and all like you!
Regards,
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RustPicker
Sr. Ride Captain of District 5/Hampton Roads
Virginia Asst State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders (USA) (#1835 - 12/12/2005)
Combat Vets M/C Association (#880)
Virginia Beach, VA USA
Blue, Green & Brown Water Navy(s), Retired
“One man cannot own something as wonderful as the PGR.
It belongs to fallen heroes.
It exists for them.
It serves them.”
---Randy "Steam" Stevens
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HGHVN
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| 25 Oct 2006 7:15 PM |
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What an awesome feeling to escort a defender of our freedoms. Welcome home LCpl Foley. It is good to have you back on US soil.
Enjoy your r&r, you have earned it.
Looking forward to next ride.
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Rocket21
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Middle Pennisula, Virginia
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| 26 Oct 2006 8:58 AM |
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| Excellent mission, the warmth of a homecoming out-weighs the cold air. Welcome home Todd I'm very happy for the entire Foley family, enjoyed meeting youall. I know everyone enjoyed crawling into a nice safe, warm bed. This was my first ride, looking forward to the next one. |
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USN E-1 to O-6
1964 - 1991
Vietnam 66
Patriot Guard Riders
American Legion Post 141
VFW Post 1503
Proud Father of AC 1 Scott M. Cottrell, USN Ret. Iraq War Vet.
Riding in Memory of:
My Father, Stewart M. Cottrell, Sgt US Army, WWII
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NavyGunner8204
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Virginia Beach VA
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| 26 Oct 2006 2:09 PM |
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| LCPL Foley and Family, First and foremost...WELCOME HOME Hero! It's always a honor and privelege to acknowledge another of our hero's coming home. Got to say, what a fun ride! I'm sure we all learned alot that night. Let's ride safe and continue our great mission. |
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HERO
Hero, we honor thee,
keeping safe your memory
I pray that our heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom. (Lincoln to Mrs. Bixby 21Nov1864 following the death of her fourth son in the Civil War)
Charles W. Warthling
GMC(SW/AW) USN(Ret)
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