Post by: ff73148 on January 28, 2018, 12:13:57 PM
Thanks.
Post by: Brick on January 28, 2018, 01:14:38 PM
Post by: ff73148 on January 28, 2018, 03:15:54 PM
Post by: Patmo on January 28, 2018, 03:41:05 PM
If you want to stay in Athens, there are several chain hotels out the east side of town off of E State St and just off 32/50 highway. Several restaurants out that way to. But the nicest hotel is probsbly the Ohio University Inn and Conference Center, back near the University and the center of town. You may also consider staying in Marietta, Ohio too. And if you stay there the MPFB hotel, a Best Western, or the Choice Hotel across the street are fine. But I think that the Microtel yust off I-77 is a better choice for a small group because of price and location. You should also look into possibly renting a cabin in the Hocking Hills area.
Post by: normkern on January 29, 2018, 05:53:22 AM
Norm Kern
Post by: stevegrab on January 29, 2018, 12:16:00 PM
FrankI think the Choice Hotel you mention is the Quality Inn, there's also a Red Roof Inn next door. And a super 8 at that I-77 and OH7 junction across from Microtel, with a Shoney's an easy walk, as well as a Kroger's for groceries and beverages.
If you want to stay in Athens, there are several chain hotels out the east side of town off of E State St and just off 32/50 highway. Several restaurants out that way to. But the nicest hotel is probsbly the Ohio University Inn and Conference Center, back near the University and the center of town. You may also consider staying in Marietta, Ohio too. And if you stay there the MPFB hotel, a Best Western, or the Choice Hotel across the street are fine. But I think that the Microtel yust off I-77 is a better choice for a small group because of price and location. You should also look into possibly renting a cabin in the Hocking Hills area.
Most of the places mentioned are not "park right outside your motel door" types, they're central hallway room access. I haven't stayed in any non-chains in Marietta, so hard to say if any are good.
All of these places are somewhat limited with dining options in walking distance, as walking to other places means a long walk to get across the two large roads at this junction.
I see you are coming from NJ, so depending on how deep into SE Ohio you want to stay another location I might recommend is Cadiz Ohio. This area has seen a boom in the oil & gas industry, as a result a few new hotels have been built in town.
PS If riding in SE Ohio, and passing through Bealsville around meal time, try the Historic Bealsville Diner (52733 Ohio Ave)
Post by: ff73148 on January 30, 2018, 05:13:53 PM
Post by: bcd on January 31, 2018, 11:42:48 AM
Post by: Brick on January 31, 2018, 01:50:41 PM
555 to Marietta via OH-676 is 26 miles of fun. I enjoy 676 more than I do 555.
I agree 675 is a hoot!
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Post by: ff73148 on January 31, 2018, 09:58:52 PM
Post by: STLTHMSTA on February 01, 2018, 08:48:06 AM
Some veteran members that had VFR's may remember COTU in Marietta. A discussion began about good roads to ride on the VFR forum. As forums do (or was it a "list") the thread grew quickly. The talk/debate turned to the "fact" that SE Ohio was the center of the universe for great MC riding. So to prove it an event was set up in Marietta and many forum members and guests came to SE Ohio to find out. They were not disappointed and we had a great time. Even the guys who came from Jersey! Enjoy!
Tom Mc, born in Jersey many years ago but an Ohioan since '65. :)
Post by: ff73148 on February 02, 2018, 09:40:33 AM
When is this year's Mail Pouch Fly BY? We are changing some dates. Thanks.
Post by: Patmo on February 02, 2018, 09:57:00 AM
Brick,
When is this year's Mail Pouch Fly BY? We are changing some dates. Thanks.
You can get ALL of the event dates and locations by clicking on the “Let’s Ride” banner at the top of the page.
Post by: Brick on February 02, 2018, 10:01:26 AM
Brick,
When is this year's Mail Pouch Fly BY? We are changing some dates. Thanks.
You can always go to www.ridemsta.com and there you will find a listing for 2018 Events. At this time of the year the schedule can change but I think the MPFB is set August 20 - 24, 2018.
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Post by: Ride4MS on February 02, 2018, 11:12:49 AM
Check out the details under events on the forum, and STAReview.