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08-30-2016, 12:43 PM
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#121
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Jefferson County, MO
Posts: 5,453
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This is me so I don't get in trouble again.
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Bob and Joyce
2013 CC Silverback 29RL
2010 Ford F250 XL Crew Cab 6.4 liter diesel
ATU Local 788
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08-30-2016, 02:44 PM
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#122
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2014
Posts: 567
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Their event, so they can do what they want. It would be nice to know if that's how they're going to do it next year though.
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08-30-2016, 03:30 PM
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#123
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: Springfield, MO
Posts: 455
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Originally Posted by AquaMan
I don't think a good many of the Cedar Creeks had FHU either. I think there is only a limited number in the infield.
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30 amps, water, and a Wednesday pump out were all we needed. We were happy campers just to be at the rally with fellow campers!! Kudos to all the volunteers, you folks did a great job. Rennie really knows how to park an infield. I give it a 10 and hope to be able to attend in 2017.
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2014 Chevy CC Duramax 4X4 Long Bed
2017 Cedar Creek 36CKTS
MORryde independent suspension with disc brakes
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08-30-2016, 03:37 PM
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#124
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Phat Phrog
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Missouri
Posts: 6,854
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Quote:
Originally Posted by keith52
30 amps, water, and a Wednesday pump out were all we needed. We were happy campers just to be at the rally with fellow campers!! Kudos to all the volunteers, you folks did a great job. Rennie really knows how to park an infield. I give it a 10 and hope to be able to attend in 2017.
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Well said!!!
Thank you!
Phat Phrog Stunt Team
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Kenny n Karen
TV: 2017 Chevy Silverado 3500 LTZ - named Betty
RV: 2017 Columbus 366RL - named Karen’s Camper
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08-30-2016, 03:48 PM
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#125
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Director, FROG
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: Middlebury, IN
Posts: 3,520
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Originally Posted by RKNOLA
"However, Pete Liegl, the CEO of Forest River, has specifically said that he doesn't want each brand parked together. You hit on one reason...that it could foster a bit of elitism."
Hi Capt. Mike,
I can understand the CEO of Forest River wanting to make sales through this rally, but I think the idea of "fostering a bit of elitism" NEVER came from Pete Liegl. I think that notion was started somewhere else, by someone else. I, for one, would like to see this type of thinking stop.
Every RVer chooses their type of RV for a reason. I don't think it has anything to do with wanting to be "elite". Yes, Cowracer is right. We, as Berkshire owners, have looked at the R-pod and said "now, that's the way to go" but considering other variables (tow vehicle, space for guests, set-up procedure, etc.) the R-pod won't work for us. We have toured some of the 5th wheels and thought "OMG! This is beautiful" but then we look at the variables (cost of tow vehicle, whether or not we have the skill to drive/back up a sizable 5th wheel, etc) and figure out that a 5th wheel unit won't work for us. We have owned a TT in the past, and loved it. But again, variables considered (size of tow vehicle, set up procedure, etc) we decided changing our RV to a diesel Motorhome suited our needs and situation better. Health issues, specifically, were a big determining factor in our decision to switch to a Motorhome. Would we prefer to have the age and health that allowed for an R-pod? YES! But that isn't the way things worked out. It has NOTHING to do with "elitism", it has to do with NECESSITY and circumstances in our life.
So I would hope all of this talk of "elitism" or wondering "who got what site and why" would be discontinued. I would much prefer to say we had a great time at the rally and we look forward to next year's rally. No matter where we park or what hook-ups we end up with. And yes, I look forward to meeting other RVers...... no matter what unit they choose or why they chose it!
Life in today's world is rough and RVing is our salvation! I, personally, won't let prejudice and negativity ruin my RV time!
Yes, we own a Berkshire Motorhome. Stop by anytime and say hello. We can talk about the joys of RVing!!!
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For the record, the directive of not further splitting up the parking by brand came from Pete in a meeting that I had with him prior to the 2015 FROG Rally. I told him that I'd already made some commitments to a couple of the prior-existing clubs, and he said to honor any commitments that I'd already made. We will not be further splitting up the parking by brand.
I received a suggestion yesterday or Friday that next year we park all diesels together. I don't plan to do that.
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08-30-2016, 04:00 PM
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#126
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Iowa
Posts: 34,507
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Quote:
Originally Posted by F.R.O.G.
For the record, the directive of not further splitting up the parking by brand came from Pete in a meeting that I had with him prior to the 2015 FROG Rally. I told him that I'd already made some commitments to a couple of the prior-existing clubs, and he said to honor any commitments that I'd already made. We will not be further splitting up the parking by brand.
I received a suggestion yesterday or Friday that next year we park all diesels together. I don't plan to do that.
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Dodges by the muck pile [emoji23][emoji106][emoji23][emoji23]
2015 Columbus 320RS
2008 2500HD Duramax
2015 nights camped "34"
2016 nights camped "32"
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08-30-2016, 04:28 PM
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#127
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Phat Phrog
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Missouri
Posts: 6,854
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Quote:
Originally Posted by TURBS
Dodges by the muck pile [emoji23][emoji106][emoji23][emoji23]
2015 Columbus 320RS
2008 2500HD Duramax
2015 nights camped "34"
2016 nights camped "32"
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You had to go there....
Phat Phrog Stunt Team
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Kenny n Karen
TV: 2017 Chevy Silverado 3500 LTZ - named Betty
RV: 2017 Columbus 366RL - named Karen’s Camper
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08-30-2016, 04:38 PM
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#128
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Rick and Sandy Dyer
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: North Orange County
Posts: 28
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I think putting the coaches in by Brand is brilliant. Easier for the service Tec's, promotes brand id and lets all the brand owners to discuss the attributes of their specific coach and allows more time to discuss where to go fro rallies ect and become better friends. Example the R Pod will go places a Columbus or cedar creek cant. Different stokes for differnt folks
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2016 Cardinal
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08-30-2016, 05:00 PM
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#129
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Phat Phrog
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Missouri
Posts: 6,854
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Believe me...our XLR techs had fun driving golf carts around, getting whatever unexpected supplies the techs doing the work needed!!
So putting us together does help, however, when we chose to hang with long time friends instead, our techs have no problem accommodating!! That week with us, is actually fun for these techs! All of them!! They are perfectly fine, finding where your campsite is, and giving you their full attention as if you were parked with a group!
Phat Phrog Stunt Team
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Kenny n Karen
TV: 2017 Chevy Silverado 3500 LTZ - named Betty
RV: 2017 Columbus 366RL - named Karen’s Camper
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08-30-2016, 05:27 PM
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#130
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 10,833
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Quote:
Originally Posted by TURBS
Dodges by the muck pile [emoji23][emoji106][emoji23][emoji23]
2015 Columbus 320RS
2008 2500HD Duramax
2015 nights camped "34"
2016 nights camped "32"
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OCW did not show up!!!
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B and B
2022 Venture RV SportTrek STT 302 VRB Travel Trailer
2018 Heartland Landmark 365 Louisville 5th Wheel
2015 Heartland Bighorn 5th Wheel
2013 FR Rockwood 8289WS 5th Wheel
2012 FR Rockwood 2703 SS Travel Trailer
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08-30-2016, 05:29 PM
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#131
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Waynesville
Posts: 14,428
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My/Our take on Any Rally is to make People Comfortable and Accepted! I could care less what type unit you have parked next to us or where we sit at the Main Hall during meals! We really search out couples who are sitting at a 6 person table by themselves to join,Mix and Match that is what a Rally should be! In a week long period we still have time to Visit/spend with close friends also! We really prefer smaller Rallys but Big ones are Fun and Enjoyable also! Youroo!!
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08-30-2016, 05:52 PM
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#132
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Burton, MI.
Posts: 4,522
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Quote:
Originally Posted by youroo
My/Our take on Any Rally is to make People Comfortable and Accepted! I could care less what type unit you have parked next to us or where we sit at the Main Hall during meals! We really search out couples who are sitting at a 6 person table by themselves to join,Mix and Match that is what a Rally should be! In a week long period we still have time to Visit/spend with close friends also! We really prefer smaller Rallys but Big ones are Fun and Enjoyable also! Youroo!!
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You never know who is going g to ride up on a bicycle!!!
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Scott & Vicki
2018 Silverado 3500HD Dually 6.6L Duramax/Allison
2018 Columbus 366RL 1492 Edition
Camped 2012 19, 2013 110, 2014 129, 2015 97
2016 93, 2017 79, 2018 84, 2019 59, 2020 0,
2021 4 reserved
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08-30-2016, 06:36 PM
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#133
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2011
Posts: 941
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Quote:
Originally Posted by youroo
My/Our take on Any Rally is to make People Comfortable and Accepted! I could care less what type unit you have parked next to us or where we sit at the Main Hall during meals! We really search out couples who are sitting at a 6 person table by themselves to join,Mix and Match that is what a Rally should be! In a week long period we still have time to Visit/spend with close friends also! We really prefer smaller Rallys but Big ones are Fun and Enjoyable also! Youroo!!
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Well put! X2!!
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08-30-2016, 08:19 PM
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#134
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 10,833
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SYE
You never know who is going g to ride up on a bicycle!!!
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Or a stealth equipped Tiki Cart. Or Trost mobile coming in hot!!
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B and B
2022 Venture RV SportTrek STT 302 VRB Travel Trailer
2018 Heartland Landmark 365 Louisville 5th Wheel
2015 Heartland Bighorn 5th Wheel
2013 FR Rockwood 8289WS 5th Wheel
2012 FR Rockwood 2703 SS Travel Trailer
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08-30-2016, 08:26 PM
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#135
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: Carlisle, Arkansas
Posts: 1,387
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Oakman
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Yes that's me, Just can't help it
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2005 Cedar Creek 30RLBS/TrailAir Hitch/ MORryde 7K IS/Disc Brakes/ PI PT-50 EMS/ RV Flex Armor Roof
2015 RAM 3500 DRW 6.7 Cummins 3.42/ Garmin 760RV
40 Gal TransferFlow fuel tank/ TST 507
Amateur Radio W5CI 2019 Days Camping 25
2020 Days Camping 7
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08-30-2016, 08:27 PM
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#136
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Tipp City, OH
Posts: 7,154
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Quote:
Originally Posted by B and B
Or a stealth equipped Tiki Cart. Or Trost mobile coming in hot!!
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lol, I only know one speed. Pedal to the floor!
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2016 Georgetown 364TS
2017 Jeep Rubicon Recon toad
Nights Camped 2019 - 17
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08-30-2016, 08:44 PM
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#137
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2014
Posts: 981
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Quote:
Originally Posted by youroo
My/Our take on Any Rally is to make People Comfortable and Accepted! I could care less what type unit you have parked next to us or where we sit at the Main Hall during meals! We really search out couples who are sitting at a 6 person table by themselves to join,Mix and Match that is what a Rally should be! In a week long period we still have time to Visit/spend with close friends also! We really prefer smaller Rallys but Big ones are Fun and Enjoyable also! Youroo!!
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I only got to say "Hi".I was doing 3 other things at the time and do not multitask well! Drove around in the cart looking,but could never find you to have a real conversation!Nancy and I were talking about next year tonight and I'd like to park or drive taxi if possible.
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08-30-2016, 09:40 PM
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#138
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: In The Country
Posts: 519
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Goshen Evaluation
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Originally Posted by B and B
Or a stealth equipped Tiki Cart. Or Trost mobile coming in hot!!
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Oh yeah, the trost mobile was fun👍came in hot a few times 😳😂
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Terry & Mary Beth
Tennyson, IN
2018 palomino
columbus 298RL
2019 Ford F-350 6.7
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08-31-2016, 05:57 AM
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#139
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2012
Posts: 5,432
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Quote:
Originally Posted by keith52
30 amps, water, and a Wednesday pump out were all we needed. We were happy campers just to be at the rally with fellow campers!! Kudos to all the volunteers, you folks did a great job. Rennie really knows how to park an infield. I give it a 10 and hope to be able to attend in 2017.
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Thanks for the compliment on the infield parking, I had a great crew helping me this year so kudos to them as well. Lou ( Herk) and I worked on the 2015 rally together in the infield and between the both of us figured out the best and easiest way for everyone to park out there, now if we could just get a little more room between units i would be happier but then everyone might not reach the hook ups
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08-31-2016, 06:53 AM
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#140
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2014
Posts: 995
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Big D
I think putting the coaches in by Brand is brilliant. Easier for the service Tec's, promotes brand id and lets all the brand owners to discuss the attributes of their specific coach and allows more time to discuss where to go fro rallies ect and become better friends. Example the R Pod will go places a Columbus or cedar creek cant. Different stokes for differnt folks
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X2, but we're all old enough to know what opinions are like.
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Ken & Laurie
2022 Riverstone Legacy 39RKFB
2022 RAM 3500 Laramie Dually
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