April 25, 2009 - Leesburg

Another glorious day in paradise started with a group breakfast at Snellgroves in Plant City. Afterward, Boyd, Bob & I headed to Leesburg via some of our favorite roads, including Green Pond Road and CR-561.

Our first stop was at Champions Honda where they were celebrating the Bike Fest with a great sale, pizza and a couple of stunt riders. The main reason for our stop, however, was for Boyd to have a new rear tire mounted on his V-Max (yes, already).

Before I continue with my story I have a small quiz. You can identify the object pictured below?

No, it is not a bird's nest. Give up? Remember that Boyd was there to get a new tire and he chose not to leave any good rubber on the old tire, so....

He smoked the tire. Check out the video below.

What was left on the pavement after the tire blew was a pile of burned rubber.

What was left wrapped around the V-Max's rear axle and inside the differential was the tire wire shown in the first photograph.

While Boyd and I waited for the tire change, Bob headed downtown to the Bike Fest.

With the new tire mounted, Boyd and I headed to the Lakeridge Winery to check out their Jazz Festival. We had hardly gotten off the bikes when we heard a familiar voice. It turned out to be Lloyd who had brough Julie and her parents to enjoy the music, sunshine, wine and beer.

Jule & her mother.

After visiting for a while and enjoying the scenery (we developed a new appreciation for green Chiffon), Boyd & I headed home. Another great ride, great day and great memories.

Ride with Pride.

Gunny