Midwest Gathering

[ggdad1951]

We talked about this the other night in chat. I refuse to call them that. Its just bean bag toss to me.

 

ditto, we aren't in Nebraska....or I just call the game "bags", for those that drink beer, BeerDarts is better anyway!   www.beerdarts.com 

[TodFitch]

We talked about this the other night in chat. I refuse to call them that. Its just bean bag toss to me.

That I would have understood.

[Todd B]

merle the game looks very cool.   Maybe it is just a northern wisconsin thing but I would of called it a bean bag toss game.  as far as "Corn Hole",  WELL I am not sure if GTK will kick me off the site for what I thought it meant. 

[Desotodav]

Never lived in the midwest so I had to look this one up. Just incase anyone else is confused and too embarressed to ask: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cornhole

 

Thanks for the link Tod as I had no idea either. Seems that we are missing out on a whole lot of fun here in Oz !

[Merle Coggins]

more like "Merle's skunk-in-a-popcorn box drive in BBQ"

 

There's the real reason Mark isn't coming down for the party. He's afraid I'll make him watch REAL football. "Go Bucky!"

 

Never lived in the midwest so I had to look this one up. Just incase anyone else is confused and too embarressed to ask: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cornhole

 

It's not a Midwest game Tod. There are ACA sanctioned tournaments all across the country, including California. http://www.playcornhole.org/tournaments/index.php  Even the company that made the custom bags for me is out of Florida. https://www.victorytailgate.com/

 

We talked about this the other night in chat. I refuse to call them that. Its just bean bag toss to me.

 

The name comes from the fact that the bags are filled with corn, not beans. There are some bags made with synthetic beads, but some claim they don't work as well.

 

Merle, those look great!  Bet you could sell a few.....

 

I suppose it's possible if someone else wants a set, but it'll be pricey. I've got around $300 in this set and I didn't have to ship them anywhere. They're pretty heavy.

[DJ194950]

Have you made sure that full of corn?? 

If so, i'd suggest some friendly bets with bean bag throwers! Should give you the edge to recoup your expenses in the just the first year.

 

Man that could help you cover your costs in the years to come also if you host more BBQ'S.

 

Doug

Edited September 13, 2013 by DJ194950

[48Dodger]

OMG....very cool looking game Merle! nice work.

 

I will have to see if I can get you to help make a set for the BBQ out here! 

 

48D

[Plymouthy Adams]

Ed..you just too shy...

[ggdad1951]

Yikes! When I make them for people I only charge $100!

[DJ194950]

Yikes! When I make them for people I only charge $100!

 

Are they bean bag throws and not the Real Corn?

[ggdad1951]

I only make the wood parts...about $50 in wood and the rest labor.

[48Dodger]

For those who didnt know, or the newbies...Mark (ggdad1951) is a darn good woodworker...a true craftsman.  

 

http://www.markfritschedesigns.com/

 

 

48D

[Dave72dt]

For those who didnt know, or the newbies...Mark (ggdad1951) is a darn good woodworker...a true craftsman.  

 

http://www.markfritschedesigns.com/

 

 

48D

I can vouch for that. I've seen his cabinetry up close and he doesn't have to take a back seat to anyone

[wallytoo]

he doesn't have to take a back seat to anyone

that's a good thing, since that would be tough in a pilot-house.

[ggdad1951]

thanks guys....who needs a kitchen? I need to buy truck parts!

[48Dodger]

Holy cow! Only FIVE Days til the big event!!!!!

 

I bet Merle is sorting, resorting, and double sorting through all that's needed for Saturday. 

Wish I could be there, to be part of the 1st, of what I am sure will be an annual event. 

 

Honestly, I would go just to see my buddy Merle. But there are few other characters who

are gonna be there too I'd like to meet. lol

 

Good Luck everyone!

 

 

48D

[beyert99]

Merle, Let me know if there is anything specific you would like me to bring. Looking forward to driving up

 

Tim

[ggdad1951]

Ill be there in spirit.....and parts being handed off

Edited September 17, 2013 by ggdad1951

[Merle Coggins]

Tim's right. I've been busy getting things ready. A last minute, quick, business trip out to California is putting a crimp into my time line, but one way or another We'll make it work. I'll be home Wednesday night. Thursday night I'll be meeting Ralph at his store, Piggly Wiggle in Racine, to pick up brats, burgers, and etc. Friday night after work I'll take care of some last minute prep and I'll be ready for everyone by Saturday morning.

 

It took me 7 years to get out to your BBQ, Tim. You've got time...

 

Tim B., you can bring a side dish or desert to share if you'd like. Either way I'm looking forward to seeing you and your truck again.

 

I just hope my truck will be in running order. I had to pull my generator and take it in. It quit working. My generator guru noticed a ring of solder around the end of the armature. So something shorted out and melted down. He has been busy but was hoping to get at it this week. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that I'll be able to pick it up Thursday or Friday and throw it back in.

[Jeff Balazs]

Tim's right. I've been busy getting things ready. A last minute, quick, business trip out to California is putting a crimp into my time line, but one way or another We'll make it work. I'll be home Wednesday night. Thursday night I'll be meeting Ralph at his store, Piggly Wiggle in Racine, to pick up brats, burgers, and etc. Friday night after work I'll take care of some last minute prep and I'll be ready for everyone by Saturday morning.

 

It took me 7 years to get out to your BBQ, Tim. You've got time...

 

Tim B., you can bring a side dish or desert to share if you'd like. Either way I'm looking forward to seeing you and your truck again.

 

I just hope my truck will be in running order. I had to pull my generator and take it in. It quit working. My generator guru noticed a ring of solder around the end of the armature. So something shorted out and melted down. He has been busy but was hoping to get at it this week. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that I'll be able to pick it up Thursday or Friday and throw it back in.

Hey Merle;

If you were to make it by the shop while you are here you can have my freshly rebuilt genny. I decided to go with a 6V alternator instead.

Kind of a heavy carry on....but it's yours if you want it.

Jeff

[Merle Coggins]

Thanks Jeff. Might be worth trying to get over there.

[Todd B]

When it rains it pours. 

 

I took my truck to my freinds shop last week and asked if he could see why it has no power and adjust my brakes.  On friday he did not start on it so I was going to drive it 4 miles across town to have my glass guy look at the window leak.  I got a mile from there and I thought it was running out of gas so I coasted into the gas station.  Tried to leave and it would not start.  So I called my speed demon son to pull me back to my buddies shop.  My buddie got the truck running great, points were bad, plug wires loose, the timing was off, & the fuel line from the tank to my electric fuel pump was bad.  Then he looks into the brakes and finds both rear wheel cylinders  leaking and one rear pad is cracked off.   I found a place in Green Bay and ran the parts to him just before closing tonight.  I promised his a stick of vension sausage if he had them done by Friday.  It sounds like the bribe will work so I can be back on the road for Merl's.

 

Keep my truck in your prayers please.  Todd B

[Merle Coggins]

Got my fingers crossed Todd.

Thanks to Jeff I'll have a generator to put on my truck, even if the alternator shop doesn't come through. (As long as the airline doesn't loose my bag ). I had a nice visit with Jeff and his wife, Linda, last night. His truck is looking real good. Thanks Jeff. Wish I could have chatted longer.

[Todd B]

That is one of the coolest things of this site.  The freinds you make and how people go out of there way to help you, kudos to Jeff. 

 

Merle, I am in for bringing some good old Wisconsin Cheese, Whitetail Sausage and a home made apple pie.  Its a long trip and I hope there is some food left when I get there.  

 

Offer still stands for parts I can bring along.

 

Todd

[ggdad1951]

still jealous....