Fremont Parade 2011
 

HI guys - by starting this thread I know from experience it will create some confusion. :) That is because the Fremont Parade hasn't happened yet, and when it does, someone will INVARIABLY start their own thread not knowing that this one is already on the board.

So.....but despite this, I want to throw out some pre-ride info and maybe get some feedback. First, the weather: The weather forecast is mixed at best, disappointing at worst. It won't be as bad as last year, though. But it does sound like a small front will be moving in Friday night into Saturday morning with the typical overcasts, cool and drizzly skies. High temps will get into the sixties eventually, though, which is good. At 11AM when the riders hit the road, it will probably by 56-60. This does not concern me considering last years high turnout in rain!

Next - the painting party and related info. Just yesterday, they announced the painting party location. It is not Hale's Ales again. I will not post the location in this thread - join the yahoo group solcycles to find out or maybe pm me but I can't guarantee a reply as i will be traveling. The ride organizers are as photographer concience as they have ever been, but I don't think that affected the late decision on announcing the location. Suffice it to say, photographers need a special pass to enter the indoor painting party, but outdoors, its still "be discrete, courteous, ask first, respect eveyone's wishes etc". BTW - word is that >600 will ride (last years count) but not all will be at the painting party. Basically the buzz is at Solcycles that many people want to talk about photography and how to have it the way they want it at all times (i.e. totally wanting to be able to call the shots - "yes, I want my picture taken, but only when I am good and prepared"). The reply is "we will do the best we can but, to be honest, if you are overly squeemish about being photographed, maybe you shouldn't be riding in the parade". Nuff said, but still follow the rules and be respectful!

Then there is this rumor about a leaflet announcing a special photoshoot a la Spencer Tunick where they are wanting to get 99 riders to pose. That would be awesome. anyone know any more about this?

Riders should be all painted up by 10:30AM and out the door. Assembly and group photos will be from 10:30AM to 11:00AM. The ride out of Ballard then begins at 11AM with 12PM still being the "Official" start of the ride.

PLease put pics here, but I can't control everything. Here are a few pics from last year that I took but have not posted at OCC before...

EDIT: ah, Crispus - you must live at OCC :) I mean, thanking my post before I've even finished editing it :) cheers!

Klondike

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Yeah, how sad is that! As if to prove your point, furthermore, don't know if you remembered (but you must at one point have known, 'cos you thanked it!) that Pedro already started one: https://forum.oneclickchicks.com/show...004#post932004 . I mention this not (or not only) to tease you, but to update part of what he said there:

"There is a film being made this year and the crew will follow four ride 'virgins' as they get naked for the first time. The film requires backers, if you have $2,500 you can be fully involved in the film and get a credit as an executive producer! They have made a video..... hxxp://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1778849889/beyond-nakeda-documentary-film "

...and to that I add this from the auteur:

"Hi everyone,
Thanks to support from many of you, we were able to reach our fundraising goal. I'm thrilled to be able to make the film I've dreamed of making. In addition to the special equipment we've been able to secure, we've also been granted unprecedented access by parade organizers to film along the parade route. We'll have a crew of about 25 people working on the day of the parade, and they will be clearly identified with Beyond Naked badges and their photos. We'll be doing a few things that you can optionally participate in:

At the painting party, we'll have a photo station (look for the blue background) where anyone who wants to be sure to be included in the film can have their picture taken, which will later be turned into a stop-motion animation of as many riders as possible.

At the painting party, if you arrive early you'll have a chance to be an extra getting painted in the background near where the film's four characters are being painted film.

At the beginning and end of the parade, we will be flying an RC helicopter with a camera attached to it. This camera will capture sweeping aerial shots of the ride and the crowd, footage that has never been made before. I'll be sending out a message for the list later this week with some instructions for those of you who want to be part of the film's parade finish at Kite Hill in Gas Works Park.

We'll have film postcards with info about the production on hand, and model releases for you to sign as needed. You can learn more at http://www.beyondnakedfilm.com. "


**One final edit to what K said: It should be noted that noon is the official start of the PARADE (though Fremont is pretty much always on hippie time); the RIDERS are required to be out of the pathway NO LATER THAN NOON ; didn't want anybody to get there late!!

Um......gulp:eek: Yes, I totally forgot about Pedro's thread......:)

They need to stay bumped until the day arrives. I have a VERY short memory....

hopefully we can keep this one bumped. And thanks for incorporating Pedro's info into this one - that way we can keep the pics here and have all the pre-ride info also.

thanks, Crispus!

Klondike

..and I do apologize, Pedro.....:) Seems I had you pegged as being so into your WNBR's over there right now that you wouldn't even have time to look up and stare at your map of the US!

Klondike

No need to apologise klondike, this is 'your' hometown event and one I hope is as good as last year! :D:D

Here's hoping the good people of Fremont are a hardy breed! The parade has got Brighton WNBR syndrome, a crap day surrounded by sunny days!

hxxp://www.wunderground.com/US/OR/Portland.html

Today is in the mid-70's but tomorrow is cool and wet!:mad::mad::mad: It did not dampen things too much last year, but it may put off a few (like it did me, last week) stripping off. Paint is not a good insulator, specially when it runs:D

Good luck to any OCC member hoping to record the best NIP event in the US of A;)

Yes, it does not look good for tomorrow, but the KOMO weather station here in Seattle (which has always been my first choice for weather up here) has for a high 64, not 61 (wunderground). Those three degrees can make quite a difference. Also, when wunderground says 80% chance of precipitation, that sounds a lot worse than "rain at times" (KOMO). I think we will eek this one out, and it should be a bit better than last year which really was RAIN!
In reality, this is a pretty typical forecast for these parts on Fremont day - just a bit off...

KLondike

.....and Pedro, A rider wrote over at Solcycles that he is "stoked" that the temp will only be 60 tomorrow (with some rain). Cycling gets you warm, he says. Another wrote back and said she skipped out last year because of the weather, but not this year!!

so......I think there will be a few pics...

KLondike

Best of luck old chum, I have a day off from work (well the beach, anyway) on Sunday (in Europe) and will be looking forward to the first photos popping up. I just wish I was there, I really fancy riding the parade myself one day!

Yes - - - but Klondike ..... starting a thread that reads : ' Fremont is two Days away ' will inevitably confuse some / a few people ( such as myself ) ... who will read the Title ( today / Saturday ) , and think : " Ah ! Everything is good ! I've got until Monday yet ! Time to relax ! " :)