NE Fall Rally [MA]

NE 2022 Fall Rally

So the rumors are true. The COG NE Fall rally is happening in the Berkshire Mountains. The location will be Great Barrington, MA located in the southwest corner of the state 

The motel location is walkable to a large variety of downtown amenities, including several food and beverage establishments. GB gives you access to a number of great riding areas. Further north into the Berkshires or Vermont, west into New York, south into Northern Connecticut, or west across the Mohawk Trail. It’s all good, and Tom Brady doesn’t live here anymore. So there is that.

Lodging

BOOK YOUR ROOM ASAP - OUR ROOM BLOCK EXPIRES JULY 30

The organizers have reserved a block of 25 rooms at a discounted price for this event. The special pricing will be honored after July 30, subject to room availability. 

The Quality Inn is a recently renovated motel style, 2-level venue. Our block of rooms will be on the back side of the motel, which faces away from Main St and is more private. The motel's amenities include free Wi-Fi, a free continental breakfast including some hot items and waffle iron, free parking, an exercise room, and 24-hour desk service. In your room, expect a fridge and microwave plus a flat-screen television, desk with chair, coffee maker and more.

There are 25 rooms in our block consisting of 10 king and 15 double queen rooms. If you are a couple, please select a king room to leave the doubles for those sharing. Consider sharing double queen rooms with a friend so that more members will be able to book a room Inn. Other COGgers will appreciate this consideration. Call Quality Inn direct to book rooms. For better customer service, call between 7:30 AM - 3:00pm, and ask for Brian.

Quality Inn Great Barrington
web:  www.qualityinngreatbarrington.com
phone: 413-528-3150

Call the motel direct to make room reservations. Mention "Concours Owners Group"

Room Rates: $125 THU; $180 FRI/SAT (not including 11.7% tax). A continental breakfast is included. Our room block will be released on July 31, 2022. The special pricing will be honored after July 30, subject to room availability. Reservations may be canceled at no cost up to 7 days prior to arrival; otherwise there will be a 1 night charge.

Although the room block has been released to the public, the discounted rates will still be honored if you call and find an available room. 

Dinner Arrangements
There are no planned group meals. You will be on your own for meals at the many food & beverage establishments in downtown Great Barrington. Weather permitting, we may take up a collection to order pizza Friday or Saturday evening.

Registration/Fees
$0 members/non-members  We're asking everyone to register online to help with planning.

Ride Route Examples

Here are a few example ride GPX files that can be examined in Garmin GPS or Basecamp. 

RELEASE: As with any route provided, we recommend following the route on a map first. This way you will have a better idea of where you are going and have more fun doing it. Downloading and using any route file indicates you acknowledge that you agree to do so with the understanding that the Concours Owners Group (COG) cannot assume responsibility for your personal safety when using these routes. If you choose to use these routes you do so voluntarily, based on your own assessment of your abilities, route conditions, and facilities, and therefore assume all risks. You release and hold harmless COG, its officers, agents and members from any and all injury and/or loss to your person or property that may result from using these routes or participation in this event. These routes are provided a samples and without any guarantee of accuracy, road quality, or safety.

To download files: 

1. Log into your COG account first at: www.concours.org
2. By clicking HERE to download files you agree to the release statement above

Things To Do and See

Housatonic Heritage Walks: Free walking activities where local historians, naturalists, and environmentalists will be your guides. There will be several the weekend of our event in and near Great Barrington. Refer to the web page and downloadable Heritage Walks brochure. 

Bridge of Flowers: The Bridge of Flowers is in Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts, connecting the towns of Shelburne and Buckland. The seasonal footbridge – once a trolley bridge – has a garden of flowers covering it. It is only open between April and October. Check out the web site for more information.

Old Man Jeff’s Barbecue Company:  This is a newly opened BBQ joint in Pittsfield MA that has been getting good reviews. Their website says they are operating limited hours, so call ahead.

Zack & Lou’s Barbecue: This is a terrific BBQ joint in Winsted CT. It’s not a far ride at all from Great Barrington. The brisket sandwich and pulled chicken are very good.

Questions
Contact one of the event organizers

• Steve Cerutti: steveonlineusa@gmail.com
• Steve Smith: nead@concours.org or 203-720-7575

Please check the COG Forums for additional announcements and conversations: Forums > Ride Time > Northeast Events or follow this Link.

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