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**Well I did go, a great ride, traffic wasn't too bad, wasn't even very busy in Deckers. Once I got to Woodland Park it was a bit crazier-must've been some type of run as there were a ton of bikes in groups. A very eclectic group to say the least. So for lunch I went to Joanie's-had the hot pastrami sandwich, WOW! I also peeked in Alpine Guns and Ammo. There really wasn't much to look at though the exception was a very nice selection of Damascus steel knives. No guns that interested me. I also stopped in the pawn shop across 24 but again nothing that was special or interesting. Got caught in a light downpour between Deckers and Pine for about 2 minutes if that lol.
It was a bit cooler in WP and the ride until I hit Morrison on the way back. Thanks for all the suggestions, I really appreciate it. Next time I'll check out the places in Florissant.
This is near Manitou Lake:
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Might be taking a motorcycle ride to Woodland Park on Saturday. Any gunshops worth stopping by? More interested in older stuff than the latest plastic fantastic.
Also looking for a good place for lunch. I usually stop for gas and keep going but this time it's the destination.
Thanks.
Lunch: http://joaniesdeli.com/
Eat at Joanies.
I think there's a gun store just down the street from it, but I dunno if it's still there.
Marine24
08-15-2017, 07:54
Alpine Firearms in Woodland Park is a nice little shop.
http://alpinefirearms.com/
Hungry Bear is always a good place to eat. More known for its breakfast, but lunch is real good as well. Fiesta is another place we enjoy if you are in the mood for Mexican food.
I'll second Joanies, ate there last week and it was good food.
Great, thanks! A lot will depend on what time I actually roll in as to where I'll eat. Not going to rush the ride, just take my time. Keep 'em coming.
There is a pawn shop on the east of town. Haven't stop in Woodland to eat but Divide has a nice Irish Pub and if you like usual beers check out Paradox up on the hill behind the pub.
Go a bit further to Florissant and have lunch at the Thunderbird (24 and CR1) Interesting dive bar with great burgers.
Across 24 from the Thunderbird is a good little gun shop.
Alpine Firearms in Woodland Park is a nice little shop.
http://alpinefirearms.com/
Hungry Bear is always a good place to eat. More known for its breakfast, but lunch is real good as well. Fiesta is another place we enjoy if you are in the mood for Mexican food.
If you go to Hungry Bear, don't go hungry cause you'll be starving by the time you get seated.....decent food though.
Bailey Guns
08-15-2017, 10:03
There used to be a great little Italian place at the intersection of Hwy 24 and CR-67 (or whatever it was that came from Deckers). It was in the little strip mall just behind the Wendy's. Info is a bit dated...maybe 5 or 6 years.
Serrano's has the best Mexican food in Woodland Park. Casa Grande is Casa Grande, and Fiesta Mexicana is overpriced and bland.
Grandmother's Kitchen has really good home-style cooking.
You may be tempted to stop at the BierWerks in Woodland Park because there will be a lot of bikers and people out front, but I do not recommend it - so-so beer and snacks - tourist trap.
McGinty's Irish Pub in Divide is good. Best pizza around. Guinness Gouda soup is awesome.
Paradox brewery in Divide is excellent.
Zundfolge
08-15-2017, 10:40
There used to be a great little Italian place ...
You're clearly not talking about Mangia! Mangia! (which is closed now and there's a Jimmy John's in the building now).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hl-CHxQ20cc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSDQT_XU2KU
(you could be talking about AJ's Pizza which is good pizza ... if you're extra hungry, get the garlic knots ... mmm ).
As for gun shops, I like Alpine (https://goo.gl/maps/wJg2yNTkNTL2) (nice little shop ... has the feel of a classic old gun shop) and if you do want to look at some tactici-cool stuff (and some cool Cerakote work) check out 2AR Tactical . (https://goo.gl/maps/m5AN5ha28WU2)
Wow, thanks again. I'll avoid the bars, never drink when I ride and not a fan of the land pirates I tend to find there lol. Serrano's and Joanie's are the leading candidates. As for guns someplace that might have older S&Ws is mostly what I'm interested in.
Zundfolge
08-15-2017, 10:49
As for guns someplace that might have older S&Ws is mostly what I'm interested in.
Then Alpine it is (doesn't say Alpine in an obvious spot on the outside, just "Guns & Ammo").
Bailey Guns
08-15-2017, 10:53
You're clearly not talking about Mangia! Mangia!
Wasn't sure but after watching the opening of the video, that's not it. Don't remember the name. It was in a strip mall...not a stand-alone building. It was our frequent lunch stop when riding.
Zundfolge
08-15-2017, 11:37
Don't remember the name. It was in a strip mall...not a stand-alone building. It was our frequent lunch stop when riding.
Sounds like AJ's Pizza ... now all I can think about is their garlic knots.
Sounds like AJ's Pizza ... now all I can think about is their garlic knots.
AJ's is the wood fired place, right?
If so.. definitely good food.
Zundfolge
08-15-2017, 11:47
AJ's is the wood fired place, right?
Yes
Bailey Guns
08-15-2017, 12:11
Seems like it had the word "mama" or "mama's" in it.
Then Alpine it is (doesn't say Alpine in an obvious spot on the outside, just "Guns & Ammo").
Don't get too excited about this place. I'm not sure how he stays in business. Very few guns, but worth a 5 minute stop to see what he may have in the case.
Zundfolge
08-15-2017, 13:21
Seems like it had the word "mama" or "mama's" in it.
Ah, I bet you're talking about Jo-Mama's Pizza ... it's AJs now (and I think slightly better ... but it was good back in the day too).
Bailey Guns
08-15-2017, 13:33
That's it! Jo-Mama's. I loved that place.
The Swiss Chalet has the best food in WP by a wide margin. It's fancy in the evening, but casual and affordable for lunch. Behind that is Joni's, the McGuinteys in Divide. If you want the local hi-speed secret, try the dive burger joint right behind McGuinteys. The name escapes me at the moment, but it's something like "Ray's Place".
Don't expect too much at Alpine. He's never had much in the way of inventory. He does occasionally take in the interesting consignment, so it's worth a stop.
If it's not this weekend you're going, stop in at old Tim K's house. We'll talk shootin iron till you discover I'm pretty dull.
Man, too many choices lol! Yeah I am planning on this Saturday being the day for the ride, got some stuff on Thursday that may make me push it back a week but I hope not. I'll let you guys know where I eat and what shops I stop by.
The annual veterans rally in Cripple Creek is this weekend. Forgot to mention that
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