Where is Truckin' Mike?

[TruckinMike]

I'm on a mission! A mission of utmost importance. I'm on a mission to spot Ron Paul signs along the highway.

Out of the past 10,000 miles i have seen ONLY 4 signs! And they were all in Detroit! Hurrah for Detroit, but come on folks, we need more signs! Don't let me shame you... I'll be looking! Come on Indianapolis, here I come!!

I'm leaving for Detroit right now, for Ft. Worth.

My route is...

in Michigan
I-75 south
I696west
275 south
94 west
69 south

Indiana

69 south
south loop araound Indianapolis
I70 west

Illinois

70 west
57 south


I'll up date tomorrow... Show me the SIGNS!!

PS-- you can't miss me, I am carrying a wide load, yellow and blue tarps, with flags, and yellow flashing lights... Here is a picture. Taken ten minutes ago.

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1253/1485113458_60284c73fb_b.jpg

[wgadget]

You are cool, Truckin' Mike!

[RP4ME]

Hey Good buddy! I love it! YOu ROCK! How can any trucker be for any other candidate but Ron Paul!!!????

Keep us accountable in yoru jourbeys as to who has the signs and who doesnt!

[JosephTheLibertarian]

you should stick something on the back on the truck that says something like "HONK IF YOU'RE GONNA VOTE RON PAUL!" lol just an idea............

[wgadget]

Hey, Truckin' Mike....What do you think about using a tarp with Ron Paul Revolution painted on top of it, for all the traffic helicopters to put on the local news?

Good idea? Bad idea? The tarps are less than $200 and could be easily painted by our spirited corps of signmakers....

[JosephTheLibertarian]

Hey, Truckin' Mike....What do you think about using a tarp with Ron Paul Revolution painted on top of it, for all the traffic helicopters to put on the local news?

Good idea? Bad idea? The tarps are less than $200 and could be easily painted by our spirited corps of signmakers....

Yeah, and I bet members on this board would help raise the money for you if you don't have it lol On this board..or wherever

[nullvalu]

you should stick something on the back on the truck that says something like "HONK IF YOU'RE GONNA VOTE RON PAUL!" lol just an idea............

Haha I like the Granny Warriors' rear sign.. "HONK IF YOU SPEAK ENGLISH"

[Jared Callanan]

hahaha.. that's great man.. If you get up to Maine or New Hampshire I wont let you down.

[uncloned21]

Awesome! Sorry I'm not near your routes! Do you ever chat up the other drivers on the radio? =P

[TruckinMike]

I'm west of Ann Arbor on 94, headed for 69, then on to Ft. Wayne, In.

Heads up ... I'm coming through!!!

Truckinmike

[IowaSupport]

This is awesome.

Think you could alert meetup groups in the area before you drive by to get them more motivated?

[TruckinMike]

PHOTO OP!!!!

Get your cameras ready for a loud and exciting Trucker drive by... with lights flashing, flags a waiving, and horning a honkin'!! TruckinMike is on his way.

AND...

--- Shame on Ann Arbor, Shame on Jackson ---- Ft. Wayne...YOU ARE NEXT on the route of SHAME! Don't disappoint me. I need a fix... a Ron PAul Sign fix. NAil'em up, tack'em up, or tape'em up... Just get those "permanent" signs on the roads!!

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1132/1357613106_142df3f50d.jpg

Have You put up Your TEN signs for Ron Paul?

And

Uncloned21...


Do you ever chat up the other drivers on the radio?

Yes, however its disappointing, truckers for the most part listen to sean HAnnity, and they are NOT computer savvy.... thus the problem. However, they dont like big government, taxes, etc.. and they have enough "authority" to deal with everyday... they have the "DOT".

[austin356]

Truckin' Mike your awesome.

[TruckinMike]

This is awesome.

Think you could alert meetup groups in the area before you drive by to get them more motivated?

I'll get to them tonite... But if anyone is in a group along my route please post this thread.:D

[TechnoGuyRob]

Truckin' Mike rocks!

[McDermit]

This is awesome.

Think you could alert meetup groups in the area before you drive by to getely them more motivated?

Definitely! It would be awesome if you could always keep us updated so we know to have the highways freshly plastered for you. It could be like rolling out the red carpet when you come through town.

[TruckinMike]

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1324/1486738010_f2950564b4_o.jpg
I will be posting here for all to see. I will also notify the "contact" person at each of the meet ups along the route. Maybe they will spread the word. Hopefully so.

NOTE: Small Permenant Signs work! Dollar for Dollar, they are the very BEST without a doubt! Just think...They resend the message every time someone sees it. Much better than TV, radio, newspapers or magazines. If we can get the ten signs per supporter ---- people will soon learn of RON PAUL, thus VOTE for Ron Paul. But we must get the signs out ... Spread the word "Hey Dude, Can you Hang Ten?" to all of your meet up groups!!

People on the street still do not know who Ron Paul is!!!

10 Million signs would do it!!! WE MUST DO IT NOW... Only 8-10 weeks of effective repetitive advirtising left.... The signs must go out NOW!

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1132/1357613106_142df3f50d.jpg

Truckinmike

[RP4ME]

LOVE you trucking MIKE!!!

Stay clear of Candycane though - hes trouble Good buddy!


Candy Cane I hears supports Ghuliani and may be an illegal Mexican trucker.....who disguises hs accent by talking in hushed tones! He loves driving on teh Nafta superhighway!

[TruckinMike]

Ft. Wayne... I'm on your back door! You better get to movin', don't let the Shame express do you in!!

TruckinMike

[thuja]

sexy rig!

[wgadget]

PHOTO OP!!!!

Get your cameras ready for a loud and exciting Trucker drive by... with lights flashing, flags a waiving, and horning a honkin'!! TruckinMike is on his way.

AND...

--- Shame on Ann Arbor, Shame on Jackson ---- Ft. Wayne...YOU ARE NEXT on the route of SHAME! Don't disappoint me. I need a fix... a Ron PAul Sign fix. NAil'em up, tack'em up, or tape'em up... Just get those "permanent" signs on the roads!!

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1132/1357613106_142df3f50d.jpg

Have You put up Your TEN signs for Ron Paul?

And

Uncloned21...



Yes, however its disappointing, truckers for the most part listen to sean HAnnity, and they are NOT computer savvy.... thus the problem. However, they dont like big government, taxes, etc.. and they have enough "authority" to deal with everyday... they have the "DOT".

Do they like Mexican truckers? You know...the Truckin' Pedros?

[TruckinMike]

Well, I made it through Ft. Wayne. --- Not Good. Not even one little itty bitty sign to be seen.

Shame shame... Ohh the piercing Shame.

Ok, on to Indy!! Come on.... you can do it!!!!

Truckinmike

[Dary]

Captain Parker update please....

[BizmanUSA]

YO - TruckinMike,

Fantastic or should we say Paultastic look and idea. We need to get as many fellow truckers to support RP the same way as possible.

This is especially requested for all those who drive in and through New Hampshire, Iowa, New York, South Carolina and Florida . . . Hells Bells it is important for any truckers who have the nerve to speak out for Ron Paul that drive in or through any STATE! :cool:

We are not just on the internet - We are Ron Paul and We are EVERYWHERE! :D

Hey to ALL Meetup groups - time to hit the truckstops and do a little rally supporting for RP-Yes/No ? ;)

Thanks,

BizmanUSA

[TruckinMike]

Unrelenting Pain.... the HORROR... The SHAME!!!

Indianapolis, you let us down. No signs, no Ron PAul message, no Ron PAul VOTE!

Terre Haute.. I'm on my way... COme on.. Buck the Trend and Show me the SIGNS!!!

Truckinmike



Captain Parker update please....

Here is the link to the thread: http://www.ronpaulforums.com/showthread.php?t=20373&page=7

The vet said the bite was much worse than he first thought. He has a large area of decaying flesh. From the lower leg up and into his inner and outer shoulder area. The vet may have to sedate and remove rotting material... but for now Parker is really back to normal. At least while looking at his disposition and overall attitude. My wife took him on her morning walk to the park. And he had a great time. -- he doesn't know his leg is rotting off.:eek:

Note: The dead flesh is dead, thus he is not in pain.:D

[TruckinMike]

I guess Indiana just doesn't have what it takes to get it done...Shame Shame Shame:(

Illinois ---- Now its your turn. Show'em who's Boss, by showing ME the SIGNS!

Truckinmike

MY ROUTE for today:
I70west
I57south
I55 south to MO.
then into AR.
then west on I 40
around Little ROck on 440
then south on I30



Note: I hope this little series of posts serves as a source of motivation. To get RP_ elected each and every supporter is going to have to pull their own weight. By posting at least ten signs each... and since MEETup members are HIGHLY motivated, action oriented individuals, how 'bout increasing your sign goal to 100 signs!!! YOU CAN DO IT!

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1132/1357613106_142df3f50d.jpg

Also, if you don't have cash to send, 10 well -placed signs are worth a good $100 BUCKS towards the campaign in advirtising... So get those signs out!--- And include RP's message in little 2 or 3 word snipits. People need a reason to research, get them interested.

[TruckinMike]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2196/1491971242_ea1fb47c3d_o.jpg

Gee Whiz, When i went into the restaurant that Ron Paul sign wasn't on the post... Hmmm. Now I wonder who put that there? MaYbe it was the all elusive "Sign Fairy'! YES, that must be it.... NO, it can't be. I don't believe in "sign fairies". Golly Gee-willikers... Then how'd it get there?

Mystery after mystery, we are all faced with unanswerable riddles, and clueless enigmas seem to leep out from the beyond. Oh what to do... what to do?!?!?!

Snap Snap... Snap out of YOUR stupor! Wake up and smell the coffee! There is only one way to get a sign up.... Do it YOURSELF!

Illinois, you are starting to disappoint me..:(

Truckinmike

[DjLoTi]

Thanks for your first-hand updates Mike!

[IRO-bot]

Dang Flatlanders. (sorry grew up in Missouri out in the ozarks).

[wgadget]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2196/1491971242_ea1fb47c3d_o.jpg

Gee Whiz, When i went into the restaurant that Ron Paul sign wasn't on the post... Hmmm. Now I wonder who put that there? MaYbe it was the all elusive "Sign Fairy'! YES, that must be it.... NO, it can't be. I don't believe in "sign fairies". Golly Gee-willikers... Then how'd it get there?

Mystery after mystery, we are all faced with unanswerable riddles, and clueless enigmas seem to leep out from the beyond. Oh what to do... what to do?!?!?!

Snap Snap... Snap out of YOUR stupor! Wake up and smell the coffee! There is only one way to get a sign up.... Do it YOURSELF!

Illinois, you are starting to disappoint me..:(

Truckinmike

Are you saying you put up the sign yourself???


Oh, the shame of it!

[ronpaulyourmom]

Are you saying you put up the sign yourself???


Oh, the shame of it!

Mike is freakin tall!

Great job.

[TruckinMike]

I'm just outside Whittington, IL

I found TWO perfect 4x8 sign locations.

At exit 83 on I-57

1. on the east side of the freeway, north of the overpass.
there is a small one-sided billboard, just perfect for a 4x8
to be nailed on the back side (north side).

2. on the east side of the freeway, south of the overpass.
There is a large abandoned double sided billboard perfect for multiple 4x8
signs on both the front and the back.

OK...Illinois, now get to it!

Truckinmike

[TruckinMike]

It looks like Illinois will join the ranks of the other disappointments. They are guaranteed their spot on "TruckinMike's Wall O' Shame". And it looks like its been Another sad day for us all. :(

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2145/1492252953_dcced55e79_o.jpg

But wait... there is a bit of Silver in that cloud lining. Hmmm... And How is that?
Simple, the previous post. They have no more excuses about where to place a few signs!:D ... Lets not mention the ones that I put up... I wouldn't want to shame them or anything:rolleyes:


And

I am now stuck at the Missouri line -- at the weigh station. I had to shut it down for the night. I can only drive 30 minutes after sunset.

Truckinmike

[angelatc]

MIke - what's your route? HOw can we alert the troops if we don't know where you're headed!

[TruckinMike]

Here is tomorrows route:

Missouri state line on I-57 to I-55south
then into Arkansas
west on I-40 towards Little Rock
around Little Rock on I-440
and then west on I-30 to Texarkana.

I'll probably stay there Saturday night. I'm looking forward to seeing some signs ...So get'em up!!:cool:

We need permenent signs. Find abandoned billboards, sides of barns, buildings, hang from trees with rope, fence posts,corn fields, junk cars in pastures, ANY WHERE and EVERYwhere!

And Sunday, I'll roll into the Dallas area on I-30
then south on loop 635 to I-20 west towards Ft.Worth
then north on loop 820 and back on I-30 west and into Ft.Worth for delivery Monday Morning.


Truckin'Mike

[TruckinMike]

I'm up and at'em... and about to take on Missouri and Arkansas. So get them signs up... you still have time to beat the Shame express!!!!!:D

Truckinmike

[TruckinMike]

Missouri, here is some help....


At mile marker 60.6 on I-55 there is an unused billboard. Its perfect for a UN-official Ron Paul 4x8 sign

I'll be looking next time I come through:)

Truckinmike

[Jimmy]

Very cool Mike :cool:

[TruckinMike]

Bad news:( :(

We can now ad Southern Missouri to the "wall O' Shame".


Arkansas... look out! Here I Come!!!

Truckinmike

Her is my route again... No excuses

I-55south at Arkansas border
then to I-40west towards Little Rock
around Little Rock on I-440
and then west on I-30 to Texarkana.

[TruckinMike]

Arkansas.... step it up... I haven't seen an RP sign YET!!

However, at mile marker 50, on I55, there are TWO ABANDONED billboards waiting for Multiple 4x8 RON PAUL signs....

NOTE: 1 interstate billboard is worth $500 to $5000 dollars a month in advirtising. How much have you donATED?

Make your donations count, put signs on these billboards, its the campaign contribution that keeps on giving... Month after month after month!!!!!

If I had 4x8 signs with me... I would have done it myself.... NOW you know, Just get it done!!

Truckinmikke

[steph3n]

wow you move quick, you must have a mobile broadband card?

[lucius]

The one I priced was about $400/day...

[Zydeco]

truckin' mike kicks ass

[TruckinMike]

There are NOW, two more RP signs in Arkansas!!!:D

thanks to Truckinmike... Good boy...Pat pat:)

And I repeat...

Arkansas.... step it up... I haven't seen an RP sign YET!!

However, at mile marker 50, on I55, there are TWO ABANDONED billboards waiting for Multiple 4x8 RON PAUL signs....

NOTE: 1 interstate billboard is worth $500 to $5000 dollars a month in advirtising. How much have you donATED?

Make your donations count, put signs on these billboards, its the campaign contribution that keeps on giving... Month after month after month!!!!!

If I had 4x8 signs with me... I would have done it myself.... NOW you know, Just get it done!!

[ronpaulhawaii]

One big ALOHA to bhraddah Mike here :D and one shaka \iii/ for the hang ten dude.

Mike, we'll be out there with you soon and hope we cross paths. We'll have to stay off the Interstates for most of our route but (with help) we hope to plant a sign in each of the 90+ counties we will pass through.

Keep up the GREAT work here.

C'mon everyone, don't get caught on the wall of shame - LOL, and if you are already caught, get out there and make up for lost time. Post a pic and maybe Mike'll take you off his list ;)

m

[TruckinMike]

I -40 Arkansas Abandoned Billboards or backside of billboard empty
These are ALL do-able. I would post signs to them if I lived in Arkansas.

mile marker / side of highway (N or S)

240 /s
237 /s
233 /n/s
232 /s
231/s
222/n/s
221/n/s
219/s
217/n/s
216/s
215/s
213/s
204.5/s
192.5/s
183/s
172.5 sign posts only n/s
160/n

I-30 in Arkansas

77/s back of sign

A Missed Opportunity translates to Missed VOTES! The above billboard opportunities represent around $10,000 a month in advertising.



Truckinmike

[walt]

I -40 Arkansas Abandoned Billboards or backside of billboard empty
These are ALL do-able. I would post signs to them if I lived within a 100 miles.

mile marker / side of highway (N or S)

240 /s
237 /s
233 /n/s
232 /s
231/s
222/n/s
221/n/s
219/s
217/n/s
216/s
215/s
213/s
204.5/s
192.5/s
183/s
172.5 sign posts only n/s
160/n

I-30 in Arkansas

77/s back of sign

A Missed Opportunity translates to Missed VOTES! The above billboard opportunities represent around $10,000 a month in advertising.

Truckinmike

wow, that is alot of empty billboards.

[TruckinMike]

There are many more that are blank. I culled these out because they looked unkept, and un-used. Thus, Less apt to have an issue.:)

Mike

[TruckinMike]

Yes, Its official, Arkansas bit the bullet. :( Good News... If you noticed the above post, you we'll see ample opportunity for them to regain their former glory as being true Ron Paul Patriots. Over twenty unused Billboards along the eastern stretch of I-40!!!! The Potential is HUGE!

As of today, here is Truckinmikes Wall O' Shame:
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2292/1502559320_3413a9d5e3_o.jpg

Tomorrows route:

I-30 west from Texarkana
south on 635 at dallas
west on I-20
north on 820
west on I-30 and into Ft. Worth.

[IowaSupport]

Come to Iowa, Mike - we'll blow your mind around Iowa City.

[TruckinMike]

I'll be coming through... I almost had a job through there Thursday, but it fell through. Hopefully I'll make before the Primary.

Truckinmike

[TruckinMike]

Important Notice:

Like ROnPaulHawaii said
Post a pic and maybe Mike'll take you off his list


If you post a picture of a Ron Paul sign anywhere on my route through your area I will take you off the "Wall O'Shame". But it must be visible from the interstate.

Truckinmike

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2292/1502559320_3413a9d5e3_o.jpg

[TruckinMike]

I'm headed for Ft.Worth...

I'm at exit 192 just outside Texarkana.

Truckinmike

[Pride]

Mike you are a true patriot, keep up the good work and people, GET THOSE SIGNS UP!

[TruckinMike]

No Luck.

So what do I do now? I'm at the end of my trip...and not ONE freakin' little sign. NOT ONE! Over 1300 miles of wasted sign OPPORTUNITY:mad:

I'm going home... and getting loaded for BEAR! I'm loading my Rig with 4x8 RP signs, a ladder, plenty of nails, and a bad-A attitude. Look out!!! get out of my way... Because The Shame express is coming to town!!!!

I will shamelessly SHAME you into becoming the Patriots that you claim to be:eek: :eek: :eek: :mad: :p :confused: :rolleyes:

Read 'em and weep!!
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2164/1510751498_00a8171194_o.jpg

[TruckinMike]

OOPs Oh yeah!! I forgot, on my trip up to Michigan I saw 4 signs. Yep, thats right, four of them and all in the same city!!!
The Truckinmike Mike Sign of the Trip Award goes to
Detroit,MI
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2217/1502809196_8409999c3d_o.jpg

Good job, keep it!!!

[MsDoodahs]

Can we have a Cap'n Parker update, please?

:)

[TruckinMike]

Well I made it back home. And guess what?

We have a Winner!!!!
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2217/1502809196_8409999c3d_o.jpg

Austin, Tx -- I saw multiple signs!!!!

Hip Hip Hurray!!! Hip Hip Hurray!!! Hip Hip Hurray!!!


I will let you know when and where my new job takes me... I'll be picking up in Larado---- most likely it will take me to Florida... and all the states in between.

I'll keep you posted:)

Truckinmike

Capt. Parker Link http://www.ronpaulforums.com/showthread.php?p=254280#post254280

[TruckinMike]

We have more WINNERS!!!


New Braunfels, Tx
Schertz, Tx
San Antonio, TX
Seguin, Tx
Cibolo,Tx

All Are Winners of the coveted Truckin'Mike Super Sign Sighting Award!!!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2217/1502809196_8409999c3d_o.jpghttp://farm3.static.flickr.com/2217/1502809196_8409999c3d_o.jpghttp://farm3.static.flickr.com/2217/1502809196_8409999c3d_o.jpg

[TruckinMike]

I'm in Laredo, Tx this morning. I'll be picking up an oversize load headed for Tallahassee, Fl. I will be watching for any and every RP sign along the way.

Oh yeah, Laredo has been officially SHAMED! So you better get ready, you could be next!!! :eek:

Truckinmike

[aravoth]

I'm in Laredo, Tx this morning. I'll be picking up an oversize load headed for Tallahassee, Fl. I will be watching for any and every RP sign along the way.

Oh yeah, Laredo has been officially SHAMED! So you better get ready, you could be next!!! :eek:

Truckinmike

Come through Portland Oregon one of these days mike! You won't be disappointed!

[McDermit]

Make it up to northeast PA!! Between Stroudsburg and Hazleton, you'll be seeing signs all over I80 (and I81.)

[TruckinMike]

I sure would like to head up y'alls way... In fact, out of Florida I usuallly make it up to Maine or canada... I just might be making it through Pa. And It would be an honor to present you folks with the coveted Truckinmike Sign Sighting Award!!!:D

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2217/1502809196_4d7651e66f_t.jpg

But for now, Capt. Parker and I are in the business of SHAMING Laredo.:mad:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2017/1544055069_1838489e24_b.jpg
I think me and Parker are only supporters here. However, we did get a chance to talk with a couple of folks... who knows maybe they'll turn.:)


Note: "A shame campaign is a tactic in which particular individuals are singled out because of their behavior or suspected crimes, often by marking them publicly." He he he Ho Ho ho :eek:

[McDermit]

I sure would like to head up y'alls way... In fact, out of Florida I usuallly make it up to Maine or canada... I just might be making it through Pa. And It would be an honor to present you folks with the coveted Truckinmike Sign Sighting Award!!!:D

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2217/1502809196_4d7651e66f_t.jpg

But for now, Capt. Parker and I are in the business of SHAMING Laredo.:mad:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2017/1544055069_1838489e24_b.jpg
I think me and Parker are only supporters here. However, we did get a chance to talk with a couple of folks... who knows maybe they'll turn.:)


Note: "A shame campaign is a tactic in which particular individuals are singled out because of their behavior or suspected crimes, often by marking them publicly." He he he Ho Ho ho :eek:

Holy cow, you got that sign up high!

[TruckinMike]

I ran an a business for 8 years using only 18x24 coroplast signs. They worked great. I learned that competitors would rip them down, thus I began placing them high. So high, that they would have to get a big ladder to get to them. Its easy to beat lazy people. Just work a little harder.

On a bad note, we are experiencing the same attitude with anti-Ron Paul folks. They would gladly tear a RP sign down, but not if they have to get a ladder. They are Too lazy.:D

Truckinmike

[McDermit]

we had someone take down signs that were beyond reach. We have a 6.5 ft "sign stapler" gadget that gets signs a decent height up... Not as good as yours, but I thought it was sufficient. Guess someone was really not a fan of RP

[Roxi]

i happen to know springfield mo is covered with signs, theres a few on I70 coming down from iowa thru missouri, also a few on I44 from springfield to tulsa, and youll see plenty coming into tulsa as well, just look on the exit ramps :)

[peacemonger]

I'm always spamming the street light poles, bike racks, random signs, sidewalks and anything else that is legal public property. If people see it when they are walking or biking, you can guarantee that I'm gonna get a sticker there. Its kind of subtle because some of the stickers are small, but I think it is going to have an effect on some people. People stick all kinds of other stickers in those places anyway.

Don't take us foot soldiers for granted. The Ron Paul internet army is everywhere: on the ground, on the sea, in the air, on the streets, on the web, and even inside the GOP. We are taking over this country.

[ksuguy]

Pretty cool that you got Captain Parker to hold still for the picture. Trying to take a picture of my dog is a challenge. She is always looking away from the camera or running off.

[unklejman]

He truckinmike I made you a custom award graphic. Hope you like it:
http://www.jreydesign.com/misc/truckinmike_award.jpg

[TruckinMike]

Thanks.. Thats exactly what I needed!!! Its much better than that clip art I found.

And

"...Captain Parker to hold still for the picture"
---- not really, it took a couple of tries.

and

Peacemonger

have you found a particularly good spot for bumper stickers? (other than a bumper)I have a million of them.

and

"...theres a few on I70 coming down from iowa thru missouri, also a few on I44'
--- I make it through there every month or so, I can't wait to see them!:D

Truckinmike

[Perry]

You Rock Truckin mike!:cool:

[TruckinMike]

As I passed back through San Antonio I spotted TWO more signs along I-35 right in the middle of the MEDIAN!!! Good work!!! Great WORK!!!

So without any further ado let me present San Antonio with ANOTHER of America's most prestigious and coveted award...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2059/1557814578_fe86af03be_o.jpg

Hip Hip Hurray!!!
Hip Hip Hurray!!!
Hip Hip Hurray!!!

[TruckinMike]

As I passed back through San Antonio I spotted TWO more signs along I-35 right in the middle of the MEDIAN!!! Good work!!! Great WORK!!!

So without any further ado let me present San Antonio with it's SECOND most coveted award in the country...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2059/1557814578_fe86af03be_o.jpg

Hip Hip Hurray!!!
Hip Hip Hurray!!!
Hip Hip Hurray!!!

Hurray for San Antonio, Texas!!!

[bbachtung]

Damn you, San Antonio. Why do you steal Oregon's rightful prize?

[ronpaulhawaii]

Mike, Thought you might appreciate this from Kennewick WA, (and all you meetups on our route, we'll help keep you off TruckinMikes's Wall of Shame IF you keep us well supplied with signs :D )

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb19/mkauai/Ron%20Paul%20Riders/1stsignplantKennewick.jpg

[TruckinMike]

It looks like The WALL O' Shame is growing:mad: Louisiana, Mississippi, and yes...even Alabama -----ZIPP, nada, NOPE I'm condemning the entire states. If I can't spot one itty bitty sign on the most Travelled interstate in the US... Whats our HOPE? I'm Losing it...

For Shame For Shame For SHame For Shame!!!
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2297/1599835650_9ef857826c.jpg

So the Shaming must commence.... Take that-- FLORIDA!:eek: Yes this sign, and others even have the "Ron Paul TEXAS" web address on them....:p --- Does that sting a little, I hope so:D
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2056/1598985235_6b10b58337.jpg

Remember folks... Just send me a pic of a sign on my route... And your state/city will be removed from the disgraceful Wall O' Shame.

My route: I'll post my route when I find a load. I'm stuck in Panama City, Fl ...aahww shucks;)

Oh Yeah, Parker says hi!:)
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2316/1599133675_d5cf78bd10.jpg
The garbage bag is to keep him from licking the medication off of his leg. :p

TruckinMike

[unklejman]

Man you came too soon. Our next sign even will be a banner blitz down I-10 and I-65.

[shadowhooch]

Hey Truckin' Mike,
Ever think of leaving a bunch of "Free" Ron Paul CDs at truck stops for fellow truckers to listen to on their long drives? (Sorry for the ignorance....do most of you listen to CDs by the way?)

Creating the CDs is easy. Just download some of the MP3's from ronpaulaudio.com and burn them. I use the Cafferty commentary as Track 1 and the Laura Knoy Interview or Google Interview or Taft speech as Track 2.

Just an idea. You seem to be a busy guy though.

Signs get taken down real quick here in St. Louis. Hope you spot some on 55 or 44!

[TruckinMike]

unklejman...Send me a pic and I'll honor y'all with the Coveted Truckinmike Sign Sighting Award.:D

And

shadowhooch... i prefer to hand them out individually. However, in the last truck stop, I left a small stack... along with some slim jims. It was an exceptionally good spot. Usually this is not the case. I only left them because it was so visible, normally I would not do that.

Most "drivers", regard themselves as patriotic, constitution minded folks. But the hurdle comes in where Hannity leaves off. If you know what i mean. So I've been gently exposing them to Ron PAul.


And SIGNS.... PUT them real HIGH! 12 feet or greater. And remain vigilant, don't let the nay sayers get you down.:cool:

If you can find a sign that carries a message with it, its much better than the "Hope for America" -- the non-informative approach.

If I had the time I would print these:
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2089/1509675990_7fae80799a_m.jpg

[steph3n]

very good sign text, we need to get a pro on it to make that big, bold and proud, then sell it in mass!


unklejman...Send me a pic and I'll honor y'all with the Coveted Truckinmike Sign Sighting Award.:D

And

shadowhooch... i prefer to hand them out individually. However, in the last truck stop, I left a small stack... along with some slim jims. It was an exceptionally good spot. Usually this is not the case. I only left them because it was so visible, normally I would not do that.

Most "drivers", regard themselves as patriotic, constitution minded folks. But the hurdle comes in where Hannity leaves off. If you know what i mean. So I've been gently exposing them to Ron PAul.


And SIGNS.... PUT them real HIGH! 12 feet or greater. And remain vigilant, don't let the nay sayers get you down.:cool:

If you can find a sign that carries a message with it, its much better than the "Hope for America" -- the non-informative approach.

If I had the time I would print these:
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2089/1509675990_7fae80799a_m.jpg

[austin356]

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[TruckinMike]

I just put up Two More Signs ----

Where are YOU Panama City? At what lengths must I go to ...to get your attention? Banner anyone? Perhaps a 4x8 plastered on hwy 98... Or maybe just some ronpaultexas -- Revolution signs??? Its up to you... How shameful do you want to be? I've already put up 5 signs in your state.... How many more would you like me put up FOR YOU? HHhhmmm???

I'm not done yet. Don't let me Shame You too bad... I wouldn't want your feelings to get hurt...:rolleyes: He he hee:eek:

Ya better hurry... off I go!!!

Truckinmike

[NinjaPirate]

We should sticky this thread. :D

[steph3n]

welcome to FL, where they send FDOT and FHP behind us to remove the signs :(


I just put up Two More Signs ----

Where are YOU Panama City? At what lengths must I go to ...to get your attention? Banner anyone? Perhaps a 4x8 plastered on hwy 98... Or maybe just some ronpaultexas -- Revolution signs??? Its up to you... How shameful do you want to be? I've already put up 5 signs in your state.... How many more would you like me put up FOR YOU? HHhhmmm???

I'm not done yet. Don't let me Shame You too bad... I wouldn't want your feelings to get hurt...:rolleyes: He he hee:eek:

Ya better hurry... off I go!!!

Truckinmike

[NinjaPirate]

welcome to FL, where they send FDOT and FHP behind us to remove the signs :(

Just don't post them on FDOT signs.

[McDermit]

Haha, Captain Parker's in a garbage bag.

[TruckinMike]

Shame!
Shame!
Shame!

Oh I hear the excuses comin'.... Well,,, ahhh... I thought....UUhhh but the FDOT??? oh no? But wait... HHhhmmmm that signs not in the right of way.... Golly.. gee whiz, we could have put a sign on that abandoned back lit sign a long time ago... But NO we had to wait for a Texan to do it for us. :(

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2154/1603934985_04b494f6c1_b.jpg

Oh the pain you must be feeling about now!!!:eek: ... and to know there are much superior sign hangers than yourselves... Humbling isn't it? Just leave it up to 'Ol TruckinMike, The Texan, to solve all our problems....

Hope that didn't hurt too much...he he hee:p

PS- Little Parker was there in the mix of things, helping all he could. Even with half the flesh off his front leg from that mean old rattlesnake bite, he was still there doing his duty! :p But where were YOU?

TruckinMike

Parkers thread:http://www.ronpaulforums.com/showthread.php?t=20373

[McDermit]

Wow, that's awesome.

I wish I had a way to drag a giant ladder around with me. :-]

[RP4ME]

u are too kewl truckin mike!:D

[TruckinMike]

Look out here I come...

I'll be making my way through Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina,North Carlina, Virginia, W.Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and into Brooklyn. And on to Connecticut. Everybody get ready... Get ready for Master O'Shame and his Shame Train Express! :eek: :eek: :eek:

TruckinMike

[unklejman]

Look out here I come...

I'll be making my way through Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina,North Carlina, Virginia, W.Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and into Brooklyn. And on to Connecticut. Everybody get ready... Get ready for Master O'Shame and his Shame Train Express! :eek: :eek: :eek:

TruckinMike

When will you be through here and what area?

[ValidusCustodiae]

My guess would be the ol' I-95....

I just pray Truckin' Mike sees at least one sign in North Carolina...

[MsDoodahs]

This seems like a good place to make note of this...

We traveled across eastern Texas and western Louisiana down the backroads. Not a single RP sign anywhere.

We traveled across eastern Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama via Interstate. Not a single RP sign anywhere.

We traveled all over NW Georgia, mostly backroads, and one stretch on I-75 Southbound towards Atlanta. Saw ONE Ron Paul overpass banner between Hwy 92 and Wade Green.

Many thanks to whoever got that one up. :)

I saw a single Fred Thompson bumper sticker, made sure to get in front of him so he could see my Ron Paul bumper sticker.

Back to Truckin' Mike's thread now...

[TruckinMike]

I'm leaving right NOW.... Up hwy 231 out of Panama City,Fl. I will make my first delivery Monday morning in Butler,PA, just north of Pittsburg.

My Route: in Alabama -hwy 231, 431,
at Columbus, Georgia I-85north,
through Atlanta on to Charlotte, NC,
then north on I77 into W. Virginia
then North on I79 up into Pittsburg,PA
WEst on I80 into Brooklyn,Ny
then to Wyckoff, NJ
And then south on 287 to I-95 north up to East Haven, Connecticut

Get ready... Caus' Here I come!!! Yik Yik Yik:D

Truckinmike

[unklejman]

My guess would be the ol' I-95....

I just pray Truckin' Mike sees at least one sign in North Carolina...


I-95 doesn't come through AL

[unklejman]

My Route: in Alabama -hwy 231, 431,


Oh, that's not my area. I still have time!

[IowaSupport]

Mike, my bet is that you've answered this already, but are you a Teamster?

[TruckinMike]

Hey folks... Don't worry about me not seeing any signs... I'll just ad your name to the WALL O' SHAME... No big deal.. You'll just have to live out the rest of your life knowing that you could have done much more to help save this COUNTRY! Thats all... You'll be remembered for what you didn't do!!!

Some folks would say that was SHAMEFUL!!!! :o

Truckinmike

[jjschless]

Truckin Mike = uber patriot.

[TruckinMike]

To answer the teamster question: No, I just believe in the RON PAUL message. I've been an independent small business guy all my life. I've come face first into Government bureaucracy. I know the pain and frustration first hand. GOVERNMENT involvement and regulation($$$) KILLS small business motivation. THus the big GUYS remain. They can afford the lawyers and fees etc where a lot of folks couldn't. Thus squelching competition.
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I'm in Dothan, Alabama just lolly gaggin' and fueling up. I don't have to be in PA until Monday Morning... But I'm about to head out again.

So FAr I have not seen ANY RP signs!!!! SHame Shame.....:cool:

Here is a pic of my truck upon leaving the Trane Plant :http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2316/1621636640_b72f723136.jpg

TruckinMIke

[ValidusCustodiae]

Nothin stops Truckin' Mike!

You, sir, are an inspiration.

[UCFGavin]

hey mike, how is the reception from other truckers? anyone ask about the signs?

[TruckinMike]

I'm not getting near the response I had hoped for. I believe that I need to change my signs. The "Hope for America" signs do not relay a message. I've been asked if Ron Paul is a Bible character, running for mayer, and who is Ron PAul? When i get a chance I'm going to cover over everything beneath "Ron Paul" and put some of his platform positions -- NO Income tax, Restore the 2nd Am., Follow the Constitution, return to a gold standard, etc... I haven't yet decided what... I may just put "champion of the Constitution" and President '08 -- that in itself may illicit questions. Right now, Ron Paul could be running for the dog catcher position for all the fellow travelers know.

However, this morning two fork lift operators actually asked me about the signs and what his positions were... I gave them slim jims and answered the best I could ... and left with my best response... research him, google, and check out youtube videos.

BTW -- Hwy 231 and hwy 431 in Alabama have now been OFFICIALLY SHAMED!!! Not One sign!

And I'll give Columbus Georgia a break, it was dark when I went through.:rolleyes:

Truckinmike

[McDermit]

When will you be coming through I80? My house is literally like 300ft from I80, just hidden by some trees, so we make sure there are always signs out there. But I'll get the word out to all the meetups in our neck of the woods.

[austin356]

I'm not getting near the response I had hoped for. I believe that I need to change my signs. The "Hope for America" signs do not relay a message. I've been asked if Ron Paul is a Bible character, running for mayer, and who is Ron PAul? When i get a chance I'm going to cover over everything beneath "Ron Paul" and put some of his platform positions -- NO Income tax, Restore the 2nd Am., Follow the Constitution, return to a gold standard, etc... I haven't yet decided what... I may just put "champion of the Constitution" and President '08 -- that in itself may illicit questions. Right now, Ron Paul could be running for the dog catcher position for all the fellow travelers know.

However, this morning two fork lift operators actually asked me about the signs and what his positions were... I gave them slim jims and answered the best I could ... and left with my best response... research him, google, and check out youtube videos.

BTW -- Hwy 231 and hwy 431 in Alabama have now been OFFICIALLY SHAMED!!! Not One sign!

And I'll give Columbus Georgia a break, it was dark when I went through.:rolleyes:

Truckinmike

go through the Ham. It was spammed with 200, 9' x4' banners recently.

[TruckinMike]

Sorry I couldn't make B'Ham... But I sure would love to see those banners!

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Ok Atlanta, Right now i'm down here by Columbus, down I-85, Get ready cuz here comes the SHAME TRAIN EXPRESS!!

note: I changed signs on the back of my truck... Maybe I'll get a better response?!?!?

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2026/1634510657_57bcb155b5.jpg

Truckinmike

[unklejman]

That is ridiculously amazing.

[damijin]

Hey TM, keep up the good work! You're an amazing patriot :)

[Adamsa]

I love you Truckin' Mike.

[steph3n]

that's a billboard on the back of his rig!

[McDermit]

Sorry I couldn't make B'Ham... But I sure would love to see those banners!

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Ok Atlanta, Right now i'm down here by Columbus, down I-85, Get ready cuz here comes the SHAME TRAIN EXPRESS!!

note: I changed signs on the back of my truck... Maybe I'll get a better response?!?!?

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2026/1634510657_57bcb155b5.jpg

Truckinmike

That is nothing short of amazing!

[TruckinMike]

For those of you that still think you can judge a man by his shoes, job, clothes, car, color, Race, or religion -------- if you would have met this man, those illusions would have been shattered with a loud and piercing CRASH!

This toothless truck stop Janitor comes up to me asking about the Ron Paul signs... We proceeded into a discussion of RP's positions. ANd to my joy this fellow begins uttering RP's sentiments... without even knowing who he is. WOW, I thought to myself, "where did he learn all this???" Talking about a grasp on reality!! WoW! Needless to say, I think we have another Ron PAul Fan!!!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2412/1637039526_e6dcee8d75.jpg

Its nice to see the signs having the desired effect!!!

Truckinmike

[McDermit]

Where did you get the giant signs? I'd like to get some big ones for out on the interstate.

[TruckinMike]

I bought them from the Austin Meetup group---- 5 for $100

Don something another?

Truckinmike

[TruckinMike]

the BIG sign did it!!!!!

lots of attention!!!!

TM

[Shiranu]

Wow... i need to get in contact with the austin meet up group, I live about 45 miles out of Austin, on I10, inbetween the Buckies and a brand new rest station heading towards Sequin, you know the area? If so, ill try to make sure my Ron Paul signs stay upon the over pass if you pass through, if I can maybe got a honk or 2, perhaps? >:-P

[Shiranu]

oh, and not far past the new rest area is a weighing station.

[steph3n]

oh, and not far past the new rest area is a weighing station.

one of the TX style always closed? :D

[wgadget]

Tell us, TM, did you see any signs in Atlanta?

[TruckinMike]

Sorry Atlanta, But YOu have NOW made TruckinMikes Wall O' Shame! In fact the entire I-85 corridor through Georgia and South Carolina have made the wall.

I have NOT seen one RP SIGN since I drove through Seguin, Tx on Hwy 46 on my way to Florida!

Tomorrow I'll be going through Charlotte, NC and then up I-77.

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But Boy did the BIG sign make a difference. People talk when you shove the sign in their faces!!! EVERYBODY---- Get great BIG signs and mount them on the roof of your cars!!! IT works... The little signs did not seem to garner any interest... I almost got into a fight with an entire truck stop in South Carolina!!!! They were hannity trained. bush bots. --- But on the good side I gave a RP sign to another Brother Trucker, and met a LIBERAL democrat--- big union guy--- turned Ron Paul Supporter!! I haven't had this much fun in a while!!! I need more signs, flags etc... I may just make a difference.

Note: I not kidding... if you do not have a ridiculously large sign on your car ...get ONE! It works!!!!
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2026/1634510657_f6e6a40018_o.jpg

Truckinmike

[ikester8]

We had the entire city plastered in banners on Paint the Town Ron the last weekend in September, and all of them have been taken down by now. So, your timing stinks. :p

Seriously, any suggestions where we can put them that 1) you will see them and 2) won't get removed by the local busybodies?

And, where do you get those ridiculously large signs?

Ike Hall
Asst Organizer
The Atlanta Ron Paul 2008 Meetup Group (http://ronpaul.meetup.com/294)

[TruckinMike]

Post signs where its a real pain in the rear to remove... That means get a ladder. Also place signs on abandoned signs and billboards like i did for the folks in Panama City, Florida --- on one of my shaming missions!
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2154/1603934985_04b494f6c1_b.jpg

And like I said on another post --- thats been begging for money$$$...
Post some signs along major interstates!!!!!

On my quest of over 13,000 miles to spot RP signs, I've encountered only 6 signs outside the state of Texas! THIS is ridiculous!!! I spotted six alone in San antonio. Meetup sign parties are great! So why not actually post the signs that you've mADE! We need permenent signs posted on telephone poles, abandoned/unused billboards, trees along the highway(hang them with rope, no nails), farmers barns, on junk cars, tied to barbed wire fences, anywhere and everywhere.

NOTE: even small 18x24 signs work when placed close to the road--- like hanging from a tree. Especially if you put two or three in a row. They do not have to be in the city!!! In fact don'tput them in the city----Thousands upon thousands of bored drivers are just looking for something to read along the UN-Cluttered expanses of our major interstates--- outside of town.. There is NO sign competition there... They will READ the sign!!!!!! SO Please, buy/make at least TEN coroplast signs and post them up!!!!! that'll give Ron Paul $1000 dollars worth of advertising for only $20!!! Use your heads people!



Seriously, any suggestions where we can put them that 1) you will see them and 2) won't get removed by the local busybodies?
That is easy! Hang them from TREES! let the sign blow in the wind underneath a horizontal branch thats 10+ above the ground. -- the detractors can't reach them without getting a ladder and like I said in the above quote... put them just outside of town or in an area less cluttered... but even if they do take them down... they are cheap... so be vigilant and put them back up!!!

Note: If you look, you will be shocked at how many unused billboards and signs there are. In fact... this is the best place for 4x8's in the city... I guarantee that you will find more than enough if you look.

PLEASE get them UP!!

TruckinMike


Where to buy signs??? contact Don or Pam with the Austin Meetup group, thats where I bought these. OR Design your own and get them printed in volume. Really a sign would be better if it had a message on it like "Champion of the Constituion" along with President '08.. my 2 cents

I can give you Don's phone # if you need it just PM me.

[TruckinMike]

I'm quiting! No signs = No Ron Paul.

TruckinMike

[TruckinMike]

I'm giving away the rest of my signs... if anybody wants them ... but thats doubtful. You wouldn't put them up if you had them.

I have (3) 4x8's, (2) 2x4's and a bunch of small coroplast signs.

I'm done.

Truckinmike

[steph3n]

I'm giving away the rest of my signs... if anybody wants them ... but thats doubtful. You wouldn't put them up if you had them.

I have (3) 4x8's, (2) 2x4's and a bunch of small coroplast signs.

I'm done.

Truckinmike

another quitter :)
I am going to work tomorrow

We know you won't quit Mike, don't get down. The sign police are really killing the sign effort, signs are still needed, but we need to be getting more personal contact! That is where you get votes

[reaver]

Why you done Mike? Anything wrong?

[steph3n]

Why you done Mike? Anything wrong?

temporary depression, he will cheer up the next sign he sees! GET SOME SIGNS UP! :)

[IowaSupport]

I'm giving away the rest of my signs... if anybody wants them ... but thats doubtful. You wouldn't put them up if you had them.

I have (3) 4x8's, (2) 2x4's and a bunch of small coroplast signs.

I'm done.

Truckinmike


Come on over to Iowa with those - we'll take anything you have and we'll throw them up.

Come on man, you're our folk-hero, keep on truckin!

[Tenbatsu]

You can't give up man, you're like a god damn super hero! I put up three signs last week on overpasses in Northern Maryland, a week later only one of them is still up. There are just a ton of haters out there that tear these signs down as soon as they lay their eyes on one.

We need you to keep spreading the word, don't give up. Keep fighting the good fight!

[kylejack]

Truckin Mike, we will not allow you to give up, and we know you always put the hammer down. Back to work!

[micahnelson]

Truckin Mike is like the Johnny Appleseed of Liberty

Johnny Appleseed is like the Truckin Mike of, Apples. I guess.

[chinaCat]

I, as a poor college kid, have no money, but I see some spots around me that could use some signs. I live in bloomsburg, right off of I-80... I could use those extra signs if you are driving through anytime soon.

[McDermit]

I, as a poor college kid, have no money, but I see some spots around me that could use some signs. I live in bloomsburg, right off of I-80... I could use those extra signs if you are driving through anytime soon.

are you in any of the nepa meetups? Hazleton/schuylkill/luzerne will be having another sign making party in the next week and doing a huge banner blitz. And the stroudsburg group just did one and has another planned.

Truckinmike will be coming through on i80 on monday i believe. We're ready for him in the hazleton area.

[Dary]

Dang Mike. I wish you could have come through Jacksonville when we did our paint the town Ron.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9j7l2yUk13I

[steph3n]

Dang Mike. I wish you could have come through Jacksonville when we did our paint the town Ron.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9j7l2yUk13I

did they send the FDOT and FHP right after you to clean up too? These state staff here, they'd prefer to take down signs than look for murderers and molestors!

[Dary]

did they send the FDOT and FHP right after you to clean up too?

If took us Friday, Saturday and Sunday to get the banners up. Jacksonville is a huge city, I think we had 7 cars out for the first two nights and 5 on Sunday. I could have sworn that we were being followed.

We put up so MANY banners though that I think that the last one came down after about 10 days.

[TruckinMike]

OK ... OK ... ok.. at least I know ya love me:D

So I thought to myself... frozen bloodied feet?? Hhmm? Not yet. Its not even cold outside. the least that I could do was hang more signs... yes hang signs from TREES out in the middle of nowhere... with no other sign in sight... and what do you get... A message relayed! ---- "Ron Paul is running for President '08".... everyone that comes around that corner will read that sign!!!! Yahoo... thats the spirit... And thats how you do it!

Now get'em up there!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2167/1677945850_6fd6eff2fb_b.jpg

[McDermit]

I'm jealous of WV's trees! Our foliage is disappointing this year. Mostly dull green and brown. Some red here and there, and a bit of yellow mixed with brown. But very dull in comparison to other years.

Parker sure looks like he was having a good time. :D


I haven't been able to get out to check on our signs, but we should still have a bunch up on 80.. probably more on 80W than 80E. We covered the area between White Haven (near Hazleton) and Bloomsburg last week. I hope you see a bunch!

[TruckinMike]

Yes... the trees really are beautiful this time of year.:)

And if folks would get out of the HOUSE and put some signs up... they could then enjoy some of the wonders that this world gives us.

Like This....
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2022/1694743369_cda814bdcf_b.jpg

[kylejack]

Truckin Mike always puts the hammer down when it really counts! GO MIKE GO

[steph3n]

mike, the media is complaining bcuase we have 27 signs in orlando!!!! :D

[TruckinMike]

DARN... I wish i could have made it through There...it would have been 28!

If we could somehow muster that spirit around thge rest of the country...Ron Paul would be a shoe-in!:D

Truckinmike

[Roxi]

you should do a website... truckinmike.com HA HA

you sir, are a TRUE patriot



we could all get where is truckin mike bumper stickers :)

[kylejack]

you should do a website... truckinmike.com HA HA

Supportin' dis.

[TruckinMike]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2064/1699031580_63dd0b0deb_o.jpg

[TruckinMike]

We have some winners!!!

And some losers...:(

In the Winner catagory we have a Interstate Highway sign CHAMPION!!! Yes, it was Lenhartville, PA. For having 3 stategically placed.. plain jane yard signs...visible and legible at 65 MPH!!!! Great JOB!!!!:D:D:D
And here is your award:
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2059/1557814578_fe86af03be_o.jpg

And another award goes to Quakertown, PA. You had one sign on a major thoroughfare!! yeepee!! :DAnd here is your Award..
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2059/1557814578_fe86af03be_o.jpg

Well I could list all the losers... but I want to keep it positive... Put it this way, if you didn't get an award and you were on my route from Florida... consider yourself on the WALL O' SHAME!!!:mad:

[TruckinMike]

Oh yeah... I almost forgot.

Those of you in New Jersey on I-78, I-278... I'm coming through tomorrow morning. You still have time!! You can avoid the Wall 'O Shame!!

And Staten Island, Brooklyn here I come!!! You better get ready...

I'll be crossing the Verazano at 9am and delivering at 83rd and I-287. Then back to Jersey to a little town called Wyckoff.. and then onto East haven, Ct. (down 287 and then 95).

Consider yourself WARNED!!!

TruckinMike

[steph3n]

you must type and drive man you are moving!!!

[McDermit]

hrm. Did you or will you be hitting 80 through the hazleton/blakeslee/Bloomsburg area?

[TruckinMike]

OOps I forgot to get back with you on that... NOPE... I was planning on running On I80 but the contractor that I was shipping to changed delivery locations on me.. I ended up stopping in Pittsburg and then going down 376 to I76, I78, then to Quakertown, back up to I78 and into New Jersey.

Sorry I didn't get to see your signs... however I have a job from Mass. back into PA! MAybe I'll make it through there. I will post my route Wednesday night.

Truckinmike

[McDermit]

Has anyone ever said anything to you when you were stopped on an interstate putting up signs? Some of our meetup members are afraid they'll get in trouble going out to put them up.

We have a stretch of 81 and 80 covered, so hopefully you'll end up on one of them. :D

[TruckinMike]

No trouble yet. But I do try to get it done quickly. Especially since my truck is plastered with signs. It only takes one anti-Paul nut to call the highway patrol.

But don't let fear get in the way. I'm sure the men at Lexington were scared to. And Remember what they were facing--- A death sentence (for treason). I'm pretty sure the Highway patrol won't string you up.:D

Truckinmike

[TruckinMike]

Hey.. does anybody else have any proof that they actually posted signs?

Prove it!! I want to see pics! Lots of them.

Truckinmike

[McDermit]

No clue who did the [EVOL] banners. :P

http://img87.imageshack.us/img87/1998/99333688ap8.jpg

http://img88.imageshack.us/img88/5254/58266605sm5.jpg

We're working on getting some 8 foot signs now.. these are just 2x4's.

http://img87.imageshack.us/img87/6768/39762503zd9.jpg

http://img87.imageshack.us/img87/269/69841470pc2.jpg

http://img81.imageshack.us/img81/2379/75551965dc8.jpg

Traffic was crawling past all of them today. Apparently, a garbage truck rolled on 80 and traffic was backed up for about 8 hours. Good thing you didn't have to come through this way!

[ronpaulhawaii]

San Diego County, east of the fires,
http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb19/mkauai/SDsign.jpg

I have one sign left for Imperial County; sure hope the Yuma people have some for me...

and I'm keeping an eye out for ya...

m

[Benaiah]

I just found my new favorite thread.
/bump

[ValidusCustodiae]

Deserving of A BOMP

The Outer Banks, NC is RON PAUL'd like a mofo.

[MsDoodahs]

Hey, Mike - how's Cap'n Parker doing?

[TruckinMike]

That was some serious EYE CANDY!!! I've been in need of a fix for a while... Thanks guys!! I'm hoping to see them all!

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Todays report: No signs. I made my way down 78 in New jersey, south on 287, onto statten island on 440 (BTW there are some great trees in need of RP signs), 278 across the verrazano, made Brooklyn delivery at 83 st.... btw nobody told me that I can't take a 72 foot long truck down streets with 33' maximum length signs posted everywhere!!:eek: I hope I didn't lose to many potential brooklyn RP voters by blocking traffic while attempting to back down a one way street!!! With full-blown Ron Paul regalia glaring at them!:D

next, I got lost in new jersey. In Hackensack, saddlebrook, clifton, Patterson,etc... I stumbled around from street to street finally making it to my 2nd stop in wyckoff.

And from there i made it to 287N, 87S, and 95 north to East Haven, CT for my final.

Need less to say... All of the New York metro areas have made it to the WALL O' SHAME!!!! ... I know we can do better than that!


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I'm outside Hartford,CT tonight. I'm headed up I84 then I90 to Hudson, Mass and then back down all the way down I95 to Ardmore,PA...Via Philadelphia.

So I95/New Jersey TurnPike... get ready here I come!! And Philadelphia... Here I COME!!!

New Jersey, you are getting a second chance.. and you to New York.. Show me the SIGNS!!!

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Capt. PArker is healing right up. Although, the skin seems to be tightening up causing a restriction in movement of his leg. I'm thinking scar tissue... I compared legs, and the skin on the front of his right leg is much thinner than his healing left leg. its as if the skin is pulling his leg up and forward like a tendon. But i think he will be OK.

His natural standing position is with his left leg held up a bit. Not because its sore, but because of the skin/scar tension.


Thats all for now...

Now get out and show me some signs!

Truckinmike

PS- if you have not permanently posted at least ten signs in high traffic areas, you are not pulling your own weight in the campaign for Paul! So get up and out and post'em!:D

PSS- I ran out of 4x8 and 2x4 signs..does anybody have any on/near my route?
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1132/1357613106_142df3f50d.jpg

[McDermit]

you won't be anywhere near 80, eh? I have some 2x4s and tons of 1x2s.

And that darn hackensack area screws us up every time we're through that way. We usually go in circles at least twice.

[TruckinMike]

My Friday pick up is taking me to Brownsville, Tx. --- thats all the way at the bottom of Texas.

Sorry, no I80. But I will be back, I come this way quite often. I really do want to see those signs!!

Truckinmike

[CoreyBowen999]

You going through Houston to get there?

[TruckinMike]

"Whoa ... Whoa Now"... my grandfather said those words the first time he drove a car --- while trying to get it to stop. All he had driven till that day was a team of mules.:D:D:D That makes me laugh every time I think of it...

Anyway, I had a change of plans. I ended up going to Massachusetts instead.

My route:
476 north, 84 east, 90 east, 95 north to Woburn, Mass.

I'm at the Ct. rest area right now.

Truckinmike

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2133/1778154255_cfc0cba123_b.jpg

[CoreyBowen999]

Mike, I love your dog.. It looks exactly like my dog :D

[ronpaulhawaii]

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb19/mkauai/HPIM0512.jpg

Not much to attach to out here and I don't know if I can handle a ladder and larger signs on my bike, but this is definitely visible to westbound traffic.

Also got a DVD to a driver at a rest stop, maybe you'll get some more company

Glad the Cap'n is healing well

Keep Up the Great Work

m- is still wishing he got a pick of the rig with RP on the back...

[speciallyblend]

Sweet

[TooConservative]

A big 10-4 for Truckin' Mike and our own Wonderdog. These threads are a hoot.

[TruckinMike]

RonPaulHawaii,
I'll be thinking about you when you hit the Texas canyon climb...whew! the summit(rest area) is at the Arizona Mile marker 320 on I-10. Oh yeah.. stop at the next exit and check out the "THE THING!"

ps- when you get to the summit there are some huge rocks that would make a great place for a Ron Paul sign.

TruckinMike
http://hubpages.com/u/5363_f520.jpg

[ronpaulhawaii]

RonPaulHawaii,
I'll be thinking about you when you hit the Texas canyon climb...whew! the summit(rest area) is at the Arizona Mile marker 320 on I-10. Oh yeah.. stop at the next exit and check out the "THE THING!"

ps- when you get to the summit there are some huge rocks that would make a great place for a Ron Paul sign.

TruckinMike
http://hubpages.com/u/5363_f520.jpg
thanks for the heads up lol, what am I gonna need to attach with? epoxy, or duct tape, or???

quick rest stop, outskirts phoenix

m

[TruckinMike]

Back to business...

Shame
Shame
Shame

Well I made it up to Boston... not one sign all the way from Philadelphia up 476 and east on 84, and the east on 90... NOT one!

So who's to blame? Me? Should I be responsible for those areas? And my area at home to? Ok.. I'll try, I've been trying, but I need some help!

We can do this, we must do this, come on folks post some permanent signs! In the trees, along sdie the road, anywhere, just get them up.


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And for a little motivation I stopped in at the Minuteman National Park just outside Boston... remember Lexington and Concord? The shot heard 'round the world. I was there.:D

Here are some photos of Capt. Parker and Captain Parker on Lexington Green
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2305/1799111833_048656c276_b.jpg
If you don't the history of this day, read Paul Revere's Ride by David Hackett Fischer . It is a great source of patriotic inspiration and courage... if you are lacking:)

[TruckinMike]

Hey, whatever happened to the berma shave idea????? We talked about it... so who's going to run with it?

It looks like fun to me!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2050/1799290675_5656e0cee7_o.jpg

Truckinmike

[McDermit]

Thanks for the reminder. The ex and I have an awesome idea that's we're going to roll out in a couple weeks... burma shave stylee.

I was sworn to secrecy until the project is complete, but I think it's gonna knock some socks off. :D

[ronpaulhawaii]

Hey, whatever happened to the berma shave idea????? We talked about it... so who's going to run with it?

It looks like fun to me!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2050/1799290675_5656e0cee7_o.jpg

Truckinmike

Done, months ago

http://www.ronpaulforums.com/showthread.php?t=13344&highlight=ronpaulhawaii

Had a good day today though

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb19/mkauai/HPIM0542.jpg

:D

[TruckinMike]

McDermit --Great!!! -- I can't wait to see the pics!

and

RPHawaii -- I like it :D

Here is mine... just something to read on a long trip...out in a corn field

Jefferson, Madison
and Washington to

were Patriots and heros
for me and you

Along comes trouble
ahead on our road

we need another
to lighten the load

a hero with passion,
and integrity

vote for Ron Paul
and restore Liberty!

Truckin'Mike

[spivey378]

your pups rattlesnake wound makes him/her even more cute. love the pics with the toy.


going to put up some signs in cleveland/akron area this week :D


thanks mike

[TruckinMike]

Good Luck in Ohio... :D

Here are some I put up around 11:15 Eastern. I'm curious to see how long they last.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2393/1804877894_4402da6400_b.jpg

TruckinMike

[TruckinMike]

Congratulations!!!!

We have more winners!!

Leola, Pa and Max Meadows, Va both are recipients of the coveted

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2059/1557814578_fe86af03be_o.jpghttp://farm3.static.flickr.com/2059/1557814578_fe86af03be_o.jpg

In Leola I spotted a yard sign posted in the front yard!!:D

And in Max Meadows some enterprising individual posted a custom made Ron Paul sign, on a sign, on an over pass... it was small, but perfectly legible and very effective!

Good Job!!!

TruckinMike

[ksuguy]

Be careful around the traffic. I'd hate to see Captain Parker jump over the guard rail and get out on the road.

[steph3n]

Mike,

i posted in your hang 10 thread an update on my roadtrip from Miami to western texas, you should check it out.

They kept taking down signs in people yards in FL so they did a full billboard outside Ocala on i75!

[McDermit]

So where is Truckin Mike anyway?

[TruckinMike]

KENLY, NC

I'm headed back to Florida... they need a bit more shaming!!!:D

i'll be running down I-95 into Florida, then hwy 301 to Ocala, then I-75 through Tampa and on to Ft. Myers.

So get ready... here I come!!

TruckinMike

[TruckinMike]

Yes It looks like RP is really catchin' on!!

Just Outside Ocala, Florida I saw a HUGE Ron Paul billboard.

So without any further ado I present The florida I-75 corridor Ron Paul supporters with

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2059/1557814578_fe86af03be_o.jpg

Congratulations!!

TruckinMike

[steph3n]

Yes It looks like RP is really catchin' on!!

Just Outside Ocala, Florida I saw a HUGE Ron Paul billboard.

So without any further ado I present The florida I-75 corridor Ron Paul supporters with

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2059/1557814578_fe86af03be_o.jpg

Congratulations!!

TruckinMike

i told you about this one, glad you saw it, it was in a prime location too :D

[TruckinMike]

Yeah, I think I've seen a pic of that billboard a few weeks back...But it was a great feeling to actually dee in person. Especially since I was not expecting to see it!!

Note about Florida, It seems that RP is pretty popular here. I've been getting an unusual high number of "thumbs up" and HONKS here!!!

And Things are changing all across the country... my honk rate has had a noticeable increase since 11/5, and as you can see, I've been awarding instead of SHAMING. However South Carolina And North Carolina need to be taken to the wood shed.:eek: I saw a Brownback sign in SC, but not one Ron Paul!!:mad:

TM

[libertarian4321]

I'm traveling from Texas to upstate NY over the holidays.

I'm going to slap up some signs and bumper stickers along the way.

[Man from La Mancha]

Yes It looks like RP is really catchin' on!!

Just Outside Ocala, Florida I saw a HUGE Ron Paul billboard.

So without any further ado I present The florida I-75 corridor Ron Paul supporters with

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2059/1557814578_fe86af03be_o.jpg

Congratulations!!

TruckinMikeWhere is the picture of the biilboard? Your site is a good idea but is slow loading at my 1.5 mhrz speed and the graphics cover my whole screen and are very blurry at that size. Can't they be viewed as a small youtube? Thanks for your work at it just an opinion.



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[TruckinMike]

Orenbus built the site... I'm still trying to get the date corrected, And yes I agree with the Video issue. Lots of improvements could be made but I think this site put to many biscuits on his plate with out enough gravy !:D

In other words ... he's busy

I'm sure he'll get around to making the changes.:o

TM

[TruckinMike]

Hip Hip Hurray!!!

I spotted two more SIGNS in Florida today!!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2062/2039393002_4b5c5f07f4_o.jpg

This billboard was on I -75 facing the North bound traffic, this is the second Billboard 've seen in Florida.

I also saw a small RP yard sign just off Hwy 27, next to Saw grass Lake (in Clements)




So two more awards go to Florida:D:eek::D... the way things are going, the Texas folks may need to post more signs.. Florida is catchin' up!!!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2059/1557814578_fe86af03be_o.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2059/1557814578_fe86af03be_o.jpg

Congratulations!!

TruckinMike

[Tenbatsu]

That billboard is sick. I wonder how much it would cost to put one up like that.

[TruckinMike]

I would guess $1000-3000 a month, could be as high as $5000 per month. but I doubt that location could bring over $3000.

TM

[TruckinMike]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2035/2047944534_52d6f94b9f.jpg

We are headed for Texas.

We are in Morrow, Ga. at the moment.


My route:

I-75 north to Atlanta,
West on I-20, to Shreveport, La.
west on hwy 79 into texas and
then on down to Taylor, Tx.

bring on the signs... Don't dissapoint me .. I'll be watching YOU!!!

TruckinMike

[steph3n]

I honestly don't think you will be disappointed around Austin!

You may even run into Michael riding his bike, but he may be a bit further south as quick as you get across the nation!


http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2035/2047944534_52d6f94b9f.jpg

We are headed for Texas.

We are in Morrow, Ga. at the moment.


My route:

I-75 north to Atlanta,
West on I-20, to Shreveport, La.
west on hwy 79 into texas and
then on down to Taylor, Tx.

bring on the signs... Don't dissapoint me .. I'll be watching YOU!!!

TruckinMike

[TruckinMike]

I made it into Alabama --- I did not see one sign on I -20 or I -75 in Georgia. Alabama, here I come.

TruckinMike

[ladyliberty]

I made it into Alabama --- I did not see one sign on I -20 or I -75 in Georgia. Alabama, here I come.

TruckinMike

Darn them sign yankers!!!

[deedles]

Hey, have you been in Wisconsin, up highway 41 between Milwaukee and Green Bay? Seen us on the overpasses?

[TruckinMike]

Excuse ...excuses ...excuses!!!:D

TruckinMike

[TruckinMike]

up highway 41 between Milwaukee and Green Bay?

The last time I was in Wisconsin - I was on I-90 the whole way. However i did pass out slim jims at a La Crosse movie theatre one night.:)

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1125/1346605955_7b581577fb.jpg

But I sure would love to see your signs... post a pic on this thread! Show off your work.:D

TruckinMike

edit: Those are Captain Parkers eyes glowing beneath me.

[wealeat]

This is great, keep up the good work, Mike.

[unklejman]

I made it into Alabama --- I did not see one sign on I -20 or I -75 in Georgia. Alabama, here I come.

TruckinMike



Will you be heading through Mobile?

[Adamsa]

You rock Mike!

[TruckinMike]

Will you be heading through Mobile?

No, I'm way north of Mobile. I'm headed west on I-20. in fact I'm in Pearl Mississippi right now. I just fueled up.

The bad news is I did not see any signs in Alabama. However, There is a perfect un-used billboard just west of the Mississippi/Alabama border... maybe a mile west. On the north side of the highway, just west of the west bound scale house. The billboard even has a built in set of stairs. PLEASE inform someone from that area of its existence. It would be great for a 4x8 and Revolution Banner.

Its FREE for the taking. Worth at least $500 per month to the campaign.

TruckinMike

[Melissa]

Hey TrucknMike- Please Private message me when you are on again. I got my dad to look at Ron Paul and he loves him- He is a veteran and a cross country truck driver out of North Carolina and wants to help told him about you and would like to get some quick tips to help you out on the road

[Dary]

Hey TruckinMike –

Will you be driving down through Georgia via I-95 into Jacksonville any time in the near future?

Our Jacksonville, FL Meetup group has this planed for 12/12/2007.

We have approximately 2 miles of combined interstate frontage Northbound and Southbound I-95. We will be hanging signs and banners on trees, posts and including three billboards, building frames for the 4 X 8 signs also. We will be using rope, nails, screws and any other means necessary to be sure these banners and signs do not come down. The property is secured with locked gates and the Sheriff's department watches the property for us

This is privately owned property by close personal friends and business associates and we have the permission to hang the banners and signs there.

Give a big hug to Captain Parker for us.

[Benaiah]

I miss Truckin' Mike's updates

[Dary]

Has anyone seen TruckinMike? This is just a sample of what he (or you) will find driving down (or up) I-95 between Georgia and Florida.

http://tinyurl.com/2n4a33

(the boards belong to a RP supporter and permission was granted.)

[steph3n]

Has anyone seen TruckinMike? This is just a sample of what he (or you) will find driving down (or up) I-95 between Georgia and Florida.

http://tinyurl.com/3bsesp

(the boards belong to a RP supporter and permission was granted.)

URL is private


MIKE!!!! Where are you?!?

[Jimmy]

Ya...Truckin Mike was cool...WHERE ARE YOU??!!??

[dirknb@hotmail.com]

URL is private


MIKE!!!! Where are you?!?

He's at home for a couple of weeks. I'll let him know he's being missed.

[leipo]

Best thread on this board!
We want updates, Mike. :)

[jake]

TruckinMike is a real champion of freedom!

[Dary]

URL is private

Sorry. Is this better?

http://tinyurl.com/2n4a33

[steph3n]

Sorry. Is this better?

http://tinyurl.com/2n4a33

yes :)
GREAT WORK!

[TruckinMike]

Ok folks -- I've been travelin' incognito for a while now. I wanted to see how well y'all could get along without me. And to my surprise and detriment to my ego --- You've been doing great!

So whats new? Well, Alabama stirred the soul and spawned some new life into me today! Thats right! Alabama has a sign guy that has put large yard signs along I-10 clear into Mississippi. Yes these simple and inexpensive little signs that I saw have been the talk of I-10, I gaurantee it! Who needs billboards when you have industrious folks like that on your side? There is NO NEED to spend money on large billboards! If just ONE of every 100 Ron Paul supporters posted signs along the interstates like this guy ---- Ron Paul's name would be a household word --- End of Story!

There is a lesson here -- getting out from behind the computer can do wonders for the campaign. Here is the trick:

1. Go outside the city limits --
2. In the boonies
3. With no homes or businesses in sight
4. place yard signs in trees, grass, or a fences along side the road.

being that the signs are not near a population center, but on well traveled roads --- they will expose Ron Paul to many folks without the hassles of city inspectors or Ron Paul bashers. Simple but effective.

These Alabama signs have exposed Ron Paul's name to over 250,000 people traveling over the Christmas holidays and all for the pittance sum of around $40 in signs!

As I stated earlier, These signs stirred the soul --- as a result of my new found motivation I was compelled to do something productive -- so I posted this home made "Ron Paul Revolution" banner along side I-10 in Mississippi for an added bonus!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2245/2134779972_d6e206c89f_b.jpg

The picture on the right is of a beautiful full moon on this Christmas eve night in Frog City, La. --- Thats where I am right now.

Keep up the good work, until next time, keep postin' those signs...

TruckinMike

[CoreyBowen999]

The sign is a bit far from the road but good job guys!!

[TruckinMike]

The banner is a 3x9. The picture does not do it justice. The banner location is perfect. In fact the signs that I was referring to are less than half that size and they were easily legible at highway speeds.

In the past I have even seen very small 12x12 signs nailed to sign posts that were legible at highway speeds. -- If they are close to the road.

So get those signs up --- BIG or small, you can read them all!!

TruckinMike

[Bilgefisher]

Keep up the good work Mike. This type of work inspires the rest of the grassroots effort. The effect of that can not be tallied. Well done.

I hope to see your updates again, they motivate us all.

[pacelli]

Ok folks -- I've been travelin' incognito for a while now. I wanted to see how well y'all could get along without me. And to my surprise and detriment to my ego --- You've been doing great!

So whats new? Well, Alabama stirred the soul and spawned some new life into me today! Thats right! Alabama has a sign guy that has put large yard signs along I-10 clear into Mississippi. Yes these simple and inexpensive little signs that I saw have been the talk of I-10, I gaurantee it! Who needs billboards when you have industrious folks like that on your side? There is NO NEED to spend money on large billboards! If just ONE of every 100 Ron Paul supporters posted signs along the interstates like this guy ---- Ron Paul's name would be a household word --- End of Story!

There is a lesson here -- getting out from behind the computer can do wonders for the campaign. Here is the trick:

1. Go outside the city limits --
2. In the boonies
3. With no homes or businesses in sight
4. place yard signs in trees, grass, or a fences along side the road.

being that the signs are not near a population center, but on well traveled roads --- they will expose Ron Paul to many folks without the hassles of city inspectors or Ron Paul bashers. Simple but effective.

These Alabama signs have exposed Ron Paul's name to over 250,000 people traveling over the Christmas holidays and all for the pittance sum of around $40 in signs!

As I stated earlier, These signs stirred the soul --- as a result of my new found motivation I was compelled to do something productive -- so I posted this home made "Ron Paul Revolution" banner along side I-10 in Mississippi for an added bonus!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2245/2134779972_d6e206c89f_b.jpg

The picture on the right is of a beautiful full moon on this Christmas eve night in Frog City, La. --- Thats where I am right now.

Keep up the good work, until next time, keep postin' those signs...

TruckinMike


TruckinMike please NEVER give up! NEVER LET DOWN buddy :) How often are you rolling through the Durham, NC area? Lots of opportunities, I'm just waiting for signs from HQ, they been pretty slow getting them to me.

[michaelwise]

Merry Christmas Mike. We are going to win.

[AFM]

Caution: makes extreme right turns.

[TruckinMike]

How often are you rolling through the Durham, NC area?

Well I came close just the other day. I came down I-77 from Roaring River, NC through Charlotte and on down to Atlanta. I'm on my way to Houston.

I never know where I'll be going, but I do seem to make it through NC quite often. 1-3 times a month +/-

TM

[Rebel Resource]

Flippin' 'heck Mike.

Please set up a ChipIn account right away and put a little plug in your sig.

We'll buy you more signs than you could ever use. And nails too.

[TruckinMike]

is a chipin very complicated? it would be really good to have 100 more 4x8 signs put up.

the way i see it, each 4x8 that i have put up is worth around $500 a month in free advertising. 100 more signs would be worth a lot in advertising to the campaign.

100 x $500 = $50,000 per month in free advertising!!! (actual cost 100 x $20 = $2000) --- $2000 invested returns $50,000 a month -- that isn't half bad!:D

this is one reason I've been heavily promoting putting up signs. When you do it yourself you are getting so much more for your advertising dollar.

TruckinMike

[Airborn]

This thread was a great read. Thanks mike for what you do. peace

[Laja]

Mike: Are you coming through Austin any time soon? We'd have a big reception for you here!

[Rebel Resource]

is a chipin very complicated? it would be really good to have 100 more 4x8 signs put up.

the way i see it, each 4x8 that i have put up is worth around $500 a month in free advertising. 100 more signs would be worth a lot in advertising to the campaign.

100 x $500 = $50,000 per month in free advertising!!! (actual cost 100 x $20 = $2000) --- $2000 invested returns $50,000 a month -- that isn't half bad!:D

this is one reason I've been heavily promoting putting up signs. When you do it yourself you are getting so much more for your advertising dollar.

TruckinMike

Maybe you should continue your campaign in a new thread which details the mission from the get-go.

In your signature you can have donation instructions. We probably have 10-20 people ready to donate right now, and this board is only going to get more popular.

This is a supreme idea. You'd be able to travel with a full range of signs, and donors would be getting the best value for their money possible.

[CAKochenash]

Hey Mike! Keep your eyes peeled for this beaut....

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2202/2126550440_88509f14ba.jpg?v=0

Here is a map... (http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&om=1&msa=0&msid=111522484787864587305.000440e54f588a53ee06a&ll=41.537366,-87.030945&spn=1.434997,2.570801&z=9)

[Airborn]

Hey Mike! Keep your eyes peeled for this beaut....

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2202/2126550440_88509f14ba.jpg?v=0

Here is a map... (http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&om=1&msa=0&msid=111522484787864587305.000440e54f588a53ee06a&ll=41.537366,-87.030945&spn=1.434997,2.570801&z=9)

Wowwa. Nice, very nice.

[Live_Free_Or_Die]

This thread is as good as it gets on this board. There has to be something we can do for trucker mike. Someone suggested an rp tarp. That was a great idea. Trucker Mike said he could use some signs. Where can we get them to you Mike? I was out doing a sign wave a week ago and two big trucks rolled through with their air horns. A honk is great but when the big trucks roll through and blast you its downright awesome.

[Birdlady]

This thread is as good as it gets on this board. There has to be something we can do for trucker mike. Someone suggested an rp tarp. That was a great idea. Trucker Mike said he could use some signs. Where can we get them to you Mike? I was out doing a sign wave a week ago and two big trucks rolled through with their air horns. A honk is great but when the big trucks roll through and blast you its downright awesome.

Yep. We need a chipin for Truckin'Mike.

He can do more with signs than I could where I live. Of course it doesn't stop me from putting up signs here. However, he is reaching far more people than I could even imagine! :p

[TruckinMike]

Thanks for all the help-- i will set up a Chip -in this week.

but for now I have good news!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2059/1557814578_fe86af03be_o.jpg

On I-10 around mile marker 819 in Winnie, Texas I saw 3 home made Ron Paul signs!
Yes, They were made with with Red spray paint on white cardboard(I think). They were very legible and effective. Someone spent $5 on signs and turned that into hundreds of dollars of advertisement for Ron PAul. GOOD JOB!!

THAT is how you do it!!! Get signs up on the interstates!! Lots of them!

TM

[TruckinMike]

Ok, I'm back in business. And since today is SignBomb day, I thought I would shown off our work.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2113/2181981900_7284601535_o.jpg

Happy posting...

TruckinMike

[Rebel Resource]

Yes! where's the chip-in my good man?

[TruckinMike]

Yes! where's the chip-in my good man?

I didn't want to start something until I knew the game plan - after New Hampshire.

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As for today ... I'm headed for Virginia. I'll be lookin' for signs.

And Here is my report of Ron Paul's sign status as of Today.

1. I know you think that there are signs everywhere --- but they are NOT everywhere, in fact, they are hardly anywhere! I often drive a full day without seeing just one sign. And I mean any sign, big, small, homemade, or professional.

2. Step back and look more objectively - Do you see signs on every major street corner in your town? NO. Do you see signs every 5-10 miles on your local interstate? NO. Are there signs posted on the backs of every billboard you see? NO. Are there signs posted on every abandoned billboard in your area? NO

So the question is --- Why not?

Sorry for the dismal report, but folks, there are people that I run into everyday have never even heard the name RON PAUL! And the ones that have , have a distorted impression of him -- the media and GOP have been distorting his views very successfully. That has to change. How? Post signs with meaning as well.

"Champion of the Constitution" -- "defender of the Second Am."--- No IRS --- NO BATF --- etc...

So please, get out in the world and cover your local area with PERMANENT coroplast/plastic/vinyl/banners etc. We still need name recognition and we must counter the MSM with the TRUE message.

PS- post signs with a ladder, keep them out of the enemies reach!

TMIKE

[Macon, GA]

Truckin Mike,

I am relatively new to this forum and just saw this thread today. I am tremendously impressed. We are doing our part down here in Georgia. Some friends of mine got a big banner up on I-75 going North through Forsyth, Georgia!

My friend and I sign bombed for the first time this week, and are planning on doing it many more times before the Georgia primary. Right now we are just waiting on supplies. If I can figure out how to post pictures on this thing (no, all RP'ers are not computer geeks), I'll do it.

Keep up the good work. Happy Truckin'!

Woo Hoo Ron Paul!

[mmink15]

dozens of overpass banners going up all over south east PA this weekend

[StateofTrance]

Amazing Amazing

Trucking Mike Rocks !! :D

[pacelli]

TruckinMike and the Captain are true patriots. Get the signs up!!

[randolphus maximus]

I drove on I-5 to State Hwy 99 (the other main north-south freeway that runs to length of the state out here in California) from literally San Diego North to the Central Valley (about 5 hours total time on the road) and say this mini-blimp floating down by the border: http://video.nbcsandiego.com/player/?id=200541 and counted at least 20 Ron Paul signs on overpasses and billboards along the way. I also noted 4 cars with RP bumperstickers (with no other candidates signs anywhere!)

[TruckinMike]

I drove on I-5 to State Hwy 99 (the other main north-south freeway that runs to length of the state out here in California) from literally San Diego North to the Central Valley (about 5 hours total time on the road) and say this mini-blimp floating down by the border: http://video.nbcsandiego.com/player/?id=200541 and counted at least 20 Ron Paul signs on overpasses and billboards along the way. I also noted 4 cars with RP bumperstickers (with no other candidates signs anywhere!)

Thats great!! I haven't been to the west coast in a while... I need to take a visit out there and check out all the signs! AND MORE GOOD NEWS !!! I found a nice little treat. This pic is in Wytheville, Va. On the overpass. There is one on both ends of the bridge on sign posts. These signs have been there for months--- and THOUSANDS upon thousands of travelers have seen them.

Total cost: probably not more than $4. You can tell that the grass roots really knows how to spend its money:D. I wish more folks realized that this type of advertising really does WORK!

-- Its a bad pic, but it'll do. the Wind was really blowing hard. Tomorrow I'm going back to nail the sign down better.

TMike

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2193/2184393312_260b51c83a_o.jpg

[TruckinMike]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2259/2246155421_4b64db6dbf_o.jpg

enjoy...:D

PS- The fight has just begun. Stay strong, and remember, it took eight years to win the Revolutionary war. -- Not to mention frozen bloodied feet... are your feet bloody yet? Mine aren't! We have a long way to go.

~Keep up the fight by spreading the word

TruckinMike

[pacelli]

TruckinMike, you always pop up at just the right time. Incredible!!!

[TruckinMike]

Glad I could be of some help.:D

TMike

[Mystile]

ty for your patriotism TruckinMike :)

[TruckinMike]

Good NEWS!

Ron Paul Supporters in the San Diego area hung a really nice revolution banner over I-805N around exit 25b. And I saw it! If you were here in '07 you should know what that means -----

Yes, we have another winner of the much coveted and cherished...
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2059/1557814578_fe86af03be_o.jpg

Way to go San Diego!!!!:D

My route as of tomorrow 11/01/11:

Santa Ana,CA to Astoria,NY (Next to La Guardia) Monday Delivery

I-405, SR55,SR91, I-15, I-40 thru to Oklahoma city then north on I-44 to St.louis,MO then I-70 to Columbus,OH north on I-71 to Akron then I-80 east into the Bronx, south on I-87 to I-278 West into Astoria over the Triborourghs Bridge.

What I want to see is SIGNS. Lots of signs!!!!

Don't let me down, I'll be driving 2800 miles.

How many signs will I'll see? take a wild guess...

TMike

[Sola_Fide]

Cool thread!

[Travlyr]

Nice Pete too!

[McDermit]

What day will you be on i80? You will be taking 80 the entire way through PA, right?

[PursuePeace]

Awesome thread.

[Eric21ND]

I was wondering what happened to this man!