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ROLLIN’ SIXES/BIKERNET CHRISTMAS T-SHIRT DRIVE FOR THE TROOPS HEATS UP– Wow, Check this out. We just had Ron Gaston and Dewayne Meek call and say that they are going to send us 300 T’s for the T-shirt drive for the Troops from his Big Dog, Sucker Punch Sallys dealership in New Orleans.
That city is still rebuilding down there from Katrina and they still did this. I’m just blown away, Ron and his family have heart bro. They aren’t doing it to be popular. I’m sure Ron would rather me not write and tell you but I’m going to anyways. Spread the word. If anyone is down there, stop in and tell them thanks.
And if you’re not around there, pick up the phone and tell them thanks. They deserve it.
–Jerry
Rollin Sixes Choppers n Rods.
Here is the address where to send the shirts:
2164 West First Street
Suite A, Fort Myers, FL
33901
7th Annual Rally in the Gorge moves up a month in 2009– Seattle, WA ? Sound RIDER! publisher and event promoter, Tom Mehren, announced today changes in the dates for the 7th annual Rally in the Gorge. The event, held in Stevenson, Washington, has been moved up one month and will be held Wednesday, July 29 to Sunday, August 2 in 2009.
The rally will be extended from four to five days. For the fourth year, in a row the event will be designated as the Northwest Regional Rally of the American Motorcyclist Association. ?This is a chance to put the rally on mid-season, rather than at the end of the riding season, which should bode well for the manufacturers and vendors who participate,? commented Mehren from his Seattle office.
Since 2003, Sound RIDER! has produced motorcycle rallies in the Columbia River Gorge. The 2009 Rally in the Gorge features activities for sportbike, sport touring, dualsport and maxi-scooter enthusiasts.
Prior rallies have attracted national support from manufacturers, distributors and vendors including BMW, Triumph, Aprilia, Ducati, Parts Unlimited, Western Powersports, Avon Tyres, Nelson-Rigg and others. Guest speakers have included David Hough, author of the Proficient Motorcycling series; Nick Ienatsch, lead instructor at the Freddie Spencer Performance Riding School; and Ramey Stroud, founder of the Cascade Endurance Center.
Vendor support and clinic instructors for the 2009 event will be announced beginning in January. The rally is held within the boundaries of the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area, an area rich in great motorcycling roads (both paved and gravel), road-building history and stunning beauty that includes Mt. Hood, Mt. Adams and Mt. St. Helens.
Sound RIDER! began as an online motorcycle magazine in 1999. In 2009, the publication will celebrate its tenth anniversary. In 2001, the publication branched into event promotion and has created events such as the 3 Pass BLA$T, the Starlight Foundation?s charity ride and Rally in the Gorge. The 2008 rally portal is at www.soundrider.com/rally. A new portal and sub sites are coming soon.
SEVENMEISTER GETS THE IRONWORKS COVER–Motherfucking right! Not even did we finally hit a bike feature in an American magazine…we got the cover too!!!
Thanks to Ironworks, Ken Conte and CurtLout!!Check it out and get that rag
Cheers,
–Svenmeister
Check out our website!
www.SVENMEISTERHARDCOREKUSTOMS.com
Join the SHK FORUM!
http://svenmeister.bigforumpro.com/
PINK PARTZ WIDE OPEN FOR BUSINESS–Pink Partz launches a distinctive new line of products designed for the world of horsepower and torque.
Minneapolis, MN? Pink Partz is breaking into the motor sports industry with a deep love of customs and a fresh attitude. Pink Partz has designed a new line of products specifically for women, along with a disruptive Pink Partz men?s line. Pink Partz believes in the passion of the ride?hot rod, bike, sled, ATV, Dirt Bike. There are no frilly options here, only cool clothes that belong in a world of horsepower and torque.
Don?t be afraid to get your Pink Partz dirty. The cool thing about Pink Partz is that it means something different to each person. Some take it to a naughty place, while others revel in the fact that the line suits the interests of motor sport enthusiasts that love horsepower. For those that take a more dangerous understanding of the brand, the product will elicit a fun response. While Pink Partz will never stand still, this launch is geared to offer variety and selection. Moving forward watch for additional line creations set to release just in time for the Holidays, as well as innovative ride accessories. Pink Partz offers a fresh new approach by providing distinctive and exclusive designs. All of which were designed for soulful custom enthusiasts no matter what their ride of choice.
Supporting the initial brand launch are several iconic v-twin based shops including Arlen Ness Daytona, Eddie Trotta?s Thunder Cycle Design and Covington?s Customs. ?The line meets the needs of riders that don?t want to wear a motorcycle brand across their shirt, but are still looking to make a ?riding? statement. The product looks and feels great on. It?s high quality and does not disappoint? explained Arlen Ness Daytona Principal, Shelly Rossmeyer. Retail pricing is also a key attribute offered by Pink Partz. ?It?s not often we issue valuable show floor space, especially just before a major rally, but I think Pink Partz has a distinct voice and will work well in our store. Our customers look for value and cool. Pink Partz meets the customer needs while offering a great selection? finished Rossmeyer. The Pink Partz apparel line debuted this week during Daytona Biketoberfest at Arlen Ness Daytona. ?Earlier this week, I saw this new product on display in Daytona and knew it was the right product for my customers. Pink Partz are on their way to Ft. Lauderdale? said Master Builder Eddie Trotta.
Pink Partz products are in stock now and available to ship. Check the line out at www.pinkpartz.com
Pink Partz? offers a variety of distinctive clothing and accessories for soulful motor sport enthusiasts. Pink Partz is a registered trademark. To see all the spankin? new products and more about Pink Partz, visit: www.pinkpartz.com
–Darcy Betlach
Lil Emery Designs New ?Got Grilles-Got Girls? Sizzling Posters–To showcase their top-selling V-Rod custom radiator grilles Lil Emery Designs will be introducing their sizzlin? new ?Got Grilles-Got Girls? posters at this year?s Love Ride. The Lil Emery Grille Girls?Rachel Mullins and Stacey Dominguez? will be signing their posters at the Pomona Fair Grounds event. Posters? ten bucks. The girls?.well, priceless. Sorry, the Lil Emery Grille Bikinis are not currently available for sale, but watch for ?em.
The posters will also available through the company?s website: www.lilemerydesigns.com. The Lil Emery V-Rod custom/protectiveGrilles, available in black, chrome, bare and flamed are also available through J&P Cycle, grcustoms.com and v-mod.com. These grilles not only look good and fit seamlessly with simple hand tools, they also protect your very expensive to replace V-Rod radiator from damaging road debris. Be safe and upgrade your V-Rod to V-Bad.
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 8, 2008ATWOOD WATER PARK (Pavilion in back)MONTICELLO, MS.–POKER RUN SIGN UP BEGINS @ 12 NOONRIDE BEGINS @ 1:00
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CHILDREN 12 & UNDER FREE
PORTION OF PROCEEDS TO BENEFITWAHABI SHRINER’S CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTYWE WILL BE COLLECTING NEW TOYS FOR ANY AGE CHILD FROM NOW UNTIL THE 1st OF DECEMBER IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A DONATION PLEASE BRING THEM WITH YOU THAT DAY!PLEASE PASS THIS INFO ON TO ALL YOUR BUDDIES!HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL THERE!
HANG ON, A $110,000 TWINCAM–2009 Confederate Fighter from Neiman Marcus – The Kneeslider:
The Neiman Marcus Christmas book has a little something you might be interested in, it?s called the Confederate Fighter from the Confederate Motor Company. They?re making just 45 and you can have yours for only $110,000. If you want to blend in, this is not your bike.The catalog makes it seem they have a special edition of some sort but there are specs for a 2009 Confederate Fighter on the Confederate website so a standard version may be coming, too. The catalog also says ?190 mph of performance.? Whatever the case, it?s quite a striking appearance.
Specifications from Confederate Motor Company:Weight: 430 lbs Wheelbase: 64? Seat Height: 25.75 Rake: 30 degrees Engine: 45 degree radial twin 120 c.i. 1966 c.c. 2 litre 4 1/8? bore 4 1/2? stroke Forged lightweight alloy pistons CNC aircraft billet aluminum heads; Confederate ?Combat? design Dual counter-shaft balance system Transmission: Confederate design; 5 speed; close ratio; CNC aircraft billet aluminum cases Primary: Confederate design; CNC aircraft billet aluminum engine, transmission, swingarm pivot outrigger bearing supported mounting system; belt drive Chassis: Confederate triple load path design; CNC aircraft billet aluminum front and rear bulkheads; pure high-grade titanium 5 inch outer diameter .095 wall backbone; oil bearing Suspension: Front- Girder-type CNC aircraft billet aluminum and titanium multi-link Confederate-Vincent design; centered coil-over shock; dual carbon fiber blades Rear- Lightweight Confederate drag-race inspired design; aircraft aluminum fabrication; sual long travel coil over shock Brakes: Front- CNC aircraft billet aluminum 4 piston caliper; aluminum-ceramic matrix floating lightweight rotor Rear- CNC aircraft billet aluminum 2 piston caliper; aluminum-ceramic matrix floating lightweight rotor Wheels: Front- 3 inch x 19 carbon fiber Rear- 8 inch x 18 carbon fiber Tires: Matched Pirelli Front- 120 ZR x 19 Rear- 240 ZR x 18 Lighting: Front- Integral LED headlamp; turn signal Rear- Integral LED tail lamp; brake; turn signal
From the Neiman Marcus Christmas book:
NEW WAR BOOK FROM MOTORBOOKS– If you get a chance, please check out the website for our new book: ?Bristol?s Bastards: In Iraq with the 2nd Battalion, 136th Infantry of Minnesota?s National Guard? (www.bristolsbastards.com I co-wrote this book with my cousin Nicholas Maurstad, who spent almost two years fighting in Iraq as part of the longest National Guard deployment since the Civil War. Nick’s battalion fought with the Marine Corp near Fallujah through the deadliest period of the war, and his unit took more casualties than any other National Guard unit since the war began. Nick lost four members of his eight-man team, and saw too many other friends killed or wounded. This is their story. Nick?s battalion lived through more tragedy than a person should experience in a lifetime, but they also had more than their share of success. His squad mates rescued a number of men from an al Qaeda torture house and Nick personally captured Haythem Kudar, the head of al Qaeda in al Anbar province at that time. Nick was almost killed in the process, but was saved by the fact that at the very moment Nick kicked down Kudar?s door the man?s wife was in the process of giving him oral pleasure, which kept Kudar from drawing his pistol until it was too late and the muzzle of Nick?s shotgun was inches from his face. Col. Bristol, the Marine colonel who commanded the troops in the region, called Bravo Company ?as fine a company as exists in the military today? They are, simply put, a company of heroes? I?m proud to have led them, to have fought with them, and to have bled with them.? These kids gave everything they had in Iraq, and they lost a lot of their brothers. We?ve tried to present the reality of what Nick and his friends experienced in ?Bristol’s Bastards.? It?s raw, filled with the scatological gallows humor one would expect from a bunch of 20 year olds sent to a meat grinder half-way around the world, but it captures the experiences they lived through. Their story deserves to be told, warts and all, in their own vernacular. To whitewash it and make it pretty would trivialize their sacrifices. –Darwin Holmstrom CYCLE WORLD INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SHOWS PRESENTED BY TOYOTA KICKS-OFF NATIONWIDE TOUR AT UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX STADIUM– Phoenix ? (October 21, 2008) ? The Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows presented by Toyota kicks-off its 13-city nationwide tour at the University of Phoenix Stadium Friday, October 31 through Sunday, November 2. This motorcycle extravaganza is an all access pass to the world of motorcycling with hundreds of the latest street bikes, dirt bikes, cruisers, scooters and ATVs for both new and experienced riders. Several manufacturers will showcase U.S. debuts of hot new models and offer attendees an up-close look at the latest in fuel efficient transportation with more than 500 new vehicles that get 50-plus miles to the gallon ? there has never been a better time to ride! From a record setting number of demo rides to a Scooter Pavilion jam-packed with fuel sipping options, the Cycle World International Motorcycle Show offers something for everyone. The Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows is the first place to see the 2009-model motorcycle collections from the leading motorcycle manufacturers. Ducati and Kawasaki will unveil new models for the first time ever in the U.S. on Friday, October 31, live on the show floor. Attendees will also get a first look the all new Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager and Ninja ZX-6R and the Ducati Monster 1100 and Monster 696. In addition, a custom Phoenix Suns Ducati 848, signed by all the players and featuring a seat made out of basketball skins will be unveiled to the public for the first time ever. This one-of-a-kind bike will be auctioned off at the annual Suns & Stars Gala to raise funds for Phoenix Suns Charities in early 2009.
?Phoenix is the first show for the new model season and Arizonans will be treated to exciting U.S. bike debuts from several manufacturers,? said Group Show Director Jeff D?Entremont. ?Enthusiasts will also have the unique opportunity to test ride the largest demo fleet in tour history to truly experience all the great brands and machines we have lined up. This first stop on the tour will showcase several new show features including first-time rider seminars, a Scooter Pavilion featuring the latest brands and products fitting of the scooter lifestyle, high-flying freestyle motocross action and more.?
Following is a brief description of the exciting new features coming to the University of Phoenix Stadium:Scooter Pavilion ? With high gas prices, scooters are all the rage and the Scooter Pavilion will showcase all the newest models from several manufacturers all in one location. This is the perfect place for showgoers to learn more about these high mileage transportation options and compare models from Aprilia, CF Moto, Genuine, Honda, KYMCO, Piaggio, Vectrix, Vespa and more!
More Demo Rides Than Ever ? Licensed motorcyclists who bring their own riding gear (including a helmet) can test drive the hottest new street bikes from more than 10 manufacturers on Saturday and Sunday, during daylight hours. These manufacturer-sponsored demo rides will offer showgoers the chance to hop on the latest models from BRP, Ducati, Honda, Harley-Davidson, Kawasaki, KTM, KYMCO, Star, Suzuki, Victory and Yamaha.
Explore Motorcycling New Rider?s Welcome Center ? The Welcome Center is the inviting home to a surplus of information for new riders, as well as a place to ask questions and learn about motorcycle safety, women?s programs and local riding clubs ? the perfect place for those interested in or new to two wheels. This feature area will also house floor plans, exhibitor lists, product giveaways and serve as an ideal introduction to the world of motorcycling. Freestyle Motocross Action ? Freestyle motocross fans are sure to be thrilled by performances from the Team Cartel Freestyle Motocross Team. Riders will dazzle attendees with their one-of-a-kind aerial tricks and back flips to a heart pounding soundtrack.
The Hub ? For the first time ever, this new high-energy area will be jam-packed with great speakers covering touring tips, new rider seminars, safety topics and advanced rider clinics. Attendees will also be treated to the American debut of several bikes, on Halloween afternoon. Vintage Pavilion ? This retro showcase returns with an expanded collection of rare vintage motorcycles including classic dirt bikes, cruisers and more from various vintage groups throughout the country.
Family Action Zone ? Children will enjoy several interactive activities including an obstacle course with Strider Running Bikes, an interactive gaming area featuring the latest video game systems and more!
For the 16th consecutive year, Cycle World, the world?s most popular motorcycle magazine, is the title sponsor for the series and leading manufacturer Toyota will return for the 11th year as presenting sponsor. The show will be open to the public Friday, October 31 (Halloween) through Sunday, November 2, at the University of Phoenix Stadium, located at 1 Cardinals Drive, in Glendale, Arizona. Show hours are Friday, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday, from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission to the event is $12 for adults and $6 for children 6-11. Children 5 and under are admitted free. Families are encouraged to attend on Freaky Friday, where kids under 12 get in free for safe trick or treating from all the exhibitors at the show!
Plus, Sunday is Ladies Day Out with all women receiving half price admission at the door with our online coupon! $2 off discount tickets are available on the Web at www.motorcycleshows.com
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