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THE LATEST FROM DAVID UHL?STELLA–
“Large” – image size appx 32×24, 150 prints plus 25 Artist Proofs and 25 House Copies. Price is $1,895 framed
“Oversize” – image size appx 40×30, 20 prints plus 5 Artist Proofs. Price is $3,850 framed
“Jumbo” – image size appx 48×36, 10 prints plus 2 Artist Proofs. Price is $4,850 framed
In David’s words, “It has been 2 years since the introduction of Evelyn, the last piece in my”Women of Harley Series”. The Evelyn painting was a portrait of a seasonedrider on her way to a hill climb in the early thirties. She was composed ofbig bold strokes with expressive paint and colors. I got to thinking of how womenfirst climbed astride the iron horse in the first place and did alittle research. It appears that the decade before was the culprit forparadigm shift of attitudes: “The Roaring Twenties” . Now I wanted todo an accurate rendering with all the details of this slice ofAmerican history.
I decided to produce a piece that went full circle back to the”Ruby” era, except focus on the motorcycle as the catalyst of change.Stella sits outside the Oxford Hotel on a shiny new Harley Davidson infull ’20s regalia, igniting the onslaught of the previous Victoriangeneration’s display of contempt. These young women of the ’20s couldnot have been more shocking to their parents — they flew airplanes,rode motorcycles and stayed out dancing until the morning hours, not tomention the attire. Harley-Davidson’s rich heritage includes thesetype of scenes, and I hope you enjoy my window into that past.”
Greg Rhodes
Uhl Studios
15801 W. Colfax Avenue
Golden, CO 80401
303-913-4840
greg@uhlstudios.com
BRASS BALLS BRINGS THE FXR BACK WITH A WHOLE NEW ATTITUDE–Brass Balls Bobbers is building a new model, and what could be better than to bring the best of Harley’s heritage back through the FXR, but with today’s attitude.
Here’s some teaser shots. The first build is being covered in Cycle Source Magazine and on Bikernet. Watch for more reports as this long-distance rider comes together.
“Also included is a photo of my boys,” said Dar Holdsworth, the boss of BBB, “Will (9) on bike and Jack (7) next to lift.”
Dar builds Quality American Bikes built using Quality American shop equipment… Handy lifts.
BUFFALO CHIP STURGIS COUNTDOWN KICKS OFF–The Countdown has begun: The Legendary Buffalo Chip Gears Up for Sturgis Rally Week 2010.
Sturgis, SD (January 28, 2010) – Despite the countless motorcycles still in hibernation in garages across the country, the countdown has officially commenced. Now only over six months out, the Legendary Buffalo Chip has already begun preparations for the 70th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 2010. The epicenter and purveyor of the ultimate Sturgis experience; the Legendary Buffalo Chip has once again set out to provide rally-goers an array of entertainment, art, vendors, food, amenities and a myriad of raucous memories.By bikers and for bikers, The Legendary Buffalo Chip has consistently proven itself as the best party in Sturgis. Synonymous with providing patrons a world-renowned assortment of musical acts, this year’s lineup is sure to deliver. Locked, loaded and ready to grace the Chip’s infamous main amphitheatre stage is rock and roll luminary, ZZ Top. That little ol’ band from Texas is sure to deliver the familiar and intricate riffs that landed them in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and in the hearts of fans the world over. The notoriously bearded blues-rock power trio will be celebrating their 40th Anniversary next year and is looking forward to ringing in this musical achievement with a rowdy crowd of Chipsters.
Another musical powerhouse booked for this year’s festivities is hard-hitting American rock band, Disturbed. Since the band’s inception in 1996 they have sold over 11 million albums worldwide, making them one of the largest grossing rock bands in recent years. They have also released three consecutive studio albums that have debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.
An additional can’t-miss attraction at this year’s Sturgis Rally Week is Michael Lichter’s 10th Annual Motorcycles as Art Exhibit. An internationally renowned exhibition showcasing the works of the most influential master builders and artists in motorcycling, Motorcycles as Art has become the token exhibition of the annual Sturgis Rally. The exhibit curated by legendary motorcycle photographer, Michael Lichter, has been successfully captivating rally-goers for the past decade and has effectively touched on a variety of relevant and significant themes within the motorcycle community.
Last year’s 2009 exhibit entitled “Rebel Rousers- Motorcycle Icons that Inspired Us to Ride” inspired thousands of enthusiasts to come out and witness for themselves an array of revered images and sacred memorabilia central to the biker culture. Quickly becoming the most eagerly anticipated exhibition of its kind, the Motorcycles as Art exhibition provides Sturgis rally-goers with an unforgettable experience. This year’s theme soon to be announced, is guaranteed to follow in the rich and unforgettable Motorcycles as Art tradition.The Third Annual Legends Ride has also been confirmed for Sturgis Rally Week 2010. The Legends Ride is your ticket to join celebrities, world-class bike builders and over 500 riders on a stunning, 50-mile ride from historic Deadwood, SD to the Legendary Buffalo Chip. All proceeds from the ride benefit two local Black Hills charities including the Black Hills Children’s Home and the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame. Within the past two years, the Legends Ride has quickly become the premier charity-celebrity ride of the motorcycling community and has raised nearly $100,000 for local charities. The ride is scheduled for Monday, August 9 with details still being worked out.
The Legendary Buffalo Chip offers visitors the ultimate Sturgis experience- there’s really no reason to go anywhere else. The countdown has officially begun so visit www.buffalochip.com now to secure your reservation for Sturgis 2010. Join ZZ Top, Disturbed, Michael Lichter and thousands of rowdy bikers at the Legendary Buffalo Chip for Sturgis Rally Week 2010 and join in the celebration. It’s going to be a wild ride!
–Sarah Wozniak
Bikers say bye-bye to Cobleskill —Am-Jam, the three-day biker festival held at the Cobleskill Fairgrounds every May for 25 years, isn?t returning this spring.American Motorcycle Jamboree organizer Jean Aldus said last week that she?s fed up with State Police, the Chamber of Commerce and what she termed an uncooperative attitude in Cobleskill.
But the targets of Ms. Aldus? wrath denied any wrong-doing, saying instead that they tried to help Am-Jam.
Am-Jam regularly brought 5,000 bikers, who spent thousands in Cobleskill and surrounding areas. Numbers dwindled in recent years, however, and Ms. Aldus blamed the mounting problems.Ms. Aldus said she made her decision last year after a meeting with Schoharie County Chamber of Commerce representatives ?was the last straw.??They don?t have a clue,? Ms. Aldus said, adding that the Chamber reps offered little or no promotion and assistance.
However, she singled out the State Police for her sharpest criticism. Ms. Aldus complained about State Police roadblocks that checked bikers as they exited I-88 and entered the Fairgrounds.That was a criticism repeated from past years, and Ms. Aldus said it was the same in 2009.
Instead of being able to travel around the area while at Am-Jam, bikers were ?sequestered at the Fairgrounds? because of the State Police presence, Ms. Aldus said.?I?m glad we don?t have to deal with them anymore,? she added.Ms. Aldus also blasted local businesses, claiming they grew indifferent to bikers and the money they were prepared to spend.?If we?re such an inconvenience to Cobleskill, fine,? Ms. Aldus said. ?Let?s see the town dry up and blow away.
?The whole Town of Cobleskill is a backward, non-progressive area. Our vendors didn?t want to deal with the unfriendliness.?Those enduring Ms. Aldus? criticism see the situation differently.Troop G?s Major William Sprague of the State Police pointed out that Am-Jam attracts Hell?s Angels and other gangs.If the Angels are there, the State Police will be there, too, he said.
?The Hell?s Angels are an internationally known and recognized criminal enterprise,? Major Sprague said. ?We take enforcement action whenever we can against such an organization.?And troopers are hardly to blame for Am-Jam leaving Cobleskill, he added.?Do not believe the State Police carrying out their regular law-enforcement responsibilities is the cause for Am-Jam leaving the Cobleskill Fairgrounds,? Major Sprague said.
As for the Chamber, Executive Director Jodie Rutt said the organization offered assistance and suggestions.
?The Chamber of Commerce loves to support an event like that because we know they spend money, and that money?s important to local businesses,? Ms. Rutt said.But Am-Jam didn?t take up the Chamber?s offers.?We tried to help out with our promotional expertise, but there were obstacles out of our control that we couldn?t overcome,? Ms. Rutt said, without elaborating.Jacqui Hauser, executive director of Cobleskill Partnership Inc., the downtown improvement group, denied that local businesses were uncooperative.
For two years, CPI and businesses posted ?Welcome, Am-Jam? signs in windows and printed flyers describing discounts and offers specifically for Am-Jam visitors.?I think we tried,? Ms. Hauser said. ?We welcomed them here. I don?t know what more we could have done.?
If Am-Jam won?t be in Cobleskill this year, it won?t be anywhere, either.Ms. Aldus said the event will re-surface in the Syracuse area in 2011.?It will take a year to set everything up and change venues,? she said.
http://timesjournalonline.com/details.asp?id=33261
Bikers say bye-bye to Cobleskill
1/27/2010
By Jim Poole
Rogue
31st J&P Cycles Open House Set for June 26-27–ANAMOSA, Iowa ? J&P Cycles raised the bar after the 2009 record-breaking 30th Anniversary Open House and now plans are well underway for the 31st event. The 2010 event is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, June 26-27, so mark your calendars now!
With more than 22,000 attending the June event last year, an even larger crowd is expected to make the trip to the company?s headquarters, outside Anamosa, Iowa, for this massive two-day event this year. Manufacturers galore will be on site showcasing their company?s latest wares during the event.
The J&P Cycles Open House is known for super exciting entertainment during the event. For 2010, Circus Una will be on stage. Circus Una is a high-flying entertainment act featuring two women. The motorcycle, dancer and rider balance themselves on a thin wire. Additionally, there will be Ride In Bike shows, Motorcycle Rodeo, silent auction and much more! Plus, there will be activities planned for children, so plan on bringing the whole family.
Visitors will also save big throughout the weekend on J&P Cycles enormous inventory of parts and accessories. Most products in the showroom will be 10 percent off (15 for Gold Club members) and a portion of the one-acre warehouse will be devoted to drastically reduced clearance items (up to 50 percent off).
The J&P Cycles? Showroom Semi will be on hand, displaying some of the coolest products around, and you can win over $5,000 in door prizes. Plus, sign up for a chance to win the 2010 J&P Cycles?/Easyriders Build-A-Bike Sweepstakes Bike!
The J&P Cycles Open House started out as a small Customer Appreciation Day held by owners John and Jill Parham to thank their customers for their business throughout the year. Now, as the world?s largest aftermarket retailer of parts and accessories for Harley-Davidson, V-Twin Metric Cruiser and Sport Bikes, this event has become the largest two-day event in the Midwest.
J&P Cycles knows how to throw a party, and this year?s event will be like no other! Again, the event will take place at the J&P Cycles? headquarters, located one mile north of Anamosa, Iowa, on Highway 151 on June 26 and 27. Don?t miss it!!
J&P Cycles, Keeping the World on 2 Wheels for 31 Years!
Peel Back pricing continues to roll at K and G Cycles– This week we are peeling back lights and fenders at up to 35% off!
Through a special arrangement with one of our big suppliers, we have available a limited quantity of taillights just perfect for replacement. Taillights for Dynas, Sportsters, and FL’s in chrome and smoked housings with red, clear, and smoked lens. These babies are priced to sell and will fit just like the original. The styling on the housings sets the light apart from plain ol’ OEM and the prices will make it easy to add a little bling to your thing.
We also have front fenders for your wide glide. These beauties are made from 16 gauge steel for strength, 39 1/2″ long, with the mounts are undrilled for so you can insure exact placement on your motorcycle. They are spec’d to fit 21″ wide glide wheels. If you are creative, you can trim here and trim there for a custom look. Put this fender on your bike for under $70.00!
We had a great run last week on the peel back products but there are still some items left. Because of the demand, we are continuing the RC Components Sabre cast aluminum wheels for wide tire applications. These wheels rock and will make that rig of yours look better than the day you rolled it off the show room floor. They are in very limited quantities and sizes and but, like everything else at K and G Cycles, they are priced to sell. Over 35% off on these babies so get them now or miss them altogether.
The peel back on LePera Bare Bones seats and V-Factor exhaust systems is still running, too. Just go to www.kandgcycles.com and “peel back” the upper right-hand corner of the website and click to see all of the bargains.
All of a sudden, everybody is “the best” or “the biggest” or “the something.” We just want you to try us out and you’ll see for yourself that K and G Cycles is just simply dedicated to getting you more for less. That’s all.
UPDATE ON BIKERNET METRIC–Check out custom metric and Brit bobbers from around the world, handmade parts made in America by Rock’s Chops and Kilby Deuce, vintage bikes, major manufacturer news and reviews, babes, humor and more at BikernetMetric: Your source for the stripped-down, raw and real truth about the underground metric revolution!
Licks Now Offers Custom Hand Pinstriped Biltwell Helmets.–Licks Cycles is hooked up with some of the hottest pin stripers in the industry. They showcase the coolest, tricked out, custom line of hand pinned Biltwell helmets on the planet!!
Have you ever wanted to incorporate a handcrafted piece of hot rod nostalgia into your biker lifestyle? If so, Licks has your FIX. Best of all, they are able to bring this incredibly unique, one off product right to your doorstep.
These custom gems are made the old fashion way?. handcrafted, one at a time with the artist?s talent and passion poured into each one. Make your friends DROOL with envy???Buy Yours Online Today!!
NEW BIKER SHIRTS FROM HOT LEATHERS– The Leader in Motorcycle Apparel for over 27 years, has several new funny biker t-shirts now in stock. These heavyweight, 100% cotton tees come in sizes large to XXL and are available only from Hot Leathers?. Up for grabs are funny sayings, hilarious drawings, patriotic tees and even a few serious messages. Perfect for this tax season is our “Born Free, Taxed To Death” shirt. That’s sure to get people talking! See them all at www.hotleathers.com. You won’t find these awesome tees anywhere else!
Hot Leathers has also upped the humor quotient with our new boy shorts designs. These ladies panties are comfortable AND sexy! Over 30 different designs available! In sizes medium to extra-large. Check Hot Leathers boy shorts out now.
PARTY AT THE BLUE GROTTO–We (my partner Jack McIntyre from Bikerpics.org & I) are having a party at the Blue Grotto (just south of Daytona H-D) on Friday, March 5, 2010 from 6PM – 11PM. The idea of this event has been extremely well received by everyone we have contacted. We are hoping that you could and will help support the event.
The venue is first class all the way. A beautiful marina setting.
The first document attached to this message is the consumer flyer. This will be distributed via 2.8 million e-mail blast during the month of Feb., Florida Newspaper ads, and direct mail. It CAN have your logo on it!!
The second document is the program and what exactly will take place as we lead up to the date of the event and at the event itself.
Now, you are certainly invited and encouraged to attend. However, for a small investment, there are great marketing opportunities!
We have and are inviting numerous high profile personalities and companies from the industry.
I sincerely hope you can help support this effort, take advantage of the great marketing opportunity presented here, and of course personally attend the party.
I assure you this will be money and time well spent.
As always, please feel free to contact me any time 24/7 with any comments or questions concerning this or any companies listed below.
Thank you for your continued support and I hope to see you either in Cincinatti or Indianapolis in the next couple weeks.
Thanks again and have a great day.
Best Regards,
Joe Distefano
ACCEL National Sales Manager
BRASS BALLS CUSTOM PARTS ? REVERSE MEGAPHONE 2-INTO-1– Brass Balls has something special for your sled? custom stainless steel 2-into-1 performance pipes coated with a Faux Ti or (titanium-style finish). The pipe is designed around a reverse megaphone.
These stainless steel pipes are treated with a special in house process to give them the look of Titanium, yet you retain the strength of stainless. Pipes have a gradual gold fade from headers down once they are heated.
Very cool, unique and will make your sled standout. Checkout the Brass Balls Custom Parts today.
VICTORY BEEFY SLIP-ONS FROM D&D–A v-twin just sounds better and performs better with a set of aftermarket exhaust pipes, am I right? D&D can show you how your motorcycle will sound and look because they have placed video and pictures of their pipes on the D&D website.
D&D dyno tunes each motorcycle to deliver a pipe with a deep rumble, performance right off idle and in your passing gear as well as flawless chrome or powder coat.
VIDEO DYNO RUN
Checkout the latest Victory Slip-ons from D&D Performance Enterprises.
FLAMED MIRRORS FROM AEROMACH–The Aeromach Flame Mirror is built using CNC machines to carve lightweight and strong custom mirrors from billet aluminum. The mirror housing is chromed to a show-quality finish. The mirror itself is glass, not a plastic. Aeromach only uses glass because it glass has the best optical properties.
The Optical Secret ? The reason an Aeromach mirror is desirable and isn?t cheap is because of the billet. The density of the aluminum is much higher than the cast stock mirrors from Harley or other accessory suppliers. This metal density combined with glass optics instead of plastic increases the clarity of the mirror by as much as 40% over stock.
The Aeromach mirrors and stems are manufactured in NASCAR country right outside of Charlotte, NC using aircraft quality solid billet extruded T6 aluminum. When the CNC machine isn?t carving up 200 MPH go fast parts, its delivering consistent design and quality motorcycle mirrors, stems and grips..
Aeromach’s mirror are available at the Aeromach Website.
IT’S A WRAP, I SUPPOSE–I’m rolling out to some Los Angeles Canyon tomorrow morning, before sunrise. Sunset Films is shooting the last segment of a Mike Jones film called Born to Ride. Mike has devoted his life to this creative effort for half a decade. He’s rolling the dice once more that this will wrap up production, and I’m apart of the effort.
Senator Dave Zien will be on hand to make sure we follow the code of the west. Dave is the hardest rider I know. He probably rode out from Wisconsin through snow storms, rain squals and flooding to scramble to this shoot. He doesn’t stop for anything.
So what’s coming for Bikernet. I’m waiting for our Texas martial arts master to launched a new Australian feature and a gypsy road story from Scotty. Here’s another mad non-stop rider. Scotty has lived on the road for almost a decade. He has no home except his FLH.
I’m working on several techs involving Bubs Exhaust, Bassani, S&S and K&N. Plus I need to roll out to Urban’s place to interview him about the Cannonball run. I’m still prepping for a tech with Paughco on Sportster products, for turning wrecked Sportsters into cool choppers. I’m also working with Baker on a tech on their new 4-speed transmissions.
I’m also drinking heavily and writing the next Bandit’s Cantina Soap. Plus Bikernet has signed two deals to support bike shows around the country. We are sponsoring Ryan’s Donnie Smith, Arlen Ness and Rick Fairless shows, and the LA Calendar show. Hang on for reports.
Okay, the sun is out. It’s time for a ride, goddamnit.
Ride Forever,
–Bandit
“Most of my money was spent on Motorcycles, Women, and Whiskey …the rest I just wasted”
