If you missed it this weekend you can check it out here.
http://motorcyclecannonball.com/
THANKS AGAIN RICK!
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Saturday, September 25, 2010
MAKING UP FOR MONDAY
I don't like to use the word "epic", it's used way too much, so I won't. However, the Pismo Beach Classic Rally was in a word "FUN". The ride was amazing and made me really want to devise something to enable me to take pictures while riding.
Had to Work Friday so I missed some of the debauchery between two very unlikely bike clubs. It became very obvious to me that the times are a changing. The "young guns" are definitely making their mark and showing us grey beards (in my case half a grey beard) how to put on events. Oh yea, they party like devils. Two kegs of PBR in the bedroom and music blaring for most of the weekend, and that was at the hotel!
Had to Work Friday so I missed some of the debauchery between two very unlikely bike clubs. It became very obvious to me that the times are a changing. The "young guns" are definitely making their mark and showing us grey beards (in my case half a grey beard) how to put on events. Oh yea, they party like devils. Two kegs of PBR in the bedroom and music blaring for most of the weekend, and that was at the hotel!
Friday, September 17, 2010
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Pasadena club to recreate famous Pismo Beach photo - Topix
Pasadena club to recreate famous Pismo Beach photo - Topix
http://pismobeachmotorcycleclassic.com/
It's been a year now in the making. Countless hours by dedicated folks who simply LOVE MOTORCYCLES. Here are the final details to an event that is certain to be a killer. Don't miss it.
If your bike is tired of all the summer runs and needs a little attention, then just drive out to enjoy the day.
In June 1929, hundreds of riders from the Pasadena and San Francisco Motorcycle Clubs gathered just north of the pier in Pismo Beach for a group photo during the Western Federation of Motorcyclists Rally.
The panoramic shot became famous and has appeared on numerous posters, postcards and other collectibles. That was 81 years ago and the two clubs have planned to meet again at the same spot on Sept. 19 for an updated version of the picture.
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PISMO BEACH MOTORCYCLE CLASSIC
Rally: 1-8 p.m. Sept. 18
Where: Rock and Roll Diner, 1300 Railroad St., Oceano
Classic photo:
9:30 a.m. Sept. 19,
Pismo Beach Pier
Cost: $20-$40
Information: www.pismobeachmotorcyleclassic.com, www.pasadenamc.com
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"One of our members happened across the 1929 photo," said Edward Rodriguez, secretary of the Pasadena Motorcycle Club. "He did some research and discovered that this was an iconic photo. There are several people who are always selling copies of it on e-Bay and there's a restaurant in Pismo Beach that displays it on its wall and sells it to tourists.
"The idea was to have the two clubs informally meet, but it snowballed because everyone we talked to got excited about it."
The groups are hoping to renew the tradition of posing for a shot on the beach during a rally, just as was done in the 1920s.
The Pasadena Motorcycle Club was formed in 1907, making it the third oldest club in the country. The second is the San Francisco Motorcycle Club, which was established in 1904.
PMC originally began as a sporting club, holding Hare and Hound races in the orange groves and unpaved streets of Pasadena and surrounding areas. From the `30s through the `70s, the focus slightly shifted to off-road and enduro racing, but in the years that followed, complex off-road legislation and other issues compelled the organization to change into a road-riding club.
The PMC has been involved with the Pasadena Rose Parade since its early years. The group had a float in the parade in 1911 and has provided float escorts, drivers and assistants, as well as traffic control since then.
Rides are vital part of the organization. There are monthly daytime outings,which sometimes include breakfast, and summer dinner rides
"There's a heavy social aspect to us," Rodriguez said.
PMC's biggest events of the year are the March poker run and the Greenhorn Ride in May.
"Steve McQueen once rode our Greenhorn, which is really cool," Rodriguez said. "It was in the `60s. He was familiar with one of our members, Bob Green, who started the Greenhorn ride. This upcoming year is our 65th annual Greenhorn."
PMC meets 8 p.m. Mondays at 21 E. Howard in Pasadena. Membership is open to anyone who has a motorcycle. You must show up to meetings and a vote will be held to determine if you are good fit for the group.
"We've got a wide range of members," Rodriguez said. "We have people who work in the entertainment industry, we have plumbers, we have lawyers, retired policemen, it really runs the gamut. We run (in age) from early 20s to 80s. It makes the meetings very interesting."
Rodriguez lives in Encino and will be polishing up his 2009 Harley Fat Bob for the Pismo Beach Motorcycle Classic, which kicks off Sept. 18 with three different rides from Northern California and one with the PMC from Cycle Gear in Newhall. Check-in will be 7-9 a.m.
All of the riders will meet at the Rock and Roll Diner in Oceano for an afternoon of entertainment and fun, beginning with an appearance by a United States Air Force Color Guard and the singing of the National Anthem. Performances by Rubber Side Down, Tiny Television and The Blessings will follow and there will be a bike contest and other activities, as well as vendors and food.
The riders will meet at the pier at Pismo Beach 9:30 a.m. Sept. 19 for the photograph.
Anyone is welcome to participate in the events or just show up for the photo. A portion of proceeds from the event will benefit Optimist Youth Homes, James Cornell Fund and Association of Amputee Surfers. Visit http://pismobeachmotorcycleclassic.com/
THANKS RICK FOR THE ARTICLE LINK
http://pismobeachmotorcycleclassic.com/
It's been a year now in the making. Countless hours by dedicated folks who simply LOVE MOTORCYCLES. Here are the final details to an event that is certain to be a killer. Don't miss it.
If your bike is tired of all the summer runs and needs a little attention, then just drive out to enjoy the day.
In June 1929, hundreds of riders from the Pasadena and San Francisco Motorcycle Clubs gathered just north of the pier in Pismo Beach for a group photo during the Western Federation of Motorcyclists Rally.
The panoramic shot became famous and has appeared on numerous posters, postcards and other collectibles. That was 81 years ago and the two clubs have planned to meet again at the same spot on Sept. 19 for an updated version of the picture.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
PISMO BEACH MOTORCYCLE CLASSIC
Rally: 1-8 p.m. Sept. 18
Where: Rock and Roll Diner, 1300 Railroad St., Oceano
Classic photo:
9:30 a.m. Sept. 19,
Pismo Beach Pier
Cost: $20-$40
Information: www.pismobeachmotorcyleclassic.com, www.pasadenamc.com
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"One of our members happened across the 1929 photo," said Edward Rodriguez, secretary of the Pasadena Motorcycle Club. "He did some research and discovered that this was an iconic photo. There are several people who are always selling copies of it on e-Bay and there's a restaurant in Pismo Beach that displays it on its wall and sells it to tourists.
"The idea was to have the two clubs informally meet, but it snowballed because everyone we talked to got excited about it."
The groups are hoping to renew the tradition of posing for a shot on the beach during a rally, just as was done in the 1920s.
The Pasadena Motorcycle Club was formed in 1907, making it the third oldest club in the country. The second is the San Francisco Motorcycle Club, which was established in 1904.
PMC originally began as a sporting club, holding Hare and Hound races in the orange groves and unpaved streets of Pasadena and surrounding areas. From the `30s through the `70s, the focus slightly shifted to off-road and enduro racing, but in the years that followed, complex off-road legislation and other issues compelled the organization to change into a road-riding club.
The PMC has been involved with the Pasadena Rose Parade since its early years. The group had a float in the parade in 1911 and has provided float escorts, drivers and assistants, as well as traffic control since then.
Rides are vital part of the organization. There are monthly daytime outings,which sometimes include breakfast, and summer dinner rides
"There's a heavy social aspect to us," Rodriguez said.
PMC's biggest events of the year are the March poker run and the Greenhorn Ride in May.
"Steve McQueen once rode our Greenhorn, which is really cool," Rodriguez said. "It was in the `60s. He was familiar with one of our members, Bob Green, who started the Greenhorn ride. This upcoming year is our 65th annual Greenhorn."
PMC meets 8 p.m. Mondays at 21 E. Howard in Pasadena. Membership is open to anyone who has a motorcycle. You must show up to meetings and a vote will be held to determine if you are good fit for the group.
"We've got a wide range of members," Rodriguez said. "We have people who work in the entertainment industry, we have plumbers, we have lawyers, retired policemen, it really runs the gamut. We run (in age) from early 20s to 80s. It makes the meetings very interesting."
Rodriguez lives in Encino and will be polishing up his 2009 Harley Fat Bob for the Pismo Beach Motorcycle Classic, which kicks off Sept. 18 with three different rides from Northern California and one with the PMC from Cycle Gear in Newhall. Check-in will be 7-9 a.m.
All of the riders will meet at the Rock and Roll Diner in Oceano for an afternoon of entertainment and fun, beginning with an appearance by a United States Air Force Color Guard and the singing of the National Anthem. Performances by Rubber Side Down, Tiny Television and The Blessings will follow and there will be a bike contest and other activities, as well as vendors and food.
The riders will meet at the pier at Pismo Beach 9:30 a.m. Sept. 19 for the photograph.
Anyone is welcome to participate in the events or just show up for the photo. A portion of proceeds from the event will benefit Optimist Youth Homes, James Cornell Fund and Association of Amputee Surfers. Visit http://pismobeachmotorcycleclassic.com/
THANKS RICK FOR THE ARTICLE LINK
Monday, September 13, 2010
MOTORCYCLE MONDAY
I'll do my best to post motorcycles every Monday from my achieves.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
....................NEVER FORGET.......................
Don't think it can be said any better than this...........
http://biltwellok.blogspot.com/2010/09/today.html
http://biltwellok.blogspot.com/2010/09/today.html
Monday, September 6, 2010
PISMO BEACH CLASSIC - UPDATE !
Pismo Beach Motorcycle Classic
Motorcycle Show
Saturday, September 18th, the San Francisco Motorcycle Club (http://www.facebook.com/l/51ad1f7--1pQpz9VK4dPrr68ROA;sf-mc.org) and
the Pasadena Motorcycle Club (http://www.facebook.com/l/51ad1us-ZBMQA17wv0t6fgQkvJg;pasadenamc.com) will host a motorcycle show during the
Pismo Beach Motorcycle Classic. This event will take place in Oceano, CA at the Rock and
Roll Diner located at 1300 Railroad Ave.
Registration for the motorcycle show begins at 1pm and only requires a $10 entry fee per
motorcycle. The first fifty (50) participants in the motorcycle show will receive a
commemorative keychain for entering the event.
Trophies will be awarded in the following categories:
*Modern Custom (1986 – Present)
*Classic Custom (1985 – Older)
*Gnarliest Motorcycle (Rat Bike)
*People’s Choice
*Judges Choice
All motorcycles will be judged by no less than 3 judges using the 100 point system as outlined in
the AMA Rules for Motorcycle Judging.
All motorcycle show winners will be announced at or around 6:15pm that same evening. You
must be present to win.
In addition, trophies will also be awarded for riders participating at the Pismo Beach Motorcycle
Classic event for the following categories:
*Highest Man Miles
*Long Distance Club
*Highest Club Participation
Come on down to the Pismo Beach Motorcycle Classic in Oceano, CA on Saturday, September
18th to show off your cool motorcycle; and see all of the other wonderful motorcycles in the
show. You just might win a trophy and everyone will have fun seeing all of the contestants who
have entered in the show!
For more information or questions, please visit us on the web at:
http://www.facebook.com/l/51ad1OketTE-BBviOXcWllNZfag;www.pismobeachmotorcycleclassic.comPismo Beach Motorcycle Classic
Motorcycle Show
Saturday, September 18th, the San Francisco Motorcycle Club (http://www.facebook.com/l/51ad1f7--1pQpz9VK4dPrr68ROA;sf-mc.org) and
the Pasadena Motorcycle Club (http://www.facebook.com/l/51ad1us-ZBMQA17wv0t6fgQkvJg;pasadenamc.com) will host a motorcycle show during the
Pismo Beach Motorcycle Classic. This event will take place in Oceano, CA at the Rock and
Roll Diner located at 1300 Railroad Ave.
Registration for the motorcycle show begins at 1pm and only requires a $10 entry fee per
motorcycle. The first fifty (50) participants in the motorcycle show will receive a
commemorative keychain for entering the event.
Trophies will be awarded in the following categories:
*Modern Custom (1986 – Present)
*Classic Custom (1985 – Older)
*Gnarliest Motorcycle (Rat Bike)
*People’s Choice
*Judges Choice
All motorcycles will be judged by no less than 3 judges using the 100 point system as outlined in
the AMA Rules for Motorcycle Judging.
All motorcycle show winners will be announced at or around 6:15pm that same evening. You
must be present to win.
In addition, trophies will also be awarded for riders participating at the Pismo Beach Motorcycle
Classic event for the following categories:
*Highest Man Miles
*Long Distance Club
*Highest Club Participation
Come on down to the Pismo Beach Motorcycle Classic in Oceano, CA on Saturday, September
18th to show off your cool motorcycle; and see all of the other wonderful motorcycles in the
show. You just might win a trophy and everyone will have fun seeing all of the contestants who
have entered in the show!
For more information or questions, please visit us on the web at:
http://www.facebook.com/l/51ad1OketTE-BBviOXcWllNZfag;www.pismobeachmotorcycleclassic.com
Motorcycle Show
Saturday, September 18th, the San Francisco Motorcycle Club (http://www.facebook.com/l/51ad1f7--1pQpz9VK4dPrr68ROA;sf-mc.org) and
the Pasadena Motorcycle Club (http://www.facebook.com/l/51ad1us-ZBMQA17wv0t6fgQkvJg;pasadenamc.com) will host a motorcycle show during the
Pismo Beach Motorcycle Classic. This event will take place in Oceano, CA at the Rock and
Roll Diner located at 1300 Railroad Ave.
Registration for the motorcycle show begins at 1pm and only requires a $10 entry fee per
motorcycle. The first fifty (50) participants in the motorcycle show will receive a
commemorative keychain for entering the event.
Trophies will be awarded in the following categories:
*Modern Custom (1986 – Present)
*Classic Custom (1985 – Older)
*Gnarliest Motorcycle (Rat Bike)
*People’s Choice
*Judges Choice
All motorcycles will be judged by no less than 3 judges using the 100 point system as outlined in
the AMA Rules for Motorcycle Judging.
All motorcycle show winners will be announced at or around 6:15pm that same evening. You
must be present to win.
In addition, trophies will also be awarded for riders participating at the Pismo Beach Motorcycle
Classic event for the following categories:
*Highest Man Miles
*Long Distance Club
*Highest Club Participation
Come on down to the Pismo Beach Motorcycle Classic in Oceano, CA on Saturday, September
18th to show off your cool motorcycle; and see all of the other wonderful motorcycles in the
show. You just might win a trophy and everyone will have fun seeing all of the contestants who
have entered in the show!
For more information or questions, please visit us on the web at:
http://www.facebook.com/l/51ad1OketTE-BBviOXcWllNZfag;www.pismobeachmotorcycleclassic.comPismo Beach Motorcycle Classic
Motorcycle Show
Saturday, September 18th, the San Francisco Motorcycle Club (http://www.facebook.com/l/51ad1f7--1pQpz9VK4dPrr68ROA;sf-mc.org) and
the Pasadena Motorcycle Club (http://www.facebook.com/l/51ad1us-ZBMQA17wv0t6fgQkvJg;pasadenamc.com) will host a motorcycle show during the
Pismo Beach Motorcycle Classic. This event will take place in Oceano, CA at the Rock and
Roll Diner located at 1300 Railroad Ave.
Registration for the motorcycle show begins at 1pm and only requires a $10 entry fee per
motorcycle. The first fifty (50) participants in the motorcycle show will receive a
commemorative keychain for entering the event.
Trophies will be awarded in the following categories:
*Modern Custom (1986 – Present)
*Classic Custom (1985 – Older)
*Gnarliest Motorcycle (Rat Bike)
*People’s Choice
*Judges Choice
All motorcycles will be judged by no less than 3 judges using the 100 point system as outlined in
the AMA Rules for Motorcycle Judging.
All motorcycle show winners will be announced at or around 6:15pm that same evening. You
must be present to win.
In addition, trophies will also be awarded for riders participating at the Pismo Beach Motorcycle
Classic event for the following categories:
*Highest Man Miles
*Long Distance Club
*Highest Club Participation
Come on down to the Pismo Beach Motorcycle Classic in Oceano, CA on Saturday, September
18th to show off your cool motorcycle; and see all of the other wonderful motorcycles in the
show. You just might win a trophy and everyone will have fun seeing all of the contestants who
have entered in the show!
For more information or questions, please visit us on the web at:
http://www.facebook.com/l/51ad1OketTE-BBviOXcWllNZfag;www.pismobeachmotorcycleclassic.com
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Friday, September 3, 2010
Monday, August 23, 2010
Friday, August 13, 2010
DUCS ON THE CREST
http://www.proitalia.com/ THANKS RICK!
Cafe Desmo. August 20-22. Benefiting the Angeles Crest Rebuilding Effort
Join us for Cafe Desmo, our annual Italian motorcycle bike show, which will be held this August 20-22 with a weekend full of events. This year’s Cafe Desmo will be the biggest and best we’ve ever hosted with a Friday evening cocktail / book release party, a Saturday night concert and a Sunday morning bike show followed by a ride up the beloved Angeles Crest for a late picnic and an outdoor concert featuring “Shifty Uncle” (Brian Nutter from Keith Urban’s band, Rikki Rockett from Poison, Robbie Crane from Ratt, and Snake from Skid Row will be joined by Erik Buell from the Thunderbolts and Mike Stone from Speed X and Queensryche).
Visit our Cafe Desmo Page
Register now to show your bike. Sunday’s events are free but we encourage EVERYONE to join in the Pro Italia Sponsored Ride up to Newcomb’s with a $40 donation going to help the Crest. For your donation you’ll get:
1. An escorted ride up The Crest (no stop signs)
2. Preferred parking at Pro Italia and Newcomb’s Ranch on Sunday
3. An event t-shirt
4. Picnic lunch up at Newcomb’s before the concert
5. Good vibes because proceeds will go towards the Angeles Crest Rebuilding Effort
Register to attend now, while you are thinking, “Man! This is gonna be cool!” Nab a form. Fill out your details – for either showing your bike or the ride/concert (or both) – and then fax it to (818) 484-2150. You may also bring in your completed form to our shop. Everyone registering for the ride must sign a waiver on or before Sunday the 22nd.
For all this information in one, easy to pass along to your friends location, visit our Cafe Desmo page with schedules, registration info, directions and images from last year’s event.
SATURDAY IN DT LA
If your looking for some good times while enjoying some the lights of the LA skyline, here you go.
RESTLESS
Sunday, August 8, 2010
ALIVE AND KICKING, AGAIN -Scoll Down for real date
Show & Swap- $ 10 starting at 8:00 a.m. Sept. 19th
Children Under 12 Free W/Adult Supervision
Early Bird Admission- $ 20 from 6:30-7:30 a.m.
on Saturday, September 19th only.
Absolutely NO General Admission on Friday.
Spending way too much time behind the keyboard. viruses SUCK!
Thursday, August 5, 2010
SLOW TO POST ....BECAUSE..
Saturday, July 31, 2010
LOOKING BACK
This is a Trail 70? Don't remember them being this niceSaturday, July 24, 2010
Friday, July 23, 2010
Sunday, July 18, 2010
MOON BIKES
As usual the Mooneys Shin-dig was amazing. Too much to take all in a few hours. It's good to see that despite the economy people are still creating some killer wheels, two and four. One thing that was noticeably missing were the fat tire choppers. Although they would have stood out like a sore thumb at this event, it wasn't too long ago that no matter where you went they were there standing around their bikes, with their Egay bought sleeveless Levi denim jackets, smokin cigars that smelled like shit on a stick. Just goes to show you. When you put your love, sweat, busted knuckles (tears) into something you created, it translates into something more than just a machine. That energy is real, powerful, and will outlast the flavor of the month.
THIS WAS A GOOD DAY.
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Friday, July 16, 2010
TIME TO GO TO THE MOON --- EYES
http://www.mooneyesusa.com/motorcycle-parts-c-207.html?muid=ba9367f085f0472879f41014406efff9
It's going to be HOT so you better bring plenty or refreshments. Get there early. I think gates open at 8am. RIDE YOUR BIKE AND GET A BETTER PARKING SPOT.
Say hello - I'll be snappin pictures and wearing a Green Pasadena MC 1907 lid. Let's have a BEER !!!
Sunday July 18, 2010 at
Toyota Speedway at Irwindale!
If you were not aware, the annual MOONEYES XMAS Party Show & Drag in December (2009) was covered in rain showers throughout the day. Mooneyes was not satisfied and decided to transform what is usually the day of the Mooneyes Open House to a make up event, thus MOONEYES SUMMER 2010 was created.
It's a special event at Toyota Speedway at Irwindale and will be one you don't want to miss! See you there!
Features include drag races starting at 9AM and again at 1PM with a cacklefest on the track at high noon. On the main stage will be a live art auction, live music performances by Gamblers Mark, Hot Rod Trio and Dynotones throughout the day, a spectacular Pin-up Girl Contest plus the coolest hot rod, bike and custom vendor booths, concession stands and tons of cars & bikes! Live pinstriping with MOONEYES pinstriper Hiro "WILDMAN" Ishii, on hand at the MOONEYES booth.
General Admission: $10.00 is for the car parking and $5.00 for each person.
Children under the age of 12 years old are free and don't require armbands.
Say hello - I'll be snappin pictures and wearing a Green Pasadena MC 1907 lid. Let's have a BEER !!!
Sunday July 18, 2010 at
Toyota Speedway at Irwindale!
If you were not aware, the annual MOONEYES XMAS Party Show & Drag in December (2009) was covered in rain showers throughout the day. Mooneyes was not satisfied and decided to transform what is usually the day of the Mooneyes Open House to a make up event, thus MOONEYES SUMMER 2010 was created.
It's a special event at Toyota Speedway at Irwindale and will be one you don't want to miss! See you there!
Features include drag races starting at 9AM and again at 1PM with a cacklefest on the track at high noon. On the main stage will be a live art auction, live music performances by Gamblers Mark, Hot Rod Trio and Dynotones throughout the day, a spectacular Pin-up Girl Contest plus the coolest hot rod, bike and custom vendor booths, concession stands and tons of cars & bikes! Live pinstriping with MOONEYES pinstriper Hiro "WILDMAN" Ishii, on hand at the MOONEYES booth.
General Admission: $10.00 is for the car parking and $5.00 for each person.
Children under the age of 12 years old are free and don't require armbands.
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