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May 8, 2008

 

Great Shirt: Loud Valves Save Lives

Funny t-shirt: Loud Valves Save LivesI just had to share this- saw one at a rally a couple of weeks ago. Looks like the perfect t-shirt for every rider who still relies on pushrods and rocker arms!

Loud Valve Save Lives

Pretty gosh darn funny. And probably more effective than the noisemakers it's poking fun at.

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The 4th Annual Buffalo Bike Run 2008 and MDA Ride for Life.

This event was added to our database by Deana Baker.

Event Starts: 7/18/2008
Location: Miami, OK
The 4th Annual Buffalo Bike Run 2008 and MDA Ride for Life. July 18-19 2008 at the Buffalo Run Casino, 1000 Buffalo Run Blvd. Miami, OK 74354.

World''s Largest Poker Run. $101,000 in cash and prizes. Featuring Ted Nugent and Trigger Gumm.

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May 6, 2008

 

Northern Metro Division March of Dimes - Bikers for Babies

This event was added to our database by Jessica Brown.

Event Starts: 6/22/2008
Location: Tarrytown, NY
The March of Dimes Bikers for Babies® will start at the T.G.I. Friday's in Tarrytown, NY (Rte 119) and wind around 65 miles of scenic country roads in Westchester and Rockland counties over the historic Bear Mountain Bridge, ending with a celebration party including free BBQ and live band held at Haverstraw Bay Park. A bike blessing will take place before the ride. REGISTRATION: 10:00 a.m. at T.G.I. Friday's @ 240 White Plains Road (Rte 119) Tarrytown, NY START: 11:00 a.m. Line up in front of T.G.I. Friday's FINISH: 12:30 pm (approx.) at Haverstraw Bay Park - 21 Gagan Road, Haverstraw, NY Riders Minimum donation of $25 to Ride. Passengers Minimum donation of $10 to Ride.

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May 5, 2008

 

Allstate Mobile Garage Tour / Chopper College

This event was added to our database by Chris Ward.

Event Starts: 5/09/2008
Location: Myrtle Beach, SC
The Allstate Mobile Garage tour is an interactive classroom developed by the insurer to teach motorcycle rally attendees the latest in motorcycle design and safety, and about Allstate motorcycle insurance features and benefits.

The Tour will travel cross-country making stops at some of the nation's most noted and historic rallies through November. In addition to the Tour's expanded schedule, the Chicago-based company also announced it has again entered into a partnership deal with Tommy "Clutch" Creal, CEO and Owner of Chopper College, a Chicago-area training school that combines course work with the hands-on application of proper motorcycle building techniques. Clutch and his gang of "professors" will join select events during the 2008 Tour to conduct live chopper building demonstrations, encourage crowd interaction and discuss the best ways to keep riders and their bikes protected on behalf of the insurer.

2008 Allstate Mobile Garage Tour events include (* denotes Chopper College event): Feb. 29 - March 3, Bike Week* (Daytona Beach, Fla.) May 1 - 4, Thunder Beach - Spring (Panama City, Fla.) May 9 - 18, Myrtle Beach* (Myrtle Beach, S.C.) June 2 - 7, Americade (Lake George, N.Y.) June 14 - 22, Laconia* (Laconia, N.H.) June 26 - 29, Thunder in the Valley (Johnstown, Pa.) July 25 - 27, Allstate 400 (Indianapolis, Ind.) Aug. 4 - 10, Sturgis (Sturgis, S.D.) Aug. 15 - 16, Dream Cruise (Detroit, Mich.) Aug. 28 - 31, Harley 105 (Milwaukee, Wis.) Sept. 4 - 7, Roar to the Shore* (Wildwood, N.J.) Oct. 2 - 6, Vegas BikeFest (Las Vegas, Nev.) Oct. 18 - 21, Biketoberfest (Daytona Beach, Fla.) Oct. 30 - Nov. 2, Lone Star Rally* (Galveston, Texas)

Visitors will be treated to an interactive experience offering massage chairs, misting stations, custom motorcycle building demonstrations and the option to speak with an on-site Allstate agent about policy features and benefits. Attendees will also have the chance to check out a completely refurbished classic early model Puch 250 and the chance to win a custom-built chopper-style motorcycle, dubbed the "Allstate Chopper," designed specifically for the insurance company''s 2007 Tour. Participants can register for the "Allstate Chopper Sweepstakes" at each Tour stop.

For additional details on the Allstate Mobile Garage Tour, Chopper College or to locate an agent near you, visit Allstate.com or call 877-BIKE-303.

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May 2, 2008

 

ABATE, Clinton County CAR & BIKE Show

This event was added to our database by Theresa.

Event Starts: 6/28/2008
Location: Wilmington, OH
June 28, 2008 ABATE Of Ohio, Inc. - CLINTON COUNTY Region 5 - 17th ANNUAL CAR & BIKE SHOW - Saturday June 28th - At Royal Z Lanes, 2667 State Route 22 &3 East, Wilmington, Ohio 45177

Entry Fee $10.00 - Registration 2:00pm to 5:00pm - Judging @ 5:00pm - Trophies Awarded - Door Prizes - Charity Drawings - Dash Plaques for First 50 Entries - Swap Meet Space Available - Food & Beverages Available on Grounds - Raffles - Rain or Shine - Come & Join The Fun - Live Music by: "Southern Express" Band Sat. Night - Not responsible for accidents, injury, fire or theft to persons or vehicles at this Cruise-in.

Car Classes are; 1. Best Coupe, 2. Best Sedan, 3. Best Truck, 4. Street Machine, 5. Street Rod, 6. Best 55,56,57, 7. Best Original, 8. Best Unfinished Car or Truck 90% Primer, 9. Best Corvett, 10. Best Mustang, 11. Special Interest, 12. Best Camaro, 13. Best Import.

BIKE Classes are; M-1. Stock Class, M-2. 15 Years & Older, M-3. Simi-Custom, M-4. Custom, M-5. Foreign, M-6. Antique Class 25 Years or Older, M-7. Best Sporster, M-8. Best Touring, M-9. Best Trike.

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