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It's Who You Know That Counts
 Originally Posted by tigerblade
Paging through RRW's new trackday directory, the first article is something like the top 10 reasons for a racer to do a trackday. Reason #1 was that you can use your sidestand instead of messing with race stands. Reason #10 repeated (paraphrased) "Did I mention the sidestand thing?"
The writer doesn't know anybody killed by a sidestand.
"Intellectuals solve problems; geniuses prevent them. " -Albert Einstein
Last edited by luvtolean; 03-21-2008 at 03:59 PM.
"It's not debt per se that overwhelms an individual, corporation, or country. Rather, it is the continuous increase in debt in relation to income that causes trouble." --Warren Buffett
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The odd Duc
Originally Posted by tigerblade
Paging through RRW's new trackday directory, the first article is something like the top 10 reasons for a racer to do a trackday. Reason #1 was that you can use your sidestand instead of messing with race stands. Reason #10 repeated (paraphrased) "Did I mention the sidestand thing?"
Saw that too. It was disturbing.
Character is not formed in a crisis...only exhibited.
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I also think the author needs to be shown a Baxley Sport Chock. if you aren't running tire warmers there's no need to fumble for a rear stand, just ride in and get off.
"If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough" - Mario Andretti
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See you at Grattan
Originally Posted by CBR929RE
I also think the author needs to be shown a Baxley Sport Chock. if you aren't running tire warmers there's no need to fumble for a rear stand, just ride in and get off.
That nice product gets a good review in the same issue ... now the author just needs to read 
Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one.
Albert Einstein
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Originally Posted by gt702
That nice product gets a good review in the same issue ... now the author just needs to read
I didn't even get that far into it yet.
I got my sport chock just after christmas. about a month ago a friend bought a bike and asked if I pick it up for him cause I have a truck. I think I was almost as excited to use my chock and new ramp as he was to get a new bike.
"If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough" - Mario Andretti
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He's getting better can't you tell?
Originally Posted by luvtolean
The writer doesn't know anybody killed by a sidestand.
"Intellectuals solve problems; geniuses prevent them. " -Albert Einstein
I hope you know I'm just messing with Abtech...  j
I'm a firm believer in doing everything you can to stay safe. I couldn't believe that was in the article.
Flashlight reveries caught in the headlights of a truck...
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Believe
Originally Posted by tigerblade
I hope you know I'm just messing with Abtech... j
I'm a firm believer in doing everything you can to stay safe. I couldn't believe that was in the article.
and this is coming from someone that needs to have his "body" tech'd before getting out on the track . . .
Now in stereo
Visionaries say "Yes, we can."
Engineers say "Not so fast."
and Seamus is awesome
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Live life to the fullest and smile while doing it
Originally Posted by CBR929RE
anyone up for sharing a garage? frenchie, riz, nicky?
Hey, I will know before april 15 is I can make it this year and if I can then I will share a garage with you for sure. 
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Originally Posted by FrenchieR6
Hey, I will know before april 15 is I can make it this year and if I can then I will share a garage with you for sure.
I haven't sent my check yet so want me to get the garage? I'll hold the spot for you till you are sure. so far it'd be me, you and probably JH41. and if I can convince ScottieDucati to come.
"If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough" - Mario Andretti
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Live life to the fullest and smile while doing it
Originally Posted by CBR929RE
I haven't sent my check yet so want me to get the garage? I'll hold the spot for you till you are sure. so far it'd be me, you and probably JH41. and if I can convince ScottieDucati to come.
Sounds like a plan. But no hangging this year now
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Originally Posted by FrenchieR6
Sounds like a plan. But no hangging this year now
I had nothing to do with that. that was those rascal cajuns doin.
"If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough" - Mario Andretti
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Senore Ducati
I'm still trying to figure out if this is a GO, had a nice chat about abtech about possibly lending some help to ya'll setting up suspension and what not, and CBR929RE is on my arse for a car pool... I'll keep you all posted, stupid motorcycles costing stupid money.... gah!
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Originally Posted by ScottieDucati
, had a nice chat about abtech about possibly lending some help to ya'll setting up suspension and what not
That would be AWESOME
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Originally Posted by ScottieDucati
I'm still trying to figure out if this is a GO, had a nice chat about abtech about possibly lending some help to ya'll setting up suspension and what not, and CBR929RE is on my arse for a car pool... I'll keep you all posted, stupid motorcycles costing stupid money.... gah!
what kind of friend would I be if I let you let this opportunity for some of the most fun you'll ever have slip away 
moneywise I bet you're gonna spend more money on your trip to VIR next week then you will for 3 days out in MI. and I'm talking total cost of the trip, everything included (track time, food, hotel, etc)
"If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough" - Mario Andretti
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Do too.
Originally Posted by ScottieDucati
 As I just explained to abtech....
In one of those not-really-paying-attention moments, I was reminded today by the "other half" that I had said, "that's fine" to a proposed departure date for a vacation with her parents and we leave July 1st, and the flights are already booked. Problem is with her parents in Europe, she needs to book these things well in advance and well, I didn't put 2 and 2 together at the time... especially as I've been busy getting things sorted for a season-opening trackday at VIR in a week.
I am *INCREDIBLY* bummed out about this, as I was working the #'s and it all seemed to be coming together.
Man am I bummed. I was looking forward to meetin you guys and maybe even helping out a bit with setup / riding tips...
Fly out of Detroit and ride for a day or two.
Ducit Amor Patriae
Richard Herald, The Gentle Giant
For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skywards, for there you have been and there you will long to return.
---Leonardo Da Vinci
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veinte siete
Originally Posted by ScottieDucati
I am *INCREDIBLY* bummed out about this, as I was working the #'s and it all seemed to be coming together.
Man am I bummed. I was looking forward to meetin you guys and maybe even helping out a bit with setup / riding tips...
 That sucks that you cant come Scottie. Aside from the obvious gas savings to all... track road trips like that have always been more fun with more people in the car.
RE, are you sending the garage money or do you want me to send it?
-jh
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Originally Posted by JH41
That sucks that you cant come Scottie. Aside from the obvious gas savings to all... track road trips like that have always been more fun with more people in the car.
RE, are you sending the garage money or do you want me to send it?
-jh
I was gonna write out the check today so I'll take care of it. guess its just me and you for the ride.
"If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough" - Mario Andretti
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See you at Grattan
Originally Posted by seamus
Fly out of Detroit and ride for a day or two.
+1, Detroit (DTW) is only about 3 hours from the track. Or, if you need to get back to use your original tickets, you might be able to take something small out of Grand Rapids ... and then let CBR929 take your stuff home for you 
Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one.
Albert Einstein
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Originally Posted by gt702
+1, Detroit (DTW) is only about 3 hours from the track. Or, if you need to get back to use your original tickets, you might be able to take something small out of Grand Rapids ... and then let CBR929 take your stuff home for you
from what I hear about his bike it might never make it back to his house
"If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough" - Mario Andretti
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If ya'll want to swing through Iowa I'll help out with the gas costs. It's only a little out of the way.
...dude you ride an offroad bike with slicks, 1/2 the weight of a GS, double the suspension, with a browning 50 cal going off 32" from your skull as a daily freaking driver - I'd expect anything except a nitro dragbike to be bland by comparison - SSG
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Originally Posted by slickwill
If ya'll want to swing through Iowa I'll help out with the gas costs. It's only a little out of the way.
there was a little bicycle race/practice charity thing last year after we were done, so your huffy will fit right in
"If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough" - Mario Andretti
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Originally Posted by CBR929RE
there was a little bicycle race/practice charity thing last year after we were done, so your huffy will fit right in
If I can find a ride to Grattan I'll go down to Wal-Mart and pick up an upgrade, maybe I'll be able to find a Sledgehammer.
...dude you ride an offroad bike with slicks, 1/2 the weight of a GS, double the suspension, with a browning 50 cal going off 32" from your skull as a daily freaking driver - I'd expect anything except a nitro dragbike to be bland by comparison - SSG
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veinte siete
Originally Posted by slickwill
If ya'll want to swing through Iowa I'll help out with the gas costs. It's only a little out of the way.
I didnt know Iowa had any actual inhabitants. I thought you were just joking about living there.
-jh
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The odd Duc
Originally Posted by JH41
I didnt know Iowa had any actual inhabitants. I thought you were just joking about living there.
-jh
Looks like it's going to be a loooonng ride, CBR929RE.
Character is not formed in a crisis...only exhibited.
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Originally Posted by JH41
I didnt know Iowa had any actual inhabitants. I thought you were just joking about living there.
-jh
Iowa actually has more inhabitants than Idaho which is my other home but I once found an online group claiming that Idaho doesn't even exist...
...dude you ride an offroad bike with slicks, 1/2 the weight of a GS, double the suspension, with a browning 50 cal going off 32" from your skull as a daily freaking driver - I'd expect anything except a nitro dragbike to be bland by comparison - SSG
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Last edited by abtech; 03-30-2008 at 01:40 PM.
Now in stereo
Visionaries say "Yes, we can."
Engineers say "Not so fast."
and Seamus is awesome
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Age of bike + rider = 78 !!
Alright, I finally got off my ass and sent in my 3-day deposit.
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