BILL TO PROTECT CALIFORNIA’S JOHNSON VALLEY FROM TAKEOVER ADVANCES IN U.S. HOUSE

  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- A bill to block a U.S. Marine Corps takeover of California's Johnson Valley off-highway vehicle recreation area was approved by the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources on May 15, the American Motorcyclist Association reports. The bill, H.R. 1676, introduced by Rep. Paul Cook (R-Calif.), now goes to the full House for consideration. The measure would designate Johnson Valley as a national off-highway vehicle recreation area, protecting it from a takeover, but would authorize limited military use of the area. Several years ago, the U.S. Department of the Navy began the formal process to take over…
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WRAPS OF HOPE & SAVVY THREADS “PEACE SIGN” COLLECTION

Wraps of Hope & Savvy Threads Announces New Additions to "Peace Sign" Collection of HeadWraps, HeadBands and Apparel Great Bend, KS - DesignWraps Brands, the world leader in superior quality “Made in the U.S.A” headwear and woman’s apparel has announced new additions to the “Peace Collection” of their product line. Marketed under their Wraps of Hope and Wraps of Savvy brands, the "Peace Collection" consists of the TotalWrap headwrap, headbands and RidersBeanies, as well as 2X1 Rib Tanks, the "New" Baby Rib sleeveless V-Neck and the famous V-Neck Burn Out. Wraps of Hope is a beautifully designed line of headwear…
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LADIES AND GENTLEMEN … START YOUR ENGINES!

7th Annual Peter Makris Memorial Run Saturday, June 8, 2013 Official Kickoff for the 90th Anniversary of Laconia Motorcycle Week!   Laconia, NH -- What started as a party and ride as a memorial tribute to deceased community leader Peter Makris, has 7 years later, turned into an important fundraiser for the Laconia Fire Department and the Easter Seals NH "Veterans Count" program which aids active military and families, before, during and after deployment. To date, the ride has raised over $185,000.   In Laconia, it is all about "The Ride," so the Peter Makris Memorial Run starts Motorcycle week…
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NEW MEN’S FXRG® MODULAR HELMET WITH RETRACTABLE SUN SHIELD FROM HARLEY-DAVIDSON

Engineered for Lightness, Versatility and Protection MILWAUKEE – The new men’s FXRG Modular Helmet with Retractable Sun Shield (P/N 98244-13VM, $525) from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® line is engineered for ultimate comfort, versatility and protection. It’s built from advanced carbon fiber, aramid and fiberglass for strength and light weight, and shaped to be extremely quiet at highway speeds. The One-Touch Integrated tinted Sun Shield deploys or retracts quickly and easily, while the one-touch locking system optimizes modular convenience. Its Cool4Ever™ interior is lightweight, moisture-wicking, odor-free and antibacterial. The helmet weighs 3.55 lbs., meets DOT requirements and is available in XS –…
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COOLBETH TAKES FACTORY HARLEY TO SEVENTH AT STOCKTON

Halbert, Baker and Wiles Fill an All-Harley Podium in AMA Grand National Twins STOCKTON, Calif. (May 11, 2013) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory Team rider Kenny Coolbeth rebounded from a back-row starting position to finish seventh in the AMA Pro Flat Track presented by J&P Cycles Grand National Twins main on the Stockton 99 Half-Mile track at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds. The first Grand National Twins event of the season was won by South East Harley rider Sammy Halbert on a Harley-Davidson XR750 motorcycle.   Racing for the first time on the Stockton half-mile, Coolbeth finished sixth in his…
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ROAD 2 SMOKE OUT FILM LAUNCHES ON INDIEGOGO

 Supporting the Chopper Lifestyle Love Choppers? Love Movies? We have your perfect combination in the ROAD 2 SMOKE OUT Film. The Smoke Out 14 Rally team is working with Indiegogo to secure the funds to complete the Road 2 Smoke Out film, which follows the adventures of guys and gals that create garage-built bikes and run them to their annual chopper party in Rockingham, NC on June 20, 2013.   This garage-built film features those bloody knuckle guys like Fabricator Kevin, Roadside Marty, Bean're, the Brew Dude and artists like Tony Squindo and Mike Lichter. The film captures the music…
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MILITARY & MOTORCYCLES_MAY 10, 2013

Bradenton Veterans Park First of all I made a mistake in last week’s column. Here are the corrected sentences. “It’s not the weapons that are killing innocent people; it’s the person behind the trigger who is. Notice I said ‘innocent’ people in the previous sentence.”   I woke up last Tuesday and read in the Bradenton Herald where some unknown person(s) damaged the Bradenton Veterans Park which is situated near the new skateboard facility along the River Walk Park.   I have to tell you I take the damage very personally due to the fact my family have three bricks…
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U.S. LAWMAKER INTRODUCES BILL TO STOP FUNDING FOR MOTORCYCLE-ONLY CHECKPOINTS

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- A U.S. lawmaker has introduced a bill to not only end funding for motorcycle-only checkpoints but also to put more emphasis on motorcycle safety programs, the American Motorcyclist Association reports.   On May 7, U.S. Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner (R-Wis.) introduced H.R. 1861 to prohibit the U.S. Transportation Department from providing funds to state and local authorities for motorcycle-only checkpoints. The bill, called the Stop Motorcycle Checkpoint Funding Act, also has language to force U.S. transportation officials to focus motorcycle safety efforts on crash prevention programs rather than national helmet mandates. "Current law states that highway safety plans…
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AMERICAN MOTORCYCLIST ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES WINNERS IN HELMET HOUSE PRODUCT GIVEAWAYS

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Several lucky motorcyclists will receive new riding gear and other products from Helmet House, manufacturer of Cortech and Tour Master and exclusive distributor for Shoei Helmets, thanks to drawings held by the American Motorcyclist Association. The AMA sponsored AMA Go Ride! Month in April to celebrate the motorcycling lifestyle with on- and off-highway motorcyclists across the country. The month-long event featured a number of contests that promoted the fun of riding, educated riders about threats facing motorcycling and encouraged motorcyclists to think about the extraordinary gas mileage their motorcycles achieve compared to their cars and trucks. During…
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NOW THIS IS A GREAT COMMERCIAL

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AMERICAN MOTORCYCLIST ASSOCIATION CONGRATULATES AMA SUPERCROSS CHAMPIONS, THANKS PARTNERS FOR 2013 SEASON

  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association congratulates the three riders who claimed AMA No. 1 plates by the time the dust settled on the 2013 AMA Supercross season: Ryan Villopoto, 450SX champion; Wil Hahn, 250SX East champion; and Ken Roczen, 250SX West champion.   "Once again, AMA Supercross delivered some of the best motorsports racing on the planet, with a 2013 season for the record books," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "I'm confident I speak for all motorcyclists when I congratulate three of our most talented AMA members -- Ryan Villopoto, Wil Hahn and Ken Roczen…
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MILITARY & MOTORCYCLES_MAY 3, 2013

I Did Build It I am 66 years old. I grew up here in Manatee County and “I did build my own life” through the teachings of God, my parents, neighbors, teachers and supervisors over the years. I don’t need Washington to tell me how to be a better person by my helping everyone else in the United States as well as all over the world.   I have hunted and owned weapons for the vast majority of my life, that doesn’t make me a bad person. However it does make me feel safer insomuch I can protect myself and…
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TORSTEN HALLMAN TO BE HONORED AS AN AMA MOTORCYCLE HALL OF FAME LEGEND

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Torsten Hallman was instrumental in the introduction of motocross to America, and on Friday, Oct. 18, he will be honored as an AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Legend. Hallman, an existing Hall of Famer, will be recognized alongside the class of 2013 as part of the AMA Legends Weekend, hosted by the American Motorcyclist Association, on Oct. 18-19 at the Green Valley Ranch Resort, Spa and Casino in Las Vegas, Nev. "Torsten's prominence, since the early days of motocross in the USA, has never faded," said Jeffrey V. Heininger, chairman of the American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation, which…
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MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS URGED BY AMA IN MAY

  Motorcycle Awareness Month begins May 1   PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The month of May is Motorcycle Awareness Month -- one of the most important months of the year for the safety of all road users and especially motorcyclists, according to the American Motorcyclist Association. The AMA is the largest motorcycling rights and event-sanctioning organization in North America. "Motorcycle Awareness Month serves as a seasonal reminder to all road users to look around, check their mirrors and consciously look for motorcycles," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "Motorcyclists are now getting out on the road in greater numbers across…
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AMA GO RIDE! MONTH WRAPS UP

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- AMA Go Ride! Month in April 2013 concludes today after a month-long celebration of the motorcycling lifestyle with on- and off-highway motorcyclists across the country. In addition to providing AMA members and riders with event and riding information, the AMA also conducted numerous weekly contests and on Friday, May 3, will announce the winners of a drawing for prizes from AMA partner Helmet House. "We've had a lot of fun engaging AMA members and riders with AMA Go Ride! Month," said Rob Dingman, AMA president and CEO. "Even where the weather has been less than cooperative, motorcyclists…
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CIRCLE BELL MOTORSPORTS ANNOUNCES RACE HEADQUARTERS FOR THE UPCOMING AMA PRO SACRAMENTO MILE

Circle Bell Motorsports is pleased to announce that they have once again signed an agreement with the Red Lion Hotel Woodlake Conference Center (formerly the Woodlake) to serve as Race Headquarters for the upcoming AMA Pro Sacramento Mile, July 27th at the Cal Expo Fairgrounds.   Conveniently located at 500 Leisure Lane, just minutes from Cal Expo, the State Capitol and Old Sacramento, the Red Lion Hotel Woodlake Conference Center is offering riders and fans who make their reservations before 5pm on July 11th a special room rate of $74 for a double room, $89 for a triple room and…
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