Cyclerides.com
Weekly Update
3/16/11
Greetings Riders,
Well, the last couple of weeks have
been absolutely Chamber of Commerce type weather for us in the Phoenix area.
It is no wonder why the streets and freeways are clogged with out
of state plates when the middle of March offers up high temps in the 80's. And
for motorcycle riders, it doesn't get much better than this. Hopefully you have
been able to take advantage of it. The bike is now my first choice for
transportation due to the weather and the price of gas. The savings are now
significant on a trip across town.
So as I sit here looking at the
calendar trying to map out the next 18 days through Bikeweek, things are going to be very busy for me for the next couple of weeks. Not
only is there the web site to keep updated, the newsletter to write,
preparations for Bikeweek activities, having a booth at Westworld this
year and meetings to help organize the Arizona Centennial Ride, there
is also the daily business for my Hat
Saver product.
The finishing touches are now being
put on the first night of the Cyclerides.com
Westgate Bike Night which starts on Thursday, March 31st. Not
only that, I am also just finishing preparations to begin a very large bike
night in the East valley starting on Friday, April 8th that will be
announcing hopefully this weekend on the Cyclerides.com
Facebook and certainly in the newsletter next
week. It is all good, just a lot of concentration of activity at the same time,
but happy to have the work.
So, needless to say, there is a lot
going on over the next couple of weeks that will be a good time for all, but will have me going a few different directions at the same time. I
am excited about Bikeweek this year and look forward to seeing all of you
around town and hopefully putting on some miles.
As I mentioned above, we are ready to
start up the Cyclerides.com
Westgate Bike Night again for this Spring which will run for 14 weeks on
Thursday nights, March 31st - June 30th, 5pm - 9pm. We had such a
good Fall season with the bike night that we are really excited make this
session even more fun this year. Thanks once again to Westgate City Center for
opening their beautiful facility to a night that is all about motorcycles, no
matter what kind you ride.
The first night will be a tribute to
the fallen and injured riders of the horrible motorcycle accident on Carefree
highway that happened almost exactly one year ago. Ernie Lizarraga, the Phoenix Fire Captain who was in extremely serious condition after the
accident, clinging to life and in a coma for a month has been in
intense rehabilitation ever since. I am happy to announce that Ernie will
be at this first night on March 31st and is anxious to address the crowd from
the stage to give us an update on his past year.
Ernie will be escorted in by
Firefighters on motorcycles. His dream and personal goal is to ride
again as soon as he can. I don't know, but if he feels up to it, he might
even come in on 2 wheels on this night. We will have to wait and see.
Regardless how he gets there, we are all excited to see him in person after all
these months and hear what his journey has been over the last year since the
accident. I will tell you this, you will find him to be an inspiration as he
shares with you his road to recovery, his outlook on life and his feelings from
the past. If you would like to show your support to Ernie, the other victims,
and to the families of those who passed away on that unforgettable day, we
will have Ernie on stage at 7:15pm on Thursday, March 31st at Westgate City
Center located at on the SE Corner of Loop 101 and Glendale Ave. in
Glendale.
There will also be a Live Band,
Vendors, Food and Drink specials and LOTS of motorcycles. I look
forward to getting the bike night kicked off again and enjoying this great
evening riding weather we are about to have. Keep checking the Cyclerides.com Westgate Bike Night Page for weekly updates for programming and photos each
week.
I thank you for bearing with me over
these next couple of weeks. I will bring you as much information as
I can through the newsletter and also through the Cyclerides.com Facebook page
as I update it from different events around the valley and at Westworld during
Cyclefest. Even if you do not have a Facebook account, you can still bookmark
www.facebook.com/cycleridescom
and view all that I will be posting. If you are on Facebook, Click "Like" to
follow our posts. You can also follow us on Twitter as
Cyclerides.
The Arizona Bikeweek page is updated for you
to choose the events that you would like to go to. There is so much
to do that it is impossible to list all of it here, A couple of weeks ago I
highlighted some of the major events happening during these 10 days. Click Here to View.
As I mentioned a couple of weeks ago,
Arizona Bikeweek has chosen me as their "Arizona Bikeweek Hero"
award recipient for 2011. I'm not really comfortable with this kind
of recognition, as I am happy just remaining under the radar and do
what I do, but I am honored that they would think of me as having a
positive impact on the motorcycle industry in Arizona over the last several
years. The award will be given at 8pm on Wednesday, March 30th at
Westworld in the Handlebar Saloon following the Miss Arizona Bikeweek
competition. I would be honored to have all of those who could attend share this
with me. If you are in the area, we will be riding from the Hideaway to
Westworld at 6pm that day.
If you missed the newsletter last
week about "Group Riding Etiquette 101", you will probably want to
read it and share it with your riding groups. Click Here to
Read.
Bike
Nights
Every Thursday Night
It’s Biker Bull Night at Western Trails
Ranch! Come on out to the Ranch and
watch the bikers ride the bulls. This is a live bull show and Thursday’s are amateur night,
starts at 7:00pm every Thursday. Bull riding is billed as the most
exciting sport on the planet and that ain’t no lie. We have audience games
during the intermission with prizes, Happy Hour all night! Or ride the
Mechanical Bull $2.00 a ride. Buzzard’s Saloon and the Ice House will be open,
so come early and have dinner in our steakhouse. Check out our website at
www.westerntrailsranch.com. $5.00 admission at the gate; pays for the bull stock
production company, which is K4 Bucking Bulls Luke & Gina Kraut. It’s
just a good time – don’t miss the excitement. Western Trails Ranch is located at
37823 NW Grand Avenue Mile Marker 123.5 FROM SURPRISE Morristown AZ
85342.
Saturday and
Sunday,
March 18th and
19th
Arrowhead Harley-Davidson Demo Rides. This
is your chance to ride the brand new 2011 Harley-Davidson of your
choice. The
Harley-Davidson factory demo truck will be at Arrowhead
Harley-Davidson from 9am - 4pm on March 18th and 19th to let you
experience the ride you have been dreaming about. It is always fun to see how
the bike that you don't have would ride. There will be Food, Music, Vendors and
Prizes! Must have a valid motorcycle license and be at least 21 years of age.
Don't have a motorcycle license yet? Ask our sales associates about the Jump
Start Rider Experience going on March 18th and 20th only. Arrowhead HD is located at 16130 N. Arrowhead
Ftns Ctr Dr. in Peoria, AZ. 623-247-5542.
Arizona Burn Center Chili Cook Off, a CASI sanctioned event
is also being held on March 19th at Arrowhead HD. Benefits the Arizona
Burn Center. $5 donation for tasting all day long. People's Choice Chili
starting at 11am. CASI Competition Red Chili turn in at 2pm. For chili
information contact Jerry Lee at 623-388-9745.
Saturday, March 19th
Buddy
Stubbs Anthem Harley-Davidson Hogs & Dogs. Looking for a short ride
out of town and a good time when you get there?
Gear Up for Bike
Week! Ride out to Buddy Stubbs Anthem dealership and Enjoy some Live Music while
having some FREE Food and Drinks. This is always a good time. Event time 11am -
3pm. Buy 2 Get 1 Free. Purchase 2 Buddy Stubbs 2011 Bike Bash Sportster Raffle
Tickets and receive 1 Free. Limit 1 free ticket per customer. Buddy Stubbs
Anthem HD is located just 14 miles N. of Loop 101 off of I-17 exit 229. Take a
ride out for some Free Food & Drink and take a look at this beautiful
dealership located at 41715 N. 41st Dr. in Anthem, AZ.
623-465-1122.
Saturday, March 19th
2nd Annual
Farkle Dice Run. Hosted by the MMA Eagle District.
Meet at the
Glenfair Bowling Lanes located at 6110 N. 59th Ave. Northwest side of 59th &
Bethany Home Rd. 623-937-9225. $15 for couples/$10 for singles. Sign in 11am -
Noon. 4 stops around the Southwest valley. Everyone is welcome. FMI: Call Mojo
at 623-435-0727.
Saturday, March 19th
STOP Rock N'
Roll. Welcome to Volume 1 of the Phoenix Firefighters Stop!!!...Rock and
Roll!
Saturday, March 19th, the United Phoenix Firefighters present
a day of music and fun to the Phoenix community. This concert will feature music
from a ton of local bands and will feature the Gin Blossoms as the main
headliner. This concert is a fundraiser for the United Phoenix Firefighters who
support various community programs. This event will take place at Steele Indian
School Park at 3rd St. & Indian School Rd. in Phoenix, Arizona. The gates
open at 10am and the music will go all day long. Event take place at Steel
Indian School Park 300 E. Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85012. General Admission
tickets are $20 in advance. Order online at http://stoprockandroll.com/Ticket_Info.html
Saturday, March 19th
Spring
Fling 2011. Helping Vets in Need
presented by the Vietnam Vets
Legacy Vets Chapter "0". Take a ride to Mayer, AZ and enjoy Food, Vendors,
Raffle, and Music. $5 entry fee. All takes place at Smokin' Harleys Bar and
Steakhouse. 10484 Hwy 69 in Mayer next to Grand Canyon Harley-Davidson.
Next
Week
SAVE
THE DATE!
March 25th - April
3rd.
Arizona Bike Week 2011. Arizona Bike Week is only 9
days away. The dates this year are March 30th - April 3rd for Cyclefest at
Westworld in Scottsdale. Musical acts this year include Skid Row, Warrant, Heart
and Buckcherry. Pre-Rally Days start Friday March 25th with the Chester's
Harley-Davidson Backstage Biker Bash featuring Gretchen Wilson and the Herndon
Brothers in concert. There are lots of RV and tent camping options available.
The Arizona
Bikeweek web site has a lot of great information of activities and
events. Go to www.arizonabikeweek.com
for tickets and more
information.
Friday, March 25th
Chester's
Harley-Davidson BackStage Biker Bash 5. The Bash is Back and it is bigger
than ever! Join Chester's Harley-Davidson for what has become a huge Friday
night part to kick off Arizona Bikeweek. This year the
Headliner for the BackStage Biker Bash is Nashville recording
artist, country party girl and Redneck Woman "Gretchen Wilson" in
concert. Opening for Gretchen Wilson will be the Herndon Brothers.
Gates open at 4pm.
Gretchen will take the stage at 8pm.
Join us at our seven acre event center for a night of great
music, food, drinks and fun! See Paul Yaffe’s Arizona Centennial Copper
Chopper on display. Only $20 admission. Don’t miss the opening night party
everyone will be talking about the rest of Arizona Bike Week! Chester’s
Harley-Davidson is located at 922 S. Country Club Drive in
Mesa. 480-894-0404.
Friday, March 25th
14th
Annual Hacienda Harley-Davidson Kickstart Party. “The Party only Rick can
throw!! Event time from 5-11pm. New for this year in addition to the three
bands,
The Ultimate Van Halen Tribute Band, BS - Brian Scott era
AC/DC Tribute, and our very own KDKB Sludge’s Build a Band, Vendors, Beer Garden
and Food, We are attempting to Break the World Record of the Largest
Simultaneous Burn-out. Must be able to do a burn-out for three seconds
within a 10 second window. Record is currently held by Smokey Mountain HD in
Tennessee with 213 bikes. We are looking for 250 riders who can do a
three second burnout. Top Prize- Tires for Life. We are asking
participants to come in to the store to get their spot by Friday March 25th. At
6:15pm be a part of history and set a new certified GUINNESS WORLD RECORD
simultaneous 3 second burn-out. Those who wish to pop their tire will be grouped
together. We will have an adjudicator from Guinness Book of World Records on
hand to verify the record break.
Cost: FREE admission
includes Vendor Village and Burn-Out Contest.
$10 VIP (includes
access to Concert and Beer Garden, cash bar & food)
ALL bikes are welcome. Great Rock & Roll, World Records,
Giveaways, Vendors, Good Food, and a Full Bar guarantee a Great Time! Benefiting
the Colter & Associates Foundation, 15600 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale, AZ
85260. Info at: Hacienda H-D, 480-905-1903
March 25th - April 3rd
The Hideaway
Events during Arizona Bikeweek. The Hideaway has a full slate of events
every day during Bikeweek including the Arizona Builder's Bash,
Paul Yaffe's "Bagger Nation Day" and Cave Creek Day among many other events.
CLICK HERE to see the daily event
schedule.
Mark and The Hideaway will also be escorting Barry to
Westworld to receive his "Arizona Bikeweek Hero" award on Wednesday,
March 30th. We will be leaving the Hideaway at 6 pm for Westworld. Hope to
see you all there.
Saturday, March 26th
Buddy Stubbs
7th Annual Bike Week Bash. This HUGE Buddy Stubbs party hosted over 10,000
people last year who came and enjoyed a great party! 2011
will be even bigger!! Admission is always FREE. Located at Buddy Stubbs Arizona
Harley-Davidson with partial proceeds benefiting Phoenix Harley Owners Group
Charities, Inc. Featuring 2 Acre Miller Lite Beer
Garden, Patron Margaritas - Pyrat Rum - Great Food - BIKINI
CONTEST - Even more Vendor Displays - LIVE MUSIC with the Chris Parker
Project and Whiskey Six - Museum Tours. Ample parking. FREE Shuttle
Service. AND back by popular demand, one lucky person in attendance will WIN A
HARLEY-DAVIDSON® SPORTSTER® 1200. Given away live on-stage! Only 2000
tickets to be sold. One lucky rider spent $10 and walked away with a
$10,000 Harley-Davidson last year. Get your raffle ticket now at Buddy Stubbs HD.
Put this party on your list of
"Can't Miss" events! 11am - 8pm.
Events of the day
include:
11am: Event Opens to Public
11-1 Pete
& the Shortcummings
1:30-3:30 Chris Parker Project
3:45-4:30 Bikini
Contest
5:00-7:00 - Whiskey 6
7:00 Raffle Begins
8:00 Bike Bash 2011
Ends
Museum Tours: Noon, 1pm, 2pm, 5pm.
Buddy Stubbs is located at 13850 N Cave
Creek Road. Info: 602-971-3400.
Saturday and Sunday
March 26th and 27th
COME OUT TO CAVE CREEK TO VISIT THE
BIKER FRIENDLY CAVE CREEK SMOKEHOUSE & POUR HOUSE PATIO!
With plenty of bike parking, it is the newest restaurant in Cave
Creek. We offer a wonderful variety of cuisine such as
BBQ Ribs, Burgers, Brisket Lasagna, a lot of different appetizers and
sandwiches, as well as a great salad bar in the Smokehouse.
The Pour House Patio is a fun outdoor bar where you can enjoy a beer
with a burger and the great Arizona weather with Happy Hour 11-6
weekdays. On weekends there is live music Friday nights 7-11, Saturdays
from 3-6 with Kyle and then again 7-11, and Nascar fun on Sundays. There
is free Texas Hold 'Em on Mondays, a Live Auction on Tuesdays, Open Mic on
Wednesdays, Live Trivia on Thursdays. Everything starts at 7pm. Great
food, a Great staff and Biker Friendly, what else do you need?
Join
the gang at the Smokehouse, located right in Frontier Town, for a
$5.00 Burger & a Beer during all of bike week! We also plan to
have vendors on the Patio and lots of extra Motorcycle Parking down Linda
Lane. Make sure to make us a stop in your visit up to Cave Creek
anytime! Cave Creek Smokehouse & Pour House Patio located at 6245 E Cave
Creek Rd. in Cave Creek. (The old Satisfied Frog) 480-488-3317
www.cavecreeksmokehouse.com. For more info:
ccsmokehouse@cox.net
Saturday, March 26th
Chandler Harley-Davidson BIKE NIGHT at Dos Gringos in
Tempe. It is that time of year to start getting in
some Arizona style evening riding. Chandler Harley-Davidson
is hosting a bike night at Dos Gringos located at 8000 S. Priest Dr. in Tempe,
AZ. Meet at Chandler HD at 6pm located at 6895 W. Chandler Blvd. in Chandler for
the ride over to Dos Gringos. Win prizes from Chandler Harley-Davidson and Dos
Gringos. $1 Happy Shots, $2.50 Coronas, $3 Gringoritas and Well Drinks. $2
Tacos. Ride by and enjoy a Saturday night with your riding pals. Bike night is
from 6pm - 9pm.
Jen Hoffman Memorial
Poker Run. Jen Hoffmann Memorial Poker Run proceeds to benefit Susan G Komen
3 Day for the Cure. Registration 8:00-10:00 on March 26th at Chuy's
Mesquite Broiler at McKellips & Gilbert in Mesa. Run takes you on a
beautiful ride through the Arizona desert. Bush Hwy to Fountain Hills and back
to Chuy's for lunch. Double $35, single $25. Prizes for Best and Worst Hands,
Raffles, 50/50 & more. RSVP at jhmemorialride@yahoo.com so we will know how much
food we'll need. Just email how many will attend.
8th Annual Power
to Cure Huntington's Disease Poker Run. Join us for a scenic day ride and
poker run through Usery Pass,
Fountain Hills and North Scottsdale
for a 100 mile ride. At 10 am Saturday, March 26th, riders will depart from
Hacienda Harley-Davidson, 15600 N. Hayden Rd. in Scottsdale. A free BBQ lunch
will be provided at the end back at Hacienda Harley where there will be
more fun activities and awards. Enjoy a beautiful ride and free lunch while
helping those with Adult Onset Huntington's Disease and Juvenile HD in Arizona.
$25 Single and $35 two up. More information email: Sandra_Petraitis@q.com .
1st
Annual Lost Dutchman State Park Observation Run. Be sure to save the
date for a great cause.
The Lost Dutchman State Park has been
affected by the budget crisis in Arizona. This park could be closed due to
budget restraints. With your help we'll be able to keep this park open for all
to enjoy. All proceeds from this ride benefit the Lost Dutchman State Park.
Everyone Welcome! Bikes, Bicycles, Cars, RV's. We don't care what you ride we
just want you to ride. Exhibitors - Music - Food! Registration 8-10 am at
Superstition Harley-Davidson located at 2910 W. Apache Trail. $15 per person.
Whether you are taking the ride or just want to Party at the Park!
Saturday, March 26th
American
Legion Riders Post 29 5th Annual Legacy Scholarship Rally. All proceeds to
the American Legion Legacy Scholarship Fund which supports children of fallen
military heroes.
Registration $20 per bike and $10 per passenger
- includes end of ride lunch. Breakfast will be
available. Raffles and music at end of ride. Registration from 8:00
a.m. - 10:00 a.m. First bike out at 9:00 a.m - Last bike in at 2:00
p.m. Best hand $250.00 - Worst hand $100.00. American Legion Post 29
is located on 57th Drive between Grand Ave.and Glendale Ave, 6822 N. 57th
Drive. If you need additional information please call Vern at 602-978-3930
or e-mail at booth3947@q.com
Saturday, March 26th
Celebrate
with ABATE. Southern Arizona Chapter of ABATE of Arizona .
This is our fourth annual poker run. The run starts at The Kettle
Restaurant, 748 W Starr Pass Blvd (22nd st west of I-10), Tucson AZ.
Check in 9:00 am with last bike out at 10 am. Ride ends at La Gitana
Cantina in scenic Arivaca. High and Low poker hands awarded at 1:30
pm. $15 includes scenic ride map and lunch. The free poker run is an
all new route and stops. Raffles, 50/50 tickets and ABATE merchandise
available. Can’t make the run, come to the after party in Arivaca.
All bikes and riders are welcome. FMI Ron Kool ronabate@yahoo.com 520-203-2323
Sunday, March 27th
Kensi's
Ride. Kensi is a sweet 10 year old girl who has spent the last year battling
Wilm's cancer.
Kensi was diagnosed February 2010 and has been in
and out of hospitals all year. Kensi won the fight against Wilm's on her kidney,
but recently found out that the cancer has spread to both of her lungs. Kensi's
ride is to raise money to help her family pay medical bills. Missy, Kensi's Mom
is a teacher and a single parent of two. Please help raise money by
participating in Kensi's Ride. Registration is 9-11am at Chandler Custom Cycles
located at 2775 N. Arizona Ave. Suite #8 in Chandler. $15 per person includes
lunch. Ends at San Tan Flats at 6185 W. Hunt Hwy. in Queen Creek, AZ. See
Flyer for donation details.
Sunday, March 27th
Born 2 B Wild -
Liberty Wildlife's 4th Annual Run. Sign Up at Logan's Valley Motorcycles
located at 1440 W. Main St., Mesa, Az. Final Stop: Cody's of
Cavecreek at 6032 E. Cave Creek rd., Cave Creek AZ. Ride 9am-11am. Last bike out
at 11am. Last Bike in 3pm for raffle, winnings, music ,auction and
food. $25.00 per person, $40.00 per couple. Entry Fee Includes:
Donuts, coffee in the am , 1 raffle ticket 1 door prize ticket , lunch at
Cody's, live music, and some great surprises First 150
PRE-registered riders receive Born 2B Wild event shirt and bag. Live Music By
Arizona Blue Project Food, Raffle, 50/50, Auction And More.
Sunday, March 27th
3rd Annual
Helping Hands for Single Moms Ride for Success! HOT 97.5 has joined forces
with Helping Hands for Single Moms
for the 3rd Annual Ride for
Success hosted by Nina D! It all happens on Sunday, March 27th. Sign in
from 8 AM - 9:15am at ASU West located at 4701 W. Thunderbird in
Glendale. $20 per bike. We’re raising funds to help Arizona’s single moms get a
college education, gain financial independence and provide a better future for
themselves and their kids!special appearances from the Phoenix Suns Gorilla and
ASU’s Sparky! The ROLLIN' KNIGHTS motorcycle club is "Takin' it to the Streets"
starting with a (loud) send-off from the ASU west campus!
Special Ongoing
Event
February 1st - April
30th
Looking for a new bike, have a little
extra time on your hands and know a lot of people? Chester's HD is giving you
the opportunity to win a 2011 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Ultra for a little
effort on your part. Giveaway program starts February 1, 2011, and
ends April 30, 2011. Just
bring someone you know into Chester's Harley-Davidson to buy a new bike.
You must accompany buyer to the dealership and
have proof of purchase signed off by the General Manager. Buyer must agree to Chester's Harley-Davidson's terms of
sale and cannot already have a deal pending at Chester's. Validity of
referral is at the sole discretion of the General Manager and could be denied.
The person who brings in the most new bike
sales wins a 2011 Harley-Davidson Road Glide® Ultra. Referrals must be contracted and take delivery of a new
Harley-Davidson motorcycle at Chester's Harley-Davidson by April 30, 2011.
Winner must refer a minimum of three sales to qualify. There will be no
ties. In the event that 2 or more persons bring in the highest amount of
qualifying buyers, the winner will be the person that reaches the minimum of
three sales first. Winner is responsible for all applicable sales tax, license
and doc fees. Click Here for
details.
Extras
Mid Week Updates will be made on the
Cyclerides.com Facebook. New
Easy to remember Facebook address. Go to Cyclerides.com Facebook. Over 2800 FANS! Take a look at all the new photos posted on the
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I have no idea why watching ships being
launched after repair is so interesting, but it is.
Click Here to View.
Have you ever wondered the proper way to blow a turkey call?
This woman seems to have some experience at it. Click Here to View.
Video of the Week: This best man found a unique way to make the
highlight reel at a wedding. Wow! Click
Here to View. Click
on the Video of the Week graphic on the page.
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Until Next Week,
Blessings
and Safe Riding To All,
Barry Caraway
"The Road Is Yours - Take
The Ride"
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