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Cyclerides.com Weekly Update
11/28/12
 
Greetings Riders,
 
Well, if this isn’t Chamber of Commerce riding weather, I don’t know what is. It doesn’t get much better than mid 70’s and sunny for riding, or whatever else you might want to do. Even if you wanted to take a ride out of the Valley, it is 65 and sunny in Sedona. Time to take advantage of why we live here.
 
The really good news about the weather is that this Saturday for the Cyclerides.com Toys to Kids event, it is going to be 75 and Sunny for the day, and only 52 at night. So that means by the time everyone gets on the road to the event, it will be awesome riding weather. After the last couple of years with rain challenges, this is a welcomed forecast.
 
As most of you know, this Saturday, December 1st is the Cyclerides.com Toys to Kids Event. This one is pretty special to me as it is a milestone 10th year in a row that we have done this event. It seems every year, I say it is going to be the last year I do this event, and then the teachers tell me that this is the one event that these kids look forward to every year, then my heart melts and soon after I start planning for the next year. Not only do the kids look forward to it, but the riders have just as much fun watching the kids have their one day that everything is alright in their world for at least a couple of hours, and all the attention is on them. This is one event where you are surrounded by the innocence of 120 children where you are partly responsible for making it a better day for them. It is truly a wonderful day that I love, and look forward to being a part of. I hope you will too.
 
The Cyclerides.com Toys to Kids event will once again be held at Westgate City Center in the water plaza area where we will bus in 120 underprivileged and homeless kids from the Children First Academy from downtown Phoenix. We will entertain them, feed them and then they will each get to pick 3 gifts from the stack of toys that you bring to take home with them. One of the toys that they pick is for them to give away to another child that could not come. There is no cost for this event. All we ask is that you bring at least one toy or game per person for ages K-5.
 
I have moved the exact location of the Toy Event to the water plaza area between the Yardhouse and the Theater, where Westgate has just put up a giant Christmas tree. This will be much better ambiance and more comfortable for the kids who will have brand new fake grass to sit on and a great viewing experience for the riders who will be bringing gifts and attending the show. Click Here for pictures of the area.
 
To make this an extra special day for everyone, I have brought in Tim and Willy to open the show this year. You might recall when they were on KMLE radio here in Phoenix, they had a segment where whatever the topic of the day was, they would “write a song about it”. So this year, they are going to write a song about the Cyclerides.com Toys to Kids event. Can’t wait to hear this one.
 
The second part of our show is the world class entertainer/juggler/magician Craig Davis. We are setting up a giant stage for Craig to perform on. Craig is an outstanding Vegas style performer that will be performing tricks that you will not want to miss. Craig was a huge hit for the adults as well as the kids last year. He is a professional magician that normally charges over $2000 per show at private parties and corporate events. He combines the art of illusion, comedy and the spectacle of the circus that is amazingly entertaining. Craig specializes in Original and Unbelievable Grand Magic Illusions, Side-Splitting Comedy, Audience Participation, Trained Tropical Birds, Amazing Juggling and features Original, Exciting Music.  He will also be there early to perform tricks throughout the crowd.
 
And last but not least, Westgate has installed snow machines that will be turned on at the completion of the show. The kids will really get a kick out of this. I was at the tree lighting at Westgate last night with 2000 other people and watched as the crowd really enjoyed it. Bring the whole family to enjoy this event on Saturday, December 1st to make sure that we have enough toys for these kids so that they can each pick any 3 toys out of the stack to take home with them and to share one with a sibling or friend.
 
A $9.99 breakfast buffet at Saddle Ranch starts at 9AM for those early birds. The kids will be arriving at 10 AM and the show starting at 10:45 AM. All we ask is that you bring at least one toy per person for ages 6-12 years old. See our video from a couple of years ago. This sums it all up.
 
Please join Mrs. C. and I on Saturday, December 1st to help us put smiles on the faces of over 100 kids who usually have trouble finding a good reason to smile. I guarantee it will also put a smile on your face to be a part of this very special event. Come on motorcycles, cars, trucks or whatever. Bring the whole family. See you there. Details below. See Flyer.
 

Tidbits:
A lot of you might have heard about the video of the song “Gangman Style” that has set a You Tube record with over 800,000,000 million views. Even at my age, it appears that I still have a few good moves left in me. Check out my version of “Gangman Style” courtesy of Jib Jab. This is funny stuff! Click Here to View.
 

This Week
 
Saturday, December 1st Save The Date! Saturday, December 1st.
The Cyclerides.com Toys to Kids event will once again be held at Westgate City Center in the fountain plaza area where we will bus in 120 underprivileged and homeless kids from the Children First Academy from downtown Phoenix. We will entertain them, feed them and then they will each get to pick 3 gifts from the stack of toys that you bring to take home with them. One of the toys that they pick is for them to give away to another child that could not come. There is no cost for this event. All we ask is that you bring at least one toy or game per person for ages K-5.
 
Special Guests! This year is going to be especially fun as we have Tim & Willy stopping by to open the show with a couple of songs. You might remember them from KMLE Radio. Willy is even going to “Write a song about it”. Also, once again we have Craig Davis for entertainment. Craig was a huge hit for the adults as well as the kids last year. He is a world class magician that normally charges over $2000 per show at private parties and corporate events. He combines the art of illusion, comedy and the spectacle of the circus that is amazingly entertaining. Craig specializes in Original and Unbelievable Grand Magic Illusions, Side-Splitting Comedy, Audience Participation, Trained Tropical Birds, Amazing Juggling and features Original, Exciting Music. This is always a special event and should be especially entertaining this year. Bring the whole family. Craig will start his performance at 10:45 AM. So be sure to be there. Check out a video on his web site. Click Here.
 
Cyclerides.com Toys To Kids.
Itinerary of the Day:
The morning will begin at 9 AM at Westgate City Center with Christmas music spun by Big D’s Mobile DJ’s.
Saddle Ranch will have available an all inclusive $9.99 per person breakfast buffet beginning at 9 am. The kids will be arriving at 10:15 am and all will enjoy some street entertainment as a warm up for the big show. At 10:45 am the Toys to Kids will begin with Tim and Willy open the show with a couple of songs for the crowd and then present the song “they wrote about it”. After that sit back and enjoy some amazing comedy, magic and juggling from Craig Davis. Bring the whole family to enjoy this great event. This is usually the best day of the year for these kids and they love to see the riders and bikes. Westgate City Center is located at Loop 101 and West Glendale Ave. in Glendale. At approximately 11:45 AM the kids will then be able to pick out their gifts from the stack and then eat lunch provided by Saddle Ranch.
 
Saturday, December 1st
1st Annual Harley-Davidson of Scottsdale Winter Classic Car & Bike Show.
That's right, Harley-Davidson of Scottsdale is hosting our first car & bike show on Saturday, December 1st from 10am-4pm! Join us for music, food, prizes, and plenty of cars & bikes to drool over. All food donations will go to the Hogz United Charities. We've got 100+ spots available. Click Here to register today! Trophies will be awarded for People's Choice and Best of Show. NO ENTRY FEE. The classes are as follows:
CARS BIKES
-American classic -Bagger - Enduro
-Classic import -Sport -Hyper sport
-Import modern muscle -Cruiser -Heavy cruiser
 
Sunday, December 2nd
Andrea’s Closet Poker Run. FREE Registration for our Poker Run Benefit Ride for Andrea's Closet is from 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM at Squid Ink Sushi Bar, 9947 W. Happy Valley Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85383. 623-561-7747. Upon completion of the release of liability form each registered rider and passenger will receive a free ticket for our special event drawing. Additional Special Event Drawing Tickets will be available for $5 each. Poker score cards will be available for $5 each. Highest Poker Hand Wins a $250 Gift Card for Harley-Davidson of Scottsdale and an additional 15% off Discount Card good for 30 days! Please invite friends & family to drive to the destination to participate in the raffle & auction with rest of us if you cannot get a ride. Greasewood Flat is a family friendly atmosphere so all are welcome. www.andreascloset.org. See flyer for complete details.
 
Sunday, December 2nd
11TH Annual John Shadron Memorial Horseshoe Tournament And Motorcycle Show. Sunday, December 2nd, 2012 at the Eagles Lodge. 3600 West Rose Garden Lane, Glendale Az. 85308. Registration begins at 8:00am for all events. $25.00 per player or bike show entry. Package includes T-shirt, lunch and raffle ticket. Free Admission to Live Music, Food and Good Fun! Tilted Kilt Raffle Girls and Silent Auction. All raffle prize donations are welcomed and are greatly appreciated. All proceeds go to UPFFES Charities and stay in our community. Our most notable charities are Arizona Burn Camp, Child Crisis Center, and our College Scholarship Program.
 
Next Week
 
Friday, December 7th
Chester’s Rock N’ Roll Christmas. If you like Journey you will not want to miss this night. DSB rocks out with all of your Journey favorites. Come find out why DSB is the #1 tribute band in the country. Gates open at 5pm and DSB takes the stage at 9pm. Food and Adult beverages will be available. Dec 7th, 5-11pm at your Lifestyle Destination, Chester's Harley-Davidson. $10.00 donation or a toy, lets bring a smile to a child’s face at Pappas Kids Schoolhouse Foundation. Come into Chester’s to buy your tickets while they last! Chester’s HD is located at 922 S. Country Club Dr. in Mesa, AZ. 480-894-0404.
 
Saturday, December 8th
Operation Toy Ride. Operation Toy Ride is a charity motorcycle ride to benefit Military Assistance Mission, a non-profit organization that helps local needy active military families. Along with your tax-deductible ride fee, riders are asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy as a donation to these deserving families. The ride is a family oriented, non-competitive atmosphere with great food and live entertainment featured at the rendezvous point: The Hideaway Grill in Cave Creek, Arizona. This is not a guided tour; please ride at your own pace. Registration: 10:00 am – 12:00 noon at Schumacher European, Ltd. 18530 North Scottsdale Road, Phoenix, AZ 85054. (West side of Scottsdale Road, just South of the Loop 101). Last Kickstands Up: Noon. Choose your favorite scenic route: Enjoy your favorite route or explore a new ride. However you choose to get there, make sure to meet up with the rest of the riders at 2:00 for the wrap up party and fun, food and festivities! One rider: $20 plus a new, unwrapped toy donation—includes one XL Operation Toy Ride T-shirt and a ticket for a hamburger from The Hideaway Grill (redeemable on day of event only) for the first 200 registrants. Two riders: $30 plus a new, unwrapped toy donation—includes two XL Operation Toy Ride T-shirts and two tickets for hamburgers from The Hideaway Grill, (redeemable on day of event only) for the first 200 registrants.
 
Sunday, December 9th
Arizona Confederation of Motorcycle Clubs Toy Run. All donations are going to Andrea’s Closet. Bring new unused toys, any donation given and you will receive a bracelet for entry into the Road Runner for free. Run Starts at 8 AM. Phoenix Walmart Supercenter Store 2512, 1825 W. Bell Rd. (S.E. corner of 19th Ave & Bell) Phoenix, AZ. Plenty of restaurants to eat breakfast in the area 11 AM parade ride out to the Road Runner Saloon.
 
Tuesday, December 11th
Bike Night at Hooters Mesa. Ride in to Hooters of Mesa the 2nd Tuesday of Every Month for Bike Night. You will be greeted by the Hooter’s Girls and some of the best wings in the West. Bike night from 6-9 PM. Motorcycle parking and ALL bikes welcome. Raffles. Hooters Mesa is located at Alma School Rd. South of US 60. 480-839-4767.
 
Extras

Mid Week Updates will be made on the Cyclerides.com Facebook. New Easy to remember Facebook address. Go to Cyclerides.com Facebook. Over 4000 FANS! Take a look at all the new photos posted on the wall. If you are not on Facebook, you can still view the page, but you will not be able to post. There will be a link there for you to sign up for Facebook if you are inclined. Click the LIKE button!

Check out my version of “Gangman Style” courtesy of Jib Jab. This is funny stuff! Click Here to View.

Ever had a stressful day where just the littlest thing would set you off. This guy definitely had one. Click Here to View.

Video of the Week. This guy from Poland is by far the best trick motorcycle rider I have ever seen. Check this out! 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"
www.cyclerides.com

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