Cyclerides.com Weekly Update
2/3/10
 
Greetings Riders,
 
It is really hard to believe that we have already burned through one month of 2010 already. Before we even know it, prime riding time will be upon us. Not too long until the yellow flowers will be blooming in the desert and the rides to Tortilla Flat and Bartlett Lake will be spectacular. I would also like to point out that the budget cuts in the State of Arizona have also hit some of the State Parks. In all, 13 State Parks will close leaving 9 parks to remain open. One in particular that is a good ride destination from the Valley is Tonto Natural Bridge. This park will be closing on June 3rd. Until then it will be on a 5 day schedule, being closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. I would recommend planning a ride up there some time before it closes. Click Here for the Cyclerides.com Day Ride Feature of Tonto Natural Bridge. Click Here for all park closings.
 
The Bike Night at Westgate City Center was extremely popular last year and will be back again this year. I would like to officially announce today that the start date of the Westgate Bike Night is going to be on Thursday, March 18th. Westgate is very excited to be hosting this event again this year and we have already had meetings for the programming of this event over the next few months. The Westgate Bike Night will run for 16 weeks and end on July 1st. Once again we will be featuring Live Bands occasionally, Motorcycle Videos, Vendors, Food and Drink Specials at the restaurants and Special Guests. Make plans to attend the first night as I am working on a music video with photos of people who attended last year to be played on the giant LED screen the first night. So mark your calendar for Thursday, March 18th and stay tuned for more information. Photos from last year. We have limited space for vendors and sponsors. If you would like to do either, please contact me at info@cyclerides.com .
 
For those of you on the East side of town, we are continuing work to bring back the Historic Downtown Chandler Bike Night. This was a very popular event last for the those in the Southeast Valley area and we would love to do it again this spring. But at this time, we are currently waiting on approval from the City to properly close the street to make this event safer and more desirable. I will keep in touch with you to let you know the progress of "if" and when that will happen. Projected start date would be mid March as well.
 
Urban bike nights, Sturgis Style, seem to be a popular concept right now. Downtown Mesa is starting a once per month event called "Motorcycles on Main" presented by Chester's Harley-Davidson. This will be a once per month bike night on Friday nights. The first one will be this Friday, February 5th from 6pm - 10pm. This bike night will feature motorcycle parking on 2 blocks of Main St. in Mesa to the East of Country Club Dr., 4 Beer Gardens with food, 4 Live Band Stages and several restaurants in the area providing dining in the area. There has been a big void in things to do on a Friday night with motorcycles. I think this will be a very fun event to look forward to on the first Friday of every month. Take a ride out to Mesa this Friday to check it out. Next month will be on Friday, March 5th. See you there!
 
This time of year the event calendar on Cyclerides.com starts to grow pretty fast. Arizona Bike Week is only a couple of months away and some of the entertainment from the dealerships has begun to be announced for the first weekend of Bike Week. Chester's Harley-Davidson Backstage Biker Bash is going to have 2 Live concerts this year at the dealership. On Friday night, April 9th, is Jackyl with opening band Road Rage. And the headliner on Saturday night, April 10th, is an old time favorite The Marshall Tucker Band, with the Cadillac Angels opening. This should be a good time. Saturday, April 10th during the day from 11am - 8pm, The Buddy Stubbs Bike Week Bash will feature Live Music with Capital Down, valley favorite EastonAshe and Harry Luge. Arizona Bike Week's entertainment calendar is set and will feature 4 bands at Cyclefest including Vince Neil, Ratt, Dierks Bentley and George Throrgood from April 14th - 18th. More information on AZ Bike Week in the next few weeks.
 
I am also personally working on a couple of other Cyclerides events that I think you will enjoy. So stay tuned to the newsletter for announcements. There will be lots of things happening over the next couple of months. If you know of a rider who is not currently taking the Cyclerides.com Weekly Update that is now being sent to over 8100 riders, please forward this to them and have them sign up at http://www.cyclerides.com/emailletter.htm. You can also receive mid week updates at the Cyclerides.com Facebook. I will be using this for cool things to do on weekends or during Bike Week. You can become a fan at the new Facebook address,  www.facebook.com/cycleridescom.
 
FYI, I have had several inquiries on the Rocky Point Rally for this Fall. The dates for the 10th Anniversary are November 4-7, 2010.
 

 
Highlights This Week!
 
 
NEW!! First Friday Night of Every Month!
February 5th this month.
Motorcycles On Main St. in Mesa Sponsored by Chester's Harley-Davidson.
Riders have been asking for something to do on a Friday night for a long time and it is finally here.
4 Beer Gardens and 4 Live Band Stages. 6-10pm. 
 
Saturday, February 6th
Pre-Valentines Day Event at Arrowhead and Chandler Harley-Davidson.
Looking for that perfect motorcycle related Valentines Day gift?
You will find huge savings including 10% Off on Boots, 15% Off Leather and 20% Off Jewelry,
PLUS 40% OFF End of Season Items.
 
Saturday, February 6th
Dyno Day at Chester's Harley-Davidson.
Have you ever wondered how much horsepower you have when you are fully loaded and
trying to pass those cars on a slow 2 lane road? It seems like never enough!
FREE Baseline Run on our Dyno and let us tell you how much Torque and Horsepower your motor is producing.
 
NEW!! Chester's Harley-Davidson "Party On The Patio". Every Saturday!
Looking for a good quick ride destination or a great place to meet up with your group for a ride?
Grab lunch before you go! Every Saturday from 11am - 2pm. Enjoy FREE BBQ Burgers and Dogs.
 
Saturday, February 6th
Pre-Valentines Day Event at Tucson Harley-Davidson.
For those in the Tucson area that are looking for that perfect motorcycle related Valentines Day gift,
You will find huge savings including 10% Off on Boots, 15% Off Leather and 20% Off Jewelry,
PLUS 40% OFF End of Season Items.

 
Bike Nights This Week
 
Thursday Night
 
The Bike Night At The Billet Bar The Billet Bar is the place to be for the Summer nights and weekends. Set on the patio and watch the action. Voted "BEST BIKER BAR IN PHOENIX" by New Times. There is no better place to watch all the Bikes ride down Scottsdale road than from The Billet Bar Patio. The Billet is ALWAYS packed with bikes Every Day. Stop by and take a look at the New Flamed Booths on the Paradise Patio. The new bars front and rear provide spacious seating, fresh air atmosphere, perfect temperature and courteous staff. The food is amazing and always the latest in cold libations await. You can sit at the back bar and watch your favorite TV on any of the seven big inch televisions. Play pool, listen to the latest music and socialize. The front patio seats over 75 people and is perfect for people watching on Scottsdale Rd. The Billet Bar is located on 3752 N. Scottsdale Rd. Check it out this Thursday night and all weekend long. Info: at 480-941-1876. Click Here for the New Billet Bar Page with pictures.
 
 
Bike Night Thursday at McDuffy's in Peoria. Ride by the best Bike Night on the West side. 
McDuffy's is one of the finest West side locations for a bike night at a single restaurant. The 12,500 Sq. Ft. McDuffy's features 2 outdoor patios, a huge dining room with booths for seating, a very large area with high tops for you to easily hang out with your friends, an upper level for lounging or to play pool, a very large bar and 100 TV's to watch your favorite sporting event. Not only that the dinner menu is very broad and McDuffy's has excellent food at a very good price. Bike Nights features a $6.99 Menu that includes Classic Burgers, Charbroiled Chicken Breast Burger, Buffalo Wings, Chicken Quesadilla, Nachos, Popcorn Chicken, Pizza and 1/2 Drink Pricing. McDuffy's is located just South of 83rd Ave. and Bell Rd. at 15814 N. 83rd Ave. 623-334-5000. Plenty of Motorcycle Parking!
 
Every Saturday
 
NEW!!
Chester's Harley-Davidson "Party On The Patio".
Looking for a good quick ride destination or a great place to meet up with your group for a ride? Grab lunch before you go! Every Saturday from 11am - 2pm head to Chester's Harley-Davidson for the "Party On The Patio".  Enjoy FREE BBQ Burgers and Dogs with all the fixins', Live Music this week with Jynx and an Outdoor Sidewalk Sale. Great Deals to be had on some inventory reduction! Park under the patio, hang out with other riders, meet new friends and DEMO a brand new Harley-Davidson. Good times to be had by all. The Party on the Patio will be happening EVERY Saturday at Chester's Harley-Davidson located at 922 S. Country Club Dr. in Mesa, AZ. 480-894-0404.
 
This Week
 
NEW!!
First Friday Night of Every Month!
February 5th this month.
Motorcycles On Main St. in Mesa Sponsored by Chester's Harley-Davidson. Riders have been asking for something to do on a Friday night for a long time and it is finally here at least once per month. Ride to downtown Mesa the first Friday of every month for the Downtown Mesa "Motorcycles On Main St." Cruise Main St. and enjoy Sturgis Style parking on the inside lanes. Park and show off your bike. The night will feature 4 Beer Gardens located throughout the 2 blocks and 4 Live Band Stages. Be sure and ride to the first one on Friday, February 5th to join in on the motorcycle fun in Downtown Mesa from 6pm - 10pm. Downtown Mesa is located Just East of Country Club Dr. on Main St. Ride in with Chester's HD. Meet at the dealership at 6pm located at 922 S. Country Club Dr. in Mesa. Ride leaves at 6:30pm and ends at the Chester's Booth on Main St. Reserved Motorcycle Parking on the Main St. See Ya There!
 
Saturday, February 6th
Pre-Valentines Day Event at Arrowhead and Chandler Harley-Davidson.
Looking for that perfect motorcycle related Valentines Day gift? Take advantage of the Arrowhead and Chandler HD Pre-Valentines Day Event! One Day Only on February 6th from 9am - 5pm. You will find huge savings including 10% Off on Boots, 15% Off Leather and 20% Off Jewelry, PLUS 40% OFF End of Season Items. And the famous TIER SALE: The more you spend the more you save. Get up to 20% off on motorclothes, parts and accessories. Enjoy a HOG Chapter Bake Sale & enter a raffle to win a dozen red roses at Chandler. Enjoy Cookies and Candy while you shop & enter to win a dozen red roses at Arrowhead. Arrowhead HD is located at 16130 N. Arrowhead Fountain Ctr. Dr. in Peoria, AZ. 623-247-5542. Chandler HD is located at 6895 W. Chandler Blvd. in Chandler, AZ. 480-496-6886.
 
Saturday, February 6th
Dyno Day at Chester's Harley-Davidson.
Have you ever wondered how much horsepower you have when you are fully loaded and trying to pass those cars on a slow 2 lane road? It seems like never enough! But now you can find out how much you have and where you need to be to get around those cars in plenty of time. Stop by Chester's HD on Saturday, February 6th for a FREE Baseline Run on our Dyno and let us tell you how much Torque and Horsepower your motor is producing. While you are there, enjoy FREE Food and Live Music at the "Party on the Patio". You can also take advantage of 10% off on Performance Parts purchased during the event with service scheduled. For the entire month of February you can get your new tires for the season with the Chester's Metzler Tire Blowout. Tires starting as low as $90.00. Stop by Chester's Harley-Davidson from 10am - 3pm on Saturday, February 6th for all of the fun. Chester's HD is located at 922 S. Country Club Dr. in Mesa, AZ. 480-894-0404.
 
Saturday, February 6th
Chief Bill Lanford Memorial Ride. Honoring our Fallen Firefighter Brother William D. “Bill” Lanford was the Chief of Buckeye Valley Fire until he was tragically killed while riding his Harley on Vulture Mine Road on February 6th 2003. Please join the many brother and sister Firefighters, Law Enforcement Officers and all of his friends and family in honoring Chief Lanford on this memorial ride. Everyone is welcome – Any Scooter, Hot Rod, or Apparatus, Ride it, Drive it, Push it, or Pull it – Just come and make this a huge, memorable event. Check-in at 8:00 A.M. – Ride Starts at 10:00 A.M. at Station 324: 25206 W. MC 85 Buckeye Az. 85326. Continental Breakfast Provided. $15.00 Single rider, $25.00 Couple. Escorted, 100 mile ride, including a stop at Bill’s roadside memorial on Vulture Mine Rd. Everyone Welcome to the After Ride Party.  If any questions please contact Jason at jjessamine@local4371.org or 480-734-3778
 
Saturday, February 6th
Pre-Valentines Day Event at Tucson Harley-Davidson.
For those in the Tucson area that are looking for that perfect motorcycle related Valentines Day gift, stop by the beautiful new Tuscon Harley-Davidson and  take advantage of the Tucson HD Pre-Valentines Day Event! One Day Only on February 6th from 9am - 5pm. You will find huge savings including 10% Off on Boots, 15% Off Leather and 20% Off Jewelry, PLUS 40% OFF End of Season Items. And the famous TIER SALE: The more you spend the more you save. Get up to 20% off on motorclothes, parts and accessories. Enjoy Cookies and Candy while you shop & enter to win a dozen red roses. Tucson HD is located at 7355 N. I-10 EB, Frontage Rd. in Tucson, AZ. Take the Ina Rd. exit to the Frontage Rd. 520-751-3380.
 
Sunday, February 7th
Super Bowl Sunday at The Legends Bar & Grill (Formerly Broker's). Stop by and watch the Super Bowl this Sunday on one of the many TV's in the Legends Bar & Grill from 1pm - 9pm. Not only will the game be on but you can party with Ms. Arizona Bike Week and The Coors Lite Girls. Food and Drink Specials include $2 Beer, $5 Wings and Sliders, $1 shots when you team scores. Prizes and Giveaways all day. Legend Bar & Grill is located at 16640 N. Scottsdale Rd. 480-348-1010. 
 
Next Week
 
Friday and Saturday, February 12th & 13th
Pre-Valentines Day Event at Sierra Vista Harley-Davidson.
Looking for that perfect motorcycle related Valentines Day gift? Take advantage of the Sierra Vista HD Pre-Valentines Day Event! Stop by Friday or Saturday, Feb 12-13 from 9am - 5pm. You will find huge savings including 10% Off on Boots, 15% Off Leather and 20% Off Jewelry, PLUS 40% OFF End of Season Items. And the famous TIER SALE: The more you spend the more you save. Get up to 20% off on motorclothes, parts and accessories. Enjoy Cookies and Candy while you shop & enter to win a dozen red roses. Sierra Vista Harley-Davidson is located at 176 W. Fry Blvd. in Sierra Vista, AZ. 520-458-9500. www.sierravistaharley.com
 
Saturday, February 13th
Benefit Event for Virgil Pyburn. Virgil Pyburn was diagnosed with an aggressive type of bone cancer-Chondrosarcoma. Radiation nor Chemo helps this type of cancer. He has since undergone major surgery to remove his pelvis, hip and part of his femur with replacement prosthetics. He has a long road ahead of him with rehabilitation and possible future surgeries. On the Agenda: Dogs for a Cause – Hot Dogs can be purchased for $10 - donation enters you into raffle. Band: Steve & Alan Classic Rock tunes. Raffle items such as a Fender guitar, skin care products, concrete staining and much more! Can buy extra raffle tickets where all proceeds go towards Virgil’s medical bills. Benefit to be held at The Hideaway in Cave Creek. Noon - 3pm.
 
Sunday, February 14th
5th Annual "Biker's Soar For Wildlife". This is the 5th year for this run and from the beginning this has been a well attended event. You might have seen my articles and photos about the Adobe Mountain Wildlife Center in the past. If not, CLICK HERE for Photos and Story.  This year the ride will end at the new Scorpion Bay Marina at Lake Pleasant and as always, will have a great lunch, rock and roll music from the 60's, 70's & 80's, raffle prizes and Indian Kenny will amuse us all with his special style of auctioneering off some special gifts. And of course you will get to see some of the animals you are riding for at the end of the ride.  Most of last year's ride route is being duplicated with a few new bends and turns.  Registration from 8am - 9:30am at Arrowhead Harley-Davidson located at 16130 Fountain Center dr. in Peoria, AZ. Ride Starts at 9:00 am (New ride route with more curves-approximately 110 miles) Single Rider: $30.00 or Rider with Passenger: $35.00. Registration Includes: T-shirt for and Ride Pin for the FIRST 300 who register. Lunch for ALL who register. If you are interested in riding, being a vendor or just want more information, please call me at, 623-587-0139 or visit the website at www.azwildlifecenter.net or send an email to Sandy at bikerssoarforwildlife@yahoo.com
 
Extras
 
New Easy to remember Facebook address. Go to www.facebook.com/cycleridescom .
Take a look at all the new photos posted on the wall. I invite you to post a picture of yourself by a sign or landmark from a trip you have taken, or a picture of you on your motorcycle. Or just share your favorite ride with 1600 other motorcycle enthusiasts. 
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.
 
This guy would have to qualify as one of the luckiest men on the planet. Simply amazing he walks away from this. Click Here to View.
 
Sometimes you just have to wonder what people were thinking before they did something stupid. Click Here to View
 
I seriously think this one has a bit of Hollywood special effects in it. Check out the guys pants, no grass stains. But still pretty funny to watch. Click Here to View.
 
Video of the Week
Jump out of a plane WITHOUT a parachute?? Even though this was calculated to work ahead of time, there was still a few things that could have gone wrong. For instance, what if they hit heads and knocks one of them out? Or can't get the belt attached. Some good drama here. Click Here to View. Click on the Video of the Week graphic on the page.
 
 
Until Next Week,
Blessings and Safe Riding To All,
 
Barry Caraway
"The Road Is Yours - Take The Ride"
www.cyclerides.com
info@cyclerides.com
 

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