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How About Geo's Wings Tonight

2010-03-11T09:28:00.003-06:00

It looks like we are in a for another nice day today so why not head over to Geo's this evening. The weather should be good not quite as nice as yesterday. Joy and I did get to ride some and now not only is the Katana running but also the Harley. Imagine that from yesterday morning when I had no bikes to ride till now when I have two running and I've been told my other one will be running by the end of the week. Take care I hope to see you at Geo's probably 7:30ish or so. And thanks for making us part of your biking life.

Chuck Norris Turns 70

2010-03-10T18:27:00.002-06:00

Happy Birthday Chuck Norris!
Check out some facts you may not know about Chuck.
Chuck Norris Turns 70 -- We Present a Norris Fact for Every Ass-Kicking Year

Looks Like a Great Night to Ride up to Show-Me's

2010-03-10T13:14:00.003-06:00

Why not start the bike nights at Show-Me's tonight! The temps look awesome and it is a good time to get out of the house. Hopefully I'll be able to ride there although bikes are still in shop. Maybe I'll run to the store and see if I can get a battery. See you there

Crashes Car While Driver Is Shaving

2010-03-08T21:29:00.005-06:00

You really have to be careful when riding your motorcycle because you never know what the nearby car drivers may be doing while driving.
I don't know if it is stranger that she was shaving her bikini area while driving to see her boyfriend or that her ex-husband was steering from the passenger seat.

Megan Mariah Barnes Crashes Car While Shaving Bikini Area, Police Say - AOL News

Great Days

2010-03-07T23:50:00.002-06:00

This weekend featured a could of just awesome days. However I spent the weekend delivering magazines and waiting for one of my scoots to be running. I was told one should be running by tomorrow another one by the end of the week and the third I need to find out about the battery I've ordered. I hope that all of you who could enjoyed this great weather and I look forward to seeing you on the road soon. Geo's will be starting in earnest in April but if there is a nice Thursday in March stop on out or come party with us no matter what. We have some new ideas we are going to be unveiling this year to make it more fun and of course different.

Not a Lot going On This Weekend

2010-03-05T20:59:00.002-06:00

There is nothing on the calendar event wise for this weekend but was is on the horizon is a superior weekend weather-wise. I suggest we all get on our bad motor scooters and ride to paraphrase the Red Rocker. Whatever you do have fun and thanks for making us part of your biking life.

New Uses for Harley XR1200

2010-03-04T12:05:00.005-06:00

I wonder if Harley-Davidson ever thought they would see their new bikes doing these stunts?

Seth Enslow sets a new record by jumping a Harley-Davidson motorcycle 183.7 feet.

Kain Saul does another first on a Harley in Australia.

Magazines Are In

2010-03-03T16:43:00.000-06:00

The magazines are in and I should be out kind of late tonight starting the delivery process. You should be able to find them soon at your favorite places.

Free Wings at Show-Me's

2010-03-03T09:36:00.003-06:00

Today if you go into the Show-Me's Fairview Heights, IL location and ask your waitress "How hot do you like it?" you will get 5 free wings they are also having specials on Coors as well.

Accolades on Dave Perewitz Interview

2010-03-01T21:04:00.002-06:00

The magazine has been on the web for less than a day and already accolades and kudos are being received for the Dave Perewitz interview. Another excellent contribution by John Skala.

New Issue and Saw A Lot of Friends Today

2010-02-28T19:56:00.002-06:00

I would like to thank all who came out to the Wide Open Show and stopped by our booth. It is always nice to visit with our fans. I appreciate all the nice words and thank all of you for your support. The new magazine is now available online or you can click here to read it.

Good Show

2010-02-28T00:08:00.003-06:00

This is one of the very cool bikes that are being shown at the Wide Open Bike Show this weekend. The crowds were very nice yesterday. The folks from the Full Throttle Saloon Show put on a great show and there are master bike builders are here. Not a whole lot else going on today so clip the coupon from the magazine and come with a friend.

This Weekends Events

2010-02-25T22:42:00.001-06:00

Here are a couple of events that should be fun this weekend even though I'll be at one of them if not both. The 80s Party at the Bistro Zoo is for a great cause so come out and support it if you can. Let's all try and improve the life of a child.

27th - 28th Wide Open Bike Show
at Family Arena in St Charles, MO for info call 800-792-9029

27th 80s Theme Party and Benefit
at the Broadway Bistro Zoo, this benefit is for 10 year old Chase who has a neurological disorder. It starts at 8 PM at the Bistro Zoo 5300 N Broadway and with Jessie running the evnent it promises to be a good time. Please come out and help this young man and his parents.

Patches Welcome

2010-02-25T09:48:00.002-06:00

This is just a quick reminder to all that the Wide Open Bike Show at the Family Arena in St Charles this weekend is a biker friendly event. Which means they allow all bikers the freedom to express their affiliation to any group be it the local HOG Chapter, their faith, their veteran status, or any other affiliation. We will have a booth set up there and we ask you to stop by say hi and pick up a copy of the magazine, a DVD or two. We will be having a show special on the DVDs $3 each or 2 for $5 or a t-shirt. I will also have tickets available for this years Hartbauer/McBride Progressive 50/50 raffle last years winner got over $2,000. We'll see you there.

Papillon Puppies For Sale

2010-02-21T20:36:00.003-06:00

Hi this is a little bit different use of this blog but Joy and I have two Papillon puppies out of our last litter. They just turned 8 weeks and are very cute and playful. The one whose ears are not all the way up yet is a boy and the girls ears are already standing up. The male is available for $400 and the female for $500. These dogs come with full AKC registration and while I wasn't a small dog fan before these are like real dogs only smaller they are very intelligent and make excellent pets. If you are interested or know anyone who might be point them to this blog or give them my phone number 618-531-0432.

Hot Sweet and Sticky Dance

2010-02-21T10:09:00.002-06:00

The evening was filled with more adult fun as we traveled back to Alton for the Piasa Gateway ABATE Chapters Hot Sweet and Sticky Mardi-Gras Style Dance. This is always a great time and I do not believe we miss this. In addition to staging fun events like this throughout the year what ABATE really does is fight the good fight for motorcycle rights. If you are not a member I urge you to please join and help these folks protect our freedom on the roads. Plus next time you see they are having an event like their upcoming TOP Gun Competition at Ted's Motorcycle World on April 24th, be sure and check it out.

Wild Bill's Wild Game Cook Off

2010-02-21T10:06:00.002-06:00

Here is a photo showing a small portion of the crowd that attended yesterday's Wild Game Cook Off at Ted's Motorcycle World. In addition to some great food Ted's was serving up some awesome discounts. Watch our calendar for their next event

Events This Weekend

2010-02-19T10:08:00.002-06:00

There is some fun staff happening this weekend starting tomorrow at Ted's Motorcycle World in Alton, IL it is time once again for Wild Bill's Wild Game Cookoff. There is always some wild dishes being served up here and while you are there check out all the great thing Ted's has for the upcoming riding season including the new models of the Can-Am Spyder

Also on Saturday is the Piasa Gateway ABATE Chapters Hot Sweet and Sticky Dance this is great fun and one of the events I make it to every year. It is being held at the alton Moose Lodge this year and doors open at 7:00 PM we'll see you there.

Thursday Night Means Geo's

2010-02-18T07:31:00.003-06:00

Probably not a riding night tonight but why hot come out and join your riding friends at Geo's. This is the home of the region biggest and best bike night and that will be kicking off here shortly. Make sure you come where your friends are and that is Geo's. Joy and i will be here probably around 7:30 or so.

Words to Live By

2010-02-16T19:42:00.000-06:00

Buddy Hackett said "I've had a few arguments with people, but I never carry a grudge. You know why? While you're carrying a grudge, they're out dancing."

Want to Earn Some Spare Cash

2010-02-16T11:47:00.003-06:00

The Biking Life could use a few motivated individuals to help us sell some ads. We pay a very nice commission and can use people everywhere. If you think you have the right stuff and not everyone does contact me and maybe we can help each other grow. There is a lot of demand to run with the best and you can capitalize on that.

Sorry About the Lack of Posts Lately

2010-02-16T09:17:00.003-06:00

Things are continuing at a whirlwind pace for my staffers and I but thought I'd take a minute today to give you some updates. We are currently working on the March issue which will feature some stories I am sure you will like. Also we are planning our next swap meet. This one will be in Springfield, IL on April 25, we have a great facility, vendors are already lining up to be there. This time we are also incorporating a bike show like you have asked for and the band Hush will be helping to keep you entertained. While there is snow on the ground right now and my bike is in the shop getting ready for the riding ahead, the season is not far off. Soon we will see the trailer queens heading for Daytona and then the Bike Nights will start again. i look forward to seeing you all on the open road and thank you for allowing us to be part of your biking life.

Show-Me's Tonight

2010-02-03T17:26:00.002-06:00

Joy and I are going to meet a couple of folks tonight at Show-Me's in Fairivew Heights, IL. No special deals just friends hanging out if you are not doing anything stop on by.

We are also hosting an art show in St Louis in March we are looking for folks with artistic talent to show their work. If interested call 314-221-3948

Also the date has been set for my next swap meet. It will be April 25th at the fairgrounds in Springfield, IL. Tell your friend and I hope to see you there.

Thanks for making us part of your biking life.

Huge Trade Ins

2010-02-02T23:51:00.001-06:00

I was talking to my friend Brad Sabol from Big St Charles Harley Davidson he told me right now is a great time to buy a new Harley as they are giving huge trade ins on competitors bikes. If you have gotten your tax refund back and are wondering about where to put it then I suggest you visit Brad and set yourself up with a new scoot for the 2010 riding season.

TBL Making News Again

2010-01-31T14:52:00.003-06:00

Saturday we held another very successful swap meet in Hannibal, MO. The attendance was great and there was a fantastic array of vendors. This event was so successful we were honored by it being covered by WGEM-TV for their news cast below is a link to the text version we will strive to get their video if possible. But before that I want to thank all who came those from the tri-state region as well as the many friends I saw from closer to home. Stay tuned we are already planning our next event. Who knows where it will be!!!!

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