AMA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP

I went to the AMA Superbike races today. It was right in my backyard at Larry H Miller Sportpark. Boy was it exciting. I think I actually had a better time there than I did at Laughlin. All the major brands were there (Except Harley) and it was quite the rally. It was nice to see a variety. I have never been to a bike race before and it was amazing to see in person. Tons of bikers came from all around. I saw plates from Idaho, New Mexico, Colorado, Washington and quite a few from Alberta, B.C. It was mainly sport bikes but I did see 1 Nomad. They had a couple races today but I guess the big day is tomorrow. I heard 120 countires are represnted so I'm sure it will be televised.

I talked quite a bit with a nice guy I met from Seattle. He rode his Gold Wing down and he told me about a group he belongs to called "Motorcycle Travel Network" there website is www.motorcycle-travel.net He said there are membership fees but when you travel around you stay with other members rather than in Hotels and you pay the Host 15 bucks a night. He was staying with a family in Salt Lake and he said he's been all over the US and has only met the most genuine people. Just thought I'd share in case anyone is interested. I've never met Trip in person but this guy was real nice, easy to talk to and reminded me of What Trip would be like in person.

I also picked up a couple of dish things that go under your kickstand if you park on soft ground or hot pavement. I'll be giving those away to the first 2 people who speak for them and attend the Western Rally in Mesquite.