Winter?....Where?
Submitted by theboss on Sun, 01/08/2012 - 11:59am.
Winter seems to have taken a pass so far this year, leaving the roads clear for much-needed snow season putts. Toss in temperatures reaching into the 60s, and it's been downright pleasant riding with the exception of a few fast-moving storms. Sure, the skiers and resorts are bitching...but those of us who know the joy of clear pavement and two wheels can't--and shouldn't--complain. So put on your leather and go clear your head, or pretend it's summer, or just be a damn biker and roll up some miles; after all, that's what motorcycles are for.
Next Scooter News Issue Out Mid January
Submitted by theboss on Tue, 01/10/2012 - 1:38pm.
As is tradition, Southwest Scooter News will take some time off over the holidays...and why not? there's not much happening, and we all want to enjoy the holidays.
What this means for you, is that the next issue of the best biker rag in the Rockies won't be published until mid-January.
Yeah, we know it's a long time to wait, but deal with it....
The Colorado MOST Question
Submitted by theboss on Tue, 01/10/2012 - 1:31pm.
By Tim Anderson
The audit of Colorado’s Motorcycle Operator Safety Training (MOST) Program released a couple months ago revealed what can only be termed program abuses, questioned the need for the program, and has ruffled more than a few feathers.
Colorado MOST Program: Audit Finds "Serious Problems"
Submitted by theboss on Tue, 01/10/2012 - 1:31pm.originally posted October 5, 2011
By Tim Anderson
An audit of Colorado’s Motorcycle Operator Safety Training (MOST) Program by the Office of the State Auditor released September 26, 2011, shows the motorcyclist-funded program to have significant problems. The audit calls for wide-ranging corrections to the program, or an outright shutdown of the program.
MOST was designed to provide financial reimbursement for students to take rider education courses in order to make them more affordable in an effort to increase rider safety.
Get In The Colorado Show & Swap Program!
Submitted by theboss on Tue, 01/10/2012 - 1:29pm.The Colorado Motorcycle Show & swap is coming up fast, and once again Southwest Scooter News is publishing the official guide, program and map to the largest indoor motorcycle event in the Rockies.
Colorado Motorcycle Show & Swap Set
Submitted by theboss on Tue, 01/10/2012 - 1:26pm.
It just keeps going, and going, and going….
The Energizer Bunny of winter motorcycle events, the Annual Colorado Motorcycle Show and Swap, is ready to go again.
The 34th annual biker extravaganza is set for January 28 & 29, 2012, at the National Western Stock Show Complex.
The two-day gathering of all things motorcycle is shaping up to be anther great show, according to show promoter Jack Portice.
Jen The Elf
Submitted by theboss on Tue, 01/10/2012 - 1:23pm.With the lack of snow this year, Ol’ Santa’s been getting worried about conditions for the reindeer and his sled on Christmas Eve, so, like any wired-tight gift-giving expert, he’s been thinking of alternate plans for getting around on the big night.
He mentioned this to a few elves in passing a few weeks ago.
All he did was simply say he was thinking about taking one of the other sleds that would handle the lack of snow a little better.
BUFA Year-End Wrap Up Bash
Submitted by theboss on Tue, 01/10/2012 - 1:21pm.With the riding season winding down and snow in the forecast, on Monday October 25th, Dickie and Crew at Studebakers in Colorado Springs welcomed Bikers United for America (BUFA) Colorado Springs for an end of year wrap up.
No business was officially discussed as it was a time to relax and enjoy each other’s company.
Bill Janklow's Fate Sealed?
Submitted by theboss on Tue, 01/10/2012 - 1:19pm.Karma’s a bitch.
Bill Janklow, the long-time South Dakota Governor and US Legislator who killed a Minnesota motorcyclist when he sped through a rural stop sign in 2003, announced last month he is dying of brain cancer.
His condition is considered terminal, though he is reportedly undergoing treatment at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
Toy Run Rocks Courtesy Of 2-Wheelers
Submitted by theboss on Tue, 01/10/2012 - 1:17pm.More than 150 people on about 100 motorcycles filled the streets of Northwest Denver around 2-Wheelers Motorcycle Shop November 27th for the annual 2-Wheelers/Stan’s Signs Toy Run.
It was the largest turnout for the run in a few years.
“It’s been a while since we’ve had this many people,” Remarked 2-Wheelers’ Arlin Fatland. The Weather’s beautiful…it’s a perfect day. I’m sure that has something to do with it. But people are in the mood for this run, too. It’s a great turnout.”
