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Looking for scenic rides towards Manassas

Hersey — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 10:54:21 +0000

Received this from a reader looking for scenic rides in West VA and VA.

Anyone have any good suggestions for them?

My wife and I will be traveling through West Virginia and Virginia on our way to Rolling Thunder in Washington DC, May 22nd and our question is…can you recommend any beautiful, scenic motorcycle rides or roads we could take on the way down? We will be headed toward Manassas where my brother lives.

I would appreciate any suggestions you may have.
Thank you in advance! Keep the rubber side down! Steel

Ride Virginia for prizes

Hersey — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:58:26 +0000

The Commonwealth of Virginia wants you to ride your motorcycle there, and they’re offering incentives that go beyond great scenery and interesting food.

From now through October, riders and passengers traveling in Virginia can collect prize points by having a special passport stamped at participating “Motorcycle Grand Tour” locations.

Anyone who finishes their tour of the state with 164 points will get a special jacket and will be entered in a draw for prizes that include season passes for the VIR race track, a California Sidecar Factory gift certificate, $500 from Dr Pepper, and more. Riders who collect more than 100 points will be entered in other draws.

To take part, you have to ride your motorcycle in Virginia, but you also have to log on at motorcycleva.com and download a registration form. Registration is $25 U.S., but for that you’ll get a t-shirt, a ride pin, and the special passport.

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Powder Coating Shop in Front Royal VA

Hersey — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:45:29 +0000

Creative Coatings Inc., Front Royal, VA
Creative Applications of Chemical Coatings, Powder Coating and Screen Printing
Finishing, Done Right……

Creative Coatings Incorporated has been in business since 1990. We have recently added a new piece of equipment that will allow us to perform all sandblasting services in house. We service many industries from the Military, Medical, Aerospace, and Communications and are now offering our services to the General Public. Where else can you get all your coating needs done at one facility? We offer fast turnaround, reasonable rates, and a quality finish at a one stop shop.

Motorcycle Frames, Wheels, and Parts
FREE Estimates!
Call (540) 636-7911 or check out www.coatingsusa.com for more info.

Walls of Death

Hersey — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 12:37:34 +0000

Just an interesting article I ran across at http://www.darkroastedblend.com/2009/03/walls-of-death-in-amusement-parks-brief.html

Sandy and I make it a point to go see the Hell Riders Wall of Death Show at the Iron Horse Saloon during Biketoberfest. Great show, these guys take vintage motorcycles and ride them at high speeds around this wooden barrel. If you have seen the set up at an event but have never coughed up the few bucks to check out the show you should it is well worth it.

Ride FREE

Oceana Cycles, Virginia Beach, VA

Hersey — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 22:35:06 +0000

Oceana Cycles
609 Jack Rabbit Rd. #103
Virginia Beach , Va 23451
Telephone # 757-437-0014
www.oceanacycles.com

10am ’till 6pm Mon-Fri and 10am ’till 2pm Saturday

Specializing in repairs and maintenance of American and British motorcycles.

We do everything from tires to complete engine builds. Also, parts for all makes and models motorcycles, atv, off road. Small shop with no big airy showroom or attitudes. Able to deal 1 on 1 with customers. Chances are the person that you talk to will be the one working on your bike. Everyone that works here rides a motorcycle (except my Dad but,he’s old). We know how it is.
We treat your bike like it is our own.

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Riding the sweepers on Northern Virginia’s historic Snickersville Turnpike

Hersey — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 01:20:16 +0000

by Mark Poesch, DC Motorcycle Travel Examiner

Snickersville Turnpike is an historic road that traces its origins all the way back to pre-Civil War era. 35 MPH most of the way, running roughly parallel to 55 MPH Rt. 28, it’s primarily useful to locals, and tourists looking for countryside scenery or historic sites along the Turnpike. Sixteen miles of twists and turns make the drive somewhat arduous for the commuter, so the road is lightly trafficked.

Read the Full Story here…

Freedom: Evolution of the Motorcycle – July 3rd and 4th, 2009

Hersey — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 02:16:25 +0000

Technology and enthusiam in riding motorcycles has inspired change in motorcycle designs since their early origins in the late 19th century century. This exhibit explores these transformations through the designs by American, European, and Asian companies, and the explosion in modern popularity during the 20th century.

Opening reception: July 3rd 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and July 4th 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
music, food, vendors, special parking for motorcycles July 3rd @ 8:30 p.m. the band Butter will perform. For more information on this exhibit visit www.courthousegalleries.com

Freedom Evolution of the Motorcycle Exhibit
July 3rd-October 11th, 2009
Courthouse Galleries
Corner of Court and High Streets
Downtown Portsmouth
(757) 393-8543
www.courthousegalleries.com

Biker Friendly B and B west of Staunton

Hersey — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 12:14:23 +0000

A VABiker.net visitor sent me a note about a Bed and Breakfast he and his wife own and run just outside of Staunton, VA. Check them out and let them know you heard about them on the VABiker.NET
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My wife and I are owners of The Buckhorn Inn west of Staunton and we were wondering if y’all had any listing of bike friendly business. We have a buffet style restaurant on Fri, Sat, and Sun and are a 5 room B&B. Our website is www.thebuckhorninn.com.
Garlan Yoder

Do you own, work for, or know of a biker friendly business in Virginia? Drop us a note about it and we will post it on the VABiker.NET. Ride FREE!