http://www.motoskagit.com Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:33:36 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en "More people than ever, more bikes than ever." The words of Anacortes Police Captain John Small in describing Sunday's 27th Annual Oyster Run. Picture perfect weather no doubt contributed to the tremendous turnout. My own Oyster Run experience began with breakfast at the Hometown Cafe in Sedro-Woolley. There I joined ... http://www.motoskagit.com/2008/10/02/oyster-run-2/ The E-Z Rider Cafe, located inside Steel Dreams in Burlington, is closing its doors. Sunday, August 10 will be the last day for the long-time favorite of motorcyclists and locals. The closing was announced to employees on Wednesday. According to some, the increased cost of food and delivery have made ... http://www.motoskagit.com/2008/08/08/e-z-rider-cafe-to-close/ Perhaps you missed my recent interview on HogRadio. If so, you will be pleased to know that the complete interview is available for download from the HogRadio archives. http://www.motoskagit.com/2008/08/07/my-interview-on-hogradio/ Looking for a ride this weekend? On Saturday the local chapter of Star Touring and Riding will meet for their monthly breakfast meeting. The meeting will be followed by a ride to Monroe to support the Monroe chapter by participating in a Poker Run. Breakfast is at 8:30 at Bob's ... http://www.motoskagit.com/2008/08/01/weekend-rides-for-august-2nd-and-3rd/ It's been an interesting week. On Monday I received a letter from the legal counsel for Cycle News magazine. The letter explained that Cycle News is a registered trademark and that the owners of the mark feel that my use of the phrase "Cycle News" on my primary web site ... http://www.motoskagit.com/2008/08/01/cease-and-desist/ Sunday night, July 20, at 9:00 pm I will be interviewed on HogRadio. HogRadio is a one-hour weekly radio show emphasizing customs, V-Twins and Harley-Davidsons. Hosted by Walt Fletcher and produced by Steve Johann, HogRadio is heard every Sunday night at 9 pm on TriRockRadio. Previous guests include Craig Vetter, ... http://www.motoskagit.com/2008/07/18/i-will-be-a-guest-on-hogradio-this-sunday-july-20/ For a couple weeks now I have been planning a ride to the Oregon coast to coincide with my son's trip to summer camp. I have spent hours with my AAA road map and a highlighter tracing interesting looking roads up and down the coast for me to explore while ... http://www.motoskagit.com/2008/07/05/best-laid-plans/ Keith Chaplin's front page story in the June 29 issue of  the Skagit Valley Herald describes the Washington State Patrol's "Target Zero" initiative. The objective of this initiative is to "eliminate motorcycle fatalities by 2030." First, it is refreshing to see the WSP taking action to reduce the number ... http://www.motoskagit.com/2008/07/01/target-zero/ Kai Harwick is a 25-year-old Whatcom County firefighter. His colleague, John Nourse, is a 29-year-old police officer and former firefighter who was recently diagnosed with inoperable brain cancer. Kai, who is a motorcyclist, decided to do something to help his friend and colleague. So a couple of month ago ... http://www.motoskagit.com/2008/06/25/when-good-intentions-combine-with-motivation/ You have made my life so much easier. No longer do I have to try to convince people that motorcyclists do not have death wishes and are, in fact, a safe and responsible bunch. You have finally revealed the truth for all to see: motorcyclists really are the irresponsible, reckless, ... http://www.motoskagit.com/2008/06/20/dear-i-5-stunters/