Lazy Day @ Breezewood

[Pappy]

With tempratures soaring into the 90's, the thought of packing up and riding just was not in our game plan. Dan Harris, the head honcho at Breezewood Proving Grounds (http://www.breezewoodprovinggrounds.com) called to see where we were, because usually this is our weekend home!

With our work around the house completed, we decided to head up and just spectate for the evening. This was not to Cody's or Ryan's liking, but honestly, me and mom needed a break:p

As we left our home, 45 minutes from BPG, the temperature was hitting the 93 mark, but once we crossed the mountain, mid 80 degree weather was on tap:p My luck, and boy did the kids let me hear about it the rest of the trip.

Arriving at BPG, I found a few riders ripping it up as most let the weather keep them from one great day of riding!

[Pappy]

The few riders that remained so late in the day were having a blast, and I quickly set up my gear to get some pictures for everyone.

[Pappy]

The new Suzuki LTR has been gaining popularity and I must say, it has been impressing me each time I see one in action.

[Pappy]

I may try and pick one up, maybe it is whats needed to get me back on a seat:p

[Pappy]

My brother and family friend Shawn worked until 4:30 am getting a new engine in Shawns 450r. By the time I arrived trackside, they had put in a full day of riding and wrenching and were beat. Sorry I didnt get there earlier guys to get some pictures for you.

I know I will get this riders last name wrong, but its Gillotile (I know thats not right:p ) Damn nice guy, and he decided spending the weekend at BPG was the ticket for himself and his family.

[Pappy]

The evening sun was perfect as I captured the action

[Pappy]

I think someone stated this rider and the YFZ were Vet class riders in thier local districts

[Pappy]

Even the banshee riders was catching some air on a nice 50 foot table.

[Pappy]

I reckon these guys are site members also, as they knew Cody

[Pappy]

Coming out of the berm headed for the dining hall table

[Pappy]

The riders eye's tell the tale as they look for the take off

[Pappy]

Watching and concentration are at the forefront in this picture.

[Pappy]

It really helps when the track is not crowded, it allows me the time I need for teh dust to settle for crisp clear shots

[Pappy]

Roost shots are cool, especially when you can see every rock:D

[Mx_523]

Nice pictures Pappy. Is BPG dirtbike friendly?

[Pappy]

The sun decided enough was enough and sunset lighting was history. That did not stop the riders or me from doing what we do.

[Pappy]

Originally posted by Mx_523
Nice pictures Pappy. Is BPG dirtbike friendly?

All BPG's tracks have great berms for the bikes!


With less light, I got a bit creative and as the rider tapped his rear brakes i was able to catch it. Front wheels still in motion, back wheels stopped to bring her in on the downside.

[Pappy]

That is about it, had a great evening and enjoyed the slower pace for one night atleast. Hoping to see more folks there tomorrow!

[Pappy]

As anyone who has stayed the night at the track knows, Dan builds a nice fire outside the dining hall and everyone sits around shooting the breeze for hours. The stories of the days riding, close calls and the boasting for those that finally cleared the jump of thier life unfold under the night sky.


Dan has been very impressed at the turnout at his facility from ATVrider.com members, and we are happy to support a track owner who loves quads and strives for a family atmosphere.

[Mxjunkie]

I wanna go back again and finish off my wheels :p

[Prey]

Originally posted by Pappy

I know I will get this riders last name wrong, but its Gillotile (I know thats not right:p ) Damn nice guy, and he decided spending the weekend at BPG was the ticket for himself and his family.

Capuano ;)

[Pappy]

Originally posted by Prey
Capuano ;)

I saw a sign being displayed by thier trailer so I assumed that was them....covered my bases though:D

[Pappy]

You will have to ask him what happened here:scary:

[Prey]

Originally posted by Pappy
I saw a sign being displayed by thier trailer so I assumed that was them....covered my bases though:D

smart man :cool:

the guy on the suzuki, yamaha and the red honda for sure and i think probably the black honda along with myself all belong to the Southern Maryland Dirt Riders

myself, tony and dave also race the D7s MX

very fast guys, especially, the guy on the zuki and the guy on the yamaha ..... and none of them are scared to air it out like i am :(



and what happened there :blah:

[Pappy]

I had met the feller on the YFZ before, he was yelling at the people at TMX 2 years ago because they were dicking around getting the race started:D

He got very lucky, he landed wrong and almost nailed the tree's, but he was tossed and the quad jumped the berm and went for a ride ending up wedged in that pile of debis. He took a break and was back out there in short order.

[Prey]

same guy, less than a year ago was racing a yfz426 hybrid when the motor siezed on him right before launching a double, if i remember right, he broke his sternum and had a few other injuries from it :eek2:

[Byte]

If you build it. They will jump.

Great pics Pappy.

[Pappy]

Another scorcher, but a few folks braved the heat to do some riding today.

[Floorit]

I enjoy seeing your threads on the Breezewood Proving Grounds Pappy.

Nice, clean shots....and the commentary ain't bad neither.


Thanks:p

Floorit

[Pappy]

Awe shucks:p It keeps me busy and away from my real job, even if its on the weekends:D

[Pappy]

The LTR rider was still going strong, a bit muddier, and I am sure ready for a shower:p It was hot hot hot!

[Pappy]

Cody was wanting to ride, so we threw his 300 in the truck.

[Pappy]

The only smart rider I saw all day. He did not hit the track, but kept hitting a large mudpuddle to keep cooled off:p

[Pappy]

RT was ripping it up on his bike, until he went down and injured his knee. He is a tough nut, he will be back to riding by next wekeend for sure

[Pappy]

Cody was doing good, but I wanted him taking it easy seeing it was hotter then all get out.

[Pappy]

Breezewood local.....not sure but I think they better feed them boys a might bit better:D

[Pappy]

Codys arch rival, Shayla. This girl rips!

[Pappy]

Cody was getting beat by the heat for sure

[Pappy]

I was shown how to adjust your handle bars by casing a double. Fine technique, no wrenches needed or nuttin!:eek:

[Pappy]

I made the mistake of asking him how to adjust them back:D

[Yfz450dan]

that does not look good!:eek2: :eek2: :p

[Pappy]

I got a 3 shot sequence of Cody

[Pappy]

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[Pappy]

We called it a day after that jump, Cody wrenched his knee on the kicker before the table, and frankly said he didnt remember hitting the jump...that was a clue for those that dont have one:p The heat had gotton to him.


An hour later, he was fine, still a short dorky white kid with no ball skills, but ready for more quad riding thats for sure:D

[Pappy]

Ryan didnt clean his room so he had to stay home today:( He was happy to whip Codys rear end in a game of ball, then he geared up and they raced pitbikes till dark:p

Can someone send me some of thier energy!


See ya'll in 2 weeks back at BPG!

[TheFontMaster]

Originally posted by Pappy
See ya'll in 2 weeks back at BPG!


Is that when the next group ride is? I'll be out there that weekend looking at houseing for college. I might stop by, but I doubt the 250r's motor will be back together by then:(

[coolguy8769]

pappy!! i was there all day today!! from about 10-2 left early cause we had a long ride home and it was my pop's birthday, i was skyin it out on that up-hill table too, damn now that i know u were takin picture i wish i would'v stayed alot longer, my last few times out i saw some dude takin pictures of me with what looked like a disposable camara (was haulin ***, wasn't payin attention)

damn this makes me mad knowin u were there and i didn't see u lol

but yea there were some alright people there today nothin like the 4th though, that black 450r (red gear on) was tryin to keep up with me but i didn't look behind me to see if was still there after 4 laps, and there was also a white LTR450 with the #45 he was pretty good, him and me were goin at it for awhile, i see alot of people i was riding with but no me, next time for sure........

Jeff

[Pappy]

Sorry I missed ya:(

We will be at Quadfest this coming weekend, but the weekend of the 29th we will be there all weekend...I have to celebrate my birthday this year, I was unconscious last birthday:(

[coolguy8769]

lol hopefully it'll be better this year, what time did u show up? probable after i was gone

[Pappy]

We got there around 3pm

[coolguy8769]

yea i stopped ridin around 2:15 and left by 2:30, i was one of maybe 2-3 quads (while i was there) that was clearin that table. i kinda scared everyoen that was watchin a few times caus ei was really whippin the thing, over jumped it a few time too, Dan could make that another 10-15 ft and it would be perfect, maybe make the take off alittle closer to the turn and just keep the landing cause when i would over jump it i would almost blow the turn goin to the double, during the 4ht i was just puttsing around getting back to the swing of things, i'v gotten my "grove" back if u know what i mean