BPG is PRIME!!!

[Pappy]

This morning the weather was near perfect and Dan had the tracks dialed!!!

Cody went through 2 tanks of fuel in 2 1/2 hours:eek2: he did 2 30 lap runs before 10 am LOL!

Here is a video to watch, I have 1000 or so pics to process but will post them as I get them done!

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[woodsman250r]

Great video Pappy! Cody looks like a damn good rider as well! Looks like you guys had a great time out there.

[Pappy]

Getting to BPG early always pays off. You get great light and the tracks are usually empty.....but that changes quickly!

How about a vintage Kawasak Tecate! It's for sale also for $1500! If I had the cash it would be here now!

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[Pappy]

A guy walked up and told me that I shouldnt be so close to the riders because its dangerous LOL! I just thanked him and kept working:p

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[Pappy]

Seeing not one, but two LT500's sure took me back!

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New and Old...awesome sight!!

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[Pappy]

ITP sent us some new tires to try out and Cody was getting used to them

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He was looking pretty weird at first, his Leatt brace and him dont get along. It lasted 15 laps or so before he took it off

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[Pappy]

Once he ditched the Leatt he was ready to rip!

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[Pappy]

He put the tecate away and broke out his YFZ:p

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[Pappy]

Les and Kevin showed up.

Les was out all night chasing skirts so he needed some wake up time LOL!

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A Tecate, a pair of LT500's and a Banshee. I almost did a shoot out LOL!

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[Pappy]

Kevin was riding in "Gimp" mode due to his hand being chewed up.

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[Pappy]

I reckon I had to get a few shots to make my little brother look fast:devil: :blah:

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[Pappy]

Les was on the gas right off the trailer!

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[rpfeifer11]

BPG is by far my favorite track to ride. Things looked perfect today based on your video. I am hoping to make it out within the next month.

[Pappy]

Track owner Dan Harris came out to play! This is what Cody had been waiting for LOL!

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The first few laps Dan did not know who was on him!

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[Pappy]

Dan figured out who it was once Cody block passed him LMAO!!

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The fun was ON!

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[Pappy]

CJ had a blast ripping it up with Dan.

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[jesseweaver]

pappy my little brother got some shots this morning that might give you a run for your money! LOL and why'd you bail so early, chris borich showed up at like 2:30.

that new water double is killer too your way up there. ill have to post some pics later, im heading back to maple grove for pinks all out tonight.

[Pappy]

Bring it! I fear no one LOL!

I knew Borich was coming but the wife is more important:p

Les getting jiggy with it

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[Pappy]

Did I get some shots of you jesse? I know there were a few blue bikes out there!

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[jesseweaver]

i wish that was me^^

not sure i was on the blue one with jrs cycle shop graphics and #308.

[Pappy]

Ok..I got some of ya then....

[Pappy]

How is this for a whip over a 105 footer LOL!

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[jesseweaver]

that kids nasty did you see him doing the double to the next double beside the big step up on the expert track? that was crazy

heres 2 real quick

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did you get any of the new water jump pappy?

[Pappy]

Yeah he was making it look too easy!!!

[Pappy]

You'll have to tell your brother i'm not scared yet:devil: :blah: ;)

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[Pappy]

Cody was liking the big track

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[Pappy]

here is a few of you jesse

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[Hondamaster5505]

How's Cody liking the LTR450 compared to the KFX?

[Pappy]

Originally posted by Hondamaster5505
How's Cody liking the LTR450 compared to the KFX?

For MX there is no comparison.

105 footer

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[Hondamaster5505]

sick! Looks like he's pretty well rounded with different riding types, haha.

[Pappy]

LOL he has to have good skills, he is our main test rider :D

[Hondamaster5505]

Originally posted by Pappy
LOL he has to have good skills, he is our main test rider :D

That must be such a nice job:p I would love to test out all the new quads.

[chucked]

Hey pappy thanks for plugging my Tecate. Can you do me a favor and see if you got any of my bud on his #86 crf250r?

[Pappy]

Yep ..after supper i wil lpost a few for ya

[Pappy]

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[Les Davis]

Thanks for posting the pics Pappy and it was good seeing you and Cody today as well! Me and Kevin had a blast at BPG today. Temps were just right and the tracks were in excellent shape considering all the rain we had this week. Wish I could head back up tomorrow for a few laps.

And Borich was a monster out there today!! That made my day to see him riding at BPG.

[Pappy]

The gallery is loading, just click the link in my signature to find it.

Had a blast Les, I enjoy BPG a ton and wish we could get up there more on the weekends to see everyone. During the week is usually when we go up for work but hopefully this summer we will catch a break or two.

Dan and Amanda and Lil' Abbie J have the place looking great. It has come a LONG way since day 1 and i'm glad, no grateful we have a place like this so close.

Dont forget the Dream Camps that are scheduled. The best money you will spend shy of a hooker in Bangkok! There are also tons of special events planned throughout the year as well.

We chatted today about how well the tracks are right now and honestly, even a novice rider could dial in the tracks fairly quick and safely. I hope to see even more people hitting BPG this summer, its just an incredible place to ride and hang out!!!

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[Pappy]

At the end of the video, you see Cody damn near blow that berm. He lost his brakes as he entered it! We found out why real quick LOL!

[jesseweaver]

thanks a lot for the pics! and yea they do have that place looking really nice.

i had a lot of fun today. kinda rough though, around maybe 10 oclock i hit the one double on the int. track and there were 2 bikes laying on the lander. one guy was under the one bike i think and the other was standing at them, i don't remember what all happened but i landed right on the bikes and flew up over the bars and clocked the guy in the head with my thigh i think. a have a nice grapefruit on my thigh lol and my wrist is a little swollen and bruised.

[Pappy]

It didnt look pretty:p

[Pappy]

Almost forgot poor Alex:p

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[mx121]

Hey Pappy, are you going to be there for the Memorial Day weekend? I remember I met you there like 3 years ago and got one of those picture CD's off you. I haven't ridden again until this season, but I did make a trip to BPG a month ago. I wish the landings were better like before, but I guess they're more forgiving now if you case them. I'll be there Friday, Saturday and Sunday with the woman and some friends.

[Pappy]

I do believe I am scheduled to shoot Steel City that weekend:(

[mx121]

Oh well, I'm sure there will be more opportunities in the future.

[Pappy]

Why havent ya been riding?

[wvspeedfreak]

Kewl :cool:

[Pappy]

Originally posted by wvspeedfreak
Kewl :cool:

Yo...I think its a u-joint, I will get ahold of ya to schedule a day for you to wrench on me truck:p

[wvspeedfreak]

Originally posted by Pappy
Yo...I think its a u-joint, I will get ahold of ya to schedule a day for you to wrench on me truck:p

10-4.That's cheaper than a wheel bearing :)

[Pappy]

Yeah but my luck it wont be the u-joint and youll get rich sucka:blah: :p

[wvspeedfreak]

LOL

[ohsobad_chevy]

BPG looks like a really fun track......a lot better than any track around here!!!

[J.Brown121]

Originally posted by ohsobad_chevy
BPG looks like a really fun track......a lot better than any track around here!!!

I don't know man. Angel Ridge has some pretty sweet tracks, but Dan has better all around facilities(sp) from what I can tell.

[mx121]

Pappy - I had a pretty good wreck back then, and I was getting more into cars and some other stuff was going on. I tried to quit riding completely, but I guess once it's in you, there's no getting rid of it :macho

As far as the facilities at BPG, it's awesome. They have full shower/bath houses and I think they even have a dining building. They also have cabins you can rent that are more like small houses (at least from the pics). I usually take a whole weekend when I go, and I consider more of a getaway than just "riding". I haven't even been there since they have the pond with the water slide and stuff.

[dan harris]

Pappy, Thanks for the post, Awesome pics and props on the tracks. Great riding with Cody - well until the little **** passed on me!!!! All the pics look great!

Thanks to all the riders who have been coming out and showing their support for the park. Looking forward to a great Memorial Day Weekend. Riding, camping, cookingout - RACING -its all gonna be a blast. Hope you and Cody can stop by on the way home from Steel City!


Also a big thanks to Pro GNCC Racer Chris Borich who came out and did some magor dirt moving on both tracks! Always cool to ride with the top pro's in our great sport!

Don't forget Dream Camp 2010 - we have four pro riders lined up as trainers this year: Dustin Wimmer, Jason Dunkelberger, John Natallie and Michelle Riser Natallie, the camp is booking up very quick, get your deposits in now if you wanna attend.

[Pappy]

LOL....that pass was classic....i'm sure he had one big smile under his helmet haha!

[dan harris]

I felt bad for the bike rider that got caught up between us after that - it was game on. Was hoping he read all the signs coming in the driveway - including the one that reads: watch out for 584 he rides like he owns the place!

[Pappy]

I heard there was a bike rider trying to hang with Borich? One thing you dont want to do is mess with the champ...he tends to have a following that will quickly inform you if you get out of line LOL!

[chucked]

He was hanging with him! For a good while they were goin back and fourth!

[dan harris]

Pappy, we need to put together a 2010 Atvriders.com Ride day at the Park. We could use all your contacts and invite all the pro's to come out for a day to ride with their fans???? I'm sure everyone would be into that!! We could do it at the end of their seasons.

Most of the top pro's have already been here, it would be nice to get them all here at the same time to hang out. I'll provide great track conditions and free lunch for everyone - you pick the date and inform the pro's!!!

[Pappy]

I will get the ball rolling:D

[jesseweaver]

wow that'll be awesome. except that place is gonna be overflowing if word gets out that a lot of top pros are coming

[Pappy]

I'm certain it would have to be after the season is over for the MX guys......but it could be a big event. We usually have good turnouts for the rides, adding some Pro's would be cool. Wimmer usually shows up, same with Dunk.

[dan harris]

Pappy, If you have a list of contacts I could use to call or email some of the pro's that would be awesome. Send me an email when you get a chance if you have any contacts.

[quad2xtreme]

Originally posted by dan harris
Pappy, If you have a list of contacts I could use to call or email some of the pro's that would be awesome. Send me an email when you get a chance if you have any contacts.

Need to invite Barry Hawk for sure. Be really great to see him back on a quad. Maybe Gus could let him ride the 250r. :p