Tampa Bay Area Ride for Kids (link) SUN NOV 03 2013Sponsored by Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation

The ride starts at Heinrich Training Center 14063 County Road 39 in Lithia, Florida. Registration is from 8:00 am to 9:30 am. Motorcycles go out at 10:00 am. The ride fee is $40.00 if pre-registered or pay $50.00 on the day of the ride. The escorted ride will end with awards, drawings, and food. Proceeds benefit medical research grants and family support programs at the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. For more information call (813) 505-4126.

"we will be wheels up from cracker barrel restaurant, just north of I4 and SR 27 at 8am. Its about an hour ryde to Litha from there..."

"Rode with Robert SpyderRyder & Frank Fowle Sr plus two tampa area spiders on the Ride for Kids today.  223 Spyder miles in flawless perfect weather.  Great organization and the police escorts were amazing. Seeing some of the kids this event helps makes me want to go every year". - Hal BikerDoc

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10/17/2013 - 10/20/2013Biketoberfest (website) Daytona Beach, Florida

Meet at County Line (192 & I95). Feet up at 9:00 AM. Visit the displays and vendors. Lunch around 12/12:30 at BJ's Brewhouse right there at 2514 W. International Speedway Blvd, Daytona, 32114

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Group Ryde – SAT OCT 12We are having a 2014 New Product introduction and Pancake Breakfast at 8:30am at CFPS followed by a ryde at 10:30 AM. We may see real product already but at the very least complete info will be available....

SATURDAY - HELP SHARON DAY This saturday Oct 12th at the CFPS Pancake Breakfast we will be conducting a clothing drive for the three grandchildren who live with Sharon and lost their clothes in the fire. She identified this is her no. 1 need currently. Sizing information is posted below.. Of course cash contributions or gift cards will be accepted as well but this gives us a chance to do something more personal. Bring lots of clothes Saturday. SIZE CHARTS NATHAN =age 5, husky, pants size 6, shirt large Madison =age 8, size 10 dress, size 10 medium shirts ANDREW - age 10, very slight build, Size 8 pants, large shirts... especially need clothes for approaching cooler weather.

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Group Ryde – SAT OCT 05 Carol and I went out and finished up the planned route this morning. The ride is a 100 mile and ride time is 3.25 hours with a 45 minute break in it. The ride starts in Wildwood ending up in Ocala. The Date is October 5th. Time 10:00 AM at Burger King I-75 & SR 44 (Wildwood). Feet up at 10:30 AM sharp. Lunch will be at the end of the ride at Big Rascals BBQ (3437 NW Blitchton Road Ocala 34475) at the junction of I-75 & SR 27. For those that would like to meet up just for lunch and not go on the ride lunch will be approximately 1:30 PM (give or take a few minutes).

The speed on the ride will be slow to medium being we will be on country roads. If you haven't been on one of our horse country rides be sure to bring a camera with you. For those of you that are in other parts of Florida and would like to make a over-nighter of it, there are motels in Wildwood and more to choose from in Ocala along I-75. It's just a 30 minute ride from Wildwood via interstate. Any other questions feel free to ask. Hope you can make it. - John & Carol G

 

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Our 11th Annual Poker Run is almost here. Please plan to join us Sunday, September 29 to take a Ride for Sight to help children and adults who are blind! You'll start at the Center with doughnuts and a beverage, then on to Dirty Harry's, the First Turn Steakhouse, the Cabbage Patch and end at the Iron Horse in time for a BBQ and live music. $15 includes all this plus your poker hand, an event t-shirt, and door prizes! We expect 300 - 400 riders. 

As always, we truly appreciate that you choose to help us provide training and support to children and adults who are blind with coexisting disabilities.

Special thanks to Laura Lee Stapleton for leading us through beautiful areas we had never seen before!

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Law Enforcement Memorial Bike RideFrom Brunswick, GA to St. Augustine, FL Police Escorted motorcycle ride to raise money to benefit the families of Officers killed in the line of duty, Officers with terminal illnesses or Officers seriously injured while on duty.

Pre-Ride Activities Night Friday Sept 27th at 6:00 PM Stellar Conference Center - Quality Inn 125 Venture Drive - Brunswick, GA Memorial Bike Ride Registration: Saturday September 28th at 8:00 AM Kickstands Up: 10:00 AM Stellar Conference Center - Quality Inn 125 Venture Drive - Brunswick, GA Sponsored by the Blue Knights - Georgia, Chapter XIV and Brunswick Georgia Police Department For More Information: www.blueknight-gaxiv.com or call 912-506-2340 (Danny Shepard) or 406-470-5033 (Andrea Gray)

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The 2014 Can-Am® Spyder® Line-up Has Arrived View BRP PDF

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New Rotax 1330 ACE Engine Our best touring engine ever, the new Rotax 1330 ACE engine is configured with three in-line cylinders. It produces high-torque response in every gear and 40% more low-end torque. But torque doesn’t come at the cost of fuel economy or CO2 emissions. Ride for up to 252 miles at 62 mph (406 km at 100 km/h)* on one tank. On top of that, ride more and spend less, thanks to the low vehicle maintenance. Even the sound it makes while on the road is unique and impressive, with the in-line configuration producing a refined, seductive quality that stands out from the motorcycle crowd.

New 6-Speed Transmission You can cruise comfortably at 3,300 RPMs with the outstanding ride of this new 6-speed transmission. The new Spyder RT is optimized to deliver a smooth ride for you and your passenger, thanks to its long-ratio sixth gear and new hydraulic clutch activation system with electronic pressure control. Pass through town without downshifting. Just relax and take in the scenery.

New ECO mode Smart Assist Optimize your shifting behavior with the new ECO™ mode smart assist. Combined with the fuel efficiency of the Rotax 1330 ACE engine and new 6-speed transmission, it reduces your fuel consumption on long trips.

1200W Alternator Get 85% more power for your electronic accessories. A new total capacity of 1200 watts, instead of the previous maximum of 650 watts, lets you enjoy more accessories on your Spyder RT.

New Comfort seat Sit back and enjoy the ride with a comfort seat complete with lumbar support. It relaxes the driver’s knees and upper body, making it perfect for all types of riders regardless of height. It’s also driver backrest ready, so a foldable, color-matched backrest can easily be added.**

Refined front design and heat management BRP engineers made room for the new Rotax® 1330 ACE™ high-torque engine by creating a new fascia design, intensifying the RT’s unique blend of elegance and power. BRP’s engineers also improved heat management by doubling radiator capacity and moving them to the front of the A-arms – away from the rider and passenger. The fans include a reverse mode that blows hot air away from the rider when traveling at a slower speed. This ensures more comfort for both rider and passenger.

New SACHS † shocks The Spyder RT includes new shocks from SACHS, one of the premier manufacturers in the business. These shocks build upon optimum suspension geometry and create an incredible new standard. They feature a bigger piston diameter and better damping capacity, which gives you more comfort on bumpy, backcountry roads.

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