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Press Release Attention: Calendar Event Editors Legendary Ray Kittel Tapped As Chief Judge At Motoexpo San Diego Del Mar, CA, June 30, 2007 ---- Ray Kittel, widely known in the motorcycle world for Ray’s M/C Show World – “the definitive, the essential” – has been selected as chief show judge and bike show event coordinator for the first annual MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO coming to the Del Mar Fairgrounds, October 6 and 7. “Ray’s M/C Show World is one of the most respected and trusted names in motorcycle show judging,” says David Arnold, show director, who also notes that the judging team will consist of no less than four judges. “Ray has been judging bike shows for over 13 years and his management and show judging experience ensure that MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO will be conducted and judged with all the professionalism that has made Ray’s M/C Show World a respected and trusted name in motorcycling.” According to Arnold, Ray’s M/C Show World is the premier custom motorcycle show judge in the upper Midwest and that show organizers in more than nine states, including California, have utilized his services. Among the many prestigious events for which he serves as chief show judge and bike show event coordinator is the highly regarded Arlen Ness Bike Show in San Jose. In 2006, Ray’s M/C Show World judged 14 bike show events with cash awards totaling over $27,000 plus trophies, awards, plaques and contingencies. Kittel, who has long been associated with motorcycles, served four years of active duty in the United States Coast Guard. He has dedicated a page on his Website to all men and women serving in the Armed Forces lest they “not be forgotten…but remembered for your service and sacrifice for this great country, its democratic ideals and most of all its people.” “It is important to stress that MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO is more than just a bike show,” says Arnold. “In addition to stunt riding and a collection of vintage bikes, it will also feature a juried show of customized sports and street cruisers.” Highlighting the two-day event will be MOTOMASTERS – an invitation only, beyond-the-jury collection of priceless, one-of-a-kind handcrafted motorcycles that epitomize the highest achievement in aesthetics and engineering. Among the first entrants is Christian Dotson’s award-winning bike that won the coveted “America’s Most Beautiful Motorcycle award” at this year’s Los Angeles Roadster Show in Pomona. Tickets will be available online and at the gate. About MotoExpo San Diego: MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO brings together a juried show of motorcycles and the thrilling spectacle of extreme motorcycle stunt riding in a two-day event for motorcycle enthusiasts of all ages and genders. Held October 6-7 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, the event will feature a juried show with 42 open classes and $3,500 in prize money. The show’s highlights will include MOTOMASTERS, a remarkable collection of one-of-a-kind, handcrafted, motorcycles and a vintage motorcycle display with a special feature, “Americas Most Beautiful Motorcycle.” |
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Press Release Attention: Calendar Event Editors Progidy Fabricator Ray Neff, 19, To Exhibit At Motoexpo San Diego Del Mar, CA, June 23, 2007 ---- Nineteen year-old Ray Neff, a third generation fabricator whose father and grandfather are considered legendary custom car fabricators, has agreed to exhibit his custom bike – one that’s been the subject of television’s “Metric Revolution” – at MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO. The announcement was made this week by David Arnold, show director for the first annual MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO, a remarkable assemblage of one of a kind, handcrafted motorcycles, along with a juried show of customized sports and street cruisers, that roars into the Del Mar Fairgrounds Saturday and Sunday, October 6 and 7. “Ray Neff is certainly following in the footsteps of his dad and granddad, two well known national custom car builders, “ says Arnold. “It’s amazing to me that this young man would have such an outrageous aesthetic and engineering sense to have created such a radical bike, especially since he hadn’t ridden a street bike before building this one.” According to family sources, “Lil’ Ray,” as he is known, began as a welding and fabrication apprenticeship when he was only four-years-old, under the watchful eyes of his dad and granddad. It was this first-hand experience that primed him to be selected to compete in the rookie class of television’s “Metric Revolution,” a 12-week, reality television show that focused on the custom bike building talents of 22 builders selected from a field of several thousand applicants. Since then, Lil’ Ray has been the subject of national and international news coverage, including appearances on Latin American television. The two-day event also includes a dazzling array of vintage motorcycles and MOTOMASTERS – an invitation only, beyond-the-jury collection of priceless, one-of-a-kind handcrafted motorcycles that epitomize the highest achievement in aesthetics and engineering. Among the first entrants is Christian Dotson’s award-winning bike that won the coveted “America’s Most Beautiful Motorcycle award” at this year’s Los Angeles Roadster Show in Pomona. Tickets will be available online and at the gate. About MotoExpo San Diego: MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO brings together a juried show of motorcycles and the thrilling spectacle of extreme motorcycle stunt riding in a two-day event for motorcycle enthusiasts of all ages and genders. Held October 6-7 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, the event will feature a juried show with 42 open classes and $3,500 in prize money. The show’s highlights will include MOTOMASTERS, a remarkable collection of one-of-a-kind, handcrafted, motorcycles and a vintage motorcycle display with a special feature, “Americas Most Beautiful Motorcycle.” |
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Press Release Attention: Calendar Event Editors First Annual Motoexpo San Diego Roars Into The Del Mar Fairgrounds October 6 And 7 Del Mar, CA, June 06, 2007 ---- The first annual MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO, a remarkable assemblage of one of a kind, handcrafted motorcycles, along with a juried show of customized sports and street cruisers, roars into the Del Mar Fairgrounds Saturday and Sunday, October 6 and 7. About MotoExpo San Diego: MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO brings together a juried show of motorcycles and the thrilling spectacle of extreme motorcycle stunt riding in a two-day event for motorcycle enthusiasts of all ages and genders. Held October 6-7 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, the event will feature a juried show with 42 open classes and $3,500 in prize money. The show’s highlights will include MOTOMASTERS, a remarkable collection of one-of-a-kind, handcrafted, motorcycles and a vintage motorcycle display with a special feature, “Americas Most Beautiful Motorcycle.” |
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Press Release International Motocross Apparel And Accessory Retailer To Participate At MotoExpo San Diego Del Mar, CA, September 24, 2007 ---- International motocross apparel and accessory retailer No Fear will be a major participant during the first annual MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO that thunders into the Del Mar Fairgrounds October 6 and 7.“It’s all great news to have No Fear participating with us, bringing two days of extreme motocross action to our event,” says David Arnold, show director. “No Fear is pulling no punches and will be here with a fashion show of their popular action apparel and will be staging supercross whoops and freestyle motocross demos as well.” According to Arnold, No Fear will be conducting what the retailer calls the first ever whoops contest featuring professional motocross riders who race against the clock over two massive sections of whoops in the fairgrounds’ parking lot. In addition, there will be a No Fear freestyle motocross demo featuring extreme freestyle riders who, in defying gravity, will be doing gymnastic tricks 35 feet in the air. No Fear, which will be the official beverage at MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO, is making available free Super Moto demos on KTM motorcycles —presented by 3 Brothers Racing and the Long Beach Speed Week — on a closed course for anyone over 18 years of age. “MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO has been designed to appeal to all riders of all interests,” says Arnold, himself a rider. “The show will also feature a juried show of customized sports and street cruisers. Jason Britton and his team of extreme motorcycle stunt riders and the personal appearance of wrestling superstar GOLDBERG, star of Spike TV’s “Bullrun,” and an avid motorcycle enthusiast and collector, will add to the excitement.” The two-day event also includes a dazzling array of vintage motorcycles and MOTOMASTERS – an invitation only, beyond-the-jury collection of priceless, one-of-a-kind handcrafted motorcycles that epitomize the highest achievement in aesthetics and engineering. Among the first to enter was Christian Dotson whose award-winning bike won the coveted “America’s Most Beautiful Motorcycle award” at this year’s Los Angeles Roadster Show in Pomona. Other recent entrants include custom bike builders Roland Sands and Chica. Also making a rare appearance will be two bikes from Confederate Motor Company – the B-120 Wraith and Hellcat. Tickets will be available online and at the gate. For additional information go to www.motoexposandiego.com About MotoExpo San Diego: MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO brings together a juried show of motorcycles and the thrilling spectacle of extreme motorcycle stunt riding in a two-day event for motorcycle enthusiasts of all ages and genders. Held October 6-7 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, the event will feature a juried show with 42 open classes and $3,500 in prize money. | ||
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Press Release Confederate Motor Company To Exhibit At MotoExpo San Diego Confederate Motor Company — the legendary, 16-year-old motorcycle company that has achieved reverential respect and near-instant celebrity cult status — will exhibit its revolutionary radial twin B120 Wraith at MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO, October 6 and 7 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. David Arnold, show director, made the announcement this week. The first annual event will bring together a remarkable assemblage of one-of-a kind, handcrafted motorcycles, along with a juried show of customized sports and street cruisers. “We believe this will be the first appearance of the B120 Wraith in San Diego, “ says Arnold. “It is a totally awesome bike and its debut here it is expected to generate a lot of buzz among collectors and aficionados because it follows on the heels of the company’s extraordinary Hellcat motorcycle, the bike associated with Tom Cruise and Brad Pitts. We’re fortunate because both the Hellcat and the B-120 Wraith will be on display.” The B-120 Wraith, according to Confederate officials, was inspired by the pre-1916 era of motoring and “the courageous free spirited nature of the board track racer.” The company’s Website says that the 1911 Pierce “illuminates what the Wraith would be – the world’s most luxurious, sporting two-wheeled device.” Only 250 B-series – starting at $55,000 – will be created, according to the company. “It’s a thrill for us to be invited to showcase our new B120 Wraith at MOTOEXPO San Diego,” says Matt Chamber, Confederate president, in a written statement to MOTOEXPO San Diego. “We eager to share her with San Diego and be able to tell her story with motoring enthusiasts in attendance. “ “Having both the B-120 Wraith and Hellcat at the MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO is quite an honor, “ says Arnold. “The B-120 Wraith design and engineering is evocative of individuality so much associated with riders and collectors.” First-in-the-world features of the B-120 Wraith, according to the company’s news release, include the first triple load path carbon fiber Monocoque chassis design and the first-ever carbon fiber, multi-link double wishbone front suspension. Other features unique to the B-120 Wraith include:
“This is totally cool to have both bikes – the Hellcat the B-120 Wraith at MOTOEXPO,” says Arnold. “Typically, when people gawk at these bikes they seldom notice that a celebrity is in the saddle – that’s how amazing they are in terms of design and aesthetics.” The two-day event will also feature a dazzling array of vintage motorcycles and MOTOMASTERS – an invitation only, beyond-the-jury collection of priceless, one-of-a-kind handcrafted motorcycles that epitomize the highest achievement in aesthetics and engineering. Among the first entrants is Christian Dotson’s award-winning bike that won the coveted “America’s Most Beautiful Motorcycle award” at this year’s Los Angeles Roadster Show in Pomona. Tickets will be available online and at the gate. For additional information go to www.motoexposandiego.com About MotoExpo San Diego: MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO brings together a juried show of motorcycles and the thrilling spectacle of extreme motorcycle stunt riding in a two-day event for motorcycle enthusiasts of all ages and genders. Held October 6-7 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, the event will feature a juried show with 42 open classes and $3,500 in prize money. The show’s highlights will include MOTOMASTERS, a remarkable collection of one-of-a-kind, handcrafted, motorcycles and a vintage motorcycle display with a special feature, “Americas Most Beautiful Motorcycle.” About Confederate Motor Company Founded in 1991 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana by Matt Chambers, Confederate Motor Company designs and handcrafts limited series built uncompromised motorcycles for the motoring connoisseur and aficionado. The creative team at Confederate has adopted a minimalist, holistic, avant-garde design imperative. Their goal is to be on the cutting edge of an exciting, innovative and relevant American design. initiative. Confederate Motor Company is located in Birmingham, Ala. |
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Press Release For More Information: America’s Most Beautiful Motorcycle To Be On Display At MotoExpo San Diego Del Mar, CA, July 31, 2007 — Christian Dotson’s award-winning bike that won the coveted “America’s Most Beautiful Motorcycle” award at this year’s Los Angeles Roadster Show, will be on display at MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO, October 6 and 7 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. David Arnold, show director, made the announcement this week. He said Dotson’s motorcycle is among the first on a growing list of one-of-a handcrafted motorcycles to be exhibited in the show’s MOTOMASTERS – an invitation only, beyond-the-jury collection of priceless motorcycles that epitomize the highest achievement in aesthetics and engineering. The two-day event also includes a juried show of customized sports and street cruisers. “The inspiration for the bike came from a simple sketch,” says Dotson, 35. “I really wanted to build a bike that would emphasize my creativity, fabrication, and engineering abilities.” Dotson said that as the design came together, he decided to go with a “vintage concept” theme. “I thought it would be a unique challenge to create this bike utilizing only vintage technology,” recalls Dotson. “The vintage theme actually Although he is reticent to put a dollar value on his award-winning creation, he does believe it’s easily in the six-figure range. It took Dotson 14 months to complete the bike. The show’s MOTOMASTERS is one of a number of events in the expansive line-up. Also on board is Jason Britton and his team of extreme motorcycle stunt riders and the personal appearance of wrestling superstar GOLDBERG, star of Spike TV’s “Bullrun,” and an avid motorcycle enthusiast and collector. Just recently added will be the rare appearance of the B-120 Wraith and Hellcat from the Confederate Motor Company. Tickets will be available online and at the gate. For additional information go to www.motoexposandiego.com About MotoExpo San Diego: MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO brings together a juried show of motorcycles and the thrilling spectacle of extreme motorcycle stunt riding in a two-day event for motorcycle enthusiasts of all ages and genders. Held October 6-7 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, the event will feature a juried show with 42 open classes and $3,500 in prize money.ED NOTE: Show director David Arnold interviewed Christian Dotson’s design philosophy and approach to building is bike. It’s online at www.motoexposandiego.com |
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Press Release For More Information: Chica Custom Cycles To Exhibit At MotoExpo San Diego Del Mar, CA, September 14, 2007 — The enigmatic Chica, whose customized Harley-Davidson’s two decades ago earned him near-cult status in his native Japan, will be exhibiting at MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO that roars into the Del Mar Fairgrounds October 6 and 7, according to David Arnold, show director. The two-day juried show of customized sports and street cruisers will also feature an assemblage of one-of-a-kind, handcrafted motorcycles in a special display called MOTOMASTERS. “While the rest of us riders were remaining loyal to H-D, back in the 80’s, Chica was taking old Harley’s and customizing them into outrageous bikes for a growing market of Japanese enthusiasts,” recalls Arnold. “When Chica left Japan for Southern California, though, he brought with him a highly refined Oriental design aesthetic which manifests itself in his personal interpretation of American motorcycles.” Located in Huntington Beach, Chica’s Website says that he specializes “in the old style of today – old school look, using today’s technology.” The site also identifies Chica as having achieved a reputation as “one of the nation’s top custom bike builders.” Complete customs from Chica Custom Cycles start at $45,000. “There’s no question about the extraordinary design range he has executed while in interpreting the old school, making it contemporary and relevant at the same time,” says Arnold. “His Ace bike exhibits a menacing profile – hostile and aggressive – while his Chica’s Digger is lithe, graceful and fluid.” Chica, along with customer builder Roland Sands and the Confederate Motor Company – displaying their B120 Wraith and its Hellcat, are early entrants in MOTOMASTERS, an invitation only, beyond-the-jury collection of priceless, one-of-a-kind handcrafted motorcycles that epitomize the highest achievement in aesthetics and engineering. The first entrant was Christian Dotson’s award-winning bike that won the coveted “America’s Most Beautiful Motorcycle award” at this year’s Los Angeles Roadster Show in Pomona. The exciting line-up also includes Jason Britton and his team of extreme motorcycle stunt riders and the personal appearance of wrestling superstar GOLDBERG, star of Spike TV’s “Bullrun,” and an avid motorcycle enthusiast and collector. The two-day event will also feature a dazzling array of vintage motorcycles. Tickets will be available online and at the gate. For additional information go to www.motoexposandiego.com About MotoExpo San Diego: MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO brings together a juried show of motorcycles and the thrilling spectacle of extreme motorcycle stunt riding in a two-day event for motorcycle enthusiasts of all ages and genders. Held October 6-7 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, the event will feature a juried show with 42 open classes and $3,500 in prize money. The show’s highlights will include MOTOMASTERS, a remarkable collection of one-of-a-kind, handcrafted, motorcycles and a vintage motorcycle display with a special feature, “Americas Most Beautiful Motorcycle.” July 16, 2007 |
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Press Release For More Information: Del Mar, CA, September 27, 2007 — Once respected as the fastest production motorcycle in world, the Vincent suffered a slow death in the 1950’s only to come back recently as a strikingly contemporary re-iteration where it can be seen at MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO that roars into the Del Mar Fairgrounds next Saturday and Sunday (October 6 and 7). David Arnold, show director for the first annual MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO, who made the announcement this week, said two prototypes of the iconic Vincent motorcycle will be on display. The juried show of customized sports and street cruisers will also feature an assemblage of one of a kind, handcrafted motorcycles in a special display called MOTOMASTERS. “We are honored that Rancho Santa Fe entrepreneur and rider, Bernardo Li, who is bringing back the Vincent, would agree to showcase these awesome motorcycles at our show,” said Arnold. “The motorcycle world owes Mr. Li and his organization a ‘thumbs up’ for not only making the investment in bringing back the Vincent and creating these two prototypes but for interpreting the bike’s pedigree and turning it into a sleek, dynamic machine – heavy on the horse power but lithe in handling.” According to well-documented media reports, The Vincent Black Lightning hurtled over the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah in 1949, pegging the needle at 151.131 miles per hour, and setting a land speed record for a production motorcycle that would remain unbeatable 20 years beyond the company’s closing in the mid-1950s. The original Vincents, according to Arnold, were made in England and were born of speed. The original builder, Howard Raymond Davies, was committed to building a radical new bike. He did. And it reached 66 mph in 1926. Shortly thereafter, Philip Vincent, also a Brit, bought the company and, in 1949, launched the Vincent in the United States. According to Arnold, the two Vincent prototypes are among other exciting displays and activities taking place Saturday and Sunday at MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO. The two-day event also includes a dazzling array of vintage motorcycles and MOTOMASTERS – an invitation only, beyond-the-jury collection of priceless, one-of-a-kind handcrafted motorcycles that epitomize the highest achievement in aesthetics and engineering. Among those exhibiting are Christian Dotson and his award-winning bike that won the coveted “America’s Most Beautiful Motorcycle award” at this year’s Los Angeles Roadster Show in Pomona, the irrepressible Roland Sands, the enigmatic Chica, and making a rare appearance will be two bikes from Confederate Motor Company – the B-120 Wraith and Hellcat. Tickets will be available online and at the gate. For additional information go to www.motoexposandiego.com About MotoExpo San Diego: MOTOEXPO SAN DIEGO brings together a juried show of motorcycles and the thrilling spectacle of extreme motorcycle stunt riding in a two-day event for motorcycle enthusiasts of all ages and genders. Held October 6-7 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, the event will feature a juried show with 42 open classes and $3,500 in prize money. The show’s highlights will include MOTOMASTERS, a remarkable collection of one-of-a-kind, handcrafted, motorcycles and a vintage motorcycle display. |
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