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Jerry Ott - 2009-09-28 -

Hi Dave, I want to share with you an experience I had last Saturday Night at our first season race. It occurred on my second moto (#8) on my second lap while riding on the back part of the track between 2 right hand turns. The wind felt cool and was blowing through my shirt and I had a moment as if in a fifth dimension, a moment in time, of seconds that my bike and I were one, elevated, floating above the track and I was at peace. No fear, no apprehension of completing my race. You may think of me crazy but I promise I was not on drugs or alcohol. This feeling that came over me may never happen again but I shall remember it always. I have no explanation for what had happened and don't want one, just the pleasure of riding my bike amongst friends. Thank you for Listening, Jerry Ott

Chuck De Ran - 2009-02-05 -

Ms Nancy & Mr. Dave Thanks for the great time this past wk end. Thank you for the year end awards & jacket. Dave, thanks for advise on new classes to ride. Thank you, to all your helpers and staff. Ms Nancy, thank you for the chili dinner. Thank you both for putting up with me. Thank you both for being you... Chuckie de # 74 V

Tod Colvin - 2009-02-05 -

Thanks for putting on a great event. Our entire family had an excellent time. We look forward to seeing you in Monticello. I was happy to see the date change--my birthday is May 24th. What a great way to spend it. Is there a chance you will have a PW50 race on the Bull Hollow kids track? Brock rode the kids track in Phoenix for the first time and was really having fun. Teri was so proud of finishing her first race that she took her award to work. Thanks, Tod

George Marshall - 2009-02-05 -

Dave and Nancy and all your Crew, THANKS FOR THE GREAT TIME!!!!! Who is that kid I raced against? Whats his story? Thanks, George

Himey Means - 2009-01-14 -

In the top picture from the left; youngest son, Phillip 14, then the late jimmy 16, and dad Himey Means 41. raced the 1977 Parker 400 on 1975 CR 125 Honda The bottom picture from the left/ Son Phillip Means 46 , his son Ryan 13, the late son Jimmy Means, and his son Andrew 22, and grampa Himey Means 72. Interred in the 2009 Parker 250. On a CRF 250X To do this it takes a lot of love and support from family and friends. Thanks Himey

Laura Rogers - 2009-01-01 -

I just looked at the photos for race #4. KUDOS to Stephanie Coons for such great shots. She did a wonderful job of including every rider (?) and the crowd. We're very lucky to have Stephanie who's willing to donate her time. Thanks!! Laura Rogers

Jerry Ott - 2008-11-24 - Race #2

November 16th race had an amazing turn out of racers, family, & friends. During the day at anytime you could see the viewing stands full of spectators and the pits were loaded with toy haulers and bike trailers. What pleasantly surprised me was the trophy presentation, I don't remember a time when so many people gathered to cheer on their favorite riders and accept recognition for competing & completing the days moto's. There is also the number of NEW Names of riders that came out to partake on this wonderful day of racing, not to forget the distances that many traveled to be at our AVDRA Race. How does one get more surprised then this well take notice of the fact that almost all racers were there for the trophy presentation and that when the ceremony was over there was no mad dash to exit. It is days like this that remind me why I want to be a member and associated with such a find group of people. Thank you for another great day to be alive. Jerry Ott

Jerry Ott - 2008-10-14 -

A BIG CONGRAT'S to Rick "Super Hunky" Sieman for the pictures he took on October 4th & 5th. The side view of most of the bikes and riders are worth keeping in each members scrapbook. The candid shots of the pit area tell a story of preparation.

Shawn Warner - 2008-10-07 - Trials Report

It looked like we were about to start the 1st AVDRA Trial of the 2008-2009 Season any minute, when Bill Henry approached Dave Boydstun, myself, Jim Rike and Bruce Huling to say thanks to Dave for the mornings Cross -Country... Bill was out of his riding gear and ready for the drive home. But before he got too many words out of his mouth, Dave asked him "are you riding trials...?" Bills' response: "Sure, what is it...?" I had told Dave earlier that I brought a spare trials bike and if someone wanted to ride it, they were welcome. I made the offer to a few AVDRA riders that rode the morning Cross Country, but had no takers. Dave offered the ride to Bill and Bill accepted. Bill changed back into his gear, rode my Yamaha TY 250 around the Pit Area a few times, Jim Rike made some tire pressure adjustments for him and we were ready for the riders meeting. We had six competitors...since we were a Buddy-Check trials, we decided to all ride together rather than break up into smaller groups. We went through the usual no kicking, no biting, no fighting type stuff and were on our way to Section One...which turned out to be one of the more difficult sections. So much for a warm-up. When Jim Rike, myself and my youngest son Mitch lay out a course...we don't ride any section, so it's fair to other competitors on the day of the Event. Sometimes this approach leads to some surprises. Again Bill Henry, riding his first trial..picked up the habit quickly and rode very well. He scored 14 points in the Beginner Vintage Class, so we hope to see him find an old trials bike and ride again with us soon. Bruce Huling picked up an extremely clean Yamaha TY 250 and rode it for the first time in the Vintage Novice class. Bruce had a few struggles in the beginning, but found his rhythm soon and rode very well for the day scoring 35 marks. Bruce also brought some friends along to spectate...possibly future AVDRA Vintage Trials riders? CAT Vintage Class regular Rich Palmer showed us how it's done, although not on his usual Orange and White Yamaha 175, but on his 1977 Montesa 348 in the Twin Shock Expert class. Rich scored 17 marks for the event. Joe Rea brought his 2006 Beta and ran the "Run What ya' Brung" Novice class, scoring only 5 marks for the event. Joe is also a regular at CAT trials and says he will pass the word at next weekends CAT Trial in Kingman what a fun time he had today...THANKS JOE! Jim RIke rode his 1973 Ossa MAR with the same enthusiasm that earned him several regional and national motocross titles aboard his Maico's and Yamaha's. Jim entertained participants and spectators at no less than two sections as he attacked sections buckaroo-banzai-style spending more time in the air than on the ground. Jim scored a 26 for the day in the Novice Vintage class (Move 'em UP...!!!) I had bike trouble after running the first section of the first loop...my 1976 Bultaco Sherpa T 350 starting making some ratcheting sounds, possibly a main bearing, maybe something else. MMI Instructor and vintage motorcycle extrordinaire Gary Jensen said it best after giving the motor a listen..."nothing a little money won't cure". Fortunately for yours truly, the AVDRA Trials rule states the rider is the Entry, not the bike. So switching motorcycles is legal...however, I just loaned my spare bike to Bill Henry. So, Bill and I shared my TY 250 for the Event. Jim and I also laid out the course over a very small area, making it easier for spectators to walk around or watch from the Vintage MX Track bleachers...which made it much easier to share a bike. I scored 36 points for the day in the Intermediate Twin Shock class. Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI) instructors and vintage enthusiasts Bruce Barton and as previously mentioned, Gary Jensen, also attended to spectate. Bruce had hoped to get his Montesa 123 running for the event, but didn't get some shifting problems worked out in time. We hope to see him get his machine running and ride with us soon. As we completed our last loop, Dave and Nancy Ferguson tore down sections with the help of Rich Palmers wife (sorry, I never caught her name). A quick check of the time clock showed we completed three loops, buddy checked everyone and had an absolutely great time in 3 hours 40 minutes. Thanks again to all those that participated and helped with set-up and tear-down. The next AVDRA trial is just after Christmas...hope to see you then!!!

Pam Gorman - 2008-09-10 - Sportswoman of the Year

Dave And Nancy, I want to thank you for the Sportswoman of the year award. I was totally surprised. I didn’t see it coming at all. You have made me feel like a real part of the group. It is a good feeling. You and AVDRA don’t know how much you helped me through a difficult period of my life. You are truly appreciated. You can count on my help in any capacity, any time. Thanks again, Pam

Nancy Ferguson - 2008-04-16 -

The last day race was great. Started out with a super turn out at the pot-luck. We had about 25 or so come out. Sunday dawned a pretty sunny day that soon turned rather hot fast. But none of that stopped the riders form coming out to enjoy a day of racing. The one thing I really want to touch on is the "families" that come out and race together. Here are a few. The Taits’, Marty and Garrett have raced together now for a few years; this year we have the big sister (Taylor) racing too. Along with mom Betsy, the score keeper who we could not do without. The Suttons' Jimmy races from time to time but little Jason doesn't miss a race. Then we have big sister Shelby who is one of our trustworthy flaggers at every race as well. The Monroe's Ron and Tanner are at just about all the races unless work interferes. Bruce and Kyle Kenyon along with Uncle Roger are always the faithful supporters. The Warner's Shawn, Zack, Mitch and last year Karen, who would like to be back out there but due to bike issues she just cheers them all on. New to the pack the Howards’. Not only dad Matt, but all four kids Chelsea, Cody, Chad, and Corey ride!!! Starting at 7 years up to 15 years. Along with mom Marcy rooting them all along. Way to go Howard's!!! The Hjerpe's are usually there. But there are times the boys Aaron and Alex just cheer on Dad, Brett. Another new family is Gerardo and Edi Santibanez. Gerardo only missed one and a half races and that was due to a broken collar bone. I could go on and on. If I did not mention you , I am sorry; you are not forgotten. My point here was to show how great it is to see so many families that come out and not just support dad, mom, brother or sister on but all race together. As a person that is BIG on families and memories, I can't help but think of the great memories that are being made, and can only think of the stories that will be told in about 10 or 20 years from now when these kids are married and having their own families. I do not want any one of you to think that you are not important to us because you are who makes this club what it is. AVDRA would not be a successful Vintage Club if you did not come out and race with us each month. With that said THANK YOU!!! There are a few Championships that are going down to the final race. May 17th should make for a good race. Also to be decided it the "Big Honda Suzuki Challenge." It too has come down to the last race. Don't forget that the last race May 17th is a double-points race. We will have Banquet tickets available at the last race. Please keep a check on the web site for any new info that we may post. See all of you in a few weeks!

Guy Coulston - 2008-02-14 -

Dave and Nancy, Sorry, I should have sent this sooner. A very big thanks to you and everyone else who had a part in the weekend. The mood, the atmosphere was so relaxed, for the first time after a race I wasn't in my truck on the way home five minutes after my last race. Up here in the Northwest, we have talked about something like this for years and we will be eternally grateful to you guys for taking the risk. Whatever I can do to help, just ask. Look forward to the next one.

Jim O'Sullivan - 2008-02-14 -

Thank you for a thoroughly enjoyable time at the races last weekend! The races were well organized and the track was amazing (even for a mid-pack "veteran" novice)! Such a great way for me to return to racing!

George Marshall - 2008-02-13 -

Dave, Nancy, Mark and crew, Thanks for the GREAT time!! You all make going to the races alot of fun! See y'all soon,

Walter Nash - 2008-02-13 -

Carlos Serrano was the honored Legend of MX at the recent 12th annual Dual in the Desert at Speedworld Raceway Park in Phoenix. The event was the season opening race in the 2008 AVDRA Western States Vintage Moto Cross Series.

Carlos presented each competitor with their trophy and autographed it at the closing ceremonies. He also raced in two classes scoring a runner up finish in GP 50+ Expert and a fourth place in GP II 500 Expert. Most importantly, Carlos and the rest of the Baja Arizona Posse had a great time seeing old friends at the races!

Serrano is also leading the points in the AVDRA District 1 2007-2008 Championship in GP 50+ Expert.

Our thanks to Dave Boydstun for a great weekend of racing and to Mike Marsing of WPS for the terrific Fly gear. Our very special thanks go out to Jack Dillon and Ken Saunders of Eastside Cycle in Tucson for more than 30 years of friendship and support.

The attached photos are of Carlos from this past weekend at Speedworld on his '81 Maico 490 and from the 1981 AMA SX race at Anaheim Stadium on the factory Maico 250.

AVDRA ~ National - Letters - Carlos Serrano

Jon Bren - 2008-02-12 -

Super job on DiD 12!! As always it was super fun and the track, facility and event management were great. It was great for me to see many of the old faces and you should be proud of the support you are getting from people outside of your area. I think if you remain focused on what you said at the rider's meeting about running the events for the enjoyment of the participants, I think you will have a great series and a growing membership. There is a reason I am keeping 2 bikes in your area: To ride more of your events! Hope to see you in March!!

Jerry Ott - 2008-02-11 -

CONGRATULATIONS!! Dear Nancy, Dave, and Mark, I want to congratulate you all for a great weekend of exciting motorcycle events. The 12th annual “Duel In The Desert” seemed (at my level) to go extremely smooth with minimum of impediment. Dave, your visions for the future of our club are here at last. You, Mark, and the Western States Vintage Moto Cross Series should be very proud of this First National Event. It took a lot of people to make this happen under the guidance of you all and the results were superb. I’m sure it would have been more difficult without Nancy’s keen eye and her continuous attack on the not so obvious details that were needed to connect many loose ends together. Nancy, you’re behind the scenes effort and devotion was noticed by many and to you Many Hugs and a Heart filled Thank You! It goes without saying that Mark your friendship with Dave and many of us riders, fans, & family shows in the devotion you have to our sport. Your unselfish travels to Arizona and desire to assist in the smooth function of each event can only be contagious. The leadership and same mind-set as that of Dave’s has allowed for a multiple source of information and guidance. Your help to me as a new rider is greatly appreciated. Nancy, I remember when you first came with Dave to a Sunday event and how much you looked like you weren’t sure if you should be here. Your eyes seemed to be asking “What the hell have I gotten myself into”! As time went by and you became more comfortable with these lunatics call “Vintage Motocross” riders you went from “keep the dirt away from my clothes” to “dirt-what-dirt” of a lady. How you have learned the lingo of motorcycles, vast knowledge of acronyms, and the ways of motorcycles in such a short time is a credit to your love for Dave and the sport he calls work and FUN. I know this sound too much like a testimonial but these thoughts have gone too long without mentioning. I write this not for publishing and notoriety but from one that has appreciated the continued friendship of very special people. Thank you, Jerry Ott P.S. Maybe at one of our home events we could watch Dave and Mark race together or each other for the entertainment of all.

Roger Kenyon - 2008-02-11 -

Am sitting here in my office licking my sore muscles and pondering this last weekends event, Duel in the Desert 12. I had an awesome three days and the comradery with old friends and new ones was just as good as always. Friday was a great Cross Country layout and although my bike problems hampered my laps times, I still finished and managed to only get lapped once by Mr. Coupe. Saturday's GP MX was also great as always and the track stayed tacky all day. Did they even water it? I didn't compete, but did get a chance to talk to Jed Bates at the Trials and they set up a pretty cool trials event. Low key, but not in the difficulty area. Looks like the riders were having a good time. They did have some really good riders and it was Donna's first exposure to what a Trials event was all about. She had no idea someone could do those things with a motorcycle. I worked the starting line on Sunday and had a little fun with Dave Coupe. Bruce and I started putting rocks on his concrete starting pad and I even set an 18" concrete block under his gate at one point so it would not drop. He is a great sport and loves to goof around. Also, working the starting line was quite an eye opening experience for me. I had no idea that such a minor thing could consume so much energy. Making sure everyone was in the correct race and gate and verifying with the tower number corrections and missing starters. Lots of work. Once again, my eyes have become wider as to the amount of energy and work that you and the AVDRA crew must do to pull off such a great event. Hal did a great job of announcing and once again I find it amazing that someone can talk so long and still have a voice! I was also very pleased that there were no major incidents and no ambulance rides! A safe weekend!!!! If you get a chance to talk to Dan Mathew's, thank him and his crew for me for hosting the event and prepping three great tracks. Oh, and the Dirt Track and TT which I did not get a chance to see. And finally, Thank you, Thank You, Thank You for keeping the politics at a minimum. We didn't come there to hear about the political stuff going on right now. If anything, we went there to get away from it. We just wanted to race and have a great time and you provided that and more. Thanks again, and I can't wait until next year. Roger Kenyon

Steele Campbell - 2008-02-11 -

I tried to find you all Sunday before I headed out but you all were swamped and I did not want to bother you. My 1974 CR250 wadded up the chain in the engine so my day was done pretty quick. It was a GREAT weekend, Chris and I sure had a great time, thanks.

Dan Lay - 2008-02-10 -

I really and truly just wanted to say CONGRATULATIONS! What a great event. I had a blast. The track was incredible and very fun to ride. Looking forward to many more with AVDRA. Again Congratulations on a well put together and fun event. Dan Lay #812

Nancy Ferguson - 2008-01-07 - 1/6/08 Race

We made it through double races back to back. Again, weather threatened to not be on our side, but held off until after the races were over. Dave was ready to move to the desert if he needed to. We got to the track early Saturday morning. It looked like it was going to downpour all day, yet it only misted two or three times on us. We had some SPICY chili, yummy meatballs, and Mexican cornbread for our Pot-Luck Saturday evening. Then Thanks to Ed Kavanagh and his son Justin, they borrowed a motor home again WITH Direct TV, and we got to sit and watch Super Cross Live. We were all huddled under the covered area with heaters around us. Thanks to Pam Gorman, she showed up with her famous Brownies for dessert. (Thanks to all who helped out with the food!) Just as we were going to sleep, I heard the rain start. I said "David do you hear that?" His reply was “Nope I don't hear a thing." All day on Saturday he kept saying it was not going to rain. So off to sleep praying that it stopped soon!!! I was up at 5:30 and outside to start the coffee. It had rained a little and smelled great, but NO Puddles or anything. After it got light we could see that it had barely rained. Randy (the tractor driver) said he had to water a couple areas that he cut in. As usual the first one in the gat was Mark Baird up from Tucson. He has truly been bitten by the Vintage Racing Bug. And is he ever riding good. Mark you have come along way in the last 5 races!!! We had just over 75 entries; not what we would have liked to see, but not bad due to weather and back to back races. Took in 6 new entries and one renewal (yea Suzette's back racing) so pretty good considering it was raining all around us. I hate to say we had two kids get hurt. First one was Luke Morari in the mini class. He and Garrett got tangled up and both went down. Luke suffers from a broken wrist and hurt knee. We will know more this Friday on him. Garrett walk/rode away unhurt...UNTIL his Vintage race. I am not sure what happened, but he went down and when we came up I said it’s his arm. Yes, he broke his upper arm. Good news for Garrett he may have got an extra day off from school. Both boys should recover great and both have very good pain meds for now. I never like to see anybody get hurt, most of all our kids, as you know they are very close to my heart. But they do recover a little faster than us older folks. That pretty much sums up our weekend at the track. Hats off to all that came out and supported AVDRA this past weekend. PLEASE remember to get your ENTRIES IN NO LATER THAT JANUARY 28TH for the National (2/8, 9, 10.) You will be able to sign up at the track, but will have to pay $10.00 more per entry. I don't want you to have to do that. Remember that in the next week or so you can enter online. Please keep a check on the website as we are adding to it nearly everyday. I will send out a couple e-mails between now and the National in February. Sorry I did not get something written up for the RAD Race. I was sick the beginning of the week and then slammed getting ready for the next race. Good news, Bob McDowell is ok after taking a fall and being a part of the track (he got run over). He did bruise a rib, but nothing was broken. He is sore but will be back with us for the National. Diana McDowell also went down and twisted her ankle...BUT did not break it, so she too will be back with us in February. Had a HUGE turnout! 145 total riders including our "first timers." Way to go AVDRA members for sharing your love of Vintage Bikes with those around you. We just keep growing and growing. As of today (1/7/08) we have 211 members!!! The AVDRA name is out and others like what they see in you, and are joining from around the country. Thank you for being who you are and making AVDRA what it is. See you in four weeks at the National "Duel In The Desert #12" Nancy

Nancy Ferguson - 2007-12-02 - Race #4

What a weekend… We got to the track a little after 1:00 pm Saturday afternoon and what a mess. Our little vintage track had a good two feet of water on most of her, a little more in some places and not quite that much on others. I thought a Jet Ski race was on tap. Dave looked at me and said “we are going to ride out in the desert. Randy our tractor driver said, “Man I can have this track ready by tomorrow morning.” (Hats off to him and his cousin Roger for having the national track ready for practice this morning.) Dave said “there aint NO WAY man, we are going to race the desert just like way back in the day.” An hour after getting there Dave and Tim Thomas #33u take off to the desert in the golf cart. About 45 minutes later here they come with big grins on their faces. “Yep we have it all figured out, we need to get some tape and stakes.” So back out they go. It was windy and cold and looked like it could rain at any minute for several hours. But they got it all taken care of. Sunday morning was a tad chilly, but after carting all our race stuff over to the sand drag pits we were ready to start the day off. Sorry there was no directions to let ya’ll know that was where we were. I think it all turned out well. I never heard anyone complain about the track. (Sorry GP bikes that there was no jumps over 2 feet tall.) I think all enjoyed the hand on helmet start. I had several older guys that really did enjoy the day…took them back a few years. During trophy’s Dave asked if the riders wanted to do this type of track once a year. All but one said yes. (Sorry Salena) What about the half-time race??? The “Buddy Race” was something to watch. Way to go “Team Kenyon” Roger was LAST off the start (which was a dead-engine start), but by the second lap they were way out in the lead. Hats off to the two new GIRLS (Taylor Tait and Christine Kenyon) today they each took home first place trophies!! Congrats to Kyle Kenyon on his new ability level…He is now a proud Intermediate. A BIG thanks to those who came from out of state… Jonathan Bren from New York, John Hart from Las Vegas, NV, and Himey Means from Earp, CA, (if I missed someone sorry.) Yes, we did have potluck dinner on Saturday and had lots to spare!! But the Thomas’, Jim Rike, Dave and myself did not go hungry. I will bring out the left-over’s on the 30th. I hope to see all of you at the next race, and if you missed this one, then please know that you were missed. (Unless your competitor was there and chasing points LOL) Have a “VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS” and we will see you on the 30th. Nancy

Nancy Ferguson - 2007-09-23 - To Members of AVDRA

A.V.D.R.A’s first race of the 2007-2008 season was a HUGE success! We were just a little worried about it being a night race, and then we get to the track Friday night to find high winds and rain off and on all night. All of Saturday as we worked on the track to get ready for the race, it threatened to rain. BUT as time went on the weather turned out to be wonderful, and nothing but a breeze to cool things off. I enjoyed meeting the new faces that have joined A.V.D.R.A. this season. Everybody seemed to have a good time and said they would be back next month. As always the kid’s race seemed to be the big draw or was it Carlos Serrano’s races?? Any how it was a great night of racing and just hanging out with the A.V.D.R.A. family. After this first race we now have over 100 memberships!!! I remember last year in December having about 130. And by the end of the year we had well over 150 memberships. We were missing quite a few of our regulars due to it being a night race and other activities. I can’t wait for next month to see them. We will go back to our regular schedule and will be racing on Sundays. And starting back up in October are the Saturday night pot luck dinners with lots of bench racing around the fire pit. One last thing, I just wanted to mention that Nic Gerardi had a nasty fall last night, but my last check on him he seemed to be his perky self. Probably pretty sore today though. A big thank you to all who got to come out and race, watch, help, and etc. A.V.D.R.A. is what it is because of all the great members we have in our family. See you next month. Nancy F.

The Warners - 2007-09-01 - The Banquet

Absolutely…super job by Dave and Nancy. Another great banquet with great food, great people and lots of banter around our favorite subject: vintage dirt bikes…!!! Ironically, I was just thinking on Saturday how Zack seems to go thru bikes quickly due to his growth rate…while younger brother Mitch has ridden hand-me down machines. And the ole’ Suzook 8o is looking plenty tired. So last night we decided that the RM goes up for sale and Mitch will ride the new mini with the other kids…until he is ready for the 125 assembled from the two bikes we got from Steve Prinke. Then we will keep the mini as the family fun / pit bike…that way we will all get plenty use out of it. Whoo-hoo…it’s just now sinking in that I actually won the bike…!!! Great seeing everyone…talk to ya’ll soon. Shawn, Karen, Mitch and Zack Warner

Bruce - 2007-09-01 - The Banquet

Dave & Nancy, Great Banquet yesterday. Best Turnout yet !! Best Show yet !!! That is going to be hard to top, but I’m sure by next year, you’ll come up with something. Regards, Bruce

Ed Kavanagh - 2007-09-01 - About the Iron Man

Thanks, I am pretty proud of this achievement but during the season I saw who the real Iron Men Are. Like the guys in their 70’s and 80’s that are still Racing Or the guy with knees so bad he can’t even start his own bike but races anyway Or the guy that takes in a nephew like one of his own and makes sure he is good to go on race day Or the gal that breaks the front ends off her bike, takes a nasty spill, walks away and comes back to race again, Or the college kid that while taking a full load of classes rides every race on the national schedule and every regional he can get to and pulls straight A’s Or the guy that only has enough extra cash for one entry so he let’s his son race instead of himself Or the guys that wake up every day and choose to stay clean and sober. Or the race promoter that year in year out race after race makes sure all we have to do is show up pay our entry and race Or the guy flat on his back with Paramedics looking up and asking me “aren’t you in this moto? You better get going. These are the real Iron Men and Women, These are people I count among my friends and I am proud of it. Ed Kavanagh 2 time Iron Man About AVDRA We have all heard the clichés such as you never miss the water until the well runs dry or the grass is greener on the other side. Well I was one of those guys when I first started racing with the AVDRA. I had all the normal “Observations” such as. They need to do more to increase membership We should race at other tracks The motos are too short There should be more classes The trophies should be better The track is too technical In the past 2 years I have had the pleasure to race 12 national races in AZ, CO, CA, OH, and TX. And from my perspective we have, beyond a reasonable doubt, the best club in the nation. Many other clubs would love to have what we have. To put this to point let’s go through my list of “Observations” again We have the largest active membership in the nation bar none. Our average entries at any given race rival most of the national entries. Other clubs would love to have a home track; with a few exceptions, the national tracks are no better than ours. And other regions have to fight for track time, schedule, reschedule, cancellations etc. It is a real testimony when we have racers from CA drive past Competitive Edge, Glen Helen, Perris etc. to come and race with us. The moto format exists for a reason. At many of the nationals we raced a 5 lap first moto, and to make up time we race a 3 lap second moto, and still don’t finish until 4:00 on Sunday. Our races run on time efficiently and most importantly safely. I was surprised at my first National that the trophies look a lot like ours. Besides if the trophies were any larger, the way Dave hands them out I could re-roof 2 houses. There is no such thing as a trophy presentation at many races. The way we recognize and honor competitors after a race day, I feel is what turns our club into a family. Of all the tracks I have ridden there have been a few epic tracks but at the end of the race what I remember is the gathering and not the track. Everyone rides the same track, some days are better than others but at least when we show up we know we will have a track and a crew working on it. Having said this I have a new observation. We have something pretty cool here, We have a track owner and a race promoter that really understand what we need, will listen to suggestions and most of all make sure that all I ever need to do is show up, pay my entry and go racing. See ya at the start gate Ed Kavanagh National Points Chaser 79 Maico 98G

Gregg and Kelly - 2007-09-01 - The Banquet

Dave and Nancy, Thank you for another great time. It was really kool to see everyone and talk with Bill and Gene. Looking forward to the 22 nd! Gregg and Kelly

Jim - 2007-09-01 - The Banquet

Howdy All YES! I would like to reaffirm Gregg and Kelly. “Dave and Nancy Thank you for another great time. It was really kool to see everyone and talk with Bill and Gene. Looking forward to the 22 nd!” On another note, I can’t wait to see Shawn Warner racin the Pit-Bike he won. Way to go Shawn! (YAHOOOOOO) Jim

Nancy Ferguson - 2007-09-01 - To Members of AVDRA

I just want to thank everybody who came to the 2006-2007 Awards Banquet and made it the success it was! This is the largest turn out in the history of A.V.D.R.A., over 150 people. A special THANK YOU to all who came out and helped me set up: Laura & Tom Rogers, David Perez, Gregg Roth and Kelly, Mark & Gail Arsenault, Rob Loubier and his friend Mark. Without your help I don't know how I would have gotten it done. Dave Clayden, WOW the shirts are great!!!! Again you out did yourself. Dan Jones, the photos look great! Thank you! Norm Thanks for helping with the membership cards, etc. You spent your free time handing out cards when you could have been visiting with your A.V.D.R.A. family about the upcoming racing season. Paul, I will get that name plate to you. Lynda, sorry about the mix up I will have another plate to you soon. I could go on and on but I won't. Last but not least, David Thank you for coming into my life, you are my breath of fresh air each and every day. I never knew I was missing anything in life until I meet you. Thank you!! I am looking forward to another great year of racing with some of the Greatest Friends I have ever known. My hat goes off to all of you! See you in a couple weeks at the track. Nancy

Jerry Ott - 2007-05-01 - To Members of AVDRA

During the races on Saturday evening May 19th, I experience a Diabetic attack that required me to be transported to Del Webb Hospital. My blood sugar had increased to a high level without any warning to me. I would like to take this time to thank everyone for their help, concerns and best wishes. In addition, I want to thank those that helped Ed Kavanagh during and after the racing with those tasks that I usually do. This is a fantastic club and you the members are what make it so grand. Thank you All, Jerry Ott

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