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City, I'll have that deal arranged in the am and I'll call you.

Notice the raised bars for a comfortable sitting position. At 6'5" I don't really like to lick my knees when I ride and this has all the power and handling of the Mille. Infact it's basically a Mille with the fairings removed and the bars raised. It seems as though 118mph in the dirt on my KTM520 isn't fast enough so well see if I can kill myself at 180 on the street. Hey Dave, got your camara ready???

Taff I like the color on the 03 better than the 04 and there aren't any changes to the '04 anyway. Funny how I seem to be into bikes that don't change

In case there is a street enthusiast out there that knows someone that has one.... I want it. The 03 Tuono is hard to find and I need one [doctor's orders]

Ish, You're still going to Duluth aren't you???

Are any of you guys going?

Do they have a clown class? I'd like to sign up

Nigel, I could be mistaken but I thought Manzano was 15 two years ago at Duluth or was it three years ago in Washington. Why do you say that a 15yr old can't enter?

Ish, How about $494.00? Considering that you could buy a house in certain parts of the country for the amount I pay in taxes each year, $500 a year for the privalege of driving on a road I paid to have built so 'the man' I pay to sit there and give me another bill because I didn't spend enough time on that same road all seems justified. And yes I'm proud to be an American as silly as that sounds at times it's better than Irak Eric, Thanks buddy!

Kids don't try this sort of thing at home. I have a ton of life and medical insurance and a special licence that I had to ride a short yellow bus to class to obtain:

Pipster, Did you happen to talk to Florin about it this weekend? I would think that he would be fired up for the WR. Question for everyone; How young is the youngest American rider to enter a world round? Cody Webb @ 15???? How old was Bernie?

I hereby dedicate my El Trial de Espana ride to Christy. You can only imagine the motivation you get from having that woman on top of a huge step spotting you. With a crowd of thousands cheering me on I was able to block it all out except for her voice telling me I could do it. Of course I also have to credit Kip Webb as well. Also instilling confidence to attempt the huge stuff knowing that gorilla was there to catch my bike if I failed, which he had to do a couple of times.

Yeah I shed blood sweat and tears for the American Trials Association all to give my fellow Americans a good show!

First of all a huge thanks to MONTESA and GAS GAS for delivering riders for El Trial de Espana. Congratulations for putting on a great show for the all the people that made the trip! Of course we all understand the logistics and costs for sending a rider to El Trial this year was less than desirable and that's why were sure that the teams that did not send a rider and intend to compete in the TDN will more than happy to use the money they saved to support their riders themselves. After two days of El Trial competition: 1st place Chris Florin on Montesa 2nd place Geoff Aaron on Gas Gas 3rd place Cody Webb on Gas Gas

Confirmed champ riders so far: Geoff Aaron Chris Florin Any others?????? Will the RYP booth be here?? Ryon, Wilson, it wouldn't be El Trial without you guys.

Would all champ class riders please let me who are planning to attend El Trial? I know the national schedule isn't very user friendly this year and I'd like to know prior to setting up the Sunday exibition sections. Lord knows if you guys don't show up I'll have to do it and I don't think we have enough protective gear to pass out to the crowd. regards on behalf of the American Trials Association, Ringo

Hey DG, There's this cozy little bar across the bay with some unique entertainment. One particular cocktail waitress has a team full monty sticker on her tab pad so we plan on visiting that spot for a moment. A couple of boys joined the TFM on a party night at the last World Round and they will never forget it. I just wonder how they explained to their wives how their underwear ended up on their heads. So are you down with the sickness???

The countdown has begun! The ringojet arrives in Minnesota on Friday and will not depart until Monday. Tours of the jet offered to females only. The team will be in full force [Ringo, Maximum, IronMan, Skull headed mother F***er, & the Godfather] Lock up your wifes but be sure to bring your daughters The only question is how many of you Canadian's think you'll be able to hang with Da Boys on Friday night? Of course I'll have to be somewhat mellow comparatively as the obsticles in a world round are slightly harder than what we're used to competing on over here. I've had plenty of practice on the Big Stuff since I've moved closer to Lucerne so I think I'll be ready to attempt anything those guys are hitting. Hey Martin, I'm counting on you to have that extra minder for me Andy, how do you make one of those polls where my friends here can vote to see how I place?

Sorry to report that this event has been cancelled. I was particulary bummed as Ontario is only 1.5 hours from my home. Not sure why but it had been rescheduled to Costa Mesa then ultimately cancelled. If I hear anything I'll be sure to tell the Beave, that way you'll all hear about it multiple times.

Well there you have it. Americans can't drink. I guess we simply know where to draw the line. You seem to have trouble drawing the line because your shopping cart full of bags that sits in the driveway to your cardboard box has a bent wheel. If you stop drinking long enough to sober up halfway you might figure out that all those empty beer cans you have lying in your backyard at the dump could generate enough revenue for you to buy yourself a shower and shave at the truck stop down the street and then you'd be on your way to financial freedom as you begin washing windshields for a quarter and then moving up to the big time selling oranges at the intersection. Trust me, the sign that you hold up everyday that says "will work for canadian beer" really isn't the way to go. Good Lord, have some self respect

Sendo! I drag you outa hiding and that is all ya got? What kinda lame ass, beta riddin, lace panty wearing post was that? Good Lord, that frying Vietnam Nam space cowboy you got scarring away the seventh day adventists could outdo that before downing his sixpac of Schlitz before breakfast. I guess that AZ sun is kickin in already and melting that ice cube of a brain you got. Nice to see you in Lucerne and McCain. Oh wait, you weren't there!!! Did Gwen have you out shopping for a new set of lingerie cuz she's tired of seeing you in that raged out teddy? Yo Fat Bas terd, The day you weigh less than my OBESE Monty will be the day I join a monestery. The kids are awesome, don't ever mention the A word again and you'll remain someone who I regretully acknowledge existence. As far as the beav telling a story about me... I can hardly wait! You know he's practicing to write kids novels, that's why he competes in the kids class on kids bikes. I always encourage riders to ride at thier own comfort level. As far as me getting hurt, I wouldn't know as I don't feel pain. Yeah I donated some skin and blood to a wall but that never stops me from ridding. Just call me an artist! Wear do I find his story. BTW, tell Gail and the kids I said WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAS AWWWWWWWWWWWP email me for my new numbers ringomoto@yahoo.com

Now now Too Fast, I certainly hope you're not implying that I'm the one that gets mad. I use this board for sheer humour at the expense of others. Most get it and are humoured but I'll have to admit there are some pretty lame WEENIES out there that actually take me seriously and get their tight little pink panties in a wad over a die-hard Monty fan who shamelessly plugs the brand of bike he rides. If I thought another brand of bike could take the abuse that I dole out to a bike I might give it a shot. You can't imagine the number of times I've heard someone say "I've never seen that done to a bike before" "Man, you can't do that to a bike" HRC gives new meaning to "Bulletproof" The funniest part is that in person, it doesn't matter if your out competing on a Sherpa T or a brand new Montesa. IT'S ALL GOOD. So with all that said and finding out what a really nice guy I am I trust you'll never imply that I have a mean bone in my body or else I'll fly over to your country, kick in your door, slap you like a red headed step child and then I'll take your bike out and ride it

Hey Cat, That must be 'johnnycat'?. I've actually thought about making a video of stuff like ridding the Long Beach steps and blocks that are in front of the Police Station, the waterfalls on the freeway on ramps in Orange County, etc. I like the Johnny Knoxville disquise idea. Now we're getting somewhere. How about riding up and over an actual Police Car. I'd do it if someone else will pay my bail and damages. Here's a new pole for the board: Who's the bigger Jackass? a] Johnny Knoxville b] Johnny Ringo on a trials motorcycle

Hey Wilson, Pictures of Kerry & Christi in action??? Out of sheer respect for them and cuz there really are very cool, I'll leave that one alone.

Hey Jay, Nice pic of you and Dennis banging bars in Cycle News. For those of you that didn't catch it, there's a article on a vintge motocross race in WA and the picture used is that of two trials riders, Dennis Sweeten & Jay. What are the odds that un unrelated event, having nothing to do with trials, would pull up that pic. VERY COOL!