steve fracy

Rider bib used as a turniquet or sling????? what do I win?

I believe Mich has the ranting part down to a tee, now we just need to get him some exposure in the National Political arena I hear those guys with Hollywood connections do quite well down there in politics! Steve

Glenn: I know I am lucky for sure! I have a huge network of friends, who all at one time were sponsored by Fantic too! I have everyone on the hunt for more Fantic goodies! Steve

How much oil in the gearbox for the 300 anyone?

Masso: Or you can do what I do, ride a 2stroke!!!! Steve

Barry: Where did you get those lever's for your bike from??? Possible to guy a set for a Rev 80??

Outlaw dave has been a great sponsor and friend since 1989. His widsom and tireless spirit for the sport in this country will never be equalled.I admire and appreciate how long he has spent introducing new people to trials, and sharing his and my passion.By using this website, we all know someone in each of our countrie's who makes a huge difference in spreading the word and sustaining the sport in his own way. In Canada, there has never been such a person like Outlaw Dave. Not only do I appreciate him, but am proud at any time for myself and my son to represent him! Cheers, Steve

Not sure who you are referring to mate! Team Squid was an actual team that existed within the US Nationals during the 80's. All sponsored rider's, but very exclusive in it's memebership! Steve

Rumour is it's not a RYP machine that he has switched to, but another importer............... Sounds like a 4RT though!

Glad to see you came to your senses Billy....................that is all!

Lee: As soon as I can get a pic of her with digi camera I will post. Confirmation last night while riding it that the odometer does in fact work!!!! 60 original miles on it and now counting!!! Ordering up a 240 rear fender too! PS. What about jetting? I am sure it is totally stock. Recomend any changes??

FOR SALE: 1 BLUE 07 4T SCORPAHA, BARELY RUN IN BY LITTLE OLD SCOTSMAN. RIDDEN ONLY AT HALF THROTTLE ON SUNDAY'S!!! OFFERS! PS. NEW ONE ON THE WAY???(NOT BLUE)

Thanks Lee! I did have the clutch mod on my 240 and will do it to the 300 too! This bike is mint, found out yesterday riding it that the odometer still works and it has 60 original miles on it!!!! No scratches on the skidplate either, not even broken in! Thing of beauty. Are the stock 300 rear fenders as rare as I have been told?? might change it to save it! Steve

Hey billy/m4RT or whatever name your going by now!! Rumour has it that my new 300 Fantic runs better after 20 odd years than a certain Scotsman's new blue 4banger!!!!

Just wondering if anyone has had any experience lightening flywheels on the 300 Fantic?

Taff: Need to get a digi camera happening! Rode the 300 around tonight a bit, the odometer is working and it only has 60 miles on it believe it or not Taff!! Unreal!

Best Team ever in North America= most fun and best rider's= TEAM SQUID!! You know who you are!!!! Steve

Had just an amazing weekend down in Oregon. Just got home tonight! Picked up the 300 from Ishy.For all of you who saw the pic on the Fantic thread, it is just as immaculate as it looks, and it runs really nice. Motor sounds like new!! With the help of Ish, we sorted the poor mans version of a spark arrestor for my lads bike. Piece of metal screen and hose clamp from Ishy's shop!! cheers for that Ish! Had a small ride there on my new 300, lad got to ride around a bit too. Compared the Beta and Sherco 80's, both nice. Think the Beta is still the best out of the box! Check out this star studded past master list of rider's from the Northwest. Attending the campfire festivities were, Kary Krahel, Dave Pyle, Duane Rinkes, Vance Walker, myself and some new friends who are great guys in the COTA club. Absent and duly missed was Mr. Jay Lael. Hope the lads OK, was really looking forward to hearing some guitar playing and singing though! At the trial the next day, Ish was there as well as another Canuck great, Stan Bakgaard. I would say that it has been at least 20yrs since we were all in the same place together! Biggest kick for me was the trial the next day. Minding for my son and watching him ride the best trial of his life so far. His new Rev80 is truly brilliant and the practise he has been doing is starting to pay off. He ended up winning the Novice class having a brilliant ride!(Lookout TTC next year) Loop scores of 7-7-1!! It was neat to be able to ride against Ishy's lad again after a couple years and see how we are doing! After driving back home for 6hrs then taking ferry back to the island and driving home, first thing out of my lads mouth, can I ride my bike now Dad?? Cheers for a great weekend lads! Steve

Looking forward to a great weekend coming as a great reunion will be happening between myself and some longitme friends. First off, heading to some chaps place, some might know him as Ishy or rtclick, whatever that is supposed to mean . Then on to the local trials dealer for a visit. Then onto the trials site at the base of Mt.Hood Oregon, which I haven't visited since riding a National there in84! In attendance will be COTA regulars such as Ishy, Dennis Sweeten, Jay Lael, Jay Terry. Out of towner list uncludes myself and my son, former SWM and Fantic sponsored rider Dave Pyle. The there will be other locals who haven't been to a trial in many years, former Fantic dealer and rider Duane Rinkes and hopefully a rare appearance by former SWM/Fantic High School Class National Champ Vance "the Jelly Donut" Walker. It will obviously be everything it is billed as, simply by the fact that it has been at least close to 20yrs since all of these names have been in the same place!!! Hopefully someone will get some incriminating pictures! News at 11! Cheers, Steve

My deepest heartfelt sympathies to you Martin and all your family on the loss of your Dad. I never had the privelege of meeting him. He was to many a great role model and embassador for our sport, and a great father and coach to you. Godspeed! Sincerely, Steve

I reserve the right to deny my age when referring to the era of my fav"s. World: Dougie- smoothest, hungriest, and most determined ever! Jordi- raw talent, changed the way we ride, true embassador for the sport Steve Saunders- never witnessed anyone who could get grip like him ever! Thierry Michaud- most amazing rider using the clutch, and he rode a Fantic! US: Geoff Aaron- have known him since he was a teenager. Huge respect for how me has managed to stay so motivated to be the best for so long. A great person with a real personality! Scott Head- The most determined and focused person I ever competed against. Truly under-rated as a National Champ! Ryan Young- the technician! An amazing understanding of technique and a master at executing it. Evident today if you have ever watched one of his training videos!

Ish: There are two 05's here on the rock that have barely a few months riding on them and are going for cheap. I believe you could get them for about $5500 Cdn. I also know there are a couple still in the box around too! Steve

Ron Commo Jr, the Us Beta importer. Try him at www.betausa.com

Hmmm, $$$$$ and bodyguards( aka minder's) to discourage any stalker's? Now it's starting to make more sense

How many "trials" 4T's have Sherco sold???? Not enough to make them continue to produce it perhaps?? In there 07 press release, they state something about the new 2T lineup being what the public wants. GG have not produced a trials4T engine as of yet. probably have a prototype I would guess. Beta the same. Scorpa have used an existing Yam engine much like there 2stroke so I would imagine that must help with cost.They are still working the bugs out of it too. Your theory about the 4T's being built to make money doesn't hold much water as of yet I'd say. If that is the reason, then in my mind it has failed so far. If you can give me facts to prove me wrong, I'll gladly admitt it, but just looking at it from that view, don't see anything rediculous. Steve