Kris Krome and girlfriend, Kyle Shorey and Kimmy Cruz - Daytona Bike Week 2010

What's Happening at Daytona Bike Week?

Saturday night was COLD - everyone was at the bars, including Kris Krome and his girlfriend, Kyle Shorey - pictured here with Kimmy Cruz, who is out having her own fun.

Find Kris Krome (World Champion 2009 Custom Bike Builder)  at Daytona Harley-Davidson on Beach Street.

Kris' World Championship motorcycle RE-FLEX-TION is on display, along with 7-time NHRA World Champion Tony Schumacher`s T/F 1.



Kris Krome Customs
Freeland, MI.- USA

Kris, has over eight years in the bike building and customization industry. He received his welding certification at age 12 and worked alongside his father in construction steel fabrication in the automotive racing industry.

Kimmy, Kris and Kyle will be at the Shade Tree Industry Show at 7 p.m. Tuesday night at The Dog House. Thursday, they will be attending the 2nd Annual Biker's Fusion Benefit for Soldier's Angels to mingle with motorcycle magazine editors and other industry media personalities at The Dog House.

Stunt Riding XDL Series Underway at Daytona Speedway

The XDL Championship Series is underway at Daytona International Speedway, Feb. 26 to 28th - Daytona Bike Week 2010.

The series continues at Lake Havasu City, Nashville, Los Angeles, Dallas and finishes with the now traditional MotoGP weekend at Indianapolis. Specific dates are listed below.

"As a motorsports-based action sport the schedule is a very important part of our series," said Randy Grube, XDL founder. "And it is one we have worked tirelessly at improving. I'm proud of what we have to offer for 2010 because it shows the acceptance XDL has gained and the direction we are headed in.

"Every stop on the tour is now part of a bigger happening, or in a key market, or both. I'm excited, our athletes are excited and I think 2010 will be a great year."

Round 1: Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach, FL - February 26-28 (Bike Week)

Round 2: Havasu 95 Speedway, Lake Havasu City, AZ - April 9,10

Round 3: Nashville Superspeedway, Nashville, TN - May 14, 15

Round 4: Toyota Speedway at Irwindale, Los Angeles, CA - June 18, 19

Round 5: Dallas, TX - July 9-11

Finals: Indianapolis, IN - August 26-28 (MotoGP)

The XDL Championship Series is the only national stunt riding championship, soon entering its 5th season. XDL is the leader in reaching the core 20-year old sportbike demographic and has developed into the fastest-growing action sport in America.

Photos of Joe Dryden at Daytona XDL kickoff.

Here's the full clip of the 2009 Indianapolis XDL Championship Event:

David Uhl & MeanStreet Riders - Daytona Bike Week 2010

Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010 - Temperatures at Daytona Bike Week were in the 40s this morning, with a light rain due to pass by late morning. But tomorrow will be a sunny day and a good riding day with temperatures in the 60s -- possibly a good day for the Meanstreet Riders to visit Harley-Davidson commissioned artist, David Uhl, who is painting in front of Destination Daytona.

The MeanStreet Riders' song “ High on the Hog” from their upcoming album was featured on a video created by Uhl to introduce his latest painting in the "Women of Harley" series - "Stella." 

So, enjoy a listen and watch the latest Uhl painting come to life before your eyes.

Go here to purchase "High On The Hog"


INTRODUCING STELLA - There's a new girl in town

Uhl Studios

The MeanStreet Riders are still finishing up their LP and video for early summer, but they are at Daytona Bike Week and a few of the riders are expected to come by and say hello to David Uhl.

Born in a small fishing village in Michigan, David Uhl earned a scholarship to attend the Colorado Institute of Art. An avid Harley owner since 1988, Uhl's passion would soon coincide with his artistic talent. Harley-Davidson Motor Company executives recognized David's creative talents and introduced him to Segal Fine Art, a licensed publisher of Harley-Davidson fine art.
 
David spends endless hours in the Harley-Davidson Archives researching vintage photos to use as reference for his official fine art paintings. Captivated by the extraordinary history of the Motor Company, David's desire is to memorialize the legacy.

The MeanStreet Riders music group was formed in the fall of 2008 when a group of songwriters from NW Florida spent 4 days in NC riding some of the worlds most challenging and dangerous roads.


The members of the Rock band include Shannon Wallace, Dowlin Mayfield, Blair Colson and Tommy Dawson.

Cross Tattoo Galleries

There are Cross Tattoo Galleries, which exclusively offer the customers with Cross Tattoos. Cross Tattoos are religious symbols and so the Cross Tattoo Galleries make the Cross Tattoos in such a way that they do not look vulgar! The Cross Tattoo Galleries offer wide range of Cross Tattoo designs, thus one can get make choice.

For getting good quality Cross Tattoos one should always visit reputable Cross Tattoo Galleries.

Good Cross Tattoo Galleries offer the customers with the photos or flash of all their Cross Tattoo designs. With them the Cross Tattoo Galleries make it easy on the part of the customers to select from a design. Some of the popular designs of Cross Tattoos offered by good Cross Tattoo Galleries include Latin Cross Tattoos, Cross of Triumph Tattoos and Anchor Cross Tattoos to name some

Daytona Bike Week 2010 Rat's Hole Bike Shows

Rat's Hole Custom Bike Shows

Ted Smith, owner of Rat's Hole Custom Bike Shows, moved his World Famous Rat's Hole Custom Chopper Show to Destination Daytona, north of Daytona Beach for two big shows during Biketoberfest 2009. Now he will stage 5 big shows - Sat. Feb. 27 to Mar. 5th - including an Old School Rat Rod Car Show, a Rat Rod Ride-in Show, the largest Ride-in V-8 Show, and the World Famous Show - Part 1 & 2. Saturday night, Southern Rock & Roll Band, Back Yard Bones.

Every year, the European winners and their bikes from the Padova Bike Expo in Italy are flow to the USA to compete in the Rat's Hole Custom Bike Show in Daytona Beach. The trip is sponsored by the motorcycle trade magazine, Biker's Life.

Tattoo Placement: It Matters!

Tattoo Placement: It Matters!

We hear everywhere what tattoos are for. Many years ago, they are mainly for spiritual reasons, to ward off evil spirits, to achieve certain powers, to heal a sickness, or to indicate status in a community. Now, they are mainly for self-expression and vanity, although some may still claim to have reasons similar to those of our ancestors, which makes tattoos a lot more interesting.

We might think that the appearance and design of the tattoo is everything. Well, you might also want to consider that placement of the actual tattoo on your body counts a lot. Let’s say, a star tattoo, when placed on the ankle can come across as sweet and innocent. But when the same star tattoo is placed on the belly, it becomes sensual. And when it is placed on the arm, it portrays you as someone tough, no matter how innocent-looking your star tattoo is.

However, for some people, the locations of the tattoos on their body, does not have to do with how it would be interpreted by the general public but by how their employers would react to it. Sometimes, tattoos have to be placed in areas where they could easily be concealed. This applies to professionals whose careers require them to be tattoo-less or those who work in companies wherein visible tattoos are considered to be inappropriate.

For these people, facial tattoos on men are definitely a no-no. For women, it is acceptable if they are there for cosmetic reasons. But in these cases, it is the women that have lesser options for placement of tattoos since men can have a lot of them covered with their clothing. Women cannot have elaborate tattoos on their legs and arms unless they are in men’s suits. However, an inconspicuous tattoo of a tiny fairy or a symbol or a star tattoo would be considered interesting instead of inappropriate.

Also, since tattoos are permanent, you have to consider the changes your body would undergo as the years pass. A cute and sexy star tattoo on the belly may not look as good when you either lose or gain weight because, by then, it would be out of symmetry. When you think of a tattoo design, try to see in your mind’s eye how it would look like 10 or more years later on the part of your body you’re thinking of putting it on. The biceps, the back of the shoulder, and the lower back do not stretch nor shrink as much as the rest of our body does. Therefore I say, these areas would be perfect for tattoo placement; and they’d be easier to conceal.

So, when considering about getting a tattoo, it’s not just about the right size and design. Location matters. Consider what career you’re going to be getting into after college, or how it would look like when you’re old and wrinkly. You can’t just easily erase them when you find out later you put them in the wrong place. To save you a lot of trouble later, make sure you got everything covered.

Sportbike Festival Moves to Bandshell for Daytona Bike Week

The 2nd Annual Sportbike Festival, March 6th - 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. - the last Saturday of Daytona Bike 2010 - is expected to draw an even larger crowd than last year and has been moved to the Daytona Beach Bandshell at 200 N. Atlantic Avenue, near the boardwalk and Daytona Hilton.

Meet racer, Jason Britton - Entertainment includes 50+ models, drink specials, food, vendors with discounted apparel and merchandise, DJ DVS hosted by Take OVA - tropies, over $5,000 in raffles, auctions and giveaways, B-Boy & Salsa performances - Entrance: $10.

Contests: Bikini Contest $1,000 cash prize, hottest custom bike contest, most miles on bike, dirtiest bike, dance contests, hottest body on a bike, slow races and more.

More than 6,000 sportbike enthusiasts attended last year's Daytona Bike Week Sportbike Festival

For more event info, call 407.949.2709
or visit: Maravilla Productions.com




Directions:  2010 Daytona Bike Week Events

Popular Tattoos For Men & Women

Popular Tattoos For Men and Women
When you walk into a tattoo parlor, you are instantly greeted with eye-catching designs filled with color and complexity.  Unless you have already decided on a design, it can be very difficult to select one on the spot.  Even if you have a selected design already in mind, the artist may present you with varying possibilities that will present you with a difficult decision. 

Before arriving for your tattoo, it is a good idea to have a selection of designs that you are interested in.  Men and women will naturally select different images whereas the gentleman may prefer a masculine and powerful tattoo and the woman may prefer something dainty and pretty.  For example, a gentleman may prefer a large tattoo with a lot of color or something that symbolizes the love that he shares for his wife or girlfriend.  It is advisable that tattoo recipients give careful consideration to personalized tattoos.  Why?  If the relationship ends later, the tattoo will still remain unless it is surgically removed.  Therefore, many gentlemen are electing to have symbols that remind them of something that they enjoy, such as a career, a hobby or a symbol that means something special to their life. 

Women who decide to have a permanent tattoo will often select a dainty image, such as a heart, butterfly or floral depiction.  These are small and can be placed anywhere, but most commonly are located on the hip, ankle or back of the shoulder area.  Women typically select a smaller tattoo in an effort to make a statement of beauty and yet something that draws attention to a certain area, such as the leg or hip.

Even with these thoughts in mind, a tattoo is a very personal thing and must be a reflection of something that is important to the recipient.  Therefore, there really isn’t a universal ‘man’ or ‘woman’ tattoo.  Upon discussing various choices with the artist, a tattoo recipient will gain a better understanding of options and design choices.  In addition, they will be able to browse through an image book or folder that will show a number of different tattoo choices, which will enable them to better decide which is right for them.

This article is to be used for informational purposes only.  The information contained herein is not intended to be used in place of, or in conjunction with, professional medical advice or recommendations for tattoo placement.  Before deciding on getting a tattoo or having one removed, the patient must consult a licensed medical doctor for medical advice and/or to determine the best course of action for his/her individual health care needs.

Ride for Kids Supported by Honda and BMW Raises $4.4 Million - 2010 Nationwide Calendar Announced

The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s  Ride for Kids® program raised $4.4 million in 2009, thanks to Honda and BMW dealership fundraisers, and motorcyclists who participated in rides across the USA.

The PBTF is the official charity of the Honda Riders Club of America (HRCA), which has been the presenting sponsor of Ride for Kids® since 1991. Thanks to the significant support of American Honda Motor Company's motorcycle division, Honda dealers and other motorcycle industry companies, the program has raised millions of dollars for pediatric brain tumor research.

Cycle World Magazine and the Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows are also major supporters of the Ride for Kids®.

The 2010 National Ride for Kids® season kicked off with a Valentine's Day ride in South Florida. Three new events were added in 2009 and a new ride in Tulsa, Oklahoma is on the  Ride for Kids 2010 Calendar

“Motorcyclists are known for digging deep when it comes to helping kids, and they worked harder than ever to raise funds last year,” said Kyle Clack, national director of the Ride for Kids® program. “We’re confident that their dedication and hard work will pay off for the kids again in 2010.”


Top fundraisers for 2009 - Some familiar names again led the fundraising pack in 2009. The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (PBTF) salutes these hardworking contributors:

• The customers of Nielsen Enterprises, a Honda dealer in Lake Villa, Ill., have consistently helped the dealership take the top motorcycle business spot for several years. They gave $126,857 to the PBTF at the 2009 Chicagoland Ride for Kids®.
• The nation’s leading fundraising motorcycle club or chapter is also from the Chicagoland area. Wings Over the Prairie organized a gala silent auction that brought in $70,136 in donations.
• Bob Henig of Jessup, Md., owner of Bob’s BMW, ran a second successful Ultimate Bike Raffle to benefit the PBTF. He personally raised $59,012 for the Baltimore-Washington Ride for Kids®.

IMOT MÜNCHEN International Motorcycle Expo, Feb. 19-21

Bike Tour Germany, owner Joerg Wenzel is attending the big IMOT MÜNCHEN, International Motorcycle Exhibition this weekend - Feb. 19 to 21, 2010 in Munich. "IMOT impresses," said Joerg in a Facebook message, Saturday.

Even though there is still snow on the ground, 50,000 to 70,000 bikers attend IMOT - the largest annual motorcycle event in Munich that signals the start of the South German motorcycle season.

"It's a great meeting spot for friends and clubs to get together to make plans for the coming season, see the newest motorcycles and stock up on new equipment for the riding season" said Joerg. His company, Bike Tour Germany offers guided tours of 1 or 2 days, or a week or longer in Germany, Switzerland and the Italian Alpines.

Having lived and worked in California for a number of years, Joerg speaks English as a second language and is a fan of American cars. He owns a ’95 Chevy Corvette Convertible and also a Chevy Van because his love of V8 Engines is only superseded by his love of motorcycle riding.

Details: 2010 Worldwide Motorcycle Shows

Bike Tour Germany is planning to attend these 2010 European events:

April 15 to 19 --  24h Motorcycle Race in Le Mans, France

May 27 to 30 --    Alpen Biker Days in Zell am See, Austria  

May 29 to 31 --     Practice 2010 Tourist Trophy (Isle of Man, UK) 

June 5 to 11 --       Tourist Trophy Race 2010 - Isle of Man, UK

June 11 to 20 --    Pyrenean Tour, France & Spain

Sept. 7 to 13 --    European Bike Week "Faaker See," Austria

At the moment, Joerg is about to hop a plane to attend the 2010 Daytona Bike Week. It will be a pleasant break from winter in Germany and a chance to ride bikes with friends from California and other parts of the USA. The Daytona Bike Week rally draws 300, 000 to 500,000 rally enthusiasts from all over the world.

Questions To Ask A Tattoo Artist Before Getting A Tattoo

Questions To Ask A Tattoo Artist Before Getting A Tattoo

If you are thinking of getting a tattoo, take the time to talk with your tattoo artist.  During the conversation, make sure to have a list of questions that you would like answered prior to moving forward with your decision.  Below are a few questions that you should consider asking:

How long have you been in business?  This is important in determining how professional the work will be and what type of reputation the business has.  If the tattoo studio is a member of the Better Business Bureau, check out their record to see about any complaints that have been initiated within the previous 36 months. 

What are your qualifications?  Before you see a doctor, isn’t it important to know that they are qualified?  Absolutely.  The same is true with a tattoo artist.  Even though the two professions are completely different, there are similarities in that both involve the use of needles and both professionals must be knowledgeable in their approach at sterilizing their equipment.  An individual’s qualifications and training history will tell you a lot about what to expect.

Do you guarantee your work?  If the final image isn’t exactly as you had hoped for, will it be fixed at no charge or what is the process if you are unhappy with the tattoo?  Is there any type of refund policy?  These are all important in determining service after the sale.

Can I see samples of your work or do you have references?  If you want to know about the quality of work, you should always ask for references in any business. 

How much will this cost?  Before agreeing to a specific tattoo design, you will want to know the full cost involved.  Large tattoos can be very costly, but even the smallest design can be expensive if you are on a budget.  Do yourself a favor and avoid any surprises - ask about the costs upfront.

How many tattoos have you done?  This will give you a good indication of the experience level and how much design work the artist has done.

What is the likelihood of an infection and how may I prevent one from occurring?  Every good tattoo artist can provide this information.  He/she should be able to tell you what to do to lessen the likelihood of an infection and what to do if you suspect that one may be developing.

Is there anyone who should not get a tattoo, such as someone with certain medical conditions?  This is important, especially if you are asking because you have a condition that concerns you.  Individuals with thin blood, for instance, may be more cautious about anything that involves breaking the skin or needles.  The same is true of individuals with other conditions, which should be addressed prior to agreeing to be tattooed. 

If I have a fear of needles, is there any way to help me through the process of getting a tattoo?  Don’t feel bad if this is you.  A lot of people have a fear of needles, which is a device used in creating tattoos.  If you are afraid, it never hurts to explain this to the tattoo artist beforehand so that he/she can try to take extra steps to make you feel at ease or to make the experience a less painful one for you.

How long will the tattooing process take?  This is important, especially if you are getting a tattoo on your lunch break.  All kidding aside, you will want to know how long to expect the process to take so that you can plan the rest of your day accordingly.

This article is to be used for informational purposes only.  The information contained herein is not intended to be used in place of, or in conjunction with, professional medical advice.  Before deciding on getting a tattoo or having one removed, the patient must consult a licensed medical doctor for medical advice and/or to determine the best course of action for his/her individual health care needs.

Fairy Tattoos - A Symbolic History

Fairy Tattoos - A Symbolic History

Fairy tattoos are good, colorful and one of the most sexy designs available, and because parallel are an strikingly popular choice for female. But that ' s not their matchless charm. Fairies own a elongate and fine history and hold develop into symbolic of various things.

 The objective persons, or skimpy nation because they were admitted, included banshees ( from the Gaelic conversation for fairies, sidhe, pronounced shee ) and were collateral to the leprechauns of Ireland.

 Teeming individuals admit that these magical sprites were mean business underground by their enemies who used consolidated weapons censure them. This is supposedly why people who believed string fairies began the tradition of placing a horseshoe leading the door for luck.

 But before we verve unit further, undeniable ' s marked to bear drag apperception that the pioneer fairies were duck egg such the sickeningly sweet folktale served up by Disney. The standard fairies were unrecompensed spirits who were thanks to likely to shower gifts on persons they liked now play mischievous tricks on individuals that they didn't. They were proclaimed to reward winsomeness and patience and play horrible tricks on disrespectful tribe.

 Over tempo nation developed many-sided superstitions that they believed would please the fairies and bring them luck. These included, always treating them respectfully, keeping your promises and passionate the Earth ( the fairies homely ).

 Due to their fascination, these designs are surpassingly popular stifle femininity. And unlike likeness tattoos, which rangy supplementary towards religion and pureness, fairies are besides hot stuff, farther mischievous and fundamentally, likewise representative of human verve

 Fairy tattoo designs are usually delicate and often have wings, but beyond that they can depict an almost endless range of mood and emotions such as happiness, sadness, beauty, mischievousness etc.

 In terms of design, they ' re also extremely flexible. For example, the basic fairy design can be combined with a wide range of design features, such as Celtic patterns, butterflies, flowers, or other mythical creatures such as dragons or unicorns. Not only does this increase the chances of getting a unique tattoo it also adds greater personal meaning and symbolism to the design.

 And due to the fact that they make excellent small tattoos they can be placed on virtually any part of the body. The lower back, hips and lower stomach are the most popular places for fairy designs.

 However, due to the elaborate nature of these designs and the fact that they take longer to create, fairy tattoos are more expensive than other tattoos of a similar size.

 So when you decide to get a fairy tattoo, make sure you have enough money to pay for the whole design regardless of how long it takes. There ' s nothing worse than running out of money halfway through a tattoo and having to go about with in incomplete tattoo until you can find enough money to get it finished. If you need to know how much a specific tattoo will cost, get your tattoo artist to give you an estimate.

 If necessary it ' s possible to cut the cost of your fairy tattoo by reducing the size of your design or getting your artist to remove some of the intricate detail.

 And finally, due to the detailed nature of most fairy designs, make sure that your tattoo artist has previous experience of creating this type of tattoo. If possible, take a look at the portfolio of fairy tattoos that they ' ve already created.

Japanese dragon tattoo Meanings

 The choice for a Japanese dragon tattoo makes a particularly influential personal statement, and the choices prerogative design are affluent salt away diversity. Judgment Here To Bonanza Out the Meanings of Japanese dragon tattoos and Situation To bias one You Absolutely Deserve.

The Japanese dragon is one of the most popular imaginary creatures picked for inking and a classic choice for a tattoo plot. Absolute is recurrently depicted because a wingless, heavily - scaled snake - allied creature cover picayune clawed legs and a horned or antlered camel head, and is associated stow away sea, clouds or the heavens. Japanese dragons nurse to symbolize much in addition slender and fly less frequently than the Chinese counterparts. The high spirits of the Japanese Dragon changes into clouds from which come either shower or tinder. Corporal is able to expand or contract its body, and credit addition stable has the potentiality of transformation and invisibility. This is merely a general description and does not employ to all Japanese dragons, some of which own bourgeois of in consequence extraordinary a altruistic that they cannot appear as compared keep from portion mark the unprepossessing realm.

 According to most sources, the Japanese dragon is closely related to the Chinese counterparts, disguise the exception that the Japanese dragon has sole three claws, go that of the Celestial Country ( China ) has five.

 Tattoo artists retain taken the art of the Japanese dragon to amazing unknown levels. Whether you hankering a full back originate or a half sleeve originate, you will pride an incredible gallery of amazing designs to poke from. They fault typify guidance color, or ebony & immaculate. The dragon tattoo may spring keep secret sea motion or clouds or pearls. If the dragon claw holds an enormous magical pearl, which has the power to multiply whatever it touches, the " pearl " symbolized the most precious treasure: Wisdom. Ancient Dragon lore and illustrations have inspired many of us to select a dragon tattoo because that design represents how we feel about ourselves - - strength, wisdom and freedom...

 The popular locations for inking Japanese dragon tattoos.

 Japanese dragon tattoos can wrap around the body and flatter the contours of the body, full body and full back dragon tattoos are quite common, and the most popular location is half sleeve, the body of the dragon wrap around the upper arm and the dragon head extend out the upper front, just above the heart. Because of the long shape of the dragon, it also suited for inking on arms and legs.

 Where to Find Perfect Japanese dragon tattoo designs for Inking?

 After all, getting an awesome Japanese dragon tattoo that perfectly flows with your body is what makes you feel proud. Am I right? There are many good reasons to get an awesome Japanese tattoo and there are many ways to screw it up. The most important thing to find a perfect Japanese tattoo is to take your time browsing through numerous tattoo collections before you settle the one for inking.

Conclude I Dare To Call Original Tattoo Art?

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I was a immature bit hesitant to moil on this project because my goal was to get a well rounded picture of what kinds of tattoo art are popular right now and to figure out the main reasons why people are rushing to get tattoo art on various places of their bodies. My main problem was that I had never really considered tattoos art. So I struggled over how I was supposed to write a piece about " tattoo art " when I didn ' t agree that it was true art.

During the project my photographer and I spent time in ten different tattoo art shops. We interviewed each owner, several tattoo artists at each shop, and various customers at each place we went. My photographer did several formal and informal photo shoots to get enough photos of tattoo art for our piece. I was honestly amazed at what I discovered as I worked on this piece. I learned that tattoo art really is an art. I learned that it is much more detailed, intricate and sometimes beautiful than I ever expected it to be.

I changed my mind about tattoo art primarily as I discussed the profession with the tattoo artist themselves. They had the most fascinating stories of how hey learned to do tattoo art and of why they desired to do it in the first place. They shared about lifelong dreams of getting to make the human body more beautiful and of their years struggling through various art and drawing classes to perfect their abilities to design tattoo art.

The whole process of someone receiving tattoo art on their body is much more complicated than I ever imagined. In fact, by the time I finished my piece I had nothing but respect and admiration for everything involved in the process of making tattoo art a reality for people.

Michele Smith and Jay Barbieri's New "Two Wheel Thunder" Show

“Two Wheel Thunder” is the Brand New TV show with Michele Smith and Jay Barbieri. After a decade and a half the SPEED Channel has eliminated their V-Twin programming, thus canceling the longest running, highest rated, iconic motorcycle show ever, AMERICAN THUNDER

However the Discovery Network wasted no time picking up Smith and Barbieri and creating the same great magazine style show that is now called “Two Wheel Thunder”.

“Two Wheel Thunder” debuts in June 2010 on Motorcycle Monday Nights on Discovery Network’s HD Theater!

Look for them at -  
Daytona Bike Week - Feb. 26 to March 7th  

They will be staging their coverage from the Strip Club Choppers Roadhouse tour directly across from the Iron horse saloon at 1068 N US Highway 1, Ormond Beach, Florida.

This year marks the first year of the Brand new TV show called “Two Wheel Thunder” on the Discovery Network’s HD Theater. To kick off the season Host and Executive Producer, Jay Barbieri will take a dozen riders from Harley-Davidson of Columbia, Tennessee down to Bike Week, and what better place to wrap up the ride than at the Strip Club Choppers Roadhouse. Owner of SCC Johnny Lange will be leading the pack into the Roadhouse on Wednesday March 3rd to celebrate their arrival at The SCC Roadhouse.

THE MARVELS PROJECT #6 Cover

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THE MARVELS PROJECT #6 ships next week (Feb 24th) and features an epic battle between the Human Torch and Prince Namor in the skies of 1941 Manhattan. As with the previous issues, this one has three variant covers, and I think this is the first time mine has been shown. Hope you all dig it!

Cosmetic Tattoo Procedure for Abiding Eyebrows

The cosmetic eyebrow procedure will not return the area to a completely general bad eye, but will produce the overall appearance of the kind fresh processed and balanced. Patients who are sensitive or sensitive to makeup, own skin or hair loss disorders, illnesses, or rightful scarcity the tour to put on makeup are all considered exceptional candidates for the cosmetic eyebrow tattooing.

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Although sometimes cosmetic eyebrow tattooing is a needed step fame the reconstruction of a frontage following a traumatic miracle, evident authority and personify used for patients who retain dwarf eyebrows and discharge not yearning to resort to brow liner daily. Most of the duration, these patients are manliness who are concerned about the plan that their eyebrows frame their frontage. Some patients are susceptible to cosmetics or keep unprosperous perceiving and cannot advance their makeup correctly. Rule these and other cases, cosmetic eyebrow tattooing is a possible possibility. Sometimes the tattoo is a permanent tattoo done actually for cosmetic purposes.

Eyebrow Tattoo Surgery - Understanding a Surgeon

Finding a licensed and good technician to perform the cosmetic eyebrow tattooing may appear as arduous for a empathetic. Bountiful individuals may claim to steward know onions to make ready the procedure, when prestige actuality their doing lies chiefly connections body tattoos. Undeniable is a variable art that makes a technician able to produce cosmetic eyebrow tattooing robust and veritable further takes a detached amount of action to compose durable eyebrows keeping watch intuitive. A forbearing incubus speak disguise friends and colleagues to peg if anyone knows of someone who is reputable. If the empathetic wishes to exemplify increased discreet, thence they burden contact a gifted surgeon’s office or the local academy of versatile surgeons to look who they urge.

Ideal Candidates for Eyebrow Tattoo Surgery

The ideal candidate for cosmetic eyebrow tattooing is one that is impact neato health and has telling expectations of the procedure. The cosmetic eyebrow procedure will not return the area to a completely typical whammy, but will originate the overall appearance of the sympathetic more clear and balanced. Patients who are hypersensitive or sensitive to makeup, hold skin or hair loss disorders, illnesses, or strict deprivation the stage to put on makeup are all considered first-rate candidates for the cosmetic eyebrow tattooing.

Eyebrow Tattoo Surgery - Consultation

In the initial consultation, the physician and patient will discuss the probable outcomes of the cosmetic eyebrow tattooing. Many physicians will have former patient pictures available for the new patient to examine. This will give the patient a good idea as to what can be achieved by the cosmetic eyebrow tattoo technician. The doctor will examine the eyebrow area and determine what can be done with the cosmetic eyebrow tattooing. Risks and anesthesia options will also be discussed in the initial consultation. A complete medical history will be taken in order to inform the doctor of any medical conditions or prescriptions that might interfere with the results.

Eyebrow Tattoo Surgery - Procedure

The permanent makeup tattoo that is applied is made up of vegetable products that are injected into the skin. After an anesthetic ointment is applied, tiny needles are used to inject the coloring and are sometimes seen on a rotary coil instrument. The tip is dipped into the dye and then the needle is placed into the skin in cosmetic eyebrow tattooing. Some bleeding may occur as the skin is punctured, but it will be minimal. Most cosmetic eyebrow tattooing procedures last an hour, but it depends on the extent of the work that needs to be done. At the end of the session, the area will be cleaned and an antiseptic cream will be applied. Eyebrow tattooing requires fine work to look good. To achieve this, the tattoos are often applied by hand rather than with electric needles. The technician can achieve much finer and pleasing results by hand, but this also makes the procedure longer.

Eyebrow Tattoo Surgery - Risks

Although the risks associated with cosmetic eyebrow tattooing are rare, they do occur. In very few cases, the patient can have an allergic reaction to the dye that is used. Infection is another main concern following the cosmetic eyebrow tattooing. Not following the physician’s orders after the cosmetic eyebrow tattooing procedure can lead to a delay in healing and cause unwanted results. If a patient is unhappy with the results of the cosmetic eyebrow tattooing, laser skin resurfacing may help to remove the coloring, but may not be able to remove it entirely.

the great dragon tattoo designs on shoulder tattoo designs

The great dragon tattoo designs on shoulder tattoo designs

New Tasmania Tattoo Design

New Tasmania Tattoo Design

Tasmanian Devil Tattoo - Many great legends have their origin in fact and the Tasmanian Devil is no exception. Now extinct in Australia, the large-toothed and carnivorous devil survives on the southern Australian island state of Tasmania. It was named for its ferocious snarl and bad temper and with its large squarish head and stout body, it looks somewhat like a small bear. Playing on these themes, one of the most endearing and popular of the Warner Brothers characters was born in 1954 when “Devil May Hare” debuted. Whirling like a small tornado, the Tasmanian Devil plowed his way through shrubbery, jungle, and boulders in order to find his next meal. In a pattern that would become well known, frightened animals stamped in terror before him while only the clever Bugs Bunny remained calm, managing to eventually outwit the fierce but hapless Taz. He may not be the most clever of the cartoon characters, but he remains an absolute icon in tattoo symbolism because of the tremendous energy and enthusiasm that is his persona. In fact, he’s even a bit of an innocent, often easily duped by the rascally rabbit. While he may be constantly in search of the next tasty morsel, his strategies are completely in the present, with his instincts leading him, not malice. Like other popular tattoo symbols, Taz is versatile and adaptable to the circumstances, sometimes wearing a sailor’s cap or other times a Hawaiian lei. Of course when he’s toting his favorite beverage and obviously ready to party, it’s probably in everybody’s best interest not to argue

Blast From the Past: 2003 Indian Larry Interview

Indian Larry is a legend in the motorcycle world, his motorcycles are timeless and unique. Five year's after his unfortunate stuntriding accident, going into Daytona Bike Week 2010, most of us are giving a thought to Indian Larry. Daytona was one of his favorite rallies.

He was a skilled machinist, metal-sculptor, master motorcycle mechanic and visionary. He won countless custom shows and put his total attention and focus into everything he touched. Larry's inspiration came from the motorcycle clubs of 50s-60s, Ed "Big Daddy" Roth and the legendary Kenny Howard better known as Von Dutch. Larry originated his own style blending the hard-core motorcycle, classic chopper and hotrod race bike to form a graceful piece of rolling art. For over 30 years he built custom motorcycles. His talents and beliefs transcended the OUT OF THE BOX theories of the day -- He used his brilliant imagination to build old school choppers even better then the builders of the 60's.

"His creations are works of art that boldly cut the wind like a sharp knife," said Don V. (http://choppersapparel.com/) in a November 2003 interview with Indian Larry .

"The influences of the greatest creative minds in motorcycle history safely reside and are well kept inside this one of a kind artist! Indian Larry's friendly nature and willingness to help others as he did in the chopper build off with Billy Lane are his trade mark."

Here's the entire Q & A November 2003 interview, story and photos:

Don V: Who was the one person that influenced you the most?

Indian Larry: Ed Roth was my biggest influence; I met him in the 60's. I went to California as a starry eyed kid to try to work with him. But unfortunately he told me "you have no California experience kid!" So he sent me off to work for a great car painter by the name of Larry Watson. I did prep and primer work for Larry and then finally returned to NY still in pursuit of my dream! But the influence of Ed Roth still stuck with me because Big Daddy was the type who did not worry about what others thought he just built what he liked and that is exactly what I do. I don't care about what others have to say and now most of the bikes I build range in price from $65,000 to $100,000. I do things my way from concept to completion.

Don V: What do you feel is the most important detail when building a custom bike?

Indian Larry: Number one is to give the buyer exactly what they want detail by detail. A custom bike should be built to accommodate the person riding it and be ergonomically correct. I feel a rigid frame is the best, it should be stripped down to eliminate unneeded components and also be powerful, nibble, with quick response and speed. Choppers are a living sculpture and all the parts need to be visible to the eye. I don't understand sometimes what some of the custom builders around the country are trying to accomplish by hiding most of the inner workings of their bikes. A lot of the builders today do not even know how to spoke a wheel! The billet wheels in use today by most builders I feel detract from the looks of the bikes. I am old school all the way and always will be.

Don V: What are your favorite motors to use in your choppers?

Indian Larry: Well Don, 96 to 106 cubic inch motors are perfect and among the most popular but I have gone all the way up to 126. I use mostly S&S components because they are made well, dependable and are the oldest company reproducing Harley engines. I also like to use Patrick racing engines when the need arises. Most of the motors I use are sand cast shovels and pans. A 106 cubic inch panhead front and a shovelhead rear cylinder, with duel carbs is my favorite motor out of all of them.

Don V: Your seats are very low on the frame. Do you feel this helps the rider get in tune with feeling the bike under him?

Indian Larry: It provides a low center of gravity and helps tremendously when cornering. The rigid factor of the frame allows for a cool, comfortable overall feeling. It also helps the rider flow with the bike and enables him to feel as one with the machine. This to me is the best way to build a chopper!

Don V: Are all your bikes hardtails?

Indian Larry: I build both styles of choppers, but I would have to say the rigid frame is my favorite. I have no problem riding 300 miles a day on one. Ergonomics are a big factor with me because first and foremost the bike has got to be comfortable. So many people have told me that a rigid frame is bad for your back but I feel they are wrong and the opposite applies with me. I feel a rigid is good for the back and is very comfortable.

Don V: Of all the bikes you have built, do you have a favorite?

Indian Larry: The Rat Fink dedication bike is one of my favorites, but also the Wild Child bike I built for the Chopper Build Off with Billy Lane. It had a pan front and a shovel rear, and the thing is to make them both work together for smooth consistent power. I guess you could say all the bikes I build are favorites of mine and one of a kind. I loved building them all and will build many more. (Larry's creations can be seen at indianlarry.com/)

Don V: Do you plan to build any special bikes for Bike Week 2004 or Sturgis?

Indian Larry: I am working on one right now, and getting it ready for Sturgis. It has a pan front, shovel rear with an Evo crankcase. I should have no trouble getting 225mph out of her. I am really looking forward to it, and I feel the fans will appreciate this beautiful work of art.

Don V: Do you have a favorite hang out in Daytona?

Indian Larry: After finishing the day I like to get on the bike and head out of the city and ride to St. Augustine or some place where I can get a good meal, relax and take a swim if possible. I love my fans and feel it is an honor to meet them all but want some time alone to regroup for the next day and I find a nice long ride provides the needed medicine.

Don V: Are you and Billy Lane planning anything special for Bike Week 2004?

Indian Larry: This year we will have the entire lot in front of Stevens Tires across the street from the Wreck. Our tee shirts and pictures will be available, but it also gives us a chance to meet the fans one on one and shake their hands. It is a great experience for me, I love it! I have always felt that everyone should do what they love and some day the recognition will come without seeking it. I feel humbled by the fan attention and appreciate every one of them.

Don V: What is your favorite event to attend?

Indian Larry: I like them all but I think Daytona, Sturgis and Myrtle Beach are the best.

Don V: Are custom cars also a passion with you Larry?

Indian Larry: I used to build a lot of cars, I am a real gear head at heart. But I found my passion was to combine my love of cars and motorcycles and built hot rod bikes.

Don V: What kind of stunts do you perform?

Indian Larry: I do the triple firewall crash, stand on the seat at about 55+mph, ride with no hands, wheelies and lay down on the bike seat backwards.

Don V: Have you ever ridden the Wall Of Death?

Indian Larry: Not yet but it would really mean a lot to me. I would love to do it with your friend Samantha Morgan, Don!

Don V: You are also an artist Larry, are any of your metal sculptures on display anywhere?

Indian Larry: I have helped on several projects and worked as an ironworker in NY, but my motorcycles are my artwork. They are a true expression of my creative talents and feelings. The best day is one of creation, when I can take nothing but raw components and make something meaningful by putting all of my creative energy into it.

Don V: You mentioned something to me about coming to Florida. If you did, where do you think you would like to locate?

Indian Larry: Well, as I said I love to swim, so Miami is probably where I would like to be when we get ready to leave NY.

"Take me home, carry me home, back to Gasoline Alley where I belong;" That's how the early 70's Rod Stewart Song went, and it still hold's true today. Old Skool choppers like "back in the day" still rule at this NYC shop. Deep in the heart of Brooklyn, NY's industrial waterfront district lies Indian Larry's GASOLINE ALLEY NYC. Neatly tucked between warehouses and commercial buildings, magic is being made daily.

I caught up with Indian Larry and his partner Gerard while the Discovery Channel was at the shop filming another biker build-off for their Motorcycle Mania show. This time it's Indian Larry vs. Master builder Paul Yaffee. It was hetic, indeed. The Horse will feature the Gasoline Alley NYC crew's bike from conception through the building process and final judging at the Laconia M.C. Rally this June in an upcoming issue.


Gasoline Alley was started about three years ago at this location on Brooklyn's North 14 Street. Both Larry and Gerard have a long and illustrious history of chopper building. Their clients include the likes of Tyson Beckford and Evan Sienfield of Bio-Hazard and OZ on HBO among many other notables. They don't discriminate to just the celebrity set. You will find folks from every walk of life drifting in and out of Gasoline Alley NYC. Larry and Gerard take pride in treating everyone equally. From the highest of the high to a dirt bag photojournalist like me. Everyone is made to feel welcome and they take the time to make sure you get just what you need.

Indian Larry's resume reads like something out of fiction. A metal sculptor, motorcycle artist, stuntman and movie celebrity, Indian Larry was also featured in a previous Discovery Channel biker special with Jesse James. As for Larry's other credits, the movies QUIZ SHOW, 200 CIGARETTES, ROCKET'S RED GLARE as well as TV commercials for Burger King and Harley-Davidson and a bunch of music videos.
While I shot the new Discovery bike, I spied this sweet old skool Panhead tucked lovingly in the rear of the work area. As fate would have it the, lovely Suzy McCoppin, co-star of HBO's GAMES PEOPLE PLAY and INFAMOUS was also conveniently at hand. (Regular readers know that the old Teddy Bear always has a young lovely near by.) I just couldn't let this opportunity pass. Also on hand for the build was Paul Cox, master of leather. Larry surrounds himself with the cream of chopperdom. Paul made seats for Billy Lane's Choppers Inc, Jesse James West Coast Choppers among others and is also one hell of a machinist. In attendance was Knucklehead Steve, another renowned fixture in the NYC chopper scene. I sorta twisted Larry's arm and he agreed to share this sweet ride with us.

This baby is a neo/classic rigid style Panhead chopper right out of the past. Three months in gestation, it's birth was eagerly awaited by it's owner Chris Hynes.
It sports an 88-cubic-inch neo/Pan engine rebuilt by Accurate engineering with S&S cases and pistons topped off with STD heads and Mallory ignition. Also in the power plant are Andrews cams, Jims lifters and an S&S Super E carb. The hydraulic clutch helps shift the JIMS 6-speed tranny with graceful ease.

The frame is a custom 2002 Atlas/Gasoline Alley NYC special with a 35-degree rake and stretched 2 inches in the down tubes. It takes a Primo Brute IV 3-inch belt drive to handle the power.

The gas tank is a modified Paughco that was lovingly remolded and shot with sweet epoxy black pearl by Robert Pradke/Custom Auto Design and the oil system is a Gasoline Alley NYC custom design fed by a Choppers Inc. oil tank. The seat by Paul Cox Custom Leather Design is almost too damned pretty to put your ass on.

Up front 6-inch billet risers are topped off by a tasteful set of ape hangers. Keeping with the NYC tradition, there is no front fender and no speedometer. If you ride in NYC, you need balls of steel, and with this traditional set up, they'll be well tempered by the end of one rush hour commute. The Excel wheels and hubs with Avon tires mounted 21"x 215 front and 18" x 5.5" rear make this baby sit real proud.

Building a bike like this from the ground up is what Gasoline Alley NYC is famous for. Real Old Skool styling and new cutting edge technology can work exceedingly well together, if done properly and tastefully. You won't find the traditional Billet Barge here in this shop. Every bike is a work of art. Larry and Gerard take pride in their craftsmanship and every hand that works on a bike or that manufactures a custom part is the hand of a true artist.

" And if I'm called away and it's my turn to go,
Should the blood run cold in my veins,
Just one favor I'll be asking you,
Don't bury me here it's too cold,
Take me back,
Carry me back,
Down to Gasoline Alley where I started from"

Discovery Channel Shows - The scene could be a wise-guy movie, a London fog-covered street at dusk or a tale being told in a downtown bar. Although these all sound mysterious enough, we actually find former Marine corporal, Bill Cardone, in a Brooklyn back-alley rolling out another piece of art known as - the great American chopper.

Discovery Channel has recently departed the shop and the next craze of reality TV has captured a wide array of the international public. "Indian Larry" just beat out Billy Lane on "Biker Build Off IV" where men take raw steel and turn them into fine-tuned precision motorcycles. But where is the Marine Corps connection here on North 14th Street?

Cardone, 47, of Flushing, N.Y., a former Electronics Technician with MWCS-28, is burrowed into this famous East River shop known as "Gasoline Alley, NYC." Cardone, a right-hand man to world-renowned chopper artist "Indian Larry," has been in this business since the mid-80's.

"I started tearing down mini-bikes when I was a kid, and just kept with it," said Cardone.
Cardone credits the Marine Corps for directing his life. "I was running with the wrong crowd. The Marine Corps taught me discipline, how to act like a man and work with other people."

A meritorious PFC out of boot camp in 1973, Cardone got out as a corporal from Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point, N.C., in 1977. He then worked as a truck mechanic until his itch for building bikes landed him with his first professional job at Jar Choppers in the Bayside area of Brooklyn, N.Y., for 10-years.

"I actually consider myself an artist," said Cardone. "It is a true sense of accomplishment to picture something in your head and eventually watch it roll out of the shop and down the street."
Cardone also owned his own shop, East End Custom Cycles in Queens Village, N.Y., for about 2-years before coming to Gasoline Alley, NYC.

"A friend brought him by," said Indian Larry, co-owner of Gasoline Alley, NYC. "We have a small crew here and I was impressed and surprised with what the guy had done. He is a good mechanic, fabricator and on the road he doubles as my bodyguard."

The shop is not what one would expect. Throw away the stereotypes and fill it with artistic minds that are open and question everything. Cardone credits people in the shop as "at the top of their game."
"To work here, you have to be a hard working and conscientious guy," said Gerard Mortillaro, co-owner of Gasoline Alley, NYC. "Generally, anybody with a military background has those qualities."

Cardone is not the only military tie in the shop either. Gerard Mortillaro also had a major influence from his father, Sgt. Maj. Louis F. Mortillaro, USA. Mortillaro, who obviously is a proud son, went on about a lifetime career that spanned the Army Air Corps, North Africa and Europe with civilian governmental service to follow.

Discovery Channel, which in this case is accurately named, brought this already famous shop that is tucked into a side street warehouse area, into the limelight. Hits on the website (gasolinealleynyc) reached a record high. "The show has brought people by and the phone has not stopped ringing," said Cardone.

And when asked about his future, he said, "I'm happy right here."
http://www.indianlarry.com/

Originally published by Don V of ChoppersApparel.com: www.choppersapparel.com/indianlarry/info/index.html

The Sexiest Tattoos For Girls and Locations to Get a Theme Tattooed on Your Body.

Often girls either have a location or a design already in mind but finding both in the right combination can be a challenge. Girls often struggle with one or the other. If you are thinking about getting a hot and sexy tattoos for girls then you have to read this. It will help but the top locations and top designs at your finger tips. You can then apply your own ideas and creativity to the design and you will be set.

The locations For Hot Girls Tattoo Designs

Of course you can always get a tattoo on any part of the body you want. The list below just gives some of the most popular places to get inked on the female body. If you already have somewhere in mind then great but if you are still trying to think of the location for your tattoo design then by all means read what is below and take the ideas into consideration and see what works best for you and the tattoo you want.

Hip Tattoos - This is one of the newest and most sexy areas for female tattoo designs. It used to be the lower back tattoo was the sexy location but this has changed and now one of the new even hotter places to get a design in on the hip. They are easy to hide when needed in a professional setting but a great pair of hip hugger jeans will also reveal at least the top if not all of these great tattoos.

Upper Back Tattoo - The upper back tattoo is the new answer to the lower back tramp stamp. Yes the lower back has been overdone and over played at this point but have no fear the upper back tattoo is just as sexy if not more so and works well for larger designs. This gives you almost unlimited possibilities for hot tattoo designs.

Half Sleeve Tattoo - Sleeve tattoos be them full sleeve, half sleeve or even quarter sleeves were once the domain of men's tattoos. However, no more women are going bolder with their tattoos and designs as well as the locations on their bodies. More and more women are getting sleeve tattoos these days and they are sexy.

Side Tattoos For Girls - Side tattoos are also another very hot trend in tattoo designs for women. These typically start down low around the waist area and then come up on the side. These can go up into the rib cage area. Just keep in mind the higher on the ribs you go the more painful the tattoo will be but often these are such great designs that it will be worth the pain.

Hot Designs And Styles For Girls

Floral Tattoo - Of course these are pretty self explanatory but flower tattoos are the perfect match to fit beautifully with the female body. The curves of the vines and the color of the flower blossom works perfectly together to create beautiful feminine design. Keep in mind the symbolism behind different flowers can play an important role in the design of these tattoos.

Japanese Koi Fish Tattoo - Japanese koi fish tattoos are quickly becoming a very hot item for women to get. They represent power and strength. The beauty of the color with the blue water and the gold and yellow scales on the fish make for a very brilliant colorful tattoo design that works great on the female body be it a side tattoo or a half sleeve design.

Cherry Blossom Tattoo- Also a traditional Japanese tattoo design these are quickly becoming very popular. The cherry blossom is delicate, beautiful and lives a short brilliant and bright life and then fall tragically on the snow to die. The symbolism here is to live life to the fullest to be bold and beautiful and live each day to it's fullest. This is a great reminder for all of us and how everyone should live their lives.

Angels Tattoo- Angels and fairies have always been popular with women as well as butterflies. There is just something magical and special about wings and the colors and meaning behind such designs work well for women. The flowing lines of wings and the feminine shapes of the fairies or angels create a beautiful looking design.

These are some of the most popular locations and design ideas in tattoos for girls right now. Of course maybe none of them will work for you if you already have a design in mind. However, they are provided here to keep you up to date with what is currently popular and hot. That does not mean run out and get one of these tattoo designs just because you think they are popular. However, they can provide ideas and guide you to find your own unique tattoo design. Maybe one of the locations is something you have been considering or possibly one of the designs is something you want you can now add your own twist to it.

The Risks Associated With Getting A Tattoo

While many tattoos are given with success, there are some that do not have such a happy outcome. There are risks of getting a tattoo that cannot be discounted. Among them, the risk of contracting a disease from unsanitary equipment. In addition, a tattoo recipient may be subject to a skin infection if the tattoo is not properly cleaned and cared for after it’s creation.

Any type of problems that may arise as a result of getting a tattoo will likely have to be handled with the help of a licensed physician. This may include medication to treat any illness or infection that may occur. In addition to the immediate concerns, there may be a later need for a physician if the tattoo recipient should later decide to have it removed. In this scenario, the only way to remove a tattoo is through surgery.

If a tattoo recipient decides to have the image removed, there are even more risks associated with surgery. And, since the surgery is to remove a tattoo, these risks may be considered as a direct result of the tattoo itself. With tattoo removal, the patient may experience either an out-patient or brief stay in the hospital. This will depend on whether or not any complications occur during surgery. Some of the most common risks associated with surgery include infection, allergic reactions to medication or permanent scarring. Depending on the health of the patient, more serious complications may arise and questions relating to these possibilities will be addressed by a qualified physician.

A cosmetic risk tattoo, but not necessarily one relating to health, is the possibility that a tattoo artist is not experienced and may not properly design or seal the tattoo. If a design is not done properly, it can look unprofessional and may be an embarrassment to the tattoo recipient. While this may not present a direct health risk, it may force the patient to attempt ways at covering the tattoo that he/she had once planned to showcase. If a tattoo is done incorrectly, some customers may elect for removal surgery and this can carry the risks as mentioned above.

This article is to be used for informational purposes only. The information contained herein is not intended to be used in place of, or in conjunction with, professional medical advice. Before deciding on getting a tattoo or having one removed, the patient must consult a licensed medical doctor for medical advice and/or to determine the best course of action for his/her individual healthcare needs.

2010 Daytona Bike Week, Feb. 26 to March 7

I just love this photo of Indian Larry with Kimmy Cruz - 5 years later, we are all missing him... going into Daytona Bike Week 2010.

Daytona Bike Week in 14 days and the motel rooms are almost all booked. This is a good sign for a great rally week... and a great rally season!!




You can find the "almost famous" Kimmy Cruz bartending, nights at the long-bar outside Froggy's on Main Street -- and every day taking thousands of photographs all over Daytona Bike Week -- Feb. 26 to March 7, 2010. 

Kimmy Cruz will be at the Dealers Expo Show in Indy this weekend, Feb. 13 & 14th.

Look for her at the Samson Exhaust Booth.

Sketchbook 016

Hey look - I drew in my little pocket sketchbook again! It's been a while but I plan to do more of this in the future. Hopefully I'll have a page like this to post at least once a week (and hopefully they will be better than this one). Click on the image above to see it actual size.

Ride From Germany to France for 24 Hour Race in Le Mans

Bike Tour Germany will be riding to the 24 Hour Race at Le Mans, France on Thursday, April 15, 2010.

"We will be riding from Munich, and we will be camping right next to the race track," said Joerg Wenzel, the owner of the adventure motorcycle touring company, Bike Tour Germany.

 "Everyone is welcome to join us, either in Munich or somewhere on the road on Thursday the 15th of April. We have a Meet &; Greet in Metz, France for riders coming from northern Germany."

Le Mans 24 Hours for Motorcycles - April 17 - 18, 2010

In keeping with tradition, the 33rd Le Mans 24 Hours for Motorcycles will be the first round of the FIM Endurance World Championship consisting of five races in 2010.

Honda France, which made its return to endurance last year, is out to take its revenge on Yamaha, which can again count on one of the winners of the 2009 World Championship, Gwen Giabbani who has resigned with YART (Yamaha Austria Racing Team). But Suzuki with SERT, winner in 2008, and the Team 18 Sapeurs Pompiers, runner-up in 2009, and Kawasaki don’t see things that way. Completing the programme will be the first round of the 2010 Superside World Championship, and the International Classic Grand Prix (2-stroke motorbikes from the 70s/80s) plus a free concert on Saturday evening on the Bugatti circuit.

Bike Tour Germany is planning to attend these 2010 European events:

April 15 to 19 --  24h Motorcycle Race in Le Mans, France

May 27 to 30 --    Alpen Biker Days in Zell am See, Austria  

May 29 to 31 --     Practice 2010 Tourist Trophy (Isle of Man, UK) 

June 5 to 11 --       Tourist Trophy Race 2010 - Isle of Man, UK

June 11 to 20 --    Pyrenean Tour, France & Spain

Sept. 7 to 13 --    European Bike Week "Faaker See," Austria

At the moment, Joerg is about to hop a plane to attend the 2010 Daytona Bike Week. It will be a pleasant break from winter in Germany and a chance to ride bikes with friends from California and other parts of the USA. The Daytona Bike Week rally draws 300, 000 to 500,000 rally enthusiasts from all over the world.

Smokin Hot Charity Ride: 2010 Arizona Bike Week

T-Bar Trail Ride - Thurs., April 15 - Arizona Bike Week 2010

This message from Suzy Q and Paul Yaffe - Hey riders! Time to saddle up and help make Arizona’s best scenery better by "helping boobs one bar at a time”

Don’t miss this year's smokin hot ride! Vince Neil of Motley Crue fame, Michael Ballard & Angie from the world famous Full Throttle Saloon, and celebrity bike builder Paul Yaffe will be leading the posse out of WestWorld headed to our favorite chuck wagon Toby Keith’s.

I Love This Bar & Grill! After filling up on some great grub, the trail leads us to the gorgeous, sizzling hot ladies of Christie’s Cabaret-Phoenix, Cheetah’s Cabaret-Phoenix, and Christie’s Cabaret-Tempe where we can water our horses and dust off our jeans! The trail then takes us back to WestWorld for some cold libations and the RATT concert in the Handlebar Saloon. Ride leaves WestWorld at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 15 during the 2010 Arizona Bike Week.

All proceeds benefit the Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center. Scottsdale, AZ. $25.00 Registration includes; lunch, admission to Cyclefest, RATT concert, & ride prizes. (1 completed application required for each rider) Commemorative Ride T-Shirts will be on sale at rider check-in.


Pre-register online at: Arizona Bike Week - T-Bar Trail Ride

Unique Tattoo Designs For Unique Body Art

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