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ddog558 Posts: 555 Joined: 8/15/2006 Location: Cedar Hill, TX	5/17/2008 12:32 AM ddog558 wrote: 1994 Millville. Enjoy The Rock was dominant........ Dowd's first factory ride........... MC as the 250 noob......... AND 2-STROKES!!!!!!!!!!!! ddog558 wrote: 1994 Millville. Enjoy The Rock was dominant........ Dowd's first factory ride........... MC as the 250 noob......... AND 2-STROKES!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Last Post Only 1994 Millville. Enjoy The Rock was dominant........ Dowd's first factory ride........... MC as the 250 noob......... AND 2-STROKES!!!!!!!!!!!!
Factoryphoto Posts: 223 Joined: 4/02/2008 Location: Northern California, CA	5/17/2008 12:36 AM Factoryphoto wrote: Good stuff.. I had a 94 YZ 250 they sure were a good bike....Nice to see MC outdoors again I was bummed when he went sx only Factoryphoto wrote: Good stuff.. I had a 94 YZ 250 they sure were a good bike....Nice to see MC outdoors again I was bummed when he went sx only Quote Last Post Only Good stuff.. I had a 94 YZ 250 they sure were a good bike....Nice to see MC outdoors again I was bummed when he went sx only www.factoryphoto.com
Digger437 Posts: 451 Joined: 9/04/2006 Location: Wisconsin Rapids, WI	5/17/2008 12:45 AM Digger437 wrote: Some good stuff there. I was there and remember the battle those three put on. Digger437 wrote: Some good stuff there. I was there and remember the battle those three put on. Quote Last Post Only Some good stuff there. I was there and remember the battle those three put on.
jmc2 Posts: 163 Joined: 8/15/2006 Location: Gilbert, AZ	5/17/2008 3:23 AM jmc2 wrote: Fun to watch..thanks.. jmc2 wrote: Fun to watch..thanks.. Quote Last Post Only Fun to watch..thanks..
jonjon714 Posts: 1377 Joined: 4/29/2008 Location: Tidewater, VA	5/17/2008 7:06 AM jonjon714 wrote: Had my 94 till I got the 99 thumper Man, I wish Bailey was still providing the color...Never thought I'd miss ole Art calling the play by play, but damn man, he was soooo much better than Ralph is. I feel like that guy is always yelling like Billy Mays.... jonjon714 wrote: Had my 94 till I got the 99 thumper Man, I wish Bailey was still providing the color...Never thought I'd miss ole Art calling the play by play, but damn man, he was soooo much better than Ralph is. I feel like that guy is always yelling like Billy Mays.... Quote Last Post Only Had my 94 till I got the 99 thumper Man, I wish Bailey was still providing the color...Never thought I'd miss ole Art calling the play by play, but damn man, he was soooo much better than Ralph is. I feel like that guy is always yelling like Billy Mays.... "The best argument against a democracy is a five minute conversation with the average voter." Winston Churchill
BamBamm13 Posts: 350 Joined: 8/15/2006 Location: Costa Mexico, CA	5/17/2008 4:49 PM jonjon714 wrote: Had my 94 till I got the 99 thumper Man, I wish Bailey was still providing the color...Never thought I'd miss ole Art calling the play by play, but damn man, he was soooo much better than Ralph is. I feel like that guy is always yelling like Billy Mays.... jonjon714 wrote: Had my 94 till I got the 99 thumper Man, I wish Bailey was still providing the color...Never thought I'd miss ole Art calling the play by play, but damn man, he was soooo much better than Ralph is. I feel like that guy is always yelling like Billy Mays.... BamBamm13 wrote: You know thats not Art Eckman right? It's Dave Despain. Noobs... Quote Last Post Only BamBamm13 wrote: You know thats not Art Eckman right? It's Dave Despain. Noobs... Quote Last Post Only You know thats not Art Eckman right? It's Dave Despain. Noobs... The Perez Hilton of Vitaldrive.com
Slow ~ Pro Posts: 1895 Joined: 3/28/2008 Location: CAPISTRANO BEACH, CA	5/17/2008 4:57 PM BamBamm13 wrote: You know thats not Art Eckman right? It's Dave Despain. Noobs... BamBamm13 wrote: You know thats not Art Eckman right? It's Dave Despain. Noobs... Slow ~ Pro wrote: GO Bamm ! Yeah...Art Eckman, was an older Ralph Sheheen. Dave Despain, had incredible knowledge. Quote Last Post Only Slow ~ Pro wrote: GO Bamm ! Yeah...Art Eckman, was an older Ralph Sheheen. Dave Despain, had incredible knowledge. Quote Last Post Only GO Bamm ! Yeah...Art Eckman, was an older Ralph Sheheen. Dave Despain, had incredible knowledge. ~ Show me a good loser, and I'll show you a loser ~ ~ Keep a wheel out front !
SCYRacing Posts: 287 Joined: 4/02/2008 Location: Mingo Jct., OH	5/17/2008 4:59 PM SCYRacing wrote: Thanks for posting the vid. HowTF ya been Bam? SCYRacing wrote: Thanks for posting the vid. HowTF ya been Bam? Quote Last Post Only Thanks for posting the vid. HowTF ya been Bam? Free Beer Tomorrow
BamBamm13 Posts: 350 Joined: 8/15/2006 Location: Costa Mexico, CA	5/17/2008 5:02 PM Slow ~ Pro wrote: GO Bamm ! Yeah...Art Eckman, was an older Ralph Sheheen. Dave Despain, had incredible knowledge. Slow ~ Pro wrote: GO Bamm ! Yeah...Art Eckman, was an older Ralph Sheheen. Dave Despain, had incredible knowledge. BamBamm13 wrote: Had?!! He ain't dead yet lol I know he prefers two wheels, but keeps getting offers to host the four wheeled shows on SPEED. Quote Last Post Only BamBamm13 wrote: Had?!! He ain't dead yet lol I know he prefers two wheels, but keeps getting offers to host the four wheeled shows on SPEED. Quote Last Post Only Had?!! He ain't dead yet lol I know he prefers two wheels, but keeps getting offers to host the four wheeled shows on SPEED. The Perez Hilton of Vitaldrive.com
BamBamm13 Posts: 350 Joined: 8/15/2006 Location: Costa Mexico, CA	5/17/2008 5:03 PM SCYRacing wrote: Thanks for posting the vid. HowTF ya been Bam? SCYRacing wrote: Thanks for posting the vid. HowTF ya been Bam? BamBamm13 wrote: Not to bad brother. I need to send you a PM. I need to check on some part numbers... Quote Last Post Only BamBamm13 wrote: Not to bad brother. I need to send you a PM. I need to check on some part numbers... Quote Last Post Only Not to bad brother. I need to send you a PM. I need to check on some part numbers... The Perez Hilton of Vitaldrive.com
Slow ~ Pro Posts: 1895 Joined: 3/28/2008 Location: CAPISTRANO BEACH, CA	5/17/2008 5:17 PM BamBamm13 wrote: Had?!! He ain't dead yet lol I know he prefers two wheels, but keeps getting offers to host the four wheeled shows on SPEED. BamBamm13 wrote: Had?!! He ain't dead yet lol I know he prefers two wheels, but keeps getting offers to host the four wheeled shows on SPEED. Slow ~ Pro wrote: He aint dead ? Poor choice of words...I like double D Gotta chase the coin. Quote Last Post Only Slow ~ Pro wrote: He aint dead ? Poor choice of words...I like double D Gotta chase the coin. Quote Last Post Only He aint dead ? Poor choice of words...I like double D Gotta chase the coin. ~ Show me a good loser, and I'll show you a loser ~ ~ Keep a wheel out front !
SCYRacing Posts: 287 Joined: 4/02/2008 Location: Mingo Jct., OH	5/17/2008 5:27 PM BamBamm13 wrote: Not to bad brother. I need to send you a PM. I need to check on some part numbers... BamBamm13 wrote: Not to bad brother. I need to send you a PM. I need to check on some part numbers... SCYRacing wrote: Motodrive discount still applies...you'll just have to tell me how to check PMs Quote Last Post Only SCYRacing wrote: Motodrive discount still applies...you'll just have to tell me how to check PMs Quote Last Post Only Motodrive discount still applies...you'll just have to tell me how to check PMs Free Beer Tomorrow
BamBamm13 Posts: 350 Joined: 8/15/2006 Location: Costa Mexico, CA	5/17/2008 5:49 PM BamBamm13 wrote: Not to bad brother. I need to send you a PM. I need to check on some part numbers... SCYRacing wrote: Motodrive discount still applies...you'll just have to tell me how to check PMs BamBamm13 wrote: Not to bad brother. I need to send you a PM. I need to check on some part numbers... SCYRacing wrote: Motodrive discount still applies...you'll just have to tell me how to check PMs BamBamm13 wrote: I think it just gets e-mailed to you Quote Last Post Only BamBamm13 wrote: I think it just gets e-mailed to you Quote Last Post Only I think it just gets e-mailed to you The Perez Hilton of Vitaldrive.com
BamBamm13 Posts: 350 Joined: 8/15/2006 Location: Costa Mexico, CA	5/17/2008 5:52 PM Slow ~ Pro wrote: He aint dead ? Poor choice of words...I like double D Gotta chase the coin. Slow ~ Pro wrote: He aint dead ? Poor choice of words...I like double D Gotta chase the coin. BamBamm13 wrote: I watched that NASCAB show he hosted last year "inside nextel cup" just beause he was the host. Went to watch it after Daytona, and Steve Byrnes (sp) is the host now, but can't stand the new host... Quote Last Post Only BamBamm13 wrote: I watched that NASCAB show he hosted last year "inside nextel cup" just beause he was the host. Went to watch it after Daytona, and Steve Byrnes (sp) is the host now, but can't stand the new host... Quote Last Post Only I watched that NASCAB show he hosted last year "inside nextel cup" just beause he was the host. Went to watch it after Daytona, and Steve Byrnes (sp) is the host now, but can't stand the new host... The Perez Hilton of Vitaldrive.com
race Posts: 875 Joined: 8/26/2006 Location: , CA	5/17/2008 8:51 PM Factoryphoto wrote: Good stuff.. I had a 94 YZ 250 they sure were a good bike....Nice to see MC outdoors again I was bummed when he went sx only Factoryphoto wrote: Good stuff.. I had a 94 YZ 250 they sure were a good bike....Nice to see MC outdoors again I was bummed when he went sx only race wrote: Love watching Mc ride outdoors. One of the more intelligent riders, always thinking and going for different line choices. I had a '95 but always thought those years the bike was too wide and not a great handler. Big butt syndrome. Guys were going with the long rod kit on them as well. When they went to the new slimmer frame in '96 and then got the engine right in '97 the bike really came into its own. Quote Last Post Only race wrote: Love watching Mc ride outdoors. One of the more intelligent riders, always thinking and going for different line choices. I had a '95 but always thought those years the bike was too wide and not a great handler. Big butt syndrome. Guys were going with the long rod kit on them as well. When they went to the new slimmer frame in '96 and then got the engine right in '97 the bike really came into its own. Quote Last Post Only Love watching Mc ride outdoors. One of the more intelligent riders, always thinking and going for different line choices. I had a '95 but always thought those years the bike was too wide and not a great handler. Big butt syndrome. Guys were going with the long rod kit on them as well. When they went to the new slimmer frame in '96 and then got the engine right in '97 the bike really came into its own.
OW38B Posts: 126 Joined: 8/17/2006 Location: Southern, California	5/18/2008 12:23 AM Factoryphoto wrote: Good stuff.. I had a 94 YZ 250 they sure were a good bike....Nice to see MC outdoors again I was bummed when he went sx only race wrote: Love watching Mc ride outdoors. One of the more intelligent riders, always thinking and going for different line choices. I had a '95 but always thought those years the bike was too wide and not a great handler. Big butt syndrome. Guys were going with the long rod kit on them as well. When they went to the new slimmer frame in '96 and then got the engine right in '97 the bike really came into its own. Factoryphoto wrote: Good stuff.. I had a 94 YZ 250 they sure were a good bike....Nice to see MC outdoors again I was bummed when he went sx only race wrote: Love watching Mc ride outdoors. One of the more intelligent riders, always thinking and going for different line choices. I had a '95 but always thought those years the bike was too wide and not a great handler. Big butt syndrome. Guys were going with the long rod kit on them as well. When they went to the new slimmer frame in '96 and then got the engine right in '97 the bike really came into its own. OW38B wrote: Most of the 250cc Yamaha factory riders used a 1994 cyclinder on their bikes until 1998. Many with the long rod kit also. I have both the long rod kit and 94 cyclinder on my 98 YZ250 and still pull holeshots if I don't mess up the start. Quote Last Post Only OW38B wrote: Most of the 250cc Yamaha factory riders used a 1994 cyclinder on their bikes until 1998. Many with the long rod kit also. I have both the long rod kit and 94 cyclinder on my 98 YZ250 and still pull holeshots if I don't mess up the start. Quote Last Post Only Most of the 250cc Yamaha factory riders used a 1994 cyclinder on their bikes until 1998. Many with the long rod kit also. I have both the long rod kit and 94 cyclinder on my 98 YZ250 and still pull holeshots if I don't mess up the start.
mxmedic Posts: 103 Joined: 4/01/2008 Location: , MN	5/18/2008 1:05 AM mxmedic wrote: Thanks for posting that--I'll have to watch it later. Fun to see that "older" stuff, hear the two strokes, and see how the track has changed over the years. My first year there was '95. mxmedic wrote: Thanks for posting that--I'll have to watch it later. Fun to see that "older" stuff, hear the two strokes, and see how the track has changed over the years. My first year there was '95. Quote Last Post Only Thanks for posting that--I'll have to watch it later. Fun to see that "older" stuff, hear the two strokes, and see how the track has changed over the years. My first year there was '95.
Homey Posts: 420 Joined: 8/16/2006 Location: Niles, MI	5/18/2008 2:20 AM Homey wrote: That was good now where is the rest of it? Homey wrote: That was good now where is the rest of it? Quote Last Post Only That was good now where is the rest of it? A new study shows that Depression hits Losers the hardest.
TG130 Posts: 85 Joined: 4/14/2008 Location: ,	5/18/2008 5:45 AM jonjon714 wrote: Had my 94 till I got the 99 thumper Man, I wish Bailey was still providing the color...Never thought I'd miss ole Art calling the play by play, but damn man, he was soooo much better than Ralph is. I feel like that guy is always yelling like Billy Mays.... BamBamm13 wrote: You know thats not Art Eckman right? It's Dave Despain. Noobs... jonjon714 wrote: Had my 94 till I got the 99 thumper Man, I wish Bailey was still providing the color...Never thought I'd miss ole Art calling the play by play, but damn man, he was soooo much better than Ralph is. I feel like that guy is always yelling like Billy Mays.... BamBamm13 wrote: You know thats not Art Eckman right? It's Dave Despain. Noobs... TG130 wrote: I always liked Eckman. He may have not been the most exciting guy, but he had a genuine love for the sport from way back. He used to be the sports guy on a San Francisco area TV station back in the late 1970's and he would always do a little segment on his sportscast about MX whenever there was a Trans AMA or national at Sears Point. Quote Last Post Only TG130 wrote: I always liked Eckman. He may have not been the most exciting guy, but he had a genuine love for the sport from way back. He used to be the sports guy on a San Francisco area TV station back in the late 1970's and he would always do a little segment on his sportscast about MX whenever there was a Trans AMA or national at Sears Point. Quote Last Post Only I always liked Eckman. He may have not been the most exciting guy, but he had a genuine love for the sport from way back. He used to be the sports guy on a San Francisco area TV station back in the late 1970's and he would always do a little segment on his sportscast about MX whenever there was a Trans AMA or national at Sears Point.
Bonepony Posts: 5232 Joined: 4/01/2008 Location: ,	5/18/2008 5:47 PM jonjon714 wrote: Had my 94 till I got the 99 thumper Man, I wish Bailey was still providing the color...Never thought I'd miss ole Art calling the play by play, but damn man, he was soooo much better than Ralph is. I feel like that guy is always yelling like Billy Mays.... BamBamm13 wrote: You know thats not Art Eckman right? It's Dave Despain. Noobs... TG130 wrote: I always liked Eckman. He may have not been the most exciting guy, but he had a genuine love for the sport from way back. He used to be the sports guy on a San Francisco area TV station back in the late 1970's and he would always do a little segment on his sportscast about MX whenever there was a Trans AMA or national at Sears Point. BamBamm13 wrote: You know thats not Art Eckman right? It's Dave Despain. Noobs... TG130 wrote: I always liked Eckman. He may have not been the most exciting guy, but he had a genuine love for the sport from way back. He used to be the sports guy on a San Francisco area TV station back in the late 1970's and he would always do a little segment on his sportscast about MX whenever there was a Trans AMA or national at Sears Point. Bonepony wrote: BAR TO BAR!!!! RUBBING PLASTIC!!!!!!!! What were some other Eckmanisms? Quote Last Post Only Bonepony wrote: BAR TO BAR!!!! RUBBING PLASTIC!!!!!!!! What were some other Eckmanisms? Quote Last Post Only BAR TO BAR!!!! RUBBING PLASTIC!!!!!!!! What were some other Eckmanisms? We are talking about the office that's one step away from the most powerful position in the world and you think this pine knot beauty pageant queen with a liberal arts degree in Journalism is a good choice? (Stolen from CamP) .
BamBamm13 Posts: 350 Joined: 8/15/2006 Location: Costa Mexico, CA	5/18/2008 6:08 PM TG130 wrote: I always liked Eckman. He may have not been the most exciting guy, but he had a genuine love for the sport from way back. He used to be the sports guy on a San Francisco area TV station back in the late 1970's and he would always do a little segment on his sportscast about MX whenever there was a Trans AMA or national at Sears Point. TG130 wrote: I always liked Eckman. He may have not been the most exciting guy, but he had a genuine love for the sport from way back. He used to be the sports guy on a San Francisco area TV station back in the late 1970's and he would always do a little segment on his sportscast about MX whenever there was a Trans AMA or national at Sears Point. BamBamm13 wrote: I have always thought Eckman and Despain did the best job at it. I think it helps that they both have a real love for two wheels in general Quote Last Post Only BamBamm13 wrote: I have always thought Eckman and Despain did the best job at it. I think it helps that they both have a real love for two wheels in general Quote Last Post Only I have always thought Eckman and Despain did the best job at it. I think it helps that they both have a real love for two wheels in general The Perez Hilton of Vitaldrive.com
jonjon714 Posts: 1377 Joined: 4/29/2008 Location: Tidewater, VA	5/18/2008 10:51 PM Edited Date/Time: 5/19/2008 12:18 PM jonjon714 wrote: Had my 94 till I got the 99 thumper Man, I wish Bailey was still providing the color...Never thought I'd miss ole Art calling the play by play, but damn man, he was soooo much better than Ralph is. I feel like that guy is always yelling like Billy Mays.... BamBamm13 wrote: You know thats not Art Eckman right? It's Dave Despain. Noobs... jonjon714 wrote: Had my 94 till I got the 99 thumper Man, I wish Bailey was still providing the color...Never thought I'd miss ole Art calling the play by play, but damn man, he was soooo much better than Ralph is. I feel like that guy is always yelling like Billy Mays.... BamBamm13 wrote: You know thats not Art Eckman right? It's Dave Despain. Noobs... jonjon714 wrote: Yes, I do know that was not Eckman. Despain was always very good and both he and Eckman had incredible knowledge. My point was that to me Ralph Shaheen is soooo bad I actually miss Eckman calling the "play the play" - you have to admit, he stumbled sometimes.... I would like to take this opportunity to say thanks to you and all the other self-appointed "post police" here at Vital. Keep up the great work Mandrake... Quote Last Post Only jonjon714 wrote: Yes, I do know that was not Eckman. Despain was always very good and both he and Eckman had incredible knowledge. My point was that to me Ralph Shaheen is soooo bad I actually miss Eckman calling the "play the play" - you have to admit, he stumbled sometimes.... I would like to take this opportunity to say thanks to you and all the other self-appointed "post police" here at Vital. Keep up the great work Mandrake... Quote Last Post Only Yes, I do know that was not Eckman. Despain was always very good and both he and Eckman had incredible knowledge. My point was that to me Ralph Shaheen is soooo bad I actually miss Eckman calling the "play the play" - you have to admit, he stumbled sometimes.... I would like to take this opportunity to say thanks to you and all the other self-appointed "post police" here at Vital. Keep up the great work Mandrake... "The best argument against a democracy is a five minute conversation with the average voter." Winston Churchill
Mr. Ryan Posts: 108 Joined: 3/30/2008 Location: HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA	5/19/2008 12:05 AM jonjon714 wrote: Had my 94 till I got the 99 thumper Man, I wish Bailey was still providing the color...Never thought I'd miss ole Art calling the play by play, but damn man, he was soooo much better than Ralph is. I feel like that guy is always yelling like Billy Mays.... jonjon714 wrote: Had my 94 till I got the 99 thumper Man, I wish Bailey was still providing the color...Never thought I'd miss ole Art calling the play by play, but damn man, he was soooo much better than Ralph is. I feel like that guy is always yelling like Billy Mays.... Mr. Ryan wrote: That was Dave Despain and Bailey Talking. Those guys really knew what they were talking about unlike now. I still don't know who James Reed Is, god ralph sucks and emig is sponsored by kawi so he only talks about how good they are, and erin is just retarded jamie little was good but Davey Coombs was much better. I want to know why the RacerX Motocross Show can't be our racing coverage on speed, or why can't the webcast guys do it they are really good also. Quote Last Post Only Mr. Ryan wrote: That was Dave Despain and Bailey Talking. Those guys really knew what they were talking about unlike now. I still don't know who James Reed Is, god ralph sucks and emig is sponsored by kawi so he only talks about how good they are, and erin is just retarded jamie little was good but Davey Coombs was much better. I want to know why the RacerX Motocross Show can't be our racing coverage on speed, or why can't the webcast guys do it they are really good also. Quote Last Post Only That was Dave Despain and Bailey Talking. Those guys really knew what they were talking about unlike now. I still don't know who James Reed Is, god ralph sucks and emig is sponsored by kawi so he only talks about how good they are, and erin is just retarded jamie little was good but Davey Coombs was much better. I want to know why the RacerX Motocross Show can't be our racing coverage on speed, or why can't the webcast guys do it they are really good also.
jonjon714 Posts: 1377 Joined: 4/29/2008 Location: Tidewater, VA	5/19/2008 12:21 AM jonjon714 wrote: Had my 94 till I got the 99 thumper Man, I wish Bailey was still providing the color...Never thought I'd miss ole Art calling the play by play, but damn man, he was soooo much better than Ralph is. I feel like that guy is always yelling like Billy Mays.... Mr. Ryan wrote: That was Dave Despain and Bailey Talking. Those guys really knew what they were talking about unlike now. I still don't know who James Reed Is, god ralph sucks and emig is sponsored by kawi so he only talks about how good they are, and erin is just retarded jamie little was good but Davey Coombs was much better. I want to know why the RacerX Motocross Show can't be our racing coverage on speed, or why can't the webcast guys do it they are really good also. jonjon714 wrote: Had my 94 till I got the 99 thumper Man, I wish Bailey was still providing the color...Never thought I'd miss ole Art calling the play by play, but damn man, he was soooo much better than Ralph is. I feel like that guy is always yelling like Billy Mays.... Mr. Ryan wrote: That was Dave Despain and Bailey Talking. Those guys really knew what they were talking about unlike now. I still don't know who James Reed Is, god ralph sucks and emig is sponsored by kawi so he only talks about how good they are, and erin is just retarded jamie little was good but Davey Coombs was much better. I want to know why the RacerX Motocross Show can't be our racing coverage on speed, or why can't the webcast guys do it they are really good also. jonjon714 wrote: Refer to post above... And your absolutely right about Emig..It usually goes something like,"I don't know Ralph, the green bikes seem really good tonight." It's disgusting! Jamie Little was very professional and you see what happened - promoted...At least Erin's easy on the eyes. Quote Last Post Only jonjon714 wrote: Refer to post above... And your absolutely right about Emig..It usually goes something like,"I don't know Ralph, the green bikes seem really good tonight." It's disgusting! Jamie Little was very professional and you see what happened - promoted...At least Erin's easy on the eyes. Quote Last Post Only Refer to post above... And your absolutely right about Emig..It usually goes something like,"I don't know Ralph, the green bikes seem really good tonight." It's disgusting! Jamie Little was very professional and you see what happened - promoted...At least Erin's easy on the eyes. "The best argument against a democracy is a five minute conversation with the average voter." Winston Churchill
andymoto Posts: 1298 Joined: 11/28/2007 Location: Scarysville, Moto CA	5/19/2008 4:44 AM TG130 wrote: I always liked Eckman. He may have not been the most exciting guy, but he had a genuine love for the sport from way back. He used to be the sports guy on a San Francisco area TV station back in the late 1970's and he would always do a little segment on his sportscast about MX whenever there was a Trans AMA or national at Sears Point.