Alcohol at local tracks

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tapkawiman 3/6/2012 7:19am
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I have a track and the rule is you ride as much as you want but as soon as you pop the top on a alcoholic beverage the bike is parked period end of discussion. If I was to catch someone riding on my track after drinking they would never be allowed back.

As for the guys that say its ok to drink and ride at a public track that is about the most ignorant statment that I have ever heard. If someone was to do something stupid and hurt me or my family or friends on the track after riding man..... All I know is he better be the fastest bike loader ever because I would shove the bike up his arse and I bet those knobbys and foot pegs are going to hurt goint in....
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Riz840 3/6/2012 7:32am
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Because of this thread the next time I see some douche drinking then get on a bike....... Im stealing your shit from your truck and throwing it on the highway for you to see obliterated on your way home. Think about that
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Graphite 3/6/2012 8:03am
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Torco1 wrote:
Does anyone know what would happen liability wise if a rider that had been drinking at a track took someone out and injured them? Just curious.
The same as if they weren't drunk...ride at your own risk...
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I raced a worcs race drunk as shit one time and killed it when your drunk you just hold the thing wide open it's awesome motocross is just a big party

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Riz840 wrote:
Because of this thread the next time I see some douche drinking then get on a bike....... Im stealing your shit from your truck and throwing...
Because of this thread the next time I see some douche drinking then get on a bike....... Im stealing your shit from your truck and throwing it on the highway for you to see obliterated on your way home. Think about that
Good idea. I hope when you get caught stealing someone's shit from their truck they break both your arms. Think about that.
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Greg903 3/6/2012 8:28am
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I can see a few percocet and some weed but drinking just isn't cool. Wink


I work in a industry full of alcoholics and drug users and I've known guys that were so dependent that they had to use to be straight. Of course that's a whole Other story and if your that involved in drinking and drugging you usually don't partake in other hobbies.
TheNewOriginal 3/6/2012 8:29am
3/6/2012 8:29am
tapkawiman wrote:
I have a track and the rule is you ride as much as you want but as soon as you pop the top on a alcoholic...
I have a track and the rule is you ride as much as you want but as soon as you pop the top on a alcoholic beverage the bike is parked period end of discussion. If I was to catch someone riding on my track after drinking they would never be allowed back.

As for the guys that say its ok to drink and ride at a public track that is about the most ignorant statment that I have ever heard. If someone was to do something stupid and hurt me or my family or friends on the track after riding man..... All I know is he better be the fastest bike loader ever because I would shove the bike up his arse and I bet those knobbys and foot pegs are going to hurt goint in....
What if one of your friends or family hurt somebody on the track by pure stupidity? Should they expect the bike to be shoved up their ass?
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Torco1 3/6/2012 8:30am
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Torco1 wrote:
Does anyone know what would happen liability wise if a rider that had been drinking at a track took someone out and injured them? Just curious.
Graphite wrote:
The same as if they weren't drunk...ride at your own risk...
Here in California you have to sign a waiver form when you ride the tracks. I'm pretty sure they all say that drugs and alcohol or prohibited when riding. I know it would be hard to tell if someone was drunk or not, but there would have to be a difference between a normal "shit happens" crash and one where a guy was drunk and blew a corner or something and killed a kid. I would image that someone would end up being responsible.
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tapkawiman 3/6/2012 8:42am
3/6/2012 8:42am Edited Date/Time 3/6/2012 9:08am
tapkawiman wrote:
I have a track and the rule is you ride as much as you want but as soon as you pop the top on a alcoholic...
I have a track and the rule is you ride as much as you want but as soon as you pop the top on a alcoholic beverage the bike is parked period end of discussion. If I was to catch someone riding on my track after drinking they would never be allowed back.

As for the guys that say its ok to drink and ride at a public track that is about the most ignorant statment that I have ever heard. If someone was to do something stupid and hurt me or my family or friends on the track after riding man..... All I know is he better be the fastest bike loader ever because I would shove the bike up his arse and I bet those knobbys and foot pegs are going to hurt goint in....
TheNewOriginal wrote:
What if one of your friends or family hurt somebody on the track by pure stupidity? Should they expect the bike to be shoved up their...
What if one of your friends or family hurt somebody on the track by pure stupidity? Should they expect the bike to be shoved up their ass?
Little different when someone choses to drink and ride a dirt bike which is already dangerous.

With what your saying that drinking and driving a car and doing something stupid and hurting someone is ok because we have stupid drivers out there that do dumb things???

Yea hell I guess I see your ignorant point of view. Next time someone drunk at a track kills someone doing someting stupid we should all sit back and say hell its allright there are stupid sober riders out there to???
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Riz840 3/6/2012 9:06am
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Riz840 wrote:
Because of this thread the next time I see some douche drinking then get on a bike....... Im stealing your shit from your truck and throwing...
Because of this thread the next time I see some douche drinking then get on a bike....... Im stealing your shit from your truck and throwing it on the highway for you to see obliterated on your way home. Think about that
nytsmaC wrote:
Good idea. I hope when you get caught stealing someone's shit from their truck they break both your arms. Think about that.
Kenny Powers in the house...shakin in my gearnes


Ive seen Buggies in trees, front wheels bent back into motors, and more than my share of helicopters due to drrinking. Even had a drunk pull in front of me in a truck while i was jumping sand dunes and I T boned it. If you drink and ride ANYTHING you deserve what you get.
TheNewOriginal 3/6/2012 9:11am
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tapkawiman wrote:
Little different when someone choses to drink and ride a dirt bike which is already dangerous. With what your saying that drinking and driving a car...
Little different when someone choses to drink and ride a dirt bike which is already dangerous.

With what your saying that drinking and driving a car and doing something stupid and hurting someone is ok because we have stupid drivers out there that do dumb things???

Yea hell I guess I see your ignorant point of view. Next time someone drunk at a track kills someone doing someting stupid we should all sit back and say hell its allright there are stupid sober riders out there to???
Drunk and having a drink are two entirely different things. Hell yeah, if somebody is drunk or even impaired, they have no business on the track. Drinking a single beer and driving a car is not an issue. Drinking 10 beers in an hour and driving is a major issue. You keep calling people ignorant, it seems the predominant problem is that people not familiar with drinking beer are too fucking ignorant to realize that having a beer is not the same as being shitfaced drunk.
Dirtysmile56 3/6/2012 9:14am
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I usually fill my camelback with coors light , it helps me get through those grueling 6 minutes plus 1 lap vet motos Smile
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Riz840 wrote:
Because of this thread the next time I see some douche drinking then get on a bike....... Im stealing your shit from your truck and throwing...
Because of this thread the next time I see some douche drinking then get on a bike....... Im stealing your shit from your truck and throwing it on the highway for you to see obliterated on your way home. Think about that
nytsmaC wrote:
Good idea. I hope when you get caught stealing someone's shit from their truck they break both your arms. Think about that.
Riz840 wrote:
Kenny Powers in the house...shakin in my gearnes Ive seen Buggies in trees, front wheels bent back into motors, and more than my share of helicopters...
Kenny Powers in the house...shakin in my gearnes


Ive seen Buggies in trees, front wheels bent back into motors, and more than my share of helicopters due to drrinking. Even had a drunk pull in front of me in a truck while i was jumping sand dunes and I T boned it. If you drink and ride ANYTHING you deserve what you get.
If you steal other peoples personal belongings out of their trucks you also deserve what you get.
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tapkawiman 3/6/2012 9:19am
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Not familiar with drinking a beer I can guarantee is not a problem of mine.

And to say that alcohol involved in anything dangerous at any amount and saying its ok is ignorant especially when it involves the safety of others.

And as for your one drink issue I know of 2 people personnly that would have a hard time operating a garage door opener after one drink. Light weights yea but I bet I could drink 4 or 5 before it started affecting me some people more some less. I think its pretty selfish on someones part to risk others safety because of it.
TheNewOriginal 3/6/2012 9:24am
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Riz840 wrote:
Because of this thread the next time I see some douche drinking then get on a bike....... Im stealing your shit from your truck and throwing...
Because of this thread the next time I see some douche drinking then get on a bike....... Im stealing your shit from your truck and throwing it on the highway for you to see obliterated on your way home. Think about that
What if you steal my shit and throw it on the road, tapkawiman runs over it, gets hurt, and sticks your bike up your ass; knobbies, foot pegs, and all? Think about that.
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Riz840 3/6/2012 9:27am
3/6/2012 9:27am Edited Date/Time 3/6/2012 9:28am
Riz840 wrote:
Because of this thread the next time I see some douche drinking then get on a bike....... Im stealing your shit from your truck and throwing...
Because of this thread the next time I see some douche drinking then get on a bike....... Im stealing your shit from your truck and throwing it on the highway for you to see obliterated on your way home. Think about that
TheNewOriginal wrote:
What if you steal my shit and throw it on the road, tapkawiman runs over it, gets hurt, and sticks your bike up your ass; knobbies...
What if you steal my shit and throw it on the road, tapkawiman runs over it, gets hurt, and sticks your bike up your ass; knobbies, foot pegs, and all? Think about that.
Ok Ok your right I better backer off Im sorry....
I should of clarified that I was going to relocate it not steal it
TheNewOriginal 3/6/2012 9:29am
3/6/2012 9:29am Edited Date/Time 3/6/2012 9:34am
tapkawiman wrote:
Not familiar with drinking a beer I can guarantee is not a problem of mine. And to say that alcohol involved in anything dangerous at any...
Not familiar with drinking a beer I can guarantee is not a problem of mine.

And to say that alcohol involved in anything dangerous at any amount and saying its ok is ignorant especially when it involves the safety of others.

And as for your one drink issue I know of 2 people personnly that would have a hard time operating a garage door opener after one drink. Light weights yea but I bet I could drink 4 or 5 before it started affecting me some people more some less. I think its pretty selfish on someones part to risk others safety because of it.
I agree with you that I would not want someone out of their mind on the track with me or my friends. My point again is that different people have different tolerances. You guys don't have to worry about me anymore anyway, my last crushed tib/fib pretty much did me in for competitive riding. And btw, I had not had a single beer that day. I still blame the lack of my pre-ride beer for underestimating the distance on the double.
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Underdog999 3/6/2012 9:31am
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Maybe I'm not understanding you guys, but are you saying:

1. Don't drink while riding on mx track.

2. Drink before you get in your truck to drive home.

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Riz840 3/6/2012 9:43am
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^^^^
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Wolfman 3/6/2012 10:01am
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What kind of pusssssy feels the need to drink beer at the track? 90 proof vodka is the only way to go.
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You guys are making the thirsty
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Ryno23 3/6/2012 11:01am
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arjmx wrote:
I was just curious if anyone else wondered about alcohol consumption rules at local mx tracks. My boy and I were riding with some buddies over...
I was just curious if anyone else wondered about alcohol consumption rules at local mx tracks. My boy and I were riding with some buddies over the weekend and ONCE AGAIN noticed riders hangin with beers in their hand then gearing up to go ride. Does this upset or concern anyone else?
I'm the VP at our local track and it isn't allowed at all. We have a strict policy about that. We do NOT want to send that message to any kids or other riders present!!! MODERATE post ride alcohol consumption is fine in which I partake in as well. Our phrase "if you wanna beer then get out of your gear." Most (if not all) of our members will abide by that rule and at least have their riding boots off as a sign of "yep, I'm done" which works.
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Graphite 3/6/2012 11:05am
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Torco1 wrote:
Here in California you have to sign a waiver form when you ride the tracks. I'm pretty sure they all say that drugs and alcohol or...
Here in California you have to sign a waiver form when you ride the tracks. I'm pretty sure they all say that drugs and alcohol or prohibited when riding. I know it would be hard to tell if someone was drunk or not, but there would have to be a difference between a normal "shit happens" crash and one where a guy was drunk and blew a corner or something and killed a kid. I would image that someone would end up being responsible.
So by that regard, I can't take Advil or Tylenol and ride? That is a drug, BTW.
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Torco1 3/6/2012 11:07am
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Torco1 wrote:
Here in California you have to sign a waiver form when you ride the tracks. I'm pretty sure they all say that drugs and alcohol or...
Here in California you have to sign a waiver form when you ride the tracks. I'm pretty sure they all say that drugs and alcohol or prohibited when riding. I know it would be hard to tell if someone was drunk or not, but there would have to be a difference between a normal "shit happens" crash and one where a guy was drunk and blew a corner or something and killed a kid. I would image that someone would end up being responsible.
Graphite wrote:
So by that regard, I can't take Advil or Tylenol and ride? That is a drug, BTW.
Advil and Tylenol are non-narcotic, I think they are referring to narcotic type drugs. You know, the good stuff.
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darius228 3/6/2012 11:29am
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wawazat wrote:
Guess I'm the only who drinks at the track huh? Thinking not, just a bunch of guys who don't want to admit on a forum like...
Guess I'm the only who drinks at the track huh? Thinking not, just a bunch of guys who don't want to admit on a forum like this.

Go on with your bad selves..
TheNewOriginal wrote:
I always have a couple of beers during the day. The two times I didn't have a beer (due to very early morning starts) ended with...
I always have a couple of beers during the day. The two times I didn't have a beer (due to very early morning starts) ended with surgery - major shoulder separation (1st time) and shattered tib/fib (2nd time.) I never drink a lot of beer at the track, but no way a couple of beers over several hours are going to negatively affect my coordination. On a related note, I remember a similar thread on motonews where a dude was going ballistic about anybody that would drink a beer at the track ... After one beer, they should be prosecuted, blah, blah, blah. Finally, somebody responded with "Dude, are you a religious fanatic, a recovering alcoholic, or just a fucking asshole."
I have the exact same story, I'll have a beer with lunch and when I'm feeling i don't have many moto's left. I'm not saying beer makes me ride better or safer but conveniently the 2 times I've been stone cold sober I've ended in the hospital, which makes it that much harder for me to change my routine. Riding is a fun thing I do with my buddies, were not pro's and never will be, so I'll continue having fun my way and give the rest of you something to talk about.
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peelout 3/6/2012 11:37am
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arjmx wrote:
I was just curious if anyone else wondered about alcohol consumption rules at local mx tracks. My boy and I were riding with some buddies over...
I was just curious if anyone else wondered about alcohol consumption rules at local mx tracks. My boy and I were riding with some buddies over the weekend and ONCE AGAIN noticed riders hangin with beers in their hand then gearing up to go ride. Does this upset or concern anyone else?
Ryno23 wrote:
I'm the VP at our local track and it isn't allowed at all. We have a strict policy about that. We do NOT want to send...
I'm the VP at our local track and it isn't allowed at all. We have a strict policy about that. We do NOT want to send that message to any kids or other riders present!!! MODERATE post ride alcohol consumption is fine in which I partake in as well. Our phrase "if you wanna beer then get out of your gear." Most (if not all) of our members will abide by that rule and at least have their riding boots off as a sign of "yep, I'm done" which works.
i raced in Bozeman years ago, there was one triple (or quad, not sure which) that was very hairy. but that was when i was young and fast, raced a lot of fast guys from MT in the 125B and 125A class; Cameron Weaver and Cory Earhardt are the first that come to mind (i've actually raced some hill-climbs against Cory, kid is awesome at hill-climbs these days).

anyway, sorry to get off topic.

i love beer
rustytrombone 3/6/2012 12:02pm
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Underdog999 wrote:
Maybe I'm not understanding you guys, but are you saying: 1. Don't drink while riding on mx track. 2. Drink before you get in your truck...
Maybe I'm not understanding you guys, but are you saying:

1. Don't drink while riding on mx track.

2. Drink before you get in your truck to drive home.
Vital logic for ya.
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Racer92 3/6/2012 12:06pm
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arjmx wrote:
I was just curious if anyone else wondered about alcohol consumption rules at local mx tracks. My boy and I were riding with some buddies over...
I was just curious if anyone else wondered about alcohol consumption rules at local mx tracks. My boy and I were riding with some buddies over the weekend and ONCE AGAIN noticed riders hangin with beers in their hand then gearing up to go ride. Does this upset or concern anyone else?
I usually bring at least 30 gallons of alcohol with me to the track.
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CamP 3/6/2012 12:18pm
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Beer cures arm pump.

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