Tom, Dick or Harry?

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Edited Date/Time 1/26/2012 5:39am
I was reading "Racer Head" on RacerX web site and Ping commented in his own words that,
"Yamaha has been doling out bikes, parts and “factory motors” to any Tom, Dick or Harry that decides he wants to run a race team. L&M, Moto Concepts, Star Racing, YOT and now Valli Yamaha".

Wow, I was thinking the Yamaha made a move towards the future, by not fielding a Factory in-house Team and investing in their support teams. It's how the manufactures have approached other types of motorcycle racing, like Moto-GP, MX-1, MX-2, MX-3, World Superbike, American Road Racing, and now Supercross / Motocross. Not to speak about NASCAR, F-1 and other types of car racing.

I would never imagine industry media would ever call the people that would step up and field a race effort in these economically trying times "Tom, Dick or Harry". To me this is a insult to these people and sponsors supporting these team's.

I say, let's hear it for Yamaha for looking towards the future and taking Supercross and Motocross to the next level.

Wait a minute, doesn't Ping manage the Troy Lee Race Team? I guess Honda handed out support to that race effort also, so I witch one of the three people that Ping spoke of is Mr. Ping, Tom, Dick or Harry? I would say he's "Dick".
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motoxhead 11/28/2009 12:53am
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Bitter Angy little man is his stick. Consider yourself trolled.
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Shenzi 11/28/2009 7:09am
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surprised about these comments too, but I guess you gotta respect the man for telling what he things loud and clear. Smile
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dsklein25 11/28/2009 9:17am
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He's probably just pissed because while Yamaha is adding support teams
his budget from Honda got hacked!
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Looped Out 11/28/2009 10:04am
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motoxhead wrote:
Bitter Angy little man is his stick. Consider yourself trolled.
Yes he does come across as a angry little man. I have always thought he did a good in his media gig, but there were times that I'd read some of his some of his comments and think why would he say that ? Then, yesterday I read the "Tom, Dick and Harry" comment and thought, man Ping manages a race team and he would say that?

It might be as dsklein25 said, and he's throwing a "Little Angry Man" comment because Honda clipped Troy Lee support (but I don't know anything about their team) and his angry that Yamaha is increasing support with their teams.

I guess I'll just store this in the memory bank and move on. Life's too short to have a little prick try to cut other race teams down to make himself feel or his team look better.

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Looped Out wrote:
Yes he does come across as a angry little man. I have always thought he did a good in his media gig, but there were times...
Yes he does come across as a angry little man. I have always thought he did a good in his media gig, but there were times that I'd read some of his some of his comments and think why would he say that ? Then, yesterday I read the "Tom, Dick and Harry" comment and thought, man Ping manages a race team and he would say that?

It might be as dsklein25 said, and he's throwing a "Little Angry Man" comment because Honda clipped Troy Lee support (but I don't know anything about their team) and his angry that Yamaha is increasing support with their teams.

I guess I'll just store this in the memory bank and move on. Life's too short to have a little prick try to cut other race teams down to make himself feel or his team look better.
Wow, off season's a bitch.

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I'm sorry, why should I care again?
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jeffro503 11/28/2009 10:18am
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Well.......i think maybe Ping just kind of threw that out there to be honest. I don't think he meant is as a slam , and maybe people are taking it a "little" out of context here.

Besides , the saying "Tom , Dick and Harry" is just saying......it gets thrown around all the time. I don't think he meant it in a slamming type way......but maybe i'm wrong.
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Looped Out 11/28/2009 10:20am
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Yes he does come across as a angry little man. I have always thought he did a good in his media gig, but there were times...
Yes he does come across as a angry little man. I have always thought he did a good in his media gig, but there were times that I'd read some of his some of his comments and think why would he say that ? Then, yesterday I read the "Tom, Dick and Harry" comment and thought, man Ping manages a race team and he would say that?

It might be as dsklein25 said, and he's throwing a "Little Angry Man" comment because Honda clipped Troy Lee support (but I don't know anything about their team) and his angry that Yamaha is increasing support with their teams.

I guess I'll just store this in the memory bank and move on. Life's too short to have a little prick try to cut other race teams down to make himself feel or his team look better.
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Wow, off season's a bitch.

Off season? What does the off season have to do with this?

Oh, because it is the off season, right now? Unsure Unsure Unsure
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Sparkalounger 11/28/2009 10:26am
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jeffro503 wrote:
Well.......i think maybe Ping just kind of threw that out there to be honest. I don't think he meant is as a slam , and maybe...
Well.......i think maybe Ping just kind of threw that out there to be honest. I don't think he meant is as a slam , and maybe people are taking it a "little" out of context here.

Besides , the saying "Tom , Dick and Harry" is just saying......it gets thrown around all the time. I don't think he meant it in a slamming type way......but maybe i'm wrong.
x2

plus the rest of the subject went on to read as follows:

"The upside to all that is how many jobs have opened up as a result of Yamaha going that route. Imagine how many rides would be available if all the manufacturers supported satellite teams with bikes, parts and technical help instead of operating their own teams. They could support multiple teams and still save money over the way they are doing it now. From a business perspective it’s a no-brainer. I’ve been saying for a while that it will all go that way eventually and Yamaha’s approach to this season may be the start of it."

Doesn't really sound bitter to me at all.

Funny, when I read the piece this morning i didn't read any negativity...

maybe this guy is just projecting HIS own bitterness on to Ping...
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Outsider 11/28/2009 10:27am
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Looped Out wrote:
Yes he does come across as a angry little man. I have always thought he did a good in his media gig, but there were times...
Yes he does come across as a angry little man. I have always thought he did a good in his media gig, but there were times that I'd read some of his some of his comments and think why would he say that ? Then, yesterday I read the "Tom, Dick and Harry" comment and thought, man Ping manages a race team and he would say that?

It might be as dsklein25 said, and he's throwing a "Little Angry Man" comment because Honda clipped Troy Lee support (but I don't know anything about their team) and his angry that Yamaha is increasing support with their teams.

I guess I'll just store this in the memory bank and move on. Life's too short to have a little prick try to cut other race teams down to make himself feel or his team look better.
Outsider wrote:
Wow, off season's a bitch.

Looped Out wrote:
Off season? What does the off season have to do with this?

Oh, because it is the off season, right now? Unsure Unsure Unsure
Well, it seems like we just might be running out of topics?

I honestly don't think Ping's comment was meant to be anything other than a sarcastic remark, and if it was, does it matter what Ping thinks of Yamaha's support teams? Wink
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dpingree101 11/28/2009 10:31am
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Wow, talk about taking something out of context. First of all, read the whole paragraph. The point was that Yamaha now has multiple support teams and that the test track was going to be crowded. That was where the "Tom, Dick and Harry" comment came from. It was jokey, folks... not meant to be a slam. I also prefaced that by saying that Valli had a solid-looking team in Tedesco and Regal. And then I went on to say that this is how all the manufacturers are going to do it in the future and that it would open up twice the number of good rides. You guys get your panties in a wad too easily. Uh-oh, there's your next post: "Ping said I have my panties in a wad!"
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Sparkalounger 11/28/2009 10:37am
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dpingree101 wrote:
Wow, talk about taking something out of context. First of all, read the whole paragraph. The point was that Yamaha now has multiple support teams and...
Wow, talk about taking something out of context. First of all, read the whole paragraph. The point was that Yamaha now has multiple support teams and that the test track was going to be crowded. That was where the "Tom, Dick and Harry" comment came from. It was jokey, folks... not meant to be a slam. I also prefaced that by saying that Valli had a solid-looking team in Tedesco and Regal. And then I went on to say that this is how all the manufacturers are going to do it in the future and that it would open up twice the number of good rides. You guys get your panties in a wad too easily. Uh-oh, there's your next post: "Ping said I have my panties in a wad!"
hey man, i had it handled... Smile
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Outsider 11/28/2009 10:38am
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LMAO!

6 more weeks.... only six.... more... wee...Pinch
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Looped Out 11/28/2009 11:19am
11/28/2009 11:19am Edited Date/Time 4/17/2016 7:10pm
dpingree101 wrote:
Wow, talk about taking something out of context. First of all, read the whole paragraph. The point was that Yamaha now has multiple support teams and...
Wow, talk about taking something out of context. First of all, read the whole paragraph. The point was that Yamaha now has multiple support teams and that the test track was going to be crowded. That was where the "Tom, Dick and Harry" comment came from. It was jokey, folks... not meant to be a slam. I also prefaced that by saying that Valli had a solid-looking team in Tedesco and Regal. And then I went on to say that this is how all the manufacturers are going to do it in the future and that it would open up twice the number of good rides. You guys get your panties in a wad too easily. Uh-oh, there's your next post: "Ping said I have my panties in a wad!"
Ping, glad you jumped in and read this, because I'd rather direct this towards the person that wrote it.


I read your comment as if you were saying; “With all due respect Mr. Yamaha Race Teams, Yamaha is supporting every Tom, Dick and Harry and your a bunch of shitty teams except Valli, their the only solid-looking one, but it’s giving the industry more job’s so it’s a good thing for the sport”.


You can't just say a shitty comment and then back it up with the true facts that everyone already knew, without being insulting.


Obviously your going to say it was a joke because people took it wrong, but there's no reason to write a sideways comment like that in the first place. Tom, Dick and Harry it's a favorable comment towards anyone, no matter how you look at it.

And I don't wear panties.
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jeffro503 11/28/2009 11:48am
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Again.....i didn't read into any slamming in that at all. I think you may be taking it wrong and a little out of context. Where did he say that Valli was the "only" good team and they were the only ones who really deserved Yamaha support? I didn't read that or get that in anyway from that write up. It's only 11:45am here man......you haven't been drinking yet have you?
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motoxhead 11/28/2009 4:29pm
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Sparkalounger wrote:
x2 plus the rest of the subject went on to read as follows: "The upside to all that is how many jobs have opened up as...
x2

plus the rest of the subject went on to read as follows:

"The upside to all that is how many jobs have opened up as a result of Yamaha going that route. Imagine how many rides would be available if all the manufacturers supported satellite teams with bikes, parts and technical help instead of operating their own teams. They could support multiple teams and still save money over the way they are doing it now. From a business perspective it’s a no-brainer. I’ve been saying for a while that it will all go that way eventually and Yamaha’s approach to this season may be the start of it."

Doesn't really sound bitter to me at all.

Funny, when I read the piece this morning i didn't read any negativity...

maybe this guy is just projecting HIS own bitterness on to Ping...
lol, looped you might have included the rest of the paragraph for context.

I've been trolled.
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swizcore 11/28/2009 4:35pm
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Anyone familiar with Ping's rhetoric knows the drill; an interesting metaphor to illustrate a point. Im sure you knew this is as well Looped but for whatever reason you chose to take issue with it.

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dpingree101 wrote:
Wow, talk about taking something out of context. First of all, read the whole paragraph. The point was that Yamaha now has multiple support teams and...
Wow, talk about taking something out of context. First of all, read the whole paragraph. The point was that Yamaha now has multiple support teams and that the test track was going to be crowded. That was where the "Tom, Dick and Harry" comment came from. It was jokey, folks... not meant to be a slam. I also prefaced that by saying that Valli had a solid-looking team in Tedesco and Regal. And then I went on to say that this is how all the manufacturers are going to do it in the future and that it would open up twice the number of good rides. You guys get your panties in a wad too easily. Uh-oh, there's your next post: "Ping said I have my panties in a wad!"
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Ping, glad you jumped in and read this, because I'd rather direct this towards the person that wrote it. I read your comment as if you...
Ping, glad you jumped in and read this, because I'd rather direct this towards the person that wrote it.


I read your comment as if you were saying; “With all due respect Mr. Yamaha Race Teams, Yamaha is supporting every Tom, Dick and Harry and your a bunch of shitty teams except Valli, their the only solid-looking one, but it’s giving the industry more job’s so it’s a good thing for the sport”.


You can't just say a shitty comment and then back it up with the true facts that everyone already knew, without being insulting.


Obviously your going to say it was a joke because people took it wrong, but there's no reason to write a sideways comment like that in the first place. Tom, Dick and Harry it's a favorable comment towards anyone, no matter how you look at it.

And I don't wear panties.
You just hate being called Harry instead of Larry. Always whinning online.
minidad160 11/28/2009 6:21pm
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dpingree101 wrote:
Wow, talk about taking something out of context. First of all, read the whole paragraph. The point was that Yamaha now has multiple support teams and...
Wow, talk about taking something out of context. First of all, read the whole paragraph. The point was that Yamaha now has multiple support teams and that the test track was going to be crowded. That was where the "Tom, Dick and Harry" comment came from. It was jokey, folks... not meant to be a slam. I also prefaced that by saying that Valli had a solid-looking team in Tedesco and Regal. And then I went on to say that this is how all the manufacturers are going to do it in the future and that it would open up twice the number of good rides. You guys get your panties in a wad too easily. Uh-oh, there's your next post: "Ping said I have my panties in a wad!"
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Ping, glad you jumped in and read this, because I'd rather direct this towards the person that wrote it. I read your comment as if you...
Ping, glad you jumped in and read this, because I'd rather direct this towards the person that wrote it.


I read your comment as if you were saying; “With all due respect Mr. Yamaha Race Teams, Yamaha is supporting every Tom, Dick and Harry and your a bunch of shitty teams except Valli, their the only solid-looking one, but it’s giving the industry more job’s so it’s a good thing for the sport”.


You can't just say a shitty comment and then back it up with the true facts that everyone already knew, without being insulting.


Obviously your going to say it was a joke because people took it wrong, but there's no reason to write a sideways comment like that in the first place. Tom, Dick and Harry it's a favorable comment towards anyone, no matter how you look at it.

And I don't wear panties.
Surly you don't wear panties!! QUIT CALLING ME SHIRLEY!!!!!!
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You just hate being called Harry instead of Larry. Always whinning online.
Whining only has one n. Winning has two.
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VEGAS711 11/28/2009 7:18pm
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Now you are going Mike Alessi on us. Don't do it. Don't let these guys suck you into a never ending battle. Save your posts for something meaningful. Not defending yourself against jelous tards. Most people get you, that is why your RacerX writing is so popular. Step away from the keyboard.
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KazFu wrote:
You just hate being called Harry instead of Larry. Always whinning online.
GuyB wrote:
Whining only has one n. Winning has two.
Thought you were on Va-Ca? I knew it looked more tidy around here, glad you came home to clean house.
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I've been at ADITD, and driving back and forth each day (about three hours total) rather than camping out there.

I did one race today, and photos after. One more race tomorrow, along with more photos, and I'll be done. Smile
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Geez.. Costa Mesa to lacr - and back. You should try this..




Cheaper than Gas...
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Yeah. I spend enough nights in hotels during the season. Smile
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Looped Out wrote:
Yes he does come across as a angry little man. I have always thought he did a good in his media gig, but there were times...
Yes he does come across as a angry little man. I have always thought he did a good in his media gig, but there were times that I'd read some of his some of his comments and think why would he say that ? Then, yesterday I read the "Tom, Dick and Harry" comment and thought, man Ping manages a race team and he would say that?

It might be as dsklein25 said, and he's throwing a "Little Angry Man" comment because Honda clipped Troy Lee support (but I don't know anything about their team) and his angry that Yamaha is increasing support with their teams.

I guess I'll just store this in the memory bank and move on. Life's too short to have a little prick try to cut other race teams down to make himself feel or his team look better.
Outsider wrote:
Wow, off season's a bitch.

Looped Out wrote:
Off season? What does the off season have to do with this?

Oh, because it is the off season, right now? Unsure Unsure Unsure


you really fucked on up this one mr. spankey!

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