mika
Still Wondering
The motorcycling world viewed from the saddle of a BMW. A daily look at all things BMW, Euro-bike, products and things I find interesting on the internet. With links to news, reviews, events, riding skills, maintenance and racing series updates. Morning Reads is a one stop shop for motorcycling information.
Today’s Birthdays / Calendar
BMW MOA Chartered Club:
club: Santa Barbara BMW Riders, Inc., #165
founded: 5/1/1986
contact: Douglas Haigh (califgrany@aol.com)
PO Box 6532
Santa Barbara, CA 93160 US
www.sbbmwriders.org
meetings: 3rd Monday each month except December, 7pm, Sizzler, 5555 Hollister St. in Goleta, CA
events: Rocky Nook B-B-Q
Christmas party
other events: Monthly ride
Santa Barbara BMW Riders have done something unique as far I know.
‘Books SB BMW Riders have purchased, listed by title, author, subject, & commentary. All Books can be checked out at the Santa Barbara Public Library.’
Why didn’t I think of the that.
Gem??tlichkeit is the warm, comfortable feeling
one receives from pleasant surroundings and atmosphere.
I think you will find that when you come here.
Canal Station Lighthouse, Door County
Ozaukee – Washington Daily News
Fond Du Lac Reporter
The Sheboygan Press
Daily Citizen, Beaver Dam
Weather
West Bend WI
Current
10 Day Forcast
United States
National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration
Canada
Meteorological Service of Canada
Travel Information – Driving Conditions and other related information sites.
News:
Another dealer ranking – from Motorcyclist.com.
Twistingsaphalt: Alex Gobert on the media darling 1098S from Ducati.
The MOA forum was out in front of this article from MotorcycleUSA.com : Bombardier Spyder – First look.
CycleWorld.com: Cirlcle Cycle, Adventures in Monowheeling.
Feature:
Super Bowl Sunday seems like the perfect day to feature this 2007 MOA Rally ride day trip destination. No matter what team you root for or if you are even a football fan the home of one of pro football’s original teams is a fun stop. A slice of Wisconsin and Americana I highly recommend.
Packers.com
Lambeau Field.com
Stadium Information.
Stadium Tours
Packer Hall of Fame
Prackers Pro Shop
Dining – links to Curly’s Pub, Game Zone, Hall of Fame Grill, Frozen in time and Seasonal Eateries.
Adventure Posts:
Soundrider.com: Western States Ride – Part 3. There are links to parts 1 and 2 if you missed them.
Soundrider.com: 10 ride suggestions from Sound Rider if you lucky enough to find yourself in the Pacific Northwet instead of freezing in Lilydale.
It is cold in Lilydale so lets go for a colder ride the Sunday.
alaska.derrickandlove.net: The Timeless Ride.
Book Review:
MotorcycleUSA.com Riding the World by Gregory Frazier
Blog Update:
Salcar Fear and Love in Brazil
Forty Years on Two Wheels: Welcome to Generic Motors
RoadandTrack.com: Side Glances – Demographics Made Simple by Peter Egan
Gear:
webBikeWorld.com: Ducati and Suomy announce Riders for Health motorcycle helmet.
It was -12 when I got up this morning. The Weather Service says that it won’t rise above the zero mark until Monday…but they did not say which Monday. gadgetfind.com: The Himalayan Expedition Mitts.
Motorcycle Repair and Care:
www.handyarmancanada.com: The Brazing Book Online
I have not done any welding or brazing in a long time and I don’t play one online. This may be a good introduction for you or if nothing else it is good to understand what a craftsman can do for you.
Tools / Parts:
brightcove.com: click on the link to Jays Green Garage – Omegasonic. The sonic jewelry cleaner on steroids is the green replacement for you parts washer.
Riding Skills:
SoundRider.com: Ride with a Plan by Bret Tkacs
Technology:
SoundRider.com: Moto Computing – What to bring, what to leave home.
Sound Rider takes a 101 look at the topic.
Wonderings:
Manufacturer of the Day:
FUKI PLANING CO., LTD.
Credited as the builder of the first ‘Pocket Rocket’ Fuki Planing makes also makes mopeds.
Fuki Planing Co., Ltd.– Home Page
Woot
Todays Woot
The Blog
Over Heard in New York | Voice of the City Over Heard in New York | Voice of the City[/url]
Bike Candy:
From: Fuki Planing
All things BMW
This is a car guy article; however, I think there is a message for bike people in it. It may explain why BMW looks at the product as being more important than price point. MSNBC.MSN.com discusses the perception that auto buyers are steering toward quality over brand.
MINI’s active billboard program remains in the news at blogs.automotice.com.
Today’s Birthdays / Calendar
BMW MOA Chartered Club:
club: Santa Barbara BMW Riders, Inc., #165
founded: 5/1/1986
contact: Douglas Haigh (califgrany@aol.com)
PO Box 6532
Santa Barbara, CA 93160 US
www.sbbmwriders.org
meetings: 3rd Monday each month except December, 7pm, Sizzler, 5555 Hollister St. in Goleta, CA
events: Rocky Nook B-B-Q
Christmas party
other events: Monthly ride
Santa Barbara BMW Riders have done something unique as far I know.
‘Books SB BMW Riders have purchased, listed by title, author, subject, & commentary. All Books can be checked out at the Santa Barbara Public Library.’
Why didn’t I think of the that.
Gem??tlichkeit is the warm, comfortable feeling
one receives from pleasant surroundings and atmosphere.
I think you will find that when you come here.
Canal Station Lighthouse, Door County
Ozaukee – Washington Daily News
Fond Du Lac Reporter
The Sheboygan Press
Daily Citizen, Beaver Dam
Weather
West Bend WI
Current
10 Day Forcast
United States
National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration
Canada
Meteorological Service of Canada
Travel Information – Driving Conditions and other related information sites.
News:
Another dealer ranking – from Motorcyclist.com.
Twistingsaphalt: Alex Gobert on the media darling 1098S from Ducati.
The MOA forum was out in front of this article from MotorcycleUSA.com : Bombardier Spyder – First look.
CycleWorld.com: Cirlcle Cycle, Adventures in Monowheeling.
Feature:
Super Bowl Sunday seems like the perfect day to feature this 2007 MOA Rally ride day trip destination. No matter what team you root for or if you are even a football fan the home of one of pro football’s original teams is a fun stop. A slice of Wisconsin and Americana I highly recommend.
Packers.com
Lambeau Field.com
Stadium Information.
Stadium Tours
Packer Hall of Fame
Prackers Pro Shop
Dining – links to Curly’s Pub, Game Zone, Hall of Fame Grill, Frozen in time and Seasonal Eateries.
Adventure Posts:
Soundrider.com: Western States Ride – Part 3. There are links to parts 1 and 2 if you missed them.
Soundrider.com: 10 ride suggestions from Sound Rider if you lucky enough to find yourself in the Pacific Northwet instead of freezing in Lilydale.
It is cold in Lilydale so lets go for a colder ride the Sunday.
alaska.derrickandlove.net: The Timeless Ride.
Book Review:
MotorcycleUSA.com Riding the World by Gregory Frazier
Blog Update:
Salcar Fear and Love in Brazil
Forty Years on Two Wheels: Welcome to Generic Motors
RoadandTrack.com: Side Glances – Demographics Made Simple by Peter Egan
Gear:
webBikeWorld.com: Ducati and Suomy announce Riders for Health motorcycle helmet.
It was -12 when I got up this morning. The Weather Service says that it won’t rise above the zero mark until Monday…but they did not say which Monday. gadgetfind.com: The Himalayan Expedition Mitts.
Motorcycle Repair and Care:
www.handyarmancanada.com: The Brazing Book Online
I have not done any welding or brazing in a long time and I don’t play one online. This may be a good introduction for you or if nothing else it is good to understand what a craftsman can do for you.
Tools / Parts:
brightcove.com: click on the link to Jays Green Garage – Omegasonic. The sonic jewelry cleaner on steroids is the green replacement for you parts washer.
Riding Skills:
SoundRider.com: Ride with a Plan by Bret Tkacs
Technology:
SoundRider.com: Moto Computing – What to bring, what to leave home.
Sound Rider takes a 101 look at the topic.
Wonderings:
Manufacturer of the Day:
FUKI PLANING CO., LTD.
Credited as the builder of the first ‘Pocket Rocket’ Fuki Planing makes also makes mopeds.
Fuki Planing Co., Ltd.– Home Page
Woot
Todays Woot
The Blog
Over Heard in New York | Voice of the City Over Heard in New York | Voice of the City[/url]
Bike Candy:
From: Fuki Planing
All things BMW
This is a car guy article; however, I think there is a message for bike people in it. It may explain why BMW looks at the product as being more important than price point. MSNBC.MSN.com discusses the perception that auto buyers are steering toward quality over brand.
MINI’s active billboard program remains in the news at blogs.automotice.com.
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