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Old Jul 26, 2015 | 08:14 AM
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Well we have been accepted to be racers at The Race of Gentlemen in Wildwood NJ:

http://www.theraceofgentlemen.com/

We attended as spectators last year and it was the catalyst for getting a Flathead in the first place. To enter you must have a 1947 or older American made bike, tank shift, cars have to be even older. Check the website for the rules. I had not mentioned it here until I was sure my bike would make the cut to race on the sand. It is an informal event, no AMA Vintage racing for sure, but a lot of fun. So we will be there in October. The bike in race trim:





That picture is form last month when we put our entry into the organizers. My wife hand painted the numbers, they came out really cool. Couple of other things done since then, in particular a rear pipe hanger. Not expecting to be the fastest, just hoping not to be the slowest. They had some badass Knuckles running the sand last year, not sure if my Twin Cam would keep up with them.

This is going to be fun........


Awsome! Beautiful bike you have there.
Yes,you're gonna love it i bet !
 
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Old Aug 6, 2015 | 08:58 PM
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Good Luck man, that is a sweet ride!
 
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Old Sep 16, 2015 | 06:35 AM
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We are getting closer to the RACE, getting excited and anxious. The people that run the race put a booklet together with pictures of all the entrants, vehicle and head shot. If you are interested, here is the link to their FB page:

https://www.facebook.com/OilersCCRaceOfGentlemen
 

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Old Sep 16, 2015 | 07:09 AM
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looking forward to it Bill
 
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Old Sep 28, 2015 | 08:50 AM
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The nice people at The Race of Gentlemen are putting together a race program of all participants, my entry page:




I am sure John will want my autograph before the weekend is over!!
 
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Old Sep 29, 2015 | 05:26 PM
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my guess the weather could - could put a pin in this weekends fun - hope not
 
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Old Sep 29, 2015 | 06:13 PM
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I have a buddy Mike from Cyclemos that will be running a Knucklehead in that race .. Looks like a Great time .. Good Luck
 
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Old Sep 30, 2015 | 07:39 AM
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The organizers have posted several times, we Race rain or shine.

Loading bike Thursday night, in the rain, then driving to the "Swamps of Jersey" on Friday, in the rain. Hoping Saturday and Sunday will be more favorable.
 
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And here I am to eat my words, Wildwood declared a State of Emergency and the race weekend has been postponed. We will be there October 9, 10 and 11.
 
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