Do you REALLY know what FMHSC is?

[Bonehead]

I do now.

What a year it’s been. I moved my family to Seattle WA to take the biggest opportunity that’s ever presented itself to me. I couldn’t be happier!

Of course, as soon as I started getting familiar with this area, I was AMAZED at the number of quality places to ride. Living so close to the Cascade mountain range sure presents some challenging terrain to ride on. And hey, Washougal is just 150 miles away! I assumed that there was/is a big hare scramble type of series here as we have in the FMHSC series. Boy was I wrong. There are a couple loosely put together races, but no real year-long series with awards, banquets, camaraderie.

It got me to thinking of just what I left behind in Kansas City…

I’m not sure if everyone truly realizes what they have in this series. You have one HELL of a promoter in Dan Johnson. If you get the chance to see him at the race, make sure you say thank you. I’m not sure those words quite do justice to the countless hours that guy puts in to make a full season of events. I stand in awe of what he has been able to do with so little over the years. For what it’s worth Dan, thanks for your help and leadership over the years I got to participate. I consider myself extremely lucky to have been allowed to ride in the series.

Thank to Mike Brown who runs this site! Nope…the PacNW boys haven’t figured out how to do what you do! Amazing work, and another thankless job. I appreciate a place to hang out, read, bench race and the truly wonderful people who participate here. Thank you!

CTL450 – dude! Thanks for getting me back into this crazy world again! Was always nice to have someone with your skill level to ride with. Even though I know I slowed you down most of the time! You taught me a lot. I appreciate your patience. Thanks boss!

Dan Hirner – Bike Graphics. If you all are not getting your plastics done by the BG crew? You’re missing out. Dan has supported and ridden in this series for years. Again, I find myself extremely envious that you all get to have them in your back yard. I haven’t found anyone here who even comes close to what this guy does to keep our rides in numbers and bitchin graphics! Thanks for coverin all my stuff over the years Dan! I’m quite sure I’ll be UPS’ing you the plates off my next bike!

I guess what it boils down to is we sometimes take for granted all the really cool and important things in our lives. The FMHSC series is one of those. So many incredible people I met over the years, raced with, crashed into, roosted (unintentionally of course) and rode with (Shiv, Jeremy, Rocco). I watched the series come together when Burd Dawg got injured. I got passed by damn near everyone I raced with. I got to see competitive races and good natured trash talking. I was able to sit in the trailrider row those Sundays with my hand over my heart when the Anthem played. Emotional stuff for an Army vet, and a sense of pride. I got to take some pictures when I was injured and got to see how others negotiate the various types of courses we get to ride. I had the opportunity to volunteer to work on some of the courses prior to race day. If you haven’t done this yet, please consider it. Not just for the points bump, but to help the poor guy whose trying to make something fun and challenging!

I had a great time. I’ll continue to lurk and be envious from afar. Take pride in your series folks. Not many others in the country can say they have what you have in MOKS.

Ride on!
Brian Hosenfeld/Bonehead

[CTL450]

Well said, couldn't agree more and you're welcome! Now quit making me feel bad for moving you...

CTL450-

[cbn250xc]

Word!!!!

[Bonehead]

Dont feel too bad CTL450. I'm enjoying the cooler weather and living so close to these mountains! You're the one BBQ'ing this summer!

[BURD_DAWG]

Chuck Deeeezy. (CTL450), I know this post is a little old.
I'm writing my capstone paper for my bachelor degree (after a flippin coma) ("wha")...

But I was searching for some cites and references and will use some from here. I'd love to get some quotes or possibly even some memories from anyone, Shiv, Jeremy, Chuck Deeez, Dan Bike Graphix, (everyone at my work still has the mini Burd_Dawg Bike Graphix sticker in their cubes, and a few on the back of folks back car windows), And Rocco, I'd love to have lunch or a cold one with you all.

Just about to go into a summary on my paper which is reveled around Human Development and how I learned from almost being killed at Merwin. All of you guys were so awesome, It brings tears to my heart as I type this. Indescribable, Bonehead, good luck brudda! I moved from Tacoma, Washington to California in 2003. Tacoma Yamaha gave me a Yamaha card in 2001 and I walked out the dealership with an 01 YZ250 and talked a few buddies into it as well. I know a few folks out that way, nothing like here. Couple spots I know also. Puyallup and Right in Tacoma. Some of the better spots down in Olympia.
Anywhooooo'zzz, I wanna go get a bike so bad and just ride easy in the CTL450 Senior Class, No pun buddy... were old and I hurt just playing peewee golf after 6 pins in back and pelvis and yadda yadda... ell worth it for the memories however. Now I have fun waking up on Saturdays writing my thesis at 5am. whooot whooot.

SO, Chuck and you all, Im writing about our weekend at that racetrack in Oklahoma and the never ending roadtrip that cost us all a new tire for the funniest RV in history (SUCH A GREAT TIME THOUGH). I can't find that place and dont remember the name, (Brain injury) "<0|:)-O=;="

It was a week after that race that I hurried to Merwin to hit the Triple in front of the grand stands. What the EFF was I thinking. Honestly last thing I remember that day was agreeing to one more lap...

Hit me back yall, miss you.
Burd_Dawg out

[czrider]

Great post, good to hear from ya, Don & Judy, Lincoln

[BURD_DAWG]

indeed, Thank you sir. I will always love you guy's.

I will help Dan for sure. Whattagent...

and I wanna smell some fumes and gas and see muddy beat up people bad.

[Jason g]

lets have a party! Carbondale is coming up, I will bring a cooler full of soda Pop. Get the super crew back together?

[BURD_DAWG]

My wife just informed that the 6 year anniversary of my fallout and life flight is Monday, That's a little creepy.

I might come hang out and help at Carbondale. As long as I don't get chased out again by that crazy ol man again.