Choppercabras 9th Annual Spring Thing.
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rev106 at 04.3.10 - 6:56 am
I will be postiing a progress report as I go along....
Choppercabras 9th Annual Spring Thing!!
Where: Atomic Cycles 17322 Saticoy st. Van Nuys, CA 91406 (818) 609-0113
When: Sunday, May 30th, Noon Sharp!
Choppercabras 9th annual Spring Thing is a bicycle event unparalleled in all of Los Angeles, perhaps all the globe! Bicycles bashed, blood spilled, hot dogs eaten, 2 wheeled mayhem unlike anything you’ve ever seen! (unless you’ve been to one of these before.) And it’s all free! Did I mention hot dogs?
What you will need:
1. You ready to have fun
2. A bicycle in good working order
3. You dressed up as your favorite video game charcater. Dress up, it’s more fun.
A note on the time. Do your best to arrive on time or you’ll miss out on all the fun, we don’t wait for you, as there will be hundreds of people there on time ready to ride. We start at Noon, not hipster time, but real time.
How to get here:
By Car:
101 Exit Balboa, head North until you hit Saticoy, make a left go till you see Louise, park. The event location is ½ block west of Louise in the south side of Saticoy. Parking in the back will be taken up by event stuff, best to park on the street.
From 118 as above but south on Balboa, make a right on Saticoy.
From 405 exit Sherman Way go West until you hit Louise, North on Louise as above.
By Bike:
Take Orange line to Louise, North on Louise until you are at Saticoy, go west on Saticoy, follow the noise and smells, you’re there!
By Plane:
Look for mess of bikes, parachute into Ralph’s parking lot, and watch out for Coldstone patrons, they may eat you.
As always you get some free shwag at Choppercabras events.
Buttons
Spoke Cards
Route Maps
Events:
Excitebike:
16” BMX bike in a elimination race over and through jumps. 10 laps, 6 riders, top three move up to the final round. Two elimination heats. I have bikes and helmets for this one, prepare to get hurt. *
Donkey Kong:
A tall bike race on 20” semi-mini tall bikes, 15 laps with a guy in a gorilla costume trying to knock you off your bike with foam barrels. You will get hurt. *
Joust:
Tall bike jousting, single elimination only the strongest will survive to win the trophy. Do you have what it takes? Most certainly, positively will you get hurt on this one. *
Paper Boy Alley Cat:
This one you bring your own bike, 20 racers max. You have to do several laps on a course around the shop, each lap you must get your paper in the trash can or you have to try again. A fast bike, fast legs and a good throwing arm will carry the day. Expect to crash and of course, get hurt on this one.
*Special bikes will be provided for these events. You still need a bicycle for the ride on the ride.
The Ride:
We will do a few miles at a leisurely pace through the mean streets of the San Fernando Valley. We ride a few miles, we go slowly, and we try and keep the ride together. We like to see all riders occupy the right lane only of the street so we can co-exist with traffic and maximize our fun. The cause if fun, pick fights with people in cars on your ride, not ours. This is a cruise, a put, a crawl, not a race just so you know. When we get done we will be back at Atomic Cycles for the bb-q. Did I mention free hot dogs?
The BB-Q:
Back to base for some dogs and conversation, now time to relax. Dogs are free until they run out. There is a bar in the same parking lot, a liquor store and grocery across the street just so you know.
The End:
Hang out as much as you like, but the show is over folks! Help cleaning up is always appreciated.
Notes/FYI/etc.
Show up with a bike ready to ride, any kind of bike is welcome. Do not show up with a basket case or a bike that needs major repairs, you may not get them.
I do not loan bicycles for the ride. Bring a bike that is rideable to the ride, save yourself the embarrassment and be ready.
Dress up in costume. It’s ok; you’ll still be “cool” if you dress up.
Show up on time. Noon. I recommend not partying until 5 am the night before if you want to make it on time. I’ve heard all the excuses and I don’t care because it is you who will miss out.
Filmers:
I want copies. Feel free to photograph for personal use. Professional use, get in touch first. I want copies.
The Ring of Death.
The Ring of Death or “ROD” is the ring of car tires that the events take place in. Entering the ring of death means you are accepting that you may get hurt, will most likely get hurt, and are not going to cry to me later about your injuries. If you jump in the ring to take a picture, you may get hurt, you may damage your gear. If you find this too dangerous, then by all means: STAY ON THE SAFE SIDE OF THE ROD! You have been duly warned.
Audience Participation of aforementioned events.
If you want to participate in an event you may understand that you may (well, for sure) come under some form of bodily harm. There have never been more serious injures than some cuts and bruises but just so you know, these events are a bit rough. No kids may do an event but the ride. Sorry.
If you are a spectator and interfere with any of the events, you are accepting the fact that the event participants can and may hurt you. In other words: if you want to join in, then do so. If not, watch, but not both.
Do not throw the car tires. Don’t. It breaks up the action.
RESPECT The hood.
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Do not throw trash in people's yards. No tagging, even in chalk. You know who you are, this shit needs to stop. Self police your people or stop coming to the ride. ****************
*Phillp, you're still banned. Banned for life means banned for life. Stay the fuck away.*
The list of Yes!
Can anyone come?
Is it ok for kids?
Can I help?
Can I bring some drinks, food for everyone?
Can I have some fun?
The list of NO’S!
Can I borrow a bike?
Can we ride scooters, vespas, mini bikes on your ride?
Do we need to belong to the Choppercabras to ride?
Can I film your event without asking first?
Any other questions can be directed to Paul (818) 609-0113 rev106@yahoo.com
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OMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMG
sancho104.3.10 - 9:14 am
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HOLY SHIT! it's that time again???!?
Sofuckingexcited!
Gizzard04.3.10 - 11:58 am
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Damn, I gotta start working on my costume then. Let's see if I don't almost throw up this year from all the fun.
GodLovesUgly04.3.10 - 1:43 pm
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i'm going to win another trophy, motherfuckers!
coldcut04.3.10 - 4:05 pm
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Notice there are all new events since I'm going all theme this time. More later.
rev106 responding to a
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04.4.10 - 9:34 am
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I've been practicing my sweet new dance moves. I want my trophie back Mr CRANK MOB. :)
goosegoose04.4.10 - 12:26 pm
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HAPPENS 2WICE A YEAR. YOU USED TO IT ALREADY? ME TOO....LOL whoops. forgot to hit that eddieboyinla button "/
north_valley_critical_mass responding to a
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04.4.10 - 7:11 pm
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BEST BIKE EVENT IN ALL OF LOS ANGELES
Graham04.4.10 - 11:13 pm
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First thing I do is draw the flyer on a 11 x 17" sheet of paper. It takes me 2-6 hours to finish it, never thought such a bad drawing would take so long! For me, the flyer creation charges me up for the event.
The Second thing I do is make a list of everything I need to do to make the event happen. I usually start with a massive cleaning of my garage, yard, and house so I can get busy without anything in the way.
rev106 responding to a
comment by Graham
04.5.10 - 7:32 am
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Sure, i'll be there around 9am hucking car tires all over the place.
rev106 responding to a
comment by north_valley_critical_mass
04.6.10 - 8:41 am
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Making the button designs, 3 more to go. Remember they'll be small so fine detail is not important.
rev10604.14.10 - 7:50 am
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*Phillp, you're still banned. Banned for life means banned for life. Stay the fuck away.*
what did phillip do?
KiMS104.14.10 - 8:06 am
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This is from the horses mouth so to quell any rumors and other lameness.
Phillip was kicking in side view mirrors on cars during one of the rides. I host the ride through my shop and if anything goes wrong or any individual does something that they shouldn't it's going to land in my lap. I'm responsible.
I confornted Phillip about this and how he's welcome to come and get wild but not to vandalize other people's properity. Keep it in the event ring etc. He agreed.
Moments after this talk he climbed a billboard and set off a smoke bomb. Lucky for us, the bomb did not cause any real damage, if it did the cost would have been in the thousands for sure.
Phillips actions not only jeprodize the event, but my business as well. I go to a lot of time and expense to put on these events, feed everyone, give them buttons and spoke cards etc. One person could ruin it for everyone else so I kicked him out for the greater good of the whole. This last year was the only year I've ever had complaints, near a decade of good times. Is his idea of fun worth stopping the fun for everyone else? No it is not.
You may think I'm being unfair but you're not in my position. I think he was given a fair chance to come around and chose to make a total ass of himself. So fuck him. If I caught some kid kicking in the mirror of my truck I'd crown him king of the cripples, it's lame of him to act the way he did so he's out. IN additon thes kind of actions reflect poorly on cyclists as a group, you'd hate to be tagged a roving pack of vandals, I won't have it.
Also, my store is very family oriented, and many neighboorhood people come to the events, not just bike scene people like the ones on this site. I have to keep that in mind too as I see many of them all the time and I see most of you a few times a year.
I tried to reason with him, and it did not work, so he's gone. He's the only person I've had to kick out in nearly 10 years, hopefully it will be the last.
Paul
Atomic Cycles
rev106 responding to a
comment by OsnapsonJC
04.14.10 - 9:47 am
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"I'd crown him king of the cripples"
hahahaha
makes sense.
when's the next movie night?!
KiMS1 responding to a
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04.14.10 - 11:29 am
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Does the pope shit wooden balls?
Joe Borfo responding to a
comment by speedybrian2000
04.14.10 - 2:45 pm
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It would not be Choppercabras without Borfo.
rev106 responding to a
comment by Joe Borfo
04.28.10 - 7:16 am
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To hell with critical mass, this is the only ride you need.
rev10605.2.10 - 10:48 am
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Just got the spoke cards done up, more goodies on the way...
rev10605.5.10 - 7:21 am
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"What's with all the pool noodles? You making a raft?" I t was too hard to explain so I did not. These will soon be made int "barrels" that we'll be using in the donkey kong race.
rev10605.10.10 - 9:10 am
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I completely forgot. This falls on my 5th year anniversary with my wife, so I can't make it.
But I'm sure you'll do just fine without me. ;)
Joe Borfo responding to a
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05.10.10 - 10:22 am
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I'll eat a hot dog in your honor.
rev106 responding to a
comment by Joe Borfo
05.10.10 - 12:22 pm
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What better way to spend your anniversary than Choppercabras
crossbones responding to a
comment by Joe Borfo
05.11.10 - 8:08 am
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CANT WAIT CANT WAIT CANT WAIT
GOTTA WAIT
Graham05.11.10 - 4:19 pm
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Just got the tall bikes and lances done...more to do.
rev106 responding to a
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05.11.10 - 10:08 pm
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Tall bike out of the weeds, lubed up and ready to go.
rev10605.16.10 - 11:04 am
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FUCK!
every year I am busy!
I'm in dire need of attending this.
megaprops rev. this shit looks dope as usual!
trickmilla05.21.10 - 2:54 pm
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i dedicate my next trophy to REVEREND JOE BORFO.
coldcut05.21.10 - 3:56 pm
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fucking awesome!
i missed last one due to a yack ass of a ex gf, fuckin lame.
wont be missing this one!
fuck ya!
Jeff Yess05.21.10 - 4:27 pm
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Good to hear! You should never let anything get in the way of attending a Choppercabras event. Not life, who has time for that where there are bikes to be bashed and hot dogs to be eaten?
rev106 responding to a
comment by Jeff Yess
05.22.10 - 9:06 am
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Weather is forcast for mid 80's and sunny. The bicycle gods have smiled upon us once again.
rev106 responding to a
comment by 666
05.27.10 - 9:29 am
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YEAH! FUCK YEAH! FUCK YEAH MOTHERFUCKER!
;LAKSJFD;LKAJSD;FLKJA;DSLKJF;ALKDSJF;LAKJDSFL;KJ
KiMS1 responding to a
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05.27.10 - 9:34 am
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The theme and events are brilliant as always.
alec05.27.10 - 11:26 am
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all ducks in the row...buying a mess of hot dogs in the morning.
rev106 responding to a
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05.27.10 - 10:02 pm
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the posting ID for Choppercabras ends in 666.
that has to be a good sign
Jeff Yess responding to a
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05.28.10 - 11:06 am
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Ready? I'm soaked in rain water sludge from humping car tire to my shop in the team van.
rev106 responding to a
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05.29.10 - 8:07 am
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paul you are the man- cant wait - my favorite event of the year!!!!!
ghostcat7705.29.10 - 11:51 am
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Riding my tallbike over the hill tonight after bike town beta. May sleep in a park just to be able to go to this.
larsenf05.29.10 - 3:21 pm
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Balboa Park Off burbank and balboa is a safe park in a nice area ..
Alisha8805.29.10 - 11:16 pm
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I'll be at the NoHo station around 11 - rolling out by 11:15
See you there?
mr rollers05.30.10 - 10:04 am
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Thanks for hosting the event, Paul.
I'm just glad I didn't get a heat stroke on the ride. I forgot what the Valley feels like in the daytime.
petr0lb0mb05.30.10 - 7:36 pm
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That Shit was fun. Thanks Paul for putting on another FUNtastic event.
Foldie responding to a
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05.30.10 - 7:41 pm
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Great photos Barleye.
Looks like it was a good crowd today! :)
sexy05.30.10 - 9:21 pm
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Thanks Paul for a great event. Here's some photos that I took and an animated gif that i put together of the bike joust.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v367/Driftrunsir/bikejoust1.gif
http://www.flickr.com/photos/vincerocs2/sets/72157624044817869/
Vince05.31.10 - 12:58 am
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good pics, the jousting shots are excellent.
I'd like to get copies if I could, can you photogs send me a cd with the pics on them?
Atomic Cycles
17322 Saticoy
Van Nuys CA
91406
Thanks for everyone that showed up, the event is a group effort after all.
Paul
Choppercabras
rev106 responding to a
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05.31.10 - 5:37 am
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rev/everyone else...
if you found a hockey goalie mask sitting around anywhere, it belongs to brian (blackout_blacklung). please let me know.
slowrighthand responding to a
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05.31.10 - 10:24 am
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your events seem to have it out for participant's collarbones.hows that dude doing?i hope he heals up good. loooking forward to this summers Coaster Brake Challenge..
mandingo responding to a
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05.31.10 - 8:22 pm
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i think one of the polo people might have it.... someone gave it to someone to hold
666 responding to a
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05.31.10 - 10:39 pm
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The Frogman....this sort of thing is the norm for him, he does the soapbox races with us and you have to steer clear of him for sure!.
He has a busted shoulder (his words) a couple ribs but he's ok (his words too). I think two wheels and him just don't mix.
rev106 responding to a
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06.1.10 - 7:50 am
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oh my god was that the guy who fell during the alleycat? i feel so bad about that now. i was on his left when the alleyway curved left and he went to cut the corner right into me. i was hitting vines on my left and he collided with my pedal on the right. i was on my fixed tallbike so my pedal came down and push his left arm back. he probably would of been able to stay up if it wasnt for that. i hope he heals up fast.
im stuck with some goodwill crutches and a foot brace after that joust with stilline.
larsenf responding to a
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06.1.10 - 12:50 pm
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Thanks Paul for Yet Again, an awesome event/ party!!
I had a blast while getting a sunburn, as "I Forgot" to use sunblock. My French maids costume kept me cool during the hot day, just not well protected, lol. I was glad to pick up for Borfo, in the risqué department, I counted 53 laughs and hoots on the ride and only 13 "that's wrong" "Ugh" comments. Proving yet again, as Steve Martin says: "Comedy isn't pretty"
Gern06.1.10 - 3:43 pm
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It's refreshing to see that even with our current legal culture events like this still take place. felt good to get
Blue Blazes out again and have it fit in with the crowd. saw a buddy I hadn't seen in years. avoided sunburn. good times.
shotgunBOOMBOOM06.1.10 - 5:35 pm
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Life without risk is not living, I'll keep taking chances if people keep showing up.
rev106 responding to a
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06.1.10 - 10:24 pm
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Damn, I'm sorry Larsen didnt mean to aim for you face... you had a bad fall.
stillline responding to a
comment by larsenf
06.2.10 - 4:14 pm
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No worries I got it back.I had an awesome time.thanks as always Paul for some fun in the valley sun.I had to leave early Polo was calling my name,
blackout_blacklung responding to a
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06.2.10 - 6:42 pm
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Paul's the man. Love all the new events, and the Jousting. Matt Stillline is a Hero. The wildest, craziest ride of all time happens twice year, and I'm happy it's such a close ride for me.
JOKER06.2.10 - 7:37 pm
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thanks for the positive feedback, it helps to keep me going.
rev106 responding to a
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06.3.10 - 11:16 pm
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Ridazz Roulette!
Yesss!
Excited!!!!!
Will Borfo be there???
!!!
gonna be fun