2009 Run Reviews
APC Wants Electrical Contractors to Take the “Ride of a Lifetime Challenge”
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APC by Schneider Electric, a global leader in integrated critical power and cooling services, today announced the launch of APC’s “Ride of a Lifetime Challenge” offering electrical contractor firms in the United States and Canada an opportunity to win one of eight OCC Original production choppers from Orange County Choppers (OCC). The contest, which runs through June 30, 2010, is designed to provide electrical contractor firms with additional information regarding the integration of Schneider Electric and APC solutions to help develop and expand their businesses.
“Last month we gave OCC the unique challenge to build a hybrid Schneider Electric chopper that demonstrates how we help people make the most of their energy,” said Rob McKernan, President, North America, APC. “To commemorate this challenge, we are encouraging electrical contractor firms to learn more about what inspired our theme bike and how they can work with APC to deploy safe, reliable, and efficient data center solutions.”
Later this year the Schneider Electric custom motorcycle will embark on a road show to give electrical contractor partners a sneak preview of the theme bike and an opportunity to meet their local support team to learn more about APC’s “Ride of a Lifetime Challenge.” The roadshow includes eight regional events slated for Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Newburgh, NY, Toronto, and Washington, D.C. The events will also serve as an educational forum for electrical contracting firms to learn more about partnering with Schneider Electric and APC to capitalize on emerging trends like energy management and sustainability.
Through APC’s “Ride of a Lifetime Challenge” electrical contractor firms can earn chopper ‘keys’ by recommending APC three-phase power solutions, including both the APC and MGE product lines. Electrical contractor firms can accrue keys throughout the contest to have a chance of starting one of eight OCC Original production choppers. For APC’s “Ride of a Lifetime Challenge” contest details and to register please visit www.RideWithAPC.com. For more information on APC and its integrated solutions please visit www.apc.com or call 800-877-4080.
About APC by Schneider Electric
APC by Schneider Electric, a global leader in critical power and cooling services, provides industry leading product, software and systems for home, office, data center and factory floor applications. Backed by the strength, experience, and wide network of Schneider Electric’s Critical Power & Cooling Services, APC delivers well planned, flawlessly installed and maintained solutions throughout their lifecycle. Through its unparalleled commitment to innovation, APC delivers pioneering, energy efficient solutions for critical technology and industrial applications. In 2007, Schneider Electric acquired APC and combined it with MGE UPS Systems to form Schneider Electric’s Critical Power & Cooling Services Business Unit, which recorded 2008 revenue of EUR 2,6 billion (including APC-MGE sales of $3.7 billion) and employed 12,000 people worldwide. APC solutions include uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), precision cooling units, racks, physical security and design and management software, including APC’s InfraStruXure® architecture, the industry’s most comprehensive integrated power, cooling, and management solution. Schneider Electric, with 114,000 employees and operations in 100 countries, achieved sales of EUR 18,3 billion in 2008. All trademarks are the property of their owners. www.apc.com
Hockey arenas throughout the nation will soon play host to an exciting form of motorcycle racing when the AMA / FIM sanctioned XiiR (Xtreme International Ice Racing) series hits the ice
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CLEVELAND, OHIO – October 7, 2009 – SuperTrapp Industries (www.SuperTrapp.com) is a leading manufacturer of comprehensive performance exhaust systems for a variety of motor vehicle applications, including motorcycles, ATV and automotive.
Hockey arenas throughout the nation will soon play host to an exciting form of motorcycle racing when the AMA / FIM sanctioned XiiR (Xtreme International Ice Racing) series hits the ice. These races demonstrate man and machine going from 0 – 60mph in under 3 seconds on their modified Speedway bikes and quads on ice! There are over 1,600 metal studs added to the tires and there are no brakes. It’s the fastest sport on ice and one of the fastest sports in the world.
Speedway bikes only weigh 180 lbs., have an engine equivalent to a 1200cc sport bike engine in a mountain bike frame, 4-stroke and a 4-valve engine that runs on nitro methanol. This allows the engine to run at a higher compression, producing more horsepower.
There are a total of twenty to twenty-five races during each event. The amount of races will vary from city to city depending on how many local riders participate.
Ice Racing consists of heats where riders earn points to quality for the Main (final race) Qualifying heats which consist of 4 riders racing handlebar to handlebar for 4 laps.
For the eighth consecutive year, SuperTrapp (www.SuperTrapp.com) has been named the official exhaust sponsor of the event.
The SuperTrapp “Dash for Cash” offers amateur, local quad riders who come in 1st place a $500.00 cash bonus for competing with a SuperTrapp exhaust with SuperTrapp’s name predominantly displayed.
This season SuperTrapp will provide all Speedway racers in the series with a full exhaust system designed specifically for the speedway chassis. Because of the substantial power boost provided by SuperTrapp’s tunable disc technology, all racers are required to equip their bikes with a SuperTrapp exhaust so that no racer has an unfair advantage.
“The SuperTrapp mufflers are a perfect fit for ice racing because with so much speed and no brakes, throttle control is key,” said Anthony Barlow, champion ice racer and organizer of the XiiR. “The tunability of the SuperTrapp mufflers allow us to fine tune the power of these machines for different levels at different speeds so it hits when we need it to hit.”
According to Barlow, the SuperTrapp systems allow for such fine control of power that they are often re-tuned between each heat and the main to account for an increasing track size as the number of participating riders increases. Because all races are held indoors, the ability to control sound levels is another important factor, said Barlow.
For a schedule of XiiR races and more information, visit www.xiir.com.
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For more information on all SuperTrapp exhausts, visit SuperTrapp.com, or call 216-265-8400.
SuperTrapp SAE J2825 Sound Test Compliant Exhausts
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Schneider Electric Challenges Orange County Choppers to Build Their First Hybrid Motorcycle
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2009 NECA (Booth #600 and #305) — Schneider Electric announced today it will partner with custom motorcycle manufacturer Orange County Choppers (OCC) to design and build the first hybrid motorcycle in OCC history. Designed through a collaboration of Schneider Electric employees and the OCC design team, the Schneider Electric custom chopper will exemplify the company’s efforts to make energy solutions safe, reliable, efficient, productive and green. To kick-off this partnership, Orange County Choppers founder, Paul Teutul, Sr. will be at Booth #600 at the 2009 NECA Show on Monday, September 14 from noon to 1:30 p.m.
“Schneider Electric is challenging Orange County Choppers to build a custom motorcycle that will support our company mission of helping people make the most of their energy,” said Amelia Huntington, President, Schneider Electric U.S. “This hybrid motorcycle will employ a built-in intelligent energy management system that will allow it to be more efficient and productive by considering multiple variables to select the best energy source available. Schneider Electric employs the same management methodology to help our customers do more while using less energy in buildings, data centers, industry and residential markets. As one of the premier builders of custom motorcycles, Orange County Choppers will bring an unprecedented level of expertise and creativity to showcasing our mission through their design.”
“The goal is that the Schneider Electric hybrid chopper will be capable of traveling farther, without refueling or recharging, than any other OCC bike in history,” said Paul Teutul, Sr., founder, Orange County Choppers. “The ability to help design and build a hybrid motorcycle of this caliber is a unique opportunity and our team is up to the challenge.”
Once the Schneider Electric custom motorcycle is complete, Schneider Electric, along with Paul Teutul, Sr., will kick-off a road show that will give Schneider Electric electrical contractor partners a sneak preview of the theme bike before the scheduled American Chopper episode airs on TLC in 2010. Schneider Electric is committed to empowering electrical contracting firms so they better understand emerging trends like energy management and sustainability, and are best equipped to strategically address them in their marketplace.
In addition, APC by Schneider Electric, a global leader in integrated critical power and cooling services, will be giving away Orange County Choppers production bikes to eight electrical contracting firms in the United States and Canada. The promotion is designed to provide the electrical contractor firms with additional information regarding the integration of Schneider Electric and APC solutions to help develop and expand their businesses. Full details of the promotion will be revealed during the Schneider Electric theme bike roadshow later this year.
For more information on Schneider Electric and to take the Schneider Electric Market Virtual Tour of Energy Efficiency Solutions please visit Booth #305 or www.schneider-electric.com. For more information on APC please visit www.apc.com or call 800-877-4080.
About Schneider Electric
As a global specialist in energy management with operations in more than 100 countries, Schneider Electric offers integrated solutions across multiple market segments, including leadership positions in energy and infrastructure, industrial processes, building automation, and data centres/networks, as well as a broad presence in residential applications. Focused on making energy safe, reliable, and efficient, the company’s 114,000 employees achieved sales of more than 18.3 billion euros in 2008, through an active commitment to help individuals and organisations “Make the most of their energy™.”
About APC by Schneider Electric
APC by Schneider Electric, a global leader in critical power and cooling services, provides industry leading product, software and systems for home, office, data center and factory floor applications. Backed by the strength, experience, and wide network of Schneider Electric’s Critical Power & Cooling Services, APC delivers well planned, flawlessly installed and maintained solutions throughout their lifecycle. Through its unparalleled commitment to innovation, APC delivers pioneering, energy efficient solutions for critical technology and industrial applications. In 2007, Schneider Electric acquired APC and combined it with MGE UPS Systems to form Schneider Electric’s Critical Power & Cooling Services Business Unit, which recorded 2008 revenue of EUR 2,6 billion (including APC-MGE sales of $3.7 billion) and employed 12,000 people worldwide. APC solutions include uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), precision cooling units, racks, physical security and design and management software, including APC’s InfraStruXure® architecture, the industry’s most comprehensive integrated power, cooling, and management solution. Schneider Electric, with 114,000 employees and operations in 100 countries, achieved sales of EUR 18,3 billion in 2008. All trademarks are the property of their owners. www.apc.com
Sparta and Dairyland Team up to Expedite Finance and Insurance Process at Dealerships
NEW YORK, NY–(Marketwire – September 15, 2009) – Sparta Commercial Services, Inc. (OTCBB: SRCO) announced today that Sparta has formed a strategic alliance with Dairyland Cycle Insurance, a member of the Sentry Insurance Group of Stevens Point, WI. This relationship will enable Sparta’s nationwide network of powersports dealerships an expedited means of securing personal vehicle insurance covering new and pre-owned powersports vehicles for their customers. This network approach between participating dealerships, Sparta, and Dairyland Cycle, will provide an opportunity for consumers to purchase, finance, and insure their new vehicle without leaving the dealership floor.
According to the company, Dairyland Cycle is a recognized leader in the motorcycle insurance industry because of its competitive rates, money-saving discounts, and outstanding customer service. Dairyland Cycle structures their coverages and deductibles to meet riders’ individual needs and offers flexible payment options that fit their budgets. Dairyland Cycle provides coverage for a wide range of riders and their cycles and scooters, including high performance, touring, vintage, and custom motorcycles and scooters.
This alliance with Dairyland Cycle will enable customers who are financing their new or used powersports vehicle purchases through Sparta, the chance to receive a free, no-obligation insurance quote from Dairyland Cycle. This is an option they have while submitting their credit application online using Sparta’s proprietary credit decisioning and underwriting software point of sale platform iPLUS® Version 2.0. If the quote is accepted by the customer, the dealer can work directly with the customer and Dairyland Cycle to place the insurance at the time of contracting.
Commenting on the new development, Anthony Havens, Sparta’s CEO, said, “We have always believed that our financing and leasing program at the dealership level would be greatly enhanced by a side-by-side insurance program that could complete the entire financing and insurance activity simultaneously, but we had to find the right insurance ally. Dairyland Cycle is the perfect fit. We’re very enthusiastic about the mutual benefits that this relationship will bring to Sparta, Dairyland, and our nationwide network of over 2,300 retail powersports dealers.”
About Sparta Commercial Services: Sparta Commercial Services is a New York-based, nationwide financial services company dedicated to the powersports industry, offering financing and leasing products to consumers and retail powersports dealers, as well as a variety of commercial products for governmental agencies that require motorcycles and other equipment for law enforcement activities.
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such statements are valid only as of today and we disclaim any obligation to update this information. Actual results may differ significantly from management’s expectations. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that include, among others, risks related to potential future losses, obtaining, satisfying terms of, and amount of credit lines, competition, financing and commercial agreements and strategic alliances, seasonality, potential fluctuations in operating results and rate of growth, management of potential growth, system interruption, consumer and industry trends, limited operating history, and government regulation. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking statements included herein, the inclusion of such information should not be regarded as a representation by the Company or any other person that the objectives and plans of the Company will be achieved. Further information regarding these and other risks is described from time to time in the Company’s filings with the SEC, which are available on its website at: http://www.sec.gov
Contact:
Dick Trotter
COO
Sparta Commercial Services, Inc.
(212) 239-2666
Hijinx LLC Announces the Launch of Their Motor Kulture Apparel Line
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Hijinx LLC announces the launch of www.hijinxapparel.com . The site is dedicated to their line of motor kulture apparel including the signature Drunken Fools line of shirts.
Fanwood, N.J. (PRWEB) September 1, 2009 — Hijinx LLC announces the launch of www.hijinxapparel.com . The site is dedicated to their line of motor kulture oriented apparel including the signature Drunken Fools line of shirts.
Hijinx LLC is an on-line retailer created by motorcycle enthusiasts to design apparel geared toward other motorcycle and motor kulture enthusiasts. In addition to the current line of apparel, Hijinx has plans to expand their apparel line to include hats, jackets, etc.The newly launched website features an on-line store as well as a section dedicate to customer submitted photos featuring the apparel line. “We are trying to develop a close relationship with our client base and posting fan submitted photos is one way we intend to achieve this” commented Jason Cirrito the founder of Hijinx LLC.
“We are very excited about the launch the new web site” said Jason Cirrito and “we are looking forward to launching the new designs we currently have in the pipeline.”
Hijinx officially launched the website August 28th. For more information about Hijinx Apparel please visit www.hijinxapparel.com.
BTO Sports Launches Newly Redesigned Website
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THOUSAND OAKS, CA–(Marketwire – September 01, 2009) – BTO Sports, a leading retailer of Motocross, Dirt Bike, Street Bike, and ATV parts, announced today the debut of their newly redesigned website, BTOSports.com. The website offers the same great deals BTO Sports is known for, with new state-of-the-art features and functionality.
Visitors to BTOSports.com will now have an easier time finding Motocross helmets, Motocross boots, Street Bike helmets, ATV parts and more with improved navigability and a convenient search bar. Customers can search for any keyword and get instant results to quickly find what they need, or shop by category or brand. Top Motocross trends can also be viewed by visiting the popular searches page, which lists the most popular searches on BTOSports.com as well as searches rising in popularity.
“With the new streamlined search functions on our website, finding all of your favorite Troy Lee Designs, Fox, and Thor apparel is much faster and easier, so you can spend less time shopping, and more time riding,” said a BTO Sports representative.
The website also includes a new online chat option where customers can ask a live chat support representative any questions they may have about gear or parts. This includes sizing, shipping and return policies. “We pride ourselves on our outstanding customer service and are always striving to find new ways to help our customers even more. These features ensure that all visitors to our site receive first-class customer service at all times,” said the BTO Sports representative.
For a limited time BTO Sports is offering customers $20 off all orders over $200, and they always offer free shipping on orders over $100.
For more information, or to browse their wide selection of Motocross helmet options, Motocross boots, Motocross gear, ATV gear, Dirt Bike gear and Street Bike accessories, visit www.BTOSports.com.
http://www.btosports.com/cs/press-release-2
About BTO Sports:
BTO Sports offers the widest selection of Motocross parts and accessories on the web including Motocross helmets, Street Bike parts, and more from all the top Motocross brands. Whether you’re a recreational dirt biker or a serious motocross racer, BTO Sports has the Motocross gear you need.
Contact:
BTO Sports
888-613-3393
THOUSAND OAKS, CA–(Marketwire – September 01, 2009) – BTO Sports, a leading retailer of Motocross, Dirt Bike, Street Bike, and ATV parts, announced today the debut of their newly redesigned website, BTOSports.com. The website offers the same great deals BTO Sports is known for, with new state-of-the-art features and functionality.
Visitors to BTOSports.com will now have an easier time finding Motocross helmets, Motocross boots, Street Bike helmets, ATV parts and more with improved navigability and a convenient search bar. Customers can search for any keyword and get instant results to quickly find what they need, or shop by category or brand. Top Motocross trends can also be viewed by visiting the popular searches page, which lists the most popular searches on BTOSports.com as well as searches rising in popularity.
“With the new streamlined search functions on our website, finding all of your favorite Troy Lee Designs, Fox, and Thor apparel is much faster and easier, so you can spend less time shopping, and more time riding,” said a BTO Sports representative.
The website also includes a new online chat option where customers can ask a live chat support representative any questions they may have about gear or parts. This includes sizing, shipping and return policies. “We pride ourselves on our outstanding customer service and are always striving to find new ways to help our customers even more. These features ensure that all visitors to our site receive first-class customer service at all times,” said the BTO Sports representative.
For a limited time BTO Sports is offering customers $20 off all orders over $200, and they always offer free shipping on orders over $100.
For more information, or to browse their wide selection of Motocross helmet options, Motocross boots, Motocross gear, ATV gear, Dirt Bike gear and Street Bike accessories, visit www.BTOSports.com.
http://www.btosports.com/cs/press-release-2
About BTO Sports:
BTO Sports offers the widest selection of Motocross parts and accessories on the web including Motocross helmets, Street Bike parts, and more from all the top Motocross brands. Whether you’re a recreational dirt biker or a serious motocross racer, BTO Sports has the Motocross gear you need.
Contact:
BTO Sports
888-613-3393
LadyBikersDen Launches to Serve Female Motorcycle Enthusiasts
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Fourth Website in The Bikers’ Den, Inc., Family Small Business Success Story
Edmonton, AB Canada and Oregon City, OR (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 25, 2009 — The Biker’s Den, Inc., announced today the launch of its new Internet retail site just for female motorcycle enthusiasts, LadyBikersDen. This marks the fourth website in The Biker’s Den, Inc., family of motorcycle gear and accessories websites, joining sister sites BikersDen, DirtBikersDen and StreetBikersDen.
LadyBikersDen.com was created to address a need for better products and accessibility for women motorcycle riders. All of the items carried on the site are either specifically made for women or are unisex approved. Said co-owner Kurt Laschuk: “More and more women are starting to ride bikes and we wanted them to have a place where they didn’t have to search through mostly men’s gear to find gear made for ladies.”
More and more women are starting to ride bikes and we wanted them to have a place where they didn’t have to search through mostly men’s gear to find gear made for ladies.
We support the biker community wholeheartedly and sponsor many Motorcycle Events across Canada and the US. We see all bikers as equals, no matter what you ride or who you ride with. We are focused on providing motorcycle products that enhance the enjoyment and safety of riding
The Bikers’ Den websites are run by husband and wife team Kurt and Sarah Laschuk , who founded and own The Bikers’ Den, Inc. Incorporated in 2003, the company has opened one website every year since 2006, hitting one million dollars in gross sales in 2008. With the launch of LadyBikersDen, the company is projecting potential total gross sales of two million dollars by the end of 2009.
Explained Kurt Laschuk, “Even though The Bikers’ Den has never been able to secure financing from any bank, our business has exceeded all of our expectations. We went from wondering how we would pay for diapers for our baby boy when we first started this business to a thriving company with ten employees. The reason for this is simple: my wife and I care about our customers, the motorcycle industry, our products and, most importantly, each other.”
BikersDen.com and all subsequent websites were created and developed by Kurt Laschuk with many design ideas emanating from his much more artistic wife, Sarah. “I wrote the code for the websites and fixed the bugs, but I couldn’t have designed any of it without Sarah. If she doesn’t like it, it’s gone… eventually. We have yet to contract out an IT project. I find it hard to let go of something I’ve been building and improving on for over 7 years. Eventually, however, we do see the need for our own in house IT department. Until then, you’ll find me crouched over my laptop writing code, adding products and cropping pictures.”
The company’s philosophy is that anyone who enjoys motorcycles in any way is a member of the biker community. The Laschuks live this philosophy by offering the best merchandise at reasonable prices, providing stellar customer service, and continually reaching out to new segments of the community, as with LadyBikersDen. Added Laschuk, “We support the biker community wholeheartedly and sponsor many Motorcycle Events across Canada and the US. We see all bikers as equals, no matter what you ride or who you ride with. We are focused on providing motorcycle products that enhance the enjoyment and safety of riding”.
About The Bikers’ Den, Inc.
The Bikers’ Den, Inc., headquartered in Edmonton, AB Canada and Orgeon City, OR, is a private, incorporated, family-owned and -operated business. We provide Internet retail websites that offer a wide selection of premium motorcycle products and accessories at great prices as well as useful information for motorcycle enthusiasts around the globe. Being riders ourselves, our goal is to make our offerings as biker-friendly as possible and to provide the best customer service to the motorcycle community. Get started at www.bikersden.com, contact us at 1-800-409-5228 or follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/BikersDen .
Cyclepedia Press LLC just released our newest manual for the Suzuki DR200 dual sport bike
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EagleRider Expands Harley-Davidson Rentals to Canada
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EagleRider, the world’s largest motorcycle rental and tour company, is pleased to announce the expansion of motorcycle rental services to British Columbia, Canada. EagleRider Kamloops, located at 1465 Iron Mask Road, and the several EagleRider Vancouver outlets, scheduled to open spring 2010, are welcomed news to motorcycle fans and mark the companies continued success in the motorcycle and travel industries.
“Demand for Harley-Davidson rentals in British Columbia has been exceptional,” said Chris McIntyre, President of EagleRider Motorcycle Rental. “Kamloops and Vancouver are premier destinations for motorcycle touring and EagleRider thrilled to begin offering motorcycle rentals in Canada.”
EagleRider Kamloops opened their doors in July 2009 and offers Canadian residents and tourists a large variety of late model Harley-Davidson Motorcycles. British Columbia is a gateway destination for motorcycle riders looking to embark on a journey through the top Canadian travel destinations including Rocky Mountain Railway, the majestic Thompson River, or the famous Victoria Island. EagleRider Kamloops and the EagleRider Vancouver outlets will offer the options of GPS navigation rentals, guided and self drive tours, and one-way rentals with all their motorcycle reservations. As we head into the beautiful autumn riding season, now is the perfect time to book your next Canadian motorcycle vacation. Visit www.eaglerider.com or call the EagleRider Central Reservation Department directly at (888) 817-7660 to reserve your Harley-Davidson rental today.
About EagleRider:
EagleRider pioneered the Harley-Davidson rental concept in 1992 and today operates the world’s largest motorcycle rental and powersport rental fleet from premier manufacturers such as Harley-Davidson, Honda, BMW, Victory motorcycles and Vespa Scooters. EagleRider’s expansion of its franchise rental facilities targets global tourist destinations and currently offers rental facilities in the USA, United Kingdom, Austria, Australia, Spain, France, Ireland, Mexico, Costa Rica, and New Zealand, www.eaglerider.com.
EagleRider of Kamloops, BC:
1465 Iron Mask Road
Kamloops, BC, V1S 1C8
Phone: 250-828-0622
Toll Free: 1-800-665-3121
Email: yvr@eaglerider.com
EagleRider Contact:
David Goff
Marketing Manager
Email: david@eaglerider.com
