Elmer Symons Benefit ride 01/26-28 Muenster, Texas

[ArkansasXC]

Order your Elmer Symons commemorative Stickers and make donations Here! (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/index.php?page=Elmer). All proceeds goto Elmers family.


In cooperation with RiderDown.org, I am putting together a benefit ride for Elmers family. There are many things going on right now to try and help the family deal with the financial ends of what has transpired with the passing of Elmer. The costs which have been incurred are not minimal and there are efforts going across the web and the world to aid the family of the fallen star. All benefits from the ride will be passed on to the rider down foundation. They will be setting up an Elmer Symons fund, can provide tax documents for donation write offs and will be handling the final transfers, of all moneys received, to the family of Elmer.

http://www.riderdown.org/images/elmee.jpg

If you would like to aid the family of one of our greatest personalities, have a great time with good folks, get some excellent riding in and watch an Arkansas fool try to tackle some of the harder obstacles at Muenster, in honor of Elmer, then you should plan to attend the Elmer Symons benefit ride at Red River Motorcycle Trails, January 26-28, 2007. I will be providing a keg of beer for those that wish to partake of vast quantities of adult beverages. 2 kegs if enough people show up. 21 and over only on the keg. I have spoken with Bruce at RiderDown, 100% of all donations will goto the Symons fund. If so desired, Bruce will also be able to provide papers for tax write offs on any donations. Please come out and show your support for an outstanding individual. Dont let cold weather or rain scare you. It wouldnt scare Elmer! Hardcore baby! Lets get together, have a great time, help out some wonderful people in need and remember a fantatstic human being.

To anyone that would like to help in making this event possible, I would appreciate any and all efforts. Guides will be needed. I will be calling Red River to make all arrangements. If you plan on attending please leave a reply here or send me a pm. I hope to see you all there!

Any checks should be made payable to the RiderDown Foundation and in the memo section please note Elmer. Thank you!


If you attend this ride, make certain to tell Rebecca, when you sign in, that you are there for the Elmer Symons Benefit ride. She will be donating $5 of every $10 entry fee that is paid by people that are attending this ride. She has also provided 3 full days use of the pavilion free of charge. Also, if you plan on arriving
on Friday, you will need to contact Rebecca at 940-995-2903 to get the gate code. Be sure to mention this event.



I will be there around 12:00 noon on the 26th no matter the conditions.

I am working on trying to gather up some prizes to raffle off. My local shop, Kawasaki Sportscenter has already offered to ste up to the plate and give some things for the raffle. I will be trying to contact other vendors to add more prizes. Every cent will goto the RiderDown foundation for the Elmer Symons fund.

RiderDown still has their phone fund raiser going on so if you have ANY old phones, bring them to the ride, drop them in the box and help an injured rider!

For easy donations to the Symons fund, scroll down and see post by "RiderDown"


Please check out this Celebration of Life event at Malcolm's.....

http://www.district37ama.org/forums/...4&d=1169136641
as well as these...
http://www.elmee.com
http://www.sundaysocialclub.org/4436/index.html


Elmer Symons Benefit Ride.. (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/showthread.php?t=473)
Sponsors list: Growing Daily!
RiderDown.org (http://www.RiderDown.org): Support, funds exchange to the family, T-Shirts, Hats, wristbands.
Red River Motorcycle Trails (http://www.redrivermotorcycletrails.com): They will donate 1/2 of every entry fee from people attending this ride, also 3 full days use of the pavilion free of charge.
Kawasaki Sportscenter (http://www.kawasakisportscenter.com)
Infinity Machine and Design (http://www.infinitymachineanddesign.com): A set of Subtanks and some of their new fork cartridge jam nut wrenches
for raffle and EVERYONE that attends the event will receive a voucher good for $60 off of a set of SubTanks..
www.cyclebuy.com (http://www.cyclebuy.com): 2 $50 coupons good towards the purchase of any item on their site.
Synergy Seals (http://www.synergyseals.com): 4 new sets of Fork
Seals...ANY size
TheTugger.com (http://www.thetugger.com): Rear Tugger
Shane Watts (http://www.shanewatts.com): Shane Watts DVD's
Dirt-Bike-Gear.com (http://www.dirt-bike-gear.com): 1 regular ballistic fender bag, 1 orange T-shirt with DBG logo, XL and an Orange Shop Apron.
www.proclean1000.com (http://www.proclean1000.com): ProClean 1000 and Engine Ice
Powersport Grafx (http://www.powersportgrafx.com)
LowYoYoStuff (http://myspace.com/lowyoyostuff): 25 New Cd's by various artists
Moonlake Interiors (http://www.finewoodcarvings.net) : 2 Custom Wood Plaques
Tony Mssey Lone Star Calls and Pens: Two one of a kind pens and possibly a call
Steve Morris: ONE of a kind framed poster of Elmer
HotRodVW (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=105563): Fork Bleeder Items
KTM400STEVE (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=195635): Billet ODO guard.
Bryan Henson: ??
Jeff Gaston: One of Art work
Special Thanks to RocketGurl.com (http://www.rocketgurl.com) for creating a sweeet flyer for the event!

List of known Attendees....Growing Daily!
Check it out! Pro GNCC racer and top 20 finisher in 07, Bryan Henson, will be attending the ride and providing quite a few items for the Raffle! Thanks Bryan!


Bryan Henson GNCC Racer #618 in 06 #747 in 07
Proxy
Brian250
Grady
JGas
ARFlatLander
LifeisGoo0d
BuzzardFlatsJim & "his peeps"
Hemibee
MoPower
Bandit9
Gocatgo
Bandit33
Firstman+4friends
Scott Warren?
Justin Warren?
Skyler Church
Vernon Church
Glenda Church
Lust450
Pit
Danielle Ballard
Zach Ballard
ArkansasXC
Motohead250
Brandon Butler+1
Big Hall
Terry Poe
Christie Poe
KinsizeChuck
Jon
+more from the Toro event

Guides: Brian 250, BuzzardFlatsJim, Grady

who's bringing what:
Keg-O-Beer: ArkansasXC and Steve Morris- Sam Adams Lite, FirstMan- Shiner
Tarps: Proxy, LifeisGoo0d, JGas, ArXC
Propane Heaters: JGas, ArFlatLander
Grills: ArFlatlander, LifeisGoo0d, HemiBee
Wood: ArXC, ArFlatlander
E-Z ups: JGas, Lifeisgoo0d, Danelle Ballard
Folding Tables: Theresa and Danielle
Food: Steve Morris, Danielle Ballard, ArkansasXC, T&C Poe
Cooks: Steve Morris, Hemibee(Tony Massey), Danielle Ballard, Christie Poe
cups, plates, utensils and napkins: Theresa(GoCatGo), ArkansasXC

Raffle shift volunteers: Theresa, Danielle Ballard, ArkansasXC, Peter Berein

What else will we need?


If you have any questions regarding the ride, please feel free to email me at cdubb2010@sbcglobal.net



Directions and contact info for RRMT
Directions to
Red River Motorcycle Trails, Inc.
in Bulcher, Texas


http://216.165.194.66/ktmtalk/photogallery/galleries/members/map.gif

Coming from Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas Area...

RRMT, Inc. is about an hour and a half north of the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Coming from that area, you will want to go north on I-35 to Gainesville. When you get to Gainesville, you will exit Highway 82 and go west towards Wichita Falls. You will go about thirteen miles through the towns of Lindsay and Muenster. Upon arriving in Muenster, you will turn right onto Main Street at the only stop light on Highway 82 in Muenster. You will then head north about one mile when you will come to the end of the road, keep left. You are now on FM Road 373 and traveling west. Follow this road for approximately fourteen miles to Bulcher. Considering the population of Bulcher is minimal, the only thing that people will see on their way to RRMT, Inc. will be the wide open country side, Turtle Hill Golf Course, and an old dilapidated school building from the early 1900s. Once you pass the school, the local road turns into a new paved state highway. If you look to the right, you will see the Red Bull Barn (made famous from the 2006 Red Bull Last Man Standing Race). From there on, it is about two miles to the gate. Red River Motorcycle Trails, Inc. will be located on the right and you cannot miss it.

Coming from Wichita Falls, Texas Area...


RRMT, Inc. is about an hour east of the Wichita Falls area. Travel east from Wichita Falls on Highway 82 until you reach Saint Jo. Then turn northeast on FM 2382 for approximately ten miles. After coming to a fork in the road, turn left onto FM Road 373 and stay on this new paved state highway for approximately two miles and then you will see the park entrance on your right.

Coming from Lawton, Oklahoma Area...


Take Highway 7 East to Duncan. In Duncan, take Highway 81 South to Ryan. In Ryan, take Highway 32 East to 89/32 Spur. Turn right to follow 89 South. You will take 89 South to the T Intersection. Then turn left to follow 677 South. Take 677 South to the 677/373 Y Intersection. Follow 373 to the left.




Coming from Northern Oklahoma...


Tired of driving all the way down I-35 to Gainesville, Texas and then turning back West on Highway 82? Try this new route...saves time and is more scenic. When you get to Marietta, Oklahoma, take Highway 32 East to Courtney, Oklahoma. Then take Highway 89 across Taovayas Indian Bridge (that goes across the Red River). Once across the bridge, get on 677 and go East. Then when 677 intersects with 373, get on 373 and go East. Follow 373 for approximately 5 miles (give or take). The park will be on your left.



Contact Information:


15393 North FM 373
Bulcher, Texas 76252
Ph: 940-995-2903 (Call 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.)


Also, please check out this Celebration of Life event at Malcolm's.....

http://www.district37ama.org/forums/...4&d=1169136641
as well as these...
http://www.elmee.com
http://www.sundaysocialclub.org/4436/index.html

[Tatonka]

Chris - thank you for posting this and for all the help you are providing the Symons family during this difficult time.

http://www.gnccracing.com/QuickFill/Images/2007/January11/Elmer%20Symons2.jpg

Photo by David Scearce

[ArkansasXC]

Bruce...It is completely my honor to be able to do anything and everything I can for the family during these terrible times. I learned a great deal from Elmer about how to live, ride, enjoy every second and much more. Its the least I can do for him. If there is anything else that I can do, dont hesitate to let me know!
http://216.165.194.66/ktmtalk/photogallery/galleries/members/Elmercasual.jpg
I dont know who to give credit to for the photo...

http://216.165.194.66/ktmtalk/photogallery/galleries/members/elmer_324_(Medium).jpg

Photo Taken by me :Chris White


Order your Elmer Symons commemorative Stickers and make donations Here! (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/index.php?page=Elmer). All proceeds goto Elmers family.

Please check out this Celebration of Life event at Malcolm's.....

http://www.district37ama.org/forums/...4&d=1169136641
as well as these...
http://www.elmee.com
http://www.sundaysocialclub.org/4436/index.html


Elmer Symons Benefit Ride.. (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/showthread.php?t=473)
Sponsors list: Growing Daily!
RiderDown.org (http://www.RiderDown.org): Support, funds exchange to the family, T-Shirts, Hats, wristbands.
Red River Motorcycle Trails (http://www.redrivermotorcycletrails.com): They will donate 1/2 of every entry fee from people attending this ride, also 3 full days use of the pavilion free of charge.
Kawasaki Sportscenter (http://www.kawasakisportscenter.com)
Infinity Machine and Design (http://www.infinitymachineanddesign.com): A set of Subtanks and some of their new fork cartridge jam nut wrenches
for raffle and EVERYONE that attends the event will receive a voucher good for $60 off of a set of SubTanks..
www.cyclebuy.com (http://www.cyclebuy.com): 2 $50 coupons good towards the purchase of any item on their site.
Synergy Seals (http://www.synergyseals.com): 4 new sets of Fork
Seals...ANY size
TheTugger.com (http://www.thetugger.com): Rear Tugger
Shane Watts (http://www.shanewatts.com): Shane Watts DVD's
Dirt-Bike-Gear.com (http://www.dirt-bike-gear.com): 1 regular ballistic fender bag, 1 orange T-shirt with DBG logo, XL and an Orange Shop Apron.
www.proclean1000.com (http://www.proclean1000.com): ProClean 1000 and Engine Ice
Powersport Grafx (http://www.powersportgrafx.com)
LowYoYoStuff (http://myspace.com/lowyoyostuff): 25 New Cd's by various artists
Moonlake Interiors (http://www.finewoodcarvings.net) : 2 Custom Wood Plaques
Tony Mssey Lone Star Calls and Pens: Two one of a kind pens and possibly a call
Steve Morris: ONE of a kind framed poster of Elmer
HotRodVW (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=105563): Fork Bleeder Items
KTM400STEVE (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=195635): Billet ODO guard.
Bryan Henson: ??
Jeff Gaston: One of Art work
Special Thanks to RocketGurl.com (http://www.rocketgurl.com) for creating a sweeet flyer for the event!

[Hemibee]

Chris,

Add Lone Star Calls and Pens to your sponsors list. I will donate a one of a kind custom made Pen to be sold or auctioned off for the benefit. I'll contact you with more details.

Tony

[ArkansasXC]

Tony. Ive got you added to the sponsor list. I really appreciate everything that you are doing to help out. I know Elmee would really apprecite it too!


Rob over at Infinity machine and design has stepped up and is giving a set of SubTanks and some of his new fork cartridge jam nut wrenches for the raffle. Thanks Rob!

Order your Elmer Symons commemorative Stickers and make donations Here! (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/index.php?page=Elmer). All proceeds goto Elmers family.

Please check out this Celebration of Life event at Malcolm's.....

http://www.district37ama.org/forums/...4&d=1169136641
as well as these...
http://www.elmee.com
http://www.sundaysocialclub.org/4436/index.html


Elmer Symons Benefit Ride.. (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/showthread.php?t=473)
Sponsors list: Growing Daily!
RiderDown.org (http://www.RiderDown.org): Support, funds exchange to the family, T-Shirts, Hats, wristbands.
Red River Motorcycle Trails (http://www.redrivermotorcycletrails.com): They will donate 1/2 of every entry fee from people attending this ride, also 3 full days use of the pavilion free of charge.
Kawasaki Sportscenter (http://www.kawasakisportscenter.com)
Infinity Machine and Design (http://www.infinitymachineanddesign.com): A set of Subtanks and some of their new fork cartridge jam nut wrenches
for raffle and EVERYONE that attends the event will receive a voucher good for $60 off of a set of SubTanks..
www.cyclebuy.com (http://www.cyclebuy.com): 2 $50 coupons good towards the purchase of any item on their site.
Synergy Seals (http://www.synergyseals.com): 4 new sets of Fork
Seals...ANY size
TheTugger.com (http://www.thetugger.com): Rear Tugger
Shane Watts (http://www.shanewatts.com): Shane Watts DVD's
Dirt-Bike-Gear.com (http://www.dirt-bike-gear.com): 1 regular ballistic fender bag, 1 orange T-shirt with DBG logo, XL and an Orange Shop Apron.
www.proclean1000.com (http://www.proclean1000.com): ProClean 1000 and Engine Ice
Powersport Grafx (http://www.powersportgrafx.com)
LowYoYoStuff (http://myspace.com/lowyoyostuff): 25 New Cd's by various artists
Moonlake Interiors (http://www.finewoodcarvings.net) : 2 Custom Wood Plaques
Tony Mssey Lone Star Calls and Pens: Two one of a kind pens and possibly a call
Steve Morris: ONE of a kind framed poster of Elmer
HotRodVW (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=105563): Fork Bleeder Items
KTM400STEVE (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=195635): Billet ODO guard.
Bryan Henson: ??
Jeff Gaston: One of Art work
Special Thanks to RocketGurl.com (http://www.rocketgurl.com) for creating a sweeet flyer for the event!

[ArkansasXC]

Rebecca at RRMT (http://www.redrivermotorcycletrails.com/) has stepped up to the plate and will be donating 1/2 of every entry fee, of people attending the benefit ride, to the Symons fund. She is also allowing us 3 full days use of the Pavilion at no charge! Thanks Rebecca!

Chris


Order your Elmer Symons commemorative Stickers and make donations Here! (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/index.php?page=Elmer). All proceeds goto Elmers family.

Please check out this Celebration of Life event at Malcolm's.....

http://www.district37ama.org/forums/...4&d=1169136641
as well as these...
http://www.elmee.com
http://www.sundaysocialclub.org/4436/index.html


Elmer Symons Benefit Ride.. (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/showthread.php?t=473)
Sponsors list: Growing Daily!
RiderDown.org (http://www.RiderDown.org): Support, funds exchange to the family, T-Shirts, Hats, wristbands.
Red River Motorcycle Trails (http://www.redrivermotorcycletrails.com): They will donate 1/2 of every entry fee from people attending this ride, also 3 full days use of the pavilion free of charge.
Kawasaki Sportscenter (http://www.kawasakisportscenter.com)
Infinity Machine and Design (http://www.infinitymachineanddesign.com): A set of Subtanks and some of their new fork cartridge jam nut wrenches
for raffle and EVERYONE that attends the event will receive a voucher good for $60 off of a set of SubTanks..
www.cyclebuy.com (http://www.cyclebuy.com): 2 $50 coupons good towards the purchase of any item on their site.
Synergy Seals (http://www.synergyseals.com): 4 new sets of Fork
Seals...ANY size
TheTugger.com (http://www.thetugger.com): Rear Tugger
Shane Watts (http://www.shanewatts.com): Shane Watts DVD's
Dirt-Bike-Gear.com (http://www.dirt-bike-gear.com): 1 regular ballistic fender bag, 1 orange T-shirt with DBG logo, XL and an Orange Shop Apron.
www.proclean1000.com (http://www.proclean1000.com): ProClean 1000 and Engine Ice
Powersport Grafx (http://www.powersportgrafx.com)
LowYoYoStuff (http://myspace.com/lowyoyostuff): 25 New Cd's by various artists
Moonlake Interiors (http://www.finewoodcarvings.net) : 2 Custom Wood Plaques
Tony Mssey Lone Star Calls and Pens: Two one of a kind pens and possibly a call
Steve Morris: ONE of a kind framed poster of Elmer
HotRodVW (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=105563): Fork Bleeder Items
KTM400STEVE (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=195635): Billet ODO guard.
Bryan Henson: ??
Jeff Gaston: One of Art work
Special Thanks to RocketGurl.com (http://www.rocketgurl.com) for creating a sweeet flyer for the event!

[xr650rocketman]

The older I get the smaller the world of offroad motorcycling seems to become.
The loss of MiniRocketman in December of 05 brought me to RiderDown and it is the one Forum that I frequent the least. I wish no one ever had to post here!
Having said that please know that this forum has helped me personally to keep going and know that people really do care.
I know in my heart that Steve Jr would want me to keep riding and in his memory that is what I've been doing as often as possible.
I'm a little slow in posting here because I was on a 9 day D/S ride in Mexico when Elmer's accident occurred.
I met Elmer last September in Caliente, Nevada, at the Nevada Rallye Experience, we talked briefly but it was easy to tell his passion for the sport was immense.
He was greatly respected by Scott Harden, the other privateers and the Dakar team riders that were there.
There are no words that can be used to ease the pain of a loss like this.
Our family tries to take comfort from knowing that when a rider is lost pursuing their passion they were living their life to the fullest, realizing their dreams.
I have a TMTC board meeting in Gilmer TX the weekend of the benefit but if time permits I'll come by.
Thanks to all from TWTEX.COM and all the other Forums for being so proactive.

Ride on Elmer and show MiniRocketman how to go that fast standing up all the time.

We'll all see you both later.

Steve Smith
XR650Rocketman

[Tatonka]

Steve - your words and presence here means a lot, thank you again for sharing your experience and compassion. We are here to provide that voice for the dirt biking community and say "we care and we're here for you".

We understand the nature of this forum is not always what people want to focus on but we do hope that it can occasionally provide what they need.

Yes, we'll see you all later....ride on.

[ArkansasXC]

Steve, thank you for your reply and kind words. I am very sorry for the loss that you suffered in 05. I know even to this day it must be tough. I offer you my condolences. Your words mean alot and are truelly heartfelt, Im certain. Thank you for your continued supprt of RiderDown and I hope to meet you at the ride.

As Elmer would say....keep it on one wheel.

Chris

Order your Elmer Symons commemorative Stickers and make donations Here! (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/index.php?page=Elmer). All proceeds goto Elmers family.

Please check out this Celebration of Life event at Malcolm's.....

http://www.district37ama.org/forums/...4&d=1169136641
as well as these...
http://www.elmee.com
http://www.sundaysocialclub.org/4436/index.html


Elmer Symons Benefit Ride.. (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/showthread.php?t=473)
Sponsors list: Growing Daily!
RiderDown.org (http://www.RiderDown.org): Support, funds exchange to the family, T-Shirts, Hats, wristbands.
Red River Motorcycle Trails (http://www.redrivermotorcycletrails.com): They will donate 1/2 of every entry fee from people attending this ride, also 3 full days use of the pavilion free of charge.
Kawasaki Sportscenter (http://www.kawasakisportscenter.com)
Infinity Machine and Design (http://www.infinitymachineanddesign.com): A set of Subtanks and some of their new fork cartridge jam nut wrenches
for raffle and EVERYONE that attends the event will receive a voucher good for $60 off of a set of SubTanks..
www.cyclebuy.com (http://www.cyclebuy.com): 2 $50 coupons good towards the purchase of any item on their site.
Synergy Seals (http://www.synergyseals.com): 4 new sets of Fork
Seals...ANY size
TheTugger.com (http://www.thetugger.com): Rear Tugger
Shane Watts (http://www.shanewatts.com): Shane Watts DVD's
Dirt-Bike-Gear.com (http://www.dirt-bike-gear.com): 1 regular ballistic fender bag, 1 orange T-shirt with DBG logo, XL and an Orange Shop Apron.
www.proclean1000.com (http://www.proclean1000.com): ProClean 1000 and Engine Ice
Powersport Grafx (http://www.powersportgrafx.com)
LowYoYoStuff (http://myspace.com/lowyoyostuff): 25 New Cd's by various artists
Moonlake Interiors (http://www.finewoodcarvings.net) : 2 Custom Wood Plaques
Tony Mssey Lone Star Calls and Pens: Two one of a kind pens and possibly a call
Steve Morris: ONE of a kind framed poster of Elmer
HotRodVW (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=105563): Fork Bleeder Items
KTM400STEVE (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=195635): Billet ODO guard.
Bryan Henson: ??
Jeff Gaston: One of Art work
Special Thanks to RocketGurl.com (http://www.rocketgurl.com) for creating a sweeet flyer for the event!

[RiderDown]

We are working to provide an easy method for anyone interested in helping Elmer's family to make a contribution.

Checks can be made payable to: RiderDown Foundation (please make a note in the memo line that it's for the Elmer Symons Memorial Fund). The mailing address is;

RiderDown Foundation
30296 Buffalo Park Rd.
Evergreen, CO 80439

PayPal contributions can be made by clicking here on RSA flag -

Elmer Symons Memorial Fund
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Thank you.

[ArkansasXC]

Please see updates to original post....New sponsors....more attendees, more info....Thanks!

Also....new info here for helping in another way! PowerSports Graffix has 4 new commemorative Elmer Symons stickers. All proceeds goto Elmers Familiy...
Order Here! (http://www.powersportgrafx.com/store/index.php?page=detail.217)


Order your Elmer Symons commemorative Stickers and make donations Here! (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/index.php?page=Elmer). All proceeds goto Elmers family.

Please check out this Celebration of Life event at Malcolm's.....

http://www.district37ama.org/forums/...4&d=1169136641
as well as these...
http://www.elmee.com
http://www.sundaysocialclub.org/4436/index.html


Elmer Symons Benefit Ride.. (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/showthread.php?t=473)
Sponsors list: Growing Daily!
RiderDown.org (http://www.RiderDown.org): Support, funds exchange to the family, T-Shirts, Hats, wristbands.
Red River Motorcycle Trails (http://www.redrivermotorcycletrails.com): They will donate 1/2 of every entry fee from people attending this ride, also 3 full days use of the pavilion free of charge.
Kawasaki Sportscenter (http://www.kawasakisportscenter.com)
Infinity Machine and Design (http://www.infinitymachineanddesign.com): A set of Subtanks and some of their new fork cartridge jam nut wrenches
for raffle and EVERYONE that attends the event will receive a voucher good for $60 off of a set of SubTanks..
www.cyclebuy.com (http://www.cyclebuy.com): 2 $50 coupons good towards the purchase of any item on their site.
Synergy Seals (http://www.synergyseals.com): 4 new sets of Fork
Seals...ANY size
TheTugger.com (http://www.thetugger.com): Rear Tugger
Shane Watts (http://www.shanewatts.com): Shane Watts DVD's
Dirt-Bike-Gear.com (http://www.dirt-bike-gear.com): 1 regular ballistic fender bag, 1 orange T-shirt with DBG logo, XL and an Orange Shop Apron.
www.proclean1000.com (http://www.proclean1000.com): ProClean 1000 and Engine Ice
Powersport Grafx (http://www.powersportgrafx.com)
LowYoYoStuff (http://myspace.com/lowyoyostuff): 25 New Cd's by various artists
Moonlake Interiors (http://www.finewoodcarvings.net) : 2 Custom Wood Plaques
Tony Mssey Lone Star Calls and Pens: Two one of a kind pens and possibly a call
Steve Morris: ONE of a kind framed poster of Elmer
HotRodVW (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=105563): Fork Bleeder Items
KTM400STEVE (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=195635): Billet ODO guard.
Bryan Henson: ??
Jeff Gaston: One of Art work
Special Thanks to RocketGurl.com (http://www.rocketgurl.com) for creating a sweeet flyer for the event!

[Tatonka]

Also, please check out this Celebration of Life event at Malcolm's.....

http://www.district37ama.org/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=2804&d=1169136641

[ArkansasXC]

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Order your Elmer Symons commemorative Stickers and make donations Here! (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/index.php?page=Elmer). All proceeds goto Elmers family.[/center]

Please check out this Celebration of Life event at Malcolm's.....

http://www.district37ama.org/forums/...4&d=1169136641
as well as these...
http://www.elmee.com
http://www.sundaysocialclub.org/4436/index.html


Elmer Symons Benefit Ride.. (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/showthread.php?t=473)
Sponsors list: Growing Daily!
RiderDown.org (http://www.RiderDown.org): Support, funds exchange to the family, T-Shirts, Hats, wristbands.
Red River Motorcycle Trails (http://www.redrivermotorcycletrails.com): They will donate 1/2 of every entry fee from people attending this ride, also 3 full days use of the pavilion free of charge.
Kawasaki Sportscenter (http://www.kawasakisportscenter.com)
Infinity Machine and Design (http://www.infinitymachineanddesign.com): A set of Subtanks and some of their new fork cartridge jam nut wrenches
for raffle and EVERYONE that attends the event will receive a voucher good for $60 off of a set of SubTanks..
www.cyclebuy.com (http://www.cyclebuy.com): 2 $50 coupons good towards the purchase of any item on their site.
Synergy Seals (http://www.synergyseals.com): 4 new sets of Fork
Seals...ANY size
TheTugger.com (http://www.thetugger.com): Rear Tugger
Shane Watts (http://www.shanewatts.com): Shane Watts DVD's
Dirt-Bike-Gear.com (http://www.dirt-bike-gear.com): 1 regular ballistic fender bag, 1 orange T-shirt with DBG logo, XL and an Orange Shop Apron.
www.proclean1000.com (http://www.proclean1000.com): ProClean 1000 and Engine Ice
Powersport Grafx (http://www.powersportgrafx.com)
LowYoYoStuff (http://myspace.com/lowyoyostuff): 25 New Cd's by various artists
Moonlake Interiors (http://www.finewoodcarvings.net) : 2 Custom Wood Plaques
Tony Mssey Lone Star Calls and Pens: Two one of a kind pens and possibly a call
Steve Morris: ONE of a kind framed poster of Elmer
HotRodVW (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=105563): Fork Bleeder Items
KTM400STEVE (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=195635): Billet ODO guard.
Bryan Henson: ??
Jeff Gaston: One of Art work
Special Thanks to RocketGurl.com (http://www.rocketgurl.com) for creating a sweeet flyer for the event!

[ArkansasXC]

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Order your Elmer Symons commemorative Stickers and make donations Here! (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/index.php?page=Elmer). All proceeds goto Elmers family.

Please check out this Celebration of Life event at Malcolm's.....

http://www.district37ama.org/forums/...4&d=1169136641
as well as these...
http://www.elmee.com
http://www.sundaysocialclub.org/4436/index.html


Elmer Symons Benefit Ride.. (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/showthread.php?t=473)
Sponsors list: Growing Daily!
RiderDown.org (http://www.RiderDown.org): Support, funds exchange to the family, T-Shirts, Hats, wristbands.
Red River Motorcycle Trails (http://www.redrivermotorcycletrails.com): They will donate 1/2 of every entry fee from people attending this ride, also 3 full days use of the pavilion free of charge.
Kawasaki Sportscenter (http://www.kawasakisportscenter.com)
Infinity Machine and Design (http://www.infinitymachineanddesign.com): A set of Subtanks and some of their new fork cartridge jam nut wrenches
for raffle and EVERYONE that attends the event will receive a voucher good for $60 off of a set of SubTanks..
www.cyclebuy.com (http://www.cyclebuy.com): 2 $50 coupons good towards the purchase of any item on their site.
Synergy Seals (http://www.synergyseals.com): 4 new sets of Fork
Seals...ANY size
TheTugger.com (http://www.thetugger.com): Rear Tugger
Shane Watts (http://www.shanewatts.com): Shane Watts DVD's
Dirt-Bike-Gear.com (http://www.dirt-bike-gear.com): 1 regular ballistic fender bag, 1 orange T-shirt with DBG logo, XL and an Orange Shop Apron.
www.proclean1000.com (http://www.proclean1000.com): ProClean 1000 and Engine Ice
Powersport Grafx (http://www.powersportgrafx.com)
LowYoYoStuff (http://myspace.com/lowyoyostuff): 25 New Cd's by various artists
Moonlake Interiors (http://www.finewoodcarvings.net) : 2 Custom Wood Plaques
Tony Mssey Lone Star Calls and Pens: Two one of a kind pens and possibly a call
Steve Morris: ONE of a kind framed poster of Elmer
HotRodVW (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=105563): Fork Bleeder Items
KTM400STEVE (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=195635): Billet ODO guard.
Bryan Henson: ??
Jeff Gaston: One of Art work
Special Thanks to RocketGurl.com (http://www.rocketgurl.com) for creating a sweeet flyer for the event!

[Tatonka]

Great shots Chris! Man, he looks so young in a couple of those pics.

!=!

[Wysong]

Between the great pictures of Elmer and all the great things that have been said by so many that new Elmer, he must have been a great guy. I never had a chance to meet Elmer even though our paths had crossed recently at both the Vegas to Reno Race and Last Man Standing. I wish I could have got to know him.

I am currently on the mend from knee surgery so I will not be able to make the Elmer Symons Benefit Ride, but the Symons family has been and will continue to be in my heart and prayers.

David

[TwinTurbos]

Everything I have heard about Elmer has been so positive. My thoughts and prayers go out to his friends and family. I think the benefit ride is a great idea. I'm sure there is no better way to honor him.

Amy

[50ccMoM]

My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Elmer's family and many, many friends. After reading numerous articles about Elmer. It is apparent that he touched the lives of many, and was an inspiration to all.


God speed Elmer.


-A

[ArkansasXC]

Bruce...I got the package today!! Those are NICE shirts and hats and a LOAD of wristbands. I really like the wristbands and have been wearing one since Elmers Seminar! Thank you for the contributions! I tried to give you a call, no answer, I didnt leave a message.

He WAS pretty young in some of those shots. Most of those pics came from the internet.


Order your Elmer Symons commemorative Stickers and make donations Here! (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/index.php?page=Elmer). All proceeds goto Elmers family.

Please check out this Celebration of Life event at Malcolm's.....

http://www.district37ama.org/forums/...4&d=1169136641
as well as these...
http://www.elmee.com
http://www.sundaysocialclub.org/4436/index.html


Elmer Symons Benefit Ride.. (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/showthread.php?t=473)
Sponsors list: Growing Daily!
RiderDown.org (http://www.RiderDown.org): Support, funds exchange to the family, T-Shirts, Hats, wristbands.
Red River Motorcycle Trails (http://www.redrivermotorcycletrails.com): They will donate 1/2 of every entry fee from people attending this ride, also 3 full days use of the pavilion free of charge.
Kawasaki Sportscenter (http://www.kawasakisportscenter.com)
Infinity Machine and Design (http://www.infinitymachineanddesign.com): A set of Subtanks and some of their new fork cartridge jam nut wrenches
for raffle and EVERYONE that attends the event will receive a voucher good for $60 off of a set of SubTanks..
www.cyclebuy.com (http://www.cyclebuy.com): 2 $50 coupons good towards the purchase of any item on their site.
Synergy Seals (http://www.synergyseals.com): 4 new sets of Fork
Seals...ANY size
TheTugger.com (http://www.thetugger.com): Rear Tugger
Shane Watts (http://www.shanewatts.com): Shane Watts DVD's
Dirt-Bike-Gear.com (http://www.dirt-bike-gear.com): 1 regular ballistic fender bag, 1 orange T-shirt with DBG logo, XL and an Orange Shop Apron.
www.proclean1000.com (http://www.proclean1000.com): ProClean 1000 and Engine Ice
Powersport Grafx (http://www.powersportgrafx.com)
LowYoYoStuff (http://myspace.com/lowyoyostuff): 25 New Cd's by various artists
Moonlake Interiors (http://www.finewoodcarvings.net) : 2 Custom Wood Plaques
Tony Mssey Lone Star Calls and Pens: Two one of a kind pens and possibly a call
Steve Morris: ONE of a kind framed poster of Elmer
HotRodVW (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=105563): Fork Bleeder Items
KTM400STEVE (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=195635): Billet ODO guard.
Bryan Henson: ??
Jeff Gaston: One of Art work
Special Thanks to RocketGurl.com (http://www.rocketgurl.com) for creating a sweeet flyer for the event!

[Riding the Metro]

Our prayers and thoughts are with Elmer and family. I wish we could have met. You were a gentleman and true competitor from what I've read.
God speed and may your tires always find the perfect line in heaven.
Art

[Hemibee]

Chris,

I want to make an additional offer for the pen I will donate. I will also donate a pen to be built from a design by the winner. This will truely produce a one of a kind pen that is customized for the winner. There will be a few guidelines I will discuss with the winner and let them decide the route this pen will take.

Some basic guidelines would be it has to be from normal stock. Pens made from rattlesnake, python, cobra, other skins, antlers, horn, ivory or rare woods will have a material cost fee and would be subject to availability from my suppliers.


Tony

[Tatonka]

Tony - thanks for stepping up (again!) and donating to this great cause. Your stuff is incredible & since I never seem to win anything during these raffles I just might have to order something!

!=!

[ArkansasXC]

Tony, you are really stepping up in many departments to help make this event happen. I cant say how much I appreciate it, enough. The community has really put in a great effort for this event. Thank you for furthering your donations. You had already gone far above and beyond...

I will be busy most of the day today trying to take care of some of the many many other things that I have to do before the trip down from Arkansas. I will try my hardest to get more pictures up this evening. Anyone know of some server space that I could mass upload about 100 pics too? The one at a time gig at KTMtalk is going to take a while.


Order your Elmer Symons commemorative Stickers and make donations Here! (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/index.php?page=Elmer). All proceeds goto Elmers family.

Please check out this Celebration of Life event at Malcolm's.....

http://www.district37ama.org/forums/...4&d=1169136641
as well as these...
http://www.elmee.com
http://www.sundaysocialclub.org/4436/index.html


Elmer Symons Benefit Ride.. (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/showthread.php?t=473)
Sponsors list: Growing Daily!
RiderDown.org (http://www.RiderDown.org): Support, funds exchange to the family, T-Shirts, Hats, wristbands.
Red River Motorcycle Trails (http://www.redrivermotorcycletrails.com): They will donate 1/2 of every entry fee from people attending this ride, also 3 full days use of the pavilion free of charge.
Kawasaki Sportscenter (http://www.kawasakisportscenter.com)
Infinity Machine and Design (http://www.infinitymachineanddesign.com): A set of Subtanks and some of their new fork cartridge jam nut wrenches
for raffle and EVERYONE that attends the event will receive a voucher good for $60 off of a set of SubTanks..
www.cyclebuy.com (http://www.cyclebuy.com): 2 $50 coupons good towards the purchase of any item on their site.
Synergy Seals (http://www.synergyseals.com): 4 new sets of Fork
Seals...ANY size
TheTugger.com (http://www.thetugger.com): Rear Tugger
Shane Watts (http://www.shanewatts.com): Shane Watts DVD's
Dirt-Bike-Gear.com (http://www.dirt-bike-gear.com): 1 regular ballistic fender bag, 1 orange T-shirt with DBG logo, XL and an Orange Shop Apron.
www.proclean1000.com (http://www.proclean1000.com): ProClean 1000 and Engine Ice
Powersport Grafx (http://www.powersportgrafx.com)
LowYoYoStuff (http://myspace.com/lowyoyostuff): 25 New Cd's by various artists
Moonlake Interiors (http://www.finewoodcarvings.net) : 2 Custom Wood Plaques
Tony Mssey Lone Star Calls and Pens: Two one of a kind pens and possibly a call
Steve Morris: ONE of a kind framed poster of Elmer
HotRodVW (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=105563): Fork Bleeder Items
KTM400STEVE (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=195635): Billet ODO guard.
Bryan Henson: ??
Jeff Gaston: One of Art work
Special Thanks to RocketGurl.com (http://www.rocketgurl.com) for creating a sweeet flyer for the event!

[char393]

How much total space are you looking for? I've got some room on my pbase site you can use.

[ArkansasXC]

I have 150mb of pics but I was thinking, if I post them to server space, I will have to create a webpage and then a URL for each individual pic. have to have the URL to point the site to the pic. I appreciate the offer but I wasnt thinking clearly. :cheers:

We added another sponsor: KTM400STEVE is donating a Billet ODO Guard! Thanks Steve!

Order your Elmer Symons commemorative Stickers and make donations Here! (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/index.php?page=Elmer). All proceeds goto Elmers family.

Please check out this Celebration of Life event at Malcolm's.....

http://www.district37ama.org/forums/...4&d=1169136641
as well as these...
http://www.elmee.com
http://www.sundaysocialclub.org/4436/index.html


Elmer Symons Benefit Ride.. (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/showthread.php?t=473)
Sponsors list: Growing Daily!
RiderDown.org (http://www.RiderDown.org): Support, funds exchange to the family, T-Shirts, Hats, wristbands.
Red River Motorcycle Trails (http://www.redrivermotorcycletrails.com): They will donate 1/2 of every entry fee from people attending this ride, also 3 full days use of the pavilion free of charge.
Kawasaki Sportscenter (http://www.kawasakisportscenter.com)
Infinity Machine and Design (http://www.infinitymachineanddesign.com): A set of Subtanks and some of their new fork cartridge jam nut wrenches
for raffle and EVERYONE that attends the event will receive a voucher good for $60 off of a set of SubTanks..
www.cyclebuy.com (http://www.cyclebuy.com): 2 $50 coupons good towards the purchase of any item on their site.
Synergy Seals (http://www.synergyseals.com): 4 new sets of Fork
Seals...ANY size
TheTugger.com (http://www.thetugger.com): Rear Tugger
Shane Watts (http://www.shanewatts.com): Shane Watts DVD's
Dirt-Bike-Gear.com (http://www.dirt-bike-gear.com): 1 regular ballistic fender bag, 1 orange T-shirt with DBG logo, XL and an Orange Shop Apron.
www.proclean1000.com (http://www.proclean1000.com): ProClean 1000 and Engine Ice
Powersport Grafx (http://www.powersportgrafx.com)
LowYoYoStuff (http://myspace.com/lowyoyostuff): 25 New Cd's by various artists
Moonlake Interiors (http://www.finewoodcarvings.net) : 2 Custom Wood Plaques
Tony Mssey Lone Star Calls and Pens: Two one of a kind pens and possibly a call
Steve Morris: ONE of a kind framed poster of Elmer
HotRodVW (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=105563): Fork Bleeder Items
KTM400STEVE (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=195635): Billet ODO guard.
Bryan Henson: ??
Jeff Gaston: One of Art work
Special Thanks to RocketGurl.com (http://www.rocketgurl.com) for creating a sweeet flyer for the event!

[ArkansasXC]

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Order your Elmer Symons commemorative Stickers and make donations Here! (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/index.php?page=Elmer). All proceeds goto Elmers family.

Please check out this Celebration of Life event at Malcolm's.....

http://www.district37ama.org/forums/...4&d=1169136641
as well as these...
http://www.elmee.com
http://www.sundaysocialclub.org/4436/index.html


Elmer Symons Benefit Ride.. (http://www.riderdown.org/forum/showthread.php?t=473)
Sponsors list: Growing Daily!
RiderDown.org (http://www.RiderDown.org): Support, funds exchange to the family, T-Shirts, Hats, wristbands.
Red River Motorcycle Trails (http://www.redrivermotorcycletrails.com): They will donate 1/2 of every entry fee from people attending this ride, also 3 full days use of the pavilion free of charge.
Kawasaki Sportscenter (http://www.kawasakisportscenter.com)
Infinity Machine and Design (http://www.infinitymachineanddesign.com): A set of Subtanks and some of their new fork cartridge jam nut wrenches
for raffle and EVERYONE that attends the event will receive a voucher good for $60 off of a set of SubTanks..
www.cyclebuy.com (http://www.cyclebuy.com): 2 $50 coupons good towards the purchase of any item on their site.
Synergy Seals (http://www.synergyseals.com): 4 new sets of Fork
Seals...ANY size
TheTugger.com (http://www.thetugger.com): Rear Tugger
Shane Watts (http://www.shanewatts.com): Shane Watts DVD's
Dirt-Bike-Gear.com (http://www.dirt-bike-gear.com): 1 regular ballistic fender bag, 1 orange T-shirt with DBG logo, XL and an Orange Shop Apron.
www.proclean1000.com (http://www.proclean1000.com): ProClean 1000 and Engine Ice
Powersport Grafx (http://www.powersportgrafx.com)
LowYoYoStuff (http://myspace.com/lowyoyostuff): 25 New Cd's by various artists
Moonlake Interiors (http://www.finewoodcarvings.net) : 2 Custom Wood Plaques
Tony Mssey Lone Star Calls and Pens: Two one of a kind pens and possibly a call
Steve Morris: ONE of a kind framed poster of Elmer
HotRodVW (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=105563): Fork Bleeder Items
KTM400STEVE (http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=195635): Billet ODO guard.
Bryan Henson: ??
Jeff Gaston: One of Art work
Special Thanks to RocketGurl.com (http://www.rocketgurl.com) for creating a sweeet flyer for the event!

[Tatonka]

Here's to a successful weekend guys! :cheers:

Ride safe & of course "keep it on one wheel".............

[imaybail]

I've gotten a few more pictures of Elmer from the Nomads Motorcycle club in Portugal. Carlos Azevedo and all the Nomads helped all the Americans in preparations and logistics. Those guys are rabid rally fans, and were great fans of Elmer too. Check the home page at www.sundaysocialclub.org
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New photos of other team members James Embro, Chris Jones, and Steve LaRoza in the Photo Album page too.

Thanks for everybody's support and assistance in this difficult time.
I'll be seeing Philip (Elmer's brother) sometime this week. He is coming to town to sort out Elmer's personal effects. I'll keep you'all posted.

Best Regards,
Ben

[Tatonka]

Thanks Ben, it's really been great to see people from all over the world come together like this. It is definitely a testament to Elmer's impact on people.

I'm anxious to here more reports from this last weekend's Texas ride.

!=!

[Hemibee]

Thanks Ben, it's really been great to see people from all over the world come together like this. It is definitely a testament to Elmer's impact on people.

I'm anxious to here more reports from this last weekend's Texas ride.

!=!

For a little info from the Texas ride, check out this ride report, Two Wheeled Texans (http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15229)

We had a blast riding and just visiting with the others that were able to attend. I also would like to say !=! to all that donated items for the raffle and all the other items we had available...............chili, cookies, chili, hot chocolate, chili, brauts, chili, Texas Table Wine (Ice Tea), chili, nachos, chili, keg of suds, chili, chips and some really good.......(bet you thought I was going to say chili again) folks to spend the weekend with. Oh and by the way we also had a big pot of chili available for all that wanted some. Also can't leave out the folks at RRMT, they provided the pravillion and donated half the entry fee back to the benefit.

:Powerslide: I must also say that Chris !-! did one bang up job on getting it all to come together. :awesome:

Tony

[char393]

Wow! Thank you so much for the link and the pics. Sounds like a great advice. I really wanted to make that ride, but we had previous plans to meet up with some friends to ride elsewhere. Looks like a GREAT time!

[Tatonka]

C'mon ArkansasXC - we need more!

[Hemibee]

C'mon ArkansasXC - we need more!

I think he is racing this weekend at Gilmer or he is at least at the race looking to get some additional auction items for the benefit.

[Tatonka]

Hemibee - yeah I know he's at the race just couldn't resist pushin' it! :wink:

[Gatlin5]

Awesome job guys!

[ArkansasXC]

Whoa....Im bad bad bad.....We had a total of 54 people sign in for the event. That gave us a total donation of $285 from Rebecca at RRMT, we raised right around $1400 for the raffle and Steve Henson made a donation of $1000 bringing our total to right around $2700 for the benefit, I may be off slightly. I think Bruce has the exact numbers. Not a bad sum at all but as you all know we are still working on raising more funds through donations and Ebay auctions consisting of Various Pro Riders Autographed gear. As of right now we have OFFICIAL Rider Jerseys from Mike Lafferty, Steve Leivan, Charlie Mullins, Jason Raines and an OFFICIAL set of Riding pants signed by Randy Hawkins. None of these items are replicas. They are all the riders own gear autographed by them. Updates will be posted when the items hit Ebay. I am also waiting on a Jersey from Cole Kirkpatrick and Guy Cooper. A few others are also in the works.

I think everyone had a great time at the Benefit ride. I know I certainly did. Saturday was a bit chaotic out on the trails as the groups were rather large. I will correct that situation sooner if it ever arises again. It was nice to meet those that I hadnt met before and to see all of my friends again.

Thanks to everyone that sponsored the event, those that came out to support the event and everyone that helped in making the event possibl;e through volunteering your time to assist me.

I will have my full ride report finished soon and will add a link to it here.

[char393]

Wow Arkansas...sounds like you had a GREAT turnout! How very cool to be able to meet up with old friends and new and remember such a great guy. No doubt Elmer was looking down and smiling.

[ArkansasXC]

Char we did have a great turnout. As I expected, everyone that I met there was a great person. I hope everyone had as much fun as I did. There were a few times when I looked up, saw someone and for just a split second, I thought it was Elmer. JGas and Bryan Henson said they experienced the same thing on several occassions as well. All in all, I think it went very well and look forward to riding with everyone again in the future as well as continuing to meet more great folks!