Choppercabras 7th annual Halloween ride
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rev106 at 09.3.08 - 6:45 pm
That's right bitches......
Choppercabras 7th Annual Halloween Ride!!
Where: Atomic Cycles 17322 Saticoy st. Van Nuys, CA 91406 (818) 609-0113
When: Sunday, October 26th, Noon Sharp!
Choppercabras 7th annual Halloween ride is a bicycle event unparalleled in all of Los Angeles, perhaps all the globe! Bicycles bashed, blood spilled, hot dogs eaten (this time tacos perhaps) , 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 tacos?
What you will need:
You ready to have fun
A bicycle in good working order
Mexican pop culture attire (i.e. Mexican wrestling mask, sombrero etc.)
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.
Events:
Mini Bike Figure 8 race:
Sponsored by the SFVISBF, there will be hoard of mini bikes going in a figure 8 for 15 furious laps. If you want to do this event, you’ll have to provide your own mini bike, sorry they just cost too much to have a mess of free ones, just watch the sights and hear the sounds of lawnmower engines cutting the eight! We expect around 15-20 mini bikes for this one; it should be a sight to see!!! This is a SFVISBF mini moto 1-point bonus event.
The Hands of Armageddon Race of Doom!:
That was a mouthful. The return of the Spools of Doom tm. The spools go one way and the little midget bikes go the other for two races on the same course! The action is wild and there are bikes and limbs a flying as each group tries to get around one another for the checkered flag. Bikes are provided for this event.
The Ben-Hurt Chariot Race:
Six chariots will do the oval of car tires for 15 laps of wheel bending action. Expect lots of capsized chariots, skinned knees, and smiles. Choppercabras are the original Ben-Hurt chariot races; don’t be fooled by imitators, or biters from Portland. Bikes and chariots will be provided for this event.
The Bicycle Bull-Fight!:
A new event. A bicycle that looks somewhat like a bull, a guy wearing a cardboard matador’s hat with a red cape. This event is done elimination style. If the bull tags the matador, he’s out. If the matador gets one of his three spears in the bull, the bull is out. We’ll do some rotations so people can take turns beating the crap out of each other. Fun! Bring some plastic roses!
The Demolition Derby:
We save the best for last, the mainstay of all Choppercabras events, the bicycle Demolition Derby! Twelve bikes with metal rams welded to the front of them, pit the participants resolve and pain thresholds at this last man standing event has no rules. The goal is to destroy the other rider’s bikes, their endurance, their ability to walk, their souls, to win; you must break them (insert phony Russian accent here). Ram, kick, and thrash your way to victory. The winner gets a trophy, perhaps some impressive scars. This event is violent in the extreme, you will get hurt, watch from a safe distance.
*Special bikes will be provided for all the 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 Tacos?
The BB-Q:
Back to base for some tacos and conversation, now time to relax. Food is 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’ve had a lot of problems with “camera entitlement”. You’ll need to get permission from me in advance if you have a photo or film project and want to document the event. Also, I’ll want copies of whatever you film/photograph. YOU MUST BE THERE EARLY! If you show up late or rub me the wrong way I’ll rip your camera out of your hands and smash it right in front of you. Don’t fuck with me on this one, you’ve been warned. I don’t need you.
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.
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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dude! this year sounds fantastic!
TORO!
mmaceda09.3.08 - 10:37 pm
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Once a year, like clockwork.
rev10609.4.08 - 7:22 am
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hell ya i can finally roll up on my burro! oldschool son. :p
Manny@RBB09.4.08 - 9:13 am
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Paul, can I dj this? I have a huge selection of punk rock, horrorpunk, goth, hardcore, metal, rockabilly, psychobilly, oldies, polka, 80's and can match up each event to matching songs!
speedybrian200009.4.08 - 9:27 am
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Yes you can. But you must not fail. I don't let people help me because humanity is the template for failure. I have 0 expectations from others and I'm seldom let down. My events work because I don't rely on others, it's a time honored formula that works well. But I'd be willing to give it a shot.
If you can be solid in word and deed, then that would be great! Otherwise I'll do the music.
let me know (818) 881-6669 and leave me your phone # if I don't pick up.
Paul.
rev10609.4.08 - 9:46 am
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Alright .............. DJ SPEEDY B IN THA HOUSE..........
Freeekeone09.4.08 - 10:34 am
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These rides are always a gas!!!
User109.4.08 - 10:39 am
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Brian, I have some specific music that I'll need for the bull fight, you'll have to get some bull fight music. That's your first homework assingment.
rev10609.5.08 - 7:38 am
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Who's organizing a ride again from the NoHo Redline to this event?
speedybrian200009.15.08 - 12:17 pm
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I'm bulking up for this one!
User109.15.08 - 12:32 pm
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Holy shit. Looks awesome. I heard last year they had a tallbike race. this year too? bring your own?
-Matt
stillline09.15.08 - 12:43 pm
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No tallbikes this time, I like to mixt it up, add something new so each ride is different. You can't say you've been to just one and "seen it all".
Thanks.
rev10609.16.08 - 8:15 am
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Toro! Toro! Toro! just a taste...
rev10610.2.08 - 9:48 am
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There will be a ride from the NoHo Redline to Atomic Cycles, just like last year!
speedybrian200010.2.08 - 10:12 am
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I'm not padding the bull, get your tetnus shots before the ride.
rev10610.10.08 - 8:41 am
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Just be worried what diseases your little bull will contract from me.
Toro! Toro!
Joe Borfo10.10.08 - 9:33 am
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I'm riding it for the ride unless it gets destroyed, which may happen. Everyone will get a chance to be the bull.
rev10610.19.08 - 7:31 am
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paul, how much cash do you typically have on you at your shop?
spiraldemon10.21.08 - 9:46 pm
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"paul, how much cash do you typically have on you at your shop?"
Why? The last two guys that tried to rob me with a knife didn't fair too well. Best come and shoot me in the face.
I don't know...enough some 1's 5's & 10's I don't have a set amount in my drawer I just fill each slot with what I think is enough dough to get me through the day....
Why do you ask?
rev10610.24.08 - 7:46 am
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Hey Tallcans, what do say we leave just a few minutes earlier, like maybe 11?
This event actually starts on time!
mr rollers10.24.08 - 8:57 am
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Don't sweat it Mister Rollers the ride to the ride will be on time, it doesn't take more than half an hour or so to get there at Party Pace
dibs again on that Bull
tallcans4tallbikes10.24.08 - 11:00 am
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OK . . . no sweat, Alex.
Just a slight case of train fever, maybe.
mr rollers10.24.08 - 11:10 am
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yo alex thanx for letting me know aobut this ride...sounds right up my alley!!! desruction... destruction d fucking struction...
CAN YOU SMELL IT???
pretti*ugli10.24.08 - 12:18 pm
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Destruction....and tacos!!!!
rev10610.24.08 - 9:01 pm
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so what's with the switch from hot dogs to tacos? (not that i'm complaining, just curious.) and since when have you abused the exclamation point???!!!!!!!!!!!??!?!?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
azn invazn10.25.08 - 12:42 am
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cant wait. went to last years... hope this one is just as rad if not better.
Jazzy Phat Nastee10.25.08 - 6:15 am
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well it's mexican themed this time. So we have tacos and we have hot dogs just in case. I like to change this up a bit so you always get something new at a Choppercabras event.
rev10610.25.08 - 10:25 am
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Lets get this party started...
rev10610.26.08 - 7:01 am
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Anyone want to meet up early there? Im starting the music at 11:00am!
speedybrian200010.26.08 - 9:08 am
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damn i woke up beyond sick from riding in the cold all last night. from hollywood to the westside to downtown la. have fun guys.
funanu10.26.08 - 10:40 am
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FUCK I have to miss this too. I'm having the worst nosebleed of my life right now. Both nostrils like a sink.
imachynna10.26.08 - 10:46 am
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for reals! i have a sore throat, headache and stuffy nose. shit sucks. sorry borfo.
funanu10.26.08 - 10:47 am
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DAMN! I missed this too. I came home this morning to get a freak bike, and to nap for a few hours, well, I turned off my alarm when I woke up so stiff I could barely move, and just woke up a few minutes ago, at 4:30 in the afternoon...
This is the first choppercabras I have missed since I've been in california, and it makes me sad.
FuzzBeast10.26.08 - 4:50 pm
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FAIL FUNANU!
That is no excuse to get out of wearing a diaper!
THIS WAS AN AWESOME EVENT.
Thanks Senior de la Varella for bringing it yet again.
Goddamn it was Hott today!
Joe Borfo10.26.08 - 5:47 pm
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hothothothothohothothot
that was wicked fun today. congrats tallcans on the trophy, borfo for wearing a diaper and looking sexy, and everyone who made it worthwhile to bear the heat!
totally worth getting up for
Candy Cane10.26.08 - 6:22 pm
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Good times . . . thanks to Paul for putting it on.
Thanks to Borfo for letting me stoke the tandem after my tire exploded.
mr rollers10.26.08 - 6:27 pm
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Great event ! Thanks Paul for the sweaty bloody fun. I am the weener!
frumble10.26.08 - 6:44 pm
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Thanks ya'lls! Hellaciously wicked bicy-tainment.
@candycane
don't you mean beer the heat! Yeah!
Ratpick10.26.08 - 6:52 pm
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fuck school man! fuck it! it makes me miss all the really super fun cool shit. man fucking bullshit.
la duderina10.26.08 - 6:56 pm
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That was fucking rad.
Thanks Sonny for rolling back to the subway with me.
toweliesbong10.26.08 - 7:15 pm
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But more importantly thanks for dinner Tomatoes!!! Happy birthday, too!!!
toweliesbong10.26.08 - 7:16 pm
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Thanks to Brian for providing the soundtrack to our hijinks. Nathan from Nathan's Tattoo for the food. Borfo for being man enough to wear diapers. And everyone else for showing up.
Paul
Choppercabras
rev10610.26.08 - 10:16 pm
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WOW, WORTH EVERY MINUTE SITTING AT ATOMIC CYCLES FROM, 1:30 AM TILL THE END (4:30 PM), PICS AND VIDS POSTED @
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1066942108&ref=name
eddieboyinla10.27.08 - 5:58 am
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Such a great time! Paul you SO ROCK for putting this together, the games were awesome! Especially the chariot race. No wait, the armageddeon spools of doom, no wait, bull fighting with the invincible Tallcans bull, no...they were all awesome!
kryxtanicole10.27.08 - 8:18 am
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yup, great day! just want to thanks all the guys that rode from the red line to the event! that was fun.
PAUL you ROCK!!!!
Adrian_The_BEAST10.27.08 - 9:46 am
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PAUL IS A LIVING LEGEND IN THE LORE OF DESTROYING SHIT THAT NEEDS TO BE DESTROYED!!!!
tallcans4tallbikes10.27.08 - 10:43 am
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CHOPPERCABRAS FOREVER IS HELL'S CHURCH!!! PRAY FOR THE RAIN OF BLOOD TO STOP BUT IT WON'T THE RIDAZZ WILL JUST DROWN IN IT!!! THE REST JUST GET THEIR BONES CRUSHED INTO POWDER TO FEED THE SPOOL OF DOOM'S APPETITE FOR LITTLE KID BIKES THAT GOT ABUSED INTO A LIFE OF SLAVERY!!!
tallcans4tallbikes10.27.08 - 11:15 am
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FUCK YEAH!!! THAT'S WHAT I'M TALKING ABOUT!!!
Joe Borfo10.27.08 - 11:18 am
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Paul my neck is still sore form that headlock you laid on me. Sorry I socked yer pecker that was a cheap shot
tallcans4tallbikes10.28.08 - 12:07 pm
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Yeah, When you say "UNcle!" that's it. PLayground rules still rule my world.
I feel fine however.
rev10610.30.08 - 8:44 am
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Ridazz Roulette!
Cant wait for this! Its gonna be too much fun!!!!