Thanks KDX220rm!

[Jamir]

I just wanted to let everyone know what a great guy we have in the KC Riders group. Anyone that has rode with Rick knows that aside from his almost comical obsession with keeping his bike clean, he is one of the nicest, and most helpful guys around. We went for a ride on Thursday with my wife and some other KC guys. He rode with my wife, who is a beginner and made sure that she was okay nearly the whole time. Then, after getting a flat, he offered to help change the tube. Now this is great since I hate anything that involves removing a tire from a rim. Not only did Rick drive 45 minutes to come and help me, he stopped and picked up the tube because the chump shop in my area was out. So, I just want to say thanks Rick. I am sure that this thread will soon be filled with stories of how Rick has helped someone, somewhere. That is why he is the one of the "Good Guys".

:D

 

[KDX220rm]

Thanks Thunder33,

Its great having you as a very good friend and the rest of the KC riders. We are very fortunate to have such a great group of guys to go riding with.

I read stories of where guys have sold their bikes because they have no one to ride with.

I have met several DRN members in person and talk to others quite often. I enjoy this place and appreciate what all the members have done for me.

 

[biglou]

Just One of the "Good Guys".

Rick is but one of the incredible folks in this family we have assembled here in KC this year. I don't think I could remember all of the acts of kindness from our many different members.
Here's one that sticks in my mind:
The Finger Lakes ride, I am in between the DRZ and getting the new KTM, I offer to go and be the burger flipper, and buy the burgers as my contribution. Rick picks up the burgers for me, refuses to take any money for them, and then proceeds to give me abou $20 worth of plugs for my upcoming 2-stroke adventure!
And then there was the time he played a pivotal role in getting Travis Pastrana to visit CobraKid...Everyone should have friends like Rick.
This isn't the first time I've said this this weekend, but you guys are my family. (Don't go getting all moist on me now)

 

[Jamir]

I just remembered another good Rick story. We were riding at the Thunder Compound, or 155th street as some call it and there were these two goons that were obviously stoned or just plain idiots. One was on an old trail 70 and the other was on a go-cart that he claimed went 55 mph with the stock 5 hp engine. Anyhow, this kid scraped his leg pretty bad when he hit a tree. Thank God he was not going 55 mph! Rick busted out the first aid kit and took care of this punk before he even started riding. What a guy.

 

[KDX220rm]

Thanks BigLou,

Yeah, I had a pivotal role in getting Travis P. to come visit Cobrakid while in the hospital, but don't forget, I had help from _Solo_, Nikki, Oldguy, Okie, and Thump. _Solo_ and I wrote letters to Travis, Nikki put me in contact with Oldguy who hand delivered the letters to Travis and his mom which iced the cake. Nikki told me if Oldguy wasn't successful, that she would personally see that Travis got the letters. Way to go, what a team effort.

Okie, Thump, and Mully helped me in guided support and with their suggestions, had a raffle during DirtWeek that raised Cobrakid around $820 to help with his medical expenses. I hope Cobrakid thanked everyone for the money.

Thunder33 is correct, I think I spend more time helping others than actual riding time. Very seriously, people say I need to attach a big RED CROSS on the back of my jersey and carry a paramedics bag on my bike. LOL. :)

 

[Layton]

Should we ask Holeshot what they think of him?;)

Sorry KDX220rm! Just having some fun with you.:) I had just read your post about Holeshot and then I read this. I couldn't resist. :)

It doesn't surprise me about what happened over there. :debil:

 

[KDX220rm]

Layton,

I already know what Holeshot thinks of me. He personally thanked me for making him lost a valuable customer. I think he was more valuable with the shipping charges they would of stuck him with.

Also got a note from their webmaster saying he was sorry this envolved. I told him there were better KTM sites on other websites. :p

 

[biglou]

You're starting to sound like a real troublemaker, Rick!:debil: