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Welcome to my passion folks! Most of my life's adventures and misadventures are defined by motorcycles so jump on! It's a good ride ...
HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY EVERYBODY - Remember the warriors...
Know that you are loved...appreciated. Thank you for your dedication and sacrifice. Thank you very much.
From my family, my company and all my friends...a sincere "Thank You".
Happy Memorial Day Weekend to all my family and friends.
Ride safe out there...
Motorcycle Marc
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ENTER INTO SUMMER RIDIN' AND ROCKIN'...
There is nothing like good music and a good bike ride to get your mind ready for summertime.
Go Ahead! Rock on!
Hello Blog Friends,
Many of you know that I love rock & roll. Musicians have always been counted amongst my best of friends over the years and music, all kinds of music, is a big part of my family's lifestyle. Nice to see that I have many musicians subscribing to my blog. Welcome to my ride.
One of our son's bands, Fusse. Ryan drums like a pro
and we try not to miss too many of his performances.
Fusse Band rockin' at Epicenter, San Diego
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Add good music to a good ride and life is just simply amazing. Thank God himself for letting me both ride and rock.
Ride safe out there,
MotorcycleMarc
Pluckin' my Ibanez with the Wrong Lake Raiders Band - Circa 1981
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MAJOR MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT - Now what? Coverage for your long term care needs?
Few activities match the excitement and freedom of riding a motorcycle...
...but major accidents do happen to some unlucky riders.
As we riders all know and understand, riding a motorcycle comes with risk. Major road accidents do happen and when they do, who will take care of you and your long term care?
How will you pay for the expensive daily-related care and living assistance you may require?
Answer: Long-Term Care Insurance. Also known as LTCI.
Think about it biker friends.
What is long term care?
Whether it's due to a motorcycle accident or a serious illness, this is the type of care you may need if you are not able to perform the basic activities of daily living such as: bathing, dressing, using the toilet, walking from one location to another, feeding yourself, or if you suffered severe cognitive impairment from a condition such as Alzheimer's disease.
Long term care insurance is not just for the elderly.
- 40% of people currently receiving long term care are working-age adults 18 to 64 years old.
- About 70% of individuals over age 65 will require some type of long term care services during their lifetime.
Long-term care is expensive. LTCI can save a down-biker from going broke.
Does my Medical/Health Insurance pay for long term care?
Answer: NO! It does not.
- Medical insurance and Medicare are designed to pay for specific care for acute conditions — not for long term help with daily living.
- Medicaid only helps with long term care expenses after you have depleted virtually all of your assets.( aka: You must be practically broke).
Only long-term care insurance can cover those costs and allow you to maintain as much of your assets as possible.
Buy LTCI that is flexible.
A policy that will pay benefits in nursing homes or in your home.
Home health care options are available. You do not need to be in a nursing home to get long term care. This allows you to use your insurance policy benefit to pay for an aide to come to your home, so you can remain in your residence as long as possible. For an extra premium, some plans allow you to pay a family member or friend to take care of you.
Buy LTCI when you are young. It's much cheaper and you're likely to "qualify".
People often buy long term care insurance at an early age, because the younger you are, the more affordable the rates. In fact, 63% of the people who buy group LTC insurance are under age 55.
Plus, you are more likely to qualify for the insurance. Note that 25% of people who apply for LTCI are denied insurance due to pre-existing conditions.
Buy Health Insurance To Cover Your Medical Bills.
Don't buy too much LTCI. Buy only for a "time period" and save money!
Think about "a long term care event" and the estimated recovery period. How long will you need help with basic daily living? 90 days, 365 days, 2 years? You can get a much more affordable long-term care insurance policy by buying limited terms or one that includes a home health care aide or time at an adult day care.
Buying LTCI is serious business. My team can help you through the maze of information.
A good long-term care insurance policy should cover different types of care, from home to adult day care to nursing homes. Always understand the "triggers" of benefits. Know what is "excluded" and what is "included".
As you all know, I love motorcycles and everything related to motorcycles. I also love the insurance business...so that you don't have to. This blog post is for the knowledge and education of all my online friends. Contact one of my firm's Insurance Consultants if you would like to know specific information about this important insurance protection.
Ride Safe Out There.
Motorcyce Marc
Wearing the CTEK Shirt at Bonneville 2011.
CTEK was a key sponsor of the VTR Team.
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MAY IS MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS MONTH - Please watch out for bikers.
PRESS RELEASE: AMERICAN MOTORCYCLIST ASSOCIATION - April 30, 2012
The AMA urges extra precautions during May
Motorcycle Awareness Month
The AMA is urging all road users to look around, check your mirrors, and consciously watch for motorcycles during Motorcycle Awareness Month in May 2012.
Through legislative and gubernatorial proclamations around the country, May has been declared Motorcycle Awareness Month. The outreach to remind road users to share the road with motorcyclists and make a conscious effort to look for them is an annual effort by the motorcycling community, particularly since in many states few motorcycles were on the road in the winter and early spring months.
The AMA request follows the association's successful "Get Out And Ride!" Month of April, which encouraged motorcyclists everywhere to enjoy the passion and excitement of motorcycling in the dirt and on the street. Each week during AMA Get Out and Ride! Month, the AMA focused on a special motorcycling theme, from riding solo to riding with others to riding for a cause to riding smartly.
"Motorcyclists take to the highways in large numbers every spring, and it's the responsibility of all road users to acknowledge us safely and attentively," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "This is why many states and local governments officially promote motorcycle awareness during the month of May.
"Unfortunately, many road users are not always mindful of those with whom they share the road, and an annual reminder is helpful for them to recognize the flow of motorcycles in traffic, and make an extra efforts to watch for motorcycles," Dingman said.
"One of the leading causes of motorcycle crashes is the fact that drivers don't see motorcycles," he said. "Simply put, drivers tell themselves to watch for cars, trucks, buses and pedestrians, but they don't tell always themselves to watch for motorcycles. We want to change that."
Drivers can avoid crashes with motorcyclists by taking extra care to watch for motorcyclists, especially at intersections, respecting the motorcyclists' space on the road and by not following too closely.
"If all drivers would make a conscious effort to look twice before turning left across the oncoming lane of traffic at an intersection, crashes could be prevented and lives would be saved," Dingman said.
For motorcyclists, the AMA strongly encourages the use of personal protective equipment -- including gloves, sturdy footwear and a properly fitted motorcycle helmet certified by its manufacturer to meet the U.S. Department of Transportation standard -- as part of a comprehensive motorcycle safety program to help reduce injuries and fatalities in the event of a motorcycle crash.
Please go to the AMA Website for more information. They do an excellent job looking out for us motorcycle fans and I am proud to say that I have been a Charter Life Member for over 25 years.
Join The AMA today.
Motorcycle Marc
Ride Safe Out There...and remember, always scan your surroundings while riding looking out for that distracted cager. Fact is, you need to see them first as they don't always see you on your bike.
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RIDING IN THE WIND - THERE'S RISK. Safety & protection matters.
No matter how cool or tough you are, riding without a helmet could cost you your life.
Like many of you riders out there, I've pretty much done it all on a motorcycle over my 40+ years of riding. Luckily, I've still got all my limbs and faculties still intact. But, there were a few close and scary moments. Thank God himself and thanks to the manufacturers of quality riding gear for keeping my brain in my head and for keeping road rash away from hitting bone. You know I care about bikers so let's discuss motorcycle riding safety and the type of protection you should at least consider for yourself and your loved ones.
Why is motorcycle safety gear so important?
Road rash...OUCH, accompanied by some big French swear words, I muttered as I skidded across a gravel road for about 30 feet. That really hurt I said to myself as I picked myself off the dirt looking at my torn jeans and leather jacket. Luckily, the ground was soft (not pavement) and I was wearing a helmet. Embarrased, but alive. Living and learning the hard way has been one of my hallmarks. Thank goodness for luck.
Simple things like wearing proper riding leathers, a helmet and practicing emergency riding maneuvers can save your life. You would not drive a car these days without a seat belt, so why even consider riding a motorcycle without the proper safety equipment. Tough leather boots, goggles, heavy leather gloves, leather jackets and and pants/chaps ---all with armored strengthening will go a long way to making any crash situation more "enjoyable".
It is really important to keep yourself protected at all times while on a motorcycle
--- just in case you go down.
Why do riders need medical insurance?
Hospital Bills Are Usually Very Ugly.
As someone who rides a 2-3-wheeled vehicle at high speeds, having quality medical/health insurance should be one of your top priority investments. Medical bills from one motorcycle accident (or other cause) can wreck your financial life faster than you can shift from first to second gear. You need health insurance because you cannot predict what your medical bills will be. The purpose of this insurance is to help you pay for care from medical facilities. It protects you financially in the event of an unexpected serious injury.
Get Medical Insurance online here.
Why do motorcyclists need Life Insurance?
Simple Reason - To protect the lifestyles of your loved ones should you go down and not get up. Life Insurance pays cash, usually tax-free, to beneficiaries that can be used for any purpose. Typically, proceeds from life insurance policies provide:
Income to spouses and children
Pays off mortgages and other loans
Can pay for college educations
Protects savings and other assets
Pays for funeral expenses
Can pay for whatever expenses your survivors can think of.
Click here to learn more about life insurance for bikers.
Accidents do happen. Make sure to protect yourself & your family's future.
Hitting a deer at any speed is gonna hurt if not not darn-right kill you.
I love motorcycling and I know most of you that subscribe to this blog love the freedom of the road that the sport brings to all of us. Enjoy the experience offered by this great hobby. Just make sure you make time to plan for the potential accidents that can come with the territory.
Ride Safe Out There,
Motorcycle Marc
Bonneville Salt Flats - Bub's Speed Week 2011
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NEW BONNEVILLE MUSEUM on the way...
New Speed Lovers Museum on plan for development in Wendover.
This is good news for all of us speedsters and lovers of the Bonneville Salt Flats Experience.
Mayor Mike Crawford, Bonneville Fan John House, and the City of Wendover are championing this project big time.
Phase One Is Done.
The Property has been Acquired, Road access approved by the Utah Department of Transportation and, the Access Road with Curb and Gutter construction is under way.
Phase Two Is On!
It's time to get the word out and start raising some cash and donations.
Anything and everything will help. Web Design, Web Hosting, Architecture design, Advertising, Fund Raising...you name it, the Museum Team can likely use it.
Please contact Mayor Mike or John to see how you can get involved. The Team can really use some hands on help. More info available on their Museum Facebook page. See Cyril Huze's Post at the end of this note too.
Check out the new site plan below. You can help capture this amazing motor history museum by helping to get it off the ground. No amount too big or too small.
New plot of land under consideration in Wendover.
Contact:
Mr. John House
Museum Development Team
Wendover, UT
Cell: 309-241-4715
Email: jag1046@hotmail.com
Let's get this party started by telling everyone you know about this project. Thank you.
Ride Safe Out There,
MotorcycleMarc
MotorcycleMarc at Bonneville Speed Week 2011 - see you in August 2012.
Check out the good article on this project from Cyril.
BONNEVILLE SALT FLATS MUSEUM - Cyril Huze Post
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OLD GUYS RULE - Riding into your 70s...don't just dream about it.
“Men do not quit playing because they grow old, they grow old because they quit playing.” - Oliver Wendell Holmes
Motorcycle riders, Larry Murray and Paul Rodden, show off their good fortune of being able to ride into their 70s in this 20-minute mini-documentary.
Click on the link below to view this inspirational motorcycle video. A story of riding into your 70s --- excellent.
Two Old Guys Rule The Off-Road. Inspirational.
Thanks to the good folks at Dairyland Cycle for bringing this documentary to my attention. Dairyland Cycle - Good Motorcycle Insurance.
Motorcycle Marc
Ride Safe Out There.
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SPRING TIME TIP: Time to ride that motorcycle...insured.
Hello Biker Friends,
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Just another money-saving tip from your Biker Buddy,
MotorcycleMarc
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500+ MPH ON LAND. OMG!
What does one do with 50,000 hp?
Bonneville speedster, Valerie Thompson, is about to find out. Hang on!
Click here to see this speed demon in action. 
Fox News Wire - Thompson selected to go supersonic fast. See the article.
Just in...New North American Eagle posters. To order - go to Valerie's website at ValerieThompsonRacing.com
Ride safe out there folks.
MotorcycleMarc
Check out this exhaust pipe. WOW!
P.S. Go to Landspeed.com for more information on this amazing machine.
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