The Good and the Bad, It's a Bumpy Road
August 11, 2008
Take the bad with the good...
First, the bad -- Being on the injured list. As you all know, if you ride enough and like to play hard, sooner or later you are going to end up on the ground. I’m no exception to that rule. Normally (touch wood here) I’m pretty lucky at picking myself up, dusting off, laughing about the dumb move I just tried, and getting back to riding.
A few weeks back, a second or two of brainfade on Dirt Merchant left me laying on the ground with a separated shoulder and couple of cracked ribs. Now, ten days later I still can’t sleep on my back, front or left side, and have trouble breathing deep, sneezing or making any quick movements. I’m on the mend now though… this morning was the first time in close to 2 weeks that I was able to take my pup out for her morning ride. I’ve kept a positive spin on it all, thinking back on all the hours I have been able to ride healthy, you just have to take the bad with the good. I’ll be back… there is a wicked left line step-up calling my name out there.
Also... no matter how bad you think you have it, there is always someone worse off. While I’m licking my wounds there was another fellow in there with 2 broken wrists and a broken collarbone. Man, what I am complaining about! I’m golden compared to his issues.
And the good? Well, there has been LOTS of good over the past month. By now you have probably seen some of the 2009 bikes on line. Norco's 2009 International Distributors and Media Product launch was recently up in Whistler and even as close as I am to the pulse, the bikes look awesome. Keep an eye out for the 2009 website to be launched at the end of August.
With Crankworx starting next week, team riders in town, new bikes to show off in a world class resort like Whistler, again, how great is that. Oh yeah, combine all that cool stuff with the fact that summer might have finally shown up, and it isn’t pouring rain and cold and really I’ve got nothing to complain about! Nothing at all…
So, in this busy world, my small words of wisdom (if I have any at all) would be to take the bad with the good and keep on moving forward. Enjoy every moment you spend on two wheels, as it isn’t till you are sidelined that you realize how great those times are. Ride your bike – every day if you can!
As always, happy trails.
Silver Star VPS-Fest Report
August 07, 2008
This past weekend, Silver Star Mountain in Vernon, BC was the host of Norco’s 2008 Western Canada Rider Appreciation Day – VPS-Fest! More than 200 Norco riders were riding free for the day with a total of 700 riders that came out for the event.
Norco Factory Team riders: Darcy Turenne, Ryan Leech, Jay Hoots and Dylan Korba were all on the hill riding for the day. Lucky attendees were able to catch a run with any of the team riders.
All proud Norco owners were offered free tech support through the day. With more than 10 mechanics present no bike was left un-tuned, and no brake was left un-bled.
Riders of all ages came out for the event. Underneath that helmet there is surely a smile from ear to ear.
Even the Four-legged fans were getting into the spirit of things.
Anyone taking a rest, or waiting for their bike to be fixed was given three separate opportunities to watch Ryan Leech and his world renowned trials demo. Ryan's shows attracted large crowds and produced roars of applause all day.
Ride in Style Winner, Melissa Currie took some time from riding a 2009 Norco Shore 1 to talk to Darcy and Ride Guide about her day. Watch for coverage on VPS Fest and other happenings coming soon.
No VPS Fest is complete without Swag. With more than $5000 in prizing including our Grand Prize of a 2008 Norco One25.
Thanks to everyone who came out and enjoyed what Silver Star and Norco had to offer. This VPS-Fest has gone down as one of the best ever thanks to all the riders, supporters, and enthusiasts who came out!
What Do You Think of 2009?
July 21, 2008
Our dealers have seen them, the media has seen them, and now, finally, it's your turn....
Check out some of the first impressions on our 2009 line of bikes! (reported by professionals who've SEEN AND RIDDEN them rather than groms who spend too much time on bulletin boards)
PINKBIKE.com - Norco Empire 5 - 2009 bikes are rolling out!
BIKERADAR.com (MBUK) - Norco 2009 Product Launch
MTBR.com - First Impressions
WHISTLERMOUNTAINBIKE.com - 2009 Norco Product Launch
NSMB.com - Norco 2009 Launch - The 6" and 5" bikes
More to come....
