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Holiday Inn Resort (518) 668-5781
2223 State Route 9, Lake George, NY
12845www.lakegeorgeturf.com
Holiday Inn Resort - Lake George TurfAmericade registration
headquarters!
Within walking distance to Tour Expo, boat cruises & the
center of Lake George Village 106 deluxe rooms 23 spacious
suites
FREE high speed internet Business center Flat, easy, secure
parking near your room Trolley stop
Lets celebrate...
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Inside: Directors Chair
Front Cover: Thousands of motorcycles at Father Jogues Park.
Photographer: Michael FischerPhoto Credits: A. Berdensey, P. Brook,
J. & S. Burrows, L. Cammerotta, S. Caratozzolo, G. Czarnecki,
C. Dayberry, A. Delivron, G. Duprez, M. Fischer, D. Ford /A.
Winrich, R. Horsch, J. Ives, K. Kelly, B. & D. Laford, W.
Menken, A. Nogic, L. ORear, W. Pierce,
D. Pohl, C. Pszenyczniak-Neale, M. Romais, A. Sherry, S.
Silverberg, T. Walkup, G. Winn, K. Yarwick, D. Zanetti
2012 In Review ..........................................
4Adventure Events .................................... 16
Hot Air BallooningSaddle-Up Horseback RidingWhitewater
RaftingZip Line & Ropes Course
Charity Poker Run ...................................... 8Comedy
Shows ........................................ 13Factory Demos
& Displays ....................... 14Fashion Shows
......................................... 33Featured Speakers
................................... 30Field Events
.............................................. 21Food & Fun
3-Course Dinners ........................ 32Boat Cruises
................................ 18Bowling Thunder
........................ 12Breakfast by the Lake .................
28Pig Roast n Hoedown ................ 12Rodeo & BBQ
.............................. 21
Fort Museum & Ghost Tours ................... 30Friday Night
Spectacular ......................... 40MiniTour
................................................... 10Nights of
Lights ........................................ 38Opening Day
Events .................................. 6Scavenger Hunt
......................................... 9Sensational Saturday
............................... 42Stunt Shows
............................................. 20Tour Expo
................................................. 22Winners List
............................................ 44
Best of Show ............................... 45Other Americade
Events:Killington Classic Review .........................
47Rolling Thru America ...............................
46People:Faces of Americade & Quotes ................ 24Lake
George Rotary Drawing Winner ..... 45Features:Accommodations Guide
......................... 34Advertisers
............................................... 49Lake George Area
Map ............................ 37Lodging Tips & Tourist Info
...................... 37Plan Ahead for 2013
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The Americade Times is published annually by:
PO Box 2205 Glens Falls, NY 12801
Infoline: 518-798-7888 Faxline: 518-798-0169Website:
www.americade.com E-mail: [email protected] Founders: Media
Manager: Bill & Gini Dutcher Christi Dutcher
Written comments and suggestions are always welcome. Americade,
Inc.
As I write this editorial, Im already looking forward to our 3rd
event (#31 in to-tal) with Head Quarters at Fort William Henry
Resort. Overlooking the south end of Lake George with arguably the
best view of the lake and mountains to the north, its back lawn is
so perfect for gatherings like last-years first-ever Pig Roast, as
well as the other parties, judgings and contests,that well be doing
more there this year !
Thank you to the thousands who returned our on-line
questionnaire. Your info is helping us refine the most organized
and fun rally anywhere even more. The 2013 Fact Sheet brochure will
surprise you with new choices and maybe a big announcement as
well.
I still cant believe that weve hosted 30 cades (the first 3 were
named Aspencade) here in Lake George. Its a cliche, but it seems
like only yesterday when we wondered if a multibrand motorcycle
rally would be popular here. Guess we have the answer now, and our
9 full-time office staff and 200+ volunteers have gotten soo good
and on their game in bringing you the best-ever motorcycle rally,
that I have less to do each year, and last year I even found time
to takea demo ride on an interesting new dual-sport bike. Would you
believe this was only my 2nd Demo ride in 30 years of running
Americade?!
We hope youll enjoy the new format of the Americade Times, and
as usual, we welcome your emailed input about anything:
compliments, criticisms, you name it.
See you in June,
Bill
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2012 In Review
Ameri-week started out strong as thousands of pre-registrants
showed up Monday morning ready to get the party started!
The volunteers at Registration efficiently got folks signed in
and on their way. Some took advantage of an early start on
collecting stamps for the Scavenger Hunt; while others
settled in to their accommodations and got ready to head over to
Americade HQ at Fort William Henry for the evenings Opening Events,
for Pre-Registered Americaders.
The action was non-stop all night long as the 30th Annual
Americade kicked off with more food, more activities, more
entertainment, and more door prizes than ever before!
The Opening Celebration Dinner & Carnival set the tone for a
week of fun, fun, fun!
Bright & early Tuesday morning Americaders were ready to go,
go, go. With over 65 events & activities there was plenty for
everybody to do on the road, off the bike and around the
region.
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2012 In Review
All week long, folks were out & about taking in all the
activities
TourExpo 2 Great Locations MiniTours Guided & Un-guided,
Demo Rides & Displays- 15 manufacturers Boat Cruises- Themed
& Free-style Motorcycle & Other Judging- over 40 categories
Evening Entertainment- Every Night!
Some of the other Must Dos for the week included:
Tuesday: Pig Roast n Hoedown and Bowling Thunder. Wednesday:
Fashion Show and Rodeo & BBQ Thursday: Comedy Show and
Decorative light Parade & Judging. Friday Night Spectacular at
Great Escape---Americades biggest event of the week. Saturday:
Dunlop Parade and Party at the Ranch.
Throughout the week over $60,000 in door prizes were handed
out to lucky Americaders as part of Major & Daily Door
Prizes and
sponsored events & activities.
Check out the following pages to read all the details---learn
more about the prizes won, the places
visited & the sponsors who helped us get there.
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By all accounts---the most fun ever!The afternoon got started
with the Newcomers Meeting--- hosted by Americade Founders Bill
& Gini Dutcher. They and several Volunteers highlighted the
What, When & Where of Ameri-week for the uninitiated. In true
Ameri-cade fashion---the sponsor, J&M, gave away hundreds of
dollars in door prizes to a few lucky newbies.
Folks with tickets to the Opening Celebration Dinner were served
a delicious meal in the elegant White Lion Room. While they dined,
the party was getting started outside.
Open to all Pre-registered Americaders, the Opening Celebration
Carnival provided an evening of hilarious circus acts, delicious
desserts, challenging games, rockin tunes...and yes...MORE door
prizes! All the while enjoy-ing the best view of the lake.
A party is always more fun when the participants are part of the
show. Monday night was no exception. Americad-ers donned safety
gear and gaming outfits to duke it out in a Jousting Arena and/or
on a Sumo Wrestling Ring. Throughout the evening dozens of
competitors enter-tained the crowd with their escapades.
If you were looking to grab a seat and kick back----Bobby Dick
& Suzie Qs Rock n Roll 101 was the ticket. In between sets, the
carnival atmosphere continued as professional jugglers took the
stage and entertained with their slap stick brand of comedy.
With all this action going on...it was a squeeze for the
evenings sponsor, Rider Magazine, to get in a few words from Greg
Drevenstedt and give away a few thousand dollars in spectacular
door prizes---but they managed somehow!
Dont forget the extraordinary cake--- which represented some of
the exciting rides, activities & events hosted by Americade
over the past 30 years!
The cake was so impressive, we couldnt bear to cut into it;
instead party-goers were tempted by a variety of other desserts,
including coffee & tea, as they partied into the evening under
the Big Top Tent overlooking Lake George.
Opening Day Events
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From start to finish ---folks had fun helping
worthy charities this year.
Participants followed directions in search of five stops where
they were met by Americade Staff and had their playing cards
punched. Along the way they visited at the Westmount Nursing Home,
always a lot of fun, and they enjoyed home-made ice cream and took
in some spectacular sights.
BMW, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Indian, Kawsaki, Kymco,
Motor Trike, Roadsmith, Spyder, Star, Thorough-bred, Victory, and
Yamaha donated thousands of $ in great door prizes to all the
participants, AMA contributed special prizes to the top 3 AMA
winners---awards were given at the Friday Night Spectacular at the
Great Escape.
American Cancer SocietyANCAASPCABig Brothers, Big SistersBolton
Rescue SquadCaringBridgeDouble H Glens Falls HospitalGoodwill
Industries of Greater NYHague Vol. Fire & Rescue SquadIACA
World Awareness CenterLG Arts ProjectLG AssociationLG EmergencyLG
High School ScholarshipLG Rotary LG Volunteer Fire DepartmentNorth
Country Public Radio
Charity Poker Runs
North Country Wild CareNorth Queensbury Rescue SquadNorth
Queensbury Vol Fire Dept.Parmenters HospicePolitical
donationPBTFUSPilot Knob Vol. FirefightersProspect Mountain
FoundationQSBY Central Fire DepartmentRide 4 AustismSloan-Kettering
Cancer FoundationStony Creek EMSThurman EMSWarren County Sheriff -
Project Life SaverWarrensburg EMSWarrensburg Fire DeptWGF Emergency
SquadOTHER MISCELLANEOUS CHARITIES
2012 Charity Recipients
Each year 1000s of Americaders participate in the Poker Runs,
Judging & Cash or Motorcycle Drawing. Proceeds from these
events
go primarily to Local & Regional Charities.
Below is a list of just a few weve been proud to help this
year!
AMAWinners
1st: Sue Knoebel Front Royal, VA2nd: Dan KingSudburn, MA
3rd: Jeremy DavisEast Brookfield, MA
Non-AMA Winners
1st: Mollie Martin
Staten Island, NY
2nd: Dan Chase
Ellington, CT
3rd: Marcel Bedard
Aberdeen, MD
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The hunt was on for early arrivals---Riders cruised into 10
communities in search of the specially marked banners and to get
the official playing card stamped.
Stamps from a business in 8 of the 10 communitiesmade each
player eligible to win one of the
dandy prizes from Scala Rider.
Those who went all the way and got at least one stamp from all
10 communities
were eligible for a second chance in the drawing.
Winners were chosen by random drawing at the Friday Night
Spectacular at Great Escape.
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Call 888.321.2516bushtec.com
Scavenger Hunt
2012 Scavenger Hunt Winners:
1st: Russel KaneRock Hill, CT
2nd: James & Linda CatanzaroTobyhanna,PA
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MiniTours...an Americade Specialty!
I proposed to my lady on the Appalachian Gap...she said
YES!George Gall Ontario Canada
I started attending Americade in 06 & go on at least one
tour every year.John Mac DonnoldNew Bedford, MABright & early
every morning, the sound of MiniTours
were a wake-up call to others starting their day. 11 tours---5
Guided & 6 Un-guided tours departed every morning beginning at
8 am. Tours spanned all corners of the Lake George Region, into the
Adirondacks, though the Hudson River Valley, and across
Vermont---covering almost 2,000 miles of open road!
As the name implies, Guided Tours were led by experienced
lead-ers and included CB commentary about the areas being traveled.
Folks learned about the turn-of-the century Adirondack logging
In-dustry; the importance of the stern-wheel canal boat & the
canals themselves; what it took to harness the power of one of the
areas largest man-made lakes; and finallythe evolution of the
quaint bridges of yester-year, to the engineering marvels of today,
includ-ing the brand new arch across Lake Champlain.
Un-guided tours also offered as diverse a selection of roads
& at-tractions, ranging from the twists & turns of four of
VTs legendary mountain passes and the breathtaking rock formations
in, around & under the Adirondacks, the turbulent waters of the
Ottaquechee River, to serene mountain lakes in the Adirondacks, and
to getting off the road to take a boat cruise on a mountain lake or
check out a meticulously hand-crafted 5,000 sq.ft. diorama.
Whether opting for Guided or Un-guided rides---MiniTourers took
pleasure in the camaraderie of sharing a mouth-watering meal with
fellow motorcycle enthusiasts at some of the best eateries in
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MiniTours...an Americade Specialty!
VT Covered Bridges, an excellent country ride.Rob TasmanPark
Ridge, NJ
We do the MiniTours
as a way to see the area & know we are going to
have a great meal.Brad K. Slinkard
Chambersburg, PA
the region. MiniTour menus varied; offering up all kinds of
tasty selections from Beef Stroganoff, to Cuban Style Pork Roast,
to Beer Battered Fish & Chips, to delicious Vegetarian options.
Gone are the days of Chicken: Take-it-or-Leave-it buffets. Of
course every meal included a host of sides, drinks & delectable
desserts.
During the meal, Tourers had the chance to win some pretty cool
prizes contributed by the generous sponsors:
Registration for 2013 MiniTours opens online February 1, 2013!Be
sure to register --- Tours sell out FAST.
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Quite a group rolled out on Tuesday night for 3 hours of
unlimited bowling and a light Italian meal
at Spare Time in Lake George Village.
Several teams formed up to throw Creeper, Curve Ball & Dime
Store deliveries as they competed
for prizes based on skill (or lack thereof).
The folks from ScalaRider awarded generous prizes for Highest
& Lowest score.
Pig Roast n Hoedown
Bowling Thunder
As predicted, Tuesday night at Fort William Henry was a
hit!Folks with a dinner ticket tucked in to roast Suckling Pig,
Smoked Turkey, BBQ Pork Ribs & all the fixins---finishing off
the feast with Baked Cinnamon Apples. Yummmm!
The down home fun didnt stop therethe Big Top Tent was
transformed into a Western Saloonall were welcome to get down with
the gritty southern rock and country sounds of the Steven L. Smith
Band. Lisa & Billy got folks up on the dance
floor, Two-Stepping & Line Dancing the night away.
Based on the hundreds who showed up,the Americade Pig Roast n
Hoedown is
quickly becoming an Americade Must-Do.
With a Great Door Prize from:
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Comedy Shows
Laughter was on tap Wednesday & Thursdayevenings as
headliner Alonzo Bodden, winner of
NBCs Last Comic Standing, and theopening act--- Chris Monty had
the crowd
roaring and the rafters shaking.
Chris warmed up the crowd with his comical expressions and
autobiographical humor---drawn from life, relationships &
opinions on the world.
Alonzo, an avid motorcyclist himself, has become an Americade
regular and the audience
loves him. From the minute Alonzo took the stage his quick wit
had them rolling in the aisles with laughter as he playfully
teased just about every motorcycle group represented in the
crowd.
Yuasa was on hand at the break to offer up some more fun with
some super-charged door prizes for lucky audience members.
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Factory Demos & Displays
What could be more fun than hopping on the newest model of your
favorite bike? NOTHING!
Thats why the Factory Demos & Displays at Americade are
SOOOOO popular.
Throughout the week bikes from 13 manufacturers-
BMW, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, Kymco, Motor
Trike, Road Smith,
Spyder, Star, Thoroughbred, Victory & Yamaha were available
at Americade HQ to take for a spin. Hannigan Motorsports, Indian
& Motus
had their newest models on display at TourExpo at the Million
Dollar Beach.
New this year---Shoei offered Helmet Demos at Fort William
Henry. Before jumping on a ma-chine for a test drive, folks stopped
by and got
fitted with the right helmet for them!
While waiting for a turn on the road, the Factory Hospitality
tents were great places to hang out while watching the
marvelous
collection of bikes roll by.
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Motorcycle Riding wasnt the only way to get an adventure fix at
Americade.
Thousands hit the region to enjoy some Off the Road activities
offered to help round out the Adirondack Experience. All week
long
folks took to the skies, trails, trees, and waterways seeking
adventure.
The payoff for getting up before the crack of dawn was the view.
Folks who took
a Hot Air Balloon Ride were treated to fabulous sunrises over
the Green Mountains of Vermont and surrounding countryside. If they
wanted to
sleep in---the sunset rides were just as spectacular!
The Saddle Up gang took to the trails Tuesday - Thursday for
their adventure---meandering up piney paths, thru grassy
meadows and into the surrounding mountainsfor a spectacular view
of Lake George.
For those seeking a faster pace White Water Rafting sent
hundreds
shooting through Class II & III rapids on Wednesday
morning.
For those wanting a bit more thrill---Friday offered a Full Day
experience.
New this year the Zip Line & Ropes Course, Tuesday Friday,
had folks gliding thru the forest on zip lines and climbing among
the leaves via hanging nets & swinging bridges.
Can you meet the Ameri-Challenge and do them all next year?
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Ranch & Tennis Resort
Roaring Brook Ranch & Tennis ResortRte 9N South
1 mile from exit 21 I-872 miles from TourExpoLake George, NY
12845
(518) 668-5767www.roar ingbrookranch.com
Visit us for the complete Vacation Experience Pool Horseback
Riding Tennis Courts On-site Restaurant Special Rate $119/per
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Tuesday featured the Fiesta Cruise--- complete with a delicioso
Mexican Buffet and Salsa Dancing with a Cuban twist. Party Cruisers
got a chance to compete in the How-LOW-Can-U-Go Limbo and to take a
whack at the DOT Approved Helmet Piata---it was a bugger to break!
The evenings host, Eli Whitney, from Tour Master, kept the action
moving with his witty patter and PLENTY of great door prizes.
Wednesday welcomed back the ever popular Mardi Gras Cruise
hosted by Dunlop. The Cajun Feast rolled out and some thought they
were trans-ported to the Louisiana Bayou as the Zydeco Music filled
the air. This fais do do (fay-doe-doe) had revel-ers shouting
Laissez les bon temps rouler all the way to shore---Let the Good
Times Roll!
Party Boats & Pleasure Cruises---themed activities or laid
back relax-ation. Either way thousands of folks had a great time
cruising the serene waters of Lake George.
Each 2-hour cruise set sail from the foot of Lake George and
headed north along hidden coves, open lake & magnificent bays.
Ameri-cruisers took in the splendor of stately turn-of-the-century
homes, the quaint charm of shoreline bungalows with matching
boathouses, and the rustic allure of Adirondack style cabins
dot-ted along the waters edge.
Once again, Themed Cruises were in big demand, with a choice of
three different cruises sailing Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
evenings. Each had a special, themed menu, entertainment & door
prizes.
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Thursday evening cruisers were welcomed aboard the Saint with a
traditional island greeting E komo mai and a festive lei. The Luau
Cruise by Kawasaki featured a show to remember as hip-shakin Hula
Dancers & thrilling fire-breathers took the stage. The
entertainment continued as the dancers encour-aged many of the
attendees to join in. In addition to all the performanc-es, dancing
and the fabulous Hawai-ian Buffetfolks received wonderful door
prizes.For those looking for less action, we offered seven
Free-Style dinner cruises where the main attraction was Lake George
itself! Ships set sail with a fabulous buffet ready to dish out.
Folks grabbed their food and found a place to sit---whether inside
or on deck to catch a breeze---the view was spectacular!
The scenery was gorgeous and if youre a history buff, a Scenic
Cruise
is perfect as you learn about the entire area in a short time;
and get to enjoy a wonderful meal!
John Cunningham.- Oyster Bay, NY
Glad we picked the Mardi Gras Cruise with the Full Package this
year. Great food, rockin band, and LOTS of laughs. Thanks for doing
it again, Americade!James Le Mare - Fredericksburg, ON
Who could ask for anything more? Hanging out with the crew
while
cruising the lake, taking in the view & having some
delicious food.
Honda gives AWESOME door prizes!Gloria Curtis - Asheville,
NC
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2 Time World Trials Champion--- Tommi Ahvala, from Helsinki
Finland, WOWd the Fort William Henry crowd
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday.
Eager for an amazing show, folks gathered around the arena early
each
evening. Anticipation mounted as Tommis special trailer unfolded
like a
giant transformer to reveal several levels of ramps, ledges
& obstacles on which he planned to perform his astounding
tricks.
Tommi rode up vertical walls, jumped huge gaps, and performed
180 degree
helicopters & bunny hops. A few daring spectators showed
incredible trust in Tommis skill as they allowed him to make them
part of the show.
Tommi pulled off FULL SPEED stoppies---between their legs!
As always---Tommi left the crowd wanting more. It was a good
thing
he performed for three nights!
*See page 43 for Saturdays Stunt Show
Stunt Shows
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Rodeo & BBQ
Field Events
Slow Race Winners 1st: Ed Nevin - Downsville, NY2nd: Bill Mosher
- Binghampton, NY3rd: Russ Thorne - Greenwood Lake, NYGolf Ball
Balance Winners 1st: Stephen Henry - Bradford, ON Richard DeJong -
Caledon, ON2nd: Luc Denommee - Hawkesbury, ON Josh Bala - Argyle,
NY
Ready, Set---SLOW!The Thursday afternoon contests tested the
skill and agility of dozens of motorcyclists as they participated
in the Slow Ride and Golf Ball Balance at Fort William Henry.
As the name would suggest---the Slow Ride winner was the last
across the line. It took some skill to maneuver this course without
putting down a toe. In the Golf Ball Balance riders took on a
partner --- who hung off the back of the motorcycle while carefully
balancing golf balls atop traffic cones as the driver traveled a
straight line to the finish.
LEATHER OUTLETS was on hand to congratulate the winners with
great door prizes and trophies!
The Wednesday tradition at Painted Pony is always a crowd
pleaser. It was a short ride from Lake George where hundreds of
cow-pokes
& their gals showed up ready to put on the feed bag with a
dee-licious Texas BBQ including smoked pork & bbq chicken with
all the fixins & dessert to boot.
When the chow-wagon closed up, the crowd moseyed over to the
corrals covered stadium seating to watch Bull Ridin, Bronc Bustin
& Steer Ropin by profes-sional cowboys & cowgirls competing
on a pro-circuit for points & a big $ purse.
The boys from Cycle Solutions were on hand to award 100s of
dollars in great door prizes.
The night didnt come to a close until the cows came home.
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TourExpo....one stop shopping for all your motorcycle needs.
Once you picked out your new ride during one of the many Factory
Demos, it was time to get geared up at TourExpo at the Million
Dollar Beach and The Lake George Forum were the places to go.
Getting between the two venues was a comfortable & relaxing
experience in the air conditioned TourExpo Shuttle Bus that ran
every five minutes.
Eager shoppers found everything theyve been craving; and some
even bought a few things they needed. There were over 250 vendors
to choose from.
For folks who caught the Fashion Shows at FWH the night
before---they were able to find the leathers, jackets, Ts, footwear
& accessories they loved on stage at the sponsors booths --- if
that wasnt enough---there were dozens more vendors with great deals
to choose from.
When it came to pimping out your ride, or highlighting whats
already cool---
TourExpo at the Beach & The Forum
We attended the Tour Expo every day and found everything we were
looking for. The busses
were much appreciated. We always made it on the next bus without
waiting!
Donna Allen-PhillipsWest Jefferson, NC
Spent a lot but budgeted for it! Like a kid in a candy
store!!
Scott SilverbergBarrie, Canada
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TourExpo at the Beach & The Forum
Pin Striping, Engraving, Chrome, Lighting, Suspension, Tires,
and Exhaust vendors were available with the latest and greatest
products to install on site.
Putting together a package to talk with your riding buddy while
on the road, call home, or listen to great tunes was easy. With
several Helmet and Communication vendors to choose from the options
were endless. Many drove away ready to rock and talk!
When shoppers needed a break from all the eye candy or to get
off their feet there were plenty of food vendors available to give
a boost of energy and a seat to refuel for a few more hours of
shopping.
With all these goods & services in one place---there was no
need to go anywhere else!
Just a reminder---if you saw something you liked at TourExpo
this year and didnt get a chance to pick it up---check out
www.americade.com for a listing of all the vendors you saw this
year. There may be somebody special who needs a stocking stuffer or
something bigger under the tree!
Excellent set-up. Worked well. Both locations were
excellent.
If someone couldnt find what they were looking for, it probably
doesnt exist.
Peter AgliettiJackson, NJ
TourExpo is the main reason we attend Americade...the
majority
of our time is spent there. Gerald & Wendy Doiron
Levant, ME
Amazing! Awesome!I was sure I was in
Motorcycle HeavenMaxime Le MayQuebec, Canada
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Americade is a well organized week long ride, packed full of
things to see and do.
We will be back. Judy Hockenbrocht-Willow Street, PA
Great Event, Good times! Patti Oleksak-Westfield, MA
Americade is tops for quality & attention to detail! Tours
are spectacular!
Al Laese-OH
Each year Americade gets better and better.
Phil Tomaszewski-Upton, MA
Americade is agreat experience for the young, old
& everyone in between! Marg Jordan
Ontario
Rain or shine, theres always fun to be had & new friends to
make!
Jamie-NH
It was worth the ride! So many things to see & do!
Dave Hornell-Kentville, Nova ScotiaSo much to do, we come
back every year to do what we missed the year before.
Ray & Gloria-Oxford, MA
Great time, nice people, great places to eat.
Mary Ann Williams-Jane Lew WVAlways an outstanding
event, causing me to come back the next year!! Steve
Johnson-Scituate, MA
Ill be at Americade as long as Im able! Don Nickels- PA
One great rally. Non-stop fun all week. Doug Z- CT
Americade:
an awesome week of riding. Jim McCauley-New Providence, PA
The place where you meet fantastic people, make good friends,
& have a great time!
Don Alward-Scranton PA
A great introduction to
motorcycle touring.
Doug Foreman-RI
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Theres no party like an Americade party. Alfonso
DennisMilwaukee, WI
Absolute enjoyment year after year; Americade never
disappoints.
Susan Leon-Thompson, Quebec
This was our first time..well definitely be back next year!!
Bonnie Koons-PA
30 years strong!I hope to be at
the 50th Annual Americade!
Liz- NJ
Americade was a rolling riot of laughs, great scenery and way
too much to pack into just one week.
Lori Cammerota-Bolton, Ont
Cant wait to do it again next year. I am already counting the
days.
Sue Boland-Easton, PA
BEST TOUR EVENT FOR ALL RIDERS IN THE USA! DJ Smith- Avon,
IN
Each year Americade gets better and better.
Bill Allison-Erie, PA
You dont attend Americade. You participate in it!
Ted Gradolf-GA Beautiful touring rides,
motorcycle shoppers dream at TourExpo, Fireworks close the week
with a bang!
Cliff- Canton, MA
Our first Americade, our friends didnt exaggerate. Well be back
again, thanks for a great event!
The McGills-Richmond, VA
Amazing Adventure! Ginny Witteveen
Peterborough, ONBest organized & friendly rally
that weve been to!! See you next year!! Richard and Natalie
Leveille-Topsham, ME
NOother rally
comes close to
AMERICADE!Robin Tolson-White Plains,
MD
Americade was so much fun. Cant wait for next year.
Elaine Bagley-MA
Faces of Americade & Quotes to Remember
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Check out all our videos at youtube.com/helmethouse. For more
information seeyour local dealer or visit tourmaster.com. Cortech
and Tour Master are registered trademarks of Helmet House. Helmet
House, Inc. 2012. Always maintain, inspect and wear
protectivemotorcycle riding gear. No gear can offer complete
protection from all situations. Obey all speed and safety laws.
Riding and alcohol or other drugs dont mix.
TRANSITION
EVERYWHERE WEARArmed with the all-season Transition Series 3
jacket, you can take on just about whatever the weather holds in
store.
Serious all-weather three-quar ter-length design Tough
600-denier Carbolex and ballistic polyester shell Phoslite
reflectivepanels and rear triangle increase nighttime visibility
Waterproof and breathable Rainguard barrier Collar anchor snap
securescollar flap when open Waterproof zippered shoulder, chest,
sleeve and rear-exit vents Pipeline Ventilation System
providescooling airflow Durable two-way main zipper closure with
dual wind flaps Soft microfiber-lined collar and cuffs
Adjustablesleeve take-up straps Removable, CE-approved armor at
shoulders and elbows Articulated triple-density back protector
Quiltedzip-out liner with 100-gram Polyfill insulation Two ver
tical zippered chest map pockets Internal media pocket and sleeve
keypocket Dual-zippered fanny pack Adjustable waist belts
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What a way to start the day! Scrambled eggs French Toast Yummy
fruit Loads of pastries Fresh coffee & refreshing juice A view
worth waking up to!
Every morning Americaders got up with the birds and flocked to
the FWH White Lion Room to fuel-up
before heading out on the road for MiniTours, Demo Rides,
Scavenger Hunt & Poker Runs.
It was also a convenient location to grab a bite while waiting
for TourExpo to open and
Judging & Seminars to begin.
Breakfast by the Lake
Breakfast
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Mark your Calendars 9 Americade: June 3-8, 2013
Pre-registration opens on-line February 1, 2013 Save $ with
early registration discounts. Get your choice of popular events.
Your name will be printed in the
2013 Official Program. Register by March 15 and be entered in
the
Early Bird Drawing for a ScalaRider Powerset Make your lodging
reservations now See the TIMES Accommodations Guide
(pgs 34-36) Go on-line to www.americade.com &
select Lodgings & Area Attractions
Other Americade Events (see pgs 46-47) 9 Killington Classic:
August 29-September 1 2013
Registration opens on-line May 15, 2013 Go on-line to
www.killingtonclassic.com
9 Rolling Thru America-Finger Lakes, NY: September 12-15, 2013
Registration opens on-line December 1, 2012
Go on-line to www.rollingthruamerica.com Same great region, All
NEW TOUR!
FREE MSF BRC2 RIDERCOURSES WILL BE OFFERED DURING
AMERICADE 2013Enrollment will available through the NYSMSP
website only.
Check back frequently for course times and availibility.
Plan Ahead for 2013
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Collectively, Fred Rau and Greg Drevenstedt have spent well over
50 years (combined)putting themselves & their machines thru the
paces in pursuit of excellence in the motorcycle industry.
These guys have been where and done what most of us aspire to
do...travel the world in search of the best roads, test some of the
newest motorcycles & latest gear, and best of all---getting to
call this madness work. Both have been in the business of
describing their experiences and helping others get out there and
be the best they can be on 2 wheels.
On Tuesday & Thursday evenings hundreds of attendees
gathered at the Ft William Henry Conference Center to be
entertained by the anecdotes & antics of these fel-las. They
discussed nitty-gritty details of everything from mistakes made
& lessons learned to once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
Throughout the week, dozens of other motorcycle industry experts
met with Americaders, at the Fort William Henry Conference Center,
during Daily Seminars (9a-4pm). Daily Seminars were the place to
discuss and learn about the specifics of all kinds of motorcycle
gear, riding techniques, travel & more. Not to mention---the
air-conditioned building was a great place to spend some time
between Demo Rides, Judging, and other activities at Americade.
FWH is not only the Americade HQ, the historic fort also played
a part in shaping the region and the country. Americaders had the
opportunity to tour the facility with guides in period costumes and
learn how FWH played a part in some of the bloody battles that
created America.
Later in the evening, brave Americaders gathered to meet
denizens of days gone-by. Ghost hunters roamed the streets of Lake
George and explored the nooks & crannies of FWH in search of
native chiefs, brave soldiers, humble housemaids and any other
spirits looking to share their tale.
Ft Museum & Ghost Tours
Featured Speakers & Seminars
Greg Drevenstedt; Rider Magazine
Fred Rau; The Motorcycle Touring Bible
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Cruise in or lose out
MotorcycleShows.com
Javits Center
JANUARY 18-20, 2013
Save On Admission!Use Promo Code: AMERICADE
Javits Center
JANUARY 18-20, 2013
Buy tickets to the worlds largest powersports tour at
NEW YORK motorcycle show
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As one of the many choices in the Full Registration Package,
participating Americaders were treated to a night of fabulous food
at one of our three 3-Course Dinners, hosted by the folks at Tour
Master & Cortech, in the FWH White Lion Rm or one at the FWH
Conference Center---as part of the Red Knight Inter-national
Motorcycle Clubs annual dinner.
After a full day of riding, shopping, and exciting activities---
the gracious setting, spectacular views, wonderful door prizes, and
friends---old & new--- complimented a tasty meal.
After dinner, folks could wander around the grounds, enjoy the
million dollar view & take in the rest of that evenings
activities.
3-Course Dinners
370 Canada St.Lake George, NY 12845
518-668-5478 1-800-727-7090
Marine Village Resort100 Non-Smoking Units and Suites Large
Private Beach Row-Paddle Boats Boat Docks Heated Pool Game
RoomSpacious Grounds Coffee Shop Room Phones Color Cable TV HBO
Come and Enjoy our Restaurant
St. Francis & St. Charles Motels
188 & 195 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Over 20 rooms in two locations!
Our prices change throughout the year Special Events may require
a 2 or 3 night minimum. Prices range from $65.00 to $220.00/night +
tax. To inquire on availability for your vacation or to
make a reservation please call The manager will be more than
happy to assist you.
518-584-2050www.stfrancisstcharlesmotels.com
Suncastle ResortLakefront Townhouses & Vil las
ComplimentaryBBQ HeatedPool SandyBeach FullyFurnishedKitchens
1miletoLakeGeorgeVillage Ratesbeginat$235/night
518-668-20853178 Lake Shore Drive Lake George, NY
[email protected]
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Fashion Shows
Americaders cant get enough of FASHION!
Wednesday & Thursday evenings were hosted by, the always
witty, Fred Rau; as one after another Ameri-models strutteddown the
catwalk in leathers, Ts, jackets & accessories by:
Over ten thou$and $s worth of prizes weregiven away to lucky
members of the audience.
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SAVE THE DATE:
June 3-8Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Saturday
2 3* 4 5 6 7 8Travel Day Pre-Reg Opens*Special Events
TourExpo, MiniTours, Factory DEMO Rides, Evening Events, Stunt
Shows, Scavenger Hunt, Poker Run, Judging, Seminars, Fireworks,
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Lodging Tips
Campground Hotel B&B Cabin Townhouse
If you havent yet reserved accommodations, try these tips:
Check out the Accommodation Guide on the preceding pages. Dont
just call the first few places in the guide; they tend to get
called the most. Call the Chambers of Commerce who advertise here
for recommendations. Many small hotels dont open up their
reservation system until April, so a call then will often have
success and a lower rate. There are many small towns within a 25
minute ride and they tend to have more available space and lower
rates.
General Tourist Information
Chambers of Commerce:Bolton Landing
................518-644-3831Fulton County
.................800-676-3585Granville........................518-642-2815Hague
...........................518-543-6353Lake George
...................800-705-0059Lake Luzerne
..................518-696-3500Schroon Lake
..................888-SCHROONWarrensburg
...................518-623-2161
Other:Warren Cty Tourism ...........800-365-1050Washington Cty
Tourism ......888-203-8622New York State
...............800-CALL-NYS
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Adirondack (AD) ................. 30Albany
................................ 61Bakers Mills (BM)
............... 26Ballston Spa (BS) ............... 35Bolton
Landing (BL) ............ 10Buffalo .............................
311Chestertown (CH) .............. 21Cleverdale (CL)
.................. 19Corinth (CO) ....................... 17Diamond
Point (DP).............. 4 Glens Falls (GF) .................
11Gansevoort (GV) ................ 20Hadley (HD)
....................... 12Hague (HG) ........................
29Indian Lake (IL)................... 43Killington, VT (KV)
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Lake Luzerne (LL) .............. 12Malta (MA)
.......................... 34Montreal ...........................
163New York City .................. 214North Creek (NC)
................ 25North River (NR) .................
30Pottersville (PV) .................. 25Queensbury (QB)
................. 9Rutland, VT (RV) ............... 54Saratoga
Springs (SS)........ 28Schroon Lake (SL).............. 33Silver Bay
(SB) ................... 25S. Glens Falls (SG)............. 12Stony
Creek (SC) ............... 18Ticonderoga (TI) .................
38Warrensburg (WB) ................ 6
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BEACHFWH
Social HQ
Lake George Area Map
Need more information about a place to stay during
Americade?
Go to: www.americade.com Choose Area & Lodgings Navigate to
the Lodging Type
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Nights of LightsWell into the dark of Wednesday evening the
Functional Lighting Contest--a.k.a Battle of the Bulbs,
sponsored by PIAA, commenced. The focus of this competition was
to shed light on the practical side ofillumination. Contestants
were challenged, in two classes-Stock Plus & Open, to bathe the
roadway
with mega-lumens without dazzling oncoming motorists.
Thursday evening was alight with the magic of the Light Parade,
the majestic glow of Mike Hernandezs Hot Air Balloon, and the
Decorative Light Contest. The Motorcycle Merry-Go-Round
of lit bikes encircled the brilliantly colored hot air balloon
as hundreds of spectators enjoyed the display.
Later that night, many of the parade participants were judged in
the Decorative Lighting Contest sponsored by Light Them Up. Two
classes-Standard & Computer, sorted the field to
determine who was the most creative in the use of lighting to
define their ride.
FUNCTIONAL LIGHTINGSTOCK PLUS
1st: Ray Jovin-Rumford, RIOPEN
1st: Joseph Rogers-Nanute, NY
DECORATIVE LIGHTINGSTANDARD
1st: Gary Doverspike-Mayport, PA 2008 Gold Wing
2nd: Kathy Clinton-Nunda, NY2007 Honda Shadow
COMPUTER1st: Robert Crockett-Ft. Wayne, IN
2004 Honda Gold Wing Trike
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Friday Night Spectacu lar by Tour MasterAmericades biggest night
of the week was packed with thrilling rides, a funny water show,
delicious food, a great band, special awards, spectacular
fireworks, and fabulous door prizes inside The Great Escape
amusement park.
Dinner Ticket holders were allowed early access to the park--the
first 1000 motorcycles got to drive right in and park near all the
action! When was the last time you could ride inside an amusement
park?
Before dinner several rides including the Giant Ferris Wheel
& Sasquatch Tower were open for all those wanting to build up
an appetite. The rides kept running until 8 pm so folks could go
back for more. If the rides werent your speed, Groove Therapy
provided entertainment for the big crowd as they got settled for an
evening to remember.
The all-you-could-eat buffet was served between 6:30-7:45, to a
hungry, happy bunch of folks. Abundant Chicken Cordon Bleu, Beef
Tips, Baked Ziti, rice, vegetables & salad were served up hot
& fresh. To round out the meal, folks helped themselves to
yummy desserts & coffee.
The main park gates opened later at 7:30 pm for Americaders who
came in time for Free Dessert & Coffee, Awards, Major Door
Prize Drawings & Fireworks. Along the path to the Party
Pavilion, the crowd was invited to stay and be amazed by the
hilarious Penguin Water Show.
As all the party-goers got themselves settled with desserts,
cof-fee & tea under the pavilion, winners of major events &
con-tests from throughout the week were announced, awards were
presented and Over $20,000 in goodies were awarded!
In addition to the list of Fridays Major Door Prize Winners,
Scavenger Hunt & AMA Poker Run Winners were awarded special
prizes by Scala Rider & AMA, respectively. In a show of EXTREME
generosity, the evening sponsor, Tour Master handed out hundreds of
dollars in additional prizes to all the contest winners announced
that night!
The Awards Ceremony concluded with a BANG as the Tour Master
Fireworks Display (syncd to music) lit up the summer skies &
rattled windows for miles around!
Groove Therapy capped off the evening with more music &
dancing for those who didnt want the party to end!
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Friday Major Door Prizes $10,000.00 U.S. Savings Bond
AmericadeCandy Breen - Rome, NY
Camper Trailer $4782.00 value
Time Out TrailersLori Wilson - Oshawa, ON
Touring Trailer $3995.00 value
BushtecKaryl Yore - Lagrange, IL
Touring Trailer $3995.00 value
BushtecBrenda Callahan - Pembroke, MA
2 Integrated Headsets $1600 valueJ&M Corp
Bruce Goss - Leominster, MA
Full Set of Gear $1,500.00 valueTour Master
Richard Briant - Randolph, NJ
3 Night Getaway Package $985.00 value
Georgian ResortChris Swansey - Averill Park, NY
Set of Tires & Goody Bag $975.00 valueAvon Tyres
Denis Rock - Lowell, MA
Friday Night Spectacu lar by Tour Master
Other Awards:Long Distance
Female SoloMary Lou Nixon
Elmhurst, IL - 910 milesMale Solo
John Mulholland-Fairfield,CA2938 milesCouple
Rueben & Shelly FriesenEdmonton, Ontario-2754 miles
3 WheelerMike & Kimberly TibbettsN. Kingston, RI-236
miles
Longest Distance Indirect Nicholas ODell-Vallejo, CA
2961 miles
Oldest & Youngest Oldest Rider
Leo Chlebnikow-Paramus, NJ96 years young
Oldest coupleRobert & Marilyn Crockett-Ft. Wayne IN
combined age 157 yearsYoungest Rider
William Puswald-Beacon, NY16 years old
Oldest MotorcycleCharlie Portes-Diamond Pt. NY
1976 Honda
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Sensational Saturday
A hearty meal at the convenient Geico Get Up & Go Breakfast,
served up by Tri-County United Way, was the ticket for
Americaders getting ready for another full day. And a full day
it was...as things got going, folks showed their playful side
during the Saturday Parade Costume Judging. This creative bunch
entertained the group as bikes lined up on West Brook Rd for the
legendary Dunlop Parade.
To the delight of spectators lining Beach Rd & Canada St,
the cavalcade took off bedecked in
balloons and streaming tunes from 98.5 WCKM---Americades
Official Radio Station.
Parade JudgingFunniest Outfit
Christa Pszenyczniak-NealFillmore, NY
Shamrock
Most OriginalValerie & Andy Miller
Newport, NHMr. & Mrs. Santa
Best Dressed CoupleDonald & Patty Adams
Shrewsbury, PASoda Jerk & Car Hop
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This year Ameri-paraders rolled into The Wild West Ranch, where
they were greeted
by the Lake George Rotary and treated to a finger lickin bbq of
Chicken Teriyaki,
Marinated Ribs & all the fixins. There was plenty of seating
around the corral or
under cover in the barn, on the porch & in the saloon. Ben
& Jerrys of Lake George was on-hand to treat
folks to something sweet...free ice cream! Throughout the party
the Stony Creek Band
kept folks stompin& swinging with rockin country tunes.
Womens MotoTrials American Champion, Carol Allen and her
brother, David Allen-
New England Trials Association MotoTrials Champion were on hand
to wow the crowd with their
gravity-defying riding stunts. Those interested in trying their
skill were invited to hop on one of these stripped down trials
bikes
and give the balancing act a go.In-between all the food &
fun, we found time to give away over $3000 MORE in great door
prizes from ROADBIKE and other Major Contributors:
As the afternoon at the ranch finished up, folks kept the day
going with more shopping at TourExpo, Demo Rides, Dinners & the
Lake George Rotary
Drawing at FWH (see page 45 for winner).
Major Door Prizes 2 Integrated Headsets ($1,000.00)
J&M CorpJaye Moore - Farmington, MA
5 Night Stay ($860.00)Copperfield Inn
Doug Yerdon - Johnstown, NY
Gift Pack ($400.00)Whitehorse Gear
Diana Simister - Trenton, ON
Front End Kit ($399.00)Race Tech
Alfred Kahn - Princeton, NJ
Gift Certificate ($300.00)Corbin Seats
Kim Herbert - New Durham, NH
Park & Move ($299.00)Legal Speeding
Stephen White - St. Albans, VT
1 Night Getaway for Two ($250.00)Middlebury Inn
Sally Lund - Sudbury, MA
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MOTORCYCLE JUDGING
BEST OF SHOWBen Whittemore-Charlestown, WV
2009 H-D Tri-Glide
CLASSIC BIKES 1975-19871st: Dean Stuckman-Newton, WI
1983 Honda CX650 Turbo2nd: Charlie Portes-Diamond Point, NY
1976 GL 1000 Gold Wing
EXHIBITION CLASS1st: Edith Tasse-Blainville, QC
2010 H-D V Rod2nd: James Chesek-Colonia, NJ
2010 Honda Fury
MOST CREATIVESteve Cartwright-Barnhart, MO
1998 Honda Shadow
BMW1st: Patrick Moon-Fredericksburg, VA
2010 BMW 1200 GS
HARLEY DAVIDSON HD-FL1st: Dave Ingram-New City, NY
2009 HD-FL2nd: Jack Maas-Glenwood, NJ
2002 H-D Road King Classic
HARLEY DAVIDSON HD-FX & XL1st: Jaqueline Riley-Little
Valley, NY
2004 Dyna Low Rider
HONDA SHADOW1st: Diane Bibaud-St. Catherine, QC
2005 Honda Shadow
HONDA GOLDWING1st: Mike Browne-Daytona Beach, FL
2007 GL1800 Gold Wing 2nd: Chuck Adrey-Deerfield Beach, FL
2012 GL 1800 Gold Wing
OPEN 0-950 CC CLASS1st: Oscar Olmeda-Ravena, NY
2009 Honda DN-01
OPEN 951+CC1st: Art Whitney-Lake Luzerne, NY
2009 Yamaha Star VMax
SPORT TOURING1st: Liz Humphrey-New Egypt, NJ
2002 Honda ST-11002nd: Richard Liedtke-Hamilton Sq, NJ
2002 Honda ST-1300
SUZUKI1st: Joseph Paskas-N. Arlington, NJ
2011 Suzuki MI09R2nd: Cam Forbes-Harriston, ON
2008 Boulevard C90
TRIUMPH1st: Fred Johnson-Rhinebeck, NY
2010 Triumph Thunderbird2nd: Steven Miller-Malta, NY
2012 Triumph Thruxon
VICTORY1st: Michelle Knepper-Enterprise, AL
2009 Victory Jackpot2nd: Daniel Bowers-Latham, NY
2009 Victory KingpinYAMAHA
1st: Gerard Boucher-Terrebone, QC2003 Yamaha Road Star
OTHER JUDGING:TRAILER
1st: Robert Binnall-Newton, MA 2002 Goldwing 1800
2nd: Donald Adams-Shrewsbury, PA2009 H-D Ultra
3rd: Kevin Novotny-Brunswick, OH 2001 Goldwing 1800
SIDECARS1st: Donald Zanetti-Marshfield, MA
2003 H-D 883 Sportster2nd: Mike Tibbetts-N. Kingstown, RI
2010 Red October Ural
Can-Am Spyder1st: Randy Shaw-Amsterdam, NY
2008 CanAm Spyder2nd: Lydia Marlar-Massena, NY
2011 Spyder RT
TRIKES1st: Ben Whittemore-
Charlestown, WV2009 H-D Tri Glide
2nd: Rocky Zagari-Flora Park, NY 2003 Gold Wing 1800
Looney License Plates1st: Steve Cartwright-Barnhart, MO
DRMCY2nd: Annette Nogic-Kingston, PA
U4RIA
Stuffed Animals1st: Kevin Novotny-Brunswick, OH
Garfield2nd: Rocky Zagari-Floral Park, NY
Dragons
2012 Early Bird WinnerJim May - Claremont, NH
Scala Rider - Q2 Pro Multisets
ADDITIONAL WINNERSField Event ........................ see page
21Light Judging .................... see page 38Long Distance &
Oldest/Youngest ................... see page 41Major Door
Prizes
Friday ........................... see page 41Saturday
....................... see page 43
Parade Judging ................ see page 42Poker Run
......................... see page 8Rotary Drawing
................. see page 45Scavenger Hunt ................ see
page 9
Winners List
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Best of Show
Every year the LG Rotary holds a charity drawing for those who
purchase a ticket thru registration or at one of their booths
during Ameri-week.
This year, as part of Americades 30th Celebration, a free ticket
was included with Pre-registration.
The lucky winner had a choice between $20,000 in cash A brand
new motorcycle:
Honda Gold Wing or H-D Ultra Glide Classic
Lawrence John Bolling of Philidelphia, PA was the BIGwinner.
What do you think he chose?
9 Front Street, Lake George, NY 12845Tel: 518.668.5437 Fax:
518.668.3917
hallsboat.com
All accommodations are situated in the park-like setting of
Halls Boating Club with panoramic views of Lake Georges southern
basin and within walking distance to the Million Dollar Beach,
great restaurants and Lake George Village.
Lake Front House Rentals
Culminating a week of rigorous motorcycle judging at Ft William
Henry; this 2009 Harley-Davidson Tri-Glide owned by Ben &
Rosemary Whittemore of Charlestown, WV was recognized asBest of
Show in all classes.
The owners were commended for the superb paint job, tasteful
after- market accessories & immaculate detailing of this
machine.
This lovely Trike and winners from several other categories were
on display at the Friday Night Spectacular at The Great Escape for
all to admire.
Lake George Rotary Charity Drawing
Ben & Rosemary have been riding together for over 30 years.
With this win---
2012 has been one of the best!
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There isnt enough time to pack all the great riding,
entertainment & activities into just one Ameri-week. In
response, Americade has rolled out two end-of-summer events
to keep the riding fires going thru the long eastern winter.
Rolling Thru AmericaWeve put together an event for those looking
for a high-end, luxury motorcycling mini-vacation. We take care of
all the planning---the room you sleep in, the food you eat, and the
roads you travel. All you have to do is show up with a smile!
Killington ClassicLookin for a laid back, long Labor Day weekend
of riding and hanging out with friends? Look no further than the
Green Mountains of Vermont. Theres enough going on to fill the
whole weekend, or it can be a fun way to spend the day. Your
call--Your way.
Each year, 100 lucky attendees eagerly anticipate where
Americades tour company---Rolling Thru America
will bring them next.
Weve already visited the Lake Champlain & Green Mountain
regions of Vermont and the seaside ports of mid-coast Maine. For
2012, the new destination was upstate New Yorks Finger Lakes Wine
Region--many say this was the best tour yet.
Attendees came from across the U.S. to the host hotel on the
shores of gorgeous Seneca Lake. Daily tours guided them along roads
designed by (we assume) a touring motorcyclist winding but not
twisty, elevation gains/drops but not steep, and pool-table smooth
pavement.
Attendees loved the wide open rural scenery, with long low
rolling hills ; many, many lake views from above, and many long
lake side roads below; beautiful vine-
yards aplenty, quaint towns, Amish farms and their horse drawn
buggies, and unexpectedly dramatic waterfalls.
Lunch and dinner stops were superb, including meals at a nearly
200 year old mansion, lunch at a beautiful 4 star Inn overlooking
the clean-
est lake in the U.S, and dinner accessed via a water taxi.
This tour sold out within a few weeks, and many said it was the
best tour theyve ever been on.
Dont miss an amazing motorcycling weekend; check
www.rolllingthruamerica.com for news about 2013s all NEW tour!
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The weather was perfect, the mountains beautiful & the bikes
were plentiful.
The weekend began with the Kick Start Din-ner & Mixer
---complete with great food, music & prizes---sponsored by
RoadBike. Truly, the perfect start to a great weekend!
Shoppers were lined up Saturday morning for the opening of
Vendor Village--- bigger and better than ever, vendors featured
leather, accessories, electronics and more--- all in one location.
So many toys; it was like an early Christmas!
Friday nights Grand Parade was led by Vermonts Lieutenant
Governor - Phil Scott and the Rutland Chapter of the Red Knights.
Bikes were two abreast for the 12 mile mountain ride to final
destination --- the Rutland Downtown Block Party where food, music,
dancing & door prizes from American Bagger filled the night for
hundreds of party-goers. The days were filled with cruising some of
the best riding roads in the U.S., made better by many miles of
new, perfectly smooth pavement, courtesy of tropical storm Irene.
Two professionally guided tours with luncheon & door
prizes:
Covered Bridges sponsored by Tour Master--- explored several
historic Covered Bridges and scenic byways of the region. High Gaps
Ride the Green Serpent sponsored by RoadRUNNER ---traveled over 500
turns, twists & switchbacks along the spine of the Green
Mountains.
Two unguided (maps , directions & Door prizes provided)
tours: The Green Mountain Poker Run sponsored by AMA The VT Valley
Run & Scavenger Hunt sponsored by ScalaRider
Saturday & Sunday were days for Judging, Games, Contests
& Stunts... Peoples Choice Bike Judging was a huge hit. The eye
candy was on display with five different Judging categories. The
coveted Best in Show was won by Peg Martin & her Pink Ribbon
Bike. The Slow Race crept along as riders competed for last over
the finish line. Bury the Plunger---a not so serious test of
agility & endurance. The stuntmen from Blox Starz performed six
shows over two days & the crowd was wowed each & every
time. Burnouts, stoppies, wheelies & riding while standing on
the motorcycle were just of few of the tricks performed.
The Full Throttle Party & Fireworks sponsored by American
Iron, was the weekend finale. The Steve Smith Band jammed
---between sets door prizes & awards were given out and the
shirts came off for the Big Belly Wet T-Shirt Contest. The evening
was topped off with an unforgettable fireworks display.
Mark your calendars, Killington Classic 2013 Aug 29th Sept 1st
You Do Not Want To Miss This!
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Photo Contest Thanks Advertisers
SAVE THE DATE:
June 3-8Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Saturday
2 3* 4 5 6 7 8Travel Day Pre-Reg Opens*Special Events
TourExpo, MiniTours, Factory DEMO Rides, Evening Events, Stunt
Shows, Scavenger Hunt, Poker Run, Judging, Seminars, Fireworks,
& much MORE!
Pre-registration on the Americade E-store opens February 1,
2013
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Thanks for sharing the memories!Our 2012 Photo Contest
participants snapped some great scenery, amusing candids, exciting
MiniTours,
fun events, and LOTS of motorcycles!30 winners snapped up nearly
$4,000 ca$h.
See the details for next years Photo Contest in the 2013
Official Americade Program.
Note: If you see your shot in the magazine, and have not been
contacted, please e-mail us with a small copy (72 dpi or less) of
your
shot and include your name, date of shot, and camera brand &
model.
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..........28Holiday Inn Resort ..................... 2Intl.
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...................... 51Lake George RV Park ...............
52Lodges at Cresthaven .............. 17Lodgings at Halls Marina
.........45Marine Village .......................... 32MotoVermont
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