The first GRUDGE FEST of the season (4/26/08)!

What an amazing day! The weather was truly Spring like, mid-to-high 80's with a slight breeze! It was gorgeous and that kinda weather brings great track conditions! It was the first Grudge Fest of the year and it was packed, they said there were over 200 cars in attendance and approx. 10 bikes! The down side to that many cars is the bikes sit for long periods between runs. Gotta take the good with the bad!

We had a GREAT night! We pulled some amazing numbers out of the bike! Babe, don't doubt your ability, I DON'T and NEVER have! You did GREAT! It seems like everytime we get her out there she just continues to shine more & more! Its no secret that Busa's were created with the drag strip in mind, but they outdid themselves this time! This bike continues to impress us each time we go out!

Here are the stats:

9.51 @ 150.4 mph (w/ a 1.61 60' time)
9.37 @ 151.3 mph (w/ a 1.59 60' time) Now that's what we are looking for, we knew she had in her!
They say its not a solid run (especially if its a great number until you back it up, well...) our next pass did just that!
9.36 @ 150.6 mph (w/ a 1.57 60' time) WOOHOO! Simply amazing!
9.49 @ 144.7 mph (w/ a 1.60 60' time)
9.53 @ 149.0 mph (w/ a 1.59 60' time)

Simply a PHENOMENAL evening of racing!

I'll keep y'all posted on the next time we're out! Until then...keep both wheels on the ground (at least for awhile) and BEE safe!

BB

Family Reunion - Redding 4/19/08

What a GREAT weekend! We had the opportunity last weekend to go up to Redding and ride/race with family/friends. One of our great friends came down from Colorado, a few others came up from Modesto and we made the trip from Sacramento to go play in Redding! Once upon a time we used to all ride/race almost every weekend. Life takes a funny turn every now and then, people move and start new beginnings. Then without notice those that are so important to you come back front and center! We are so excited to be able to rekindle those friendships!

Redding Drag Strip: It was our first time to their track, and it was great; very well prepared and the people were friendly! We'll definitely be making a trip back up there! A few people that have raced Sacramento Raceway and Redding Drag Strip said we should expect to lose a tenth off our times. Fortuntely, we didn't lose anything! We maintained our mph (150mph) and obtained an ET of 9.49, keeping in mind we ran a 9.47 at Sacramento.

We also managed to beat "THE KING" on his turf and fair-n-square! We're not being arrogant or cocky! Joe is a phenominal rider as is Joey! Joey has always admired Joe's ability and attitude towards racing! One of the best things about racing someone who runs a little better #'s then you is they push you, push you to perform better! This was no exception! Joe and Joey got up there, paired up with the intention of simply having some fun! It was a GREAT race, from launch to finish! Joey got Joe out of the hole then Joe out sixty footed Joey, but Joey pulled around him at the top end! Joey's ET 9.49 to Joe's 9.51, it really was a sight to see!

The following day we all got up, went to breakfast (like old times) and then proceeded into the rest of the day by enjoying great company and great riding! We have huge respect & big love for the England family! Thank you for letting us stay with you and have such a fun/wonderful weekend! We can't wait to do it again!

Funny Car Fever | April 12th 2008

What a wonderful weekend! The weather was beautiful, not too hot and definitely not too windy! It started off early and ended late, but we wouldn't have it any other way! There were many race day participants and tons of fans, which is very cool to see!

We have a full bike field (16 bikes) representing NorCal Dragbike Association. We also had two alternates (Joey and sorry I can't remember his name)! Fortunately and unfortunately, Joey & ? didn't get to compete but they did get to make time-only runs all day!



It was a super fun day! There were lots of people there enjoying the day! Lots of very fast cars, fast bikes and great people!







We are super proud of Mona Christiansen! She took out all but one dragbike, taking her all the way to the finals! You rock, girl! We are so happy to see you do so well, although we are disappointed in the finish (which had nothing to do with you). Keep smiling, you did great all day long!



Overall, it was a great day! Hopefully the final events of the day won't be an issue next event! Til next time...keep both wheels on the ground (at least for awhile) and BEE safe!

BB

Some additional photos!

I'm super proud of you babe!

Back with AMAZING results!

What a wonderful night!

It has been a long time coming… and I am SO happy to have been a part of last night!

A few years ago, a very important person to me lost something, something that at one time he was very passionate about. For those of you who know us, you know he is where my passion started. It devastated me to see him lose it… but I am elated to share with you that he FOUND it again! I’m speaking of the passion of DRAG RACING!

Joey recently purchased a brand new 2008 Suzuki Hayabusa and she’s a BEAUTY! She is a beautiful mix of black and charcoal. The color specs for the bike say its black black/gray, but it’s definitely not gray it’s a gorgeous deep tone of charcoal. When designing the new 08’ they seemed to have left nothing out. Joey took me for a ride not too long ago and it feels so good. It pulls hard and feels smooth through every gear. Equipped with a 1340 cc motor, 12.5:1 compression, 3 factory power settings (similar to the GSXR-1000) and a factory shift light to boot, Suzuki created a BEAST! When compared to the ZX-14, Cycle World Magazine reported “No word in the early press materials as to what kind of electronic hocus-pocus (if any) will be used to keep the new ’Busa from becoming a human fly-swatter at the dragstrip, but certainly the ZX-14’s production-record 9.78-second pass is in danger”. They were nothing less then accurate! This baby is BEAUTY and the BEAST all wrapped together in one killer package!



With nothing more then an aftermarket pipe, Joey’s first pass was a 9.80 @ 147 mph against a stretched ZX-14 who ran a 9.81. Quickly followed up by a 9.72 pass. His worst pass of the night (if you could call it that) was a 9.90 with MPH throughout the evening consistently between 147 - 150. After obtaining a strap from Alicia Karstens of GoMoto (www.gomotoriders.com), his best and final pass of the night was a 9.47 @ 150.9 mph. It was a BEAUTIFUL pass from launch to the ¼ mile mark. We got him in a fairly sticky patch at the line, he launched her good and she went straight as an arrow. Almost as if that was exactly what she had been waiting for. You could see her pulling hard the entire way, which is pretty impressive considering you typically don’t see that type of performance.



Keep in mind he hasn’t raced in a about a year-n-half and every rider questions if they remember “how to do this”. Without any more questions needed, he absolutely proved that this is in his blood to-stay. THANK GOD! We both feel VERY confident with the right day (good traction, good track prep, good air, sunny conditions, etc.) that we will see a .30 pass (low or high – that would kick ass for a bone stock Busa).

We are excited to just have fun with her and see what else she can do. I’ll keep you updated on her progress…

Till next time…watch out 14’s – no cryin’ because you bought an inferior machine! ;)

I LOVE YOU JOEY! Thank you for letting me be a part of your first night back!

Keep the rubber side down (at least for awhile) and bee safe!