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Showing posts with label Throwbacks Thursday. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Throwbacks Thursday. Show all posts
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Throwbacks Thursday Season Closer, 2011 **Live Band**
**LIVE MUSIC by the Living Daylights!**
Throwbacks will be unveiling a new project that's sure to catch your fancy... drop by and see what everyone's buzzing about!
Throwbacks will be unveiling a new project that's sure to catch your fancy... drop by and see what everyone's buzzing about!
Friday, September 16, 2011
Throwbacks Thursday Season Closer, 2011
It's sooner than you think, this year's season closer will be one week earlier than normal:
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Throwback Thursdays: Reviewed
Click the link below to read the article.
A review of Throwbacks Thursday from back in June. Enjoy:
Local Event Report: Throwback Thursdays in Grass Valley
Photo Slideshow of the event:
Throwback Thursdays
The third Thursday of each month, the streets of Grass Valley thump and rumble to the tune of “throwbacks.” No, it’s not the name of a band, but refers to the “pipe music” produced by numerous vintage motorcycles of the bobber, chopper and club racer persuasion. They gather at Paco’s Tacos, 550 Mill Street, literally a stone’s throw off the intersection of Highway 49 and Empire Street/Highway 20 West.
Throwback Thursdays is the creation of Jared Wambaugh, a former US Army Infantry Captain and life long motorcycle rider. Part of his enthusiasm for motorcycles stems from the influence of his father David, owner of Paco’s Tacos and a life long rider and customizer. The Wambaugh’s tastes in motorcycling have tended toward the home-built customs that place function over form and constructed with hand built pieces instead of bolt-ons. When the idea arose of having a “meet” of some kind in the foothills, it was only natural that the bikes would be throwbacks and the place would be Paco’s.
Their July meet brought out about 35 throwbacks, a relatively low turnout owing to the 100 degree heat of the day. But the scoots were true to their billing: lots of hardtails, straight pipes and no-frills builds. A true bare-knuckled display of the metal and fire that motorcycles embody. Even though Harleys and Triumphs do constitute the bulk of the pack, throwbacks are not limited to brand names or countries of origin. Some of the bikes were vintage Japanese, such as a really cool hard tail Yamaha twin, a mildly bobbed early-80’s Kawasaki 4-banger and there was even a raked out chopper powered by an old Honda 750 single cam. Cool stuff.
The parking lot and restaurant make an ideal venue for an event of this size and the strong local “buy in” by the riders I spoke to make it clear that Throwback Thursdays is making a name for itself in the “Northern Mines” area (thanks for the history lesson Dave). Grass Valley may be a bit of a ride for some of you reading this, but stop whining and do it. Do it just once this summer. The ride is beautiful, the bikes are bitchin’ and you can grab some great Mexican food while you’re there.
Be sure to check out the slide show and captions for a better idea of what throwbacks are all about. Big thanks to Jared and Dave for their hospitality and to the Grass Valley locals who were friendly and engaging when talking about their bikes.
Until next time, stay tuned and upright,
Jack
A review of Throwbacks Thursday from back in June. Enjoy:
Local Event Report: Throwback Thursdays in Grass Valley
Photo Slideshow of the event:
Throwback Thursdays
The third Thursday of each month, the streets of Grass Valley thump and rumble to the tune of “throwbacks.” No, it’s not the name of a band, but refers to the “pipe music” produced by numerous vintage motorcycles of the bobber, chopper and club racer persuasion. They gather at Paco’s Tacos, 550 Mill Street, literally a stone’s throw off the intersection of Highway 49 and Empire Street/Highway 20 West.
Throwback Thursdays is the creation of Jared Wambaugh, a former US Army Infantry Captain and life long motorcycle rider. Part of his enthusiasm for motorcycles stems from the influence of his father David, owner of Paco’s Tacos and a life long rider and customizer. The Wambaugh’s tastes in motorcycling have tended toward the home-built customs that place function over form and constructed with hand built pieces instead of bolt-ons. When the idea arose of having a “meet” of some kind in the foothills, it was only natural that the bikes would be throwbacks and the place would be Paco’s.
Their July meet brought out about 35 throwbacks, a relatively low turnout owing to the 100 degree heat of the day. But the scoots were true to their billing: lots of hardtails, straight pipes and no-frills builds. A true bare-knuckled display of the metal and fire that motorcycles embody. Even though Harleys and Triumphs do constitute the bulk of the pack, throwbacks are not limited to brand names or countries of origin. Some of the bikes were vintage Japanese, such as a really cool hard tail Yamaha twin, a mildly bobbed early-80’s Kawasaki 4-banger and there was even a raked out chopper powered by an old Honda 750 single cam. Cool stuff.
The parking lot and restaurant make an ideal venue for an event of this size and the strong local “buy in” by the riders I spoke to make it clear that Throwback Thursdays is making a name for itself in the “Northern Mines” area (thanks for the history lesson Dave). Grass Valley may be a bit of a ride for some of you reading this, but stop whining and do it. Do it just once this summer. The ride is beautiful, the bikes are bitchin’ and you can grab some great Mexican food while you’re there.
Be sure to check out the slide show and captions for a better idea of what throwbacks are all about. Big thanks to Jared and Dave for their hospitality and to the Grass Valley locals who were friendly and engaging when talking about their bikes.
Until next time, stay tuned and upright,
Jack
Friday, June 17, 2011
Throwbacks Thursday June Report
Had a killer turnout of 80+ bikes and riders from all over enjoy an evening of swapping stories and showing class.
Sarah Butcher Photography was present, in support of Throwbacks' friend Karl Lanquist and his most recent bout with heart failure. Still recovering at U.C. Davis Medical Center following his second pacemaker replacement surgery, Karl is a local character whose own skills with a camera and quick wit are well known. S.B. Photo was out selling some of Karl's handiwork in the form of photos of bikes from past Throwbacks events, as well as "Have a Heart" red ribbons, 100% of the proceeds taken as contributions towards Karl's mounting medical bills. Look for S.B. Photo's booth at upcoming events around the Grass Valley area, and show your support for one of Nevada County's purest characters in his time of need.
Here's a smattering of the crappy photos I took, the best way to experience a TT is to see it for yourself!
Read about it in the Union newspaper:
Sarah Butcher Photography was present, in support of Throwbacks' friend Karl Lanquist and his most recent bout with heart failure. Still recovering at U.C. Davis Medical Center following his second pacemaker replacement surgery, Karl is a local character whose own skills with a camera and quick wit are well known. S.B. Photo was out selling some of Karl's handiwork in the form of photos of bikes from past Throwbacks events, as well as "Have a Heart" red ribbons, 100% of the proceeds taken as contributions towards Karl's mounting medical bills. Look for S.B. Photo's booth at upcoming events around the Grass Valley area, and show your support for one of Nevada County's purest characters in his time of need.
Here's a smattering of the crappy photos I took, the best way to experience a TT is to see it for yourself!
Read about it in the Union newspaper:
Friday, May 27, 2011
Video Report of May 2011 Throwbacks Thursday
Enjoy this video put together by local correspondent Juan Browne from his visit to the May 2011 Throwbacks Thursday:
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Throwbacks Thursday May 2011
It's right around the corner, just two days away in fact. This crazy winter weather is bound to lift, and we'll have sunshine and 72 degrees for the TT. I guess Grass Valley is kinder to motorcyclists than to bicycles!
So get your plan together and jam up for a good time.
So get your plan together and jam up for a good time.
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Throwbacks Thursday Season Opener 2011 Photos by S.B. Photography
Here's some of the killer photos Sarah Butcher Photography took of our season opener this year. See what might have missed, or something that's yours if you made it. See you May 19th!
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Season Opener ** April 28th ** Throwbacks Thursday
It's right around the corner, two weeks and change. What'll you be riding-in this year? Most of the Throwbacks have been hard at work with their facelifts all winter, what have you been doing? Come on up to Grass Valley and show us! Grab some grub and shoot the shiz after work on Thursday, April 28th, 5-9pm. There'll be good tunes and good times in a family friendly atmosphere. Drop in and see what the buzz is all about, without pesky entrance fees or bad attitudes.
Check check check it!
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Throwbacks Thursday Season Opener ** April 28th **
Alright everyone, our friendly neighborhood Throwbacks Thursday ride-in and monthly meetup is kicking off right around the corner. We'll endure some more small battles with ugly weather and such, giving Throwbacks and friends time to get their cycles finished up from a short hibernation and back out on the road where they can rule. Be ready, April is coming quickly and we've got some great new ideas to keep it fresh and fun.
Tunes spun by DJ Ray and family-friendly atmosphere, hallmarks of how it's done Throwbacks style. As usual the taco joint will be open for business and we're looking forward to the regulars as well as new meat on the curb.
All brands, all styles, we prefer vintage choppers but love two wheels of any variety. Ride it, don't hide it!
Tunes spun by DJ Ray and family-friendly atmosphere, hallmarks of how it's done Throwbacks style. As usual the taco joint will be open for business and we're looking forward to the regulars as well as new meat on the curb.
All brands, all styles, we prefer vintage choppers but love two wheels of any variety. Ride it, don't hide it!
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Throwbacks Thursday Season Closer, 2010
A great time was had by all. Thanks to everyone that showed, and especially for DJ Ray, who raced out from Oroville to spin the tunes. Over 50 bikes of all types, from JapRats to Vintage BMWs, to BSAs and Triumphs, Flatheads, Knuckles, and everything in between. See you on the road this winter, and back at the TT again in April 2011!After Party at the Nevada Club. Don't eat the hot dogs!
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