Daytona Biketoberfest

I travelled to Daytona Beach for Biketoberfest last week--I fly--- and ship all my Diva Goods--wish I had my bike there--but it's just too damn far to ride...perhaps someday I will do it!!!

I set up in my usual spot at Arlen Ness store at Destination Daytona right off I95. The great news is that I have been doing these events for enough years that at least 75% of my customers were returning Divas!! It is always great to see everyone --some I get to see twice a year with Bike Week in March! My little Diva Store looked great--Shelly always gives me a great spot in her store. I also get to stay at her and Deano's Daytona Shores condo--right on the beach (as if there is time to enjoy it!) We hit a fundraiser Carrie Rapp organized at the Dog House on Main St. in Daytona for the troops--you will see some of the lovely Divas who entertained the crowd! Dave Perewitz, Christian (Sucker Punch Sally's), Billy Lane, and more were there to contribute for the cause!

Second night there I went to keep Tiffany company as she finished up her shoulder tattoo with Jeff over at Shamrock. I just love hanging out there--and of course he and I designed a new piece of art for me. It turned out fabulous--neon pink leopard rose with a "Dia de la Diva" skull --complete with lime green , orange, turquoise colors--it is on the top of my foot--and he used a tiny little needle. I told dear Jeff that it hurt worse than labor pains--but it was all worth it!!!

Vinnie and Cody from V-Force along with dad, Mr. D were right across from the store--and it was so fun to see them again. Michele Smith had her new hauler parked on the J&P lot--selling her Tribal Cowboy apparel and Team Diva hats! Ami from Miami Ink came up for the day as he is designing bikes with Christian at Sucker Punch Sally's--we had a fun little photo shoot--trying to get him to smile--(a grin is the best I got out of him!)

I always love spending time with my Daytona family--and especially being with Shelly---it was fate the day we met in ASPEN at her dad's Harley Store years ago--I went from a person who loved wearing HD gear to owning 2 of them and riding all I can----and getting in motorcycle biz----mucho thanks to my dear Shelly!!

Tomorrow I hit the road to Southern California with Wolfgang so we can ride in the LOVE RIDE--maybe I will run into Jay Leno---stay tuned!!!

"We're never gonna survive...unless we get a little crazy" SEAL

Viva la Diva

Diva links:

http://www.brucerossmeyer.com/ Destination Daytona

Shamrock Tatto shop 386-677-7670 Jeff (behind Corbin on Hwy 1A)

Diva photos:

1. Diva and more Divas

2. Michele Smith from American Thunder

3. Tattoo Jeff working on Diva

4. Ami from Miami Ink

5. Shelly on her balcony overlooking the Atlantic Ocean

check my photo gallery http://www.teamdiva.com/ for more photos from the event

Diva Rides Park City to Las Vegas for Bike Fest

I took off last Friday from Park City----reluctantly as the skies were dark--but there were pockets of blue. In the mountains you never know what will hit--and it was chilly as well. I said good bye to all the fall colors and knew I would be in the heat of Las Vegas soon on my way to Arizona. I needed to get back to my warehouse in Carefree, AZ. to pack up my merchandise for Daytona Biketoberfest. I decided to stop in Las Vegas on the way! I lucked out and didn't hit any rain---stayed on the interstate 15 the whole way. The sun was already down when I rode into St. George --didn't want to ride Virgin River Canyon south of there in the dark. Up early the next morning--and it was raining. I suited up --looking so attractive and especially slim with all the layers--but at least I was pretty dry. I will take rain and chill vs. hotter than hell like it was last trip in August! I had a funny moment--here I was in the curves of the Virgin River Canyon, in the rain--"She Bangs" by Ricky Martin plays on my shuffle--had to laugh to myself!!! Guess you haven't lived till you have experienced moments like this!!!

I rolled in to LV--went straight to Krista's house so I could wash off the bike--now it is bright sun and warm. I have to have a sparkling bike to go to Hard Rock! I talked son Sam into riding over from Phoenix and we were meeting there for lunch. He got caught in some funky cold weather--hard on the poor kid as his Road King has big 'ol apes with no windshield! He is not as lucky as his Diva Mom who has the Klockwerks windshield and a face shield on my big helmet! After a wonderful lunch at 24/7 and enough hugs from all the Valet and Bellmen hunks there--we rolled down the strip to Cashman's Center to check out Vegas Bike Fest. Parking lot was full-- I was happy for my vendor friends--but they charged $15 per head to get in to shop-- I am wondering how that went over with everyone??? Seemed like a good crowd--and the question was ---were they buying???? Frank at Nino 925 seemed busy and I spent time with Kevin at Paul Yaffe Originals--they were selling and talking a lot!! I also saw my buddy El Pitts who had a fabulous chopper on display that he built--very sparkley paint--I think he did it in my honor!! In the parking lot , the Diva Glide was getting lots of attention---it's a perfect bike for the LV crowd! Sam and I made it back to Krista's to chill--we had a great dinner in north LV on Rancho Dr. at the Charcoal Room, inside the Santa Fe Station Casino--it was a quiet, relaxing dining experience---good for us after sensory overload!

Next morning, Sam and I left around 11am and hit the Hoover Dam at peak traffic. It was a giant balancing act for me as I had way too heavy of luggage ( all my silver jewelry?) and traffic was backed up way before the check point. It was a crystal clear day--so lots wanted to see the dam--we took some dam pictures!! The rest of the ride was nice--(at least I didn't get another ticket!) I love that Diva and Son were riding together--fun to look over and see him with me! WE met Grandy Zildjian in Wickenberg at Anita's Cocina for an early Mexican dinner--and headed home to Carefree. I love the silhouettes of the saguaros in the desert--and I could even smell some pinon firewood burning--Diva is back in the desert!

I head to Daytona Oct. 14--hope you see you at Biketoberfest --I will be in my usual spot at Arlen Ness store at Destination Daytona! I will have some new and wonderful Diva delights!!! Come see me!

Viva la Diva

Photos:

Raining in Virgin River Canyon

HRH Guys

Kevin Bailey of Paul Yaffe Originals

El Pitts and chopper

Diva and Son at the Hoover Dam

Diva Links:

http://www.lasvegasbikefest.com/

http://www.hardrockhotel.com/

http://www.vegasview.com/ for Santa Fe Station and the Charcoal Room

Park City HD Best Buddies Event

Last Sunday I attended the Fall Ride sponsored by Intermountain Harley Davidson. It was a ride from the Salt Lake City dealership to Park City Wasatch Brew Pub parking lot on upper main here in Park City. They had a great turnout and yummy bar-b-q in the lot--weather cooperated--it was a gorgeous fall day with lots of colors. I got to meet Joe Timmons and his wife--the owner of Salt Lake HD, Park City HD, and South Valley HD shops. What a great couple--and they had a raffle with all kinds of great HD goodies to give. The event benefited the Best Buddies program here in Utah--and lots of the kids from the program got to take a ride on a Harley--talk about HUGE grins!!! They really liked the Diva Glide--and as you can see--we took a group shot with some of the Team Members! I also met Justin Hask the director of the program---looks like he has done a great job with this program and its members!!

This week I will be shipping my goods from here in Park City to Daytona Beach to get ready for the rally Oct. 16. This Friday I will ride the Diva Glide to our place in Arizona so I can ship my Diva goods from our warehouse to Daytona as well. I will be set up as I always am at the Arlen Ness store at Destination Daytona starting Oct. 16. Come see me!!

Stay tuned--ought to be a great ride!!

Viva la Diva!!

Diva Links

www.bestbuddiesutah.org/

http://www.harley-davidsonslc.com/

Diva Photos

1. Diva Glide and crowd

2. Diva with Joe Timmons

3. Best Buddies Group with Justin

4. Raffle winner of the pink jacket, Josh

5. Diva and Cop friends