Friday, August 20, 2004
Doug Henry rides again.
The man that started the 4-stroke craze returned to Washougal Washington in a bid to earn an AMA point and retain his “permanent” number, 19. Doug finished 21 st in moto 1 and was working on a little better finish in moto 2 when he fell in the S turn at the bottom of the ski jump hill, stalling his...
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Upcoming photos.
This weekend I should get some time to post photos of NaPalm racing’s trip to the Washougal National. Ironically, I have two photos of Shiri Howell and I am still in a quandary over whether I should post them or not. She is in a private room now, but no new news I know of. The dilemma is whether to...
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Sunday, August 15, 2004
Millville, Minnesota - James and Ricky top their classes again.
By now, the only question for MX fans is, will Ricky have a perfect season? After watching the race at Washougal Washington on ESPN2 there can be little doubt that RC is a master of his craft. That much was apparent trackside, but Washougal, while a favorite of many riders, is a royal pain in the...
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Wednesday, August 11, 2004
The waiting is the hardest part.
Shiri Howell still lays comatose. She has made several very small movements but so far no signs of real consciousness. Her parents remain upbeat and positive. Nathan only got to see here through the window of the room since the doctors were “inserting some kind of tube that goes from her arm" to...
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Tuesday, August 10, 2004
Rider update.
There is not much new to report. http://www.extmotorsports.com/ The website for the local track has the last report dated 10/7 and chronicles arm & leg movement and that she opened one eye “for her dad”. That much is encouraging. I called the hospital this morning but they don’t give out that...
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Saturday, August 7, 2004
Injured rider follow-up.
In previous blogs ltlmac70 and I have brought news of a local rider with national aspirations seriously injured while practicing at a local track. Local news outlets have been mum on the story, so between us you will find the most information available. Shiri Howell was in a drug-induced coma to...
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Friday, August 6, 2004
Of dirt bikes and fate.
As the wheels of life grind us up and spit us where they may, from time to time one comes upon a moment that truly gives pause for reflection. Such is my state of mind today as I learned of a racing accident that tears at the core of my being. I have often stated that I am aware of the dangers of...
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