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NEWS RELEASE
10TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OFF-ROAD EXPO TAKES OVER POMONA FAIRPLEX
250-plus Exhibitors, Amazing Expo-only Deals, Freestyle Motocross, ATV Test Rides, BMX Stunt Shows and More
POMONA , CALIF. (September 24, 2009) – The 2009 Fall Off-Road Expo presented by Toyota will invade the Pomona Fairplex Friday, October 9 through
Sunday, October 11, with everything off-road including new vehicles, thousands of parts and accessories, unbeatable on-site show deals, ATV test
rides, freestyle motocross action and more.
“To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Expo, we have packed the weekend with live action entertainment for the whole family including freestyle
motocross, BMX stunt shows and more,” said Show Director Tom Gattuso. “The Expo covers more than 20 acres and is the best place for off-road lovers to
come hang out and share their passion with o ther enthusiasts, enjoy live entertainment, take advantage of special on-site show discounts on hundreds
of parts and most importantly – have fun.”
This year’s Expo showcases all the latest off-road toys, technologies, parts, gear and accessories from more than 250 of the industry’s leading
manufacturers, dealers and distributors. Off-road manufacturer representatives will be on-site to demonstrate and educate attendees on all the latest
vehicles and accessories. In addition to the line-up of trucks, Jeeps, UTVs, ATVs, side-by-sides, dirt bikes, sand rails, rock crawlers, parts and
accessories on display, the Expo will come to life with exciting entertainment features including:
Can-Am ATV Test Rides – This year’s Expo is home to free Can-Am ATV test rides all weekend. Attendees can check out all the various models and even
ride a Can-Am ATV or quad on a specially built dirt course. Whether you are an avid ATV enthusiast or just getting into the sport, experts will be on
hand to provide all the necessary equipment and instruction needed to experience riding an all-terrain vehicle in a fun environment.
Freestyle Motocross Action – Freestyle motocross fans are sure to be thrilled and amazed by performances from professional riders all weekend. Riders
will astonish attendees with one-of-a-kind gravity defying stunts. Autograph and photo sessions will take place after each performance so fans of all
ages can get up-close and personal with their favorite riders.
National Off-Road Racing Association (NORRA) Vintage Race Vehicle Collection – An extensive collection of rare vintage race vehicles including Actor
James Garner’s Oldsmobile Banshee will be on display. NORRA will also collect donations for Rally for Relief, a relief effort to benefit victims of
Hurricane Jimena.
RC Racing – Team Associated and CEN Racing will showcase professional drivers taking scale models of real life vehicles through all the turns on two
specially built RC racing courses. Come check out the action and test your reflexes against pro drivers or just take one for a spin.
BMX Stunt Show – A team of professional BMX riders will demonstrate how extreme one can be without a motor as they fly through the air performing
exciting stunts never thought possible on a bike.
Special Appearances by Professional Off-Road Racers Chad Ragland and Ryan Arciero Off-road fans won’t want to miss this opportunity to meet two of
off-road racing’s biggest names in person at the Expo! Both Ragland and Arciero have raced the Baja 1000 and plan to do so as a team this year as
well. They represent the next generation of off-road racing and will greet fans and sign autographs on Saturday, October 10, from 1 to 3 p.m.
New General Tire Kinetik Trophy Truck Unveiled Live at Expo – Professional Racer and President of Camburg Engineering Jerry Zaiden will unveil his hot
new off-road truck live at the Expo.
Special Appearance by Kawasaki Team Green, Funco UTV Driver Chad George – George (vehicle #624) will greet fans and sign autographs in the UTV
Underground booth all weekend.
Special Appearance by Professional Rock Crawler Clay Egan – Nothing keeps quadriplegic rider Clay Egan from the track! Following a 1994 motorcycle
accident, Clay started competing in rock crawling and rock racing and is the first and only quadriplegic in the world to compete professionally in
these sports. This motivational superstar will be in the Lightforce booth all weekend sharing his story, greeting fans and signing autographs.
The Off-Road Expo will take place Friday, October 9, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, October 10, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and culminate Sunday, October
11, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Held at the Pomona Fairplex, located at 1101 W. McKinley Avenue in Pomona, Calif., admission to the event on-site is $12 for adults, $5 for children
6-12 and children five and younger are free. Lowest ticket prices are available online at www.offroadexpo.com. (Family Four Pack and Weekend Pass options are only available online, not at the box office.)
EDITOR'S NOTE - Keyword "PATTIE" will save you a couple bucks per adult ticket when you buy online!
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David K
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News release 10-2-09... Baja Relief Funds Collected
3.00 OFF BOX OFFICE TICKET PRICE AND HELP A WORTHWHILE CAUSE. CLICK HERE AND ENTER PROMO CODE FALL3 TO SAVE!
The 10th Anniversary Off-Road Expo presented by Toyota is coming to Fairplex Pomona next weekend, October 9-11. The most spectacular off-road event of
the year will be jam packed with new off-road vehicles, thousands of parts and accessories at unbeatable show special pricing and get our lowest
ticket price while doing it.
All the latest trucks, UTVs, sand rails, ATVs, dirt bikes, RVs, Jeeps will be on display, showing off the very best off-roading has to offer. Bring
the family and come check out the industry's most spectacular off-road event. You can't afford to miss it!
While you're there, don't miss The National Off-Road Racing Association (NORRA)'s extensive collection of rare vintage off-road race vehicles,
including actor James Garner's famous Oldsmobile Banshee. NORRA will also be collecting donations for Rally for Relief, a relief effort to benefit
victims of Hurricane Jimena in Baja California. Many of the areas in south central Baja well known to the off-roading community were hit especially
hard by Jimena, towns such as Ciudad Constitucion, Mulege, Santa Rosalia and dozens of others. The Rally for Relief, in conjunction with the Mexican
Red Cross, is accepting donations of clothing, toiletries, other supplies and cash at Off-Road Expo. Donation centers will be set up OUTSIDE the main
entrance gate to make the donation process as simple as possible. Cash/check donations will be accepted at the NORRA Vintage Display. Let's help out
these people that need our help! Click here for more information on the Rally for Relief!
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David K
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Starts tomorrow! Maybe see some of you on Sunday when we go?
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John M
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Sunday
Me & Mrs. John M will be attending on Sunday.
John
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Ken Cooke
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::Back in the USA::
Sunday still looks good for me. Bogota was fun, but I have to get some sleep so I can return to work tomorrow.
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surfer jim
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Sunday still a go for me.....
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David K
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Great... TW, John M, Surfer Jim, UdoWinkler, Ken Cooke... see you there!
I left a message on Squarecircle's phone yesterday, as he is having computer issues...
Meet up at lunch time as before, by the beer and hot dog vendors between the long buildings... I will wear my Baja Nomad shirt and 'got baja?' hat if
any other Nomads want to meet us there Sunday. u2u if you need my cell phone #.
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David K
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The 10th Anniversary Off-Road Expo presented by Toyota is coming to Fairplex Pomona next weekend, October 9-11. The most spectacular off-road event of
the year will be jam packed with new off-road vehicles, thousands of parts and accessories at unbeatable show special pricing and exciting action
packed features like the following:
RIDE THE LATEST FROM CAN-AM
There's nothing like experiencing a Can-Am ATV for yourself! The Ride Says it All tour gives you the chance to look at, study and even ride a Can-Am
ATV on a closed circuit course specifically designed to demonstrate what our ATVs can do. Come visit the Can-Am area and let the ride speaks for
itself.
FREESTYLE MOTOCROSS
The first time you see these guys going through their aerial arsenal, it takes your breath away. Then you simply marvel at their abilities. The
M.O.B. Freestyle Motocross stars are back at Off-Road Expo to perform their amazing acrobatics.
VINTAGE RACE VEHICLE DISPLAY
The National Off-Road Racing Association (NORRA) will be showing off an extensive collection of rare vintage off-road race vehicles, including actor
James Garner's famous Oldsmobile Banshee. NORRA will also be collecting donations for Rally for Relief, a relief effort to benefit victims of
Hurricane Jimena in Baja California.
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FAST FACTS
WHERE: Off-Road Expo presented by Toyota will take place at the Fairplex in Pomona: 1101 W. McKinley Avenue, Pomona, CA 91768. Click here for a map
and directions.
WHEN:
Friday, October 9
5pm - 10pm Saturday, October 10
9am - 6pm Sunday, October 11
9am - 5pm
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Ken Cooke
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Quote: | Originally posted by David K
FREESTYLE MOTOCROSS
The first time you see these guys going through their aerial arsenal, it takes your breath away. Then you simply marvel at their abilities. The
M.O.B. Freestyle Motocross stars are back at Off-Road Expo to perform their amazing acrobatics.
VINTAGE RACE VEHICLE DISPLAY
The National Off-Road Racing Association (NORRA) will be showing off an extensive collection of rare vintage off-road race vehicles, including actor
James Garner's famous Oldsmobile Banshee. NORRA will also be collecting donations for Rally for Relief, a relief effort to benefit victims of
Hurricane Jimena in Baja California. |
These should be very cool. Any word on if any vintage book authors will set up booths like in years past?
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David K
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Leaving in a few minutes... Hope to see you there!
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surfer jim
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So....what happened?
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Ken Cooke
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Ken Cooke
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surfer jim
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I've seen the guy standing next to you (in black hat) somewhere before.....
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Ken Cooke
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Mike standing next to a JK with no scraches or stickers or damaged sheet metal!
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Ken Cooke
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I really thought this low-rider had some character
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Ken Cooke
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It was great meeting you, Jim! Hope you liked the photos...
Quote: | Originally posted by surfer jim
I've seen the guy standing next to you (in black hat) somewhere before.....
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Team Isreal!
Avi and Tal were representing for Team Isreal-Baja Grande..
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David K
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Great fun, as always!
We arrived about 11:30 and I soon bumped into Surfer Jim... then at the meeting area was John M & Barbara & Debie with friends and family from
the high desert.
I called TW, who was on the other side of the building and he joined us...
Barbara & John M, Surfer Jim, TW, David K, Baja Angel
Just after John M and crew walked away, Ken Cooke, Frigatebird and friends showed up... see Ken's photo above which Baja Angel took.
As for the Expo... I have over 40 photos to share from today... I will post them in a seperate thread... HERE: http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=41876
After the Expo, the John M crew and us met at Chevy's in Ontario for good food and fun talks!
We hoped to see UdoWinkler... looked and looked... Hope he got to check it all out!
Now for next weekend, the Tequila Expo in Tijuana!!!
SEE MORE PHOTOS: http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=41876
[Edited on 10-12-2009 by David K]
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