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 Got to brag just a little
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07/21/22 08:24 PM
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HasBen
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It may be my last opportunity. My son, Ben, is a first ballot inductee into the American Motorcycle Association hall of fame this year. He retired several years ago because of injuries and I remember the day the surgeon told us he could not rebuild his shoulders again if he fell. So he retired. He lives in Tyler with his wife and two daughters. Ben started racing at 8 and went pro at 16. I always tell him that I may have enjoyed his career more than even he did. It was a heck of a ride for all of us. BEN SPIES Ben Spies is considered one of the greatest American road racers in the history of the sport. Nicknamed “Elbowz” due to his signature riding style that showcased his always-protruding elbows, Spies’ five AMA National Championships include the 2008, 2007 and 2006 AMA Superbike titles, the 2007 AMA Superstock title, and the 2003 AMA Formula Xtreme title. He also competed successfully in World Superbike and MotoGP competition, scoring the 2009 World Superbike championship [and winning one MotoGP World Championship race]. https://www.roadracingworld.com/news/ama-motorcycle-hall-of-fame-class-of-2022-announced/
“There’s no such thing as too much horsepower, just not enough traction”…..Carroll Shelby
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Re: Got to brag just a little
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07/21/22 08:26 PM
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1oldbassguy
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congrats !! sounds like a good ride and a fine young man ---best of luck to his future
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Re: Got to brag just a little
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07/21/22 08:31 PM
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Brian Spagnola
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Awesome! Has he ever raced the Isle of Man?
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Re: Got to brag just a little
[Re: Brian Spagnola]
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07/21/22 08:34 PM
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HasBen
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Awesome! Has he ever raced the Isle of Man? He was crazy, but not Isle of Man crazy
“There’s no such thing as too much horsepower, just not enough traction”…..Carroll Shelby
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Re: Got to brag just a little
[Re: HasBen]
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07/21/22 08:35 PM
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Brian Spagnola
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Awesome! Has he ever raced the Isle of Man? He was crazy, but not Isle of Man crazy That makes sense.
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Re: Got to brag just a little
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07/21/22 08:37 PM
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Jonah's View
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that is awesome, congrats to a real champion !... 
Maranatha !
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Re: Got to brag just a little
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07/21/22 08:40 PM
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Ghost4BH
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Awesome HasBen, I know you’re proud!!!
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Re: Got to brag just a little
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07/21/22 08:40 PM
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LoneStarSon
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Re: Got to brag just a little
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07/21/22 08:41 PM
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ReelSlow
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awesome , that is talent I can't wrap my head around
GOD is good!
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Re: Got to brag just a little
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07/21/22 08:48 PM
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HasBen
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“There’s no such thing as too much horsepower, just not enough traction”…..Carroll Shelby
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Re: Got to brag just a little
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07/21/22 09:02 PM
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CCTX
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Re: Got to brag just a little
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07/21/22 09:05 PM
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Congrats to him. Hope his injuries don't haunt him down the road.
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Re: Got to brag just a little
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07/21/22 09:29 PM
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Bob Davis
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That is terrific! Congrats to you and your son HasBen! 
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Re: Got to brag just a little
[Re: HasBen]
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07/21/22 09:31 PM
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Rescue Fire
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Congrats to your son. What’s the fastest he has gone on a motorcycle?
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Re: Got to brag just a little
[Re: HasBen]
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07/21/22 09:31 PM
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Zipster
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That's awesome. I never understood how they can crash out going that fast and not die. I've seen many just get up and walk away. Crazy!
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