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Video and photos: Outer Banks Bike Week
Outer Banks Bike Week rumbled to a conclusion on a rainy Sunday. But for the previous seven days, generally fine spring weather drew thousands of bikers for a marathon of touring, partying, shows and burnouts.
2010 marked the first year Bike Week ran for eight days. Thursday had been the traditional kickoff of the prior nine events.
Bikers gathered at the two Harley-Davidson dealers and at a number of church parking lots and restaurants. Over at Vertigo Tattoo in Manns Harbor, competitors staged a burnout competition.
The rider lost control of the bike, which fell on its side and traveled for some distance. His wife was following in an SUV (pictured) and was able to stop in time to avoid hitting her husband. He was taken by ambulance to The Outer Banks Hospital. Witnesses said he was conscious and able to relate details of the accident.
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aurally afflicted says:
We’re open for whoever shows up, no matter how loud they are.. Boy I’m glad this is not my vacation week at the beach..Wave at me when it’s over because I won’t be able to hear you. Is it over yet?
Ray says:
It’s just the beginning my friend, just the beginning….when a tatoo parlor and a Hooters draws that many people to the Outer Banks, it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to see the future for tourism in this county. We are on the downside of the bell curve when it comes to what attracted families to the Outer Banks for so many years.
Sad, but true…
Linda says:
I say bring it on! They do more good then harm. It brings back younger days:) Harleys ROCK!
Eva says:
Welcome bikers! It’s great to see the roads filled with cycles! This week comes but once a year–It’s fantastic to have a springtime draw that brings people to the Outer Banks. We’re happy to have you! I’m assuming you’re here for our beaches, casual riding roads, local bars and restaurants, springtime weather and a nice getaway, also assuming you have Hooters and tattoo parlor back home so they aren’t the reason you’re down here. ;o) Have an awesome time and ride safe. Happy travels!
Selena K says:
Wow, the whole “burnout” thing really goes along with our recent push to go “green” doesn’t it?
Whatever. Glad they’re spending tourist dollars. Maybe they’ll buy replacement tires while here, too.
Only one request–PLEASE don’t ever plan Bike Week during Easter again, like happened several years ago.
Russ Lay says:
Selena: FYI- Harley’s get 30 mpg in their worst possible scenarios. Most obtain 39-50 mpg, even when tricked out. Burn out probably used less fuel than what you use driving 10 miles up the Bypass.
Russ Lay says:
FYI+–For locals, Burnout 2 is a local, “Troy,” who many know from Perry Glass. He’s probably fixed a glass window or door in your place of business!!
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Gail M. Jones says:
Don’t know what possible thrill anyone would get from “Burnout,” but then I’m not even coming close to being a biker….Looks a little stupid to me and who needs the pollution…And, do you pay a fee to do that?
Russ Lay says:
@Gail. LOL. I learned a lot about burnouts. First, you don’t pay a fee; you win cash prizes. In this case, $250, which probably does not cover the cost of the tire. It does throw a lot of rubber and stuff into the air–I learned a quick lesson the first time I shot video too close–took three showers to get the rubber dust off me.
This is considered an art form among hard -core bikers–similar to donuts done by NASCAR drivers. The front wheel goes into a slot against the wall. The rider must control the heavy bike, which wants to slither out from under him by straddling the machine. The winner is the biker in each class who hits the most gears (four or five on most bikes) and thus, revs the bike the most. Besides tire damage, I guess some engine/transmission problems are also possible. Given the meager prize money vs. tire cost, I’d pass if I was a biker.
Then again, motorcycles do carry much smaller carbon footprints than almost any car, so I can forgive them the pollution and wasted fuel on this event.
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DD says:
It’s easy to pick apart any event. The positive side is they come to our area and spend a good amount of money without draining all our areas resources to make it happen. And that money is spread all over the island, Manteo, Wanchese, and Point Harbor. It has always been a peaceful event, you can confirm with local law enforcement. One week of some rumbling bikes is not the death of the Outer Banks. Also, you need to see who are riding these bikes, have you ever looked at the price tags! No complaints here, thanks for such a good group of people to bring into our area!