Nikki Beaverhausen wrote on Jun 28, 2008 1:38 PM:
" Wow, what a sour attitude LAX. My guess, you've been ticketed numberous times for noise violations. Sorry, I think this event is great, the bikes are very cool, and the riders are much more civilized than the usual downtown bar crowd. As for the noise it is no big deal, the ones that are truly annoying and need to be seriously ticketed are the sterios so loud that my house shake from them a block away, seriously. THAT is a real problem that slides way too often. "
down2512 wrote on Jun 27, 2008 2:37 PM:
" Man! I forgot the span of stupidity this site gets. Some of it actually makes me lol. How about this to all that are whining about noise: it's a bike rally! they make noise whether the pipes fit your criteria or not-they make noise. At times loud - it should be it's a bike rally! I really hope the cops use some sound discretion with our GUESTS for this ONCE IN A LIFETIME event. There is nothing wrong with extending courtesy, kindness, and charm to people here spending their hard earned money while here for a unique, exciting anniversary like this. S&S-you make the coulee region proud. Congratulations and stay strong "
mommak wrote on Jun 26, 2008 3:23 PM:
" For the huge car show in Wi Dells, they tripled the noise fines for that one weekend. Totally ruined the event. "
just the facts wrote on Jun 24, 2008 6:07 AM:
" Onares is right! this will be a huge economic boost for our " regional" economy! And yes the bikers should all assemble in one spot at a designated time, and rap their pipes until their ear drums pop. After that , Expect, to get a ticket! My wife is fighting an illness that makes it difficult to sleep at night. Consequently she naps periodically during the day. It is NOT the lawn mowers that jolt her awake during these times , but rather the rapping of cycle pipes. I love the fact that you own a Harley, but keep it to yourself! "
murphy wrote on Jun 23, 2008 10:58 PM:
" It's one weekend, people--get a grip! "
Styx 'n' Stones wrote on Jun 23, 2008 10:22 PM:
" Let's see... 3rd Street between La Crosse and Jay closed to vehiclular traffic for two nights so motorcycles can park there. Right in front of all the downtown bars, by coincidence. Wonder who thought THAT lovely idea up?
A better idea would be to allow motorcycles to park on the Mobil site. Imagine... 12 acres of space for several thousand bikes, all within walking distance of S&S. "
biker b!tch wrote on Jun 23, 2008 9:57 PM:
" The story only talked of 3rd street, I hope that 2nd is closed to vehicles so that the bikes can park on the center line.
I hope Lacrosse can plan and adapt for this weekend. This is going to be HUGE for the economy of our lacrosse. And the small towns in the area.
The last 3 days I rode for about 700 miles in Wisconsin. We truly do have a beautiful area for riding. So PLEASE be watching for bikes out in the coulee region also. "
Exercise wrote on Jun 23, 2008 9:38 PM:
" Mr. Kelly and S&S,
Thank you for bringing this event to LaCrosse. It may not be everyone's 'cup-o-tea' but great exposure to the Coulee Region, causing great short and long term tourist revenue for the area. In perceived difficult economic times your organization of this major event is appreciated by any sensible resident. "
LampLighter wrote on Jun 23, 2008 9:06 PM:
" A GOOD TIME should be had by ALL. It doesn't take much to keep the noise down (seems that this is the main reason of cancelled events) by not playing "ATTENTION GETTER" and riding responsibly with respect for the others that live here. There was alot of retoric on the noise during the Milwaukee Harley anniversary a few years ago, with many residents leaving town during the get together. LaConia New Hampshire is talking about getting rid of the yearly Harley Fest because of the noise that the residents can't stand. So let the bikers that are here make their own grave or many more fun times by their loud noise or NOT SO LOUD NOISE. I also am a bike rider, but with softer pipes. So no slam dunks about being against bikers. "JUST THE NOISE". "
Im Still Jackson wrote on Jun 23, 2008 7:38 PM:
" Noise made in AMERICA by Americans with American Iron.......... HELL YEAH! "
lesdent wrote on Jun 23, 2008 5:05 PM:
" again, people keep whining...although i am deeply surprised someone hasn't turned this into Bush's fault. I am excited for this weekend. I am sick of seeing the same people day in and ay out, it will be nice to see new faces and have interesting conversations with out of towners. You people need to deal with the fact that this is a bigger city, this isnt Stoddard or Genoa, where it is depressingly quiet. If the cops want to earn the respect of the public they wont be over zealous with there ticketing. most of the lud noise is going to occur in the business districts mostly away from homes..this is like the train argument all over again, just this time its AMERICAN MADE BIKES your whining about. "
OnaRes wrote on Jun 23, 2008 3:52 PM:
" The city is a place filled with noise pollution, has always been that way and will always be that way. If it is the noise that bothers you, anybody, not just you ryeguy, there is nobody saying you have to continue living in the city. I know places that are deathly quiet outside of the city and beautiful place to live. Move to the country because the noise will be ever present. But then of course I suppose LAX would want to call the sheriff and county bored to enforce noise ordinances because the cows, pigs, coyotes and tractors are all to loud. "
ryeguy wrote on Jun 23, 2008 3:37 PM:
" So have fun this weekend, but check your mufflers. The "Harley sound" does not have to be 160 dB!
Persionally, I think my spouse and I shall spend a quiet weekend on the lake. "
ryeguy wrote on Jun 23, 2008 3:35 PM:
" If loud pipes were for saving lives, the exhaust pipes would point forward, not rearward. Loud pipes are for testosterone-based gloating. Excessive noise is caused by narcissistic, irresponsible, thoughtless idiots. I am all for ticketing anyone, any time, anywhere in the city when they violate the noise ordinances. Pickups, old beaters, lawn mowers, leaf blowers, barking dogs, even motorcycles. It has been shown that noise in a city is a cause of depression, anxiety, hypertension, learning disabilities, and crime. The EPA has classified noise as a pollutant, and a health risk. It is hardest on the elderly, who sleep more lightly and have more trouble getting back to sleep, and children, who respond to stress by acting out. "
fedup1234 wrote on Jun 23, 2008 2:24 PM:
" Come to La Crosse on vacation...leave on probation. "
ynnek wrote on Jun 23, 2008 1:45 PM:
" I'm amazed at the crap some people are saying. Bikers don't even make that much noise, it's just as loud as a semi or anything else passing by. What a bunch of simple people. This is going to be awesome for La Crosse and it's economy. Leave the Mayor and PD out of it. They don't/can't control every little thing you cry about... pathetic babies. If you have a problem with it I'm sure you can take it up with the Hells Angels when they show up, just go up and say "Hey! You better get a muffler or I'm gunna tell the Mayor on you!" "
outsidein wrote on Jun 23, 2008 12:38 PM:
" I am sure those that are complaining that the cops should enforce the noise ord. are the same people that complain when the cops give them a ticket and say "shouldn't you be out catching REAL criminals." "
Im Still Jackson wrote on Jun 23, 2008 12:11 PM:
" Medic: dealing with the narrow minded shallow people of LaCrosse IS WORK! To answer your question when you work long strange hours 7 days a week theres always time to chime online through lap top or whatever. Alot of people ask that question but in the New millenium and electronic age its really out dated.Even you found time to read some of it and ask the question LOL ;-) "
OnaRes wrote on Jun 23, 2008 11:58 AM:
" Sure I am working, get paid to do my job and come in here and play with alot of narrow, shallow minded people. It is so much fun. Of course there are some open minded and sane people in here also. "
medic wrote on Jun 23, 2008 11:52 AM:
" this is very amusing reading all of this! keep it up! don't any of you work? "
Im Still Jackson wrote on Jun 23, 2008 11:40 AM:
" LAX grow up its Men and Woman or Ladies and Gentleman NOT.... boys and girls! I bet Capt. utting and the rest are ROFLTAO from your call. In the good ole days the trains did more to ruin the environment them a zillion bikers ever could do and the cops played hell trying to enforce their city smoke ordinances then too. Ask any North sider still around about the smoke and suit back in the day. My how soon we forget huh? "
Im Still Jackson wrote on Jun 23, 2008 11:33 AM:
" "this isnt 1950 anymore, its 2008. its our generation, give us back our city before you run it into the ground"
AMEN to that, maybe its time we TAKE IT BACK! "
OnaRes wrote on Jun 23, 2008 11:17 AM:
" I am sure he said whatever you wanted to hear to get you stop annoying him. We will see just how much they enforce. If they write tickets to everbody you better bet the coulee region will lose out on millions upon millions of dollars over the next years. No event organizer will host their event here because nobody will want to attend the event out of fear of getting ticketed for stupid stuff. I do agree that if the person is getting out of control or endangering others by all means give them a ticket. To ticket them just because they are riding through town with a loud motorcycle, that is absurd. But what the heck, LaCrosse has shunned many great money makers, why should this be different. "
LAX wrote on Jun 23, 2008 11:09 AM:
" Actually I hqve talked to Capt. Uting and he has stated that the La Crosse Police does intend to enforce the city noise ordinances. Better have effective mufflers, boys and girls! "
OnaRes wrote on Jun 23, 2008 10:56 AM:
" lesdent.........nicely said. It is our generation, they had theirs now it is time to claim ours. "
lesdent wrote on Jun 23, 2008 10:52 AM:
" i think this is a wonderful event for the community. It is only one weekend. deal with it you whiny cry baby good ol'boys. this isnt 1950 anymore, its 2008. its our generation, give us back our city before you run it into the ground. grow up or move to shelby, whiners. "
OnaRes wrote on Jun 23, 2008 10:47 AM:
" and again LAX..........BLAH,BLAH,BLAH,BLAH,BLAH. Give it a rest already, you say they same thing everytime this conversation comes up. How many phone call do you think the mayor and police get at your request, I bet it is zero, oh wait I am wrong 1......your annoying call I am sure they receive. Has it done any good........NO!!!! and we like it that way. "
Im Still Jackson wrote on Jun 23, 2008 10:43 AM:
" Yep I think a city wide rev off starting at bartime every night should be mandatory!
With all the money spent on those bike with the vast majority made in Milwaukee I think those owners should be given a forum to be able to hear them and have fun doing it.WI has bennefited with deep pockets dearly from everyone of them and you owe them some respect for spending that hard earned money in your state by attending this event and buying WI made American Iron! "
OnaRes wrote on Jun 23, 2008 10:43 AM:
" Im still jackson........nice, I see great minds do think alike. "
Im Still Jackson wrote on Jun 23, 2008 10:39 AM:
" I gotta laugh at the nay sayers here LOL.There will be many bike clubs in town many who have already pre paid KING Marks Randsom and the cops will stand down! Rock N Roll never forgets the grease for the wheels.BIG $$$$$$ always wins and if you dont like it get some ear plugs! "
LAX wrote on Jun 23, 2008 10:35 AM:
" The point is that the police cannot and should not ignore vehicle noise any longer. They have a duty to enforce the noise ordinances that the public asked our local governments to enact. No passes! Either you have effective mufflers or you get a ticket -- same for cars and loud stereos. No exceptions! S&S ought to be ashamed if they don't publicly state that mufflers are required to attend this event! Call your police and mayor if you agree that it is time to stop loud motorcycles and other loud vehicles! "
Terri wrote on Jun 23, 2008 10:22 AM:
" This event will be great for our local economy! So let's give some grace to the loud mufflers and the like. If tickets were handed out on a normal basis, I could understand why the police would continue, but why start for this event? I live on Hwy 35 between Onalaska and Holmen and here the loud motorcycles on a daily basis all summer. No one does anything about it. I hate the noise very much. I am not one to say to start ticketing for something the police ignore normally. "
OnaRes wrote on Jun 23, 2008 10:16 AM:
" I say we organize on Sat. that all motorcycles in LaCrosse do a 1 minute rev the engine of your motorcyle as loud as you can to thank LaCrosse for allowing this great event to be hosted here. Of course you would not hear my Harley, it has stock exhaust on it. "
Fishnuts2 wrote on Jun 23, 2008 10:06 AM:
" Mack is right. Racket pipes are for posers. Period. We could have a Gold Wing or BMW motorcycle rally in town with thousands attending and not have a problem with open exhaust pipes. With all this money invested in their bikes you'd think that they could at least afford mufflers. Loud pipes LOSE rights! "
LAX wrote on Jun 23, 2008 10:00 AM:
" Funny about all the motorcycles without mufflers that get into accidents anyway...loud pipes is just a phony excuse. No mufflers, you deserve a ticket! No excuses! All area residents who agree need to call Captain Uting at La Crosse PD and Mayor Johnsrud and demand that the noise ordinances be strictly enforced this weekend and every weekend! Furthermore, S&S ought to turn away every motorcycle without effective mufflers! And all the "builders" ought to set an example and install mufflers. If they don't, they need to be ticketed, too! "
OnaRes wrote on Jun 23, 2008 9:44 AM:
" Im still jackson........your right I have wasted enough energy on that idiot. I will enjoy the event. Aslo there are 49 other bike builder unvieling bikes at the event. Another big name builder coming is Jesse James (Married to Sandra Bullock) and host of Monster Garage. Will be a great weekend alot of great bikes, great people. "
GoodListener wrote on Jun 23, 2008 9:37 AM:
" Im Still Jackson ... you beat me to it! I was just going to say ... this is a HUGE, exciting event! What great publicity La Crosse will get from this! It's just a couple of days that probably won't inconvenience any of us posters. Relax & enjoy or go to a quiet place. "
Im Still Jackson wrote on Jun 23, 2008 9:33 AM:
" BTW they will need LOUD PIPES to alert all the drunk drivers and idiots of their position on the road for "Loud Pipes Save Lives": FACT! "
Im Still Jackson wrote on Jun 23, 2008 9:30 AM:
" onares: Lax is obviously an idiot dont bother. Did anyone catch the part where Paul Sr, Paul Jr and Mikey Teutul are comming to unveil a bike built especailly for the event. For those of you who are slow that means a TV episode of the build and the unveil in LA CROSSE! OCC uses almost exclusively S&S engines. That is HUGE and this will be an awesome event and as for the cops and noise stop being paranoid even cops are bike fans.get out and enjoy and represent your city in a positive way your gonna be on NATIONAL prime time TV! "
Frank Zissou wrote on Jun 23, 2008 9:19 AM:
" I've owned a motorcycle, and I can tell you they sound plenty cool with the right muffler. There is no need for straight pipes on a bike, lawn mowing has only woke me up when it was my dad outside my window. Bikers wake you up in the middle of the night getting on the interstate. And for the motorcyclist who forgets to turn off his/her turn signal, they shouldn't be on the road, its one of the first things you learn at riding class. Know your surroundings or get off the road! "
Mack wrote on Jun 23, 2008 9:15 AM:
" Loud mufflers are necessary to call attention to the posers. Many posers realized people were not noticing their poses, hence the loud mufflers. Loud mufflers also call attention to yourself when driving like a moron. More than one ticket needed in this case. "
OnaRes wrote on Jun 23, 2008 9:11 AM:
" Noise Ordinance is just that for loud noises, on public streets it is anywhere within the community. I never said a lawnmower was louder then an unmuffled motorcycle, what I said was the lawn mowers are loud and are outside the DB level allowed by the ordinances so therefore they should be given tickest also. And you assume that I ride a motorcycle with exhaust outside the legal limits. Read before you speak and have all the facts before you speak, and you call me the idiot. "
daddylonglegs wrote on Jun 23, 2008 8:23 AM:
" So due to the noise, they will be walking their bikes through La Crosse? "
LAX wrote on Jun 23, 2008 8:19 AM:
" OnaRes -- I don't care if it's a motorcycle, car, stereo -- whatever. If it has no mufflers or straight pipes, you deserve a ticket!!! If you don't want to ride a quiet machine, then you deserve a ticket! Tough knobs! And your comments about a lawnmower being louder than an unmuffled motorcycle are laughable. Most people don't run their lawnmowers down public streets. Idiot! "
never cease to amaze me wrote on Jun 23, 2008 8:13 AM:
" The problem is that the La Crosse police don't care that a motorcycle could cause you to go deaf if you pull up next to someone with straight pipes and they start reving the engine...The only nail the kids with their loud stereos. Motorcycles are far louder and they just don't care. Most of the cops in this town suck. "
OnaRes wrote on Jun 23, 2008 8:09 AM:
" LAX........then I will be sure to let the local law know that they need to ticket you the next time you are mowing your lawn because the local noise ordinances need to be strictly enforced. We have a right to peace and quiet, and with your mind set that is no matter if it is a motorcycle, lawn mower, car or truck. A person mowing their lawn for twenty minutes to an hour or better is alot more annoying and diturbing then the 15 to 20 second you hear a motorcycle. "
woodyearly wrote on Jun 23, 2008 8:05 AM:
" This sounds like a great event for the City. I wouldn't want to see alot of tickets issued over the weekend for noise. However, On a normal day, the noise from some of these bikes IS ridiculous. What if every vehicle on the street souded like that? All conversations would cease and we'd need to use sign language. It's silly and tickets should be issued. "
LAX wrote on Jun 23, 2008 7:55 AM:
" Events like this are fine -- just make sure your motorcycle has effective mufflers! No mufflers or inadequate mufflers and straight pipes need to be ticketed for noise violations -- I don't care if it belongs to Jay Leno or the King of Sweden. If you agree, call Captain Uting and the Mayor and let them know that you expect the City noise ordinances to be strictly enforced! We have a right to peace and quiet -- especially considering all the tax money we pay. I expect that by next Monday morning the La Crosse Police Department will be able to let us know how many noise tickets they wrote over the weekend. "
political Correctness wrote on Jun 23, 2008 7:55 AM:
" La Crosse doesn't have anything else to do so they have to try to ruin any attempt for a local (very successful) business to raise revenue for other local businesses and have a good time doing it. La Crosse get your heads out of your ... and realize that the more that your few local businesses that you have left make the more prosperous you will be!! DRR its simple money management LEARN IT dont KILL IT. "
OnaRes wrote on Jun 23, 2008 7:25 AM:
" I think it is terrible the way the communities in the coulee region find ways to discourage events such as these from coming here. The S&S weekend will go on this year, but any further events in the future will be met with resistant from all the close minded people in this area. This event will bring millions of dollars into the local economy, but all we will hear about is how loud the motorcycle are and how many tickets the local law issued this weekend. Sad but true. "
La Crosse Taxpayer wrote on Jun 23, 2008 6:44 AM:
" Don't worry, King Mark and his band of idiots will find a way to mess things up so badly nobody will ever come back!!!
I heard the city was buying more DB-meters just for that week, and calling out the octoberfest kastopol to use them!! If you come to lacrosse for this celebration make sure you bring a big wallet!
Lacrosses philosophy if we cant tax you well fine you!!! Keep the bikes on the trailers because big brother will be ready to make a bundle of cash from the out of towners!!! "
leftlax wrote on Jun 23, 2008 3:05 AM:
" Judging from the 1st post (from Sphinctuss), this event is sure to be all class. Glad I won't be around to witness it. "
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