monkey butt

[char393]

No, I don't have this problem...but I do have the book by Rick Sieman. I just finished reading the first chapter and I have been laughing so hard! If you don't have this book, I'd highly recommend getting it...or borrowing it. The first chapter alone was well worth the money.

[KX02]

Is that a new book? I remember the good ole days at Dirt Bike Magazine. I used to laugh so hard at him and Web and Clipper. I barely read any dirt mags now, just flip through and look at the pics mostly.

[psyklone393]

Originally posted by kdxchar393
No, I don't have this problem...

oh come on, be honest with us now ...

i'll have to check out that book, i remember you mentioning it (or maybe the old column?) before.

-Z

[Blue Beast]

Speaking of monkey butt, Hemeroid cream works a treat, simply apply before your ride

[Mr.Boof]

i hate monkey butt, i only get it when i ride in jeans, which is never... so i have no worries.

[Spitfire]

What are these "books" you people speak of? :

[Mr.Boof]

books, like you read them.... lol i dont get it...

[Big Maico 393]

Originally posted by kdxchar393
No, I don't have this problem...but I do have the book by Rick Sieman. I just finished reading the first chapter and I have been laughing so hard! If you don't have this book, I'd highly recommend getting it...or borrowing it. The first chapter alone was well worth the money.

Be carefull I told you that it's piss yer pants funny!

If you think the first chapter is good, wait until later, I don't want to blow it for you so I won't tell you where it's gets funnier, just know that it does.

[Mr.Boof]

um... where can i buy this book? lol

[Silver_Fox]

Here is a review I found



"Monkey Butt"
By Rick Sieman

Large Format Paperback
640 Pages
Book Review
by
Norm Lenhart
Editor - Off-Road.com


General Overview

Where can I begin? Anyone on the fringe of Generation X or beyond that ever threw a leg over a dirt bike knows about Rick Sieman. As the creator and long time editor of "Dirt Bike" magazine, his influence and brutally honest journalism shaped an entire sport, and the industry that grew up around it.

In his first book, "Monkey Butt!", Rick takes the reader down memory lane, and into both the glory years of Dirt Bike magazine, and the sport of dirt biking in general. Beginning with wide eyed childhood wonder at the thrill of sideshow "Wall of Death" riders, "Monkey Butt!" progresses through Hunk's first ride, racing career, and the rise and fall of "Dirt Bike"magazine. Discover the lengths the environmenal extremists have gone through to silence Hunk, and eliminate OHVs from our public lands. Ride along with Rick, a small group of riders, and literally thousands of supporters who dared to defy the illegal actions of environmental groups and the BLM on the Barstow to Vegas race course. Read about the federal trial that followed, and the enormous cost to the taxpayer which insued..

Full of stories, anecdotes, humor, and more, "Monkey Butt!" is far more than a simple retrospective. Rick literally puts the reader in the saddle with some of the sports all time greats. Travel to South America for racing action across the equator, back to the USA for the legendary "Blackwater 100", and of course the desert races of the southwestern states.

At times it's hilarious, outrageous, depressing, informative, and ultimately entertains you in a way only "Super Hunky" can, In short, "Monkey Butt!" is the easiest way for long time dirt bike fans to get inside the head of Super Hunky, short of a scalpel!

Book Highlights

The rise and fall of "Dirt Bike" magazine
Inside information on decisions that shaped the sport of dirt biking
Countless stories, anecdotes, bits and pieces from the once hallowed halls of Daisy / Hi-Torque Publishing
Up close, and personal with Bob "Hurricane" Hannah, Kenny Zhart, and other legends of the era
The weaning of a "Gronk"
"Mr. Know it All" revealed!
Don't drink the water!
Desert Racing, Motocross, and Enduro racing around the world
Golf Course Motocross!
The Phantom Duck of the Desert vs. the BLM
The Super Hunky Integrated Tool system (S.H.I.T.)
Earth First! Eco-nazis and the Barstow to Vegas race.
Arrested for defending the right to ride
X-rated BMX
Tankslappers
Those damn dirt bikers are crazy!
The "Great Yellow Dirt Bike Truck
The Blackwater 100
Desert racing a Triumph Chopper!
How to jump an 800 lb.Harley Davidson
The list here just goes on and on and on.

The Verdict - "See Below"

Rather than give you my opinion, I'll give you some comments from the readers themselves...

Bought 3 copies just before last Christmas. One for me and two gifts.
Great reading and stories. Recommend it to all dirt bikers to read. ....Doug Hopwood

I remember when I was an active rider back in the 70's and 80's,......Anyway, it takes me back. Maybe it's time to buy another bike, and rediscover the joys of dirt riding. Keep the faith.
..Simon Wright

Really enjoyed your book, brought back a lot of memories of when I started riding on a old 200cc Zundapp.....Brian Halladay

The only writer who can make me laugh out loud.
Makes me want to go out and sit in the garage.....Tim McElroy

[Mr.Boof]

sweet! thanks Fox!

[Florida 393]

Char.
I got mine on ebay direct from Rick at a rock bottom price. He has volume1. #1 issues on ebay regularly. It is worth the coin to relive the glory days. I have collected from v1,#1 to 12/79 aalong with all the current racs John and I droool over. Enjoy the yucks.

BTW has anyone heard how Rick is doing since his stroke? I sure hop all id going well for him.

Bill

[char393]

Bill, I bought mine on Ebay as well, direct from Rick. $25 including shipping. Like I said before, money well spent. Boof...get the book, you will not be disappointed.

[TRXman86]

sounds like an interesting book. maybe ill come along it one day and share a laugh with ya speaking of butts, i dont think i have had monkey butt. i happen to think i have a very nice butt

[Mr.Boof]

ill look into is chary!

[Keetoman393]

I have been meaning to read that book. Guess I can go look for it on e-bay

[skinnyJM]

Originally posted by kdxchar393
Bill, I bought mine on Ebay as well, direct from Rick. $25 including shipping. Like I said before, money well spent. Boof...get the book, you will not be disappointed.

How do you pronounce the author's last name???

Hmmm...Hmm... hmmm...
You said...

[char393]

Originally posted by Keetoman393
I have been meaning to read that book. Guess I can go look for it on e-bay

Give me a couple of weeks and I'll send you my copy.

[crfjedi393]

Originally posted by kdxchar393
Give me a couple of weeks and I'll send you my copy.

She means it bro. I know from personal experience.
Char is way too cool. :

[yzernie]

I always talk about the good old days with Russ. I got him a copy of it for his b-day on January 1st....yeah, yeah, yeah, I know, a New Years baby.....it was all my fault!!!!